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Lourensford’s forgotten rock art rediscovered A unique set of rock art paintings on the Lourensford property was recently rediscovered on the banks of the Sneeukop River.

Although historic documentation indeed mentions the exact location, the paintings were unknown until Koos Jordaan, manager of Lourensford, rediscovered the rock paintings in December 2014.

He was accompanied by archeologist, Dr Janette Deacon, Mary Leslie (who is a council member of Heritage Western Cape and chairperson of their archaeology and palaeontology permit committee) and CPUT student Sally Reece in January to document the rock paintings.

In her report, Deacon describes the rock paintings that consist of two clusters of red dots made with a finger. The upper cluster consists of two sets of six dots. The second consists of four sets of horizontal dots and two strings that hang down from them, with a total of 48 dots.

“It is possible that a third set, now barely visible, was at the bottom right of the second set,” the report reads.

It is believed that the paintings were made by the KhoeKhoe herders who moved into this region around 2 000 years ago.

They introduced earthenware pottery and domesticated sheep – and later cattle – gradually displacing the hunter-gatherers or employing them as herdsmen.

According to Deacon, there are several similar rock paintings consisting of finger dots that have been found in the southwestern Cape.

What makes this discovery unique is the

location, says Deacon.

“There are very few rock painting sites in the vicinity of Cape Town and although this one was known in the first half of the 20th century, knowledge of its exact position had faded.”

Deacon says she felt immensely relieved when she saw the paintings for the first time because the paintings had not been damaged. “Sadly, most of the damage to rock art is Two clusters of finger dots, one above the other, are clearly seen in the rediscovered rock paintings. the result of human interference, not natural weathering.”

As to the meaning of the rock art paintings, Deacon says there are several theories.

She says some suggest that the painters were counting something. “But there is no consistency in the numbers of dots clustered together.”

Others believe they represent the flashes of light that people see when they go into trance to speak with ancestral spirits or make rain. According to Deacon, Dr Jeremy Hollmann recently made a persuasive case for linking them and other patterns to the initiation ceremony for girls practised by several KhoeKhoe groups, such as the Nama, Griqua and Korana.

An enhancement of the rock paintings to highlight the artificial colour of the paint and distinguish it from natural red stains in the rock.

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Get down to the Klein Libertas Theatre on 18 April for the first Stellenbosch Craft Beer Festi­ val. ) The Breede MTB @ Breërivier Primary School will offer riders a race with a difference: A 17 km night ride on 10 April before the real riding starts on 11 April with a 46 km, 30 km, 17 km and 5 km option. The Breedekloof is known for its scenic beauty and country hospitality, making the race a great reason to make a relaxing weekend of it. For more information, go to www.breedekloof.com. ) The Taste of Cape Town offers you a chance to experience 10 of the City’s best restaurant offerings at the Greenpoint Cricket Club from 10 to 12 April.

Find out more at tasteofcapetown.com. ) The inaugural Franschhoek Wedding Showcase takes place on 18 April. This is the perfect showcase for all romantics at heart to make their dreams a reality.

And what more beautiful a setting for a wedding than the picturesque Franschhoek Valley!

The showcase will be open between 10:00 and 17:00 and entry costs R80 per person.

Tickets are available from www.webtickets.co.za or on the day at Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa. ) The popular Barrels & Beards Festival takes place in Bot River on 17 and 18 April.

Wine, bear and beards will be the order of the day.

Vistit botrivierwines.com for more information.

) Get down to the Klein Libertas Theatre on 18 April for the first Stellenbosch Craft Beer Festival. The festival will be featuring 12 unique craft breweries from Stellenbosch and surrounds. There will be entertainment by the likes of Gerald Clarke and Mean Black Mamba, as well as lots of food stalls.

Tickets are pre-sold at R50 at www.quicket.co.za or R70 at the entrance. Doors open at 11:00 and close at 23:00. ) Wine, treats and great entertainment will be on offer at the Constantia Wine and Food Festival from 17 to 19 April. Tickets cost R160 and are available at webtickets.co.za or at the entrance.

Visit constantiafoodandwine.co.za for more information. ) The inaugural Gravel and Grape 3-day MTB Challenge takes place from 25 to 27 April in the Breedekloof near Rawsonville.

