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Dock Road Theatre
Dock Road, Cape Town, 8002, South Africa
+27 21 419 5522
#152 of 347 things to do rated by Real Travelers

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South Africa's first electric power station, which was operational from 1882, was originally set in this building. Now it is a very successful small and intimate theater. It's the unique atmosphere created by these old surroundings that will make this a special experience. The dramas and musicals staged here are of a high calibre.

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