Artistic expressions

Comedy in South Africa

South African comedy culture authenticates the country’s diverse multi-cultural backdrop, which consists of eclectic communities, colourful people, interesting stories and a multitude of languages. more
Ladysmith Black Mambazo

The music of Ladysmith Black Mambazo has won numerous awards and accolades over the last 4 decades and they are recognised as among South Africa’s most successful cultural exports. more
Athol Fugard

Discover the inspiring legacy of one of South Africa’s great playwrights, novelists, actors, directors and teachers; Athol Fugard. more
The Bioscope

The Bioscope, Johannesburg's only independent cinema, prides itself on sharing some of South Africa’s best local content at a boutique venue in the heart of the city. more

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Leliekloof Valley of Art

South Africa is world famous for its rock art, but few know of hidden treasure troves like the Eastern Cape’s Leliekloof Valley of Art. more

Durban's theatres

The theatres of Durban (eThekwini) offer serious and lighthearted contemporary performances without losing sight of the rich indigenous wisdoms that belong to this balmy corner of the country. more

Sol Plaatjie

Sol Plaatje made his mark in South Africa as a pioneering intellectual, journalist, linguist, politician, translator and writer, in spite of the racial laws of the time. more

Nightlife spots in Johannesburg

1Newtown Cultural Precinct

One of the most happening areas in the city. Newtown is home to loads of clubs, jazz bars, eateries and late-night music venues.

2Soweto

Enjoy the kasie vibes in Soweto. There are loads of fun shebeens, taverns, nightclubs and restaurants in Soweto. Get down with the locals and party the night away.

3Northern Suburbs

The upmarket suburbs of Sandton, Rivonia and Rosebank all offer fantastic nightlife – it’s restaurants, bars, streets cafes and nightclubs (this is where Jozi’s trendy types hang out).

4Jozi’s Soho suburbs

While more geared to wining and dining than nightclubbing, the Soho-type suburbs of Norwood, Parkhurst, Greenside and Parktown North are a great place to start off your evening.

5Montecasino

It’s all happening at the Monte! There are pubs, restaurants, theatres and nightclubs. Some of the hottest partying in town takes place at Café Vacca Matta. You have been warned!

6Moloko

It’s all happening at Moloko in the funky suburb of Rosebank - this fashionable venue offers a mature, diverse crowd that love to party all night long.

7Fashion TV

You’ll find the Fashion TV dining lounge in the heart of Sandton’s CBD, tailor-made for the fashionista/advertising types and trendy set. It’s designer labels all the way.

8The Blues Room

Situated in the Village Walk shopping centre in Sandton, this upmarket nightclub serves up the best of live entertainment, including jazz, fusion, South African bands and a spot of rock ‘n roll.

9Radium Beer Hall

This place is an institution in Johannesburg! Walls are covered with hilarious newspaper headlines covering years of South African history. A laid-back bar and fantastic Portuguese seafood restaurant are yours for the taking. Live music on the weekends.

10Back 2 Basix

This unpretentious spot in Westdene (close to the University of Johannesburg) is a great place to enjoy live music and local South African bands. Decent menu and inexpensive drinks that flow all night long.