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Shows/entertainment
Enjoy Neon Dreams’ new music made in collaboration with Matthew Mole
Neon Dreams are heading back on the road with new tour dates across South Africa. They will be at the Barnyard Theatre Suncoast on Wednesday, March 27, at 19:00.
The news comes during the exciting start to their year: The new Neon Dreams single, The Art of Letting Go, with Matthew Mole, is featured on streaming and radio charts in South Africa and has started rotation in new territories, including the UK and New Zealand as well as their home country, Canada – all the signs pointing to the single being their biggest release yet.
Neon Dreams is also the opening act for German Indie-pop stars, Milky Chance, during their South African tour in Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban.
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Having immersed themselves in the vibrant music scene of South Africa over the past three years, Neon Dreams – made up of Frank Kadillac and Adrian Morris – have solidified their connection with audiences in the country. This journey has not only seen them resonate with fans but has also allowed them to forge meaningful connections within the South African music scene.
“We’ve been travelling to South Africa for three years, and when I land there, I feel like I’m home,” says Neon Dreams vocalist Frank Kadillac. “With The Art of Letting Go, I’d just returned from India, and I was feeling unbelievably inspired. With this song, I wanted to create a track that’s an anthem for kids who are going through something they may not have a word for, something that’s hard to describe … and I wanted to help teach them to let go of something that’s hurting them. Writing with Matthew Mole is electric. Energy flows through us like water flows through a river. Music is a powerful tool that can help people acknowledge negative energy and release it. That’s the art of letting go.”
Tickets can be bought here: https://www.barnyardtheatre.co.za/book_info.aspx?sid=46677
Palm Sunday concert – Mozart Requiem
This Palm Sunday (March 24), the Durban Symphonic Choir, in association with the KZN Philharmonic Orchestra, presents the magnificent Mozart Requiem.
Enjoy a mood-setting selection of Easter orchestral and solo music in the first half, followed by the magnificent Mozart Requiem after a short interval.
Directed by Ros Conrad, accompanied by the KZN Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Lykele Temmingh, with soloists Sibonelo Mbanjwa, Robyn Gillespie, Stella Zakas, Mervyn Bartholomew, Sabelo Ngcobo, Thembi Hadebe, Zonke Zincume and Andile Dlamini, this performance is not to be missed.
The concert will be held at St Joseph’s Cathedral, 98 Abbot Francis Road, Mariannhill from 15:00 to 17:00.
Tickets are available online at Quicket for R130 (under 12s are free) or at the door. Quicket: https://qkt.io/TR2ymk
Food and beverages will be on sale.
For further info, go to www.durbansymphonicchoir.co.za or https://www.facebook.com/DbnChoir. Or you can email durbansymphonicchoir@gmail.com or contact Marian on 082 418 0883.
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Laugh out loud as you watch Marriage for Dummies – we’re also giving away tickets!!
Durban’s favourite comedy duo, husband and wife team, Aaron McIlroy and Lisa Bobbert, star in Marriage for Dummies, a hilarious survival guide for anyone brave enough to take on life’s ultimate challenge. They will be showing at the Rhumbelow Theatre (42 Cunningham Road off Bartle Road, uMbilo) from Friday, March 29 to Sunday, March 31.
“We all know that marriage is more than a relationship – it’s a wild adventure,” say our comedic experts. “Navigating the ups and downs of married life takes planning, elbow grease and HELP!”
Before you decide to throw in the towel, take some advice as Aaron and Lisa share the secrets of marital bliss and help you come to gripes . . . er . . . grips with your partner’s annoying habits ‘because when it comes to marriage, most of us are dummies!’
Structured around the basic format of a marriage seminar, Aaron and Lisa lead the audience through the many trials and tribulations that affect all marriages. In the guise of whacky characters, they identify most of the ‘problems’ marriages face. Aptly styled the Six Steps of Separation, the key points identified include among others: Constant Fighting and Complaining; Household Chores and DIY, and The Outlaws (ie, not getting along with your partner’s family). All the serious challenges are dealt with in a funny and light-hearted way. How the ‘problems’ are overcome is summarised into four basic albeit humorous ideas.
Marriage for Dummies is a show for everyone, married or single. Most of the ideas and theories have been inspired by marriage experts such as Mark Gungor (Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage) and Andy Stanley (Staying in Love). “We believe that ‘comedy’ provides a unique framework, acknowledging the complexities of marriage without getting into the blame game, thus allowing our audience to internalise the lessons without feeling condemned,” says McIlroy.
Show times are as follows:
Friday, March 29 at 19:30
Saturday, March 30 at 19:30
Sunday, March 31 at 14:00
(Venue opens 90 minutes before show for snacks/drinks)
Tickets are R200 each. Bring food picnic baskets or buy at the venue. There is limited secure parking available, and booking is essential. There will be a full bar available. Book via email at roland@stansell.co.za or at Computicket. Or contact Roland Stansell on 082 499 8636.
To enter the giveaway to watch the opening show on Friday, please fill in the form below. We are giving away four tickets for Berea Mail readers, four for Northglen News readers and four for Highway Mail readers – twelve in total. Giveaway closes on Tuesday, March 26.
