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2 The Next 48hOURS www.48hours.co.za 16 September - 22 September 2016 The Next 48hOURS • What’s Hot The sixth annual Music Exchange at GrandWest featured Music Industry Parting, partying and music, music, music heavyweights sharing knowledge in an attempt to bolster the local market different matter altogether. tions: grief. Lesser, who had traveled to Germany umph of God over death. This is what Then there is the manner in which Wendy Lesser articulates this pe- for research on a book about David I mean about the importance of not your body gets laid to eternal rest… culiar power of music. Lesser, who Hume but had somehow found her- understanding. If I had known this at Encore the language that is used; whether doesn’t consider herself ‘a particu- self at the auditory oasis of the Berlin the time, I might have stiffened my there is more of a happy celebration larly musical person,’ contemplates philharmonic, recounts: ‘I had been atheist spine and resisted. But instead By Rafiek Mammon of your life, or a sad mourning of the way in which music bypasses the carrying around Lenny’s death in a of taking in what the German words rafiek@.co.za your passing; the degree of correla- intellect and speaks straight to the locked package up till then, a locked, meant, I just allowed them to echo tion between your principles (and the unguarded heart: frozen package that I couldn’t get at through my body: I felt them, quite I am at the age where it feels as way you lived your life) versus the way The springs of our reaction to mu- but couldn’t throw away, either. As literally, instead of understanding though I am attending more funerals the ones that are alive choose to “dis- sic lie deeper than thought…Part of long as I was afraid to look inside them. And the reverie I fell into as I than parties. Close friends are losing pose” of you. what music allows me is the freedom the package, it maintained its terrify- listened to Brahms’s music was not their battles with cancer, or some- And then there is the grieving pro- to drift off into a reverie of my own, ing hold over me: it frightened and about God triumphing over death, thing equally destructive and inva- cess, about which a friend sent me stimulated but not constrained by the depressed me, or would have done, but about music and death grappling sive. And as one sits at these funerals, the following. It is research on how inventions of the composer. And part if I had allowed myself to have even with each other. one can’t help but (selfishly) consider music can assist with grief: of what I love about music is the way those feelings instead of their shad- Death was chasing me, and I was one’s own fragility. And, in doing so, “Scientists now believe that lan- it relaxes the usual need to under- owy half-versions. fleeing from it, and it was pounding one also begins to reflect on those guage and music co-evolved to stand. Sometimes the pleasure of an It wasn’t just Lenny that had toward me; it was pounding in the loved ones that have passed; on the simulate the most abiding truths of artwork comes from not knowing, not been frozen; I had, too. But as I sat music, but the music was also what different ways we deal with grief. nature. Indeed, for as long as we’ve understanding, not recognising. in the Berlin Philharmonic hall and was helping me to flee. And, as in And I know much has been writ- been able to articulate the human ex- Nothing befuddles our elemental listened to the choral voices singing a myth or a fairy tale, I sensed that ten about this and much research perience, we’ve made music about the need for understanding more effec- their incomprehensible words, some- what would enable me to escape – has been done on it. Still, nothing most inarticulable parts of it and then tively than death, the great unknown thing warmed and softened in me. I not forever, because all such escapes really prepares one for the actual used language to extol music’s power and ultimate unknowable. Music, became, for the first time in months, are temporary, but to escape just this happening. It is one of those things – nowhere more beautifully than in Lesser suggests, offers a gateway able to feel strongly again.’ once – would be if I looked death, that one can play out a million times Aldous Huxley’s 1931 meditation on not to understanding death in an Revisiting the question of not Lenny’s death, in the face: if I turned in one’s mind, but when it happens, how music stirs the soul, in which he intellectual way but to befriending understanding, or what Thoreau cel- back and looked at it as clearly and when you are standing there, bent asserted that music’s greatest potency its mystery in that Rilkean sense — ebrated as the transcendent humil- sustainedly as I could bear.’” over your deceased loved one’s body lies in expressing the inexpressible. something she realised in a surpris- ity of not-knowing, she adds: ‘Later, What is it they say about reading? about to be laid to the earth forever This, perhaps, is why music is so ing encounter with music shortly af- when I looked at the words in the We often do it to know we are not and ever…knowing you will never sublime a solace when it comes to the ter her dear friend, Leonard’s death, programme, I saw that the choral alone… see them again, ever…it is quite a most inexpressible of human emo- which she hadn’t let herself mourn. voices had been singing about the tri-

Conrad Koch ready to unleash more of the bizarre characters in his head

outh Africa’s comedic ven- House who churn out jokes con- Can you remember your first show, triloquist Conrad Koch will be stantly. and what the response was? heading to the Baxter Theatre I started performing when I was 10 with his latest comedy show, How long does it take for a fully years old through the incredible Col- S‘Puppet Guy’, for two performances fledged show to come together? lege of in Claremont. I remem- only on September 23 and 24 at A fair amount of time, because I aim ber it being odd, but well received. 8.15pm. (Tickets are R100 and book- for political nuance, which means But when it’s just your mom clap- ings are open through Computicket trial and error in the writing process ping, who can’t really tell? right now.) Following the success of and the ventriloquism adds dimen- comedy acts such as ‘Puppet Asylum’, sions that stand up comedians don’t Who are some of your comedy he- ‘The Chester Missing Roadshow’, and have: puppetry, a dialogue versus just roes? ‘Missing’, ‘Puppet Guy’ showcases talking, and of course having to do Des Van Rooyen, Baleka Mbete and the guy behind the puppets with a it all without moving my lips. This Blade Nzimande. Satirical geniuses. unique take on ventriloquism. Audi- Conrad Koch with a few of his creations show experiments with angles com- ences will be introduced to a host of - Picture credit Sarah Isaacs pletely different from anything I’ve Which one of your puppets carries new characters as Koch gets back to done before. the most of your personality? the silly side of ventriloquism - talk- Chester Missing is the one everyone ing to himself and the variety of odd seen him perform locally and abroad, ventriloquism like you have never What’s the most nervous you’ve knows from TV, radio and newspa- puppet people that live in his head. In where he’s been featured on radio seen before: puppets made from ever been on stage? pers. The dude wrote a book, I have the production he discovers that his and television stations. found objects; feather dusters; a pa- Doing a TV shoot last year at the Just checked into hotel rooms booked in puppets have all gone missing. These per bag; someone from the audience; for Laughs Comedy Festival in Mon- his name, been given awards that characters have formed such an inte- PETER TROMP caught up with KOCH and of course, Chester Missing, the treal, the world’s biggest comedy fes- were meant for him, not me, and gral part of his persona, that now he in the run up to his latest showcase. puppet political analyst you’ve seen tival. It was pretty nerve-wrecking, been called by senior politicians needs to find a way of creating new on TV. although having a journalist in the wanting to talk to him. In ‘Puppet puppets out of interesting objects Tell us about ‘Puppet Guy’. What can audience to check if I said the name Guy’ people can meet some more of surrounding him. audiences look forward to with the Do you feel pressure at all the come of a certain Afrikaans singer after he the bizarre characters that live in my Having worked in the industry for show? up with new material constantly? got a harassment order against my head. over fifteen years, Koch’s shows have Puppets and a guy. This is comedy No. I have a writing team at Luthuli puppet was pretty freaky.

16 September - 22 September 2016 www.48hours.co.za The Next 48hOURS 3 The Next 48hOURS • Entertainment Guide Delft arts festival to bridge gap between mainstream and community theatre

he award winning Iqonga • ‘Hedwig and the Angry Inch’, the Arts Festival is set to return iconic rock musical that spawned a for a second season, at the cult classic indie film, will be show- Black Box Theatre in Delft ing at Gate69, Cape Town’s newest TSouth, from September 30 to Octo- theatre venue on Bree Street, dur- ber 9. ing the coming weeks. Starring Paul This time the festival is looking Du Toit and Genna Galloway, with for ten shows, in its initiative to pro- design by Niall Griffin and musical duce a series of productions from direction by Wessel Odendaal. different communities. The festival “It’s just so different from anything will showcase a mixture of different I’ve ever done and such a rush to genres in this year’s format, namely perform that I truly, truly cannot Theatre, Musical Theatre, Comedy, wait for an audience to come,” says Dance, Children’s Productions and Du Toit. Exhibitions. “We are offering artists the op- Book for ‘Hedwig’ by calling 071 portunity to present their work on 589 2915; or by visiting our upcoming Arts Festival; work Iqonga Arts Festival hosted eight different productions in 2015 www.gate69.co.za. that is encouraging, relevant, en- tertaining, bold and cutting edge, inspiring, educational and able to – Site C whizz – Silulo and Radio same time, Rainbow arts maintains stimulate debate, as well as sell tick- Zibonele. a commitment to build partnerships ets,” says Sisa Makaula, Executive The festival and the workshops with other communities and the pro- Donna Cormack and Daneel Producer of the Festival. The Festival are funded by the National Lotter- gram is crafted to ensure access for van der Walt in ‘Anthology Af- is open for all and auditions will be ies Commission in partnership with school learners and general commu- ter the End’ conducted to select the best selling the Department of Arts and Culture, nity members, so to maintain audi- shows. Iqonga Arts Festival aims to Department of Cultural Affairs and ence development grow the creative sector and bridge sport and the DSD Ministerial Youth •● Just a reminder to anyone who the gap between mainstream and so- Excellence Awards program. This For more information regarding haven’t seen ‘Anthology: After the called community theatre. Festival is open for any support from the content of the Festival, call End’, at the Alexander Bar Upstairs In 2015 the Festival hosted eight any organisation or company to as- 021 955 6751; or send an email to Theatre, yet: there are only a cou- different productions originating sist in changing the lives of artists in [email protected]. ple more performances left of this from Nyanga, Delft, the most disadvantage communities For discounted corporate, sen- show that sees three of our best lo- and . This year the organis- in Cape Town ior citizens, charity, schools and cal playwrights having fun with a ers plan on hosting 10 new works. Based at Delft South in Cape block bookings, call the Rainbow central theme. Applications for the festival can be Town, Rainbow arts is in a prime Arts Organisation on 021 955 6751 found at the Delft Rent office, Arts position to bring this important op- during office hours; or send an Book at Cape Resource centre, Li- portunity to the community and email to on raorganisation@ Paul du Toit as Hedwig shows.alexanderbar.co.za. brary, Nyanga Zolani centre, Phillipi stimulate the attention of arts and gmail.com, or bjobela@gmail. Library, Mfuleni library, Khayelitsha culture in the communities. At the com.

