Seattle Center Festal to Present SPIRIT OF WEST AFRICA, 5/11
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2013
Seattle Center Festal presents Spirit of West Africa, Saturday, May 11, 12 p.m. - 8 p.m., in Seattle Center Armory. The festival invites visitors to explore and experience the cultural roots and contemporary influences of West Africa through live performances, visual arts, hands-on activities, foods...
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2013
Seattle Center Festal presents Spirit of West Africa, Saturday, May 11, 12 p.m. - 8 p.m., in Seattle Center Armory. The festival invites visitors to explore and experience the cultural roots and contemporary influences of West Africa through live performances, visual arts, hands-on activities, foods...
Broadway in South Africa Moves 5th Anniversary Celebration to Avenues, the World School, 5/6
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2013
The previously announced Broadway in South Africa 5th Anniversary Celebration-a star-studded concert of original music based on essays and letters from South African students who participate in their youth development programs-will now take place at Avenues, the World School, a brand new state-of-th...
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2013
The previously announced Broadway in South Africa 5th Anniversary Celebration-a star-studded concert of original music based on essays and letters from South African students who participate in their youth development programs-will now take place at Avenues, the World School, a brand new state-of-th...
MY VROU SE MAN SE LYK SE TAS Opens at the State Theatre in April 2013
by Kelsey Denette - April 19, 2013
This year, Lefra Productions is presenting MY VROU SE MAN SE LYK SE TAS, an Afrikaans translation of the new Ray Cooney farce, FUNNY MONEY. This is one of Cooney's very successful farces from London's West End is being performed for the first time in South Africa in Afrikaans. Peet van Rensburg did ...
by Kelsey Denette - April 19, 2013
This year, Lefra Productions is presenting MY VROU SE MAN SE LYK SE TAS, an Afrikaans translation of the new Ray Cooney farce, FUNNY MONEY. This is one of Cooney's very successful farces from London's West End is being performed for the first time in South Africa in Afrikaans. Peet van Rensburg did ...
DoubleTree Opens First Hotel in South Africa
by Robert Diamond - April 15, 2013
Hilton Worldwide today announced the official opening of the first DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in South Africa - the 183-room DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town - Upper Eastside. Owned and operated by Upper Eastside Hotel (Pty) Ltd under a franchise license agreement, the newly renovated, upscale full-se...
by Robert Diamond - April 15, 2013
Hilton Worldwide today announced the official opening of the first DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in South Africa - the 183-room DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town - Upper Eastside. Owned and operated by Upper Eastside Hotel (Pty) Ltd under a franchise license agreement, the newly renovated, upscale full-se...
Overseas Adventure Travel Announces New Southern Africa Adventure for Late 2013
by Robert Diamond - April 09, 2013
In response to high demand for safaris and cultural immersion trips in Southern Africa, Overseas Adventure Travel (OAT) is launching a new small group adventure beginning in October 2013. The 17-day Southern Africa: South Africa, Zimbabwe, Namibia, and Botswana trip begins at $4495, or just $265 per...
by Robert Diamond - April 09, 2013
In response to high demand for safaris and cultural immersion trips in Southern Africa, Overseas Adventure Travel (OAT) is launching a new small group adventure beginning in October 2013. The 17-day Southern Africa: South Africa, Zimbabwe, Namibia, and Botswana trip begins at $4495, or just $265 per...
International Opera Company of the Month: Opera Africa
by BWW Features - April 08, 2013
In this month's featured International Opera Company, we bring you South Africa's Opera Africa delighting audiences since 1994....
by BWW Features - April 08, 2013
In this month's featured International Opera Company, we bring you South Africa's Opera Africa delighting audiences since 1994....
Hertz Partners With Holiday Holdings To Grow Southern African Outbound Car Rentals
by Robert Diamond - April 08, 2013
The Hertz Corporation (NYSE: HTZ) the world's largest general use car rental brand has appointed Holiday Holdings International as its exclusive General Sales Agent (GSA) in Southern Africa....
by Robert Diamond - April 08, 2013
The Hertz Corporation (NYSE: HTZ) the world's largest general use car rental brand has appointed Holiday Holdings International as its exclusive General Sales Agent (GSA) in Southern Africa....
