For Vip"s Only After Glow Party with a very special guest DJ... ..SAVE the date May 8 @ a Secret Location ?
Friday, April 26, 2013
Trojan Warriors Live TV Show
Who will be the Top 12 in each 4 categories for the Southern Mortals, competing in various games and challenges to be the Next - Trojan Warrior!
RYAN the DJ & SAM WORLD
SATURDAY 4th MAY 2013
THE LOOP NIGHTCLUB & SMIRNOFF presents
A VISIONARY COCKTAIL EXPERIENCE
Be part of a Molecular Cocktail Revolution
First 60 people to receive a free shot of Smirnoff Iced Cake or Kissel Caramel
Enjoy "TEMPTATION SATURDAYS" with
PSYCH NIGHT: Texas Headdress
In celebration of AUSTIN PSYCH FEST,
Psych Night & The Assembly proudly present: TEXAS HEADDRESS.
Entry: R50 (R30 before 9pm)
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FEATURING LIVE PERFORMANCES BY:
Wild Eastern Arches
The Future Primitives
Bil
Cloud9
Cloud9 is a platform that was created for deep house DJs in Cape Town to showcase their exceptional talent. It was also created on the premise of giving house heads the opportunity to gather once a week and enjoy the sounds of deep house music.
In additi
COMEDY: BUTLERS AND BILLIONAIRES
29 - 31 August
When a wealthy playboy is found dead, all evidence seems to point to his eccentric butler. An edge-of-your-seat, exhilarating ride with suspicious characters, outrageous antics and twisting plots. Venue: Artscape Arena, DF Malan St, Cape Town Time: 8.15pm Cost: R 59 - R 79
ART: IN RETRO
10 May - 22 June
Artist Hannatjie van der Wat presents a solo exhibition, In Retro: Seventy-year Career Survey. Venue: SMAC Art Gallery, 1st Floor, De Wet Centre, Church St, Stellenbosch Time: tbc Cost: free
Cape Town Accommodation Specials
The lowdown on the Mother City’s winter hotel deals and holiday packages
DANCE: CIRQUE DE LA SYMPHONIE
23 – 25 August
This brand new production brings the magic of cirque to the music hall. Artists include the most amazing veterans of exceptional cirque programs throughout the world – aerial flyers, acrobats, contortionists, dancers, jugglers, balancers, and strongmen. Venue: Artscape...
DANCE: MOMENTUM
24 – 25 August
More than 100 dancers celebrate CAFDA Dance Theatre’s success over the last 50 years in this presentation consisting of ballet, hip hop, contemporary and modern dance. Venue: Artscape Theatre, DF Malan St, Cape Town Time: 8pm (Sat), 4pm (Sun) Cost: R 60
COMEDY: DOCTOR DOCTOR
27 & 28 August
Admit yourself to the ‘intensive care’ of the GP’s of Comedy in the show where ‘Scrubs’ meets ‘Monty Python’ in a collection of zany sketches, offering a humorous glimpse into the lighter side of the medical profession. Venue: Artscape...
DANCE: DANCERS LOVE DOGS
25 May
Dancers and performers join forces in this annual concert to raise funds for the mass sterilisation of animals. All the funds raised with this event will assist animals in need. Presented by Brigitte Taylor. Venue: Artscape Opera House, DF Malan St, Cape Town Time: 8pm Cost: R 250
DANCE: DANCE FOR ALL
3 August
Showcasing Dance for All’s students of the Specialised Dance Programme in an exciting, versatile production with a variety of dance styles incorporating Classical Ballet, Contemporary Dance, Spanish Dance, Hip Hop and African Dance. Venue: Artscape Theatre, DF Malan St, Cape Town ...
BALLET: THE SLEEPING BEAUTY
8 – 18 August
Guest artists from the Mariinsky Ballet (Kirov) join Cape Town City Ballet in this classic ballet of The Sleeping Beauty. Venue: Artscape Opera House, Artscape Theatre Centre, DF Malan St, Cape Town Time: tbc Cost: R 90 – R 300
DANCE: BELLES OF THE BALLET
9 August
Cape Town City Ballet presents a programme devoted to the ballerinas of the dance world in honour of Women’s Day, featuring the heroines of all the great classics and other ballets. Venue: Artscape Opera House, Artscape Theatre Centre, DF Malan St, Cape Town Time: 2.30pm ...
DANCE: FOUR SEASONS
16 & 17 August
Choreographed by Gregory Maqoma and performed with the backing of live musicians, Four Seasons is a dance performance depicting destruction and deterioration of the human mind towards us, towards life, towards each other and towards the earth. Venue: Artscape Theatre, DF Malan...
City Hall Sessions: Freedom Day Concert
City Hall Sessions will be back on Saturday 27th April, with a Freedom Day special headlined by Paul Hanmer and McCoy Mrubata, plus Moreira Chonguica. All three of these bandleaders have strong links with the mother city: Mrubata was born in Langa, Hanme
DANCE: MY SPACE
20 - 23 June
The Ikapa Dance Theatre portrays an exploration of society’s need for power, control and ownership. It reflects the physicality of feelings that arise from the experience of living and co-existing. Venue: Artscape Arena, DF Malan St, Cape Town Time: 8.15pm (Thu &...
THEATRE: BOY MEETS BOY
29 June - 20 July
A very topical musical comedy and light hearted story set in the 1930s of mistaken identities and a romance between two men culminating their marriage. Venue: Artscape Arena, DF Malan St, Cape Town Time: 8pm daily, 2.30pm & 8pm Sats Cost: R 80 - R 120
DANCE: JAZZART’S AZISHE!
4 - 7 July
This year’s dance festival offers an explosive display of dance, featuring Jazzart Dance Theatre and visiting groups from other provinces. Venue: Artscape Theatre Centre, DF Malan St, Cape Town Time: 7.30pm (Thu - Sat), 6pm (Sun) Cost: R 70
MUSIC: FAMILY SYMPHONIC FUN
28 July
The Cape Philharmonic Youth Orchestra plays light classics and popular music for the entire family. Venue: Artscape Theatre Centre, DF Malan St, Cape Town Time: 3pm tbc Cost: R 50
ART: SEEING RED, FEELING BLUE
2 – 30 May
A solo exhibition by Greg Streak, ‘Feeling Red, Seeing Blue’, whose sculptures offer a play on the functionality of objects. Venue: Commune.1 Gallery, 64 Wale St, Cape Town Time: 10am – 5pm (Tue – Fri), 10am – 2pm (Sat) Cost: free
THEATRE: MULTI CULTURAL CELEBRATIONS
7 & 8 June
Celebrating South Africa through music and dance featuring Community Plough Back Cultural Ensemble, the Vadhini Indian Arts Academy, Indigenous Orchestra, Melanie Scholtz, Zanne Stapelberg and Ringo Ndzuzo. Venue: Artscape Theatre Centre, DF Malan St, Cape Town Time: 8pm ...
Thursday, April 25, 2013
Freedom Day with FREE VODKA @ The Side Show
Come celebrate your freedom with us at The Side Show this Saturday night as we bring you another SaturDAZED event - cept this time we"re spreading the FREE VODKA love to EVERYONE and making it FREE VODKA for ALL between 10 and 1. Thats 3 Hours of FREE VOD
"Elegant Deceptions" at Kalk Bay Theatre
Tickets: R90
Bookings: www.kbt.co.za
Welcome to Stuart Lightbody’s "Elegant Deceptions"; an evening of sophisticated sleight of hand artistry and wonder. This Standard Bank Silver Ovation Award winning magician just got a 5 star review at the Adelaide Fr
MOTEL7 - Solo Exhibition
Title: MOTEL7 - Solo ExhibitionVenue: 34FineArt / WoodstockCategory: Art ExhibitsDate: 28 March 2013 - 22 April 2013Time: 14.00 h - 17.00 hDescription: Daydreamers, Motel7’s second solo show, affirms the ease with which she straddles the divide between urban and gallery spaces - where the...
Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s Crepuscule
Title: Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s CrepusculeVenue: Theatre Arts Admin Collective / Cape TownCategory: TheatreDate: 18 April 2013 - 22 April 2013Time: 19.30 h - 22.00 hDescription: Literary icon Can Themba (widely known as writer for DRUM magazine) is remembered through...
Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great Texts
Title: Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great TextsVenue: Hiddingh Hall, UCT"s Hiddingh Campus / Cape TownCategory: Special EventsDate: 22 April 2013 - 22 April 2013Time: 17.00 h - 19.00 hDescription: Political Scientist Steven Friedman talks about Freedom for the Few: Ending the Middle Class...
Ayanda Mabulu: Imvo Zabantsundu / The Native Opinion
Title: Ayanda Mabulu: Imvo Zabantsundu / The Native OpinionVenue: Commune.1 / Cape TownCategory: Art ExhibitsDate: 16 March 2013 - 22 April 2013Time: 19.00 h - 22.30 hDescription: Commune.1 is proud to present a solo show of poet and artist Ayanda Mabulu’s large-scale paper works and...
Dog"s Bollocks at the Kalk Bay Theatre
The side-splitting one-man physical theatre comedy "The Dog’s Bollocks", takes to the stage at the Kalk Bay Theatre until 27 April after a run at the KKNK.
THEATRE: THE UNEXPECTED MAN
15 – 25 May
Tony award winning playwright Yasmina Reza’s exploration of the inner world of two travellers sharing a train compartment. Performed by Shaun Acker and Zanne Solomon under Brink Scholtz’s direction, the play is surprising gem as the audience yearn with the...
Set For The Sky, Forefront and Standford @ Ragazzi Live Bar
Official event page: http://www.facebook.com/events/591233180906633/?fref=ts
MUSIC: MIKE AND THE MECHANICS
20 August
Melodic contemporary rock band Mike and the Mechanics, with two new faces in the vocal department, perform live featuring their hits, "The Living Years", "All I neeed is a Miracle", "Word of Mouth" and more in celebration of their 25th anniversary. Venue: Grand Arena, GrandWest, 1...
FAMSA Conference 2013 - CAPETOWN
28th Scientific Conference and General Assembly for the Federation of African Medical Students Associations
GENERAL INTEREST: MIRAGES OF THE PAST
27 April
SA Astronomical Observatory hosts a free public lecture presented by Laure Catala, a PhD student at UCT. Her talk focuses on Einstein’s work with a title Mirages of the Past. Venue: SA Astronomical Observatory, Observatory Rd, Observatory Time: 8pm Cost: free
LIFESTYLE: VINTAGE IDEAS MARKET
26 – 28 April
The annual Vintage Ideas market is set to once again wow visitors with an incredible vintage shopping experience, with the lodge being transformed into a Great Gatsby-themed treasure trove of amazing authentic and vintage-inspired items. Venue: Simondium’s Country...
LIFESTYLE: CHARITY GOLF DAY
9 May
Badisa hosts their Annual Charity Golf Day which forms part of a continuous effort to improve the lives of others and to encourage South Africans to make a difference in the life of just “One More” person. Venue: De Zalze Golf Estate, R44, Stellenbosch Time: tbc Cost:...
COMEDY: NIK RABINOWITZ – STAND UP
4 – 8 June
Nik Rabinowitz is back with an all-new show that takes the Pistorius out of everything (from the donkey in your burger to the crocodiles of Limpopo) whilst giving South Africa a deep, full-cavity medical check-up. Venue: Caledon St, Cnr of Harrington St, District Six, Cape Town ...
Wednesday, April 24, 2013
PLAYLISTED Presents MR SMITH
PLAYLISTED was the result of a simple desire to hear all the music we liked in one night, from the latest indie/ electro/ DnB bangers and classic party tracks, to pulsating progressive goodness and psychedelic rhythms.
So with that in mind we assembled p
The ABC of Writing a Screenplay
Title: The ABC of Writing a ScreenplayVenue: PANSA Studio / Cape TownCategory: Special EventsDate: 23 March 2013 - 27 April 2013Time: 10.00 h - 13.00 hDescription: If you’re an aspiring storyteller with a vivid imagination whose ideas are larger than life and want to write for film of...
MOTEL7 - Solo Exhibition
Title: MOTEL7 - Solo ExhibitionVenue: 34FineArt / WoodstockCategory: Art ExhibitsDate: 27 March 2013 - 21 April 2013Time: 14.00 h - 17.00 hDescription: Daydreamers, Motel7’s second solo show, affirms the ease with which she straddles the divide between urban and gallery spaces - where the...
Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s Crepuscule
Title: Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s CrepusculeVenue: Theatre Arts Admin Collective / Cape TownCategory: TheatreDate: 17 April 2013 - 21 April 2013Time: 19.30 h - 22.00 hDescription: Literary icon Can Themba (widely known as writer for DRUM magazine) is remembered through...
Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great Texts
Title: Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great TextsVenue: Hiddingh Hall, UCT"s Hiddingh Campus / Cape TownCategory: Special EventsDate: 21 April 2013 - 21 April 2013Time: 17.00 h - 19.00 hDescription: Political Scientist Steven Friedman talks about Freedom for the Few: Ending the Middle Class...
The ABC of writing a screenplay
Title: The ABC of writing a screenplayVenue: The Writing Studio / Green PointCategory: Special EventsDate: 23 March 2013 - 27 April 2013Time: 14.00 h - 17.00 hDescription: Turn fantastic ideas into big screen spectacle with The Writing Studio’s The ABC of Writing a Screenplay workshop that...
Ayanda Mabulu: Imvo Zabantsundu / The Native Opinion
Title: Ayanda Mabulu: Imvo Zabantsundu / The Native OpinionVenue: Commune.1 / Cape TownCategory: Art ExhibitsDate: 15 March 2013 - 21 April 2013Time: 19.00 h - 22.30 hDescription: Commune.1 is proud to present a solo show of poet and artist Ayanda Mabulu’s large-scale paper works and...
