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Chris Brown is here for Mother Of All Parties – page 5
Get dirty at the Jeep Warrior Series – page 7 - Page 3
Glitz, glam and horse racing at the Durban July
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2 The Next 48hOURS www.48hours.co.za July 2016 The Next 48hOURS • What’s Hot The 2016 Ballito Pro Presented by Billabong now on at Willard Beach
op music, extreme sports and to three nights of musical entertain- * Catch the action daily from 8am to quality food are lined up for ment at the Five Star Ballito Pro free 5pm. the 2016 Ballito Pro Present- Music Concerts powered by 5FM, Visit theballitopro.com for more in- ed by Billabong. Perfect surf from Thursday to Saturday, July 2, formation. Tconditions, warmer winter days and where some of South Africa’s hottest a relaxed coastal vibe have been set- bands and artists - including Kwesta, ting the scene for another fantastic NastyC, Shortstraw, Desmond & the Ballito Pro, presented by Billabong Tutus, a host of 5FM DJ’s and many at Willard Beach, KwaDukuza, until more - will take to the Salt Rock Sunday, July 3. This year the an- beach stage. nual event has an even bigger and Crush Night Club will host the Bat- better line-up for holidaymakers and tle of the DJs, and the Five Star Bal- residents alike, with extreme sports, lito Pro Free Music Concerts’ Official cook-offs, a surf film premiere, beach After Parties. At Willard Beach there sports, top quality music and, of will be a number of events for all course, international-level surfing Michael Monk tearing it up on Day 5 of the Ballito Pro Presented ages. Children will be kept occupied sure to satisfy all tastes. by Billabong at Kiddies Corner with face painting, Billabong Team Rider and Big water balls, sandcastle building con- Wave surfer, Matt Bromley, is launch- tests and a Kiddies Beach dash. ing his new movie ‘Risky Business’. July 3. 30. Set within a jungle, visitors and For the older crowds, the Beach The surf film, shot by New Zealand The two will perform a range skaters will be transported to a sur- Festival offers beach soccer, Learn to filmmaker Guy Mac, focuses on of spectacular stunts on a specially real racetrack which will offer skaters Surf and volleyball. The Retail Area Bromley chasing down the wildest made rig consisting of ramps, walls, a new experience of technical racing will ensure visitors are kept enthralled and most beautiful waves in some steps and other death-defying ob- and spectators some non-stop enter- with daily live entertainment, daily of the world’s top surfing spots. In stacles. Monster’s mini skate ramps tainment along with music, food and fashion shows, dance displays, a food addition to the high level surfing ac- will also provide much enjoyment for drinks. The top prize is R2000 cash, court, cider garden, arts and crafts as tion taking place throughout, world young skate enthusiasts. Thrill-seek- as well as a host of Peg products. well as a number of other exhibitions ranked extreme motorcyclists, Bruce ers will be attracted to the Mamba Entrance is R30 for riders, R20 and stalls. Make sure you don’t miss and Brent le Riche, will be providing Skate Park, organised by the Peg Lu- for spectators with registrations at out on any of the non-stop action Kwesta will be entertaining some awe-inspiring sporting action nar Projects in collaboration with Red www.mambaskate.com. Visitors to taking place at this world-class holi- the crowd at the Salt Rock from Thursday, June 30, to Sunday, Bull, being held on Thursday, June this year’s festival can look forward day destination. beach stage “July Fever” hits Durban once again for Africa’s greatest horseracing spectacle
It is the annual outbreak of “July thoroughbreds storm down the home there is nothing better than to be at entertainment on the big screen and To ensure that your cure is com- Fever”, which makes its regular ap- straight to the finish of the R3,5 mil- the heart of the excitement, among take a bet in your own tote facilities. plete, get your bets on early. Watch- pearance in mid-April and grows in lion, Grade 1 Vodacom Durban July. the crowds who line the track; who The excitement of Vodacom Durban ing your fancy pass the winning post intensity as the days pass, becoming The cure is instantaneous, whether relax in the many restaurant facili- July Day is believed to surpass that of first in the country’s greatest race is a national epidemic and rejecting all you are among the 55000 people ties or enjoy the day as guests in the any other event on the African conti- the only remedy. known cures but one. who cram the confines of Greyville corporate suites and the numerous nent. With huge crowds expected on That cure will become available on Racecourse, or the millions of others venues in Greyville’s Marquee Village. course and millions of others around * The excitement is scheduled to the afternoon of the first Saturday of who will watch the annual spectacle Most facilities are booked out months the country taking serious bets or commence at 9am. July, the 2nd, at Greyville Racecourse on television. in advance but the “Sold Out” signs having their annual flutter, the totes Tickets priced at R220 per person can in Durban when South Africa’s best For maximum effect, however, should not deter those who have and bookmakers will be under tre- be booked at Computicket. failed to secure reservations. mendous pressure dealing with the Visit vodacomdurbanjuly.co.za for There will always be the casual estimated betting splurge of over more information. restaurants including Greyville’s pop- R200 million. ular al fresco area, “The Paddock”, in the main grandstand concourse and the popular Shorthead Restaurant on the first floor. A variety of packages are also available in hospitality ar- eas throughout Greyville Racecourse and these should be secured in ad- vance. For the more casual racegoer there will be bars and food vendors throughout the course serving a wide variety of meal options. The Red Carpet area will return to the event for the third year running. It is a public area situated on the golf course behind the main stage, where you can grab a bite to eat and some- Expect flamboyant displays of fashion thing to drink, watch the racing and All eyes will be on Greyville Racecourse on July 2 To advertise in The Next 48hOURS
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July 2016 www.48hours.co.za The Next 48hOURS 3 The Next 48hOURS • Whats On Festival of clay in Glenwood At the Playhouse in July
‘Addams Family’ of HIV/AIDS, this is the story of Musa pays tribute to oldest medium Playhouse Drama Theatre ‘Queen’ Njoko, an AIDS activist and Until July 3 one of South Africa’s most sought- Northcliff High presents the ‘Addams after gospel artists. n today’s tightly controlled mu- Family’ in which this crazy family are Tickets: R120. Pensioners & stu- seum environments, one doesn’t shocked when Wednesday Addams dents: R60 expect to come across shelves falls in love with a normal boy - an filled from floor to-ceiling and outsider. When the prospective in- Ethekwini Gospel Choir Live Record- Iwall-to-wall with closely packed laws are invited to an Addams Family ing ceramic pots and artefacts such as dinner, the results are hilarious. Playhouse Opera Theatre can be seen at the Phansi Museum Tickets: R40 to R80 30 July at 7pm in Glenwood, Durban. The Museum Book at Computicket. Tickets: R100 and R140 via Compu- houses one of the finest collections ticket of African and Zulu clay vessels in the ‘In My Own Voice – The Musical’ The Ethekwini Gospel Choir will re- country. The collection of clay figu- Playhouse Drama Theatre cord their debut CD and DVD live. rines, pots, and artefacts vary from July 21 to 24 small and fragile to large, elaborate A compelling story of