Bra Hugh to blow The Lyric away in June
About Entertainment in association with Tsogo Sun is proud to present the legendary Hugh Masekela at Gold Reef City Casino's Lyric Theatre for two nights of live Heritage music on 8 and 9 June. This is a great opportunity to see this iconic jazzman live in concert before he joins Paul Simon on key dates of his Graceland Tour in Europe in July 2012.
Hugh Masekela has just celebrated his 73rd birthday and has just returned to South Africa from a sell-out tour of the United States, as well as a recent performance at Westminster Abbey as part of the Commonwealth Commemoration celebration.
Bra Hugh has enjoyed six decades of acclaim as a trumpeter, bandleader, composer and lyricist. He is known for his professionalism and charisma to fans of his mix of jazz, bebop, funk and Afrobeat.
Since 1954, Masekela has played music that closely reflects his life experiences. The agony, conflict, and exploitation South Africa faced during 1950s and 1960s inspired him to make music. Over the years, he has won numerous awards, made countless records and established himself as a towering presence in South African music.
*The performances take place at The Lyric Theatre on 8 and 9 June at 20:00. Tickets are priced from R212 to R397 per ticket and can be booked via Computicket or at The Lyric Theatre Box Office on 011 248 5000.
