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Vendor Applications are closed for 17 March 2018 and will reopen Nov, 2018.
PLANNING FOR AFRICA’S COLOURFUL AND DIVERSE STREET PARTY
Cape Town, 14 December 2017 – The Cape Town Carnival, which takes place on 17 March 2018 has become a must-attend event for both locals and out-of-towners. With Cape Town having many other big events in March next year, its best to start planning your trip to the...
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CAPE TOWN CARNIVAL CHANGES LIVES FOR THE BETTER
Cape Town, 30 November 2017 – The Cape Town Carnival plays a vital role in bringing people together in many communities throughout the Western Cape, with citizens from disparate demographic and regional groups collaborating before and during the annual spectacle. More...
CELEBRATING THE MOTHER CITY AND MOTHER NATURE
Creatively exploring the natural wonders of the Cape Cape Town, 27 October 2017– Cape Town is known globally as one of the most beautiful cities in the world, not only for its stunning natural treasures but also its warm and welcoming people. It is relevant and...
PROFILE: Choreographer, Mbovu Malinga
33-year old Mbovu Malinga is an arts-and-development consultant and freelance dance teacher from Pelican Park who has worked with a variety of Cape Town NGO’s. Mbovu was introduced to The Cape Town Carnival by contemporary African dance company Jazzart Dance Theatre...
JHOOMKAR’S JOURNEY OF CREATIVE DISCOVERY
Photo: Jeffrey Abrahams. Story: Veena Sukha. The ability to participate and to step out of one’s comfort is an empowering one. One realises that with diligence and constant practice anything and everything is possible. The Arts should not have any barriers of entry,...
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