2 – 10 OCT 2027
Supported by Jonathan Ball Publishers Come meet the creative team behindBobBob die robo-meerkat when Bernard de Jager, the illustrator, and Heléne de Clercq, the co-author, take learners on a playful journey of stories and images. They show how ideas develop from imagination to book, and how words and illustrations work together to bring stories to […]
2026 Soil and Grassfollows three traditional artisans in KwaZulu-Natal: a wire basket maker; a potter; and a palm weaver, whose practices move between rural heritage and urban adaptation. As materials are collected, transformed, and re-created, the film traces how knowledge persists in the midst of displacement. Interwoven with a personal story of departure and return, […]
With Winelands Philharmonic Orchestra, Reghardt Kühn (conductor), Féroll-Jon Davids(clarinet) Three contrasting works are brought to life by a full orchestra, exploring shifting states of light and shadow. The Noon Witch by Antonín Dvořák offers a dramatic narrative rooted in folklore, while Kristi Boonzaaier’s Clarinet Concertino traces the awakening of a forest from early morning into […]
Frank Kilbourn, Executive Chairman of Strauss & Co, shares his love for and extensive knowledge of art in a walkabout through the curated exhibition, Anything but Static: A Sselection of Modern and Contemporary Still Life – including artworks from the upcoming Strauss & Co flagship auctions. 8 OCT 17:00-18:00Oude LeeskamerR130 | R150 at the door
2007 Writer and journalist Rian Malan is talked into performing with his band, Radio Kalahari Orkes, at the biggest entertainment event on the Soweto calendar – the Soweto Beach Party … but that’s just the subplot! 22 min
With Zanne Stapelberg(voice), James Grace(guitar) This highly intimate Spanish classical music production brings together two master interpreters whose passion and sensitivity leaves audiences spellbound and profoundly moved. Renowned for their extraordinary chemistry, these consumate storytellers explore a breathtaking repertoire featuring South American and Spanish music. Expect to hear song cycles by Manuel de Falla and […]
Celebrity chef Bertus Basson, renowned for his eight unique restaurants and television series such as In die sop, Ultimate Braaimaster and Kokkedoor, once again presents his popular kitchen demonstration sessions. Come and experience a cooking demonstration at his highly acclaimed Eike restaurant, where he specialises in authentic South African dishes with a creative twist. He […]
Creative Block by the Spier Arts Trust offers a unique way to view and buy the work of contemporary artists. All the artworks are in the same fixed format, and all are available at the same fixed and very affordable price. Yet the stories, styles, and mediums differ vastly. The work of more than 400 […]
With Niël Rademan(baritone), Paulina Malefane(soprano), Stadskoor(led by Pieter Bezuidenhout), Treble Clefsled by Elaine Johnson, Elna van der Merwe(piano) Audiences are invited to experience an evocative vocal music performance that brings together timeless works of faith and artistry. The programme promises to transport listeners through a journey of reverence and passion, blending classical vocal repertoire with […]
Stellenbosch sensation Spoegwolftook the music world by storm 15 years ago, and they continue to achieve new heights. Their songs have been streamed over 214 million times and in addition to South Africa, they have performed in the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Dubai and Ireland. They were the first South African artists […]
With Stadskoor | -Choir | -iKwayara Stadskoor | -Choir | -iKwayara invites you on a journey where words become music and music becomes memory. Inspired by Bibi Slippers’ poetry collection Soekenjin, this vibrant new production transforms her verses into living soundscapes. Newly composed choral works weave rhythm and emotion into Slippers’ words. Her poems are […]
Come explore Idas Valley on a walking tour with the people of this neighborhood. We will talk about nature, our language, and our culture while enjoying the sunrise with coffee and a delicious koesister or roosterkoek. Who was Ida? Who was François Villion, and what happened at the foot of Simonsberg years ago? Where do […]