Music Exchange: SA music industry poised for a new age of market viability

international crossover appeal is that alty distributions by any music rights should encourage international songwriter and artist development all these entertainers write their own organization in the world. songwriters to co-write hit songs deals, as well as song camps, show- songs. Furthermore, they collaborate The investment opportunities with South African Artists & Song- cases as well as facilitating interna- with other artistes, producers and are ever present, because there is a writers.” tional songwriter collaborations. songwriters from the USA, Europe, steady stream of genuine raw tal- Local and international partner- “BMI firmly believes that South By Martin Myers Asia, South America, as well as Aus- ent emerging from that ships and alliances should be set up African music is generating amazing @martinmyers tralia. needs to be nurtured, developed and to launch the next generation of talent, which if developed properly Most successful South Africa art- exposed to the world. South African rising stars. This may will see something of a bonanza in Last week the sixth annual Music ists sign to record and publishing “The key for potential growth is to be done vis-à-vis telco’s, TV/Cable the International music/entertain- Exchange conference was held at companies. For some artistes this can continue to develop the music busi- operators, local and international ment/performing arts sector. Market Hall, Grandwest, and one of guarantee a lucrative career in the ness industry in South Africa,” Bakshi brands, as well as performing rights Without a doubt this will lead to our keynote speakers was Brandon music industry. However, for others continued. organizations. strategic business and investment Bakshi - BMI, Executive Director of this may not always be the correct “The copyright laws are in place “BMI is fully committed to the opportunities for songwriters and Writer/Publisher Relations for Europe decision. and have enforcement teeth, so there development and monetization of music publishers alike,” concluded & Asia. For example, if these songwriters is no reason why a professional music South African talent and Investing in the BMI man. His talk was about BMI and in- and artists do not receive key expo- industry with structure cannot flour- their music from a performing rights These are exciting times indeed vestment opportunities in the Music sure and attention from their labels ish and succeed. and publishing perspective is key to for music in this country. Continue Business for South Africa. He has and publisher, then their careers may “One just needs to look at the the growth in this sector,” Bakshi to watch this space. been in charge of BMI’s London of- go into a state of limbo. passing of the 90% quota of South added. fice for twelve years. In this role, he Therefore, this is an excellent op- African music on radio. That alone This can be attained thorough Gig Of The Week oversees the outreach and relation- portunity for South African, Europe- ship management among the inter- an as well as North American labels Arno Carstens launches Afrikaans national songwriting and publishing and publishers to sign, develop, mar- Album community. ket and sell local artists. Friday, September16 at 8pm - Baxter Some of their most well known The key hubs for the music busi- Theatre events include the BMI London ness are London, New York, Nash- ““I’ve been writing and performing Awards, BMI Song Camps at Abbey ville, Los Angeles as well as Atlanta. English rock music for 22 years, so Road Studios as well as the BMI Song “In my opinion, Cape Town falls it’s an unusual but exciting experi- Camps in the Caribbean, namely: St into this category as an incubator ence to rediscover something I know Lucia, Barbados, Jamaica as well as city for rising stars,” said Bakshi, who so well, in a totally new way. It is The Grenadines. also added that BMI had just an- with great pleasure that I would like From BMI’s point of view, the in- nounced it’s highest revenues and to introduce to you my first Afrikaans credible talent generated from South royalty distributions in their 76-year album ‘Die Aandblom 13’,” says the Africa is second to none. history. iconic rocker. One only needs to look at suc- “BMI achieved over $1 billion U.S. “So come and share with me please cessful songwriters and performers, Dollars in revenues, and distributed a this special evening at the Baxter, including South Africa’s own Tamara record-breaking $931 million to the ‘vir ietsie ouds, ietsie bekend, en Day, Karen Zoid, RJ Benjamin, Zyon, songwriters, composers and publish- iets heeltemal nut’ (something old, Kwesta, as well as AKA. ers BMI represents,” mentioned Bak- something well known and some- There is no doubt the huge global shi. thing completely new).” and regional appeal of the South Af- This is a 6% increase over last Tickets are priced from R195 to rica Music phenomena. year. These results represent the most R235, through Computicket. What helps sustain the careers and public performance revenue and roy- Arno Carstens

4 The Next 48hOURS www.48hours.co.za 16 September - 22 September 2016 The Next 48hOURS • Entertainment Guide Delft arts festival to bridge gap between “Mad Mike” to showcase his drifting skills at Wheels of Fury mainstream and community theatre nternationally celebrated Red Bull faced with social challenges including athlete and drift racer Mike Whid- drug abuse, gangsterism and poverty. G- dett, popularly known as “Mad CAP connects youth from different back- Mike”, will have GrandWest Casino grounds in an effort to bridge the gap by Ilit as his South African tour hits the building a non-racial and non-economic shores of the Mother City on Saturday, bias relationship amongst participants. September 17. “With road accidents spiking over holi- The event promises to be nothing day periods and being prevalent in il- short of insane as Whiddett tears the legal street racing dominated by youth track up in his drift weapon of choice – this initiative gives kids the opportunity the legendary Quad Rotary RX. to experience motor sport and get them Running for its fifth year, the event to be more aware of road safety through dubbed “Wheels of Fury” will test Af- linked SR4A (Safer Roads for All) pro- rica’s leading drifters as they clutch kick grams,” says DJ Ready D. and counter steer their way through the This event definitely caters to all mo- maniacal drift gauntlet, “Drift X”, which tor enthusiasts, their families and even will test the fine line between physics, newbies looking for an entertainment creativity and epic wickedness as ath- extravaganza as it boasts an automotive letes’ powerslide below a GoodHope aftermarket and lifestyle show, as which construction truck, amongst other ob- serves as an exhibit area to view exotic stacles. show vehicles. On the drifting scene in Cape Town, There will be accessories and services

The Guide Noer Asmodien of D1S Lifestyle Produc- on sale with professional advice, a drift tions says, “Judging by spectator turn- Drifter supreme ‘Mad Mike’ Whiddett will be in action on the weekend battling zone where the Drift X Champi- Your guide to out at drift events and the ever popular on will be crowned from the best of the the best of what Killarney regularly drawing crowds of best and for those who still want to keep is happening motor fans, the local motor and drift because its focus is not only about beat- Additionally, Wheels of Fury supports the party going, Wheels of Fury have se- in and around culture continues to grow at an expo- ing your opponent with speed, but rather a CSI initiative called G-CAP (Great Cape cured top Cape Town DJ’s and Rap Art- Cape Town. nential rate. with stylish skill and driving technique.” Ambassadors Project) which is spear- ist YoungstaCPT to drop some beats and To list your event, We are proud to be bringing Wheels says Asmodien. “Mad Mike is the kind headed by the Grandmaster of SA Hip rhymes to end off perhaps Cape Town’s email: of Fury to petrolheads in a manner that’s of talent we want to expose Cape Town Hop and Drift enthusiast, DJ Ready D. most anticipated drifting event. [email protected] not only exhilarating and fun, but safe to,” he adds. This initiative represents youth who are

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Heidi Fourie Cape Town wayPark East, University of Pretoria Grad- Tel: (021) 481 3800 Tel: 073 653 2688 uate, Heidi Fourie is con- stantly rethinking the notion Underwater Photographer of Fiddlewood Pottery Studios of ‘the painting.’ the Year 2016 Classes are small and inti- She is inspired by the na- The exhibition showcases a mate giving student’s am- ture of the medium, em- selection of 41 images from ple individual attention as bracing the language of all over the world, from pho- they learn the tricks of the mark-making to explore the tographers exploring un- trade. Beginners are more balance of order and cha- usual perspectives and in- than welcome to come and os, control and uncontrolla- teresting insights into the learn about pottery basics bility, figuration and its ne- underwater world. South such as; glazing, firing, gation in the picture plane. African Pier Mane, winner hand as well as wheelwork. Until 24 September of the Up & Coming Under- 10am – 12:30pm, 7:30pm FREE water Photographer of the – 10pm & 5pm – 9:30pm Salon91, 91 Kloof Street, Year 2016, also has his R410 Gardens, Cape Town work featured. Fiddlewood Pottery Studio Tel: (021) 424 6930 Until 30 September 88, 1st Avenue, Harfield Vil- Muse- lage, Claremont Ephemeral Pleasures um, Clock Tower Precinct, Tel: (021) 671 2515 ‘Ephemeral Pleasures’ is a V&A Waterfront, Cape group art exhibition explor- Town EVENTS ing the fleeting appreciation for human artifacts made to Bit by Bit Mosaic Darling Wildflower Show be temporary in order to in- Experience a day you will The Darling Wildflower crease their perceived aes- always remember. Half day Show offers activities and thetic value, as well as the Saturday workshop that is entertainment for both subjective and transient perfect for beginners – ‘you young and old. Experience nature of human pleasure. will be amazed at what you the flowers in their natural The works of 45 South Afri- can achieve after just 1/2 a habitat at the Landscaped can artists covering this day,’ says owner Kerry Hall, a free tractor-drawn theme will be on public dis- Atherstone. Take the first wagon ride over the pristine play in Franschhoek. step and we will guide you wetland at Oude Post and Until 18 September through the mosaic pro- enjoy the Craft & Gourmet FREE cess. All the workshops are Food Market. The Swart- Moor Gallery, 4 Bordeaux very practical. land band and Klassic pro- Street, Fraschhoek R400 per person & Special vide live music, alongside Tel: 083 7396169 rates when booking for 2 other local acts and a vin- people. tage tractor display. Nature’s Best Photography Observatory, Cape Town 16 – 18 September Africa 2016 Tel: 079 042 3908 R50 An exhibition of the winning Jacaranda Street, Darling images from Nature’s Best Big Tree Mosaics Tel: 072 1785744 Photography Africa Join Michelle McConnell, 2016. The annual African who started her journey into Survivor’s Walk of Hope focused nature photogra- the art of mosaics after an Endorsed by Archbishop phy competition is about inspirational trip to Turkey, Emeritus Desmond Tutu, depicting Africa’s unique at her home studio in Dur- this 5km walk seeks biodiversity and wildlife. banville. to spread the message of Until 25 September 9:30am – 12:30pm & 6pm hope in support of cancer- Pensioners @ R15, Under – 8pm patients and individu- 18 @ R15 & Adults @ R30 R60 – R90 als grieved by the dis- 25 Queen Victoria Street, 42 Primula Crescent, Well- ease. To conclude the day,