REVIEW: TRAFFIC LIVE WINTER FASHION SHOW 2013
The glamour is inescapable from the moment of arrival. Vodka cocktails and seafood canapés circulate, and upon taking in the flashing cameras, fashionistas, high spirits and even higher heels, it’s hard to resist strutting your runway strut around the venue.
Hout Bay PETS (Pro-active Education, Treatment & Sterilisation) Pub Quiz
Join us for a fun evening in aid of a worthy cause!
R50 per person - teams maximum of 8
Raffle prizes!!!
Bookings - Helen 0724245654
Hout Bay PETS is a registered charity run by local HB resident Hilary Barclay.
For about 10 years they have been treati
Myog Frozen Yogurt Bar in Cape Town
The scoop on the Kloof Street boutique that’s dishing upwholesome, delicious frozen delights
Where to recycle in Cape Town?
Your guide to recycling companies and depots in the Mother City, from curb side collection services to civic drop-off sites
Snoop Dogg Concerts in South Africa
Legendary American hip-hop artist set to drop it like it’s hot on Mzansi soil this May 2013
Fork makes a point with tapas on Long Street
For fine cuisine in a relaxed, down-to-earth atmosphere, Fork delivers: one bite at a time
Dish Restaurant at Inn on the Square Hotel
Serving up delicious, affordable fare on the edge of Greenmarket Square
Top places to eat lunch on Long Street in Cape Town
Eating for a long time Cape Town"s favourite street
Richard"s Supper Stage presents "Kaapse Stories"
A musical history experience about Cape Town and her people.
The Foodbarn Restaurant and Deli
"You’re welcome to come to my restaurants without shoes," says The Foodbarn’s Franck Dangereux
Green Your Holiday in Cape Town
Turning over a greener leaf: your guide to an eco-friendly stay in the Mother City
Tuesday, April 23, 2013
Jungala Festival 2013 - Brought to you by PsynOpticz
2012live
http://www.reverbnation.com/2012live
All info will be released soon :)
PsynOpticz Productions has just released the full Jungala Festival 2012 video! Hit play and be taken back into the Jungala Experience :)
http://youtu.be/EeYPqZWgG50
Thanks
Renegade Bingo | Redneck Riviera
Whoooo-Eeeee !! we’re back Mary-Lou…. Expecting butt-cracks and hub caps, NASCAR Benny, Trailer Jenny, crazy white-trash boy, tractor-pulls, mud-mullets and plaid, crackers and in-breeds, girl-fights, banjos and catfish.
Dress code : Hillbilly Heaven Dar
CBC St John"s Parklands Matric Dance Afterparty
INVITE EVERYONE YOU"VE EVER KNOWN, NEVER KNOWN AND WANT TO KNOW!
Soundcape Productions Presents CBC"s Matric Dance Afterparty to top all after parties!
For those of you who went to CBC - see this as a reunion
For those of you who made fun of CBC - se
Sleek Thursday | DJ"s Codax & Azuhl Back 2 Back | @theBangBar
@theBangBar
The Hottest Club In The Southern Suburbs To Date Presents The Most Consistent Thursday Night Party
#SleekThursdays
Setting your night into an unforgettable experience we added the likes of the following
Entertainment:
Codax & Azuhl | BAC
FREE DRINKS ft GRIMEHOUSE
Every Thursday All DRINKS FREE at Bar 2 and R.O.A.R 9pm and 2am
2 Dance floors
R.O.A.R dance floor
Dub, D&B and Electro Djs
Battleaxe 930pm
Stereosiris 1030pm
GRIMEHOUSE 1130pm
More DJs TBC
Gandalf’s dance floor
DJ Rory and DJ Simone will be playing all
The Bluestown Sessions live at Mercury ct
As always the Bluestown sessions brings you the best talent Cape town has to offer. Bluestown sessions is a night where selected guest artists Collaborate with the chosen house band and together they create music on the spot with no rehearsal, just pure m
The Swing Cafe event @ Julep CPT
The Swing Cafe returns to Julep Tapas & Cocktail Bar Thursday 25 April with Swing, Funky and Tech House.
Featuring DJs JP SiLVER, Groovy Q and Al Slate
Doors open 7PM, cover is R30 or R20 with card flyer and ladies get in free before 10PM.
Its a small,
Full Moon Max Meditation
Full Moon is a very magickal time. It marks the end of a cycle. It is an opportunity to reset and recharge for the new phase ahead. Come join Julia Tiffin and Marda Hull for a special full moon Max Meditation. Energy Exchange R50 to book your seat ema
Lunar eclipse on lions head
Come and join us as we hike up lions head and not just watch the sunset but also not just watch the full moon but also watch the lunar eclipse.
Bring your walking shoes and join us for a nice picnic on the top.
Anyone is welcome.
The April Market At Truth
Truth.Coffecult 36 Buitenkant Street (next door to Mavericks)
This month"s Vintage Experience Market at Truth will take place on THURSDAY 25th April (Pay-day!). It"s time to reward yourself- come and spend those hard-earned pay cheques on thrifty goodnes
OPEN MIC & ART - B.Y.O. SKILLZ
Berlina & ArtAds & Location Express
presenting the next level of MC"s - DJ"s - Writers & all artists that still got the love for the game.
Thursday, April 11th
Starts: 18 hr
FREE until 8 pm
afterwards R 20 get you in.
Show some love and come through t
Shock Treatment Psy Sessions
South Africa"s number 1 psy trance radio show is proud to present a weekly event featuring all your favourite acts that have played on our show!
LINE UP:
Wulfsohn (Equinox)
Infectious (Mutha FM)
Eqlipse (Village)
Shift (Nexus Media)
LIVE BROADCAST OF
FAR FROM THE SEA, PERHAPS... Mbongeni Dlamini & Morné Visagie
You are invited to "Far From The Sea, Perhaps..." a collaborative debut exhibition by Mbongeni Dlamini and Morné Visagie.
Please join us on the opening night for a glass of wine.
Hope to see you there.
http://www.whatiftheworld.com/exhibitions/2013/04/
Launch of Sanctuary by Christa Kuljian (in conversation with Alan Storey)
A magisterial and masterful addition to the tradition of South African narrative non-fiction, Christa Kuljian’s Sanctuary offers a welcome woman’s voice in a genre distinguished by Jonny Steinberg, Antony Altbeker and Anton Harber.
After years of sporadi
OTT ~ Open Tap Thursdayz
OTT ~ "Open Tap Thursdayz"
What a fun night we all had at OTT! Thanks to our special guest DJ Rowely from Durbs and all the cool peeps who joined us!
Keep you all posted for info on next weeks entertainment and Free beer of the week. A big thanks to our
Habibia Soofie Masjid (Cpt) presents "Ihsaan - The Science of Spirituality"
The Islamic month, Jamadul Aaakhir, marks the 100th year Wisaal of Moulana Abdul Lateef (RA). The Habibia Soofie Masjid will be commemorating his legacy with a series of events and the unveiling of his renovated Maqaam that is housed within the mosque pre
One Life in the Sun - Cape Town Launch
we launch the new album in this beautiful space in Long Street , with a magical crew : Justin Badenhorst (drums-JHB) Buddy Wells (sax-CT) Romy Brauteseth (upright bass-CT) Marcus Wyatt (tpt-JHB) ... there will also be images and projections to get the ne
Metallica Live Cape Town
Lars Ulrich, James Hetfield, Kirk Hammett and Robert Trujillo collectively known as Metallica, are one of the most influential and commercially successful rock bands in history, having sold 110 million albums worldwide and playing to millions of fans the
Bishops Cultural Evening 2013
You are cordially invited to Bishops’ annual African Relations Culture Evening which will take place on 23rd April 2013 in the Bishops Memorial Theatre. The cultural evening will entail performances from various schools and these performances will be a c
Mr and Miss Tygerberg pageant 2013
Get your ticket from any of the finalists or in the TSS during lunch!
R 30 per person... price includes pizza and wine/juice, wine glass, magazine, wakaberry freebies and a great show performed by 20 stunning finalists wearing your favorite brands includi
Group Show
Key Ceremony for Toilet Cubicalism Exhibition. Studio 41 Group Show 23rd April – 4th May 2013
Short & Sweet Summer Screenings Cape Town
Short & Sweet, Cape Town"s only weekly short film evening is back for a full season of summer screenings...
We have found the perfect venue to host our weekly screenings!... Its a house...http://www.facebook.com/itsahousect
The newly completed mixed us
THEATRE: THE LIST
22 April – 4 May
The story of an urban woman who keeps her life in order by obsessively making ‘to do’ lists. Written by Jennifer Tremblay, directed by Leila Henriques and starring Susan Danford. Venue: baxter Golden Arrow Studio, Baxter Theatre Centre, Main Rd, Rondebosch ...
ART: WARREN EDITIONS
13 April – 26 May
Warren Editions print making studio presents a group show featuring Sanell Aggenbach, Hanneke Benadé, Jean de Wet, Georgina Gratrix, Ruan Hoffman, Jordan Metcalf, Michael Taylor, Hentie van der Merwe and Elise Wessels. Venue: Casa Labia Cultural Centre and Cafe,...
THEATRE: EDEN
1 – 4 May
The Poor Artists present Eden, a Theatre Thriller – a story of people mysteriously kidnapped and forced to work in an unknown location on an apple farm, where the walls have eyes and ears, rumours provide solace and secrecy threatens survival. Venue: It’s A House, 20...
REVIEW: THE LIST
The List has a dark undertone and its complex protagonist takes some getting used to, but the play is peppered with gentler moments which uplift it and serve to develop the main character. This is an enthralling piece of theatre which will leave you asking yourself some questions and taking...
MUSIC: SNOOP DOGG AKA SNOOP LION
21 May
Rapper, singer-songwriter, producer, actor Snoop Lion, is set to perform live featuring array of his classic and most recent hits such as “Drop It Like It’s Hot”, “Gin and Juice” and “Young, Wild and Free,” as well as new material from his...
MUSIC: SNOOP DOGG AKA SNOOP LION
21 May
Rapper, singer-songwriter, producer, actor Snoop Lion, is set to perform live featuring array of his classic and most recent hits such as “Drop It Like It’s Hot”, “Gin and Juice” and “Young, Wild and Free,” as well as new material from his...
Top places to eat lunch on Long Street in Cape Town
Eating for a long time Cape Town"s favourite street
Richard"s Supper Stage presents "Kaapse Stories"
A musical history experience about Cape Town and her people.
The Foodbarn Restaurant and Deli
"You’re welcome to come to my restaurants without shoes," says The Foodbarn’s Franck Dangereux
REVIEW: THE LIST
The List has a dark undertone and its complex protagonist takes some getting used to, but the play is peppered with gentler moments which uplift it and serve to develop the main character. This is an enthralling piece of theatre which will leave you asking yourself some questions and taking...
Monday, April 22, 2013
MOTEL7 - Solo Exhibition
Title: MOTEL7 - Solo ExhibitionVenue: 34FineArt / WoodstockCategory: Art ExhibitsDate: 25 March 2013 - 19 April 2013Time: 14.00 h - 17.00 hDescription: Daydreamers, Motel7’s second solo show, affirms the ease with which she straddles the divide between urban and gallery spaces - where the...
Hilton Gelderbloem
Title: Hilton GelderbloemVenue: The Peninsula All Suite Hotel / Sea PointCategory: MusicDate: 24 January 2013 - 25 April 2013Time: 19.00 h - 22.30 hDescription: Musician Hilton Gelderbloem is a regular feature on Thursday nights at the Peninsula All-Su...
The Alphen Antiques and Collectables Fair
Title: The Alphen Antiques and Collectables FairVenue: Alphen Centre / ConstantiaCategory: Special EventsDate: 23 April 2013 - 23 April 2013Time: 10.00 h - 16.00 hDescription: The Alphen Antiques and Collectables Fairs take place at the Alphen Communit...
Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s Crepuscule
Title: Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s CrepusculeVenue: Theatre Arts Admin Collective / Cape TownCategory: TheatreDate: 15 April 2013 - 19 April 2013Time: 19.30 h - 22.00 hDescription: Literary icon Can Themba (widely known as writer for DRUM magazine) is remembered through...
Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great Texts
Title: Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great TextsVenue: Hiddingh Hall, UCT"s Hiddingh Campus / Cape TownCategory: Special EventsDate: 19 April 2013 - 19 April 2013Time: 17.00 h - 19.00 hDescription: Political Scientist Steven Friedman talks about Freedom for the Few: Ending the Middle Class...
TheatreSports
Title: TheatreSportsVenue: Kalk Bay Theatre / Cape TownCategory: ComedyDate: 23 April 2013Time: 20.45 hDescription: South Africa’s longest running, award-winning and hilarious theatre improvisation show, TheatreSports, is presented every Tuesday night. TheatreSports is the high-octane,...
Sunday, April 21, 2013
Frozen Ghost / Bruce Willis / Prefix (JHB) / Kennedy / Portal / Bruce @ The SS
Another rip roaring raucous romp on the cards at the Side Show as bring you another crazy friday night out with all the bells n whistles you’ve come to know and love.
From trippy visuals, to thundering bass, crazy beautiful party people, smoking hot DJs
COLLEGE TAKE OVER - CTO | BBM : 26E05896
Gentle Events presents The official university and college party.
CTO
College Take Over
Line Up:
Miss CJ – RonXrated – Whoo – Mic Turner
Tha Prince DJ – Jonno – DJ SK – DJ NibbleZ
BEST SOUNDS of MUSIC coming YOUR way ^^,)
Entry:
Gen : R60
VIP : R10
Full Moon
Digital Revolution presents Full Moon, a night of cutting edge House and Techno!
Our vision is to provide a platform where clubbers can enjoy a night dancing to the latest trends in electronic music.
