Soweto BnB’s offering Tsotsi special deal to Brits
While some Joburgers have still not ventured into the vibrant and changing streets of Soweto, the clever minds behind the Soweto Bed and Breakfast association are punting a tour and overnight stay in Soweto on the back of the release of TSOTSI in London. 4,00.html”>Click here to go to the Guardian article: To coincide with the release of South African film Tsotsi – a psychological thriller set in the Johannesburg township of Soweto – the Soweto B&B Association is offering two-and three-night packages for tourists to stay there, helping to regenerate the area. Full-day tours and an overnight stay are priced at ý95pp. Book through Rainbow Tours (020 7226 1004; www.rainbowtours.co.uk). KLEVA! That’s about R1100. Jozi people get a life… best you get going to Soweto and experience real life before the tourists take over. We recommend lunch at Nambitha’s – click here for our article on...
KARL GIETL @ the AFRONOVA gallery in Newtown
This is a gallery made for artists and people that like to enjoy their days… it’s only open from 1pm – 8pm everyday and is right over the road from the Market Theatre. This is the second exhibition – make sure to get there and tell all your friends! Joburg figure and multi talented artist Karl Gietl embarks on a colourful Search for Paradise in the streets of the African globa…l village and he is not in a hurry to reach his destination. He takes us on the road to perdition and explores the sinful corners of human psyche, lit only with red lights and inhabited by city mythologies and lurid encounters. Karl Gietl is first of all a powerful painter, traditional yet inventive. In an organic balance of ability and boldness, he captures the human situations and appropriates the space, whether it is in Jozi, in Maputo or in Paris and Amsterdam. He is a disciplined and gifted storyteller celebrating life with humour. CLICK HERE FOR KARL’s SITE to find out more about him and see his work. Exhibition runs until Saturday 29 April Gallery Hours : Tuesday to Saturday 13:00 to 20:00 Contacts c: +27(0)837265906 The gallery is just across the Market Theatre entrance Safe parking corner Miriam Makeba and Gwigwi Mrwebi St – Newtown Po box 3205 – Parklands 2121 – Johannesburg – South Africa **************************************************** 26 Jan Afronova presents an exhibition of new works by Joburg based Sandile Zulu and artist Gonýalo Mabunda from Maputo. The second exhibition will present new works by Joburg based Sandile Zulu together with Gonýalo Mabunda from Maputo, starting Friday, October 28. More fire ! In this show, both artists explore the cycles of destruction and regeneration in the process of creation and history, suggesting new symbols of universality and vitality. An internationaly acclaimed artist, Mabunda deals with the destruction of civil war by neutralizing its weapons and creating peaceful or cheerful sculptures. Zulu, in his own way, scientifically explores the elemental cycle of life in search of new meanings and creative truth by burning and extinguishing canvases and materials. Exhibition runs from 28 October until saturday 26 November. Tuesday to Saturday 13:00 to 20:00 Email Afronova Phone: +27(0)837265906 Safe parking corner Miriam Makeba and Gwigwi Mrwebi St – Newtown ******************************************* 11 September Afronova is a new Pan African gallery for modern and contemporary art created by Billie Zangewa together with Henri Vergon. The elegant gallery space is located in the heart of Johannesburg, the Market Theatre Precinct in Newtown, and contributes to the cosmopolitan landscape of the city. Afronova presents exhibitions of modern and contemporary art from the African...
Angelique Kidjo @ Spier for Easter Sun
YES! Angelique Kidjo, one of Africa’s most revered female singers will be at Spier in the Western Cape for an Easter Sunday show. We’ve only heard good things about chilling at Spier and we encourage everyone to go and listen to this incredible Songstress. Here is the deal. Click here to learn more about this world musician Angelique: The… Old Mutual Encounters Festival comes to Spier for the first time on Sunday 16 April 2006, with a line-up which is set to wow audiences. Old Mutual and Oppikoppi Productions have joined forces again to make sure that the Easter weekend is a memorable one by presenting a star-studded programme. Angelique Kidjo will be performing at the Old Mutual Encounters Picnic at Spier on Easter Sunday, along with talented and diverse local icons such as Watershed, Chris Chameleon, Vusi Mahlasela and Robin Auld. This African-born songstress, Angelique Kidjo who has been nominated for four Grammy awards, has cross-pollinated the West African traditions of her childhood in Benin with elements of American R&B funk and jazz, as well as influences from Europe and Latin America. Throughout her career she has collaborated with a diverse group of international artists like Santana and Gilberto Gil. Her duet with Dave Matthews on the song “Iwoya” which appeared on her last CD Black Ivory Soul, was a critical success that helped diversify her fan base. “Music has the ability to cross borders, transcend boundaries and unite people”, says Angelique of her music. CLICK HERE TO GO TO SPIER. ******************************************* 6 Feb 2006 If you are a regular Representor you will know that we rate Lebo Mashile as one of South Africa’s most incredible live performers – the sincerity of her poetry and the emotion driving her live performance is a must-see. She is one of several famous names on the program this weekend at the open-air poetry festival at the Spier Summer Arts season on the 3 and 4 February. Go and lap up sweet words and sweet rhythms in the fading Cape summer evenings. The Spier Summer Arts Season has collaborated with acclaimed author and poet Antjie Krog to present this new open-air Poetry Festival of famous names and famous poems. Antjie Krog, renowned poet, writer, journalist and Extraordinary professor at the University of the Western Cape, has curated this programme of poets where audiences can expect to experience a diverse mix of local and international poets performing their work in English, Afrikaans and Xhosa. Poems will be read, spoken, performed with bands, rapped or delivered from the gut in the case of Imbongi Mngomeni. Acclaimed poets of the likes of Yvette Christiansý, (South...
