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SUMMARY:Cape Ballet Africa's Swan Lake at Montecasino
DESCRIPTION:South Africa’s leading ballet company returns to Johannesburg after thrilling Gauteng audiences in December \nThe world’s most loved ballet comes to Johannesburg as Global Star Events and Cape Ballet Africa present the legendary Swan Lake at the Teatro\, Montecasino from 07 August for a strictly limited season. This follows the resounding sell-out success of The Nutcracker in the same venue in December 2025. Tickets for Swan Lake are on sale at webtickets.co.za. \nMia Coomber\, Cape Ballet Africa\nA masterpiece that has captivated audiences for generations\, Swan Lake remains the pinnacle of classical ballet – a timeless tale of love\, magic and sacrifice. Set to Tchaikovsky’s magnificent and soaring score\, this breathtaking production weaves a story of passion\, betrayal and eternal devotion. \nPrince Siegfried’s heart is captured by Odette\, a princess cursed to live as a swan by day. Their fates entwine in a powerful struggle against evil\, where love must prove stronger than the sorcery that seeks to tear them apart. \nCelebrated for artistic excellence and expressive storytelling\, Cape Ballet Africa brings dramatic intensity and elegance to this cherished classic. Opulent sets\, sumptuous costumes\, and iconic\, enduring choreography combine to create a ballet experience that will stir your soul and leave you breathless. \nExperience the grandeur\, grace and emotional power of Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake in Johannesburg’s most spectacular theatre setting. This new production is created and performed by a 50-strong member company\, featuring choreography and stage direction by Georgian born\, now London based former principal ballerina with the English National Ballet\, Elena Glurjidze. Serendipitously\, her final performance with the English National Ballet was as Odette/Odile in Derek Deane’s Swan Lake at the London Coliseum on 18 January 2015\, the role she first danced with the Company in 2002. \nFor this brand new South African premiere exquisite costumes are designed by Marcel Meyer with magnificent sets by Michael Mitchell; the same team that created the grand designs for the double Naledi Award nominated The Nutcracker.  \nDebbie Turner\, CEO and Artistic Director of Cape Ballet Africa\, says\, “Having had such a brilliant response from Johannesburg audiences for The Nutracker last year\, our wonderful dancers cannot wait to present another hugely popular ballet in Swan Lake.” \nSimon Bryce\, CEO of Global Star Events\, adds\, “There are certain shows that are always exciting to bring to the stage\, because you know the audience is going to respond enthusiastically. Swan Lake is so iconic and so loved and this is a fantastic new production. We know fans are going to love it.” \n \nThroughout the run\, matinee\, late afternoon and evening performances are on offer – choose what works best for you and your theatre companions! \nShare the magic of Swan Lake with family and friends. Take advantage of the special offer and save 15% on a purchase 4 tickets valid for the top two ticket prices for all Monday to Thursday and Sunday evening performances\, giving you even more opportunity to experience the elegance\, drama\, and breathtaking beauty of this iconic ballet for less. \nSunday August 9 is Women’s Day. Moms\, wives\, sisters and daughters\, make sure you buy your tickets – or that your friends\, family and partners treat you to a special romantic outing! Monday August 10 is a public holiday\, so make sure to extend your Women’s Day celebrations into the long weekend with a 1pm Monday performance. \nCape Ballet Africa and Global Star Events’ Swan Lake brings Tchaikovsky’s masterpiece back to the stage in Johannesburg for a season of intoxicating intrigue and mesmerising elegance. The limited season opens on 7 August 2026. Make sure you book early to avoid disappointment! The show is recommended for all ages over five years. Ticket prices range from R220 to R720. Tickets are available from webtickets.co.za  Cape Town season details to be announced soon.
