THE PLAYHOUSE: Think Theatre’s school production of Othello plays at Playhouse Drama stage in Durban until Friday. Will also play in Richards Bay, Port Shepstone and northern KZN between March 23 and 26. Directed by Clare Mortimer. Schools shows: 9am and noon daily. Bookings: Doreen Stanley at 033 343 4884, 084 556 0668 or e-mail [email protected].
BLACKROCK CASINO: Newcastle residents and visitors are in for a treat as renowned South African comedian, Aaron Mcilroy, heads to Blackrock. While Aaron’s work in theatre has always focused on getting his growing fan base to laugh until they cry, his creativity as a trained actor and producer extend stand-up comedy. R100 for non-cardholders and cardholders pay R80. Doors open at 7pm. Show at 7.30pm. Call 034 328 1777.
THE PLAYHOUSE: Mashu: The Musical is based on a true event that took place in the community between 1994 and1995, a time of much violence in KwaMashu’s L section. It tells of the trials of two brothers who are caught up in the madness that shattered the lives of this community. The cast includes Wiseman Ncube and Mthokozisi Zulu as the leads and Thabo Mnguni, who is known for his role as Bra Steve on SABC1’s Family Bonds. Stages from tomorrow to Sunday. Book at Computicket. For group bookings and more information, call 031 267 2863.
SIBAYA CASINO: The Michael Jackson HIStory Show is set to launch its new production, Thriller, with a three-week season at the Izulu Theatre in Durban from Thursday to April 6. Taking over the role of MJ from US star Kenny Wizz, is South Africa’s Dantanio. R250 at Computicket and Shoprite/Checkers.
SUNCOAST CASINO: Madame Zingara returns to dazzle with their After Forever Tour which is filled with exceptional local and international acts. Runs until the end of April. For bookings, call 0861 623 263 or e-mail boxoffice@madame zingara.com. R390 to R495 a person.
COURTYARD THEATRE: The Durban University of Technology stages the iconic Lionel Bart evergreen, Oliver!, based on the Charles Dickens classical novel, which comes to the DUT Courtyard Theatre from Sunday to March 28. Oliver! boasts a host of much-loved songs: Food Glorious food; Oliver!; Consider Yourself; You’ve got to Pick a Pocket or Two; As Long as He Needs Me; I’d Do Anything and Omm- Pah-Pah. For more information, contact Lebohang Sibisi at 031 3732194 or [email protected].
COMING UP
THE PLAYHOUSE: Audiences will be given a window into the world of Russian culture when Crown of the Russian Ballet’s 175th Tchaikovsky Anniversary Celebrations graces stages on April 28 and 29 at 7.30pm. The programme opens with the world premiere, the company’s artistic director Anatoly Emelianov’s new production of one of Tchaikovsky’s masterpieces, the one-act ballet, Manfred. The second half features two favourites – a suite from The Sleeping Beauty featuring the original Marius Petipa choreography and the one-act Romeo and Juliet choreographed by Emelianov. R150 to R280 at Computicket.
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