Prophetic Day of Revival on the cards for Cape Town. Mega outdoor event that will transform the face of C.T. Worship unto God through singing, dance, instruments and prayer is the order of the day. All dancers, shofar blowers, african drummers, worship teams and bands and intercessors to register now, to receive briefing.
Venue:
Metropolitan SportsField Bonteheuwel Cape Town
Contact details:
contact: Quinton Bosch 072 137 4210 or qrbosch@gmail.com Jonathan Josephs 073 397 7141 or info@one-day.co.za facebook: onedaycrusade@ymail.com www.one-day.co.za

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Time: 10 am until 10pm
Entrance: R 0.00 / free
Type of Event: Music, Outdoors, Other

Live entertainment Fredi Nest , Wicus , Nicholis Louw and many more artists . Food Stalls Kids play area LOLLOS and so much more !
Venue:
Paarl De Ville Stellenbosch
Contact details:
Carmen 084 515 7000

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Time: 10H00 till 22h00
Entrance: R50 Adults R20 Kids
Type of Event: Music, Outdoors, Expo

For the first time on a South African stage, the well known British Comedy Are you Being Served? directed by Ann Coetzee opens on 1 December. When the motley crew of the Grace Brothers department store prepare for a staff holiday in Spain, they survive their stay in the tropics at a one-star establishment and their encounters with everything from a Spanish crumpet to randy revolutionaries with everything intact but their modesty. This is a comedy for everyone and should not be missed.
Venue:
The Playhouse Theatre, Lourensford Rd, Somerset West
Contact details:
Ann Coetzee 082 678 9077

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Time: 8pm week days, 2.30 & 6.30pm on Saturdays, 2.30pm
Entrance: R60 - R80
Type of Event: Theatre

An energetic, rock’n roll, twisting tribute which will take audiences on a roller coaster ride with the songs of Elvis Presley, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Beatles, Rod Stewart,Shakin Stevens, The Spencer Davis Group and many more! Featuring stalwart rocker Vernon Barnard and James “Elvis Presley” Marais. James Marais is a well known Elvis Presley Tribute Artist. Rocker Vernon Barnard is well known for his 60’s, 70’s and 80’s tribute shows as well as Beatles and Bee Gees tributes. So bring a picnic basket, put on your boogie shoes, and hop on for the ride of your life!
Venue:
Villa Pascal, 28 van der Westthuizen Str Durbanville
Contact details:
Tel: 021 975 2566 / 082 569 4147

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Time: 19h30
Entrance: R90
Type of Event: Music

Join us for a fun filled Xmas shopping experience. Holistic Fayre promises to keep you and your family entertained. Be entertained by Belly Dancers, Bollywood Dancers, drumming and live music, Group Crossing Over Session. Fill the Xmas stocking with Dazzling jewels, widest selection of esoteric books and Angel Cards. Mouth watering cupcakes, curry, mutton potjiekos. Be thrilled at the widest selection of incense sticks and natural aromatherapy home, personal care. your pets with natural and organic treatments. Relax with an Indian Head Massage, Energy Healing or reflexology. Peep into 2012 with a Fortune Teller. The Bothasig Holistic Fayre promises to be an experience not to be missed.
Venue:
Bothasig Hall Link Road Behind super Plants
Contact details:
Nina Ganci 082-637-7416 www.aboutholistic.co.za

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Time: 10am - 4pm
Entrance: R5-00
Type of Event: Expo

This powerful 2nd annual installment of SOUND ON SCREEN will include music documentaries, biopics and concert films covering a range of artists and genres, from abroad and locally. Most movies will make their South African theatrical debut and include JAMES BLUNT, OZZY OSBOURNE, THE PRODIGY, WENDY O. WILLIAMS, BLACK METAL, PUNK, THE HEART IS A DRUM MACHINE and local doccies THE CREATORS and MAMA GOEMA. The event will end with a live performance by Cape Town female-fronted Industrial-Metal band TERMINATRYX for their remix album launch (Sat 10 Dec), as a live global on-line video stream link. All details at website.
Venue:
The Labia Theatre, 68 Orange Street, Gardens
Contact details:
021 424 5927

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Time: All day
Entrance: R30
Type of Event: Music, Theatre, Other

Launching of new cars, new bonuses, new incentive trips, new products
Venue:
Bellavista Lodge,Cape Town
Contact details:
Zandile Shenxane (011) 446-9875) 0797287238

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Time: 2pm
Entrance: free
Type of Event: Other

Op Saterdag 10 Des is dit weer tyd vir die Bakgat Somer Opskop in die GrandWest Arena. Van Suid Afrika se top kunstenaars tree almal op by een van die grootste plaaslike musiek konserte. Steve Hofmeyr, Bobby van Jaarsveld, Snotkop, Die Broers, Manie Jackson, Andriette Norman, Emo Adams, Karlien van Jaarsveld en Andries Vermeulen beloof om n goeie vertoning vir die hele gesin te gee. Bring jou Ma, Pa, Ouma, Oupa,Broer, Suster en kinders na die heerlike familie aand.
Venue:
GrandWest Arena
Contact details:
Christo 082 895 5093 / 021 981 5010

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Time: 19:00
Entrance: R80-R240
Type of Event: Music

Explore a variety of advanced asana, pranayama and meditation techniques, taught straight from the mat. 15 October | 12 November | 10 December Karma Shala Yoga Studio 2 – 4:30pm R150.00 For more information or to book your space: Contact Jim on 083 642 5256 or email nicky@karmashalayoga.co.za
Venue:
Karma Shala Yoga Studio
Contact details:
Jim on 083 642 5256

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Time: 2 - 4:30pm
Entrance: R150
Type of Event: on, Other

Come and enjoy your shopping at our unique market in a Christmas filled atmosphere. Bring all your family and friends and fill your baskets with lovely handmade gifts. Spoil yourself at our restaurant with something to eat & drink. See you there.
Venue:
C/o 2nd Avenue & Wrench, Parow. Lede in Christus kerk
Contact details:
Michelle - 0833821221 Christelle - 0725743652

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Time: Mon - Fri 10h00 - 20h00 Sat 10h00 - 15h00
Entrance: Free Entry
Type of Event: Other

"Wies Bang" is Van Coke Kartel's fourth album which will be released in November. This show at Buckley's will introduce their new album.
Venue:
Buckley's, Edward Street, Bellville
Contact details:
021 910 4458

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Time: Door open at 19h00. First band up at 22h00.
Entrance: R50
Type of Event: Music

Year end function - Come into the mood of Christmas and spend an enjoyable evening with us at Pwp. Good Ballroom and Latin dancing with good music. Bring your own eats and drinks.
Venue:
Voortrekker School Hall, Salisbury Road, Wynberg.
Contact details:
Alan or Elize 0845005550 or 021 9795746

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Time: 20h00
Entrance: R50 pp
Type of Event: Other

A charitable fundraiser, the Noddy Christmas Party held by Round Table in Rondebosch offers a wonderful fun-filled evening to families with children. Our Christmas Parties have been running annually for 30 years and are organised and manned by volunteers. All proceeds are spent on worthy charitable causes. A event definately not to be missed!
Venue:
Round Table
Contact details:
www.noddy.co.za

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Time: 6pm - 9.30pm
Entrance: R40.00
Type of Event: Bandstand

The annual Durbanville Beer Festival showcases beers from South Africa’s Craft breweries to the larger commercial brew masters bringing all beer lovers together to appreciate the fine craft of beer making, to be held again this year at Hillcrest Wine Estate. Live bands, food stalls, kids entertainment and Anything That Floats Race, all on December 10.
Venue:
Hillcrest Wine Estate
Contact details:
Jacky - 0785877551 info@paparazzistudio.co.za www.durbanvillebeerfest.co.za

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Time: 10:00 - 20:30
Entrance: R50
Type of Event: Music, Outdoors, on, Other

Dirigent/Conductor: Johan de Villiers Teks/Text: Ronel Retief Orrel/Accompaniment: Zorada Temmingh Musiekregisseur/Musical Director: Gerhard Niemand Bas/Bass: Schalk Joubert Kitaar/Guitar: Sven Blummer Perkussie/Percussion: Annemie Nel In My story, My song bits and pieces of different realities within the larger South African context are portrayed through music and text. When our country and its people are scrutinized, they are seen through the eyes of different narrators that vary throughout the production, and even though the view is cast wide, the image that takes shape in song and verse, is not all-encompassing, but consists of snapshots combined in a musical collage. The music of Zoltan Kodaly and Randall Thompson co-exists with traditional folk songs and music from the coloured communities , while Pieter de Villiers’s well-known Boerneef compositions are interchanged with contemporary Afrikaans creations and adaptations by Gerhard Niemand of, among others, music by Christopher Torr and Stef Bos. The variety of musical genres within a single production enhances the idea that coherence and harmony can result from the seemingly disparate and incompatible.
Venue:
Oude Libertas Amphitheatre
Contact details:
0218097473

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Time: 20:15
Entrance: R120-R150
Type of Event: Music, Theatre, Bandstand

5km or 10km walk through Strandfontein and San Remo. This event will promote our Christmas festival
Venue:
Various registration Points
Contact details:
Bernie 0718701200

