This past week in Port Elizabeth presented an ideal opportunity to see many sporting and cultural events. The Longhair and I had a packed week attending one rugby and two soccer matches at the NMB Stadium - on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday, the Concert in Victoria Park on Saturday and the Kurt Darren show at the Boardwalk on Thursday. Just for the record: We missed Antony and Cleopatra on Tuesday - Valentines day is for US and not to be shared with Romans and Egyptians who kill each other … [Read more...] about Maybe SA’s increasing perception of Racism is a function of our legislature?
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Zolani Mahola to star at Concert in the Park
Port Elizabeth-born musicians will be taking centre stage at the annual Concert in the (Victoria) Park presented by Algoa FM and The Eastern Cape Philharmonic Orchestra (ECPO). The orchestra will be led by South Africa's favourite conductor, Richard Cock, who was born in Port Elizabeth, and started his schooling at Woodridge. Fans will experience a different facet to the talent of Freshlyground's lead singer Zolani Mahola, who will be the soloist for the two concerts being staged in … [Read more...] about Zolani Mahola to star at Concert in the Park
It is Hell in Africa But Someone Has to do it for You
This morning the Longhair, the Apprentice Longhair and I toddled along to the East Cape Philharmonic Concert in the Park in Victoria Park. The Longhair and I eventually worked out that the last time we had been in Victoria Park was when she was studying photography. Aaah now that was in the time when I could comfortably pose as Auguste Rodin's Thinker and make the original model jealous! What a thoroughly pleasant morning we spent in Victoria Park though - excellent music, great weather, … [Read more...] about It is Hell in Africa But Someone Has to do it for You
Concert in the Park – Quick – Blankets and Picnic Stuff, Go, Go, Go
Its time to shake out your blankets and dust off the picnic baskets as Nelson Mandela Bay's favourite outdoor classical concert is back for another magnificent show. The Algoa FM Concert in the Park, presented by the East Cape Philharmonic orchestra, takes place on Saturday, 19 February at 5pm and on Sunday, 20 February at 10am at Victoria Park, Walmer. In addition to enjoying the musical talent of the province's top classical musicians in the East Cape Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by … [Read more...] about Concert in the Park – Quick – Blankets and Picnic Stuff, Go, Go, Go