hope, courage * Visit www.playhousecompany.com burnished, carved and embossed ce- and victory in spite of the challenges for more information. ramic vessels to rough, oversized jars and containers. The collection aims to appropriately signify the promi- The work ‘Nguni Cow’ by Phumlani Nyawo nence and importance of clay in the daily lives and rituals of a people who had a special engagement and connection with clay. ing exponent in South Africa of the shine and often feature very small The exhibition, entitled ‘Earth- Anglo-Oriental ceramic tradition and mouths and foot proportions. Water-Fire’ and on display until July has been referred to as a hands-on, Ntombi also incorporates bead- 30, celebrates the diversity and char- intuitive artist who is singularly in- work on her ceramics which requires acteristics of clay; the digging, the volved in every aspect of making a large amount of preparation and shaping and moulding, the decorat- the ceramic item; from digging his planning. Her work is featured in ing and the firing. Clay has often own clay in the Drakensberg Moun- numerous national collections and been referred to as the oldest me- tain to using sand for glazes from retails from a number of interna- dium and one of the few mentioned KwaXimba valley, water from a tional outlets. in the Bible (man is formed from spring in Nshongweni Kwazulu and To supplement the exhibition, a clay, according to the text) and as a firing in his three oil-fired kilns. In selection of historical hand-built, material that has created masses of 2013, he received a gold award at pit-fired vessels from the Phansi objects, both historical and archaeo- the Mungyeong Chasabal Festival in Museum’s permanent collection and logical. Korea. He has travelled to England, works by late Maggie Mikula are jux- The exhibition will also hon- Sweden, Germany, Singapore, Bang- taposed with a selection of contem- The Northcliff High cast of the ‘Addams Family’ our two prominent potters, Andrew kok, Hong Kong, Japan and Korea porary vessels created in the same Walford and Ntombi Nala. Although where he exhibited, taught, viewed genre by ceramic artists from Rorkes both artists reside in KwaZulu Na- and practised art. Drift, Clive Sithole, Phumlani Nyawo tal, they come from two very differ- Nala comes from a long line of and Frank Ntunya. ent worlds: Andrew from the rolling potters from the Nala family. She is Also included on the exhibition KickstArt presents a beloved foothills of Shongweni and Ntombi known for her very large clay vessels is a special collection of traditional from the rural area of Entumeni near that can take four to six weeks to Zulu clay toys and figurines. Eshowe. Yet, together they have suc- construct. Her vessels are smoked in family musical for the holidays ceeded in reaching the same heights a pit fire to blacken them and then * Entry is free. of virtuosity, aesthetic beauty and polished with oil. Her large bur- Phansi Museum is situated on 500 functionality in their work. nished vessels with intricate design Esther Roberts Road, Glenwood. KickstArt’s production of ‘Winnie the donkey Eeyore, and also directs this Walford is arguably the lead- are known for their extremely glossy Visit phansi.com. Pooh’ will be lightning up the holi- production. Set and costume design day season at the Elizabeth Sneddon is by Greg King. Theatre from June 30 until July 17. The cast is joined by an ensemble of ‘Winnie the Pooh’ is an enchant- talented children: Christopher Robin ing, episodic retelling of A.A. Milne’s is played jointly by Ivan Williams classic and widely loved stories of and Jake Savage. Alexander Beetle is Magic comes to Durban once again Christopher Robin and his love- Keryn Lynne Scott; the squirrels are able menagerie of colourful animal Grace McIlroy and Sarah Sparks and friends and their adventures in the the rabbits are Julia Sutton and Jor- The South African Magical Society Hundred Acre Wood. dyn Everett. (S.A.M.S.) will be hosting its annual Starring alongside Rowan Bartlett as KickstArt needs no introduction to showcase highlighting the best of the much-beloved bear, and Belinda regular theatregoers. The company Durban’s magical talent in July. Henwood as his nervous side-kick, has helmed such productions as The show, entitled ‘Magical May- Piglet, the cast includes Liesl Coppin ‘Cabaret’, ‘Sweeney Todd’ and ‘Little hem’, has many brand new facets as bossy but motherly Kanga, and Shop of Horrors’, generally to univer- for patrons to enjoy when it lands Luca Tarboton (Annie in KickstArt’s sal acclaim. at the Rhumbelow Theatre at Fri- 2014 production of ‘Annie’) as her day, July 29. The show’s producer, mischievous off-spring, Roo. Bryan * Performances will take place at Ricki Gray, already no stranger to Hiles plays Tigger, Roo’s bouncy 2.30pm from Tuesdays to Sundays, Durban audiences, explains that the partner in crime, and Nhlakanipho and at 7pm on Fridays. family friendly show is designed to Manqele plays all-knowing Owl, with Please note, no babes in arms, or attract audiences that have enjoyed Anthony Stonier as ever-efficient children under the age of three. previous shows hosted by S.A.M.S., Rabbit. Peter Court plays doleful Bookings are through Computicket. as well as attract new audiences. “There are many new surprises in store,” explains Gray. “For example, this year Roland Stansell, longtime The South African Magical Society is ready to entertain you member of the magical society, is hosting the show as Grand Panto Dame, Miss Direction.” The show will feature both close and personal. The venue opens 90 minutes before amateur and professional magi- The cast of over a dozen per- the show for picnics and patrons are cians and will include a variety of formers will be casting their “spell” welcome to take along food picnic magical acts, from illusions to cards over Durban audiences this July. baskets. Burgers, chips etc. will also and from mentalism to comedy. By be on sale. popular demand, once again, magi- * Performances will take place on Braais will be available should you cians will not only be performing on the following dates and times: wish to cook some meat. stage, but at the tables. This style of Book at Computicket at R140 per magic, called close-up or intimate • Friday, July 29, at 8pm ticket. magic, will allow audiences to expe- • Saturday, July 30, at 8pm The Rhumbelow Theatre is situated rience magic like never before - up • Sunday, July 31, at 2pm on Cunningham Ave off Bartle Rd. Catch up with A.A. Milne’s loveable cast of characters
4 The Next 48hOURS www.48hours.co.za July 2016 The Next 48hOURS • Entertainment Guide Mother Of All Parties line-up set to shut Durban down
