Johannesburg
Proudly hosted by
WOMAD
@ The Market in Joburg
WOMAD @ The Market in Joburg hosts a three-day intensive series of performances and workshops (29 September to 1 October) in and around the Market Theatre Precinct. This ambitious and eclectic self-contained festival serves as a catalyst for Joburg’s inner city cultural rejuvenation.
The John Kani Theatre hosts a diverse variety of musically themed concerts.
Friday night’s official opening presents an exciting two-header entitled “Ancestral Afro-Hispanic Connection”. Embedded with a strong sense of indigenous tradition, the dynamic award winning 15-member Herencia de los Rios from Colombia celebrates WOMAD SA’s “twinning” partnership with the Petronio Álvarez Pacific Music Festival in the city of Cali.
“Fandá – an African/Spanish Story” is a conceptual musical theatre piece that explores the African origins of flamenco and traces the paths of slavery through imperial Seville and beyond. Directed, composed and libretto by César Tovar Cruz, with live music by Rey Chams from Spain, Nobuhle, the guitars of Micah Myles and Lebz Muzo from South Africa, and narration by Ghaisik from Nigeria.
Saturday’s “African Voyage of Discovery” concert features Senegalese mbalax superstars Saintrick, the spiritually uplifting Italo-Ethiopian group Atse Tewodros Project and Guinean kora superstar N’Faly Kouyate, known as the “Jimi Hendrix of the kora”.
Sunday’s “Legends Concert and Lifetime Achievement Awards” honours South African icons The Mahotella Queens, African Jazz Pioneers and Vusi Mahlasela together with N’Faly Kouyate.
Our own Jessica Mbangeni joins 15-member indigenous / traditional group Herencia de los Rios from Colombia for a special performance.
Also on Saturday, American feminist Honky Tonk Group The Merlettes featuring our very own AuzTebza will launch their new collaboration in an intimate concert at AMPD Studios.
Kippies is the venue for Fringe Theatre works and will host a blend of fresh performances from young artists. The sets of work delve into questions of identity, hope, wellbeing, and historic awareness. The programmed pieces in the intimate 50-seater space promise an engaging journey for the audience who will be able to encounter inventive storytelling elements.
The Mannie Manim Theatre hosts Blacksmith, the 2022 Zwakala Festival winners. Thabo Ramaine and Lonwabo Bhele bring their thought-shifting production to WOMAD, in perfect synchrony with the spirit of Heritage Month. This production confronts the pivotal moments that have shaped the African trajectory under the weighty yoke of colonialism.
The Barney Simon Theatre is the venue for Skin We Are In, a play with music for young audiences that offers fresh science-backed perspectives on race and diversity. It is based on the popular book by Sindiwe Mgoma and Nina Jablonksi. Performed by the Kwasha! Theatre Company – a small ensemble of exciting young talents that takes its name from the isiZulu interjection which, loosely translated, means ‘It’s on fire!’
The iconic Nikki’s Oasis will celebrate its 28-year legacy by hosting a program of international and local jazz which includes “Beyond Words: AfroNaarm Showcase ft. Australian DRMNGNOW, legendary multi-instrumentalist Craig Calhoun (Australia/USA) and rising Zimbabwean stars Sylent, NGQ, Ceeko, Niasha and Tamvela.
The JazzLand exhibition and installation is created in dialogue with jazz appreciators from Katlehong. Ngoma kaMphahlele’s work takes us into the sounds and life of what he has termed JazzLand, an intergenerational confluence of music, image and life with an augmented reality element which embeds videos, sound and interactive multimedia content onto the exhibited photographs.
Another exciting offering includes a Visual Arts component curated by Sara Hallatt from OpenStudios.Joburg and the META Foundation. This program connects and extrapolates the music visually and provides festival audiences with a multisensory experience that is both memorable and immersive while introducing local visual artists to new audiences.
Across the square, AMPD Studios will host recording sessions and workshops -and in line with job creation and exposure The Newtown Mall Junction will host a Fashion Showcase in the Glass House featuring emerging young designers and musicians to round off a rich cultural weekend.
Activities & Performances
Friday
29 September
JOHN KANI THEATRE
“ANCESTRAL AFRO-HISPANIC CONNECTION”
Herencia de los Rios (Colombia). Embedded with a strong sense of indigenous traditions, this dynamic award-winning 15-member group celebrates WOMAD SA’s “twinning” partnership with the Petronio Álvarez Pacific Music Festival in the city of Cali.
