The Baxter Theatre Centre is a vibrant, multicultural entertainment hub in the Southern Suburbs of Cape Town. Nestled under the striking Devil’s Peak mountain and at the foot of the University of Cape Town, the Baxter boasts a world-class theatre and concert hall, as well as a studio stage, rehearsal rooms, offices, a restaurant and bars and an impressive spacious foyer.
Built in 1976, the Baxter was a pillar of hope during the apartheid era. By leveraging its strong relationship with UCT, the theatre was able to present multiracial, progressive work at a time when all other non-racial interactivity was banned or censored. The first interracial kiss ever on a South African stage took place during the Baxter’s first production of Miss Julie in 1985, while today our version of Mies Julie storms theatres all around the world.
The Centre is within walking distance of the vibrant student shopping centre of Rondebosch. Coffee shops, gyms, restaurants are easily accessible and the railway station is only minutes away.
Some things you should know when you visit the Baxter:
General Inquiries
For general questions about visiting the Baxter Theatre or information about our performances, including content warnings, please contact reception by email at lizette.paulsen@uct.ac.za or rochelle.killian@uct.ac.za
Starting Times
Patrons cannot be admitted after the start of performances. However, under certain conditions, latecomers may be seated at the discretion of the Front of House Manager at an appropriate interval in the performance. Please check your tickets for starting times early to avoid difficult situations.
Secure parking
is available in the parking lot next to the Baxter and above it (on the UCT Middle Campus). There is a charge of R10 per vehicle during peak evening performances in the main Baxter parking lot.
Block Bookings
For discounted block bookings, charities, corporate bookings and fundraisers, please contact Mark Antony Dobson (mark.dobson@uct.ac.za/ 021 680 3972) or Carmen Kearns (carmen.kearns@uct.ac.za / 021 680 3993)
Wheelchair facilities
Please contact the Front of House Manager on 021 680 3967 if you need assistance
Box Office
Our Box Office team is available Monday through Saturday from 09:00 – 20:30. You can reach out by calling 021 680 3989 or emailing baxterwebticketsboxoffice@webtickets.co.za
Phone Bookings
To book tickets by phone, call us at 021 680 3989 between 09:30 and 18:00, Monday to Friday.
Access & Assitance
If you need assistance with accessible seating or have other access needs, please contact our Front of House Manager at 021 680 3967 during Box Office hours or email carmen.kearns@uct.ac.za
Ticketing Support
If you experience issues booking online, please contact us by email for assistance. baxterwebticketsboxoffice@webtickets.co.za
Lost Property
Contact 021 680 3967 for lost property inquiries.
Food & Drink
Our restaurant and bar are open before performances and during intervals. Find out more about dining options on our Restaurant page.
Membership & Donations
For membership support and donation inquiries, contact our team at beth.jeffery@uct.ac.za
Press & Media
For press inquiries, email fahiem.stellenboom@uct.ac.za