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2 The Next 48hOURS www.48hours.co.za 20 August - 26 August 2015 The Next 48hOURS • What’s Hot A jazz chanteuse in the classical vein headed for Standard Bank Joy of Jazz

By Peter Feldman was my first trip to Africa - and that added the singer. der said it was doing fairly well and She is bringing out her musical was last year in March,” she said. While Alexander is rightly viewed both she and her mother were happy director Miguel De La Cerna on keys, ee Alexander, described as “I am planning on performing a as a musical treasure in her home- about that. “I wanted to pay tribute Junius Paul on bass and Yussef Er- Chicago’s most gifted and wide range of material at the Joy of town of Chicago, thanks to her con- to my mother while I still have her,” nie Adams on drums. “These musi- respected vocalist, will be Jazz. I was talking to my musical di- certs and albums, it was through she said when asked about her mo- cians have worked with me for years, heading to Johannesburg rector about what I am going to do ‘Songs My Mother Loves’ that she tivation, adding that “she’s so elated so I feel very comfortable with them. forD the first time in September to and there will be a great variety in truly expanded her reach. and just so happy about the success We’re friends, like a family really. shower her talents on the locals at store for you down in South Africa,” Talking about the album, Alexan- of it.” And they know my music. It’s not the Standard Bank Joy of Jazz. “I chose songs that I remembered only about my music with me; I am This annual music event, at the listening to that she would play always open to suggestions from the Sandton Convention Centre on four when I was a child here in Chicago. band members.” stages (Dinaledi, Diphala, Vonga and My brothers and I would be awoken Asked how she felt about the Mbira), will take place from Septem- every morning to the music while she state of jazz in America, Alexander ber 24 to 26 and features an amazing was ironing the clothing and sing- responded by saying that a lot of line-up of international musicians ing along to the different artists. It’s people were saying that “old jazz” and singers that includes Peabody unfortunate that you can only put so is dead. “But its American classical Bryson, William Parker, Larry Carlton, many songs on a CD, because I had music and will be here long after we Marcus Millar and The Yellow Jack- about 50 songs. There were also a are gone. I am so happy to see a re- ets. couple of songs that I liked and that surgence of it amongst young peo- Alexander’s talents span every I actually introduced her to. That was ple. They are taking it by the horns music genre, from Gospel to R&B; exciting as well.” and what they are coming up with from Blues to Neo-Soul. Yet her true She talked about the difficulty in is not just innovative, but speaks to heart and soul are expressed in their choosing the right repertoire for the the classical as well. I’m fond of this purest forms by performing in the album, “because there were so many music. In Chicago we have a fresh Jazz idiom. songs that I loved and that my Mom bunch of musicians and singers in Besides being a phenomenal lead loved. But two particular numbers their early 20s and early 30s and they act in her own right, Alexander has stood out: ‘Perdido’ and ‘Guess Who are taking this music by storm. It’s shared the stage with such musical I Saw Today’, made famous by Nancy very refreshing.” luminaries as Ahmad Jamal, David Wilson, were Mother’s top favourites Her message to fans is that she is Sanborn, Earl Klugh, Gerald Albright, and had to be on the album. There so happy to be coming to South Afri- Roy Ayers, Joshua Redman, and the were also songs by Abbey Lincoln, ca and finally meet her South African O’Jays. whom my mother wasn’t familiar brothers and sisters, where they can Never one to bathe in the spot- with and I had to introduce her to. share stories and share music. light exclusively, Alexander has lent I would awaken many mornings to An avid reader, movie-goer, and her considerable talents as a backup Billie Holiday’s ‘Now or Never’. I went one who is always writing music, Al- vocalist to the live performances of onto Billie’s discography and found exander also finds time to spend with an array of many other renowned the song and I love it.” her five-year-old granddaughters. singers such as Michael Bolton, “I always loved music and I was al- “I’m a pretty simple, off the scene Phil Perry, Willie Clayton, and Zora ways surrounded by music. It wasn’t kind of person,” she concludes. Young. until I got into high school when the Alexander also formed the Evolu- music bug really hit me. I was always * Tickets are available at a 15 per- tion Ensemble, which is an acoustic involved in something musical; even cent discount for all Standard Bank group that consists of string instru- throughout my formative years. Mu- customers subject to availability and ments and percussion with a strong sic was always in my life and when I on presentation and usage of a valid emphasis on original compositions. became an adult I decided I would Standard Bank debit, cheque and/or Her albums are few: ‘Live at the tackle this thing called music and it credit card at a Computicket outlet. Hothouse’ in 2004; and then, in has been very gratifying for me.” The offer is limited to two tickets 2008, both ‘Unplugged’ and ‘Evolu- Living in Chicago, Oprah’s territo- per person, providing they meet the tion Ensemble: Live at Hyde Park Art ry, I asked whether she had met her. criteria. The offer is not available for Center’; with her other releases being “I was once in a group of singers and online bookings. This discount will rounded out by ‘Wild in the Wind’ we did her Christmas party one year, only be available until August 31. and her latest ‘Songs My Mother but I have not met her one-on-one.” Tickets are on sale at Computicket Loves’. After her short stint in Johannes- Visit www.joyofjazz.co.za for more In an interview, Alexander said she burg, Alexander will undertake con- information. was both “excited” and “elated” to certs in Europe. “I love touring and Facebook: StandardBank Joy of Jazz be coming to this part of the world. visiting different places and seeing Twitter: @JoyOfJazz “The closest I got to South Africa different cultures,” she said. “I do a Instagram: @JoyOfJazz was to perform in Angola and that lot of travelling in Europe.” Youtube Page: JoyOfJazz Dee Alexander

20 August - 26 August 2015 www.48hours.co.za The Next 48hOURS 3 The Next 48hOURS • Theatre Buzz SA’s best and brightest comedic minds offer “solutions” to our political quagmire

