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Who’s who of SA talent for The members of Afro Soul: some reason. The sound is average, with a single inaugural Reconciliation 5 watt speaker built in. It’s nothing fancy, but it gets the job done. It’s a great item for showing notificationsFestival at Carnival City and the novelty of having a Blue- tooth speaker with a few extra func- tions. Available now at Takealot.com stellar lineup of illustrious by some of South Africa’s foremost for R959. local artists has been con- artists,” says Richard Ramudzuli, of firmed for the first ever Rec- Thikho Events Management. onciliation Festival, set to The open air, family-styled event Arock Carnival City’s Festival Lawns on promises something special for December 3. guests who are invited to languish Headlining this festive outdoor under summer skies in a relaxed set- event is musical trio Afro Soul, ting while savouring a spectacular comprising multiple award winning fusion of local music. The sprawling Zonke Dikana, Lira and Zahara. Fans Festival Lawns will feature a dedicat- will also be treated to performances ed children’s zone with activities and by top South African house band Mi- entertainment. Food and refresh- Casa, as well as rising stars such as ments will be on sale. Amanda Black, Sjava, Rabs Vhafuwi, Smanga and many more. The festivities kick off at 10am. “We are excited to confirm the Tickets are available at Compu- lineup for the inaugural Reconcili- ticket, Shoprite, Checkers and ation Festival at Carnival City. This House & Home. Ticket prices are event is for the whole family and R200 per person (General), R350 we encourage parents to bring their (Golden Circle), R800 VIP and children for an afternoon of au- R150 (children). thentic South African entertainment Zonke Dikana Lira Zahara
Cirque Éloize return to Jozi with dance and acrobatic spectacular ‘iD’
After making their debut in the Moth- ‘iD’ is one of eleven original pro- forged and individuality is expressed er City mid-November at the Artscape ductions under the Cirque Éloize ban- to a stimulating soundtrack created by Theatre complex and wowing Cape- ner. Positioned at the heart of the composers Jean-Phi Goncalves (Beast) tonian audiences with a run limited renewal of circus arts, this Montreal- and Alex McMahon. The company is to just fifteen performances, Cirque based company has been creating stir- integrating multimedia for the first Partake in a family friendly food and Éloize performers have once again de- ring performances filled with magic time in its ninth original creation, giv- scended on Jozi with their latest high- for more than 23 years. Boasting more ing this show a unique feel. Fifteen energy production. than 4000 performances in over 500 performers from 14 disciplines help wine journey in the Cape Cirque Éloize’s ‘iD’ blends breath- cities and 50 countries, the worldwide create ‘iD’s’ entertaining and resolutely taking acrobatics and street dance and popularity of Cirque Éloize has seen urban universe, in keeping with Cirque will be electrifying Montecasino’s Tea- steady growing over the years. In addi- Éloize’s tradition of using multidisci- tro for a limited season currently un- tion to its touring shows, Cirque Éloize plinary performers from around the derway and ending on December 24. develops custom made concepts for world. Directed by Jeannot Painchaud and international special events. To date, The show’s first season at Monte- brought to South Africa by leading lo- more than 1400 events have taken casino three years ago resulted in a cal promoter, Showtime Management, place, seen by over 3 million specta- sold out signs and a high demand for ‘Cirque Éloize’s iD’ has been enjoyed tors. tickets. The volume of requests lead to over the past seven years by more than ‘iD’ recently played to full houses in this year’s return SA season, which in- 1 million spectators in over 1000 per- London, receiving rave reviews in the cluded Cape Town for the first time. formances in almost 100 cities across process. Jozi audiences can now experience the globe in 30 countries. On stage, Cirque Éloize’s ‘iD’ is a blend of cir- these performances by 15 artists in- there’s speed, powerful performances cus arts and urban dance: b-boying/b- cluding acrobats, aerialists, a trial biker and a jaw-dropping spectacular tram- girling, breakdance, hip-hop and more. plus hip hop and break dancers in the poline-finale that promises to leave The scene is set in the heart of a city, theatre setting. audiences in awe. Behind the scenes in a public space where people seek there’s a story, a dream and a host of refuge and a chance to shed their Tickets are now on sale at Cirque Éloize back with their inimitable style of performance interesting facts and figures. anonymity; a place where identity is Computicket.
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01 December - 14 December 2016 www.48hours.co.za The Next 48hOURS 3 The Next 48hOURS • Theatre Buzz Van Graan’s political mischief delivered with a comedic punch
SHOW: PAY BACK THE CURRY stand-up comedian doing a series of tations, thanks to today’s university CAST: DANIEL MPILO RICHARDS sketches in which various topics are unrest, and Thabo Mbeki’s famous DIRECTOR: ROB VAN VUUREN explored with insight and humour. ‘I Am An African’ speech is given VENUE: AUTO & GENERAL THEATRE ON This has been done many times new shadings. The Oscars is a clev- THE SQUARE, SANDTON, UNTIL 15 DE- before, a platform for the satirical erly devised showcase for delivering CEMBER potency of names such as the leg- the kind of films that could only be REVIEWER: PETER FELDMAN endary Pieter-Dirk Uys, Marc Lot- made in present-day South Africa. tering and Alan Committie, to name Reality shows, such as ‘Idols’ and Mike Van Graan is one of South Af- but a few. It’s comedy with an acer- ‘The Voice’, also come in for a pum- rica’s most insightful playwrights bic tongue and the South African so- melling