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Time: 6-30 am for registration, walk starts at 7am
Entrance: R10 adults; R5 kids
Type of Event: Music, Charity

Anointed Christian Theatre in Kuils River is proud to announce auditions for our first major production, scheduled for April 2012. Auditions are open for all ages and genders, but specifically female singers. No experience necessary. More info on our facebook page - ACT Anointed Christian Theatre Group.
Venue:
Oostenberg Oasis Church (AFM Kuils River), Church street, Kuils River.
Contact details:
Corne Basson Tel: 0788809066

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Time: 10 AM
Entrance: 0
Type of Event: Music, Theatre, Charity, Other

Rose Red is the well-known fairy tale of Snow White twisted on its head by perspective, as told through the eyes of the Evil Queen. This poignant story is cleverly woven together with light-hearted comedy and great popular songs from the likes of Tori Amos, Annie Lennox and Lady Gaga. Vanity, self-esteem, longing to belong, romance, being misunderstood and the darker side of all human beings form the central themes that are explored in this original and enlightening story. A wicked tale that’s sure to creep into your heart!
Venue:
Kalk Bay Theatre, 52 Main Road, Kalk Bay
Contact details:
www.kbt.co.za

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Time: 20h30
Entrance: R85-R115
Type of Event: Theatre

Acoustic performances by 18 Top South African artists: Ard Matthews, Steve Newman, Farryl Purkiss, Rory Eliot, Brian Finch, Guy Buttery, Christine Weir and Julie Blundell, Janie Bay, Gavin Minter, Louise Day, Tombstone Pete, Andrew James and Steady Tiger, John Ellis, Diesel Vanilla, Machineri, Gary Thomas, Natasha Meister, Jack Mantis
Venue:
CTICC, Cape Town
Contact details:
021 532 2180

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Time: 19h00
Entrance: R180.00 webtickets and R200 door. R5 per ticket goes to SPCA
Type of Event: Music

The 30th School Anniversary celebration continues with an OPEN AIR 70's party !!!. The DJ will set the scene by providing the right tunes. Food (Hot dogs, Boerewors Rolls, Curry & Rice, Chicken Fillet Burgers & Chicken strips wraps as well as the usual Malay sides) & refreshments will be on sale. Everyone is invited to dress up in keeping with the theme - BIG HAIR AND ALL. Parking on school grounds. Strict Security control. No under 18's. It is going to be a BLAST!!! See you there!!!
Venue:
Fairmount Secondary School grounds, Maroon Road, Grassy Park
Contact details:
021-7051826 School Secretary 0722744763 Nadia Charles 0845978328 Ashraf Majal charlesnadia@gmail.com Fairmountsecgp (Facebook group) Fairmountsecgp@gmail.com

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Time: 20h00
Entrance: R50
Type of Event: Music, Outdoors, Bandstand

Join us for a fun walk on 10 December 2011, various registration points, entry fee R10 adults and R5 children. This event will promote our Christmas festival to be held 16 -18 December 2011. Stalls are available. Contact Bernie at 0718701200 or email:bernieclarke@telkomsa.net for more information
Venue:
Caltex garage San Remo; various points for registration
Contact details:
Bernie

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Time: 6-30am
Entrance: R10
Type of Event: Charity

Marmo is the face of PUMA’s youth ocean conservation campaign and joins the PUMA Ocean Racing team as mascot and 13th crew member for the Volvo Ocean Race. Marmo will star in a children’s book – “Marmo Saves Our Seas” – created by PUMA to educate children about the importance of preserving the ocean. Marmo will visit the V&A Waterfront, Two Oceans Aquarium and PUMA Quad for story-time readings of his book. Aquarium: 25 Nov – 10 Dec, every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday at 10:30am. PUMA Quad: 25, 26 and 27 November at 2:30pm and 2 December to 11 December at 2:30pm.
Venue:
V&A Waterfront, Two Oceans Aquarium, PUMA Quad
Contact details:
www.puma.com/marmo 021 551 0832

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Time: 10:30am and 2:30pm
Entrance: Free
Type of Event: Other

We are holding a fete of which all proceeds will go towards the maintenance and running of the Mission. Breakfast Served at 8h00; Talent show 14h00 (prizes for best dancer, singer etc); Games all day ; Jumping Castle; Lucky Draw Prize give away ; Arts and Crafts and much more; Sweets and other eats including pancakes, burgers, hotdogs, cakes etc Fun for the whole family.
Venue:
Mitchell's Mission 8 Eshowe Road Sanddrift, Milnerton
Contact details:
Debbie 079 088 3892 or Bernard 084 481 6443

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Time: 8h00 to 17h00
Entrance: No entrance fee
Type of Event: Charity

Die geliefde Liewe Heksie is terug! Haai oe, maar sy het bietjie vergeet van verjaarsdae en daarom vier sy haar “eerste” verjaarsdag. Met haar persente, ‘n biki-kini en rolskaatse beloof sy om Blommeland nog kleurryker te maak. Maar ai, die groot grillerige Geelheks probeer haar vieringe in die (rolskaats)wiele ry. Levinia vra mooi:”Asseblief klein en groot kaboutervriende van Menseland, help my dat ons al die stoute karnallies kan verwilder.” Verna Vels se immergroen verhale word verlewendig met baie gehoordeelname en voortsnellende aksie. Met Margit Meyer-Rodenbeck as Levinia en Deon van Zyl draf die rolle van Karel Kat, Geelheks en Koning Rosekrans lag-lag kaf. ‘n Aanbieding vir die hele gesin: laasjaar het van die volwassenes gesê- dit was hul vermaaklikste produksie in jare!
Venue:
Die Boer Restaurant Teater- Durbanville
Contact details:
021 979 1911/ 083 406 0111

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Time: 13:30
Entrance: R50-00
Type of Event: Theatre

The Country Craft Market will be held this Saturday 10th December at Southey's Vines, 186 Main Road, Somerset West. This market established in 1983 is world-renowned for high-quality genuine hand-crafted products. This outdoor market in a park-like setting offers over 200 stalls filled with every craft imaginable. Weary shoppers are able to sit down to enjoy refreshments at either the Rotary braai area or the Scouts tea garden.
Venue:
Southey's Vines, 186 Main Road, Somerset West
Contact details:
Lesley 021 8433287 or Gill 021 8526608

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Time: 08:00 to 13:00
Entrance: Free
Type of Event: Other

Hi there, Urban Machine Company is opening a Skate and BMX Park in Sun Valley this Saturday 10 December 2011. We have built a 5 ft and a 3 ft half and 3 ft quater pipe. We have also done a BMX track and have various fun boxes. UMC wanted to create a safe environment for all skaters to have fun - no matter what age or level of skill.
Venue:
Corner of Ou Kaapse Weg and Noordhoek Main Road, Noordhoek
Contact details:
Urban Machine Company Kane Mitchell 082 374 5825

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Time: 09:00 - 17:00
Entrance: R30 for the day
Type of Event: Outdoors

Beer Festival,Come and enjoy from equisite to freshly baked breads to olives and a variety of cheeses come and enjoy a borewors roll or a chop on the braai and Craft Stalls with beautiful homemade products.
Venue:
Harmony Klapmuts
Contact details:
Wilma Strauss-082 859 5660

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Time: 10am - 5pm
Entrance: R30
Type of Event: Outdoors

The Gordon Institute of Performing and Creative Arts (GIPCA) brings the year to a close with the Beautiful Project, to be held at the Cape Town City Hall and on the Hiddingh Campus on 9-10 December. The Institute continues to push creative and intellectual boundaries through its various interdisciplinary negotiations, with this year-end celebration calling into question our definitions of beauty and ugliness, with specific reference to the African continent. Leading cultural commentator and critic, Sarah Nutall; co-editor of the prize-winning book Ugly/Beautiful: African and Diaspora Aesthetics; will give the keynote address from which the event takes its thematic inspiration. Nutall is recognised locally and internationally as a prominent voice in the ongoing debates on cultural theory, and particularly for her fresh perspective on the contemporary South African context. Here, she takes a closer look at exoticism in the context of women and race, particularly through the work of Harlem Renaissance performer Josephine Baker, and Johannesburg-based artist Mary Sibande. Further explorations of notions of ‘aesthetic’ will take place in various forms over the two days. These include performances by dancer-choreographer Nelisiwe Xaba; acclaimed musician Neo Muyanga; fashion, visual and performance artist Athi-Patra Ruga; physical comedian Gaetan Schmid and the UCT Choir. Theatre director and chef Peter Hayes will be cooking up “The Beautiful Feast” – an eight-course Processional Dinner through the reception rooms of Cape Town’s magnificent City Hall. In putting together what may just be Cape Town’s most talked about event this December, this previous creative director of the Mother City Queer Project predicts “it will be the kind of night you dream about… beyond your wildest dreams…”. This ‘rare’ experience promises a menu of whimsy and surprise, fun and laughter, levity and weight; a night when food, art, dance and theatre entwine and reflect each other’s eccentricities. So count on being led to a room for the main courses, with an expert on architecture sitting at your table and talking about the ‘beautiful building’ or for dessert being led into one of the rooms blindfolded and fed some dreamy sensation while a choir sings softly into one’s ear and so on. References to Capote’s (in)famous ‘Black and White Ball’ not unfounded, it is suggested that guests dress in a manner befitting the occasion, as Hayes assures that “from canapés to cocktails, dessert to dancing, it’ll be a night to remember!” The Beautiful Project takes place at the Cape Town City Hall and UCT’s Hiddingh Campus, on 9-10 December 2011. For more information on GIPCA, see the website www.gipca.uct.ac.za, phone the GIPCA office on 021 480 7156, or email fin-gipca@uct.ac.za. Tickets will be available through Computicket.
Venue:
The Beautiful Project takes place at the Cape Town City Hall and UCT’s Hiddingh Campus.
Contact details:
For more information on GIPCA, see the website www.gipca.uct.ac.za, phone the GIPCA office on 021 480 7156, or email fin-gipca@uct.ac.za. Tickets will be available through Computicket.

