--- title: "A street food festival and Kate Liu's piano recital — things to do, places to see this week around South Africa" description: "Your weekly round-up of go-to events around South Africa." 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/2022-09-15-from-festivals-to-opera-things-to-do-places-to-see-this-week-around-south-africa-3/" published: "2022-09-15T20:00:11" updated: "2022-09-12T22:35:29" lang: "en-ZA" word_count: 947 --- # A street food festival and Kate Liu's piano recital — things to do, places to see this week around South Africa > Your weekly round-up of go-to events around South Africa. By Christina Makochieng · Published 15 September 2022, 22:00 SAST · Updated 13 September 2022, 00:35 SAST ## Content #### **FESTIVALS** **Durban Street Food Festival 2022** Described as the “biggest street food festival” in Durban, this popular event is back for its 2022 edition. Guests can expect diverse cuisine options, food trucks, a crafts and fashion arena, as well as performances from local artists such as Veranda Panda and Tim Lewis. Full weekend passes cost R150 per person and are available via [Quicket](https://www.quicket.co.za/events/173716-durban-street-food-festival-2022/?ref=events-list#/). **Where:**The Pavilion, Durban **When:**23 – 25 September [**The Johannesburg Succulent Society Succulent Fest**](https://www.facebook.com/events/5317591615021458/?ref=newsfeed) Discover and learn more about South Africa’s diverse plant life. This succulent show will allow attendees to interact with experts and ask questions about all of the “one-of-a-kind specimen plants” on display. Entry is free. **Where:**The Floreum, Emmarentia **When:**17 September **The Hilton Arts Festival** ![PIETERMARITZBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - SEPTEMBER 14: The Hilton Arts Festival 2019 at Hilton College Theatre on September 14, 2019 in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa. The festival, which largest theatrical event of its kind in KwaZulu-Natal, aims to bring the pick of South Africa?s high quality performing art to the province. The festival also includes art exhibitions, quality craft, food and drink, live music. (Photo by Gallo Images/Darren Stewart)](https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/-KxaVw-vyC_DRdcMMcWlE8pc_-w=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif\(\)/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/ED_180950.jpeg) *The Hilton Arts Festival 2019 at Hilton College Theatre on September 14, 2019 in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa. Image: Gallo Images / Darren Stewart* ![PIETERMARITZBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - SEPTEMBER 14: Jaques de Silva in Evil during the Hilton Arts Festival 2019 at Hilton College Theatre on September 14, 2019 in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa. The festival, which largest theatrical event of its kind in KwaZulu-Natal, aims to bring the pick of South Africa?s high quality performing art to the province. The festival also includes art exhibitions, quality craft, food and drink, live music. (Photo by Gallo Images/Darren Stewart)](https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/b53BtqNuCiPKkDFsCF4maREVUqc=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif\(\)/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/ED_180973.jpeg) *Jaques de Silva in 'Evil' during the Hilton Arts Festival 2019 at Hilton College Theatre on September 14, 2019 in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa. Image: Gallo Images / Darren Stewart* As one of the biggest art festivals in the country, attendees can look forward to an extensive programme spotlighting visual and performing arts presentations. Among the shows set to take the stage are *Mad About the Boys*,*Firefly*,*Whistleblowers*,*Horn of Sorrow*, *A Vegan Killed My Marriage*, and more. Ticket prices vary per show and can be purchased via [Quicket](https://www.quicket.co.za/organisers/28244-hilton-arts-festival/). **Where:**Hilton College, Hilton **When:**23 – 25 September **Dullstroom Country Festival** The fourth volume of the annual “country lifestyle” festival promises to give visitors the best that local food and music has to offer. On the line-up are South African musicians Jaryd Smith, Crystal Park, Naledi, Simone Govender and Anke O. The festival is a family-friendly affair and various arts and crafts vendors will be on site. Tickets cost R295 for adults, R195 for teens, and R125 for children. All tickets can be purchased via [Quicket](https://www.quicket.co.za/events/169781-dullstroom-country-fest-vol4/?ref=events-list#/). The event will run from 10am to 6pm. **Where:**Dunkeld Country & Equestrian Estate, Dullstroom **When:**24 September [**Calamari Festival 2022**](http://www.stfrancistourism.co.za/events--2/calamari-festival) Presented by St Francis Bay Tourism, the festival will give attendees the opportunity to sample an array of local seafood and wine. A Calamari Cook-Off will be held to determine the