as Richards immerses himself whose work over the years has shined cial and political landscape is a rich into the role of a hopeful contestant a searing light on the state of the field from which writers can harvest aiming for the grand prize. nation. He never minces his words their material. Movement is very much part of and his sharp wit and acute intelli- What lifts this work, somewhat, Richards’ armoury, using every part gence are the hallmarks of his many is the sheer versatility of Cape Town of his body to help shape the sketch- plays. performer Richards, an entity whom es. This is very much in evidence in I have not come across before and The stage is bare apart from a this freshly grown production, in who tackles the different characters lone guitar and a small box, so the which he provides a cutting-edge he creates with energy and style. focus for the duration of the perfor- script from which comedian Daniel He morphs beautifully into a va- mance is on one deftly directed man Mpilo Richards and director (and co- riety of genders, from members of - and he manages to deliver enough median) Rob Van Vuuren can launch the gay and lesbian brigade, to a he- good cheer to raise the spirits as we their comic attack. man former rugby coach (please read enter the start of the silly season. ‘Pay Back the Curry’ is hilarious Heyneke Meyer) lamenting the fail- at times, though one has to concen- ure of the Springboks but insisting For bookings, call the theatre on trate to grasp what’s being said in through song that he did it ‘My Way’. 011 883-8606; or book online at the rush of words that gush from this Another evergreen number, ‘Over www.theatreonthesquare.co.za. performer’s lips. the Rainbow’, suffers the Van Graan Enquire about group discounts It’s a never-ending flow of mirth, treatment and there is a brilliantly and dinner show packages by a touch of mayhem, and all under- executed sequence in which the arrangement with many of the pinned by a serious core of political works of Shakespeare are invoked, adjacent upmarket new restau- mischief. using the language of the time with rants on the Nelson Mandela The structure of ‘Pay Back the local political references. Square at Sandton City. Curry’ could loosely be described as a ‘Born Free’ receives new conno- Daniel Richards is a high energy ball of versatility
Sherlock Holmes takes on a case the British Empire wanted to keep secret
Robert Fridjhon, Bronwyn Gottwald, Craig Jackson & Alan Swerdlow
From playwright and comedic actor known for his film and television Robert Fridjhon comes a humorous work (‘Kota Life Crisis’, ‘Skwizas’, and “absurdly inventive” tale of the ‘Binneland’ and ‘Isidingo’), not least one case the British Empire never of which is his starring role as Cap- wanted mentioned, or written about: tain Featherstone in seasons 2,3 ‘Sherlock Holmes And The Curse Of and 4 of the international hit series, The Queen’s Diamond: An Unrecord- ‘Black Sails’. ed Case, By Royal Request’. Bronwyn Gottwald, whom televi- Showing at the Studio Theatre sion audiences saw as Barker Haines’ at Montecasino until Sunday, Janu- lawyer in ‘Isidingo’ and theatre au- ary 15, and directed by the celebrat- diences will know from numerous ed and multi award-winning Alan productions including ‘A Midsummer Swerdlow, this rollicking yarn prom- Night’s Dream’, ‘Overruled’, ‘Boeing- ises to be the Season’s cure for stress, Boeing’, ‘The Mousetrap’, ‘Funny mild depression and consumption - Business’ and ‘Twitch’, is assistant suitable for the entire family, as well writer on this production of ‘Sherlock as those without. Holmes’. Fridjhon’s list of theatrical credits include ‘Pythonesque’, ‘Travels with Performances take place from My Aunt’, ‘Boeing-Boeing’, ‘The Wednesdays to Fridays at 8pm, Mousetrap’, ‘Don’t Dress For Dinner’, Saturdays at 4pm and 8pm, and ‘Wild’, ‘Jeeves & Wooster’ and ‘Bohe- Sundays at 3pm. mian Rhapsody’. Tickets are R130 and R165 and Co-star Craig Jackson is best can be booked at Computicket.
4 The Next 48hOURS www.48hours.co.za 01 December - 14 December 2016 The Next 48hOURS • Entertainment Guide ‘Idols SA’ stars add lustre to The Manhattan Brothers musical tribute
oweto Theatre has announced as Hugh Masekela and Miriam Makeba. semble known for their strong harmonic that well-known ‘Idols SA’ judge The role of Miriam Makeba will be abilities. The four sweet and soulful and media personality Somizi Mh- portrayed by Mmatema Moremi, a singer, voices can sing a variety of different gen- longo has joined the creative team songwriter and actress who rose to fame res, ranging from Gospel, Soul and Tra- Sof ‘The Manhattan Brothers Tribute’ as in 2015 as the runner up of the eleventh ditional African music, to Classical and choreographer, for the run of the pro- season of ‘Idols SA’. She recently made Afro Pop. duction from December 8 to December history as the first artist to have been a Complete has worked with a variety 18. contestant to host a one-woman show, of South African artists including Hugh Mhlongo has been in the entertain- entitled ‘Mmatema Moremi’s One Wom- Masekela, Themba Mkhize and the SWR ment industry for almost 30 years. He is a an Show’, at the South African State Big Band from Germany. Their musical respected choreographer who has worked Theatre’s Opera Theatre as a solo artist theatre performances include: ‘The Re- with the likes of Ladysmith Black Mam- with no opening acts. Moremi was nomi- hearsal’, ‘Songs of Migrations’ and ‘The bazo, R. Kelly and Shakira, to name but nated earlier in the year at the Mzansi Suit Case’ directed by James Ngcobo, as a few. Christian Awards in two categories: Best well as Gregory Maqoma’s ‘Exit/Exist’, The popular yesteryear South African Female Personality and Best Newcomer. which saw Complete winning the 2014 acapella singing group, The Manhattan She will be accompanying Complete, New York Dance and Performance Bes- Brothers, that had a US Billboard pop a local a capella group that will portray sies Award for Best Music Composition. chart hit, ‘Lovely Lies’, is celebrated in The Manhattan Brothers Mluleki Chuma, The Manhattan Brothers were ex- Somizi Mhlongo is the choreographer this tribute show. The trend-setting Man- Bubele Mgele, Bonginkosi Motha and tremely popular in South Africa in the hattan Brothers paved the way for the Happy Motha. 