We’re approaching Women’s Month in August and the ladies are already gearing up to spread awareness at the Artscape Theatre.
The year marks the 13th incarnation of the Artscape Women’s Humanity Arts Festival (AWHAF) taking place from July 27 to August 16.
Artscape CEO Marlene le Roux is urging everyone to come, and steer away from the “women only” stereotypes attached to these kind of events.
“I can’t be prouder of this year’s all-encompassing programme. The Artscape Women’s Humanity Arts Festival is a dedication to all women - young and old, ordinary and extraordinary - who played (and continue to play) a role in the struggle for equality and liberty,” she says.
The programme includes stage productions, workshops, films, exhibitions and talks that focus on issues relating to (but not exclusive to) women, she says.
“Artscape encourages men and boys to attend, to listen, learn and contribute as true empowerment is about dignity and respect.
“The Festival also embraces and celebrates LGBTIQ+ rights as well as people living with disabilities - issues that are close to my heart.”
The fun kicks off on July 27 with the Absolutely Fabulously Drag show.
Camillo Lombard is in the musical director’s chair while Basil Appollis stitches it all together as the director. Tickets cost R150 for this show.
On 9 August, there will be a symbolic Humanity Walk starting at 8.45am at the Castle of Good Hope.
For more details, visit Computicket’s website or call Artscape Dial-A-Seat on 021 421 7695.