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Events - 2009
Friday, 20 November 2009 13:28

SPECIALS THIS WEEK

 

(The Book Café) SAT 21, 2-5pm, BOCAPA XPOSURE OPEN MIC – A platform for aspiring artists to expose their talent & potential.  A project by Pamberi Trust.

THU 26, 9.30pm, COLOR BLU featuring DUDU MANHENGA - celebrating ZIMBABWEAN TOWNSHIP JAZZ, and the music of Faith Dauti, Jane Chenjerai, Susan Mapfumo and others, along with new originals in the township category!   Also featuring guest artists James Buzuzi (guitar) and Uzanele (vocals).   A series under the Jazz Appreciation project by Pamberi Trust.  (The Mannenberg).

(The Book Café) SAT 28, 2-7pm, ’16 DAYS CONCERT’ against Violence against Women – 5 hours of great music and poetry by Zimbabwean women artists with a strong message against violence, joining the world in the international campaign.  Featuring Aura Kawanzaruwa, Auxillia Mazhambe, Batsirai Chigama, Black Heat, Dudu Manhenga & Color Blu, Edith Katiji & So what?, ERS, Flow Chyld, Hope Masike & Kakuwe, Juvination, Kessia & Stanly Magosha, Rina Mushonga & The Zimfellas, Sista Fire, Thanda & Da Imani Troddaz and Xapa

FRI 20- SAT 28, The Mannenberg proudly hosts INTERNATIONAL IMAGES FILM FESTIVAL FOR WOMEN: “TRANSFORMING WOMEN” – Free film screenings at 12.30pm, 3pm, 5.30pm and 8pm (details below) including  THU 5.30pm  ‘HEAR US’ -  ZIMBABWEAN WOMEN SPEAK OUT followed by discussion.


 

 

THE BOOK CAFÉ WEEK

 

FRI 20, 5.30pm, MCINTOSH – Mbira by ‘The Peacemaker’ - Bocapa Xposure 2008 winner’.

FRI 20, 8pm, MAWUNGIRA ENHARIRA – Mbira: always versatile!

SAT 21, 2-5pm, BOCAPA XPOSURE OPEN MIC afternoon – A platform for aspiring artists to expose their talent & potential. A Pamberi Trust Project

SAT 21, 5.30pm, Q MONTANA & UNTAMED- afro fusion

SAT 21, 8pm, TRANSIT CREW – Reggae for the Soul, BIG TINGS ah gwaan!  Kicking off the Festive Season with thanks to fans and audiences; early birds join us for a glass of wine and snacks in appreciation of your support!

MON 23, 5.30pm, Literature Discussion - MYTHS AND LEGENDS: THEIR ORIGINS AND HOW THEY REAPPEAR IN MODEN DAY STORY TELLING, with renowned UK poet & author OWEN SHEERS.  Speakers also include experts in myths & legends Joseph Tirivangana & poetry readings from David Mungoshi, Ethel Kabwato, Batsirai Chigama among others. Courtesy of British Council, in collaboration with amaBooks & Book Cafe . FREE, All welcome.

MON 23, 7.30pm, BOCAPA XPOSURE – Season 2 Winners, Rising stars, PROSPER DEAN, CAROLINE CHIPINDU & CLASSIQUE AFRIQUE

TUE 24, 8pm, HOPE MASIKE & KAKUWE - A fresh fusion of traditional music from Hope Masike (mbira, vocals) and ‘Kakuwe’.

WED 25, 5.30pm, ARTISTS FOR DEMOCRACY IN ZIMBABWE TRUST presents Arrows of Art Discussion - Society ‘s Perceptions on Artists in view of HIV/ AIDS.  Free, All welcome!

WED 25, 8pm, MOKOOMBA – Tonga Beats hit Zim Streets!  Music Crossroads 2008 Winners from Victoria Falls. Back from their European tour and bound for greater heights!

THUR 26, 8pm – SPECIAL DOUBLE BILL!! - EDITH KATIJI + ‘SO WHAT?’ with PABLO & FRENDZ – a great evening of Zimbabwean music by gifted young artists from diverse music backgrounds - afro traditional with some classic oldies and brand new originals!  Featuring Edith Katiji (bass/vocals) leading So What?! and Pablo with a new jazz collaboration including originals and popular afro standards.  Two bands for one ticket!  Come on out!

FRI 27, 5.30pm, MCINTOSH – Mbira by ‘The Peacemaker’ - Bocapa Xposure 2008 winner’.

FRI 27, 8pm, MAWUNGIRA ENHARIRA – Mbira: always versatile!

SAT 28, 2-7pm, ’16 Days Concert’ against Violence against Women – 5 hours of great music and poetry by Zimbabwean women artists with a strong message against violence, joining the world in the international campaign.  Featuring Aura Kawanzaruwa, Auxillia Mazhambe, Batsirai Chigama, Black Heat, Dudu Manhenga & Color Blu, Edith Katiji & So what?, ERS, Flow Chyld, Hope Masike & Kakuwe, Juvination, Kessia & Stanly Magosha, Rina Mushonga & The Zimfellas, Sista Fire, Thanda & Da Imani Troddaz and Xapa

SAT 28, 8pm, TRANSIT CREW – Reggae for the Soul, BIG TINGS ah gwaan!
 