Fandá – an African/Spanish Story (Spain/South Africa/Nigeria). A conceptual piece that explores the African origins of flamenco and traces the paths of slavery through imperial Seville and beyond. Directed, composed and libretto by César Tovar Cruz, with live music by Rey Chams from Spain, Nobuhle, Micah Myles and Lebz Muzo from South Africa, and narration by Ghaisik from Nigeria.
19H30 – R120.00
For Booking Enquiries – Nokuthula Makoa nokuthulam@markettheatre.co.za (Reception) 011 832 1641 / Ticket bookings: 083 246 4950 or visit Webtickets –https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Search.aspx?search=womad
BARNEY SIMON THEATRE
“Skin We Are In”
The Barney Simon Theatre reopens after extensive renovations with Skin We Are In. A play based on the book by Dr Sindiwe Magona and Dr Nina Jablonksi (Published by New Africa Books), adapted for the stage by award-winning playwright, Omphile Molusi, which is brought to life by the KwaSha! Theatre Company (Windybrow Arts Centre). The play is made for 12 to 15 year-olds but suitable for all ages.
18H00 – R100.00
For Booking Enquiries – Nokuthula Makoa nokuthulam@markettheatre.co.za (Reception) 011 832 1641 / Ticket bookings: 083 246 4950 or visit Webtickets –https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Search.aspx?search=womad
MANNIE MANIM THEATRE
“Blacksmith”
Zwakala Festival 2022 winners, Thabo Ramaine and Lonwabo Bhele bring their thought-shifting production to WOMAD, in perfect synchrony with the spirit of Heritage Month. This production confronts the pivotal moments that have shaped the African trajectory under the weighty yoke of colonialism
19H00 – R100.00
For Booking Enquiries – Nokuthula Makoa nokuthulam@markettheatre.co.za (Reception) 011 832 1641 / Ticket bookings: 083 246 4950 or visit Webtickets –https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Search.aspx?search=womad
KIPPIES FRINGE
“Songs of Hope” by Lovechild Music
Standard Bank Ovation Award winner Vuyiseka Maguga’s music transcends language. The young musician with the big voice takes her audience on an emotional musical journey of her life story, dreams and desires to be recognised globally for her unique sound.
20H00 – R100.00
For Booking Enquiries – Nokuthula Makoa nokuthulam@markettheatre.co.za (Reception) 011 832 1641 / Ticket bookings: 083 246 4950 or visit Webtickets – https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Search.aspx?search=womad
Kippies is the venue for Fringe Theatre works and will host a blend of fresh performances from young artists. The sets of work delve into questions of identity, hope, wellbeing, and historic awareness. The programmed pieces in the intimate 50-seater space promise an engaging journey for the audience who will be able to encounter inventive storytelling elements.
THE PHOTO WORKSHOP GALLERY
Jazzland multimedia exhibition
A multi-media installation by Ngoma kaMphahlele created in dialogue with jazz appreciators from Katlehong.
15h00 to 21h30 – fREE
For Booking Enquiries – Nokuthula Makoa nokuthulam@markettheatre.co.za (Reception) 011 832 1641 / Ticket bookings: 083 246 4950 or visit Webtickets –https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Search.aspx?search=womad
MANNIE MANIM FOYER
Visual Arts Exhibition
Curated by Sara Hallatt from OpenStudios Joburg and the META Foundation with a multi-sensory visual approach.
15h00 to 21h30 – fREE
For Booking Enquiries – Nokuthula Makoa nokuthulam@markettheatre.co.za (Reception) 011 832 1641 / Ticket bookings: 083 246 4950 or visit Webtickets –https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Search.aspx?search=womad
Activities & Performances
Saturday
30 September
AMPD STUDIOS
No Buhle (South Africa)
A varied and captivating artist that brings a powerful voice and stage performance.
16H30 – FREE CONCERT PERFORMANCE
Newtown Junction mall, New town, 100 Carr Street Newtown Johannesburg 2000
081 707 6636
The Merlettes (USA) feat AusTebza
This unique crossing of genres bring New Mexico based feminist honky tonk country stars, The Merlettes, together with local afro-pop singer and bassist AusTebza. A collaboration such as this has never previously been attempted – and the results should be intriguing!
17h00 – FREE CONCERT PERFORMANCE
Newtown Junction mall, New town, 100 Carr Street Newtown Johannesburg 2000
081 707 6636
Activities & Performances
Saturday
30 September
JOHN KANI THEATRE
“African Voyage of Discovery”
With Saintrick (Senegal), Atse Tewodros Project (Ethiopia/Italy) & N’Faly Kouyate’ (Guinea)
As Peter Gabriel says “I guarantee anyone to come to a WOMAD Festival and not be knocked out by a group from the African Continent that you have never heard of”.
