Origin Fridays
The Origin, 9 Clark Road, Umbilo - 30 Jul 2010
Don’t miss Origin’s legendary Friday night parties, featuring four Djs mixing sick beats playing across four dance floors. The doors open at 9pm. The cover charge is R40 for ladies and R80 for guys. For more information, call 071 210 3720, e-mail dax.tucker@gmail.com or visit www.theorigin.co.za.
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Red Bull Box Cart Race 2010
Soweto - 24 Sep 2010
The 4th Red Bull Box Cart Race is taking place on Heritage Day, Friday 24 September in Soweto. Anyone may enter online at www.redbullboxcartrace.co.za or call 0800 700 600 to have an entry kit sent in the post. Each entry kit will contain a pre-paid, self-addressed envelope that will allow entrants to return their completed entry to Red Bull. Entries close on 2 July. Red Bull will select 70 teams for the race. All successful entrants will be notified by 8 July. Entrance is free.
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Mpumalanga Fashion Week
White River - 01 Sep 2010
Mpumalanga Fashion Week showcases local, national and African designers and gives local artists a platform to showcase their work. For more information, visit www.mfweek.co.za.
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Oppikoppi Festival
Oppikoppi Farm, Northam - 06 Aug 2010
This year, the Oppikoppi Festival will feature 70 artists on four different stages from 6 to 8 August 2010.
Showcasing top international and local artists including The Mojomatics (Italy), Lucky Fonz III (NL), The Rootsriders (NL), Gemma Ray (UK), Albert Frost & Vusi Mahlasela, BLK JKS, Die Heuwels Fantasties, Gang of Instrumentals, Jack Parow, New Holland, Prime Circle, Taxi Violence, Yesterday's Pupil, Zebra & Giraffe, Flash Republic, Killer Robot and many more.
Tickets cost R450 and can be purchased at www.ticketbreak.co.za. For more information e-mail tessm@oppikoppi.co.za or visit www.oppikoppi.co.za.
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Jeff Dunham Live In South Africa
Sun City Superbowl - 18 Sep 2010
Jeff Dunham, best known for his ventriloquist character ‘Achmed the Dead Terrorist’, has won millions of fans with characters that are politically incorrect, insulting and hilarious. Witness why Jeff Dunham is the top-grossing stand-up act in North America when he tours South Africa in September. The show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets cost between R225 and R556 per person. Bookings can be made through Computicket.
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Halfmens Rockfest 2010
N7, Mesklip, Springbok - 24 Sep 2010
Some of the best bands in SA will be performing at this hardcore rock and blues festival. The festival starts from 10am until 8pm daily. Tickets cost between R150 (Saturday) to R200 (weekend pass). Camping costs R50 per day. Tickets available at Computicket.
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Le Grand Cirque Fantazie
The Johannesburg Theatre, Braamfontein - 14 Jul 2010
The Johannesburg Theatre presents an exclusive four-week show of Le Grand Cirque Fantazie in association with M-Net and Classic FM, featuring an international cast of 50 world champion acrobats and performers from more than 15 countries.
This award-winning spectacle will take your breath away with dynamic lighting and some of the greatest international talent assembled on one stage. Tickets cost R186 each and are available through Computicket. For more details call 011 340 8000 or visit www.showbusiness.co.za.
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Innibos Kunstefees
Nelspruit - 23 Sep 2010
This popular Afrikaans festival features an array of top South African artists including Arno Carstens, Prime Circle, Taxi Violence, Tidal Waves, Heinz Winckler, Dr. Victor and The Rasta Rebels, Mango Groove and Van Coke Kartel. For programme details and more information, call 013 741 5294/5 or visit www.innibos.co.za.
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31st Durban International Film Festival
Durban - 22 Jul 2010
The 31st Durban International Film Festival's will present more than 200 screenings of films from around the world, with a focus on films from South Africa and Africa.