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Time: 6pm
Entrance: R60-R80
Type of Event: Music, Theatre, Other

This fun, satirical, send-up of a number of well-known Broadway musicals which includes: Chicago, Annie, Hello Dolly, Wicked, Les Miserables, Phantom of the Opera, Mama Mia, Rent, Cats, Fiddler on the Roof, Hairspray and A Chorus Line, is not to be missed. It also pokes irreverent fun at several showbiz personalities such as: Carol Channing, Chita Rivera & Rita Moreno, Joel Grey, Ethel Merman, Liza Minelli, Barbara Streisand, Bob Fosse and Cameron Macintosh. CAST: Natisha van Zyl, Shaun Klaasen, Chloe Kiley, Sven-Eric Müller, Nastassja Schroeder, Samantha Smith. If you haven’t already you can book online at www.milnertonplayers.com . We’ve made it easier to book online but if you get stuck you can drop me a line and I will make sure you get the seats you need. Alternatively you can call our booking phone: 082 267 1061
Venue:
Milnerton Playhouse Pienaar Road, Milnerton
Contact details:
082 267 1061 082 443 5853

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Time: 20h15
Entrance: R60 - R70
Type of Event: Music, Theatre, Bandstand

One of SA's hottest bands to rock the spectacular forest amphitheatre. Be one of only 600 people to share the experience. Picnic baskets welcome. Paul Cluver wines for sale.
Venue:
Paul Cluver Forest Amphitheatre
Contact details:
Jacqueline Harris: www.cluver.com; 021 844-0605

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Time: 7pm. Gates open 5pm
Entrance: R325
Type of Event: Music, Outdoors

This powerful 2nd annual installment of SOUND ON SCREEN will include music documentaries, biopics and concert films covering a range of artists and genres, from abroad and locally. Most movies will make their South African theatrical debut and include JAMES BLUNT, OZZY OSBOURNE, THE PRODIGY, WENDY O. WILLIAMS, BLACK METAL, PUNK, THE HEART IS A DRUM MACHINE and local doccies THE CREATORS and MAMA GOEMA. The event will end with a live performance by Cape Town female-fronted Industrial-Metal band TERMINATRYX for their remix album launch (Sat 10 Dec), as a live global on-line video stream link. All details at website.
Venue:
Labia Thetare - 68 Orange Street, Gardens, Cape Town
Contact details:
021 424 5927

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Time: all day
Entrance: R30
Type of Event: Music, Theatre, Other

GIPCA’s final event for the year is The Beautiful Feast, an eight-course processional dinner through the reception rooms of Cape Town's City Hall. Acclaimed Theatre Director and 'foodie', Peter Hayes, will be both Artistic Director and Chef for The Beautiful Feast, which takes place on 10 December 2011, beginning at 7pm sharp. Taking his cue from the culinary arts as well as an enveloping political and social climate, the performances will explore some revealing relationships between power and feasting. Ideas around scarcity and plenty, power and food, appetite and wish-fulfillment will be explored through the twinning of extraordinary food and magnificent performances, making The Beautiful Feast both fun and serious. “Violence, you see, is a form of lust, a primitive kind of consumerism: early capitalism you might say” (from The Godfather of Katmandu, by John Burdett). From cocktails, canapés and ‘amuse bouch’; to dinner accompanied by wine from Spier; to decadent dessert, cheese and coffee; it promises to be everything one would expect from a feast. But with the kitchen for the evening installed in The Ballroom, one can also expect to see this abundance of wild delicious dreams coming to life. Replete with performance art, theatre and dance; the evening is planned as true feast for all the senses, and in all 5 flavours. Part of The Beautiful Project, the weekend’s events deal with ideas of beauty and ugliness, asking such questions as ‘What is the beautiful sensation?’, ‘What ideas of beauty exist in our South African context?’, and ‘What has been inherited, and what lost?’ Participating artists include Claire Berlein, Guy de Lancy, Fiona Du Plooy, Ntombi Gasa, Nicola Hanekom, Samantha Knight, Nelisiwa Rashualang, Julia Raynham, Gaëtan Schmid, Patrick de Wet, Celia & Nathalie Sidler, Dominique Ripoll-Dausa and the UCT Choir; in a programme featuring such risqué performances as an extract from The Cook, The Thief, His Wife and Her Lover and Salomé's Dance of the Seven Veils. The food will relate to the art, dance and theatre, both as commentary and as an integral part of the performances. In this way, the links between food and emotional context will be deepened and explored, and combined with sensations of sound and sight. All the food promises to be extraordinary and delicious: Hayes specialises in beautifully presented, clean tasting, playful food - with a twist… Participants are encouraged to come with an open mind and hungry belly, and to dress fabulously! The Beautiful Feast is on 10 December at the City Hall in Darling Street, and begins at 7pm sharp. Tickets cost R80 and are available through Computicket. The Beautiful Project takes place at UCT’s Hiddingh Campus and the Cape Town City Hall, 9 – 10 December 2011. For the full programme, visit www.gipca.uct.ac.za or contact the GIPCA office on 021 480 7156 / fin-gipca@uct.ac.za. Tickets for Friday 9 December are R40 and available through the GIPCA office. The film screenings on Saturday 10 December are free of charge. ENDS Notes to Editors: “We associate public dinner with conversation and honesty and sharing truth, chewing the fat, in vino veritas. We ring up a good friend and say I’ve got to talk to you, can we meet for dinner? We arrange the important verbal, cerebral moments of our life, ones that can’t be done over the telephone, where eye contact and epidermal contact are absolutely essential, we arrange them in restaurants…” - Caprice by A.A. Gill, p 182
Venue:
Cape Town City Hall, Darling Street, Cape Town
Contact details:
www.gipca.uct.ac.za for more information. Tickets available through Computicket.

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Time: 7pm sharp
Entrance: R80.00
Type of Event: Music, Theatre, Other

Fresh from a twelve city tour of Switzerland and an intense three days of recording in Knysna with award winning sound engineer Howard Butcher, Cape Town composer-guitarist Derek Gripper plays music from his latest album. Derek Gripper is a groundbreaking guitarist from South Africa known for his unique take on the music of South Africa and beyond. He is in Cape Town for one night only on Saturday 10th December at 20h00 at the Theatre in the District.
Venue:
Theatre in the District 106 Chapel Street, District Six, Cape Town
Contact details:
Ph: (083) 270-5592

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Time: 20h00
Entrance: R 60.00
Type of Event: Music

Acoustic Performance by Mark Haze and Bjorn Faree. The Durbanville Beer Festival 2011 is in its second year and with just over 1500 people attending in 2010, this year promises to be an even bigger event showcasing more live bands, beer and food stalls. This is a family event, with loads of entertainment to keep the kids happy.
Venue:
Hillcrest Wine Estate
Contact details:
https://online.computicket.com/web/event/durbanville_beer_fest/485515068/0/38168028

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Time: 16h15
Entrance: R50.00
Type of Event: Music, Outdoors

Rooikaart, geskryf deur Dana Snyman, soos net hy kan, is die storie van Wally Koekemoer. Wally, die president van ’n plattelandse rugbyklub, moet die klub se prysuitdeling op die jaarlikse dinee behartig. Maar dinge lol – bywoning is swak en die pryswenners het nie opgedaag nie. Met sy gunsteling dop as onderskraging, gaan Wally voort met die seremonie. Soos wat sy tong losser raak, word die sluier sonder seremonie gelig oor wat agter die skerms by die klub aan die gang is. Die geraamtes in Wally Koekemoer se eie kas verskyn ook een vir een. Dit wat volg, is skreeusnaaks. Wally herinner ’n mens aan iemand wat jy al iewers in jou lewe teëgekom het en raak dinge kwyt wat al te bekend klink. Frank se vertolking van ’n man wat tot ’n val kom, is briljant. In Gys de Villiers het hy ’n uitstekende regisseur. Opperman, De Villiers en Snyman is ’n wenkombinasie. ’n Mens verlaat die teater met ’n glimlag, maar ook met ’n gevoel van deernis. “Ek glo ’n stuk moet mense vermaak – en ’n klein bietjie laat dink. Rooikaart doen dit,” sê Opperman.
Venue:
Melkbosstrand Country Club
Contact details:
082 859 2420 or 021 55 33 408