This concert offers a taste of the very best in Pan African music styles. Master griot and storyteller N’Faly Kouyate from Guinea is one of the finest exponents of the kora in the world and is known as the “Jimi Hendrix of the kora”. Senegalese superstars Saintrick offer a groove-based fusion of traditional mbalax and Congolese rhythms; Atse Tewodros Project (Ethiopia/Italy) is the only existing Italo-Italian group in the world which has origins in traditional Ethiopian music fused with jazz influences. Their new album “Maqeda” is dedicated to female figures of Ethiopian history and mythology and the rituals of women focused ethnic groups.
15H00 – R100.00
For Booking Enquiries – Nokuthula Makoa nokuthulam@markettheatre.co.za (Reception) 011 832 1641 / Ticket bookings: 083 246 4950 or visit Webtickets –https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Search.aspx?search=womad
“Music Arena Showcase”
MASKANDI CONCERT
Experience the pulse of South African maskanda music at its finest under the spotlight of The Music Arena – home to Gallo Music and Content Connect Africa.
Featured artists include Imithente, Felikhono and Don Dada.
19h30 – R200.00
For Booking Enquiries – Nokuthula Makoa nokuthulam@markettheatre.co.za (Reception) 011 832 1641 / Ticket bookings: 083 246 4950 or visit Webtickets –https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Search.aspx?search=womad
Activities & Performances
Saturday
30 September
BARNEY SIMON THEATRE
“Skin We Are In”
The Barney Simon Theatre reopens after extensive renovations with Skin We Are In. A play based on the book by Dr Sindiwe Magona and Dr Nina Jablonksi (Published by New Africa Books), adapted for the stage by award-winning playwright, Omphile Molusi, which is brought to life by the KwaSha! Theatre Company (Windybrow Arts Centre). The play is made for 12 to 15 year-olds but suitable for all ages.
14H00 & 18H30 – R100.00
For Booking Enquiries – Nokuthula Makoa nokuthulam@markettheatre.co.za (Reception) 011 832 1641 / Ticket bookings: 083 246 4950 or visit Webtickets –https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Search.aspx?search=womad
Activities & Performances
Saturday
30 September
MANNIE MANIM THEATRE
“Blacksmith”
Zwakala Festival 2022 winners, Thabo Ramaine and Lonwabo Bhele bring their thought-shifting production to WOMAD, in perfect synchrony with the spirit of Heritage Month. This production confronts the pivotal moments that have shaped the African trajectory under the weighty yoke of colonialism.
15H30 & 19H00 – R100.00
For Booking Enquiries – Nokuthula Makoa nokuthulam@markettheatre.co.za (Reception) 011 832 1641 / Ticket bookings: 083 246 4950 or visit Webtickets –https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Search.aspx?search=womad
Activities & Performances
Saturday
30 September
KIPPIES FRINGE
“Text me When You Arrive”
The play is inspired by the daily plight of women in South Africa, inside their homes and on the streets. In the play, three friends make a YouTube video, advising women on “how to not get raped and killed in South Africa”. Text Me When You Arrive was devised and written by the cast Aaliyah Matintela, Sibahle Mangena and Thuli Nduvane. The show is directed by Sinenhlanhla Mgeyi. MoMo Matsunyane has served as a Mentor & Contributor on the production.
Trigger warning: Content relating to sexual assault.
Age Recommendation: 15+
Duration 60 minutes
20h00 – R130.00
For Booking Enquiries – Nokuthula Makoa nokuthulam@markettheatre.co.za (Reception) 011 832 1641 / Ticket bookings: 083 246 4950 or visit Webtickets –https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Search.aspx?search=womad
Activities & Performances
Saturday
30 September
THE PHOTO WORKSHOP GALLERY
“JazzLand Exhibition”
Curated by Sara Hallatt from OpenStudios.Joburg and the META Foundation, this program connects and extrapolates the music visually and provides festival audiences with a multisensory experience that is both memorable and immersive while introducing local visual artists to new audiences.
All Day EvenT – FREE
For Booking Enquiries – Nokuthula Makoa nokuthulam@markettheatre.co.za (Reception) 011 832 1641 / Ticket bookings: 083 246 4950 or visit Webtickets –https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Search.aspx?search=womad
Activities & Performances
Saturday
30 September
MANNIE MANIM FOYER
“Visual Arts Exhibition”
Curated by Sara Hallatt from OpenStudios.Joburg and the META Foundation, this program connects and extrapolates the music visually and provides festival audiences with a multisensory experience that is both memorable and immersive while introducing local visual artists to new audiences.
