On Thursday just past 9pm on Cape Talk In this conversation, Martin Myers and Steve van Schaik go deeper into what it takes to sustain a creative venture in a small town like McGregor.
Steve reflects on the realities behind the dream ,balancing artistic vision with financial sustainability, and building an audience beyond the usual urban circuits.
“There’s a different rhythm here,” he says. “It’s less about scale and more about depth creating experiences that truly connect with people.”
The discussion explores the value of intimate venues in an increasingly digital world, where live performance offers a rare sense of presence and connection.
At The Courtyard has become more than a venue, it’s a reflection of McGregor itself: creative, unpretentious, and rooted in human connection.
This second part offers insight not only for those in the arts, but for anyone interested in building something meaningful outside the mainstream.

Video: Steve van Schaik from McGregor on Cape Talk Thursday 19th March 9pm
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