16 September - 22 September 2016 www.48hours.co.za The Next 48hOURS 5 The Next 48hOURS • Entertainment Guide Jazzart focus in on contemporary issues EVENTS FAMILY FUN FAMILY FUN cancer survivors and other Le Bonheur Crocodile Farm in R120 participants can leave a mark Paarl Open Daily @ 9am-5pm with their latest movement opus of encouragement by placing A kid-friendly destination of- their hand prints on a portrait fering prime croc viewing Tel: (021) 988 8836 of the Archbishop Emeritus. close to Cape Town The event also offers a unique Almost every little tyke has Discover a unique Two Oceans team building opportunity for pored over picture books Aquarium in the Waterfront corporates. All proceeds con- etched with sketches of the One of the top tourist attrac- tribute towards improving the prehistoric-looking crocodile. tions in Cape Town and over quality of life for children fac- But despite living in ‘wild’ Afri- 3000 living sea animals, in- ing life-threatening and termi- ca, very few Cape Town-born cluding sharks, fishes, turtles nal illnesses. kids have actually seen one of and penguins can be5 seen 17 September @ 11am – 2pm these intriguing creatures in this spectacular underwater R30 – R80 the flesh. Le Bonheur in the nature reserve. Huguenot Memorial, Lam- tiny hamlet of Simondium just Open: Daily @ 9:30am – 6pm brechts Road, Franschhoek outside Paarl delights and en- (incl. Public Holidays) Tel: (021) 876 8600 chants youngsters’ imagina- Adults R150/R135, (Students tions by giving them this rare & Pensioners) / R110/R100 & Orchids of Discovery opportunity. Kids R110/R100 (14yrs- The Cape Orchid Society’s Monday – Sunday: 9am – 17yrs) & R70/R65 (4yrs- spring show takes visitors 5pm(Open throughout all sea- 13yrs) & Children under 4 en- to the world of orchid collec- sons) ter for FREE. tors, adventurers and orchid Adults R58 & Kids R32 Two Ocean Aquarium Cape hunters in 19th century. Peo- R45, Babylonstoren, Paarl Town, V&A Waterfront, Cape ple searched far and wide for Tel: (021) 863 1142 Town A scene from ‘Ufundo’ - Photo credit Dex Goodman rare and unusual orchids, of- Tel: (021) 418 3823 ten risking their lives by brav- World of Birds ing treacherous terrain, vi- Is the largest bird park in Afri- Beautiful Butterfly World cious animals, tropical ca and one of the few large Visit this Winelands paradise ‘Injabulo’, Jazzart dance compa- fessional dancers Tracey September The titular ‘Injabulo’ is a new diseases and angry indige- bird parks in the World. Over and be privileged to see rest- ny’s latest explosion of movement, and Adam Malebo. The production choreographed work that deals nous populations. 3 000 birds (and small ani- ing butterflies, exotic spiders will be presented in the Artscape is an extension of the collaboration with sharing in the happiness of 17 – 18 September mals) of 400 different species and scary scorpions up close. Theatre from Thursday to Satur- which took place a year ago with others. It deals with a group of @ 9am – 4pm are uniquely presented in Monday – Friday @ 9am – day, September 15 to 17, with per- dancers Andile Vellem and Yaseen dancers (Vellum, Sangweni, Sep- R10 – R15 more than 100 spacious land- 3pm formances commencing at 8pm. Manual from Unmute Dance Com- tember and Manual) that support Hall, Kirstenbosch scaped walk through aviaries, Adults R72 & Kids R41 A matinee performance is also pany. Andile Vellem, using sign each other. Each person is confi- National Botanical Gardens, allowing you the most inti- Route 44, Klapmuts (near scheduled for Saturday at 3pm. language as his language of cho- dent in their own abilities yet wary Rhodes Drive, Newlands mate closeness with nature. Stellenbosch and Paarl), Tickets cost R80, R40 for students/ reography, took the cast on a jour- of their shortcomings. But when Tel: 083 2524659 Daily @ 9am – 5pm CapeWinelands pensioners and scholars enjoy a re- ney of translating this into dance, times are tough, they motivate Adults R90 & Kids (3-16yrs) Tel: (021) 875 5628 duced rate of R30. Block bookings a technique referred to as “sign each other for the better of dance, Body Worlds Vital Exhibition R45 of 10 or more cost R60. dance”. Mziyanda, through this the better of society. It reflects our The exhibition provides visi- Wildlife Sanctuary, Valley Noordhoek Farm Village “The search for happiness is journey portrays what he believes happy stories. tors with an opportunity to see Road, Houtbay Renowned for long white a timeless and universal human is not only Andile’s challenges as a ‘Infinite Reflections’, choreo- how lifestyle choices drasti- Tel: 021 790 2730 sandy beaches, vast wet- journey. We all long for that feel- deaf person, but everyone’s strug- graphed by Kweyama, is a work cally affect the body. All the lands and ancient milkwood ing that comes over you when you gle to hear and be heard, to under- which left audiences in awe at Jaz- sections create an absolutely Artjamming forest, Noordhoek epitomizes know life is good; when the space stand and be understood. zart’s June Trainee season. It is a amazing exhibition, demon- Create a masterpiece (or a relaxed, unhurried lifestyle you are in is good and the people ‘Reservations’, choreographed work about the experiences of our strating the human body’s in- mess) on a blank canvas, that is sought after by many around you make you smile,” the by Sifiso Kweyama, brings to the youth, their contrasting reflections telligent design, how it func- while listening to funky music. environmentalists and artists, producers’ notes read. “Of course, fore the insecurities in a relation- of their emotional sufferings and tions and to appreciate what Artjammers are provided with so don’t be surprised to find this feeling of being happy is im- ship after a partner has deceived their joys. It displays their pain, happens when disease a menu of 12 different size horses, pigs, cows, hens, possible to understand and appre- the other. which varies for each individual strikes and how it can miracu- canvases, easels, a selection ducks and rabbits roaming ciate if you have never experienced Tracey September and Nkosi- because of their different upbring- lously regenerate itself. of non-toxic acrylic paints, the gardens and open public sadness. The production takes the nathi Sangweni portrays how as ing and demographics. Until 23 October brushes and tools to freely spaces. audience through the ups and a society we have become so self- The proceeds of the ticket sales R100 – R160 express themselves. Great Noordhoek Farm downs of relationships and how absorbed in our own opinions and for this production will be allocated Watershed, V&A Waterfront idea for children’s parties! Village,Noordhoek “umuntu ngabantu ngumuntu” daily woes that we have forgotten to Jazzart’s Outreach Programme, R130 Tel: (021) 789 2812 calls for us to be selfless at times, that relationships need attention specifically to their aspiring young Oude Werf’s Soul Food Evenings Cape Quarter, Cavendish to take the time to make someone and compromise in order to flour- dancers in Zwelethemba, Worces- This winter, Chef Jeromy will Square, The Paddocks, V&A Paintball else happy…and share in their hap- ish. It deals with forgiveness and ter. be exploring the flavours of Waterfront &Willowbridge Teamwork, stealth and strate- piness.” the process of being able to under- our heritage with his Stellen- Centre, www.artjamming.co. gy are all part of what makes The segment ‘Ufundo’, cho- stand oneself and others to move Bookings can be made at bosch Soul Food menus. za it so exciting. Hiding behind reographed by Mziyanda Mancam, beyond the past; to move beyond Computicket. Every Thursday until 30 Sep- trees, belly crawling through will be performed by Jazzart’s pro- the pain. tember / R155pp Acrobranching the grass or strategising with Oude Werf Restaurant, Acrobranching gives you and their team will soon make Church Street, Stellenbosch the kids the chance to un- them forget about their com- Tel: (021) 887 4608 leash your inner-ape and go puters. Experience Goodness at the V&A Food Market swinging through the tree Monday – Sunday: 9:15am- FAMILY FUN tops. This is another fantastic 12:45pm, 1:15pm – 4:45pm holiday activity for the entire Area 51, Imhoff Farm, Kom- Rocklands Deer Park family if the weather decides metjie, Cape Town Rocklands Park Kids Play- to play along. The Acrobranch Tel: (021) 790 7603 ground is a popular family Park in Constantia consists of destination in Cape Town. It is three courses, each some Camel Riding located next to a coffee shop equipped with zip lines, sing If the paintball sounds a bit and restaurant, the Deer Park bridges and Tarzan swings. too hectic then why not take Cafe. A dedicated committee Adults R140 / 180 & Kids your kids for a camel ride at has managed to turn this park R100 / 140 / 180 Imhoff Farm next door to the into one of the best equipped Constantia paintball. playgrounds in town. Children Tel: 081 8511765 Tuesdays – Sundays and have access to wooden climb- public holidays: 12pm – 4pm ing structures, creative ani- Bugz Family Playpark Please be aware that rides mals sculptures, mosaic An activity-filled park in Kraai- are not offered when it is rain- The V&A Food Market is a flavour mecca benches and a giant caterpil- fontein with a huge outdoor ing or in stormy weather. lar for balancing and playground and an impres- Imhoff Farm, , play. Rocklands Park has be- sive indoor play area suited Cape Town An indoor artisan street food mar- bomb prepared by Trecastelli, our come a popular spot for birth- for children from 2 to 10 years Tel: 082 3443163 ket and retail store, consisting of 42 Italian baking family from Rome. (t) 021 418 1605 day parties which are also old. There are pedal cars, traders specializing in unique offer- Situated in the heart of Cape E-mail: info@waterfrontmar- hosted at the Café. jumping castles, rowing Pirate Boat ings. Enjoy fresh oysters shucked Town’s working harbour, on No- ket.co.za Daily @ 8am – 8pm boats, swing horses, mini Craving adventure on the on site by The Knysna Oyster Com- bel Square, V&A Waterfront, the Facebook: V&A Food Market FREE tractor rides, a choochoo train high seas? Set sail aboard pany, chased by a glass of bubbles V&A Food Market is open daily Twitter: @VAFoodMarket Deer Park Café, 2 Deerpark as well as free play areas, the Jolly Roger and enjoy the or experience locally roasted artisan from 10am to 6pm (May to Oc- Instagram: @VAFoodMarket Drive, , Cape Town horse rides and magic shows. live pirate show out at sea. coffee from TRUTH Coffee, paired tober), 10am to 7pm (November - Tel: (021) 462 6311 Adults R35 / 50 & Kids R60 / Children will love the authen- with original Cannoli, Mignon or a April)

