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By Imran Khan to order a meal or get directions. a reasonable pace and produce words The device is the size of an ear more clearly while using the device. Imagine a world without any lan- phone which fits snuggly into one of This humble device started its life guage barriers; where you could com- your ears, similar to how any other on a crowd funding website called municate with anyone around the earphone would. Inside the device is Indiegogo and raised more than globe like you were a native speaker… specially designed noise cancelling US$4 million in funds to develop the It sounds like an idea out of science microphones that filter out ambient technology. fiction; something you might expect noises. While the first batch has already to see in a ‘Star Trek’ episode, or in The Pilot connects to the translat- been delivered to backers by May a comic book. This week’s gadget is ing app on your Smartphone and just 2017, Waverly labs are currently tak- one that fulfils all those ideas and the like that you are ready to go. In con- ing orders for the next batch, which best part of it all I that it is available versation, the ear piece will pick up promises to be even more advanced right now. layers of speech which it will send to and in a wider range of colours. Waverly Labs have developed the your Smartphone. Pilot will be able to translate be- world’s first smart earpiece language It is then up to the magic of the tween English, French, Italian, Por- translator. The device, known as the Waverly Labs translation engine to tuguese and Spanish out of the box, ‘Pilot’, uses the latest technologies in break up the speech and convert the but more languages will join this list speech recognition, app development spoken language in to the pre-select- soon. and wearable technology to cross ed second language. Pre order your pair of the Pilot language barriers. We have all been The translation process is close to Transalting earpiece now at www. in a situation sometime or another being seamless for the first release, waverlylabs.com for $249 and it will where being lost in translation is a with almost simultaneous translation. ship to during the sec- The Pilot translator connects to any smartphone real issue, whether you just wanted We did find that you have to talk at ond half of 2017. ADVERTORIAL International festival of Jewish Enjoy a new adventure with music and theatre for Mother City all the Tyger Valley ‘Kidz A forgotten cabaret script in a damp strongly: Cantors Ivor Joffe and whilst reconstructing the story based Helsinki cellar; Russian choral music Choni Goldman are joined by their upon survivor testimony. Skouspeel’ characters slowly disintegrating into a trunk in respective choirs in the opening con- Looking forward through the past: a Cape Town garage; Fragments of cert at the Gardens Synagogue on A symposium at Jannasch Hall, Stel- satirical dramas lying forgotten in a September 10 at 4.30pm. lenbosch University and at the Kaplan cupboard in a Prague apartment... Two of South Africa’s most lauded Centre UCT are open to the public. These are just a few of the musi- composers, Hendrik Hofmeyr (UCT) Entrance is free. Chair is Dr Stephen cal and theatrical treasures that will and Hans Roosenschoon (Stellenbos- Muir - University of Leeds. be brought “out of the shadows” at a ch Konservatorium), will introduce “We face a refugee crisis of similar significant eight-day festival in Cape ‘New Songs from the Jewish Archive’ proportion to that of post-war Eu- Town and Stellenbosch from Sep- - two concerts of their students’ rope. During displacement and exile, tember 10 to 17. newly-composed songs based upon artists created and talked about their Following on after festivals in PtJA research, performed by singers conditions. The works in our festival USA, UK, and Australia where all Jolene McClelland and Minette du bear witness to the dignity, honesty events were sold out, “Out of the Toit Pearce, and backed by an ensem- and circumspection of artists’ visions Shadows: Rediscovering Jewish music ble including Farida Bacharova, Peter in the face of indifference and closed and theatre” features star-studded Martens and Albie van Schalkwyk. doors in the 30s and 40s,” comments local and international artists funded Other events will take place at the Dr Joseph Toltz of Sydney Conserva- by the UK Arts & Humanities Re- Baxter Concert Hall, the Methodist torium of Music, Australia. search Council’s major project. Church Hall in Observatory and the Aviva Pelham, doyenne of South Drostdy Theatre, Stellenbosch, in- For more information, visit www. African opera and theatre, directs ‘A cluding ‘Prinz Bettliegend’, a satirical ptja.leeds.ac.uk/festivals and Comedy of us Jews’ (from the Hel- musical revue written by prisoners in follow the links to Cape Town. sinki archives) at Cape Town’s Jewish the Theresienstadt Ghetto. This ad- Tickets are available via Compu- Museum, accompanied by clarinet- aptation preserves the jazz melodies ticket. ist Matthew Reid and his ensemble, of the original ghetto production alongside Michelle Maxwell (ac- claimed in the Fugard Theatre’s re- cent ‘Funny Girl’). Promising to raise the roof of the is the modern- day premiere of ‘Serenade for Large Symphony Orchestra’ (actually a double orchestra) by Viennese émigré composer Wilhelm Grosz, performed Join in on the fun on September 9 and 10 as part of the Cape Town Philhar- monic Symphony Season by the CPO Back by popular demand is ‘Kidz Kidz Skouspeel 4, The Big Spring in a new edition by PtJA researcher Skouspeel 4’ – with all your favorite Ball, will entertain young and old. Joseph Toltz. characters on one stage. Join us on September 9 and 10 for By contrast, the Cape Soloists Let the little ones be mesmer- this whimsical showcase filled with Choir will appear at ’s ized with Princess Arena and her fun and adventure. Erin Hall, directed by PtJA’s Project friends, Lollos and Lettie, Tjiff & Leader Dr Stephen Muir, in a pro- Tjaff, Liewe Heksie and Tyger Val- For more information, visit gramme of rediscovered Russian syn- ley’s very own mascots - Tom and www.tygervalley.co.za. agogue music that Dr Muir chanced Tina the tigers. For ticket purchases, visit www. upon amongst a private family col- computicket.co.za. lection in Cape Town in 2012. Local personalities also feature Dr Peter Martens, Out of the Shadows Cape Town Festival Co- ordinator

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2 The Next 48hOURS www.48hours.co.za 8 September - 14 September 2017 The Next 48hOURS • What’s Hot Gadget Buddies: A translator like no other mother city fine dining GABRIËLSKLOOF: Hearty, honest soul food prepared with love

