DURBAN always delivers in the arts and entertainment space. Whether it is cult classics, music concerts and even a high tea, we’ve got you covered. Get out and enjoy some of the events listed for this week below.

Don’t miss cult classic (runs until October 12)

The KickstArt theatre company presents The Rocky Horror Show at the Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre, in Durban which began this week and runs until October 12.

The Rocky Horror Show will be directed by Steven Stead, with set designs by multi award-winning Greg King, and costume designs by internationally lauded, Monaco-based Terrence Bray.

Evan Roberts is the musical director, leading a live onstage band playing the well-loved score which features classics such as The Time Warp, Sweet Transvestite, Touch-a-Touch Me and Damn It, Janet. Choreography is by Simone Mann.

Heading the impressive cast list is Johannesburg actor Tshepo Ncokoane (Kinky Boots, The Magic Box, Priscilla Queen of the Desert) as the iconic cross-dressing mad scientist, Frank N Furter. Durban audiences will have seen Tshepo in KickstArt’s 2018 production of Camelot as Sir Dinidan, and in the 2021 CAB Festival Showcase for the Centre of Creative Arts.

The performances are scheduled at 19:30 Tuesday to Saturday, 14:30 Saturday, and 18:00 Sunday. There is a special preview performance on Wednesday, September 17, with tickets at R200 (no discounts) throughout (irrespective of where you sit or how old you are).

Booking for all performances is through Webtickets.

It’s a vintage affair (Saturday, September 20)

ST Clement’s Catholic Church’s women’s organisation, St Anne’s is hosting its annual high tea on Saturday, September 20, to raise funds for their charity work.

The high tea will be held at the Clermont Community Hall at 10:00. Dress in your finest vintage attire, network and indulge in delicious treats.

With the motto ‘Working for Families’, St Anne’s chairperson Thuli Majozi said the high tea is hosted annually to raise funds for underprivileged families and the church.

“We adopted nine families, and we take groceries to three families per quarter.”

Tickets cost R300 per person. Call 078 402 0003 / 072 020 2408 / 072 432 9950 for details.

Concert hits the right notes (Sunday, September 21) 

On Sunday, September 21, at 14:30 the Durban Jewish Centre – North Beach, will host the Music for Flute, Oboe and Strings.

The concert features Sabine Baird on flute, Margrit Deppe on oboe, Refiloe Oliphant and Ekaterina Sinelnikova on violin, and Marco Mazzi on viola, as well as Ralitza Pechoux on cello, the Programme Ernest Moeran Fantasy Quartet for oboe, the Strings Antonin Dvorak Quartet in F Major, the American Luiggi Boccherini Quartet for oboe, and Strings Anton Reicha Grand Duo for flute and String Quartet.

Tickets are R140 and are available at the door – cash only.

The Prelude Performer at this concert will be the talented pianist and violinist Aiden Luo.

For more Information email millark.millar@gmail.com or phone Keith on 071 505 1021.

Celebration service for peace (Sunday, September 20)

St Cyprians Anglican Church in Umbilo is presenting a combined celebration service on Sunday morning, 21 September at 11:00, which is International Day of Peace and the church’s Patronal Festival.

The United Nations has declared September 21 to be The International Day of Peace (Peace Day).

“As we stand, seemingly once more on the brink of international conflict and war, in a time of turbulence, tumult and uncertainty, it is critical that everyone take concrete steps to commit to harmony and peace in the absolute knowledge that complacency and inaction will condemn all of society to moral corruption, poverty, violence and misery,” said Legionnaire Bryan Dore, representing the SA Legion of Military Veterans, who, together with the MOTHS, and other veteran organisations, will be publicly pledging their commitment to actively get involved in peace projects.

The service features a range of magnificent music, the laying of a wreath of peace, and carefully chosen readings, prayers and hymns. Entry is free and all are welcome.

St Cyprians is at 603 Umbilo Rd. There is guarded onsite parking.

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