This will be the first time in four years that Joburg Pride will host an after-party, in addition to the 21st annual Joburg gay and lesbian Pride Parade and Day in The Park, also taking place on 2 October, at Zoo Lake Sports Club.
Sonique, who is best-known for chart-topping tracks such as It Feels So Good and I Put a Spell on You, will not only DJ at the after-party, but will also perform a selection of her hits, backed by her touring dancers. The star, who last visited the country in 1998, will be supported by a line-up of top South African DJs to be announced.
Sonique will also make a special afternoon teaser appearance on stage at the Joburg Pride Day in the Park following the annual gay and lesbian Pride Parade.
"The after-party is intended to be an inclusive and entertaining fundraiser to ensure that Joburg Pride remains a sustainable entity going into the future," said Joburg Pride co-chair Zak Mbhele, who added that all profit generated by the party will go towards Joburg Pride.
He noted that the after-party tickets will be priced competitively to accommodate as many people from the community as possible. Further information on the Official Joburg Pride After-party, including venue and ticketing details, will be announced shortly.
The Joburg Pride Day will start at Zoo Lake on Saturday, 2 October, with the parade starting at 10am. Entrance is free. For more information, go to www.joburgpride.org.