The festival takes place from 22 July to 1 August 2010, showing at venues throughout Durban, including the townships where cinemas are non-existent. The festival also offers an extensive seminar and workshop programme, featuring local and international filmmakers and the return of Talent Campus Durban.
For more information visit www.cca.ukzn.ac.za, e-mail diff@ukzn.ac.za or call 031 260 2506.
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Cape Town Book Fair
Cape Town International Convention Centre - 31 Jul 2010
Don’t miss this year’s Cape Town Book Fair, brought to you by the Publishers’ Association of South Africa and the Frankfurt Book Fair. The theme of the fair is ‘Where the Story Begins’. Archbishop Desmond Tutu and Nobel Peace Laureate Wole Soyinka will open the event. Tickets are R60 per day for adults or R25 for students and pensioners. For more information, visit www.capetownbookfair.com.
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Robertson Slow
Robertson - 06 Aug 2010
Robertson Slow is only 90 minutes drive from Cape Town. Experience wine-tastings and dinners in the homes of the local wine-making families, learn how to make your own salami, master the art of pairing wine with food, discover the fine art of cheese-making and much more. For more information on Robertson Slow, as well as booking details, visit www.robertsonslow.com, call 023 626 3167 or e-mail manager@robertsonwinevalley.com.
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Verdi's La Traviata
South African State Theatre - 22 Jul 2010
Theater Erfurt (Germany) will be bringing its production of Giuseppe Verdi’s popular opera of La Traviata to Pretoria, featuring international singers, conductors and directors. The concert starts at 8pm. Tickets range between R50 and R300 and are available through Computicket. For more information, call 012 392 4000 or visit www.statetheatre.co.za.
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Just Jinjer
Barnyard Menlyn - 25 Jul 2010
Just Jinjer is happy to announce their first national tour since being back in South Africa. Fans attending the Barnyard shows will be the first to hear the band’s brand new songs. The doors open at 6.30pm and the show starts at 8.30pm. Tickets cost R150. For more details, call 012 368 1555, e-mail menlyn1@barnyardtheatres.co.za or visit www.barnyardtheatres.co.za.
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International Fashion Sale
Coca Cola Dome - 29 Jul 2010
The International Fashion Sale, now in its 14th year, will be hosting a range of style workshops to address wardrobe issues that women face everyday. The workshops zoom in on women as individuals and help them understand the concept of inner beauty. The workshops start at 7pm on Thursday and Friday and at 4pm on both Saturday and Sunday.
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Exclusive Books Winter Sale
Lucky Bean, 167th Street, Melville - 29 Jul 2010
The Exclusive Books Winter Sale is on from 29 July until the end of August. There will be stacks of quality reads at exceptionally low prices. The sale will run from 12pm until 4pm.
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Gemma Ray
Oppikoppi Festival, Northam - 07 Aug 2010
Cocktail Records is pleased to announce an SA tour by award-winning UK songstress Gemma Ray. Gemma will be performing at Oppikoppi as well as in most major cities. She will also host a free workshop for local aspiring singer and songwriters and will be recording tracks with some local South African talent for her next album. Gemma will be supported by local group, Ramblin’ Bones. Other special guests at select shows include Laurie Levine, Shannon Hope and The Car.
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Vodacom Durban July
Greyville Racecourse - 31 Jul 2010
The annual Durban July is South Africa’s equivalent of the Royal Ascot in the UK, with 56,000 people expected to attend Greyville. This premier horseracing event is one of the most talked about social gatherings among racing enthusiasts - showcasing superb thoroughbreds, high fashion and fine cuisine. For more information, call 031 764 3017, e-mail dave@gameplanmedia.co.za or visit www.vodacomdurbanjuly.co.za.
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Muse
Wembley Stadium - 10 Sep 2010
Muse has announced their UK tour dates for 2010, including two massive shows at the Wembley Stadium on 10 and 11 September. Tickets range between £45 and £60. To purchase tickets, click here. For more information, call +44 (0) 844 980 8001 or visit www.londondrum.co.uk.
