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Cape Town City Bowl Archive
GENERAL INTEREST: TABLE MOUNTAIN CABLEWAY SUNSET SPECIAL
Posted on 2:51 pm | 1 Comment1 November – 29 February An annual summer sunset special where cableway prices are half price. Last ride down 8pm Venue: Table Mountain Cableway, Tafelberg Rd, Cape Town Return Ticket Cost (after 6pm): R 97.50 (Kids 4 – 17 R 47.50)
ART: FELIX ANAUT
Posted on 12:35 pm | No Comments17 November – 13 January “Visual music” from the internationally acclaimed illustrator, painter, sculptor and ceramicist. Venue: The Barnard Gallery. 55 Main St, Cape Town Time: 9am Cost: Free www.barnardgallery.com...
LIFESTYLE: WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR 2011
Posted on 1:14 pm | No Comments7 December – 7 March The annual exhibition which showcases talent from the very best aspiring amateurs and established professional photographers the world over. Venue: Iziko SA Museum, 25 Victoria...
ART: ROSE KORBER’S ART SALON
Posted on 10:17 am | No Comments16 December – 29 February The 20th annual exhibition of local artists who have received international acclaim. Venue: Rose Korber Art, 48 Sedgemoor Rd, Camps Bay, Cape Town Time: Mon - Fri, 9am – 5pm Cost: Free
MUSIC: FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS – HUGH TRACEY AND THE INTERNATIONAL LIBRARY OF MUSIC
Posted on 2:43 pm | No Comments19 November – 31 March An interactive view into the field trips of Hugh Tracey, founder of the International Library of African Music, showcasing journals and film and audio recordings. Venue: William Fehr Collection, Castle of Good Hope, Castle St, Cape Town Time: 10am – 4pm Cost: R 10
ART: PETER CLARKE
Posted on 3:00 pm | No Comments20 October – 19 February An exhibition honouring Clarke’s life, work and contribution to art in South Africa through the apartheid and post-apartheid eras. Venue: Iziko Museum, 25 Victoria St, Cape Town Time: 10am – 4pm Cost: R 10
BALLET: THE NUTCRACKER ON ICE
Posted on 10:53 am | No Comments19 January – 11 February International dance sensations the Imperial Ice Stars perform Tchaikovsky’s ballet. Starring Olympic gold medallist Evgeny Platov and dual World Champion Maxim Staviski. Venue: Artscape Theatre,...
THEATRE: MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL
Posted on 12:52 pm | No Comments20 January – 25 February The massive hit comical parody featuring classic hits from the Baby Boomer era. Cast headed by Kate Normington. Venue: Theatre on the Bay, Link St, Camps Bay Time: 8.15pm Cost: R 80 – R 175
THEATRE: STATEMENTS AFTER AN ARREST UNDER THE IMMORALITY ACT
Posted on 11:23 am | 1 Comment24 January – 18 February Athol Fugard’s latest play is a deep love story set in apartheid South Africa, when relationships across the colour bar were a criminal offence. Venue: Fugard Studio, The Fugard Theatre, cnr Harrington & Caledon Sts, Cape Town Time: 8pm Cost: R 100 – R 140
ART: WORLD PRESS PHOTO EXHIBITION
Posted on 2:19 pm | No Comments28 January – 16 February A photo exhibition of work submitted by photographers, agencies, newspapers and magazines from all corners of the world. Venue: Castle of Good Hope, cnr Darling & Buitenkant Sts, Cape Town Time: 9am – 3.45 pm Cost: Mon – Sat @ R 28 (R 12 kids and R 15 Pensioners) Sun @ R 20 (R 5 kids and R 10 Pensioners)
ART: OUTSIDE THE LINES – AN EXPLORATION OF ABSTRACT MATERIALITY
Posted on 3:49 pm | No Comments4 February – 3 March A group exhibition emphasizing work with composition, colour, line, shape and texture. Selected artists include Morne Visage, Mbongeni Dlamini and Nabeeha Mohamed, Alexandra Karakashian, Rodan Kane Hart, Lyndi Sales, Michele Mathison, Chloe Reid, Matty Roodt, and Anna Stielau. Venue: Whatiftheworld Gallery, 1 Argyle St, Woodstock Time: 11am – 3pm Cost: Free
