THE RHUMBELOW THEATRE: Diva Feva ends Suday. This production showcases strong, independent woman who have stopped at nothing to get to the top. Expect impersonations of Marilyn Monroe, The Supremes, Madonna, Roxette, Abba, Katy Perry, Pink, Adele, Whitney Houston, Amy Whinehouse, Joan Jett, Tina Turner, Lady Ga Ga and Cher, to name a few. Featuring vocalists Claire Jan Rowlett, Kerry-lee McKibbin, Danielle Fisher and Joanne Fisher Steyn. R120 at Computicket or call 082 499 8636.
THE PLAYHOUSE: The Playhouse Company’s New Stages Festival brings to the stage some of the country’s best talent in music, dance and drama, including Dr John Kani, his son Atandwa Kani, Nat Ramabulana, Susan Danford and more. Themes to be explored include transformation, race relations, social cohesion and the experience of exiles returning to a new South Africa. The season closes this weekend with the staging of Bhakti (Thursday to Sunday), the award-winning dance theatre production, a collaboration which joins dancers from the Flatfoot Dance Company and the Playhouse Dance Residency. Book at Computicket. For specials and block booking discounts, call 031 369 9596/9456.
THE BARNYARD THEATRE: Platinum Jukebox is a journey of song and dance that covers every dance craze from the 1920s, ending with the iPod in the 21st century. The cast: Percy Smith, Kyle Matthews, Nontu Xulu and Peyton Amber on vocals; Barry Thomson on guitar and vocals; Dawn Selby on keyboards; Fresh Monanyane on bass guitar; Michael Ramasimong on drums; and dancers Duane Joaquim (also host) and Charlene Hendricks. R145 from Wednesday to Saturday, R110 on Tuesday, R100 for the Sunday matinee. Bookings and enquiries: 031 566 3045.
SUNCOAST CASINO: Madame Zingara dazzles with the After Forever Tour. The production is filled with spectacular acts. It runs until the end of next month. For bookings and more information, contact 0861 623 263 or e-mail boxoffice@ madamezingara.com. R390 to R495 per person depending on seating area.
ELIZABETH SNEDDON THEATRE: Shrek:The Musical. The South African premiere of the hit Broadway musical adaptation of the movie takes place from Saturday to June 28. Starring Lyle Buxton, Rory Booth, Jessica Sole, Jacobus van Heerden and Graeme Wicks. R200 to R295 (discounts for kids and pensioners). Tuesdays to Saturdays at 7pm; matinees on Saturday and Sunday at 1.30pm. For early booking specials, e-mail editor.goingplacessa @gmail.com.
SIBAYA CASINO: After the success of Kama Sutra, Karou Charou unleashes his sequel. Karou’s intent is to build healthier sexual relationships between couples and as such he takes on the role of a sex coach. The sequel promises to be educational, but you can rest assured that the “turbaned one” with his combination of slide shows, “interesting” props and “toilet” humour will have you wheezing with laughter. 8pm on Saturday. R150 at Computicket. Call 031 580 5555.
COMING UP
The Roy Couzens Theatre (Westville Boys High School): Timeless: A Musical Showcase of Everlasting Hits celebrates the music of Robbie Williams, Madonna, Cher, Bryan Adams, Michael Jackson, Queen’s Freddie Mercury and more. June 4 to 6. All proceeds will be donated to The Westville Baby House and Kloof and Highway SPCA. Proceeds of the June 4 performance will be in aid of The Sunflower Fund. Tickets for 8pm performances: adults R100, children R80. Saturday 2pm matinee: adults R80, children R50. Bookings: Kirsten at 079 429 2898.
WESTVILLE COUNTRY CLUB: Brutal Tunes featuring Lisa Bobbert, Anthony Stonier and Andrew Warburton on piano, stages June 7 at 2.30pm and 7pm. Bristling with sharp wit and comedy and over flowing with musical ability. Directed by Caroline Smart, Brutal Tunes features music by Sondheim, Noel Coward and Tom Lehrer. R170 includes main meal. Club members and pensioners pay R150 including main meal. Show only tickets are R120, club members and pensioners, R100 at Computicket or call 082 499 8636.
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