THE River Club may become the next Kirstenbosch Gardens, attracting big names and hosting summer concerts, because of the recent Summer Experience which attracted 1500 people to the venue, enjoying Micasa, Jimmy Nevis, Euphonik, Ryan Dent and many more.
The summer music festival organised by Big Dreams Production, was the first big event the River Club has hosted. The sound projected towards Maitland, with little sound escaping the grounds. Noise could not be heard from the streets and stayed within the venue.The event kicked off at 4pm and ended at 12am, which was a disappointment to the crowd, as the tickets and advertisements stipulated that the event would only conclude at 2am, but Shane Abrahams, organiser of the event from Big Dreams Productions, said that the City Of Cape Town only granted a permit for 12am.
The fear of congested streets and traffic violation from Trevor Hughes, resident in Obs, was thrown out the window, as The River Club provided parking for 800 cars, resulting in no parking issues, as space was still available for cars to park within the venue throughout the evening.
Micasa rocked the event with their soulful sounds a long with Jimmy Nevis. The event brought out big names such as, cricket sensation, JP Duminy, and Western Province rugby centre, Juan de Jongh, who took over the dance floor.People rocked up with their umbrellas and picnic blankets, and partied the night away.Shane Abrahams, the organiser from Big Dreams said that the event was a success and that he looks forward to hosting another one at the River Club.
Ticket prices from Computicket were sold at R150 for general-standing and R250 for VIP. Patrons paid R180 for general-standing and R280 for VIP at the door.
Jason said that the Concert went well and that it was a great success according to their client, Big Dreams Production.He said: “We had no problems and all ran very well. It ended at the time stipulated on our noise exemption certificate which was 12am. This was the time it was approved to run till.We cannot say if it will take place here again. This was not our concert; we simply provided a venue for a client. At this stage, there are no concerts planned for this year, however anything can change.”
Shane said that the venue worked well and that the event was a success. He said that the next Summer Festival will be returning to the River Club at the same time at the end of the year.
ObsLife couldn’t find anyone unhappy with the concert.
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