Wat skud in die dorp en sy omstreke?
Met die Herald se Wat Skud-gids byderhand hoef jy en jou familie nie meer by die huis te sit en wonder wat in die dorp, of selfs aan die hele Wesrand en omstreke aangebied word nie.
• 25 April: Puppet mayhem comes to Montecasino
What would Conrad Koch and Chester Missing talk about if they didn’t constantly discuss politics and race? In his latest show offering, Puppet Guy, Conrad Koch – the man often mistakenly called ‘Chester’ – goes back to the lighter side of comedy ventriloquism. The show, brought to you in association with Comedy Central Africa, takes place for the first time in Johannesburg at the Pieter Toerien Studio Theatre at Montecasino from 25 April to 27 May 2018.
• Until 11 March: Diamonds & Pearls at Barnyard Theatre Silverstar
Take a journey down memory lane with two of the most successful recording and performing artists of all time. From surprise dedications to duet performances, this show is jam-packed with all of your favourites from way-back-when. Hits such as Beautiful Noise, Long Fellow Serenade and Love On The Rocks will get Neil Diamond fans swaying their hips, while Celine Dion fans can enjoy renditions of some of her most well-known songs including The Power Of Love, I Drove All Nightand My Heart Will Go On. Weaving between fan favourites and ultimate hits, this show makes for a memorable night out with friends.
Annalakshmi’s African Adventure is a hilarious musical comedy about being an Indian National taking refuge in South Africa. This one-woman-show will take place for the first time on a Joburg stage on the 24th of March at the Theatre of Marcellus, Emperors Palace. Using singing in a variety of Indian vernacular, as well as old and contemporary English music, Annalakshmi tackles family, social, economic and political issues.
• 10 March: 2018 Food And Beer Pairings in Johannesburg
The SAB World of Beer reloads its monthly food and beer pairings for 2018. Each beer pairing experience focuses on finding the harmony between beer, a grain-based beverage, and food through pairing with simple or both rich and complex flavors. The beer pairing lunches are held once a month on a Saturday at the five-star tourist attraction in Newtown. You can expect a varied menu, guests will experience a five-course meal carefully crafted to pair with SAB brands. SAB Trade Brewer. Each pairing includes six SAB beers and a five-course meal.
Preparing for the arrival of your little bundle of joy? If yes, make sure you visit the Belly Blessings Maternity & Baby Market. You can get your hands on amazing baby-related goodies, enjoy the atmosphere and celebrate your new addition as a family at this lovely market. This is an exciting and lovely event for the mommies-to-be wanting to look after themselves, spoil the little one (or ones) on the way and envision his/her future with family and friends. With 70 vendors offering something for mommy and baby, you’ll most definitely find something that suits your style, budget and needs. The market is perfect for the entire family, complete with kid’s entertainment, beer-on-tap for the dads and delicious food served in the garden throughout the day.
• 30 March to 8 April: The Rand Show 2018 in Johannesburg
This is NOT just another expo. The Rand Show 2018 kicks off with a fun-filled entertainment and lifestyle extravaganza for the whole family. The 10-day event will inspire, entertain and offer top-end exhibition halls that include Kids Expo, Into the Future Expo, Lifestyle Expo, Sports Expo, Outdoor Lifestyle and SANDF pavilion featuring a spectacular show of demonstrations, drills, military band performances and many more. Some of the biggest drawcards this year include a merry-go-round for the smaller children, heart pounding rides for the most adventurous and a spine-chilling show of House of Horrors, a must-see for fans of horror and fantasy demonstrations. Wonderfully creepy in tone, this not to be missed horror and genre-themed show is complete with haunted movie inspired sets, charmingly dated special effects and lavish costumes to name but a few.
This fabulous wedding exhibition will leave brides-to-be inspired! There will be plenty of wedding day ideas, services and products on display to turn your dream wedding into a reality. A host of experts will be showcasing breathtaking wedding gowns, stunning accessories, beautiful table décor, amazing honeymoon destination packages and more. The Wedding Expo is the only event engaged couples need to attend to get inspiration and plan everything they want for their special day. There will be plenty of advice, products and services on show.
• 15 March: Wine & Cheese Soirée in Randburg
Delight your taste buds with a lovely evening filled with cheese, wine and good company The Swiss Hotel School South Africa Randburg Campus. There’s nothing more delicious than sipping on a glass of good wine and sampling different cheeses. life is all about indulging, so make sure you book your spot before it’s too late. Keep in mind that the dress code is smart casual. Also, bookings are essential.
