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South Africa is a country rich in
cultural diversity and has commonly been referred to as the
“rainbow nation”. This assortment in South
African culture makes South Africa one of the most culturally diverse countries in
the world.
From theatre to dance, opera to
cabaret, fine art to
craft art, classical music to jazz, poetry readings to
lectures, every art form is represented in all main cities
and larges towns.
The visual arts have a rich history in
South Africa and several
art galleries provide opportunities for well-known and
lesser known artists to show-case their talents. The
theatre scene in South Africa offers anything
from drama to opera or dance to cabaret in the numerous
theatres across the country.
Add to that a multitude of
festivals, and any time of the year in South Africa
offers the full range of theatrical experiences. The annual
National Arts Festival in Grahamstown - which has
showcased the cream of the country's creativity in the
performing and graphic arts for over 30 years - has spawned
a variety of smaller festivals all over the country, each
with its own particular personality.
And if you wish to learn about the
cultures, lives and experiences of the various People of
South Africa, visit the variety of
cultural villages spread throughout the country. |