ow in its 11th year, the Mother try success stories. Of All Parties, the annual clos- Supported by Arts & Culture, Durban ing party for the SA Music Tourism, media sponsors SABC1, and Conference, is stepping it up a SABC radio, SAMC hits Pietermaritzburg notchN this year. for the first time this year. With entry Having announced the involvement now free to attend the conference, the of multi-platinum-selling sensation Conference kicked off at the Winston Chris Brown, local promoters have also Churchill Hall in the city on Wednesday, confirmed the complete local line-up in June 29. The conference then moves addition to three international acts. on to Zorka Lounge on Florida Road in Talented American artist Tinashe will Durban on Thursday, July 30, and Fri- join the line-up for the concert, taking day, July 1. Registration is at 10am on all place in Durban on Saturday, July 2, at Conference days, and seats are reserved Growthpoint Kings Park Stadium. Hav- on a first-come first-served basis. ing started her career at the tender age of three, this American born performer Chris Brown * Ticket prices with Zimbabwean roots is no stranger to Golden Circle: R750 the entertainment industry. Tinashe is a General Access: R450 well-rounded performer who in addition • Super producer Anatii Mother of All Parties is expected to at- VIP Lounge packages: R1800 to her singing exploits, also models, acts, • Award winners Emtee and Fifi Cooper tract over 15000 concert revelers. VIP Package includes a fully staffed fa- produces and dances. The Mother Of All Parties serves as cility including dedicated waitresses, Also confirmed is the sultry Grammy DJ favourites the KOTW will also share the capper to the SA Music Conference, hostesses, bar staff and senior manage- award winning rapper and US actress the stage with Mabala Noise’s own Chy- the brainchild of the DJU - Vinny Da ment in addition to the following: Eve. naman, Du Boiz, Jay Spitter, DJ Bongz, Vinci, DJ Christos, DJ Fresh, DJ Oskido, The Guide The stellar list of handpicked local Ms Jones and L’Vovo. and Greg “The Maestro” Maloka. • On field VIP parking talent includes some of SA’s most rec- To add that old school flavor, the Like they have been doing in the last • VIP ticket with access to VIP lounge ognisable performers. The Dju Stage will Detroit hip hop outfit Slum Village have 12 years, the five iconic music industry area feature DJ’s Oskido, DJ Fresh, Vinny Da also been confirmed. brands - who are involved in the music • Private Chute entrance Vinci, Greg Maloka and Christos Katsaitis With the mixed house and hip hop industry in many spheres - have primed • VIP luxury lounge and décor and a number of local artists. star-studded line-up performing on the conference as a launch pad for em- • Private bespoke Cash bar facilities three different stages, The Mother Of All powered and informed new brands, with • Light Snacks and Platters The local line-up will be rounded out Parties promises to be the kind of event longevity in the SA music industry for • Private toilet and bathroom facilities by the following acts: that brings the city to a standstill. local artists being the intention of the Brought to SA by DJU in partnership organisers. Well known acts like Black For bookings, consult Computicket. To list an event, • BET nominated rapper Cassper Nyovest with Mabala Noise Entertainment and Coffee, DJ Shimza, Culoe De Song, TJ Visit www.moap.co.za for more informa- email: • ‘Leader of the New School’, Riky Rick Back To The Oldskool in association with Tira, Heavy K have benefitted from the tion. [email protected] • Zakwe Channel O and the City of Durban, the Conference in the past to become indus-
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Addams Family Winnie the Pooh Magic Mayhem her work at Woza Moya this the biggest and finest collec- The Litchi Orchard. Off Sea- 8 Morrsion Street, Durban. Wednesday, the only Adam AA Milne’s classic children’s The South African Magical month. tions of African and Zulu clay forth Road, Umhlali. (Tel) (Tel) 082-466-5722 daughter, falls in love with a story comes to life with cos- Society will host their annual 1 – 18 Jul @ 8am pots in the country. The festi- 032-525-5118 normal boy and the Addams tume and set by Greg King. showcase this month high- Free val forms part of the festival of Karkloof Famers Market family decide to invite their Directed by Peter Court. lighting the best of Durban’s Woza Moya Gallery. 237 Old clay which includes work- Christmas in July! The market is a great spot to prospective in-laws over for Until 17 Jul @ 2:30pm magic talent. Main Road, Bothas Hill. (Tel) shops and demonstrations. This is a one day market with get all your fresh produce dinner. Look forward to a R120 – R180 29 – 31 Jul @ 8pm (Fri – Sat), 031-765-5866 Until 30 July @ 9am more than 90 exhibitors, a which is sourced from pro- good laugh! Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre. 2pm (Sun) Free food court and kids play area. ducers in the KZN midlands 1-3 Jul @ 7:30pm Mazisi Kunene Road, How- R140 Muzi Ndlela Phansi Museum. 500 Esther All taking place in the DLI area. You can also enjoy R40 – R80 ard College Campus. (Tel) Rhumbelow Theatre. 42 Cun- Self Taught artist who hails Roberts Road, Glenwood. complex in Greyville. Grab breakfast and great premium The Playhouse Company. 031-260-2296 ningham Road, Umbilo.(Tel) from the KZN Midlands will (Tel) 031-206-2889 some gifts early! coffee here. For the kids there 231 Anton Lambede Street, 031-205-7602 showcase his latest body of 17 Jul @ 9a is a jungle gym, sand pit and CBD. (Tel) 031-369-9596 Sweetie Darling work which challenges the Durban Art Gallery R31.50 pony rides. A romantic comedy about a Mo Magic viewer to question the differ- Now in its 2nd century of exis- DLI Hall. 5 DLI Avenue, Every Saturday @ 7am Lahnees Pleasure young man who wants to With his James Bond Looks ence between ‘Identity and tence, the Durban Art Gallery Greyville. (Tel) 031-309-4238 Free Local comedy based on the prove himself. His story is and sharp wit he has steadily Belief’. is home to a diverse collec- Karkloof Farmers Market. On story of farmer’s daughter about the ups and downs on earned his spot as one of 1 – 24 Jul @ 9am tion of pieces from eThekwini. Essenwood Craft Market Karkloof Road, 2.6km from that decides to run off with a his journey to happiness. South Africa’s best magi- Free They are constantly rotating Just a short distance from Howick. (Tel) 082-851-8649 local farm boy. Look forward 19 – 24 Jul @ 7:30pm cians. He performs magic, Tatham Art Gallery. 177 Chief displays and exhibit contem- Musgrave Centre is this inter- to comedy and drama as the R50 mentalism and more in his Albert Luthuli Street, Pieter- porary and historic pieces. esting spot. Pick up collect- Car boot & 2nd hand clothing tale unfolds. The Playhouse Theatre. 231 latest stage show. maritzburg. (Tel) 033-392- 8:30am (Mon – Sat), 11am ables and little treasures, arts market 1 – 3 Jul @ 8pm (Fri), 5pm & Anton Lambede Street, CBD. 29 – 31 Jul @ 8pm (Fri – Sat), 2800 (Sun) and crafts or just relax in the This is one of Durban’s big- 8pm (Sat), 6pm (Sun) / R140 (Tel) 031-369-9596 4pm (Sun) Free tea garden. gest weekly flea markets. iZulu Theatre. 1 Sibaya Drive, R100 –R140 Taking Pause Durban Art Gallery. 2nf Florr, Saturday @ 9am Here you will find a host of Umhlanga. Bad Habits iZulu Theatre. 1 Sibaya Drive, Featured artist is Grace Ko- City Hall on Anton Lambede Free items from beds and bicycles (Tel) 031-580-5000 Comedy and Drag based Umhlanga. (Tel) 031-580- tze and the exhibition will also Street. (Tel) 031-311-2264 Berea Park. Essenwood to plants, tools and even cos- show about ‘The Sisters’ try- 5000 include works from Carl Rob- Road, Berea. (Tel) 031-208- metics. It is the only market Total Thethaars ing to raise funds for the erts and Peter Wink. Elizabeth Gordon Gallery 1264 where you can also sell sec- Amazing costumes, choreog- Priest’s big finale. Look for- NewAge Ink Expo Festival 1 – 16 Jul @ 10am The gallery displays fine art of ond hand clothing. raphy, dance and drama ward to a good laugh. The programme consists of Free renowned and emerging Farmers Market Pietermaritz- Sundays make for a really enjoyable 22 – 24 Jul @ 8pm (Fri-Sat), performing arts, live art cre- Longmynd Art gallery. 24 Old South African talents, hosting burg @ 9am Bollywood experience. 2pm & 6:30pm (Sun) ations, traditional dance per- Main Road, Hillcrest. (Tel) exhibitions and providing ad- Open every Saturday and is Free (Sellers pay R70) 15 – 16 Jul @ 2pm & 7:30pm R140 formance from upcoming lo- 031-765-3850 vice to clients. very popular for Baked First Avenue, opposite the (Fri), 8pm (Sat) Rhumbelow Theatre. 42 Cun- cal artists. Mon – Fri @ 9am goods, Dairy products and Standard Bank, Greyville. R50 ningham Road, Berea. (Tel) 30 Jul @ 12:30pm Art in the Valley Free plants. Just over 58 stalls and (Tel) 031-209-4751 or 083- iZulu Theatre. 