DATE : Friday 26th April 2013
VENUE : Manila Bar (pre
LMG PRESENTS: Shortstraw (Album Launch), Captain Stu & I Was An Exorcist
LMG PRESENTS: Shortstraw, Captain Stu & I Was An Exorcist
FRIDAY 26th APRIL
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MK Award winners ShortStraw will be launching their new album “Good Morning, Sunshine”. Joining them for the party are...
Vinyl DiGZ presents <<STROBE>>
///WAREHOUSE PARTY\\\
Friday, 26th April
9pm till late…..
Entrance – R30
The Republic Lounge
For this Vinyl Digz we will be tracing our House and Techno roots back to the days of Chicago, NYC and Detroit….
DJs
realROZZANO (Chicago House set)
Alastai
FRAT: WILD AND OUT
On the 26th Of April 2013 we present:
FRAT: WILD AND OUT
Beer Pong, Flip Cup, Keg Stands, Funnels and the infamous ‘RED CUPS” make a return as we take FRAT to the suburbs with WILD AND OUT
We are moving from Zula Sound Bar to Springboks Pub in Newlan
Mofunk @ Jade Lounge - Friday the 26th April 2013
Inbox me for guest list to Mofunk on the 26th April 2013.
Capacity is 350, so make a plan!
Mofunk @ Jade Lounge
Date: Friday26th April Event: Mofunk
Genre: Soul, Disco Funk
Dj’s: Mr Mo, D Form, Omar Hendrix & Fletcher
Venue: Jade Lounge
Address: 39 Main
Barry Hilton B.E.E-Best Of Everything Ever- The Baxter Theatre 26,27 April 2013
Baxter Theatre
26,27 April 2013
South African Comedy legend, Barry Hilton, famously known as The Cousin, will present his latest show Barry Hilton B.E.E. -Best of Everything Ever at the Baxter Theatre in Cape Town on 26 and 27 April 2013.
The show came a
Kingdom Fellowship for All (KFFA) Conference 2013
FIG-CAPE TOWN invites you to our inaugural KFFA conference 26-28 April, coupled with official openning. Our guest speakers are baba Archbishop A & amai Apostle M Gurupira. Don’t miss this Historic event.
SPACE IBIZA ON TOUR - CAPE TOWN AT SHIMMY BEACH CLUB
VOTED WORLD’S BEST CLUB AND BEST GLOBAL CLUB, SPACE IBIZA FINALLY ROCKETS TO SOUTH AFRICA!
TO TOUR FOR TWO NIGHTS ONLY SPINNING THE ICONIC SPACE IBIZA CLUB BRAND, THE LAUNCH-PAD IS FIRED UP TO TREAT SA FANS TO ITS GALACTIC DANCE MUSIC SPECTACLE. WORLD-AC
Fight Night - 26 April - Fight Night
William “The Butcher” Hoek and Chris Landman will be representing 360 Specialized Training in a FIGHT NIGHT on the 26th of April to be held at The Armoury! More information about ticket prices and fight times will be posted soon! Watch this space!
Almost Famous live at Quay 4
We’ll be standing everyone to a really entertaining time. Bring your friends and get ready to party…! Come early, the place fills up really fast.
CAFB April Buzz
An interactive fashion show introducing SA’s next generation of A-Listers – join entertainment icon, Soli Philander, and other local celebs in celebrating creativity! Proceeds go towards educating toddlers in Cape Town.
R60 pre-sold or R80 at the door
Armoury Friday Night Fights
Armoury Fight Fans…it’s time!!
Join us for our first official White Collar Fight Night of the year on the 26th of April 2013.
Our Fight Nights are legendary in Cape Town so make sure your there to get in on the action.
Expect gorgeous Ring Girls, dec
DSK Fashion Show
The DSK is hosting its annual fashion show, promising a night of extravagant fun, flair and flavour!
Apart from our flawless models, the poised performers from the Zip Zap Circus and hauntingly beautiful student voices, the evening will be showcasing exc
Class of 95 18year Reunion, with 94s and 96s
Chisipite Senior School Class of ’95 Reunion…ladies it has been 16 years since we left the warming red-brick surrounds of Hindhead Avenue. To give enough time for one and all to plan and make all the necessary arrangements we are going to have a reunio
15th GAC 1gb Digital Lan-Party CapeTown.
GAC Will be accepting all dog food donations to be put to good use at Animal rescue shelters. If you have any Food lying around and wish to help the unfortunate, start by bringing what you can donate to our events.
*Gigabit lan, DC server, socialising a
Jungala Festival 2013 - Brought to you by PsynOpticz
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All info will be released soon
PsynOpticz Productions has just released the full Jungala Festival 2012 video! Hit play and be taken back into the Jungala Experience
http://youtu.be/EeYPqZWgG50
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Renegade Bingo | Redneck Riviera
Whoooo-Eeeee !! we’re back Mary-Lou…. Expecting butt-cracks and hub caps, NASCAR Benny, Trailer Jenny, crazy white-trash boy, tractor-pulls, mud-mullets and plaid, crackers and in-breeds, girl-fights, banjos and catfish.
Dress code : Hillbilly Heaven Dar
CBC St John"s Parklands Matric Dance Afterparty
INVITE EVERYONE YOU’VE EVER KNOWN, NEVER KNOWN AND WANT TO KNOW!
Soundcape Productions Presents CBC’s Matric Dance Afterparty to top all after parties!
For those of you who went to CBC – see this as a reunion
For those of you who made fun of CBC – se
Sleek Thursday | DJ"s Codax & Azuhl Back 2 Back | @theBangBar
@theBangBar
The Hottest Club In The Southern Suburbs To Date Presents The Most Consistent Thursday Night Party
#SleekThursdays
Setting your night into an unforgettable experience we added the likes of the following
Entertainment:
Codax & Azuhl | BAC
FREE DRINKS ft GRIMEHOUSE
Every Thursday All DRINKS FREE at Bar 2 and R.O.A.R 9pm and 2am
2 Dance floors
R.O.A.R dance floor
Dub, D&B and Electro Djs
Battleaxe 930pm
Stereosiris 1030pm
GRIMEHOUSE 1130pm
More DJs TBC
Gandalf’s dance floor
DJ Rory and DJ Simone will be playing all
The Bluestown Sessions live at Mercury ct
As always the Bluestown sessions brings you the best talent Cape town has to offer. Bluestown sessions is a night where selected guest artists Collaborate with the chosen house band and together they create music on the spot with no rehearsal, just pure m
The Swing Cafe event @ Julep CPT
The Swing Cafe returns to Julep Tapas & Cocktail Bar Thursday 25 April with Swing, Funky and Tech House.
Featuring DJs JP SiLVER, Groovy Q and Al Slate
Doors open 7PM, cover is R30 or R20 with card flyer and ladies get in free before 10PM.
Its a small,
Full Moon Max Meditation
Full Moon is a very magickal time. It marks the end of a cycle. It is an opportunity to reset and recharge for the new phase ahead. Come join Julia Tiffin and Marda Hull for a special full moon Max Meditation. Energy Exchange R50 to book your seat ema
FAR FROM THE SEA, PERHAPS... Mbongeni Dlamini & Morné Visagie
You are invited to “Far From The Sea, Perhaps…” a collaborative debut exhibition by Mbongeni Dlamini and Morné Visagie.
Please join us on the opening night for a glass of wine.
Hope to see you there.
http://www.whatiftheworld.com/exhibitions/2013/04/
Lunar eclipse on lions head
Come and join us as we hike up lions head and not just watch the sunset but also not just watch the full moon but also watch the lunar eclipse.
Bring your walking shoes and join us for a nice picnic on the top.
Anyone is welcome.
OPEN MIC & ART - B.Y.O. SKILLZ
Berlina & ArtAds & Location Express
presenting the next level of MC’s – DJ’s – Writers & all artists that still got the love for the game.
Thursday, April 11th
Starts: 18 hr
FREE until 8 pm
afterwards R 20 get you in.
Show some love and come through t
The April Market At Truth
Truth.Coffecult 36 Buitenkant Street (next door to Mavericks)
This month’s Vintage Experience Market at Truth will take place on THURSDAY 25th April (Pay-day!). It’s time to reward yourself- come and spend those hard-earned pay cheques on thrifty goodnes
Shock Treatment Psy Sessions
South Africa’s number 1 psy trance radio show is proud to present a weekly event featuring all your favourite acts that have played on our show!
LINE UP:
Wulfsohn (Equinox)
Infectious (Mutha FM)
Eqlipse (Village)
Shift (Nexus Media)
LIVE BROADCAST OF
Launch of Sanctuary by Christa Kuljian (in conversation with Alan Storey)
A magisterial and masterful addition to the tradition of South African narrative non-fiction, Christa Kuljian’s Sanctuary offers a welcome woman’s voice in a genre distinguished by Jonny Steinberg, Antony Altbeker and Anton Harber.
After years of sporadi
OTT ~ Open Tap Thursdayz
OTT ~ ‘Open Tap Thursdayz’
What a fun night we all had at OTT! Thanks to our special guest DJ Rowely from Durbs and all the cool peeps who joined us!
Keep you all posted for info on next weeks entertainment and Free beer of the week. A big thanks to our
Habibia Soofie Masjid (Cpt) presents "Ihsaan - The Science of Spirituality"
The Islamic month, Jamadul Aaakhir, marks the 100th year Wisaal of Moulana Abdul Lateef (RA). The Habibia Soofie Masjid will be commemorating his legacy with a series of events and the unveiling of his renovated Maqaam that is housed within the mosque pre
One Life in the Sun - Cape Town Launch
we launch the new album in this beautiful space in Long Street , with a magical crew : Justin Badenhorst (drums-JHB) Buddy Wells (sax-CT) Romy Brauteseth (upright bass-CT) Marcus Wyatt (tpt-JHB) … there will also be images and projections to get the ne
Metallica Live Cape Town
Lars Ulrich, James Hetfield, Kirk Hammett and Robert Trujillo collectively known as Metallica, are one of the most influential and commercially successful rock bands in history, having sold 110 million albums worldwide and playing to millions of fans the
Bishops Cultural Evening 2013
You are cordially invited to Bishops’ annual African Relations Culture Evening which will take place on 23rd April 2013 in the Bishops Memorial Theatre. The cultural evening will entail performances from various schools and these performances will be a c
Mr and Miss Tygerberg pageant 2013
Get your ticket from any of the finalists or in the TSS during lunch!
R 30 per person… price includes pizza and wine/juice, wine glass, magazine, wakaberry freebies and a great show performed by 20 stunning finalists wearing your favorite brands includi
Group Show
Key Ceremony for Toilet Cubicalism Exhibition. Studio 41 Group Show 23rd April – 4th May 2013
Short & Sweet Summer Screenings Cape Town
Short & Sweet, Cape Town’s only weekly short film evening is back for a full season of summer screenings…
We have found the perfect venue to host our weekly screenings!… Its a house…http://www.facebook.com/itsahousect
The newly completed mixed us
#2For1Unplugged with Digby and The Lullabye @HQCAPETOWN
Raise the steaks on Monday night at Headquarters (HQ) in Cape Town. Bring a date or a friend and take advantage of the two-for-one steak special and pay homage to the great beef cut of sirloin at the Shortmarket Street haunt.
HQ offers a single, straigh
SRC Academic Activism Week 2013
Over the past few years, the Academic Activism campaign has aimed to raise awareness amongst the student body about various issues on campus which affect their academic well-being.
Campaigns in previous years have focused on highlighting the availabilit
Studio 41 Live on Assembly Radio
2014 is just around the corner and cape town with Studio 41 is already getting hyped up to be ready as the Word Design capital for 2014.
Tune into Assembly Radio 22 April 12pm – 1pm
as we talk about 2014, Studio 41′s happenings and events.
Plus stand a
Comedy on Long
Title: Comedy on LongVenue: Zula Sound Bar / Cape TownCategory: ComedyDate: 22 April 2013Time: 20.45 hDescription: Comedy on Long is collaboration between Zula Bar and Mumz The Word, one of Cape Town’s best niche comedy blogs featuring articles on comedy, jokes, funny videos and all round...
MOTEL7 - Solo Exhibition
Title: MOTEL7 - Solo ExhibitionVenue: 34FineArt / WoodstockCategory: Art ExhibitsDate: 24 March 2013 - 18 April 2013Time: 14.00 h - 17.00 hDescription: Daydreamers, Motel7’s second solo show, affirms the ease with which she straddles the divide between urban and gallery spaces - where the...
Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s Crepuscule
Title: Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s CrepusculeVenue: Theatre Arts Admin Collective / Cape TownCategory: TheatreDate: 14 April 2013 - 18 April 2013Time: 19.30 h - 22.00 hDescription: Literary icon Can Themba (widely known as writer for DRUM magazine) is remembered through...
Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great Texts
Title: Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great TextsVenue: Hiddingh Hall, UCT"s Hiddingh Campus / Cape TownCategory: Special EventsDate: 18 April 2013 - 18 April 2013Time: 17.00 h - 19.00 hDescription: Political Scientist Steven Friedman talks about Freedom for the Few: Ending the Middle Class...
Saturday, April 20, 2013
Tapas and Flamenco at Bistro Sixteen82
Title: Tapas and Flamenco at Bistro Sixteen82Venue: BISTRO SIXTEEN82, STEENBERG VINEYARDS / CAPE TOWNCategory: MusicDate: 18 April 2013Time: 18.00 h - 20.00 hDescription: The weekend starts early on a Thursday at Steenberg’s cellar door restaurant, Bistro Sixteen82, with a tapas and...
MOTEL7 - Solo Exhibition
Title: MOTEL7 - Solo ExhibitionVenue: 34FineArt / WoodstockCategory: Art ExhibitsDate: 23 March 2013 - 17 April 2013Time: 14.00 h - 17.00 hDescription: Daydreamers, Motel7’s second solo show, affirms the ease with which she straddles the divide between urban and gallery spaces - where the...