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SUMMARY:Women's Day at TANG Waterfront
DESCRIPTION:Some celebrations deserve more than a single moment. This Women’s Day\, TANG Waterfront is once again partnering with Moët & Chandon to host an afternoon where exceptional dining\, contemporary fashion and luxury come together in honour of the women who inspire us. \nTaking place on Monday\, 10 August 2026\, this elegant annual celebration is fast becoming one of Cape Town’s most anticipated Women’s Day occasions. Bringing together leading names in fashion\, beauty and hospitality\, the experience is a celebration of confidence\, creativity and timeless style. \n \nThis year’s event\, themed Every Silhouette. Every Toast. Every Woman.\, will see acclaimed South African designer Elrico Zarr unveil his latest Women’s Month collection. Dedicated to his wife and muse\, Ritza Bellingan\, the collection is a tribute to the strength\, individuality and elegance of women\, expressed through beautifully crafted silhouettes and contemporary design. \nGuests will be welcomed with a glass of Moët & Chandon before enjoying TANG’s signature Izakaya lunch experience\, a refined menu that reflects the restaurant’s distinctive take on modern Asian cuisine. The afternoon also includes an exclusive NARS beauty activation\, along with luxury fragrance gifts from Issey Miyake and narciso rodriguez\, creating an experience where fashion\, beauty and gastronomy effortlessly intertwine. \n \n“Women’s Day is one of the most meaningful occasions on our calendar\,” says Yuliya King\, Marketing Manager at TANG Hospitality. “At TANG\, we believe remarkable women deserve remarkable experiences. Our vision is to make Women’s Day at TANG an annual tradition -one that guests look forward to each year\, where fashion\, champagne\, exceptional dining and meaningful partnerships come together to celebrate women in true luxury.” \nSet against the backdrop of the V&A Waterfront and Table Mountain\, TANG continues to blur the lines between fine dining and luxury lifestyle\, creating immersive experiences that extend well beyond the restaurant itself. With plans to establish the event as an annual tradition\, each edition will introduce new creative collaborations\, exclusive fashion moments and luxury brand partnerships\, ensuring every celebration feels fresh\, inspiring and unforgettable. \n \nEvent Details\nWomen’s Day at TANG Waterfront\nWhen: Monday\, 10 August 2026\nTime: 12:00 – 16:00\nCost: R900 per person \nThe experience includes:\n• A welcome glass of Moët & Chandon\n• An exclusive Elrico Zarr Women’s Month fashion showcase\n• A curated Izakaya lunch experience\n• A NARS luxury beauty activation\n• Luxury fragrance gifts from Issey Miyake and narciso rodriguez \nReservations are now open.\nFor bookings: +27 76 652 8972\nreservationsva@tanghospitality.com
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SUMMARY:Montblanc Signature High Tea\, Johannesburg
DESCRIPTION:An elegant morning of inspiration\, connection and celebration awaits as the 5th Annual Montblanc Signature High Tea returns to Johannesburg this Women’s Month. \nTaking place on Saturday\, 22 August at the beautiful Summer Place in Hyde Park\, the much-loved annual event invites women to celebrate the meaningful relationships that shape their lives. Whether attending with mothers\, daughters\, sisters or close friends\, guests can look forward to an unforgettable experience centred on friendship\, empowerment and timeless elegance. \n \nThis year’s keynote speaker is acclaimed investigative journalist and media personality Devi Sankaree Govender\, whose award-winning career has inspired South Africans through her courage\, integrity and unwavering pursuit of truth. Her powerful story of resilience and purpose perfectly embodies the spirit of a Signature Woman\, and guests can expect an inspiring conversation on leading with conviction\, standing firm in one’s values and creating a meaningful legacy. \nAlongside an