Welcome to Our Home

IKHAYA LETHU

Welcome to

Sibikwa Arts Centre

Sibikwa takes pride in uku’bikwa – the act of pronouncing, announcing and presenting on the world stage, the in-born talents of individuals… as custodians of his-story and her-story.

We are an award-winning multi-disciplinary Centre of Excellence in South Africa that leverages the performing arts for advancement.

Welcome to Our Home

IKAYA LETHU

Welcome to

Sibikwa Arts Centre

Sibikwa takes pride in uku’bikwa – the act of pronouncing, announcing and presenting on the world stage, the in-born talents of individuals… as custodians of his-story and her-story.

We are an award-winning multi-disciplinary Centre of Excellence in South Africa that leverages the performing arts for advancement.

Our Purpose

ADVANCE the talents of South African children and youth through inclusive arts education programmes.
ADVANCE the cultural landscape with performances that entertain, educate and enlighten audiences.
ADVANCE South African stories on the global stage, in corporate environments and in educational spaces.
ADVANCE skills development and job creation through accredited vocational training programmes.
ADVANCE creative talents for people with an interest in arts approaches to career development.
ADVANCE local contexts by advocating for and democratizing access to arts and culture.

Transform Talent

A Sibikwa education balances creative fulfilment with functional skills development, enhancing abilities and self-esteem, preparing our learners for success. We transform talent into meaningful opportunities for our graduates to contribute to the industry and to their community.

Upcoming Events

DATE: 15-17 July

Sibikwa Arts Academy July Holiday Programme

This July, Sibikwa Arts Centre invites young people to experience three days of creativity, learning, and artistic exploration through our annual July Holiday Programme. Taking place from 15–17 July 2026, the programme offers interactive workshops in Scriptwriting & Storytelling, Digital Illustration, Drama, Dance and Music, facilitated by a dynamic group of Sibikwa alumni and emerging creative professionals.

Whether you’re looking to develop your artistic skills, explore a new creative interest or connect with like-minded young people, this programme provides a supportive space to learn, create and grow.

Participation is free, but registration is essential. Complete the Google Registration Form to secure your place.


DATE: 14 June 2026

INHERITED Mid-Year Showcase

Sibikwa Arts Academy presents: ‘Inherited’ Mid-Year Showcase.

We are happy to announce that our mid-year showcase will be taking place on 14 June 2026. This youth month, our young artists will take the stage to explore what it means to inherit history. identity and hope through performance. Featuring multi-disciplinary performances from our senior and junior classes, in addition to their performance on stage, guests will enjoy a student-curated visual arts exhibition inspired by the Ekurhuleni heroes of the 1976 uprising.

We are also excited to welcome the Morris Isaacson Ubuntu Jazz Collective, the flagship youth jazz ensemble of the Morris Isaacson Centre for Music. Rooted in the philosophy of Ubuntu-“I am because we are”- the ensemble brings together young musicians from diverse backgrounds and celebrates the rich traditions of South African jazz alonside contemporary influences.

Together, these performances and exhibitions invite audiences to consider what we inherit, what we preserve and what we choose to pass on to future generations.

Join us in celebration of our arts academy’s artistic growth and development.


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