PRETORIA
South African State Theatre, 320 Pretorius St; 012 392 4000:
Momentum:
MzansIndia. Celebrates 20 years of democracy with a multi-cultural dance celebration by Anavarata Dance Institute. September 26 to October 5, Tuesday to Saturday at 8pm, Sunday at 3pm. R40 to R80 at Computicket.
Atterbury Theatre, cnr Daventry and Lynnwood rds, Lynnwood Bridge Centre; 012 471 1700 or 082 841 0783; book at Computicket or the door:
The Atterbury Culture Film Festival. September 22 to 24. See www.coolcapital.co.za.
Metropolar – a film, music and spoken word experience with Modise Sekgothe and Jotam Schoeman. September 22 at 8pm, September 24 at 6pm. R40 at the door.
In Search of our Own – The Forgotten Legacy of Norman Eaton. A documentary on the celebrated Pretorian architect. September 23 at 6pm, September 24 at 8pm. R40 at the door.
Portraits of Pretoria. September 22 at 6pm, September 23 at 8pm. R40 at the door.
Night of a Dying Sun with the Akustika Chamber Singers, CH2 and DJ Xavier. 8pm. September 25 and 26. R16.
Mr and Miss Jacaranda City. September 27. Call Valerie at 082 724 5605 to book.
Jakkie Louw sings Sinatra. September 28. 4pm. R130, R150.
Just Be with Nianell. 8pm. September 29. R130, R150.
Dark Side of the Moon – a tribute to Pink Floyd with Mel Botes and band. September 30. R140 to R180.
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 October 12. R100 to R160.
Live Sessions. Two bands, one night. September 28 at 8pm, with Iso and December Streets. R80.
Barnyard Beerfest. German-inspired food, beer stalls and live music. October 11. 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.
Brahms Piano Concerto 1 and 2 with the Gauteng Philharmonic Orchestra, featuring concert pianist Gustavo Romero. Friday at 8pm, Sunday at 3pm.
The Shadow of Brel with Godfrey Johnson, singer and pianist. Friday, October 3 at 8pm, October 5 at 3pm.
Casa Toscana Lodge, 5 Darlington Rd, Lynnwood Manor; 012 348 8820, 071 482 2197:
Ray Dylan. Thursday. 6pm. R290 includes dinner and performance.
Ghapi. Friday. 6pm. R290 includes dinner and performance.
Open mic and braai. September 24.
Von West. September 25.
Nadine. September 26.
Nadine. September 26.
Centurion Theatre, 123 Amcor Rd, Lyttelton Manor: 012 664 7859/8710, shows start at 8pm, booking as above:
Dowwe Dolla Betaal Belasting, with Margit Meyer-Rodenbeck. September 27. R130 to R140 at Computicket.
Laughing Chefs, 217 Soutpansberg Rd, Rietondale, Pretoria Moot; Esrida at 072 511 4946; Maggie at 082 823 7846:
Friday: Forte: Andrew Lloyd Webber, 7.30pm.
September 25 – Joshua na die Reen.
September 26 – Joshua na die Reen.
September 28 – Joshua na die Reen with buffet.
Pierneef Theatre, cnr Pierneef and Mogg aves, Villieria: 012 329 0709; tickets at the door:
Radio Kalahari Orkes. Thursday. 7pm. R140.
Die Hart is maar net ‘n Pomp – Chris Barnard, with Johan Engelbrecht, directed by Karin Retief. Sunday at 3pm, September 24 at 7pm.
Sun City Theatre, 014 557 1144:
B’dazzled. Mondays to Wednesdays at 8pm. Ends September 27. R130 at Computicket.
Heavenly Bodies. Thursdays to Saturdays at 10pm. Ends September 27. R150 at Computicket.
Peninsula, Cascades, Valley of the Waves:
Spring Celebration featuring Die Campbells (October); Lcnvl (October 25), Nakhane Toure (September 27) as well as DJs and Afrikaans artists, Loukmaan Adams, Terry Fortune, Bongile Mantsai, Carlo Daniels, Moenier Adams (October and November) and appearances The Giant Puppets and a Marimba band (both September 24). Ends October 25. For more info, visit http://www.suninternational.com/suncity/ events/pages/detail.aspx?itemid=1407 or e-mail [email protected].
University of Pretoria, Lynnwood Rd; 012 420 3644:
Musaion, 012 420 2947/4183:
Lunch-hour concerts: Every Thursday. Go to the box office between 12.40pm and 13.20pm. Free.
Thursday – Mamelodi Music School directed by Lyn Pruneau.
September 25 – St Alban’s Choir conducted by Lhente-Mari Pitout.
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 from 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:
Bash by Neil Labute. Ends September 27.