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Time: 20h30
Entrance: R90
Type of Event: Theatre

Teks/Text: Ronel Retief Orrel/Accompaniment: Zorada Temmingh Musiekregisseur/Musical Director: Gerhard Niemand Bas/Bass: Schalk Joubert Kitaar/Guitar: Sven Blummer Perkussie/Percussion: Annemie Nel In My story, My song bits and pieces of different realities within the larger South African context are portrayed through music and text. When our country and its people are scrutinized, they are seen through the eyes of different narrators that vary throughout the production, and even though the view is cast wide, the image that takes shape in song and verse, is not all-encompassing, but consists of snapshots combined in a musical collage. The music of Zoltan Kodaly and Randall Thompson co-exists with traditional folk songs and music from the coloured communities , while Pieter de Villiers’s well-known Boerneef compositions are interchanged with contemporary Afrikaans creations and adaptations by Gerhard Niemand of, among others, music by Christopher Torr and Stef Bos. The variety of musical genres within a single production enhances the idea that coherence and harmony can result from the seemingly disparate and incompatible.
Venue:
Oude Libertas Amphitheatre, Stellenbosch
Contact details:
Tel: 021-809-7473

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Time: 20h15
Entrance: R120-R150
Type of Event: Music, Outdoors

An early Christmas awaits kids at the last full-moon picnics of the year at the Taalmonument in Paarl.
Venue:
Afrikaaanse Taal
Contact details:
021 872 3441

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Time: 17h00 till 22h00
Entrance: R15 for adults, R10 for students and R5 for children
Type of Event: Outdoors

Jan Blohm se nuutste produksie spruit uit vele van sy passies soos digkuns, klassieke musiek, die blues en tegnologie. Jan en Chrismari Nel het ure geskryf en geskaaf aan die musiek en ‘n spesifieke en unieke klank geskep, maar steeds eie aan die Jan Blohm klank. Jan tree op met elektriese kitaar, saam met Chrismari wie klavier speel, asook die selfgemaakte klankbaan. Chrismari is ook te sien op Jan se live DVD, Lotus. Jan sê hy het ou plate (LP’s) opgeneem, dit ‘gesample’ en bietjie ge-eksperimenteer met die verskillende klanke. Die optrede strek van meestal splinternuwe liedjies tot baie bekende liedjies wat vreeslik geliefd is by aanhangers, en van dit met ‘n nuwe baadjie aan. ‘House’ ritmes ontmoet die Blues, ontmoet Klasiekke musiek, ontmoet digkuns soos jy hom net kan hoor agter in ‘n pich black caddilac.
Venue:
Die Boer Restaurant Teater- Durbanville
Contact details:
021 979 1911

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Time: 20:30
Entrance: R110-00
Type of Event: Music

Rooikaart, geskryf deur Dana Snyman, soos net hy kan, is die storie van Wally Koekemoer. Wally, die president van ’n plattelandse rugbyklub, moet die klub se prysuitdeling op die jaarlikse dinee behartig. Maar dinge lol – bywoning is swak en die pryswenners het nie opgedaag nie. Met sy gunsteling dop as onderskraging, gaan Wally voort met die seremonie. Soos wat sy tong losser raak, word die sluier sonder seremonie gelig oor wat agter die skerms by die klub aan die gang is. Die geraamtes in Wally Koekemoer se eie kas verskyn ook een vir een. Dit wat volg, is skreeusnaaks.
Venue:
Melkbosstrand Country Club
Contact details:
082 859 2420 or 021 55 33 408

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Time: 20h30
Entrance: R90
Type of Event: Theatre

On the 10th December, local indie brand and website- WolfAlley will be hosting their 2nd annual and uniquely created event AIR OFF - a jetski assisted surf and body boarding competition. The event will also include various local/international acts and DJ's as well as fire dancers, skate demos and wakeboarding! Blue Rock Cable Waterski will be hosting the after party with the main feature being the NIGHT WAKEBOARDING DEMO with some special surprises that will blow your mind. Beach entry will be FREE. For tickets to the after party: email Air Off to tickets@wolfalley.com or visit the wolfalley facebook page to stay updated and in-touch.
Venue:
Comp will be at Strand Beach at the Life Savers Clubhouse and the After Party is at Blue Rock Cable Waterski just outside Somerset West on the N2.
Contact details:
Matt Pretorius 071 513 6779

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Time: 8am till 2am
Entrance: R30
Type of Event: Music, Outdoors, on, Other

Sportlifestyle company PUMA, through its PUMA.Creative programme, has unveiled the environmental documentary film short HOME OCEANS, as part of a larger ocean preservation education campaign. Free screenings of the film will take place during the Cape Town stop-over of the Volvo Ocean Race 2011/12 at the V&A Waterfront Amphitheatre, Two Oceans Aquarium and Iziko SA Museum between 25 November and 11 December 2011. It will also be screened at the Labia Cinema on Orange on 15 December as part of the Wavescape Film Festival.
Venue:
V&A Waterfront Amphitheatre, Two Oceans Aquarium and Iziko SA Museum.
Contact details:
For a schedule of events and times of screenings, visit: http://puma.com/sailing. Additional information about the film and PUMA’s ocean preservation education campaign can be found at: http://vision.puma.com

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Time: Various times
Entrance: Free
Type of Event: Theatre

PUMA’s Mar Mostro is expected to sail into the V&A Waterfront on 25 November 2011. Come down to the V&A Waterfront for fun events and competitions. There will be Grinding competitions at the PUMA Quad where contestants can win R1 000 in PUMA vouchers as well as daily sundown Spinnaker sessions with local DJ’s. The official Volvo Ocean Race party – PUMA Social Club presents All Hands on Deck – will take place at Quay 4 on 9 December with live performances by Jack Parrow and local artists. Tickets are limited and will be sold at the door for R50pp.
Venue:
PUMA Quad, V&A Waterfront
Contact details:
PUMA - 021 551 0832

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Time: All day
Entrance: R0 - R50
Type of Event: Outdoors, Sports, Other

The theatre is partnering with The Royal Opera House, The Royal Ballet Company in London and The Bolshoi Ballet Company in Moscow to bring exclusively to Cape Town audiences some of the world's best opera and ballet. Audiences can look forward to enjoying these state of the art presentations in full high-definition and surround-sound on an enormous cinema screen in the theatre comfort of the Fugard Theatre Bioscope in the historic District 6.
Venue:
The Fugard Theatre, Caledon Street, District 6, Cape Town
Contact details:
More info on www.thefugard.com. Tickets available through Computicket, or the Theatre Box Office on 021 461 4554.

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Time: 4pm
Entrance: R50 - R100
Type of Event: Theatre

2011 SADF Social National Championships. Open to view by all. See SA's best Social Latin and Ballroom Dancers compete and have fun! Door tickets subject to availability. Dress code Smart. E-mail chantel@dancedomain.co.za for further information.
Venue:
Sunningdale Sport Centre, 2 Waterville Crescent, Blaauwbergstrand, Cape Town
Contact details:
Chantel Mouton SADF Social Faculty Chairlady

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Time: 9am both days
Entrance: R120pp per day
Type of Event: on

To erect white crosses where ever you are for the nearly 400 Rhinos poached this year in this country
Venue:
Great community event... Anywhere
Contact details:
Martie Ramsey 079 035 0375 FB Martie Ramsey - Stilbaai. email martie.ramsey@vodamail.co.za

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Time: 12h00 to 12h00
Entrance: none
Type of Event: Outdoors

This year the popular SPCA Horse Show takes place at the start of the December school holidays on 10 and 11 December at the Constantia Valley Riding Club (CVRC), Brommesvlei Rd, Constantia. Open to riders of all ages, the event is the largest charity horse show in the Western Cape and has always been regarded within the Cape riding fraternity as a wonderful practice event for young riders and those bringing on novice horses. The event raises much needed funds for the SPCA Horse Care Unit and is fully endorsed by the Western Province Horse Society. Generously co-sponsored by Abax Investments and Mr and Mrs Jack Mitchell and family, the weekend event will present showing classes and a gymkhana from 9am on Saturday, 10 December and show-jumping classes from 8am on Sunday, 11 December, with a Christmas market, food stalls and children’s entertainment on both days.
Venue:
Constantia Valley Riding Club (CVRC), Brommesvlei Rd, Constantia
Contact details:
For more information visit www.spca-ct.co.za or contact Juan August on (021) 700 4180/41

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Time: 9am on Saturday; 8am on Sunday
Entrance: Entrance for spectators is free and a parking fee of R30 will be charged per car
Type of Event: Outdoors, Charity

Proudly Manenberg will be hosting their annual People's Festival in Manenberg. The festival runs over 3 days and is meant for young and old. we have stalls, Sports and various local artist performing. Come and celebrate the Festive Season in Manenberg, The Place To Be!!
Venue:
Manenberg Waterfront
Contact details:
Natasha 0838933274 Jolene 0782195585

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Time: 18:00
Entrance: R0.00
Type of Event: Music, Outdoors, Charity, on, Bandstand