The race itself takes place over a total of 207 km in a clover leaf format, with each day starting and ending at ATKV Goudini Spa. Each day’s route has a nice variety of single track and climbs.

To make this a true family experience, Goudini Spa will offer a family programme of events and activities to keep everyone entertained during the weekend.

For more information, and to enter, go to www.gravelandgrape.com.

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About the Imibala Trust

Imibala Restaurant offers an elegant yet relaxed setting and a world­class dining experience.

Prime dining for the good of all If eating delectable food with a conscience is one of your great joys in life, then the Imibala Restaurant in Bright Street, Somerset West may be well worth a visit.

The Imibala Restaurant was relaunched in March and offers locally sourced food. What makes this restaurant unique is that all proceeds go towards a reputable charity that makes a real difference to the quality of many people’s lives.

With the wonderfully talented chef, Nicole Dupper at the helm, Imibala offers a quality dining experience. Dupper previously worked at renowned restaurants including Bushman’s Kloof, Bartholomeus Klip Farmhouse and Casa Labia.

Imibala focuses on fresh and seasonal ingredients harvested from local farms and developed into classic and contemporary fare, which Dupper then produces as beautifully presented, well-priced dishes.

The menu offers everything from mouth watering sandwiches, sirloin with caramelised onion, roasted tomato, to vegetarian items and a selection of salads, seafood, chicken and red meat choices, specialising in lamb brought to her from the Karoo.

The caramelised onion, spinach and blue cheese tart is a favourite as is the aubergine parmigiano – but the layered smoked salmon and avo topped with trout caviar and grilled lamb loin salad with roasted eggplant, feta,

mint and tzatsiki are both sell-out dishes.

The beauty of the Imibala Restaurant and Gallery is that they are both commercial ventures and also the source of valuable income for the Imibala Trust, one of the most innovative social reinvestment vehicles of its kind.

The Trust brings opportunity to the young people of the area and also integrates them into the mainstream culture through mentoring and training.

Imibala, which is the Xhosa word for colour, is a cultural cornerstone of Somerset West and offers a whole spectrum of extra mural activities and training for children, from art classes to Xhosa language lessons, IT classes modern and traditional dance sessions, pottery and drama classes.

The Imibala Gallery next door to the restaurant hosts the works of both wellknown and up and coming artists, some of whom have been tutored at the Trust’s Creative Arts Centre.

The restaurant and gallery are on course

to make an even greater contribution to the community activities through even greater participation from the people of Somerset West and surrounds, hopefully to be joined by patrons in Cape Town, the Boland and everywhere between. Imibala serves delicious all day breakfasts, lunch and teas, it will be open for dinner from May 2015. It is also available for functions, book launches and other celebrations.

The Imibala Trust in Somerset West has been providing school uniforms to children whose parents cannot afford these items for more than a decade.

Many children find themselves in circumstances where even the basic resources required to participate in the school system – like uniforms, shoes, a school bag, stationery and rain jackets – are just not available to them.

With high unemployment and social ills still very much a part of urban life, the children without basic necessities feel ostracised, ashamed and isolated.

The transformation of the children when they come to the Imibala offices to be kitted out is simply amazing, says Ann Wallis-Brown, marketing manager of the Imibala Trust.

“Colourful badges on anoraks, smart shoes and personal toiletries are items they have previously only dreamt of having and feelings are warmly expressed in the personal thank you letter each child writes to their sponsor before returning home."

In addition to the School Uniform Programme, Imibala Trust also runs a thriving Creative Arts Department, which runs after-school arts classes at the Imibala Trust offices. The muchanticipated drama classes, music classes and pottery will also start soon.

Skilled volunteers run a GATE programme (Gifted and Talented Education) for those who have been identified as promising academically-inclined children. With strong support from the University of Cape Town’s Education Department, experienced practitioners run life orientation classes, chess and extra-mural visits.

Imibala Trust has a 20-station computer laboratory to assist children to develop their mathematical skills through online learning and experimenting.

Familiarity with a personal computer is far removed from many of the children’s skill sets, so simple computer literacy classes are built into the learning experience.

“This is a very unique model and we are immensely proud that 2015 sees the commencement of a whole new Imibala experience,” WallisBrown said.

