- THE THEATRE
OF DREAMS
- BOMBAY
BICYCLE CLUB
- DON
PEDROS
- SIDEWALK
CAFE
- WASH
HOUSE
- CAFE
MOZART
- THIS IS NOT
A POSTOFFICETHE THEATRE OF DREAMS
Conceptualised in 2007, The Theatre of Dreams has become an icon of South African performance art. Housed within one of the last mirror tents left in the world today, this unique synthesis of decadent dining, cirque and theatre invites guests to leave their cares at the door and embark on a sensory journey to feed the soul.
Enthralling and innovative, an evening at The Theatre of Dreams is the ultimate night out and the perfect venue for celebrations of all kinds. And for visitors to the city, there is no better way to round off a stay in the fair Cape than a night of stardust and magic with the Madame.
Experience all the magic from the Madame’s exclusive elevated seating area, with a choice of 3 fabulous packages. Click here for details
Bookings - 0861 623 263. International - 0027 21 423 1254
Email – boxoffice@madamezingara.com
BOMBAY BICYCLE CLUB
This quirky, bohemian restaurant at the top of the hill is especially loved by those who revel in a dining experience. A favourite venue for celebrations of all kinds, the Bombay is renowned for irresistible sticky ribs, funky tunes and tequila shots which keep guests up way past their bed times.DON PEDRO’S AND ALL HIS BEAUTIFUL WIVES
Don Pedro invites guests to step back in time, to when the parlour was always the living area of a home and the verandah the place to unwind after a long day. With an eclectic fusion of all-time favourite dishes and live entertainment each night, Don Pedro's will always feel like your home from home.SHAKE YOUR HONEY MUMBAI
Welcome to the incredible world of India, a country of mysterious paradoxes and stark contrasts. From the streets of the oldest cities to the opulent palaces of the Maharajahs, we invite you to embark on a unique cultural and sensory journey in the heart of the Mother City. Whether you revel in rustic street dining, indulge in lavish feasts, treat yourself to market shopping or dance until the early hours, you will find yourself immersed in the spirit of this beautiful ancient culture.THE SIDEWALK CAFÉ
A Vredehoek institution, where friends meet to catch up, lovers hold hands across a candle-lit table and families get together for leisurely brunches. With its inviting, rustic beach house feel and warm welcoming service, The Sidewalk is all about delicious home-style fare and happy memories.Tel – 021 461 2839
33 Derry Street, VredehoekTHE WHITE RABBIT WASH HOUSE
Conveniently situated in the heart of the City Bowl, this laundry has been in operation for over twenty years. Friendly, efficient service ensures individuals and hospitality industries alike can expect a 24hour turnaround time. A 20% discount is offered to all restaurant staff.Tel – 021 465 3643
OUR CRAZY HOME
Situated in the heart of the City Bowl, head office provides the support services and mechanisms to our 300 staff and host of thriving operations. From human resources all the way through to the media department, crazy art crew and central buying, our bustling head office is the heart and soul of all things Zingara. It is the space where creative juices flow and all staff pass through its doors regularly to stay in touch with the veteran crew who are based here.
Tel: 0861 623 263CAFÉ MOZART
With tables spilling out onto the shaded pedestrian walkway and Church Street antique market, Café Mozart is the perfect place to relax and watch the city go by. And with its laid back Parisian ambience, breakfast at this Cape Town institution could easily turn into a lazy lunch.Tel – 021 424 3774
37 Church Street, Cape TownTHIS IS NOT A POST OFFICE
An Aladdin’s cave filled to the brim, this whimsical store is a shoppers dream. Riotous colour, inter- leading spaces to explore, funky tunes and a fascinating array of sparkling accessories, quirky gifts and imaginative party gear make this a true retail adventure.Tel – 021 423 7817
114 Kloof Street, TamboerskloofCAFÉ PARADISO
This home from home celebrates long-held traditions and family values. With its beautiful garden setting and gentle décor, Café Paradiso is a haven from a bustling city where enticing aromas emanate from the bakery long before dawn and the pasta machine is hard at work all day.Tel – 021 423 8653
110 Kloof Street, TamboerskloofHover on the arrows below or click on the tabs above and enjoy the journey through our kingdom.
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To make our world a happier place we do everything with a show tune Showreel
So many friends of the Madame ask us about the ins and outs of how the Theatre of Dreams comes to life in a new city, what it takes to give the Grande Dame a new home. And so, here are some snippets of our tireless crew setting up at the V&A in Cape Town, January 2013.
