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Women in Jazz concert 2025
Ticket Cost
R350 - R600Start Date
Aug 09 2025Theatre
Opera HouseDuration
3hrs
A Soulful Celebration
Join Bush Radio in celebrating its 30 years of legal broadcasting for an unforgettable evening of rhythm, soul, and empowerment as Bush Radio proudly presents “Women in Jazz” – a concert celebrating the powerful voices, bold creativity, and timeless artistry of women in the jazz world. This vibrant showcase will feature an all-women line-up of local jazz artists, each bringing their unique sound to the stage. From the smooth vocals of Babalwa Mentjies to experimental fusions of the Lady Day Big Band, the night promises a rich tapestry of jazz that spans generations and genres.
Auriol Hays will pay tribute to legendary trailblazer Nina Simone through song and storytelling. Women in Jazz is more than a concert – it’s a celebration of heritage, resilience, and the transformative power of music. Come experience the magic of jazz through the lens of its fiercest pioneers and future icons.
Powered by Bush Radio – the Mother of Community Radio in Africa.
Duration: 3hr ; 30min-interval
Age Restriction: No under12s
Kindly note Artscape provides wheelchair seating. You can book directly via this website but should you require assistance please call Artscape Dial-a-Seat on 021 421 76 95 who will assist with navigation and booking.
Parking is available at the Cape Town Civic Centre’s basement parking, Mondays to Fridays between 6pm and 11pm. Parking will be available on Saturdays and Sundays as well as public holidays, for matinee and evening performances. Access to the parking area is via Jan Smuts Street.
• No cash will be accepted/handled at the entry point;
• Payments can be made with Debit/Credit card;
• The parking fees are as follows: - Normal fee: R40.00; - Pensioners: R30.00;
• The gate to the parking will be closed 15 minutes after the starting time of a performance and opened after the performance;
• For security reasons, patrons will be required to inform the attendant which production they are attending, you may also provide proof of a reservation to a production or an event, or proof of invitation to a production or event, at the entry point;
• Patrons are to contact the emergency number (021) 400 2828 in the event of an emergency;
• For your safety a security guard will be stationed at the garage entry
Limited facilities for wheelchairs are available in the Opera House and Theatre in accordance with safety regulations. Wheelchair seats can be booked at the Artscape Box Office, at any Computicket outlet, or through the Computicket call centre. Please note that the Arena is not wheelchair friendly. Toilets for wheelchair-bound patrons aresituated in the Marble and Chandelier Foyers of the Opera House and on the lower level of the Theatre Foyer. Limited parking bays are available for bona fide Disabled Parking Disc Holders in the tunnel area opposite the Stage Door entrance, and in the staff parking area. A drop-off facility is available in the tunnel area for patrons who have difficulty walking. Prior arrangements in all regards should be made with the Theatre Manager.
WheelchairsDisabled Parking and Wheelchairs are available on site but should be pre-booked by contacting Artscape Dial-a-seat on 021 421 7695