Festival of lights at Joburg Zoo
Joburg Theatre, in association with the City of Johannesburg entities Joburg City Parks and Zoo and City Power, is excited to present the fourth programme on the annual Festival of Lights.
As the Festival of Lights marks its third year on the Jozi festival calendar by offering a treat for all ages, Tribhanghi Dance Company will transport audiences into a world of rich culture fusion through dance from December 14 to 19.
Tribhangi means ‘three bends in a body’, which is shown through their unique presentation, challenging experimentation, enthusiasm and energy–hallmarks of every Tribhangi performance.
The dance company’s work seeks to reflect a profound sensitivity, respect, understanding and knowledge of the cultures through dance. They boast a repertoire that includes African, Indian, contemporary and Afro-fusion.
Adhering to all social distancing and Covid legislation, patrons can enjoy the exciting programme of beautiful lights, diverse live music, dance, food and much more under the stars at the Joburg Zoo.
Kicking off the 3rd week of the #FestivalofLights @JoburgParksZoo with Xoli B.@CityPowerJhb @CityofJoburgZA pic.twitter.com/R4QWx6lbT9
— Joburg Theatre (@joburgtheatre) December 7, 2021
Patrons are encouraged to bring out their picnic blankets and enjoy food and beverages for all ages from the food stalls.
Sharing the stage with Tribhangi is the incredible performance from Shef and the Kitchen, a live performing international band born in the dusty streets of Orange Farm.
With their original lyrics in Isizulu, Xitsonga and English, the Afro-jazz funk band is a force to be reckoned with.
The band was recently invited to perform at the 2019 Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras World Festival in Chennai, India. Locally, Chef and the Kitchen has performed in more than 100 shows around South Africa and is known for its electrifying performance.
Performances will take place from 19:00 to 22:00 and patrons are encouraged to arrive from 18:00 and allow ample time for Covid screening that will be done at the entrance.
Patrons are encouraged to bring along their camping chairs and picnic blankets to sit on as they listen and enjoy entertainment under Joburg’s starry night sky.
The festival will adhere to the level one lockdown Covid protocols and patrons are urged to observe them.
Tickets are available HERE priced at R75 for children three to 12 years, R90 for pensioners and R150 for children 12 years and older and adults and children under three enter free.
Don’t forget to book your tickets for the #JoburgFestivalofLights!
• 10% Discount on Group bookings- Discounted from 10 Tickets and more
• R90 for pensioners
• R150 for kids 12+ and adults
Visit our website to book https://t.co/G1mZpXVPcl pic.twitter.com/tePjHGRbOb— Joburg Theatre (@joburgtheatre) December 7, 2021
Joburg Theatre is also excited to share that patrons could qualify for a 10% discount for a group of 10 and above.
As a disclaimer, the festival organisers would like to inform the public that entertainment will be weather dependent and they request that, while all efforts will be made to communicate with ticket buyers, patrons, especially the walk-ins who plan to buy tickets at the gate, need to follow updates on Joburg Theatre social media pages should there be any last-minute event cancellations because of bad weather.
Festival-goers are also asked to allow for extra time for Covid screening procedures when they attend the festival.
Keep up to date with the festival on our social media platforms; Facebook, Instagram or visit the website.
The full programme for the Festival of Lights:
• December 14 – 19: Chef and the Kitchen and Tribhangi Dance Theatre
• December 21 – 26: Christmas Carols
• December 28 – January 2: Bongi Mthombeni and Brenda Mtambo
