From June 6 to 16, 2025, the coastal town of Hermanus, South Africa, will host the 13th edition of the FynArts Festival – a multidisciplinary celebration of visual art, dance, music, and performance set against the dramatic backdrop of the ocean cliffs.
🎨 A Bold and Beautiful Celebration
The festival presents a rich and inclusive program:
- Visual Art: Outdoor sculpture exhibitions like Sculpture on the Cliffs, spotlighting leading women artists.
- Live Performances: Contemporary ballet by Cape Ballet Africa, spoken word, immersive theatre, and musical installations.
- Talks & Workshops: Panels and masterclasses exploring the role of the arts in today’s society.
- Female Focus: Tribute to women in the arts, with Mary Sibande honored and Janice Honeyman awarded the 2025 Legacy Prize.
🌍 A Space for Reflection and Emotion
With the theme “Vivid. Bold. Unfiltered.”, FynArts 2025 explores what it means to create and feel deeply in uncertain times:
- Evocative works challenging perception and tradition.
- Artistic experiences rooted in emotion and cultural identity.
- Nature as a co-performer, with fynbos plants, sea winds and rocky cliffs shaping the festival’s mood.
🌿 Sustainability and Social Purpose
► Green Commitment: Eco-friendly installations and environmental art talks.
► Community Impact: Showcasing local and continental artists, supporting dialogue and inclusion.
► Cultural Tourism: Over 200 creatives gather to connect art with local growth and wellbeing.
📅 Dates to Remember
- Opening Night: June 6, with a cliffside installation unveiling.
- Cape Ballet Africa’s ‘Salt’: Reimagined performances throughout the festival.
- Conferences: Talks on post-pandemic creativity and cultural resilience.
🔗 Explore Further
- Full program and tickets: fynarts.co.za
- Discover Cape Ballet Africa: capeballetafrica.co.za
