Hilton Arts Festival 2026
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The countdown to the Hilton Arts Festival 2026 has begun!
The countdown to the Hilton Arts Festival 2026 has begun!
Updated July 2026: Pretoria is home to five of the nine universities in the country. It makes sense then that the art produced and showcased in Pretoria reflects a vibrant cultural landscape.
Celebrate Women’s Month in Cape Town at the 20th annual Artscape Women’s Humanity Festival, taking place throughout August 2026
As the days cool down and staying in starts sounding just as appealing as heading out, paint and sip sessions are having a moment. Cosy vibes, good company and a glass of vino in hand while you let your creative side do its thing. No artistic talent required – promise. These guided painting experiences are all about switching off, zoning out and enjoying the process, brushstroke by brushstroke. And honestly, half the fun is surprising yourself. Perfect for date nights, catch-ups with friends or family, birthday celebrations or even a refreshingly different team-building idea.
From the moment the lights dimmed, the atmosphere inside Teatro was electric. The entire theatre (including the balcony and boxes) was packed – theatre culture is so back! No curtain hid the set on stage, and audience members were gazing upon a back alley, string lights, graffiti and hidden holes. The show started with lights dimming and “cats” roaming around the audience in a display of audience inclusion and interaction.
We know the pool and those cocktails are calling your name. But if you feel like slowing down and enjoying the cultural side of the season, here are some suggestions for when you need something different.
Retail therapy for collectors is taking on a new meaning in South Africa’s wealthiest square mile with the opening of Shemer. As Sandton cements itself as the country’s luxury capital, fine watches are fast becoming more than just status symbols — they’re the new face of smart investment.
Written by: Esther Moloi Every season brings a sense of newness with it, making it the perfect time to also look inwards and reflect. It
For the first time in nearly three decades, South Africa’s two premier ballet companies, Joburg Ballet and Cape Town City Ballet (CTCB), join forces for
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There is something about a violin. It instantly gives us goosebumps and our feet start tapping to the beat of the melodies. Then, our eyes
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It’s the month of love and with it comes that much anticipated dinner date on Valentine’s Day. Here are some of our favourite romantic restaurants
Written by: Renate Engelbrecht It was early on a summer’s morning when we phoned the composer, Caroline Leisegang. The interview had been set up a
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Travelling internationally soon? Then you would be happy to know that there’s a new luxury hotspot to try out at OR Tambo International Airport. We
Here’s your guide to things to do in your city – whether it’s Joburg, Cape Town, Durban or Pretoria – this weekend and beyond.
Brandon Phillips recently marked his debut with the country’s flagship orchestra, anticipating many more performances on their podium.
Lisa King, a name synonymous with art and exquisite spaces in South Africa, has once again delighted art enthusiasts by cutting the red ribbon and
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The idea for Love on Film didn’t come from a boardroom or a brief — it came from a desire to remember more than what lives fleetingly on a phone screen. In a world where thousands of images disappear into endless camera rolls, Love on Film was created as a reminder to slow down, be present, and preserve the moments that matter most.
When Ubuntu Film Co sent over their Accidentally Iconic Bundle, the intention wasn’t to review a product — it was to experience a different way of capturing life. What followed was a journey that took the camera from a bleisure trip in Cape Town to the cobbled streets of Italy in Winter, and ultimately shaped Love on Film into something deeply personal and universally relatable – rooted in real moments, real places, and real love.
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