Conrad Koch and Chester Missing John Vlismas Tumi Morake Nik Rabinowitz

n all-star cast of local come- PETER TROMP threw some inves- What qualifies you to hold an office As the show is called ‘Mass Hys- not giving it for free to some bloody dy talent is currently assem- tigative curveballs at VLISMAS, of such immense responsibility? teria’, I guess it’s only fair to ask: agent. bled at The Teatro at Mon- MISSING, MORAKE and RABINOW- VLISMAS: This is not an appropri- What is the most hysterical you’ve MISSING: Steve Hofmeyr. tecasino for Nando’s Mass ITZ to get to the heart of the is- ate question, you bloody agent. What ever been? RABINOWITZ: “We are going to close AHysteria 2015 – ‘The Long Bunfight sues comedy fans have on their qualifies you to ask it? I will wait for VLISMAS: When I was asked Ques- Twitter.” - J. Malema to Freedom’. collective minds right now. my day in court, and anyway, my dog tion 2, I was quite worried as I was MORAKE: Wanna get laid, crawl up a The comedy showcase aims to ate my certificate, but I don’t owe you promised by Number One that no- chicken’s ass and wait. provide relief to South Africans bat- What does your ministerial portfo- any proof. Panzi, whistleblower, Panzi. body would ask about that. Maybe tered and bruised by the shenanigans lio entail exactly? MISSING: This puppet situation isn’t not hysterical, but close. If you were a for-real minister, how of the political class of late. Nando’s JOHN VLISMAS: The Ministry of getting through, is it? MISSING: When I found out they would you go about livening up Par- is committed to keeping the heat on Non-Communicative Diseases is a RABINOWITZ: This is not widely are releasing Oscar during Woman’s liament? Or should that be livening those responsible, and even though very important one, as we bring lit- known, but I am actually half Jewish, Month. WTF man? What’s next? down, in lieu of recent events? they don’t profess to have all the an- tle-known diseases to the fore. We half Dolphin. ‘Cosby Show’ re-runs? VLISMAS: I think I would allow hon- swers, they sure know how to turn have had enough of these Ebolas MORAKE: My years in the comedy RABINOWITZ: I’m usually quite hys- ourable members to carry tazers, set on the burn, courtesy of the likes of and HIV’s that hog the limelight, and struggle, while dabbling at some terical anytime I mistake a seal for a to non-lethal, of course. I would also John Vlismas and Tumi Morake. take all the budget. And then we are point or other with issues related to shark. I would also become hysterical schedule Roasts, rather than let them Quite simply, if comedy had a flooded by all these cheap Asian ge- said portfolio. if I were to mistake a navy seal for a happen at random, and I would defi- government, this would be it. From nerics as well. What about the Com- seal. I think I would become hysteri- nitely allow EFC cage fighters to han- the makers of The Comics’ Choice mon Cold? Why must the common Where can people report you if cal on seeing an actual shark too. dle security. The dress code would be Awards, ‘Revelations’, ‘Bitches’ and ones be left with no headlines? We they’re lacking in service delivery? MORAKE: When minister Lottering “Mampara Formal” and I would al- other great comedy shows comes one want to see an African flu dominat- VLISMAS: They must reach me on thought someone had put relaxer in low drinks and snacks in the house, of the most anticipated comedy pro- ing the news by 2018. Twitter: @fortyshort, because my of- his hair. so maybe more members would come ductions of the year. Look forward CHESTER MISSING: I have no idea. fice phone hasn’t been paid due to to work and earn their salaries. to a handpicked line-up of the best I can’t even remember which one it CIA tapping via agent Madonsela and Do you have any particular public MISSING: I would cut the time for stand-ups in the country each night was. I am a puppet. I serve whichever the colonial forces of Imperialism. figures in your comedic crosshairs? the buffet and only provide enough on one stage. portfolio seems expedient for easy MISSING: They can call Telkom en- VLISMAS: There are a few, but the plates for half the parliamentarians. laughs. quiries, if they still exist. 1023 peo- way number one has been behaving, Eat faster, bitches. The line-up is as follows: NIK RABINOWITZ: As the Minister ple, 1023. it was better when his job description RABINOWITZ: It’s obvious - I would of Shark Infested Water Affairs, my RABINOWITZ: All negative com- was still number two. move Parliament to the beach. • Nik Rabinowitz: Minister of Shark job is to ensure the safety of both ments/reports/thoughts/ideas can be MISSING: I don’t know what come- MORAKE: I would begin by saying Infested Water Affairs humans and sharks when in one an- sent, by South African Postal Service dic cross hairs are. I am bald. “the money is on its way”, before • Chester Missing: Shadow Puppet other’s presence. only, to the Shark Spotters’ Society RABINOWITZ: Yes, the Minister for opening the floor to questions. Minister Usually this occurs in the water. Spe- Headquarters on Muizenberg beach. Redistribution of Land Rovers and I • Tumi Morake: Minister of Ben 10’s, cifically Cape waters. Also, I have Or to the Human Spotters’ Society in often disagree on public policy. * Mass Hysteria 2015 – ‘The Long YOLO and Homesteads never succeeded. Seems our methods the middle of the ocean. Whatever’s MORAKE: That is a very un-demo- Bunfight, is running until Sunday, • Mpho Popps Modikoane: Minister need some attention. easiest. cratic question; I do not recognize August 23. of Television and Gratuitous Adverts TUMI MORAKE: It entails protect- MORAKE: There is a B13 form which you. Book at Computicket (search “Nan- • John Vlismas: Minister of Non- ing ‘Ben10’ and benefactors of such, needs to be filled in with black fine do’s Mass Hysteria”). Communicative Diseases maintaining national morale with the ink, stamped with the E78 stamp, What is your best joke in 140 char- For more information, visit www. And for the first time in years… spirit of YOLO and the general up- then certified, including original copy acters or less? whacked.co.za. Marc Lottering as Minister of the keep of homesteads. of show ticket, and submitted in per- VLISMAS: Please don’t be ignorant; I Cape, Retail Therapy and Statues son to the Minister of Mass Deaths. am saving my best joke for the show, Nataniël’s latest flight of imagination has landed on stage Singer, songwriter, author and enter- Try To Rule Us, The Demons That cois Joubert (vocals), Martin van tainer Nataniël is bringing his latest Haunt Us, The Monsters We May Be- Heerden (dancer), Bradley Dreyer stage creation, ‘After Animals’, to come”. Within