In Conversation with Jenny & Co. Today: Ragged Glory – Ray Hartley in conversation with Stephen Grootes. Tomorrow: I’m Not Your Weekend Special – Bongani Madondo, the music guru in conversation with Jenny Crwys-Williams. R140.
Classical music concerts on Fridays. 12.45pm for 1pm. R40. Go to the box office from 12.30pm. Enquiries: 011 883 8606.
Friday: David Tombak and Coleen Mare with works by Vivaldi, Bach, Faure and Brahms.
Barnyard Theatre, Rivonia Crossing 2, cnr Witkoppen and Rivonia rds, off Rivonia Rd turnoff on the N1: 011 234 2033:
80’s Rewind. The total ‘80s Party. Ends October 12. R100 to R160.
Joburg Theatre Complex, cnr Loveday and Hoofd sts, Braamfontein:011 877 6854: book at 0861 670 670:
The Mandela Theatre:
Just Dance finals. September 28 at 11am. R150.
Joburg Ballet Studios at the Joburg Theatre: Lindsay McDonald: 076 101 0421:
La Bayadere and The Nutcracker Re-Imagined. Ends September 28. R100 to R400.
People’s Theatre: 011 403 1563/2340:
Hans Christian Andersen’s Tales. Ends October 5.
Carnival City Casino, cnr Century and Elsburg rds, Brakpan, 011 898 7575/7000:
Big Top Arena:
A Night with Kem – Live in South Africa, featuring R&B star Kem. Saturday at 8pm and Sunday at 5pm. R495 to R1 455 at Computicket.
Emperors Palace, 64 Jones Rd, Kempton Park, 011 928 1297/1213:
Theatre of Marcellus:
Rainbow at Midnight with Nataniël. Ends September 28. R160 to R220 at the box office or Computicket.
Centre Court:
Kings and Queens of Comedy, hosted by Kuli Roberts. September 23 at 8pm. From R185 at Computicket.
Barnyard Theatre at Emperors Palace, bookings at 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 October 12. R100 to R155.
Foxwood Theatre, 13 Fifth St, Houghton (on Rosebank side of the M1), 011 486 0935:
Classic concert on last Sunday of the month. 3pm.
Liza with a T, with Tonya Koenderman in a tribute to Liza Minnelli. Friday to Sunday at 8pm except Sunday shows which start at noon. R130.
Spring Festival: Hound Dog with Matt Stern. A tribute to Elvis. September 23 at 5.30pm. R140.
Doep is nie Dood nie. September 24. 8pm. R120.
Francois Hardy and Brel – So Alive, So Well. Cat Simoni and Paul Spence. September 27 at noon and 8pm, September 28 at noon, R140.
Anna Davel in Concert. September 28 at 3.30pm. R120.
Goethe-Institut, 119 Jan Smuts Ave Parkwood, 011 442 3232:
European Day of Languages. September 23. 2pm to 6pm. Free entry.
Gold Reef City, cnr Northern Parkway and Data Crescent, Ormonde, 011 248 6800:
The Lyric, 011 248 5000:
The Bosso Showdown. Friday. R100 at Computicket or the box office. Ends December 5.
Urban Rhythms. Jessica Mbangeni will launch her album Goli on September 26. R150 to R335 at Computicket or the box office.
Coloured President. Comedy for the whole family by Carvin H Goldstone. September 27. From R120 at Computicket or the box office.
Heia Safari Ranch, Muldersdrift:
Peace Starts 2014 Concert. Sunday: featuring Ross Learmonth and Neil Breytenbach (Prime Circle), Slikour and Shugamakx, The Graeme Watkins Project, Cito and Martin Schofield, Josie Field, Brandon October and other. Free but pre-booking essential at www.peacestarts.co.za. Take picnic blankets, umbrellas and chairs, no food or drinks allowed. 1pm to 5pm, gates open noon.
La Trinita Restaurant, Kyalami Downs Shopping Centre, Midrand, 011 466 7949:
The Singer’s Choice, featuring Gauteng Opera’s Forté. Tomorrow. 6.30pm for 7pm. R400 (includes a three-course Italian dinner). Bookings: Arnold Cloete: 012 322 7944 or La-La as above.
Market Theatre, 56 Margaret Mcingana St, Joburg, 011 832 1641:
Barney Simon Theatre:
The Braam Fischer Waltz. Tomorrow. 7.30pm for 8.15pm.
Montecasino, cnr William Nicol Drive and Witkoppen Rd, Fourways, 011 511 1818:
Pieter Toerien’s Theatre:
A Handful of Keys. Ends October 5. R100 to R170 at Computicket.
Teatro:
Sibongile Khumalo Celebrates Birthday with Sipho Mabuse, Kabomo Vilakazi and Mimi Mthenjwa. Saturday. 7.30pm. Book at Computicket.
Studio Theatre: 011 511 1818:
Constellations. Ends September 28.