Madame Zingara returns to Cape Town 2013 - sneak preview of the Miracle Tour. ×
The Theatre of Dreams Comes Home! Setup madness, the pressure is on. ×
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LIVE FROM THE DESK
01 History Repeating
02 Midnight Train
03 Walk on By
04 Back to Black
05 Andrew Sisters
06 Specifics Medley
07 Special Star
08 Hambanawe
09 Marlena Detricht
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Community Gardens
We fell in love with the idea of the Oranjezicht City Farm Project as it encompasses all which we hold dear and value - a neighbourhood non-profit project celebrating local food, culture and community. A first for Cape Town, this inner-city farm initiative will provide affordable organic vegetables to the City Bowl residents while inviting all to participate. Piloted by Sheryl Ozinsky and managed by Mario Graziani, OZCF seeks to reconnect not only the neighbourhood but the whole of Cape Town to this neglected piece of heritage through design, gardening activity and outreach. Homestead Park in Upper Orange Street, Oranjezicht is a true city treasure. The original Oranjezicht Farmstead, at one time the largest farm in the Upper Table Valley, was occupied by the van Breda family for 7 generations and the family burial tomb still exists in Montrose Avenue. Over time, pieces of the old farmstead was sold off due to the water needs of the expanding settlement, the last remaining land and homestead only sold in 1947, to the City of Cape Town. A derelict park for many years, it is only through the care of the community in recent times that this beautiful park has been restored and opened to the public to enjoy. By investing in this unique project we believe that, as an organisation, we are investing in the growth of our community and we are proud to be associated with this proactive and inclusive initiative.
×The Legacy
The legacy of Madame Zingara dates back to 2001, when she first opened her doors and won over the hearts of the Mother City as a whimsical restaurant in Loop Street. This enchanting bohemian eatery became an immediate success with its warm and welcoming dining experience, decadently fused with the wild spirit of the gypsy. Sadly, late in 2006, tragedy struck and the entire restaurant was lost to a fire, leaving little more than a shell and a devastated crew. Unable to rebuild what was lost, the Zingara family fought back and so the Theatre of Dreams was born – a mesmerizing travelling dinner theatre housed in one of the last remaining antique mirror tents in the world. At the end of 2008 Madame Zingara left South African shores and headed for London to share her magic with the world. However, unfortunately the global economic crash of that year affected the Madame as severely as it did so many companies, and once again the Zingara crew faced an uncertain future. However, true to form, within months, the irrepressible Zingara bounced back and so the eclectic Bombay Bicycle Club was born. Before long the Theatre of Dreams was back in SA, enthralling audiences nationwide with The Love Magic Tour. Being a Cape Town based company, it seemed only right to put down roots and lovingly restore and resurrect landmark city restaurants, and the stable now includes Café Paradiso, The Sidewalk Café, Don Pedro and Café Mozart.
×CSI and I Love My Hood:
Madame Zingara has always believed in giving back to the community which supports us and in which we thrive, and our entire journey has been proudly and wholeheartedly based on this premise. Working with organisations such as Ikamva Labantu, Reach for a Dream, MyLife and Nicro, the journey has been hugely rewarding as well as an incredible experience. From the decadent fun of our Charity Balls in Loop Street to building houses for those in need, our entire crew has been involved and benefited greatly from these alliances. We are also of the firm belief that a community is only as strong as the people who live within it and it is not only up to the authorities to ensure our communities are happy, clean and secure – it is up to each and every one of us to make a difference and take responsibility and pride in the community in which we live and work. It is with this in mind that the I Love My Hood campaign was initiated and, what started out as an edgy tag campaign, has become an established initiative, embraced by many communities, and incorporating a unique retail sector which benefits those most in need.
×Housing
Our staff support infrastructure includes accommodation and we strive to provide a home from home for those who live outside the city and face long daily commutes as well as for our nomadic tent crew which travels with the Theatre of Dreams. In Cape Town, the Mill Street Massive in Gardens and a beautifully renovated house in Woodstock are home to an eclectic mix of staff, from waiters and restaurant managers to chefs and admin staff. On the road, the tent crew are not only accommodated, but transport and meals are also provided to make their time away from home as enjoyable as possible.
×Staffing
Our company is built to embrace the challenges of modern day life in South Africa and, at Madame Zingara, our staff are our single greatest asset – to be treasured and nurtured. With support crew, guidance and counselling, we provide our people with all the tools necessary to take on the extreme sport that is Madame Zingara. We warmly welcome people from all walks of life, embracing all with the emphasis on family. Our greatest target every year is job creation and we are passionately striving to recruit and provide work for 600 staff by the end of 2013. Madame Zingara thanks our valued and cherished staff who have contributed so selflessly to the growth and love of our company. They truly are the cornerstone of the company and who we are.
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Education and Training
Our goal for 2013 is to have over 450 of our crew in training. This free in-house education is created and designed to capacitate, empower and skill all members of staff, regardless of designation or standing with the primary goals being to entrench responsible work ethics and to potentially fill any gaps that might have been missed along life’s way. We have a no hand out policy which means whatever we work for we can earn but that there is no limit placed on what we can achieve.
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