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Oude Libertas Amphitheatre

Corner of Adam Tas & Oude Libertas Rd, Stellenbosch 7599, South Africa
+27 21 809 7473
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Ranked #9 of 17 attractions in Stellenbosch
Type: Theatres
Owner description: The Oude Libertas winery is one of the oldest wineries in South Africa and houses the oldest and most established and picturesque amphitheatre in... more » Owner description: The Oude Libertas winery is one of the oldest wineries in South Africa and houses the oldest and most established and picturesque amphitheatre in Stellenbosch. The open-air amphitheatre was opened in 1977 by the world renowned Russian pianist and conductor Vladimir Ashkenazy.The mostly Spanish architecture of the theatre, inspired by the Tarragon Amphitheatre in Spain and the Veakion Amphitheatre in Piraeus, Greece, adds to the splendorous setting. Over the past 32 years the Oude Libertas Amphitheatre has become the home of the stars under the stars, with a wide variety of artists performing annually during the summer season.The intimacy of the beautifully situated theatre provides a suitable stage for various art forms. The best of South African talent and productions are showcased during the performance season. The magnificent view of the Stellenbosch mountain range and vineyards, the charming old trees and picturesque gardens, form a unique paradise for picnic lovers and visitors and provide a destination for all art and music loversYou are invited to join the summer audiences who relish the delights of a unique season of top entertainment under the stars in the Stellenbosch original theatre of the Winelands.Music, theatre and dance once again find the perfect setting under the southern sky of Stellenbosch. Set among tall rustling trees, the famous open-air Oude Libertas Amphitheatre this year hosts a top line-up of performers in a variety of presentations. « less
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Stavanger, Norway
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

You will definitely find a very good concert here during the year. If you are not into the locals, stay away!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2013 via mobile

We live in the UK but during the winter we stay in the Stellenbosch area from November to March. The first thing we do on arrival is to obtain the Oude Libertas season's schedule and book all the events we want to attend. This season we have been to six events, including the fabulous New Year event which has been... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 January 2013

Relaxed, easy going, brilliant location, excellent show. NEWS YEARS EVE PARTY was the BOM.!!!! We have been attending Libertas for years and last year was the first time we did the New Years party.. never to be missed again.

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Lake Lure, North Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 September 2012

We can hardly wait for the new season and the line up of performing artists and groups. We attended four performances last season and with one exception were amazed at the stunning quality of the performers and the incredible atmosphere this venue has. The only prerequisite is that it's full, but sadly this is not always the case.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 August 2012

Oude Libertas hosts a farmers market that simply cannot be missed. The best colloection of artisan wine, cheese, bread, chocolate and nearly everything else. Buy a bottle or three of locally produced bubbles and sit back under a tree and listen to the music. Plan to spend the whole morning there, we staggered out at about 3pm with a case... More

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Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 June 2012

We spent the most amazing evening at Oude Libertas in December. The had a market and a concert Beautifull historic farm with wonderfull crafts and food for sale. We had supper on the beautifull lawns before we joined the concert. A perfect ending for a lovely evening

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2012

We love music/dance performances and, like Kirstenbosch, Paul Cluver and the amphitheatre at Spier, this is an old favourite we have been visiting for more than 15 years. Check out their website for upcoming events, have a glass of wine on the terrace before the show and enjoy the performance.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2012 via mobile

We saw the show queen at the ballet by the Bovim ballet company at this venue tonight. Absolutely breathtaking. Not only was the show amazing, but the venue is pure perfection. Beauty, easy to find, affordable and very helpful and professional staff. Well done. The evening was worth every cent and most definitely a theatre we will be visiting often... More

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Cape Town Central, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 December 2011

The Oude Libertas Amphitheatre in Stellenbosch is the most wonderful venue for outdoor concerts, jazz, ballet, etc. We sat there tonight on a balmy summers evening listening to jazz. Birds, maybe ducks, flew overhead making a noise. Last summer we attended a modern dance performance. Every time I go to a function at that venue I am amazed at what... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2013
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