By Bianca Coleman Bosman) and dressed with a drizzle desserts. What on earth are milk tart of truffle oil. Often this ingredient is souskluitjies? Thank you for asking. abriëlskloof is a beautiful promised but the distinctive flavour They are milk tart “dumplings” served modern winery set on top of and aroma doesn’t follow through; in a bath of burnt honey custard. a hill just outside Bot River, this was not the case here, as the dish Intensely sweet, they are a popular and on that farm is a restau- delivered everything the menu de- pudding here. After all the bread, the Grant owned and run by Frans (in the scription promised. waitress probably thought I was mad kitchen) and Mariaan (front of house) I seldom order soup as a starter to order the gluten-free pear and al- Groenewald, where they specialise in because it tends to be very filling, mond cake with Chantilly cream, but hearty, honest, soul food prepared especially such a thick one as this. I there you go. with love. know we broke Frans’s heart because The joys of not having dietary re- The Groenewalds are passionate we didn’t order any of his fabulous strictions means I can be whatever I about everything local and source main course items like lightly cured want, whenever I want. most of their produce from neigh- hake served with mussel, chorizo and The restaurant also serves break- The heritage braai feast is on September 24 bouring farms and villages, and the prawn paella, Asian-style duck leg fast, with the usual dishes like a menu changes frequently. There’s with harissa pumpkin puree and pick- Farmer’s Breakfast, fabulous ome- also a gorgeous little deli adjoining led beetroot, or pork belly with spring lettes, and eggs Benedict, as well as SIDE BAR shaded veranda that surrounds the the restaurant where you can admire onion mustard mash and pickled ap- eggs Gabriëlskloof which swops out lush courtyard, where chef Frans will the cakes and bakes and stock up ple and fennel salad. No, not even a the ham or Royale salmon for bobo- During September and to celebrate serve a heritage braai feast including The Pilot translator connects to any smartphone with some delicious goodies to take pulled pork neck burger from the deli tie mince. Other local twists on tra- Heritage Month, the Gabriëlskloof meat on the spit, snoek and mus- home. menu, tempting though it was. ditional favourites include pancakes tasting lounge will showcase home- sels on the coals, garlic rolls, roost- Following our wine tasting, we Instead we shared a cheese and with milk tart ice cream and banana grown flavours with a unique Mzansi erkoek, pap-en-sous and of course, settled in for a lovely lunch where charcuterie platter. While it doesn’t bread French toast. Tapas Taster featuring familiar snack all the tasty trimmings that go with a the hardest decisions (such first world do the kitchen any justice because Gabriëlskloof is just outside Bot bites with a local twist, paired with good old South African braai. And, as problems) were choosing what to it’s hardly a challenge to put these River, on the Swartrivier Road, off the four estate wines. The dishes - snoek tradition demands, such a fantastic have. My friend ordered the fried things on a plate, it was what we , and open Wednesdays to Mon- ‘n patat croquettes with amasi foam meal would be incomplete without pork and duck rillettes with mus- were in the mood for; with artichoke, days from 9am to 5pm. and chakalaka; bobotie poppers; a delectable sweet note brought by tard aioli and deep-fried capers (such sundried tomato and olive salad, and For more information, call 028 tangy pickled fish tacos; and biltong South African all-stars such as melk- tiny morsels of deliciousness to cut a huge basket of amazing breads, as 284 9865, and for restaurant book- in red wine will also be available as tert and malva pudding. through rich dishes). I had the pea well as preserves, it was perfect to be ings and venue enquiries, send an small plate starters or sides to a main The Braai Feast costs R350 for soup with oxtail tortellini, bacon enjoyed slowly with a glass of wine. email to restaurant@gabrielskloof. meal in the restaurant. adults and R100 for children. Tapas crumbs (all the bacon is free range The method in our madness was co.za. On September 24, a single, con- Tasters are R250 a couple including and cured by meat master Richard to reserve space for some interesting tinuous table of unity will line the four wines. Local and international artists for cirque style showcase in a big tent

The international cirque production Jones and Piky Pokus from Argentina, – ‘Enchanted’ – is currently on show acts lined up include crossbow con- ‘Enchanted’ will be presented for in Green Point. Produced and direct- tortionist and silk artist Orissa Kelly, its limited season on P3 park- ed by Sebastian Cassie, ‘Enchanted’ cloud swing and hoop artist Tom ing in Green Point, in front of the merges some of the world’s finest en- McKinnon, laser and bubble master (opposite tertainment artists with a top South Thomas Favaro, a perfectly matched McDonald’s). Performances are African creative team. strength duo, singers and more. from Wednesdays to Fridays at ‘Enchanted’ is running for a lim- Guests can look forward to being 8pm, Saturdays at 3pm and 8pm ited season into mid October and is greeted by quirky ‘Enchanted’ artists, and Sundays at 5pm. billed as “a thrilling cirque produc- setting the tone for the night’s en- Tickets cost from R250 for ac- tion with mesmerising acts that have tertainment. After indulging on tapas cess to the cirque theatre show never been seen before in South platters and taking in the two-hour and the after party. Africa”, performed in a 450 seater show, the resident DJ will take over To enquire about tickets, group spiegeltent shipped directly from Bel- and the audience can party with the offers and corporate packages, gium and constructed by renowned cast, late into the night, if they so call 074 422 2888; or visit www.En- Belgian tent master Rik Klessens. desire. Laser artist Thomas Favaro chantedCirque.com. Elements within include an interac- ‘Enchanted’ brings the best of the Doors open 6:30pm before even- tive zone, VIP bars serving premium spiegeltent shows that have preceded Showcasting is headed up by Se- office in South Africa. “Having the ing performances and the on- brands, an oyster and bubbly booth, it, with an emphasis on artistry. All bastian Cassie and Michael Carrigan. opportunity to bring this enchanting site booking office is open week- an accessory store and delicious fare of the artists are international, world- Having been involved in some of and unique production to my home days from 5pm and on weekends - promising a decadent night out in class performers, and the show has a Australasia’s most successful circus country is a dream fulfilled,” says from 12pm. the Mother City. narrative running throughout in the shows, musical theatre and stage pro- Cassie, who hails from Cape Town, Hosted by local comedienne Mel style of nouveau-cirque productions. ductions, the team has set up a local but grew up in New Zealand.

8 September - 14 September 2017 www.48hours.co.za The Next 48hOURS 3 The Next 48hOURS • Entertainment Guide ‘The Fall’ returns after Edinburgh triumphs Idiosyncratic routine on the Alexander stage

