Everyone who has seen Madame Zingara’s Love Magic Tour agrees on one thing: it’s a whole lot of fun. The show is on in Cape Town until the end of August, so this is your last chance catch it before it moves back to Johannesburg.
Madame Zingara combines circus skills with burlesque and vaudeville to create an unforgettably decadent night out.
One of the shows (image courtesy of Madame Zingara)
A gourmet delight
And while the show alone might be worth the price of admission, the food is not an afterthought. Actually, with dishes like Zingara’s legendary chilli chocolate fillet on the menu, the meal is almost as dramatic as the performers on stage. Madame Zingara also boasts extravagant cocktails and a meticulously chosen wine list.
It’s not common to find food this imaginative combined with thoroughly skilful and well-considered performances. The effect is almost overwhelming – to enter Madame Zingara’s ornate velvet tent is to travel to another world through a whirlwind of bohemian magic. And everyone is in character – even the waiters turn out to be performers. In fact, some people find interacting with their waiters the most entertaining part of their evening.
Dazzling detail
The attention to detail is striking, from the décor to the costumes, from the stage make-up to the set design. And if all that leaves you feeling too plain, you can even buy fancy dress from the Bijoux Boutique – and really be part of the action.
The menu tries to cater for everyone, with vegetarian options and consideration for special dietary requirements.
And the fun doesn’t end with dinner. The shebeen drinks area outside means that you can get up from the dinner table and party the night away.
Madame Zingara’s Love Magic Tours is in Cape Town until August. Prices vary depending on where you choose to sit, with tickets starting at R300. This includes the show and a five course meal.
Call the Madam Zingara box office to make a reservation on 021 001 3366.
The Taj Cape Town is located close to Cape Town’s varied and interesting nightlife. The well-informed staff at the Taj Cape Town are happy to keep guests up-to-date on the latest events.