All Day EvenT – fREE
For Booking Enquiries – Nokuthula Makoa nokuthulam@markettheatre.co.za (Reception) 011 832 1641 / Ticket bookings: 083 246 4950 or visit Webtickets –https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Search.aspx?search=womad
Activities & Performances
Saturday
30 September
THE GLASS HOUSE, NEWTOWN JUNCTION MALL
“Fashion Show”
The Newtown Mall presents an installation-based Fashion Showcase in its beautiful Glass House featuring emerging young designers and musicians to round off a rich cultural weekend.
12H00 TO 14H00 – fREE
Newtown Junction mall, New town, 100 Carr Street Newtown Johannesburg 2000 · ~20,3 km
081 707 6636
Activities & Performances
Saturday
30 September
NIKI’S OASIS JAZZ CLUB
“Katlego Phahlane & The Bath Band”
19h30
138 Lillian Ngoyi Street Newtown 2001
011 838 9733
Activities & Performances
Sunday
1 October
JOHN KANI THEATRE
“The Legends Concert & Lifetime Achievement Awards”
Enjoy electrifying live performances by true icons The Mahotella Queens, African Jazz Pioneers, Vusi Mahlasela, N’Faly Kouyate’ (Guinea) & Herencia de los Rios (Colombia).
WOMAD SA, in partnership with the City of Johannesburg presents Hilda Tloubatla, African Jazz Pioneers, Vusi Mahlasela, Dr. Victor, N’Faly Kouyate’ and John Lindemann with Lifetime Achievement Awards.
As an extra-special treat, the concert also includes a performance by 15-member indigenous / traditional group Herencia de los Rios from Colombia with Jessica Mbangeni as a Special Guest.
15H00 – R250.00
For Booking Enquiries – Nokuthula Makoa nokuthulam@markettheatre.co.za (Reception) 011 832 1641 / Ticket bookings: 083 246 4950 or visit Webtickets –https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Search.aspx?search=womad
Activities & Performances
Sunday
1 October
BARNEY SIMON THEATRE
“Skin We Are In”
The Barney Simon Theatre reopens after extensive renovations with Skin We Are In. A play based on the book by Dr Sindiwe Magona and Dr Nina Jablonksi (Published by New Africa Books), adapted for the stage by award-winning playwright, Omphile Molusi, which is brought to life by the KwaSha! Theatre Company (Windybrow Arts Centre). The play is made for 12 to 15 year-olds but suitable for all ages.
14H00 – R100.00
For Booking Enquiries – Nokuthula Makoa nokuthulam@markettheatre.co.za (Reception) 011 832 1641 / Ticket bookings: 083 246 4950 or visit Webtickets –https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Search.aspx?search=womad
Activities & Performances
Sunday
1 October
MANNIE MANIM THEATRE
“Blacksmith”
Zwakala Festival 2022 winners, Thabo Ramaine and Lonwabo Bhele bring their thought-shifting production to WOMAD, in perfect synchrony with the spirit of Heritage Month. This production confronts the pivotal moments that have shaped the African trajectory under the weighty yoke of colonialism.
15h30 – R100.00
For Booking Enquiries – Nokuthula Makoa nokuthulam@markettheatre.co.za (Reception) 011 832 1641 / Ticket bookings: 083 246 4950 or visit Webtickets –https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Search.aspx?search=womad
Activities & Performances
Sunday
1 October
KIPPIES FRINGE
“Text Me When You Arrive”
The play is inspired by the daily plight of women in South Africa, inside their homes and on the streets. In the play, three friends make a YouTube video, advising women on “how to not get raped and killed in South Africa”. Text Me When You Arrive was devised and written by the cast Aaliyah Matintela, Sibahle Mangena and Thuli Nduvane. The show is directed by Sinenhlanhla Mgeyi. MoMo Matsunyane has served as a Mentor & Contributor on the production.
Trigger warning: Content relating to sexual assault.
Age Recommendation: 15+
Duration 60 minutes
12H30 – R130.00
For Booking Enquiries – Nokuthula Makoa nokuthulam@markettheatre.co.za (Reception) 011 832 1641 / Ticket bookings: 083 246 4950 or visit Webtickets –https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Search.aspx?search=womad
“Songs of Hope” by Lovechild Music
Standard Bank Ovation Award winner Vuyiseka Maguga’s music transcends language. The young musician with the big voice takes her audience on an emotional musical journey of her life story, dreams and desires to be recognised globally for her unique sound.
