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The indispensable guide to what's on in Cape Town. Upcoming events include festivals, shows and fairs; music, theatre and dance; rugby and cricket and other sporting events; comedy and concerts and exhibitions, celebrations of wine and whiskey, flowers and freedom... bring it on, Cape Town!

Events

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TABLE MOUNTAIN CABLEWAY WINTER SPECIAL
1 May - 31 October
Two children under 18 years travel free with every adult return ticket for R 170. The special is valid everyday including weekends and public holidays.
Tel: 021 424 8181
www.tablemountain.net

ART: AFRICAN LIGHT
30 May - 30 September
An exhibition of local and international art which explores the inherent reflective qualities of art glass as they mirror a palette of African colours, shades and textures. Venue: EDGE Glass Gallery, 29 Vredenburg Lane, off top of Long St   Time: Tues - Fri @ 10am - 5pm, Mon & Sat by appointment only   Cost: Free
Tel: 021 423 3371   Email: nbritz@iafrica.com
www.capeglassstudio.com

WHEEL OF EXCELLENCE
8 June - 15 January
A 50m observation wheel (similar to UK's London Eye) with 36 fully-enclosed cabins offering visitors a 20 minute round trip with panoramic views of Cape Town, Table Mountain and the surrounds. VIP cabins, including champagne and canapés, available on request.   Venue: Canal Site, opposite the Caltex garage, V&A Waterfront   Time: Sun - Thurs @ 11am - 8pm, Fri & Sun @ 11am - 10pm   Cost: R 80 
Tel: 021 408 7600   Email: info@waterfront.co.za
2010.waterfront.co.za

EXHIBITION: 1910 - 2010: FROM PIERNEEF TO GUGULECTIVE
7 July - 3 October
A showcase of South African art across the last 100 years.  Exhibited artists include Gerard Sekoto, Irma Stern, George Pemba, Maggie Laubser, Gerard Bhengu, JH Pierneef, Durant Sihlali and Dumile Feni. Venue: South African National Gallery, Company Gardens [see map]  Time: Tues - Sun @ 10am - 5pm   Cost: R 15
Tel: 021 467 4663   Email: sadams@iziko.org.za
www.iziko.org.za

EXHIBITION: US
7 July - 3 October
A continuation of the 2009 exhibition which touched on issues of sexuality, religion, immigration and movement in Africa, with the message that any group - regardless of ethnicity, culture, sexuality, class or religion - is made up of individuals. Venue: South African National Gallery, Company Gardens [see map]  Time: Tues - Sun @ 10am - 5pm   Cost: R 15
Tel: 021 467 4660   Email: alewis@iziko.org.za
www.iziko.org.za

EXHIBITION: MANDELA
7 July - 31 December
An exploration of the extraordinary life of South Africa's most celebrated icon. Venue: Iziko Slave Lodge, cnr Adderley & Wale Sts   Time: Mon - Sat @ 10am - 5pm (closed on Christmas Day)   Cost: R 15
Tel. 021 461 3375   Email: wvandelen@iziko.org.za
www.iziko.org.za

ART: GHOEMA & GLITTER: NEW YEAR CARNIVAL IN CAPE TOWN
7 July - 31 January
A selection of works by film makers, photographers and artists who have been inspired by Cape Town's traditional New Year carnival. Venue: Iziko Good Hope Gallery, Castle of Good Hope [see map]  Time: daily @ 9.30am - 4pm   Cost: R 25
Tel: 021 464 1262   Email: kmooney@iziko.org.za
www.iziko.org.za

ART: WINTER GALA
29 July - 30 September
Paarl's first commercial art gallery exhibits a variety of paintings, ceramics and sculptures by established and new artists. Venue: Hout Street Gallery, 270 Main St, Paarl   Time: Mon - Sat @ 8.30am - 5pm, Sun @ 10am - 5pm   Cost: Free
Tel: 021 872 5030   Email: zetler@icon.co.za
www.houtstreetgallery.co.za

THEATRE: STATION 70
30 July - 18 September
Hits from the iconic musicals of the 70s including The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Grease and Saturday Night Fever. Venue: Roxy Revue Bar, Grand West [see map]  Time: Wed - Sat @ 8.30pm   Cost: R 67
Tel: 021 505 7777
www.computicket.com

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