resh from its resounding inter- onstrations in 2015 and 2016. SHOW: Selwyn and Gabriel for assuming the worst when he discov- national success at the Edin- Seeking to unpack discrimination DIRECTOR: Matthew Kalil ers the presence of Gabriel (Mbulelo burgh Assembly Fringe Festival in all its forms, the play does not offer CAST: Kai Luke Brummer and Mbulelo Grootboom). However, this snappily in Scotland recently, winning solutions to the questions raised by the Grootboom dressed intruder is not exactly what he twoF prestigious awards, earning five star movements which inspired it, but hopes VENUE: Alexander Bar Upstairs Thea- seems. Bureaucratic to a fault, Gabriel reviews and standing ovations through- to create and nurture dialogue. tre on 76 until Satur- sets forth on a fact finding mission that out, ‘The Fall’ returns to the Baxter ‘The Fall’ is facilitated by Clare day, September 9, at 7pm nightly penetrates deep into Selwyn’s innermost Golden Arrow Studio for a short season Stopford, curated by Ameera Conrad REVIEW: PETER TROMP core, leading to all manner of revelations from September 12 to 21. and Thando Mangcu (two members of – not only for the audience, but Selwyn The cast is back to wow South Af- the ensemble) and the cast comprises For serious lovers of theatre there isn’t himself. rican audiences in the wake of global Conrad, Tankiso Mamabolo, Oarabile a hotter ticket in town right now than It’s heady, idiosyncratic stuff and Ka- events that have served as a reminder Ditsele, Zandlie Madliwa, Sizwesand- ‘Selwyn and Gabriel’, showing until the plan stays the course, plumbing some that decolonisation is still a relevant, vi- ile Mnisi, Sihle Mnqwazana and Cleo weekend at the Alexander Bar (here’s uncomfortable truths along the way. The tal and urgent topic all over the world. Raatus. hoping for a return run sometime real play isn’t perfect. ‘Selwyn and Gabriel’ Within the first week of the festival soon). It ticks so many of the boxes that could benefit with an added 10 minutes ‘The Fall’ received the Scotsman Fringe Performances are at 7.30pm night- make for a thrilling night at the theatre: or so of running time, since it resolves First Award (designed to encourage ly, with matinee performances at absorbing characterisation; unflinching itself rather speedily and ends somewhat performers to bring new work to Edin- 1pm on September 14, 19 and 21; and engagement with topical, provocative abruptly. What is there though is more burgh in the spirit of adventure and ex- a Saturday matinee performance subject matter; passionate, electrifying than enough to sink one’s teeth into periment, and to celebrate the best new on September 16 at 3pm. performances; and a hearty core of mys- and chew on for days on end. It really writing on the Fringe). Two days later Bookings can be made at Compu- tery. takes root in one’s imagination. That is a the cast received The Edinburgh Stage ticket. Richard Kaplan, writer of ‘The Fin- massive testament to Kaplan’s skills. He’s acting award, beating over 200 shows kelsteins are Coming to Dinner’ (which I one to watch, for sure. which were analysed and considered. did not see when it played previously at The play received rave reviews from the same venue, but now seriously wish I For bookings, visit audiences and the media, earning four had), penned this darkly comic, disquiet- alexanderbar.co.za. The Guide five-star reviews from The Stage, All Ed- ing gem. Kaplan is a serious talent and inburgh Theatre, British Theatre Guide possesses a particular gift for establish- and Sunday Express. ing a tense, foreboding atmosphere. He ‘The Fall’ is a collaborative piece of also has quite a flair for offbeat, punchy workshop theatre devised by the origi- dialogue. Like many of the greatest Your guide to nal cast. When the statue of Cecil John plays, ‘Selwyn and Gabriel’ establishes the best of what Rhodes was dismantled at the Univer- a slanted on-stage universe all its own is happening sity of Cape Town, seven Dramas post- - a slightly off-set version of our own in and around graduates wrote this searing, insightful day-to-day world; a dreamscape of sorts Cape Town. play about race, class, gender, sexism, where the potential for introspection as- To list your event, colonialism and ideologies of patriarchy. cends to almost cosmic dimensions. email: It took South Africa by storm during the When Selwyn Aaron Bernstein (Kai [email protected] #RhodesMustFall, #FeesMustFall and A scene from ‘The Fall’ Luke Brummer) steps into his kitchen in Kai Luke Brummer in ‘Selwyn and subsequent student movements’ dem- the dead of night, he could be forgiven Gabriel’ ART ART EVENTS EVENTS EVENTS EVENTS FAMILY FUN