1940s and 50s. Their sound drew on likes of South African music icons such Complete is a quartet a capella en- American ragtime, jive, swing, doo-wop, and several other jazz strains, as well as calling it a day in 1965. African choral and Zulu harmonies. Makhaola Ndebele, Artistic Manager Members of the group include the of Joburg City Theatres, and director of late founding member and lead singer the show, says “Audiences can look for- Nathan “Dambuza” Mdledle, Joe Mog- ward to beautiful music and a nostalgic The Guide otsi, Ronnie Sehume and Rufus Khoza. trip down memory lane.” Mariam Makeba, who went on to inter- The show will be accompanied by a national fame, started her career with live band, with musical direction by Jo- The Manhattan Brothers and was part han Mthethwa. of the group for much of the 195’s. The group has one US Billboard pop chart hit, Performances are from Tuesdays to ‘Lovely Lies’ which peaked at No. 45 in Saturdays at 8pm, and Sundays at Your guide to March 1956. 3pm. the best of what In 1959, the quartet joined the com- All tickets are R80 and can be booked is happening pany of ‘King Kong’, the first black South by visiting www.sowetotheatre.com; in and around African musical. When the production or calling 0861 670 670, as well as Johannesburg. reached England, the band decided to through Webtickets. To list your event, remain there. For group bookings of 10 or more, email: The Manhattan Brothers recorded contact the theatre directly on 011 [email protected] three English/Zulu pop albums before 930 7461/2/3. Sherlock Holmes takes on a case the The cast of ‘The Manhattan Brothers Tribute’
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Young and Tamed Minds Cirque Eloize iD Christmas at Chicago’s Champopo Bubbly Festival Mr Poppers Penguins 296 Main Road, Bryanston. Bollywood variety show Artist Sinali Ntuli was born in This is a high energy produc- The Chicago’s Piano Bar will This will be the first event of The National Children’s The- (Tel) 083-232-9861 The three day extravaganza Stanger and later studied fine tion featuring amazing acro- be hosting entertainment and its kind to be held in Soweto. atre will present a fun musical will feature top comedians, art at Durban central college. batics, street dance and Xmas style atmosphere from The lifestyle festival aims to into the holidays this season. Origin’s Centre night entertainment, more Her works started of as paint- more. The how really takes Tuesday to Sundays, leading bring out the best in fashion A family friendly show about a The Origins Centre tells a than 200 unique exhibitors, ings but soon evolved to in- circus arts to the next level up to Christmas. 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Honey 10 Dec @ 12pm Until 23 Dec Open daily 9am – 5pm 161 Maude Street, Alliance Francaise. 17 Lower R150 – R450 Crest Shopping Centre. Cnr R250 – R8000 @ 10:30am & 2:30pm The Origin’s Centre. Yale Sandton. Park Drive, Randburg. Teatro. Cnr William Nicol of Beyers Naude and Duiker Nasrec Expo Centre. Cnr of R100 – R120 Road, Wits University, Braam- (Tel) 011-799-0000 (Tel) 011-646-1169 Drive and Witkoppen Road, Street, Randpark Ridge. Nasrec and Rand Show The National Childrens The- fontein. (Tel) 011-717-4700 Montecasino, Fourways. (Tel) (Tel) 011-794-3383 Road. atre. On Junction Avenue, Annual Zoo Walk A brave new Winter 011-510-7000 (Tel) 011-494-1920 Parktown. Christmas with Drakensburg The annual walk is held to An interesting colorful exhibi- Kings and Queens of Smoke (Tel) 011-484-1584 Choir raise much needed funds and tion that captures life in Joburg Live Loud! A premium spinning competi- Gajiga Run The Drakensburg Boys choir awareness to find a cure for Robert Fridjhon, Bronwyn Gottwald, Craig Jackson & Alan Swerdlow Reiger Park. Depicting its 5fm and MRP GROUP are tions with a judging panel and The fun is a fun filled day out The Garden of Lights will be performing at the Lipiz- Cystic Fibrosis. It’s a leasure- people, lifestyle and vibrancy. excited to be hosting Joburg`s featuring some of the best with the family. It consists of a Featuring dazzling lights and zaner centre for one perfor- ly walk, great for the whole Until 19 Dec biggest outdoor music event . spinners in the country. The 5km run with 7 inflatable wa- colourful Christmas charac- mance only. Get to feed the family to participate. Book @ 9am Line up includes Black Cof- day will include live entertain- ter obstacles for the young at ters in the beautiful gardens horses carrots while there now via web tickets. Free fee, Roger Goode, Kyle Deut- ment from various musicians. heart and social runners. No alongside Emperors Palace. and meet the riders as well. 4 Dec Nedbank Building. 137 Lilian che and Shekinah, eMTee, Mi 10 Dec @ 12pm time limits or fantastic feats of There will also be fun fair 3 Dec @ 6:30am Ngoyi Street, Newtown. Casa and many more. R80 human strength required, just rides, stalls selling food and @ 2pm R80 – R100 (Tel) 084-863-7750 10 Dec @ 10am Wheelz and Smoke Arena. have fun with it. more. R100 – R160 The Johannesburg Zoo. Off R100 – R315 Cnr of Kliprivier Road and 10 Dec @ 8am 2 Dec – 8 Jan Lipizzaner Centre. Dahlia Jan Smuts Avenue, The Dark City Marks Park Sports Club. Ju- Kromvlei, Alberton. R100 – R250 @ 7pm Road, Kyalami. Parkview. The Dark City is a project and dith Road, Emmarentia. (Tel) 0861-915-8000 Huddle Park. Club Street, R25 (Tel) 011-702-2103 (Tel) 011-646-2000 a journey through the epidem- (Tel) 0861-915-8000 Linksfield. Emperors Palace. 