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Audience wowed by performances at Cultural Affairs Awards

11 March 2019

Nominees and guests were treated to a feast of performances at the Cultural Affairs Awards, which took place at the Artscape Theatre on Saturday, 9 March 2019.

The awards, hosted by the Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport (DCAS), celebrate and honour individuals and organisations who are making a significant impact in the field of arts, culture, language, heritage, museums and archives.

The evening was opened by the Head of Department, Brent Walters, who emphasized the importance of the various fields in contributing to social inclusion. “The institutions being honoured here tonight have demonstrated their effective impact on communities and we thank them for that. It is our responsibility to conserve arts and culture for future generations.” he said.

In her keynote address, Minister Anroux Marais stated the importance of honouring the department’s valued partners. “At the Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, we strive to promote, advocate for and preserve cultural affairs and we cannot do so successfully and more importantly, sustainably without honouring those who ardently drives this very vision, mindful of all who call the Western Cape home. Tonight, we officially acknowledge, sincerely honour and celebrate with much admiration all of you and your proactive efforts to enhance the lives of others through cultural affairs.” she said.

Guests at the awards were treated to a variety of performances by organisations funded by the department, including the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, Cape Town Opera, Zip Zap Circus and Dance for All.

One of the highlights of the evening was when Minister Marais bestowed a Lifetime Achievement award on composer Trevor Jones. The full list of the evening’s winners can be seen here.

DCAS Supports individuals and organisations making an impact in the fields of arts and culture. Let us support these organisations to sustain them and enable them to reach new heights BETTER TOGETHER.

Media Enquiries: 

Dr Tania Colyn
Head of Communication Service
Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport
Tel: 021 483 9877 / 076 093 4913
E-mail: Tania.Colyn@westerncape.gov.za