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18 May, 2012

Sterling EQ Live at the Baxter

STERLING EQ

Cape Town audiences are in for a treat when SAMA-winning instrumental pop group Sterling EQ brings their eclectic mix of instrumental showstoppers and exquisite melodies to The Baxter Theatre on 24 March. Known for changing the face of instrumental music in South Africa, the all-woman four-piece fuses diverse musical styles such as Classical, Kwaito, Pop, Rock and World, into their own distinctive and contemporary sound which is complemented by their energetic, visually arresting live … [Read more...]


Die Kaptein Seil Kaap Toe

Kurt Darren

Kurt Darren's the captain and his ship of platinum hits is about to launch on Sunday, 18 March at the GrandWest Grand Arena with ADAM as the opening act. Darren needs little introduction and his legions of fans have ensured that as many as 36 of his songs have gone platinum. He is also riding the crest of television popularity with appearances on KykNet's Jukebox and through his weekly Radio Jacaranda show. To date, Kurt's accolades include 14 solo albums. His hit Meisie Meisie has been … [Read more...]


International UMF and Dragon Legends fight night

Muaythai fans should not miss the action-packed Year of the Dragon event at the GrandWest Grand Arena on Saturday, 10 March. The International UMF and Dragon Legends will present a full programme for the evening which will include several title bouts with entrants of various ages. The main title fight will be contested by South Africa and Thailand. Proceeds from the event will go towards the Muaythai Against Drugs Foundation (MAD) in South Africa. The evening kicks off at 19h00 and tickets … [Read more...]


That Notorious Russell Peters

The phenomenally popular Indian-Canadian comedian Russell Peters will return to South Africa as part of his new 'Notorious' world tour. As with previous tours here, his show on Wednesday, 4 April at the GrandWest Grand Arena is expected to sell out. Peters first attracted global attention when a clip of his stand up performance on a Canadian television show, Comedy Now, was posted onto YouTube. Since then he has accumulated a myriad of accolades which include performing to record crowds in … [Read more...]


Cape Town Conversations with Joe McBride

Renowned American Jazz pianist and singer Joe McBride will perform in Cape Town on Thursday, 1 March at GrandWest's Hanover Street nightclub. McBride, known for songs such as ‘Sunny', ‘Everlasting Love' and ‘In the Moonlight' will be performing with South African musicians Matthew O'Connell, Frank Paco, Angelo Syster and Sylvain Baloubeta. Doors open at 20h30 and the show starts at 21h30. Tickets are available from Computicket at R170. … [Read more...]


Jou Show met Emo en Wicus

For the second consecutive year, kykNET's very popular "Jou Show met Emo en Wicus" will be filmed live at the GrandWest Market Hall and Emo Adams and Wicus van der Merwe would like Capetonians to be part of the show. The show will be aired on TV later in the year. The audience can expect to see an exciting lineup of guests during the show, from the glamorous to the funny and weird. They can expect singing, dancing and a whole lot of provisation from Emo and Wicus in between. Share in … [Read more...]


These Doctors are not fiddling about

The World Doctors Orchestra

Mercedes-Benz South Africa (MBSA) has joined hands with the Hugo Tempelman Foundation to bring the World Doctors Orchestra (WDO) to South Africa for the first time, where they will raise funds for HIV/AIDS projects in two exciting classical music concerts. Programme beneficiaries, the Ndlovu Care Group from Elandsdoorn north-west of Johannesburg, have been supported by the WDO for four years. A group of 100 doctors from 30 nationalities has been specially selected from the 500-strong member … [Read more...]


Diva’s and Divos Duet in Cape Town

Following on from the extremely popular shows Diva's, followed by Divo's, Marmalade Productions marries the talents of both Divas and Divos in 'Duets' on Saturday, 11 February to perform for one night only at the GrandWest Grand Arena. Concert goers can expect a stellar line-up of male and female singers performing well-loved local and international duets spanning a number of genres. The show starts at 20h00 and tickets are available from Computicket from R100 to R180. Tickets cost between … [Read more...]