days the idea for this (acrobat), Charl du Plessis (key- the Theatre Of Marcellus at Emperors new show had taken shape. Taking boards), Juan Oosthuizen (guitar), Palace in Kempton Park from Thurs- place in the not-so-distant future, Werner Spies (bass) and Hugo Radyn day, August 20, to September 27. In- the story begins on the night when, (drums). An ambitious wardrobe, inspired by his travels and love for both during a secret ceremony, the last spired by sculpture and origami, has classic and contemporary art, this animal on earth gets slaughtered and been create by multi-award winner, show was conceived after an incident eaten. The already fragile world im- Floris Louw. The staging is designed in an art gallery in Europe when Na- mediately starts changing, from the by Nataniël with sets and props cre- taniël met an artist who had created forests to the cities, from the homes ated by Nadine Minnaar and Stephan an exquisite paper model of a white, of families to the hearts of the most Kruger. Lighting is by Nataniël and empty zoo. powerful individuals. This forms the Kevin Stannet. The artist handed viewers pens backdrop for Nataniël’s latest stories and asked them to write on the base and songs. Dark, dramatic, fantasti- * Tickets priced between R160 and of the model. They had to write the cal, humorous and surprising, ‘After R220 can be booked by calling the names or descriptions of anyone or Animals’ promises to be a true the- box office on 011 928 1213/1297; by anything they thought should live in atrical event. sending an email to boxofficeinfo@ the zoo. The all-male cast includes Nico- emperorspalace.com; or at Compu- Nataniël wrote, “The Beasts That laas Swart (vocals), newcomer Fran- ticket. Nataniël done up in sculpture/origami styled design of the play

4 The Next 48hOURS www.48hours.co.za 20 August - 26 August 2015 The Next 48hOURS • Entertainment Guide Freshlyground to put the capper on winter at the Garden

erennially popular South African Freshlyground together with pop star pop artists Freshlyground will be Shakira performed the song ‘Waka Waka performing at the Walter Sisulu (This Time for Africa)’ at the pre-tourna- National Botanical Garden as ment kick-off concert in Soweto on June partP of the fifth season of the winter se- 10. The group also won a 2009 SAMA ries, Old Mutual Music in the Gardens, on award in the category: Best Global Chart Sunday, August 23. DVD: Freshlyground Live! South African Freshlyground formed in early 2002, Tour’. and is made up of seven diverse musi- The fifth Old Mutual Music in the cians from South Africa, Mozambique Gardens series has again featured the and Zimbabwe. Fronted by the diminu- hottest names in South African music tive Zolani Mahola, the band exudes a since kicking off in June, and will con- live performance energy that has been tinue until November. Held in the idyllic the bedrock of their success. Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden Freshlyground’s musical style blends and Pretoria National Botanical Garden, elements of traditional South African the series will ensure that you and your music (such as kwela and African folk family stay toasty while the temperatures music), blues, jazz, and features of indie dip curing the last dregs of winter. rock. The group launched their debut al- From Jaziel Brothers, Simphiwe Dana bum, ‘Jika Jika’, in 2003 under their own and Freshlyground through to Shortstraw Freeground Records label, the immediate and South Africa’s best The Parlotones, success of which firmly cemented the concert goers can expect an afternoon of band as one of South Africa’s most suc- music that will entertain the whole fami- cessful young acts. ly. Concert goers are encouraged to come On July 18, 2009, at the Wembley early, bring a picnic basket and spend a The Guide Stadium, in London the group performed leisurely day in the mild Winter sun. Your guide to during the Mandela Day celebrations the best of what in a star studded line-up that included * The concert kicks off at 1pm. Entry is is happening Stevie Wonder, Alicia Keys, Wyclef Jean R50, with children under 13 entering for and a host of international names as in and around free. well as contingent of African stars such Visit www.sanbi.org/events for more in- Johannesburg. as Angelique Kidjo and Baaba Maal join- formation. To list your event, ing Grammy Award winners, The Soweto Address: End of Malcolm Road, Poort- email: Gospel Choir, to name a few. view, Roodepoort [email protected] During the 2010 Fifa World Cup, The members of Freshlyground

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The exhi- show is definitely one not to Cabaret. Performer and Writ- has new words or your favou- early. Vereeniging. (Tel) 033-346- The hospitality students of the bition presents new work in be missed! er Mortimer Williams takes rite word is pronounced differ- 21 Aug @ 7pm 1691 Guvon Academy will show- the form of a major interactive 23 Aug @ 2:30pm you on a journey exploring ently; shifting paradigms is R165 case their knowledge and installation titled History after R150 what makes the South African the main purpose of this Greenside High School. Nando’s Presents Mass Hysteria skills by offering guests a apartheid. Parkers Comedy and Jive, male tick with hilarious conse- group. Geers Avenue, Greenside, 2015 unique food and wine show 22 Aug – 19 Sept @ 9:30am Silverstar. R28, Muldersrift, quences of course. 20 – 23 Aug @ 8pm (Wed- Johannesburg. (Tel) 011-646- Look forward to a handpicked experience. Enjoy wine and (Tue-Fri) Mogale City, Krugersdorp. 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Komdraai The Capture – Florine Demos- ally diverse characters with will leave your mind wonder- 19 – 23 Aug @ 9pm (Wed- Road, Zwartkops, Muldersrift. thene one thing in common –Club Epstein: The man who made the Tin Bucket Drum ing. An evening of interactive Sat), 3pm (Sat), 6pm (Sun) (Tel) 011-668-1600 The exhibition aims to recre- Sin Sin. Beatles Tin Bucket Drum takes a and magical entertainment. R195 – R285 ate society’s views on the 19 Aug – 13 Sept @ 8:15pm A look into the life of entrepre- broad swipe at age old global 23 Aug @ 8pm The Teatro. Montecasino, Wickedfood Earths Pop-Up black female body. Demos- (Tue-Sat), 3:15pm (Sun) neur ‘Brian Epstein’ who was systems of restriction en- R130 Corner William Nicol Drive & Lunch thenes artworls are provoca- R90 the manager of The Beatles, forced for personal gain by Barnyard Theatre, Cresta. Witkoppen Road, Fourways. Enjoy a Lebanese and Middle tive and enticing. The Market Theatre. 