Jazz sisters behind the decks
As jazz month draws to a close, DJ duo and real-life sisters, Kopano and Mamello Pule, also known as Marume Femme, will hold an event to celebrate women in jazz.
The Heroines of Jazz Concert will be on at the Shades of Summer boutique hotel in Centurion, Pretoria, on 28 April.
Nothemba Madumo, who hosts the Sunday evening jazz show on 702 and Cape Talk will be the MC.
In addition to the spinning sisters, fans will also enjoy sounds from Bokang Ramatlapeng, Linda Tshabalala and Nelee Khumalo.
“This event is about paying homage to women in jazz — in all their aspects — not just as jazz artists but women who have contributed vastly to the culture,” Mamello says.
Kopano says it is also a moment for young people to immerse themselves in jazz culture and understand that it is a fundamental source of good music.
“Young people love jazz and this is a space for them to learn and love the sound and also understand that it is in most of the music they listen to,” she says.
Tickets are R250 at Computicket. Festivities start at 11am.
Hang out in Joburg’s diverse artistic landscape
Contra.Joburg, in its third year, promises an exhilarating showcase of creativity next month.
Over two days, with 13 studio spaces and nearly 170 artists participating, the event highlights Johannesburg’s vibrant art scene.
From 25 to 26 May, visitors are invited to explore the city’s diverse artistic landscape.
Formerly known as Open Studios, now Contra.Joburg, this has become a cornerstone of Johannesburg’s cultural calendar, celebrating the city’s emergence as a global art hub.
This event offers a unique opportunity for art enthusiasts to talk to local artists and witness the creative process first-hand.
As Johannesburg continues to assert its position as a dynamic cultural centre, events like Contra.Joburg play a crucial role in fostering community engagement and supporting the city’s artistic community.
Black-and-white pics illuminate local colour
On 2 May, renowned photographer Arthur Dlamini will be hosting a walk-through of his AbaNtu Exhibition at The Kwantu Art Space, at The Social Table in Maboneng, Johannesburg.
He describes it as more than “just an art showcase; it is an immersive journey into the lives and stories of individuals across South Africa”.
Dlamini’s black-and-white portrait collection features individuals from all walks of life: from cultural legends to everyday citizens.
The photographer’s eye captures the essence of each subject and, as his media release states, the works “allow the viewer to go on a journey of exploration, empathy and apathy of their South African brothers and sisters”.
The event on 2 May will include a guided walk-through of the collection, live musical entertainment, culinary experiences and premium dining packages.
For more information and ticket purchases, contact Neo at 083 212 1794. The exhibition will run until 8 June, open from 9am to 6pm, from Monday to Sunday.
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