OFM Artbeat (Kunsteklop)
Stay up to date with the latest developments in the creative industries, as featured on Mid-Morning Magic.
Uitstalling 'n terugblik op Wessel van Huyssteen se werke
Wessel Van Huyssteen stel belang in konsepte van plek en hoe om met die voorstelling van landskap in die era van die Leviaceen (die huidige era, gedefinieer deur die dominante, vernietigende mag van state, korporasies en kunsmatige intelligensie) om te gaan. Hy stel veral belang in hoe magsstrukture merke op…
Kimberley welcomes first ever retrospective exhibition of Sophie Peters’ artworks
This landmark exhibition at the William Humphreys Art Gallery in Kimberley, celebrates more than three decades of Sophie Peters’ visual storytelling tracing her journey from the streets of Johannesburg’s inner city to her recognition as one of South Africa’s most resilient and spiritually grounded visual artists. Chief Curator, Chepape Makgato…
Odeion School of Music launches costume library which students can access for performances
Odeion School of Music students, at the University of the Free State, frequently participate in performances, competitions, and events. Unfortunately, not everyone is in a privileged position to acquire the necessary performance attire. To support them, the OSM has established a Costume Library – a collection of formal and performance-appropriate…
The 4th International Clarinet Extravaganza comes to the Free State
Professor Danre Strydom from the Odeion School of Music at the University of the Free State is delighted to invite clarinetists from across the country to participate in the International Clarinet Extravaganza being hosted from 4 – 7 February 2026 in Bloemfontein. Applications close on the 1st of January and…
Die verhoog roep jou na die Vrystaat Kunstefees in 2026 – aansoeke is oop!
Vrystaat Kunstefees, Feesdirekteur Michael Garbett sluit aan by Yolanda Maartens in die OFM Kunsteklop en beklemtoon die unieke platform wat die fees bied vir diverse stemme, genres en kulturele uitdrukking. Frieda van Niekerk sluit ook by die gesprek aan met insig in volgende jaar se kunstemark beplanning. Die fees vind…
International Institute of the Arts launches at UFS: a hub for creative-knowledge scholarship
The University of the Free State officially launched its International Institute of the Arts (IIA) on 2 October 2025 at the Scaena Theatre on its Bloemfontein Campus, marking a pivotal moment in the institution’s pursuit of academic excellence, creativity, and global collaboration. Project Manager and Senior Coordinator at the IIA,…
Come rediscover your ability to dream with the Creative Dance Academy’s showcase
The Creative Dance Academy in Bloemfontein invites you to ‘DREAM’ on 29 November at the Wynand Mouton Theatre. This breath-taking ballet and contemporary dance production of hope, resilience, and rediscovery follows the journey of Amara. Santie van Biljon joins Yolanda Maartens in the OFM Art Beat with all the details.
‘Prekaria’ invites you to be inquisitive and explore artist Kilmany-Jo Liversage’s use of vibrant colours
Kilmany-Jo Liversage creates portraits that sit at the blurry boundary between fine art and urban art. Adopting the urban art language allows her to update, renew and challenge the conventions of painting, though her rendering of female subjects is inspired by Renaissance era portraiture. Her latest solo exhibition PREKARIA, is…
Senior Serenade beoog om 700 bejaardes in Bloem met kerssang en geskenkies te bederf
Die 7de Senior Serenade saam met Pro Strings en vriende, word vanjaar weer in Bloemfontein aangebied. Hierdie inisiatief maak ‘n reuse verskil in bejaardes se lewens wat gereeld tydens die feestyd alleen is. Stigter, Sharon de Kock, sluit by Yolanda Maartens aan in die OFM Kunsteklop om te vertel wat…
Concert presented to raise funds for organ installation at St Andrew & St Michael cathedral in Bloemfontein
Ballads of the British Isles is a showcase of some of the most iconic ballads from the Brisith Isles performed by local Bloemfontein artists Diandra Steenekamp, Zani Ludick, Maretha Krige and Adri Maryke van Heerden. The performance on the 21st of November at the Naval Hill Planetarium, will feature the…
