Chester Missing Comedy Show at Paul Cluver

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THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. PLEASE CONTACT THE ORGANISER FOR MORE INFORMATION.

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There’s definitely something ironic in the fact that South Africa’s favourite political commentator is none other than a puppet – one Mr Chester Missing, in fact. Having recently been kidnapped by Air France, Mr Missing has successfully returned to our shores to perform his side-splitting act at Paul Cluver’s open-air amphitheatre on Saturday, 12 March 2016.

Iconic, pithy and always on point, Chester and his associate Conrad Koch will be making their Hope@PaulCluver debut, as part of the estate’s charity performance series. The provocative puppet has been saying things he shouldn’t for many years now, earning the controversial act critical acclaim both locally and overseas.

Chester’s handler, Conrad Koch, holds a Master’s degree in Social Anthropology, which, coupled with a sharp sense of humour, has served him well in navigating our tumultuous political landscape. Koch is known as a trailblazer and pioneer in the ventriloquism industry, having exposed a broad audience to the art, both in South Africa and abroad. Watch in awe as Chester talks away, with Koch’s mouth not moving a muscle!

Koch is also not known to shy away from a challenge and takes great pleasure in tackling pressing political issues in an intelligent, insightful and satirical manner. The London newspaper The Independent said the performance “Brings the roof down,” while the Sunday Times, London stated that the show is, “Taking ventriloquism beyond anything in the UK or America.” Whether Mr Missing is discussing the art of sock and Croc wearing, race relations, Oscar Pistorius, xenophobia or another hot topic, you can rest assured that this is one puppet that will pull your funny strings and have you in stitches.

While you’re enjoying the comedy show, make sure you take a moment to appreciate the pretty setting, which is open-air and surrounded by sweet-smelling eucalyptus trees. Bring a blanket, warm clothes, cushions and snacks, and be sure to purchase some tasty treats from the on-site vendors, complemented by some of the estate’s fine wines. Remember, no alcohol bought from home is permitted into the venue.

TICKETS FOR THE 2015 CHESTER MISSING SHOW AT PAUL CLUVER

Tickets cost R150p/p, are limited to only 600 and are available via Computicket.com and Computicket outlets. All profits from the ticket sales go to the Thembalitsha Foundation in the Elgin and Grabouw areas. Be aware: No ticket pick-ups on the day at the gate; concert-goers must collect their tickets at Computicket outlets before the event.

Seats are not reserved, so it’s best to get there early to secure a prime spot. Fold-up chairs, tables and prams are not permitted in the arena.

Wine glasses will also be on sale at the venue at R25 each.

Gates open at 5pm and the concert will sound off at 7pm come rain or shine (come prepared), and refunds will not be issued. Note that the amphitheatre closes at 10pm, and this is a 16+ age restricted show.

DIRECTIONS TO THE PAUL CLUVER AMPHITHEATRE IN GRABOUW

FROM CAPE TOWN:

• Take the N2 highway.
• Cross over Sir Lowry’s Pass.
• Continue passed the Elgin/Grabouw exits.
• At the Kromco apple packing Co-Op turn left.
• Follow the signs to the Paul Cluver amphitheatre (+- 2km from the Kromco turn-off).

ABOUT THE THEMBALITSHA FOUNDATION IN THE ELGIN VALLEY

In Xhosa, Thembalitsha means ‘new hope’, which is exactly what this Cape Town-based non-profit organisation spreads throughout the impoverished communities of South Africa. Through their numerous projects and programmes, the foundation provides education, training and healthcare with a particular focus on the destitute, sick and vulnerable.

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