Cape Town, she’s back - and she’s extra. While the first social media post announcing the return was somewhat smoke and mirrors, we can now confirm - Zingara's return is official. And it's limited - so catch it while you can.
The Royal Countess Zingara has slipped into something outrageous, pitching her mirrored tent at Century City this October with a brand-new spectacle, La Dolce Royal.
The season kicks off on 11 October 2025 until January 2026.
La Dolce Royal - part love letter to where it all began, part wild new chapter in Zingara’s legend will see world-class aerial acts, choreographed spectacle, live music, and of course, food that will make you want to lick your sequined sleeve.
Behind the velvet curtain, Zingara’s founder Richard Griffin conjures a masterpiece, bringing together his most treasured collaborators: visionary co-directors Craig Leo and Valentina Love, legendary lighting designers Mannie Manim and Joshua Cutts, choreographer Samantha Kotze and a cast of world-class international and South African performers.
These include spectacular aerial cradle duo Juan Palacios & Victoria Perez, balance-act wonder Tatiana Babiy, hand-strap twins Mykola and Andrii Pysiura, and singing sensations, The Clorettes. Andile Max will emcee the stellar proceedings.
Ahead of The Royal Countess Zingara's much anticipated return to Cape Town, Marinus Boshoff, CEO of Century City Property Owners' Association (CCPOA) extended a warm welcome saying, “We are delighted that Century City will once again be part of this magical experience and the creativity and energy that have always added a unique vibrancy to our city. We look forward to hosting thousands of visitors and to the positive impact this production will have on our community and the broader Cape Town entertainment landscape."
La Dolce Royal is more than a performance, it is a homecoming woven from dreams, stitched with wonder and dripping in splendour. Step into the glow of The Royal Countess Zingara’s spiegelpaleis, where time is paused, reality shifts and every night is a celebration of the extraordinary.
Limited Season: Tuesdays to Sundays from 11 October 2025 until January 2026.
Doors: Grounds open 6pm | Tent opens 7pm | Show starts 8pm
Tickets: From R1150 pp (includes a welcome drink, five-course dinner + show)
Bookings: Opens 5 September 2025 at zingara.co.za
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