Guise of Reality at Salon 91 ming pools. Finalists were programme is available on First Thursdays Cape Town plants of Southern Africa, and food stalls, as well as La Until 30 September, 8:30AM Cassim’s forthcoming exhibi- selected from 20 countries in- the festival’s official website. First Thursdays Cape Town is Graham Duncan then gives Capra wine served on tap and to 5PM tion develops her theme of cluding South Africa. After 6 to 10 September a free cultural experience you a tour of Kirstenbosch’s craft beer from the Cape Table Mountain, Tafelberg encounters with perception by viewing, guests can then step The Fugard Theatre, Cnr where art galleries and other greenhouse. Brewing Company. Road, off evoking pictorial spaces de- below sea-level, amidst 18th Caledon & Lower Buitenkant cultural attractions are open 8 September, 9:30PM – 1PM 9 September, 7.30AM to 5PM 021 424 8181 rived from natural land- Century ruins, and learn the St, , Cape Town to the public on the first R275 – R550 Free entry - Walk/Runs R150 scapes. Oil paint is applied, story of the “Cape of Storms”. frankie@openbookfestival. Thursday of every month. The Kirstenbosch Botanical Gar- – R500 Chocolate and sponged away, wiped and di- Until 30 September, 9AM co.za night is as much about experi- dens, Rhodes Drive, New- Fairview Wine and Cheese Wine Pairing luted with solvent such that R50 – R100 encing art and culture as it is lands, Cape Town Farm, Suid-Agter-Paarl Rd, Enjoy a romantic date with the the forms she attempts to de- Museum, Killarney Extreme Festival about exploring the city on 072 377 8014 Suider-Paarl Groot Constantia Chocolate & scribe become ever more Clock Tower Precinct, V&A With a day of really exciting foot. 021 863 2450 Wine Pairing includes 4 de- dreamlike and inaccessible. Waterfront, Cape Town racing expected from the Sa- 5PM to 9PM Zip Zap Circus lectable chocolates paired Her process engages the 021 416 6230 sol Global Touring Cars www.first-thursdays.co.za September’s performance FAMILY FUN with 4 of their award winning theme of rebellion. The exact (GTC), the Extreme Super- showcases students from Zip wines. nature of the rebellion is Group Art Exhibition at Artvark cars, Engen Volkswagen SA Innovation Summit 2017 Zap’s advanced programmes, Whale Watching Every day, 09:00 – 18:00 open-ended: a rebellion Drought and extreme weather Cup, single seater Invest- The South African Innovation where they show off the re- Whale season begins in June Tasting Hall, Groot Constantia against an inherited system of are the new normal part of cli- chem Formula 1600’s, Han- Summit is where the South sults of their incredible dedi- and continues until Novem- Wine state, Groot Constantia seeing. mate change in this new plan- kook Formula Vee, Clubman African, African and global in- cation and team work. This ber, so take your winter wool- Road. Until 13 September, Tuesday etary epoch now called the Saloons and Red Square Ka- novators showcase their tal- year Zip Zap presents its lies and get down to 021 7945128 to Saturday Anthropocene. The scale and wasaki Masters, during the ents, innovations and ideas. newest show 25 years – An Hermanus to watch these Salon Ninety One, 91 Kloof far-reaching consequences of 2017 Extreme Festival meet- This year’s event aims to in- Acrobatic Walk Down Memo- majestic creatures frolic in the Wine Tasting & Cellar Tour St, Gardens, Cape Town the current drought in South ing at Killarney, there should spire and challenge innova- ry Lane, which is a celebra- coves of Walker Bay – it Enjoy a Wine Tasting at the 021 424 6930 Africa are hard to imagine. be enough robust high speed tors to come up with solutions tion of how the circus has makes for an easy day trip or oldest wine producing estate This exhibition explores how action for everyone. that have a positive social and changed lives and impacted an ideal weekend getaway. in South Africa. Include a cel- Hatch – Art Exhibition art can be a tool to explore 9 September, 8AM economic impact. The summit communities in greater Cape Wedged between the moun- lar tour with your wine tasting The University of Cape some of the complexities of R60 – R100 offers competitions, practical Town. tains and sea, Hermanus is a experience. Tours depart ev- Town’s Irma Stern Museum these new planetary realities, Western Province Motor Club, workshops, panel discus- 9 September, 1PM to 2PM bustling little fishing village ery hour, on the hour. Price hosts a solo exhibition of such as drought. Killarney Race Track, 6 Pots- sions, networking and busi- R110 and a prime land-based includes a wine tasting of 5 prints and mixed media works Until 8 October dam Road, ness matching opportunities Zip Zap Circus School Dome, whale watching destination. Groot Constantia Wines and by Roxandra Dardagan Britz, Artvark Gallery, 48 Main Rd, 021 5571639 and a line-up of local and in- Founders Garden, Jan Smuts June to November a Cellar Tour. entitled Hatch. The artist’s , Cape Town ternational speakers. St, Cape Town City Centre, Every day, 10:00 – 16:00 walkabout takes place on the 021 788 5584 Fantastic Grifizzi Brothers Cir- 6 to 8 September, 7.30AM to Cape Cableway Kidz Season – 3 for Tasting Hall, Groot Constantia opening day of the exhibition. cus 6PM 021 421 8622 the price of 1 Wine state, Groot Constantia 2 to 23 September, Tuesday EVENTS The team behind Madame R350 – R5 700 Explore the natural beauty of Road. to Saturday Zingara present The Fantas- Cape Town Stadium, Fritz La Capra Goat Run Festival Table Mountain with your chil- 021 7945128 UCT Irma Stern Museum, 21 Open Book Festival 2017 tic Grifizzi Brothers, who roll Sonnenberg Rd, Green Point, The event consists of a 5km dren during the Cableway’s Cecil Rd, Rosebank, Cape The Book Lounge and the Fu- into town with their set up that Cape Town fun walk/run, and 8km, 15km Kidz Season, when two kids The Town gard Theatre present the an- includes food trucks and bars, 082 708 1960 and 28km trail run. There is ride for free with an adult who The Two Oceans Aquarium 021 685 5686 | 073 122 8869 nual Open Book Festival, a a double decker bus-come- also a buggy- and wheelchair- has purchased a return ticket. offers more than 3000 ani- literary festival with a focus on restaurant, barber shop, car- Kirstenbosch Compton Herbaria friendly meander route for Your children can enjoy a day mals in 9 galleries, including a Underwater Photographer of South African literature in an nival rides and animal-free Tour mothers and toddlers taking of fun atop Table Mountain, as room full of eerily-lit jellyfish, the Year 2017 international context. The fes- circus in a Big Top tent. . Join Culture Connect SA as part in the 5km fun walk/run. well as a kiddies’ treasure an underwater tunnel and the The Underwater Photogra- tival includes over 150 literary Until 17 September 2017, botanist Dr. Nicola Bergh, There is plenty of children’s hunt. As a part of the experi- I & J Ocean Exhibit which of- pher of the Year is a London- events, featuring over 100 Thursday to Sunday guides you on a behind-the- entertainment as well as a va- ence, all children will receive fers opportunities for qualified based annual competition authors over 5 days. Although R40 – R330 scenes botanical tour through riety of prizes up for grab for a treasure hunt map and divers. There is also an inter- that seeks to celebrate photo- the events are spread across Van Der Stel Sports Club, Du the Compton Herbaria’s winners in all distances. This something sweet when they active exhibit where visitors graphs that are captured be- Cape Town and its surrounds, Toit St, Stellenbosch abundant plant collection. year’s Goat Run introduces a hand in their voucher at both can touch plants and animals neath the surface of the sea, the hub of the festival takes 071 400 2250 Later, botanist and award- lively festival, which offers a the Shop at the Top and the or view them under a micro- lakes, rivers and even swim- place at the Fugard. The full winning author of Bulbous host of activities, live music Café. scope, a children’s activity

