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Exodus (Movement of the people)
Ticket Cost
R150 - R200Start Date
May 16 2024Theatre
ArenaDuration
1hr 20min
Join us in celebrating 30 years of Democracy as Bongani Sotshononda takes you on a captivating musical journey, from its inception to the present day. This special production, presented during Africa Month, is led and composed by the internationally acclaimed percussionist, chromatic marimba, vibraphonist, multi-instrumentalist, educator, and versatile musician, Bongani Sotshononda. Alongside a 9-piece orchestral ensemble featuring a diverse group of internationally recognized South African musicians, we bring you an electrifying performance that showcases the evolution of music over the past two decades and into the 21st century.
Exodus Music, arranged by Lonwabo Diba Mafani, will be enriched by an eclectic blend of indigenous instruments, Western and classical instruments, and a vocal ensemble. Our ensemble includes Bongani Sotshononda on chromatic marimba and vocals, Lonwabo Diba Mafani on piano and vocals, Janna Khweis on violin, Ruby Truter on vocals, Seul Pearl Jung on cello, Lerato Skhosana on acoustic guitars, Stephen De Souza on double bass, Keketso Bolofo on percussion, and Kurt Bowers on drums.
Don’t miss this unforgettable musical experience that celebrates the rich cultural tapestry of South Africa and its journey towards democracy.
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