64 Jones ic phenomenon known as Miss High School SA 2016 (Tel) 082-330-3235 Road, Kempton Park. Carols by Candlelight Roodepoort Museum ‘bad buildings’ in the inner-city Zee TV Miss India The vision of this pageant is (Tel) 011-928-1937 A stellar cast including Chia- Experience what it was like in of Johannesburg - focusing This event is based on the to find individuals who pro- Fun in the snow noSky, Lloyd Cele, Richard 1884 when the discovery of on one particular building performing arts. There are mote girl power and empower Kids will love it, the snow ma- Roll Egoli Stirton, Ross from Prime Cir- gold in the area hit its all time known as ‘Dark City’ in down- five sequences, Interview, them to study further. The chine pumps out real snow An ideal space for kids to cle, Kahn from the Parlo- high. Get to see the fashion, town Doornfontein. 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01 December - 14 December 2016 www.48hours.co.za The Next 48hOURS 5 The Next 48hOURS • Entertainment Guide Kick off the Festive SA’s “Queen of Gospel” tells her story Season on a high note in nostalgic musical showcase
A stellar cast including ChianoSky, Manager, Kevin Fine: “The annual he legendary Dr Rebecca Lloyd Cele, Richard Stirton, Ross from Carols by Candlelight is a huge high- Malope will perform her Prime Circle, Kahn from the Parlo- light on our calendar, attended by life story in the nostalgic tones, Charlize Berg and Swing City thousands of people each year. It’s a musical showcase, ‘Angin- will join voices with the Soweto Gos- privilege to not only share this spe- Tgedwa: This Is My Story’, at Carni- pel Choir for the Jacaranda FM and cial time with our listeners, but also val City this weekend. The theatre SPAR Carols by Candlelight at the to spread the festive cheer to those production, produced by Artistry Bidvest Wanderers Stadium on Satur- who are less fortunate. In 2015 we Talent Management, showcases the day, December 3. managed to collect 289 boxes of toys original autobiography of Malope Entry is free but attendees are and over R60000 in cash for children through acting, singing and danc- encouraged to bring a toy (not in need. In 2016 we hope to collect ing. The inaugural show takes place wrapped), which will be delivered to even more.” in the Big Top Arena on Saturtday, three selected charity organisations: December 3, with the greater vi- Child Welfare Tshwane, Heartbeat Gates open at 4pm, with the event sion being to take the show on tour and Hanna Charities. starting of 7pm to 9pm. across at least five South African According to Jacaranda FM’s General provinces in 2017. The show will include surprise guest performances by people Malope has worked with over the past 30 years and a cast filled with talented performers. Malope has been in the industry as a musician since 1986 and 2016 marks her 30th year as a perform- ing artist. Throughout her 30 year career span she has won numerous national and international awards, released 35 successful gospel al- bums, been the highest selling fe- male artist in South Africa, received Dr Rebecca Malope is celebrating three decades as a perform- an honorary doctorate as a spiritual ing artist healer, performed all over the world and been dubbed the “Queen Of Gospel”. ing to school on an empty stomach hopefuls flocked to the auditions Despite all of her accomplish- and without shoes, dropping out to showcase their triple-threat per- ments and accolades, her life story of school, living in a child headed formance capabilities and prove has not been all gold and glitter. household without my parents at they could act, dance and sing their It is one filled with “tremendous age 10 and then hiking 400km from hearts out in an effort to become heartaches and struggles.” It is a home to Evaton in pursuit of my the final cast members who will car- story of resilience, determination dreams. I want to tell it all,” says ry the large responsibility of telling and a true test of faith. This is the Malope. Malope’s tale. tale that will be turned into a musi- According to Noluthando cal on December 3. Malope, Managing Director or Art- Tickets are available at Compu- “I am looking forward to pre- istry Talent Management, the mu- ticket and range in price from senting a performance I have never sical also provides a platform for R200 per person. done before and taking the audi- Malope to unearth and mentor For any enquiries, call 072 426 ence on a journey of my life through young talent. Auditions were held 8984; or send an email to nolu@ music. From being a little girl in a over four days to discover fresh tal- artistryagency.co.za. rural township called Lekazi, go- ent for the musical. Hundreds of Kahn Morbee Lloyd Cele
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6 The Next 48hOURS www.48hours.co.za 01 December - 14 December 2016 The Next 48hOURS • Entertainment Guide Get into the festive spirit with ‘Heavyweights International Honeyman’s ‘Robin Hood’ panto Comedy’ hits the Big Top
anice Honeyman’s new pan- Pretorius as Robin’s love interest, tury. Subsequently, the legend has tomime adventure, ‘Robin Maid Marian, and Jaco Van Rens- become one of the most popular Hood and the Babes in the burg as the wandering minstrel, movie and TV stories of all time, Wood’, is currently giving Alan-a-Dale. the most recent mass market adap- festiveJ season audiences a rework- Writer/director Honeyman once tion being the 2010 movie ‘Robin ing of the popular classic at The again collaborates with producer Hood’, directed by Ridley Scott and Mandela stage at Joburg Theatre, Bernard Jay on their sixteenth Jo- starring Russell Crowe. with the enchantment set to last burg Theatre pantomime together. until December 30. Rowan Bakker joins the team this Tickets are available by visit- The plot combines the babes- year as musical director; Nicol Sher- ing www.joburgtheatre.com, or lost-in-the-forest story with the aton returns as choreographer; the calling 0861 670 670, as well as Robin Hood legend. The young eagerly anticipated, over-the-top through