Beautiful Cape Town isn't known as one of the best party spots in the world for nothing, you know. Fine beaches, a gorgeous mountain and great street art and indie music subcultures mean that it's about the best place in the world to throw down. And on April 20th, the Independent Armchair Theatre in Observatory is going to host one of the best parties the Mother City will have seen all year.

See, Larry Lessig and Jimmy Wales, internet visionaries and all round party animals will be the guests of honour at a party that is kind of a salon, kind of a creative swap-meet, kind of a showcase. In South Africa we like to call these kinds of events 'braais'. Which is like a barbecue, but with a lot more attitude and bigger flames.

As well as Jimmy and Larry, local bands Cabins in the Forest and Closet Snare will show off their skills, and DJ Whispa, the winner of the South African leg of the SafroBrazilain remix contest will take to the decks, as well as his Brazilian twin, Lucio-K, who will be winging his way out from Rio de Janeiro to perform as well.

Think you can handle that? Well handle this: a Freedom Toaster will also be on site at the party, so South African creators can upload, download, remix and share any and all creations be it art, music, text or code.

Date: 20th April, 2007
Time: 20:00, sharp, mate.
Place: The Independent Armchair Theatre, Lower Main Road, Observatory, Cape Town.
Bring: Yourself, your creations, your wallet.

It's going to kick!

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