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Local market is among Cape top five The newest must-visit spot in the Western Cape is definitely the Lourensford Harvest Market, which is situated on the Lourensford Estate in Somerset West.

The combination of this renowned and scenic wine estate with the rustic sophistication of a quality market, is exactly what makes this a destination and not just your average market.

The Lourensford Harvest Market only opened in October last year and is already rated #4 on Cape Town’s Inside Guide.

The 76 stall spaces in the custom-built market space are all filled with a family of amazing vendors.

“We pride ourselves on a vast variety of fresh produce, delectable food and a wonderful array of art and handmade goodies. You will only find the best quality goods around here,” says Mandie Dreyer, marketing manager at Lourensford Wine Estate.

The market trades every Sunday from 10:00 to 15:00 and invites young and old to come and get a slice of the good life.

The Lourensford Harvest Market offers something for everyone – whether you want to eat lunch or shop for unique products, or if you just feel like a lazy Sunday afternoon under the majestic oaks sipping on ice-cold estate wine.

You can even bring the whole family

The Lourensford Harvest Market offers a variety of family and kids activities.

for a jolly outing as there is a variety of children’s entertainment and live music every week. And don’t forget about the home-brewed craft beer from Abru or the art gallery next door.

Entrance is free and doggies and cyclists are most welcome too. Don’t miss out on the one-of-a-kind Lourensford Harvest Market.

It’s all about fresh produce and quality products at the Lourens­ ford Harvest Market.

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Easter activities under a full moon one of your fun options Looking for something to do over Easter?

And you like the wild outdoors? Well, why not join the mountain bike crowds and two hikes under the full moon?

Dirtopia is presenting two Easter full moon hikes on Delevera farm to experience the sunset on Friday 3 April (18:10) and on Saturday 4 April at 18:42. You arrive at 16:30 and then tackle the 9,75 km leisure walk to the Klapmutskop and enjoy a picnic, which can be pre-ordered at the venue.

Make sure to bring something warm to wear after dark as well as a torch – there are also a selection of torches available at the Trail Centre. Wear hiking shoes as you will be climbing a mountain. These are marked trails and the circle route is 9,75 km in length. The cost is R65 per adult and R25 per child.

Bookings are essential as these hikes are very popular. Call 021 884 4752 for bookings.

If hiking is not for you, you can always join the Easter mountain bike enduro at Welvanpas, Wellington. These endure rides open at 08:00 on 4 and 5 April and are a fun concept. Mountain bike riders are timed only on certain sections, called special stages.

Riding in neutral zones to the next start makes it a very social event, especially at the refreshment station where everyone regroups. The atmosphere is relaxed with no rush anywhere, except when you gun it between check points!

If you want to be officially timed, you need

an Amarider Trail Tag at R100 or you can take a yearly Amarider membership of R225 and a tag is included. The entry fee is R275 for non-members and R250 for Amarider members for one day. Only pre-entries are accepted.

If you are into enduro sports, join the Easter mountain bike event at Welvan­ pas in Wellington.

The view of Cape Town and Table Mountain from the Klapmuts full moon hike.

a r o f t s i w t n r e d A mo k c a n s r e t s a E y tast If you are looking for a delicious Easter snack with traditional elements and a new modern twist, try this easy recipe that is sure to please the entire family.

Ingredients: K Four hot cross buns K 125ml Ricotta or creme fraîche K Two peaches, sliced and roasted K 30 ml honey Method: Cut all the buns in half and toast the buns until crispy on the outside but still soft and hot on the inside.

Top with a spoon full of Ricotta or creme fraîche. Add the peaches to the top and drizzle with honey. And voilà!

A fresh and tasty Easter treat.

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Beleef rooibos in meer as ’n koppie tee Rooibos-aanhangers gaan dié eg Suid-Afrikaans geur nie meer net in hul teekoppies aantref nie, maar in een van ons land se ander gunsteling-drankies – wyn.

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Trevor Strydom, Red Dawn­direk­ teur en eienaar van Audacia Wi­ nes, wat in 2011 met die idee vir rooibos­ en heuningbos­wyn voren­ dag gekom het.

dings (Pty) Ltd, het Audacia Wines en KWV ’n revolusionêre manier gepatenteer om wyn en ander alkoholiese drank met fynbosmateriaal te produseer.

