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Artscape celebrates SA’s women – pages 2&3

Meet the 18 year old French - Page 8 trumpeting prodigy – page 5 The Lord of the Dance comes to the Mother City

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More cirque “enchantment” coming to

A new international cirque produc- bastian Cassie and Michael Carrigan, tion – ‘Enchanted’ – is coming Cape the driving force behind this world- Town’s way. Opening on September class cirque production. Having been 1 in Green Point, the showcase is involved in some of Australasia’s produced and directed by Sebastian most successful circus shows, musi- Cassie and presented by Showcasting. cal theatre and stage productions, ‘Enchanted’ will merge international the dynamic team have set up a local entertainment artists with a “top” office in , uniting artists South African creative team. from around the globe. “Having the ‘Enchanted’ will run for a limited opportunity to bring this enchanting season into mid October and is billed and unique production to my home as “a thrilling cirque production with country is a dream fulfilled,” says mesmerising acts that have never Cassie, who hails from Cape Town been seen before in South Africa”, and grew up in New Zealand. performed in a 450 seater spiegeltent shipped from Belgium and construct- ‘Enchanted’ will be presented ed by renowned Belgian tent master on P3 parking in Green Point, in Rik Klessens. Elements within include front of the an interactive zone, VIP bars serving (opposite McDonald’s). premium brands, an oyster and bub- Performances are from Wednes- bly booth, an accessory store and cu- days to Fridays at 8pm, Satur- linary fare. days at 3pm and 8pm and Sun- Hosted by local comedienne Mel days at 5pm. Jones and Piky Pokus from Argentina, Tickets cost from R250 for access acts lined up include crossbow con- to the cirque theatre show and tortionist and silk artist Orissa Kelly, the after party. To enquire about cloud swing and hoop artist Tom tickets, group offers, corporate McKinnon, laser and bubble magic packages and branding and prod- man Thomas Favaro, a disco inspired uct placement opportunities, call roller skating pair, a heart stopping 0744 888 222 and visit www.En- knife throwing duo, and many more. chantedCirque.com. Doors open The magic unfolds the moment at 6.30pm before evening perfor- guests step inside the venue to be mances and the on-site booking greeted by quirky ‘Enchanted’ artists, office will be open weekdays from setting the tone for evening’s enter- 5pm and on weekends from 12pm. tainment. After eating from tapas platters and enjoying the two-hour show, the resident DJ will take over and the audience can party with the cast, late into the night. ‘Enchanted’ brings “the best of the outstanding spiegeltent shows” that have preceded it, with an emphasis on artistry. The show has an “engag- ing” narrative running throughout in the style of nouveau-cirque produc- tions. It’s “cirque” redefined, in an in- timate setting with a service offering. Knife thrower Andrei Ho- Showcasting is headed up by Se- manau, with Darya Sharamet

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2 The Next 48hOURS www.48hours.co.za 11 August - 17 August 2017 The Next 48hOURS • What’s Hot Wagner sets sails for Cape Town after almost two decade absence ape Town Opera will be stag- adds the director. era in their lives, you would choose ‘La ing Wagner’s epic early master- South African baritone Jaco Venter traviata’, or ‘La bohème’ or even ‘Rigo- piece, ‘Der fliegende Holländer’ (the Dutchman) and soprano Johanni letto’. ‘Der fliegende Holländer’ is one (The Flying Dutchman), for four van Oostrum (Senta) return from Eu- of those perfect ones to start off a love Cperformances only at the Artscape Op- rope to make their role debuts. The for opera,” adds the baritone. era House – on August 17, 19, 23 and powerhouse cast also includes Austral- With over 50 chorus members, an 26. ian Samuel Sakker (Erik), American bass opera of the scale of ‘Der fliegende Grounded in Cape nautical folklore, Gregory Frank (Senta’s father Daland) Holländer’ is a massive undertaking and ‘Der fliegende Holländer’ is based on and Lukhanyo Moyake (Steuerman). was made possible due to the support the saga about a Dutch seaman who Violina Anguelov (August 17 and 26) of . was condemned to sail around the and Nonhlanhla Yende (August 19 and “This production is the first Wagner Cape for eternity, unless true love set 23) will share the role of Mary. opera that is staging him free. “Redemption is a strong theme for since the year 2000; the last Wagner Director Matthew Wild’s interpreta- Wagner in all of his operas, and Sen- opera was ‘Tannhäuser’. It’s an abso- tion will unleash the ghosts of Dutch ta embodies this theme: redemption lute showcase for the magnificent Cape colonialism in the modern Mother City. through love. I find that beautiful,” says Town Opera chorus, with wonderful “‘Der fliegende Holländer’ is a big opera Van Oostrum, who also adds that her opportunities for the Cape Philharmon- and we are going to do a big produc- character is somewhat of a dreamer and ic Orchestra as well. tion to match,” says Wild. “It’s a big an outsider. Wagner’s music is absolutely thrill- set as well, which Michael Richard has Matching the virtuosity of the sing- ing. It always has the most electrifying designed. The beginning suggests the ers with the bracing power of the or- effect on an audience and if you can Cape Town docklands, then some sur- chestra, CTO’s Associate Music Director pull together a really first rate cast, like prises start to be introduced to that. Tim Murray will lead the Cape Philhar- those that we have, it promises to be a Not to give too much away about the monic Orchestra through the tempestu- night that is absolutely unforgettable,” production, but we are essentially look- ous straits of Wagner’s elemental score. concludes Wild. ing at how our colonial heritage and “I think it’s very easy to fall in love how the ghosts of Dutch colonialism with the music,” says Venter. “If you Book through Computicket. are still with us in modern Cape Town,” tell someone to go and see a first op- Johanni van Oostrum - Photo credit Nardus Engelbrecht

