#1 Dialogues Across Place and Time: Art Exhibitions Open
For the 30th celebration of the KKNK, the aim is to create a visual arts programme that honours historical aspects of the Klein Karoo yet reaches out to the world and into the future.
Albert Frost en James Grace: Twee wêrelde, twee kitare, een verhoog
The two guitar masters Albert Frost and James Grace share the stage for the first time. This production promises to be an unforgettable musical experience.
Alfred Adriaan: Positive Strokes in Afrikaans
Alfred Adriaan’s brand new Afrikaans show is sure to have you in stitches. This South-African comedy sensation, known for sold out shows, is back with his unique outlook on life.
Anna Davel en The Melisizwe Plaatjie Collective
Prepare to be swept away by this collaboration between two of South Africa’s most enchanting musical talents – an unforgettable jazz concert that celebrates the rich tapestry of local and world music.
Antie Wi’oekal
The Dress. YouTube’s comedy hype channel has a conspiracy where “weird Hollywood” is obsessed with pressuring black men to play black women and slam their people.
Apple
Onder ’n groen appelboom krap Adam (’n knorrige realis) en Steve (’n uitbundige, emosionele optimis) hul pad uit die grond uit en die wêreld van ontdekking binne.
Atropa: Die wraak van vrede
In a world torn apart by war, inequality and the legacy of colonialism, Atropa strikes like an arrow to the heart. Celebrated Flemish writer Tom Lanoye’s reimagining of the Trojan War is not just a retelling – it is a radical indictment of contemporary power, patriarchy and the politics of violence.
Badtyd
’n Ou wil maar net sy uitstap mooi maak. Toe hy gebore is, in die bad geverf met muf, het hulle sy ma kom haal. Vandag, jare later, is hulle terug. Dis weer badtyd.
Blitsteater
If last year’s Blitsteater has taught us anything, it’s that short theatre works can hit you just as hard as a long production – sometimes faster! For KKNK’s 30th birthday, we’re not taking our foot off the pedal, on the contrary, we’re stepping on it.
Boklied
A number of somewhat outdated actors come together in a time of crisis in a closed space – an established, unused hall or perhaps just a prison. Away from the so-called “normality” outside, they reflect on love, life and death.
Brousels en baksels
The story of a rugged yet fertile land – spirits born from the heart of the Karoo and shaped by the character of its people.
CRYBABY
On a perfectly ordinary morning, at a perfectly ordinary daycare centre, three-year-old Samuel experiences the unspeakable destroyer of innocence – the news. He changes in the blink of an eye: From a blissfully happy child to a weary adult, aged decades by dire headlines, tragic events and the fate of humanity that is hopelessly too heavy for his new shoulders to bear.
Deep Heat
Hedda had to flee the police and the city at dawn. She had no one to call, except her brother, Gizz. Over the course of a morning, we find out how Hedda and Gizz ended up where they are: hiding in a small hut on a Karoo farm.
Destiny Twice Over. And the Fate of a Half-eaten Sandwich.
In this absurdist intervention, five deluded students squabble over a sacred object that sits at the pinnacle of their disjointed reality.
Die ander dogter
A 10-year-old girl accidentally discovers the existence of a sister who died two years before she was born. That girl was Annie Ernaux, recipient of the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2022.
Die gebed van ’n halfmens
At a landfill outside Oudtshoorn, a prediction of where humanity might be headed, awaits. This drama explores the impact of technology: Spectacle or horror?
Die kronieke van Buks
In the dusty streets of Paul Roux, Buks barks king. A small white chihuahua who thinks he is as big as a rhinoceros. Buks pitter-patters from house to house, hearing the gossip, and the secrets.
Die opwinding en uitdagings van plekspesifieke teater
Nicola Hanekom en die geselskap van haar nuwe plekspesifieke drama, Die gebed van ’n halfmens, gesels oor die uitdagings van plekspesifieke teater, maar waarom ’n nietradisionele ruimte vir teater ingespan word.
Die Wynmeester: Kom proe saam
The presenter of the popular VIA series Die Wynmeester, Danie van der Merwe, has invited six independent winemakers to the KKNK.
Dom, PasOp!
Welkom in die lewe van ’n Cheese Boy. Hy is ryker as meeste swart ouens en sy sak is platter as meeste wit ouens … Net sag genoeg om van albei kante die brak se byt te voel.