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Electrocise: XXXL Bass
Ivy League - 30 Jul 2010
Dank, Funafuji, JDLQuake, Malone, Microstripe and Half-Life will be wrecking the decks this weekend. The cover charge is R20 before 10pm or R40 thereafter. For more information, e-mail info@electrocise.co.za or visit www.ivy-league.co.za.
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Reburn & Heldervue
The Purple Turtle - 30 Jul 2010
Head to The Purple Turtle for indie rock night. The line-up includes Reburn, Heldervue and Down on The First. The doors open at 8pm and R40 gets you in. For more details, call 021 424 0811, e-mail events@thepurpleturtle.co.za or visit www.thepurpleturtle.co.za.
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Broke Guy a.k.a. Bruce Willis, George Daniel & The Suspect
Mystic Boer, Stellenbosch - 30 Jul 2010
Bruce Willis, George Daniel & The Suspect will be jamming at the Mystic Boer. The gig starts at 9pm. For more details, call 021 886 8870.
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Discotheque
The Assembly - 30 Jul 2010
This Friday at The Assembly, catch Enough Weapons, Battle Beyond the Stars, Richard the Third, Bruce Willis and Kennedy. The doors open at 9pm. The cover charge is R50. Call 021 465 7286, e-mail info@theassembly.co.za or visit www.theassembly.co.za for more information.
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Daring Doccie Film Festival
Daring Doccie Film Festival - 29 Jul 2010
This Cape Town Film Festival brings together a range of important award-winning and acclaimed documentary films. The line-up touches on everything from Mugabe, social issues, money and religion to the world’s addiction to oil, the USA’s spiraling debt and Norwegian Black Metal. For times and more information, call 021 424 5927 or visit www.flamedrop.com/daringdoccies.
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7th Son & Fire Through The Window
7th Son & Fire Through The Window - 31 Jul 2010
Music Revolution in association with Blizzards presents 7th Son, Fire Through The Window and Tailor Hill. The gig starts at 8pm. Call 021 975 6082 or e-mail blizzard1@telkomsa.net.
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Hybrid Sapiens
Rhino Room - 31 Jul 2010
Celebrate the Launch of Hybrid Sapiens, a label dedicated to exposing the experimental side of trance. Catch Snitch (On a Break Records), Organik Panic (Hybrid Sapiens/Rhino Room/The Village/U.M.S), John Vicious (Psynopticz/Tekno Tribe/Hybrid Sapiens) and Soundproof (The Village/Hybrid Sapiens). The cover charge is R20 before 11pm or R30 thereafter. For more details, call 072 184 1000/072 491 8636 or e-mail organickpanick@gmail.com/xatrik@gmail.com.
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The Fashion Affair
15 On Orange Hotel, Gardens - 31 Jul 2010
The Fashion Affair Designer Rail Sale features local and international designer wear at discounted prices. The sale runs from 12pm until 8pm. Participating international design labels include Tru Religion, 7 for All Mankind, Lipsy (London), Pink Mink (Australia), Cosabella (Italy), Fornarina (Italy), Lalesso and Petit Pois (Paris). Local South African designers include Finger, Two, Cindy Bam Couture (bridal and evening wear), Donna Viva D and Style It Accessories. Each guest will be served with a complimentary glass of champagne on arrival and wine and snacks will be available throughout the afternoon. Entrance is R50. For more details, call 083 358 1496 or e-mail lauramatthews6@gmail.com
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46664 Its No Joke
Grand Arena, Grand West Casino and Entertainment World - 01 Aug 2010
Proudly supported by GrandWest CSI and in association with 94.5 KFM, Real Concerts presents 46664 It’s No Joke. The MC, Darren ‘Whackhead’ Simpson will once again take to the stage with some of South Africa’s top comedians to support the 46664 campaign. The line-up includes Barry Hilton, Chris Forrest, David Kau, John Vlismas, Marc Lottering, Ndumiso Lindi, Nik Rabinowitz, Riaad Moosa, Trevor Noah and Tumi Morake. Tickets cost R150 and are available through Computicket. For more information, call 011 482 3550.
