Who
We Are
Integrating communities through the Arts
Isithatha is a professional theatre & a registered non-profit organisation. It has been serving the community of Walmer, Port Elizabeth, for more than 14 years, enriching people’s lives through the arts.
“Isithatha” is the Xhosa word for a pinpoint of light in the distance, that keeps us from despair. It is intended to represent hope for the communities we work in, empowering them to create a better future.
Upcoming events in our space
17 & 18 July 2026
Dear Tata...What Makes a Man a Man?
A Journey of Becoming
A gripping one-man theatrical experience that weaves together storytelling, music, and raw vulnerability to explore masculinity, identity, and healing. Through heartfelt letters to his father, a son confronts the expectations, wounds, and unanswered questions that shape his journey into manhood. Moving effortlessly between humour and heartbreak, the production shines a light on the silent struggles many men carry. Honest, powerful, and deeply relatable, Dear Tata… invites audiences to reflect on identity, belonging, and what it truly means to be a man in today's world.
Tickets Available on Web Tickets: R100
25-26 July 2026
Ntlokoma Live
We are proud to introduce one of the Eastern Cape's most exciting emerging voices, Ntlokoma, who will take to the stage as the special guest opening act for Afrika Sings! The Late Legends.
Eastern Cape-born singer-songwriter Ntlokoma is one of the region's most exciting emerging voices. Rooted in the rich traditions of isiXhosa storytelling and inspired by acclaimed artists such as Zahara, Nathi, Bongeziwe Mabandla and Simphiwe Dana, he has developed a distinctive sound that blends Afro-soul, contemporary African music and heartfelt lyricism.
This performance serves as the perfect opening to Afrika Sings! The Late Legends, setting the stage for an evening that honours the voices, stories and musical legacy of South Africa's greatest icons.
Tickets Available on Web Tickets and at the door: R80-R100
