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Afronova Contemporary Art Gallery
083 726 5906
Market Theatre precinct , 56 Margaret Mcingana Street
Afronova exhibits modern and contemporary art from the African continent. Gallery Hours: Tues to Sat 13h00-20h00, closed on Monday.
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(011) 838 6266
No 2 President Street
The Joburg Art Bank has been established by the city of Joburg to purchase contemporary art from Joburg based emerging and established artists and to lease this art to the public and private sector for display in their offices and lobbies.
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(011) 492 1278
The Bus Factory, 3 President Street
Students exhibit their print-making projects and crafts are sold.
Gallery hours: Mon to Fri 09h00-16h00, Sat 10h00-15h00
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(011) 838 9145/6
No 10 Henry Nxumalo Street
Bassline hosts the latest international and local acts. The variety of artists performing cater for a range of audiences. Events happen weekly, check the event listings for details.
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(011) 838 6215/9
1 Central Place, Jeppe Street
An outlet for crafts selling Nguni rural beadwork, traditional musical instruments, traditional beadwork, baskets, clothing and household items, tapestries, wall hangings and soft toys in support of rural crafters. Open: Mon to Fri 09h00-16h30, Sat 09h00-13h00
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The Drum Cafe, situated in The Bus Factory, has held over 10 000 events in 16 countries and has performed to some of the world's top organisations and global leaders, including Bill Clinton, The British Royal Family, Nelson Mandela and... George Bush! There are now branches all over the world, including America, Canada, Australia, Germany and the UK. For more information contact the Drum Cafe Team on 011 834 4464 or 083 577 8899, email info@drumcafe.com or visit the website www.drumcafe.co.za.
Kippies on Quinn Street has closed. The original Kippies in the Market Theatre Precinct is soon to be restored and will function as a venue under the management of the Market Theatre. The legendary Kippies will continue to entertain audiences, back in its original venue.
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(011) 834-1444
No 2 President Street
The Market Photo Workshop hosts various exhibitions on a regular basis that are intended to stimulate and engage photography as a medium as well as serving an educational role in the development of photography in South Africa.Open: Mon to Fri 09h00-17h00, Sat & Sun 10h00-16h00
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011 838-2816/7
No 1 President Street
Moving into Dance Mophatong, presents a unique, contemporary, cross-cultural dance experience. Praised internationally for its artistry, vitality and choreographic innovation, this contemporary African dance company has performed to appreciative audiences and critical acclaim locally and throughout Africa, Europe, Australia, the USA, Canada and Malaysia.
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(011) 833-5624
121 Bree Street
The history of South Africa dating from the Stone Age to the present.
Open: Tues to Sun 09h00-17h00, closed on Monday
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(011) 838 6753/2
Bree, Malherbe, Lilian, Main and Avenue Streets
Just down the road in Fordsburg is Johannesburg’s shopping mecca. With over 360 stores, the Oriental Plaza, is a unique shopping experience that guarantees you the best selection of local and international designer brands.
Open: Mon to Thurs 08h30-17h00, Sat 08h30-14h30
www.orientalplaza-fordsburg.co.za
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072 658 0762
The Newtown, 37 Quinn Street.
Working only with a select few artists, the Rooke Gallery aims to further the appreciation of contemporary art.
By appointment.
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011 836 4900
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(011) 639-8400
Miriam Makeba Street between President & Jeppe Street.
Open to school groups and the general public, exhibits teach us about the scientific achievements that shape our lives.
Open: 09h00-17h00 (16h30 on weekends/ holidays).
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(011) 834 9181
10 Mahlatini Street, Fordsburg
The Bag Factory promotes the visual arts through a broad range of activities.
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(011) 833-1347
10 Henry Nxumalo Street
This is a unique concept in the fostering of a dance culture and developing dance audiences in Joburg. Funded mainly by well-wishers, the Dance Factory has had successes in the establishment, equipping and administering of a dance centre through classes, workshops and performances, and in particular to the communities that have been culturally, educationally and economically disadvantaged. The Dance Factory frequently hosts performances by acclaimed local and international dancers. This venue is also available to hire for special events, workshops, rehearsals or performances.
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(011) 832-1641
56 Margaret Mcingana Street
The Market Theatre Precinct was once a thriving Indian produce market, built in the 1900s. Saved from bulldozers by a small group of art activists the Market Theatre is now central to Johannesburg's cultural heritage.
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083 4170 555
Newtown Park
52, Jeppe Street
www.workersmuseum.org.za
The Workers Museum strives to keep the heritage of migrant workers alive and fill a gap in public memory. Like its predecessor, the Workers' Library and Museum, the museum offers spaces for special exhibitions, cultural events as well as educational programmes around migrant labour for communities, school groups and the general public.
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(011) 832-3069
No 1 Central Place, Jeppe Street
South African book store that also plays host to book launches and readings by local authors.
Open: Mon to Sat 08h00-19h00, Sun 09h00-14h00
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Bus Factory, corner of Henry Nxumalo and President streets, Newtown
Visit the Zasekhaya Market, a truly South African market, between 10am and 4pm on Saturday 30 May 2009. Find a range of affordable and unusual gifts and only South African-made arts and crafts which are not just the usual carved hippos and giraffes. Zasekhaya crafts are original, one-of-a-kind, from fashion to mosaic mirrors and handmade papers. Refreshments will also be on sale. Safe parking is available at the Bus Factory or on Mary Fitzgerald Square.
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