VIDEO: First Look at Swank & Blethlyn in HBO's MARY AND MARTHA
by Tyler Peterson - March 25, 2013
Debuting SATURDAY, APRIL 20 (8:00-9:45 p.m. ET/PT), exclusively on HBO, and replaying on World Malaria Day, April 25, MARY AND MARTHA is executive produced by Tim Bevan, Eric Fellner, Juliette Howell and Liza Chasin and produced by Hilary Bevan Jones and Genevieve Hofmeyr. The film is an HBO Films P...
by Tyler Peterson - March 25, 2013
Debuting SATURDAY, APRIL 20 (8:00-9:45 p.m. ET/PT), exclusively on HBO, and replaying on World Malaria Day, April 25, MARY AND MARTHA is executive produced by Tim Bevan, Eric Fellner, Juliette Howell and Liza Chasin and produced by Hilary Bevan Jones and Genevieve Hofmeyr. The film is an HBO Films P...
THE DRIFTERS to Run Schools Music and Theatre Workshops in South Africa
by Kelsey Denette - March 21, 2013
Lefra Productions in association with Prism Music Group and Treadwells are pleased to announce that the international renowned group, The Drifters, will be touring South Africa from 3 to 13 April as part of their 60th Anniversary World Tour, The Drifters Diamond Dynasty World Tour. This will be The ...
by Kelsey Denette - March 21, 2013
Lefra Productions in association with Prism Music Group and Treadwells are pleased to announce that the international renowned group, The Drifters, will be touring South Africa from 3 to 13 April as part of their 60th Anniversary World Tour, The Drifters Diamond Dynasty World Tour. This will be The ...
California Exotic Novelties Sponsors Sexpo South Africa
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2013
California Exotic Novelties, the world's largest and most respected pleasure product manufacturer, is the main sponsor of Sexpo South Africa, March 7 - 9. Sexpo is a sexuality and lifestyle event which focuses on adult-related topics. It includes performances by local and international entertainers,...
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2013
California Exotic Novelties, the world's largest and most respected pleasure product manufacturer, is the main sponsor of Sexpo South Africa, March 7 - 9. Sexpo is a sexuality and lifestyle event which focuses on adult-related topics. It includes performances by local and international entertainers,...
Bloomberg TV Announces Partnership with Optima Media Group
by Caryn Robbins - February 28, 2013
The Bloomberg Media Group, a division Bloomberg L.P., today announced a multi-year rolling partnership agreement with Nigeria-based content provider, Optima Media Group, strengthening Bloomberg's position as a leading supplier of global business and financial news television across the African conti...
by Caryn Robbins - February 28, 2013
The Bloomberg Media Group, a division Bloomberg L.P., today announced a multi-year rolling partnership agreement with Nigeria-based content provider, Optima Media Group, strengthening Bloomberg's position as a leading supplier of global business and financial news television across the African conti...
60 MINUTES Ventures Out with Volunteers on 'Africa Mercy' Hospital Ship, 2/17
by Tyler Peterson - February 14, 2013
Few have changed the lives of people the way the volunteers on the Africa Mercy have. Serving aboard the world's largest civilian hospital ship, they have restored sight to thousands of people suffering from cataracts and returned smiles to victims of facial tumors and cleft palates whose deformitie...
by Tyler Peterson - February 14, 2013
Few have changed the lives of people the way the volunteers on the Africa Mercy have. Serving aboard the world's largest civilian hospital ship, they have restored sight to thousands of people suffering from cataracts and returned smiles to victims of facial tumors and cleft palates whose deformitie...