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FAMILY FUN FAMILY FUN FAMILY FUN FAMILY FUN tic looking pirate ship and the play gym is also its busiest, cent from the top of Table Ultimate battle of the sense of adventure that the offering active play experi- A cool retreat in summer, Mountain, not only experi- crew helps to create. ences for children aged 9 dogs delight in the pond ence a surge of adrenalin but Opening times: Subject to months to 12 years. around the Victorian fountain also witness Cape Town’s wands comes to weather conditions Monday – Saturday @ 10am while the children enjoy them- beautiful beaches and breath- V&A Waterfront Harbour, – 5pm selves in the playground. taking views from above. Cape Town 23 Bell Crescent, Westlake Open daily @ 8am – 6pm R695pp (excluding cable car Tel: (021) 421 0909 Business Park, Westlake Upper Orange Road, Gar- fee) Tel: (021) 702 0505 dens, Cape Town www.abseilafrica.co.za Cool Runnings Tobogganing Tel: (021) 400 2521 Tel: (021) 424 4760 Park Cave Golf We’ve swapped sunshine and This 18 hole indoor mini-golf Trafalgar Park City Rock beaches for the lure of snow course offers just the right This park is situated in Wood- When the weather is keeping here in Cape Town but that blend of fun and frustration. A stock & is a safe place for you inside, go to CityROCK, doesn’t mean we have to two-player game should take children to play. one of Cape Town’s indoor miss out on the winter sports about half an hour, perfect for Open Daily: 8am – 6pm climbing gyms. With its boul- they get to enjoy elsewhere. rainy days. Corner Victoria Road & Sear- dering cave, lead wall, and Opening Times: Tuesday – Open Daily @ 9am – 4:30pm le Street, Woodstock 10m high climbing area you Friday: 12pm -6pm, Saturday- Next to Scratch Patch, Dock Tel: (021) 400 3031 won’t even know it’s raining Sunday: 9am-6pm Road, V&A Waterfront outside. Off Carl Cronje Drive, Oppo- Tel: (021) 419 9429 21 Anson Street, Observatory site BellvilleVelodrome The Arderne Gardens, with its Tel: (021) 447 1326 Tel: (021) 949 4439 Stadium Bowling Japanese garden, shady Ten Pin Bowling is a great ac- glades and romantic nooks, Fynbos Horse Trails Cape Town Museums tivity to be enjoyed with conjures up happy memories Enjoy a full or half day guided The musty smell of old photo- friends and colleagues. for many Capetonians as a horse tour through the beauti- graphs and historic artefacts Monday – Thursday @ 9am place to bring young children ful vineyards beneath the in well-lit showrooms offers a – 10pm, Friday – Saturday @ or take precious wedding Hawequa Mountains. welcome retreat from the 9am – 12am & Sunday @ photographs. www.fynbostrails.com rainy weather outside. 10am – 10pm Open Daily @ 9am – 4pm Tel: 082 3358132 Second generation magician Caitlin Hutchison, 15, of Claremont, 25 Queen Victoria Street, Stadium on Main Shopping Main Street, Claremont will be competing in both the Close-Up and Stage categories Cape Town Centre, Main Road Claremont Tel: (021) 689 4185 Skydive Tel: (021) 481 3900 Tel: (021) 671 4759 Take the leap & experience Park Cape Town’s beauty from a The Science Centre Scratch Patch This is an open park with big bird’s eye view. leven provincial teen wizards 4pm. In addition to these events, audi- A world of discovery under For a very unique experience trees, and features a variety Tel: 082 8006290, www.sky- will be locked in the ultimate ences will be able to see street busk- one roof, the Science Centre search through the sea of co- of flora. There are pathways divecapetown.za.net battle of the wands when ers throw down the magical gauntlet features a wide variety of in- lourful gemstones beneath for gentle walks and its lawns the 2016 Jun- in the Street Magic Contest, showing teractive displays and exciting you feet while picking out your provide ample space for pic- Shark Zone iorE Magician Championships is hosted off their skills in card magic, puppetry, activities for your enjoyment. favourites. This is a great ac- nics. The Company specialises in at on Sunday, coin effects, juggling and balloon- Monday to Saturday 9am - tivity for people of all ages. Open Daily @ 8am – 6pm shark cage diving and viewing September 18. modelling. 4:30pm; Sundays & Public Monday – Friday Corner Campground Road & tours, who pride themselves Hosted by the , “The Championships event is a fan- Holidays 10am - 4:30pm @ 8:30am – 4:45pm Sandown Roads, on service and the best price Cape Town’s only magical arts or- tastic platform for our young magi- 370B Main Road, Observato- Saturday – Sunday Rondebosch guarantee. ganisation, the competition is primed cians to get a taste of what it is like ry, Cape Town @ 9am – 5:15pm Tel: (021) 689 4185 Tel: 082 8944979, www. to test the mettle of young magicians to compete professionally in the world Tel: (021) 300 3200 Dido Valley Road Simon- sharkzone.co.za in the quick-fingered art of Close-up of magic. I’ve had a sneak peak at the stown, Maynardville Park Magic and the grandiose illusionary creative acts our contestants are pre- Clay Café Tel: (021) 786 2020 This district park features roll- MARKETS techniques of Stage Magic. paring and they are incredible. The Clay Café makes for a Monday – Sunday ing expanses of lawn popu- Forget Hogwarts’ Triwizard Cup - Join us and see them for memorable day of creativity @ 9am – 5:30pm lated with trees and a vibrant Market the Championships contestants are vy- yourselves,”says College of Magic di- and recreation for children V&A Waterfront eco-system of birds. The gar- Situated under the magical ing for the 2016 Western Cape Junior rector David Gore. and parents alike. Tel: (021) 419 9429 den includes the famous May- Tokai Mountains, the Muizen- Magician title, top honours and op- Monday – Sunday @ 9am – nardville open-air theatre. berg market offers a totally portunities to perform at international Tickets for the Championships 5pm The Boulders Penguin Colony There is also a water feature diverse shopping experience. magical events. start from R100 and are available Old Dairy, Oakhurst Farm, Welcome to paradise: pen- and children’s playground. From fresh fruit and vegeta- As the competitive spirit reaches an at www.collegeofmagic.com/tick- Main Road, guins and beautiful beaches Opening hours: daily 8am – bles to little delicious cakes of all-time wizardly high, Milnerton High ets. Tel: (021) 790 3318 in a seaside village. Pen- 6pm all colours and sizes, fashion School will be transformed into a mag- For more information, call 021 683 guins live almost exclusively Corner Church & Wolfe at incredibly low prices and ical battle ground with the Close-Up 5480; or visit www.collegeofmagic. Green Point Park in the southern hemisphere, Street, Wynberg, Cape Town great gift ideas, this market event at 2pm and the Stage contest at com. Perfect for a family outing with but yes, you will also find Tel: (021) 689 4185 will not disappoint. scooter, bikes and picnic bas- them in South Africa, in the Every Sunday @ 8am - 5pm. MARKETS MARKETS MARKETS kets. seaside village Simon’s Town Sunrise Circle, Muizenberg Open Daily @ 7am – 7pm in between Fish Wynberg Park is where the Tel: 076 037 0862 Green Point Park, Bay Road, Hoek and - an spring of the Krakeelwater Noordhoek Community Market Tokai Forest Market launched the vibe daytime Green Point easy hour‘s drive from Cape River begins. This district Woodmill Market High quality vendors including This market has a little bit of clothing and design fair in an Tel: (021) 417 0111 Town. park features a conifer gar- Hosting 30 diverse stalls with The Foodbarn, African Juice something for visitors of all effort to find expression for February – March: 8am – den, children’s playground, boutique wines, craft beers Bar, Angel Chefs, Buddy’s ages. It also provides an op- her long-time love of beautiful Monkey Town 6.30pm duck pond, lawns, and ideal and home-made foods. Local Burgers, Cape Point Kitchen, portunity for some family attire. Monkey TownMonkey Town is April – September: 8am – for walking dogs, picnics and musicians entertain crowds, Jacki A’s, Kitchen Cowboys quality time and adventure. Every 1st Saturday of the a sanctuary for 28 exotic 5pm braais. and kids are welcome. and Passion Foods, in a child- There is a great deal of fun to month @ 11am – 4pm monkey species from all over October – November: 8am – Open Daily @ 8am – 6pm Fridays friendly setting with views out be had for each member of Blue Bird Garage, Muizen- the world. Guided tours, feed- 6.30pm Corner Klaassens & Trovato Free over Noordhoek to the sea. the family, from activities for berg ing-time talks, touch farm December – January: 7am – Link Roads, Wynberg WoodmillMarket,Vredenburg Thursdays the kids to shopping for the Tel: 082 3312471 yard, play-park and restau- 7.30pm Tel: (021) 689 4185 Road, Stellenbosch, Email: Free teens as well as culinary high- rant. There is also interaction Conservation fee: Adults, R45 nikki.vanniekerk@steinhoff. Cape Point Vineyards, Silver- lights for the foodies. Bay Harbour Market (Hout Bay) with tame monkeys under adults; children under the age Durbanville Rose Garden co.za mine Road, Noordhoek, Cape Every Saturday @ 9am – An inspiring destination for guided supervision. of 12, R20 @ free entrance This district park is a historical Town 2pm breakfast, lunch and dinner, Mondeor Rd, for WILD card holders. site, and is also home to nu- Milnerton Flea Market Tel:(021) 789 0178 Tokai Forest, Open Road/ this weekend market kicks off (Turn off from ) Sanparks merous farm graves. It fea- Cape Town’s most diverse Spaanchemat River Road, with Friday Nite LIVE!, offer- Tel: (021) 858 1060 Tel: (021) 786 2329 tures 500 varieties of rose outdoor market and famous V&A Market on the Wharf Tokai ing live music, at least 26 culi- bushes. Visitors and tourists landmark for bargain hunters! Cape Town’s only permanent Fashion in the Village Market nary experts catering to ev- Bounce World The Company’s Garden are invited to enjoy tea among Enjoyendless variety of used market has an array of local The monthly market is the erything from Tunisian Bounce World is the largest Featuring a historical city the rose bushes at the park’s items ranging from household and international fresh, arti- passion project of Cape Town cuisine, Seafood platters, Ov- indoor inflatable play area in park, a rose garden, a fish Tea Room on Sundays during goods and bric-a-brac, to col- sinal and gourmet food stalls, local and fashion guru Kim en-fired Pizza to gourmet South Africa. pond, an aviary & numerous flowering season. lectables and antiques at bar- on-site demo kitchens, chil- Speer, who also runs the Sandwiches, speciality soups Saturdays and Sundays trees of botanical and histori- Size: 1.5 hectares gain prices. Open weather dren’s entertainment and weekly Friday night Blue Bird and everything in-between. Montague Arena, 15 Mon- cal significance. Opening daily @ daily 8am – permitting from 8am Satur- more. Garage Food and Goods Dates & times: Friday Nite tague Drive, Montague Gar- Summer: 7am – 7pm & Win- 6pm days, Sundays & Public Holi- Daily Market out of the same space LIVE: 5 pm to 9 pm; Sunday: dens, Cape Town ter: 7am – 6pm Durban Road, Durbanville days. Ample free parking Free (an old converted postal 9.30 am to 4 pm. Tel: (021) 552 3165 Queen Victoria Street, Cape Tel: (021) 970 3129 Marine Drive (R27), Metro In- Noble Square, V&A Water- plane hangar in the heart of Extended trading hours on: Town dustrial front, Dock Road, Cape Town, the suburb). While she gives Saturdays 10.30am-6pm Bizzy Bodies Tel: (021) 400 2521 Abseil Africa For further info visit www.mil- www.marketonthewharf.co.za much of her attention to the 31 Harbour Road, Hout Bay, Cape Town’s biggest indoor Enjoy a 112m controlled de- nertonfleamarket.co.za regular evening event, she Cape Town