Doolhof
A young couple is entangled in love, faith, sexual boundaries and expectations that flame up in every conversation. Ewan wants a future with unfaltering love, a marriage, and all that goes with it.
Einde en begin
Op ’n sendingstasie in die destydse Rhodesië beleef die kind Marié die wêreld om haar met verwondering, humor, nuuskierigheid en, soos sy ouer word, met groeiende ontnugtering.
Emotional Black Male
Emotional Black Male is a hilarious, heart-cracking comedy special from the mind of Uncool Tea, the softest hard guy you know. In this hour of pure emotional chaos (and clarity), he tackles toxic masculinity, township tenderness, and therapy-talk with a mic in one hand.
Excerpts | Uittreksels
’n Versameling monoloë wat die dekades-oue onderwerpe van Westerse inmenging, sielkundige kondisionering en sensuur, deur ’n Kaapse lens ondersoek.
Feesmark Music Stages: 3 April
It's full-on festival in the Feesmark! Entertainment on the more intimate day stage starts early in the day and will get you in a party mood for the evening's Feesmark stage line-up, with entertainement till late. A delicious variety of eats and something cold to drink is never too far away.
Francois van Coke: Hoe ek dit onthou
Join Francois van Coke for an intimate performance featuring acoustic arrangements of his most famous songs and the stories of his 23-year long music career.
ge-gebergtes
A few days after his 90th birthday, an Emeritus Professor is overwhelmed by life. It was a Saturday, the Springboks were supposed to play that afternoon, and his computer, phone, nothing would work, everything just became too much.
Geagte kampeerders
Wynand van Vollenstee is Oom Frik, caretaker, owner and manager of the Willewaters Camping Site. Thiart Li plays the role of Oom Frik’s loyal right-hand man, Henry. Every December, they stand ready to welcome the vast Transvaler population.
Gebou soos Steffi Graf
After all the terrible reports about Wilgenhof, I tried to remember anxieties and trauma from my years spent in Die Plek, but all that came to mind were flashes of fantastic parties, and particularly the weekend with Steffi.
Gryp elke grasHolm
Grab at every straw of humour, hope or harmony you can find, because the world is in chaos right now! We have to make the comedy and create the laughter ourselves. Gryp elke grasHolm might just help you in this search for funny, tenderness and meaning.
Haasvoël
Welkom by die Nasionale konferensie van skaars spesies. Op vandag se agenda: Die bespreking en ontleding van die Haasvoël in sy natuurlike habitat.
Historiese skattejag en skets
Discover the secrets of the ostrich capital in this treasure hunt adventure where young explorers can unravel the rich history and architectural treasures of Oudtshoorn. Each clue has a new story, a new mystery and a chance for your team to win.
Kafka’s Ape
Kafka’s Ape is a relentless, disturbing confession of a former ape who escaped his cage by learning to imitate “civilised” humans. Trapped in a suit and with impeccable language, Red Peter reports to an academy that analyses him like a guinea pig while simultaneously applauding his “progress.”
Kattekwaad en Koekeloer
It’s always playtime in the world of mischief and peeping (kattekwaad and koekeloer). Woeps and Waps are unlikely friends. Waps hides away in her imaginary world and Woeps is a know-it-all chatterbox.
Kenan ennie Klopse
A story about belonging. Kenan stands on a threshold. His people whisper what he must be, but inside him burns another rhythm – the voice of his dreams that can only be heard when all falls silent.
Kompoun
In the theatre adaptation of Ronelda Kamfer’s novel, the poignant story is narrated by two grandchildren of the McKinney family of Groenplaas, Nadia and Xavie.
Kry vir jou ’n tux, Thomas
Tessa was not born yesterday. She knows that tonight’s event and the ridiculous “Lifetime Achievement Award” she’s receiving, subtly say that her time is over.
LAPA Lekkerleesminuut
Each day at 11:30, famous actors and writers read from some of LAPA’s most loved children’s books at the Klein KKNK-teater. Great book prizes can be won.
Lemoene, Lemoene, Lemoene, Lemoene, Lemoene
In a South Africa where people are only allowed to use 140 words a day, two young lovers must learn to live with silence, and fight with words.
Luna Paige: Die reisigers
Luna Paige sings about the “great journey” and the ever-elusive final destination. She explores spaces where movement, stillness of spirit, self-love and acceptance bring harmony.
