Soweto youth theatre project set to debut at the National Arts Fest: A group of youth from Diepkloof and other parts of Soweto will make their national performance debut at the Arts Festival in Grahamstown, as part of the Ngizwe community youth project. The organisation is spearheaded by the LeadSA Hero for June ... Source: "Grahamstown" - BingNews. Simply Blue a capella group comes to George: The group is stopping over in George on their way to the Grahamstown Festival. Afterwards, at … [Read more...] about Grahamstown in the news: Soweto youth theatre project set to debut at the National Arts Fest
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Grahamstown in the news: Joanna Wicherek and Friends at the Arts Theatre
Joanna Wicherek and Friends at the Arts Theatre: The programme will be completed by duo pieces and will run for 70 minutes. In 2014 Wicherek was awarded the Standard Bank Ovation Award at the National Arts Festival in Grahamstown. Her extensive repertoire has an emphasis on contemporary music. Source: "Grahamstown" - BingNews. Full citizenship is a good start: My Grandfather was a prominent South African and served his country in many capacities eventually serving in the South African … [Read more...] about Grahamstown in the news: Joanna Wicherek and Friends at the Arts Theatre
Grahamstown in the news: A Q&A with Ameera Conrad, the theatre maker questioning the future of SA
A Q&A with Ameera Conrad, the theatre maker questioning the future of SA: Lastly, can we expect any new collaborations or work come 2017? At this point ‘The Fall’ is going to be going to Woordfees, and hopefully Grahamstown Arts Fest. I’m also working with The Furies on a one-woman show that I’ll be performing in ... Source: "Grahamstown" - BingNews. Grahamstown man sues over K-word: An Eastern Cape man will not rest until justice is served against a woman who he alleges called him the … [Read more...] about Grahamstown in the news: A Q&A with Ameera Conrad, the theatre maker questioning the future of SA
Pieter Dirk Uys – Failure is essential to success
Since the 1960s, Pieter-Dirk Uys has been poking fun at the country’s past while finding hilarious ways to ensure it progresses positively. The satirist, performer, author and social activist was recognised for his ample contributions to the arts at the 19th annual ACT Awards. Sponsored by DALRO, this Theatre Lifetime Achievement Award was bestowed upon Uys at the glittering Sophiatown-themed Awards ceremony at Sun International’s The Maslow Hotel in Johannesburg. “As an organisation that … [Read more...] about Pieter Dirk Uys – Failure is essential to success
Catch all the Naledi Theatre Awards action on KykNET
Whether you were there on the night, or followed it on social media, you will not want to miss the sensational 2016 Naledi Theatre Awards television broadcast on Sunday, 4 September on kykNET, Channel 144. From heart-wrenching acceptance speeches and tributes that left the audiences drying their eyes, to hysterical skits and spellbinding performances, this 90-minute TV-spectacular highlights what South Africa loves most about the theatre. This magical broadcast, devised by Naledi Theatre … [Read more...] about Catch all the Naledi Theatre Awards action on KykNET
Dawn Lindberg wins the Women Real Architects of SA Drama Excellence Award
Naledi Theatre Awards founder and Executive Producer, Dawn Lindberg has been presented with the Women: The Real Architects of Society Awards (WRASA) Drama Excellence Award to acknowledge and honour her 51 years in theatre and show business. Lindberg, who staged the 12th annual Naledi Theatre Awards in April this year, says she is deeply honoured by this recognition, especially considering the calibre of women who filled the Theatre on the Track at Kyalami on Saturday, 20 … [Read more...] about Dawn Lindberg wins the Women Real Architects of SA Drama Excellence Award
Grahamstown in the news: It’s Newcastle, but not as we know it! Theatre project brings together Two Newcastles
It's Newcastle, but not as we know it! Theatre project brings together Two Newcastles: I think you’d struggle to find a happier rehearsal room. “We first experienced and met NADO (the South African performance group) at the National Arts Festival in Grahamstown, South Africa,” explains Amy Golding, artistic director of Curious Monkey. Source: "Grahamstown" - BingNews. … [Read more...] about Grahamstown in the news: It’s Newcastle, but not as we know it! Theatre project brings together Two Newcastles
Grahamstown in the news: Circus show from Argentina at Theatre in the Park