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ing business that was plaguing the coun- Review of the week try in 1986. He posed as a slick, money- laundering businessman Bob Musella. FILM: THE INFILTRATOR He was teamed with impulsive and CAST: BRYAN CRANSTON, DIANE KRUGER, streetwise fellow agent Emir Abreu (John JOHN LEGUIZAMO, BENJAMIN BRATT, AMY Leguizamo) and rookie agent posing as RYAN his fiancé, Kathy Ertz (Diane Kruger). DIRECTOR: BRAD FURMAN Mazur befriends Escobar’s top lieu- CLASSIFICATION: 16 LV tenant Roberto Alcaino (Benjamin Bratt) REVIEWER: PETER FELDMAN and is soon navigating a vicious criminal network in which the slightest slip-up could cost him his life. Mazur risks it all building a case that 1 2 3 4 5 leads to indictments of 85 drug lords and the corrupt bankers who cleaned their ryan Cranston is a superb actor. dirty money, along with the collapse of He made a name in the iconic the Bank of Credit and Commerce Inter- TV series ‘Breaking Bad’ and was national, one of the largest money-laun- nominated this year for an Oscar dering banks in the world. A scene from ‘The Infiltrator’ forB ‘Trumbo’. It’s an amazing story and a fascinat- Now Cranston gets to show his acting ing aspect is observing how an undercov- chops again in this riveting slice of cin- er cop can confuse his true identity with ema which takes viewers on a dangerous that of the “character” he is playing and Lawyer’) has used Mazur’s autobiography to his family. Furman keeps a tight rein Movies journey into the heart of the drug trade it requires a steely will to stay on course. as the film’s framework and he does an on the film’s palpable and at times suffo- in America. Mazur’s wife, Evelyn (Juliet Aubrey), excellent job. ‘The Infiltrator’ is not an cating tension and this is the film’s major Based on a true story, Cranston por- is not entirely happy about her husband’s action movie with high speed car chases asset. Another is the quality of the en- trays Federal agent Robert “Bob” Mazur present job, because it could spell a death and gun fights, but a slow-burning ex- semble cast. Led by Cranston, the actors who goes deep undercover to infiltrate sentence should he be discovered. ploration of how the “money” was used do sterling jobs in their respective roles. Pablo Escobar’s Columbian drug traffick- Director Brad Furman (‘The Lincoln in the war on drugs. In fact, Mazur never John Leguizamo, who often plays carried a weapon and he used his mastery weird or quirky characters, gives a of persuasion to get into the inner circle. straight reading here, while Benjamin Still showing: He suggests to his boss, Bonnie Tischler Bratt is low-key and sinister. Diane Kru- (Amy Ryan), that perhaps the best way ger, though, is underused. to stem the cocaine tide is to stall Pa- The era, too, is beautifully captured blo Escobar’s money train and that is the with grainy footage shot in reds and yel- reason why he adopts the persona of a lows, cheesy synthesizer music and fash- money launderer. ions of the time. His weapons are dollars, not bullets, A short fall in the narrative’s thrust, but that doesn’t lessen the tension. Ma- though, is that some of the characters ‘Sully’ zur becomes entwined with people who appear and then vanish and re-appear have no compunctions about murder and again without apparent reason, leaving it there’s never a moment when we aren’t somewhat disjointed. aware of his jeopardy. His bodyguard re- Pacing issues aside, ‘The Infiltrator’ is minds him that if the truth comes out, nevertheless a compelling exercise which the drug dealers will cut off his limbs, focuses more on the psychological impact give him a shot of adrenaline to keep him of Mazur’s situation rather relying on conscious, remove his eyelids, and make conventional action sequences. Watching him watch as they do unspeakable things how things play out is mesmerizing. ‘Morgan’ Diane Kruger and Brian Cranston in ‘Infiltrator’

Film: Ben Hur the acting, especially from its two protection attempts to assassinate romance with Esther and Messala’s The dialogue spouted by the char- Cast: Jack Huston, Toby Kebbell, leads, Jack Huston (as Judah Ben- the Roman governor, Pontius Pilate longing for Tirzah are presented in acters is ridiculous at times. The use Rodrigo Santoro, Nazanin Boniadi, Hur) and Toby Kebbell (as Messala (Pilou Asbaek). an equally perfunctory manner. of colloquial language hardly fits into Ayelet Zurer, Pilou Asbaek, Sofia Severus), never attain great heights, Ben-Hur, bearing responsibility for The chariot race, the film’s sig- a serious Biblical period piece. Black-D’Elia, Morgan Freeman and the insipid screenplay fails to the attack, is sold into slavery to toil nature scene, is disappointing and is The only truly familiar face is that Director: Timu Bekmambetov draw you into the story. as a rower in the bowels of a Roman devoid of the sort of excitement and of Morgan Freeman, given an awe- Classification: 13V ‘Ben-Hur’ recounts the saga of ship, where he spends the next five suspense that was so amply gener- some dreadlocked grey wig, who Reviewer: Peter Feldman Jewish prince Judah Ben-Hur and years nursing a grudge and wonder- ated by the original. tries bravely to inject some grandeur his adopted brother, Roman orphan ing what became of his sister, mother The intense rivalry between Ben into the proceedings. His well-known Messala Severus. As boys, the two are (Ayelet Zurer), and gentle wife, Esther Hur and Massala never comes across voice is heard reading a rambling 1 2 3 4 5 close, and Messala falls in love with (Nazanin Boniadi). strongly enough. Another odd inclu- monologue and he surfaces as Sheik Judah’s blood-sister, Tirzah (Sofia Bekmambetov’s production is cer- sion is that of Jesus, played by an un- Ilderim, a wealthy Nubian who trains Let’s immediately cut to the (chariot) Black-D’Elia). tainly not the sprawling and inspir- convincing and uncharismatic Rodri Ben-Hur to become a charioteer and chase. Messala eventually decides to ing epic one would have expected go Santoro, who pops up occasion- so take revenge on his brother. Why would anybody want to re- leave Jerusalem to make his own on a subject about adopted brothers, ally to spout Biblical passages and Overall, ‘Ben-Hur’ is far too jum- make a true screen epic such as ‘Ben- mark in the world. During his ab- divided by culture and politics, and enact moments from the gospels. In bled a production for comfort, with Hur’, which starred Charlton Heston sence, unrest grows and Judah finds which unfolds in the shadow of Je- the original we never get to see Jesus, jarring transitions that only succeed and Steven Boyd, actors with enor- himself in an uneasy position caught sus’ life and death. apart from his feet, but in this version in leaving the viewer totally confused mous gravitas? between Israeli “zealots” and the The rivalry between Ben-Hur and he seems to have been unnecessarily at the end. The addition of 3D ver- Unless, of course, it all has to do city’s Roman overlords. When Mes- Messala is competently enough con- shoehorned into the action. sions doesn’t help the cause, either. with financial considerations. sala returns at the head of a Roman veyed in the early scenes, but it This question is never answered garrison, friction erupts between the fails to establish a credible bond as we wade into this lacklustre Timu brothers; this turns to outright hos- of brotherhood, because it occurs Bekmambetov production in which tility when a zealot under Judah’s in a kind of vacuum. Ben-Hur’s LABIA Gardens Tel (021) 424 5927 Fri 16 – Thurs 22 Sept R45 (Subject to Concessions) www.thelabia.co.za Daily 2.00, 6.15, 8.30pm (no 6.15 Daily 12.00, 6.00pm Thurs, no 8.30pm Fri, Thurs) (no 6.00pm Fri) SULLY (10-12PGV) ME BEFORE YOU (7-9PG)

