The screenings at the Galileo Open Air Cinema provide unique entertainment for both locals and tourists, as well as an opportunity to take advantage of the Cape’s beautiful locations and vistas.
Weekday film screenings take place against the backdrop of Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden and the urban oasis of Century City’s Central Park, while screenings on select Fridays and Saturdays are hosted at vineyards in Paarl, Franschhoek, Stellenbosch and Somerset West.
Here is what’s on the Galileo Open Air Cinema’s silver screen this week:
Also read: The Galileo brings festive movie magic to Kirstenbosch this December
11 December: Couple’s Retreat
Couples Retreat is a 2009 American romantic comedy film about four couples who go on vacation to a tropical island.
While one of the couples is there to work on their marriage, the others are unaware that attending the resort’s therapy sessions is mandatory.
The film stars Vince Vaughn, Jason Bateman, Kristin Bell and many other stellar actors.
- Day: Monday
- Location: Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden
- Time: Gates open at 6pm, and the movie starts at 8:30pm
- Genre: Romantic comedy
- Age restriction: 13 LS
- Tickets: Webtickets
12 December: Grease
Grease is a classic musical rom-com that unfolds the 1958 summer romance of T-Bird greaser Danny and good girl Sandy, an Australian transfer student. The film stars John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John as Danny and Sandy.
- Day: Tuesday
- Location: Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden
- Time: Gates open at 6pm, and the movie starts at 8:30pm
- Genre: Musical/dance
- Age restriction: PG
- Tickets: Webtickets
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13 December: The Greatest Showman (Sold out)
The Greatest Showman is a biographical musical that follows the life of young Phineas T. Barnum, an entrepreneur, museum owner, circus producer and entertainment producer.
The film celebrates the birth of show business by telling the story of a visionary who rose from nothing to create a worldwide sensation.
- Day: Wednesday
- Location: Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden
- Time: Gates open at 6pm, and the movie starts at 8:30pm
- Genre: Musical/dance
- Age restriction: 10-12 PG
- Tickets: Webtickets
16 December: Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again
Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again is a 2018 jukebox musical romantic comedy film. It is the sequel to the 2008 film Mamma Mia!, which was based on the 1999 musical of the same name, featuring musical numbers by the timeless songs of ABBA.
The plot is set after the events of the previous film and is interspersed with flashbacks to Donna’s childhood in 1979, with some scenes from both periods mirroring each other.
The cast includes Dominic Cooper, Amanda Seyfried, Pierce Brosnan, Colin Firth, Andy Garcia, Meryl Streep and Cher.
- Day: Saturday
- Location: Nederburg Wine Farm
- Time: Gates open at 5pm, and the movie starts at 8:30pm
- Genre: Musical/dance
- Age restriction: 10-12 PG
- Tickets: Webtickets
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Indulge in pre-movie picnics with selections from on-site food stalls. The Galileo encourages guests to either bring their picnic or enjoy meals from local food vendors, offering a range of options that include pizza, burgers, wraps and everyone’s favourite movie snacks.
The Galileo Open Air Cinema’s screenings offer the best vibes, courtesy of fun music, panoramic views, outdoor games and a roaming photo booth.
Comfy backrests and warm blankets are available for hire, and dressing warmly is strongly encouraged, as the night turns cool even on the warmest of summer evenings.
Also read:
The ultimate guide to a Galileo Open Air Cinema screening in the Cape
