South African Theatre, 320 Pretorius St: 012 392 4000:
Spirit and Bones, written and directed by Thapelo Motloung with Siyabonga Hlatshwayo, Katlego Makgopela and Diana Maseko. Ends Sunday. R60 adults, R30 students and pensioners at Computicket.
Momentum:
My Children! My Africa! By Athol Fugard, directed by Innocent Msiza, starring Moagi Modise, Mkhuseli Mxakatho and Carly Bailey. Today to March 20. R40 adults, R30 students and pensioners, at Computicket.
Arena:
DET Boys High, written and directed by Smal Ndaba and Phyllis Klotz. March 11 to 27, Tuesdays to Friday at noon, Saturday at pm and 8pm, Sundays at 3pm. R40 adults, R30 students and pensioners at Computicket.
Brooklyn Theatre, cnr 13th and Thomas Edison sts, Menlo Park: 012 460 6033/0861 Melody.
Linger Longer, the Sama-nominated jazz album of evergreen favourites with Anna Davel and a four-piece band. Friday at 8pm and Sunday at 3pm. R140 to R160. Book as above.
Dis Opera – Die Konsert, in collaboration with RSG, presented by Wouter de Wet with singers Magdalene Minnaar, Antoinette Olivier, Kathy Neuland, Righard Linde and others, with Salon Ensemble providing music. March 9, 11 and 13 at 8pm. R150 to R170. Book as above.
Centurion Theatre, 123 Amcor Rd, Lyttelton Manor: 012 664 7859:
Shows start at 8pm. Book as above.
Ses Snare with a new programme. R140. Wednesday and Thursday; Nianell on Friday; Alles Pas with Gerrie Pretorius. R100. March 10; Hier en Nou with Stef Bos. R150. March 11 and 12.
Pierneef Theatre, cnr Pierneef and Mogg aves, Villieria: 012 329 0709:
Fundraiser for Tommy Oliver who has been diagnosed with cancer, with artists Lance James, Bobby Angel, Dennis East, The Rodeo Girls, Vicky du Preez, Sunette Bridges and more. Tonight at 7pm;
Groet die Grotman. Comedy about the different sexes. Tomorrow and Thursday 7pm;
Alvain sings songs from his new CD. Saturday at 7pm;
Man/Manin with Carel Trichardt and Petru Wessels. Stories and poems about the life of a man and a woman. March 9 at 10am;
Thys die Bosveldklong. March 10 at 7pm;
Suneida with Johan Kelber and Nathan Smith. March 11 at 7pm;
Emile Minnie. March 13 at 3pm.
All tickets at the door.
Morula Casino and Hotel, Mabopane, 012 799 0084 or 082 234 5679:
Razoos Entertainment Bar:
Mojo Madness. Adele is back with a new cabaret show. Fridays at 9pm, 10.30pm and 11.30pm until the end of April. Free.
Sun City Superbowl: 014 557 1404
André Rieu’s Live Tour to South Africa. March 18, 19, and 20. R450 to R1 050 at Computicket.
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Joburg Theatre Complex, cnr Loveday and Hoofd sts, Braamfontein: 011 877 6854:
The Mandela Theatre:
Strictly Tap Dance Fever, with a group of champion British tap dancers, joined by Amor Vittone and singers Simon Schofield, Jon Hawkins and Lara Denning. Ends on Sunday. R170 at Computicket, for groups of 10 or more call as above.
People’s Theatre: 011 403 1563/2340:
Pinocchio. Monday to April 10. R99 at Computicket. Special school performances at R50 a pupil. Call as above for bookings.
Barnyard Theatre Cresta, Cresta Shopping Centre, Beyers Naudé Drive, Randburg: 011 432 3298 or 082 653 1338:
The Big Five. A tribute to Michael Jackson, Rod Stewart, Tina Turner, Elton John and Madonna. Ends Sunday. Tickets R135 through www.barnyardtheatre.co.za
Montecasino, cnr William Nicol Drive and Witkoppen Rd, Fourways:
Pieter Toerien’s Theatre: 011 511 1818:
Evita, with Angela Kilian and James Borthwick. Ends March 27. R125 to R295 at the box office or Computicket.
Studio Theatre: 011 511 1818:
Mass Appeal, with Graham Hopkins, directed by Alan Swerdlow. Ends March 27. R150 at Computicket.
Market Theatre, 56 Margaret Mcingana St, Joburg, 011 832 1641:
Marc Lottering – Not in 3D. Ends March 26. R60 to R130 at Computicket. PG 16.
Laager Theatre:
Circle, by Tau Maserumule. Ends March 20. R60 to R80 at Computicket.
Barney Simon Theatre:
Sunjata, adapted and directed by James Ngcobo, Ends March 13, 11am. R60 to R130 at Computicket.
National Children’s Theatre, No 3 Junction Ave, Parktown, 011 484 1584:
Pippi Longstocking – a Musical. Monday to April 16. R80 (children) and R90 (adults) at Computicket or the theatre.
Carnival City Casino, Elsburg Rd, Brakpan, 011 898 7000:
Big Top Arena:
Divas, a line-up of 10 South African songstresses. Sunday at 6pm. R120 to R190 at Computicket.
Coca-Cola Dome, cnr Northumberland Rd and Olievenhout Ave, North Riding:
Saltimbanco – Hand to Hand, by Cirque du Soleil. March 9 to 19. Tickets R272 to R426 at Computicket.
Emperors Palace, 64 Jones Rd, Kempton Park, 011 928 1297/1213:
Theatre of Marcellus:
Combat, with Nataniël, who investigates and celebrates the uniform. Ends March 26. R135 to R330 at Computicket or the box office.
