OFM OFM Artbeat (Kunsteklop)

OFM Artbeat (Kunsteklop)

Stay up to date with the latest developments in the creative industries, as featured on Mid-Morning Magic.
Weekly English South Africa Performing Arts · Visual Arts
361 Episodes
20 – 40

International duo share their passion for music on the Odeion stage

Joining Yolanda Maartens in the OFM Art Beat is Joseph Kunnuji who will be performing with Mlungisi Gegana on the 29th of March at the Odeion in Bloemfontein. This partnership will transport audiences to a new experience. Joseph also talks about the importance of motivating the youth to pick up…
12 Mar 6 min

Art Therapy helps heal trauma and builds resilience in children

Art therapy is an invaluable tool for addressing childhood trauma, especially within disadvantaged communities in South Africa, where children face significant challenges such as poverty, violence, and abuse. Nadia Lubowski, director at the Anton Lubowski Educational Trust joins Yolanda Maartens in the OFM Art Beat to talk about the various…
3 Mar 8 min

‘Strings in Contrast’ presented by the Odeion String Quartet

Chris van Zyl and Samantha Durrant from the Odeion String Quartet join Yolanda Maartens in the OFM Art Beat to highlight the program they will be presenting on the 13th of March in Bloemfontein. It promises to be an evening of artistry and emotion. Tickets are available from Quicket.
26 Feb 4 min

International accordionist launches the FSSO program for 2025

CEO of the Free State Symphony Orchestra, Daniel Boico, joins Yolanda Maartens in the OFM Art Beat as he launches the 2025 program and talks about the highlights of their upcoming performance on the 8th of March in the Odeion, Bloemfontein. International accordionist Stas Venglevski is their guest and tickets…
19 Feb 6 min

The ArtbankSA's latest exhibition turns art viewers into adventurers

Oliewenhuis Art Museum is pleased to announce the opening of Venture, an exhibition that artfully interweaves recent acquisitions with established works from ArtbankSA's contemporary collection. Venture transforms viewers into adventurers, inviting them to discover fresh perspectives through diverse media displayed in the Reservoir at Oliewenhuis Art Museum. The collection showcases…
12 Feb 3 min

Nataniël se CAKE TOPPER vat Bloemfontein gehore na die volgende vlak van vermaak

Oorspronklike musiek, nuwe verwerkings van bekende melodieë, briljante musikante, aangrypende stories, hope humor en skouspelagtige ontwerpe – net ‘n paar aspekte van wat jy kan verwag van Nataniël se nuutste produksie CAKE TOPPER. Hy gesels met Yolanda Maartens in die OFM Kunsteklop oor die harde werk wat in so produksie…
10 Feb 3 min

Mzansi Ballet brings world-class production to Bloemfontein

Think opulent outfits, designer jewellery, music written by Grammy awarded musicians, a storyline bringing life to our South African heritage and choreography that will move your soul. Director of the Mzansi Ballet, Dirk Badenhorst joins Yolanda Maartens in the OFM Art Beat as he shares his passion for "The gold…
4 Feb 6 min

Art Museum Art Guides curate a world of colour and light in Ethereal exhibition

A journey through colour and imagination, curated by the talented young Art Museum Guides, Zethu Mvila and Ziya Khubeka. Ethereal invites visitors into a captivating and serene world where colour, texture, and light converge to create an atmosphere of peace and tranquility. Ziya Khubeka joins Yolanda Maartens in the OFM…
3 Feb 3 min

‘n Vroeë Valentynsdag op Fauresmith met Coenie de Villiers

Coenie de Villiers word allerweë erken as een van nie alleen Afrikaans se beste liedjieskrywers nie, maar een van Suid-Afrika se voorste klavier-maestro’s, sangers en komponiste. Hy sluit by Yolanda Maartens aan in die OFM Kunsteklop om te gesels oor die debuut van sy nuwe vertoning: "Wie kan my se…
28 Jan 4 min

Die Snowflake in Potch vra; Gee kuns ‘n tweede kans.

Die Snowflake in Potchefstroom is onder andere die tuiste van ‘n gallery wat plaaslike kunstenaars ‘n platform gee om hul werke ten toon te stel, hul kreatiwiteit te deel en inspirasie te kweek by lede van die publiek om ook hulself deur kuns uit te leef. Bestuurder by die Snowflake,…
27 Jan 2 min

David Griessel se wereld 'Sylvan' sal jou fassineer

Na 7 jaar, keer kunstenaar David Griessel terug na sy tuis dorp Bloemfontein met 'n solo uitstalling by die Co-Op Gallery. Hy sluit by Yolanda Maartens aan in die OFM Kunsteklop en vertel hoe die wereld in sy gedagtes op papier eindig en hoe hy die karakters ontwikkel. Die uitstalling…
21 Jan 4 min

Masakhane Arts Centre in Upington pleads for permanent theatre space

With the aim to encourage community theatre and arts among the youth of Paballelo, Upington, a motivated group of individuals build out their creativity on a daily basis. Founder Elcardo Chulu joins Yolanda Maartens in the OFM Art Beat to talk about their needs and to appeal to the Northern…
4 Dec 2024 3 min

Kimberley exhibition celebrates the six-decade artistic journey of Rochester Mafafo

The William Humphreys Art Gallery (WHAG) is delighted to present SANKOFA: 360 Degree Exhibition, an extraordinary retrospective honouring the remarkable six-decade artistic journey of Rochester ‘Rocky’ Mafafo, an important figure in South African art. Chief Curator at the WHAG, Chepape Makgato joins Yolanda Maartens in the OFM Art Beat to…
27 Nov 2024 4 min

Oldest film festival in SA wants film makers to submit their works

Calling All Filmmakers! The 46th Durban International Film Festival 2025 Submissions Are Officially Open! Helene Naicker, Programme Coordinator, joins Yolanda Maartens in the OFM Art Beat. The final submission deadline is 31 January 2025. Don't miss your chance to be part of South Africa's oldest and largest film festival, renowned…
25 Nov 2024 2 min

Help om 500 bejaardes hierdie feestyd te bederf

Hierdie feestyd in samewerking met Pro Strings kan jy help om vreugde te bring aan 500 bejaardes in Bloemfontein. Jy kan finansieel bydra of items vir die geskenkpakkies skenk. Sharon de Kock sluit by Yolanda Maartens aan in die OFM Kunsteklop en vertel hoe musiek die grootste geskenk is hierdie…
20 Nov 2024 6 min
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