1 Sibaya Drive, 031-205-7602 R50 The 3rd annual Art in the Val- 120 Florida Road, Durban. it takes place in the Botanical 300-2999 Umhlanga. (Tel) 031-580- Kwa-Mashu TV Fan Park. ley exhibition will take place (Tel) 031-303-8133 Gardens too. 5000 Stand Up and Dance Cnr of Linda Nzama and Bhe- this month. Get to see work Every Saturday @ 6am The Stables Lifestyle Market The Hilarious comedy fea- jane Road. (Tel) 0861-915- from local artists and get to Markets Free A pet friendly family market Little Riding Hood tures a mix of local favorites 8000 experience the outer west of 2 Swartkops Road, Prestbury. that offers a unique shopping Look forward to the classic and line up of popular local Durban. Litchi Orchard Market (Tel) 033-345-4656 experience. It is a Durban childrens story told with a bit faces of comedy. The bill in- ART 9 – 10 Jul 9am Find food, arts and crafts, icon offering visitors a chance of a twist because Red is cludes: Murugan, Neville Pil- Free music and art at this spacious Slow Saturdays Market to experience various cul- from a magical land called lay and Annalakshmi. Crochet Extravaganza Macnut Farm Wedding and market. There is emphasis on Slow down and enjoy a vari- tures in one space. ‘Westville’. 22 – 23 Jul @ 8pm (Fri-Sat), Bongiwe is a domestic worker Function Venue. 13 Lello Fresh, Seasonal and Sustain- ety of slow cooked foods. The 6pm (Wed), 6pm (Fri), 10am Until 16 Jul @ 10am & 2pm 3pm (Sun) by day and a crochet wiz by Road, Asswagay, Hillcrest. ably Produced goods. Market emphasis is on ‘made from (Sun) R70 R130 night. She absolutely loves to (Tel) 031-765-2572 only on the second Saturday scratch’ and food that is thor- Free Rhumbelow Theatre. 42 Cun- Sunzone, Suncoast. Sun- crotchet making everything on July. oughly prepared. 9 Jaco Jackson Drive, ningham Road, Berea. (Tel) coast Boulevard, North from blankets to animals and Earth, Water and Clay 9 Jul @ 9am Every Saturday @ 10am Durban. 031-205-7602 Beach. (Tel) 031-328-3000 baby toys. She is exhibiting This museum houses one of Free Free (Tel) 031-312-3058
July 2016 www.48hours.co.za The Next 48hOURS 5 The Next 48hOURS • Entertainment Guide Barnyard to celebrate ‘Six Of The Best’ Crème de la crème of hip hop musical legends talent for GoodSundae
The Barnyard Theatre at Gateway oodSundae is a lifestyle events entertaining 1000 exclusive are prepping to bring Durban audi- event aimed at up and com- party-goers. ences “a tribute to surpass all trib- ing “Black Diamonds”. This The brain-child of local hip-hop utes”, as they celebrate the music of hip hop event, taking place DJs Benny Maverick and DJ Feel the six greatest pop and rock icons Gat Peoples Park East, Moses Mabhida of Red Key Concepts, GoodSundae of all time in ‘Six Of The Best’, from Stadium on Sunday, July 3 at 2pm, events takes place in various outdoor July 12 to August 28. is for those between the ages of 18 venues in and around Durban and Picture a concert featuring Fred- and 35 and includes students, young Jozi throughout the year and allows die Mercury, Jon Bon Jovi, Meat- professionals, those with high dispos- music lovers to enjoy the best of local loaf, Billy Joel, Pink and Cher all able incomes, the aspirational, the and international talent in a relaxed on one stage, in one show, sing- cultured, the inquisitive, the youthful and luxurious setting. ing their number one hits from the and the tech savvy. Artists confirmed for Sunday’s last four decades. These artists have GoodSundae creates a daytime performance are Cassper Nyovest, dominated the charts to such a de- experience at premium venues away Black Coffee, Ricky Rick and Kwesta. gree and made such an impact on from the club scene and attracts The Support Acts are Benny Maver- the music industry that The Barn- South Africa’s biggest trendsetters in ick, DJ Feel, Major League, Prince yard decided that it was necessary the KZN Urban Market. They come Kaybee and DJ Sliqe. to stage a special tribute to them. to do what they love: to see and be The Barnyard has become syn- seen. * Bookings are through Computicket, onymous with their send-offs, and Each GoodSundae event has en- with tickets for the VIP area priced at the show features a ten-piece cast tertained a capacity crowd of around R270, and General Area tickets going who make their way through a rep- 3000 people, with certain highlight for R170. ertoire that was made in rock ‘n roll heaven. Picture Meatloaf challenging the Relive the sounds of rock & pop royalty vocal ability of Freddie, who in turn has to compete with Bon Jovi and you have an idea of what to expect with the production. Then there is mian Rhapsody’, ‘A Kind Of Magic’ * Tickets are R155 per person from the power and beauty of Pink, the and ‘We Are The Champions’; Bon Wednesday to Saturday, with dis- soulfulness of Billy, and of course Jovi’s rock numbers ‘You Give Love counted specials of R120 per per- the flamboyance and decadence of A Bad Name’, ‘Bed Of Roses’ and son every Tuesday night and R110 Cher. ‘Six Of The Best is about the ‘Bad Medicine’; Meatloaf’s larger- per person for the Sunday matinee showmanship, the charisma and the than-life ‘I’d Do Anything For Love’ show. music of these performers that all and ‘It’s All Coming Back To Me For bookings and enquiries, call The “comes together in one big concert Now’; Billy Joel’s piano ballads ‘Pi- Barnyard Theatre on 031 566 3045; that will blow your mind,” in the ano Man’, ‘New York State Of Mind’ or visit www.barnyard.durban. words of the production team. and ‘Honesty’; Cher’s women-power For more information, send an Fans can expect to hear their fa- hits ‘Believe’ and ‘Strong Enough;’ email to gateway@barnyardthe- vourites from these six artists. Think and Pink’s party tracks ‘Just Like A atres.co.za; or visit www.facebook. DJ Black Coffee will be in the house of Freddie Mercury’s anthems ‘Bohe- Pill’ and ‘Raise Your Glass’. com/gatewaybarnyard.
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Shongweni Farmers and Craft ter Ntuli Road. (Tel) 083-629- R5799 Totalsports Womens Race Darling Cup Champions Fan 2 & 3 Jul @ 10am (Sat), spread the love through their Market 7799 Sugar Bay Resort. 21 Nkwazi Lace up you running shoes Park 12pm (Sun) compilation of love songs and Established in 1998, the mar- Drive, Zinkwazi Beach. (Tel) and become part of the fight Public viewing area and fan R100 – R300 musical comedy. ket started with just 12 stalls Bikers Paradise Marquee 2016 032-485-3778 against Cancer with this park for the Soweto Derby. King Zwelithini Stadium. Off 10 Jul @ 2pm & 6:30pm selling fresh produce. It has Biking, fashion and great en- event. Run, walk and enjoy Look forward to live entertain- Mangosuthu Highway, Um- R70 – R140 now grown to more than 150 tertainment makes for a Sat- KZN Travel and Adventure Show the day. Registration days are ment on the day as well. lazi. (Tel) 0861-915-8000 Rhumbelow Theatre, PMB. 5 stalls boasting a variety of of- urday like no other at the Dur- Planning that next holiday? 15 and 16 July via ‘total- 30 Jul @ 12pm Alan Paton Avenue, Pieter- ferings including biltong, ban July. Looking for hidden gems? sportswomensrace.com’. R50 Levitate maritzburg. (Tel) 082-499- fresh food and more. Dogs 2 Jul @ 9am With over 80 suppliers show- 17 Jul @ 8am Kingsmead Stadium. 2 Upcoming local artists get a 8636 are welcome. R2700 casing their packages and in- R60 – R100 Kingsmead Way, CBD. (Tel) chance to show off their latest Saturdays @ 6:30am till Greyville Racecourse. 150 formation, you are bound to Berea Rovers. 