What’s happening in and around town?
Got nothing to do during the weekend or the upcoming week? Don’t look any further than the Herald’s What’s on in and around town guide …
• Until 23 December: Janice Honeyman’s Snow White – The Fairest Panto in all the Land at Joburg Theatre
We have a kind, loveable heroine, a handsome, hunky prince, seven cute dwarfs, a magic mirror and of course the ultimate example of Evil – the wicked Queen Hildegonda. Janice Honeyman’s Snow White stars Desmond Dube in the comic role of Dame Dolla Diddledaddledoodledragon. John Robbie makes his pantomime debut in Snow White as The Major-Dumb-Ou of the Royal Palace of Cool Cornucopia. The ever-popular and hugely entertaining story of Snow White will be brought to life from page to stage in an enchanting production complete with stunning sets, beautiful costumes, breathtaking special effects and lots of comedy. Click here for more.
• Until 23 December: Disney’s Beauty & the Beast at Joburg Theatre
The tale tells the story of an Enchantress who turns a cruel, unfeeling Prince into a hideous Beast. To break the spell, the Beast must learn to love another and earn her love in return before the last petal falls from an enchanted rose. Ten years later, in a small village far below the Beast’s castle, a beautiful and intelligent young woman, Belle, yearns for something more than her provincial life. On his way to show his invention at a fair, Belle’s father Maurice gets lost and seeks shelter in a castle. Click here for more.
• 23 November: Schuster is terug op die grootskerm
Hou vas aan jou sitplek want die grapjas, Leon Schuster, is terug met ’n splinternuwe goedvoel-komedie, met skreeusnaakse insidente en ’n inspirerende storielyn, wat kykers van begin tot einde vasgenael sal hou. In ware Schuster-tradisie volg Frank & Fearless die wenresep van pittige komedie en humoristiese sosiale kommentaar waarvoor Leon se vorige werk, soos There’s a Zulu on my Stoep en Mr Bones, bekendheid verwerf het. Saam met medeskrywer en regisseur, Gray Hofmeyr, voer hy dit verder deur ’n baie relevante en kontroversiële storielyn in te werk, met ’n diep emosionele impak, wat dit kop-en-skouers laat uitstaan bo enige van dié ikoniese filmmaker se vorige werk. Die film word plaaslik versprei en ook landswyd uitgereik.
• 23 November: Festival of Christmas Music in Florida
The Augmented Choir of the Florida Methodist Church invites you to their Festival of Christmas Music at 7pm. The festival will be hosted at the church, corner of Madeline and Seventh Streets, Florida. For more information, contact the church office on 011 472 1649 or Eddie Andersen on 083 244 6677.
• 24 November: Dangerous animals and outdoor hazards course at the Kloofendal Nature Reserve
Join the Friends of Kloofendal (FroK) for a dangerous animals and outdoor hazards course at the Kloofendal Nature Reserve, Galena Avenue, Kloofendal from 8.30am to 12 noon. The course will be presented by Warren Schmidt and include a book, course notes, species list and refreshments. All proceeds will be used for herpetological research and FroK. Tickets cost R385 per person. For more information or to make bookings, contact Warren at warren@biodiversitynature.com.
• 24 November: Frog evening at the Kloofendal Nature Reserve
Join the Friends of Kloofendal for a frog evening at the Kloofendal Nature Reserve, Galena Avenue, Kloofendal from 6pm to 8pm. The evening will start off with a presentation, followed by a walk in and around the wetland and dam, looking for frogs and other water creatures. Nets and sample jars will be provided and participants will be shown how to treat all living creatures with care and respect. Tickets cost R70 for adults, R60 for pensioners, R50 for children and R10 per car for the security guard. Bookings can be done through Quicket.
• 24 November: Tasting journey using healing botanicals in gin at Garden World
Join Sandy Roberts from the Margaret Roberts Herbal Centre at Garden World at noon as she takes you on a tasting journey using healing botanicals in gin. This pairing of botanicals and gin with sweet and savoury bites will inspire you to start your own herb garden. Sandy will partner with Francois and Vonmari Joubert, Michaelangelo Gold winners from the Magaliesburg Incedo Distillery. Cost is R280 per person, which includes the gin-tasting and four types of gin, canapés, the lecture and prize giveaway. Contact 011 957 2545 or 011 956 3003.
• 24 November: A touch of Christmas in Parkhurst
Miniaturists in Gauteng come from all walks of life, all areas and encompass a love of all things small. Miniature Showcase is where artisans showcase their work in the Miniature World. At this time of the year they include gifting and crafting with a Christmas theme. Miniatures, dollhouse accessories, supplies and Christmas gifting and crafting available. No entrance fee but donations to Cerebral Palsy would be welcome. Contact Sue on 011 787 2340 for more information.
• 24 November: Event to show off your four-legged friend in Randfontein
A Datsun Dog Day is set to take place at Rand West Datsun and Nissan. This will be a fun day for dogs and owners aimed at raising donations of various kinds in aid of the Rand West SPCA. Datsun Dog titles up for grabs include Most Handsome Datsun Dog; Waggiest Tail Datsun Dog and Most Spoiled Datsun Dog. Entries closed on 22 November. The Herald will be attending the event.