Daily 12.00, 2.30, 6.00, 8.30pm Daily 6.00pm (except Wed) (no 6.00pm Tues, no 8.30pm Fri, Wed, Thurs) THE LIGHT BETWEEN OCEANS (10-12PG) BRIDGET JONES’S BABY (13L) Daily 11.45am, 4.00, 8.45pm (no 4.00, 8.45pm Wed) Daily 1.45pm SAUSAGE PARTY (16DLSV) CAPTAIN FANTASTIC (13L) Daily 11.45am, 4.00pm (no Daily 2.30, 8.15pm 4.00pm Sat) YOUTH (13LN) FLORENCE FOSTER JENKINS (10-12PG) Morgan Freeman and Jack Huston in ‘Ben Hur’

8 The Next 48hOURS www.48hours.co.za 16 September - 22 September 2016 The Next 48hOURS • Art & Lifestyle Indulge in an art ‘Picnic’ at the Stevenson gallery

tevenson: Cape Town gal- painting is the same; a self-con- ticate it. It’s a way of consuming lery is currently showcasing scious framework, a way of being the unconsumable, controlling the Deborah Poynton’s eighth contained, while also tasting a bit uncontrollable. But if you imagine solo exhibition, ‘Picnic’, until of freedom,” adds the artist. going outside, odd sticks, flowers, SOctober 8. Poynton’s work agitates para- trees and grasses surround you. You In this series of paintings and doxes between real and unreal, the could become more aware of parts drawings, Poynton imagines the pictorial and the perceived. This of your body. You could become picnic as a metaphorical entry point series brings focus to the acts of another object on the blanket, for exploring concepts of pleasure, looking and being, positing the to consume or be consumed, and containment and freedom. These image as an intermediary between know that you exist. You could be verdant scenes in secluded settings consciousness and emotion. The quiet for a moment, and contem- oscillate between hyperrealism and paintings and drawings are cast plate the idea of pleasure, if not the abstraction, underpainting and the in an incomplete language, with- pleasure itself,” concludes Poynton. unpainted;exposing the logic of out pretence to any fully realised their making and pointing to the il- “meaning”. As such, ‘Picnic’ sets Gallery hours: Mondays to Fri- lusory nature of the painted image. forth to reveal both the possibilities days, 9am to 5pm; Saturdays, “I have painted this series of and limitations inherent in images, 10am to 1pm ‘picnic paintings’ because I like the and the complexities of their per- For more information, send an idea that both picnics and paintings ception. email to [email protected]; or are fantasies about pleasure,” says “Paintings are not really free. visit www.stevenson.info. Poynton. You might paint a picture to try to Find the Stevenson gallery at “A picnic can be a metaphor for express a sense of wonder, as a re- Buchanan Building, 160 Sir Low- a perfect, imaginary place where sponse to being alive. But in trying ry Road, Woodstock. beauty and pleasure abound. A to paint it, you inevitably domes- The work ‘Lost and Found’ by Deborah Poynton

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Arno Carstens rhythm and lead, showcasing 2016 so far and to come. rama through charming anec- Exhibition explores the Arno Carstens introduces his acoustic and electric guitars. 20 – 28 September @ 7pm – dotes and classic hit songs. first and long awaited Afri- He now performs live. 10pm Until 17 September kaans rock album, Die Aandb- 18 September @ 6:30pm R150 R140 – R160 lom 13. R200 meal incl Café Roux, Chapmans Peak Baxter Theatre, Rondebosch, spiritual and mental Carstens has, as a former Alma Café, 20 Alma Road, Drive, Noordhoek Tel: (021) 685 7880 lead vocalist of The Spring- Rosebank, Cape Town Tel: (021) 789 2538 bok Nude Girls, and as a solo Tel: (021) 685 7377 Painted Rocks at Revolver dimensions of ‘Levitation’ artist, released 10 albums The Full Morty Creek 0ver a 20 year long career. He Society Fridays The Full Morty stars ac- Internationally acclaimed and Eclectica Contemporary gallery in Cape precht has written the following about performs hits from his entire Society Friday’s is all things claimed theatre and TV actor multiple award-winning play- Town is currently featuring Zambian the exhibition: “In these paintings we career with a full band while music. From the best deep and talented vocalist, Mortim- wright Athol Fugard returns born artist Restone Maambo’s first solo see a careful interplay between objects sharing new music from Die house bass lines to some roll- er Williams. Williams delves with his new play: a story in- show of paintings. The exhibition, en- and people; between space and iden- Aandblom 13. ing techno, we play it all. If into the mind of South African spired by farm worker Nukain titled ‘Levitation’, can be seen at the tity; and between the physical realm 16 September @ 8:15pm commercial music doesn’t males in a comedy meets Mabuza – an artist living in Burg Street space until October 1. and that of the spirit. Through force of R195 – R235 tickle your fancy then Friday cabaret stand up show with pre-liberation South Africa. Employing a rich mix of media in- concentration, with the application of Baxter Theatre, Main Road, nights at Tiger are for you! themes from testosterone to Until 24 September cluding painting, drawing and collage, his mind and his materials, and finally Rondebosch With guest DJ’s weekly from toilet time and bedroom antics R140 – R180 Maambo’s works explore how humans via painterly skill that has been prac- Tel: 0861 9158000 all over. SA and occasionally to trying to understand wom- Fugard Theatre, Corner Cale- can transcend their physical con- ticed long and hard, Restone Maambo the coolest internationals. en. Directed by Kristy Suttner. don & Lower Buitenkant straints of existence through spiritual has done the seemingly impossible: he Wild Lettuce Every Friday @ 9pm Until 16 September Street, , Cape and mental processes. The works are has defied the realm of the ordinary, He blends the sounds of the Tiger Tiger, 103 Main Road, R125 / One ticket admits 2 Town uplifting, forward-looking and chal- the explicable and the mundane.” Flamenco guitar’s unpredict- Claremont people on a Tuesday Tel: (021) 461 4554 lenging of convention and the limita- Maambo was born in Zambia, in able rhythms with the ancient Theatre, 52 Main tions put on us as humans. 1980. His paintings often look back at harmonies of the Australian Tiger Tiger Saturdays Road, Kalk Bay Joseph and the Technicolor “Levitation is a spiritual subject his childhood. Maambo was first inter- didgeridoo, combined with Tiger Saturday’s are all about Tel: (021) 7887257 Dreamcoat that goes beyond the five senses. It ested in illustrations found in newspa- ethereal electric cello sounds. friends, drinks and making Director Paul Warwick Griffin goes beyond what is usual, invoking pers and comics at the age of five. His A kick drum and a pure ana- memories. Our resident has Karoo Moose presents the award-winning the surrounding energy that can only passion for creativity and art lead him log delay is added to the di- all the best hits from old Winner of 15 top South Afri- musical Joseph and the be activated through media practices, to move to Cape Town, where he has verse mix of instruments school to current to make can awards, Lara Foot’s Ka- Amazing Technicolor Dream- experience, illusions and to some be- since pursued his career, focusing on which then create a time- sure it’s a fun vibe for every- roo Moose returns to the coat, including popular songs liefs,” says Maambo. paintings concerned with the human less improvisational sound one. stage with the original cast, ‘Any Dream Will Do’ and “I believe that as humans we have form and its presence in different en- journey. Every Saturday including Zoleka Helesi, Mdu ‘Close Every Door’. Featuring the capability of going beyond the vironments. 17 September Tiger Tiger, 103 Main Road, Kweyama, Bongile Mantsai, Earl Gregory, Bianca Le laws of nature when pushed, or push- R90 Claremont Thami Mbongo, Chuma So- Grange and Jonathan Rox- ing towards some limit. This can even For more information, call 021 422 Café Roux, Chapmans Peak potela and Apollo Ntshoko. mouth. result into some magical entity. It’s 4145; send an email to info@eclec- Drive, Noordhoek, Tel: (021) Performed in English with Until 5 November easiest for me to explain what I mean ticacontemporary.co.za; 789 2538 THEATRE isiXhosa, the story takes R125 – R350 by this in visual terms – through my or visit www.eclecticacontempo- place in a remote and impov- , Camps paintings – rather than explain this ex- rary.co.za. Farmhouse Rocks Big Boys The Third erished village in the Karoo. Bay, Link Road, perience in words.” Eclectica Contemporary is situ- The band – renowned for the The Big Boys’ return with a Until 24 September Tel: (021) 438 3301 Art critic and theorist Andrew Lam- ated on 69 Burg Street, Cape Town. high quality of their live perfor- third installment of the popu- R60 mances – share the stage lar two hander performed by Baxter Golden Arrow Studio, Clydebourne Park with The City, Nomadic Or- Ash and Brad Searle. Fresh, Rondebosch Russ and Bev are selling their chestra and Checked Zebra. innovative dance routines and Tel: (021) 685 7880 two-bedroom Chicago Bun- 17 September larger-than-life action is per- galow in Clybourne Park R20 – R100 formed by the multi-award Remembering the Lux which enables the first black Cape Farmhouse, Junction winning duo. The production pays tribute to family to move into the neigh- M66 & M65, Plateau Road, 20 September – 15 October the iconic Luxurama Theatre, bourhood, creating discontent Scaborough @ 8:30pm one of Cape Town’s grand old amongst the white suburban- Tel: (021) 780 1246 / 082 R125 dames of cinema and enter- ites of Clybourne Park. 9941884 Kalk Bay Theatre, 52 Main tainment. Written and directed Until 1 October Road, Kalk Bay by Izobell and Baxter CEO R120 – R250 Albert Frost Tel: (021) 788 7257 and artistic director Lara Foot, Fugard Theatre, Corner Cale- For the past two decades, the Remembering the Lux was don & Lower Buitenkant energetic performances of Nik Rabinowitz: FortyNights the undisputed highlight of the Street, District Six, Cape this accomplished guitar- The Constantia native deliv- festive season and returns to Town ist have impressed audiences ers one liners which are relat- bring to life and celebrate the Tel: (021) 461 4554 as he alternates between able and reflect the events in history of the legendary Luxu- ‘Levitation’ is Restone Maambo’s first solo exhibition