PUMA’s Mar Mostro is expected to sail into the V&A Waterfront on 25 November 2011. Come down to the V&A Waterfront for fun events and competitions. There will be Grinding competitions at the PUMA Quad where contestants can win R1 000 in PUMA vouchers as well as daily sundown Spinnaker sessions with local DJ’s. The official Volvo Ocean Race party – PUMA Social Club presents All Hands on Deck – will take place at Quay 4 on 9 December with live performances by Jack Parrow and local artists. Tickets are limited and will be sold at the door for R50pp.
Venue:
PUMA Quad, V&A Waterfront
Contact details:
PUMA 021 551 0832

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Time: All day
Entrance: R0 - R50
Type of Event: Outdoors, on, Other

The Cape Dance Company (CDC), under the direction of Debbie Turner, is proud to present their new season at the Artscape Theatre from 30 November to 11 December 2011. The season features an outstanding repertoire of neo classical ballets by well-known national and international choreographers, such as Christopher L. Huggins, Michelle Reid and David Krugel danced by an outstanding company or performers known for their powerful athleticism and strong technique.
Venue:
Artscape
Contact details:
0214217695

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Time: 20h15
Entrance: R110-R160
Type of Event: Theatre

Intermediate Synergy Yoga with Jim Harrington Sequence: Ether 15 November - 13 December 2011 Tuesday & Friday mornings 6:20am For more information or to book your space contact Jim on 083 642 5256 or email nicky@karmashalayoga.co.za
Venue:
Karma Shala Yoga Studio
Contact details:
Jim Harrington 083 642 5256

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Time: 6:20am - 8am
Entrance: R890
Type of Event: on, Other

Met ‘n beweeglike stelontwerp , bekroonde akteurs, ‘n klankbaan en liedjies geskryf vir dié produksie en lewendig uitgevoer deur Gertjie Besselsen en Jacques Du Plessis van “Mr. Cat and The Jackal” beloof hierdie produksie om jonk en oud te vermaak! Die storie gaan oor Fin, ‘n ongewone seun op ‘n eiland. Fin weet alles van die see! Daar is egter nie tyd vir in die son lê en mengeldrankies drink op hierdie eiland nie. Fin word gekonfronteer met die Hooka Chaka stam wat sakke vol vars perlemoen wil opdis vir hulle tango aand! Maak gereed vir ‘n onderwater see avontuur! Hierdie is ‘n kinder musiekblyspel wat almal sal betower. “Fin” is ‘n kleurvolle, wonder-eiland produksie, met hope sang, dans en gehoorinteraksie. Almal leer belangrike lesse oor die see en hoe om mooi na ons oseaan en sy diere te kyk. Teks & Lirieke: Lindi-Heila Smit Musiek: Gertjie Besselsen en Jacques Du Plessis Rolverdeling: De Klerk Oelofse, Christine Wessels, Jacques Theron, Tyron Zoutman, , Lindi-Heila Smit, Toekenning vir “Beste Nuutgeskrewe teks” – Akkedissie Fees 2011.
Venue:
Ou Meulteater, Paarl
Contact details:
Vicky Stemmet 083 564 00 56 www.oumeulteater.co.za

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Time: 10h00
Entrance: R50.00
Type of Event: Music, Theatre

The Western Cape Watercolour Group is holding their 15th Annual Merit Exhibition at the Circle Centre in Somerset West. Their “Little Gems” exhibition for paintings sized 15cm by 15cm will run alongside. The opening will be at 17h00 on Wednesday 7 December; snacks and drinks will be served. The exhibition will run until Tuesday 13 December, during the Centre’s normal trading hours. “The exhibition offers an exciting range of paintings by a group of watercolour artists, whose work would make an attractive and valuable addition to the décor of any home,” says Diane White who chairs the Group.
Venue:
The Circle Centre, Somerset West
Contact details:
Diane White 021 851 2520

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Time: 09:00 - 17:00
Entrance: Free
Type of Event: Other

Original Cape Art will be hosting an exhibition of works by 22 Cape Artists at the Sanlam Hall in the beautiful grounds of Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. Art works in a wide range of mediums, by established and up-coming Cape artists, will be available to view and purchase. Combine a visit to this wonderful venue with the opportunity to experience a first class exhibition of landscapes, still life's, floral art, and innovative abstract paintings. Entrance to the exhibition is free after entry to Kirstenbosch Gardens.
Venue:
Sanlam Hall - Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
Contact details:
021 799 8621 during exhibition hours

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Time: 10am till 17.00
Entrance: Free
Type of Event: Other

Back by popular demand: The Caretaker, Zip Zap’s spectacular Summer Show from 10 December to 15 December 2011 After the great success of The Caretakers’ sold out shows in August and at the request of the fans, Zip-Zap will be running a new season of The Caretaker funded by the National Arts Council from 10 December to 15 December. Audiences will be guaranteed even more laughs, thrills and fun for the entire family. The Caretaker, an original Zip Zap Circus School show, choreographed by Adele Blank of Free Flight Dance Company, combines theatre, dance and circus in a show not to be missed. This is a Zip Zap show with a difference. The show is set in a quaint apartment block inhabited by a kaleidoscope of young people and focuses on the caretaker and a homeless soul, who play an endless game of cat and mouse. The Caretaker runs from 10 to 15 December 2011 at the Zip Zap Dome behind the Artscape in Cape Town on the following days: Saturday 10 December 6pm Sunday 11 December 6pm Monday 12 December 6pm Tuesday 13 December 6pm Wednesday 14 December 6pm SOLD OUT!!! Thursday 15 December 6pm For ticket bookings contact Natasha at Natasha@zip-zap.co.za, call 021 421 8623 or book online at www.zip-zap.co.za/bookings
Venue:
Zip Zap Dome, Jan Smuts Street, Founders Garden , Foreshore, Cape Town
Contact details:
Natasha: natasha@zip-zap.co.za, 021 421 8623

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Time: 6pm
Entrance: early bird R60-80, R100 at door, kids 3 and under free
Type of Event: Music, Theatre

Krieketwedstryde vir alle leerders van Touwsrivier wat aan die Stanley Pietersen Krieketweek deelgeneem het. Prysuitdeling, en die bekendmaking van die junior spelers in die klub se ontwikkelingsprogram.
Venue:
Steenvliet Sportgrond
Contact details:
Jan Swarts 084 224 9491

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Time: 09h00
Entrance: Free
Type of Event: on

At Kreative Kraftz we offer arts and crafts workshops for Kids aged 5.5 - 10 years, Teens aged 11 - 17 years and Ladies aged 18 and over on weekends. Workshops are a maximum of 10 individuals per session so that we can focus on everyone and assist them to develop and improve on different techniques. We are situated in the Southern Suburbs community of Grassy Park and do everything from scrapbooking and glass art to mosaics and fabric painting. Our workshops are on Saturdays for Teens and Sundays for Kids. For more on the Ladies workshops - please contact us. These workshops will uunlock creativity, help all who attend to develop new skills and encourage team work, whilst having fun!
Venue:
91 Fourth Avenue, Grassy Park
Contact details:
Kim Stacey Jacobs at 079 571 8091

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Time: 14:00 - 18:00
Entrance: R80 - R120
Type of Event: Other

Pinelands High School will be hosting the Pinelands Craft and Gift Fair from 7 - 17 December. Come and do all your Christmas shopping under one roof! Rotary will also be running a restaurant serving hot meals, sandwiches and cakes.
Venue:
Kent Hall, Pinelands High School
Contact details:
(021) 531-7410

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Time: 10:00-20:00 weekdays 10:00-17:00 weekends
Entrance: No charge
Type of Event: Other

Laborie offers something special for the holiday period for the whole family. Make the most of the festive season and stock up on beautiful handcrafted items and delicious fresh produce for family and friends at the Laborie Lazy Days Market. The popular lifestyle market will be open to the public on the weekends of the 3rd, 10th and 17th of December, from 09h00 until 14h00. Closed from the weekend of the 24th of December, the market will be up and running again on Saturday, 21 January 2012. Less than an hour’s drive from Cape Town and a popular meeting place for locals and visitors, the market offers guests an exciting and varied selection of lifestyle goods. These include freshly baked breads, coffee, cheese, olives, honey, charcuterie and other exciting fresh local produce exhibitors. Although the primary focus is on food, there promises to be something for everyone, from mouth watering food stalls to arts and craft stalls. Visitors are welcome to browse at their leisure or simply enjoy the Saturday morning paper whilst savouring a freshly brewed coffee. Ample children’s entertainment is also available, making for a memorable family outing. Live entertainment which will include some Christmas carols will ensure for a memorable festive outing. Laborie produces some of the best Méthode Cap Classique bubblies; an array of award-winning wines as well as an estate brandy. Visitors can stay overnight in the tranquil guest house or enjoy a delicious meal at the recently launched Harvest at Laborie. So make the most of the splendid summer days and the festive season by heading off to Laborie Wine Farm, situated in the picturesque Winelands town of Paarl, for this shoppers’ delight.
Venue:
Laborie Wine Farm, Paarl
Contact details:
For more information visit the website at www.laboriewines.co.za or join our Facebook page.

