Japan reveals first Robot child – CREEPY
I had to watch the YouTube Child robot “C2” video twice to believe that humans are that close to inventing robotic versions of themselves *shivers* – it’s a must see – but don’t watch it if you’re prone to Chucky nightmares. Creepy indeed. Thanks to Aquoibon for the heads up…watch C2 here below. Freaky. [youtube]PrQkuMNmaqk[/youtube] Read all about it at http://www.japanprobe.com/?p=1877: A child-sized android with flexible joints and soft skin developed by the Japan Science and Technology Agency was unveiled Friday at Osaka University, where the agency’s research and development team is based. The 1.3-meter-tall, 33 kilogram humanoid robot has optical, auditory and tactile sensors. Fifty-one actuators inside its body run on compressed air and enable the robot to make complex movements smoothly. About 200 tactile sensors are embedded in the robot’s gray skin, which is made of silicon and other materials. The robot can react to its surroundings by blinking and altering its facial expressions. The robot, which has the physical ability of a 1- or 2-year-old toddler, can turn over and stand up with...
12 Naked men in Rosebank
We knew that would get your attention 🙂 . It really does feel like the cultural scene is picking up in Jozis – so go on and do som’ing and embrace your arty side – art is after all some of the only magic left in this world *sighs*. There’s a new art gallery “the David Brown Gallery” opening in Rosebank – quite the Art Central these days – love it – and the opening exhibition is by Michael Meyersfield, presenting his latest photographic work, “Twelve Naked Men.” Judging from the accompanying pic, it looks very interesting… go go go – it closes at 6pm so sneak in on your way home. Opens 13th June. Details below. Michael Meyersfeld’s most recent body of work – “12 Naked Men” will open at the new David Brown Fine Art Gallery in Rosebank. This much-anticipated exhibition commences on the 13th June – and will run until July 6th. Meyersfeld”s life-long passion has been for image-making, in both the advertising and fine art arenas. Alongside his work as one of the top advertising photographers , with many award winning and critically acclaimed campaigns, both local and international, Meyersfeld continues to devote his energy to his own personal art. His considerable talent has brought us a vivid and thought- provoking depiction of man’s conditioning within this fast-paced, instant-gratification driven world. After leaving his career in finance, David Brown has recently achieved his lifelong ambition in opening a stunning exhibition space in Rosebank. David is thrilled to have Michael Meyersfeld as his opening artist. Meyersfeld’s work is complemented by the minimalist, streamlined set-up of the gallery, giving the visiting art-lover a stimulating and enriching experience unparalleled at any Johannesburg venue. David Brown Fine Art is located at 39 Keyes Avenue, Rosebank, Johannesburg (011) 788 4435. Gallery hours Mon-Fri 9am – 6pm and Saturdays 9am –...
Pretoria…or is it Tshwane Comedy Festival
Winter means Theatre is the new Picnic and discounted block bookings mean you can take the whole gang and your basket. For those looking for entertainment and *hopefully* a good laugh, make sure to book your seat for the upcoming jampacked Pretoria… or is it Tshwane Comedy Festival later this month at the State Theatre. Have a close look at the line up – we’re not taking them seriously as you know comedy requires that we laugh at ourselves – but the different genres are pretty literal – “Hardcore” clearly means leave your Aunty at home (unless she’s dirrrrttty like that), “Black”, we assume means lots of our 11 languages being gooi’ed and “Afrikaans” means just that – Afrikaans only – with “in” jokes. Gotta love this place. So we’d advise you to either practice your fake “i get it” laugh and leg-slapping routine or take a very talented and patient multi-lingual friend with u… hard choice. If you’re multi-lingual the Comedy Festival is your oyster. We’ll hopefully go to loads and let you know who our favourites were! THE COMEDY FESTIVAL 19 – 30 June at 20.00 in the Rendezvous, State Theatre 19 June at 20.00 – Comedy Showcase Night Host: Chris Forrest Featuring: Hannes Brummer (pic), Roni Modimola – Tumi Morake – Magic Man 20 June at 20.00 – Comedy Showcase Night Host: Tshepo Mogale (pic) Featuring: Nina Hastie(pic) – Kedibone Muluadzi – Roni Modimola – Malcolm Ferreira (pic) 21 June at 20.00 – Hardcore Comedy Night Host: Loyiso Gola (pic) Featuring: Kyle Thorpe (pic) – Chris Forrest – Trevor Gumbi – Trevor Noah (pic) 22 June at 20.00 – Black Comedy Night Host: Eugene Khoza Featuring: Tumi Morake – Tshepo Mogale – Kedibone Muluadzi – Roni Modimola 23 June at 20.00 – Afrikaans Night Host: Melt Sieberhagen Featuring: Hannes Brummer – Denzel – Nicky van Niekerk – Joey Rasdien 26 June at 20.00 – Comedy Showcase Night Host: Chris Forrest Featuring: Nina Hastie – Trevor Noah – Eugene Khoza – Darren Maule 27 June at 20.00 – Afrikaans Night Host: Joey Rasdien Featuring: Nicky van Niekerk – Denzel – Pierre Breytenbach – Melt Sieberhagen 28 June at 20.00 – Black Comedy Night Host: Trevor Noah (pic) Featuring: Kedibone Muluadzi – Loyiso Gola (pic) – Dave Kibuuka – Kagiso Lediga (pic) 29 June at 20.00 – Hardcore Comedy Night Host: Mel Miller (pic) Featuring: Kyle Thorpe – Trevor Gumbi – Nqoba Ngcobo – Malcolm Ferreira 30 June at 20.00 – Comedy Showcase Night Host: Tshepo Mogale Featuring: Mike – Magic Man – Roni Modimola – Mel Miller Tickets: R70 throughout Discount: 10% on block booking of 10+ tickets Book at...