16 September - 22 September 2016 www.48hours.co.za The Next 48hOURS 9 The Next 48hOURS • Fooding Around Macon bacon

“What is bacon?” a friend of mine’s in bacon and topped with trembling little boy asked me. “Well,” I said, soft poached eggs... green beans Fooding around with “it is a meat product prepared from wrapped in bacon... bacon jam... ba- Jenny Morris the meat of a pig.” “Well,” his an- con marmalade... meatloaf wrapped swer came back, “I like it!” Simple, in bacon...now you have me going. yet profound. Out of the mouths of If bacon made from pork is not for babes...but also very much indicative you, then try Turkey bacon, which is of how the majority of meat eaters smokey and cured, very low in fat feel. Most people I know “like it”. and healthy; or Macon, which is There are various cuts of bacon: cured mutton; and believe it or not, the belly, which gives one streaky vegetarian bacon, or Fakon, which is bacon - I think that is one of the low in fat and has no cholesterol. It most popular cuts, because it cooks is usually made from strips of Tofu up nice and crisp; then there is back or tempeh. bacon, which is cured pork loin - not Candied bacon is something that so fatty and meatier; and shoulder makes for a yummy snack. Why don’t bacon. you give this recipe a try? Be warned, These are the most common cuts though – it’s rather addictive. @jennymorrischef to be found in the supermarket. Besides being a favourite on the Let’s Cook! Method: breakfast table, it is used in so many Pre-heat oven to 220°C. ways: to wrap food; great on a pizza; Stout Candied Bacon Combine sugar, Castle Milk Stout snipped into pasta sauces. You can J’Something, this recipe of yours and peri-peri sauce in a bowl and buy thick slices of bacon from good rocks! mix to combine. delicatessens and cut it into cubes. Line a large baking sheet with parch- These are known as lardons. Difficulty: Very easy ment paper and lay the bacon on Now, lardons are wonderful when Serve: as a snack top; it can overlap slightly, as it will slow cooked with chick peas and Hands-on Time: 20 min shrink. beans. It’s also great in pea soups. Total time: 40 min Grill bacon in a pre-heated oven for There is nothing like a delicious Oven: 220°C 10 minutes, then remove and brush BLT - bacon, lettuce and tomato both sides with stout peri-peri syrup sandwich; or a cheese and bacon Ingredients: and return to oven. burger. What about Mac and Cheese • 500g smoked streaky bacon Repeat this process until the bacon topped with cheese, onion and crispy • ½ cup sugar is crispy & golden, not burnt or hard. bacon? • ¼ cup Castle Milk Stout Remove from the oven once done Then there’s scallops wrapped in • 2 tbsp. Peri-Peri sauce and cool on a wire rack for 10-20 Stout Candied Bacon bacon... grilled asparagus wrapped minutes until set.

Red Carpet Fashion Show brings the Put a Spring in your step at fashion industry to Camps Bay Franschhoek Uncorked Festival

The sixth annual Red Carpet Fash- Savour the arrival of Spring and all book your Uncorked Weekend Pass ion Show is set to take place at The things new at this year’s Franschhoek through www.webtickets.co.za. Tick- Bay Hotel, Camps Bay, on Satur- Uncorked Festival, set to take place ets cost R140 per person and allow day, September 17. The Red Carpet from September 24 to 25. Visitors to you access to all of the participating Concepts production, in partnership the famed region will be able to cel- wine farms, as well as a complimen- with Prestige Magazine and DSTV ebrate their heritage over a glass of tary tasting glass and free wine tast- Fashion One, has taken a leap into Franschhoek wines, selected by the ings. the international arena, showcasing winemakers, and paired with food As an added extra, outdoor en- a mix of some of the world’s finest cooked over an open flame as Fran- thusiasts will be able to participate designer brands. schhoek prepares to Braai4Heritage. in a selection of outdoor activities on Integrating all fashion capital The Festival is the ideal opportu- offer during the weekend. corners of the globe #RCFS2016 will nity to travel from farm to farm sam- set forth to redefine the runway in pling wines from the Franschhoek For more information call the SA, upping the ante with designer Vignerons. Visitors can also look for- Franschhoek Wine Valley offices brands like Devernois (France), Joanna Hedley’s creations will be showcased on the catwalk ward to exclusive festival offerings on 021 876 2861; or visit www. Hackett London, Juicy Couture – the perfect excuse to stock up on franschhoekuncorked.co.za for (USA), Vilebrequin (Spain) and Etnia wine for the upcoming festive sea- further details and a list of par- Barcelona eyewear, to name but a Wine Estate. Beauty Bar, Mint and more to com- son. With everything on offer, you ticipating farms. few. Media personality, Jen Su, will memorate the evening. might want to make a weekend out For regular updates, follow on These together with SA’s King take to the stage as this year’s celeb- The Bay Hotel is RCFS2016’s of- of your Uncorked experience. Twitter: @Franschhoek_SA of Couture. Jacques La Grange, and rity Master of Ceremonies. The show ficial accommodation partner and Avoid the queues and pre- rising fashion powerhouses Joanna will take place at Tides at The Bay, is offering guests exclusive bed and Hedley, BeachCult (known for her surrounded by the sea views and breakfast accommodation rates from showstopper run in Africa Fash- should lend a certain grandeur to R840 per night through Village N ion Week London and MBFW Jo- the designers’ pieces as each model Life (www.villagenlife.co.za). burg), The Hive (recently featured at walks down the runway. Tickets for the show can be pur- Cannes Film Festival and CTFW), On Artworks from Kelly John Gough chased through Quicket for R695 Trend and M Couture. and Natasja de Wet will draw the eye and VVIP tickets are R1000, offer- With leading high-end techni- as focal points at the entrance of the ing exclusive seating at both Sandy cal equipment specialists, Kilowatt runway and around the venue, and B and Tides. AV and New York and SA Fashion rose walls will adorn the venue cour- Upon arrival each guest will re- Week’s music producer, Dino Moran tesy of Eventiv. Dance performances ceive a complimentary Rotary In- on board, RCFS2016 will be show- by Tulu Entertainment will entertain ternational Relate Bracelet, whereby casing a “cutting-edge international the audience during brief designer the proceeds will go towards The production standard”. Guests can ex- interludes, whilst champagne glasses Endangered Wildlife Trust for the pect a pre-event performance from are intermittently topped up. Dugong Project, the Rhino Project beat-boxer, singer and live-looper Guests are invited to end the and Cheetah Project as well as the The Loneraynger, as well as an af- evening at Sandy B Private Beach Save The Elephants Project. ter party performance by Francesca Club for the after party, where Dino Briancoli’s jazz quartet, both taking Moran will set the pace for the rest For more information on the place at the Sandy B Private Beach of the evening, subsequent to the event, send an email to jade@ Club. Complimentary gourmet cana- live jazz performance. redcarpetconcepts.co.za. pés from Mediterranean Delicacies Each guest will walk away with Follow the Red Carpet Fashion will be served, accompanied by pre- a brimming luxury gift bag filled Show journey on social media mium wines and the world’s only with spa vouchers and products by with the hashtag: #RCFS2016 white Pinotage MCC from Deetlefs Dermalogica, Rain, GHD, Cape Town Pay a visit to Haute Cabriere during Franschhoek Uncorked

