Theatre News South Africa

African Footprint now at Emperors Palace

South Africa's longest-running show, African Footprint, is currently showing at the Theatre of Marcellus, Emperors Palace, exclusively until 20 June 2010. The show tells the vibrant and diverse story of South Africa through a dazzling display of traditional African, kwela, tap, contemporary ballet, gumboot, and hip-hop pantsula.

The non-stop, 90-minute musical story of Africa's emergence onto the world stage is linked by the poetry of Sophiatown legend Don Mattera. Executive producer Richard Loring estimates the long-running hit has put more than approximately 200 South African performers into the international spotlight on the its way to travel the world.

The show starts at 8.30pm. Ticket prices are from R185 per person. Bookings can be made through the Emperors Palace Box Office on 011 928 1297 or through Computicket on 083 915 8000 or www.computicket.com

Dinner options

Meal and show: R340 - Includes the three-course set menu at Aurelia's
Meal and show: R300 - Includes the buffet and show at Queen of the Nile
Bookings for the meal and show options can be made through the Emperors Palace Box Office on +27 (0)11 928 1297.

Football themed

During the 2010 FIFA World Cup, special offers on African Footprint include a football-themed show and screening of the live match after the show.

Ticket package: R250 - Package includes food and a beer, wine or soft drink.
Show duration: 45-minute African Footprint show. Football screening after show from 20h00

For more information, go to www.emperorspalace.com or call +27 (0)11 928 1000.

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