56 Mar- one of world most successful those in power, and the way Cresta Shopping Centre on (Tel) 021-510-7000 Eastern style menu with Mez- Until 4 Sept @ 6pm geret Mcingana Street, New- bands. these restrictions affect the Beyers Naude Drive. (Tel) za, Kibbe and Roast Lamb. Gallery Momo. 52 7th Ave- town. (Tel) 011-832-1641 12 Aug – 27 Sept @ 8:15pm man or woman on the ground. 011-478-5300 Spring Masquerade Ball The Banquet will include a nue, Parktown North. (Tel) (Wed-Fri), 5:15pm (Sat), 20 -22 Aug @ 7:30pm An event that promises to be talk about ethically raised 011-327-3247 Lepatata 3:15pm (Sun) R50 – R80 Nataniel – After Animals the ideal date night offering a Pedi Sheep and feature au- The play captures the story of R130 –R165 University of Johannesburg Get to see Nataniels latest Masquerade Ball experience. thentic Lebanese recipes. Wim Botha the son of a Chief, amidst a Montecasino Theatre & Stu- Bunting Road Campus. 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hree of the country’s fore- winner, Zonke Dikana; fast-rising laborating for the Business Premium thusiasts on their toes for four solid most jazz and soul outfits eclectic soul music ensemble, The Comedy Festival. hours. The Soil performs what they will be taking to the stage Muffinz; and Native Rhythm new- “We have a weekend full of super- describe as “Kasi Soul” – an eclectic as part of the Business Pre- comer Tribute Birdie Mboweni. charged entertainment on the cards. mix of musical genres such as jazz, Tmium Jazz Festival at Carnival City’s Music fans can brace for an eve- These are great comedians and artists hip hop, Afro-pop and Afro-soul. Big Top Arena on Saturday, August ning of superlative entertainment by on the bill,” says Matthew Cook, the They strive to fuse their harmonious 22. The stellar line-up features award these top calibre artists. The day be- Entertainment and Events Manager voices to deliver uplifting melodies winning Acapella group, The Soil; fore, Friday, August 21, there will be at Carnival City. with meaningful messages. multiple SAMA and Metro Award a string of emerging comedians col- The jazz festival will have jazz en- The five young musicians who make up The Muffinz have made for a refreshing change from the usual run of the mill rappers and house DJs, who are currently dominating the popular music scene, in that they play real instruments, and they play them well. The band switches from a groovy R&B rhythm led by acoustic guitarist Mthae and bassist Skabz, to a classy jazz guitar sound introduced by electric guitarist and acapella singer, Simz. Acclaimed musician and song- Zonke stress, Zonke’s sound is collectively classified as Afro-soul. Her musical influences include the likes of Busi Mhlongo and the late Miriam * Tickets can be booked at Compu- Makeba, with her all-time favourite ticket and range in price from R150 artist being Brenda Fassie. Zonke has per person. The show will start at also written many hit songs for art- 8pm, but the doors to the Big Top ists such as Theo Kgosinkwe, Winnie will open earlier at 7pm. Khumalo and Tsepo Tshola. The Muffinz

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Based on the novel by Michael Mor- Fox narrates and sings through the purgo, ‘War Horse’ captured the timeless story of ‘War Horse’ at Pi- hearts of South African theatregoers eter Toerien’s Montecasino Theatre last year. The Pieter Toerien, RMB & Studio from Wednesday, August and National Theatre production, 26, to Sunday, September 6. Fox has featuring the breathtaking talents created a brand new concert perfor- of the Handspring Puppet Company, mance of all of the ‘War Horse’ folk sold out in Cape Town and Johan- songs, combined with some newly nesburg. written songs from BBC Radio 2`s The production told the ex- ‘The Ballads of the Great War’ and traordinary story of Albert and his old favourites from his many previ- beloved horse, Joey, who was req- ous recordings. uisitioned to fight for the British Already a virtuoso guitarist, Fox in World War I. Part of the unique will also be showcasing his newly The members of Shaun Jacobs Band theatrical experience was the music acquired melodeon playing skills. played live on stage by Bob Fox in his role as Song Man. * Show times: Tuesdays to Fridays Shaun Jacobs Band live at the Barnyard If you missed the unforgettable at 8pm; Saturdays at 4pm and 8pm; production, take heart - you have and Sundays at 3pm and 6pm. Many have heard the songs, yet against all international music on bass that the three-piece now known another chance to travel with Joey Tickets are priced between R100 and many people don’t realise Shaun Ja- Simfy for 2013. Jacobs has followed as Shaun Jacobs Band formed. from pastoral fields to the front line R250 and can be booked at Com- cobs is one of South Africa’s own, this up with the single ‘End of the “Over the last two years of playing and into no-man’s land, as Bob puticket. and are only just beginning to match Road’, which also made its presence together we have developed some- the songs they are well familiar with felt on the SA charts. The artist and thing very special as a unit and as to the artist. Jacobs is a multi-instru- his band will be performing at the friends,” says Jacobs. “It has changed mentalist singer/songwriter from Jo- Barnyard Theatre in Rivonia on Sat- the way I write and put music to- hannesburg who has caught the at- urday, August 22, at 8pm. gether, and we are really excited to tention of not only the music scene Shaun Jacobs Band have been take what has been happening on in South Africa, but also of producer hard at work in the studio recording the stage and pour it into this al- Simon Painter in Los Angeles, who their new album ‘As Shadows Fall’ bum”. It was the launch of the single will be taking Jacobs over to the and have just released the first single ‘Love Can’ that catapulted the act States at a later stage. ‘Love Can’ is ‘Don’t Let Go’. Jacobs started out across the radio and TV airwaves of arguably one of the biggest SA tracks as a solo musician, which is how he SA. The album saw them walk away of recent years, reaching number 2 recorded the breakout album ‘Love with the Adult Contemporary Al- on the 5fm Top 40 and number 1 on Can’ and before that ‘Paper Wings’ bum of the Year at the 2014 SAMAs several other stations on the back of – albums on which he played every (South African Music Awards). extensive airplay. instrument and recorded, mixed and It held the number 1 spot on the produced everything himself. * Tickets cost R150. local iTunes chart for 12 weeks con- It was when he started touring For bookings and more information, secutive and came in as the 14th the music and was joined by Andrew call 011 467 6983; or visit www. Bob Fox most played song in all of Africa Sowter on drums and Craig Sparks on barnyardtheatre.co.za.