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kykNET

The Mother City, widely recognised as South Africa's arts, culture and entertainment hub, will once again play host to the second annual kykNET Fiestas awards ceremony on 23 February 2012 at Artscape. The awards event honours artists and productions that have been recognised as the cream of the crop at cultural festivals across the country, which includes predominantly Afrikaans theatre, but also dance, music, cabaret and visual arts. Over 30 productions, 40 artists, musicians, dance … [Read more...]


He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother

Loved for their harmonies, iconic British band The Hollies made a great impact on pop and rock music and can claim more hits than even their counterparts The Beatles.  Now, with a new album under their belt, the band will celebrate their 50th anniversary by touring South Africa, performing on 23 February at the GrandWest Grand Arena and on 25 and 26 February at the Carnival City Grand Top Arena in Brakpan. Fans can expect to hear classics such as 'The Air That I Breathe', 'Bus Stop', Carrie … [Read more...]


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Kaptein’s Greatest Platinum Hits Tour

Kurt Darren

Kurt Darren's the captain and his ship of platinum hits is about to launch on Sunday, 18 March at the GrandWest Grand Arena. Darren needs little introduction and his legions of fans have ensured that as many as 36 of his songs have gone platinum. He is also riding the crest of television popularity with appearances on KykNet's Jukebox and through his weekly Radio Jacaranda show. To date, Kurt's accolades include 14 solo albums. His hit Meisie Meisie has been recorded by a German group … [Read more...]


Change in Date of Infection

Jay Pather

Infecting the City aims to present art that challenges the audience, breaches boundaries, shifts perspectives and makes us part of Cape Town's public space. The dates for the Infectng the City festival are now from 6-10 March - so you have one less day to become infected with public art. Watch below to get a better idea of how to become infected: The new festival curator is Jay Pather: Pather is Associate Professor at the University of Cape Town, Director of the Gordon Institute … [Read more...]


The Gugulethu Tenors Live at The Fugard Theatre

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The Gugulethu Tenors, the Afro-operatic pop sensations who have been captivating audiences across South Africa and beyond with their breathtaking sound and enduring story, will perform live in concert at the Fugard Theatre on 9 March 2012. Fast becoming one of Cape Town’s most sought-after theatres, The Fugard is delighted to host this jaw-dropping quartet in their spectacular District 6-based facility the first time. Concert-goers can expect to be enchanted by the soothing harmonies and … [Read more...]


Sterling EQ Live at Nitida Picnic Concert On The Dam

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The SAMA-winning quartet performs several new instrumental interpretations and electrifying show stoppers, whilst Cassia – Nitida’s signature restaurant – presents a delicious choice, perfectly matched with the open-air ambiance, ranging from sushi to lamb spit burgers and gourmet hot dogs. Picnic baskets, a moveable feast at R200 for two people, also match the outdoor mood. A bar is available and wine is sold at cellar prices. The concert takes place on Sunday 5 February 2012 at 16h30. … [Read more...]


Cape Town Idols Auditions on 18 February

Bright lights, screaming fans, the thrill of live television, rocking the stage with famous musicians, and a big-label recording contract. That's what is awaiting South Africa's next singing sensation, compliments of the country's biggest talent competition, M-Net and Mzansi Magic's Idols SA. First, however, there's an appointment with the show's notorious judges and South Africa's next Idol will have to start stretching those vocal chords with immediate effect. The doors to the audition … [Read more...]


Infecting The City of Cape Town

The Africa Centre's, Infecting The City Public Arts Festival, will explode on to the streets and public spaces of Cape Town for the fifth time from the 6th to the 10th March 2012. Infecting The City is by far the largest and most diverse annual public arts festival in South Africa. This year, celebrated local and international artists will create artworks that unlock the communal spaces in the Cape Town City Centre. The art will encourage audiences to see, hear and smell the extraordinary by … [Read more...]


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