Foxwood Theatre, 13 Fifth St, Houghton, 011 486 0935:
A Teacher in the Bushveld, starring David Butler as Herman Charles Bosman, every Saturday at 8pm, R100. Dinner available from 6.30pm at R160 a person. Call above number to book.
Madame Zingara’s Theatre of Dreams, opposite the Protea Fie & Ice, Melrose Arch, 0861 623 263:
Love Magic Tour. Call as above, or e-mail [email protected]
See www.madamezingara.com
Old Mutual Theatre on the Square, Sandton, 011 883 8606 or 073 725 7381:
London Road, by Nicholas Spagnoletti, starring Robyn Scott and Ntombi Makhutshi. Ends March 19. R120, R80 students and seniors, at Strictly Tickets or box office.
Promusica Theatre, 100 Christiaan de Wet Rd, Florida Park, Roodepoort, 011 674 1356/7/8/9:
The Crucible by Arthur Miller. Monday to March 26. R80 adults, R60 children, (PG 13). Book with Queen or Nevolan as above or at Computicket.
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The Basement Theatre (Promusica Theatre), 100 Christiaan de Wet Rd, Florida Park, Roodepoort, 011 674 1357:
Cellar concerts with Marga and Company: Pille en Brille, by Henk Pretorius. March 27 and May 1 and 29 at 4pm. Marga van Rooy presents South African folk theatre. R80 to R90 at Computicket.
Dance Factory, 1 President St, Newtown Cultural Precinct, 011 833 1347:
Dance Umbrella 2011: Programme 6:
How Can I Show You? To whom Shall I Leave My Voice? choreographed by Bhayi and Holden, today at 7.30pm. Book at Computicket.
Dance Umbrella 2011: Programme 7:
Off Key, choreographed by Black, tomorrow and Thursday at 6.30pm. Book at Computicket.
Dance Space, No 1 President St, Newtown, 011 492 2033:
Dance Umbrella 2011 Masterclasses:
Malcolm Black – class unites disabled dancers with contemporary dance on Thursday at 10am;
Jamila Rodrigues – class is a mixture of release techniques, capoeira and break-dance styles on Thursday at 2pm;
Mamela Nyamza – focus is on technique and contemporary dance on Friday at 10am.
Booking for these free classes is essential; call Lerato at 011 492 2030. All attendees must have training in dance. For more info: 011 492 0709, or visit www.artslink.co.za/arts
Theatre on the Track, 4A Kyalami Boulevard Kyalami Business Park, Midrand Kyalami:
Benjamin Tyamzashe Tribute Concert, featuring South African and international luminaries spanning jazz, classical and choral music and introducing Harmonica Jazz Foundation. Friday and Saturday. Book at Computicket.
UJ Arts Centre, cnr Kingsway and University Rd, Auckland Park, 011 559 3058:
Dance Umbrella 2011: Programme 11:
Giselle (Redha) by Tshwane Dance Theatre. Friday and Saturday at 7.30pm. Book at Computicket.
Wits Theatre, cnr Jorissen and Station sts, Braamfontein, 011 717 1376:
Dance Umbrella 2011: Programme 5: Hotel choreographed by Mark Hawkins. Today at 8.30pm. book with Strictly Tickets.
Dance Umbrella 2011: Programme 8:
Russian and Chips choreographed by Cherice Mangiagalli, I Stumble Every Time by Jamila Rodriguez, and Right Inside by Munyani. Tomorrow and Thursday at 7.30pm.
Dance Umbrella 2011: Programme 13:
Fractured (Fana Tshabalala), Vumbi (Lucky Kele), Proximity, Loss and Having (Nicloa Elliott). Saturday at 8pm, Sunday at 2.30pm.
Wits Great Hall: 011 717 1376/[email protected].
WitsMusic lunch hour concerts, Wednesdays at 1.15pm, free: Tomorrow: MoZulu (guests).
March 9: Helen Vosloo flute (staff), Malcolm Nay piano, (staff), Carl Straussner, guitar (BMus III), Lauren W Harrison guitar (B Mus III).
Wits Downstairs Theatre, cnr Jorissen and Station Sts, Braamfontein:
Dance Umbrella: Programme 4:
?, choreographed by Lulu Mlangeni. Today at 7.30pm. Book at Strictly Tickets.
Dance Umbrella 2011: Programme 10:
Shift choreographed by Mamela Nyamza. Thursday and Friday at 8pm.
Dance Umbrella 2011: Programme 14:
Mirage (Thabiso Pule and Hind Benali). Saturday at 9pm, Sunday at 3.30pm.
The Atrium, SW Engineering Building, Wits East Campus, Braamfontein:
Paul Hanmer (piano) and Dave Reynolds (steelpan) in concert. Tomorrow at 7.30pm. R77 at Strictly Tickets, R55 (students, pensioners and staff), R80 at the door.
The Nunnery, Station St, East Campus, Braamfontein, 011 717 1372:
Dance Umbrella 2011:
Auf Der Suche Nach Tanz, documentary on German choreographer Pina Bausch. Today at 5.30pm, and another film about Bausch, Café Muller Fruhlingsopfer, on Thursday at 5.30pm. At both showings a talk will be given by Norbert Servos from Germany. Book at Strictly Tickets.
Dance Umbrella 2011: Programme 12:
Kind of Blue (Fanny Skura and Mbuso Kgarebe), Rampage (Kieron Jima). Saturday and Sunday at 1pm. Book at Strictly Tickets.
l Computicket: 083 915 8000 or computicket.com
l www.strictlytickets.com or 073 725 7381.
l For inclusion in Boardwalk on Tuesdays fax 012 328 7166, or e-mail clare.braun@ inl.co.za. The deadline is noon on the Friday preceding publication.