PRETORIA
South African State Theatre, 320 Pretorius St; 012 392 4000; book at Computicket.
Momentum:
Forgiveness, adapted and co-written by Keamoetswe Moeketsane with Nokuthuyla Mashaba, starring Boitumelo Modise, Dannie Putter, Joseph Komani, Kedibone Motloutsi and others. Ends Sunday, Tuesdays to Saturdays at 8pm, Sunday 3pm. Tuesday R40, Wednesday to Sunday R80.
Arena:
My Boetie Se Sussie Se Ou. Ray Cooney’s laugh-a-minute show ends Sunday, Tuesday to Saturday at 8pm, Saturdays and Sundays at 3pm. R130 to R170 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:
Sarie Front Page Announcement 2014 with Bobby van Jaarsveld, Charlize Berg and Elma Smit, 6.30pm. Today. R130, R150.
Our own three tenors and LS Constantia Park Junior Choir, Philip Kotze, Du Preez Stoltz and Chris Coetzer. 7pm. Tomorrow. R120. Book with Carinda Fourie: [email protected], Antoinette Venter: 078 786 7633 or [email protected].
Resonate – Songs of a Dancing Poet. Friday and Saturday at 8pm. R120. Book with Lizelle van Tonder at 082 826 6289.
Doop is Nie Dood Nie with Jannie du Toit. 4pm. Sunday. R120, R140.
The Atterbury Culture Film Festival. September 22 to 24. See www.coolcapital.co.za.
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.
Caro Mio Ben (Arie Antiche). Teresa de Wit, Barend van der Westhuizen and Paul Ferreira with a programme of antique period piece arias from the 18th and 19th century. Wednesday and Friday at 8pm, Sunday at 3pm.
Brahms Piano Concerto 1 and 2 with the Gauteng Philharmonic Orchestra, featuring concert pianist Gustavo Romero. Friday, September 19 at 8pm, Sunday, September 21 at 3pm.
Casa Toscana Lodge, 5 Darlington Rd, Lynnwood Manor; 012 348 8820, 071 482 2197:
Simon and Garfunkel by Marcato. Friday. R290 includes dinner and performance.
Ray Dylan. Thursday, September 18. 6pm. R290 includes dinner and performance.
Ghapi. Friday, September 19. 6pm. R290 includes dinner and performance.
Open mic and braai. September 24.
Von West. September 25.
Nadine. September 26.
Laughing Chefs, 217 Soutpansberg Rd, Rietondale, Pretoria Moot; Esrida at 072 511 4946; Maggie at 082 823 7846:
Thursday: Manuel Escorcio.
September 19: Forte: Andrew Lloyd Webber.
NG Stella St Kerk, Waterkloof: Elmarie van der Vyver at 083 285 0949.
Grenzeloos Nederlands – Jules de Corte with Bert van den Brink and Jannie du Toit. Tomorrow. 7.30pm.
Pierneef Theatre, cnr Pierneef and Mogg aves, Villieria: 012 329 0709; tickets at the door:
Jannie Moolman. Friday at 7pm.
Die Devine Babes. Songs from Broadway with Rochelle Veenemans, Tatum Veenemans, Emma Daniels, Alouise Strydom and Michelle Veenemans. Saturday at 10am.
LA Fires with acoustic folk rock and guest artist Fritz Gunter. Saturday 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 (October 11) and appearances by Little Miss Sunshine, Mr Bump, (both Saturday) The Giant Puppets and a Marimba band (both September 24). Ends October 25. From 60. For more info, visit http://www.suninternational. com/sun-city/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 – UP Youth Choir conducted by Lhente-Mari Pitout.
September 18 – 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 next year, 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 are asked to send a CV and an 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, directed by Megan Willson with Daniel Janks, Ashleigh Harvey, James Alexander and Jessica Friedan. Today to September 27.
Up Close and Personal with Branden James, the classical/crossover tenor from America’s Got Talent. For one performance only. Sunday. 3pm. R150.
Joburg Theatre Complex, cnr Loveday and Hoofd sts, Braamfontein: 011 877 6854: book at 0861 670 670:
Joburg Ballet Studios at the Joburg Theatre: Lindsay McDonald: 076 101 0421:
La Bayadere and The Nutcracker Re-Imagined. Friday to September 28. R100 to R400.
People’s Theatre: 011 403 1563/2340:
To join the Kids’ Club, call Andrew or Lorraine or see www.peoplestheatre.co.za
Hans Christian Andersen’s Tales. Ends October 5.
Emperors Palace, 64 Jones Rd, Kempton Park, 011 928 1297/1213:
Theatre of Marcellus:
Rainbow at Midnight with Nataniël, Corlea, Lindiwe Bungane, Nicolaas Swart and others. Ends September 28. R160 to R220 at the box office or Computicket.
Foxwood Theatre, 13 Fifth St, Houghton (on Rosebank side of the M1), 011 486 0935:
Classic concert on the last Sunday of every month at 3pm.
Liza with a T, featuring Tonya Koenderman, directed by Neil Lessick in a tribute to Liza Minnelli. Friday to Sunday and September 19, 20, 21 at 8pm except Sunday shows which start at noon. R130.
Goethe-Institut, 119 Jan Smuts Ave Parkwood, (entrance off Newport Rd), 011 442 3232:
Concert performed by the New Music SA Ensemble with Carl Stone (US/Japan), Tomoko Momiyama (Japan), Brydon Bolton (SA), Frank Mallows (SA), Thabo Rapoo (SA), Jill Richards (SA), Waldo Alexander (SA), Jürgen Bräuninger (SA), Sazi Dlamini (SA) and Jonathan Crossley (SA). Thursday at 8.30pm. R40 (or R50 at Wits Music Room, Wednesday).