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Time: 09h00 - 14h00
Entrance: no cost
Type of Event: Outdoors

These December Holidays, students get the opportunity to hike along the coast from Hawston to Sea-and-Sand’s terrain in Hermanus. On the way they will be taught about the Ocean, surviving the elements and responsible Lifesaving techniques, as well as some of Sea-and-Sand’s most well known challenges. Fun activities will include a Boat trip (1h 30min), Canoe expeditions, Shark Cage Diving and Mountain hikes in the Hermanus area.
Venue:
Overstrand: Hawston to Hermanus
Contact details:
www.sparkshermanus.co.za 028-314-0252 Facebook:Sea-en-Sand

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Time: 14:00
Entrance: R1000
Type of Event: Outdoors

Pinelands Players is proud to present “Honk!” from the 9th to the 17th of December, 2011. Directed by Kyla Thorburn with musical direction by Justin Wardle, ‘Honk’ promises to be an exciting excursion out for the whole family Since it first hatched in 1993 Stiles & Drewe’s musical Honk! has winged its way around the world. A world-wide stage sensation, Honk! has won multiple awards including the 2000 Olivier Award for Best Musical. Based on Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Ugly Duckling”, “Honk!” tells the story of an odd looking young duck, Ugly, and his quest to find his mom. The audience journey with Ugly on a “Wild Goose Chase” from the Duckyard to a Marshland were we all meet all sorts of delightful characters, including the devious Cat who wants to eat Ugly for lunch. The principal theme of the show is clearly the acceptance, compassion and understanding of others who may appear different for whatever reason. The main message is that being different is OK, it is something to be welcomed, embraced and celebrated rather than feared, misunderstood or persecuted. Honk! is family entertainment that is fun for all ages – as much about people as it is about ducks.
Venue:
The Little Theatre, UCT Hiddingh Campus, Orange Street, Cape Town
Contact details:
0729231035

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Time: 14:30, 19:30
Entrance: R80-R100
Type of Event: Theatre

Laborie offers something special for the holiday period for the whole family. Make the most of the festive season and stock up on beautiful handcrafted items and delicious fresh produce for family and friends at the Laborie Lazy Days Market. The popular lifestyle market will be open to the public on the weekends of the 3rd, 10th and 17th of December, from 09h00 until 14h00. Closed from the weekend of the 24th of December, the market will be up and running again on Saturday, 21 January 2012. Less than an hour’s drive from Cape Town and a popular meeting place for locals and visitors, the market offers guests an exciting and varied selection of lifestyle goods. These include freshly baked breads, coffee, cheese, olives, honey, charcuterie and other exciting fresh local produce exhibitors. Although the primary focus is on food, there promises to be something for everyone, from mouth watering food stalls to arts and craft stalls. Visitors are welcome to browse at their leisure or simply enjoy the Saturday morning paper whilst savouring a freshly brewed coffee. Ample children’s entertainment is also available, making for a memorable family outing. Live entertainment which will include some Christmas carols will ensure for a memorable festive outing. Laborie produces some of the best Méthode Cap Classique bubblies; an array of award-winning wines as well as an estate brandy. Visitors can stay overnight in the tranquil guest house or enjoy a delicious meal at the recently launched Harvest at Laborie. So make the most of the splendid summer days and the festive season by heading off to Laborie Wine Farm, situated in the picturesque Winelands town of Paarl, for this shoppers’ delight.
Venue:
Laborie Wine Farm, Paarl
Contact details:
For more information visit the website at www.laboriewines.co.za or join our Facebook page.

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Time: 09h00 - 14h00
Entrance: no cost
Type of Event: Outdoors

Nicholas Spagnoletti’s memorable, multi-award winning London Road is returning to the Fugard Theatre from 22 November to 17 December 2011. The production will run in the beautiful Fugard Theatre Studio. Directed by Lara Bye, starring Robyn Scott and Ntombi Makhutshi, London Road had its opening season at Kalk Bay Theatre in March 2010, and has since had multiple sell-out runs at theatres and festivals around the country. The production won the Golden Standard Bank Ovation Award for Theatre at the National Arts Festival in 2010 and garnered three Fleur du Cap awards in 2011 making a clean sweep of the major award categories; Robyn Scott received the Fleur for Best Performance by an Actress, while Ntombi Makhutshi received the Fleur for Best Supporting Actress. Nicholas Spagnoletti won the Fleur for Best New SA Script for his first scripted play. London Road was also nominated for two Kanna awards in the categories of Best Director and Best Female Artist. On the surface the two characters, Stella and Rosa Kaplowitz, have nothing in common. Stella is a young Nigerian woman living in a damp, converted storage room. Long distant family, dodgy gangsters and a sense of survival makes her very mistrusting of the gestures of strangers. Rosa is an elderly Jewish widow living in a flat on the fifth floor. Her children and grandchildren live in Australia and Israel so she keeps herself occupied by becoming very involved in the business of her neighborhood. An act of violence brings these two ladies together, and a beautiful friendship results. With London Road Lara Bye brings her trademark attention to detail, intelligent sophistication, a unique theatre style and staging to the production. Bye’s other recent projects have included The Flying Dutchman at the Suidoosterfees and ‘night, Mother for this year’s Main Programme at the National Arts Festival, again working with London Road designer Craig Leo and lighting designer Faheem Bardien. Original sound for London Road is by Braam Du Toit.
Venue:
The Fugard Theatre, Caledon Street, District 6, Cape Town
Contact details:
All seating is reserved and can be booked online at www.computicket.com or the box office on 021 461 4554.

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Time: 8:15pm
Entrance: R100
Type of Event: Theatre

Sensational Funny Man Alan Committie heads up and hosts a star-studded comedy line-up as the Fugard Theatre proudly presents its very first FUGARD FEST OF COMEDY! Join Alan, Rob van Vuuren, Carmen Davis and Jo Galloway and as they frolic on the Fugard Theatre Stage in this deliciously hilarious comedy revue romp which is just what you need at the end of a long year! To add to the festive fun - every night a top local comedian will join Alan and the team as they reflect on 2011 and look into 2012… The first week, 29 November to 3 December, will see Mark Banks join the ranks and up to his usual uncontrollable madcap antics, with a guest comedian featured on the 8 and 9 of December, and super star Riaad Moosa joining the gang for the 6th, 7th and 10th of December. During the final week, 12 to 17 December, the team will be joined on stage by local comedian Stuart Taylor who brings his charming and intelligent humour to add to the fun of this festive show at the beautiful Fugard Theatre in District 6.
Venue:
The Fugard Theatre, Caledon Street, District 6, Cape Town
Contact details:
More info on www.thefugard.com. Tickets available through Computicket, or the Theatre Box Office on 021 461 4554.

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Time: 8pm
Entrance: R100 - R140
Type of Event: Other

Live music, dancing, karaoke, stalls, Carols by candlight, Strandfonteins got talent and many more planned activities. Artists and stall holders are welcome to contact us for their slots.
Venue:
Tafelgar Field, cnr of Tafelgard Road and Caen Road, Strandfontein
Contact details:
Bernie 0718701200

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Time: 2-30pm until late
Entrance: Free
Type of Event: Music, Charity

There is no better way to spend a Sunday afternoon than relaxing in the sun with a glass of fine wine as brilliant artists entertain you. Pack your umbrella, picnic blankets and lunches as kykNET and Backsberg take care of the rest. Audiences can choose to pre-book a special Backsberg picnic to enjoy with these sunset acoustic performances, or buy one of our famous lamb burgers at the venue. And, of course, it‘s just better with a glass of Backsberg wine. Full Programme Part I 20 Nov: Melissa van der Spuy 27 Nov: Freshlyground 04 Dec: Koos Kombuis 11 Dec: Dan Patlansky 18 Dec: Plush Pre-sale tickets for the concerts and picnics are available from www.ticketbreak.co.za/backsberg. Children under 12 years get in free when accompanied by their parents.
Venue:
Backsberg Estate Cellars off Simondium Road/R45 Agter-Paarl
Contact details:
Harry Haddon harry@backsberg.co.za +27 21 8755141 www.facebook.com/BacksbergConcerts

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Time: 15:00
Entrance: R85-R170
Type of Event: Music, Outdoors

After the great success of The Caretakers’ sold out shows in August and at the request of the fans, Zip-Zap will be running a new season of The Caretaker. Audiences will be guaranteed even more laughs, thrills and fun for the entire family. The Caretaker, an original Zip Zap Circus School show, choreographed by Adele Blank of Free Flight Dance Company, combines theatre, dance and circus in a show not to be missed. This is a Zip Zap show with a difference. The show is set in a quaint apartment block inhabited by a kaleidoscope of young people and focuses on the caretaker and a homeless soul, who play an endless game of cat and mouse.
Venue:
Zip Zap Dome Jan Smuts Street, Foreshore Cape Town
Contact details:
021 421 8622 natasha@zip-zap.co.za

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Time: 18h00
Entrance: R60-80 pre booked/R100 door/ kids under 3 free
Type of Event: Theatre