H2 to Premiere MIRACLE RISING: SOUTH AFRICA on 2/17
by Tyler Peterson - January 23, 2013
MIRACLE RISING: SOUTH AFRICA tells the remarkable story of South Africa's political transformation that culminated in the first free and fair elections in April 1994. Narrated through personal and intimate accounts from world leaders, politicians, celebrities and journalists, this thought-provokin...
by Tyler Peterson - January 23, 2013
MIRACLE RISING: SOUTH AFRICA tells the remarkable story of South Africa's political transformation that culminated in the first free and fair elections in April 1994. Narrated through personal and intimate accounts from world leaders, politicians, celebrities and journalists, this thought-provokin...
Retired Missionary Explores Her Memories of Life in Africa in PENDO
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2013
In her new book "Pendo: God Loves Africa!" (published by AuthorHouse), author Martha Kirkpatrick revisits her experiences of working as a missionary in Africa for 41 years. Her memoir offers readers a unique perspective of the development and independence of African countries, as well as the moderni...
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2013
In her new book "Pendo: God Loves Africa!" (published by AuthorHouse), author Martha Kirkpatrick revisits her experiences of working as a missionary in Africa for 41 years. Her memoir offers readers a unique perspective of the development and independence of African countries, as well as the moderni...
Joan Schrauwen's THE SALT OF MY DESIRE Discovers Hidden Desire and the Wisdom of the Ancients
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2013
Joan Schrauwen describes the journey of several individuals whose connected experiences compel them to attain self discovery, tragedy, and ultimately love, against the background of two of the most magnificent wilderness regions of Africa....
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2013
Joan Schrauwen describes the journey of several individuals whose connected experiences compel them to attain self discovery, tragedy, and ultimately love, against the background of two of the most magnificent wilderness regions of Africa....
Discovery Premieres New Seven-Part Series AFRICA Tonight
by TV News Desk - January 08, 2013
A Discovery Channel/BBC co-production fouryears in the making, AFRICA - premiering tonight, January 8, 2013 at 10PM E/P - is a seven-part series that brings the continent to life with never-before-filmed species, animal behaviors and secret, natural wonders of the world....
by TV News Desk - January 08, 2013
A Discovery Channel/BBC co-production fouryears in the making, AFRICA - premiering tonight, January 8, 2013 at 10PM E/P - is a seven-part series that brings the continent to life with never-before-filmed species, animal behaviors and secret, natural wonders of the world....
VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Discovery's New Series AFRICA
by - December 31, 2012
AFRICA - premiering Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at 10PM E/P - is a seven-part series that brings to life the continent as never seen before, including never-before-filmed species, animal behaviors and secret, natural wonders of the world. Get a sneak peek below!...
by - December 31, 2012
AFRICA - premiering Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at 10PM E/P - is a seven-part series that brings to life the continent as never seen before, including never-before-filmed species, animal behaviors and secret, natural wonders of the world. Get a sneak peek below!...
Discovery to Premiere New Seven-Part Series AFRICA, 1/8
by Caryn Robbins - December 05, 2012
A Discovery Channel/BBC co-production fouryears in the making, AFRICA - premiering Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at 10PM E/P - is a seven-part series that brings the continent to life with never-before-filmed species, animal behaviors and secret, natural wonders of the world....
by Caryn Robbins - December 05, 2012
A Discovery Channel/BBC co-production fouryears in the making, AFRICA - premiering Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at 10PM E/P - is a seven-part series that brings the continent to life with never-before-filmed species, animal behaviors and secret, natural wonders of the world....
Penelope Andrew's FROM CAPE TOWN TO KABUL Pursues Women's Human Rights
by Caryn Robbins - December 04, 2012
Albany Law School President and Dean Penelope (Penny) Andrews is the author of the newly published book FROM CAPE TOWN TO KABUL: Rethinking Strategies for Pursuing Women's Human Rights (Ashgate Publishing), which advances a new approach to pursuing human rights for women in developing democracies....
by Caryn Robbins - December 04, 2012
Albany Law School President and Dean Penelope (Penny) Andrews is the author of the newly published book FROM CAPE TOWN TO KABUL: Rethinking Strategies for Pursuing Women's Human Rights (Ashgate Publishing), which advances a new approach to pursuing human rights for women in developing democracies....