Madame Zingara: 0861 623 263:
After Forever Tour. R440 to R495 as above.
National Children’s Theatre, Wynnstay House, 3 Junction Ave, Parktown, book 011 484 1584/5. Info: [email protected]:
Great Expectations. Ends October 19.
Blue Room: Drama classes. Saturdays, 9am to noon during school term. Call Claudy as above.
Oak Leaf Restaurant, 61 Rivonia Rd, Sandton, 011 884 5837, info@theoakleaf. co.za: Old Johannesburg Stock Exchange:
Andrew Lloyd Webber concert with Forte of Gauteng Opera. September 26 at 7pm.
POPArt Performing Arts Centre: next to Arts on Main, 286 Fox St, Joburg. Book at www.popartcentre.co.za.
Stig: I’m Just Saying. A comedy. Thursday. 8pm.
Josie Field, Chiba. Friday. R80 pre-sale or R100.
Roodepoort Theatre, 100 Christiaan de Wet Road, Florida Park, 011 674 1356/7/8/9:
Max Kaan. Hypnotist. Saturday, September 27 at 7pm. Enquiries: 011 672 0716 or 074 601 4810.
Sandton Convention Centre, Maude St, Sandown, 011 779 000:
Standard Bank Joy of Jazz: US vocalist Gregory Porter, drummer Roy Hargrove, Sibongile Khumalo, Gloria Bosman, Tutu Puoane, Kesivan Naidoo and more. September 25 to 27. Day pass R750, weekend pass R1 250 at Computicket.
Mbira Stage, Sandton Convention Centre:
Kicks & Sticks Orchestra at Joy of Jazz. September 26 at 7.45pm and September 27 at 7pm.
Silverstar Casino, 011 662 7300: bookings at [email protected].
Juanita du Plessis. Thursday and Friday. Doors open 7pm, show at 8pm. R150.
Dowwe Dolla Betaal Belasting. September 24. 8pm. R125.
Soweto Theatre, cnr Bolani and Bolani Link Rd, Jabulani, Soweto. 011 930 7461/2/3, bookings at Computicket.
Africa Uzwite, concert by Todd Twala and Thembi Nyandeni. Today to Thursday at 8pm. R80.
Letho Music Show. Friday at 7.30pm. R80 to R120.
Comic’s Choice Awards Showcase with Loyiso Gola. Saturday. 8pm. R120.
Africapella presents Muversations. Sunday. 3pm. R150.
Wits Theatre, cnr Jorissen and Station sts, Braamfontein, 011 717 1376:
Paco Renteria, a Mexican virtuoso guitar player. Tomorrow at 7.30pm.
Wits Downstairs Theatre Loading Bay, Wits East Campus, Braamfontein:
No Good Friday, by Athol Fugard. September 23 to October 1, September 23, 25, 26, 30 and October 1 at 7.30pm, September 27 at 2pm and 7pm. R50 a the door, pensioners and students R40.
The Atrium, SW Engineering Building, Wits East Campus, 1 Jan Smuts Ave, Braamfontein: 011 717 1376:
Three Divas and a Divo, The Mary Rorich Tribute Concert. Saturday. 7pm. Tickets from Lerato Sekele as above.
Linder Auditorium, Wits Education Campus, 27 St Andrews Rd, Parktown, Joburg:
Da Vinci Graduation, with Forte Gauteng Opera. Tomorrow. 7.30pm.
Call for Entries:
South African Community Theatre Association (Sancta) is running a mini one-act festival at the Hillbrow Theatre from December 1 to 6, with rehearsals the previous week. They are looking at nine to 12 plays. The play must run between 30 and 45 minutes. There must be a minimum of three speaking parts. Dance/choreography – singing/ music – own language – can only be used for 20 percent of the production and it must form part of the storyline. The rest of the play must be in English/ Afrikaans. You have five minutes to set the play and three minutes to strike the set in blue lights or penalties are incurred. Each play will have a two-hour rehearsal period the week before the festival. There will be one day of workshops by Dorothy Gould and other professionals for all groups and each group will have their own two-hour mentoring session – between October and November. The casts and crew must be at the theatre one hour before technical and performance. The fest will be adjudicated by professional adjudicators who will give feedback on the plays nightly and decide which plays will go through to the final round. Written adjudications will follow later. The fully scripted typed play – even if a work-shopped play – must be sent to Noel McDonald of Sancta by October 5. Entry fees are R200, Sancta membership fee and R200 for application to the festival. Contact Noel McDonald: 083 309 4315.
Auditions:
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 and although having stage experience is beneficial it is not a pre-requisite. 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: 072 987 5780 or e-mail [email protected].
• Computicket: 083 915 8000.
• Strictlytickets: 082 553 5901/3.
• E-mail info to [email protected] by Thursday. Please put “boardwalk” in the subject line.