Johannesburg Mozart Festival Programme

Mozart Festival

Lovers of classical music will be glad to know that the programme line up for the Johannesburg International Mozart Festival has been announced. So here is just a little taste of what you can expect from 23 January to 9 February 2010.

Originally organised in 2006 in celebration of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s 250th birthday anniversary this year’s festival will see almost 20 performances in various venues around Johannesburg … Continued

Sisters with Blisters taking place 28 November

We’ve all had them, that extremely painful blister after a fun night out wearing your favourite pair of stilettos. But this doesn’t really give us a sense of achievement or make much difference to anyone but ourselves. So why not get a blister on 28 November 2009 that will actually mean something?

Sisters with Blisters in an annual event that has been taking place for the past 3 years. Jacaranda 94.2 and First for Women have joined forces to raise awareness on the abuse suffered by many women and children Continued

Pinocchio Pantomime in Johannesburg from 4 November

Adventures of Pinocchio

We have all heard of the story of the little wooden boy who was carved from a piece of pine by the woodcarver Geppetto and who was created as a puppet but dreamt of becoming a “real boy” named Pinocchio. This fictional character has been around since 1883 and has become a well loved tale and was certainly a firm favourite of mine whilst I was growing up.

And if you are in Johannesburg or its surrounding areas you will be happy to know that Pinocchio will be the biggest pantomime ever this year with 60 artists taking part. If you already au fait with pantomimes you probably call them panto’s and already have your tickets booked. However, if you do not fall into this category let me give you a little refresher in what the pantomime is … Continued

Puss in Boots and Other Tails

Join a troupe of talented actors in a whirlwind journey of comic excitement as they set out on their big adventure in Puss in Boots and Other Tails at the National Children’s Theatre (NCT), 3 Junction Avenue, Parktown from Monday 7 September to Saturday 17 October 2009 … Continued

Jozi Attractions

Apartheid Museum

A massive city and boasting many ‘firsts’, Johannesburg boasts an impressive number of awesome attractions to suit both young and old. First off, the Apartheid Museum is oddly located next to the fun-park thrills of Gold Reef City. This is an essential South African experience which tells the apartheid story with a confronting sensory verve through large, visually stunning displays and excellent audio visual exhibits. For a trip down memory lane or to experience some of South Africa’s sad history, visit the Apartheid Museum (also see http://www.apartheidmuseum.org/).
 
The Hector Pieterson Memorial is another must visit. Through the use of old photographs and video, this museum tells the chilling story of the 1976 student uprisings against the forced use of Afrikaans in South African schools. The exhibit is stark, haunting and sure to leave you with chills down your spine. Continued

The Westcliff’s Chocolate Afternoon Teas

The Westcliff

July to September 2008: Chocolate is especially irresistible when it is enjoyed with the gloriously warm Highveld winter sun streaming through the windows of The Westcliff’s Conservatory. Which explains why The Westcliff’s Winter Chocolate Afternoon Teas are such a popular treat for not only chocolate lovers but for anyone who is passionate about the more indulgent things in life.

Guests can look forward to tantalising Dark Chocolate Mousse Cake, White Chocolate Cheesecake, melt-in-the-mouth Chocolate Pistachio Torte, creamy Chocolate Éclairs, freshly baked Chocolate Brownies, Scones with Chocolate Chips and Strawberries with Marshmallows for dipping in the Chocolate Fountain. For those who want something more fruity on their palate, there are three bowls of assorted fresh berries in season, various fruit tartlets and meringues filled with berries. And for the savoury tooth, a selection of delicate finger sandwiches. The piece de resistance – inspired by the amazing Aztecs – would surely be the sensual Hot Chocolate spiced with Chilli. Continued