Trevor Strydom, Red Dawn-direkteur en eienaar van Audacia Wines, sê hy het in 2011 ’n eureka-oomblik gehad wat tot dié innoverende patent gelei het.

“Ons patent dek die maak van alle wyn-, bier- en siderprodukte waarby rooibos- en heuningbos-plantmateriaal tydens vervaardiging bygevoeg word. Ons het ook onder meer Rooibos Wine, Rooibos Beer en Rooibos Cider gehandelsmerk.

“Hierdie plaaslike patent gaan binnekort geteken word wat beteken dat geen ander Suid-Afrikaanse entiteit rooibos of heuningbos of hul byprodukte in enige stadium van alkoholiese drankproduksie wettiglik volgens die gepatenteerde proses mag gebruik nie, tensy dit onder ’n lisensie wat deur ons toegeken is, gedoen word.

Volgens Strydom het Red Dawn drie spesifieke doelwitte met dié patent. Een van hulle sal wynliefhebbers wat vir sulfate allergies is, baie gelukkig maak.

“Eerstens streef ons daarna om die onnodige sintetiese preserveermiddels wat gewoonlik by alkoholiese dranke gevoeg word, te verwyder.

Volgens navorsing deur Universiteit Stellenbosch se departement wingerd- en wynkunde en ARC Infruitec-Nietvoorbij, dien die kragtige antioksidante wat in rooibos en heuningbos gevind word tot ’n langer raklewe vir wyn.

Die toevoeging van rooibos en heuningbos se kenmerkende geur om sodoende die smaak en mondgevoel daarvan te verbeter, is die tweede doelwit.

“Die byvoeging van rooibos- en heuningbosstokkies in hul natuurlike en geroosterde vorm verbeter die smaak van wyn, bier en sider. Terugvoering van die verbruikers oor produkte wat ons tot dusver volgens die gepatenteerde prosesse gemaak het, was oorweldigend positief.”

“Die derde doelwit is om iets nuut en vars na die oorverhandelde bedryf te bring. Rooibos is ’n ikoniese verskynsel en ons is trots om die plant se ongelooflike eienskappe te gebruik om ’n reeks oorspronklike en uitsonderlike alkoholiese dranke te skep.”

Audacia Wines het vanjaar die wêreld se eerste wyn vrygestel wat met rooibos en heuningbos gemaak is.

Die “Geen swael of preserveermiddels bygevoeg” Merlot 2013 het onlangs met ’n bronsmedalje by die 2014 Veritas-toekennings weggestap.

Boetiekbrouery Stellenbrau maak ook van die nuwe patent gebruik om hul nuutste boetiekbier, Governor’s Red, te maak. Rooibos- en heuningbosblare word van die begin van die brouproses bygevoeg om ’n komplekse geur te laat ontwikkel.

“Dit is ’n eg Suid-Afrikaanse lager. Jy sal nêrens anders in die wêreld so iets kry nie. Dit is ’n bier wat ’n spesiale Suid-Afrikaanse storie vertel,” sê Stellenbrau-eienaar Deon Engelbrecht.

Alhoewel ’n mens nie mag sê dat alkoholiese drankies gesond is nie, het Stellenbrau egter gevind dat die gebruik van rooibos en heuningbos in hul bier dit ryk in antioksidante en polifenole maak.

Windermere Cider House het ook besluit om deel van dié revolusionêre patent te word en het verlede jaar die wêreld se eerste sulfaatvrye sider bekendgestel.

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Die “Geen swael of preserveermid­ dels bygevoeg” Merlot 2013 wat ’n bronsmedalje by die 2014 Veritas­ toekennings verower het. besturende direkteur, sê hul rooibosgehoute sider is uitstekend deur die publiek ontvang.

“Windermere het 10 000 liter rooibos-gehoute sider in 2014 gemaak. In 2015 gaan ons ’n addisionele 20 000 liter daarvan maak om by die vraag daarna by te hou.”

Dit maak nie saak of jy die rooibos revolusie in ’n wynglas, ’n bierbottel of in ’n glas sider vind nie – solank jy dit nie net in ’n teekoppie beleef nie.

