--- title: "From creative workshops to festivals – things to do, places to see this week around South Africa" description: "Here is your weekly round-up of go-to events around the country, from art exhibitions, to festivals, concerts and trail runs." type: "NewsArticle" publisher: "Daily Maverick" site: "https://www.dailymaverick.co.za" section: "OUT & ABOUT" author: "Christina Makochieng" author_url: "https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/author/christina-makochieng/" canonical_url: "https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2022-08-18-from-creative-workshops-to-festivals-things-to-do-places-to-see-this-week-around-south-africa/" published: "2022-08-18T20:00:28" updated: "2022-08-19T10:51:04" lang: "en-ZA" word_count: 855 --- # From creative workshops to festivals – things to do, places to see this week around South Africa > Here is your weekly round-up of go-to events around the country, from art exhibitions, to festivals, concerts and trail runs. By Christina Makochieng · Published 18 August 2022, 22:00 SAST · Updated 19 August 2022, 12:51 SAST ## Content #### **FILM** **Sweet Adventure: A film by Peter Hamblin** From celebrated South African-born director [Peter Hamblin](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8477878/) comes a new film release, *Sweet Adventure*. The [surf film](https://stabmag.com/news/watch-trailer-for-peter-hamblins-new-film-sweet-adventure/) is narrated by sports commentator Selema Masekela (son of the late South African musician Hugh Masekela), documenting a surfing trip toEl Salvador. The screening will run from 8pm to 10pm. Tickets cost R50 and are available via [Quicket](https://www.quicket.co.za/events/183226-sweet-adventure/?ref=events-list#/). **Where:**The Labia Theatre, Cape Town **When****:**26 August 2022 ![Comic Con Cape Town hosts Don't Breathe 2 Horror Night at the Labia Theatre on October 02, 2021 in Cape Town, South Africa. Image: Gallo Images / ER Lombard](https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/bFFx5WVF3JTu031tpU3PROtJ8p8=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif\(\)/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/HEADER-ED_335679.jpeg) *Comic Con Cape Town hosts Don't Breathe 2 Horror Night at the Labia Theatre on October 02, 2021 in Cape Town, South Africa. Image: Gallo Images / ER Lombard* \*\*\* #### **WORKSHOP** [**FAME Week Africa**](https://www.facebook.com/events/720767065680320/?ref=newsfeed) FAME Week provides a platform for exhibitors and presentations centered on the entertainment industry, namely film, animation and music. The event facilitates an exchange of ideas between industry leaders and creators. Listen to Netflix director of Africa OriginalsDorothy Ghettuba, and Nickelodeon VP of recruitment and talent development Camille Eden. Tickets are available via [Quicket](https://www.quicket.co.za/events/176847-the-content-sessions-presented-by-fame-week-africa/#/) for R500. The event runs from 10am to 2pm. **Where:**Cape Town International Convention Centre, Cape Town **When:**24-26 August 2022 \*\*\* #### **THEATRE** **Marikana – The Musical** For the 10-year anniversary of the [Marikana massacre](https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/marikana-massacre-miners-police-killings-anniversary/), comes a musical based on the tragedy that took place on 16 August 2012. The production is based on writer Thanduxolo Jika’s [novel](https://www.amazon.com/going-kill-each-other-today/dp/0624063453), *We Are Going to Kill Each Other Today: The Marikana Story*. Tickets are available via [Quicket](https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Event.aspx?itemid=1515893203) at R150. The show is age-restricted to viewers 13 and up. **Where:**The South African State Theatre, Pretoria **When:**10-28 August 2022 ![Aubrey Poo & Meshack Mavuso-Magabane during Marikana - The Musical Opening Night at Drama Theatre at State Theatre on August 05, 2022 in Pretoria, South Africa. The musical is an award winning adaptation by Aubrey Sekhabi of the novel entitled ?We Are Going To Kill Each Other Today The Marikana Story?. Image: Gallo Images / Oupa Bopape](https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/atUvTWI8jL6jwDKMLXeagxtW_Rk=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif\(\)/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/ED_395163.jpeg) *Aubrey Poo & Meshack Mavuso-Magabane during Marikana - The Musical Opening Night at Drama Theatre at State Theatre on August 05, 2022 in Pretoria, South Africa. The musical is an award winning adaptation by Aubrey Sekhabi of the novel entitled ?We Are Going To Kill Each Other Today The Marikana Story?. Image: Gallo Images / Oupa