The Balkanology parties in South Africa were first launched in June 2006 by Event Director Ma’or Harris and a distinctive, highly talented group of collaborators.
After five hit parties with numbers growing from 500 at the first to 3,000 at the fifth, Balkanology has created a cult following and a powerful brand synonymous with zest, energy and a theatrical music experience.
The parties are styled in the way of traditional Eastern European gypsy camps with caravans, bales of hay, tents with tarot and palm-readers, goats, chickens and pigs with DJ’s and musicians performing a remixed fusion of Gypsy, Serbian, Macedonian, Bulgarian and Romanian melodies
DJ Toby2shoes, a pioneer of alternative music in general in South Africa, has drawn inspiration from the Balkanology vision and with Ma’or Harris’ directing, is now seen as the ambassador for Balkan-gypsy-folk.
The Kolo Novo Movie Band, founded by musical director, Grada Djeri specifically for Balkanology has brought together some of the biggest names in South African music to produce a fusion of cultures and musical styles ranging from the Middle Eastern to the Mediterranean and Balkan.
Each party also features an international DJ: Boom Pam (Israel), Dunkelbunt (Austria), Robert Soko (Berlin).
South Africa’s top boat show is the annual showcase for the SA Boat Building Industry, showcasing the largest and latest collection of craft in any venue in SA. It also features the largest collection of imported boats in the country, on the hard and in the water, and all the accessories tht go with them.
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The Durbanville Wine Valley Association (DWVA) charms the country and visitors of the Cape between 14 and 16 September with an annual festival celebrating exceptional wines produced in this region.