TICKETS! Rock is back and it’s Black!
*To win a pair of tickets for Friday please email the editor with subject BLK JKS, include your name, age and cell number asap!* Well that’s what the Weekly Mail said about the dark and deep rockers BLK JKS – see if it’s true this Friday at the Bohemian in Richmond, near Melville (leave all comfort requirements at home). Last time we saw the dudes in action we were way impressed – I remember thinking “a South African RadioHead” (if that is remotely possible.) We’ve also heard a lot about Desmond and the Tutu’s although the name makes us cringe and certainly a bit skeptical of them. Wonder what uBabe Tutu thinks? We just have too much respect to use his name in vain but maybe we’re being old and boring? Surely there could be better name options – besides the association, it just sounds so corny…and you know Editorista can’t take corn. We’ll have to check them out and let you know but they’re going to have to persuade us. The BLK JKS – Natalia (Cpt) – Desmond & Tutus @ Bohemians – Friday 8th June The winning combination of The BLK JKS with Desmond & the Tutus is rekindled to heat up the winter night on Friday the 8th June at Bohemians, alongside Natalia the special guest folk /pop singer songwriter from Cape Town. Dates: Friday 8th June Venue: Bohemians Address: 5 Park Rd. Richmond (Just off Empire Rd. Melville) Entrance: R30 Info: 076-590-0564 or MovementMedia@gmail.com Websites: http://www.thebo.co.za/; – www.myspace.com/BLKJKS – www.rock.co.za/natalia Line Up: BLK JKS – Desmond & the Tutus – Natalia (Cpt) The BLK JKS “Rock is back, and it’s black!” –Weekly Mail. Firstly it’s pronounced ‘The Black Jacks’, and they certainly are the talk of the town at the moment, with fans of this unique African Rock outfit eagerly awaiting the release of their long overdue EP, which is finally being launched on June the 15th at the Apartheid Museum. Natalia The young singer song writer from the Mother City is currently on her second tour of Joburg, having performed the Cape Town circuit since the tender age of 15, she’s already had the honour of sharing the stage with the legendary Rodriguez on his latest SA...
TICKETS! Awesome RJ Benjamin @ 88
*To win a pair of tickets for Wednesday please email the editor with subject RJ, include your name, age and cell number asap!* Here’s a chance to get up close with rising star RJ Benjamin (read Represent interview here) at an intimate acoustic session at 88 in Norwood – we don’t know Natalia from CT but let’s give her a warm Jozi welcome… and Menage-a-Trois rings a bell – we’ll try send someone to cover it. And we’ll try and get some tickets while we are at it. RJ Benjamin – Natalia (Cpt) – Menage a Trois @ 88 Lounge – Wednesday 13th June An evening of acoustic RnB, Soul, Folk, Pop and just maybe a little bit of Rock is in store when RJ Benjamin takes to the stage supported by a guitarist, drummer and some surprise guest appearances, alongside Natalia the special guest folk /pop singer songwriter from Cape Town, and the beloved trio from Pretoria, Ménage a Trois. Dates: Wednesday 13th June Venue: 88 Lounge Address: 114 William Road, Norwood Entrance: R40, Members R30 Info: 076-590-0564 or MovementMedia@gmail.com Websites:; http://www.88.co.za/ – www.rock.co.za/natalia Line Up: RJ Benjamin – Natalia (Cpt) – Ménage a Trois (Pta) Write Ups RJ Benjamin He’s established himself as a regular on local radio stations, and has been hailed by some as the one of the best composer/singer/musicians this country has ever produced. His debut album, Who I Am is best described as funkadelic neo soul played by top jazz session musicians and accompanied by RJs sultry, sexy voice, the album is skilful, intelligent and highly accessible to music lovers across the board. Look out for his second album offering due for release soon, and expect some surprise vocal guests alongside a guitarist and drummer. Ménage à Trois The trio performs an exclusive blend of bass driven funk and folk rock with each of the band members contributing their own initiative to the project. The music trancends many different styles and genres, and draws from an array of musical influences, including Ani DiFranco and The Dave Matthews Band. Natalia The young singer song writer from the Mother City is currently on her second tour of Joburg, having performed the Cape Town circuit since the tender age of 15, she’s already had the honour of sharing the stage with the legendary Rodriguez on his latest SA tour....
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