PRETORIA
South African State Theatre, 320 Pretorius St; 012 392 4000:
Drama:
Marikana – The Musical. An adaptation of We Are Going to Kill Each Other Today – the Marikana Story. Written and directed by Aubrey Sekhabi. Ends October 19, Tuesdays to Saturdays at 8pm, Sundays at 3pm. R40 Tuesdays, R80 Wednesday to Sunday at Computicket.
Momentum:
Happy. The story of Happy Sindane from his own perspective. Performed by Jarrid Gedult, directed by Charles J Fourie. Friday to October 19, Tuesday to Saturday at 8pm, Sunday at 3pm, Tuesdays R40, Wednesday to Sunday R80 at Computicket.
Arena:
Another Time. Performed by Zane Meas and Carmin Coetzer, directed by Dirk Stoltz. Friday to October 19, Tuesday to Saturday at 8pm, Sunday at 8pm, Tuesdays R40, Wednesdays to Sunday R80 at Computicket.
Atterbury Theatre, cnr Daventry and Lynnwood rds, Lynnwood Bridge Centre; 012 471 1700 or 082 841 0783:
Storieman’s Hansie en Greitjie. 11am. Thursday. R80.
Unmissable with Koos Kombuis and Schalk Joubert. 8pm. Thursday. R130, R150.
Learning the Art of Storytelling. A workshop by Enteractive Productions. 11am. Saturday. R250pp.
Atterbury National Piano Competition. Monday to October 16. Trials, free entry. October 17, finals. R120, pensioners and students under 21 R80.
Drie van die Bestes with Mathys Roets, Danie Niehaus and Kevin Leo. 8pm. October 19. R140, R160.
Alice in Wonderland with Beverley Acquisto dance school. R170. Friday, October 24 at 7pm, October 25 at 2.30pm and 7pm.
Barnyard Theatre, Parkview Shopping Centre, cnr Garsfontein Rd and Netcare St, Moreleta Park, Pretoria, 012 368 1555:
Best Days of Our Lives. Rocking five decades of school reunion parties. Ends on Sunday. R100 to R160. Book at barnyardtheatres.co.za.
Barnyard Beerfest. German-inspired food, beer stalls and live music. Saturday. 2pm to 10pm. R150 includes a free beer mug.
Brooklyn Theatre, Greenlyn Village Centre, cnr 13th and Thomas Edison sts, Menlo Park, 012 460 6033, 012 346 3474 or iSalon in Brooklyn:
Baroque & Bier. Featuring Capital Craft and Four on Six Jazz Quartet. Wednesday at 8pm, Friday at 8pm, Sunday at 3pm.
Opera gala with Gauteng Philharmonic Orchestra works of Cosi Fan Tutte, Martha, Rigoletto, La Boheme, The Magic Flute and more. October 17 at 8pm, October 19 at 3pm.
Eduplex Auditorium, Cowgill St, Queenswood: Linette van der Merwe, 082 923 1540:
Sempre Opera – Amahl and the Night Visitors. Full- scale opera by Gian Carlo Menotti, directed by Danie Verster, featuring Marli Albertse, Linette van der Merwe, Chris Mostert, Coert Grobbelaar and Rex Nigrini plus students from Hoerskool Wonderboom accompanied by Rudolf Geldenhuis and Laurian Verster. October 17 at 7pm. Book at www.sempreopera.co.za or at the door. Enquiries: Linette van der Merwe as above.
Laughing Chefs, 217 Soutpansberg Rd, Rietondale, Pretoria Moot, Esrida at 072 511 4946 or Maggie at 082 823 7846:
Tomorrow: Craft beer tasting, R150.
Thursday: Four Paws wine tasting, R200 and music with the Marcia Moon Band.
Saturday: Spanish dance evening, R100.
October 16: Live Jazz with Lizandra von Hagen, R40.
October 17: Sheraaz Band, R80.
Mamelodi West Community Hall, A5:
ArtsCulturex Traditional Gospel Championships. Saturday, October 18. 8am till 5pm. R30 available from Mishack Motshweni at 012 770 2399 or 072 703 0633.