Webtickets and at Pick children, Hansel and Gretel, come sets and costumes are once again ‘n’ Pay stores. to visit their uncle, the Sheriff of supplied by Qdos in the UK. For details of the full schedule Nottingham, little suspecting that The earliest surviving Robin and performance times, visit he is plotting their demise. But Hood ballad, ‘Robin Hood and The www.joburgtheatre.com. never fear, help is at hand – in the Monk’, dates from the 15th cen- shape of Robin and his Merry Men, plus Maid Marian and the Spirit of the Forest. Playing the role of Robin in his first Joburg Theatre pantomime is Izak Davel, best known to TV view- ers as ‘Isidingo’s’ arrogant Bradley Trevor Gumbi and Gina Yashere Haines, and whose hit recordings include ‘Verlei My’, ‘Is Jy In Of Is Jy Uit’ and ‘Vreesloos’. South Africa, Nigerian and American this country, Tall Ass Mo is a come- Much loved panto star Desmond comedians are to unite for the once dian from very humble beginnings. Dube returns to Joburg Theatre to off comedy showcase, ‘Heavyweights His material mainly comprises of sto- play the jovial Friar Tuck; ‘Idols’ International Comedy’, at Carnival ries of his childhood, as well his en- finalist Bongi Mthombeni features City’s Big Top on December 11. capsulations and observations of the in his fifth Joburg Theatre panto- The diverse ensemble of local and absurdities that come with living in mime as the dandy Will Scarlet; and international headliners includes AY modern day South Africa. leading lady of South African musi- (Nigeria), Gina Yashere (US), Thenjiwe “These are top comedians that also cal theatre, ‘Kate Normington’, will (SA), Trevor Gumbi (SA) and sup- came through the ranks over the surely be wildly comic as Silly Sylvi- ported by Tumi Stopnonsons (SA) years. Expect a side-splitting, laugh- ana, the Spirit of the Forest. and Nina Hastie (SA). All established a-minute showcase of Africa and Also featured in ‘Robin Hood and comedians in their own right, each America’s quirky humour,” says Mat- the Babes in the Wood’ are Graham brings their own unique brand of thew Cook, Events and Entertain- Hopkins as the villainous Norman comedy to the event, with the prom- ment Manager at Carnival City. the Nasty, Sheriff of Nottingham, L ise of huge laughs for all. J Urbani as the ever-popular pan- In the driver’s seat as host for the ‘Heavyweights International to Dame Emmarentia Ugly, Phumi evening is Toll Ass Mo. Another draw Comedy’ starts at 3pm, but doors Mncayi as chief lieutenant of the card for the show, he is a Xhosa co- will open early at 2pm. Merry Men, Little John, award-win- median straight out of Tembisa. Tickets cost R200 per person at ning actress Candida Mosoma as Like many comedians who have gone Computicket, Shoprite, Checkers Much the Miller’s Son (written with on to become household names in and House & Home. an inevitable panto twist), Carmen Graham Hopkins as Norman the Nasty
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90’s Mania Rivonia Crossing 2, Cnr of nwood Road and daventry @ 8pm (Wed – Sat), 2pm 1 Dec – 15 Jan @ 8pm Tease medians gather in Sandton to The nineties were a memora- Witkoppen and Rivonia Street, Lynnwood. (Sat), 5pm (Sat), 2:30pm R130 – R165 2 of SA’s top female comedi- perform a show that’s guaran- ble period in music history. Roads. (Tel) 0861-915-8000 (Sun) & 5:30pm (Sun) Studio Theatre. Cnr William ans Vannessa Frost and Tumi teed to have you laughing till We saw so many artists re- (Tel) 087-236-3088 R100 – R350 Nicol Drive and Witkoppen Morake perform in this show the later hours of Friday. The lease hits and either disap- THEATRE Pieter Toerien Main Theatre. Road, Montecasino, Four- which is set in a suburban line up include Riaad Moosa, peared or became popular 80’s Rewind Cnr William Nicol Drive and ways. (Tel) 0861-915-8000 hair salon. What goes on in Simmi Areff, Pravesh, Muthu enough to follow into the new Get ready to party like its the Robin Hood & the babes in the Witkoppen Road, Montecasi- the salon, stays in the salon! Murugan, Yaseen Barnes and millennium. Enjoy your favou- 80’s. From teh dance to the wood no, Fourways. Johnny Boskak is feeling funny This and more! Mungaldave. rite songs played by a 11 fashion and music, this show The plot combines the babes- (Tel) 0861-915-8000 Winner of the National Arts 1 – 4 Dec 3 Dec piece cast. Food and bever- has it all covered. Boogie lost-in-the-forest story with Festival 2015 Novation @ 8:15pm @ 8pm age available at the venue. down, do the Robo Cop, The the Robin Hood legend. The Pay Back the Curry Award, this show tracks the R65 – R95 R180 – R285 1 – 31 Dec moon walk to tunes from young children, Hansel and This satirical revue, achieved life of a man looking for love, The Market Theatre. 56 Mar- Sandton Convention Centre. @ 8pm (Tue – Sat), Prince, Yazoo, Phil Collins, Gretel, come to visit their un- a rare feat at the 2016 Na- an AK47 and the quickest garet Mcingana Street, New- Maude Street, 2pm (Sun) UB40 and so many more! cle, the Sheriff of Nottingham, tional Arts Festival by selling way out of Secunda. town. Sandton. R120 – R180 1 - 31 Dec @ 8pm (Tue-Sat), little suspecting that he is plot- out all its eight shows! The 1 – 4 Dec (Tel) 011-832-1641 (Tel) 0861-915-8000 Barnyard Theatre, Emperors. 2pm (Sun) ting their demise. show explores a wide variety @ 3:15pm & 8:15pm 64 Jones Road, Kempton R120 – R180 Until 30 Dec of topical themes in a hilari- R65 – R95 We didn’t come to hell for the Elves and the Shoemaker Park. Barnyard Theatre, Cresta. @ 10am, 2pm, 3pm, 7:30pm ous, fun filled production. The Market Theatre. 