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Bethesda Arts Centre
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Bethesda Arts Centre
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Theatre, Gallery or Museum
in or near
Nieu Bethesda
You ate dust on the winding Karoo roads getting to the beautiful dorp of Nieu Bethesda? You visited Miss Helen's Owl House? Now just around the corner from the Owl House is a fascinating stop - the Bethesda Arts Centre. Here you will receive a warm welcome and a full tour. Catch a rehearsal or a starlit performance in the open air theatre.
The Courtyard Theatre began its life in 2002 with a play from a visiting company about domestic abuse. The play, Behind Closed Doors, was followed by an animated discussion. The theatre was officially opened in January 2003 with a live reading of new work by Athol Fugard.
After two successful productions – The Rainbull and The Conference of Birds – playing to packed houses in the Centre’s own Courtyard Theatre, the Bethesda Theatre Company was established.
They have performed at the Grahamstown Festival as well as at various schools and nearby theatres. Members of the Company are encouraged to learn all facets of theatre, including writing, directing, theatre design and stage management.
The Gallery A conversation between Kudus, San dancers around the fire, the extraordinary mass of rock that forms the gateway to Nieu Bethesda – the artists from the Bethesda Arts Centre are as varied and individual in subject matter as they are in style.
From Hartlief’s striking animal prints to Booysen’s linear, timeless landscapes or Swiers’s spirited snapshots of daily life, each of these artists has captured something of the parched land and dusty Karoo town of Nieu Bethesda.
In all of these upcoming artists, despite their varying age and experience, is a feeling of Africa, in all its richness and variety, and a sense of their place within it.
Centre artists can exhibit and sell their work in the Centre’s own gallery. Income from sale of art goes directly to the artists, in many cases making it possible for them to support their families.
Where can I stay? Dive under the quilts in the magical Bethesda Tower Accommodation.
Address
Muller Street, Nieu Bethesda
GPS Latitude:
-31.8670524096315 Longitude:
24.5532578229904
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Accommodation near Bethesda Arts Centre
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Cosy double rooms, en-suite, with private entrances and stoep. A haven on the high street, Outsiders B+B is centrally situated but offers the calm and privacy of a secret hideaway.
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Well-travelled hosts with great information on what to do locally, regionally and abroad.
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Pear Cottage is a stand-alone cottage in the same road as the renowned Owl House. It is centrally situated in Nieu Bethesda in the Great Karoo. It is Highly Recommended by the AA and has a 3-star grading from TGCSA.
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BERGSIG is a charming fully equipped cottage for 2 at an affordable price and situated on a quiet spot in the heart of Nieu Bethesda, very close to all the tourist attractions. The cottage has mountainviews and is surrounded by a lovely garden.
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This 3 stars graded by the TGCSA and AA Highly Recommended Luxurious Self-Catering cottage is situated on one of the best spots in Nieu Bethesda with a large private veranda inclusive braai facilities, overlooking unrestricted mountain views and open spaces very quiet and peaceful good for the heart and soul.
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When staying in our charming cottage, 7km from Nieu-Bethesda with the Owl House, you will experience the history which starts 270milj years in fossilbeds of mammal-like reptiles to evidence of bushman paintings and etchings as well as Anglo-Boer War engravings. Additionally a tour of our woolshed offers a glimpse into farm life today.
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Lying in the heart of the Sneeuberg Mountains, just outside Nieu Bethesda with its well known Owl House. Relax - soak up the sun - enjoy the peace and quiet of the Karoo. Go bird watching or game viewing or just curl up in front of a log fire on a cold winter evening.
Doornberg is a working sheep farm with many fields irrigated by mountain springs. Peet and Hanna are the fifth generation owners
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Set in the inspiring Sneeuberg Mountains near to Compassberg and Nieu Bethesda ( the Owl House) this historic working farm, with it's 150 year old water driven mill, offers you a range of accommodation and activities including hiking, swimming, and tennis. Experience the sublime traquility and traditional hospitality of the Karoo.
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