winning calamari dish. Visitors will get the chance to have their say, by casting votes based on their favourite picks by purchasing tasting tickets. The event is also centred around the Calamari Tops Wine Festival. Live performances will close off the event. Festival passes cost R50 per person, while tasting tickets cost R100 per person. All tickets are available via [Quicket](https://www.quicket.co.za/events/184035-calamari-festival-2022/?ref=events-list#/). **Where:**The Village Green, St Francis Bay **When:**23 – 24 September **\*\*\*** #### **MUSIC** [**Kate Liu Piano Recital**](http://www.baxter.co.za/kateliurecital) Celebrated Singaporean-American pianist Kate Liu will be taking the stage for one night only. The concert will feature performances of the works of Polish composer Frédéric Chopin. The show will begin at 7pm and tickets are available on [Webtickets](https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Event.aspx?itemid=1516317603), at R220 per person. **Where:**Baxter Theatre Centre, Cape Town **When:**23 September [**Spring Symphonies at The City Hall**](https://www.cpo.org.za/new/pec-events/spring-symphony-3/1663876800/) The Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra presents a concert led by Belgian conductor Rik Ghesquière. The concert will feature performances by violinist Tim Kliphuis, cellist Peter Martens, pianist Charl du Plessis and saxophonist Liam Burden. Tickets cost R275 per person and are available via [Computicket](https://tickets.computicket.com/event/spring_symphonies_at_the_city_hall/7191706). The show begins at 8pm. **Where:**City Hall, Cape Town **When:**22 September [**Baroque with a Twist**](https://ctbaroque.co.za/festival/) Kicking off the annual Cape Town Baroque Festival is a live concert by Dutch violinist Tim Kliphuis and South African pianist Charl du Plessis. The morning will feature musical improv at its finest, as well as “baroque, classical and jazz styles” of music. A panel discussion will close off the event, allowing members of the public to ask questions and learn more about the artists’ musical journeys. The show starts at 11am. Ticket prices range between R80 and R200 and are available via [Webtickets](https://pnp.webtickets.co.za/Performances.aspx?itemid=1486393021). **Where:**Baxter Theatre Centre, Cape Town **When:**24 September **Keenan Meyer Live in Concert: The Heritage Experience** Jozi-born musician [Keenan Meyer](https://www.mandelarhodes.org/scholarship/scholars/keenan-meyer/) is set to perform at his alma mater, the University of Pretoria. The classically trained artist is known for his 2021 album *The Alchemy of Living*, which exudes “jazz elements” and “South Africa’s rich musical soundscape”. General admission tickets cost R320 per person and can be purchased via [Plankton](https://plankton.mobi/Events/EventBooking/9674ef35-3328-ed11-9713-00155d636701). The show starts at 7pm and ends at 9pm. **Where:**The Javett Art Centre, Pretoria **When:**23 September **\*\*\*** #### **ART** **In Conversation: Yinka Shonibare CBE, RA** ![Celebrated British-Nigerian artist Yinka Shonibare at the Goodman Gallery during the opening of his solo exhibition 'Ruins Decorated' on September 01, 2018 in Johannesburg, South Africa. Shonibare, also known as ‘Picasso in reverse, delights art lovers with his playful and inventive creations. (Photo by Gallo Images / Sunday Times / Simphiwe Nkwali)](https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/Rw7EZf7vPDf2c8cERfWyVlLbTIc=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif\(\)/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/AV_00076584.jpg) *Celebrated British-Nigerian artist Yinka Shonibare at the Goodman Gallery during the opening of his solo exhibition 'Ruins Decorated' on September 01, 2018 in Johannesburg, South Africa. Image: Gallo Images / Sunday Times / Simphiwe Nkwali* Join a conversation with British-Nigerian artist, [Yinka Shonibare CBE, RA](https://zeitzmocaa.museum/artists/yinka-shonibare/), on the topics of “colonialism, materiality, appropriation” and history. Shonibare is known for working with various mediums and materials such as traditional Ankara fabric. The discussion begins at 11am and ends at 12:30pm. [Entry](https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1518044234) is free with Zeitz MOCAA museum access. **Where:**Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa, Cape Town **When:**17 September **\*\*\*** #### **THEATRE** **L’elisir d’amore (The Elixir of Love)** Opera fans will now be able to see the production live. A comedy, *The Elixir of Love* tells the tale of the courtship of “the beautiful Adina” by her love-struck admirer Nemorino. The production was directed by South African soprano Magdalene Minnaar and composed by the late Italian musician Gaetano Donizetti. Tickets cost R150 per person and are available via [TixSA](https://tickets.tixsa.co.za/event/l-elisir-d-amore-touring-production). **Where:**Hoërskool Ermelo Auditorium, Ermelo **When:**23 – 24 September **DM/ML**