The 2017 Artscape Women’s Humanity Arts Festival

By RoxyK age that society puts people with disabilities that voice through the arts and to express www.lentilsandlace.com in a box with an ‘ag shame’ attitude and I the elements needed to have a more embrac- [email protected] felt I wanted to celebrate who I am – dis- ing society towards the issues women face ability and all,” says Marlene. “I realised that on a daily basis. It is a day where all women Marlene le Roux is the CEO of Artscape The- only a person with a disability can change regardless of their nationality, ethnic, cultur- atre Centre. She is a proud woman with a the mindset of society.” al, economic or political divisions are recog- disability and although it was a painful jour- Marlene le Roux is a true inspiration and nized for their achievements. The Humanity ney to get to this point, she still works tire- leads by example when it comes to living Walk symbolizes the spirit of women who lessly to share her journey with other women life to the fullest. Her soul purpose in life have marched to the Union Buildings more that are going through similar experiences. is to highlight the lack of “humanity” which than 60 years ago. It has become an inte- She has two beautiful children, Aimee and marginalized groups face on a daily basis gral part of the festival. The day ends with a Adam. Adam has Cerebral Palsy and he is in South Africa, especially women and the lunch sponsored by The Next 48hOURS and mentally and physically disabled. Marlene is disabled. kindly supported by the Desmond & Leah an activist and an advisor to both abled and She is the brains behind the annual Tutu Legacy Foundation, Grand West CSI, disabled persons and uses her experiences to Artscape Women’s Humanity Arts Festival Cape Town International Convention Centre, mentor company executives and government that culminates on August 9 every year. Tygervalley Centre and Jive. institutions how to overcome their fear to This is an opportunity and platform for or- There are many people who want to be employ persons with disabilities. ganizations to connect, network and forge recognized for their goals and remembered In 2008 Marlene set out to change per- partnerships to do work together as a united as visionaries, or who want to change and ceptions with her book ‘Look at me’. This front. Workshops offering legal counseling - save the world; then there are those who book showcases the real life stories of 23 offered by legal practitioners - partner with make a difference and are remembered for courageous, strong and sensual women with Artscape annually, giving their time and just being there for the people and help various disabilities in South Africa. Some of sharing advice. The festival is balanced with them lead the life they were meant to live – the women were born with a disability; oth- book launches and entertainment that also these are phenomenal people. We salute you. ers were disabled through an accident or ill- offer the conduit of art for healing, learning Marlene le Roux ness later in life. “I realised from a young and change. The aim of this Festival is to be Happy Women’s Month.

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‘At Her Feet’ comes home after Tango Ensemble for Concert Series more than a decade

In 2002, ‘At Her Feet’, written/direct- student, a tough-talking auntie, a Che- ed by Nadia Davids and performed by worshipping slam poetess, a recently Quanita Adams, exploded onto the South married religious travel agent - narrate African theatre scene. The breakthrough their own lives, offering “vivid, affecting, play was described as “brilliant”, “tri- bitingly funny, deeply moving stories” umphant”, “unforgettable” “timely”; “a that speak to race, love, faith and be- production that will touch you, shift you longing. and never really leave you”. From its first Through monologue, song, and po- staging at UCT, it has travelled through- etry these women offer the audience an out South Africa, been staged in New intimate glimpse of their world. York, London and Holland and won and ‘At Her Feet’ was most recently per- been nominated for numerous awards (a formed in 2012 at London’s prestigious Naledi, a Nom, two Fleur de Caps). For South Bank Centre. It is studied at a the first time in 13 years this beloved wide range of South African, British and The members of Cape Town Tango Ensemble work is to be performed Cape Town for American universities, is understood as five specially staged performances as a one of the most important theatrical part of Artscape Women Humanity Arts works to emerge around Islamophobia, he second season of 2017 of self. The ensemble has delighted classi- Festival, from August 8 to 12. Muslim women and Islamic Feminism the Cape Town Concert Series cal audiences with its performances of Written in 2002, ‘At Her Feet’ evokes post 9/11 and is considered by some as will open, on Saturday, August the art-music of this genre, as far afield the experiences of four Muslim women one of South Africa’s most significant 19, at the Baxter Concert Hall at as Berlin, Singapore and the Leipzig in Cape Town whose lives are touched post-apartheid works. T8 pm with a concert and Milonga (live Gewandhaus. To demonstrate to the by 9/11 of and by the honour killing of a 2017 marks 15 years since ‘At Her dancing) by the SAMA nominated Cape physical dance aspect of tango, the re- Jordanian girl. These women – a secular Feet’ was first staged. Davids and Adams Town Tango Ensemble. This follows its cital will be followed by live dancing at The Guide have expressed their delighted to recon- popular appearance on the same series a Milonga in the foyer, celebrating the nect this work with its original audience a couple of years ago. Baxter’s 40th year on a suitably festive and introduce it to a new generation of The ensemble, established twenty note. South Africans theatre-goers. years ago, comprises founder Stanislav CT Tango Ensemble has worked with Anguelov (Bandoneon), Albert Com- international tango singers such as Your guide to Tickets for the festival’s produc- brink (Piano), Petrus de Beer (Violin) Adriana Edwards, Juan Simon and Gus- the best of what tions are available from Compu- and Charles Lazar (Double Bass). The tavo Fasani, as well as mezzo-soprano is happening ticket or Artscape Dial-A-Seat on group will play a programme of vir- Violina Anguelov, one of South Africa’s in and around 021 421 7695. tuosic chamber music from the tango most popular opera singers. Cape Town. Visit www.artscape.co.za for more repertoire. Cornerstones of the Piazzolla To list your event, information about the festival, par- canon will be interspersed with French Tickets are R180/R150 for senior email: ticipating organisations and the full and Eastern European concert tangos, citizens, available from [email protected] Quanita Adams in ‘At her feet’ festival program. as well as first performances of new Computicket. works by members of the ensemble it- ART ART EVENTS EVENTS EVENTS EVENTS danetorode