Bopape* **Shakti** Bollywood-inspired flair, song and dance come to life in this new stage production. The show is a celebration of the “power of a woman”. It runs for 90 minutes. Tickets are available via [Computicket](https://tickets.computicket.com/event/shakti___a_dance_spectacular/7193581/7193594/14848), with seating prices ranging from R180 to R250. **Where:**Gold Reef City Casino, Johannesburg **When:**27 August 2022 **Île | Created by Sophie Joans** *Île* is a one-woman show conceptualised by an award-winning duo, writer-performer extraordinaire [Sophie Jones](https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2022-06-23-a-brief-list-of-some-of-the-shows-not-to-be-missed-at-this-years-national-arts-festival/) and director Rob van Vuuren. The [story](https://www.thedramafactory.co.za/show/sop2022/) follows a young Sophie on her journey “to visit her ancestral home: Mauritius”, where Jones herself comes from. Themes surrounding the nuances of familial relationships take centre stage. Tickets cost R100 and are available via [Quicket](https://www.quicket.co.za/events/182991-le-created-by-sophie-joans/#/). **Where:**Avalon Auditorium, Cape Town **When:**22 – 27 August 2022 \*\*\* #### **MUSIC** #### **Brass Collective** Featuring the works of both local and international musical greats, the show presents the music of Malcolm Forsyth, Giovanni Gabrieli, Malcolm Arnold, Michael Kamen and Björk. The [quintet](https://elegant-entertainment.com/entertainment/brass-collective/) Brass Collective is made up of Philip Cox, Alex Urban, Chris Bishop, Justin Sasman and Danél Mecloen. Tickets cost R110 and are available via [Quicket](https://www.quicket.co.za/events/172424-brass-collective/?ref=events-list#/). The show starts at 6:30pm and ends at 8pm. **Where:**North West University School of Music & Conservatory Hall, Potchefstroom **When:**27 August 2022 **Oppitrack Family Music Festival** Prepare for a night of music with some of the country’s most recognised musicians. The line-up includes Flashback Fridays, Dawie de Jager, Demi-Lee Moore, Janie Bay, Majozi and more. Food and drinks will be sold and a children’s theme park is available. Tickets cost between R100 and R300 and are available via [Plankton](https://plankton.mobi/Events/EventBooking/90cbe5c4-e3bf-ec11-80df-0cc47a93d288#cart). **Where:**Eduplex Sport, Pretoria **When:**27 August 2022 [YouTube video: "YouTube video"](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CY9QR_au0FU) \*\*\* #### **WOMEN’S MONTH** **Women’s Month High Tea & Paint Class** Beginning at 10am, this is a two-hour-long event that includes high tea and painting classes led by artist Seeantha Odayar. Tickets cost R100 per person and are available via [Quicket](https://www.quicket.co.za/events/183101-womens-month-high-tea-paint-classes/?ref=events-list#/). **Where:** Westwood Mall, Durban **When:** 20 August 2022 **STORYLab Storytelling – Bold Women** [STORYLab](https://storylab.org.za/) stages a new event: four women will speak for 20 minutes, followed by a session in which attendees can engage and ask questions. The speakers include environmentalist Karoline Hanks, businesswoman Notukela Makohliso, writer Cathy Park Kelly and trail-runner Jean Payne. Tickets are R250 via [Quicket](https://www.quicket.co.za/events/184355-storylab-storytelling-bold-women/?ref=events-list#/). **Where:**Erin Hall, Cape Town **When:**27 August 2022 \*\*\* #### **FOOD** **The Herald Cooking Masterclass – High Steaks** In this latest session, attendees will be taken through the art of cooking, with the theme being “High Steaks”. It will be led by professional chefs and all ingredients are provided. Tickets cost R300 and are available via [Quicket](https://www.quicket.co.za/events/165736-the-herald-cooking-masterclass-high-steaks/?ref=events-list#/). The class begins at 6pm and ends at 8pm. **Where**: Capsicum Culinary Studio, Gqeberha **When**: 25 August 2022 \*\*\* #### **FLOWER SHOW** [**Hopefield Fynbos Show**](https://hopefieldfynbos.co.za/) This annual show is dedicated to “the conservation of the fynbos biodiversity zones” and features stunning flower displays, exhibitions and educational talks. The 2022 [programme](https://hopefieldfynbos.co.za/program-programme/) will also feature performances from Juanita van Jaarsveld, Dylon Austin, Wikus Botma and more. Tickets cost R40 and are available via the official [website](https://hopefieldfynbos.co.za/kontak-ons/). **Where:** Hopefield Fynbos Park, Hopefield **When:** 25-28 August 2022 **DM/ML** --- Visit [*Daily Maverick's* home page](https://www.dailymaverick.co.za?utm_source=direct&utm_medium=in_article_link&utm_campaign=homepage) for more news, analysis and investigations ---