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Arts
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Joshlin op NATi-verhoog
Die NATi-teaterfees by die Suidoosterfees van 29 April tot 3 Mei in Kaapstad bied ‘n uitstaande program met die tema “Tuiste”, insluitend Eugene as vlagskipdrama met Carlo Daniels, Sandra Prinsloo in Die ander dogter, Frank Opperman in twee produksies, en…
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Endler-konserte begin dié week
Die 2026-Endler-konsertreeks begin hierdie week by die Universiteit Stellenbosch se Konservatorium met ‘n ryk verskeidenheid uitvoerings deur internasionale en Suid-Afrikaanse kunstenaars, insluitend die Cheng² Duo, jazz-optredes, die eerste Suid-Afrikaanse fluitfees, en verskeie kamer- en orkestraalkonserte van 20 Februarie tot 20…
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‘Jakobregop’ the lead at Suidoosterfees
The 23rd Suidoosterfees will transform Cape Town into a theatrical wonderland from 29 April to 3 May, featuring the theme “Home” (Tuiste) and showcasing productions including the world premiere of Hennie Aucamp’s Jakobregop, Short and Sweet performances, and musical theatre…
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Maqoma’s dance opera on at Baxter
South African dance virtuoso Gregory Maqoma premieres his groundbreaking dance opera Genesis at Baxter Theatre in Rondebosch from 18-21 February, fusing contemporary dance, live music and poetry in what critics call a visceral exploration of creation and transformation, with only…
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‘Calendar Girls’ return to Somerset West stage
The Helderberg Academy of Theatre returns with their acclaimed production of Calendar Girls, the beloved British comedy about Women’s Institute members who pose nude for charity, opening at Playhouse Theatre in Somerset West on Valentine’s Day (14 February 14).
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Stellenbosch Woordfees: Jou woorde is goud wêrd!
Die Stellenbosch Woordfees se 11de jaarlikse kortverhaalkompetisie is nou oop vir inskrywings met ‘n hoofprys van R30 000, waar slegs Afrikaanse verhale van 1 500-3 000 woorde aanvaar word totdat inskrywings op 1 April om 17:00 sluit.
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Aweh, young artists!
The City of Cape Town has opened applications for its annual Emerging Artists programme while its popular Arts Aweh! after-school arts programme for learners aged 5-17 is already underway for 2026, both designed to support and showcase young creative talent.
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Rising star Gia Schiedekat dances toward global stage dream
Eleven-year-old dancer Gia Schiedekat has qualified to represent South Africa at an international dance competition in Croatia this May and is seeking community support through crowdfunding to make this dream opportunity a reality.
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Marshin’ Hendrix wys siel in nuwe liedjie ‘Different’ met Kay Medusa
Strand-kunstenaar Marshin’ Hendrix ontbloot haar siel in nuwe liedjie ‘Different’ – ‘n persoonlike lofsang oor anders wees met Kay Medusa.
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Prodigies scoop music awards
Two 17-year-old pianists, Hermanus Schmidt from Somerset West and Yu Qing Peng from Johannesburg, dominated the National Youth Music Competition in Stellenbosch, earning R82 000 between them with Schmidt taking gold and R51 500 while Peng claimed silver.