In Motion at Ground Art Caffe newald exploring the inherent cast. 9pm/Sat 10am to 8pm sweet treats, an encouraging Artscape Theatre Centre, D.F. hunt. As a part of the experi- Ground Art Caffe hosts In Mo- complications and creative 12 August, 10.30AM to R50 - R170 talk, a music item or two, lots Malan St, Foreshore, Cape ence, all children will receive tion, an exhibition of boat de- prospects offered by attempt- 11.30AM Curro Hermanus Independent of photos and lots of prizes. Town a treasure hunt map and signs by acclaimed Naval Ar- ing to capture a place or a R554.10 – R615.67 School, 1 Curro Rd, Sand- 12 August, 11:30AM to 2PM 021 410 9915 something sweet when they chitect, Kobus Potgieter. The moment in time. Grand Arena, Grand West, 1 baai, Sand Bay, Hermanus R250 hand in their voucher at both opening event provides an Until 19 August Jakes Gerwel Dr, Goodwood 028 316 3988 Hudsons, Vredenheim Wine First Thursdays Cape Town the Shop at the Top and the opportunity for boat enthusi- SMITH Studio, 56 Church St, 075 973 85137 Estate, R310 Baden Powell First Thursdays Cape Town is Café. asts to view these collector’s CBD, Cape Town Steenberg Charity Trail Run Dr, Stellenbosch a free cultural experience 1 May to 30 September, pieces, with complimentary 021 422 0814 Fynbos Foraging Steenberg Estate hosts the 078 462 4769 where art galleries and other 8:30AM to 5PM wine, beverages and canapés Veld and Sea presents Fyn- 5th annual Steenberg Charity cultural attractions are open , Tafelberg being served. Potgieter has EVENTS bos Foraging, an introductory Trail Run, where participants Mushroom Foraging: Event 3 to the public on the first Road, off designed boats for the vari- half day forage and feasting run/walk a 5km or 10km to Veld and Sea presents Mush- Thursday of every month. The 021 424 8181 ous Navies, Coast Guards Winter Trail Run experience guided by raise funds for Mdzananda room Foraging, a winter forest night is as much about experi- and Special Operations units Dirtopia presents the Winter Roushanna and Gael Gray. Vet Clinic in Khaylitsha, a forage led by avid mushroom encing art and culture as it is Chocolate and around the world. Trail Run at Delvera Farm. Each individual class is differ- community project that cares hunter Justin Williams. Par- about exploring the city on Wine Pairing 3 to 31 August The Simonsberg trail system ent according to the season for sick and abandoned cats ticipants need to bring a bas- foot. Enjoy a romantic date with the Ground Art Caffe, 160 Strand is “one of the most spectacu- and availability in the gardens and dogs. Participants are ket, pocket/pen knife, rain 5PM to 9PM Groot Constantia Chocolate & St, , Cape Town lar” in Cape Town. The climbs and the bush. Participants ex- welcome to drop off pet items coat (weather permitting) and www.first-thursdays.co.za Wine Pairing includes 4 de- 083 469 0800 are rewarded with singletrack plore the gardens, discover in the donation box prior to outdoor-friendly shoes. Ticket lectable chocolates paired on various terrain and views and pick edible floral foods the start. All participants re- cost include notes, recipes, FAMILY FUN with 4 of their award winning Art Exhibition at Artscape of the winelands. All finishers and fresh organic vegetables, ceive a glass of Steenberg post-forage refreshments of wines. The Artscape Women’s Hu- receive a medal and there is a where they forage for indige- Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc at nourishing mushroom soup, Whale Watching Every day, 09:00 – 18:00 manity Arts Festival’s official lucky draw and prize giving to nous edibles, learn how to the finish and enjoy a free bread, aubergine and mush- Whale season begins in June Tasting Hall, Groot Constantia opening sees a solo art exhi- win wine from the area and sustainably harvest them, uti- wine tasting. A host of prizes room pate and warming herb- and continues until Novem- Wine state, Groot Constantia bition by sculptor Evette Wey- other prizes from Cape Storm lise them in the kitchen, grow sponsored by Adidas, Cape al tea. ber, so take your winter wool- Road. ers, entitled The Wonders of and Falke. them in the garden and some Waterfront Estates, Steen- 12 August, 9AM lies and get down to 021 7945128 the African Continent and the 12 August, 7AM of their medicinal properties. berg Hotel and Spa, Bistro R350 Hermanus to watch these Sea. The body of work is on R90 - R135 13 to 26 August, 10AM to Sixteen82 and Cathatrina’s [email protected] majestic creatures frolic in the Wine Tasting & Cellar Tour display for the duration of the Delvera Farm, on R44 about 2PM are up for grabs. coves of Walker Bay – it Enjoy a Wine Tasting at the festival. Weyers uses ancient 12 km from Stellenbosch R200 - R2000 12 August, 8AM to 11AM Artscape Women’s Humanity makes for an easy day trip or oldest wine producing estate images like the Egyptian 021 884 4752 Good Hope Gardens Nursery, R50 - R130 Arts Festival an ideal weekend getaway. in South Africa. Include a cel- Sphinx and the Mantis from Plateau Rd, , Steenberg Estate, Steenberg The 11th annual Artscape Wedged between the moun- lar tour with your wine tasting San folklore to create her own Lord of the Dance Workshop Cape Town Rd, Constantia Valley, Cape Women’s Humanity Arts Fes- tains and sea, Hermanus is a experience. Tours depart ev- personal mythology, born The Lord of the Dance Dan- [email protected] Town tival aims to provide a space bustling little fishing village ery hour, on the hour. Price from her experiences and in- gerous Games presents a 021 713 2211 and platform where grass- and a prime land-based includes a wine tasting of 5 sights. pop-up Michael Flatley Dance Hermanus Wine & Food Festival roots communities, women whale watching destination. Groot Constantia Wines and 2 to 31 August, 7AM to 10PM Academy Workshop. The Wine Village presents the an- 50 Coffees Ladies Tea and persons living with dis- June to November a Cellar Tour. Marble Extension Foyer, workshops are for everyone nual Hermanus Wine and 50 Coffees is a blog series abilities are given the oppor- Every day, 10:00 – 16:00 Artscape Theatre Centre, D.F. to enjoy, guests are dancers, Food Festival, the celebration that follows Fiftyloop founder tunity to feel celebrated and Cableway Kidz Season – 3 for Tasting Hall, Groot Constantia Malan St, Foreshore, Cape dance enthusiasts or simply that is consistently rated as Lucia Dramat as she inter- honoured. Each year the pro- the price of 1 Wine state, Groot Constantia Town want to experience the on- “one of South Africa’s Top Ten views dynamic South African gramme includes stage pro- Explore the natural beauty of Road. 021 410 9800 stage world. The hour-long Wine Festivals”. This event women over coffee. She has ductions, exhibitor stalls, Table Mountain with your chil- 021 7945128 workshops include a welcome supplies a vast collection of interviewed inspirational health screenings, entrepre- dren during the Cableway’s Distill Motion at SMITH Studio from the teachers followed by the country’s finest wine, such women like Alette Winckler, neurial workshops, legal Kidz Season, when two kids The Smith Studio presents Distill a chance to learn the Michael as Benguela Cove’s range, Leanne Dlamini and Jolene workshops, free legal coun- ride for free with an adult who The Two Oceans Aquarium Motion, a group art show fea- Flatley Dance steps onstage, craft beers, artisanal gin and Martin. This year 50 Coffees selling, a Humanity Walk and has purchased a return ticket. offers more than 3000 ani- turing Sepideh Mehraban, with a sneak peek behind the the quintessential bubbly Ladies Tea inspires women to a Humanity Lunch table. Your children can enjoy a day mals in 9 galleries, including a Emma Kielczynska, Karen scenes and a finish with a stand. faith, purpose and passion. 2 to 12 August of fun atop Table Mountain, as room full of eerily-lit jellyfish, Cronje and Madeline Groe- Q&A with members of the 11 to 12 August, Fri 3pm to The event include tea, coffee, Artscape Arena and Theatre, well as a kiddies’ treasure an underwater tunnel and the