Markus (en die brandblusser op die derde verdieping)
On the third floor of the Museum of Cakes, Markus sits, cigarette in hand. He has just come off his anxiety medication and is processing his past three years at university with the help of a fire extinguisher.
Met die maan gepla
’n Muis wat nog nooit kon droom nie, begin wonder oor die maan. Wat volg is ’n klein verhaal oor groot drome en die dinge wat ons laat opkyk. ’n Visuele, hartroerende storie vir oud en jonk.
Miniatuur-herinneringe: ’n Borsspeld-werksessie
Every brooch (borsspeld) has a story, including yours. In this creative workshop, participants create two miniature works of art: One text-based brooch (a word, short sentence or phrase) and one image-based brooch, like a small landscape, portrait or abstract form.
Netphlix
Netphlix is a fast-paced, high-energy satire of online streaming conglomerates. Performed and written by award-winning theatre-maker and comedian, Sophie Joans, the show uses improv, physical theatre, comedy and sketch to bring to life all your favourite online series.
Olifant-en-ontbyt-ervaring
Enjoy a buffet breakfast in the restaurant and experience a wonderful encounter with the gentle giants, Malaika, Bulelo and Jabari, the three orphaned African elephants who found their happily ever after at Buffelsdrift Game Lodge.
Olyf tot olyfolie
This tour and tasting offers a warm, friendly and educational experience where participants learn how olive oil is grown, harvested and produced. Whether you are a connoisseur of olive oil or not – this is a fantastic tour for anyone who wants to see more of the famous De Rustica Olive Estate.
Om te onthou: Plaaslike geskiedenis deur die lens van fotografie
Die tweede paneel bring navorsingsdeelnemers byeen om te besin oor hul ervarings om gefotografeer te word, beelde te versamel en dat hul stories die openbare domein betree.
Ommitafel
Come in, sit down. Here where the stories are still warm and memories hover like steam over the dishes. Ommitafel is an intimate musical journey about people, meals and moments that bind us.
Omwentelinge, ’n papierspel
The word “omwenteling ” (revolution) comes from the Latin circumvolvo , meaning “winding movements or patterns”. Within their separate spiral worlds, Cilliers and Kombuis consider what to write or what to read.
Opera Blocks: Under the Sea
Cape Town Opera’s enchanting Opera Blocks: Under the Sea production is ideal for introducing toddlers and young children to the world of opera and classical music.
Ouma en die ou koeie
As we get older, most people tend to (conveniently) forget certain things. And it’s usually the things we don’t want to remember. And the things we do want to remember, over time, seem to get all sorts of embellishments added.
Play Things
The hottest showcase of new work. Play Things is South Africa’s favourite space for new work. Monologues, sketch, magic, comedy, script-readings, clowning and more.
Popsielkunde en geestesgesondheid
Om dagboek te hou is deesdae vreeslik in die mode. Dit help blykbaar die psigiese bedrading. Skryf vir terapie is so oud soos die berge. Waarom dan nou maak asof Chat of Claude baanbrekers op dié gebied is?
Potloodsakkie: Agter die zip
Ever wonder what happens behind the zipper of a pencil case in a school bag of a Gr. 7 student on the first day of a new school year? Come meet the old stationery buddies and see how the addition of new, strange school accessories changes the dynamics in the bag.
Reünie
It’s the same school hall, only 43 years later. The reunion of the 1980 matric class is in full swing and during the evening several classmates take turns at the microphone to have their say.
Seisoen van Steyn
Dit is die “Seisoen van Steyn” en die meester van spanning het weer lesers aan die wonder. Skimme en spoorsoekers is ’n versameling kortverhale – ’n interessante mengsel van raaisel, misdaad en meer.
Seun
In Seun, Dana Snyman shares the part of his story he has never talked about before: his experiences in the 1980s. This is the time of P.W. Botha’s finger, the “Voëlvry” tour, AWB rallies, negotiations and the last days of military service.
Skandalig
The party is full-on until late at night at Skandalig. Expect loads of musical surprises and a great time, the perfect way to end (or start) your festival day.
Spoel
The award-winning Karoo Kaarte-team behind Die Swartmerrie returns with a brand-new drama from this project’s research. In Spoel , Oudtshoorn is remembered by the people who learned to look carefully. The play follows four Oudtshoorn residents – photographers and children from families of photographers – whose lives unfolded over generations in front of and behind the lens.
