Absinthè returns to Cape Town
ABSINTHÈ returns to Cape Town
3 performances only : 5 – 8 December 2012
After a resoundingly successful inaugural visit to Cape Town in July, Absinthè returns to Cape Town by popular demand, for a follow-up 3-performance visit in December from the 5th to the 8th.
With a powerhouse set-up from the two lead singers of the popular bands Wonderboom and Sugardrive, Cito and Paul E. Flynn have been teasing the South Africa audiences with very select shows from their group, Absinthè, over the past 2 years, taking them on an elaborate musical journey.
Absinthè perfectly embodies the spirit of the project with a simple concept. No originals, just covers
Cito and Paul have taken a supper club approach to some of their favourite songs from the last century. The duo is a laid-back meeting of two unique voices and acoustic guitars. Intended to charm those in an unplugged environment, Absinthè has entertained music lovers with an awesome show of great alternative classics to contemporary favourites.
Through jamming together, Cito and Paul found that they had similar taste in music. They thought it’d be a unique concept to keep them busy and having fun interpreting mutually admired songs by their great legendary influences such as, Joy Division, the Verve, Pixies, Placebo, House of Love, Coldplay, Depeche Mode, Johnny Cash, The Mission and many others. Cito and Paul have chosen this format to pay tribute to a way of life, and some great music, with their own unique signature.
Taken from their Double CD debut album “A Rendezvous at Nirvana”, June 2012 saw the group release their long-awaited Music Video for the Joy Division hit, “Love Will Tear Us Apart” to a great response. Watch the video, here:http://www.youtube.com/
“We had such a blast in Cape Town last time, we feel as if we’re “returning to the scene of the crime” as it were; surely it’s criminal to have such fun!” exlaims Cito excitedly. “We’re thrilled to be able to return so soon and we look forward to performing in other venues in the Mother City this time round and seeing our fans there again. So, voila!!! Here we come…again!”
Fans in Cape Town will be delighted as Absinthè return to the Mother City for a second time in 2012, for some shows from the 5th to 8th December.
Catch Absinthè live at the following 4 performance dates in the Cape:
5 December – Waxing Lyrical @ Mercury Live
Absinthè AND Long Time Citizen on the bill
Venue Address: 43 De Villiers Street, Zonneblom
Entrance Fee: R30 per person at the door.
Performance Time: Doors open 8pm, Show at 9pm
Special Guest : Long Time
Event Enquiries / Additional information: 021 465 2106
7 December – Grand Daddy Hotel
Venue Address: 38 Long Street, Cape Town
Entrance Fee: R30 per person at the door.
Performance Time: Bar opens at 5pm, show starts at 6pm.
8 December – Kalk Bay Theatre
Venue Address: 52 Main Road, Kalk Bay
Entrance Fee: R85 – advanced bookings essential
Performance Time: Doors open at 6:30pm, show starts at 8:30pm
*Optional Extra – Dinner is available from 7pm – an a la carte menu is available
Bookings only done online: http://www.kbt.co.za/
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Catch Absinthè live at the following 4 performance dates in the Cape:
12 July – Lovell Gallery in Woodstock, CT
Venue Address: 139 Albert Road, Woodstock
Entrance Fee: R150 per person, including 1 bottle of wine per couple. Light meals will be available at additional cost (optional) on the night
Performance Time: Doors open 18h00, Show at 19h00
Bookings: Advanced bookings essentional : www.parkerevents.co.za
Event Enquiries / Additional information: Email Andy at andy@parkerevents.co.za
13 July – Kalk Bay Theatre
Venue Address: Corner Main Road and Rouxville Road, Kalk Bay
Entrance Fee: R85 – advanced bookings essential
Performance Time: Doors open at 6pm, show starts at 8pm
*Optional Extra – Dinner available from 7pm – Beer, Burger and Chips for an additional R75, purchased on the night at the venue
Bookings only done online: http://www.kbt.co.za/
14 July – Cape Angel Guesthouse
Venue Address: 3 Fig Street, Fernwood, Newlands, Cape Town
Entrance Fee: R300 including a 2-course meal (Main Course and Dessert) – guests advised to mention any dietary restrictions when booking.