Gold Reef City, cnr Northern Parkway and Data Crescent, Ormonde, 011 248 6800:
The Lyric, 011 248 5000:
Comedy Central – Divine, hosted by Gareth Cliff. Friday and Saturday. R205 to R390 at Computicket or box office.
La Trinita Restaurant, Shop G1A, Kyalami Downs Shopping Centre, Kyalami, Midrand, 011 466 7949:
The Singer’s Choice, featuring Gauteng Opera’s Forté with songs such as Adagio, Nessun Dorma, Hallelujah and Senza Catene. Wednesday, September 17 at 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:
The John Kani Theatre:
The Jittery Citizens – The Armando Diaz Experience. Jozi improv troupe performs the last Thursday of the month. Each month there is a celebrity guest. R100.
Barney Simon Theatre:
Wozabona Arts Bazaar: Community Theatre Programme: Mhla Salamana directed by Thando Doni from Western Cape; Queen: The Chosen One directed by Mxolisi Masilela from Gauteng; TO & Ma 7 directed by Malizo Mdekazi from Gauteng; and Human Race directed by Phelani and Sanele Mzimela from KwaZulu-Natal. There will also be a variety of stand-up comedy, poetry and music interspersed between the four productions. Arts and craft market and Food vendors throughout the festival. R83 gives entry to all the events on the day. Thursday activities start 4pm, Saturday at noon and Sunday at 3pm. See www.markettheatre.co.za for daily schedule. Book at Computicket or the box office.
Montecasino, cnr William Nicol Drive and Witkoppen Rd, Fourways, 011 511 1818:
Pieter Toerien’s Theatre:
A Handful of Keys. With Ian von Memerty, Jonathan Roxmouth and Roelof Colyn. Ends October 5. R100 to R170 at Computicket.
Teatro:
Cirque Éloize iD. Ends Sunday. R120 to R350 at Computicket.
Studio Theatre: 011 511 1818:
Constellations, starring Janna Ramos-Violante and Ashley Dowds. 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]:
Under the Baobab Tree. Ends Friday. Chairs R110, cushion seating R90.
Oak Leaf Restaurant, 61 Rivonia Rd, Sandton, 011 884 5837, [email protected]: Old Johannesburg Stock Exchange:
Spring, with Gauteng Opera. Friday. 7pm.
Route 82, 361 Plantation Rd, Walkerville, Rudolph: 079 498 7040, [email protected]:
Mama Mia! – The Dinner, with Carly Graeme and Bruce J Little. Dress-up is encouraged. R250 inclusive of dinner, show and complimentary arrival drink. Saturday at 8pm or Sunday at 1pm.
Shikisha, Miriam Makeba St, next to SAB World of Beer, Newtown, 011 492 1626:
Home Brew Comedy Nights every Thursday. R40 at the door. 8pm to 11pm.
UJ Arts Centre, cnr Kingsway and University Rd, Auckland Park, 011 559 3058:
Johannesburg Youth Orchestra Symphony. Sunday at 3pm, featuring Peter Cartwright, conducted by Eddie Clayton. The programme: Egmont Overture (Beethoven), Symphony No 8 (Dvorak) and Piano Concerto No 1 (Liszt). R50 at the door or from Yvonne at 011 484 1257.
Wits Theatre, cnr Jorissen and Station sts, Braamfontein, 011 717 1376:
Paco Renteria, a Mexican virtuoso guitar player. September 17 at 7.30pm.
Wits Music Room, 8th Floor, University Corner, Wits East Campus, Braamfontein: 011 717 1376:
Unyazi IV Electronic Music Festival: a concert and talk with the German multimedia artist, Alfred Harth. Concert tomorrow at 8.30pm, talk Friday at 11.45am at Wits School of the Arts; concert Saturday at 8.30pm in the Music Room. R40.
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The Orbit, 81 De Korte St, Braamfontein, bookings 011 339 6645:
The sounds of Wits Music’s students on Tuesdays and Fridays at 12.30pm. Details: [email protected]
Linder Auditorium, Wits Education Campus, 27 St Andrews Rd, Parktown, Joburg:
Da Vinci Graduation, with Forte Gauteng Opera. Wednesday, September 17 at 7.30pm.
Call for Proposals:
Call for proposals for the main programme of the South African State Theatre (April 1, 2015 to March 31, 2016).
It offers theatre practitioners the opportunity to present their productions on any of their six stages. The theatre will fund successful productions to the tune of R200 000 and the venue for four weeks including move-in; access to wardrobe and décor; marketing, advertising and publicity; 15 percent of gross box office income.
Submit proposals, by Monday, to The Artistic Director, Aubrey W Sekhabi, SA State Theatre, 320 Pretorius St, Pretoria, 0002, or Aubrey@ statetheatre.co.za
Successful companies will be informed by October 30. Info: [email protected]
The National Arts Festival is calling for proposals for the 2015 Main programme which will run July 2 to 12 next year.
Download a proposal brief from the website www.nationalartsfestival.co.za. Send no later than Friday.
All proposals must be submitted as per the proposal brief. Inquiries should be addressed to the Artistic Director, Ismail Mahomed, 046 603 1103 or by e-mail to [email protected]. Enquiries should be addressed to the Fringe Manager, Zikhona Nweba, 046 603 1177, or by e-mail to zee@nationalarts festival.co.za
• Computicket: 083 915 8000.
• Strictlytickets: 082 553 5901/3.
• E-mail your info to clare.braun@ inl.co.za, by Thursday, with “boardwalk” in the subject line.