SONGS OF MIGRATION, A Musical Tribute to South Africa, Makes US Premiere at Kennedy Center, 10/17
by Jennifer Perry - October 17, 2012
The Kennedy Center brings the flavors of South Africa to Washington, DC tonight, October 17-20, 2012 with the US premiere of 'Songs of Migration' featuring the legendary Hugh Masekela....
by Jennifer Perry - October 17, 2012
The Kennedy Center brings the flavors of South Africa to Washington, DC tonight, October 17-20, 2012 with the US premiere of 'Songs of Migration' featuring the legendary Hugh Masekela....
SONGS OF MIGRATION, A Musical Tribute to South Africa, Makes US Premiere at Kennedy Center, 10/17
by Jennifer Perry - October 12, 2012
The Kennedy Center brings the flavors of South Africa to Washington, DC on October 17-20, 2012 with the US premiere of 'Songs of Migration' featuring the legendary Hugh Masekela....
by Jennifer Perry - October 12, 2012
The Kennedy Center brings the flavors of South Africa to Washington, DC on October 17-20, 2012 with the US premiere of 'Songs of Migration' featuring the legendary Hugh Masekela....
Africa Rural Connect Holds 'Second Chance Ideas Contest' thru Nov 30
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2012
Africa Rural Connect, an online program of the National Peace Corps Association that brings together people from around the world to help solve rural Africa's greatest challenges, recently announced a new contest designed to give a "second chance" to past submissions. The Second Chance Ideas Contest...
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2012
Africa Rural Connect, an online program of the National Peace Corps Association that brings together people from around the world to help solve rural Africa's greatest challenges, recently announced a new contest designed to give a "second chance" to past submissions. The Second Chance Ideas Contest...
ABC News Presents DISASTER IN THE DESERT Reports from West Africa
by Caryn Robbins - May 30, 2012
A humanitarian crisis looms in West Africa, and ABC's Bazi Kanani is there reporting from the hunger zone, where nearly 15 million people and roughly one million children are at risk -- that's roughly the number of children in New York City's public schools. ...
by Caryn Robbins - May 30, 2012
A humanitarian crisis looms in West Africa, and ABC's Bazi Kanani is there reporting from the hunger zone, where nearly 15 million people and roughly one million children are at risk -- that's roughly the number of children in New York City's public schools. ...
Signature Theatre Extends MY CHILDREN! MY AFRICA! Through June 17
by Kelsey Denette - May 29, 2012
Signature Theatre Company today announced a one-week extension for MY CHILDREN! MY AFRICA! by Athol Fugard and directed by Ruben Santiago-Hudson. The production will now play through Sunday, June 17 in The Romulus Linney Courtyard Theatre at the Company's new home The Pershing Square Signature Cente...
by Kelsey Denette - May 29, 2012
Signature Theatre Company today announced a one-week extension for MY CHILDREN! MY AFRICA! by Athol Fugard and directed by Ruben Santiago-Hudson. The production will now play through Sunday, June 17 in The Romulus Linney Courtyard Theatre at the Company's new home The Pershing Square Signature Cente...
Cape Town Opera's PORGY & BESS Set for Birmingham this June
by James T Harding - May 25, 2012
Cape Town Opera will bring their acclaimed production of The Gershwins' PORGY AND BESS to Birmingham Hippodrome for the first time, opening during Jubilee Bank Holiday week from Wednesday 6 - Saturday 9 June. The dates mark the first performances of their forthcoming UK tour prior to a two week run ...
by James T Harding - May 25, 2012
Cape Town Opera will bring their acclaimed production of The Gershwins' PORGY AND BESS to Birmingham Hippodrome for the first time, opening during Jubilee Bank Holiday week from Wednesday 6 - Saturday 9 June. The dates mark the first performances of their forthcoming UK tour prior to a two week run ...
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