MARKETS MARKETS Music Music Music Kids FUN Kids FUN market in the Midrand area. 22 Aug @ 9am - 3pm greatest songs of all time. Walter Sisulu National Botani- the Square. Cnr of Rivonia 10am – 5pm (Tue-Sun) appreciation of South Africa Here you can enjoy fresh arti- 73 Juta Street, Cnr De Beer Until 11 Oct @ 8pm cal Gardens. Malcolm Road, Road and West Street. (Tel) Free and its rich cultural heritage. san breads, great coffee and and Juta Street, Braamfon- R100 –R170 Poortview, Roodepoort. (Tel) 011-883-8606 Cnr of Klein and King George 8am -5pm (Mon –Sun) buy some interesting jewel- tein. (Tel) 011-403-0413 Barnyard Theatre. Cnr Wit- 086-100-1278 Streets, Joubert Park, Johan- R15 –R80 lery and clothing items. koppen and Rivonia Road, Those were the days nesburg. (Tel) 011-725-3130 Eeufees Road, Pretoria. (Tel) 22 Aug @ 9am – 3pm Whole Food Market Sunninghill. (Tel) 011-467- Shades of Grey Blues Band Take a trip down memory lane 012-326-6770 86A Whisken Avenue, Crow- An intimate food market fo- 6983 A group that share a passion to the sixties and get ready to Sterkfontein Caves thorne, Midrand. (Tel) 082- cused on delivering quality for blues, rock and music. ‘twist again’. Listen to music These are ancient Dolomite Stargazing 333-3361 seasonal local grown food. Thank you for the music Their repertoire includes from the great artists that re- caves that form part of the An interesting event for the 23 Aug @ 9am - 2pm A tribute show featuring music Jazz, Delta Blues and more ally sculpted their genres from fossil sites in the Cradle of entire family. Learn more East Rand Flea Market Blubird Shopping Centre, Cnr from Abba, Queen and the drawing inspiration from mu- Clapton to Joplin and The Humankind. Among the fos- about stars, galaxies and as- This market offers a wide vari- Athol-Oaklands Road &Fort Bee Gees! Take a trip down sic greats like BB King and Beatles. sils found here, the most fa- tronomy from resident astron- ety of any and everything Street. (Tel) 083-311-4768 memory lane with the 11 Eric Clapton to name a few. 23 Jul – 30 Aug @ 8pm (Tue- mous are the remains of early omer Vincent Nettmann. from clothing and shoes to car piece cast and live band at 22 Aug @ 7pm Sat) humans Mrs. Ples and Little 15 Aug @ 5:30pm sound. Although based out- Panorama Flea Market Barnyard Theatre. R80 R170 Foot. R185 – R325 side Johannesburg, the East With more than 400 stalls and Until 30 Aug @ 8pm (Tue- Winnies Soul & Jazz Restau- Barnyard Theatre, Cresta. 9am – 5pm (Daily) Maropeng. Off the R24, Jo- Rand Flea Market is close to live entertainment, there is Sat), 2pm (Sun) rant. 1 Daphny Street, Wen- Cresta Shopping Centre, R70 – R120 (Kids under 4 hannesburg. (Tel) 014-577- the southeastern suburbs. something for everyone to en- R100 – R170 dywood Shopping Centre, Beyers Naude Drive, Rand- FREE) 9000 22 Aug @ 9am joy. Expect Food, clothing, Barnyard Theatre. 64 Jones Wendywood. (Tel) 073-828- burg. (Tel) 011-478-5300 Kromdraai Road, Mulders- 4 Frank Road, Bardene, jewellery and a ‘Mechanical Road, Kempton Park. (Tel) 8888 drift. (Tel) 014-577-9000 Acrobranch Boksburg. (Tel) 011-823-2618 Bull’ 011-823-6933 Kids FUN They have so much to offer 22 Aug @ 9am-4pm Saturday Jazz Roodepoort Museum from zip lines, swing bridges Jozi Real Food Market R2.00 Rise and Shine Festival 2015 Enjoy a fresh cup of coffee Bounce Inc SA Experience what it was like in and Tarzan Swings. They ca- A place for local foods to sat- Klipriver Drive, Mulbarton. The day starts off with a Yoga while listening to the smooth South Africa’s first trampoline 1884 when the discovery of ter for various difficulty levels isfy anyone’s pallet. (Tel) 011-682-2222 Session followed by a concert jazzy sounds of one of the park is open and waiting for gold in the area hit its all time and offer a safe family friendly 22 Aug @ 10am-3pm featuring a great line-up of lo- professional Jazz Musicians you to come and jump, dive, high. Get to see the fashion, environment to have fun. Northcliff Country Club, 1 Fir Rosebank Finders Keepers Mar- cal bands. Look forward to organized by Thomas Danc- spin and just have fun. Cater- households, technological ad- R100 Drive, Northcliff, Randburg, ket tucking into delicious meals, er. ing for various skill levels, kids vancements and artifacts 9am - 3pm (Tel) 083-532-2992 Rosebanks own Rooftop flea sipping on fresh coconuts or 22 Aug @ 10am or all ages can enjoy it includ- from the period. Within James and Eythel market with over 400 stalls. tasting some great craft beer. Free ing grown up kids. They also By Appointment only Gray Park, outside Melrose The Shed on Route 59 Expect to find African Arts and 22 Aug @ 8am The Perfect Cup. 54 Tyrone do parties and cater for R10 –R20 Arch. (Tel) 086-999-0369 Here you can enjoy Gourmet Crafts, International Foods, R120 – R250 Avenue, Parkview. (Tel) 011- groups! 