73 Jacko 031-335-4200 work in Hip Hop, House, Rap, The Johnny Cash Tribute 10:30am Avondale Road, Greyville. find a reason to head off on a Jackson Road, Morningside. Electronic ucis and more. Rob Warren and his band Free (Tel) 0861-915-8000 new adventure. (Tel) 031-312-6154 Music 9 Jul @ 2pm play tribute to Johnny Cash, Shongweni Market. Cnr Alve- 8 – 10 Jul @ 10am R50 look forward to hearing clas- stone and Kassier Roads, Fact Durban Rocks R85 Duma Rally 1 Hit Wonders Durban South Training Cen- sics like ‘The Ring of Fire’, Shongweni. (Tel) 083-777- This is going to be ‘thee after Durban Exhibition Centre. 45 This annual event is present- Since the birth of Rock and tre. 112 Phila Ndwandwe ‘Boy Named Sue’ and more. 1674 party’ to be at. Line up in- Bram Fischer Road, CBD. ed by the HOG Durban Chap- Roll, there have been various Road, Isipingo. (Tel) 061-645- 10 Jul @ 2pm & 6:30pm cludes: Mi Casa, Black Cof- (Tel) 082-378-0279 ter in partnership with Harley artists that released just one 7034 R70 – R140 Events fee, Tbo Touch and Big Nuz. Davidson, Durban and cele- hit song and then disap- Rhumbelow Theatre. 42 Cun- 2 Jul @ 6pm Karkloof – Lipizzaner brates ‘Bikes in the Berg’ peared. This show pays trib- Dave Starke and Jaran Lienig ningham Road, Berea. (Tel) Dora the Explorer: LIVE R200 – R1800 This is a great show for the where riders can experience ute to those artists from the 2 hour music show featuring 031-205-7602 Dora lands in Durban this Moses Mahbida Stadium. 44 entire family. Watch as the the majestic roads leading to 60’s to present day. two local musicians in an un- July with her friends Boots Isaiah Ntshangase Road, trained stallions gallop in se- the resort. 1 – 10 Jul @ 8pm (Tue – Sun) plugged LIVE show format. Six of the best! and Diego. Don’t miss out on CBD. (Tel) 0861-915-8000 quence and display their 22 – 24 Jul R110 – R155 9 Jul @ 3pm Tribute to 6 of the biggest pop the opportunity to meet her skills. R2495 – R3390 Barnyard Theatre, Gateway. Free icons of all time: Cher, Fred- too, limited to 100 tickets only. The 2016 Ballito Pro 9 Jul @ 10:30am Drakensberg Gardens Golf 1 Palm Boulevard, Umhlan- Blue Dolphin Bar. 175 Snell die Mercury, Bill Joel, Bon 1 – 3 Jul @ 10am, 2pm, 6pm This annual event promises R150 and Spa Resort. Off R617, ga. (Tel) 031-566-3045 Parade, Marine Parade. (Tel) Jovi, Pink and Meat Loaf. R185 – R325 to be bigger and better. Look Karkloof Country Club. On Southern Drakensberg. (Tel) 031-327-7000 Features a 11 piece cast and Durban International Conven- forward to extreme sports, Rietvlei Road, 12km outside 033-701-1355 Jack Daniels South City live band. tion Centre. 45 Bram Fischer cook-offs, music and great of Howick. (Tel) 0861-915- Exclusive VIP experience at We Love ABBA 12 Jul – 28 Aug @ 8pm (Tue Road, CBD. (Tel) 031-360- surfing. 8000 SA on Tap: Craft Beer and Mu- the Durban July with live acts Cat Simoni and Paul Spence – Fri) 1000 Until 3 Jul @ 8am sic Festival including Mi Casa, Black Cof- join forces to deliver a show R70 – R155 R20 Horse and Wine Festival Featuring just over 180 hand fee, K.O and DJ Speedsta. packed with ABBA classics Barnyard Theatre, Gateway. Brian Boswells Circus Willard Beach. Kude Road, Enjoy a fun day out at Shon- selected South African 2 Jul @ 11am and antics. Enjoy a three 1 Palm Boulevard, Umhlan- This is definitely one of those Ballito. (Tel) 083-653-1720 gweni Club with the family. Brews, Ciders, Whiskeys and R490 – R2750 course meal while watching ga. (Tel) 031-566-3045 authentic circus experiences Get to see Equestrian Sports, Wines. Live music on the day Greyville Racecourse. 150 the show too! complete with Clowns, Ani- Sugar Bay Holiday Camp Canine demonstrations and will include: Gangs of Ballet, Avondale Road, Greyville. 9 Jul @ 6:30pm All of Me mals, tight rope walkers, tra- An event just for kids consist- off course lots of kids activi- Majozi, Jaryd Smith and Bad (Tel) 0861-915-8000 R220 After 33 years, Melanie re- peze artists, acrobats and so ing of a week long adventure ties for little ones. Peter. Barbz Cozy Country Café. turns to the stage for her first much more. with a variety of fun activities 9 Jul @ 10am / Free 30 Jul @ 10am Ekasi July Nottingham Road, The Junc- solo show. Listen to her 1 Jul – 9 Aug @ 7:30pm (Tue to enjoy. Meals, Snacks, ac- Durban Shongweni Club. Cnr R125 The party will feature: Lvovo tion. (Tel) 033-266-6773 songs from the 40’s to pres- –Sat), 2pm & 5pm (Sun) commodation and 24 hour Cliffdale & Kassier Roads, Moses Mabhida Stadium. 44 Derrango, DJ Bongs, Du ent mixed with a bit of cabaret R80 – R140 supervision. Outer West Durban. (Tel) Isaiah Ntshangase Road, Boiz, DJ Chynaman, Ms Let there be love and musical theatre. Cnr Sandile Tusi and Sylves- 3 – 10 Jul @ 3pm (Drop off) 031-768-1251 CBD. (Tel) 011-022-0426 Jones and Riky Rick. The ‘Gee Jays’ are back to 15 – 17 Jul @ 8pm (Fri – Sat),
6 The Next 48hOURS www.48hours.co.za July 2016 The Next 48hOURS • Entertainment Guide Prepare to get muddy as Jeep On at Suncoast Casino this July
Warrior Series comes to KZN Open Air Salsa Ever wanted to master fun and en- events entertaining 1000 exclusive South Africa’s largest, toughest newbies. ergetic Salsa? Join in the fun and party-goers. and muddiest obstacle course race Up a level is Warrior Commando, exciting Open Air Salsa dance class- The brain-child of local hip-hop is coming to KwaZulu-Natal. Jeep which is fairly challenging, with a es that take place at Suncoast for DJs Benny Maverick and DJ Feel Warrior #4 of the Jeep Warrior Se- 10km course with 20 fairly tough some afternoon fun. Learn how to of Red Key Concepts, GoodSundae ries will be taking place at the Sugar obstacles. This event is labelled as dance the Salsa, Kizomba, Bachata events takes place in various outdoor Rush Adventure Park in Ballito from the ultimate team-building experi- and Rueda. Hosted by the Red Salsa venues in and around Durban and July 16 to 17. ence. Team, these monthly classes are sure Jozi throughout the year and allows Everyone is invited to take part Jeep Warrior Black Ops is the to perk you up during winter. No music lovers to enjoy the best of local in this epic obstacle course event – toughest of the challenges, present- previous dance experience or dance and international talent in a relaxed all you need is a pair of old running ing an 18 to 20km course with 30 partner needed. and luxurious setting. shoes and a sense of adventure be- tough obstacles. This event meets Date: Saturday, July 16 Artists confirmed for Sunday’scause you are going to get muddy. World-OCR racing standards and Time: 3pm performance are Cassper Nyovest, There will be four courses on of- attracts South Africa’s top OCR ath- Venue: Suncoast Amphitheatre Black Coffee, Ricky Rick and Kwesta. fer that vary in intensity, catering to letes. Entrance: FREE The Support Acts are Benny Maver- all fitness levels. So get your family and friends to- Bronwyn Reilly and Janine Heitmann, seen at the last Open Air ick, DJ Feel, Major League, Prince For kids, there is the eight ob- gether, create a team, and challenge ‘Stand Up And Dance’ Salsa dance sessions Kaybee and DJ Sliqe. stacles over 1km Warrior Bratz Race. them to #BeBrave at Jeep Warrior #4 ‘Stand Up And Dance’ is Back by Parents can accompany their chil- Sugar Rush. popular demand. Be prepared for a * Bookings are through Computicket, dren, but can’t compete in this event. Bollywood dance spectacular by the best and well-seasoned comedians Tinman Triathlon with tickets for the VIP area priced at For beginners, there is the Warrior * To enter, visit www.warrior.co.za/ Leona Dean Dancers. – the likes of Neville Pillay, Anasia The TinMan Triathlon is a fast paced R270, and General Area tickets going Rookie Race (6 - 8km with 15 ob- events/2016-jeep-warrior4. Get ready to dance in the aisles Govender, Sagie and Muthu Muru- action packed triathlon and running for R170. stacles). Rookie is all about fun and Parking: 3000 cars and have faces aching with laugh- gan, alongside dancing queen Leona event that caters for athletes from comradery. It is the