Aweh! Find out what’s happening in Durbs

MUCH excitement is on offer this upcoming week with many iconic or important events.

Shows/entertainment

Watch PAW Patrol™ Live! in Race to the Rescue

On Friday, March 29, from 10:00 to 11:30, PAW Patrol™ Live! will be performing live at the Durban ICC, 45 Bram Fischer Road, in Durban.

It is the day of the Great Adventure Race between Adventure Bay’s Mayor Goodway and Foggy Bottom’s Mayor Humdinger, but Mayor Goodway is nowhere to be found. PAW Patrol comes to the rescue! Ryder summons Marshall, Chase, Skye, Rubble, Rocky, Zuma and Everest to rescue Mayor Goodway and to run the race in her place.

Featuring a cast of everybody’s favourite PAW Patrol characters and presented by Vstar Entertainment Group, Life Like Touring and Nickelodeon Junior, Race to the Rescue shows that ‘no job is too big, no pup is too small’ and shares lessons for all ages about citizenship, social skills and problem-solving as the characters each use their unique skills and teamwork. The show includes two acts and an intermission, and incorporates an innovative costume approach that brings the pups to life on stage with their vehicles and packs during the all-important rescue mission.

The performance features up-tempo music and a cleverly written script – a good introduction to live theatre for young children. Classic theatrical scenery, along with a high-tech video wall, visually transports families to popular locations from the TV series, like Adventure Bay, The Lookout, Seal Island, Farmer Yumi’s Farm and Jake’s Mountain. During the show, guests have the opportunity to participate in the adventure and become a part of the PAW Patrol Cheer Team.

Tickets will be available shortly. Please check here for updates: https://allevents.in/durban/paw-patrol-live-race-to-the-rescue-durban/200026235055036

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Good Friday Walk of Witness

As we head towards the final days of Lent, Christians are busy preparing for Holy Week and for the Easter Weekend.

A must-do part of that weekend for Durban Christians is the ecumenical Walk of Witness on Good Friday (March 29).

This iconic prayer service was started by Archbishop Hurley in 1985 so, marking the 20th anniversary of his death, we look forward to seeing crowds of Christians of all denominations gathering together to pray and give witness.

With the upcoming elections on our minds, the theme is ‘Challenging Indifference’. There will be special participation by officials from the Independent Electoral Commission and by students from DUT. The preacher is Rev Bulelwa Sihlali Woolley from St Martin’s Anglican Church in Durban North.

Gather in front of City Hall from 05.30; the service will start at 06:00, followed by a silent walk of witness and then a service back at City Hall and the flowering of the cross, finishing around 07.30.

For more information or to offer yourself as a volunteer, contact Rev Chetty at centremanager@diakonia.org.za.

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We Love the 90s Dance Party

Dance to all your favourite 90s hits at the Shongweni Club on Friday, March 29, at 18:00 to 01:00 in the morning.

Genres and bands featured will be: pop, techno, indie and commercial rock, Haddaway, Culture Beat, Shaggy, Ace of Base, Roxette, James, Cure, Live, Counting Crows, Faithless, DJ Quicksilver, Dr Alban, Backstreet Boys, etc.

Entry is free.

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Take part in an Egg-citing Easter adventure at Fig Tree Farm

Embark on an egg-citing adventure as you explore Fig Tree Farm and hunt for hidden Easter egg signs that hold clues to fun questions.

This event will be over three days: Friday, March 29, Saturday, March 30, and Sunday, March 31 from 10:00 to 15:00 each day. Choose your preferred day and start anytime between 10:00 and 15:00. In case of rain, don’t worry! You can join us on an alternative day.

Instructions:
– Follow the clues and navigate through the trail.
– Collect your clue map at the entrance.
– Discover all the clues to unveil an Easter goodie bag filled with delightful treats waiting for you back at the entrance.
Tickets are R150 per child and booked via Quicket

Invitation to join a Mass Iftaar at Kingsmead Cricket Stadium

Durban’s Muslim community has responded to the cry for much-needed global peace by inviting communities of all religious denominations to share in the gracious spirit of Ramadhan with a Mass Iftaar (breaking of the fast). The term ‘breaking bread’ is a universal metaphor for peace. It is hoped that this act of sharing meals will provide an opportunity for people to interact with each other in a way that will add positively to the conversations around peace, tolerance and goodwill. Therefore, a special invitation is extended to all to attend and experience this unique event.