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Tango Ensemble for Concert Series Celebrate Women’s Month with Wunderkind French trumpeter “silky tones and jazzy lines” for Friends’ soiree

Jazz in the Native Yards celebrates nal material. “It was clear right away lassical music fans can women’s month with almost all-wom- that we had the same vision after the look forward to The en band The Language of Being on first (meeting),” says Kelly. “We just Friends of Orchestral Mu- Sunday, August 13, from 4pm at Kwa clicked and knew we had something sic (FOM) presenting 18 Sec NY 138 no. 52, . worthwhile.” The band was soon Cyear old French trumpeter, Luci- The Language of Being is a contem- joined by saxophonist Georgie Jones enne Renaudin Vary, in a recital porary, African jazz project that fea- and bassist Grant Van Rooyen, adding with pianist Francois du Toit, in tures original compositions, along their soulful African blend to the mix. the coming weeks. with well-known African standards. Tenor player Matthew October joined The soiree, which will include The project incorporates elements of later and spiced up the sound with wine and canapés, will take place neo-soul, gospel and jazz, as well as his silky tone and jazzy lines. “The on August 21 at 6pm at the Table funk into their sound, creating their collaboration worked, and has given Bay Hotel in the Waterfront. To- own blend of African, jazz fusion. The The Language of Being their unique gether they will play works by De band started this year when drum- sound,” says Terryl. Falla, Rossini, Piazzolla and Arlen, mer/composer Terryl Bell approached The band is hoping to release their while Du Toit will also play Gersh- trombonist Kelly Bell and pianist debut album within the next year, win and Granados. Nobuhle Mazinyane to work on origi- along with planning a regional tour. Vary has already won a wealth of prizes in European competi- tions, and made her debut with the London Chamber Orchestra and Vladimir Ashkenazy earlier this year. She will return to Europe to await the release of her first CD, and perform with Paavo Järvi and the Philharmonia Orchestra in England.

Tickets are R350 ( for members of FOM) and are available through Artscape Dial-A-Seat on 021 421 7685. Inquiries about joining FOM should be made via www.fo- mct.com. The members of The Language of Being Lucienne Renaudin Vary will light up The Hotel