LIFESTYLE: WHISKY TASTING
Posted on 2:13 pm | No Comments7 February Whisky guru Bernard Gutman discusses the history of whisky, and participants taste premium whiskies and bourbons including Maker’s Mark, the original special recipe bourbon, and Laphroig, the world’s best-selling Islay Single Malt. Venue: Café Manhattan, Green Point Time: 6.30pm Cost: R 180
GENERAL INTEREST: OPENING OF PARLIAMENT
Posted on 12:31 pm | No Comments9 February The annual opening of Parliament sees politicians and dignitaries converging on Cape Town to hear the State of the Nation address and consider more than twenty bills for 2012, including the infamous Protection of Information Bill. Venue: Parliament, Plein St, Cape Town Time: tbc Cost: Free
MUSIC: FESTIVAL SYMPHONY CONCERT
Posted on 2:49 pm | No Comments9 February Mirijam Contzen performs the Mendelssohn Violin Concerto in E minor with the Cape Philharmonic Orchestra as part of their 6th Cape Town International Summer Music Festival. The program for the evening includes Mozart’s Impresario Overture and Tchaikovsky’s “Manfred”. Conducted by Yasuo Shinozaki. Venue: Cape Town City Hall, Darling Street Time: 8pm Cost: R180/R155/R130
LIFESTYLE: RED CARPET FASHION SHOW
Posted on 10:35 am | No Comments10 February The third annual fashion show showcases some of South Africa’s most celebrated designers in the presence of celebrity guests. A portion of funds raised will be donated to charity. Venue: The Rotunda, Camps Bay Time: 7.30pm – 12.30am Cost: R 150 – R 320 (incl. drinks, canapés, goody bags)
MUSIC: THE TALLEST MAN ON EARTH
Posted on 3:31 pm | No Comments10 February Swedish singer/songwriter Kristian Matsson, a.k.a the Tallest Man on Earth performs his Wild Hunt Tour in South Africa. Venue: Auditorium 1, Cape Town International Convention Centre, 1 Lower Long St, Cape Town Time: 8pm Cost: R 275 – R 350
MUSIC: ABDULLAH IBRAHIM
Posted on 12:21 pm | No Comments11 February Jazz pianist and South African icon Abdullah Ibrahim performs some of his most well loved compositions with the 18 piece Jazz Orchestra Big Band. Venue: Cape Town International Convention Centre, 1 Lower Long St, Cape Town Time: 8pm Cost: R 200
LIFESTYLE: FRESH FOOD FROM DIE PLATTELAND
Posted on 12:47 pm | 2 Comments11 February Platteland (West coast) specialities such as mussels, seafood, designer teas, meats, flowers, wines and beers and more on offer at the décor and lifestyle centre. Surrounding shops offer 10% discounts during the market. Venue: The Palms, 145 Sir Lowry Rd,Woodstock Time: 10am – 3pm Cost: Free
GENERAL INTEREST: EVOLUTION OF GALAXIES
Posted on 12:13 pm | No Comments11 February Dr. Sarah Blyth, lecturer in the Department of Astronomy at the University of Cape Town, discusses the formation of galaxies. A tour of the venue and stargazing are available after the talk. Venue: SA Astronomical Observatory, Observatory Rd, Observatory Time: 8pm Cost: Free
LIFESTYLE: SUIDOOSTERFEES
Posted on 1:34 pm | No Comments14 - 19 February A love-themed festival that showcases opera, plays and musical performances by various Capetonian artists. Venue: Artscape, D.F. Malan St, Cape Town Time: Various Cost: Various
MUSIC: PURE LOVE
Posted on 10:51 am | No Comments14 February A concert hosted by Clarence Ford with performances from Ian Smith and Virtual Jazz Reality featuring the Delft Big Band. Option of dinner before the show at Marimba Restaurant. Venue: Auditorium 1, Cape Town International Convention Centre, 1 Lower Long St, Cape Town Time: Dinner at 6pm , Show at 8pm Cost: R 120 show only, R 250 dinner, show and after party
MUSIC: RED CELLO AT THE CATHEDRAL
