Arts for the planet sustainable Earth Hub

‘Africa Speaks’ Exhibit: 'Africa Speaks' is an incredible photographic exhibition with work from contributors across Africa. Their work is paired with the artist's comments about Climate change in their country. Read more – ‘‘Africa Speaks’ Exhibit’.
Adolf en Sy Papier Poppe: Adolf en sy Papier Poppe is a magical story about Opa Adolf, a hard working man who devotes his life to cleaning the streets. With the garbage he collects, he creates beautiful objects, tin flowers, plastic butterflies and paper dolls; Opa Adolf literally transforms junk into beauty and gives life to recycled materials. One of these paper dolls is Goliath, who has magical powers. Goliath’s purpose is to warn people on earth about the dangers of pollution. Read more – ‘Adolf en Sy Papier Poppe’.
Arts for a Sustainable Earth Walk: This year the Out the Box Festival is going green and has identified Observatory as the green hub of the festival with a focus on environmentally conscious theatre. It has been named the Arts for a Sustainable Earth Platform. To celebrate the “kick off” of the festival and to create awareness around environmental issues, a walk will be taking place on 3rd September. Read more – ‘Arts for a Sustainable Earth Walk’.
Balancing Act: "Balancing Act', is an exciting new interactive Edu-story fresh from Durban, by Adi Paxton and award winning director Garth Anderson. Can the audience help young Cindi, 'Kay Roach' and Xeno/Xena to tip the balance for the planet before it's too late? Themes of biodiversity, tolerance and climate change are explored using storytelling, magic, puppetry and mime in this entertaining family piece. Read more – ‘Balancing Act’.
Earth Forum: The Earth Forum is an intimate dialogue space which accesses each participant's picture of how they live in a climate changing world. Anyone and everyone can participate in this interactive, reflective and explorative dialogue. Read more – ‘Earth Forum’.
Inua: In a timeless space, a woman sets off on a shapeshifting journey meeting arctic creatures, and the untamed forces of Nature. Inspired by Scandinavian and Greenland landscapes, Snell's shape-shifting physical theatre piece combines multi-media imagery and sound with the subtleties of physical movement and searing emotion. Read more – ‘Inua’.
Land of the Underneath: Brendon Bussy (South Africa) & Jori Snell : Baba Yaga Theatre (Denmark/South Africa) Venue Theatre Arts Admin Collective, Observatory Arts for a Sustainable Earth Hub Dates Wed 7 September 9:30 Thu 8 September 9:30 Thu 8 September 15:00 Sat 10 September 10:00 Duration Workshop 3 hrs Appropriate for 9+ The workshop will start with a [...] Read more – ‘Land of the Underneath’.
MAfrika-kie: In a world of 'numb nay sayers', one little girl faces her fears and embarks on a journey to find a remedy for the world and its people - she meets elders, fairies, natures elements and discovers the remedy within herself and community. Follow the adventure story of this comical little earth child as she searches for possibilities and remedies - she will captivate your heart and mind. Read more – ‘MAfrika-kie’.
Making Eco-plays in South Africa – Kyla Davis (Wellworn Theatre Company): Venue Theatre Arts Admin Collective, Observatory Dates and Venues Sun 11 Sept; 14h00- 15h00 Duration 2 hours Appropriate for Emerging and professional artists Cost Free Bookings through Justin at: admin@unimasouthafrica.org or 021 462 5811 An interactive discussion for anyone interested in making plays about the relationship we all need to be nurturing – our relationship [...] Read more – ‘Making Eco-plays in South Africa – Kyla Davis (Wellworn Theatre Company)’.
Planet B: Sometimes, in war, famine and radical times of change, there is someone still standing. And sometimes, they are not alone. Amongst the dunes of post-2050 earth a mirage of humanity glimmers in the heat. Read more – ‘Planet B’.
Pollution Revolution: Well Worn Theatre Co. presents Craig Morris and Jaques De Silva, two storytelling maestros, as they take you on a high-octane, action-packed, carbon-kicking adventure. From the emerald depths of the Amazon to the frenetic streets of Future Jozi, you’ll meet penguins, frogs and petrol attendants all on a mission to fix the planet and save our species! Suitable for Moms, Dads, Uncles and Tannies too. Read more – ‘Pollution Revolution’.
POPART Showcase: Venue Arts for a Sustainable Earth Hub Dates Sat 3 September 15:30 Duration 90 mins Appropriate for All Ages The PopArt Showcase will be a double bill including the piece, PopArt, and “Funny Oceans”, a 30 minute piece by Natural Fire, based in Masiphumelele, which explores our relationship with the sea and its creatures through [...] Read more – ‘POPART Showcase’.
The Adventures of Sam the Swallow: Venue Magnet Theatre, Observatory Arts for a Sustainable Earth hub Dates Mon 5 September 17:30 Tue 6 September 13:30 Wed 7 September 11:30 Thu 8 September 12:00 Duration 45 mins Most appropriate for 7-13 This is a charming story following the journey of a swallow who gets lost on his annual migration North. On his [...] Read more – ‘The Adventures of Sam the Swallow’.
The Green Revolution: Watching THE GREEN REVOLUTION means you will never be the same again! Whether its apathy, fear or just plain ignorance that prevents you from doing all the right things to save your planet, the Green Guardians intend to shake you awake and give you quick and easy tips on how you can do your share! Read more – ‘The Green Revolution’.
The Last Man Standing: The Last Man Standing hails from Kenya, and is the tale of a brave wildebeest called Mara. Mara goes through the most trying moments in her life, ending up as the last carcass - (BONES). The story is told by BONES in 2070; and through a letter written by the Mask in 2010 warning of the pending danger caused by climate change years before the wildebeest were wiped away. The story takes the audience through the life cycle of the wildebeest, and is full of unbelievable events, struggle, bravery, feast, famine, life and death. Read more – ‘The Last Man Standing’.
The Whale Show: The wondering whale watchers are characters on a quest to become like whales with hilarious consequences. They swirl the audience into a high-energy comedy adventure juggling to catch food, bubbling under-water music, receiving e-whales from a giant puppet called Wanda. They discover that the ocean is under threat and get everybody involved in taking care of the sea and saving our whales. Don't miss this amazing whale tale for families with children age 6 and over. Read more – ‘The Whale Show’.
WARP – Interactive Sculpture: WARP is the Cape Town arm of an international community crochet project which creates coral to attract attention to the increased bleaching and deterioration of coral reefs around the world. Read more – ‘WARP – Interactive Sculpture’.