16H00 – R100.00
For Booking Enquiries – Nokuthula Makoa nokuthulam@markettheatre.co.za (Reception) 011 832 1641 / Ticket bookings: 083 246 4950 or visit Webtickets –https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Search.aspx?search=womad
Activities & Performances
Sunday
1 October
THE PHOTO WORKSHOP GALLERY
“JazzLand Exhibition”
Curated by Sara Hallatt from OpenStudios.Joburg and the META Foundation, this program connects and extrapolates the music visually and provides festival audiences with a multisensory experience that is both memorable and immersive while introducing local visual artists to new audiences.
All Day EvenT – FREE
For Booking Enquiries – Nokuthula Makoa nokuthulam@markettheatre.co.za (Reception) 011 832 1641 / Ticket bookings: 083 246 4950 or visit Webtickets –https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Search.aspx?search=womad
Activities & Performances
Sunday
1 October
MANNIE MANIM FOYER
“Visual Arts Exhibition”
Curated by Sara Hallatt from OpenStudios.Joburg and the META Foundation, this program connects and extrapolates the music visually and provides festival audiences with a multisensory experience that is both memorable and immersive while introducing local visual artists to new audiences.
All Day EveNT – FREE
For Booking Enquiries – Nokuthula Makoa nokuthulam@markettheatre.co.za (Reception) 011 832 1641 / Ticket bookings: 083 246 4950 or visit Webtickets –https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Search.aspx?search=womad
Activities & Performances
Sunday
1 October
THE GLASS HOUSE, NEWTOWN JUNCTION MALL
“Fashion Show”
The Newtown Mall Junction presents an installation based Fashion Showcase in its beautiful Glass House featuring emerging young designers and musicians to round off a rich cultural weekend.
12H00 TO 14H00 – FREE
Newtown Junction mall, New town, 100 Carr Street Newtown Johannesburg 2000 · ~20,3 km
081 707 6636
Activities & Performances
Sunday
1 October
NIKI’S OASIS JAZZ CLUB
“Alexander “The Hurricane” Beets ”
15h30
138 Lillian Ngoyi Street Newtown 2001
011 838 9733
Activities & Performances
Sunday
1 October
BREEZEBLOCK, BRIXTON
“Saintrick (Senegal) & Atse Tewodros (Ethiopia/Italy)”
Intimate and up close and personal performances by Senegalese superstars Saintrick and Atse Tewodros Project (Ethiopia/Italy).
17H00
Limited Audience Capacity: Booking Essential
Bookings: 078 175 2556
Workshops
Friday
29 September
SOPHIATOWN REHEARSAL STUDIO – MARKET THEATRE
Free Workshops
10H30 – “An Introduction to WOMAD”
An inside view of Peter Gabriel’s global festival which has been in 32 countries around the world.
Presented by Dan Chiorboli, WOMAD SA Festival Director.
11H30 – “The Power of Emotive Storytelling”
Delving into the important points and intricacies of ensuring that your point comes across in your stories. For emerging creative authors, composers and storytellers.
Presented by Kim August, Freelance author, storyteller and artist.
13H00 – “Distribution Streams”
How to access revenue from the many complex avenues of the modern digital world.
Presented by Pule Mokoa, Head of A&R for Content Create Africa.
14h00 – “The Role of a Record Label”
Unpacking the different elements of a modern record label and how it can help the artist.
Presented by Gabisile Shabangu, General Manager of Content Create Africa.
15h00 – “Know Your Rights – Copyright Law”
Arguably the most important aspect of an artist’s knowledge base. Touching on the most vital “must know” elements.
Presented by Nick Matsukis, Copyright Lawyer & ASE Director.
For Booking Enquiries – Nokuthula Makoa nokuthulam@markettheatre.co.za (Reception) 011 832 1641 / Ticket bookings: 083 246 4950 or visit Webtickets –https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Search.aspx?search=womad
Workshops
Saturday
30 September
AMPD STUDIOS
Free Workshops
11h30- “Colombian Indigenous Music”
Herencia de Los Rios (Colombia).
13H00 – “The Art of Songwriting” – Masterclass
Interactive Session. An immersive deep dive into the tools and tips behind the composition of great songs. Aspirant artists are invited to bring their instruments and notebooks as this is an interactive hands-on session.
Presented by Kristina Jacobsen, widely travelled and renowned international singer-songwriter from the USA.
15H00 – “standing your ground: women and nonbinary musicians in the music industry” – masterclass
It’s the same all over the world – women having to fight for their share of the action.
AusTebza, Shellie Morris (Australia) & The Merlettes (USA)
16H30 – “concert”
Dr. Shellie Morris (Australia)
17H00 – “concert”
The Merlettes (USA) feat AusTebza
Newtown Junction mall, New town, 100 Carr Street Newtown Johannesburg 2000
081 707 6636