shortest distance Facilities: Food and beer tents, park- ter. The production promises to be Dean and her dancers. all walks of life. The four events will with semi-challenging obstacles for ing, secure lockers and a shower zone a hilarious and entertaining evening Sagie Murugan tackles stereo- put top notch triathlon professionals of dance and stand-up comedy. The types and narrates hilarious tales. racking their bikes next to newbie show features some of South Africa’s ‘Top Dan’ – also known as Neville Triathletes, all in the name of fun Pillay – is a host on Lotus FM, and and keeping it real. recognised for his offbeat twisted Date: Sunday, July 24 tunes, humorous scam calls and Time: 7am general mayhem on air. Venue: SUNdeck Anasia Govender, aka ‘Annalak- Entrance Fee: R70 to R550 shmi’, is a woman of many talents. She is a singer and comedian, with Sunday Beats: Renae Soobiah Trio her comedy shows built around her Looking for that cool spot to hang quirky and humours character, An- out on a Sunday? It does not get nalakshmi. cooler than Sunday Beats, which Leona Dean is popularly known takes place at Suncoast from 2pm as the dancing queen or queen of at the Amphitheatre. You can catch bhangra. She, along with her bunch the catchy R&B sounds of local band of exuberant dancers, will bring the the Renae Soobiah Trio, packed with stage to life with Indian-inspired lots of spunk and jams that will get dance. you grooving to the beat. Date: Friday to Sunday, July 22 to Date: Sunday, July 31 24 Time: 2pm Time: 10pm on Friday and Saturday, Venue: Suncoast Amphitheatre 3pm on Sunday Entrance Fee: FREE ‘Stand Up And Dance’ prom- Venue: Suncoast SUNzone There will be four courses, catering to all fitness levels ises to wow Entrance fee: R130
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2pm (Sun) artists. Afternoon Tea 114 Snell Parade, North tour to get a closer look at this by Alan as a young boy grow- train which goes through the R70 – R140 23 Jul @ 6pm Tuck into some delicious tid- Beach. (Tel) 031-337-7892 spectacle. ing up in Durban. 800 birds valley of 1000 hills. The train Rhumbelow Theatre. 42 Cun- Free bits and tea at Skabenga Open daily @ 7am from 200 species. operates twice a month , ningham Road, Berea. (Tel) Blue Dolphin Bar. 175 Snell (which means ‘Hooligan’ in Mitchell Park Zoo R220 Open Daily @ 9am which is the first and last Sun- 031-205-7602 Parade, Marine Parade. (Tel) Zulu). Parents and kids can explore 1 King Shaka Avenue, Point, R30 – R50 days. 031-327-7000 Open Daily @ 2:30pm the grounds and find croco- Durban. (Tel) 086-100-1138 490 Riverside Road, Durban Open on 3 Jul & 31 Jul @ Old Mutual Music at the Lake! R290 pp diles, buck, meerkats, cranes, North. (Tel) 031-579-4600 8:30am Get ready for a ‘Blues Rock’ MTN Joyous Celebration 20 Oyster Box. 2 Lighthouse flamingoes, monkeys and so Little Gujarat R140 – R200 theme concert with Albert MTN Joyous Celebration, Road, Umhlanga Rocks. (Tel) much more. Or relax and Find authentic and affordable Ushaka Wet ‘n Wild Kloof Station (Stokers Arms). Frost and Dan Patlansky on one of South Africa’s most 031-514-5000 have tea at the Blue Zoo Tea Indian food here. Offering in- A fresh water world complete Railway Street, Pinetown. the lineup. Both are highly ac- loved Gospel ensembles cel- Garden. cludes: Samoosas, Bunny with lazy river and tubes, wa- (Tel) 031-764-6706 complished artists, definitely ebrates 20 years of perfor- Afro Chicken Open daily @ 8am Chows, Pakoras, Roti, Pick- ter slides and pools. Safe a show not to be missed. mance this month. If you are in the South Beach R7– R10 les and a whole lot more. lockers, food shops and pic- Durban Botanical Gardens 17 Jul @ 1pm 29 – 30 Jul @ 8pm (Fri) & area, make sure you check 10 Ferndale Road, Morning- Strictly vegetarian. nic spots also available. The Durban Botanic Gardens R140 – R160 7:30pm (Sat) out his unique takeaway. side. (Tel) 031-303-2275 Open daily @ 8:30am Wed – Fri @ 10am & Sat – is Africa’s Oldest surviving Durban Botanic Gardens. 9A R200 – R400 They serve simple yet deli- 43 Prince Edward Street, Sun @ 9am Botanic Garden and boasts John Zikhale Road, Greyville. Durban International Conven- cious chicken and chips The Bike and Bean CBD. (Tel) 031-305-3148 R122 the rarest collection of cy- (Tel) 031-309-1170 tion Centre. 45 Bram Fischer which comes in Chilli or Lem- Hire a bicycle, rollerblades, Ushaka Marine World. 1 King cad’s in the world Road, CBD. (Tel) 031-360- on flavours and are a hit with skateboard or if you brave House of Curries Shaka Avenue, Point, Dur- Opens Daily @ 7:30am In my own voice 1000 beach goers. enough a tandem bike. Grab They have been serving up ban. (Tel) 031-328-8000/8090 9A John Zikhale Road, Dur- AIDS activist and Gospel art- Open Daily @ 7am fresh espresso at the coffee the most delicious curries in ban. (Tel) 031-322-4021 ist Musa Njoka will sharing Mali Zulu R25 – R100 shop before hitting the beach- this upmarket area since KZN Science Centre her story of courage and vic- Mali made to the top 31 on SA 2 O.R Tambo Parade, South front on your new hired 1999 and has become a must An exciting space for kids to KwaMuhle Museum tory through song. Don’t miss Idols and was selected to Beach. wheels. if you visiting the Florida learn the laws or physics This building was once the it! sing in the Northern KZN Na- Open Daily @ 6am Road strip. Find the largest through play and activities. ‘Native Administration’ De- 21 – 24 Jul @ 7pm (Thur – tal Youth Choir. Music is in his Mini Town R50 – R100 chip and cheese roti here! There are also interactive sci- partment and is now a post Sat), 3pm (Sun) veins and he is currently This is easily one of Durbans 290 Snell Parade, Durban Open Daily @ 10am ence workshops and plane- apartheid museum. Inside R120 working on his first Album. most well known tourist at- Beachfront. (Tel) 081-232- 275 Florida Road, Morning- tarium shows. you will find photographs and Playhouse Opera Theatre. Get to see him Live and un- tractions which features Dur- 7576 side. (Tel) 031-303-6076 Open Daily @ 9am / R30 artifacts documenting Dur- 231 Anton Lambede Street. plugged! bans landmarks in 1:24th Gateway Shopping Centre. ban’s apartheid history and its (Tel) 031-369-9555 30 Jul @ 6pm scale. It has a working rail Sardine Run Umgeni River Bird Park Shop E51 Upper Level, Umh- search as a city for a new Free network, working harbor and July is the month of the Sar- The Umgeni River Bird Park langa Ridge, North Coast. identity. Ross Charles and The Dead Blue Dolphin Bar. 175 Snell so much more. Well worth a dine run, where billions of was designed and built by Dr (Tel) 031-566-8040 Open Daily @ 8:30am Trends Parade, Marine Parade. (Tel) visit. these little fish travel along Alan Abrey. It is situated in an Free 2 hour Unplugged LIVE con- 031-327-7000 Open Daily @ 9:30am the coast, attracting whales old quarry site which used to Steam Train Rides 130 Bram Fischer Road, cert featuring 2 local Rock R15 and dolphins. Take a kayak contain water and was visited Hop aboard a working steam CBD. (Tel) 031-311-2237
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know the shy, diminutive waitress better REVIEW OF THE MONTH - despite the facts that he is still mourn- ing the death of his family and that Tiny FILM: THE ENDLESS RIVER is married to a gangster. CAST: CRYSTAL-DONNA ROBERTS, NICOLAS Though they come from vastly differ- DUVAUCHELLE, DARREN KELFKENS, DENISE ent worlds, grief finds a common ground NEWMAN, CLAYTON EVERTSON here and the two link up - but as the DIRECTOR: OLIVER HERMANUS story unspools there is a persistent sense REVIEWER: PETER FELDMAN of deep foreboding to the relationship. Release Date: 1 JuLy ‘The Endless River’ does attempt to raise some pertinent moral issues, but it
