THE CATALINA THEATRE: Running in tandem until December 21 is Clinton Marius’ B!#ch Stole My Doek and Hamish Kyd’s Knowing You.. Knowing Me, under the banner, Bruinous Back-to-Back. Marius showcases Durban actress Shona Johnson in his new comedy. This satire, set in Wentworth, pokes fun at a war of words between two women over a missing item of laundry. Colourful language and hysteria offer an insider’s view of life in the southern suburbs. 7.30pm Wednesdays to Saturdays and Sundays at 2.30pm. R100at Computicket. Knowing You…Knowing Me humorously explores issues such as bigotry and prejudice. Wednesdays to Saturdays, 9pm, Sundays at 4pm. R100 at Computicket. See www.catalinatheatre.com
ELIZABETH SNEDDON THEATRE: KickstArt presents their pantomime, Aladdin, from Friday to January 11. Features songs, jokes, glamorous costumes, and sumptuous sets. Starring Bryan Hiles (Wishee Washee), Darren King (Widow Twankey), Iain Robinson (Abanazar, the evil magician), Georgina Mabbett (Princess Jasmine) and Rory Booth (Genie of the Ring), this pantomime also introduces Nathan Kruger as Aladdin. Book at Computicket. Block bookings: Ailsa at 083 250 2690.
THE PLAYHOUSE: Comedian Aaron McIlroy’s musical comedy The Ranga takes a tongue-in-cheek look at prejudice. The word “ranga” is derived from “orangutang” and is used to describe people with red hair. In The Ranga, McIlroy takes the scalpel to the preconceived ideas around “ranga-ism”, highlighting how this recessive gene is the primary cause of most the world’s woes. McIlroy descends into the gritty underbelly of ginger prejudice with hilarious results. He appears alongside Durban muso, Andy Turrell. Ends Sunday. Tuesday to Saturday at 7.30pm with 3pm matinee on Saturday and Sunday. R150 at Computicket or call 031 369 9540.
THE RHUMBELOW THEATRE (DBN): Under the Covers with The Reals (Barry Thomson, Dawn Selby, Mali Sewell and Jason Andrew) stages from Friday to Sunday. Each band member has their own musical tastes which will be exposed in the repertoire. Expect a song selection from Led Zeppelin, Supertramp, Mark Knopfler, Rainbow, Heart and The Cream, with an interesting and “real” creative twist. R120, R100 for block bookings and R100 for pensioners at Computicket or call 082 499 8636.
SUNCOAST CASINO: Cinderella is the world’s favourite pantomime. Gone is Cinderella. Enter Sinder-Fella, Princess Charming and the Fairy Godfather. The team is back: Anthony Stonier and Clinton Small as the Ugly Sisters; Thomie Holtzhausen is the Fairy Godfather and Katy Moore is Princess Pandora Hugetit of Ballito. Joining them are Rowin Munsamy as the Princess’ loyal supporter, Button, and Mpilo “Straw” Nzimande as Sinder-Fella. Ends December 30. For group bookings, specials: [email protected] or call 083 250 2690.
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THE BARNYARD THEATRE: Rewind back in time for the most daring ‘80s rock show ever, 80’s Rewind, ending January 11. Lunch time shows (at 1.30pm) have been added and a show on December 15 and their Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve shows. Bookings: 031 566 3045 or www.barnyard theatres.co.za/ gateway or gateway@ barnyardtheatres.co.za.
FESTIVE ENTERTAINMENT FOR THE YOUNG
THE PLAYHOUSE: Skungpoomery runs until December 21. The show is described as a comedy tailored for the young. It boasts a creative element as the characters, and the audience, indulge in clever wordplay and discover a new lexicon. Aimed at children aged seven to 13, it features Faz and Twoo. Every child gets a special goodie bag at the end of the show. R100 at Computicket. Weekdays at noon and 2.30 pm, weekends at 2pm.
THE CATALINA THEATRE: The Princess & The Frog by Sandy Bigara will entertain the whole family! Loosely based on The Grimm’s Tale Der Froschkönig 1812, Bigara has adapted the tale, peppering it with fairies, laughs, song, dancing, action and drama. Ends January 10. R80 children, R100 adults (show only) or, R130 children and R160 (show and Spur meal) at Computicket or the box office. 2pm daily, 11am Saturdays.
THE RHUMBELOW THEATRE: Thrice Upon A Time! starring Marc Kay and Sarah Richard from the Actors Unemployed Company stages from Saturday to December 22. It tells three kids’ favourite stories – The Three Billy Goats Gruff, Goldilocks and the Three Bears and Three Little Pigs. All enacted through shadow puppetry work. R60. Daily at 10am Monday to Wednesday, and Friday to Saturday. Thursdays at 2pm. Book at Computicket or call Ailsa at 083 250 2690.
COMING UP
THE BARNYARD THEATRE: present Bieber & Buddies. 2pm on December 27, January 3 and 10. Sees Bieber vs One Direction. The Kidz Rock band, singers and dancers will take audiences on a journey with three boys who have the desire to be Justin Bieber. The cast bring to life Bieber songs such as All Around the World, Beauty And a Beat, Boy Friend, As Long As You Love Me and more. Also includes songs by Selena Gomez, One Direction, Demi Laveto, Miley Cyrus and Katy Perry. R90. Bookings: 031 566 3045 www.barnyard theatres.co.za/ gateway or e-mail gateway@ barnyardtheatres.co.za.
SUNCOAST CASINO: Madame Zingara returns with their After Forever Tour. Housed in one of the last remaining antique mirror tents, After Forever is filled with local and international acts. The tour starts at the end of next month. Bookings: 0861 623 263 or e-mail boxoffice @madame zingara.com. R390 to R495 a person, which includes a three-course meal.
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