56 Mar- croissants The King loves shose and en- (Tel) 011-823-6933 Cresta Shopping Centre, off R170 – R300 1 – 15 Dec garet Mcingana Street, New- A unique production featuring lists the help of the old Shoe- Beyers Naude Drive, Rand- Mandela Theatre. Cnr of @ 8:15pm town. 7 deadly sins, 7 writers and 7 maker in town to make more 1 Hit Wonders burg. Hoofd and Loveday Street, R100 – R140 (Tel) 011-832-1641 new stories. The stoies will shoes for him, but the cobbler We all know them, artists that (Tel) 011-478-5300 Braamfontein. Theatre on the Square. Cnr of seduce the- sinless and as- can`t keep up with the de- came onto the music scene (Tel) 0861-670-670 West Street and Rivonia Born to Perform Gala 2016 tonish the immoral. This is the mand. In the true spirit of with a hot song and then dis- Guitar Legends Road, Sandton. A celebration of the finest lo- sequel to ‘The Epicene Christmas the seasonal mag- appeared. This show cele- Nathan Smith pays tribute to Joseph and the amazing Tech- (Tel) 011-883-8606 cal young talent in South Afri- Butcher’. ic comes out and a plan is brates these 1 hit wonders the guitar greats that defined nicolor Dreamcoat ca. This annual gala concert 1 – 4 Dec made by mysterious elves. through playing their songs. their genre through playing Retelling the Biblical story of Sherlock Holmes includes celebs collaborating @ 8pm 5 – 17 Dec The show features a 10 piece guitar. Look forward to hear- Joseph and his coat of many A comedy like no other, the with talented kids in a ‘Royal R100 – R120 @ 10:30am & 2:30pm cast. ing music from Jimi Hendrix, colours, this magical musical unrecorded case, by Royal Variety’ style production. Pop Art Centre. 286 Fox R85 – R100 1 – 30 Dec Eric Clapton, Gary Moore and is packed full of unforgettable Request of a lady’s Electric 10 Dec @ 2pm Street, Maboneng Precinct. Irene Village Theatre. @ 8pm (Tue-Sat), many more. songs including ‘Any dream Bicycl Protector and the con- R180 – R220 (Tel) 083-245-1040 1 Pioneer Road, Irene. 1:30pm (Sun) 6 Dec @ 8pm will do’ and ‘Close every door sequences thereof. Starring The Lyric Theatre. Northern (Tel) 084-804-0490 or R120 – R180 R200 to me’ the writer Robert Fridjhon and Parkway, Ormonde. Kings and Queens of Comedy 0861-915-8000 Barnyard Theatre, Rivonia. Atterbury Theatre. Cnr of Lyn- 1 Dec – 29 Jan directed by Alan Swerdlow. (Tel) 011-248-5000 The best in local Indian co-
01 December - 14 December 2016 www.48hours.co.za The Next 48hOURS 7 The Next 48hOURS • Movies Review of the week Film: Moana Cravalho) convinces the mighty demigod Cast: Dwayne Johnson, Auli’i Cravalho, Maui (voice of Dwayne Johnson) to join Temuera Morrison her mission, and he reluctantly helps her Directors: Ron Clements and John become a wayfinder like her ancestors Musker who sailed before her. Classification: PG Together, these two engaging char- Reviewer: Peter Feldman acters voyage across the open ocean in a tiny boat where they encounter enor- mous monsters and face impossible odds. 1 2 3 4 5 Along the way, Moana also manages to fulfil her quest and in the process dis- new Disney release is always cover the one thing she’s always sought: cause for celebration. This time her own identity. Walt Disney Animation Studios It’s a delightful coming-of-age adven- has produced its 56th animated ture in which the intrepid teenager is em- Pua and Hei Hei in ‘Moana’ Afeature - and it’s a joy to watch. powered to carry the hopes of the island It is a sweeping and boisterous CG on her young shoulders. animation feature about an adventurous What makes this production such an to a ‘Lion King’ level of excellence. self a deep connection to her ancestors teenager, the daughter of the chief, who intriguing proposition is not only that it The film’s ‘We Know the Way’ is an and their seafaring culture. Movies against her parents’ wishes, is inspired to is a feast for the eyes (especially in 3D), anthemic ode to exploration and self- The massive, tattooed, shape-shift- leave the safety and security of her Poly- but it taps nicely into Polynesian folk law. discovery. It could become an instant ing demigod Maui is voiced by Dwayne nesian island on a daring journey to save The colours that emerge are certainly classic. Johnson, whose wry line readings give her people. They are faced with an envi- amazing; a limitless ocean sparkles in the The film is imbued with passion, the impression he was having a whale of ronmental threat. Her quest involves get- sun and the lush greenery of tropical- humour and grace and the key charac- time in the recording studio. This char- ting in touch with her seafaring ancestry island paradises are everywhere. ters are memorable entities, including a acter has an ego as outsized as his body and to leave her island, Motunui, to re- Another strong facet is the songs that dumb, self-destructive rooster named and he expects Moana to be awed by his store the glowing green heart of stone to punctuate the storyline. Songs by ‘Ham- Heihei with bulging eyes who goes along awesomeness. the goddess Te Fiti. ilton’s’ Lin-Manuel Miranda, composer for the trip. During Moana’s often wacky She is not and their squabbling is Inexplicably drawn to the ocean, Opetaia Foa‘i and Grammy-winner Mark journey, where she encounters a horde of very funny. Also, his myriad tattoos Moana (voice of Hawaiian actress Auli’i Mancina are superb and can be likened coconut pirates, she discovers within her- have a habit of coming alive and serve as his conscience to rein in his egotis- tic excesses. The story is attributed to no fewer than seven writers and it gets Last Week: a tad lumpy at times, which makes me think that some judicious pruning would not have detracted from the film’s overall impact. The principal directors are Ron Cle- ments and John Musker, a pair of Disney veterans who previously directed ‘The Lit- tle Mermaid’ and ‘Aladdin’. They mined Polynesian lore for the story elements and I read that everything in the produc- tion, from the characters’ clothes and hairstyles to the vessels they sail, bear the stamp of authenticity. ‘Fantastic Beasts It’s a great all-round cinematic experi- And Where To ence that will appeal to all ages this holi- Find Them’ day season. The timing could not have * * * Moana (voice of Auli’i Cravalho) recruits a demigod named Maui (voice of Dwayne Johnson) in ‘Moana’ been better.
