Happening in 702 Land: Shrek The Musical Jr hits the stage again

Gugs Mhlungu chats with Jill Girard, Director and co-owner of Peoples Theatre at Peoples Theatre, about the return of Shrek The Musical at the theatre, what makes this production unique, what returning audiences can look forward to, and why it’s perfect for the little ones. Gugs Mhlungu gets you r…

Happening in 702 Land: A night of soul and spirit with Maleh 

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Maleh, Award-winning Afro-soul singer, about her highly anticipated album launch at the Market Theatre, what audiences can expect from the intimate evening, and how the new album reflects her journey back to self.  Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday …

Happening in 702 Land: Genesis on stage: The new dance Opera from Gregory Maqoma

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Gregory Maqoma, internationally acclaimed South African choreographer, dancer, and founder of Vuyani Dance Theatre, about his latest work, Genesis,  a groundbreaking dance opera that fuses dance, music, and poetry at Joburg Theatre and what audiences can anticipate from it.…

Happening in 702 Land: Isjimbo Sethu: Exploring youth and gender in SA

Gugs Mhlungu speaks to Zinhle Zimba, Writer and Director about how her all-female theatre production explores masculinity, youth vulnerability, and social pressures, and what audiences can expect at The Market Theatre Laboratory. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday…

Happening in 702 Land: Queertopia Festival returns: Bigger, bolder, and more global

Gugs Mhlungu chats with Kefiloe Siwisa, Cultural worker & co-founder of Queertopia.za about the music festival, a vibrant cultural space for queer expression, dialogue, and creativity. They discuss the performances featured in this edition and what audiences can look forward to experiencing. Gugs …

Happening in 702 Land: Fashion The Image: Celebrating the evolution of fashion photography

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Roger Ballen, Founder of the Roger Ballen Centre for Photography, and Koto Bolofo, globally acclaimed fashion, advertising, and art photographer, about the current fashion exhibition at the centre. They discuss its significance for the centre, the impact on local and global…

Happening in 702 Land: JCC MINI CRICKET FESTIVAL

Gugs Mhlungu chats with  Indarin Govender, Chairman of the Joburg Cricket Club, about the club’s history, the role of cricket in Johannesburg, and initiatives that engage children in the sport to foster community, teamwork, and positive activities. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each …

Happening in 702 Land: Lovers & Friends: Valentine’s Birthday Edition

Gugs Mhlungu chats with Kylo Manilal, Creative Director and Abhik Sewsunker, Managing Director, about the second edition of Lovers & Friends: Valentine’s Birthday Edition at The Beach Rivonia. They discuss what attendees can expect from this vibrant celebration of love, friendship, and community  i…

Happening in 702 Land: JPO presents the 2026 Summer Symphony Season and Valentine’s Gala

Gugs Mhlungu speaks to  Charl du Plessis, Soloist, Piano player & MC for the evening about the Johannesburg Philharmonic Orchestra (JPO) 2026 Summer Symphony series, highlighting the Valentine’s Gala as the season opener and sharing what audiences can look forward to in terms of performances, music…

Happening in 702 Land: From Memphis to Newtown: Blues in the Night at The Market Theatre

Gugs Mhlungu chats to Emma Crystal, Director and Choreographer, about Market Theatre’s partnership with U.S.-based Hattiloo Theatre from Memphis, Tennessee, presenting the first African performance of Blues in the Night. Running for a strictly limited season from 5–22 February 2026, and how this co…