SOUTH AFRICAN ARTISTS FOR AIDS AWARENESS Concert 2011

The Africa Centre for HIV/AIDS Management at Stellenbosch University present

The South African Artists for Aids Awareness Concert 2011
Sunday 31 July At 18.30
Baxter Theatre, Main Road, Rondebosch
A powerful classical, pop, adult contemporary and jazz programme
Entertainment for the entire family

Continuing to encourage and enlighten people of their responsibility to the reality of Aids, the Africa Centre for HIV/AIDS Management at Stellenbosch University, headed by Prof Jan du Toit is excited to present The South African Artists for Aids Awareness Concert at the Baxter Theatre on Sunday 31 July at 18.30. It is directed by recording artist, actor and UNAIDS first Goodwill Ambassador to South Africa, Jimmie Earl Perry.

Hosted by the engaging Soli Philander, this joyous concert celebrates its 5th year with artists that include the Mike Campbell Rhythm Orchestra, Vicky Sampson, Karen Kortje, Janelle Visagie, Wilmot Fredericks, Rouchelle Liedemann, the Voices of Love Ensemble, Zip Zap Circus, Wolfgang Riebe, Hilton Andries and many more special guests.

Not only is the event a powerful classical, pop, adult contemporary and jazz programme with surprises to keep feet tapping and hearts pumping, it carries a vital message in support of eliminating the epidemic and the stigma of HIV/AIDS throughout the world.

Since its formation 11 years ago, at the request of the Presidency, The Africa Centre for HIV/AIDS Management is a unit for teaching, research and community interaction and has developed the most comprehensive and largest HIV/AIDS management-training program in the world. In addition, the Educational Theatre and Creative Arts division has attained unparalleled success with education, awareness and voluntary testing across the country.

Jimmie Earl Perry states: ‘The first South African Artists for Aids Awareness concert, partnered with the New Apostolic Symphony Orchestra and Choir was held on February 22, 2009 at Silvertown Auditorium with the theme “Here’s to the Heroes”. It celebrated unsung individuals in our communities who were doing exceptional work in the HIV/AIDS field.

Through creative arts such as music, dance, theatre, photography and comedy, the aim is to continue inspiring more people to help turn around the HIV/AIDS epidemic, and the Africa Centre salutes the artists performing in this concert for their dedication and support.’

Tickets for this one night only concert cost R75 and may be purchased from Computicket, Shoprite and Checkers outlets, Baxter Box Office 021 685 7880 and on line http://www.computicket.com/ - Entertainment for the entire family.

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