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Wednesdays 3PM to 8:30PM The African penguins in the Gate 1 (Visitors Centre): 90 nekus Road, Morning Star, 10AM to 8PM Cape Town This gourmet market is huge Saturdays 9AM to 2PM Penguin Exhibit are fed daily minute walks at 10:00, 11:00 Cape Town The Gallery, Koeberg Road, 021 713 2340 with more than 100 traders South Palms Centre, Tokai. at 11.30AM and 2.30PM. and 14:00 0845531556 and so there are lots of tasty (Next to Builders Warehouse, Dock Rd, V&A Waterfront, Gate 2 (Garden Centre): 90 021 551 2244 Saturday Market organic home baked and behind Bathrooms Bizarre) Cape Town minute walks at 11:00 Blo Karting City Farm home cooked treats and farm [email protected] 021 418 3823 | 021 418 3952 Saturday: Blo karting on the beach Markets Weekly farmers market offer- fresh produce on offer. [email protected] Gate 1 (Visitors Centre): 90 when it is too windy to sun- ing produce, breads, eggs & Saturdays 9AM to 2PM Slow Food Market in Stellen- minute walks at 10:00 bathe. Alphen Antiques and Collect- dairy products, plus artisanal Old Biscuit Mill, 373-375 Al- bosch World of Birds Gate 2 (Garden Centre): 90 Sunrise Beach car park, Sun- ables Fair foods. bert Road in Woodstock. This Stellenbosch market of- The largest bird park in Africa minute walks at 10:00 rise Beach, , A variety of items will be on Saturday 9AM to 2PM. www.neighbourgoodsmarket. fers a wide variety of goods with over 3000 birds including Rhodes Drive, Newlands Cape Town sale. Ample parking will be Granger Bay Blvd, V & A Wa- co.za and culinary treats numerous birds of prey, as 021 799 8783/73 083 658 8583 markt@blokart. provided and refreshments terfront, Cape Town, 8051 Saturdays 9AM to 2PM well as reptiles and monkeys. co.za will be on sale. 083 628 3426 Slow Food Market in Willow- Oude Libertas Wine Estate, Walk-through aviaries offer The Warrior Toy Museum 13 August, 10AM to 4PM bridge/Durbanville Stellenbosch. (Off Adam Tas the chance for close-up en- A permanent display of 4 000 Que Pasa Swing Time Alphen Community Centre The Saturday Market @ This stylish outdoors market R310 Road) counters with a variety of model cars, 500 dolls and Weekly lindy hop and swing Hall, Constantia Main Road. Vergenoegd in Willowbridge Shopping birds and animals. teddy bears, miniature dolls dance classes by Cape Town 084 626 7499 Alongside the market we Centre in Durbanville is a Woodmill Lifestyle Market in 9AM – 5PM daily houses and rooms, two fully Swing, an organization run by have other exciting events! great attraction for foodies of Stellenbosch Wildlife Sanctuary, Valley Rd, operating railroads, lead sol- local dancers, with a view to Milnerton Flea Market Saturday mornings will kick the Northern Suburbs. There The Indoor Market offers a Hout Bay, Cape Town dier displays, Meccano, ships growing swing dancing and Cape Town’s most diverse off at 08h00 with the are many stalls with delecta- wide variety of homemade 021 790 2730 www.worldof- and many other miscella- lindy hop in Cape Town. The outdoor market and famous Vergenoegd Family Breakfast ble international delicatessen, goods and culinary treats, life- birds.org.za neous toys and models. classes are about dancing so- landmark for bargain hunters! Run (or walk). A light bite will fresh organic bread and or- style products and live music.

11 August - 17 August 2017 www.48hours.co.za The Next 48hOURS 5 The Next 48hOURS • Movies & Guide

FILM: THE LOST CITY OF Z vanced civilisation that may have once CAST: Charlie Hunnam, Robert Pattin- inhabited the region. Despite being ridi- son, Sienna Miiller culed by the scientific establishment, who DIRECTOR: James Gray regard indigenous populations as “savag- es,” the determined Fawcett - supported This film tells the true story of British ex- by his devoted wife, son, and aide-de- plorer Percy Fawcett (Charlie Hunnam), camp - returns time and again to his be- who journeys into the Amazon at the loved jungle in an attempt to prove his dawn of the 20th century and discovers case, culminating in his mysterious disap- evidence of a previously unknown, ad- pearance in 1925.

Amy Schumer and Goldie Hawn in ‘Snatched’

FILM: SNATCHED Linda (Goldie Hawn) to travel with her CAST: Amy Schumer, Goldie Hawn to paradise. Polar opposites, Emily and DIRECTOR: Jonathan Levine Linda realize that working through their differences as mother and daughter - in After her boyfriend dumps her on the unpredictable, humorous fashion - is the eve of their exotic vacation, impetuous only way to escape the wildly outrageous dreamer Emily Middleton (Amy Schum- jungle adventure they have fallen into. Movies er) persuades her ultra-cautious mother,

Robert Pattinson and Charlie Hunnam in ‘The Lost City of Z’

LABIA Gardens Tel (021) 424 5927 Fri 11 – Thurs 17 Aug R50 (Subject to Concessions) www.thelabia.co.za Daily 12.15, 2.30, 6.00, 8.15pm Daily 1.45, 8.15pm (no 6.00pm Sun) (no 8.15pm Fri, Thurs) MY COUSIN RACHEL (13LSV) LOST CITY OF Z (13V)

Daily 2.30, 8.30pm Daily 12.00, 4.15pm Last Week: BABY DRIVER (16LV) THE RED TURTLE (PG) Daily 12.00, 6.00pm Daily 6.15pm (except Tues) Rachel Weisz in ‘My Cousin Rachel’ KROTOA (13SV, SUBTITLES) PARIS CAN WAIT (7-9PG) Daily 11.30am (except Sun) Daily 6.15pm FILM: My Cousin Rachel his beautiful cousin, believing that she BRIMSTONE (18SV) THIS BEAUTIFUL FANTASTIC (PG) CAST: Rachel Weisz, Sam Claflin murdered his guardian. But, he is conflict- DIRECTOR: Roger Michell ed as he finds himself falling under the Daily 8.15pm Daily 4.00pm beguiling spell of the mysterious woman’s (except Mon, Tues) ‘Kratoa’ VALERIAN AND THE CITY OF A THOUSAND A young Englishman plots revenge against charms. PLANETS (10-12PGV) CHURCHILL (7-9PG)