indulgent high tea\, every guest will receive a luxurious Montblanc Signature gift valued at R1\,350\, adding an extra touch of sophistication to the occasion. \nNow in its fifth year\, the Montblanc Signature High Tea has established itself as one of Johannesburg’s most anticipated Women’s Month events\, bringing together a community of remarkable women for a memorable morning of celebration and connection. Tickets are R695 per person and\, with the event selling out annually\, early booking is highly recommended. \n \nEvent Details\nDate: Saturday\, 22 August\nTime: 10:30am\nVenue: Summer Place\, Hyde Park\, Johannesburg\nDress Code: Elegant & Sophisticated\nTickets: R695 per person \nBook your tickets here: Quicket
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SUMMARY:MAMMA MIA! The Feel-Good Musical Returns
DESCRIPTION:Amra-Faye Wright re-unites with South African audiences alongside a list of major stars \nMAMMA MIA! comes back to South Africa\, guaranteeing singalong satisfaction for fans of ABBA and musical theatre alike! The 2026 production features a cast that raises the bar on almost any piece of musical theatre previously staged in South Africa\, led by the iconic Amra-Faye Wright\, best known for being the longest-running actress in the role of Velma Kelly in CHICAGO The Musical on Broadway – for 23 years – as Donna Sheridan! \nThe show\, produced by Showtime Management\, runs from Thursday\, 03 September to Sunday\, 11 October 2026 at Artscape in Cape Town and then from Friday\, 16 October to end of November 2026 at the Teatro at Montecasino in Johannesburg. Tickets are available at Ticketmaster.co.za. \nSouth African-born Amra-Faye Wright has worked Internationally for 30 years\, most notably as Velma Kelly in CHICAGO The Musical on Broadway\, in London’s West End\, through Europe\, Japan (in Japanese!)\, South Africa\, New Zealand and the concert version with the San Diego Symphony. Her other musical theatre credits include Follies\, A Chorus Line\, Grease\, Footloose\, Peter Pan\, Nunsense\, Elvis Las Vegas and Butterflies. She has also been a regular guest artist in the annual Mabel Mercer Foundation’s Cabaret Convention at Jazz at Lincoln Center NY and is a recent graduate of the New York Academy of Art where she obtained an MFA in painting. Resident in New York\, Wright also spends part of the year at her home in McGregor in the Western Cape\, and is thrilled to be back performing on the South African stage. \nSeveral other major musical theatre luminaries occupy lead roles in MAMMA MIA! 2026. Samantha Peo (Cabaret\, Thoroughly Modern Milly\, CHICAGO The Musical\, The Addams Family: The Musical) stars as Tanya re-uniting with Wright\, opposite whom she starred (as Roxie Hart) in perhaps the defining South African version of CHICAGO The Musical in 2005\, as well as in revivals in 2008 and 2018. Lindy Abromowitz (Kinky Boots\, Grease\, The Sound of Music) as Rosie joins Peo and Wright’s characters to form 1970’s all-girl pop band “Donna & the Dynamos”. \nTelevision\, stage and small screen actor who appeared in nine seasons of Binnelanders\, Paul du Toit (Hedwig & The Angry Inch\, The Rocky Horror Show\, Into The Woods) returns to the local stage as Sam Carmichael. Tiaan Rautenbach (Pretty Woman: The Musical\, We Will Rock You\, The Addams Family: The Musical) reprises his role as Bill Austin.  Matt Newman (Sweet Phoebe\, Betrayal) who has appeared in international television series including The Crown and Outlander is back to reprise the role of Harry Bright.  And\, in the pivotal role of Sophie Sheridan is Leah Mari (Sound of Music\, CHICAGO The Musical)\, currently winning hearts countrywide as Vivian Ward in PRETTY WOMAN: The Musical. \nSupporting roles are played by Jock Kleynhans (Neighbourhood\, Janice Honeyman’s Beauty and the Beast Pantomime\, Twelfth Night) as the bridegroom Sky\, and best friends Pepper played by Adriano Carlos (The Little Mermaid\, A Chorus Line\, and Beauty and the Beast) and Daniel Conradie (Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat\, My Fair Lady\, Hairspray) as Eddie.  