This September, PEPONI, the first original dance-theatre production by House of Wondar, is touring five Southern African countries, and we’re delighted to welcome the production to Durban! 
Meaning “paradise” in Kiswahili, PEPONI brings together eight performers in a powerful exploration of belonging, identity, place and the possibility of creating paradise where we are.
Choreographed by Matthieu Nieto, with dramaturgy by acclaimed South African poet and theatre-maker Koleka Putuma, the production has been developed since March 2026.
Catch PEPONI at JOMBA! Dance Festival in Durban on 3 & 4 September.
The Durban performances are part of a wider Southern African tour, travelling through Tanzania, South Africa, Eswatini, Botswana and Mozambique, with performances in Dar es Salaam, Mbabane, Gaborone, Johannesburg, Soweto and Maputo.
The tour is supported by the French Institute of South Africa (IFAS), Institut français in Paris and the Alliance Française network in Southern Africa.
Durban | JOMBA! Dance Festival
Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre
3 & 4 September 2026
Webtickets
Come and discover PEPONI 
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DRESS CODE
What will you wear to the paradise?
Dress as if you are stepping into paradise bold, quiet, a celebration of your culture, or your unique style. Feel like yourself, or embrace your inner fashion icon. or simply sit back, relax, and enjoy the show in your regular attire