This event is hosted solely for the purpose of promoting interfaith peace, unity, respect, tolerance and social coexistence. A diverse range of community leaders will address the gathering. The event will conclude with a universal prayer for peace.

The Mass Iftaar dinner will be held on Saturday March 30 at the Kingsmead Cricket Stadium from 16:00 to 18:30. Meals (veg and non-veg) and refreshments have been generously sponsored by the community. Prayer facilities, parking and security have been arranged. A modest dress code is required. This event is an initiative of the Mass Iftaar: KZN Committee.

It is hoped that the citizens of Durban will respond to this invitation with the great enthusiasm and spirit that our beautiful city is renowned for.

For interviews or logistical details, please contact Dr F Suliman at 083 578 6671, Nazir/Naseema Malek at 082 497 8688, Dr SH Omar at 072 786 8337 or Aslam Mayat at 082 775 7860. Or email Mass Iftaar KZN at info.massiftar@gmail.com.

Watch and laugh at the Comedy Galore comedy show at Suncoast

Showtime Promotions presents a MEGA comedy show with a host of SA’s popular comedians, Darren Maule, Muthu Murugan, Bash with Tash, Senzo Mthethwa, Mmangaliso Mhlongo, Annalakshmi, Sagie Murugan and Robby Collins.

Award-winning breakfast show host, seasoned stand-up comedian, actor, MC and entertainer, Darren Maule started his career in the entertainment industry when he joined a live daily soap drama for radio. From there, he flexed his comedy muscles, doing stand-up comedy as well as physical theatre as one half of a comedy duo mime act.

Sharp-tongued and witty comedian Muthu Murugan, also known as the ‘Indian King of Comedy’, will bring some Durban flavour to Suncoast.

Natashia Portrag, more popularly known for her Facebook personality, ‘Bash with Tash’, has caused a stir on social media, gaining her close to 200 000 followers.

Senzo Mthethwa is an actor, comedian and musician performing alongside multiple comic legends and is a household name with his own brand of humour.

Captivating audiences with his humour and charisma, Mmangaliso Mhlongo was born to entertain and tickle many funny bones. After earning third place at a comedy competition, his career began to blossom.

Versatile, energetic and quick-witted are just a few of many words to describe the engaging entertainer, Annalakshmi.

Sagie Murugan tackles stereotypes and narrates hilarious tales, captivating audiences with his special brand of laugh-out-loud comedy and comedy stints.

Robby Collins rose from actor to fully fledged stand-up comedian and is considered one of the most prominent faces of the new generation of South African comedy.

This mega line-up of eight comedic legends is sure to keep audiences in stitches at Comedy Galore on Saturday, March 30, at the Globe, Suncoast at 20:00.

Tickets are available from R150 online at Ticketpro or SPAR outlets. Patrons are advised that the show has an age restriction of 13 and over.

For more info, contact Showtime Promotions during office hours on 060 302 9860.

Durban Festival of Chariots – A Feast for the Soul

Join the beautiful Chariot Festival on the idyllic Durban beachfront from March 29 to April 1, from 12:00 until 21:00, at the Bay of Plenty Lawns and Amphitheatre.

Prepare to spend the days singing, dancing, laughing, feasting and making heart connections!

The festival will begin at midday daily with conscious entertainment, vegan and vegetarian food, a kids carnival, arts and crafts, a cultural boutique and free vegan meals.

The Chariot Parade will take place twice. The colourful parade starts in front of Tropicana Hotel and will be accompanied by musicians, traditional African dancers, other performers, and thousands of dancing and singing festivalgoers. The traditional 15m-high chariot will roll down the prestigious Golden Mile and stop at the festival site at the Amphitheatre, North Beach.

There will be live music, dance, theatre, edutainment, and family fun time from 12:00 to 21:00 daily. A host of international and local dignitaries will hold spiritual discussions, there will be mantra yoga and Food for Life South Africa will be providing free sumptuous vegan meals. Entry is free!

It’s that time of the year again – Splashy Fen Music Festival 2024

Splashy Fen is South Africa’s longest-running and oldest music festival. It is so much more than just a music festival; it is a festival that celebrates life, art, music, people, love, laughter, fun and enjoyment, all within a world heritage site (The Drakensberg).