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Last Friday of the month, ample parking and refresh- ders, a sleight of hand magic performance by the Bootleg- women – a secular student; a Lord of the Dance: Dangerous Artscape Theatre, Artscape 5:30PM to 10PM ments are available. show where no two perfor- gers Blues Band, consisting tough-talking, scarf-wearing Games Theatre Centre, D.F. Malan Vredenburg Road, Stellen- Sunday 25 June, 10am-4pm mances are the same. The of six semi-professional musi- auntie; a Che-worshipping The show features cutting St, Foreshore, Cape Town bosch. Off Adam Tas R310 in Alphen Community Centre magicians’ secret world exists cians with decades of record- slam poetess; and a recently edge technology including a 082 828 8505 Devon Valley. Hall, Constantia Main Road behind locked doors, Light- ing and performing experi- married religious travel-agent giant Radiant flat screen that 0828283944 Des 0846267499 body offers audiences the ence between them. The – narrate their own lives, of- spans the width of the stage, The Mystery of Irma Vep key. Guests spend an eve- band currently features lead fering “vivid, affective, funny special effects lighting, danc- Charles Ludlam’s side-split- Bo Kaap Food and Craft Market MUSIC ning inside his mind, a place vocalist and harp player Terry and moving” personal stories ing robots and world champi- ting comedy explodes onto Tasty traditional foods includ- full of fading memories where Porter and Miss Marguerita that speak to race, faith and on acrobats. With outstanding the stage with outrageous ing samosas, curries, rotis, Night Gathers and now my Song strange impossibilities lurk. Freeks – who has years of belonging. young performers and new sets and costumes, plot turns bredies, koesisters, milk tart, Begins Each night the audience entertainment experience, a 8 to 12 August, 7PM music by Gerard Fahy, this and twists. A two-person biscuits, cakes, spices and Audivi Early Ensemble will be choose exactly which won- huge voice and a “scintillat- R80 latest iteration combines the spoof starring Jonathan Rox- more will be on sale. View old performing a programme with ders unfold, so no two perfor- ing” stage personality. Artscape Theatre, 1-10 D.F. best of tradition with all the mouth and Weslee Swain photo collections and chat to music ranging from Dufay to mances are the same. 12 August, 7.30PM Malan St, Foreshore, Cape excitement of new music and Lauder as the residents of the locals about their history. Saint-Saens. Winter Warming 3 to 19 August, 9PM Blah Blah Bar, 84 Kloof St Town dance. Mandacrest estate who meet A hands on samoosa folding Gluhwein, wine and juice will R120 – R140 (upstairs), Oranjezicht, Cape 021 421 7839 8 to 13 August, 8PM vampires, werwolves and demonstration will take place be available during interval. Alexander Bar and Cafe, 76 Town R255 - R540 mummies on a journey to the at 12:00. Entrance free. With 12 August, 7.30PM Strand St, CBD, Cape Town 082 349 8849 Otello – Fugard Bioscope GrandWest Casino and En- tombs of Egypt. fun activities for children. R80 – R100 021 300 1088 The Fugard Bioscope pres- tertainment World, 1 Jakes Until 19 August, 8PM First Saturday of each month, Erin Hall, Live Music Line-up at Nomad ents the live screening of The Gerwel Dr, Goodwood, Cape R100 - R180 10AM to 2PM [email protected] Music A’ La Carte Nomad presents a platform Royal Opera House’s produc- Town The Boorhaanol Centre, The Artscape Theatre pres- for local talents and bands to tion of Otello as part of their 011 759 7215 021 438 3301 Pentz Street. (Opposite the August Line-up at Alma Cafe ents Music A’ La Carte, a mu- showcase their music in a 2017 World Arts Season. Bo-Kaap Civic Centre) The Alma Cafe presents regu- sical journey showcasing line-up every Wednesday of World-famous tenor Jonas Kipper and the Queen Bee Two by Tenn Plays and Wine- 0726430054 lar evenings of live music by some of the most memorable the week. Kaufmann makes his role de- When Kipper and his friends Paired Dinner local musicians every week. and popular musicals from 8PM to 11PM but as Otello in Verdi’s retell- discover that the buzzing of The Vineyard Hotel and Abra- Durbanville Craft Market Mr Cat & the Jackal and the greatest musical theatre R60/R90 ing of Shakespeare’s tragedy the bees is disappearing, they hamse and Meyer Produc- Here you will find this true Taleswapper and Radio Kala- composers of all times. This NOMAD Bistro & Bar, 33 Wa- of jealousy, deception and also realise that they soon tions join forces to present craft market with lots of hand- hari Orkes (Pretoria) will be show, with its sounds of great terkant St, CBD, Cape Town murder. Soprano Maria have to say goodbye to their Two by Tenn, where theatre made arts and crafts. But you entertaining audiences this musical moments, is a trip 021 418 3020 Agresta is his Desdemona favourite foods. Kipper and lovers experience an evening will find great food stalls with week. down memory lane and a cel- and baritone Ludovic Tézier Wim decide to take action, the of two one-act plays by Ten- the basics like honey, olive oil 11 & 13 August, 7.30PM ebration of the magic of the Theatre his nemesis Iago in a new magical key starts to glow and nessee Williams performed or bread, there too. R190 – R270 incl. dinner musicals. production by Olivier Award- leads them to meet a sleepy between three courses of a First Saturday of the month, Alma Cafe, 20 Alma Rd, 12 August, 2.15PM/8PM At Her Feet winning director Keith War- Flower Fairy, a Queen Bee Thelema wine-paired dinner. 8:30AM to 2PM Rosebank, Cape Town R120 – R150 At Her Feet forms part of the ner. who seems to have a beard, a Ticket price includes the On the grounds of Rust and 021 685 7377 Artscape Theatre, Artscape 2017 Artscape Women’s Hu- 13 August 2017, 11AM monstrous smoking machine three-course wine-paired din- Vrede Estate in Durbanville. Theatre Centre, D.F. Malan manity Arts Festival and tells R100 that crashes through the for- ner and the two plays. Age Unique Wonders at Alexander St, Foreshore, Cape Town the experiences of four Mus- Fugard Bioscope, Fugard est and a treasure full of the restriction: 18SL. Alphen Antiques and Collect- Bar 021 421 7839 lim women in Cape Town Theatre, Cnr Caledon & Low- sweetest golden honey. Until 19 August, 7PM ables Fair Alexander Bar presents whose lives are touched by er Buitenkant St, , 11 to 28 August, R650 A variety of items will be on award-winning magician Stu- Bootleggers at Blah Blah Bar 9/11 and by the honour killing Cape Town 9.30AM/11AM Vineyard Hotel, sale. Entry is free, there is art Lightbody’s Unique Won- The Blah Blah Bar presents a of a Jordanian girl. These 021 461 4554 R55 – R70 021 657 4500