4 The Next 48hOURS www.48hours.co.za 8 September - 14 September 2017 The Next 48hOURS • Entertainment Guide Quarter finalists battle for 2017 Russian cellist extraordinaire for GrandWest Open Mic Jazz crown Cape Town Concert Series The highly contested 2017 GrandWest A full house is expected for the The Cape Town Concert Series will Yuri Bashmet and Christian Tetzlaff. Open Mic Jazz singing competition is quarter final events as the top 24 en- present Alexey Stadler, one of the He has received several awards heating up, with the announcement trants compete for a place in the final finest young cellists of his genera- including the national titles Young of the 24 jazz performers who will be stages. tion, in concert during September. Talent (2008, 2009 and 2010) and going through to the quarter finals. The community is urged to be at He will be partnered by Francois du Hope of Russia (2008, 2009). He The performers will compete in two Jackson Hall to cheer them on. They Toit in a recital at the Baxter Con- has won first prizes at competi- quarter final rounds at Jackson Hall: will perform on stage before a live cert Hall on Saturday, September tions in France and Austria and also on September 6 and 13. audience, accompanied by a band. 16, at 8 pm. received chamber music prizes in The 24 quarter finalists (at the time The judges will be focusing on vocal The 26 year old Russian has per- Italy and Austria with pianist Karina of writing) are Anathi Mobo, Caitlin technique, song interpretation, stage formed across Europe as a soloist, Alexey Stadler Sposobina. Farmer, Clyde Hanekom, Courtneigh presence and audience response. The as well as in chamber ensembles - Picture by Marie Staggat In 2008 he recorded Rachmani- Davids, Gugu Duma, Ian Daniels, shows will commence at 8pm and with artists including Cape Town nov’s ‘Cello Sonata’ on an instru- James Henry, Kirsten Williams, Kyle there is no cost to attend. favourite Lukas Vondracek. Nights Festival and he Schleswig- ment by A. Jacout’ which had once Petersen, Lauren Hendricks, Libo Only 12 will be selected to go One of the finest young cellists Holstein Musik Festival. belonged to the Russian Emperor Ndwayana, Liso Gewabe, Marvin Boer, through to the semi finals which will of his generation and winner of the Stadler performs with orchestras Nicholas II. Born into a family of Naledi Masilo, Natalie Russell, Ncede- take place at SunExhibits, GrandWest 2012 TONALi Grand Prix in Ham- such as the Mariinsky Orchestra, St musicians, Stadler began to play the ka Bophe, Odwa Bongo, Penelope on September 18. The final six will burg, Alexey Stadler’s 16/17 season Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra, cello at the age of four. He began Radsma, Peter John Titus, Sisanda, battle it out for the title of OMJ Win- has seen him appear in a number Irish Chamber Orchestra under re- his studies with Alexey Lazko and Myataza, Ursula Jacobus, Vess, Vicky ner 2017 at SunExhibits, GrandWest of high level engagements across nowned conductors such as Valery continued his education at the Rim- Rose and Zolani Bongo. on September 20. Europe, performing with Deutsches Gergiev and Marek Janowski. He sky-Korsakov College of Music in St. Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Athens recorded Richard Strauss’ ‘Don Petersburg. State Orchestra, Riga Sinfonietta Quixote’ with the orchestra of the and DalaSinfoniettan. Hochschule für Musik Franz Liszt The programme will include the He caused sensations in his re- in Weimar for broadcast on Mittel- following works: cent debuts at BBC Proms under deutscher Rundfunk, receiving great Schumann’s ‘Fantasiestücke, Op. 73’ Vasily Petrenko, with San Francis- critical acclaim. Brahms’ ‘Sonata for Cello and Piano co Symphony and Orchestra della A keen chamber musician, No. 1 in E minor, Op. 38’ Svizzera italiana, both with Vladimir Stadler has appeared in recitals Debussy’s ‘Sonata for Cello in D mi- Ashkenazy, and the Tokyo Metro- and chamber music programmes at nor’ politan Symphony Orchestra as well festivals such as Heidelberg Spring Shostakovich’s ‘Sonata for Cello and as the Young Philharmonic Orches- Festival, Verbier Festival and Fest- Piano in D minor op. 40’ tra Jerusalem Weimar, both under spiele Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. the baton of Michael Sanderling. In 2012 he took part in the Kron- Tickets can be booked via Com- Festival appearances included the berg Academy’s “Chamber Music puticket. International Chamber Music Festi- Connects the World” festival, where For more information, send an Kai Luke Brummer in ‘Selwyn and val Stavanger, St. Petersburg’s White he performed with Gidon Kremer, email to [email protected]. Gabriel’ Naledi Masilo FAMILY FUN FAMILY FUN FAMILY FUN FAMILY FUN FAMILY FUN Markets Markets

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FILM: THE DARK TOWER battle with Walter O’Dim (Matthew Mc- CAST: Idris Elba, Matthew McConaughey, Conaughey), also known as the Man in Tom Taylor, Claudia Kim, Fran Kranz, Black, determined to prevent him from Abbey Lee, Jackie Earle Haley toppling the Dark Tower, which holds the DIRECTOR: Nikolaj Arcel universe together. With the fate of the worlds at stake, good and evil will collide The last Gunslinger, Roland Deschain (Id- in the ultimate battle as only Roland can ris Elba), has been locked in an eternal defend the Tower from the Man in Black.

Brie Larson on the set of ‘Glass Castle’

FILM: GLASS CASTLE about Walls’s book, harrowing as it was, is CAST: BRIE LARSON, WOODY HARRELSON, its sense of deep family love, a love as vast Movies NAOMI WATTS, MAX GREEFIELD, ELLA ANDER- and magical as her parents were strange SON and inexplicable. It allowed her to turn DIRECTOR: Destin Daniel Cretton her youth into a grand adventure and an empowering journey towards redemption. hronicling the adventures of an Careening from hunger and crisis to star- Matthew McConaughey and Idris Elba in ‘The Dark Tower’ eccentric, resilient and tight-knit lit nights of enchantment, Walls found all family, ‘The Glass Castle’ is a re- the light and darkness of the world. markable story of unconditional The book burst onto the literary scene Gardens Tel (021) 424 5927 Clove. Oscar winner Brie Larson brings and spent seven years on the bestseller list, LABIA Fri 08 – Thurs 14 Sept R50 (Subject to Concessions) www.thelabia.co.za Jeannette Walls’s best-selling memoir to captivating readers with its gripping story life as a young woman who, influenced of a nomadic clan living by their parents’ Daily 11.45am, 4.00, 8.15pm Daily 11.30am, 4.00pm by the joyfully wild nature of her deeply passionately held, if reckless rules. At the THE DARK TOWER (10-12PGV) MAUDIE (10-12PG) dysfunctional father (Woody Harrelson), heart of its allure was Walls’s determina- Daily 1.45, 6.00pm Daily 1.45, 6.15pm found the fiery determination to carve out tion to survive; to get out and make her THE EXCEPTION (16NS) DUNKIRK (16V) a successful life on her own terms. own life, but without letting go of the Last Week: Every family has a story, but none quite complicated affection she felt for two Daily 6.15, 8.30pm Daily 1.45pm like that of renowned celebrity gossip col- parents whose wildness was at once full FESTIVAL CINE LATINO LOST CITY OF Z (13V) umnist Jeannette Walls – and yet Walls’s of wonderment and a catastrophe. Walls’s acclaimed memoir, ‘The Glass Castle’, book was the opposite of a lurid tell-all. Daily 2.30, 8.30pm Daily 11.45am, 4.15pm connected with millions of readers. In the Instead it was a love story, one full of THE GLASS CASTLE (13DLSV) THIS BEAUTIFUL FANTASTIC (PG) book, Walls unveiled the deeply guarded cracked hearts, broken promises and un- Daily 6.00pm Daily 12.00pm secret she’d long kept of her childhood: seen need, yet also one that dug to the (except Tues/Thurs) KROTOA (13SV, SUBTITLES) a wildly gothic coming-of-age amid pov- bottom of how sustaining and transcend- BABY DRIVER (16LV) ‘Atomic erty, disaster, rebellion and estrangement ent love can be, no matter who you are or Daily 8.30pm Blonde’ from society. Yet perhaps most amazing where you are from. ATOMIC BLONDE (16LV)