Pali Kleinteater, grounds of Hoërskool Die Wilgers, entrance in Spitskoplaan, Willows: 071 684 3079:
ONSkuld. A mobile thriller from Jannes Erasmus, Corne Joubert and Johann Smith, where audience members meet the actors, drive with them in different cars where the story and murder mystery will unravel with the help of the audience. They head off to a site-specific venue where the adventure will continue. It starts at the Pali Theatre. October 15 to 25. R100 and seating is limited. Book at 084 525 9585 or e-mail [email protected].
Pierneef Theatre, cnr Pierneef and Mogg aves, Villieria: 012 329 0709; get tickets at the door:
African Chess. Fritz von Friedl with musicians from Austria: Christian Radovban, Eduard Koehldorger and Alois Eberl. October 14 at 7pm.
Storie en Lied – Als die Liefde Niet Bestond with Annemarie van der Walt and Natascha C doing the songs of Amanda Strydom and Jacques Brel. Saturday, October 18 at 7pm. R80.
Sun City Theatre, 014 557 1144:
Peninsula, Cascades, Valley of the Waves:
Spring Celebration featuring Die Campbells (October); Lcnvl (October 25) as well as DJs and Afrikaans artists Loukmaan Adams, Terry Fortune, Bongile Mantsai, Carlo Daniels, Moenier Adams (October and November). Ends October 25. For more info, visit http://www.sun international.com/suncity/events/pages/detail. aspx?itemid=1407 or e-mail cecilia.brody@ suninternational.com.
Tshwane University of Technology: 012 318 5157:
Breytenbach Theatre, 137 Gerhard Moerdijk St, Sunnyside. Bookings [email protected] or call 012 440 4834.
Road to Namibia Tour. Featuring Movie-M, Tshepo Fela, Nkoto Malebye, Pascaline Modiba and Cizario Roberts. Friday and Saturday. 8pm. R100, R70 with student cards. Call as above.
University of Pretoria, Lynnwood Rd; 012 420 3644:
Musaion, 012 420 2947/4183:
Lunch-hour concerts: Every Thursday. Go to the box office 12.40pm to 13.20pm. Free.
October 16 – UP Symphony orchestra, conductor Eric Rycroft.
Valhalla Primary School, cnr Olden and Meteor rds, Valhalla, Centurion:
Wild West Show. A musical produced by the Irene Dramatic Society. October 17 at 7.30pm, October 18 at 3pm and 7.30pm, Friday, October 24 at 7.30pm and Saturday, October 25 at 3pm and 7.30pm. R70 adults, R35 pensioners and children under 12 available at www.quicket.co.za. Enquiries: Patricia Pieterse at 082 713 4282.
Masterclass and international scholarship programme opportunities for singers:
Applications are invited from prospective participants in a masterclass to be held in Pretoria in February, conducted by Professor Josef Protschka of Musikhochschule in Cologne, Germany. Between January 31 and February 6, Protschka will offer masterclasses at the University of Pretoria. Candidates must send a CV and audio recording, (preferably mp3 files) to [email protected]. The recording should include one work each from the Baroque and Classical (preferably Mozart) periods, a 19th-century opera aria, plus a lied of the candidate’s choice. Eight candidates will be accepted. The deadline is December 1. Selected candidates will be responsible for organising their travel to and accommodation in Pretoria, but no charge for the masterclass. One student will be chosen for a one-year academic study with Protschka at the Music College in Cologne. The Apollo Music Trust will cover the expenses of that year of study. For further info, e-mail Richard Cock at the Apollo Music Trust ([email protected]) or call 011 447 9264.
JOBURG
Auto & General Theatre on the Square, Fifth St, Sandton, 011 883 8606, bookings: 083 377 4969 or www.strictlytickets.com:
Mix Tape. A musical comedy starring Mortimer Williams, Vanessa Frost and Kristi Suttner. Ends October 18, Tuesdays to Fridays 8.15pm, Saturdays at 6pm and 8.30pm. R70.
Classical music. 12.45pm for 1pm. R40 at the box office. Enquiries: 011 883 8606.
Friday: African Chess. Instruments include trombone, guitar and accordion.
October 17: Italian pianist Marco Grieio with works by Beethoven.
Barnyard Theatre, Cresta Shopping Centre, Beyers Naudé Drive, Randburg: 011 478 5300:
Time Warp. Rock stars, Hollywood and Broadway collide. Ends Sunday. R100 to R160.
Two Decades Collide. An ‘80s and ‘90s musical roller-coaster. October 14 to December 31. R100 to R175 at www.barnyardtheatre.co.za.