6 The Next 48hOURS www.48hours.co.za 11 August - 17 August 2017 The Next 48hOURS • Fooding Around Biblical and beautiful he Protea is our National tor, they can be stored for up to two Cinzano Bianco, until dissolved. Stir flower and the Pomegranate months. Although it is recommended in the pomegranate seeds. Refriger- Fooding around with is the National fruit in Xian that you don’t freeze the fruit whole, ate until chilled; about 2 hours. in China. I believe that many the seeds can be frozen. Fill glasses with crushed ice, top up Jenny Morris Tscholars debate whether the apple They are in the shops now, so go and with grapefruit quencher and garnish in the Garden of Eden was in fact a get some. the glasses with lots of fresh pome- pomegranate. granate seeds and a sprig of fresh The pomegranate is native from Let’s cook! mint. Iran to the Himalayas in northern © Jenny Morris 2017 All rights re- India and was cultivated and natu- Pomegranate and pink grapefruit served ralized over the whole Mediterranean quencher region since ancient times. I love this I like to add lots of fresh pomegran- Rosemary and Pomegranate cocktail biblical fruit; I love everyone one of ate seeds to the glass. I just love Serves 4-6 the little ruby jewels contained under to suck the pips clean; they are so its skin. These seeds are called arils swollen with juice and rich in anti- Ingredients for the syrup: and are what we eat either raw, or oxidants. • 2 cups warm water processed into pomegranate juice. It Serves 8-10 • 1 cup sugar is said that pomegranates are among • 4 large sprigs rosemary the healthiest fruits on earth. They Ingredients: are said to contain a range of benefi- • 1 cup sugar Ingredients for the cocktail: cial plant compounds, virtually un- • 2 cups gin • Slice of orange @jennymorrischef rivalled by other foods. Studies have • 3 cups fresh grapefruit juice • 2 cups freshly squeezed orange shown that they have incredible ben- • 3/4 cup fresh lime juice juice efits for your body, and may lower • 3/4 cup Cinzano Bianco • 1 long sprig fresh rosemary the risk of all sorts of diseases. • 1 cup pomegranate seeds • 1 cup rosemary syrup while the syrup cools. An average pomegranate yields • Crushed ice • 1 cup pomegranate seeds Add all the cocktail ingredients to a 3/4 cup seeds and 1/2 cup of juice. Pomegranate and pink grape- • Chilled soda to top up the glass- • 1 cup of anything white and large jug of crushed ice and top up When you go shopping for pome- fruit quencher es spirited like vodka, gin, white with sparkling mineral water. granates make sure that you choose • Extra fresh pomegranate seeds, rum or tequila To serve, pour into tall glasses filled them with a thin, yet tough unbro- to garnish with crushed ice, and top with a fresh ken skin. They should have a deep • Fresh mint, to garnish Method: sprig of rosemary red colour and be heavy for their about two weeks when you store To make the syrup, place all the size, as well as a crown that is free them in a cool, dry place. Make sure Method: ingredients in a saucepan and sim- © Jenny Morris 2017 All rights re- of mould. that this is out of direct sunlight. In a large jug, stir the sugar with the mer till reduced by a third; turn off served Pomegranates will stay fresh for If you keep them in the refrigera- gin, grapefruit juice, lime juice and the heat and let the rosemary infuse SA wineries to show off their best at Capegate this August

Wine lovers can taste over 100 wines Budget Beaters – Under R100 wines, from 25 different wineries at the Sweet Treats and The Diversity of Pi- Capegate Shopping Centre’s annual notage make up the rest of the pro- We Love Wine showcase on August gramme. 25 and 26. Participating producers include: The festival kicks off at 5pm on Badsberg, Bonfire Hill Wines, Bon- the Friday evening and at 1pm on nievale Wines, Deux Freres Wines, Saturday afternoon. Devonvale Golf & Wine Estate, Front “This wine event has become a Row Wines, Fryer’s Cove Winery, must-do for Northern Suburbs wine Haute Espoir, Imbuku Wines, Kingna fans and we always aim to bring pro- Distillery, MWS - Montagu Wine & ducers from all over South Africa’s Spirits, Overhex Wines, Louisvale, Or- winelands to our area,” says Cape- ange River Wines, Perdeberg Wines, gate Marketing Manager, Amanda Peter Bayley Wines, Roger Clayton McCarthy. Wines, Ruitersvlei, Stellenbosch Hills, “It’s not just about tasting and The Fledge & Co, Triple Three Gin, buying wine directly from the pro- Villiersdorp Cellar, Winkelshoek Cellar ducers, but the Cape Wine Academy and Yonder Hill Wines. will present their free educational wine theatre experiences over the 2 Tickets are R75 each from Com- days as well,” adds McCarthy. puticket or R90 at the door. The The wine theatre will present win- ticket price includes the tast- ery-linked tastings like Perdeberg’s ings, a branded glass and free Barrels & Hops tasting, the Orange entry to the CWA Theatre. River Cellar’s Create your own wine Visit the Capegate Facebook page Cocktails and Nibbles and Wine by for updates, or consult www. Overhex Wines and Montagu Dried capegatecentre.co.za. Fruit and Nuts. Themed tastings like

Sample a taste from over 100 wines

11 August - 17 August 2017 www.48hours.co.za The Next 48hOURS 7 The Next 48hOURS • The Back Page GrandWest gears up for the Soak up the rugby season “gees” at Boktown

