Things to do this weekend
If watching wrestlers pound each other into the ground is not enough to get your heart racing, why not try jumping off a hundred metre tall tower?
Killing them Softly – Opens 2 August
Professional enforcer Jackie Cogan (Brad Pitt) is hired to find three criminals after they rob a mob poker game, leaving the underground criminal economy in ruins. Now the mob wants their money back and it’s up to Cogan to fix the mess these not-so-bright criminals left behind. Starring Ben Mendelsohn, Brad Pitt, James Gandolfini and Ray Liotta.
Showing at all good cinemas.
WWE Live World Tour – 2-3 August
WWE returns to South Africa and fans can expect hard-hitting action with all the bells and whistles synonymous with this unique brand of entertainment. Look forward to, amongst others, Alberto Del Rio, Randy Orton, Sheamus, South Africa’s own Justin Gabriel and first-time visitor to our shores Rob Van Dam.
WHERE: Coca-Cola Dome, cnr Olievenhout Avenue and Northumberland Road, North Riding
WHEN: Friday 2 and Saturday 3 August
COST: ranges from R295 to R600.
DETAILS: www.wwe.com
Orlando Towers Fifth Birthday Bash – 2-3 August
Orlando Towers invites you to join them in celebrating five years of insane bungee madness by coming along and literally taking the plunge. Mix FM is broadcasting live from the event and free shooters are available to calm your nerves as you peer over your toes into one hundred metres of crisp, fresh air.
WHERE: Dynamo Street cnr Old Potch Road, Soweto
WHEN: Friday 2 and Saturday 3 August
COST: ranges from R50 to R400
DETAILS: Visit their Facebook page