• 25 November: Richie’s Toy and Model Car Fair in Emmarentia
Richie’s Toy and Model Car Fair at Marks Parks Sports Club in Emmarentia, is organised by collectors for collectors and will showcase and all kinds of collectible toys, trains and models, which will be for sale. Leading specialist dealers will be at the show, selling all kinds of new and old collectibles. You can find model cars, lorries, buses and airplanes, Dinky Toys, Matchbox, Hot Wheels, Corgi Toys, and Star Wars, James Bond and other TV and film-related collectibles, Lego, Scalextric, model railways, teddy bears, action figures and much, much more. Parking is secure and free, and there are catering facilities. Entry is R10 per person. For more information, contact Josh on 076 824 7089.
• 25 November: Butterfly walk at the Kloofendal Nature Reserve
Join the Friends of Kloofendal for a butterfly walk at the Kloofendal Nature Reserve, Galena Avenue, Kloofendal from 9am to 11am. Try and catch butterflies with the provided nets and collection jars. You will be shown how to do this without harming the butterflies. Look and learn about them and then release them back into nature. Tickets cost R70 for adults, R60 for pensioners and R50 for children. Bookings can be done through Quicket.
• 25 November: Country Show vir Vriendskaptuiste
Buffalo Ranch Lodge gaan ‘n Country Show saam met Lance James, Tommy Dell, Jody Wayne, Clive Bruce, Barbara Ray, Sally Vaughn en Rodeo Girls hou om fondse vir Vriendskaptuiste se projek in te samel.
• 28 November 2018 to 6 January 2019: A Christmas Carol at Montecasino
Crewworks brings A Christmas Carol to life as you have never seen it before. Jason Ralph (Phantom of the Opera, Shakespeare in Love) will portray Scrooge in Charles Dickens’ timeless tale of warmth and redemption. It promises to be a sumptuous banquet for the eyes, ears and imagination. Introducing several ghosts and characters from his past, present and future, the play takes us on an emotional journey from the old Scrooge’s tight-fisted, miserly ways, to the new Scrooge – spreading goodwill and cheer through his generous spirit. Perfect for the entire family, this outing is bound to become a family tradition! For more information, visit Computicket.
• 28 November to 8 December: Transforming Arts/ Transforming Lives conference and festival at Wits University
Drama For Life has great pleasure in announcing its 10th Drama for Life Conference and Festival ‘Transforming Arts/ Transforming Lives’ which will be held at Wits University. This unique initiative will feature a wide range of topics from trauma and gender, sexualities, the body politic to aesthetic disruptions, Africa and the reclamation of spirituality, children and theatre, youth theatre and sexual health as well as arts therapies for mental health and wellness. The Arts in Conversation Series, curated in partnership with DFL’s key stakeholders and leading arts organisations, is but one of the many highlights of this exceptional Conference and festival that will enhance the knowledge base and experience of artists, community artists, arts healers and arts therapists, arts and cultural leaders and managers, arts educators, arts academics and arts researchers, and arts activists. The festival leg presents a host of cutting-edge productions by established as well as young and upcoming producers while premiering Pina, an interdisciplinary work by Drama for Life artist in residence Kwanele Finch Thusi and Eclipsed, a new play by Tlotlego Gaogakwe and Warren Nebe, performed by the Drama for Life Theatre Company. In addition to the above, Drama for Life is hosting three significant moments: the official opening of the 10th Drama for Life Conference and Festival (28/11), a donor and partner lunch (29/11) and a 10th birthday celebration for Drama for Life (01/12). Visit www.dramafrolife.co.za for more information.
• 30 November to 2 December: Fun activity for kids at the Parkview Charity Christmas Market
No matter where you are in the world, Christmas is all about family, love and great food. Nicarela Charity has made every effort to ensure that every member of your family gets to experience this. For the past 11 years, the Parkview Charity Christmas Market has been a festive family event with lots to do for children of all ages as well as parents. It takes place at the George Hay Park in Parkview. While the adults keep themselves busy with a variety of activities such as shopping, sipping gin, or simply watching the time go by in the park, children can occupy themselves with different activities such as sand art, face-painting, nail art, temporary tattoos, wood-painting crafts, candle-dipping, play in the snow tent and train rides. The kiddies with a more adventurous spirit can enjoy bungee, rocket, the paintball shooting range and the mechanical bull. Visit the Facebook page Parkview Charity Christmas Market or the website www.nicarela.org for more information.
• 30 November to 31 December: Queen creates their own kinda magic at Emperors Palace
The world-famous Queen show, It’s A Kinda Magic, is back, bringing you the best of the band’s legendary music. Don’t miss the spectacular on stage at Emperors Palace. Painstaking attention has been paid to all the music, the iconic voice of Freddie Mercury, the amazing guitar solos of Brian May and the groundbreaking rock harmonies. And, with state-of-the-art sound, lighting and authentic costumes, this is as close as you can get to the real thing. For more information, visit Computicket or Emperors Palace.
• 30 November: Barry Hilton at Silverstar
Fresh from stellar performances in Hong Kong and Singapore, legendary SA comedian Barry Hilton will thrill Silverstar. Barry continues to enjoy one the most successful careers in SA stand-up history. He has been wowing audiences for a phenomenal 35 years! And is still criss-crossing this country and the world with his unique approach to things we all have in common and a hilarious take on our quirks and differences. He’s known for never going for the easy gags, cheap shots and lazy punch lines of dirty and vulgar comedy. If you’re lucky enough to remember one of the jokes that fly your way during a show, you’ll be able to tell it to anybody from your boss to your gran. So make sure you don’t’ miss this opportunity to see one of the very best comedians – in South Africa and the whole world – in action at Silverstar. For further information, please visit silverstar.co.za #LoveSilverstar
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