THE MANNENBERG WEEK


ALL WEEK 20-28 Nov -  INTERNATIONAL IMAGES FILM FESTIVAL FOR WOMEN, Film Screenings, FREE All welcome!

FRI 20, 10pm, VICTOR KUNONGA & PEACE – timeless originals, always in demand

SAT 21, 7-9pm, THE CIRCLE – If you think you got rap – bring it!

SAT 21, 10pm, PIED PIPERS – Afro Jazz with one of Harare’s longest established and ever- popular groups, featuring hit singles ‘Ruva Rangu’ and ‘Sumukai’

TUE 24, (No music event tonight) 8pm INTERNATIONAL IMAGES FILM FESTIVAL FOR WOMEN, Film Screenings, FREE All welcome!

WED 25, 10pm, MIC-INITY, Lovaz Rock Reggae - We have the city locked!

THU 26, 9.30pm, COLOR BLU featuring DUDU MANHENGA - celebrating ZIMBABWEAN TOWNSHIP JAZZ, and the music of Faith Dauti, Jane Chenjerai, Susan Mapfumo and others, along with new originals in the township category!   Also featuring guest artists James Buzuzi (guitar) and Uzanele (vocals).   A series under the Jazz Appreciation project by Pamberi Trust.

FRI 27, 10pm, HOT! LIVE! MUSIC!  (Details TBA in next week’s list).

SAT 27, 3pm, Magamba presents MASHOKO!!  The Spoken Word Event: a combination of spoken-word poetry, hip-hop and live music to feed the mind and ease the soul. Nothing but positive energy!  Celebrating 2 years, supporting ‘16 Days’.  LIBERATED ENTRY!

SAT 28, 10pm, Supporting ‘16 Days Of Activism Against Violence Against Women’ - FAITH MANDIPIRA with PABLO & FRENDZ – a new collaboration between long-time jazzists, delivering a performance of great music, also including originals and popular afro standards, and a strong message against violence.

FRI 20-SAT 28, INTERNATIONAL IMAGES FILM FESTIVAL FOR WOMEN

Screenings at The Mannenberg: 1230, 1500, 1730, (& 2000)*


FRI 20, Almost Blue (Italy), Nasija, Matahar (Spain), Autumn Crocus

SAT 21, Beyond the Wall, Empties are not refunded, Persopolis (France)

SUN 22, Heaven on Earth (Canada), Drowsiness, Love for Share

MON 23, The Photograph, Carla’s Song, Zelary, Demaquillage

TUE 24, Drowsiness, Persopolis (France), Seven Instants, Heaven On Earth (Canada)

WED 25, Zelary, Empties are Not Refunded, The Photograph,

I Want Everything From Life: Simone De Beauvoir

THU 26, Love For Share, Autumn Crocus, Human Rights Screening: Hear Us Zimbabwe, (followed by discussion), Barak Obama: People’s President (USA),

FRI 27, Nasija Matahar (Spain), Almost Blue (Italy), Beyond the Wall

SAT 28, Carla’s Song, Almost Blue (Italy)

 

(*Correct at the time of sending but subject to change – please check catalogue)

 

 

PLUS !!!  BOOKS + CDs from THE ARTS FACTORY, BOOK CAFÉ

 

The Arts Factory is a new project by Pamberi Trust provides a point of sale for the work of Zimbabwean artists.  All proceeds from sales go direct to artists/publishers.  Opens Mon-Fri 9am-5pm and Sat 9am-1pm.

 

CDS IN STOCK:

OLIVER MTUKUDZI, Dairai

DUDU MANHENGA, Towards Alignment

WILLOM TIGHT, Kuzangoma

ADAM CHISVO, Famba Pore Pore

EDENE, Edene Timbe

ALEXIO KAWARA, Kana

DINO MUDONDO, Estoy Esperando

DUDU MANHENGA, Jula

DUDU MANHENGA with COLOR BLU, Out of the Blu

SAM MTUKUDZI, Rume Rimwe

MINGAS (Mozambique), Vuka Africa

JOSH MECK, Wanetsa

TRANSIT CREW, Unity

SHAMISO, Continually

I-FREE-MUNGWEME, Seeds of Reason

U-MELENI, Soul Psalms

CEE JAY, One Ariega

VIMBAI ZIMUTO, Vimbainashe

LIQID, Tariro/Hope

VICTOR KUNONGA, Such is Life

CEE JAY, One Ariega Reloaded

MATHIAS JULIUS, Here I Come

SOUL BONE, Is It True

SOLID CHORD, You Are Beautiful

G56, Mhoroi

 

 

BOOKS IN STOCK:

Short Writings from Bulawayo II and III,

Long Time Coming,

Dancing with Life: Tales from the Township, By Christopher Mlalazi,

Zimbabwe’s Cultural Heritage by Pathisa Nyathi

Sonatas by Deon Marcus
Erina, by Wim Boswinkel

Mambo Hills: Historical and Religious Significance, by Marieke Clarke

An Elegy for Easterly, by Pettina Gappah

Harare North, by Brian Chikwava

Hatchings, by John Eppel

White Man Crawling, by John Eppel

The Song of My Heart, by Edmore Masendeke

Intwasa Poetry, Compilation

Zimbabwe’s Cultural Heritage, by Pathisa Nyathi

Strife, by Shimmer Chinodya

September Sun, by Bryony Rheam

 

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