Find your voice as a writer
Title: Find your voice as a writerVenue: The Writing Studio / Green PointCategory: Special EventsDate: 02 April 2013 - 23 April 2013Time: 14.00 h - 18.00 hDescription: The Write Voice creative writing workshop offers writers a unique opportunity to fin...
Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s Crepuscule
Title: Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s CrepusculeVenue: Theatre Arts Admin Collective / Cape TownCategory: TheatreDate: 13 April 2013 - 17 April 2013Time: 19.30 h - 22.00 hDescription: Literary icon Can Themba (widely known as writer for DRUM magazine) is remembered through...
Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great Texts
Title: Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great TextsVenue: Hiddingh Hall, UCT"s Hiddingh Campus / Cape TownCategory: Special EventsDate: 17 April 2013 - 17 April 2013Time: 17.00 h - 19.00 hDescription: Political Scientist Steven Friedman talks about Freedom for the Few: Ending the Middle Class...
In conversation: Interdisciplinary with Herman & Ginsburg
Title: In conversation: Interdisciplinary with Herman & GinsburgVenue: University of Cape Town / Cape TownCategory: Special EventsDate: 18 April 2013 – 18 April 2013Time: 12.30 h – 14.00 hDescription:
2011 Donald Gordon Creative Arts Fellow, Lance Herman, will be in conversation...
REVIEW: MICHAEL McINTYRE
He came with a selection of new jokes and also recycled a few old ones which were still a winner with the audience. Everyday things we barely consider McIntyre has the ability to pin down and magnify to magnificent proportions of silliness – a recipe for success.
REVIEW: PRETTY YENDE IN LUCIA DI LAMMERMOOR
From the first shaping of the orchestra’s sound in Maestro Bonynge’s hands to the unrestrained “bravos” at the end as we rose to our feet, the tight cast of talents carried us through a concert that will not easily be forgotten. It was a landmark moment for the Cape...
MOTEL7 - Solo Exhibition
Title: MOTEL7 - Solo ExhibitionVenue: 34FineArt / WoodstockCategory: Art ExhibitsDate: 22 March 2013 - 16 April 2013Time: 14.00 h - 17.00 hDescription: Daydreamers, Motel7’s second solo show, affirms the ease with which she straddles the divide between urban and gallery spaces - where the...
Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s Crepuscule
Title: Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s CrepusculeVenue: Theatre Arts Admin Collective / Cape TownCategory: TheatreDate: 12 April 2013 - 16 April 2013Time: 19.30 h - 22.00 hDescription: Literary icon Can Themba (widely known as writer for DRUM magazine) is remembered through...
Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great Texts
Title: Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great TextsVenue: Hiddingh Hall, UCT"s Hiddingh Campus / Cape TownCategory: Special EventsDate: 16 April 2013 - 16 April 2013Time: 17.00 h - 19.00 hDescription: Political Scientist Steven Friedman talks about Freedom for the Few: Ending the Middle Class...
Penelope Stutterheime - A Sense of Place
Title: Penelope Stutterheime – A Sense of PlaceVenue: Everard Read, Cape Town / WaterfrontCategory: Art ExhibitsDate: 17 April 2013 – 30 April 2013Time: 18.30 hDescription:
Everard Read, Cape Town, is delighted to present Penelope Stutterheime’s latest solo exhibition, ‘A...
Friday, April 19, 2013
Brothers in Blood and Rainbow Scars Double Bill
http://goo.gl/EdojJ
Mike van Graan’s award-winning, Brothers in Blood, returns to the Artscape Arena on Tuesday, 23 April as part of a double bill.
REVIEW: GET KRAKEN!
http://goo.gl/ZzvpYThe comedic appeal and brilliance of the artists is apparent from the moment they set foot on stage, but it is their imagination that particularly shines in this production. The cast merges vivid miming and idiosyncratic sound effects to create a theatrical tale for the hunt of...
ART: KEY CEREMONY FOR TOILET CUBICALISM
http://goo.gl/hhH7n23 April - 4 May
A group exhibition of 17 participating artists using various mediums titled the Key Ceremony for Toilet Cubicalism. Venue: Studio 41, 41 Glynn St, Cape Town Time: 6pm Cost: free
LIFESTYLE: MOONLIGHT MASS
http://goo.gl/lTFe125 April
a night bicycle ride, created by Daniel Graham and Elad Kirshenbaum, through the city taking place on a full moon with over 2000 participating cyclists. Venue: Under the Green Point turning circle, Cape Town Time: 9pm - 11pm Cost: free
African Heart Backpackers in Cape Town
http://goo.gl/pPiJYThe hostel at the beating centre of one of the Mother City’s most soulful districts
Snoop Dogg Concerts in South Africa
http://goo.gl/KOjHqLegendary American hip-hop artist set to drop it like it’s hot on Mzansi soil this May 2013
THEATRE: SONG AND DANCE
http://goo.gl/x9ARU1 – 9 May
Two clumsy burglars deal with the ramifications of breaking into a flat they believe belongs to a wealthy man. Directed by Ntombi Makhutshi, starring Deon Nebulane, Anele Situlweni and Zondwa Njokweni. Venue: Kalk Bay Theatre, 52 Main Rd, Kalk By Time: 8pm Cost: R 65...
COMEDY: DOWN IN THE BASEMENT
http://goo.gl/MIJh610 May
An evening of stand-up comedy featuring Christopher Steenkamp, Stuart Cairns, Bianca Clarke, Shaun Fickling, Nelson de Gouveia and your host for the evening Lungelo Ndlovu. Venue: The Book Lounge, 71 Roeland St, Cape Town Time: 6pm Cost: R 30
Where to recycle in Cape Town?
http://goo.gl/00f8oYour guide to recycling companies and depots in the Mother City, from curb side collection services to civic drop-off sites
Thursday, April 18, 2013
MOTEL7 - Solo Exhibition
http://goo.gl/vFwbMTitle: MOTEL7 - Solo ExhibitionVenue: 34FineArt / WoodstockCategory: Art ExhibitsDate: 21 March 2013 - 15 April 2013Time: 14.00 h - 17.00 hDescription: Daydreamers, Motel7’s second solo show, affirms the ease with which she straddles the divide between urban and gallery spaces - where the...
Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s Crepuscule
http://goo.gl/KVhuLTitle: Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s CrepusculeVenue: Theatre Arts Admin Collective / Cape TownCategory: TheatreDate: 11 April 2013 - 15 April 2013Time: 19.30 h - 22.00 hDescription: Literary icon Can Themba (widely known as writer for DRUM magazine) is remembered through...
Student Night
http://goo.gl/4BKxaTitle: Student NightVenue: The Mahogany Room / Cape TownCategory: MusicDate: 17 April 2013Time: 19.45 h - 22.00 hDescription: Wednesday nights are student nights. The first set features performances by jazz music students and t...
Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great Texts
http://goo.gl/zVjqvTitle: Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great TextsVenue: Hiddingh Hall, UCT"s Hiddingh Campus / Cape TownCategory: Special EventsDate: 15 April 2013 - 15 April 2013Time: 17.00 h - 19.00 hDescription: Political Scientist Steven Friedman talks about Freedom for the Few: Ending the Middle Class...
GIPCA hosts staged conversation between writers, Mike van Gr
http://goo.gl/JgZtoTitle: GIPCA hosts staged conversation between writers, Mike van GrVenue: Hiddingh Hall, UCT"s Hiddingh Campus / Cape TownCategory: TheatreDate: 16 April 2013 - 16 April 2013Time: 17.00 h - 19.30 hDescription: Award-winning and provocative playwright Mike van Graan engages in conversation with...
The Long Shots Truth In Comedy In Truth : Improvised comedy
http://goo.gl/slkIHTitle: The Long Shots Truth In Comedy In Truth : Improvised comedyVenue: Truth Coffee HQ / Cape TownCategory: ComedyDate: 16 April 2013 - 16 April 2013Time: 19.45 h - 22.00 hDescription: The Long Shots are an improvised comedy troupe and comprises of a number of crazy individuals who are lucky...
Jennifer Rush Live at the CTICC
http://goo.gl/wD9c4
Jennifer Rush, one of music’s most enduring names, is set to perform in South Africa for the first time.
Jennifer Rush Live at the CTICC
http://goo.gl/gYzCx
Jennifer Rush, one of music’s most enduring names, is set to perform in South Africa for the first time.
COMEDY: JOKERS COMEDY CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS
http://goo.gl/dczCu26 April
This is the comedy competition of the year with its coveted first prize of a 5min open mic spot at Jou Ma Se Comedy Club. Festivities are hosted by Jokers Champ 2012 winner Nelson De Gouveia and headlined by Irshaad Mohammed. Venue: The Lounge, Lower Main Rd, Observatory Time:...
GENERAL INTEREST: THE PHILOSOPHY CAFE
http://goo.gl/i3hy930 April
Helen Douglas, MA and counselling philosopher leads an open conversation about meaningful things, with previous topics including fundamentalism, meaningful work, betrayal, fishing quotas, wisdom and humility. Booking essential. Venue: Kalk Bay tbc Time: 7pm - 8.30pm Cost: free
THEATRE: F.A.K. SONGS AND OTHER STRUGGLE ANTHEMS
http://goo.gl/LFPeS9 June
Pieter-Dirk Uys as Bambi Kellermann performs a once-off performance of “F. A. K. Songs and other struggle anthems” and shares her story of survival in song and sketch. Venue: Kalk Bay Theatre, 52 Main Rd, Kalk Bay Time: 8pm Cost: R 125
Wednesday, April 17, 2013
Comedy on Long
http://goo.gl/SO5G0Title: Comedy on LongVenue: Zula Sound Bar / Cape TownCategory: ComedyDate: 15 April 2013Time: 20.45 hDescription: Comedy on Long is collaboration between Zula Bar and Mumz The Word, one of Cape Town’s best niche comedy blogs featuring articles on comedy, jokes, funny videos and all round...
The ABC of Writing a Screenplay
http://goo.gl/UUufJTitle: The ABC of Writing a ScreenplayVenue: PANSA Studio / Cape TownCategory: Special EventsDate: 16 March 2013 - 20 April 2013Time: 10.00 h - 13.00 hDescription: If you’re an aspiring storyteller with a vivid imagination whose ideas are larger than life and want to write for film of...
MOTEL7 - Solo Exhibition
http://goo.gl/rNLyuTitle: MOTEL7 - Solo ExhibitionVenue: 34FineArt / WoodstockCategory: Art ExhibitsDate: 20 March 2013 - 14 April 2013Time: 14.00 h - 17.00 hDescription: Daydreamers, Motel7’s second solo show, affirms the ease with which she straddles the divide between urban and gallery spaces - where the...
Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s Crepuscule
http://goo.gl/DRBntTitle: Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s CrepusculeVenue: Theatre Arts Admin Collective / Cape TownCategory: TheatreDate: 10 April 2013 - 14 April 2013Time: 19.30 h - 22.00 hDescription: Literary icon Can Themba (widely known as writer for DRUM magazine) is remembered through...
Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great Texts
http://goo.gl/rpCivTitle: Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great TextsVenue: Hiddingh Hall, UCT"s Hiddingh Campus / Cape TownCategory: Special EventsDate: 14 April 2013 - 14 April 2013Time: 17.00 h - 19.00 hDescription: Political Scientist Steven Friedman talks about Freedom for the Few: Ending the Middle Class...
TheatreSports
http://goo.gl/vAZ08Title: TheatreSportsVenue: Kalk Bay Theatre / Cape TownCategory: ComedyDate: 16 April 2013Time: 20.45 hDescription: South Africa’s longest running, award-winning and hilarious theatre improvisation show, TheatreSports, is presented every Tuesday night. TheatreSports is the high-octane,...
The ABC of writing a screenplay
http://goo.gl/FmRvATitle: The ABC of writing a screenplayVenue: The Writing Studio / Green PointCategory: Special EventsDate: 16 March 2013 - 20 April 2013Time: 14.00 h - 17.00 hDescription: Turn fantastic ideas into big screen spectacle with The Writing Studio’s The ABC of Writing a Screenplay workshop that...
THEATRE: SOLOMON AND MARION
http://goo.gl/oSwn810 – 20 July
Dame Janet Suzman and Khayalethu Anthony reprise their roles in Lara Foot’s award-winning play where an ageing and heartbroken white woman and a young black man are thrown together by extraordinary circumstances. Venue: Baxter Golden Arrow Studio, Baxter Theatre Centre,...
GENERAL INTEREST: THE SCIENCE BEHIND BIODIVERSITY
http://goo.gl/Cy6C222 May
International Biodiversity Day is celebrated through a showcase of the Science behind biodiversity conservation. Interactive displays, films and talks will illustrate 100 years of scientific work, this is an event that can change perspective. Venue: Old Mutual Conference Centre,...
ART: THE SOUTH AFRICAN SOCIETY OF ARTISTS EXHIBITION
http://goo.gl/vheQs13 May
SASA hosts its 2013 Members’ 1 Exhibition opened by Annette Loubser, Senior Educator, Art Collections, Iziko Museums of South Africa, allowing each member of the society to showcase his or her work. Venue: Sanlam Hall, Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Rhodes Dr, Newlands Time:...
GENERAL INTEREST: ROOM TO GROW TALK
http://goo.gl/PCfno19 June
David Davidson, exhibitor and designer, talks about the Kirstenbosch-South Africa Chelsea Flower Show Exhibit 2013. Venue: Lecture Hall, Gate 2, Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Rhodes Dr, Newlands Time: 10.30am - 11.30am Cost: free but entrance fee to gardens applies
GENERAL INTEREST: KIRSTENBOSCH HISTORICAL CENTENARY WALKS
http://goo.gl/OTPwx4 May, 1 June, 6 July, 3 August, 7 September
The Botanical Society’s Kirstenbosch Branch volunteer Garden Guides know all the secrets of the garden and have planned some very special monthly walks that take the visitor through the history of this wonderful destination. Booking essential....