85 Christiaan De Wet Road, food and take a stroll in the clothing and collectables. Sandton Central Park. Cnr 486-0683 10am – 9pm (Mon – Fri) Roodepoort. (Tel) 011-761- Montecasino Bird Gardens craft market. Kiddies play 23 Aug @ 9am Sandton and Grayston Drive. Bounce Inc. Cnr Woodmead 0226 or 082-411-6898 (Week- Wander along enchanted area and Artisan Brewery. Free (Tel) 011-712-6614 David Tombak and Coleen Mare and Maxwell Drive, Waterfall ends) walkways within magnificent 22 Aug @ 9am-3pm The Mall of Rosebank. Upper In true style Theatre on the Lifestyle Centre. (Tel) 011- gardens and marvel at a vari- The Shed on Route 59, 109 level, Mall of Rosebank, Old Mutual Music in the Gardens Square in Sandton will be 517-2500 The Voortrekker Monument ety of colourful birds, mam- Malcolm Road, Randvaal, Rosebank. (Tel) 082-465- This weekend Freshly ground hosting another great musi- The massive Voortrekker mals, reptiles and unusual Daleside. (Tel) 081-011-9456 5458 takes to the stage at the Bo- cian as part of their lunch time Johannesburg Art Gallery Monument, built in honour of animals from around the tanical Gardens with their concerts. This week get to Founded in 1910, the Johan- the Voortrekkers (Pioneers) world. Neighbourgoods Market Music unique South African sound. listen to David Tombak on vio- nesburg Art Gallery is a major who left the Cape Colony in 8:30am -5pm (Mon-Fri), Enjoy fine quality foods from Get there early to get a space lin and Coleen Mare on Pia- Art Museum in South Africa. It their thousands between 8:30am-6pm (Weekends) cheese Gourmet, Petit Co- 50 Carat Gold on the lawns and don’t forget no. has collections which span 1835 and 1854. A visit to the Montecasino. Corner William chon, Fine and Raw Choco- Music that has defined music to pack a picnic basket too. 21 Aug @ 1pm across traditional South Afri- Voortrekker Monument Heri- Nicol Drive & Witkoppen late and Buffalo Ridge Moz- history is the theme of the 23 Aug @ 1pm R40 can Art and International Art tage Site promotes and devel- Road, Fourways, (Tel) 011- zarella to name a few. show, showcasing 50 of the R50 Auto & General Theatre on from the 16th Century. ops an understanding and 511-1864

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FILM: Henry Cavill in ‘The Man From duo’s only lead is the daughter of a van- U.N.C.L.E.’ ished German scientist, who is the key to CAST: Henry Cavill, Armie Hammer, Ali- infiltrating the criminal organization, and cia Vikander, Elizabeth Debicki, Jared they must race against time to find him Harris, Hugh Grant, Luca Calvani and prevent a worldwide catastrophe. DIRECTOR: Guy Ritchie “It’s a zone I find fascinating, the way men interact with each other,” says enry Cavill (‘Man of Steel’) Ritchie, who directed, produced, and co- stars as Napoleon Solo oppo- wrote ‘The Man from U.N.C.L.E.’ screen- site Armie Hammer (‘The So- play, based on the hit 1960s TV series cial Network’) as Illya Kuryakin of the same name. “Even going back to inH director Guy Ritchie’s ‘The Man from ‘Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels,’ U.N.C.L.E.’, a fresh take on the hugely I’m drawn to that male-to-male dynamic popular 1960s television series. as kind of a genre unto itself.” Set against the backdrop of the early Dynamic would be the word for it, 1960s, at the height of the Cold War, the as the first time elite CIA operative Solo film centres on CIA agent Solo and KGB meets his formidable KGB counterpart, agent Kuryakin. Forced to put aside long- Kuryakin, they are trying to kill each oth- standing hostilities, the two team up on er. Each has been sent to extract the same a joint mission to stop a mysterious in- vital German asset from behind the Berlin Henry Cavill and Elizabeth Debicki in ‘The Man From U.N.C.L.E.’ ternational criminal organization, which Wall at the height of the Cold War, and is bent on destabilizing the fragile bal- taking out the competition in the process ance of power through the proliferation would just be icing on the cake. their respective handlers that they will his best. Then he’s thrust into a position Movies of nuclear weapons and technology. The Days later, after being informed by now be working together on the case, that he hates and there’s nothing he can killing each other is unfortunately – al- do about it. This guy he’s working with, beit temporarily – off the table, leaving this Napoleon Solo, he’s so unorthodox. Still showing: the sworn rivals to vent their national He doesn’t follow the rules. He doesn’t and professional antagonism in a bare- even seem to know there are rules.” knuckled, bust-up-the-furniture, “getting “What we found so irresistible,” says to know you” fight designed to convey Ritchie, “was taking these polar-opposite in no uncertain terms that they might be agents and forcing them together so that stuck with this deal, but they don’t have they start out trying to annihilate each to like it. other and end up cooperating, but maybe So in some respects, it’s a buddy mov- still not entirely trusting each other. The ‘Fantasitc Four’ ie…apart from the fact that “they kick the story is largely the evolution of their col- living daylights out of each other as soon laboration. as they meet,” says Henry Cavill, who stars The fact that one represents capitalist as Solo, the suave and often self-serving America and the other represents com- American agent. munist Russia, and these two super pow- Starring as Kuryakin, Armie Hammer ers have to team up to neutralize a threat offers the volatile but more conventional with global stakes, is a great premise that Russian’s point of view: “Kuryakin is the you can have a lot of fun with, and that’s ultimate soldier, always in line and giving really the spine of the story.” ‘Trainwreck’ Henry Cavill and Armie Hammer in ‘The Man From U.N.C.L.E.’