After the great success of The Caretakers’ sold out shows in August and at the request of the fans, Zip-Zap will be running a new season of The Caretaker from the 10 December to 18 December. Audiences will be guaranteed even more laughs, thrills and fun for the entire family. The Caretaker, an original Zip Zap Circus School show, choreographed by Adele Blank of Free Flight Dance Company, combines theatre, dance and circus in a show not to be missed. This is a Zip Zap show with a difference. The show is set in a quaint apartment block inhabited by a kaleidoscope of young people and focuses on the caretaker and a homeless soul, who play an endless game of cat and mouse.
Venue:
Zip-Zap Dome, Founders Garden, 20 D.F. Malan Street, Cape Town
Contact details:
For ticket bookings contact Natasha at Natasha@zip-zap.co.za, call 021 421 8623 or book online at www.zip-zap.co.za/bookings

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Time: 18h00
Entrance: R80 early bird, R60 4-12 Year olds, R100 at the door, under 3 free
Type of Event: Theatre, Other

Following on its success last year, Tony Cox’s International Guitar Night (IGN) now brings audiences the outrageous talents of Italian acoustic guitar prodigy, Andrea Valeri for a limited season at the Olympia Bakery in Kalk Bay. At the tender age of twenty, Andrea is already recognised around the world as a ferocious and exacting acoustic guitarist. He currently tours the world and performs on the finest stages. Another young brilliant South African guitarist, Richard Onraet and the legendary guitarist Tony Cox who is the originator of International Guitar Night, will support Andrea this season. Cox, who needs no introduction to Cape Town music lovers, originally met Valeri at an International Guitar Festival in Tricesimo, Italy in 2009.
Venue:
Olympia Bakery, Kalk Bay
Contact details:
08619158000

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Time: 8pm
Entrance: R80-R165
Type of Event: Music

We showcase 23 surf, adventure and environmental films at Clifton 4th (Fri 9 Dec), Masiphumelele (Sat 10th), Brass Bell (11-14), Labia Cinema (15-19). We also exhibit and auction for charity 12 surfboards by top SA artists such as Zapiro, Brett Murray, Guy Tillim, Richard Scott and more. Board exhibition at Field Office, 37 Barrack Street, CT, from Monday 5 to Thursday 8 December). Special auction with Mark Sampson at Field Office on Thursday 8 December. Proceeds to NSRI, Shark Spotters and Isiqalo Foundation. One board is by Masiphumele kids, one board is a finless board after Conn Bertish hacked it off outside the Chinese Embassy as a protest against shark finning. More info 079 260 669 or wavescape.co.za
Venue:
Field Office (Mon 5-8 Dec), Clifton 4th (Fri 9 Dec), Masiphumelele (Sat 10th), Brass Bell (11-14), Labia Cinema (15-19).
Contact details:
079 260 669 or wavescape.co.za

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Time: Varies
Entrance: R30, Clifton free
Type of Event: Other

PinkDrive will be hosting South Africa’s first ever Shout Out Against Cancer Rock Concert on 21 October 2011 at Emperor’s Palace, Kempton Park. This concert will be featuring top South African musicians to the likes of Arno Carstens, Flash Republic, Elvis Blue, Lloyed Cele, Kinky Robot and Action Thrillers. All proceeds of this concert go toward PinkDrive and keeping these trucks on the road in order to reach more women and save more lives. Show your support of breast cancer education because, Early Detection Saves Lives. Tickets can be purchased through Computicket, or alternatively will be available at the door.
Venue:
Emperor’s Palace, Kempton Park
Contact details:
Cecile Meyer-0119988022

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Time: 18:00 till late
Entrance: R150- R300
Type of Event: Music, Charity

Bingo is back with a vengeance! Old style seaside bingo using rhyming calls and a hand operated bingo cage in central Greenpoint every Wednesday and Saturday Have a huge amount of fun, meet friends and drink at club price. In addition we offer on the spot prizes in addition to fabulous cash prices. Please note a proportion of takings are donated every week to StreetSmart.
Venue:
Atlantic Green Bowling Club
Contact details:
0711612014

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Time: 2pm
Entrance: 100
Type of Event: Other

Peaceful and tranquil shopping experience for all your Festive season necessities. Baked goods, gifts, jewellery, handicrafts and much more. Lovely tea garden as well. Come and relax away from the beach, malls and family!
Venue:
NG Mother Church Hall, Courtenay Str, George
Contact details:
Gerda Stols 083 772 8252

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Time: 9am - 7pm
Entrance: Free
Type of Event: Other

Please come and join us on Saturday's 3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th also the popular evening market on Wednesday 21st - Plenty of reasonable priced Christmas gifts - handmade - Enjoy a bacon and egg rolls while you relax with a cup of coffee - or maybe lovely pancakes. Look forward to seeing you all - and don;t worry about the pushing and shoving of the malls and having to pay for parking
Venue:
Rondebosch Park. Crn's Campground & Sanddown Roads, Rondebosch
Contact details:
Ann Rodwell - 083 272 5482

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Time: 09h00 - 14h00 - night market 15h00 - 20h30
Entrance: FREE
Type of Event: Outdoors, Charity, Other

The Diep River Trauma Room is raising funds for its VEP programme (Victiom Empowerment Programme) by wrapping Christmas gifts for a voluntary donation this festive season.
Venue:
Checkers Meadowridge
Contact details:
Gloria on tel 0833376280

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Time: 8am to 5pm
Entrance: N/A
Type of Event: Other

Christmas Lunch at GrandWest Casino Make this Christmas memorable… ! Celebrate Christmas in Grand style in Market Hall on 25 December! Activities for the kids in the Hendrik Boom Garden area outside the Market Hall, with face painting, caricaturists, stilt walkers to name a few. Father Christmas may even make a surprise visit! The festive buffet which will include Roast turkey, Glazed Gammon, Roast Lamb, Awesome pates and starters, Fresh garden salads, Pasta dishes, and Traditional Cape dishes as well as Decadent Desserts, including Christmas pudding and Mince Pies!
Venue:
GrandWest Casino: Market Hall Bookings open now!
Contact details:
Call Ashante Nurse (021) 505 7568

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Time: 12:30
Entrance: R280pp
Type of Event: Other

Every Thursday Karaoke at Caturra with Erez Shaked prizes for best singer worst singer lots of fun with music from the 70's till today Please book in advance as places limited
Venue:
Caturra Coffee Bar 41 Regent Road Sea Point
Contact details:
021 434 5160

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Time: 20:00
Entrance: R20 p/p but 2 for 1 till end of the year
Type of Event: Other

Every Thursday Karaoke at Caturra with Erez Shaked prizes for best singer worst singer lots of fun with music from the 70's till today Please book in advance as places limited
Venue:
Caturra Coffee Bar 41 Regent Road Sea Point
Contact details:
021 434 5160 info@caturracoffeebar.co.za

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Time: 20:00
Entrance: R20 p/p but 2 for 1 till end of the year
Type of Event: Other

A touch rugby competition THE BATTLE TO OWN THE BEACHES IS BACK Hot Beaches, Hot Bodies, Hot Summer of Touch… The Four Cousins Hot Summer of Touch is coming to a beach near you this Summer. With the amazing commitment of all of sponsors, the hugely popular series enjoys its eleventh year on the beaches and the action will be bigger than ever. A touch rugby competition all along the Western Cape Coast. Awesome prizes and fun for all to be had! We will be at the following venues: 10 Dec Muizenburg 16 Dec Strand 18 Dec Onrus Beach - Hermanus 23 Dec Struisbaai 26 Dec Stilbaai 28 Dec Mossel Bay 30 Dec Hartenbos Please visit http://beachtour.touchrugby.co.za/ for more information. We look forward to seeing you there!
Venue:
Beaches all along the Western Cape
Contact details:
http://beachtour.touchrugby.co.za/

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Time: 07:00 - 19:00
Entrance: See website
Type of Event: Outdoors, Sports

Felicity Kiran, star of Sun City’s Extravaganza and Diamonds and Dust, stars in “ Simply the Best”- a tribute to the great Tina Turner. Felicity’s stage presence and performance is as powerful as the great singer she pays tribute to. Three fabulous dancers back this awesome singer and add spice and glamour to the high-energy show. Like all of Tina’s shows, the three dancers, that became her trademark, go through all of the signature moves that Tina has become truly famous for. Felicity has managed to capture the heart and soul of Tina, her costume changes and breathtaking vocals are a tour de force!
Venue:
The Pavilion Theatre, V&A Waterfront
Contact details:
021 419 7661 or Computicket

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Time: 20:00
Entrance: R95.00
Type of Event: Music, Theatre

Joshua Miles, one of South Africa’s most talented upcoming printmakers will be showing his latest work at The SA Print Gallery from this Saturday @ 10am. Joshua combines the best of traditional Japanese woodblock printing with his divine and contemporary world between Cape Town and Baardskeerdersbos, where he works and gardens. Following on the growing art movement, Josh was one of the real pioneers to exodus out of Cape Town to contribute to a beautiful arts community based in and around Baardskeerdersbos in the late 90’s to pursue the making of art uninterrupted by urban noise and materialist distraction. Josh's show can also be viewed at www.printgallery.co.za Show runs until mid January 2012
Venue:
The South African Print Gallery
Contact details:
021 462 6851

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Time: 10am
Entrance: 0
Type of Event: Other