LIFESTYLE: KIRSTENBOSCH THEMED WALK
http://goo.gl/AgWP624 August
One of the Kirstenbosch themed walks takes place with its focus being "Peculiar Proteas" - examine some of the plants from the Proteaceae family and find out why they are all related. Booking esential. Weather proof clothes reccommended. Venue: Visitor Centre, Gate 1, Kirstenbosch...
Tuesday, April 16, 2013
Nuy Valley Festival 2013
http://goo.gl/py28p
The Nuy Valley, midway between Worcester and Robertson is celebrating its annual Nuy Valley Harvest Feast from 11-12 May 2013.
MOTEL7 - Solo Exhibition
http://goo.gl/urQRnTitle: MOTEL7 - Solo ExhibitionVenue: 34FineArt / WoodstockCategory: Art ExhibitsDate: 19 March 2013 - 13 April 2013Time: 14.00 h - 17.00 hDescription: Daydreamers, Motel7’s second solo show, affirms the ease with which she straddles the divide between urban and gallery spaces - where the...
Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s Crepuscule
http://goo.gl/EOQyWTitle: Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s CrepusculeVenue: Theatre Arts Admin Collective / Cape TownCategory: TheatreDate: 09 April 2013 - 13 April 2013Time: 19.30 h - 22.00 hDescription: Literary icon Can Themba (widely known as writer for DRUM magazine) is remembered through...
Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great Texts
http://goo.gl/TafUKTitle: Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great TextsVenue: Hiddingh Hall, UCT"s Hiddingh Campus / Cape TownCategory: Special EventsDate: 13 April 2013 - 13 April 2013Time: 17.00 h - 19.00 hDescription: Political Scientist Steven Friedman talks about Freedom for the Few: Ending the Middle Class...
Water Element - An exhibition by Judy Woodborne and Rebecca
http://goo.gl/rOgYXTitle: Water Element - An exhibition by Judy Woodborne and RebeccaVenue: The Cape Gallery / Cape TownCategory: Art ExhibitsDate: 14 April 2013 - 04 May 2013Time: 16.30 h - 14.00 hDescription: Judy Woodborne trained as a printmaker, graduating with a MFA from UCT. She has held a number of...
LIFESTYLE: AUTUMN OPEN GARDEN
http://goo.gl/R8FGM20 April
An open garden event featuring garden innovations, fresh juices and produce, compost, seeds and a tea garden. Funds raised go to organic food gardening training in impoverished communities. Venue: Soil For Life Resource Centre, Stables Lane, off Brounger Way, Constantia Time: 9am...
LIFESTYLE: AUTUMN OPEN GARDEN
http://goo.gl/VEl3o20 April
An open garden event featuring garden innovations, fresh juices and produce, compost, seeds and a tea garden. Funds raised go to organic food gardening training in impoverished communities. Venue: Soil For Life Resource Centre, Stables Lane, off Brounger Way, Constantia Time: 9am...
Kleine Zalze Lodge Accommodation Special
http://goo.gl/uTHsGApril Madness: Taste, sleep, stay and play in the Stellenbosch Winelands for a mere R325 per night!
Topshop and Tommy Hilfiger Open at the V&A Waterfront
http://goo.gl/apYKcGlobal fashion icons join the retail ranks at Cape Town’s seaside shopping hub
Kleine Zalze Accommodation Special
http://goo.gl/3hZXKApril Madness: Taste, sleep, stay and play in the Stellenbosch Winelands for a mere R325 per night!
Creative Coffee Mornings
http://goo.gl/7kCOsCelebrating Cape Town’s creatives with short lecture sessions and a cup of coffee
10 top places to play golf in Cape Town and surrounds
http://goo.gl/P2IaIThese courses will have you jumping into your golf cart and teeing off in no time
Restaurants at wine estates in Constantia Valley
http://goo.gl/gdKd8Eating out in Cape Town’s oldest wine growing region
Black Marlin: restaurant hideaway at the edge of the ocean
http://goo.gl/UTxEWBlack Marlin makes the most of the pristine views and laid-back charm of the Southern Peninsula
Long live the Barleycorn Music Club
http://goo.gl/2rrAUBarleyCorn Music Club - Entertaining Cape Town with Live Music since 1977
LIFESTYLE: PAINT IN THE CLOUDS
http://goo.gl/54cLt27 April
A painting workshop, with the emphasis on fun and relaxation while painting the scenery, is situated on the stoep of a Californian-style Hacienda. Ticket includes a 5 hour instruction, a farm lunch and wine tasting with the opportunity to purchase wines. Venue: Lismore Wines Estate,...
LIFESTYLE: PAINT IN THE CLOUDS
http://goo.gl/1x8x427 April
A painting workshop, with the emphasis on fun and relaxation while painting the scenery, is situated on the stoep of a Californian-style Hacienda. Ticket includes a 5 hour instruction, a farm lunch and wine tasting with the opportunity to purchase wines. Venue: Lismore Wines Estate,...
Monday, April 15, 2013
MOTEL7 - Solo Exhibition
Title: MOTEL7 - Solo ExhibitionVenue: 34FineArt / WoodstockCategory: Art ExhibitsDate: 18 March 2013 - 12 April 2013Time: 14.00 h - 17.00 hDescription: Daydreamers, Motel7’s second solo show, affirms the ease with which she straddles the divide between urban and gallery spaces - where the...
Hilton Gelderbloem
Title: Hilton GelderbloemVenue: The Peninsula All Suite Hotel / Sea PointCategory: MusicDate: 17 January 2013 - 18 April 2013Time: 19.00 h - 22.30 hDescription: Musician Hilton Gelderbloem is a regular feature on Thursday nights at the Peninsula All-Su...
Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s Crepuscule
Title: Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s CrepusculeVenue: Theatre Arts Admin Collective / Cape TownCategory: TheatreDate: 08 April 2013 - 12 April 2013Time: 19.30 h - 22.00 hDescription: Literary icon Can Themba (widely known as writer for DRUM magazine) is remembered through...
Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great Texts
Title: Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great TextsVenue: Hiddingh Hall, UCT"s Hiddingh Campus / Cape TownCategory: Special EventsDate: 12 April 2013 - 12 April 2013Time: 17.00 h - 19.00 hDescription: Political Scientist Steven Friedman talks about Freedom for the Few: Ending the Middle Class...
Water Element - An exhibition by Judy Woodborne and Rebecca
Title: Water Element - An exhibition by Judy Woodborne and RebeccaVenue: The Cape Gallery / Cape TownCategory: Art ExhibitsDate: 14 April 2013 - 04 May 2013Time: 16.30 h - 14.00 hDescription: Judy Woodborne trained as a printmaker, graduating with a MFA from UCT. She has held a number of...
REVIEW: JOHNNY CLEGG AT KIRSTENBOSCH
Here at Kirstenbosch I came to truly appreciate the many facets that make up this iconic South African music legend. Clegg is not only a passionate singer, but a great humanitarian, a dancer, an activist, a historian and a gifted storyteller. He tells stories through his music in a way that...
ART: FLOURISH
20 April – 1 June
An exhibition of work inspired by the theme “flourish” by staff at the Frank Joubert Art centre and other local artists. Venue: Frank Joubert Art Centre, Vredenof, Keurboom Road, Newlands Time: 11.30am Cost: free
LIFESTYLE: FRANK JOUBERT ARTS MARKET
20 April
Arts, crafts and food for sale with a tertiary education expo, workshops and games for children, food and a tea garden, art exhibition, a cupcake decorating competition, live music and much more. Venue: Frank Joubert Art Centre, Vredenof, Keurboom Rd, Newlands Time: 10am – 3pm...
MUSIC: BLACKSMITH
20 April
The versatile band Blacksmith, comprising of Neil Harvey (guitar/vocals), Nielen Prinsloo (banjo/guitar/vocals), Carlo Bidoli (bass/vocals), James Hall (fiddle/vocals) and Stef Malherbe (dobro/vocals) perform. Booking essential. Venue: The Cottage Club, 26 Mauritius Crescent, Capri...
REVIEW: JOHNNY CLEGG AT KIRSTENBOSCH
Here at Kirstenbosch I came to truly appreciate the many facets that make up this iconic South African music legend. Clegg is not only a passionate singer, but a great humanitarian, a dancer, an activist, a historian and a gifted storyteller. He tells stories through his music in a way that...
ART: FLOURISH
20 April – 1 June
An exhibition of work inspired by the theme “flourish” by staff at the Frank Joubert Art centre and other local artists. Venue: Frank Joubert Art Centre, Vredenof, Keurboom Road, Newlands Time: 11.30am Cost: free
LIFESTYLE: FRANK JOUBERT ARTS MARKET
20 April
Arts, crafts and food for sale with a tertiary education expo, workshops and games for children, food and a tea garden, art exhibition, a cupcake decorating competition, live music and much more. Venue: Frank Joubert Art Centre, Vredenof, Keurboom Rd, Newlands Time: 10am – 3pm...
REVIEW: TASTE OF CAPE TOWN 2013
Fifteen eateries, four hours, one stomach. If that isn’t a serious dilemma, I don’t know what is. Getting the full Taste of Cape Town experience takes some careful planning, so here are some tips to help make the most of it.
GENERAL INTEREST: BEGINNER’S PAINTING WORKSHOP
http://goo.gl/s7c3H20 April
An one day workshop to get beginners going with the basics of painting. Ticket includes materials, light lunch at Oak & Vigne, and a 6 hour instruction (measuring, sighting, tone values, brushwork, combining colours and light on objects. Venue: The Post House, Main Rd, Greyton ...
MUSIC: BLACKSMITH
http://goo.gl/d82dM20 April
The versatile band Blacksmith, comprising of Neil Harvey (guitar/vocals), Nielen Prinsloo (banjo/guitar/vocals), Carlo Bidoli (bass/vocals), James Hall (fiddle/vocals) and Stef Malherbe (dobro/vocals) perform. Booking essential. Venue: The Cottage Club, 26 Mauritius Crescent, Capri...
GENERAL INTEREST: BEGINNER’S PAINTING WORKSHOP
http://goo.gl/vPmKf20 April
An one day workshop to get beginners going with the basics of painting. Ticket includes materials, light lunch at Oak & Vigne, and a 6 hour instruction (measuring, sighting, tone values, brushwork, combining colours and light on objects. Venue: The Post House, Main Rd, Greyton ...
Sunday, April 14, 2013
MOTEL7 - Solo Exhibition
http://goo.gl/YyhS6Title: MOTEL7 - Solo ExhibitionVenue: 34FineArt / WoodstockCategory: Art ExhibitsDate: 17 March 2013 - 11 April 2013Time: 14.00 h - 17.00 hDescription: Daydreamers, Motel7’s second solo show, affirms the ease with which she straddles the divide between urban and gallery spaces - where the...
Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s Crepuscule
http://goo.gl/RlzIQTitle: Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s CrepusculeVenue: Theatre Arts Admin Collective / Cape TownCategory: TheatreDate: 07 April 2013 - 11 April 2013Time: 19.30 h - 22.00 hDescription: Literary icon Can Themba (widely known as writer for DRUM magazine) is remembered through...
Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great Texts
http://goo.gl/6Ky6mTitle: Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great TextsVenue: Hiddingh Hall, UCT"s Hiddingh Campus / Cape TownCategory: Special EventsDate: 11 April 2013 - 11 April 2013Time: 17.00 h - 19.00 hDescription: Political Scientist Steven Friedman talks about Freedom for the Few: Ending the Middle Class...
REVIEW: TASTE OF CAPE TOWN 2013
Fifteen eateries, four hours, one stomach. If that isn’t a serious dilemma, I don’t know what is. Getting the full Taste of Cape Town experience takes some careful planning, so here are some tips to help make the most of it.
Saturday, April 13, 2013
MOTEL7 - Solo Exhibition
Title: MOTEL7 - Solo ExhibitionVenue: 34FineArt / WoodstockCategory: Art ExhibitsDate: 16 March 2013 - 10 April 2013Time: 14.00 h - 17.00 hDescription: Daydreamers, Motel7’s second solo show, affirms the ease with which she straddles the divide between urban and gallery spaces - where the...
Find your voice as a writer
Title: Find your voice as a writerVenue: The Writing Studio / Green PointCategory: Special EventsDate: 26 March 2013 - 16 April 2013Time: 14.00 h - 18.00 hDescription: The Write Voice creative writing workshop offers writers a unique opportunity to fin...
Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s Crepuscule
Title: Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s CrepusculeVenue: Theatre Arts Admin Collective / Cape TownCategory: TheatreDate: 06 April 2013 - 10 April 2013Time: 19.30 h - 22.00 hDescription: Literary icon Can Themba (widely known as writer for DRUM magazine) is remembered through...
Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great Texts
Title: Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great TextsVenue: Hiddingh Hall, UCT"s Hiddingh Campus / Cape TownCategory: Special EventsDate: 10 April 2013 - 10 April 2013Time: 17.00 h - 19.00 hDescription: Political Scientist Steven Friedman talks about Freedom for the Few: Ending the Middle Class...
COMEDY: TRUTH IN COMEDY IN TRUTH
16 April
The Long Shots present ‘Truth in Comedy in Truth’ – a short-form and long-form improvised comedy and theatre experience. Bar available. Venue: Truth HQ, 36 Buitenkant St, Cape Town Time: 7.45pm – 10pm Cost: R 70 general, R 50 students
LIFESTYLE: FAMFEST
27 April
The first ever FamFest takes place. With a Kids Zone, a Teen Park , a Chill Out Area and a Main Stage area, as well as great stalls and an Open-air Cinema – this festival is one for the whole family. Venue: Claremont Cricket Club, Constantia Sports Complex, Main Rd, Constantia ...