ot everyone can get to Lord of the Dance the stadium to watch the Springboks, but Boktown GrandWest is gearing up to host the cluding a giant flat screen that spans is a place where the most exuberant Michael Flatley when he the width of the stage, special effects passionateN South African supporters ventures to Cape Town this month to lighting, dancing robots and world congregate for a “uniquely Spring- perform for his local fans for the first champion acrobats. bok Supporters experience”. Rugby time. Based on the reviews of Flat- With some of the world’s most is not unlike a religion to many in ley’s tour to Johannesburg in 2015, outstanding young performers, di- South Africa and Boktown is “the GrandWest expects the spectacular rected by Flatley and new music by church” at which the wearers of new staging of Flatley’s traditional composer Gerard Fahy, this latest it- Green and Gold go to worship their show, ‘Lord of the Dance: Danger- eration combines “the best of tradi- rugby heroes. ous Games’, to be a sellout success. tion with all the excitement of new You will find many of your The production will be staged at the music and dance.” Springbok and South African leg- Watch out for Bokkie, the official Springbok mascot Grand Arena from August 8 to 13. ends at Boktown, supporting the “We are thrilled to be part of Tickets, ranging in price from current generation of Springboks. fun for the kids, drink specials, food, Springbok fixtures: bringing Michael Flatley to his Cape R365 to R540, are on sale at Big You will get to chat to them and bars, DJ’s, dancing, sponsor givea- • August 19: Springboks v Argentina Town fans for the first time. This is a Concerts and Computicket. mingle, but mostly you’ll get to ways and competitions. – Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium, Port not to be missed audiovisual treat,” party, as only Springbok supporters There is always a visit from Bok- Elizabeth says Elouise Matthys, the PR and Pro- know how. kie – the official Springbok mascot • September 30: Springboks v Aus- motions Manager at GrandWest. Boktown, presented by the offi- – and part of the experience is being tralia – Toyota Stadium, Bloemfontein Although Flatley may not have cial Springbok Supporters’ Club, cre- able to formally engage with select • October 7: Springboks v New Zea- performed live in Cape Town, he is ates a unique experience that goes South African Rugby Legends in a land – DHL Newlands Rugby Sta- globally known for his innovative beyond the 80 minutes of on-field structured “Q&A” session before and dium, Cape Town choreography and performance at action. This rugby place-of-worship after the game. the ‘1994 Eurovision’, as well as his gives South African rugby lovers The Springbok Supporters’ Club For more venue information, hit shows ‘Lord of the Dance’, ‘Feet the best alternative to being at the will host Boktown for the Castle or to join the official Springbok of Flames’ and ‘Celtic Tiger’. game. Fans watch the test live on Lager Rugby Championships for the Supporters Club, visit www. With all the precision and thrills the big screens but the entertain- first time ever at the River Club Slug springboksupporter.co.za, or of the original, ‘Lord of the Dance: ment starts long before the first and Lettuce in Cape Town. Boktown follow on Facebook, Twitter and Dangerous Games’ boasts new stag- whistle and continues long after the opens two hours before kick-off, so Instagram. Share your photos ing, “dazzling costumes and breath- final whistle. get there early to secure your seat and use the hashtag #LoveRugby taking choreography”. The show also Michael Flatley’s iconic fran- It’s a Springbok rugby supporters’ and enjoy the “gees” (spirit) and ac- and #Boktown to show your features cutting edge technology in- chise is in Cape Town dream experience that also speaks to tion with your friends, family and support. the entire family. There’s interactive neighbours. “Oscars of the hotel world” crown their winners

The Distell Inter Hotel Challenge has from “Belmond Mount Nelson” become a red-letter annual event Lancewood Best Dessert: Andile on the hotel industry calendar. 2017 Ndlovu from “Hartford House” marks the fifth anniversary of this ini- Best Presentation: Litha Salimani tiative, a first in South Africa and a from “Southern Sun Waterfront” first internationally. ‘Scanpan Excellent Kitchen Practice’ Described as a defining event for Award: Andile Ndlovu from “Hartford the hospitality industry in South Af- House” rica, the success of the Challenge has Best Bread Baker: Togara Mabharani seen it labeled as the “Oscars of the from “Belmond Mount Nelson” hotel world”. Although a competition Showcook ‘Man of the Match’: Shaun that provides glitz and glamour, the Munro from “Southern Sun Elangeni true role is serious and deep-rooted & Maharani” - providing a vehicle and a public Best Team: “NH The Lord Charles” platform for creating an environment and “The Twelve Apostles Hotel & of mentorship for the country’s hos- Spa” pitality industry. The winners of the fifth annual To celebrate the fifth anniversary, Distell Inter Hotel Challenge were an- British Airways will be flying the win- nounced at a glittering gala awards ning Executive Chef Tony Kocke, dinner on Saturday, August 5, at the Beverly Hills to spend a weekend at Southern Sun Cape Sun. Attended The Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa. were Richard Rushton (MD Distell) and Volker Heiden (Area Vice Presi- Winners in the Wine Steward Cat- dent, Protea Hotels of Marriott Inter- egory: national), the cream of South Africa’s Best Wine Steward 2017: Michelle hoteliers, chefs, sommeliers and vint- Swart from “NH The Lord Charles” ners as well as top companies that representing Allesverloren & Van supply the hospitality industry. Ryn’s The initiative, championed by ‘Most Promising’ Wine Steward: Distell, is hotly contested as hotels Nkululeko Khohlokoane from the around South Africa present their “Cape Town International Conven- protégés. The candidates compete in tion Centre” representing Pongrácz different categories over a period of and Monis. months culminating in a glittering ‘Most Up & Coming’ Wine Steward: gala event where the winners of the (‘The Wonga Prize’): Marie Manyoha Challenge are announced. from “The Palace at the Lost City’ representing Fleur du Cap and Black Winners in the Chef Categories: Bottle Best Chef 2017: Eugene Ramcharan from “Beverly Hills” Apart from receiving sought after Best Chef 1st Runner Up: Gizelle Els prizes, the winning candidates use from “NH The Lord Charles” this spotlight to springboard into the Best Chef 2nd Runner Up: Samkelo industry. Most candidates go on to Hlophe from “One&Only, Cape Town” take on jobs that fast-track them into Most Promising Chef 2017: Sive key positions in hotels, safari lodges, Godena from “Cape Town Interna- restaurants and other parts of South tional Convention Centre” Africa’s hospitality industry. Some go Best Starter: Nicholas Freitas from on to successful careers internation- “The Palazzo” ally, becoming ambassadors for our Best Main Course: Marcas Hendry hospitality industry.

8 The Next 48hOURS www.48hours.co.za 11 August - 17 August 2017