Posted on 11:58 am | No Comments15 February Acclaimed electric cellist Carol Thorns performs at the Raise the Roof Concert Series. Venue: St. Georges Cathedral, 5 Wale St,Cape Town Time: 7.30pm Cost: R 90
OPERA: VIVA LA MAMA
Posted on 1:18 pm | No Comments16 – 19 February Donizetti’s comic opera, directed by Lara Bye, features nine of South Africa’s most promising young singers under the baton of Kamal Khan. Venue: KykNet Theatre, Artscape, D.F. Malan St, Cape Town Time: 16 Feb @ 8pm, 18 Feb @ 7.30pm, 19 Feb @ 4pm Cost: R 100 – R 220
MUSIC: DE WAAL PARK SUMMER CONCERT
Posted on 2:11 pm | No Comments19 February Multi-layered African-Ska band, the Rudimentals perform. Venue: De Waal Park, Molteno St, Cape Town Time: 3pm Cost: Free
MUSIC & ART: ON THE EDGE OF WRONG
Posted on 10:09 am | No Comments20 - 25 February This festival of exploratory music and art, curated by Norwegian musician Morten Minothi Kristiansen, challenges well-regarded local and international artists to reach beyond their normal comfort zone. Each day of the festival, the audience will meet one or more artists in conversation on stage, sharing and discussing their work and ideas. Venue: The Mahogany Room, 79 Buitenkant St, Cape Town Time: 7pm Cost: R 80 per night or R 300 festival pass
LIFESTYLE: KYKNET FIESTAS
Posted on 2:45 pm | No Comments23 February A glamorous award ceremony honouring talented new and established Afrikaans artists. Venue: Artscape Theatre, D.F Malan St, Foreshore, Cape Town Time: 7.30pm Cost: R 120
COMEDY: SLEIGHT OF MOUTH
Posted on 2:36 pm | No Comments23 February A one man comedy magic show from Marcel Oudejans. Venue: The Theatre, Obz Café, 115 Lower Main Rd, Observatory Time: 8.30pm Cost: R 50
LIFESTYLE: SCREENING OF THE OSCARS
Posted on 12:58 pm | No Comments27 February An exclusive screening of the Oscar Awards live from the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood. Dress code: Black Tie and Pyjamas. Venue: Mount Nelson Hotel, 76 Orange St, Cape Town Time: 2am tbc Cost: R 195 (incl. food and drinks. Booking essential)
COMEDY: MY MOTHER’S ITALIAN, MY FATHER’S JEWISH & I’M IN THERAPY
Posted on 2:11 pm | No Comments28 February – 10 March A one man play by comedian Steve Solomon, back by popular demand. Venue: Theatre on the Bay, Link St, Camps Bay Time: Tues– Fri @ 8.15pm, Sat @ 6pm & 8.15pm Cost: R 120 – R 245
LIFESTYLE: DESIGN INDABA
Posted on 10:15 am | No Comments2 – 4 March A curated expo of the very best in South African creativity with craftsmen, architects and innovators displaying the latest trends, thoughts and must-have objects. Venue: Cape...
LIFESTYLE: LI EDELKOORT’S TREND FORECAST
Posted on 2:09 pm | No Comments3 March Li Edelkoort once again presents her thoughts on the next big trends. Venue: Cape Town International Convention Centre, 1 Lower Long St, Cape Town Time: 9am Cost: R 499
MUSIC: DE WAAL PARK SUMMER CONCERT
Posted on 1:27 pm | No Comments4 March International Jazz and pop star, singer and actor Ike Moritz performs. Venue: De Waal Park, Molteno St, Cape Town Time: 3pm Cost: Free
FESTIVAL: INFECTING THE CITY
Posted on 1:37 pm | 1 Comment5 – 10 March An annual public art performance festival bringing music, dance and performance into the streets of Cape Town. Celebrated local and international artists create artworks that unlock...
OPERA: FIDELIO
Posted on 9:55 am | No Comments7, 9, 10 March Cape Town Opera collaborates with the Caste of Good Hope to present Beethoven’s only opera, directed by Christine Crouse. Philipp Pointer conducts The Cape Philharmonic Orchestra. Venue: Castle of Good Hope, Buitenkant St, Cape Town Time: 7.30pm Cost: R 125 – R 350
SPORT: CAPE ARGUS
Posted on 11:15 am | No Comments11 March This annual event attracts 35 000 cyclists from all over the world to partake in a 110 km route around the peninsula. Start Time: 6am Cost: from R 300...
