Photographer Michel Bega goes backstage at the Johannesburg Theatre for Taylor: A Tribute To The Eras Of Taylor Swift.
Performer Josette performs in Taylor: A Tribute To The Eras Of Taylor Swift, 17 April 2025, at the Johannesburg Theatre, in Braamfontein. The show is a tribute to Taylor Swift, featuring authentic costumesa and over 30 Swift songs. Picture: Michel Bega/The Citizen
Taylor: A Tribute To The Eras Of Taylor Swift has finished its run at the Joburg Theatre and moves on to Durban and Cape Town, before the show heads to Canada.
Here we bring you an exclusive view with the performers behind the scenes at the Joburg Theatre.
Performer Josette prepares for her role in Taylor: A Tribute To The Eras Of Taylor Swift backstage at the Johannesburg Theatre, in Braamfontein. Picture: Michel Bega/The CitizenJosette shows off some of the bracelettes she has received as gifts from fans. Picture: Michel Bega/The CitizenJosette adjusts her necklace in her changing room backstage at the Joburg Theatre. Picture: Michel Bega/The CitizenJosette adjusts parts of her costume. The show is a tribute to Taylor Swift, featuring authentic costumes and over 30 Swift songs. Picture: Michel Bega/The CitizenPicture: Michel Bega/The CitizenPicture: Michel Bega/The CitizenSingers Aya Mpama, left, and Xae Memela prepare in their changing rooms backstage. Picture: Michel Bega/The CitizenSinger Aya Mpama applies make-up. Picture: Michel Bega/The CitizenSinger Xae Memela adjusts her hair. Picture: Michel Bega/The CitizenDancers Alycia Keane, left, and Jessica Driver stretch in the hallway backstage at the Joburg Theatre. Picture: Michel Bega/The CitizenMusicians, from left, Jonathan Peyper, Travis Johnston, Mfundo ‘Scales’ Mbuli and Clint Falconer pose for a photograph and share a light-hearted moment before the performance. Picture: Michel Bega/The CitizenShoes worn by dancers in Taylor: A Tribute To The Eras Of Taylor Swift. Picture: Michel Bega/The CitizenJosette makes final adjustments to her costume just off stage as she prepares for the show. Picture: Michel Bega/The CitizenPerformer Josette shares a moment with dancer Jessica Driver. Picture: Michel Bega/The CitizenDancer Jessica Driver stretches before the show. Picture: Michel Bega/The CitizenPerformers wish each other luck before the opening of the show. Picture: Michel Bega/The CitizenPerformers are seen backstage. Picture: Michel Bega/The CitizenA decorated microphone used by Josette in the Taylor: A Tribute To The Eras Of Taylor Swift show. Picture: Michel Bega/The CitizenPerformer Josette is seen waiting in the lift before emerging from under the stage. Picture: Michel Bega/The CitizenTaylor: A Tribute To The Eras Of Taylor Swift. Picture: Michel Bega/The CitizenJosette performs at a piano in Taylor: A Tribute To The Eras Of Taylor Swift. Picture: Michel Bega/The CitizenPicture: Michel Bega/The CitizenPicture: Michel Bega/The CitizenPicture: Michel Bega/The CitizenFans are seen in the front-row of Taylor: A Tribute To The Eras Of Taylor Swift. Picture: Michel Bega/The Citizen
