Nelson Mandela Bay and the Garden Route will soon be filed with the memorable sounds of one of South Africa’s most iconic performers, Johnny Clegg.
And St Francis Chronicle is offering two free tickets to a lucky reader, plus Real Concerts is offering 4 free tickets. See below.
Having returned from sold out shows in America, Canada, France and Monte Carlo where he received a standing ovation at the Opera House when he performed for Prince Albert and Princess Charlene of Monaco, Johnny 3 November and to The Boardwalk Casino and Entertainment world lawn area, Port Elizabeth on 4 November 2012.
“These concerts are proudly brought to the Eastern Cape and Garden Route by Real Concerts and Algoa FM. Algoa FM has always prided itself in bringing world class entertainment home to its listeners.
“With our extension into the Garden Route in December last year we are proud to dazzle and present all our listeners, from across our footprint, with the opportunity to witness the magnificent and multi-talented Johnny Clegg live in concert,” says Dave Tiltmann, Managing Director of Algoa FM.
World-class entertainer,Johnny Clegg, is a dancer, anthropologist, singer, songwriter, academic, activist and French knight. While all of these tags are fitting, none of them can accurately describe the energetic, passionate person who has become one of South Africa`s greatest musical exports.
He has campaigned against the injustice of apartheid South Africa and been instrumental in putting the new South Africa on the map as a cultural ambassador. Clegg is an icon of South African music.
During the three decades he`s been making anthemic hits, Johnny has proved himself to be an outstanding musical ambassador for his country and is known for his energetic stage performances. By combining African music structures with Celtic folk music and international rock sounds, Johnny pioneered a new and unique sound, establishing himself as South Africa`s biggest musical export. From Europe to the States, from Australia to Potchefstroom, audiences in sold out venues have danced to “Cruel, Crazy Beautiful World”, “Scatterlings of Africa”, “I Call Your Name”, “Impi”, “Great Heart”, and “African Sky Blue”.
“DataDot is a sponsor of the Johnny Clegg concert. The Protea Hotel Marine, Port Elizabeth will host Johnny Clegg during his stay in the city “Johnny Clegg has played such a large role in uniting cultures and sharing heritage in South Africa. He is one of the single most unifying South Africans in the recent history of this country and his message to preserve and treasure our heritage should never be lost.” – Danie Smit, General Manager, Protea Hotel Marine, Port Elizabeth.
Johnny Clegg will be joined on stage by a 6 piece band and the audience can expect to hear some of Johnny Clegg’s greatest hits such as “Cruel, Crazy Beautiful World”, “Scatterlings of Africa”, “Impi”, “Great Heart” etc, as well as a couple of songs from his new album “Human” as part of this high energy, highly entertaining show.
Shows:
Saturday 3 November 2012: Bramble Hill At Fancourt, George – Western Cape. Doors open at 2 pm. Concert starts at 4.30 pm.
Sunday 4 November 2012: The Boardwalk Casino and Entertainment world lawn area, Port Elizabeth. Doors open at 14H00. Concert Starts: 4.30 pm
Food stalls and bar will be provided at the venues. Tickets available at Computicket at R161 each for adults. R80 for Children (6 to 13 years). Children under 6 years of age enter free of charge.
Attendees are invited to bring their picnic blankets, camp chairs, and the family and enjoy these afternoon sunset concerts.
Win 2 tickets to Johnny Clegg’s concert in PE with St Francis Chronicle!!
Answer the following question and the first lucky name to be drawn will win two tickets. Closing date is Friday 19 October 2012.
When was St Francis Chronicle founded?
Sms the answer to: 0836095835 with your name and contact number.
Win 4 Tickets to Johnny Clegg concert with Real Concerts!!
WIN!!! Are you JOHNNY CLEGG’s biggest fan? If so, email us your favourite Johnny Clegg memory, or tell us your favourite Johnny Clegg song (and why) and you could win the following:
4 x tickets to the concert (please let us know which concert would suit you best – Sat 3 or Sun 4 – see below for more details)
Backstage meet and greet and photo op with Johnny
An autographed Human CD – Johnny’s latest release
An autographed 30th anniversary package (double CD of greatest hits and DVD)
A Johnny Clegg T-shirt
TO ENTER, EMAIL real@realsa.co.za and cc 10 FRIENDS!! It’s that easy. Good luck!
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