Sophie’s friends Ali and Lisa are played by Jordan Rogers (Beauty and the Beast\, Pinocchio\, PRETTY WOMAN: The Musical) and Michelle Juncker (Noises Off\, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat\, PRETTY WOMAN: The Musical). \nThe ensemble is packed with talent. Jemma-Claire Weil (Judy\, No Place Like Home In Concert);  Angelica Hattingh (CHICAGO The Musical\, My Fair Lady\, Peppa Pig Live);  Yethu Kibi (Heathers\, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat\, Pippin); Nicolette Fernandes (We Will Rock You\, CHICAGO The Musical\, MAMMA MIA!); Liyabuya Gongo (Thirst\, Workers Chant\, Swan Lake);  Shannyn Fourie (Cabaret\, The Mousetrap SA and New Zealand Tour\, Showboat UK);  Tshego da Silva (Raise Your Voice\, Beauty and the Beast) and Dance Captain Claire Boswell (Singin’ in the Rain\, West Side Story\, We Will Rock You).  \nLogan James (Private Presley\, Under the Streetlight); Bradley Smith (MAMMA MIA!\, Beauty and the Beast\, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat); Dylan du Plessis (Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat\, Adventures in Pantoland\, Beauty and the Beast);  Nkosinathi Mazwai (The Addams Family: The Musical\, May I Have this Dance\, CHICAGO The Musical); James Mc Phail (A Chorus Line\, Fiddler on the Roof\, Love! Valour! Compassion!); Kenneth Meyer (Matilda\, Ordinary Days\, We Will Rock You); Chichi (Cinderella Jr\, Sarafina!\, CHICAGO The Musical); and Jonathan Raath (Matilda the Musical\, CHICAGO The Musical\, PRETTY WOMAN: The Musical) complete the ensemble. \n \nReturning members of the creative team include Janice Honeyman (Director)\, Duane Alexander (Choreographer)\, Denis Hutchinson (Set & Lighting Design)\, Alistair Kilbee of Gearhouse Splitbeam (Technical Director)\, Darren Greeff (Associate Producer plus Resident Director and Choreographer) and Peter Taylor (Company Manager). New additions are David Classen (Sound Design)\, Birrie le Roux (Costumes)\, Frances Moerdyk (Wigs) and Daniel Geddes (Music Director). \nWritten by Catherine Johnson\, MAMMA MIA! is the enchanting tale of family and friendship that unfolds on a Greek island paradise. “Lay All Your Love on Me!” On the evening of her wedding\, daughter and bride-to-be Sophie invites three men from her mother’s past back to the island they visited 20 years ago in the hope of discovering which one is her father. This major international “guaranteed feel-good musical” features the timeless ABBA songs composed by Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus\, including Knowing Me\, Knowing You; Dancing Queen; I Have A Dream; Voulez Vous and many more. It’s a story of love laughter and friendship. It’s a wedding\, It’s a party!  \n“MAMMA MIA! is a gift that keeps on giving\,” says Hazel Feldman of Showtime Management. “ABBA’s music is timeless and the story is fun and upbeat\, and – with such an incredible cast and creative team in place for this production\, we know South African audiences are guaranteed a great feel-good show.” \nA 20% Early Bird special discount is available for the month of April 2026 across the top two ticket prices valid for Thursday\, 03 September and Wednesday 04 September at Artscape and Wednesday\, 21 Oct and Thursday 22 October at Montecasino’s Teatro. The “Early Bird” special offer does not apply to any other show discount. T’s and C’s apply. \nMAMMA MIA!\, with all its sensational music\, sublime cast and happy vibes\, is musical entertainment for the whole family with a broad appeal to audiences of all ages. Book now at Showtime.co.za or Ticketmaster.co.za.  Enjoy reduced ticket prices every Terrific Tuesday\, as well as discounted group bookings on groups of 20+ tickets available via sales@showtime.co.za. \nTicketmaster is the ONLY official exclusive ticketing agent and tickets should not be purchased from any other supplier or outlets. \n#mammamiaSA
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