10 The Next 48hOURS www.48hours.co.za 16 September - 22 September 2016 TheThe NextNext 48hOURS48hOURS •• What’sLifestyle On The no-needle face-lift Fooding around with Jenny Morris cleansed and then the infrared light makeup can be applied almost imme- heats the tissue deep below the skin’s diately. There will be some redness, By RoxyK surface, causing collagen fibres to but it settles with time. This facial [email protected] contract, tighten and stimulate new will instantly get your skin glowing, www.lentilsandlace.com growth of skin cells. The decadent revitalised and refueled. hydration and myo-relaxing ingredi- This unique facial is recommended e are all looking for that ents allow you to achieve suppleness for anyone looking for a robust, yet one unique formula and elasticity of the skin. still gentle, no-needle, pain-free and that will give us com- This treatment provides the relaxing anti-aging regime. plete age control; the benefits of ultralite massage, while oneW beauty concentrate that will help botox-like marine extracts dimin- The Cinderella facial is available reverse the signs of aging and revive ish fine expression lines to give an at all Laser Beautique salons the skin to a more youthful look. Not instant lift. The treatment is relax- from R900. everyone is keen to revert to botox ing, pain-free and the infrared light Visit www.thelaserbeautique for and just the thought of needles can is warm on the skin, with a built-in the list of clinics to book your ul- make some of us cringe. Laser Beau- cooler that comforts the skin during timate facial. tique salons have a no-needle facial the treatment. After the treatment which can reverse the signs of fine the skin is cleansed, toned and ex- lines and repair and hydrate the skin. foliated with a hydrating soapy ex- WIN! It’s called the Cinderella facial. foliator. There is no irritation left on …this ultimate facial by send- It is done using one of the most ad- the skin, nor any burning sensation. ing your details to win@48hours. vanced forms of near infrared tech- A moisturiser is applied for added co.za with the hasthtag #Cin- nology, with a combination of Regi- comfort. The best part of this facial derella by Monday, September 9. mA hydrating lotions. The skin is first is that there is NO downtime and Good luck! Win a facial courtesy of Laser Beautique salons

Cape Homemakers Expo comes of age Enter now for Cape Gate’s annual charity run

Cape Gate’s annual 5km fun run and places in the 10km run, a spot prize 10km race will take place on Sat- of R10000 open to all, which will be urday, October 1. All 5km proceeds drawn during the prize giving cer- will be donated to the Clicks Helping emony. Hand Trust. Entry fees range from R20 per Every Wednesday morning they person for the 5km, to R65 for unli- offer free blood pressure, cholesterol censed athletes in the 10km. testing, glucose and HIV testing and Online entries close at midnight counselling for people without medi- on September 25 and in centre en- cal aid. Thursday afternoons are ded- tries on September 26 at 5.30pm. icated to Well Baby and Family Plan- Registration will take place on Sep- ning services to mothers and their tember 29 and 30 between 6pm and babies born in state clinics with no 8pm at the Capegate Centre Court access to medical aid. They are also and last minute entries will also be active in local communities through taken on race day between 5.30am the “Girls on the Go” campaign, in and 6.50am. support of the purported 2.5 million girls in the country who miss school Entry forms are available from every month due to the lack of basic the Capegate Information Desk, sanitary wear. downloadable from www.cape- Join the expected 3000 runners gatecentre.co.za; or enter and and walkers for a fun morning in aid pay online at www.enteronline. Discover inspiration to turn your home into a castle of a great cause. Pets, prams, and co.za. large groups are welcome to enter To enter a group of 20 or more the 5km fun run and walkers are also for the 5km fun run, call 021 981 The Cape HOMEMAKERS EXPO, as the Culemborg Exhibition Centre. keting is still needed and you must invited to complete the 10km event. 2331, or reception@capegate- billed as Cape Town’s leading home It was attended by just over 16000 stick to the plan.” The Capegate Clicks Charity Run centre.co.za. improvement, décor, design and visitors and we were there for five He believes the current economic offers R30000 in cash to the first lifestyle exhibition, is celebrating 21 wonderful and memorable years.” climate will affect them in the same years. Taking place from Thursday According to Leyden, the expo is way it affects any business. He ex- to Sunday, September 15 to 18, at essentially still the same concept as plains: “Consumers are tighter with the CTICC, this year’s theme is “In- it was 21 years ago, but the aesthet- their money, so expenditure is con- spire, Create, and Innovate”.” ics, exhibitor profile, stand building sidered more carefully and that is This year’s EXPO promises “excit- techniques, infrastructure setup, where an expo like HOMEMAKERS ing and unique” feature areas aimed marketing methods and more have offers the general public the op- at “inspiring visitors to turn their all changed dramatically. “Our big- portunity to see, feel, touch, smell, homes into their castles.” According gest challenge has been to stay fresh discuss and compare products.” to John Leyden, Business Develop- and relevant year after year by add- From modern bathroom fittings ment Director at HOMEMAKERS, ing and changing our features areas to the latest in kitchen appliances, “The Cape Town team is pulling out and layout. One of the highlights furnishings to the best in DIY – all the stops to ensure that our 21st was definitely our first expo at the “you’ll find it all” at this year’s Cape anniversary exhibition is the best to CTICC in 2003. For many years we HOMEMAKERS Expo. date – with some exciting new fea- worked hard behind the scenes to ture areas and competitions.” get a proper venue for Cape Town The Expo will be open from 10am Leyden continues that the expo and that first one at the brand new, to 8pm on Thursday, Friday and was originally created to offer their impressive, world-class venue was a Saturday; and from 10am to existing magazine clients another major milestone.” 6pm on Sunday. avenue to promote their products. Leyden reckons their success over Entrance for adults is R80, pen- “We wanted to establish an exhibi- 21 years can be attributed to hard sioners pay R70 and children tion where consumers had the op- work, a passionate and dedicated younger than 12 enter free of portunity to interact face to face team, and keeping up-to-date with charge. Tickets are available at with home improvement suppliers consumer needs. “One good expo the door, or by visiting of products and services. Our first builds the next one. The fact that www.webtickets.co.za. show took place in August 1996, in you’ve become a bit of an institu- For more information, call a disused, converted railway shed at tion after so many years, doesn’t 021 511 2800 or visit Culemborg on the Foreshore, known guarantee success. Aggressive mar- www.homemakersonline.co.za. Be amongst the 3000 runners that are expected to line up on October 1

16 September - 22 September 2016 www.48hours.co.za The Next 48hOURS 11 The Next 48hOURS • The Back Page Heritage Month: Five reasons to Join in on ’s International visit historic Vergelegen Estate Coastal Cleanup Day initiative

Vergelegen, the 316-year-old Som- 2. ANC meeting: The estate was the he Two Oceans Aquarium ocean, originates from land. is recorded on these cards. After this erset West wine farm, lies within a venue of the first ANC caucus meet- will be hosting a beach Katja Rockstroh, Education Op- worldwide event, the global data is cultural heritage area spanning 60 ing after its unbanning, attended in cleanup at Soetwater Re- erations Co-ordinator at the Two collated. Eight hundred thousand hectares. Owner Anglo American has April 1990 by Nelson Mandela and sort, Kommetjie, on Sat- Oceans Aquarium and the organ- volunteers collected more than 8 restored the estate to its full glory, colleagues such as Thabo Mbeki, Joe Turday, 17 September from 10h00 izer of the Aquarium’s cleanup on million kilograms of trash during and opened it to the public seven Nhlanhla and Aziz Pahad. to 12h00 as part of International September 17, says: “Plastic pollu- last year’s cleanup. The most col- days a week to showcase the best of Coastal Cleanup Day. tion is a daunting problem, because lected items were cigarette butts South Africa. 3. Literary legacy: The former wine The oceans have become gar- once you see it, you see it every- followed by plastic beverage bottles. cellar – 200 years old – houses over bage dumps for humans. It is esti- where. I firmly believe in the power Plastic shopping bags were number Here are five reasons to visit the 4500 books that belonged to min- mated that 270000 tonnes of plas- of the individual, because a beach eight on the list of most collected estate this Heritage Month: ing magnate and philanthropist Sir tic is floating on the surface of the cleanup doesn’t just clean a beach items. Supporters can meet at the Lionel Phillips. ocean. The statistics become even but slowly changes the mind-set of resort’s conference centre. Gloves, 1. Heritage homestead: The beauti- more frightening when one looks individuals about their relationship bags and data cards will be sup- ful farmhouse is furnished with Cape 5. Traditional trees: Vergelegen has at the animal life being affected by with plastic.” plied. Please bring your own water, Dutch, French and Anglo-Indian fur- a fine specimen of South Africa’s ocean pollution. Ninety percent of International Coastal Cleanup is sunscreen and a hat. niture, complemented by an Omari national tree, an Outeniqua yellow- all sea birds have ingested plastic an event that was started in 1986 porcelain collection and paintings wood, estimated to be 150-400 years and 700 marine species are threat- and has since grown into a global For more information and to re- and bronzes from the SA National old. ened by ocean plastic. Furthermore initiative. Volunteers are issued with quest your free entry voucher Gallery. 80% of the pollution found in the data cards and each item collected to the resort, call 021 418 3823; 6. Garden glory: A total of 18 mag- or send an email to educa- nificent gardens stretch over 10 hec- [email protected]. Without tares. These include an International a voucher, a R12 entry fee will Camellia Garden of Excellence - one apply. The first 100 Aquarium of only 39 such gardens in the world, members to arrive on the day and the only one in Africa. will receive a free gift, and there will be a lucky draw for everyone Opening hours are Mondays to who attends. Sunday, 9am to 5pm (last entry The Aquarium’s mobile puppet 4pm). Entrance R10/adults and show will also be making an ap- R5/pensioners and scholars. pearance! Daily heritage and garden tours For ideas and of ways in which (one hour) depart from the wine you can help and join the fight tasting centre daily at 10am, at against pollution, take a look at R20/person. For more informa- the Two oceans Aquarium’s En- tion, call 021 847 2122; or visit vironmental Campaigns at www. The Outeniqua yellowwood at www.vergelegen.co.za. aquarium.co.za. Vergelegen Soetwater Resort in Kommetjie

CTICC 15 - 18 September 21 Years

Thurs to Sat: 10h00 - 20h00  Sun: 10h00 - 18h00 Adults: R80  Pensioners: R70  Children under 12 free www.homemakersonline.co.za Tickets at the door &

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