Profitability remains a challenge despite 20-year high for domestic wine sales The 2015 South African wine grape harvest shows great promise and domestic wine sales are the highest in 20 years. However, exports and profitability of wine producers and cellars remain challenging.

This according to the managing director of VinPro, Rico Basson. VinPro is the representative organisation of close to 3 500 South African wine producers and cellars.

Basson spoke at a wine and fruit industry update, presented by the Minister of Economic Opportunities in the Western Cape, Alan Winde at De Grendel Wine Estate.

The current harvest year marks the third season in a row in which the South African wine industry realised a large wine grape crop. Although it will be slightly smaller (close to 3%) than the record harvest in 2014, winemakers and viticulturists laud the 2015 harvest as one of remarkable quality throughout the cultivar spectrum.

It is expected that the total wine grape harvest will have reached cellars by the end of March. The harvest kicked off two weeks earlier than normal, partly due to a warmer August,

followed by a very dry and hot summer which sped up ripening.

The South African wine industry on average harvests close to 1,5 million tons of wine grapes, of which an estimated 900 million litres of natural wine is produced. Exports represent 55% of natural wine sales, with 45% sold locally.

At the end of 2014, the local wine sales volume was at the highest level in 20 years. The 353 million litres of natural wine sales represented a 7,3% growth from 2013. This growth was largely driven by bag-in-box packaging (17,4%), which represents close to 29% of total local sales. Wine sales in 750 ml glass bottles, which represent 30% of the local market, grew by 11%.

“We are excited about the good growth in local wine sales. Some of the factors that contributed to this, include a strong focus on wine tourism in the Western Cape, marketing alignment in the past few years, as well as a growing middle class trading up to branded goods.”

The export market remains challenging, with EU countries being South Africa’s main export market.

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product in certain categories still has an effect on sales in these countries; however we are seeing stable growth in the UK.” Wine exports to China have risen sharply from 5,7 million litres in 2013 to just more than 8,7 million litres at the end of 2014 – the majority being packaged wine. Africa is also a key focus area for wine export growth, with an increase in infrastructure investment aiding access.

“The growth in domestic sales and promising wine harvest are definitely worth celebrating. However, the industry and its producers and cellars still face some key challenges to profitability.”

Emphasising the importance of ethical trade in the wine industry, Basson said that 60% of all Fairtrade accredited wine sold in the world is from South Africa.

Wieta (Agricultural Ethical Trade Initiative of SA) now stands at close to 1 300 wine producer and cellar members, with a strong growth in accreditation volumes to the current close to 26% of the total wine grape harvest (around 400 000 tons) being ethically accredited.

TIEN JAAR-VIERING: Die Waterkloofwynoes het ‘n besonderse mylpaal vir Waterkloof Wynlandgoed ingehou en hierdie biodina­ miese wynplaas aan die buitewyke van Somerset­Wes vier vanjaar ‘n dekade van gehalte­wynmaak in harmonie met die natuur, om elegante wyne met lewenskrag, uniekheid en volhoubaarheid te pro­ duseer. Die wingerde wat nou voordeel trek uit biodinamiese boer­ derypraktyke – dus sonder die gebruik van chemiese plaag­ en on­ kruiddoders, bestrydingsmiddels en kunsmis – is baie gesonder en siektebestand as tien jaar tevore. Dit, plus opsetlike kleiner oesop­ brengste, het bygedra tot ‘n geweldige verbetering in die gehalte van Waterkloof se druiwe. Waterkloof produseer tans vier wynversa­ melings: die vlagskip Waterkloof­reeks wat tans slegs uit ‘n Sauvig­ non Blanc bestaan; die Circle of Life rooi­ en witwyn duo; die ele­ gante, terrein­spesifieke Circumstance­reeks en sy Seriously Cool reeks, wat uit ‘n komkommerkoel Cinsaut en Chenin Blanc bestaan.

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Stanford is buzzing this Easter Stanford is the place to be this Easter. Autumn has arrived, turning the beautiful heritage village into a photographer’s paradise, and there are lots of things to do in Stanford, apart from taking in the breathtaking scenery.

The big news is that Panthera Africa is opening its gates to the public on 3 April.

For over a year, the team at Panthera have been working around the clock to build this amazing sanctuary for big cats, li

terally from the ground up! Everyone is in awe of their dedication, inspiration and hard work and can’t wait to visit.