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City Bowl Market in Cape Town wide variety of homemade Godfrey Johnson in Cabaret Black South Easter & Ashweeta of A Handful of Keys, directed es some of the world’s finest 3 to 24 September, 5PM to CBD goods and culinary treats, life- Alexander Bar presents an Blah Blah Bar presents a live and created by Ian von entertainment artists with a 9PM New fab indoors market in the style products and live music. evening of song, pathos and performance by the Ashweeta Memerty. The performance top South African creative R695 hall of the old Gardens Syna- Last Friday of the month, comedy with multi-award- Trio, who get the night going unravels as a constant sur- team. The show includes Ballroom, Belmond Mount gogue which lots of delicious 5:30PM to 10PM winning actor, singer, com- with their experimental acous- prise with “devastating wit crossbow contortionist and Nelson Hotel, 76 Orange St, food and a great place to chill Vredenburg Road, Stellen- poser and pianist Godfrey tic soundscapes. They are fol- and musical mastery” – from silk artist Orissa Kelly, cloud Gardens, Cape Town on a Saturday. For the kids bosch. Off Adam Tas R310 in Johnson. Johnson, known for lowed by Black South Easter piano pyrotechnics to inspir- swing and hoop artist Tom 021 483 1948 there is a jungle gym. Devon Valley. his originality, humour and who entertain audiences with ing inventiveness. For the first McKinnon, laser and bubble Thursdays 4:30PM to 8:30PM 0828283944 skill performs material by their rocking funk and afro time since the show’s launch magic man Thomas Favaro, a Dalin Oliver – Face for Radio 14 Hope Street, Gardens. Jacques Brel, Noel Coward, jams. in 1994, there are three key- disco inspired roller skating Teacher turned Comedian, Bo Kaap Food and Craft Market Supertramp, Leonard Cohen, 9 September, 7.30PM boards and three pianists on pair, a knife throwing duo and Dalin Oliver, presents his new Earth Fair Market in Tokai Tasty traditional foods includ- David Bowie and a few origi- R100 stage – Roelof Colyn, 19-year more. stand-up comedy show Face Another indoor market, this ing samosas, curries, rotis, nal songs. Blah Blah Bar, 84 Kloof St old James Smith and a spe- 8 September to 15 October, for Radio. He is back with a new market in the Southern bredies, koesisters, milk tart, 11 to 12 September, 7PM (upstairs), Gardens, Cape cial guest. Wed to Sun – 8PM/3PM/5PM few more lessons following suburbs offer many special biscuits, cakes, spices and R110 Town Until 8 October, Tues to Sat R250 the sold out success of his treats for lovers of fresh or- more will be on sale. View old Alexander Bar and Cafe, 76 082 349 8849 8PM/Sat 5PM/Sun 3PM P3 parking area, Cape Town debut one man show, I Came, ganic food. And as a great photo collections and chat to Strand St, Cape Town City R100 – R180 Stadium, Cnr Fritz Sonnen- I Taught, I Left. 10 years after bonus for families with little the locals about their history. Centre, Cape Town Music Exchange 2017 , 1 Link St, berg Rd & Granger Bay Blvd, matriculating, Oliver is strug- ones: there are plenty of ac- A hands on samoosa folding 021 300 1088 Music Exchange is a leading , Cape Town Green Point gling to adapt to the concept tivities for kids. demonstration will take place music conference, now in its 021 438 3301 074 422 2888 of “adulting” – no-one warned Wednesdays at 12:00. Entrance free. With Bach, Bubbles and Brunch 7th year, where guests en- him about it. 3PM to 8:30PM fun activities for children. A day of brunch, classical mu- gage, learn and share with Live Music Line-up at Nomad Exclusive Audience with Evita Until 9 September, Saturdays First Saturday of each month, sic and wine tasting in the international and local song- Nomad presents a platform Bezuidenhout 8.30PM/5PM 9AM to 2PM 10AM to 2PM picturesque chapel at Mont- writers and producers over 2 for local talents and bands to The Mount Nelson Hotel R100 – R120 South Palms Centre, Tokai. The Boorhaanol Centre, pellier Wine Estate. Cellist days about the business of showcase their music in a hosts an Exclusive Audience Baxter Theatre, (Next to Builders Warehouse, Pentz Street. (Opposite the Peter Martens performs 6 music in a series of master- line-up every Wednesday of with Evita Bezuidenhout, an 021 685 7880 behind Bathrooms Bizarre) Bo-Kaap Civic Centre) Bach Cello Suites, with classes and workshops. The the week. evening of humorous enter- [email protected] 0726430054 guests being treated to event offers skills develop- 8PM to 11PM tainment accompanied by a Through the Eyes of the Masses brunch and Montpellier Mé- ment, mentorship, showcase/ R60/R90 three course menu. Delicate The Jazzart Dance Theatre Slow Food Market in Stellen- Durbanville Craft Market thode Cap Classique in be- demo opportunities, and col- NOMAD Bistro & Bar, 33 Wa- canapés and a glass of presents Through the Eyes of bosch Here you will find this true tween sets. Following the laboration opportunities. terkant St, CBD, Cape Town Boschendal set the scene for the Masses, a performance This Stellenbosch market of- craft market with lots of hand- performance, a personal talk 9 to 10 September, 9AM to 021 418 3020 the arrival of one of “South that talks to the forced remov- fers a wide variety of goods made arts and crafts. But you session with Martens takes Sun 6PM Africa’s most beloved icons”. als and how those affected and culinary treats will find great food stalls with place, as well as wine tasting R250 – R400 Theatre Evita Bezuidenhout is now still yearn for the land they Saturdays 9AM to 2PM the basics like honey, olive oil with winemaker Danie van Academy of Sound Engineer- the most famous woman in once occupied. The show fea- Oude Libertas Wine Estate, or bread, there too. der Westhuizen. ing, De Roos St, , Enchanted Cirque Dinner The- Luthuli House, looking for rec- tures four performances in a Stellenbosch. (Off Adam Tas First Saturday of the month, 9 September, 8AM to 5PM Cape Town atre onciliation and keeping an fusion of poetry and dance. R310 Road) 8:30AM to 2PM R500 083 448 4475 A new international cirque eye on the fragile ball of de- 9 to 16 September, On the grounds of Rust and Chapel at Montpellier Wine production, Enchanted, mocracy. Bezuidenhout finds 7.30PM/3PM Woodmill Lifestyle Market in Vrede Estate in Durbanville. Estate, 2 Jonge Gezellen Handful of Keys makes its way to Cape Town the optimism in the local mists R80 Stellenbosch Road, Tulbagh, Cape Town Pieter Toerien Productions to bring audiences a dinner of state capture, corruption, Artscape Theatre, The Indoor Market offers a 062 300 8576 presents another instalment theatre experience that merg- apathy and fear. 021 421 7839

