Stellenbosch in the Cape Winelands is rich in history and culture. Theatre for instance: Eikestad - as Stellenbosch is nick named, meaning Oak Town - boasts 9 theatres!
Dorp Street Theatre Café Situated in the historical centre of Stellenbosch, on one of the most picturesque streets: Dorp Street, home of many of the most historical houses in South Africa. From live music to theatre shows and stand-up comedy.
* Stellenbosch, 021-886 6107/083 417 9389* Endler Hall (Conservatory of Music) The 556-seater Endler Hall, part of the University of Stellenbosch, has excellent acoustical characteristics and has been acclaimed one of the finest concert halls in the world. Regular venue for classical concerts.
* Victoria Street, Stellenbosch University, Stellenbosch, (+27 21 808 2334)* H B Thom Theatre (Dept of Speech & Drama) Host to numerous amateur theatre groups and youth drama festivals. There are rumours about this University theatre being haunted by the spirit of the first Chairperson of the Drama Department - Professor Fred Engelen. Mysterious footsteps have been heard in the Foyer area and also on the Grid above the Stage.
* Stellenbosch University, Cnr Victoria & Andringa Street, Stellenbosch (+27 21 808 3216)* Oude Libertas Amphitheatre Overlooking the Stellenbosch mountain range, the Oude Libertas Amphitheatre offers dance, theatre, music, poetry. And other performing arts. On Saturday: the Oude Libertas Organic Farmers Market. Has restaurant, wine shop & wine tasting, coffee shop, conference facilities and wedding venue.
* Corner of Adam Tas & Oude Libertas rd, Stellenbosch (+27 21 809 7473)* Spier Amphitheatre 1,100-seater Amphitheatre at one of the most popular wine estates in Stellenbosch:
Spier. Presents Opera, Classical Music, Contemporary Music, Musical Theatre and Dance. Many great artists have performed at Spier including FreshlyGround and Hugh Masekela.
*R310, Lynedoch, Stellenbosch, (+27 21 809 1177)* And last but not least: - Breughel Amateur Theatre : 36 Market Street Stellenbosch (+ 27 21 889 5765)
- Klein Libertas Amateur Theatre: Merriman Str, Stellenbosch (+27 21 883 8164)
- Aan De Braak Teater : Alexander Street, above
"Terrace" (+ 27 82 335 3105)
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