From 3 April, they will be offering educational, feeding and enrichment visits.

One of Panthera Africa’s main purposes is to be an educational platform to create awareness about conditions big cats face in captivity, and how animal welfare and enrichment play a vital role in giving them the best captive life possible.

Come and see lions (including white lions), leopards, tigers, jackals and caracals in their beautiful homes.

Panthera Africa is a true sanctuary where no cub petting, breeding or trading takes place. This venture promises to be not only an exciting and wonderful way to see these majesticanimalsupclose,butalso to be a valuable and engaged member of the greater Stanford community.

In order to not overcrowd the animals, there is a limit of 20 people per visit, so it is always good

Hermanus all set for first sports festival JAN-HENDRIK COETZER On the weekend of 1 to 3 May, all sportsmen and women who thrive on things like speed, strength, stamina and skill can participate in the first sports festival in Hermanus.

The Walker Bay Xtreme will mainly be a sports festival offering events like swimming, running, cycling, triathlon, cross fit challenge, marathon, paragliding, strongman competition, foot up trails and stand up paddling.

Besides the wide variety of sporting challenges, the festival will also be a family-friendly weekend which will be packed with stalls, live entertainment and fun events for the kids.

Kids will be able to crawl and tumble in a play pit, get dirty in a mini mudder, test their muscles and balance in a troopers course, and put their strength to the test during a champs challenge.

They will also be able to enjoy a variety of gardengamessuchasagiantjenga,twisterand bowls. Sparks Esterhuizen, founder of the Seaand-Sand Institute, first came up with the idea of a sport festival in Hermanus in 2008.

The idea was presented to the Hermanus Business Chamber, which had their full support seeing that such an event will attract people and business to Hermanus during the quiet season.

To put this idea into practice, Rick Oosthuyzen, local businessman and owner of Tapas Restaurant, took the negotiations further with all relevant parties.

According to Oosthuyzen all events have to happen in the centre of town at the Old Harbour.

“This will make it possible for family members and friends to also join in the fun and watch participants compete. With challenges like cycling and running the start and finish will be at the Old Harbour.”

Oosthuyzen says that this event will stimulate business in Hermanus over a quiet period.

“This event will attract athletes, spectators and families from all over to visit our town when we start to feel the economic pinch at the start of winter.”

For more info contact Oosthuyzen on 083 675 7859.

to book in advance to ensure your spot. Visit www.pantheraafrica.com for more details or email info@pantheraafrica.com to book.

Educational visits are at 10:00, 12:00 and 14:00 at R190 per adult, R120 per child (under 13).

Pre bookings are essential for feeding and enrichments visits. The best time for these visits are in the mornings or in the afternoons. The price is R290 for adults and no children under 16 is allowed. ) Also happening in Easter is the re-opening of Sir Robert Stanford Estate Stookhuis (distillery). Brandy and grappa are distilled the old way with a wood fire and in copper potstills.

Come to the opening on April 4 or 5 at 14:00 for brandy and grappa tasting, live music, and beautiful views.

To book email gigi.gigi@mweb.co.za. ) On 8, 9 and 10 April, join local jazz musicians at Raka Wines for a cabaret called Silverscreen Songs. Wine, beer and tappas platters will be on offer but be sure to book: milkwood@hermanus.co.za.

For more information contact Stanford Tourism on 028 341 0340 or book@stanfordinfo.co.za.

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Deelnemers aan die jaarlikse Hermanus Passiespel is reeds deur hul passies om gereed te maak vir die skouspel wat 3 April (Goeie Vrydag) op die rotse by die Ou Hawe in Hermanus aangebied word.

Die regisseur, Fanus le Roux, sê sowat 80 spelers neem deel van wie die meeste ook in vorige jare rolle gehad het.

Vanjaar se gaskunstenaar is Lee Friends, professionele liedjieskrywer en sanger, en die lofsangers, Novis Vita Lofdansbediening, tree onder leiding van Veronica Brand op.

Kaartjies is by die ingang teen R100 per persoon en R50 vir skoolgaande kinders. Die vertoning begin stiptelik om 19:00.Bring ’n kombers of baadjie saam.

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