Opera House projects will create 150 jobs

THE Port Elizabeth Opera House will host two new musical programmes that will help create more than 150 jobs.

The first programme will centre on dance and pupils will get a chance to show off their talents.

The dance programme has received a R1-million cash sponsorship from the municipality and the National Lottery.

Talent scouts will tour the city looking for pupils to compete in a Townships Dance Development Programme.

In June, the best dancers will perform in a joint production called Umlili.

The second programme, called the Jobs Creation Incubator, will include jazz, dance and drama.

The municipality has forked out R800 000 for the jazz and dance part of the programme.

More than 150 people are likely to gain employment through the incubator.

Artists in the three fields will get an opportunity to perform at the Port Elizabeth Opera House.