1 2 3 4 5 wallows so relentlessly in gloom that it becomes a challenge to care about what Nicolas Duvauchelle and Crystal-Donna Roberts in ‘The Endless River’ happens to its characters. It meanders on liver Hermanus is a prominent and even when the prospect of revenge South African filmmaker with rears its ugly head, there is no build-up an art-house style that concen- the storytelling process. more frustrated by the day as the case of tension. trates on depicting visual beauty The film, set in Riviersonderend, a seems to have ground to a halt, though The acting, for the most part, is pe- Oand atmosphere. A pity, though, that his small town in the Western Cape, is struc- all indications are that a local gang was destrian, though it must be said that the script lacks real substance and his char- tured to represent three different “chap- responsible for the rape and murder of always reliable Denis Newman shines in acters are somewhat under developed ters”, each one named after the three key Gilles’ wife and the death of his two sons. her smallish role and Crystal-Donna Rob- entities. characters. The languid Groenewald, who has erts effects her spiritual transformation ‘The Endless River’, his third cinematic There is Percy (Clayton Evertson), a seen it all, notes that nothing was taken well. Movies offering, is a visually appealing enterprise. tough criminal who has just been re- during this home invasion and believes We all know that violence has be- This has a lot to do with Chris Lotz’s skil- leased from a four-year stint in prison the crime was a gang initiation rite. come endemic in South Africa and nu- ful cinematography, which captures the for a gang-related crime. Then there is The relationship between Percy and merous indigenous films have managed IN JULY striking Western Cape landscape and the his somewhat fretful and abused wife Tiny is strained to say the least. Percy to convey this alarming malaise in our various characters who inhabit it. Tiny (Crystal-Donna Roberts), who is a is moody, tense and uncommunicative, society. Here Hermanus depicts the rape The production is punctuated with waitress at a local restaurant. The third much to the chagrin of his sympathetic and murder of Gilles’ wife in chilling, but interminably long pauses and a paucity character is recent arrival, a Frenchman mother Mona (Denise Newman). He still prolonged detail, all executed to the ac- of dialogue, giving viewers the feeling named Gilles (Nicolas Duvauchelle with has ties to the local gang, and while companiment of Braam Du Toit’s strident that he is attempting to milk each scene a funny accent), whose family have been Groenewald knows the gang members musical score. This overstated, melodra- for maximum atmospheric effect. This brutally murdered on their nearby farm. were responsible for the crime, he has no matic scene tended to leave this reviewer approach is slow and laboured at times, The local police, headed by a dour evidence to prove it. He is biding his time. unsympathetic to the director’s intention. with Hermanus, no doubt, hoping that Afrikaner named Groenewald (Darren Meanwhile, Gilles, who visits the res- Overall, the film’s commentary on the facial expressions, and continuous Kelfens), are doing very little about it. It taurant on a regular basis, has taken a South Africa offers few fresh insights and close-ups, of his characters will help in is no surprise then that Gilles is getting liking to Tiny and is determined to get to falls short as a realistic drama.
FILM: THE BFG her London orphanage. While all the big and at least twice as scary, and CAST: Mark Rylance, Ruby Barnhill, other girls in the dormitory dream have been known to eat humans, but Bill Hader, Rebecca Hall their dreams, Sophie risks break- the BFG is a vegetarian and makes DIRECTOR: Steven Spielberg ing one of Mrs. Clonkers’s many do with a disgusting vegetable called Release Date: 1 JuLy rules to climb out of her bed, slip Snozzcumber. on her glasses, lean out the window Upon her arrival in Giant Country, The talents of two of the world’s and see what the world looks like in Sophie is initially frightened of the greatest storytellers – Roald Dahl and the moonlit silence of the witching mysterious giant, but soon comes to Steven Spielberg – unite for the first hour. Outside, in the ghostly, silvery realize that the BFG is actually quite time to bring Dahl’s beloved classic light, her familiar street looks more gentle and charming, and since she ‘The BFG’ to life on screen. Direct- like a fairy tale village than the one has never met a giant before, is full ed by Spielberg, ‘The BFG’ tells the she knows, and out of the darkness of questions. The BFG brings Sophie imaginative story of a young girl and comes something long and tall…very, to Dream Country where he collects the Giant who introduces her to the very, tall. That something is a giant dreams and sends them to children, wonders and perils of Giant Country. (Mark Rylance) who takes Sophie and teaching her all about the magic and In the middle of the night, when ev- whisks her away to his home in a land mystery of dreams. Having both been Mark Rylance and Ruby Barnhill in ‘The BFG’ ery child and every grown-up is in a far, far away. Fortunately for Sophie, on their own in the world up until deep, deep sleep, all the dark things he is the big friendly giant and noth- now, an unexpected friendship blos- come out from hiding and have the ing like the other inhabitants of Gi- soms. But Sophie’s presence in Giant warn her of the precarious giant situ- Oscar-nominated collaborator on world to themselves. That’s what ant Country. Standing 24-feet-tall Country has attracted the unwanted ation, but they must first convince ‘E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial’, Melissa Sophie (newcomer Ruby Barnhill), with enormous ears and a keen sense attention of the other giants, who her that giants do indeed exist. To- Mathison, who adapted the childrens a precocious 10-year-old, has been of smell, the BFG is endearingly dim- have become increasingly more both- gether, they come up with a plan to author’s timeless adventure for the told, and that’s what she believes as witted and keeps to himself for the ersome. Sophie and the BFG soon de- get rid of the giants once and for all. big screen. she lies sleepless in her own bed at most part. His brothers are twice as part for London to see the Queen and The film reunites Spielberg with his
FILM: Ice Age: Collision Course known as Geotopia, this is the defin- a prehistoric fish, a dinosaur, the evo- FILM: THE LEGEND OF TARZAN mediately grabbed me; it was a very CAST: Ray Romano, John Leguizamo, ing chapter in the Ice Age “chillogy,” lution of Sid, and then a spacecraft CAST: Alexander Skarsgård, Sam- fresh take on this iconic figure.” Denis Leary, Queen Latifah, Jennifer with many of the characters begin- or flying saucer. uel L. Jackson, Margot Robbie, Alexander Skarsgård, who takes on Lopez, Adam Devine, Keke Palmer, ning new journeys. “We always recognized that the Djimon Hounsou, Jim Broadbent, the film’s title role, agrees. “I was re- Max Greenfield The new film’s story is deeply spaceship was intriguing and knew Christoph Waltz ally blown away by the script. It has DIRECTOR: Michael Thurmeier rooted in the mythology of the origi- there was some kind of mythology DIRECTOR: David Yates all the thrills you’d want, but it also Release Date: 8 JuLy nal Ice Age. Producer Lori Forte, who attached to it that we’d someday Release Date: 15 JuLy has three-dimensional characters has been with the franchise since explore, but at that time we didn’t and relationships that are beautiful- Scrat’s epic pursuit of the elusive its inception, and whose ideas have know exactly what it was,” she con- It has been years since the man ly drawn. I love movies that are big acorn catapults him into the