Absinthe perform live in Cape Town and surrounds

Beauty, freedom, love and...a line-up of dinner concerts around the Mother City

We know all of you ‘looking-for-a-cause, pseudo-intellectual’ types who identify a little too deeply with the plight of ‘the impressionist movement’ (yes hipsters, that means you) start frothing at the mouth anytime Absinthè is mentioned; so take heed, from Thursday, 12 July until Sunday, 15 July Absinthè – the band – is performing in various venues in Cape Town and surrounds.

The culmination of the lead singers of Wonderboom (Cito) and Sugardrive (Paul E. Flynn), AbsinthèAbsinthe specialises in intimate, acoustic musical intoxications. Think the Rat Pack crossed with a Bohemian James Dean.

Cito and Paul E Flynn provide the vocals and the acoustic and classical guitar influence, while ex-Martin Rocka, Sick Shop drummer and former DJ, Paulo Rego, brings in the light backbeat. Their style is laid-back and comfortable. So much so, that audience members are encouraged to have dinner while they, ahem, rock-out. (See following four performance dates for more details)

Expect old favourites like Hallelujah (Leonard Cohen), Clocks (Coldplay), On Call (Kings of Leon), Bittersweet Symphony (The Verve), Love Will Tear Us Apart (Joy Division); as well as Absinthè’s own renditions of Who Wants to Live Forever (Queen) and Condemnation (Depeche Mode), to name but a few. Some other unplugged surprises will also likely make for a memorable evening.

A more mature entertainment option for the discerning audience, the Absinthè dinnershow experience is not only about paying tribute to a certain way of life, it’s also about appreciating unforgettable music in intimate settings.

The band is currently fine-tuning their debut CD, ‘A Rendezvous at Nirvana’ which, in true Absinthè style, was recorded live.

Absinthè Gig Guide: Cape Town and Surrounds

Thursday 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 an additional cost (optional) on the night
Performance Time: Doors open 18h00, Show at 19h00
Bookings: Advanced bookings essential: www.parkerevents.co.za
Event Enquiries: Email Andy at andy@parkerevents.co.za

Friday 13 July – Kalk Bay Theatre

Venue Address: Corner Main Road and Rouxville Road, Kalk Bay
Entrance Fee: R85 – advanced booking is 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:Bookings only done online: http://www.kbt.co.za/

Saturday 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)
Performance Time: Arrival 7pm. (Main Course served at 7:30pm, the performance begins at 8:45pm, then Dessert is served afterwards)
Bookings: Venue Contact Details for Bookings: Telephone – 021 683 5058 / on email at lynn@capeangel.co.za
– Guests advised to mention any dietary restrictions when booking.

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 being a 20-seater, the other 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

Sunday 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
Bookings: Venue Contact Details: Telephone – 021 856 3343 / info@berties.co.za / http://www.berties.co.za/

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By Aisling Holmes