ART: A SENSE OF PLACE
18 – 30 April
Penelope Stutterheime’s latest solo exhibition, ‘A Sense of Place’. Inspired by her recent travels, Stutterheime explores the concept of self by locating herself as artist in a physical place. Venue: Everard Read Gallery, 3 Portswood Rd, V&A Waterfront ...
LIFESTYLE: CHEFS WHO SHARE
5 September
Chefs Who Share – The ART of Giving is a unique star studded gala featuring 14 acclaimed South African chefs, seven adept sommeliers and seven celebrated artists all under one roof in aid of youth development. Venue: Cape Town City Hall, City St, Cape Town Time: tbc ...
LIFESTYLE: FINE BRANDY FUSION CELEBRATES LIQUID GOLD
9 – 10 May
Fine Brandy Fusion, a luxury showcase of South African Brandy and the glamorous lifestyle surrounding it marks its Cape Town debut with the theme “Celebrate liquid gold”. Venue: Cape Town International Convention Centre, Coen Steytler Ave, Cape Town Time: 5.30pm...
SPORT: ICE HOCKEY WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS
15 – 21 April
The Ice Station hosts this year’s IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship featuring the National Teams from South Africa, DPR Korea, Luxembourg, Ireland, Greece and the UAE. Venue: Ice Station, GrandWest, 1 Vanguard Dr, Goodwood Time: 4.15pm & 8pm daily Cost: R 30
LIFESTYLE: WIE AFRICA SYMPOSIUM
5 – 7 May
New York’s acclaimed conference launches in Cape Town featuring inspiration and ideas from the most powerful women in business, politics, media, fashion, philanthropy and entertainment including the likes of Joyce Banda and Graca Machel. Venue: The Lookout, V&A...
LIFESTYLE: TRAFFIC WINTER FASHION SHOW
22 April
Traffic Clothing, in association with Blackberry, present their Winter 2013 fashion show – an event for fashion lovers featuring UCT models, two DJs, photobooths and more. Two Blackberry giveaways on the night. No under 18s. Venue: Shimmy Beach Club, South Arm Rd, V&A...
Friday, April 12, 2013
MOTEL7 - Solo Exhibition
Title: MOTEL7 - Solo ExhibitionVenue: 34FineArt / WoodstockCategory: Art ExhibitsDate: 15 March 2013 - 09 April 2013Time: 14.00 h - 17.00 hDescription: Daydreamers, Motel7’s second solo show, affirms the ease with which she straddles the divide between urban and gallery spaces - where the...
Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s Crepuscule
Title: Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s CrepusculeVenue: Theatre Arts Admin Collective / Cape TownCategory: TheatreDate: 05 April 2013 - 09 April 2013Time: 19.30 h - 22.00 hDescription: Literary icon Can Themba (widely known as writer for DRUM magazine) is remembered through...
Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great Texts
Title: Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great TextsVenue: Hiddingh Hall, UCT"s Hiddingh Campus / Cape TownCategory: Special EventsDate: 09 April 2013 - 09 April 2013Time: 17.00 h - 19.00 hDescription: Political Scientist Steven Friedman talks about Freedom for the Few: Ending the Middle Class...
LIFESTYLE: CHEFS WHO SHARE
5 September
Chefs Who Share – The ART of Giving is a unique star studded gala featuring 14 acclaimed South African chefs, seven adept sommeliers and seven celebrated artists all under one roof in aid of youth development. Venue: Cape Town City Hall, City St, Cape Town Time: tbc ...
LIFESTYLE: FINE BRANDY FUSION CELEBRATES LIQUID GOLD
9 – 10 May
Fine Brandy Fusion, a luxury showcase of South African Brandy and the glamorous lifestyle surrounding it marks its Cape Town debut with the theme “Celebrate liquid gold”. Venue: Cape Town International Convention Centre, Coen Steytler Ave, Cape Town Time: 5.30pm...
SPORT: ICE HOCKEY WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS
15 – 21 April
The Ice Station hosts this year’s IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship featuring the National Teams from South Africa, DPR Korea, Luxembourg, Ireland, Greece and the UAE. Venue: Ice Station, GrandWest, 1 Vanguard Dr, Goodwood Time: 4.15pm & 8pm daily Cost: R 30
LIFESTYLE: WIE AFRICA SYMPOSIUM
5 – 7 May
New York’s acclaimed conference launches in Cape Town featuring inspiration and ideas from the most powerful women in business, politics, media, fashion, philanthropy and entertainment including the likes of Joyce Banda and Graca Machel. Venue: The Lookout, V&A...
LIFESTYLE: TRAFFIC WINTER FASHION SHOW
22 April
Traffic Clothing, in association with Blackberry, present their Winter 2013 fashion show – an event for fashion lovers featuring UCT models, two DJs, photobooths and more. Two Blackberry giveaways on the night. No under 18s. Venue: Shimmy Beach Club, South Arm Rd, V&A...
LIFESTYLE: FAMFEST
27 April
The first ever FamFest takes place. With a Kids Zone, a Teen Park , a Chill Out Area and a Main Stage area, as well as great stalls and an Open-air Cinema – this festival is one for the whole family. Venue: Claremont Cricket Club, Constantia Sports Complex, Main Rd, Constantia ...
ART: A SENSE OF PLACE
18 – 30 April
Penelope Stutterheime’s latest solo exhibition, ‘A Sense of Place’. Inspired by her recent travels, Stutterheime explores the concept of self by locating herself as artist in a physical place. Venue: Everard Read Gallery, 3 Portswood Rd, V&A Waterfront ...
MUSIC: PIET BOTHA AND THE LYZARD KYNGS
27 June
Piet Botha, the front man of South African rock band Jack Hammer, performs live with The Lyzard Kyngs. Venue: Die Boer Theatre Restaurant, 6 Chenoweth St, Durbanville Time: tbc Cost: R 90
LIFESTYLE: TALKING HEADS
20 April
The Africa Centre’s Talking Heads uses the potent art of conversation to exchange and build our knowledge about the world and ourselves – engage in fascinating 20 minute conversations with thought leaders and experts. Wine and snacks served. Dress with flair. Venue: Whale...
COMEDY: TRUTH IN COMEDY IN TRUTH
16 April
The Long Shots present "Truth in Comedy in Truth" - a short-form and long-form improvised comedy and theatre experience. Bar available. Venue: Truth HQ, 36 Buitenkant St, Cape Town Time: 7.45pm - 10pm Cost: R 70 general, R 50 students
COMEDY: TRUTH IN COMEDY IN TRUTH
16 April
The Long Shots present ‘Truth in Comedy in Truth’ – a short-form and long-form improvised comedy and theatre experience. Bar available. Venue: Truth HQ, 36 Buitenkant St, Cape Town Time: 7.45pm – 10pm Cost: R 70 general, R 50 students
ART: FIRST THURSDAYS
Thursdays
On the first Thursday of every month, art galleries around Cape Town"s central city stay open late for anyone to come and experience great art and entertainment within just a few city blocks. Venue: various art galleries around Cape Town city centre Time: between 5pm and 9pm ...
GENERAL INTEREST: PLASCON TREND TALK
23 April
An industry gathering where key presenters reveal the latest design and décor trends. Confirmed speakers include Alayne Reesberg, Daniel Popper, and Kelly Berman. Donations welcome in aid of design charity Rock Girl. Venue: Plascon Auditorium, 71 Waterkant St, Cape Town ...
LIFESTYLE: LOERIES CREATIVE WEEK
16 - 22 September
An annual creative hub where over 4000 members of the brand communication industry can be inspired and educated by the power of creative communication. Black-Tie award ceremonies commence on 21 & 22 September where judges announce the most innovative concepts. Venue: Cape...
MUSIC: STERLING EQ
23 May
Award-winning instrumental pop group Sterling EQ (electric flautist Carina Bruwer, electric violinist Eriel Huang and electric cellist Ariella Caira) perform live. Venue: Die Boer, 6 Chenoweth St, Durbanville Time: tbc Cost: R 100
COMEDY: MARC LOTTERING – I DO NOT WORK ON SUNDAYS
30 & 31 May
The show features Lottering" expressing his unique views on a broad range of topics, ranging from dog whisperers to his fascination with reality television in South Africa and of course, also explains why he refuses to work on Sundays. Venue: Die Boer Theatre Restaurant, 6...
ART: WATER ELEMENT
14 April – 4 May
A continuation of the theme of the elements series of paintings by Judy Woodborne and Rebecca Tetley. The exhibition serves as as visual meditation; a metaphor for the flow of time and the impermanence of our existence. Venue: The Cape Gallery, 60 Church St, Cape Town ...
MUSIC: CITY HALL SESSIONS FREEDOM DAY CONCERT
27 April
A City Hall Sessions Freedom Day concert is headlined by Paul Hanmer, Moreira Chonguica and McCoy Mrubata. Tickets available through computicket. Venue: Cape Town City Hall, City St, Cape Town Time: 8pm Cost: tbc
Thursday, April 11, 2013
MOTEL7 - Solo Exhibition
Title: MOTEL7 - Solo ExhibitionVenue: 34FineArt / WoodstockCategory: Art ExhibitsDate: 14 March 2013 - 08 April 2013Time: 14.00 h - 17.00 hDescription: Daydreamers, Motel7’s second solo show, affirms the ease with which she straddles the divide between urban and gallery spaces - where the...
Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s Crepuscule
Title: Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s CrepusculeVenue: Theatre Arts Admin Collective / Cape TownCategory: TheatreDate: 04 April 2013 - 08 April 2013Time: 19.30 h - 22.00 hDescription: Literary icon Can Themba (widely known as writer for DRUM magazine) is remembered through...
Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great Texts
Title: Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great TextsVenue: Hiddingh Hall, UCT"s Hiddingh Campus / Cape TownCategory: Special EventsDate: 08 April 2013 - 08 April 2013Time: 17.00 h - 19.00 hDescription: Political Scientist Steven Friedman talks about Freedom for the Few: Ending the Middle Class...
The ABC of Writing a Screenplay
Title: The ABC of Writing a ScreenplayVenue: PANSA Studio / Cape TownCategory: Special EventsDate: 09 March 2013 - 13 April 2013Time: 10.00 h - 13.00 hDescription: If you’re an aspiring storyteller with a vivid imagination whose ideas are larger than life and want to write for film of...
MOTEL7 - Solo Exhibition
Title: MOTEL7 - Solo ExhibitionVenue: 34FineArt / WoodstockCategory: Art ExhibitsDate: 13 March 2013 - 07 April 2013Time: 14.00 h - 17.00 hDescription: Daydreamers, Motel7’s second solo show, affirms the ease with which she straddles the divide between urban and gallery spaces - where the...
Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s Crepuscule
Title: Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s CrepusculeVenue: Theatre Arts Admin Collective / Cape TownCategory: TheatreDate: 03 April 2013 - 07 April 2013Time: 19.30 h - 22.00 hDescription: Literary icon Can Themba (widely known as writer for DRUM magazine) is remembered through...
Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great Texts
Title: Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great TextsVenue: Hiddingh Hall, UCT"s Hiddingh Campus / Cape TownCategory: Special EventsDate: 07 April 2013 - 07 April 2013Time: 17.00 h - 19.00 hDescription: Political Scientist Steven Friedman talks about Freedom for the Few: Ending the Middle Class...
The ABC of writing a screenplay
Title: The ABC of writing a screenplayVenue: The Writing Studio / Green PointCategory: Special EventsDate: 09 March 2013 - 13 April 2013Time: 14.00 h - 17.00 hDescription: Turn fantastic ideas into big screen spectacle with The Writing Studio’s The ABC of Writing a Screenplay workshop that...
Top Musical Talents at Bay Harbour Market in Hout Bay
Title: Top Musical Talents at Bay Harbour Market in Hout BayVenue: Bay Harbour Market / Cape TownCategory: MusicDate: 12 April 2013 – 14 April 2013Time: 17.00 h – 16.00 hDescription: Enjoy the sounds of the Bootleggers Blues Band, UPfront and Katelyn C…
REVIEW: CHAMP
Louis Viljoen’s Champ won best new script at the Fleur du Cap awards last year and the grimy, controversial nature of his comedy makes it easy to see why his work has attracted significant critical attention. Even so, his gratuitously obscene writing must be challenging to present and...
Wednesday, April 10, 2013
New Restaurants and Hot Spots in Cape Town
Our round-up of the latest eateries, bars, shops, pubs and clubs to launch in the Mother City
REVIEW: CAPE TOWN CITY BALLET OPEN DAY
Tutus, little ballet shoes and an all round show of pink flooded the passages and hallways of the UCT School of Dance. The Cape Town City Ballet’s Open Day saw aspiring ballerinas and experienced ballet fans jostling with the City Ballet’s large pool of talented dancers hoping to...
LIFESTYLE: SABC EDUCATION BABA INDABA
26 – 28 July
South Africa’s premier baby, toddler and parenting expo which inspires parents and moms-to-be to enjoy your baby and pregnancy and have fun while being a good parent. Venue: Exhibition Hall 4, Cape Town International Convention Centre, Coen Steytler Ave Time: 9.30am...
THEATRE: MIES JULIE
19 June – 6 July
The South African-born and internationally acclaimed director Yael Farber sets her explosive adaptation of August Strindberg’s classic Miss Julie in the remote, bleak beauty of the Eastern Cape Karoo. Venue: Baxter Theatre Centre, Main Rd, Rondebosch Time: 6.30pm...