Zim Film Fest calling for entries
We don’t know much more about it other than that there is a Zimbabwe FIlm Festival at the end of August and they’re calling for entries…Click here to go to the site for more info. The Zimbabwe International Film Festival (ZIFF) is back for its 9th edition. Set to take place from 25 August to 3 September, ZIFF 2006 is calling for entries in t…he feature film, documentary and short film categories from any genre. The films will be up for eleven coveted Mweya awards at our annual Closing Night ceremony on Saturday 2 September 2006....
Mon laugh – PalmPilot and DVD writer for sale
Thought you guys would appreciate these pictures as a bit of tongue-in-cheek humour. If you would like to see them more clearly – click here for the PalmPilot and page down once you get there for the DVDWriter. Thanks to Del for sending them through – certainly will bright… en up the Mon morning blues. Turns out they are from an awesome site called “Worth1000” which claims to be “the top creative competition and photoshop contest site on the web.” They have Photoshop, animation, illustration and text competitions – so designers – go and learn and win now!” Here’s the email – click here for the site: “A friend of mine is selling a Palm Pilot and DVD writer that are both in really good condition if anyone is interested.Palm Pilot Rupees U$ 5 DVD Writer U$ 5 Attached are a couple of photos to show what condition they’re in, let me know if you want more info or photos. Please send onto anyone else who may be interested…” If you’re looking for inspirational photoshopping and illustration – spend a bit of time on the site! —–...
Smirnoff looking for spinning students – WITS!Hurry!
Hey Students, we hope that you regularly visit this cool site Student Village – it tells you all about what’s happening -even if you’re on a boring campus like Pietermaritzburg – cut off from the rest of the country. So Smirnoff SPIN are looking for ‘SPIN AGENTS’ – 18 hot and happening students that can become their brand ambassadors …– here’s the spin (he he) – click here to go to Student VIllage for the full story and the entry form – unfortunately entries are up for everywhere but WITS which closes tomorrow – SO HURRY UP!!!: Are YOU in the know about your campus ? Are YOU in the limelight and enjoy partying ? Are YOU on the pulse of your campus Trends and happenings ? Are YOU the ‘Man with a Plan’ ? Then Smirnoff Spin is looking for YOU ! Smirnoff Spin is on a search to find 18 stylish party people to go on a Storming experience in true Smirnoff style. The Spin Agents’ key tasks will be to stay in the know about campus activities, what’s hot and happening at all times and increase the brand awareness. Not only will you be SPIN-ing your campus with some STORM-ing parties, you will also be kitted out with cool gadgets to enhance your lifestyle and personality. Necessities like laptops, hi-tech digital cameras, clothing and tickets to some of the hottest concerts will be yours. If you are interested in being in the limelight, partying, playing and most of all living the Smirnoff Spin Dream whilst learning and working for a brand that’s the epitomy of cool, don’t waste any time! Complete the entry form below and wait for the cool people of the Village to let you know if you’ve been short listed for an interview. Eligible applicants will be contacted by telephone to be notified of the interviewing times and venues. Entries received after the deadline date will not be considered. *********************************************************** 11 December 2005 STUDENTS… we know how it feels – we’ve been there… the jacaranda flowers have come and gone which means that your exams are nearly over! We hope you pushed through brothers and sisters… it’s all worth it. Just two pointers to all young students from us old professional knowalls 1) make sure what you’re studying is something you ACTUALLY want to do as a career – if not- CHANGE IT NOW before you waste more time and 2)Once you’re sure you’re studying the right thing, TAKE SOME OF IT IN!!!! Don’t just ‘pass exams’ – try and learn a few things – they’ll really help you get ahead. Anyway, after...
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