National Children's Theatre, Johannesburg
The National Children's Theatre (NCT) is a leading theater institution in Johannesburg. It focuses on providing educational and captivating theater experiences for children and youth in urban and rural areas. Their mission is to shape young lives and nurture future leaders through diverse performing arts, musical productions, and after-school programs.
At NCT, kids explore their artistic voices through interactive theatre classes that promote social and emotional growth, teamwork, and self-expression.
NCT hosts year-round live theater at its 4.5-acre Johannesburg campus with indoor and outdoor stages, a puppet theater, a music room, and classrooms for workshops. They also send touring groups across South Africa, including remote areas.
NCT stands out for its wide-ranging services and dedication to bringing live performances to underprivileged children in townships and remote areas. They have welcomed 1,000+ children from different backgrounds and offered scholarships to a dozen for Saturday workshops. NCT is also an economic driver, producing 7 shows and employing 50+ people in various roles like directors, actors, and technicians.
At NCT, kids explore their artistic voices through interactive theatre classes that promote social and emotional growth, teamwork, and self-expression.
NCT hosts year-round live theater at its 4.5-acre Johannesburg campus with indoor and outdoor stages, a puppet theater, a music room, and classrooms for workshops. They also send touring groups across South Africa, including remote areas.
NCT stands out for its wide-ranging services and dedication to bringing live performances to underprivileged children in townships and remote areas. They have welcomed 1,000+ children from different backgrounds and offered scholarships to a dozen for Saturday workshops. NCT is also an economic driver, producing 7 shows and employing 50+ people in various roles like directors, actors, and technicians.
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Sight Name: National Children's Theatre
Sight Location: Johannesburg, South Africa (See walking tours in Johannesburg)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Sight Location: Johannesburg, South Africa (See walking tours in Johannesburg)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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