From the creators of the multi-award-winning Vincent – His Quest To Love and Be Loved, comes a breathtaking new musical about the life of one of cinema’s greatest icons: Charlie Chaplin.

After rave reviews and sold-out performances in Johannesburg, Wela Kapela Productions proudly brings

The Tramp to Cape Town’s Artscape Arena from 1 – 11 October 2025.

About the Show

The Tramp tells Chaplin’s remarkable story through the eyes of his most beloved alter ego – the Tramp. This charming character, equal parts poet, dreamer, and rogue, reflects on Chaplin’s meteoric rise, the burden of fame, and the painful betrayal that led to his exile.

Blending physical comedy, innovative audio-visual design, and reimagined versions of pop, rock, jazz, and musical theatre classics, The Tramp is a powerful exploration of genius, identity, and the loneliness behind the laughter.

“Life is tragedy in close-up, but comedy in long-shot.” – Charlie Chaplin

Critical Acclaim

• “A ten-out-of-ten production. See it and it will touch you forever.” – MyView
• “Absolutely captivating, brilliant and unlike anything you have ever seen before.” – Leon van Nierop
• “Daniel Anderson masterfully weaves humour, tragedy, love and heartache into theatrical magic.” – Sam Says

Why You Can’t Miss It

Starring the sensational Daniel Anderson, with music direction by Paul Ferreira, The Tramp is more than a musical – it is a heartfelt tribute to one of the greatest comedic geniuses of all time. 

Whether you are a lifelong Chaplin fan or discovering his brilliance for the first time, this production will move, delight, and inspire you.

Cape Town Season Details

Venue: Artscape Arena
Dates: 1 – 11 October 2025
Performances: Wednesdays–Fridays at 19h00, Saturdays at 16h00 & 19h00
Tickets: R220 (Discounts available for pensioners and scholars)
Bookings: Webtickets or Artscape Dial-A-Seat on 021 421 7695

Duration: 85 minutes (no interval)
Please note: Latecomers will not be admitted.

For more information, visit www.welakapela.co.za