Have a look at our selection of fun and exciting Central City events to enjoy over the next few weeks.
2 March
Mozart’s Requiem by the Symphony Choir of Cape Town
The Symphony Choir of Cape Town (SCCT) invites you to a very special performance of Mozart’s Requiem in one of the oldest church buildings in South Africa, under the inspired baton of SCCT musical director, Alex Fokkens. Of significance is that the inauguration of the church in Cape Town and first performances of Mozart’s Requiem in Europe happened concurrently.
Where: Lutheran Church, Strand St
When: 19h30
Cost: R120 (unreserved seating) – R200 (reserved seating)
Now on till 28 February
LAND: A solo exhibition by Lisette Forsyth
Artist Lisette Forsyth explains that her exhibition is an expression of the riddle of the land which must be solved somehow for all our sakes. Says Lisette: “South Africa belongs to all who live in it ... this was the dream. But now the land is the ultimate issue and the great divide because land defines who, what and where we are.”
Where: StateoftheART Gallery, 50 Buitenkant St
When: 10h00 – 17h00
Cost: Free
www.stateoftheart-gallery.com
27 February till 1 March 2019
Design Indaba Conference
In keeping with the Design Indaba ethos – a better world through creativity – the upcoming conference promises to inspire design activism through compelling presentations that combine career-changing insights and cutting-edge work. From architecture and industrial design to pop culture, emerging technologies and environmental problem solving, the 2019 event offers inspiration and insights across industries.
Where: Artscape Theatre Centre, DF Malan St
When: 09h00
Cost: R1 620 – R1 765
www.artscape.co.za
Now on till 2 March
The Match
The Match is a contemporary tale of rivalry, envy and humiliation. Veronica and Lucy, two actors at very different stages in their careers, find themselves unwittingly trapped in an audition which takes a dark turn they did not expect. The destructive tendencies of human nature are laid bare when these rivals are pushed to their personal, professional and moral breaking points in their obsessive pursuit for success.
Where: Alexander Bar, 76 Strand St
When: 21h00
Cost: R90
www.alexanderbar.co.za
12 March
Lunch Hour Concert with Zip Zap Circus
Why not do something a little different during your lunchtime and enjoy a new and exciting circus creation that will wow you beyond your imagination.
Where: Artscape Chandelier Foyer, DF Malan St
When: 12h00
Cost: Free
www.artscape.co.za
14 March till 17 March
Showcase of Dance
This annual dance event features the work of dance schools from all over the peninsula in an exciting variety of dance genres. It’s a wonderful family show packed with vibrancy and joy and is a must-see for all dance lovers.
Where: Artscape Theatre Centre, DF Malan St
When: Depends on booking
Cost: R90 – R120
www.artscape.co.za
16 March till 30 March
The Tale of Peter Rabbit
Mrs Rabbit lives with her four little bunnies, Flopsy, Mopsy, Cotton Tail and Peter in her cosy burrow underneath the root of a big fir tree. Their neighbour, Mr McGregor, has a big garden where he grows carrots, radishes and lettuce. Join Mrs Rabbit and the Flopsy bunnies and help Peter escape from Mr McGregor’s clutches.
Where: Artscape Theatre Centre, DF Malan St
When: Depends on booking
Cost: R90
www.artscape.co.za
7 March till 23 March
NEXUS: A solo exhibition by Corné Eksteen
In contemporary culture, the term “nexus” is often used to indicate links or associations between groups, objects or abstract concepts. In his latest solo exhibition, Durban-based artist Corné Eksteen explores the links between the sitter, the artist and the viewer. His double and multiple portraits of sitters occupy a singular space: in search of the nexus of their combined experience.
Where: StateoftheART Gallery, 50 Buitenkant St
When: 10h00 – 17h00
Cost: Free
www.stateoftheart-gallery.com
10 March
Cape Town Cycle Tour
Enjoy the world’s largest individually timed cycling event as it gets underway in the Central City.
Where: Grand Parade
When: 06h00
Cost: free to spectate
www.capetowncycletour.com
Now on till 16 March
IQRAA
WHATIFTHEWORLD presents IQRAA, Thania Petersen’s latest solo exhibition. Iqraa means to read in Arabic. With her exhibition, Thania says we must learn to read to interpret the world in a more beneficent and inclusive manner.
Where: WHATIFTHEWORLD, 16 Buiten St
When: 09h00 – 17h00
Cost: Free
www.whatiftheworld.com
1 March till 2 March
J. Bobs Live: Off The Record
Celebrated writer, director and performer J. Bobs Tshabalala is back in Cape Town with his live game show. This show has become popular due to its high energy, edgy and entertaining performance style. Do yourself a favour and come and see why this concept is creating such a large buzz in the alternative live arts sphere.
Where: Alexander Bar, 76 Strand St
When: 19h00
Cost: R100
www.alexanderbar.co.za
4 March till 16 March
Unique Wonders with Stuart Lightbody
Spend an evening inside Stuart’s mind, a place full of fading memories where strange impossibilities lurk. Each night, the audience chooses exactly which wonders will unfold, so no two performances are alike, and anything could happen.
Where: Alexander Bar, 76 Strand St
When: 09h00
Cost: R120 – R160
www.alexanderbar.co.za
Now on till 3 March
Langarm
Produced and presented by Eric Abraham for the Fugard Theatre, Langarm is a story of love and intrigue set in the story world of Cape Town’s ballroom dance culture in the 1960s. This musical by the award-winning David Kramer is performed in English.
Where: The Fugard Theatre, Caledon St
When: Depends on booking
Cost: R160 – R260
www.thefugard.com
REGULAR/LONGTERM EVENTS
First Thursday of every month
First Thursdays
On the first Thursday of every month, take an after-hours walk between the galleries, restaurants and shops in the Cape Town CBD and experience what our Central City has to offer during the leisure hours.
When: 17h00 till late
First Thursday of every month
www.first-thursdays.co.za
First Thursday of every month
Hope on Hopkins Gin & Tonic Tasting
Hosted by Bootlegger Coffee Company on every first Thursday of the month, Hope on Hopkins Gin & Tonic Tasting offers information about the distilling process, the history of gin and what makes gin “gin”, guiding guests through a curated tasting of three different styles of gin and tonics and what makes them different.
Cost: Free (seats are limited to 20 people and bookings via Cara at marketing@bootlegger.co.za are essential)
Where: Bootlegger Coffee Company, 50 Harrington Street
When: 18h00
Every Thursday
Earth Fair Food Market
Where: upper St Georges Mall (Wale St side)
When: 11h00 till 15h00
www.earthfairmarket.co.za
Saturdays
Story time for kids
Where: The Book Lounge, 71 Roeland St
When: 11h00
Cost: Free
www.booklounge.co.za
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Images by thefugard.com (Langarm), stateoftheart-gallery.com (Nexus)