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Art and Soul

The Sandton Central Management District has, together with AAW Art Project Management, developed a district based Arts Programme, which is a long-term initiative to work with the arts – from music and performance to poetry, sculpture and new media – to make the zone a far more interesting and energetic experience.

Open Street Sessions

Open Street Sessions is a programme of contemporary live street performance providing fun and excitement on the streets in a way that encourages people to share and experience the area. 

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Illumination Project

The Illumination Project is an inspiring and colourful addition to the Sandton Central Art's Programme, using art and an unusual design ethic to make the area a special place over the festive season – from November to February each year. 

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The Benchmark Commission

The Benchmark Commission is an urban furniture programme that redefines contemporary public space through the use of utilitarian art that makes the area more welcoming and demarcates the area. 

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Outdoor Exhibitions

The Exhibition Programme uses specially-designed portable exhibition stands to display an assortment of images to the public across the district. These images range from those capturing the work we do in Sandton Central to those of critically acclaimed artists and photographers. 

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SCouts Information Kiosks

With the increase in visitors on the streets of Sandton Central come the demand for better way-finding, and on the ground communication. The SCouts (information kiosks) meet this demand, with the installation of information kiosks across the district's public spaces

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Heritage Project

At a time when Sandton Central is facing huge development, the SCMD believes this project will allow us to reflect on where we have come from, by unearthing the area's past, exposing interesting aspects of its history and heritage and ensuring that proper records are kept for public access.

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Soccer icons such as Pelé, Beckham and Ronaldinho have taken a permanent position on the streets of Sandton Central. Forming part of the Sandton Central Management District's (SCMD) outdoor Exhibition Programme, the stars received a warm welcome earlier this week. The exhibition, entitled the OTHERside, showcases 56 World Cup images and takes viewers on a rollercoaster ride of emotions – anguish, elation, contentment and heartbreak.

The Pizzicato's: 5 gorgeous woman singing a’ capella dressed in off-the-edge Afro contemporary outfits with outrageous wigs. They enchant audiences with their soft voices & subtle movements, telling African stories through their songs. A modern African version of the ‘Andrew Sisters’.

Steve Newman: The accomplished South African acoustic guitarist has a passion for music and arts, and will share this on the streets of Sandton Central.

Real Actions: A Pantsula dance company from in Orange Farm teach the Diski Dance in Sandton Central.

David Felix: entertains using hypnosis and close - up magic. Besides performing at restaurants and at select private and corporate functions, he happily gives free performances in aid of charity.

Magic Man: World-class performer Magic Man is one of the most experienced and well-travelled magicians in the country. He has been touring North America, Canada and Asia for the past 15 years building an impressive list of achievements. From the Rolling Stones at the Sticky Fingers restaurant in London to the "wrap-up" party in Vancouver for U2's Zooropa Tour, Magic Man has entertained the finest!

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RMB commissioned Louis Olivier to design a 6m concrete "floating" bench in which the thinkers have grown to life size and visually function as the bench supports.

The Sandton Central Management District (SCMD), embarked on a forward thinking Arts Programme, engineered to transform the cultural landscape of South Africa's economic hub. Their latest project, the Benchmark Commission, uses urban furniture to redefine contemporary public space and create a welcoming environment in Sandton Central.

This artistic commission of urban furniture sees each bench funded by a corporate in the area with the emphasis on the art and functionality of the piece and not the corporate branding. Each corporate chooses their own artist and the project is managed by Sandton Central. A plaque containing artist information, design descriptions and the sponsor logo is designed as part of each commission, tying all the benches together and enabling branding returns in an appropriate manner.

Shepherd Ndudzo's design for the Bowman Gilfillan bench is characteristic of his most renowned work. "My inspiration comes from everyday people and their daily rituals, and my sculptures usually revolve around body shapes that are elongated or stretched, which I incorporated into my design," explains Ndudzo. According to Bowman Gilfillan, Nduduzo's bench completely met their brief of a contemporary work of art that is comfortable and inviting to use, all the while blending in with the environment. Nduduzo's bench is located on the corner of West Street and Fredman Drive.

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