The Artscape Youth Jazz Series is a vital part of Artscape’s youth educational programmes. This inspiring initiative nurtures young jazz musicians through mentorship and masterclasses, empowering the next generation with musical excellence, confidence, and cultural pride.

By creating a platform for emerging talent, the series celebrates South Africa’s rich jazz heritage while fostering creativity, discipline, and community among youth from diverse backgrounds.

Youth Jazz Soloists showcase their talent on Friday, 12th June 2026, and the School Jazz Bands will perform on Saturday, 13th June 2026 at the Artscape Theatre.

This event was launched in 2003 as the Youth Jazz Festival. The project has grown extensively over the years to accommodate the enormous interest and exceptional talent of young jazz musicians. As the project continues to evolve, it is now known as the Youth Jazz Series.

Duration: 180min; 30 min interval
Age Restriction: Kindly note that Artscape provides wheelchair seating. You can book directly via this website. However, if you require assistance, please call Artscape Dial-a-Seat on 021 421 76 95, who will assist with navigation and booking.