6 The Next 48hOURS www.48hours.co.za 8 September - 14 September 2017 The Next 48hOURS • Fooding Around A dish fit for a Princess

ubergines are full of vita- picked mins, minerals and dietary • 1 Tbsp red wine vinegar Fooding around with fibre and I believe they have • 880g passata or canned pureed the potential to lower cho- tomatoes Jenny Morris Alesterol and help one manage one’s • ½ cup fresh basil leaves + extra weight. They are so versatile and they for garnish can be used in salads, stews…any way • ½ cup parmesan, freshly grated you choose to cook them, really. Au- • 200g mozzarella cheese, grated bergines, along with tomatoes, pota- toes and peppers, belong to the same Method: family - the nightshade family. 1. Preheat the oven to 200°C. Driz- Whether they have a deep purple zle olive oil onto a baking tray and shiny skin or an orange red or white arrange the sliced aubergine. You one, what lies beneath the skin is a might need to use two trays or make cream coloured delicious flesh. The this in two batches. flesh is spongy and sucks up oil, so 2. Spread a thin layer of Pesto Prin- it is a good idea to salt them before cess Sundried Tomato Pesto on each cooking to collapse the membranes. slice of aubergine before cooking This prevents them from taking on in the oven for 12-15 minutes. You too much oil when you are cooking Aubergine Parmigiana want the eggplant to be cooked and them. tender, but still slightly firm to retain @jennymorrischef Aubergines are a wonderful source its shape. Remove from the oven and of dietary fibre. They are also low in one with a history of oxalate-con- for vegetarians and perfect for cold reduce oven temperature to 180°C. fat, so they are a great veggie for dia- taining kidney stones should avoid nights - which there will still be plen- 3. While the aubergines are cooking, betics. They are also a good source eating too many of them. I’m so ty of, believe me - this dish will have start with the sauce. Heat two table- sauce on the base, sprinkle with par- of vitamins B1 and B6 and potas- happy I don’t have that problem, as everyone going back for seconds. spoons of olive oil in a large sauce- mesan then top with a layer of egg- sium, and to top it they are high in they are my favourite vegetable! pan over medium heat; add onions plant. Repeat until all the ingredi- the minerals copper, magnesium and Ingredients: and sauté until soft. Add the garlic, ents are used, ending with a layer of manganese. Let’s cook! • 3 medium to large aubergines, oregano and vinegar and cook for sauce, a sprinkling of parmesan and When buying them, make sure cut length ways into 2 cm slices another 30 seconds. Add the passata, all of the grated mozzarella. that the skin is tight and glossy, Aubergine Parmigiana • Olive oil cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes 5. Bake until the eggplant mixture without any scars or discolouration. There’s nothing like a delicious plate • 1 jar Pesto Princess Sundried before adding fresh basil and salt is bubbly and the cheese crispy, 30 They should always feel firm and of comfort food after a trying day. Tomato Pesto and pepper to taste. to 45 minutes depending on size of heavy for their size. This communi- Warm, hearty and wholesome, Pesto • 2 medium red onions, finely 4. Once your aubergines and sauce pan and thickness of layers. Remove cates that they are fresh. Princess’s Aubergine Parmigiana is chopped are ready, you can assemble the dish. from the oven and allow to rest for 5 I’m told that aubergines contain not only delicious, but it’s filled with • 2 tsp garlic, crushed In a medium oven-proof baking dish, minutes before serving. Serve with a significant amounts of oxalate. Any- nutritious fresh ingredients too. Ideal • 2 Tbsp fresh oregano leaves spoon a thin layer of the tomato simple salad and fresh ciabatta rolls. Group exhibition to showcase the New wine trio harks back to 1795 sensuousness of oil painting Battle of Muizenberg The group exhibition ‘Painterly’ can paint itself and making the fullest be seen at The Gallery at Grande use of its sensuous properties.” Steenberg Vineyards has launched a Provence Winery in Franschhoek Featured Artists in this exhibition new range of super-premium wines from September 9 until the 30th. curated by Aidon Westcott include: named after three tall ships in the The term painterly is used to de- Eric Duplan, Anton Karstel, Paula van Royal Navy fleet that defeated the scribe a painting done in a style that Coller Lowe, Jenny Parsons, Adrian Dutch in the Battle of Muizenberg embraces, shows and celebrates the Owen, Jan Schutte, Hannes van Zyl, in 1795. medium it’s created in, rather than Bretten Anne Moolman, Marinda Setting sail for the first British trying to hide the act of creation. Combrinck, Cedric Vanderlinden, An- occupation of the Cape of Good In centuries past, painters worked nelie Venter, Lori Schappe-Youens, Hope, the Ruby, Stately and Sphynx hard to eliminate or conceal any Isabella Kuijers, Diane McLean, were part of the fleet that advanced evident brush marks or texture in a Estelle Marais, Greta McMohan, on Dutch strongholds in Muizen- painting, blending and smoothing to Mathew Brittan, Wendy Gabba, Jon- berg on August 7. Skirmishes ensued hide all evidence of how the painting athan Silverman, Cobus van Bosch. as the Dutch retreated, including was created. Jaco Roux, Olaf Bisschoff and Lizza clashes on the Steenberg foothills. According to the Tate Gallery’s Littlewort. Reminiscent of this short-lived Glossary, the term painterly “carries yet historically significant battle, the implication that the artist is rev- The Gallery can be found on Main their namesakes today are a distinc- elling in the manipulation of the oil Rd, Franschhoek. tive collection of Steenberg wines set apart by their rose gold capsules and filigree trim. “We are excited to launch these new wines as they fill a gap in our portfolio, allowing us to offer wine lovers more choice at an attractive price point. We have really concen- Steenberg Ruby Rose, Sphynx and Stately trated on quality, and are proud to have these three wines as part of our Steenberg collection,” says Cel- Chardonnay that stems from spe- This is a dense and opulent wine larmaster JD Pretorius. cially selected vineyards in Robert- with a silky texture and elegant tan- Steenberg Ruby Rosé 2017 is a son and Bonnievale. The wine teems nin structure. It can be enjoyed on blend of Syrah (51%) and Cinsault with orange blossom, butterscotch its own but stands up well to rich (49%) with whiffs of watermelon and yellow stone-fruit supported by stews and hearty roasts. sorbet, toffee apple and red licorice a richly structured palate with nu- candy. This fruit-forward wine has ances of quince and pear. Eminently The Ruby Rosé 2017 sells for R86, already hit the high notes scooping drinkable now, it will age beautifully the Sphynx Chardonnay 2017 Double Gold at Rosé Rocks 2017, for a further two to five years. En- sells for R135 and the Stately South Africa’s only dedicated rosé joy it with shellfish, creamy soups or Red 2015 sells for R135 at the wine competition. Crisp yet full and grilled fish. Steenberg cellar door in Con- creamy with a mouthful of juicy Steenberg Stately 2015 full-bod- stantia. All three wines will be raspberries, wild strawberries and ied blend of Cabernet Sauvignon available at wine shops coun- hints of spice, this dry Rosé has (63%) and Shiraz (37%). Notes of try-wide soon. depth and refreshes with a zesty ripe blackberries, dried black olives, For more information visit www. citrus finish. It is an ideal wine for ripe mulberries and freshly ground steenbergfarm.com or join spring, summer, Fridays and all hap- black pepper greet the nose. Give the conversation on Twitter @ py occasions in between. it another swirl and observe how SteenbergWines and Facebook Steenberg Sphynx Chardonnay liquorice, camphor and a distinct at facebook.com/steenberges- Fig.444(c), Oil on Canvas, 54x40cm, by Anton Karstel 2017 is a lightly barrel-fermented earthiness emerge in your glass. tate, #SteenbergFleet.

