Four-piece outfit Live at Primi perform funked jazz from 4pm till 7pm at Primi Piatti Greenmarket Square, 52 Shortmarket Street, Cape Town. Expect a fusion of funk, jazz and blues from Titch Jean-Pierre on lead guitar and vocals and Frank Cuddumbey on keyboards and vocals. Telephone Lara on 021 424 7466 to book.
- Now showing at the Playhouse, Somerset West, is Lindy Scott's production of Neverland, the story of how Peter Pan learned to fly and how Captain Hook lost his hand, with original music and lyrics by Shiraz (ex Dooleys). Booking: Carol, telephone 021 852 5182.
- Wine-lovers can enjoy a selection of top-rated Pinotages at a public tasting at the President Hotel in Sea Point at 6 for 6.30pm. Pinotage Association chairman Beyers Truter will lead wine enthusiasts through a tasting of the best-rated wines from the Wine Magazine 2003 Pinotage Champion of the Year awards.
The wines include the winning Tukulu 2001, the Moreson 2001 and the Cederberg 2001, all rated four stars. The cost of R110 includes a gourmet meal tailored around Pinotage. Booking: telephone Lesley Minnaar at 021 530 3201 or email [email protected]
- Women not only get discounted (two for one) entry on Friday nights at CityRock indoor climbing gym, but are also treated to feminine indulgences and the chance to win free climbing courses. All the gear you need is available to rent. For details, and to find out about free courses, telephone 021 447 1326 or visit www.cityrock.co.za
- Calling all barflies: enjoy the seductive sounds of The Mix, led by Julia, in the Five Flies Upstairs Bar from 6pm. The venue is at 14 to 16 Keerom Street, Cape Town, opposite the Supreme Court. Details: telephone 021 424 4442 or email [email protected]
- Kennedy's Cigar Bar, 251 Long Street, Cape Town, also offers some exciting sounds with the dynamic Erica Lundi making the music with the Alvin Dyers Trio: Dyers on guitar, Eddie Jooste on bass and Denver Furness on drums. Details: telephone 021 424 1212.
- Coffee Junction at Tiger Valley has featured the same band, Evergreen, for nearly 10 years each Friday evening from 8 to 11. It says something for their ever-fresh treatment of the jazz classics that the fans continue to pack in year after year. Coffee Junction has a wide-ranging menu, is fully licensed and has an inner smoker's sanctum not too far from the band.
The lead singer is Laney Boonzaier, supported by Gilbert Lang on piano, Vernon Varty on guitar and Mike Hill on double bass. To get there use the upper parking area and take the right-hand entrance into the upper level. Booking is advisable: telephone Maria on 021 914 1670.
- If you've had a tough week at the office and want to set your soul flying, what you need is a visit to World of Birds in Hout Bay. It is one of the biggest bird parks in the world and has over 3 000 birds and small animals of 320 species. You can walk through the spacious aviaries and see flamingos, owls, parrots, birds of prey, cranes, monkeys and many more. Details: 021 790 2730.
- Levi's in association with the Green Dolphin presents Shawn Phillips, for one night only - tonight. This fantastic Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, humanitarian and guitarist returns to the Waterfront venue following last year's sellout success there. The night will begin with one of Cape Town's folk-jazz legends, Tina Schouw. Booking: 021 421 7471.
- End your week with a blast: take your family or friends for an hour or two of heart-pumping action at Kenilworth Karting. You can race six at a time around this twisty circuit, with a back straight where the karts get up to 65km/h - and this with your seat only 5cm off the tarmac.
A full safety briefing, helmets and clean balaclavas are provided. A licensed pub and tuck shop-refreshment kiosk is on hand, as well as pool tables, games and a Scalextric model car race circuit. Phone 021 683 2670 before you visit as some evenings are fully booked by corporate groups.
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