The Fool’s Guide… to Living and Dying… at The Baxter this August


ANDREW BUCKLAND is back at the Baxter Studio with his latest, award-wining The Fool’s Guide… To Living and Dying, from 4 to 15 August 2026 at 7.30pm with Saturday matinees at 2.30pm.

Written by Andrew and Janet Buckland, with Janet directing the hilarious and highly physical journey through the world of contemporary tech, is ably navigated with the virtuoso skill of an actor at the peak of his powers.

The production explores the human condition in the age of social media and AI, with Buckland unleashing this fast-paced comic thriller filled with surreal characters, twists and surprises as Milton Yonaire (played by Buckland) races to save his son Billy from the TechBro Overlords.

Along the way, a devoted fan, a vulnerable Teacup Yorkie and mysterious robot vacuum cleaner add to the chaos that ensues. Funny, strange and thought-provoking, the production blends raucous comedy, poignant storytelling and Buckland’s signature clowning to deliver a wildly theatrical adventure.

The Fool’s Guide… To Living And Dying is presented by Mouthpeace and was commissioned by the Klein Karoo Nasionale Kunstefees 2026. The production runs at the Baxter Studio for a limited season from 4 to 15 August 2026. There is an age restriction of 12 years.

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Booking is via Webtickets online or at Pick n Pay stores. For discounted block bookings, fundraisers and charities, email Mark Dobson at mark.dobson@uct.ac.za or call him on 021 680 3972.

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