Performance Time: Arrival 7pm. (Main Course served at 7:30pm, the performance begins at 8:45pm, then Dessert is served afterwards)
Venue Contact Details for Bookings: Telephone – 021 683 5058 / on email at lynn@capeangel.co.za
Additional information:
- Advanced bookings and pre-payment via EFT transfer essential as it’s an extremely intimate setting of a maximum of 30 people – seating: at 2 dining tables; 1 a 20-seater, 1 a 10-seater
- Venue is not conducive for children younger than 12
- It is not possible to book for show only, price includes dinner and the performance
To check out the venue : http://www.capeangel.co.za
Sun, 15 July 2012 - Berties Mooring
Venue Address: The Boardwalk, Harbour Island
Entrance Fee: Free – no advanced bookings necessary although guests are encouraged to arrive early to avoid being turned away when venue is full.
Performance Time: 6 – 8pm. 2 performance sets within that time frame
Venue Contact Details : Telephone – 021 856 3343 / info@berties.co.za / http://www.berties.co.za/
Absinthè @ Le Canard – Le retour
Absinthe back by popular demand at Le Canard
Joburg diners are in for a treat when Cito and Paul E Flynn, two of the country’s finest power-house performers, can be seen on one stage again as ABSINTHE.
Back by incredible popular demand after their sell-out inaugural performance at Le Canard late last year, they will reprise their performance at the award-winning upscale Sandton restaurant on Saturday 25th February, in an evening themed “French Affair”.
Absinthe is the acoustic rock collaboration between the lead singers of WONDERboom and Sugardrive, Cito and Paul E Flynn, where they have taken a supper club approach to some of your favourite songs from the last century. The concept is simple. No originals, just covers.
The fusion of these two uniquely diverse voices will be accompanied by acoustic guitars in an awesome show ranging from great alternative classics to contemporary favourites. Cito and Paul pay tribute to a way of life with their own unique signature performances in a relaxed, unplugged style ideally suited for this cosy setting.
In keeping with their innovative soiree concepts, hosts Le Canard will present a menu themed on “French Affair”: tantalizing French dishes, with a dash or two of Absinthe liqueur. Expect to fall in love with traditional fare, fused with ultra-modern notes, in the 4-course mouth-watering menu, with choices. Over and above an informal Absinthe tasting, guests will enjoy a selection of wines specially imported from France, notably from the Bordeaux and Languedoc Roussillon regions.
Says Cito; “We finally get to live up to our French and sophisticated name! When Paul and I first spoke about how and where we wanted Absinthè to perform, we envisaged playing at cosy restaurants that had character and atmosphere. Our first performance at Le Canard last October was such a blast for us and immediately became a firm favourite, so we’re thrilled to have been ask to return as our duo performance lends itself ideally to a more intimate performance in places such as this wonderful restaurant.”
Their programme will include easily recognisable hits that the audience love, including Hallelujah (Leonard Cohen), Clocks (Coldplay), On Call (Kings of Leon), Bittersweet Symphony (The Verve), Love Will Tear Us Apart (Joy Division) to name a few, and added to the bill will be brand new renditions, performed for the very first time by Absinthe, of other all-time classics like Who Wants to Live Forever (Queen), Condemnation (Depeche Mode) and a few other surprises that will blow the guests away, all culminating in an unforgettable evening of great music alongside fine wining and dining.
A wide selection of these musical numbers are available on Absinthe’s recently released album, “A Rendezvous at Nirvana”; which will also be on sale on the evening.
The “Absinthe @ Le Canard” experience on Saturday 25 February is a magnificent entertainment option for the mature, discerning audience. The ticket price of R380 is all inclusive of the performance, 4-course menu, liqueurs and French wines.
Booking is essential as seating is limited for this one night only musical journey experience. Their first show at Le Canard sold out within a week of bookings opening, so ensure you book early to avoid disappointment.
Reservations can be made on 011 884 4597 or lecanard@icon.co.za
For more information on Le Canard, log onto www.lecanard.co.za
For more information on Absinthe, log onto www.absintheband.co.za
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