universe, sparked several of the films’ stories, tinues. “So we decided the time was once known as Tarzan (Alexander and fun, but where you’re also in- where he accidentally sets off a series explains: “In the first film, there was a right to come back around to that Skarsgård) left the jungles of Africa vested in the people and care about of cosmic events that transform and scene where the herd passes through piece of Ice Age, and sowed the seeds behind for a gentrified life as John what happens to them.” threaten the Ice Age world. To save a kind of ice ‘museum,’ where we see for ‘Collision Course’.” Clayton, Lord Greystoke, with his themselves, Sid, Manny, Diego and beloved wife, Jane (Margot Robbie), the rest of the herd must leave their at his side. Now, he has been in- home and embark on a quest full of vited back to the Congo to serve as comedy and adventure, as they travel a trade emissary of Parliament, un- to exotic new lands and encounter a aware that he is a pawn in a deadly host of colourful new characters. convergence of greed and revenge, Audiences everywhere have proved masterminded by the King of Bel- that they love the ‘Ice Age’ films, gium’s envoy, Leon Rom (Christoph which has become the second big- Waltz). But those behind the mur- gest animated motion picture fran- derous plot have no idea what they chise in the world. Each new story are about to unleash. increases the stakes, scale and ad- Following his work on the final four venture - making ‘Ice Age: Collision ‘Harry Potter’ films, director David Course’ the biggest and most ambi- Yates says he was hoping to find tious film of the series. Propelling another project “that was epic and Margot Robbie and Alexan- audiences to new environments, like filled with action and spectacle, and der Skarsgård in ‘The Legend the cosmos and a crystallized world A scene from ‘Ice Age: Collision Course’ then along came this script. It im- of Tarzan’
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can remember when Willow serve’s Prestige Gold in the Terra ro, Game and Montagu Dried Fruit & Creek Olive first appeared on Olivo competition, Willow Creek’s Nuts. They also have a tasting room Fooding around with the market so many years ago. participation there brought them a and shop on the estate that is open Jenny Morris Andries and Louise Rabie were harvest of an additional two gold to the public, as well as a nursery Iso passionate about their oil and so medals for their Estate Blend (Gran that sells olive trees. proud to produce it, their product Prestige Gold) and for their Lemon Willow Creek Olive Estate is situ- has gone from strength to strength Flavoured olive oil (Gold). Some 630 ated in the Nuy Valley, between and deserves every single award that entries were received from 19 coun- Worcester and Robertson in the they have been awarded. tries worldwide. Antonio Lauro was Western Cape. The region’s lime-rich The Willow Creek Olive Estate Di- also the tasting panel chief for this soils, availability of irrigation water rectors’ Reserve extra virgin olive oil esteemed competition. and Mediterranean climate, with dry has yet again proven its exceptional So worthy of praise, the much- summers, cold winters and low aver- quality by being awarded its first awarded Directors’ Reserve ticks all age rainfall of 200mm per year, make international gold medals for the the boxes when it comes to premium it ideal for producing olives with a 2016 season. The robust Directors’ quality extra virgin olive oil: the sat- complex, appealing flavour profile. Reserve, composed to satisfy the fla- isfying bitterness and tingling pun- vour preference of the directors of gency provide structure to the oil Let’s cook! Willow Creek, was the only South without overpowering the complex @jennymorrischef African olive oil to be honoured with aromas of artichokes and tomato Directors Reserve Drizzle a gold medal at the Domina Interna- vines, followed by nuances of rocket, • 2 cloves garlic crushed tional Olive Oil Contest, and was also salad herbs and a pleasant lingering • 1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon The Salad awarded Prestige Gold at the Terra nuttiness. “We simply and abun- juice Serves 4 Olivo competition in Israel. dantly love olive oil,” says Andries • 2 tsp Dijon Mustard • 400g cooked new potatoes The Italian held Domina Interna- Rabie, MD of Willow Creek, “and for • Salt and pepper to Taste halved tional Olive Oil Contest, organized by The robust and award winning that reason we’ve created this special • 2 tsp chopped red onion or • 200g cherry tomatoes halved Vinar Argentina SA and Antonio G. Willow Creek Olive Estate Di- oil which reflects our passion and shallot • 1/3 cup chopped flat leaf pars- Lauro, was founded in order to pro- personal commitment.” • 2 tsp chopped fresh mint ley mote and develop the global sector rectors’ Reserve extra virgin With winter on our doorstep, the • 1 tsp fresh lemon zest • 100g fresh Rocket of high quality extra virgin olive oil. olive oil Directors’ Reserve will be the per- • 2/3 cup Directors Reserve The Directors’ Reserve scored more fect companion to your warming Method: than the required 84 points out of red meat dishes, hearty soups or rich Method: Place all the ingredients into a bowl 100 to receive a gold medal amongst oils participating in the competition pastas. Place all the ingredients, except the and dress with half the dressing. Toss 329 entries from 21 countries. intimidated me at first, but then I be- Luckily for us South Africans Wil- oil into a jar with a screw top lid together and serve immediately with The world-renowned olive oil ex- came extremely proud and conscious low Creek’s range of products are and give it a good shake. Taste and a portion of roasted chicken, or a pert and president of the competi- of the great responsibility of assess- available at delis and retailers includ- adjust the salt, now add the oil and juicy steak or lamb chop. tion, Antonio Lauro, lead the panel ing these olive oils,” says Lauro. ing Woolworths, Checkers, Pick n give another good shake to blend the © Jenny Morris 2016 All Rights of judges. “The high standards of the In addition to the Directors’ Re- Pay, Food Lover’s Market, Spar, Mak- ingredients together. Reserved Blazing ‘Kasie’ cuisine at the Durban Exhibition Centre
East Coast Radio House and the Gar- and then presenting a music pumping den Show will take a bite out of Win- marathon of flavour for the full nine ter’s chill with an explosion of brand days thereafter. new #GottaHaveIt activities, held at “This year we’re bringing our visi- the Durban Exhibition Centre from tors tons of fresh experiences,” said Friday, July 1, to the 10th. ECR House and Garden Show owner Max’s Lifestyle, Umlazi Township’s Clive Shedlock. “Having one of Dur- legendary shisa nyama venue, will ban’s best shisa nyama’s feeding our be bringing vibrant ‘Kasie’ culture to visitors is a fantastic new twist on one show visitors with a first time pop-up of the city’s loved events. Our huge store. thanks goes to Max’s Lifestyle and Max’s Lifestyle has been introduc- Durban Tourism for making it pos- ing the shisa nyama lifestyle to visiting sible.” international tourists, celebrities and government officials for years, and will * Activities run from July 1 to 10, in- add their fiery flavour to the event. cluding a special ticket for R50 after The Vodacom Durban July, a stand- 5pm, Mondays to Thursdays only, for out occasion on the global horse rac- adults, seniors and students. ing calendar, takes place on Saturday, For more information, visit housegar- July 2. Max’s Lifestyle will be feed- denshow.co.za. ing Durban’s hungry the night before Follow on social media: @housegar- at the ECR House and Garden Show denshow
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