Gauteng Boardwalk - June 24, 2014

Published Jun 24, 2014

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PRETORIA

South African State Theatre, 320 Pretorius St, Pretoria, 012 392 4000:

Reik Na Die Sterre – Die Musical, starring Willem Botha, Kristen Raath, Sarah Theron and Neels Clasen. July 10 to August 3. R250 at Computicket.

Baenz Oester and the Rainmakers accompanied by Afrika Mkhize and Ayanda Sikade. July 11. Book at Computicket.

Drama:

Youth Expressions Festival: The Muffinz. Saturday. 8pm. R20 to R150 at Computicket.

Rendezvous:

Tshwane Comedy Nights: R60 at Computicket, R80 at the door. 8pm. Saturday: Eureka Nkese, Mavusana VRS and Thabang ER.

Applause Square, State Theatre:

Youth Expressions Festival. The final battle in the Opera Foyer. Last Man Standing: tomorrow. From 4pm. R20 to R150 at Computicket.

Satchmos Courtyard:

Youth Expressions Festival. Slam poetry competitions, elimination rounds. Tomorrow from 5pm. Final battle at the Opera Foyer on Friday at 8pm under the Last Man Standing event. R20 to R150 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.

Storm op JupiTOER, with Lukas de Beer. Today. R120.

Old Friends – Tribute to Simon and Garfunkel, with Marcato (Ben van Zyl and Pieter Smit) and Storm Produktionz. 8pm. Tomorrow. R120 to R180.

Dozi unplugged. 8pm. Thursday.

Zebra and Giraffe. Friday.

Bennie Boekwurm, children’s theatre. 11am. June 30. R80.

Radio Raps. 8pm. July 3. R120.

Bobby van Jaarsveld. July 6.

Barnyard Theatre, Parkview Shopping Centre, cnr Garsfontein Rd and Netcare St, Moreleta Park, Pretoria, 012 368 1555:

Born to be Wild. Tribute to the wildest rock stars. Ends July 20. From R100.

Brooklyn Theatre, cnr 13th and Thomas Edison sts, Menlo Park, 012 460 6033, 012 346 3474 or iSalon in Brooklyn:

Gabriel Arnold piano recital. Swiss pianist. Sunday. 3pm. R120 to R140 at www.ticketspace.co.za.

Centurion Theatre, 123 Amcor Rd, Lyttelton Manor: 012 664 7859/8710, book as above:

Tyd Sal Leer, with Nicole Steenkamp. Friday. 9pm.

Children’s theatre: Sonja Herholdt en Tjokker. Saturday. 11am.

ZK Matthews Hall, Unisa, Muckleneuk:

Pinchas Zukerman, the award-winning violinist, with his wife, South African-born Canadian cellist Amanda Forsyth and pianist Angela Cheng. Sunday, August 31. 4pm. R350 (pensioners) to R450 at Computicket.

Pierneef Theatre, cnr Pierneef and Mogg aves, Villieria: 012 329 0709, tickets at the door:

Riana Nel. Tomorrow. 7pm.

Children’s theatre: Elizabeth Fourie with Die Heel Lekkerste Kinderliedjiekonsert. Saturday. 10am.

Kinderuur Kuiertyd. July 1. 10am.

Die Ploeters Kom Aarde Toe. July 2, 3 and 4. 10am.

Kinderuur Kuiertyd. July 5. 10am.

Drama workshop and concert. July 8, 10 and 12. Booking essential

Magonajatjie en die Dinosourusse. 10am. July 9.

A puppet show by Antoinette Snyman and a book launch of Wolkland by Carina Stander. R50, R40. July 11. 10am.

Magonajatjie en die Dinosourusse. July 15. 10am.

Die Drie Varkies (Weekidz Produksies). July 16 and 17. 10am.

Puppet show by Antoinette Snyman. July 18. 10am.

Sun City Theatre, 014 557 1144:

B’dazzled. Mondays to Wednesdays at 8pm. Ends September 27. R130 at Computicket.

Heavenly Bodies. 10pm. Thursdays to Saturdays. Ends September 27. R150 at Computicket.

JOBURG

Auto & General Theatre on the Square, Fifth St, Sandton, 011 883 8606, book at 083 377 4969 or www.strictlytickets.co.za:

Two in the Bush. Ends July 20.

Zandile Mzazi in Concert, featuring Mzazi with a string quartet and Ashan Peiris on piano. Sunday, July 6. 3pm. For lovers of opera.

@IVA-Home Theatre, cnr Hector and Erros sts, Bedworth Park, next to Sharpeville, 084 282 9160:

OBE… Not a Child’s Play… Friday and Saturday, July 4 and 5 at 6.30pm. R60 adults, R30 youths at the door.

Joburg Theatre Complex, cnr Loveday and Hoofd sts, Braamfontein: 011 877 6854: book at 0861 670 670:

The Mandela Theatre:

Cirque de la Symphonie. KZN Philharmonic Orchestra performs with Cirque acrobatics. Friday and Saturday.

