{
  "id": 3887365,
  "title": "Roodepoort Theatre launches monthly West Rand Family Market",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/28/roodepoort-theatre-launches-monthly-west-rand-family-market",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-08-28T04:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "IOL",
    "slug": "iol",
    "url": "https://iol.co.za/the-star/partnered/2026-08-28-roodepoort-theatre-launches-monthly-west-rand-family-market/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Roodepoort Theatre has unveiled a new monthly community event called the West Rand Family Market, set to take place at the theatre grounds. The inaugural market will occur on Sunday, August 30, 2026, from 11:30am to 6:30pm. Admission costs R50 per person, with children under 12 attending free of charge. The market offers a variety of local food and craft vendors, as well as live music, comedy, and other performances by up-and-coming West Rand artists. A highlight of the event will be a Karaoke Competition, open to the public with limited spots. The top three performers will receive cash prizes, a dining experience at Joburg STAGES Restaurant, and show tickets. Additional prizes will be awarded through a lucky draw, including tickets to the Joburg Theatres Panto and a Roodepoort Theatre show of choice. The market will also feature a special menu from STAGES Restaurant, including a 1kg Big Daddy Sirloin and a Quad Stacker burger. Accessible parking and comfortable accommodations will be provided throughout the event. Roodepoort Theatre's general manager, Nomzamo Ntuli, expressed excitement about creating a space for the community to come together in a joyful environment. The West Rand Family Market is set to become a monthly tradition, with confirmed dates for the season yet to be announced.",
  "summary": "Roodepoort Theatre and Evo Events will launch the monthly West Rand Family Market on Sunday, August 30, 2026, featuring local food and craft vendors, live entertainment and a public karaoke competition. Entry costs R50, while children under 12 enter free.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}