Bay Harbour is situated on the water's edge in the old authentic part of the Hout Bay Harbour and comprises more than 100 stalls in an old fish factory, including external tented alleys and courtyards. All trading areas are weather-proofed. Security: 24/7 foot patrols and armed response allows for absolute peace-of-mind for traders and customers alike Parking: there are more than 300 parking bays in the immediate vicinity. These will be overseen during trading hours by dedicated Bay Harbour Parking Marshals Bay Harbour is part of a Hangberg Social Upliftment Project. Regular days are Friday evenings from 5pm-9pm/ Saturdays from 9:30am-5pm/ Sundays 9:30am-4pm. On Friday 23, 26 and 6 Jan 2012, opening times are 12pm-9pm. Extra for Christmas shopping convenience are 21, 22, 28, 29 Dec 2011 and 4, 5 Jan 2012. Opening times are 12pm-9pm. Regular days are Friday evenings from 5pm-9pm/ Saturdays from 9am-5pm/ Sundays 9am-4pm. On Friday 23, 26 and 6 Jan 2012, opening times are 12pm-9pm. Extra for Christmas shopping convenience are 21, 22, 28, 29 Dec 2011 and 4, 5 Jan 2012. Opening times are 12pm-9pm.
Venue:
Hout Bay
Contact details:
Anthony Stroebel

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Time: 9:30am-5pm Saturdays; 9:30pm-4pm Sundays
Entrance: Free
Type of Event: Other

COME AND SEE THE OLD YEAR OUT AND THE NEW YEAR IN WITH GOOD MUSIC AND EXCELLENT COMPANY. CASH BAR AVAILABLE. CHAMPAGNE AND PLATTERS ON ALL TABLES. DRESS CODE SMART CASUAL. ALL WELCOME. MUSIC FOR ALL AGES
Venue:
JAGGERS BOWLING CLUB. STRUBENS ROAD MOWBRAY
Contact details:
MARIE 083 627 0770 OR BILLY 084 2335959

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Time: 8PM TILL LATE
Entrance: R160.00 PER PERSON
Type of Event: Other

KOM GENIET JOUSELF OM DEUR ONS 80 KERSFEES STALLETJIES TE DEUR STAP. DAAR IS GENOEG EET GOED MET 10 KOSSTALLETJIES WAT HALAAL EN NIE HALAL IS NIE. IETS VAN ALLES VIR JOU LAAT KERSFEES GESKENKE OP TE VUL. SEKURITEIT SAL JOU MET GEMAK LAAT ROND DWAAL TUSSEN DIE 'BARGAINS' VAN DIE AAND. KOM GROET JOU VRIENDE DAAR WANT HULLE WAG VIR JOU.
Venue:
144 MAIN ROAD SOMERSET WES
Contact details:
JOHAN LIEBENBERG 083 758 00700

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Time: 6NM TOT 11NM
Entrance: GRATIS TOEGANG
Type of Event: Other

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Phantom of the Opera has entranced audiences worldwide with its mesmerising score, sets and special effects, all of which magically bring to life a legendary love story. The show stars Andre Schwartz and Jonathan Roxmouth in the title roles and runs at the Artscape Opera House in Cape Town from 22 November to 15 January and at the Teatro at Montecasino in Johannesburg from 31 January to 25 March 2012.
Venue:
Artscape Opera House
Contact details:
0214217695

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Time: 8pm
Entrance: R125-R375
Type of Event: Music, Theatre

Comedian Marc Lottering and songwriter David Kramer have joined forces once again to bring a brand new musical comedy to the stage at the Baxter Theatre in October. Some Like it Vrot is written and directed by Kramer and will star Lottering and Christo Davids in the lead roles of Smiley and Fuad, characters created by Lottering in his stand up routines. Some Like it Vrot is set in contemporary Cape Town and moves between Wynberg and Woodstock, Grassy Park and the Waterfront. It features Mercia Meintjies, a police detective played by Larissa Hughes, Tammy the night club singer played by Jill Middelkop, and Big Bucks the notorious crime boss played by Abduragman Adams. Alistair Izobel who started his stage career as one of the original Broetjies in the Kramer Petersen musical District Six and went on to perform the role of Bingo in Kat and the Kings on Broadway in 1999, also features in this musical comedy.
Venue:
Baxter Theatre
Contact details:
www.computicket.com

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Time: 20h00
Entrance: R90-R150
Type of Event: Music, Theatre

Come and enjoy a delectable lunch at Morgenhof Wine Estate. The summer special includes a starter of deep-fried calamari, served with a basil mayo and Rosa-Marie dressing. As a main course enjoy the mouth-watering gourmet fillet burger on a homemade Sesame roll topped with pecorino shavings, mustard and garlic emulsion, pommes frites and a crisp side salad. The special includes a glass of Morgenhof Sauvignon Blanc 2010 or Morgenhof Merlot Cabernet/Franc 2008 as well as a free wine tasting at the Morgenhof Tasting Venue. Please book to avoid disappointment at Tel (021) 889 2024.
Venue:
Morgenhof Wine Estate, Klapmuts Road, R44, Stellenbosch www.morgenhof.com
Contact details:
Tel (021) 889 2024

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Time: 12:00 - 15:00
Entrance: R110
Type of Event: Other

For the third year in a row the Alto wine estate on the slopes of the Helderberg Mountain near Somerset West is offering its once-a-week summer sundowners. Known for its stunning views and impressive collection of classically-styled red wines, it’s the perfect venue to enjoy an end-of-day refresher. At R50 per person, visitors can sip on a refreshing red-wine-infused cocktail and snack on a selection of freshly-baked breads served with pesto, extra virgin olive oil and pâtés while watching the sun set over the vineyards and surrounding mountains.
Venue:
Alto estate
Contact details:
Contact Monika Jordaan on 021 881 3884 or e-mail mojordaan@distell.co.za

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Time: 17:00 to 19:00
Entrance: R10 per tasting
Type of Event: Other

Casa Labia celebrates the arrival of summer with picnics on the lawn. Join us for a fabulous family day out in Muizenberg.
Venue:
Casa Labia Cultural Centre 192 Main Road Muizenberg Cape Town
Contact details:
021 788 6062 cafe@casalabia.co.za

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Time: 12h30 -16h00
Entrance: R285.00
Type of Event: Music, Outdoors, Other

There’s a spring in our step and summer is truly on its way as we relish the thought of long hot days enjoying the special experiences that make Cape Town so unique. For Capetonians and visitors the internationally renowned Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden is the place to visit, not only for its beauty but for the hugely popular Old Mutual Summer Sunset Concerts that draw audiences from far and wide. For further information and ticket prices, please telephone 021 799 8783/8620 or visit the website www.sanbi.org or www.oldmutual.co.za/music Tickets can be booked on www.webtickets.co.za
Venue:
Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
Contact details:
for full program telephone 021 799 8783/8620 or visit the website www.sanbi.org or www.oldmutual.co.za/music

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Time: 16:00-19:30
Entrance: R50-R125
Type of Event: Music, Outdoors

Come and enjoy a delectable lunch at Morgenhof Wine Estate. The summer special includes a starter of Deep-fried Calamari, served with a Basil Mayo and Rosa-Marie dressing. As a main course enjoy the mouth-watering Gourmet Fillet Burger on a homemade Sesame roll topped with Pecorino shavings, Mustard and Garlic emulsion, Pommes Frites and a crisp side salad. The special includes a glass of Morgenhof Sauvignon Blanc 2010 or Morgenhof Merlot Cabernet/Franc 2008 as well as a free wine tasting at the Morgenhof Tasting Venue. Cost per person R 110.00 Please book to avoid disappointment at Tel (021) 889 2024 Morgenhof Wine Estate, Klapmuts Road, R44, Stellenbosch www.morgenhof.com
Venue:
Morgenhof Wine Estate
Contact details:
Come and enjoy a delectable lunch at Morgenhof Wine Estate. The summer special includes a starter of Deep-fried Calamari, served with a Basil Mayo and Rosa-Marie dressing. As a main course enjoy the mouth-watering Gourmet Fillet Burger on a homemade Sesame roll topped with Pecorino shavings, Mustard and Garlic emulsion, Pommes Frites and a crisp side salad. The special includes a glass of Morgenhof Sauvignon Blanc 2010 or Morgenhof Merlot Cabernet/Franc 2008 as well as a free wine tasting at the Morgenhof Tasting Venue. Cost per person R 110.00 Tel (021) 889 2024 Morgenhof Wine Estate, Klapmuts Road, R44, Stellenbosch www.morgenhof.com

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Time: 12:00 - 15:00
Entrance: R110
Type of Event: Other

Unisa third year art students are exhibiting exciting new art. The work is of very high standard and the students have diverse and interesting concepts which they display in different media. This group exhibition consists of 9 small solo exhibitions because each student had to set up their own work as if for a solo exhibition. Although the artworks are contemporary, the students explain their concept and ideas in a catalog which is part of their exhibit.
Venue:
Art.b gallery, Bellville Library, Carl van Aswegen Street, Bellville.
Contact details:
Annali Delsink (student)

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Time: 9.00 to 16.00 weekdays
Entrance: Free
Type of Event: Other