LIFESTYLE: OLD MUTUAL TROPHY WINE SHOW
13 June
Taste between 150 to 200 of South Africa’s top wines as judged at this year’s Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show, in an informal showcase environment. Wines on show are all silver, gold or trophy medal winning wines. Venue: Ballroom East and West, Cape Town International Convention...
SA Cheese Festival 2013
Epicureans visiting the 2013 SA Cheese Festival from 26 to 28 April can expect a gourmet adventure of more than 350 different cheeses from around the country.
MOTEL7 - Solo Exhibition
Title: MOTEL7 - Solo ExhibitionVenue: 34FineArt / WoodstockCategory: Art ExhibitsDate: 12 March 2013 - 06 April 2013Time: 14.00 h - 17.00 hDescription: Daydreamers, Motel7’s second solo show, affirms the ease with which she straddles the divide between urban and gallery spaces - where the...
Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s Crepuscule
Title: Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s CrepusculeVenue: Theatre Arts Admin Collective / Cape TownCategory: TheatreDate: 02 April 2013 - 06 April 2013Time: 19.30 h - 22.00 hDescription: Literary icon Can Themba (widely known as writer for DRUM magazine) is remembered through...
Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great Texts
Title: Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great TextsVenue: Hiddingh Hall, UCT"s Hiddingh Campus / Cape TownCategory: Special EventsDate: 06 April 2013 - 06 April 2013Time: 17.00 h - 19.00 hDescription: Political Scientist Steven Friedman talks about Freedom for the Few: Ending the Middle Class...
New Restaurants and Hot Spots in Cape Town
Our round-up of the latest eateries, bars, shops, pubs and clubs to launch in the Mother City
LIFESTYLE: SABC EDUCATION BABA INDABA
26 – 28 July
South Africa’s premier baby, toddler and parenting expo which inspires parents and moms-to-be to enjoy your baby and pregnancy and have fun while being a good parent. Venue: Exhibition Hall 4, Cape Town International Convention Centre, Coen Steytler Ave Time: 9.30am...
THEATRE: MIES JULIE
19 June - 6 July
The South African-born and internationally acclaimed director Yael Farber sets her explosive adaptation of August Strindberg"s classic Miss Julie in the remote, bleak beauty of the Eastern Cape Karoo. Venue: Baxter Theatre Centre, Main Rd, Rondebosch Time: 6.30pm Cost:...
THEATRE: MIES JULIE
19 June – 6 July
The South African-born and internationally acclaimed director Yael Farber sets her explosive adaptation of August Strindberg’s classic Miss Julie in the remote, bleak beauty of the Eastern Cape Karoo. Venue: Baxter Theatre Centre, Main Rd, Rondebosch Time: 6.30pm...
LIFESTYLE: OLD MUTUAL TROPHY WINE SHOW
13 June
Taste between 150 to 200 of South Africa’s top wines as judged at this year’s Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show, in an informal showcase environment. Wines on show are all silver, gold or trophy medal winning wines. Venue: Ballroom East and West, Cape Town International Convention...
LIFESTYLE: OLD MUTUAL TROPHY WINE SHOW
13 June
Taste between 150 to 200 of South Africa"s top wines as judged at this year"s Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show, in an informal showcase environment. Wines on show are all silver, gold or trophy medal winning wines. Venue: Ballroom East and West, Cape Town International Convention Centre,...
GENERAL INTEREST: PUBLIC LECTURE ON EARLY GALAXIES
13 April
Dr. Danielle Lucero gives a free public lecture on “Early-Type Galaxies: Red but not dead” and discusses what the current observational evidence suggests about the origin of early-type galaxies and their gas contents. Venue: South African Astronomical Observatory,...
REVIEW: CAPE TOWN CITY BALLET OPEN DAY
Tutus, little ballet shoes and an all round show of pink flooded the passages and hallways of the UCT School of Dance. The Cape Town City Ballet’s Open Day saw aspiring ballerinas and experienced ballet fans jostling with the City Ballet’s large pool of talented dancers hoping to...
Stand-up Paddle Surfing in Cape Town and Surrounds
The challenge, the workout and the essence of surfing all in one package
Beefcakes serves up camp in Cape Town
Do you like carousel horses? Pay Beefcakes a visit and you’ll find out why I asked.
10 top budget restaurants in Cape Town
Our pick of the Mother City’s finest cheap eateries for the prudent and penny-wise
There’s no place like the Grande Roche Hotel
On honeymoon or holiday? The Cape Winelands accommodation where history and fantasy meld
GENERAL INTEREST: PUBLIC LECTURE ON EARLY GALAXIES
13 April
Dr. Danielle Lucero gives a free public lecture on “Early-Type Galaxies: Red but not dead” and discusses what the current observational evidence suggests about the origin of early-type galaxies and their gas contents. Venue: South African Astronomical Observatory,...
Tuesday, April 9, 2013
Cloudy night in Cape Town
This was taken as I left campus. The camera is not the best but the sight was amazing. Thank you Denel this is a beautiful photo it must have been quite
African penguin.Jackass penguin
African Penguin. Also known as the Jackass penguin, endangered in the Red Data Book for Birds
REVIEW: RIVER CAFÉ AT UITSIG
I may have audibly gasped when the Butternut & Gorgonzola Salad (R 65) appeared at our table. Not only was it the prettiest salad I’d seen in a while, it came with a full flavour profile, rich in both taste and texture. I dived straight in for a chunk of the roasted butternut,...
THEATRE: GREAT TEXTS STAGED CONVERSATION
16 April
Award-winning and provocative playwright Mike van Graan engages in conversation with author and critic Brent Meersman about what it means to be a playwright in South Africa in the 21st Century. Venue: Hiddingh Hall, Hiddingh Campus, University of Cape Town, Orange St, Cape Town ...
MUSIC: LUNA PAIGE
13 April
Singer/songwriter Luna Paige performs her soulful ballads, blues and country music in both English and Afrikaans. Booking essential. Soup on sale for R 20. Venue: The Cottage Club, 26 Mauritius Crescent, Capri Village, Cape Town Time: 7pm Cost: R 100
MUSIC: CHEVELLE
31 May
Hilltop Live presents the Platinum-selling American rock trio, Chevelle, live in South Africa in association with Monster Energy and Sounds Good. Venue: Grand Arena, GrandWest, 1 Vanguard Dr, Goodwood Time: 7.30pm Cost: R 350 - R 450
LIFESTYLE: DANCING IN OTHER WORDS
10 & 11 May
An international festival of poets and poetry with 11 internationally acclaimed poets and is curated by Breyten Breytenbach. Venue: Spier Wine Farm, R310 Baden Powell Rd, Stellenbosch Time: from 6.30pm daily Cost: R 150 per night, R 270 for early bird ticets for both nights
LIFESTYLE: CAPE HOMEMAKERS EXPO
29 August - 1 September
The Cape Homemakers Expo offers the perfect platform to showcase the very latest in home improvement, décor and lifestyle trends. Venue: Cape Town International Convention Centre, Coen Steytler Ave, Cape Town Time: 10am - 8pm (Thu, Fri, Sat), 10am - 6pm (Sun) ...
THEATRE: ROOILAND
10 - 27 April
Rooiland gives a hard-hitting look into life in a South African prison, drawing on the rich mythology of the Number gangs to introduce the audience to a familiar yet strange world. Performed in Afrikaans with English subtitles. Venue: Baxter Theatre, Main Rd, Rondebosch Time:...
There’s no place like the Grande Roche Hotel
On honeymoon or holiday? The Cape Winelands accommodation where history and fantasy meld
There’s no place like the Grande Roche Hotel
On honeymoon or holiday? The Cape Winelands accommodation where history and fantasy meld
Exposed at the Kalk Bay Theatre
Husband and wife team, Ash and Vanessa deliver well-known acts with a twist and high-octane comedic banter at the Kalk Bay Theatre this April.
Cape Town City Ballet Presents Camille
South African choreographer Veronica Paeper’s Camille, based on the Alexandre Dumas novel “The Lady of the Camellias”, will be performed at Artscape from 2 – 12 May, 2013.
Constantia FamFest
The first ever FamFest in Constantia combines the sounds of a music festival with the goods of a market, the spectacle of a circus and much, much more.
LIFESTYLE: CAPE HOMEMAKERS EXPO
29 August - 1 September
The Cape Homemakers Expo offers the perfect platform to showcase the very latest in home improvement, décor and lifestyle trends. Venue: Cape Town International Convention Centre, Coen Steytler Ave, Cape Town Time: 10am - 8pm (Thu, Fri, Sat), 10am - 6pm (Sun) ...
THEATRE: ROOILAND
10 – 27 April
Rooiland gives a hard-hitting look into life in a South African prison, drawing on the rich mythology of the Number gangs to introduce the audience to a familiar yet strange world. Performed in Afrikaans with English subtitles. Venue: Baxter Theatre, Main Rd, Rondebosch ...
Solo exhibition by Francois Roux
Title: Solo exhibition by Francois RouxVenue: The Cape Gallery / Cape TownCategory: Art ExhibitsDate: 24 March 2013 – 13 April 2013Time: 16.30 h – 14.00 hDescription: The exhibition will be introduced by John Robert.Born 1927 Fort Victoria, Southern Rh…
The Afro Galactic Dream Factory at Hiddingh Hall
Title: The Afro Galactic Dream Factory at Hiddingh HallVenue: Hiddingh Hall, UCT’s Hiddingh Campus / Cape TownCategory: MusicDate: 26 March 2013 – 26 March 2013Time: 20.30 h – 23.00 hDescription:
Infecting The City is proud to announce an extension of the Festival for 2013....
Celebrate the Spirit of Easter at Bay Harbour Market
Title: Celebrate the Spirit of Easter at Bay Harbour MarketVenue: Bay Harbour Market / Cape TownCategory: MusicDate: 29 March 2013 – 31 March 2013Time: 18.00 h – 16.00 hDescription: With a fantastic line-up of talented musical acts, a free Easter Egg h…
Side-splitting laughs with Kurt Schoonraad at Bay Harbour
Title: Side-splitting laughs with Kurt Schoonraad at Bay HarbourVenue: Bay Harbour Market / Cape TownCategory: ComedyDate: 03 April 2013 – 03 April 2013Time: 18.00 h – 23.00 hDescription:
Laugh your head off with some of the best comics in SA at the Bay Harbour Comedy Supper Club on...
Relive the Era of Swing at Bay Harbour Market
Title: Relive the Era of Swing at Bay Harbour MarketVenue: Bay Harbour Market / Cape TownCategory: MusicDate: 05 April 2013 – 07 April 2013Time: 17.00 h – 16.00 hDescription:
Step back in time on Friday, April 5 to a time when the guys were smooth and the gals were sassy, as crooning...
MUSIC: CHEVELLE
31 May
Hilltop Live presents the Platinum-selling Americanrock trio, Chevelle, live in South Africa in association with Monster Energy and Sounds Good. Venue: Grand Arena, GrandWest, 1 Vanguard Dr, Goodwood Time: 7.30pm Cost: R 350 – R 450
LIFESTYLE: DANCING IN OTHER WORDS
10 & 11 May
An international festival of poets and poetry with 11 internationally acclaimed poets and is curated by Breyten Breytenbach. Venue: Spier Wine Farm, R310 Baden Powell Rd, Stellenbosch Time: from 6.30pm daily Cost: R 150 per night, R 270 for early bird ticets for both nights
Stand-up Paddle Surfing in Cape Town and Surrounds
The challenge, the workout and the essence of surfing all in one package
Beefcakes serves up camp in Cape Town
Do you like carousel horses? Pay Beefcakes a visit and you’ll find out why I asked.
THEATRE: GREAT TEXTS STAGED CONVERSATION
16 April
Award-winning and provocative playwright Mike van Graan engages in conversation with author and critic Brent Meersman about what it means to be a playwright in South Africa in the 21st Century. Venue: Hiddingh Hall, Hiddingh Campus, University of Cape Town, Orange St, Cape Town ...
MUSIC: LUNA PAIGE
13 April
Singer/songwriter Luna Paige performs her soulful ballads, blues and country music in both English and Afrikaans. Booking essential. Soup on sale for R 20. Venue: The Cottage Club, 26 Mauritius Crescent, Capri Village, Cape Town Time: 7pm Cost: R 100
Monday, April 8, 2013
Tapas and Flamenco at Bistro Sixteen82
http://goo.gl/95qdnTitle: Tapas and Flamenco at Bistro Sixteen82Venue: BISTRO SIXTEEN82, STEENBERG VINEYARDS / CAPE TOWNCategory: MusicDate: 11 April 2013Time: 18.00 h - 20.00 hDescription: The weekend starts early on a Thursday at Steenberg’s cellar door restaurant, Bistro Sixteen82, with a tapas and...
MOTEL7 - Solo Exhibition
http://goo.gl/tIzS6Title: MOTEL7 - Solo ExhibitionVenue: 34FineArt / WoodstockCategory: Art ExhibitsDate: 11 March 2013 - 05 April 2013Time: 14.00 h - 17.00 hDescription: Daydreamers, Motel7’s second solo show, affirms the ease with which she straddles the divide between urban and gallery spaces - where the...
Hilton Gelderbloem
http://goo.gl/8u1oWTitle: Hilton GelderbloemVenue: The Peninsula All Suite Hotel / Sea PointCategory: MusicDate: 10 January 2013 - 11 April 2013Time: 19.00 h - 22.30 hDescription: Musician Hilton Gelderbloem is a regular feature on Thursday nights at the Peninsula All-Su...
Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s Crepuscule
http://goo.gl/PSlVkTitle: Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s CrepusculeVenue: Theatre Arts Admin Collective / Cape TownCategory: TheatreDate: 01 April 2013 - 05 April 2013Time: 19.30 h - 22.00 hDescription: Literary icon Can Themba (widely known as writer for DRUM magazine) is remembered through...
Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great Texts
http://goo.gl/QlTGfTitle: Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great TextsVenue: Hiddingh Hall, UCT"s Hiddingh Campus / Cape TownCategory: Special EventsDate: 05 April 2013 - 05 April 2013Time: 17.00 h - 19.00 hDescription: Political Scientist Steven Friedman talks about Freedom for the Few: Ending the Middle Class...
The Alphen Antiques and Collectables Fair
http://goo.gl/GPGMGTitle: The Alphen Antiques and Collectables FairVenue: Alphen Centre / ConstantiaCategory: Special EventsDate: 14 April 2013 - 14 April 2013Time: 10.00 h - 16.00 hDescription: The next Alphen Antiques and Collectables Fair will be held on Sunday at the...
Harlem Shakes from Cape Town South Africa
10 of the Mother City"s best Baauer ‘Harlem Shake’ video memes
New Restaurants and Hot Spots in Cape Town
Our round-up of the latest eateries, bars, shops, pubs and clubs to launch in the Mother City
Chevelle Concerts in South Africa
Platinum-selling alternative American rock trio to play live in Cape Town and Johannesburg
January events in Cape Town and surrounds
Kick off a new year in the Cape at the hottest and biggest annual events in the Mother City
February events in Cape Town and surrounds
Celebrate summer (and love) at some of the Mother City’s biggest festivals, tournaments and carnivals
March events in Cape Town and surrounds
Your guide to the biggest annual events, festivals and happenings in the merry month of March
Rihanna Concerts in South Africa
International RnB superstar confirmed to play live in Johannesburg and Cape Town
7 great things to do in Cape Town this weekend
Our pick of seven of the best events and things to do in Cape Town this weekend from Friday, 12 April to Sunday, 14 April 2013.
January events in Cape Town and surrounds
Kick off a new year in the Cape at the hottest and biggest annual events in the Mother City
MICHAEL HAMILTON ASHTANGA VINYASA IMMERSION
AIR Yoga Meditation Atelier, UNIT 405, 66 Albert Rd, Woodstock, Cape Town
Chevelle Concerts in South Africa
Platinum-selling alternative American rock trio to play live in Cape Town and Johannesburg
Dusty Rebels and the Bombshells do Cape Town
The Old German Club, 105B Hope Str, Gardens , Cape Town
REVIEW: RIVER CAFÉ AT UITSIG
I may have audibly gasped when the Butternut & Gorgonzola Salad (R 65) appeared at our table. Not only was it the prettiest salad I’d seen in a while, it came with a full flavour profile, rich in both taste and texture. I dived straight in for a chunk of the roasted butternut,...
New Restaurants and Hot Spots in Cape Town
Our round-up of the latest eateries, bars, shops, pubs and clubs to launch in the Mother City
REVIEW: CAPE TOWN INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL
The sultry sounds of jazz could be heard echoing in the passageways all night, adding to the festive atmosphere and keeping heads nodding and hips swinging. But for all the trumpets and saxophones, there was also plenty of contemporary music on the menu, giving the event a real music festival vibe.
REVIEW: CAPE TOWN INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL
The sultry sounds of jazz could be heard echoing in the passageways all night, adding to the festive atmosphere and keeping heads nodding and hips swinging. But for all the trumpets and saxophones, there was also plenty of contemporary music on the menu, giving the event a real music festival vibe.
♥ ♥ ♥ SA 2013 ♥ ♥ ♥ OPEN SOURCE ♥ ♥ ♥ 05-09 December 2013 ♥ Cape Town/SA ♥
♥ "Circle Of Dreams" ♥ Riviersonderend / Endless River - CAPE TOWN SOUTH AFRICA, Cape Town
Peaches and Herb Live in Cape Town
Grand Arena, Grandwest Casino, 1 Vanguard Drive, Goodwood , Cape Town
Captain Stu"s 10 YEAR BIRTHDAY BITCHSLAP! with Rudimentals & 7th Son
Zula Sound Bar, 98 Long Street, Cape Town
The Beat Boutique pres. "An Electro Swing with a Techno Sting!" @ The Sugarhut Club
The Sugarhut Club, 1st Floor Old Castel Hotel Cnr 44 Canterbury & Constitution Street, Cape Town
The Bluestown Sessions presents: Mysticcal Moments feat: Ebi Johnstone, Guy Collins, Sven blumer, Shotgun Tori
Mercury Zonnebloem, 43 De Villiers Street, Zonnebloem, Cape Town
Free talk: From clicktivism to Earth liberation - the future of radical environmentalism
Bolo"bolo - anarchist infoshop and vegan café, 76 Lower Main Road, Observatory, Cape Town
MUSIC: RIHANNA DIAMONDS TOUR
16 October
Top selling digital artist of all time, Rihanna, brings her Diamonds World Tour to South Africa. Venue: Cape Town Stadium, Green Point Time: 8pm Cost: R 275 – R 820
MUSIC: RIHANNA DIAMONDS TOUR
16 October
Top selling digital artist of all time, Rihanna, brings her Diamonds World Tour to South Africa. Venue: Cape Town Stadium, Green Point Time: 8pm Cost: R 275 – R 820
Sunday, April 7, 2013
MOTEL7 - Solo Exhibition
Title: MOTEL7 - Solo ExhibitionVenue: 34FineArt / WoodstockCategory: Art ExhibitsDate: 10 March 2013 - 04 April 2013Time: 14.00 h - 17.00 hDescription: Daydreamers, Motel7’s second solo show, affirms the ease with which she straddles the divide between urban and gallery spaces - where the...
Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s Crepuscule
Title: Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s CrepusculeVenue: Theatre Arts Admin Collective / Cape TownCategory: TheatreDate: 31 March 2013 - 04 April 2013Time: 19.30 h - 22.00 hDescription: Literary icon Can Themba (widely known as writer for DRUM magazine) is remembered through...
Student Night
Title: Student NightVenue: The Mahogany Room / Cape TownCategory: MusicDate: 10 April 2013Time: 20.45 hDescription: Wednesday nights are student nights. The first set features performances by jazz music students and the second ...
Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great Texts
Title: Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great TextsVenue: Hiddingh Hall, UCT"s Hiddingh Campus / Cape TownCategory: Special EventsDate: 04 April 2013 - 04 April 2013Time: 17.00 h - 19.00 hDescription: Political Scientist Steven Friedman talks about Freedom for the Few: Ending the Middle Class...
Line-Up for Cape Town International Jazz Festival 2013
Buena Vista Social Club, Jill Scott and Brand New Heavies lead a star-studded line-up
Line-Up for Cape Town International Jazz Festival 2013
Buena Vista Social Club, Jill Scott and Brand New Heavies lead a star-studded line-up
CAPE TOWN SOUTH AFRICA PHOTO WORKSHOP-VACATION
http://goo.gl/hbkTyCape Town, Western Cape, , Cape Town
OLD FRIENDS - Marcato"s tribute to SIMON & GARFUNKEL
http://goo.gl/lAcmnBarnyard Willowbridge, Cape Town
Saturday, April 6, 2013
MOTEL7 - Solo Exhibition
Title: MOTEL7 - Solo ExhibitionVenue: 34FineArt / WoodstockCategory: Art ExhibitsDate: 09 March 2013 - 03 April 2013Time: 14.00 h - 17.00 hDescription: Daydreamers, Motel7’s second solo show, affirms the ease with which she straddles the divide between urban and gallery spaces - where the...
MOTEL7 - Solo Exhibition
Title: MOTEL7 - Solo ExhibitionVenue: 34FineArt / WoodstockCategory: Art ExhibitsDate: 09 March 2013 - 03 April 2013Time: 14.00 h - 17.00 hDescription: Daydreamers, Motel7’s second solo show, affirms the ease with which she straddles the divide between urban and gallery spaces - where the...
Find your voice as a writer
Title: Find your voice as a writerVenue: The Writing Studio / Green PointCategory: Special EventsDate: 19 March 2013 - 09 April 2013Time: 14.00 h - 18.00 hDescription: The Write Voice creative writing workshop offers writers a unique opportunity to fin...
Find your voice as a writer
Title: Find your voice as a writerVenue: The Writing Studio / Green PointCategory: Special EventsDate: 19 March 2013 - 09 April 2013Time: 14.00 h - 18.00 hDescription: The Write Voice creative writing workshop offers writers a unique opportunity to fin...
Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s Crepuscule
Title: Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s CrepusculeVenue: Theatre Arts Admin Collective / Cape TownCategory: TheatreDate: 30 March 2013 - 03 April 2013Time: 19.30 h - 22.00 hDescription: Literary icon Can Themba (widely known as writer for DRUM magazine) is remembered through...
Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great Texts
Title: Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great TextsVenue: Hiddingh Hall, UCT"s Hiddingh Campus / Cape TownCategory: Special EventsDate: 03 April 2013 - 03 April 2013Time: 17.00 h - 19.00 hDescription: Political Scientist Steven Friedman talks about Freedom for the Few: Ending the Middle Class...
Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great Texts
Title: Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great TextsVenue: Hiddingh Hall, UCT"s Hiddingh Campus / Cape TownCategory: Special EventsDate: 03 April 2013 - 03 April 2013Time: 17.00 h - 19.00 hDescription: Political Scientist Steven Friedman talks about Freedom for the Few: Ending the Middle Class...
TheatreSports
Title: TheatreSportsVenue: Kalk Bay Theatre / Cape TownCategory: ComedyDate: 09 April 2013Time: 20.45 hDescription: South Africa’s longest running, award-winning and hilarious theatre improvisation show, TheatreSports, is presented every Tuesday night. TheatreSports is the high-octane,...
TheatreSports
Title: TheatreSportsVenue: Kalk Bay Theatre / Cape TownCategory: ComedyDate: 09 April 2013Time: 20.45 hDescription: South Africa’s longest running, award-winning and hilarious theatre improvisation show, TheatreSports, is presented every Tuesday night. TheatreSports is the high-octane,...
The 2nd Annual Hip Hop Kaslam Spaza Awards - 2013
The Baxter Theatre, Main Road, Rondebosch, Cape Town
Head Honcho & T’Ladesh Presents: POWER TRIP - 06 April
Trinity, 15 Bennett Street (Off Prestwich St.), Greenpoint, Cape Town
Friday, April 5, 2013
Comedy on Long
Title: Comedy on LongVenue: Zula Sound Bar / Cape TownCategory: ComedyDate: 08 April 2013Time: 20.45 hDescription: Comedy on Long is collaboration between Zula Bar and Mumz The Word, one of Cape Town’s best niche comedy blogs featuring articles on comedy, jokes, funny videos and all round...
Comedy on Long
Title: Comedy on LongVenue: Zula Sound Bar / Cape TownCategory: ComedyDate: 08 April 2013Time: 20.45 hDescription: Comedy on Long is collaboration between Zula Bar and Mumz The Word, one of Cape Town’s best niche comedy blogs featuring articles on comedy, jokes, funny videos and all round...
MOTEL7 - Solo Exhibition
Title: MOTEL7 - Solo ExhibitionVenue: 34FineArt / WoodstockCategory: Art ExhibitsDate: 08 March 2013 - 02 April 2013Time: 14.00 h - 17.00 hDescription: Daydreamers, Motel7’s second solo show, affirms the ease with which she straddles the divide between urban and gallery spaces - where the...
MOTEL7 - Solo Exhibition
Title: MOTEL7 - Solo ExhibitionVenue: 34FineArt / WoodstockCategory: Art ExhibitsDate: 08 March 2013 - 02 April 2013Time: 14.00 h - 17.00 hDescription: Daydreamers, Motel7’s second solo show, affirms the ease with which she straddles the divide between urban and gallery spaces - where the...
Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s Crepuscule
Title: Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s CrepusculeVenue: Theatre Arts Admin Collective / Cape TownCategory: TheatreDate: 29 March 2013 - 02 April 2013Time: 19.30 h - 22.00 hDescription: Literary icon Can Themba (widely known as writer for DRUM magazine) is remembered through...
Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s Crepuscule
Title: Emerging Director Gumede presents Can Themba’s CrepusculeVenue: Theatre Arts Admin Collective / Cape TownCategory: TheatreDate: 29 March 2013 - 02 April 2013Time: 19.30 h - 22.00 hDescription: Literary icon Can Themba (widely known as writer for DRUM magazine) is remembered through...
Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great Texts
Title: Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great TextsVenue: Hiddingh Hall, UCT"s Hiddingh Campus / Cape TownCategory: Special EventsDate: 02 April 2013 - 02 April 2013Time: 17.00 h - 19.00 hDescription: Political Scientist Steven Friedman talks about Freedom for the Few: Ending the Middle Class...
Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great Texts
Title: Stephen Friedman at GIPCA’s Great TextsVenue: Hiddingh Hall, UCT"s Hiddingh Campus / Cape TownCategory: Special EventsDate: 02 April 2013 - 02 April 2013Time: 17.00 h - 19.00 hDescription: Political Scientist Steven Friedman talks about Freedom for the Few: Ending the Middle Class...
REVIEW: THE LINE
Traversing the frontier between art and documentary, The Line is a witty, relevant and politically salient production.
THEATRE: MURDER AND MAYHEM IN CHICAGO
26 April
Dinner theatre filled with mystery, passion and money laundering. Set in Chicago in the 1920s, a gamer script is designed for audiences to test their detective skills and investigate the murder of the kingpin Al Capone. Dress code is 1920s Mobster/Gatsby. Venue: Winchester Mansion,...
MUSIC: TONY CHRISTIE LIVE
15 May
70s music icon Tony Christie performs live including his hits ‘Is this the way to Amarillo’, ‘I did what I did for Maria’, ‘Avenues and Alleyways’, and more. Venue: Grand Arena, GrandWest, 1 Vanguard Dr, Goodwood Time: 8pm Cost: R 255 – R 350