COMEDY: QUARTET
Posted on 2:33 pm | No Comments14 March – 7 April A light-hearted play set in a retirement home, where three elderly former opera singers consider the chance that they might sing together again. Venue: Theatre on the Bay, Link St, Camps Bay Time: tba Cost: tba
FESTIVAL: CAPE TOWN CARNIVAL
Posted on 11:20 am | No Comments17 March The annual street party with costumed dancers, floats, and community performers. Venue: Long St, Cape Town Time: tbc Cost: Free
MUSIC: DE WAAL PARK SUMMER CONCERT
Posted on 2:43 pm | 1 Comment18 March Flamenco guitarist Saudiq Khan performs. Venue: De Waal Park, Molteno St, Cape Town Time: 3pm Cost: Free
MUSIC: CAPE TOWN INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL
Posted on 11:00 am | No Comments30 – 31 March ‘Africa’s grandest gathering’ is a defining Cape town event, attracting over 33 000 people with over 40 local and international acts on 5 stages. Venue: Cape Town...
MUSIC: THE EAGLES
Posted on 10:00 am | 1 Comment4 April The 120 million album-selling band plays Cape Town on its first ever South African tour. Venue: Cape Town Stadium, Greenpoint Time: 8pm tbc Cost: R 320 – R...
SPORT: OLD MUTUAL TWO OCEANS MARATHON
Posted on 10:06 am | No Comments7 April One of S.A’s biggest annual races takes the scenic route through Chapman’s Peak, Hout Bay and Constantia Nek, thus earning it the title “The World’s Most Beautiful Marathon”. Start venue: SA Breweries, Main Rd, Newlands, Cape Town Start time: 6am for half-marathon, 6.25am for ultra-marathon. Cost: R 95 – R 900
THEATRE: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM
Posted on 3:25 pm | No Comments10 – 21 April Shakespeare’s famous magical comedy is directed by award-winner Fred Abrahamse and features spectacular sets and costumes. Venue: Artscape Theatre, DF Malan St, Cape Town Time: Tues – Fri @ 10am, Thurs – Sat @ 8.15pm, Sun @ 3pm Cost: R 40
THEATRE: KAT AND THE KINGS
Posted on 12:04 pm | No Comments1 May 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: 8pm tbc Cost: R 100 – R 150
OPERA: LA BOHÈME
Posted on 10:07 am | No Comments5, 9, 11, 16 May Puccini’s romantic portrait of Bohemian life in Paris returns to the Artscape Opera House. The CTO Voice of the Nation Chorus and the Cape Philharmonic Orchestra are conducted by Jeremy Silver. Directed by Matthew Wild. Venue: Opera House, Artscape, DF Malan St, Foreshore, Cape Town Time: 7.30pm Cost: TBC
OPERA: BEL CANTO GALA CONCERT
Posted on 10:21 am | No Comments13 May American tenor Lawrence Brownlee, South African-born soprano Sally Silver and mezzo-soprano Violina Anguelov are accompanied by the Cape Philharmonic Orchestra during this year’s ‘beautiful singing’ Gala concert. Includes works by Rossini, Donizetti and Bellini. Directed by Christine Crouse and conducted by Jeremy Silver. Venue: Opera House, Artscape, DF Malan St, Foreshore, Cape Town Time: 7.30pm Cost: TBC
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
OPERA: TROUBLE IN TAHITI
Posted on 10:30 am | No Comments15, 17, 18 August 1950s suburban bliss unravels in Bernstein’s one-act musical. CTO makes its debut at The Fugard Theatre, featuring Thato Machona and Violina Anguelov. Directed by Matthew Wild. Venue: The Fugard Theatre, cnr Caledon & Harrington Sts, Cape Town Time: 7.30pm Cost: TBC
OPERA: PORGY & BESS
Posted on 10:56 am | No Comments29 September & 4, 6 October CTO’s smash-hit production of Porgy and Bess, a massive popular and critical success in the UK, comes to Cape Town with a full South African cast. Directed by Christine Crouse. Conducted by Albert Horne. Venue: Opera House, Artscape, DF Malan St, Foreshore, Cape Town Time: TBC Cost: TBC
LIFESTYLE: LOOK & FEEL GOOD EXPO
Posted on 9:06 am | No Comments5 – 7 October South Africa’s leading health, wellness and lifestyle consumer exhibition. Venue: Cape Town International Convention Centre, 1 Lower Long St, Cape Town Time: tba Cost: tba
OPERA: TALES OF HOFFMANN
Posted on 10:57 am | No Comments23, 24, 27, 28, 29 November CTO collaborates with the UCT Opera school as South African operatic legend Angelo Gobbato directs Offenbach’s most popular stage work – this unfinished masterpiece. Conducted by Kamal Khan. Venue: Theatre, Artscape, DF Malan St, Foreshore, Cape Town Time: TBC Cost: TBC
