26 Jul 2012
The South African government through the Department of Arts and Culture (DAC) in collaboration with DAC institutions the South African State Theatre, Ditsong Museums and the National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is hosting a celebration of South African arts, culture and heritage during the upcoming 2012 London Olympic games in a programme that begins on the 26th July 2012 and runs until the end of the multisport showpiece.
A diverse and stellar line-up which includes live performances, fashion, film, visual arts, crafts and more will put emphasis on the theme: “A retrospective of South African Arts and Culture” following SA’s centenary year focus during 2012 to draw the global community and South Africans alike to the “Ekhaya Village” - home away from home for South Africa, situated in the heart of London at the South Bank centre as part of the promotion of Mzansi’s Golden Economy. Aimed at presenting a South African cultural statement interlocked with the imaging of South Africa as a country that is “inspiring new ways”, the London Olympics cultural programme endeavours to enhance SA’s potential to creating opportunities for tourism, export and business investment. Furthermore, it is an opportunity to showcase the wealth of talent possessed by South Africans and reflect the rich South African culture, history and identity to a wide global audience.
Arts and Culture Minister Paul Mashatile will be present to officially open the Cultural programme on the 26th July 2012.
COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAMME LINE-UP
26 July 2012 |
Opening night - World Renowned Vusi Mahlasela, Madala Kunene and Africa Mamas will perform |
30 July 2012 |
“Kuyoze Kuyovalwa DJ Bash” special celebration of SA youth culture will feature
Flash Republic, Afurakan, Natalia Molebatsi, and the Indigenous. |
31 July 2012 |
SA comedy evening opens a night of festivities with Comedians Kedibone Molaudzi, Ronnie Modimolla, Nina Hastie and Eugene Schoonraad.
Highlight performances by the Parlotones, and Thandiswa Mazwai |
1,2,3 & 5 August 2012 |
SA film showcase will feature among others the newly released Gog’Helen, Lucky, Otelo Burning , Retribution and South African classic Mapatsula. |
4 August 2012 |
South African fashion showcase featuring 9 specially selected designers. Collections will feature traditional, ethnic, bridal, avant garde, classic and contemporary fashion in true rainbow nation style. Featured designers are Clinton Lotter, Craig Jacobs, Rubicon, Clinton Lotter, Naked Ape, Mosewamosa, Sbu Msimang, Gugulam and Suzaan Heyns. |
12 August 2012 |
Closing concert - Legendary Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse and Ringo Madlingozi |
Daily performances |
Dance Afrika Group |
Daily exhibitions |
A visual arts exhibition titled “Home Coming” which incorporates South African repatriated artworks created by South African artists during the Apartheid era will be on throughout the duration of the Olympics at the OXO Bargehouse Gallery. This includes works by Dumile Feni, Winston Saoli, Nat Mokgosi and Melissa Barnes. The exhibition is curated by Ifa lethu, from 1st August 2012.
The “Beautiful Things” craft exhibition at the Ekhaya Village will showcase the beauty of South African handcrafted product. |
For further information and enquiries regarding:
film screenings: Ms Azania Muendane + 44 758 720 7885 The National Film and Video Foundation
Live performances : Mr Aubrey Sekh abi on +27 79 979 4424 South African State Theatre
the Visual Arts Exhibition: Ms Carol Brown +2783 778 1192 / +031 202 3072
the “Beautiful Things” craft exhibition: Ms Xoliswa Phenya +2771 681 3921
the Fashion show: Ms Masana Chikeka +27 82 387 9011
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