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Mark Palmers The Best Medicine
On Broadway - 03 Aug 2010
Stand-up comedian Mark Palmer wants to heal all with his Best Medicine show at On Broadway. From the perils of married life, babysitting other people’s kids, teenagers, airport madness, the advances of technology and general social commentary on life, this is a show not to be missed. Tickets cost R65. The show begins at 8.30pm. For theatre bookings and dinner reservations, call 021 424 1194/5 or visit www.onbroadway.co.za. Theatre bookings are now available through Computicket.
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reGeneration2 Tomorrows Photographers Today
Michaelis Galleries - 27 Jul 2010
The Gordon Institute for Performing and Creative Arts (GIPCA) is hosting reGeneration2 – Tomorrow’s Photographers Today at UCT’s Michaelis Galleries. The exhibition features the work of 80 up-and-coming photographers from 25 countries. Entrance is free and the galleries are open from 10am until 3pm from Tuesdays to Fridays and from 10am until 12pm on Saturdays. The showcase will run until 3 September 2010. For more information, visit www.gipca.uct.ac.za, e-mail Nadja.daehnke@uct.ac.za or contact Nadja Daehnke on 021 480 7170/082 316 5272.
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Mark Stent
Stones Edenvale - 30 Jul 2010
Flexual Records and Soundfactory, in association with Rock Hard Weekend and Black Flys, presents house, jacking, commercial and tech beats from 30 DJs. The line-up features Mark Stent, Jimmy Jude (NYC), Ricardo Da Costa, Roger D’lux, Lyle Masters, Dizzy, Ami-Lectrix and many more. The cover charge is R60 before 9pm or R70 thereafter. For more details, call 011 609 5437.
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Josie Field & Veraz Live
Trotters Pub - 30 Jul 2010
Don’t miss singer/songwriters Josie Field and Veraz live at Trotters Pub. Entrance is R40. For more information, call 082 809 4940 or e-mail max@josiefield.co.za.
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Jacks of Trade
Jet - 30 Jul 2010
Jacks of Trade will feature two dance floors playing only commercial, old school and fidget tracks. The line-up includes DJs Phaze, Adam Wags, Sir Scully, Ami Lectrix, Royal K and Jacks of Trade duo Peter Booth and Dirty K. The cover charge is R40 for ladies and R60 for gents. For more details, call 082 450 6094, e-mail adrian@myjet.co.za or visit www.myjet.co.za.
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Teknotibe
Groove Bar - 31 Jul 2010
Groove Bar is celebrating its seventh birthday with a massive party, featuring Dave The Drummer (Hydraulix), Nick Grater, Seb Otage, Andre Frauenstein, John Vicious, Nev Tier and Emma X. The doors open at 9pm. Cover charge is R120. For more details, call 011 315 8377 or e-mail info@groovebar.co.za.
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Louise Carver
Louise Carver - 31 Jul 2010
Cape Town’s Louise Carver will be in town for one night only. The doors open at 7pm and the cover charge is R100. For bookings and more details, call 082 855 5445, e-mail grant@tanzcafe.co.za or visit www.tanzcafe.co.za.
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SAs Big Day Out Music Festival
Green Hills Golfing Range - 31 Jul 2010
SA’s Big Day Out will be the biggest rock/metal event Edenvale has seen with over 30 bands from all over SA, as well as top DJs and loads of other entertainment. Expect beer tents, food stalls, fashion, extreme sports, fire dancers, tattoos, bull rides and much more. Tickets cost R50 for general entrance or R100 for VIP access. For more information, call Chris Richards on 072 703 8261 or e-mail savageshows@hotmail.com.
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Just Jinjer Barnyard Tour
Barnyard Broadacres - 01 Aug 2010
Fans will get the chance to hear Just Jinjer’s brand new songs live at Barnyard Theatres nationwide. Catch them this weekend in Johannesburg; starting at 8pm. Tickets cost R150. To book, call 011 467 6983 or visit www.barnyardtheatres.co.za. For more information, visit www.justjinjer.com.
