Rockwood opening a beautiful event
The new Rockwood Theatre at Parkview Shopping Centre had its opening on 11 June, with a great turn out to boast about.
Tom and Ann Muller, owners of the Pretoria Barnyard for the past 15 years, are excited to announce that the venue changed its name to the Rockwood Theatre as of the 1st June and they will, in future be staging their own productions, the first being A Beautiful Noise which started on stage from 1 June and will run until 30 July.
Rockwood Theatre’s shows as from June 2017 will be produced and directed by the seasoned performer Andrew Webster. Andrew brings a wealth of experience spanning a reputable career thus far of 25 years; from musical theatre to TV to film. He has also been part of a number of Barnyard Theatre productions over the past 15 years.
Tom Muller, owner of Rockwood Theatre said: “Ann and I are extremely excited about Andrew joining our team and are convinced that with the Rockwood Theatre’s independence, new focus, show schedule, the new look and feel (even a VIP section), we can offer our loyal patrons the shows and service we know they will enjoy.”
The first show staged by this dynamic team is A Beautiful Noise – a long awaited tribute to country, folk and acoustic rock singers who have been making waves and influencing the music industry over many decades.
For nearly a century, this genre of music has been topping charts not only in America, but globally making artists such as John Denver, Neil Diamond, The Eagles, Crosby Stills Nash, Cat Stevens, Rodriguez, Dolly Parton, CCR, Lumineers, Adele, Fleetwood Mac, Simon and Garfunkel, Mumford & Sons and Shania Twain household names.
This brand new show is also proud to recognise the part country has played in influencing many Afrikaans artists like Juanita du Plessis and Die Champbells.
The cast includes the ideal talents of vocalists like the ever popular Vernon Barnard of The Voice SA fame alongside Kieran Rennie, Nadine Sisam, Stephan Nel and Candice Kennedy.
They got the audience singing and clapping along to all their favourites such as Man, I Feel like a Woman; You’re Still The One; I Will Always Love You; I Wonder; Have you Ever Seen The Rain, The Sounds of Silence, I Will Wait For You; Hallelujah; Islands in the Stream; Country Roads and even Rooi Rok Bokkie and many other chart-topping hits.
Also stringly featured is the instantly recognisable Neil Diamond’s Beautiful Noise and Sweet Caroline as well as Kid Rock’s All Summer Long and Lynyrd Skynyrd’s Sweet Home Alabama.
The show is all about the music, so with the vibrant 6-piece live band featuring guitars, banjo, pedal steel guitar, violin, keyboard, bass, drums adding their own flair along with the five powerful vocalists; A Beautiful Noise will take you on a journey of nearly 10 decades of pure joy, excitement and nostalgia and ideal for all ages; old and young; there will be something for everyone to bop along to!
Rockwood Theatre still has it delicious pizzas, platters and light meals available for purchase for patrons to enjoy while the performance is on, otherwise patrons can bring their own picnic baskets. The venue encourages patrons to pre-order meals when making their bookings – platters need to be ordered at least 48 hours in advance. All drinks need to be purchased at the venue.
With the recent refurbishment, Rockwood Theatre now has an exciting VIP area where groups can book the area for their heightened show enjoyment. The area is raised, separate and private from other patrons, with the seating being comfortable couches, chairs and cushions and includes private waiter service. The couched area is for groups of 6 as well as single row seating with a counter.
Another exciting addition at Rockwood Theatre is that on Friday and Saturday evenings, the foyer area will transform into a dance area with couches and cocktail tables to sit at. A DJ will commence straight after the show until late, so there’s no need to rush off – make an evening of it!
Performances:
Thursdays to Saturdays at 20h00 and Sundays at 14h00
Doors open 90 minutes prior to show time. (Wed – Sat at 18h30 and Sundays at 12h30)
Ticket prices for June:
There is an opening month special for the month of JUNE only:
Thursdays buy-1-get-1-free @ R150 ie R75 per person on even numbers
Firdays – Sundays : R120 per person
Sundays : Pensioners get 50% discount and Children under 12 are free.
VIP Area: R190
Tickets Prices for July:
Thursdays there’s a buy-1-get-1-free R90 per person on even numbers (Regular Price R180)
Fridays and Saturdays : R180 per person
Sundays : R120 per person. Pensioners get 50% discount and Children under 12 are free.
VIP Area: R220 per person
Bookings at www.rockwoodtheatre.co.za or call 012 368 1555
Rockwood Theatre Address:
Parkview Shopping Centre, Corner Garsfontein Road and Netcare Street, Pretoria East
Telephone : 012 368 1555
A Beautiful Noise is 2 and a half hours in duration which includes a 20 minute interval.
Rockwood Theatre Social Media:
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/Rockwoodtheatre/
Twitter : @RockwoodTheatre
Instagram : rockwood_theatre_2017
Hashtag for A Beautiful Noise : #RTABeautifulNoise
For details of Rockwood Theatre’s exciting 2017 show line-up, visit www.rockwoodtheatre.co.za or contact Donovan at donovan@rockwoodtheatre.co.za
The opening event that took place on 11 June was a huge success. The following guests attended:
Photo credit: Mariola Biela
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