English and African heritage makes the Basotho blanket art you can wear
Stefan Hundt, Curator of the Sanlam Art Collection, says this is a memorable exhibition that celebrates the rich history and heritage of Basotho blankets and the shared stories they represent. Showcasing the unique and engaging designs of traditional and contemporary Basotho Blankets, the exhibition, ‘Sutha Ke Fete’, runs until 16…
Free State Youth Orchestra ready to soar under conductor Dingaan Chabalala
An afternoon of Tchaikovsky, Marquina, Barber, Zimmer and Buble promises to showcase the talents of the youth involved with the Free State Symphony Orchestra in Bloemfontein. Conductor Dingaan Chabalala and two violinists, Lehlohonolo Sefuli and Thabiso Majoe, join Yolanda Maartens in the OFM Art Beat to talk about the programme…
The 11th annual Dance Pages presented in Kimberley in October
Dance Pages is a flagship dance festival held annually in Kimberley in the Northern Cape. It's dedication to the arts and community development has made a significant impact on the lives of many young dancers and choreographers across the region. The festival was founded to create a performance and experiential…
Potch welcomes the Pangea String Quartet to honour traditions with their repertoire
The PANGEA STRING QUARTET (PSQ) is a Johannesburg-based chamber ensemble which strives to inspire and engage audiences by presenting key works in the string quartet repertoire. Serge Cuco is principal violinist and joins Yolanda Maartens in the OFM Art Beat to talk about their special program planned for their performance…
Viool en orrel is opwindende pasmaats tydens uitvoering by die Odeion in Bloemfontein
Musiek vir viool en pyporrel het oor die eeue baie gewild geword. Die orrel het moontlikhede wat vergelykbaar is met dié van 'n simfonieorkes as gevolg van al die verskillende register-opsies wat orkesinstrumente verteenwoordig. Die volgehoue klank op die orrel bied ook 'n kooragtige begeleiding vir die viool, wat groot…
‘Unmindful of the Roses’ is a musical night celebrating 150 years of Samuel Coleridge-Taylor
Pianist, Paul Ferreira joins Yolanda Maartens in the OFM Art Beat to talk about the production “Unmindful of the Roses” being presented at NG Vyfhoek in Potchefstroom on the 14th of October. He is joined by mezzo soprano, Teresa de Wit and oboe player Johan Ferreira. They celebrate 150 years…
The Free State Symphony presents 3 African premieres with East meets West in October
Concert Master for the night’s performance, Sharon de Kock joins Yolanda Maartens in the OFM Art Beat to introduce audiences to acclaimed Taiwanese conductor Ho Chung Yeh who is leading the symphony orchestra. She also shares information about the two soloists of the night and their instruments. Luzanne Eigelaar from…
70 jaar van die NWU PUK-Koor word in November gevier
’n Naweek van nostalgie, samesyn en inspirerende koormusiek wag wanneer die NWU PUK-Koor einde vanjaar sy 70ste bestaansjaar vier. Die reünie van 20 tot 23 November op die Potchefstroomkampus gaan die kersie op die koek wees van ’n opwindende jaar. Kobus Venter, koordirigent, sluit by Yolanda Maartens aan in die…
Handbags and heritage collaborate at Oliewenhuis Art Museum in Bloemfontein
This unusual curatorial approach creates fresh visual narratives by combining historical handbags with contemporary and classical artworks. The exhibition "On the arm of every woman" features a thoughtfully curated selection of beautifully crafted artifacts and artworks, overseen by three female curators. The selection draws from the prestigious collections of Oliewenhuis…
Luna Paige debuteer haar produksie ‘Die Reisigers’ in Potchefstroom
In Die Reisigers verken die sanger-liedjieskrywer Luna Paige temas van beweging, stilte van gees, aanvaarding en selfliefde. Die vertoning is geïnspireer deur haar persoonlike ervarings op reis — onder meer op die Spaanse Camino — sowel as haar waarnemings as reisiger en kunstenaar. Sy sluit by Yolanda Maartens aan in…