Riel at the Showroom Theatre on 30 April, further enriching the festival’s diverse cultural tapestry.

J2J 2025 is not just a celebration of jazz music; it is an invitation to reflect on South Africa’s past while fostering a vibrant artistic community. With its commitment to honouring history and promoting contemporary creativity, the festival ensures that the echoes of the past resonate loudly in the hearts and minds of its participants.

1c:T599,Adding to the festival’s artistic offerings, the Langjan Drawing Project led by renowned botanical fine art master Sally Arnold encourages interactivity and creativity among the community. Taking place in the Church Hall located at North End, the project aims to create a large-scale collaborative floor drawing that mirrors the beauty and significance of the indigenous Athanasia tomentosa, also fondly known as ‘Woolly Kanniedood’. This live drawing event on 1 May from 10h00 to 16h00 presents a unique opportunity for attendees and local learners to contribute to an artwork that speaks to themes of resilience, rootedness, and intergenerational storytelling. Moreover, the MoZe Group—a dynamic, women-led multimedia company co-founded by Zenobia Kloppers and Monique Seigels—will showcase a curated collection of visual content at the festival, highlighting indigenous stories and previously untold narratives. Their presentation includes a free screening of their film Riel at the Showroom Theatre on 30 April, further enriching the festival’s diverse cultural tapestry. J2J 2025 is not just a celebration of jazz music; it is an invitation to reflect on South Africa’s past while fostering a vibrant artistic community. With its commitment to honouring history and promoting contemporary creativity, the festival ensures that the echoes of the past resonate loudly in the hearts and minds of its participants.