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Some truly diverse and incredible events showcased at Maitisong during the month of AUGUST 2009 !
The Drakensberg Boys choir performed on the
1st August at MAITISONG . The afternoon concert was P60 per person - 14h00 till 15h00
at Maitisong.
Over 500 school children from various schools were hosted at NO charge at this mini performance by the BOYS.
The Evening Performance at P120-00 per person ( inclusive of a warm mug of fresh soup and freshly baked bread) started 19h30 at Maitisong . What a truly lovely evening !
In addition, Maitisong and Choppies in association with Northside Primary School hosted a CHORAL WORKSHOP which was conducted by the Johann Van Der Sandt and the Drakensberg Boys Choir. This included 3 One hour sessions from 9am to 12pm ( inclusive of a tea break) at Northside Primary School There was no Charge. This was of particular benefit to teachers, choir members and boys interested in joining a choir and enjoy music. This choir has achieved international acclaim and has a reputation for maintaining an exceptional musical standard. The Drakensberg Boys Choir is well known and cherished for its unique style of diversity and has been touring extensively across the globe since 1971. With its unique African repertoire containing various traditional works such as ‘Shosholoza’ and ‘Night sounds’ its Classical, Rock, Pop Jazz, and Folk tips, the choir is bound to set the stage ablaze.The choir, which is a representative of multi-faceted cultures that make up
South Africa has created a new trend in the international choral scene that transcends the conventional. The choir which is always made up of boys between nine and fifteen years of age has already received a special award at Disney’s Magic Kingdom in recognition of the pleasure they brought to the American audiences, and at the request of the Vatican sang at papal audience in the presence of 25 000 people. The choir has achieved international acclaim and a reputation for maintaining an exceptional musical standard. Many first time concert goers expect to hear only classical and formal choral music but the choir treats and delights audiences with a refreshing programme of Jazz, popular, religious, classical and folk music from Bach and Beethoven to Mercury and African.
PICTURES : The Drakensberg Boys performing at Maitisong . In the front row ( centre) is our very own Daniel Masita , who auditioned last year and has subsequently gone to join the boys in the Drakensberg - We are very proud of him !
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BIG LOU, THE ACCORDION PRINCESS,
Sunday 2nd August - at 12h00 gates opened12h15: Maru a Pula Marimbas13h45: Big Lou and the Polka CasseroleHand over of accordion to Maru a Pula Principal, Andy TaylorPicture : The No. 1 Ladies' Opera House - hosted this beautiful event.
BIG LOU AND DAVE performing with
ALPORT MHLANGA the driving force behind the Maru-a-Pula Marimbas - Pictured above.
Big Lou, the accordion princess, fell passionately in love with the accordion 25 years ago. The love affair has never dimmed. From the waltzes of France to beer-drinking songs from Germany, from Polish Polkas to norteno corridos, Big Lou plays it all.
Lou hails from California, not a traditional hotbed of accordion music. She picked up the instrument in Central Texas while doing a stint as a country-western piano player. She has played the accordion with a punk polka band, an all-accordion novelty act, and a French cabaret trio, just to name a few. Lately, Lou has been playing as a duo with her husband David on bass. They are both thrilled and honored to play in Gaborone.
ON THE ..... 8th August
This young dance group both produced and directed this event.This show formed part of the initiative Maitisong has started to encourage young performers toutilise and showcase their talent by producing their OWN shows.Actively working at promoting themselves and building their own market and creating an awareness of their group in the publics eye.AND THEN14th AugustBOTA proudly hosted theDrama Competition
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THE NATIONAL JUNIOR SEMI FINALIST
HAVE BEEN SELECTED ...
THE SELECTION OF THE TOP SIX TOOK PLACE AT THE
SEMI FINALS ON THE
21ST AUGUST ( FRIDAY)
at MAITISONG
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Saturday 22nd August saw the
MISS EARTH 2009event take place at 19h30 - P150-00
Nancy on 72627127 was the contact for this event
and
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"Etre et Avoir" was screened at Maru a Pula School on the 25th August 2009 at 7 pm.
The Gaborone Film Society brought this wonderful French movie about the joys and pains of being a school teacher in France.
and ...
THEN HOT... HOT...HOT ...
Musical Cabaret - Adults only
A story for every Kind of woman who needs to be loved. And every man who loves every kind of woman.
Shaken Not Stirred a Musical/ Cabaret, set in a Stop-over bar with seven lead characters, all women from different walks of life. The show began with the introduction of Melinda, a corporate woman who is so successful in her work life and yet so unlucky in love. As the story continues we meet a diverse group of women ranging from the prostitute and gold digger to the bitter woman and perfect house wife. Although all these women are different, there is one factor that ties them all together, and that is their longing to just be loved.