diately runs up against the most FILM: PAPER TOWNS an all-night adventure through their demanding, uncompromising and CAST: Austin Abrams, Cara Delevigne, hometown, Margo suddenly disap- compelling person he’s ever met: Halston Sage, Jaz Sinclair, Justice pears - leaving behind cryptic clues for the school’s lauded, if increasingly Smith, Nat Wolff Quentin to decipher. jaded, Headmaster Carvelle (Dustin DIRECTOR: Jake Schreier The search leads Quentin and his Hoffman). Yet, Stet’s inner grit quick-witted friends on an exhilarating brings forth an astonishing sound. A coming-of-age story centring on adventure that is equal parts humorous And the more he sings, the more Quentin (Nat Wolff) and his enig- and moving. Ultimately, to track down Carvelle begins to see his passion matic neighbour Margo (Cara Dele- Margo, Quentin must find a deeper growing - a passion that will im- vigne), who loved mysteries so much understanding on true friendship - and pact not only Stet’s own life but she became one. After taking him on true love. those around him. From Carvelle himself to his snobbish associate Drake (Eddie Izzard) to the school’s down-to- A scene from ‘Boychoir’ earth headmistress (Kathy Bates) to the young teacher who fights for Stet (Kevin McHale) to the es- FILM: BOYCHOIR worth championing, but Stet has tranged father who is trying to hide CAST: Dustin Hoffman, Kathy no idea how it might help him his very existence (Joshua Lucas) Bates, Eddie Izzard, Josh Lucas, face the dark realities of his life. to Devon, the star singer who is Garrett Wareing That all shifts when a sudden ac- Stet’s fiercest rival (newcomer Joe DIRECTOR: Francois Girard cident lands Stet on the East Coast West), Stet’s campaign to redeem at one of the most elite private himself begins to catch everyone’s The rousing, music-filled ‘Boy- boychoir schools in the country, attention. At the same time, every- choir’ begins with Stet (newcomer the National Boychoir Academy. one knows no boy singer’s voice Garrett Wareing), who is strug- It might be his only hope, but he can last - or survive adolescence. gling just to get by in a tough knows he doesn’t fit in. He’s never Change is coming, but with it, a Texas neighbourhood with an studied music, there’s not a single lesson that endures: to make the overwhelmed single mom. His soul to support him and he’s filled absolute most of what you’ve got school principal (Winger) is con- with a seething rage he can’t begin in the moment. vinced his angelic singing voice is to express. Even worse, he imme-

Dustin Hoffman in ‘Boychoir’ A scene from ‘Paper Towns’

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Authentic Middle Easter cuisine awaits Ten Pin Bowling @ 9am – 5pm 22 Erlswold Way, Randburg. The Magic Company Ten Pin Free (Tel) 011-646-5513 Bowling is a new extension to Museum Africa. 121 Bree in Sunninghill this weekend the existing Magic Company Street, Newtown, Johannes- Nightlife entertainment store. The burg. Bowling arena caters for all (Tel) 011-833-5624 Black and White Foodies are in for a treat when families and groups, including It is an all out party and all that Wickedfood Earth’s Pop-Up Lunch corporate team builds and Origin’s Centre matters is that you have a takes place at Wickedfood Cooking games. The Origins Centre tells a good time. The line-up in- School in Sunninghill on Sunday, 12pm-12am (Mon-Thurs), story of how all humans be- cludes Chunda Munki, DJ JC, August 23. 12pm-2am (Fri), 10am-2am gan in Africa, developed tools, Ray Squared and Pretty Among the many immigrants to (Sat) language, art and spirituality. Filthy. South Africa, The Lebanese com- Montecasino. Corner William The Centre contains the latest 22 Aug munity became an important pillar Nicol Drive & Witkoppen interactive multi-media equip- @ 9pm to the national diversity, adding a Road, Fourways, ment. Payment upon entry. delicious component to rainbow (Tel) 011-511-0124 Open daily 9am – 5pm Nicci Beach. Wild Waters nation cuisine. Although many of R35 – R75 Complex, 1 Margaret Street, the dishes may not be common The fun company The Origin’s Centre. Yale Boksburg. place on the dinner table, most of A family entertainment centre Road, Wits University, Braam- (Tel) 011-823-5714 us are aware of pita breads, hum- that will have your blood rac- fontein. mous and kafta kebabs. Lamb and ing and leave you with (Tel) 011-717-4700 Hot on Top goat are the cornerstones of Mid- smile. Bumper Cars, Tenpin Get ready to party on the roof- dle Eastern cuisine. For this unique Get a taste of Lebanon courtesy of Wickedfood Bowling, Games Arcade and Gold Reef City Theme Park top at Randlords. The events lunch, these ancient cooking tech- more. Gold Reef City Theme Park organized by ‘Hot on Top’ are niques will be utilised to showcase 9am (Mon-Sat), 10am (Sun) has an abundance of adven- amazing and each one is the flavour of Wickedfood Earth mezza, all grown on Wickedfood * The festivities will commence at The Grove Shopping Centre, tures, it won’t be long before themed, they also only take farmed indigenous veld-raised Pedi Earth Farm, including the chick- 12pm, noon. Simon Vermooten Road, Pre- you’ll be drawn to the squeals place at Randlords every 2 sheep, descendants of the fat- peas, sesame seeds for the tahini, Cost is R295 per person. toria, of delight! Also the only pla- months so don’t miss out! tailed Persian sheep. and eggplant. The highlight will be To make a reservation, call 076 236 (Tel) 011-447-4099 cein Southern Africa where 22 Aug @ 4pm The