Circus show from Argentina at Theatre in the Park: “Mandragora Circus” arrived in South Africa for the first time in May to present this wordless performance in Cape Town, Johannesburg, Pretoria and in the Natioanal School´s Festival in Grahamstown. Source: "Grahamstown" - BingNews. Police in Gloucestershire appeal over early morning burglaries: A brick was used to smash a door window and gain entry to the Royal British Legion club on Grahamstown Road but is it is currently unknown if … [Read more...] about Grahamstown in the news: Circus show from Argentina at Theatre in the Park
Matchbox Theatre Collective celebrate 10 years
Bailey Snyman (Standard Bank Young Artist for Dance in 2012) and Nicola Haskins (Ovation Award winning choreographer) of The Matchbox Theatre Collective celebrate 10 years at the National Lottery Fringe in Grahamstown this year. Matchbox Theatre Collective is presenting three works at this year’s National Lottery Fringe in celebration of their 10 year anniversary. If These Bodies Could Speak (choreographed and performed by Haskins and Snyman) and Giftig (performed by Snyman and Micia de … [Read more...] about Matchbox Theatre Collective celebrate 10 years
Grahamstown in the news: Feast of Arts Fest Shows to Play the Alexander Bar Upstairs Theatre in Cape Town
Feast of Arts Fest Shows to Play the Alexander Bar Upstairs Theatre in Cape Town: Cape Town's Alexander Bar, Café and Theatre will host a series of seven productions starting on 20 June, all of which are en route to the 2016 National Arts Festival in Grahamstown. Satire, stand-up comedy, drama, physical theatre, musical theatre ... Source: "Grahamstown" - BingNews. 1976 youth leader says education fight must continue: My bitterness, my anger is because not much has changed [especially] in … [Read more...] about Grahamstown in the news: Feast of Arts Fest Shows to Play the Alexander Bar Upstairs Theatre in Cape Town
Grahamstown in the news: Feast of Arts Fest Shows to Play the Alexander Bar Upstairs Theatre in Cape Town
Feast of Arts Fest Shows to Play the Alexander Bar Upstairs Theatre in Cape Town: Cape Town's Alexander Bar, Café and Theatre will host a series of seven productions starting on 20 June, all of which are en route to the 2016 National Arts Festival in Grahamstown. Satire, stand-up comedy, drama, physical theatre, musical theatre ... Source: "Grahamstown" - BingNews. The National Arts Festival's Think!Fest to Offer Fascinating Food for Thought: As a host of open and frank conversations, … [Read more...] about Grahamstown in the news: Feast of Arts Fest Shows to Play the Alexander Bar Upstairs Theatre in Cape Town
Alvon Collison wins a Lifetime Achievement Award
One of South Africa's most enduring entertainers, Alvon Collison, was honoured at the Naledi Theatre Awards in Johannesburg on Tuesday, 19 April, when he received a Lifetime Achievement Award for his contribution to the theatre. The Naledi Theatre Awards, now in its 12th year, honours and applauds theatre excellence in a variety of fields. Affectionately known as ‘Mr Showbiz’, Collison, who is based in Cape Town, has received several awards in his illustrious career spanning five decades, … [Read more...] about Alvon Collison wins a Lifetime Achievement Award
Gaynor Young receives first Lesedi Spirit of Courage Award
Love has played a pivotal role in the life of Gaynor Young, recipient of the first Lesedi Spirit of Courage Award presented to her at the glittering Naledi Theatre Awards held at the Lyric Theatre, Gold Reef City, on April 19. The Award is for courage and perseverance and Young has experienced both since her 'plunge to fame' during a performance of Camelot at the South African State Theatre, when she was severely injured in an accident on stage. Today, Young is an inspiring individual who … [Read more...] about Gaynor Young receives first Lesedi Spirit of Courage Award
1881: Theatre Royal – Editors Pic
This image is from the MyPE Editor's Flickr Account - offering some topical daily images from a phone smarter than Alan, occasional images from a DSLR and scanned images of Port Elizabeth as he wanders around the Bay pretending to know a lot and sometimes succeeding in making a complete hash of it! 1881: Theatre Royal Image by awstraton The PE Dramatic Club Champion was Mr Cholmondeley Wood who approached the Town Council for a plot of ground at the foot of White's Road for the erection of … [Read more...] about 1881: Theatre Royal – Editors Pic
Taliep Petersen Honoured with a Posthumous Lifetime Achievement Award
By Peter Feldman Taliep Petersen, one of South Africa's most renowned singers, composers and directors who tragically passed away in the prime of his life in December 2006, has been posthumously honoured by the Naledi Theatre Awards with a Lifetime Achievement Award. The Award was presented by his great friend and creative partner of 20 years, David Kramer, who flew up from Cape Town especially for the Awards event. Taliep’s youngest daughter, Fatiema and her big sister, Natasha received … [Read more...] about Taliep Petersen Honoured with a Posthumous Lifetime Achievement Award