The entire story was told through music and song, performed by our very own talented young artists.
The show opened
Thursday - August 27th 2009 at Maitisong Theatre
and will ran for THREE NIGHTS ONLY
through to Saturday the 29th August .
Maitisong theatre was transformed into a cocktail lounge … altering the atmosphere to suit this very unique performance .
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OUT AND ABOUT WAS JUST AS BUSY WITH ....
On at Botswana Craft ....
the legendary
Oliver Mtukudzi & Steve Dyer performed live on
Friday 28th Aug at Botswanacraft from 7.00pm.
Tickets were P150 each.
Artists performing included Oliver Mtukudzi, Sam Mtukudzi, Tendai Mataure, Never Mpofu, Steve Dyer, Bokani Dyer, Rampholo Molefhe, Lister Boleseng - all accomplished musicians in their own right.
This show was made possible with support from Air Botswana, Gabzfm 96.2, Botswana Guardian and the Gaborone Sun.************************************************
Farmers / Food marketwas held onSaturday the 29th of August in Kgale.
following the concept used at the Jozi Food market / Bryanston Organic market and offer wholesome, home-made produce and crafts.
i.e. Breads, Olives, Cheeses, Organic / Homegrown Veggies, Pickles, Biscuits, Cakes, Gourmet Food, Plants, Pies, Vermiculture, Coffee, Confectionery, Honey, Free Range Eggs, Flowers, Nuts, Jams, Books, Juices etc.Interested participants could contact : Marianne on +267 713 50660 or marianne.whatley@gmail.com
It is hoped to make it a bi-monthly event !!
*********************************************With it being Holiday time again...The Art of Living youth programsscheduled
for August school holidays included two courses during these holidays:1.The Youth Empowerment & Skills YES! is a fun and challenging
life-skills and leadership program that provides young adults with
practical knowledge, and effective tools to reduce stress, manage
negative emotions, and develop social, and leadership skills. This
course is open to young adults between the age of 12 and 15 years.
Some of the benefits of the course include
-Reduced stress
- Increased concentration & focus
- Ability to manage negative emotions
- Improved self-esteem & confidence
- Enhanced brain function*
- Greater creativity
This course will be residential this time, at Mokolodi Nature Reserve,
24 - 27 Aug2. ART Excel (All Round Training in Excellence)is a highly effective
human-values training program for children between 8 - 12years of age.
Through fun and laughter, children learn valuable lessons on how to
share with others, work, and play in harmony, and develop a sense of
belonging. They become more self-expressive, comfortable, and natural,
even with diverse groups. Children learn simple but effective yoga,
and breathing processes that help to eliminate fear, anxiety, and
depression. Art Excel provides practical tools that enable children to
effectively handle the stress, and negative emotions.After undergoing the program, children demonstrate enhancement of
creative skills, improved memory, and concentration, development of
leadership qualities, and healthy emotions, clarity of mind as well as
improved interaction with their peers. Practise of these techniques
also increases mental clarity and focus. The ART Excel gives proper
direction to the
enthusiasm and dynamism in children.
This will be a non residential 5-day course at our new Art of Living
center near Main Mall, 17 - 21 Aug
for further views on international Art of Living youth, see the link below.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C0CwANWxosY*************************************************NEWS FROMThapong Visual Arts Centrewas a reminder that the Thapong Artist of the Year 2009 exhibition was oming up soon.
The deadline for submissions was the 14th August at 5pm at Thapong Visual Arts Centre, opposite the Village Clinic. Only members were allowed to enter, if your membership has expired or you are not a member, please contact Elsie or myself at the Thapong office. The maximum size for works is 90cm x 70cm.
The categories are painting, printmaking, sculpture, photography and mixed media works.
ALSO .....****************************************************************************AND EVEN MORE ......Please find below information from
Goodhope Art Studios.
We have scheduled a residency for emerging female artists throughout Africa for 8 weeks in January 2010.
See the link below for more details and application requirements:
http://www.itbuss.com/
residencies.php Regards, André Barnard
GoodHope Art Studios - goodhopeart@umthatelecom.co.za
www.goodhopeart.org / www.itbuss.com
Adam Tas Room, Castle of Good Hope, Cape Town
OR FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT :
Bopelo Arnold Gaothusi
Department of Culture and Youth
Private Bag 00185, Gaborone , Botswana
Tel: +267 3909222 Fax: +267 3909227 / +267 3910348 / +267 3910356
Mobile: +267 72233675
*************************************************Very Intensive & Regular Programs for French Language
PLUSA new session for the Setswana Language Course
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