Romance, sonnets, golden twilight

Sunset Serenades is an intimate and deeply romantic evening of music and poetry set beneath the trees at Maynardville. As the soft, golden sunset hour descends, audiences are invited into an enchanting atmosphere shaped by love in all its beautiful forms.

Perfect for romantics, music lovers, and the young-at-heart, this exquisite new programme weaves a musical tapestry that spans generations. Audiences will be treated to a breathtaking musical journey, moving seamlessly from the nostalgic familiarity of golden oldies to the vibrant energy of contemporary love songs, all given a classy, elegant acoustic treatment.

Interwoven throughout the melodies are some of Shakespeare’s most famous and passionate love sonnets. Bringing magic to this Valentine’s concert is a stellar vocal line-up featuring Amy Campbell, Samantha Landers, and Zolani Shangase. Each celebrated soloists in their own right, they join forces with outstanding live musicians to breathe life into every lyric and spoken word.

Whether you are celebrating Valentine’s Day, a lifelong romance, a new beginning, or simply a beautiful summer evening with someone special, Sunset Serenades promises a memorable night of love, music, and poetry under the stars.

Duration: Approx. 60 minutes

No interval

The Maynardville Open-Air Festival is one of South Africa’s most treasured summer traditions, returning in 2027 with a season of theatre, music, and dance under the open night sky.

Set in the heart of Wynberg in the Southern Suburbs, the festival honours a rich performance heritage while embracing bold new work, collaborations, and world-class artists. Each summer, audiences gather beneath the trees for unforgettable evenings of storytelling, orchestral music, jazz, dance, and celebration, complemented by the vibrant Maynardville food market. Maynardville 2027 invites you into a season of connection, imagination, and shared experience, where every evening becomes part of Cape Town’s living cultural story.