Bongani Masuku Benefit Concert. South African artists will remember musician Bongani Masuku at a concert for his family and raise awareness for Artists Against Violence. July 2. Line-up: Ard Matthews, Claire Johnston, Johnny Clegg and band, Khanyo, Rino, Ross Learmonth, Sibongile Khumalo, Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse, Victor Masondo, Yvonne Chaka Chaka and musical director Andy Innes. From R250 at Computicket or as above. All proceeds to go into a trust fund for the family’s health and education priorities.

Russian Ballet Gala with Russia’s leading ballet stars. July 4 and 5 at 8pm, July 5 and 6 at 3pm. R200 to R450.

Joburg Ballet Studios at the Joburg Theatre: Lindsay McDonald at 076 101 0421:

Holiday heaven at winter school. A chance for young dancers to experience the environment of a professional company and theatre. June 30 to July 5. Early booking advised. Call Edgar Moagi at 011 877 6898 or e-mail [email protected].

People’s Theatre: 011 403 1563/2340:

My Son Pinocchio Jr: Disney’s award-winning musical. Ends August 10.

Bassline Jazz Club, 10 Henry Nxumalo St, Newtown Music Centre, 011 838 9145:

Johnnie Walker Red Hot Jazz Nights. Wednesdays. R50 at the door. Tomorrow: Paul Hanmer. July 2: Musa Manzini. July 9: Tlale Makhene.

Across the Bridge Sessions: Zolani Mahola, Black Cat Bones and The Runaway Train Cult. Friday. R150 at www.pnptickets.co.za.

African Storm Sound System Ragga Nights. Thursdays. Join The Admiral, Jah Seed and Bobotical. R100 at the door which opens at 9pm.

Montecasino, cnr William Nicol Drive and Witkoppen Rd, Fourways, 011 511 1818:

Pieter Toerien’s Theatre:

Defending the Caveman. Tim Plewman directs Alan Committie. Ends July 6, Fridays and Saturdays at 5pm and 8pm, Sundays at 3pm. R100 to R170 at Computicket.

Teatro:

Tori Amos in support of her album Unrepentant Geraldines, with Michael Lowman. Thursday and Friday. 8pm. R350 to R880 at Computicket.

Studio Theatre: 011 511 1818:

Wild. A comedy with Robert Fridjhon, directed by Alan Committie. Ends August 3.

Madame Zingara’s: 0861 623 263:

After Forever Tour. R440 to R495.

Market Theatre, 56 Margaret Mcingana St, Joburg, 011 832 1641:

The Jittery Citizens – The Armando Diaz Experience. Improv. Last Thursday of month. R100. Thursday features Mark Banks.

Missing, by John Kani. Ends July 13.

National Children’s Theatre, Wynnstay House, 3 Junction Ave, Parktown, bookings 011 484 1584/5. Info: [email protected]. See www.nationalchildrenstheatre.org. za.

Freckleface Strawberry. A musical based on the book by actress Julianne Moore. Ends July 20.

Winter holiday camp: Theatre arts training: June 30 to July 4. Classes daily, from 9am to noon. For ages 7 to 17. R1 000 for a five-day course (children must attend all five days). Contact Cindy or Claudy as above.

Carnival City Casino, cnr Century and Elsburg rds, Brakpan, 011 898 7575/7000.

Big Top Arena:

Business Premium Jazz Festival. Saturday. A four-hour bill of local jazz with Thandiswa Mazwai, Zonke, Khaya Mthethwa, Muzart and others. 7.30pm. R195 and R395 at Computicket.

Jozi Jazz Show with jazz legend Caiphus Semenya, Letta Mbulu and The Soil. July 5. R200 to R375 at Computicket

Coca-Cola Dome, Cnr Olievenhout Ave and Northumberland Rd, Northgate, Joburg, 011 794 5800:

Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic. July 11 to 20. With more than 60 Disney characters and music. Various times on different dates. R175 to R500 at Computicket. Family packages available.

Emperors Palace, 64 Jones Rd, Kempton Park, 011 928 1297/1213:

Theatre of Marcellus:

Blake and Cortes. British boy band Blake perform alongside Icelandic tenor Gardar Cortes with the Johannesburg Philharmonic Orchestra. Friday and Saturday. R300 to R600 at Computicket.

Foxwood Theatre, 13 Fifth St, Houghton, 011 486 0935:

Classic Concert: Ashley Roberts and Bongile Lecoge-Zulu. Enjoy music by Schubert, Debussy, Rachmaninoff, Beethoven and more. 3pm. R75. Sunday. Then the last Sunday of each month.

GoetheonMain, Arts on Main, 245 Main St, City and Suburban, Joburg, 011 442 3232.

Afflecktion. Ends Saturday at 7.30pm. Free.

