KykNET Fiesta Award-Nominated Dimpho and the Catfish Comes to the Performing Arts Centre of the Free State Acclaimed theatre-maker Jane Mpholo brings her enchanting production Dimpho and the Catfish to the Performing Arts Centre of the Free State (PACOFS) for a limited season from 25 to 29 August 2026. The show is designed for audiences […]
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PACOFS USES CONTEMPORARY DANCE TO BREAK THE SILENCE ON ABUSE AND INJUSTICE The Performing Arts Centre of the Free State (PACOFS) presents Silenced (Ho Khutsisoa), a powerful contemporary dance theatre production that confronts some of society’s most difficult and urgent issues, including rape, abuse, inequality, human rights, justice and freedom. Through movement, physical expression and
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A Powerful Tribute to the Lives Behind South Africa’s Mining Legacy The Performing Arts Centre of the Free State (PACOFS) proudly presents MERAFONG, a gripping physical theatre production that explores the human cost of South Africa’s mining industry and pays tribute to the resilience of mine workers and their families. Set against the backdrop of
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Notice to All Clients and Stakeholders Kindly be advised that PACOFS is closed today (15 June 2026) due to a power outage. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Thank you for your patience. Management Pacofs
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PACOFS Chief Executive Officer Contract Update Wednesday 14 January 2025, Bloemfontein – The Performing Arts Centre of the Free State (PACOFS) wishes to announce that the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Mr Themba TC Dlamini’s fixed-term contract comes to an end on 26 January 2026. Mr Dlamini was appointed as CEO on 1
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PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Performing Arts Centre of the Free State (PACOFS) is pleased to announce that it will issue a call-out for theatre, dance, and music productions for inclusion in its 2025/2026/2027 artistic programme. This strategic move aims to expand PACOFS’ artistic offering, broaden participation within the creative community, and address programming
MR CENTRAL SOUTH AFRICA 2025 CROWNING FINALE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH PACOFS Bloemfontein, Free State 5 November 2025 The heartbeat of the Free State will come alive as Mr Central South Africa, in proud partnership with the Performing Arts Centre of the Free State (PACOFS), presents the most anticipated event of the year – the Mr
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PACOFS Announces New School Partnership Programme Bloemfontein, November 2025 – The Performing Arts Centre of the Free State (PACOFS) is proud to announce an exciting new partnership initiative with schools in the Free State, designed to foster artistic growth, strengthen community engagement, and provide learners with access to professional theatre experiences. As
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BLOEMFONTEIN — In \’n aangrypende vertolking van die menslike kondisie, maak Doodnormaal sy debuut as deel van die PACOFS Artistieke Program vanaf 11 tot 13 September 2025, met Nico Taljaard in die hoofrol en regie deur Dion van Niekerk. Lukas, ‘n verhoogbestuurder onder druk, skarrel agter die skerms om die verhoog gereed te kry vir
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