Joburg Theatre in association with Joburg City Parks and Zoo and City Power are excited to present the second annual Festival of Lights from 22 November 2020 to 3 January 2021.
Following the successful turnout by Joburgers last year, the festival promises once again to present an unmissable line-up of live performances including music, ballet, dance, Christmas carols, opera, food and night market at the bandstand.
“The festival offers a unique experience for residents. It has truly been a challenging year for us as a nation and I encourage patrons to come out in numbers by wearing masks and keeping a social distance while enjoying the tranquil offering that Joburg Theatre has compiled,” says Cllr Margaret Arnolds, MMC of Community Development at the City of Johannesburg.
This year, the Festival of Lights has added new features to join the magnificent animal sculptures together with illuminated trees within the Zoo, combined with exciting live entertainment offerings is certainly not to be missed.
The festival kicks off with performances from two-time SAMA nominee, Timothy Moloi and the popular Joburg Ballet from 22 November 2020. The double bill performances will be enjoyed by the festival-goers exclusively at Joburg Zoo.
Festival-goers can expect an exciting and informative performance from the People’s Theatre from 1 to 6 December 2020. Now celebrating over 20 years of bringing great entertainment, the People’s Theatre promises to bring sparkling fun that all ages will enjoy.
“We are thrilled to present the festival once again, we embrace social distancing and Covid-19 regulations and promise to deliver a highly entertaining, world-class programme. The Festival of Lights is an unmissable experience and offers a unique family festive experience in a safe and nocturnal environment,” says Xoliswa Nduneni-Ngema, the Chief Executive Officer of Joburg City Theatres.
From 8 to 13 December, audiences will enjoy hip-hop dance from the talented Art of Dance from Ennerdale. These SA’s got Talent 2017 semi-finalists will have your jaw dropping on the amount of passion and talent they ooze Tribhanghi Dance Company will follow from 15 to 20 December and transport audiences to a world of rich cultural fusion.
Patrons are encouraged to bring picnic blankets and enjoy food and beverages for all ages from the food stalls.
“The Festival of lights is a unique after-hours experience in the build-up to the festive season. It is vital to nurture healthy minds and vibrant communities,” says Bryne Maduka, the Managing Director of Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo.
Festivalgoers will be treated to Christmas vibes all round until 27 December. The festival will wrap on a high with a festive market from 31 to 1 January followed by incredible performances from Shef and the Kitchen Music, a live performing international band from Orange Farm in the south of Johannesburg, and Bongi Mthombeni, an award-winning stage performer, actor and soulful musician with a string of accolades within the arts.
Tickets for the Festival are available at R90 for pensioners, R75 for kids and R150 for adults online at www.joburgtheatre.com or by calling 0861 670 670 for group bookings or www.webtickets.co.za and at selected Pick n Pay stores (full list at www.webtickets.co.za/pnpoutlets.aspx).
Patrons can also buy tickets by visiting the Zoo. Block bookings also available contact: Tlhopiso Sera on 011 877 6815.