Barnyard Theatre , Rivonia Crossing 2, cnr Witkoppen and Rivonia rds, Sunninghill: 011 234 2033:
80’s Rewind. The total ‘80s party. Ends Sunday. R100 to R160 at www.barnyardtheatre.co.za.
Barnyard Beerfest. German-inspired food, beer stalls and live music. Saturday. 2pm to 10pm. R150, includes free beer mug.
Joburg Theatre Complex, cnr Loveday and Hoofd sts, Braamfontein: 011 877 6854, book at 0861 670 670:
The Mandela Theatre:
Brazouka. Produced by Pamela Stephenson Connolly. Brazilian dance. Ends October 18. From R180 as above.
Carnival City Casino, cnr Century and Elsburg rds, Brakpan, 011 898 7575/7000:
Ekurhuleni Melting Pot National Choral Festival. October 18 and 19 at 9.30am. Featuring 10 choirs: Thabang Serenade, Zwelitsha Adult Choir, Heavenly Voices, Transnet Port Terminal and others accompanied by KZN Philharmonic Orchestra as well as entertainers Zakes Bantwini, Afro Tenors, Celeste Ntuli and more.
Big Top Arena:
Redefined with The Parlotones. Friday. 7pm. R185 to R400 at Computicket.
Albert Hammond live in South Africa. Sunday. 6pm. R250 to R395 at Computicket.
Rio Rooms, Carnival City:
Afro-Beatz. Every last Sunday of the month. 3pm till late. R130 (entry and meal), at the entrance from 1pm. Call Siphiwe Motha at 083 856 3077.
Emperors Palace, 64 Jones Rd, Kempton Park, 011 928 1297/1213:
Theatre of Marcellus:
Master of Illusion, Johan Yssel. Ends October 18. R100. Friday and Saturday at 8pm, Sunday matinee at 3pm.
Barnyard Theatre at Emperors Palace, bookings: 011 928 1108, www.barnyard theatres.co.za or at the box office:
Battle of the Sexes. Rockers vs the divas of rock ‘n’ roll. Ends Sunday. R100 to R155.
Elvis Forever. A tribute to the King of Rock ‘n Roll, October 15. 8pm. R95.
Diamonds and Pearls. A tribute to Celine Dion, Neil Diamond and friends. October 16 to 19. R100 to R165.
Foxwood Theatre, 13 Fifth St, Houghton, bookings: 011 486 0935,073 447 9148 or [email protected]:
Classical music concert on October 26 with Ashley Roberts and Bongile Lecoge-Zulu. Music by Shubert, Debussy, Rachmaninoff, Beethoven and more. 3pm. R75.
The Bats. Until Sunday, Friday and Saturday at 8pm, Sunday at noon. R145.
Gold Reef City, cnr Northern Parkway and Data Crescent, Ormonde, 011 248 6800:
The Lyric, 011 248 5000:
The Bosso Showdown. Friday, October 17, R100 at Computicket or the box office.
Market Theatre, 56 Margaret Mcingana St, Joburg, 011 832 1641:
The John Kani Theatre: The Jittery Citizens – The Armando Diaz Experience. Improv troupe performs last Thursday of the month with a celebrity guest. R100.
Adapt or Fly. Pieter-Dirk Uys celebrates our democracy. Ends October 26. Tuesday to Friday at 8pm, Saturdays at 5pm, Sundays at 3pm. R163 to R185 at Computicket.
Barney Simon Theatre:
Have You Seen Zandile? by Gcina Mhlophe, starring MoMo Matsunyane and Zethu Dlomo, directed by Khutjo Green. Ends October 26. R83 to R166 at Computicket.
Montecasino, cnr William Nicol Drive and Witkoppen Rd, Fourways, 011 511 1818:
Pieter Toerien’s Theatre:
This is Captain Lottering Speaking! Comedy with Marc Lottering. October 15 to November 9. Wednesday to Saturday at 8pm, Sunday at 3pm. R100 to R170 at Computicket or the box office.
Studio Theatre: 011 511 1818:
The Vertical Hour, by David Hare, starring Michael Richard, Jackie Rens, Richard Gau and Jaco van Rensburg. Ends November 9. R150 at Computicket or the box office.