FILM: ALMOST CHRISTMAS comedy films including ‘First Sunday’ it would be interesting to see the pa- CAST: Kimberly Elise, Danny Glover, and ‘Baggage Claim’, but the 24-time triarch holding the family together,” John Michael Higgins, Romany Mal- NAACP Theatre Award nominee and reflects the filmmaker. co, Mo”Nique, JB Smoove, Gabrielle Best Playwright winner admits that Talbert crafted a screenplay about Union, Omar Epps, Nicole Ari Parker, his first love has long been holiday a retired automotive engineer in Bir- Jessie T. Usher and DC Young Fly movies. “I’m just a huge fan of them mingham, Alabama, who lost the DIRECTOR: David E. Talbert all; the big, broad, emotional ones,” love of his life and mother of his four Talbert explains. “I love the season grown children the year before. Now ‘Almost Christmas’ tells the festive and what it represents, so I thought, that the holiday season has arrived story of a beloved patriarch who ‘What would it be like if I did my own again, his troupe must deal with all asks his family for one gift this holi- holiday film?’” of the emotions of celebrating with day season: to get along. If they can As he brainstormed, Talbert re- one another, while still mourning honour that wish and spend five days flected that most films in this genre the loss of the pillar of their fam- under the same roof without killing revolve around the matriarch. So for ily. As Talbert does best, the raucous one another, it will be a Christmas his next theatrical release, he wanted humour that is a coping mechanism miracle. to make a film where the patriarch is accompanying unthinkable loss, as In the past decade, writer/director the glue keeping everyone together. well as the strength to pull together, David E. Talbert has created beloved “Being a new father myself, I thought became the through-line of his script. Danny Glover and Mo’Nique in ‘Almost Christmas’
FILM: JONATHAN straw for his loving, but fed up par- CAST: Rikus De Beer, Beáte Opper- ents, who eventually kick him out man, Paul Eilers, Brümilda van of the house. Sitting at a restau- Rensbrg, Rika Sennett, Eric Nobbs, rant not knowing where to go, he Frank Opperman, Lizz Meiring, watches car guards in the parking Jacques Bessenger, Anel Alexan- lot and decides that he will also be- der, Albert Pretorius, Elton Lan- come a car guard just to stay afloat drew, Marnus Kruger, Francois until the next big stand-up com- Viljoen petition, which he firmly believes DIRECTOR: Sallas De Jager he can win. After a very hostile reception by the other car guards, Jonathan, a dreamer and wannabe the eldest car guard decides to take stand-up comedian in his late 20’s, Jonathan under his wing, teaches still lives with parents. After yet an- him the fine art of being a car guard other failed open mic performance, and, more importantly, he teaches he gets drunk and crashes his fa- him about life and how to survive A scene from ‘Jonathan’ ther’s dream bakkie. This is the last as an outcast.
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ophia Lindop brings life to tional recipes. Indian population and the Malay now part of South Africa’s national food with her series of cook She has produced another little population, and how their age-old heritage, but of all the other nations Fooding around with books and shares with us a gem in the ‘Flavours and Traditions’ usage of spices and eating habits that played a role in this spicy story. Jenny Morris rich history of our country range, telling the tale of not only influenced the rest of our country “Spices that we add to our food Sand the stories around her inspira- the two main influences, namely the in such a way that their recipes are every day without thinking, such as pepper, cinnamon, cloves and nut- meg, were such a valuable commod- ity in the 15th century that they in- spired fearless mariners to cross vast oceans in less than adequate vessels in search of new routes to the spice- rich Orient. Today pumpkin with- out cinnamon, potatoes without nutmeg and a curry without gin- ger is unimaginable, so, even now, all around the world, spices are still making magic,” writes Lindop. Recipes in this tantalizing collec- @jennymorrischef tion include, among others, Cauli- flower-and-chickpea biryani, Chilli bites, Courgettes stuffed with lamb portions mince and fragrant rice, Cucum- • 100ml water (plus extra if need- ber pickles, Chocolate cardamom ed) brownies, Milk tart, Spicy rooibos • 4 tbsp fruity chutney iced tea and Mosbolletjies. • Salt and freshly milled black • Pepper to taste Let’s cook! Method: Malay lamb-knuckle curry Heat the olive oil in a saucepan, and Spices: curry powder, ginger, cinna- fry the onions until they start to go mon, bay leaves, white pepper brown. Add garlic and continue to Serves 4 to 6 fry, being careful to not allow the garlic to go brown. Add the curry Ingredients: powder, ginger, cinnamon sticks • 3 tbsp coconut oil and bay leaves, and fry to release the • 1 large onion, peeled and sliced flavours. Add the chopped tomatoes • 2 cloves garlic, peeled and and continue to fry lightly. chopped Place the lamb in the saucepan and • 2 tbsp curry powder (medium toss in the curry mixture. Pour the strength) water over, add the chutney, season • ¼ tsp fresh ginger, peeled and and cover. grated Cook on low heat for 90 minutes, • 2 sticks cinnamon making sure the pot does not cook • 3 bay leaves dry, until the meat is soft and falls • 2 medium tomatoes, peeled off the bone. and chopped Serve on a bed of rice. • 1kg lamb knuckles, cut into
Refreshing Rooibos
also promotes digestion and is ideal for weight loss. By RoxyK Barosma betulina, found in the [email protected] Bladder & Kidney tea, is an aromatic www.lentilsandlace.com herb that counteracts sinus, blood sugar fluctuations and water reten- ooibos tea has gained popu- tion, as well as relives fever. Fennel larity in most countries in infused Rooibos tea is best suited for recent years for their rich anyone wanting to stimulate their flavours and soothing tastes. metabolism and suppress their desire TheR tea is best known as a herbal for sweet foods. beverage that is acquired from the It also reduces bloating and re- aspalathus linearis bush plant grown laxes the intestines. The stomach in South Africa. tea with Rooibos contains menthe Rooibos teas are high in antioxi- longifolia, which acts as a powerful dants and rich in many mineral com- antiseptic to soothe stomach pains ponents such as calcium, potassium, and headaches. It can also be used copper, manganese, zinc, magnesium for bronchial infections, fever, colds and alpha hydroxyl acid. and indigestion. It has already become known as The next time you crave a cup one of the best health drinks for of tea, reach out for the rich sooth- those who care about their fitness ing flavours of herb infused Rooibos and health. teas, which are caffeine free, low in Rooibos teas are completely caf- tannin, rich in minerals and boasts a feine-free and they are therefore ide- The Annique Rooibos & Herbs herbal tea range high volume of antioxidants. ally suited for people suffering from To make a cup of Rooibos tea, insomnia. Results have shown that a simply add one teabag to a cup and cup of “Relax” Rooibos tea by An- pour boiling water into the cup. Al- nique soothes the mind and body pimples, sunburns or any skin related creams. Melissa leaves, which is known for its low to steep for 2 to 5 minutes and and provides you with a restful sleep. conditions. The best part of this su- Now Annique Rooibos has gone antiseptic properties and calming and then drink. Besides all the medicinal benefits per plant is that it is nourishing for one step further to create teas in- antidepressant effects to promote a Over-boiling or placing the tea in Rooibos has for the body, it is good the skin and reduces the signs of fused with herbs to help with certain more restful and relaxing sleep. a microwave may destroy the antioxi- for the skin too. aging. The red tea is ground into a ailments or needs for the body. The The detox tea contains ginger, dants. The alpha hydroxy acid and zinc powder form to be used in chemical range includes delicious teas such as which improves circulation and helps of red tea are great to relieve acne, peels, masks, moisturizers and body the Night Rest Tea which contains to remove toxins from organs. Ginger
