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Category: Gallery
Feast your eyes: Visual Arts at the Woordfees
The Toyota Stellenbosch Woordfees Visual Arts Programme opened on 11 October. In collaboration with Strauss & Co and RESERVOIR, the exhibitions and art auction are a true feast for the eyes. SU Museum: View the work of our festival artists, Xhanti Zwelendaba and Benjamin Stanwix, daily from 09:00 to 18:00. Stadsaal: The Toyota Stellenbosch […]
FLASHBACK | The festival in photos | 2024
We crossed the finish line and concluded a wonderful festival. Enjoy a look back on the playfulnes, joy, variety and flair captured during the flora season. And now for the rest of spring – go out and play! We will see you in 2025 from 11 to 19 October. A big thank you to all […]
Galery: RSG/ATKV-vierkant | 2025
The RSG/ATKV Square was a highlight at the 2025 Toyota Stellenbosch Woordfees. A lively space at the SU Museum connecting stories, music, and people. In the mornings, ,Lalla Lees treated young listeners to storytime, Jak de Priester performed daily and hosted his talk show, and RSG broadcasted live from the square with popular programmes such […]
Galery: Toyota Musiekfees | Opelugkonserte 2025
Come SHARE in the rhythm of the open-air concerts. The Toyota Music Festival once again brought the Jan Marais Nature Reserve to life — with enchanting music and feet that just couldn’t stay still. We kicked off with the legendary Soweto String Quartet and the ULTRASONIC performance, followed by pop star Will Linley. Local spirit […]
Gallery: Langtafel 2025
Photographer: Nanette Evenhuis Food and wine The beloved Langtafel is not just a convivial feast – it’s the official launch of the Toyota Stellenbosch Woordfees, a spring celebration featuring a truly South African culinary journey. Once again, the Long Table was set beneath the oaks among the beautiful old buildings in the festival hub on […]
Gallery: Netwerk24 at the 2025 Woordfees
Netwerk24: ‘Die onderhoud met Mia Spies’ Mia Spies, multimedia journalist and TV presenter, spoke with prominent figures and opinion leaders including Thuli Madonsela, Whitey Basson, Bertus Basson, Leon Schreiber and Sandra Prinsloo. ‘Die onderhoud’ with Bertus Basson ‘Die onderhoud’ with Whitey Basson ‘Die onderhoud’ with Thuli Madonsele ‘Die onderhoud’ with Leon Schreiber ‘Die onderhoud’ with […]
Gallery: Spier Theatre at the 2025 Woordfees
The Spier Theatre programme at the 2025 Toyota Stellenbosch Woordfees featured standouts, showstoppers and shining performances. From gripping dramas exploring family, romance and social challenges, to forgotten histories given voice and audience, the past reimagined and piercing through to the present along with side-splitting comedy and searing commentary.Theatre is emotion captured in text, dialogue, monologue […]
Gallery: Stellenbosch University at Woordfees 2025
Student Discussions At the SU Conservatorium Amphitheatre, students came together to talk about issues that affect them: How do we share the campus and make it a space where everyone feels at home? How do we share in each other’s joys and challenges — from mental health and the pressures of persuing success? Is “balance” […]
Gallery: Toyota Music Festival | Contemporary Music 2025
The Toyota Music Festival thrilled contemporary music lovers with jazz, pop, rock, rap, and cabaret featuring unforgettable performances by Amanda Strydom, Deon Meiring, Baljaar: SA Hits, Boys R Back, Luna Paige, Karen Zoid, and many more. A festival of sounds, stories, and talent that made the hearts of festivalgoers sing. It was also the grand […]
Gallery: Woordtrofees 2024
Enjoy a sneak peek of the colorful and playful Woordtrofees awards night. Once again, congratulations to the winners and nominees. And thank you to everyone who played a part in a wonderful celebration. Photographer: Liesl Steenkamp Click here for the winners list. See you next year, from October 11 to 19, at the Toyota Stellenbosch […]
Gallery: Woordtrofees 2025
The Woordtrofees celebrates artists who bring outstanding work to the Toyota Stellenbosch Woordfees. Enjoy a peek at the vibrant awards evening. Once again, congratulations to the winners and nominees. And thank you to everyone who played a role in a thrilling festival. This year’s winners brought sparkle and spirit to the occasion. Photographer: Nanette Evenhuis […]