Here’s a sample of events and activities happening in the Central City over the next few weeks, as we head in the fast lane towards the end of the year.
14 - 19 November
Die nag van Legio
PG du Plessis’ Hertzogprys drama makes an appearance at the Artscape Theatre Centre for a short run.
Where: Artscape Arena, DF Malan St
When: Tuesday to Sunday 20h00 |matinee performances on 15 & 19 Nov 15h00 and 18 Nov 14h30
Cost: R95 (pensioners & students) to R120
www.artscape.co.za
14 November – 2 December
Moedertaal
The next instalment in Sandra Prinsloo’s trifecta of one-person plays is a raw and moving journey through life
Where: The Fugard Theatre, Caledon St
When: Tuesdays to Fridays 20h00 | Saturdays 16h00 & 20h00
Cost: R130 to R165
www.thefugard.com
Till 25 November
Shakespeare in Love
Adapted for the stage by Lee Hall, Shakespeare In Love is based on the 1998 Oscar-winning film of the same.
Where: The Fugard Theatre, Caledon St
When: Tuesdays to Fridays 20h00 | Saturdays 16h00 & 20h00
Cost: R130 to R320
www.thefugard.com
2 December – 7 January
Evita
Pieter Toerien stages the famous Andrew Lloyd Weber & Tim Rice musical which charts the rise of Eva Peron.
Where: Artscape Arena, DF Malan St
When: Check website for details
Cost: R100 to R500
www.artscape.co.za
3 December
Switching on of the festive lights
The annual switching on of the Adderley Street lights will once again be accompanied by a free concert at the Grand Parade
Where: Grand Parade and Adderley Street
When: Concert starts at 16h00; lights on at 20h00
Cost: R70 per entry
5 December
Community Chest Twilight Run & Festival
This annual charity fun run is a corporate and family favourite, with this year’s theme being best-dressed superhero. Stay for the music after the 5km run/walk/skate through the CBD.
Where: Starting and ending at the Grand Parade
When: Tuesday 5 December
Cost: R70 per entry
www.topevents.co.za/calendar/twilight-festival-2017
12 December – 9 February
King Kong: Legend of a boxer
It sold out the first time around earlier this year, and now this landmark musical first staged in 1956 returns.
Where: The Fugard Theatre, Caledon St
When: See website for dates and times
Cost: R130 to R280
www.thefugard.com
Every Thursday
Earth Fair Food Market
Where: upper St Georges Mall
When: 11h00-15h00
www.earthfairmarket.co.za
Mondays
Romantic horror movies at Nomad
Where: NOMAD Bistro & Bar, 33 Waterkant St
When: 20h00 till 22h00
Cost: R50; date night combo R299
www.facebook.com/nomadbistrofusion
Wednesdays
Live music at Nomad
Where: NOMAD Bistro & Bar, 33 Waterkant St
When: 20h00 till 23h00
Cost: R60; VIP R90
www.facebook.com/nomadbistrofusion
Saturdays
Story time for kids
Where: The Book Lounge, 71 Roeland St
When: 11h00
Cost: Free
www.booklounge.co.za
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Poster image from the Pieter Toerien production of “Evita”