It is the 20th anniversary of this popular LifeLine Johannesburg fundraising event; the sponsors are Macsteel Service Centres SA (Platinum sponsor) and XGX Productions. The venue is the Linder Auditorium in Parktown, Johannesburg, and the concert begins at 20:00.

For over a century, since 1895, the BBC Proms Season has delighted London’s concert goers with a rousing classical music extravaganza of more than 70 concerts over 58 days, allowing music fans to enjoy dozens of works from some of history’s greatest composers. In past years, the Proms has showcased film scores and unknown composers – earning a much-deserved reputation as a not-to-be missed musical jamboree of distinction, containing an eclectic mix of modern pieces; classical music; and new talent.

Under the baton of Richard Cock, this year will be The Johannesburg Festival Orchestra; two choirs – the Symphony Choir of Johannesburg and the Alexandra Adult Choir; and soloists: eight of the '20 Tenors' and the exciting young soprano, Friedel Mitas.

The highlight of the BBC Proms Season is the Last Night of the Proms, held annually at the Royal Albert Hall. According to Historian, David Cannadine, there is an atmosphere of "balloons and whistles, flags and streamers". The Johannesburg Last Night of the Proms is no exception with high-spirited audience participation.

Ticket holders can enjoy the Proms Fan Park football hospitality and entertainment area. It will be open on both the 28 and 29 May from 18:00 – 20:00, and during interval. 'Fans' are encouraged to come dressed in their favourite international football team colours.

The VIP Hospitality Suite is a private hospitality and entertainment area. It will be open on both the 28 and 29 May from 18:00 to 20:00, and during interval. Exclusive cocktail snacks will be served and entertainment will be provided by members of the Johannesburg Festival Orchestra. The theme is 'Stylish football' and companies are encouraged to put 'teams' of 11 guests together.

Tickets are available through Computicket on 083 915 8000 or at www.computicket.co.za, ranging in price from R130 to R350. Corporate and individual packages (including VIP concert tickets and access to a VIP Hospitality Suite) are available through Judith Gordon-Drake at LifeLine Johannesburg on 011 728 1331.