IF YOU are looking for a lekker chilled evening of cultured music then look no further, as the jazz division of Stellenbosch University’s music department will be featuring two South African jazz icons.
Capetonian composer and multi-instrumentalist Hilton Schilder and celebrated jazz guitarist Bheki Khoza will grace the stage this Saturday at Endler Conservatorium situated oppie hoek van Victoria and Neethling Street.
This concert will serve as a collaborative effort between these two iconic artists and Stellenbosch University (SU) Jazz Band and Ramon Alexander’s Maties Jazz Society.
Schilder’s music is arranged and conducted for the SU Jazz Band by Pascal Haas.
This concert promises to showcase the division’s strong commitment to honouring South African jazz.
The show will also feature vocals, violin, and flute, played by students of SU Conservatorium to build bridges between classical western music and jazz.
Join this celebration of Khoza’s and Schilder’s musical legacy that adds a new dimension to their signature sounds. Don’t miss this unique performance, where tradition meets innovation in a spectacular jazz experience.
Tickets are available on Webtickets and start from R65.
LAG MY KLAAR
Get ready to kick off your weekend with non-stop laughter at the Grande Comedy Night this Friday and laugh out loud with South Africa’s sharpest comedians, serving up fresh jokes and the kind of belly laughs that make you forget all about the week’s stress.
This Friday, Simmi Areff is the host and is best known for his quick tongue and perfect set up for every punchline with headliner well known comedian KG Mokgadi. KG is a comedy heavyweight whose storytelling prowess and outrageous observations will have you rolling in your seat.
It is all going down at the Grand Cafe so be sure to come early, grab a drink and let the laughter flow. The Grand Cafe also serves up baked treats and gourmet goodies.
Entry is available at R80 and R50 on Quicket.
Doors open at 6.30pm and the laughter starts at 7pm.
KIDS DO SHAKESPEARE
The 15th annual Shakespeare Schools Festival South Africa (SSFSA) takes place this weekend at the District Six Homecoming Centre and will run until 31 May, featuring 48 drama groups in dynamic, abridged renditions of Shakespeare’s best-loved plays.
As Africa’s largest youth drama festival, SSFSA has worked with over 15 000 learners and 1 000 teachers since 2009. This year welcomes School 1306 Moscow, a UNESCO-associated, International Baccalaureate school based in the south-west of the city.
The school is bringing a cast of nine Russian students directed by English actor Jonathan Salway and with original music by Andrey Borisov.
SSFSA fosters literacy, self-expression, and inclusivity, welcoming blind, deaf, and physically challenged performers. With translated scripts and training for teachers and learners, the festival remains a dynamic platform where diverse voices bring Shakespeare to life.
Gig guides
Friday night is ladies night at Hanover Street in GrandWest with music by Masoodah, Ashton Parenzee, Jaryd Busch, Krazy K and Sergus. Ladies enter free till 10pm and entry is R90.
The Address presents Liam Hans, DJ Rollstoel, Mia Mia and more this Friday. Entry is R50 before 10pm and doors open at 9pm.
Jagger Lounge presents Jagger Fridays with beats by Liam Cue, Liam Hans, Ikon and more. Doors open at 9pm.
It’s Big Meg’s birthday shutdown this Saturday at Hanover Street in GrandWest with performances by Ricky vani Frontline, 21 Promo, Pengi featuring Alicious 101, Deecee, Bianca Klazen and many more. Entry is R130 at the door. The party starts at 9pm.