Enter to Win Tickets to Marriage for Dummies
Other activities
Enjoy a day of holistic well-being
The Body and Mind Festival invites you to celebrate your health and well-being on Sunday, March 24, from 10:00 to 16:00 at the DLI Hall in Greyville. This vibrant event promises a day filled with therapists, healers, readers, health practitioners and a diverse array of products to enrich your mind, body and soul.
Join us for a spectacular day featuring activities such as yoga, tai chi, martial arts, dancing and more, all aimed at promoting holistic well-being. The festival is not only a gathering of like-minded individuals but also a platform to explore various avenues of wellness.
Attendees can look forward to engaging talks and psychic chats in the courtyard, offering insights and information on enhancing their overall health. The festival also boasts a food court where visitors can indulge in delicious and nutritious food and drinks.
Entrance to this enriching event is only R50 per person. For those looking to secure their tickets in advance, a special offer of one ticket for R50 or two for R75 is available before the show day. Tickets can be purchased online via the following link: https://pay.yoco.com/body-and-mind-festival-tickets
Stall bookings are still open for those interested in showcasing their products or services at the festival. To reserve your space, please visit https://www.emailmeform.com/builder/form/F0GIfkc6R8uB4lW255.
For more information, please contact Traci at 083 677 1123.
Stories by Shelley has some exciting events for kids coming up:
Calling all little adventurers and crafty creators!
Get ready to embark on a magical journey filled with stories and imagination at a Storytime and Children’s Craft Event on Tuesday, March 26 at 10:00 at Boa Vida Cafe in Hillcrest.
Take part in a delightful morning of literary wonders and hands-on creativity. Here’s what’s in store for you:
Read-aloud storytime:
Sit back, relax and let your imagination soar as we transport you through a captivating storybook, read aloud by our talented storyteller, Michelle Linde.
Craft-making extravaganza:
After the storytime adventure, it’s time to roll up your sleeves and get crafty! We will extend our story by making something creative together.
Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Venue: Boa Vida Cafe, 2 Blessing Ninela Road, Hillcrest
Cost: R53 each – tickets available at WebTickets
Storytime at Kloof Library with animal guest!
Enjoy storytime at the Kloof Public Library on Monday, March 25 from 11:00 to 13:00. Two children’s authors will be sharing their stories – Dave Leslie and Michelle Linde. There will also be a craft activity. Their books will be available for purchase with cash or Zapper.
Enjoy the appearance of a special guest: Phillipe the Pony!
Stories by Shelley also offers free storytime during the upcoming weeks at the Kloof Public Library
Stories by Shelley is open to the whole family, but children must be accompanied by an adult. The focus is on books, stories and rhymes.
Dates and times:
Monday, March 25 from 10:00 to 13:00
Thursday, April 4 from 10:30 to 11:00
Thursday, April 11 from 10:30 to 11:00
Thursday, April 18 from 10:30 to 11:00
Thursday, April 25 from 10:30 to 11:00
For more information, call Kloof Public Library at 031 322 2305.
Outdoor activities
Wekeweke Falls Family Hike
Hike from the Shongweni Farmer’s Market and see the Shongweni Resource Reserve on Saturday, March 23 at 06:45. The hike is 8 to 10km long, but beginners are welcome.
Water, a snack and a permit are included. Also bring sun gear, a water bottle, good walking shoes, any meds you take and a backpack to carry your goodies.
You have the option to carpoolBillions set aside for development of SA airports from Vuka Fitness and back with a visit to the Shongweni Farmer’s Market after the hike.
To enter, it’s R140 for adults and R80 for those under 12. A group of four is R480. For more info or to purchase tickets, contact Ann at 066 352 4518 or go to www.vukafitness.com.
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Durban City Marathon at Kings Park Stadium
Still allowing late entries:
Take part in the Durban City Marathon on Sunday, March 24 at Kings Park Stadium. There is a marathon, half-marathon and 10km race.
The 42km is a perfect event for runners preparing for Comrades and Two Oceans or looking for a flat qualifier. The 21km offers a fast, flat and scenic run along the Durban beachfront, and the 10km is a fast and flat route that will suit those who are looking for a gentle run or hoping to test their speed over a quick 10.
The 42km is a two-lap race from King’s Park precinct to the beachfront, along the promenade to uShaka and Point area and back through the city centre.
To enter:
Online entries are now closed, and no entries will be available on race day. Late entries can be completed at the KZN Athletics Office. They will be allowed on March 22 from 10:00 to 16:00 and March 23 at 10:00 to 14:00. An admin fee of R30 will be levied for late entries. Entry fees are non-refundable. They are R320 for the full marathon, R220 for the half-marathon and R190 for the 10km race. T-shirts will be given to all athletes.
All late entries to King’s Park Athletics Stadium (KZN Athletics) must be accompanied by a proof of payment (receipt), and only cash entries are allowed – no credit cards.
Start times are as follows: 42.2km at 05:30; 21.1km at 05:30; 10km at 06:00.
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