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Soul Sessions: Black Coffee
News Caf, Moreleta Plaza, Moreleta Park - 01 Aug 2010
Head down to News Café and catch a perfect Sunday soul session with Black Coffee. Entrance is free. For more details, call 012 993 4214 or e-mail newscafemoreletapark@gmail.com.
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The Peroni Winter Wonderland
Si Si Restaurant, Rivonia - 07 Aug 2010
The Si Si Restauarant in Rivonia will be hosting the Peroni Winter Wonderland party, featuring DJ Lindi Lush, ice sculptures, the Peroni ladies and an evening of wood fired pizzas. There will also be prizes from ghd, Peroni, Lavazza, Cross Creations and Studio Seven Gyms for the best dressed. The dress code is white. For more information, call 011 023 4725 or 082 720 7787.
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Rhythms On The Square With Timothy Moloi
Sandton Square - 07 Aug 2010
Timothy Moloi will be performing a free concert at Sandton Square to celebrate Women’s Day. He will play songs from his debut album Love That Music, as well as a few covers of his favourite international songs. The concert will take place from 12.30pm until 2.30pm.
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Womens Day Celebration
Sugar, Corner of Witkoppen & Main Road, Fourways - 08 Aug 2010
Sugar brings you another Women’s Day celebration with three explosive dance floors, featuring DJs Guy Herman, Ricardo Da Costa, Vimo, Kabz, Sculley, Royal K, Peter Booth and Shane Young. The doors open at 1pm and entrance is free before 3.30pm. For more information, e-mail senditpress@gmail.com.
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Thriller Live
The Teatro at Montecasino, Fourways - 10 Aug 2010
Thriller Live is a spectacular musical celebrating the career of Michael Jackson and the Jackson 5. Expect multi-media effects and dazzling choreography by the show’s award-winning director Gary Lloyd (who has previously worked with artists including Leona Lewis, Will Young, Robbie Williams, Kelly Clarkson and Girls Aloud), plus additional choreography by five-time MTV award-winning LaVelle Smith Jnr. Tickets range between R100 and R315 and are available through Computicket. For more information, visit www.thrillerlive.com.
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Vodacom Durban July Afterparty
DLI, Greyville Race Course - 31 Jul 2010
G&G Productions is proud to present the Official 5FM Durban July Afterparty. The line-up includes DJ Fresh, Roger Goode, Gareth Cliff, Fix, Household Funk, Goodluck, Justin Miller, Gareth Devore, Dino Moran, SK9, Vumar, Spindoctor and DJ Blair. The party starts at 7pm after last race. Tickets cost R180 and are available through Computicket. For more information, call 082 899 0103, e-mail lance@gandgpro.com or visit www.gandgpro.com.
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Durbans Playground
Sasha Nightclub - 31 Jul 2010
Top national and local DJs will set the dance floor on fire with deep dance grooves this weekend. The line-up includes Lady Lea, Funky G, Steve Roots, Rowan Clelland, Blayn and Marshall West. The party starts from 8pm. The cover charge is R50 before 9pm or R100 thereafter. For more details, call 031 312 9255, e-mail bryan@sashanightclub.com or visit www.sashanightclub.com.
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Barry Hilton: Armchair Funnies
Vodacom Amphitheatre Boardwalk Casino, Port Elizabeth - 05 Aug 2010
Catch Barry Hilton live and support the Cerebral Palsy Association. One ticket holder will win a weekend away for two to Kuzuko Lodge to the value of R10 000. The show starts at 7pm. Tickets cost R80 and are available through Computicket.
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Trevor Noah - The Daywalker
Port Elizabeth - 24 Sep 2010
Don’t miss Trevor Noah’s critically acclaimed, one-man comedy show. The doors open at 7.15pm and the show starts at 8pm. Tickets cost R150. For bookings, visit Computicket.
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