banquet will be a true Mid- Lebanon’s national dish, kibbe, a 2345; or send an email to Earh@ you can enjoy a 4D movie! R200 – R250 dle Eastern feast and will include raw, spiced lamb similar to tartare; wickedfood.co.za. Red Bus City Tour 9:30am-5pm Randlords. Floor 22, South an insightful talk about ethically • First course - Shish barak, lamb Visit wickedfood.co.za for more in- The Red Bus City Tour is a R100-R175 Point Towers, 41 De Korte raised indigenous veld-raised Pedi filled pasta in a warm yoghurt formation. hop-on, hop-off excursion Cnr Northern Parkway & Data Street, Braamfontein. sheep. sauce, a favourite at Lebanese ban- Address: 4th floor, The Square which takes you to some of Crescent, Ormonde, (Tel) 011-489-1390 All recipes used are family quets; Shopping Centre, Sunninghill, cor- the most interesting spots in Johannesburg, handed down, authentic fare. • Main course - Roast lamb plat- ner of Rivonia and Naivasha Roads Joburg – from Gold Reef City (Tel) 011-248-6800 The Secret Sessions ter, with different cuts of lamb and (from the highway take the Rivonia to the James Hall Transport Get ready for volume 3 of The menu will consist of the fol- roast winter vegetables; off-ramp and turn towards Sun- Museum. The Planetarium ‘The Secret Sessions’, a great lowing items: • Dessert – Baklava. ninghill). R80 –R150 Each year, the Planetarium is way to enjoy live acoustic mu- • Starter - A wide selection of (Tel) 086-173-3287 visited by around 75,000 peo- sic. Line-up includes N. ple, about 80% of whom are March, Alley Zhogbey and Kids Traffic Land on organised school outings. more! A fun way for kids to learn the 10:30am 22 Aug rules of the road while having R40 – R150 @ 3pm fun. Yale Road, Milner Park, Free 9am-5pm (Sat-Sun), 1pm- Johannesburg. MishMash. 20 Gleneagles Cape Town opera’s 5pm (Mon-Fri) (Tel) 011-717-1390 Road, Greenside. faBulous operetta show and stay paCkages R30 (Tel) 011-026-2915 Balfour Park Shopping Cen- James Hall Museum of Trans- tre, Highlands North, Johan- port Soulvibe nesburg, The James Hall Museum of Get a chance to just relax and (Tel) 082-459-2074 Transport is a land transport unwind before a new week museum covering various with a cold drink in hand and Magic Company modes of transport dating listening to a live performance This is a great space for kids back some 400 years and is from Mxo and McGee Keys. with various video games, the largest museum of its kind 23 Aug simulators and ticket collect- in South Africa. Get to see @ 1pm ing games to choose from. steam vehicles, bicycles, Free Make sure you check out the trains and trams. Poolside. 281 Commissioner 6D thrill experience as well. 9am -5pm (Tues-Sun) Street, Maboneng Precinct. 10am-12pm (Mon-Fri), 9am- Free – Donations welcome (Tel) 082-754-9745 12pm (Sat, Sun) James Hall Museum. Corner Montecasino. Corner William of Reynolds and Rosettenville Archspire Nicol Drive & Witkoppen Roads, Pioneer Park. Surging on ahead, Withdoctor Road, Fourways, (Tel) 011- (Tel) 011-435-9485 Production continues to keep 511-0621 the Local Metal Scene alive Hector Peterson Museum with another great event. The Jungle Rumble Indoor Play- A memorial to the 1976 Sowe- line-up includes Archspire, ground to student rebellion. The Mu- Bleeding Spawn, Divine in collaboration with This is a kids playground seum is named after Hector Plague and more. heaven with ball ponds, Peterson who was a 13-year 22 Aug WALES MILLENNIUM CENTRE slides, jumping castles, rides, old student in 1976 and @ 7pm Directed by Janice Honeyman arcade and baby area. You among the first victims to die R275 can also have kids parties from police shootings during Iron Tusk. 39 Gwi Gwi Mrwebi here which are fully catered. the riots. Street, Newtown. Show and Stay package, at one of Cape Town’s lovely hotels and theatres is 9am-5pm (Tues-Sat) 10am – 5pm (Mon – Sat) & (Tel) 083-594-2794 priced at R1700 for 2 adults sharing. R40-R55 10am – 4pm (Sun) One year of influence Each package includes: Panorama Shop & Leisure R5 Centre. Corner Kilpriver and 8288 Khumalo Road, Orland ‘Influence’ celebrate one year - One night’s accommodation for 2 persons sharing Jordie Road. West, Johannesburg. since their first session. Come - Full English buffet breakfast (Tel) 011-432-0403 (Tel) 011-536-0611 prepared for a long night of - 2 first tier tickets to The Merry Widow of Malagawi insane bass, mega sound and - Complimentary souvenir programme Museum Africa Museum of Military History just a great music experience. - Complimentary transport to and from your hotel This is one of Johannesburgs The Museum’s collection of Drum and Bass, Dubstep and biggest history and cultural more than 44 000 items are more! Directed by Janice Honeyman, famous for her pantomimes, museums housed in the old divided into 37 separate cate- 21 Aug children’s theatre and thrilling drama, musical and opera fruit and vegetable market, gories and include the official @ 8pm productions. (Sister Act, John Kani’s Missing, Sleeping Beauty, which dates back as far as South African war art and R50 FUNDED BY Show Boat to name but a few). 1913. Featuring exhibits of photograph collections and is Rumours Lounge. Shop 20 in the discovery of Gold in Jo- the only museum of its kind in Palm Court, Book with ComputiCket hannesburg to the era of South Africa. Cornelius Street, enquire with [email protected] township Jazz in Sophiatown. 9am -4:30pm (Daily) Weltevreden Park. Tue – Sun R15 – R30 (Tel) 079-825-7995

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