University of Cape Town’s South African College of Music (SACM) student Isaac van der Merwe performed a special fundraising piano recital at the Baxter Theatre, celebrating the venue that has helped shape his journey as a musician.

Prof Rob Simmonds passed away on 4 July 2026 at the age of 60.

UCT student Isaac van der Merwe’s piano recital was his way of celebrating a venue that continues to shape him: The Baxter Theatre.

The annual STEM MentHER induction ceremony took place on Friday, 17 July.