HOW TO DATE LIKE A F@#$&*! GROWNUP – THE MUSICAL Pieter Toerien’s Montecasino Theatre | 8 – 24 November

Joburg audiences are in for a treat as this original musical with a non-traditional title rolls into town.
Set against the backdrop of bustling city life, HOW TO DATE LIKE A F@#$&*! GROWNUP follows the lives of four diverse individuals as they navigate the pitfalls and pleasures of dating in the digital age. From awkward first encounters to disastrous blind dates, the production offers a hilarious and often poignant look at the joys and frustrations of modern romance.

At its core, this is a quirky story about the universal quest for love, connection, and self-discovery in the digital age. Through its witty dialogue, relatable characters, and laugh-out-loud moments, the production explores themes of vulnerability, authenticity, and the importance of embracing one’s true self in the pursuit of meaningful relationships.
The production was commissioned by VR Theatrical (A Midsummer Night’s Dream, A Christmas Carol, Rock of Ages, Here’s to You, Avenue Q) who is renowned for getting behind new and experimental theatre projects and has had 2 successful developmental runs in Cape Town.

“After extensive market research, we realised that books with expletives in the title had great appeal in the 20 – 40 year old market,” said Jaco van Rensburg from VRT. “Books ranging in genre from cook books to self-help all seemed to fare well, so we decided to put the salty title to the test in the theatrical context.” As the title suggests, this one is not so much focused on your grandma’s tastes in theatre, but rather aims to speak to and give voice to young people, trying to find that special person in the 21st Century. As part of VRT’s mandate to create a platform to develop new theatrical writers, a competent and fresh young writing team was approached.

This electrifying musical comedy which will have a limited run at Pieter Toerien’s Montecasino Theatre from Friday, 8 November – Sunday, 24 November 2024.
The production is rated PG13 and includes themes of an adult nature. Tickets are priced between R150 – R280 and are available through Webtickets.com or at the theatre’s box office.

Johannesburg Performance Details:
Dates: 8 – 24 November
Venue: Pieter Toerien’s Montecasino Theatre Tickets: Webtickets
Ticket Link: https://bit.ly/HTDTickets2024 Media Enquiries: alyssa@vrtheatrical.com
Additional Performance Information:
Ticket Prices: Ranging from R150 to R280 Running Time: Approximately 70 minutes