The festival started in 1990 after a night of red wine around a fire when Peter Ferraz and Bart Fokkens decided that the farm, Splashy Fen, was a perfect location for a music gathering. Expecting only a hundred or so fans, the inaugural festival attracted some 400 musicians and festival-goers and, by 1995, had become the biggest music festival in the country.

Over the years, Splashy has welcomed more than 150 000 people through its gates and provided a platform that has seen music careers blossom across our promised land. It is so much more than a festival and is rightly dubbed ‘SA’s Friendliest Music Festival’.

In recent years, the festival has experienced a significant revival and is now attracting fans from across the continent and globally to a festival site that is largely considered the most beautiful in South Africa.
Venue: Bushman’s Nek Road, Underberg, 3257

Tickets for Splashy Fen Music Festival 2024 can be booked here: https://allevents.in/durban%20north/splashy-fen-music-festival-2024/80001175505185

For more info, go to https://splashyfen.co.za/

Book ahead

Free storytime at the Kloof Public Library with Stories by Shelley

Stories by Shelley is offering free storytime (read-alouds) 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.

Aunty Shiela returns to Suncoast this April

Following a year away from the limelight, Theshen Naicker, the genius behind South Africa’s beloved Aunty Sheila, returns with a bang, set to dazzle audiences once more with her latest comedy extravaganza, Monster-in-Law. It’s guaranteed to have the audience in stitches.

Monster-in-Law focuses on a mother’s overbearing love for her son that has the potential to ruin her son’s relationship with his fiancée. While this show is packed with comedy, it also has many thought-provoking moments that will leave audiences both entertained and educated.

The show’s storyline centres around Aunty Sheila’s excitement as she prepares to plan her favourite son’s wedding. She wants it to be the most glamorous and spectacular event Durban has ever seen, calling it the ‘Wedding of the Year’! She makes it clear that she wants no cost spared and envisions the day to be the most magical real-life Bollywood movie anyone has experienced.

Yet, her vision starkly contrasts with what her son and his fiancée have envisioned for their wedding. From matrimonial mishaps to uproarious laughter and heartfelt tears, this production offers a delightful blend of all things Bollywood.

Apart from a well-scripted show with an abundance of humour, the audience will also enjoy some beautifully choreographed dances and melodious singing by Aunty Sheila and her Dance Academy.

This family show takes place in The Globe at Suncoast on April 6. Tickets from R150 are available online at Ticketpro or your local SPAR outlet.

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Take part in a ‘Musical Journey Through Time and Culture’ with Season’s Echoes 2 and win tickets!!

Following a resounding success in the Midlands, Seasons’ Echoes is proud to announce their much-anticipated return to the heart of Durban with Season’s Echoes 2. Prepare to be enthralled once again by an unforgettable concert experience, set amidst the historic ambiance of St Thomas Anglican Church on Sunday, April 7 at 15:00.

Dive into a mesmerising soundscape spanning the ages, featuring a repertoire that seamlessly blends baroque, classical, romantic, and contemporary masterpieces. From the timeless works of Bach, Albinoni, Mozart, Brahms and Chopin to the cherished hymns handpicked by the acclaimed vocalist, Audrey Mbuyazi, this concert promises an immersive journey through musical history.

At the helm of this extraordinary performance are exceptional musicians whose talents know no bounds. Brett Udal, hailed for his sensitivity on the violin, brings decades of experience, having graced the stages of national orchestras and collaborated with renowned ensembles. Joining him is Audrey Mbuyazi, a multi-faceted artist whose soulful voice and heartfelt compositions have garnered acclaim across borders.

Completing the ensemble are special guests Jacques Heyns on the organ and Richard Rheeder on the piano, both esteemed figures in their respective fields. From Heyns’ mastery of the organ to Rheeder’s captivating piano performances, each artist adds a layer of richness and depth to the concert experience.

The concert promises to be a celebration of musical diversity, with a fusion of traditional compositions and contemporary interpretations, all infused with an African influence that reflects the vibrant tapestry of South African culture.

Tickets for this extraordinary event are priced at R100 per person and can be purchased on Quicket or at the door. Don’t miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the magic of music that transcends time and resonates with the diverse hues of life.

Venue: St Thomas Anglican Church, 195 Musgrave Road, Berea

For media inquiries or interview requests, please contact Brett Udal at 082 909 8325 or nbfudal@gmail.com.

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