Dorkay House

Starting in 1954, Dorkay House became a haven for black performers and musicians, at a time when racial exclusion was the order of the day. This was the home of the Union of South African Artists, dedicated to protecting the rights of performers. A thriving centre of music and drama, Dorkay House produced King Kong and other hit shows. The Sunday jazz sessions were legendary, and a host of great musicians graduated from here. (Blue plaque inscription)

Rating:

Pending Rating

Original Owner:

Mrs Dora Kotzen

Builder:

Unknown

Architect:

SEGAL Colly

Architectural Firm:

Not applicable

Location Details

Street Number:

5, 7

Street Name:

Eloff Street

Township:

Turffontein 96-IR

Erf Number:

Portion 168 TURFFONTEIN 96-IR

SG ID:

T0IR0000096000000960016800

Links and Sources

Source/s:

Blue plaque research

Photos from Sticky Situations

Links:

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Declaration Status:

Not Declared

Blue Plaque:

Construction Date - Completion:

1952

Circa:

1950-1959