The city of Durban is known for its laid-back locals, warm waters and full beaches. But what about its theatre? There are a few shows coming up at theatres in Durban that warrant an evening of cultural enjoyment.
The Catalina Theatre at Wilson’s Wharf will be hosting the Heels Over Head special theatre show from 3-6 March. According to the press release, the jazz band from Durban sees girl power striking out; the all-woman group won the Yamaha Young Talent Award last year. Their stage presence is a force to be reckoned with and the contemporary jazz they play is smooth and well-played. The show starts at 8pm except on the Sunday when it starts at 6pm. Tickets cost R60 per person and R120 per person with a CD. If you would like to book tickets call 031 305 6889 or book online at www.strictlytickets.com. If you would like to find out more information then email Marlyn on marlin@isupportdoyou.com.
What’s On reports that the Rhumbelow Theatre in Umbilo will see the comical show Topsy Turvy with Jonathan Roxmouth take to its stage. Roxmouth will lead his audience on a laughter-filled journey alongside some absurd characters taken from their popular comic operettas. The show will run from 18-27 February and tickets will cost R100 per person. You can pack your own picnic and bring the whole family to enjoy this ridiculous ensemble of funny characters and laudable laughs. Check out the Rhumbelow website at www.rhumbelow.za.net for more information.
What’s On also reports on The Playhouse Company’s latest running show. William Shakespeare’s Othello will run from 21-25 February. The shows are reserved for school-goers however. With award-winning actress Clare Mortimer in the lead female role this is a great opportunity for your children to experience the impressive might of Shakespeare’s writing. Tickets cost between R40 and R60 per person and you can call 031 369 9596 to book your child’s ticket or check out www.playhousecompany.com for more information.
And if theatre’s not for you why not check out the KwaZulu-Natal Society of Arts Gallery for their latest exhibitions? At the main gallery you’ll find Pascale Chandler, Marianne Meijer and Nicole Pletts’ NewWorks. Pascale explores the theme of horses, Marianne faces and Nicole divers.
You can also check out Carmen Sober’s Girl you know it’s true exhibition at the Mezzanine Gallery and Multi-Media Room. Carmen focuses on the “sensational and fantastic narratives that form the stock material for tabloid journalism and urban legends” (quoted from KZNSA’s press release).
Lastly there is the Park Contemporary at the Park Gallery. This exhibition showcases a number of KZN artists’ works.
All exhibitions open on 22 February and run until 13 March. You can email the gallery on gallery@kznsagallery.co.za for more information.
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