Sterrekyk in die Klein Karoo
Take a walk under the vast, starlit Klein Karoo sky with Night Sky Tours on this unforgettable stargazing experience, where the silence of the Klein Karoo and the brilliance of the night sky create the perfect backdrop to explore the cosmos.
Stille vuur
The world needs peace – more than ever. Each of us yearns for it. The only way to achieve peace in a broken world is to pursue it with passion: to create a silent fire (stille vuur) of beauty.
Stories onnerie DAK
Hierdie unieke interaktiewe storievertel-ervaring bring gesoute storievertellers byeen, en gehoorlede kry ook ’n beurt – inderwaarheid verskaf hulle die eerste vonk.
Suikerkoekie-versierklasse
Have you always wanted to learn how to decorate sugar cookies creatively, and challenge yourself a bit? This is your chance. Learn the basic techniques of flooding, wet on wet and wet on dry under the guidance of Marita Lamprecht.
The Fool’s Guide
The work is conceived as a physical and performative comic meditation on the interface between contemporary tech and The Fool, The Everyman and The Innocent.
The Scullery Quintet: Stir-Fried Sonatas
Get ready to excite your musical senses with The Scullery Quintet’s delightful performance of their award-winning Stir-Fried Sonatas. This is definitely not your ordinary classical concert – it’s an enticing mix of classical crossover, jazz and popular music, promising to pamper your ears and spark your appreciation for the extraordinary.
Vandagsedag
Ná C’est la vie (2013) en Net mooi fine (2019) is Lanie van Reenen terug met Vandagsedag; die vertelling van’n kleiner, onder-die-radar-lewe; die huis wat sy liefderik restoureer in die plattelandse dorpie waar sy land, hoe sy, ten spyte van die beperkinge wat met die ouderdom saamkom, steeds ja sê vir avonture.
Veer
Om te sterf, om te slaap – dis al wat oorbly. Niks anders nie. Wie weet watter drome jy dalk mag droom?
Verwelkingslied
In Breytenbach’s last play, we are taken on a journey by the master, who imagines himself at his own funeral. Breyten enters into a consciousness-expanding and intimate conversation with an elderly stage actress.
Vier die storie!
Saam met die KKNK se drie dekades vier Nataniël die afgelope 30 jaar as skrywer, sy meer as 25 topverkopers en ook sy loopbaan as storieverteller. Hy gesels met sy vriendin en medekunstenaar Anna-Mart van der Merwe oor die kuns van stories vertel, die vele maniere om verhale te deel en die ontdek van nuwe kulture.
Visuelekuns-rondleidings
Sluit daagliks aan by verskeie kunstenaars vir ’n rondleiding van die visuele kuns by die 30ste KKNK. Tree in gesprek met verskillende kunstenaars en kurators. Elke dag besoek ’n ander uitstalling.
Vrou ens. 1.2
Mandri Sutherland (Vroudrie) returns this year with Vrou ens 1.2. It is about the women who have, up to now, defined, criticised, irritated, challenged and inspired her, and continue to do so.
Wag, wat?
Rehearsal môre gewone tyd in die kerksaal. Ons het baie om deur te werk, so moet asseblief nie laat wees nie! Onthou jou water en goeie vibes! Kwaai
Wat om te doen as die wêreld brand
The world is on fire, but the angel/oracle/demi-goddess who single-handedly mans the customer service centre of the cosmos has been booked off due to burnout. The big ear of the universe is totally over it. Who is going to listen to humanity’s whining, give advice on relationships and put out fires where they threaten to wreak havoc?
Waterman, Prins en ’n Brief op veertigduisend voet
Waterman van Herman Wasserman is ’n toeganklike bundel waarin die digter in soepel taal sy persoonlike ervarings verwoord én in gesprek tree met digters wat hom voorafgegaan het.
Wildehondekloof: Fynbos-fynproe
Wildehondekloof’s popular fynbos tour and tasting is presented for the second time at the KKNK. Experience the wonder of the Klein Karoo’s fynbos in food. After a short walk in the veld to look at the plants, participants return to the main house where fynbos-flavoured salts, vinegar and tea are tasted.
With/Draw
Mense kom en mense gaan, maar familie is vir ewig … reg? Twee susters verlustig hulle in die vreugdes van hul verhouding, bou aan die band tussen hulle en skep saam herinneringe.