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Collected on 1 September 2026
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Buildings and assets maintained and upgraded
The South African State Theatre will carry out capital works projects to upgrade, modernise, and maintain its physical infrastructure, including the theatre complex.
Maintain and Improve Infrastructure
Places
City of Tshwane, Gauteng
Reference
https://www.statetheatre.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/SAST-APP-signed.pdf
In-house developed and externally sourced performing arts works presented
The South African State Theatre will present performances created internally and also sourced from external artists and companies. These productions will be staged at the theatre complex and may also be recorded for online distribution.
Outcome 1: In-house developed and externally sourced performing arts works presented.
Development opportunities provided
The South African State Theatre will offer training, mentorship, and career development opportunities for emerging artists and theatre professionals, particularly through its Incubator programme.
Utilise the Incubator programme to deploy graduates alongside the Artistic Director for the SAST to become a strategic
Revenue generated from commercial activities
The theatre aims to increase income through commercial initiatives such as ticket sales, sponsorships, merchandise, and digital content monetisation, reducing reliance on donations.
Maximise Revenue (increase capacity to generate own revenue instead of hoping to receive donations and sponsorships)
Audience attendance improved
The theatre will implement strategies to grow its audience base through high-quality productions, recordings, and digital outreach via its online platform.
Focus on ensuring quality of theatre productions and recordings thereof, to attract audiences to both the theatre and to the SAST online platform.