Gold Reef City, cnr Northern Parkway and Data Crescent, Ormonde,011 248 6800:

Parker’s Comedy and Jive: 011 511 0081/2:

Comi-Kaze open mic competition with Deep Fried Man. Tomorrow. R90.

Joe Parker, Alain D Woolf, Warren Robertson, Joey Rasdien. Thursday R90; Friday and Saturday, R120.

Olive Tree Theatre, Yarona Mall, cnr Watt Ave and 3rd St, Alexandra, 011 079 4153:

Phases of Mirah. Ends Sunday, Tuesday to Saturday at 6pm, Sunday at 3pm. R80 at the door. Call Kerryn Irvin at 082 577 5293.

Roodepoort Theatre, 100 Christiaan de Wet Rd, Florida Park, Roodepoort, 011 674 1356:

Tick Tock Boom, by Stageworx School of Performing Arts. Friday to Sunday. Friday at 7.30pm, Saturday and Sunday at 2.30pm. R100 at 0861 670 670.

The Basement Theatre (Roodepoort City Theatre), 100 Christiaan de Wet Rd, Florida Park, Roodepoort, 011 674 1357:

My Band Project, opening doors into the music industry for young artists. Ends July 5. Bands get the opportunity to play for an audience. Youth bands and DJs aged 16 to 29 will have workshops conducted by music industry leaders. To enter, contact Masim at 011 047 1455, e-mail [email protected] or see www.youthartsfestival.co.za.

Sandton Convention Centre, Maude St, Sandown, 011 779 000:

Days of the Dinosaur. Designed to be educational, interesting and fun. Ends July 20. R140 adults, R95 children up to 18 years, R395 a family of four or R85 for schools at Computicket.

Shikisha in Newtown, Miriam Mekeba St, next to SAB World of Beer, Newtown, 011 492 1626:

Home Brew Comedy Nights every Thursday for up-and-coming comedians. R40 at the door. 8pm to 11pm.

Silverstar Casino, R28, Muldersdrift, Mogale City, 011 662 7300: book at [email protected].

The Way I See It, with Barry Hilton. July 4. 8pm. Doors open 7.30pm. R150.

Sophiatown Heritage and Cultural Centre, cnr Toby and Edward sts, Sophiatown: 011 673 1271.

Sophiatown Jazz Encounters featuring harmonica virtuoso Adam Glasser. Friday. Doors open 7pm. R100 advance bookings, or R110 at the door. Call Rinkie at 083 550 7130 or as above.

Soweto Theatre, cnr Bolani and Bolani Link rds, Jabulani, Soweto, 011 930 7461/2/3: book at Computicket or as below:

Book of Rebellations. Ends Sunday. Tickets at www.sowetotheatre.com, a Pick n Pay in Soweto or call Mimi as above.

Call for Entries:

The Imbewu Trust is calling for applications for the third SCriBE scriptwriting competition with a number of prizes available. The closing date is July 31 and the top five scripts will be selected for a week-long staged reading in October, with the opportunity for discussion and feedback from the public and members of the theatre industry. The winning script will be produced by a professional creative team for a run at a Cape Town theatre next year. A second winner will have the chance to further workshop their play, with a third award of the Scribbler’s Dream, a financial prize to enable a writer to work alongside a mentor to develop the script. The Imbewu Trust, a non-profit organisation, was founded by Same de Romijn and Paul Griffiths to create an accessible community of voices that can flourish through collaboration, resourcefulness and innovation. Imbewu is looking for new works of outstanding quality, original content and which represent the range of the South African theatre landscape. The scripts should be in English, no longer than 40 pages or 80 minutes, with no more than five cast members. For details visit www.imbewuarts.com.

Call for Proposals:

The DFL artists’ call for the Drama for Life Sex Actually is out. The 2014 festival engages a multi-dimensional approach to the thematic focus: Human Connection. The theme aims to interrogate and explore the questions of: what makes us human? How do we relate to each other? What do we learn about ourselves as individuals as well as through our relationships? What boundaries/ borders are we aware/unaware of? How, and to what extent, do we celebrate and fully engage all facets of our humanness? What levels and modes of connection amount to intimacy and sensuality? What are our understandings of safety and health in the intimate spaces? How have history and space affected our practice of human connection? Apply online for the festival at www.dramaforlife.co.za. More info from Zandile Bekwa at [email protected] or 011 717 4731.

Competitions:

iStart2 challenge. Open to all South Africans aged 16 to 35. Artists are invited to explore one of the seven sustainability concepts, to express their ideas about them and explore original ways of promoting awareness about them. The key sustainability concepts are: water, waste, energy, health and safety, people with disabilities, the elderly and indigenous people. Entries in seven categories of art: music, creative writing, dance, fine arts, applied arts and design, acting and multimedia will be accepted. Entries close July 31, entry forms available at www.istart2.com.

• Computicket: 083 915 8000

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