Madame Zingara: 0861 623 263:
After Forever Tour. R440 to R495 as above. Ends December 31.
National Children’s Theatre, Wynnstay House, 3 Junction Ave, Parktown, book at 011 484 1584/5. Info: [email protected]:
Under the Baobab Tree. Ends Sunday. Chairs R110, cushions R90. Booking essential. Call Claudy as above or e-mail [email protected].
Blue Room: Drama classes. Saturdays, 9am to noon during school term. Call Claudy as above.
UJ Arts Centre, cnr Kingsway and University Rd, Auckland Park, 011 559 3058:
#Thatsoqueer Festival. Launch concert with Federico Freschi and Christopher Duigan with works by Roissini and popular songs and hits from Broadway musicals. Today. 7.30pm.
Wits Theatre Complex, Jorissen St, Braamfontein: So Solo Theatre Festival. Today to October 19. 10 plays, 10 solo performances in a two-week festival. Plays: Cenotaph of Dan wa Moriri; Searching for Somebody; Meze, Mira and Makeup; The Kreutzer Sonata, Clown for Hire; What the Water Gave Me; Salaam Stories; Cheaper than Roses; Crayon Tower. Bookings at www.webtickets.co.za, www.wi6ts.ac.za/witstheatre.
Wits Great Hall: East Campus, University of the Witwatersrand, Yale Rd, Parktown, 011 717 1376 or Catherine.pisanti @wits.ac.za:
10th annual Standard Bank/Past lecture – The Ancestral Connection: Portraits of our Prehistoric Human Family, by paleo-artist John A Gurche. Thursday, October 16 at 6.30pm. The address will highlight how art can be used to better understand the science of human origins. Free, no booking necessary. See www.past.org.za or contact Past chief executive, Andrea Leenen, at 011 717 6668.
Wits Amphitheatre, 011 717 1376:
So Solo Theatre Festival: Verwoerd’s Assassin. A docu-drama written by Anton Robert Krueger, performed by Renos Nicos Spanoudes. October 15 at 8.30pm, October 17 at 1.15pm, October 18 at 4.30pm, October 19 at 5pm. Book at www.webtickets.co.za.
Wits Music Room, 8th Floor, Wits East Campus, Braamfontein: 011 717 1376:
Lunch-hour classical concert every Wednesday. 1.15pm to 1.50pm. Free:
Tomorrow: Heylene Jacobsz. Jazz piano and Sean Jacobs. Jazz vocals.
October 15: Callandra Youngleson. Jazz vocals.
Auditions:
Joburg Ballet Cuban School auditions on Saturday, October 18, from 10am to 4pm. Children aged six to 11 can audition for a place in this prestigious institution. The audition will entail a physical assessment, thus children need to be appropriately dressed: leotards (girls), T-shirts (boys), ballet tights and ballet shoes. Any tight clothing is permitted so that the panel may see the child’s body in motion. Auditions are free of charge, at Gypsey 1 Studio at Joburg Theatre, Hoofd Street, Braamfontein. Fees for 2015 are R1 500 a month. No previous ballet training or experience is required. Enquiries: Lindsay McDonald 076 1010 421.
Roodepoort Theatre is holding auditions for soloists and chorus members. Singers wanting a solo role need a letter of recommendation from their vocal coach and at least two professional productions on their repertoire; full student productions will be taken into account. To be considered for a comprimario (supporting) role, singers need a letter of recommendation from their vocal coach. Classically trained singers older than 16, who can read music, qualify to audition for the chorus. The chorus rehearses every Wednesday night at the theatre during the year. Auditions on November 10 at 7pm at the theatre. Contact Marisa Louw at 072 987 5780 or e-mail agent@ stefanlouw.co.za.
Competitions:
The third Len van Zyl Conductors’ Competition will take place in 2015/16. The competition is open to South Africans not older than 33 on January 1, 2016. It offers performance opportunity and master classes with international conductors; the semi-finalists and finalists perform with the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra and the overall winner receives an all-expenses paid one-month internship with the Philadelphia Orchestra in America and two months of study at Northwestern University in Chicago with Victor Yampolsky. Entry forms can be downloaded from the CPO website at www.cpo.org.za. Closing date is March 15, 2015. The chosen will participate in the preliminary round in June 2015 in Cape Town, with the semi-finals and finals in February, 2016. More info: [email protected]./[email protected].
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