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USEFUL STUFF
Editor’s Pick Archive
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ART: BARBARA WILDENBOER, CANARIES IN THE COALMINE
Posted on 11:28 am | No Comments2 May-9 June The artist’s sixth solo exhibition includes paper sculpture, paper cutting, altered books, photography, animation and installation. Venue: Erdmann Contemporary & the Photographers gallery, 63 Shortmarket Street, Cape Town Cost: Free -
ART: RAGING STORM EXHIBITION
Posted on 1:54 pm | No Comments20 February – 31 May Acclaimed visionary artist Storm Thorgerson (Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath, The Mars Volta) exhibits his rock ‘n’ roll revolutionary artwork. Exhibition extended for the third time. Venue: 6 Spin Street,Cape Town (opposite Church Square) Time: 8.30am – 10pm (Mon to Sat) Cost: Free -
THEATRE: KAT AND THE KINGS
Posted on 12:04 pm | 1 Comment1 May - 30 June The award-winning musical by David Kramer and the late Taliep Petersen returns to the Cape Town stage. Venue: Fugard Theatre, cnr Harrington & Caledon Sts, Cape Town Time: Tues - Fri 8pm, Sat 5pm & 8.30pm Cost: R 100 – R 150 -
THEATRE: SIE WEISS ALLES
Posted on 3:46 pm | No Comments9 May – 2 June A play set in Nazi Germany, during the collapse of the Third Reich, performed by Taryn Bennet and and award-winning actor and writer James Cairns. Venue: Kalk Bay Theatre, 52 Main Road, Kalk Bay Time: 8.30pm Cost: R 75 - R 95 -
GENERAL INTEREST: HENRY ROLLINS – THE LONG MARCH
Posted on 2:34 pm | No Comments18 May The American singer/songwriter, comedian and spoken-word artist gives a thought-provoking two-hour talk on his travels and what he has witnessed ‘out at the edge’. Venue: Baxter Concert Hall, Main Road, Rondebosch Time: 8 pm Cost: R 278 -
FESTIVAL: ROAD TO ROCK
Posted on 10:56 am | No Comments19 May A brand new rock event with an emphasis on ‘quality’. Just 1500 ticketsavailable. Mr Cat and theJackal, 7th Son, Woodstock Mafia, Taxi Violence and The Plastics lead the line up. Alcohol and picnic baskets are available at additional costs.Venue: DKH Estate and Resort, Groene Rivier Private Estate, Swartland Time: 2pm - 10pm Cost: R 150 – R 350 Email: anna@brightskymusic.com -
DANCE: AFRICAN FOOTPRINT
Posted on 10:33 am | No Comments21 May – 12 June Richard Loring’s internationally acclaimed and award-winning piece tells the story of the people of Africa, through the words of the well-known poet Don Mattera and a variety of dance styles from gumboot to ballet. Venue: Artscape Theatre, DF Malan Rd, Foreshore, Cape Town Time: Fri @ 8pm, Sat @ 2pm and 8pm, Sun @ 6pm Cost: R 125 – R 325 -
LIFESTYLE: TOPS GUGULETHU WINE FESTIVAL
Posted on 3:47 pm | No Comments25 & 26 May The second annual wine festival in thetownshipof Gugs, run by local entrepreneur Mzoli Ngcawuzele, aims to grow the local wine market. Venue: Rooftop of Gugulethu Square Mall, cnr NY 1 and NY 6, Gugulethu Time: Sat: 4pm – 9pm, Sun: 3pm – 9pm Cost: R 80 -
TALK: ZULU TALKS WITH ROB CASKIE
Posted on 12:57 pm | No Comments6 June Renowned lecturer and public speaker Rob Caskie presents a morning talk on The Battle of Rorke’s Drift, and an evening talk on The Battle of Isandlwana, followed by a meal at Reuben’s restaurant. Venue: The One & Only Hotel, Dock Road, V&A Waterfront Time: 11.30am and 6.30pm Cost: R 225 per talk -
MUSIC: ROXETTE
Posted on 11:43 am | No Comments8 June Back by popular demand, the Swedish pop and rock duo famous for 80s hits such as ‘It must have been Love’ and ‘Joyride’. Venue: Grand Arena, Grand West, 1 Vanguard Drive, Goodwood Time: 8pm Cost: R 320 – R 480 -
MUSIC: ENGELBERT HUMPERDINCK
Posted on 4:04 pm | No Comments20 June One of music`s biggest legends, best known for 'Release Me', 'The Last Waltz' and 'I`ll Never Fall In Love Again', Humperdinck has sold over 150 million records in the last 40+ years. Venue: Grand Arena, Grand West, 1 Vanguard Drive, Goodwood, Cape Town Time: 8pm Cost: R 263 - R 518