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heritage in grand style t’s that time of the year again. The La Capra Goat Run is a ’s 2017 Herit- others. much-loved charity event that age Festival is set to take you through On September 22 and 23 South celebrates the sounds, sights a memorable journey of indigenous, African and Dutch dancers will share Iand tastes of Paarl and the spirit contemporary and international ar- the stage in the international collab- of La Capra. The annual run is pre- tistic works in dance, music and jazz oration “JONGA” and the new work sented by Asics and will take place in celebration of our diverse cultures ‘In your Hands’ by artist-in-residence at Fairview Wine and Cheese in Paarl and identities. Kirvan Fortuin. This encounter, made from 7.30am onwards on Saturday, The celebration will kick-start with possible by Artscape Theatre Centre September 9. the Artscape Indigenous Ensemble in collaboration with Afrovibes Incu- With September marking the be- along with the invited guests from bator Programme, Jazzart and DOX ginning of spring, it is a big month Afrovibes in the Netherlands, show- (Dutch multidisciplinary theatre pro- for the farm: goat kids are born, casing the cross-cultural dance gen- duction company), is a mixture of Af- the vines have their first buds open res at Guga S’thebe New Theatre in rican, contemporary and urban dance and it also marks time for the Goat Shake off the winter cobwebs this weekend in Paarl Langa on September 10 at 2pm and forms creating a connection between Run, a celebration of people from it continues at Zolani Centre Theatre dance and video. all walks of life to get into gear and in Nyanga on September 17 at 2pm JONGA is created by South Afri- give back to raise money to support ties and food stalls for both spec- The Sunflower Fund. with the final destination culminat- can dancer and choreographer Elvis local charities. tators and runners. Pop in at Fair- ing in a big-bang indigenous con- Sibeko together with the Dutch The event is a trail running fa- view to enjoy live music and indulge For trail runners, ticket prices cert, ‘Road Trip with Dizu Plaatjies’, brothers Thomas and Erik Bos from vourite in the winelands and in- in a range of tasty treats from the start at R200 for the 5km fun on September 24 at 3pm at Artscape Urban Collective 155. South African cludes a 5km fun walk/run as well farm, such as freshly baked patisse- walk/run and 8km races, Theatre Centre. born choreographer Kirvan Fortuin as an 8km, 15km and 28km trail ries (think croissants and danishes), for the 15km race and R500 for Plaatjies will be taking the audi- will celebrate coloured identity and run for the more adventurous. There health smoothies made from Fair- the 28km race. Children are wel- ence on a musical journey featuring the lives lost during gang related vio- will be a buggy- and wheelchair- view’s full fat yoghurt and locally- come and walk free of charge. the legendaries Pops Mohamed and lence, hate crimes and human traf- friendly meander route for mums made, artisanal ice cream. Of course, Tickets are available for pur- Dave Reynolds; choreographed by ficking. and toddlers taking part in the 5km the festival will have plenty of La chase via Entry Ninja (www.en- Elvis Sibeko and joined by the award- The Heritage Festival will wrap-up fun walk/run, which takes walk- Capra wine served in a revolution- tryninja.com) and Trailrunning. winning poet Siphokazi Jonas, danc- with a grand finale production, ‘Jazz ers through the picturesque coun- ary new way – wine on tap – which co.za. ers Thabisa Dinga and Thembekile Masters Tribute’, by well-known pro- tryside, past the grazing cattle and ensures the wine is fresh, more en- All participant can also look Komani; with Manyano Mzi on fessional jazz musicians who will be sheep. There will be plenty of kids vironmentally friendly and of the forward to a goodie bag that drums, Peter Ndlala on Bass guitar, sharing the stage from September 28 entertainment as well as a variety of highest quality. Caft beer straight includes a La Capra T-shirt, and featuring the Artscape Indig- to 30. The likes of Nomfundo Xaluva, prizes up for grabs for winners in all from the Cape Brewing Company La Capra wine, some Fairview enous Ensemble, Ibuyambo Musical Zoe Modiga, Monique Hellenberg, distances. next door will also be available. En- cheese, a wine tasting voucher Group and Sikwantu Cultural Group Buddy Wells, Alvin Dyers, Hilton This year, the Goat Run will add try to the festival is free. and other exciting items to en- (Oomama bomngqungqo wakwaX- Schilder and Sylvia Mdunyelwa will even more festivities to the agenda Each year, all proceeds from the joy. hosa). be paying tribute to jazz legends with the introduction of a lively fes- Goat Run go to The Drakenstein For more information, send an Thursday, September 21, will see such as Errol Dyers and the Schilder tival, which begins at 11.30am and Hospice, Boland School of Autism, email to [email protected]; the celebration of local heritage family, Miriam Makeba and many that is open to all. The festival will Sunfield Home, Wellington Lions or call 021 863 2450. when the Cape Cultural Collective more. offer a colourful array of fun activi- Club, Paarl Mountain Reserve and celebrates its 10th anniversary show- casing “Big Bash”, a kaleidoscope of Tickets for all productions (rang- the Mother City’s cultural collective. ing from R100 – 150) are available The line-up includes top comedian via Computicket; or Artscape- Be a part of International Coastal Cleanup Riaad Moosa, the magical Rosa Choir Dial-a-Seat on 021 421 7695. and the Tenors among Day and make a difference

The Two Oceans Aquarium invites the cleanup, so bring your young- into the soil, ruins beautiful land- interested parties to make a differ- sters. Download the Clean Swell app scapes and destroys the natural her- ence on the Ocean Conservancy’s onto your phone (visit oceancon- itage we should leave behind for our annual International Coastal Clean- servancy.org) before the cleanup and children. A problem as big as plastic up Day on September 16, from 10am become a citizen scientist while you in the ocean requires a big response. to 12pm. Not only will the centre be collect trash. This app will let you So volunteer and feel good about doing their part to rejuvenate our share your achievements, and also making a difference. precious coast, but there is a ton of provide valuable data to the Ocean fun to be had and prizes to be won. Conservancy’s research database. For more information visit www. The first 100 Two Oceans Aquar- Why support International Coast- aquarium.co.za. ium members to arrive will receive a al Cleanup Day? By joining in on the Location: Milnerton Lighthouse, free gift. A lucky draw with numer- 16th, you will be part of a team of Woodbridge Island, Milnerton ous prizes will be open to everyone 12 million volunteers who cherish What to bring: Your own sun- attending on the Saturday at the our oceans across the world. screen, reusable water bottle Milnerton Lighthouse. The Aquari- Plastic pollution kills millions of and reusable gloves Our local masters will be celebrating indigenous jazz this month um’s puppet show will be there after animals each year, leaches toxins

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