10 The Next 48hOURS www.48hours.co.za 01 December - 14 December 2016 TheThe Next Next 48hOURS 48hOURS • Lifestyle• Travel Peak season tips to visiting Table Mountain
The summer peak holiday season has fordable for locals – not only do you warm jacket (just in case) and most kicked in and travellers are arriving in receive a free ticket on your birthday, importantly, your camera. Cape Town, while locals are prepping SA senior citizens and students pay for their year-end adventures. Table less on Fridays. Visit tablemountain. Additional Useful info: Mountain Cableway has joined the net for more information. fun by creating a “How To” guide • Catch the MyCiTi bus service to the for anyone planning to tick South • Beat the crowds: Purchase Early Kloof Nek bus stop before changing Africa’s New7Wonder of Nature off Access tickets online for a return trip over to the FREE MyCiTi 110 shuttle their bucket list. at R375 per ticket. Available from at Lower Tafelberg. Alternatively hop December 15 to January 15, 2017; on to the Red City Sightseeing Bus - • For your convenience buy tick- these are valid from 7.30am. Alter- starting at the Two Oceans Aquarium ets online: Buy your morning or af- natively plan your visit for the after- and stopping at major Cape Town ternoon ticket online at tablemoun- noon when things are slightly quieter. tourist attractions; the service runs tain.net. Not only is having tickets every 20 minutes. in hand more convenient; it also al- • Remember the virtual queue: For more information, visit www.city- lows you to bypass the Ticket Office From December 19 until January 8, sightseeing.co.za. The MyCiTi bus service to the Kloof Nek bus stop will make your queue. Morning tickets are valid from all visitors will need to book a board- visit a breeze 8am to 1pm and afternoon tickets ing pass for their return trip via the • Visit tablemountain.net or fol- are valid from 1pm. Scan your digi- virtual queue kiosks set up at the low @TableMountainCA on Twitter tal ticket and join the faster moving Lower Cableway Station. Visitors to find out if the Cableway is open, They’ll provide you with in-queue esty of Table Mountain. From the Ticket Holders queue. who have hiked up can obtain their what queuing times are like and the entertainment at the bottom and sunsets over the turquoise Atlantic, boarding pass for the trip down at weather at the top. enable you to explore the top of the to the humming cityscape and pano- • Park and ride: Catch the FREE the Wi-Fi Lounge. mountain at your own leisure. ramic views below, the Cableway wel- MyCiTi shuttle from the Lower Tafel- • Free 30-minute guided tours de- comes you, your friends and family berg Road parking lot to the Lower • Much more than free WiFi: Visit part from the Twelve Apostles Ter- • Weather conditions at the Lower to share in a piece of authentic Cape Cableway Station. Departing every 20 the WiFi Lounge, recharge your de- race, below the Shop at the Top and and Upper Cable Stations can vary Town magic with an unforgettable minutes, these shuttles operate from vices and enjoy the delicious on-the- Table Mountain Café, on the hour considerably. Longer queues can be must-do experience. 7am, with the last shuttle leaving the go food and beverage options. Sa- from 9am to 3pm daily. expected if the Cableway is closed for Lower Cableway Station at 7pm. vour the views from the balconies or a few days in a row due to adverse The Cableway operates weather settle down in the comfy seats. Hik- • There is FREE WiFi at the Lower weather conditions. If you are a lo- permitting. • Check out the Special Offers: ers can buy one-way tickets at the Cableway Station. You can use this cal and have more flexibility avoid For more tips or information From 6pm daily, all visitors can take Wi-Fi Lounge from December 19 to to download the free Table Moun- the Cableway’s busiest days between about current specials, vis- advantage of the ½ price Sunset Spe- January 8, 2017. tain Cableway audio tours via the December 19 and January 4. it www.tablemountain.net, or cial promotion. This special runs until Voicemap app (available from the Facebook.com/TableMountainCa December 18 and again from January • Pack right: Remember your walk- Apple or Google Play stores). Once Get above the hustle and bustle this and Twitter.com/TableMountain- 4, 2017. Making things even more af- ing shoes, sun lotion, sunglasses, a downloaded, these tours run offline. holiday season and discover the maj- Ca; or call 021 424 8181. Things to do with the kids at Table Mountain Cableway this festive season
Join Santa and the Christmas Fairy this Christmas Eve and Christmas Day atop the mountain
Avoid hearing “Mom, I’m bored!” on the free guided walks, which depart your next visit to Table Mountain from the Twelve Apostles Terrace this Festive Season. From visits with hourly; or download the free audio some very special mystical characters tours via Voicemap, which is includes to thrilling guided tours and cool all kinds of fascinating facts about upgraded facilities, there is plenty to the fauna and flora and the Cable- see and do to keep your little ones way. occupied. • All of that sightseeing is sure to have you work up quite the appetite Pre-book your tickets online and so do pop by the self-service Table join in on these experiences at Mountain Café; or drop by the all- the Cableway: new WiFi Lounge for a cool drink and free internet access to share your • Pose for a photo with Father amazing Cableway photos with your Christmas and the Christmas Fairy loved ones. this Christmas Eve and Christmas • Pick up a must-have keepsake at Day between 11am and 1pm as eve- the Shop at the Top. More than 95% ryone’s favourite characters from the of the cool items on sale, including North Pole entertain you and your delicious sweets, stuffed toys, cloth- little ones at the Wonder of Nature. ing and accessories are sourced from • Puzzles, word games, colouring local suppliers so get your must-have and more are the highlights of the local memento. free activity books and are sure to keep kids occupied during their awe- The Cableway operates weather inspiring Table Mountain visit. permitting. • Special mystical characters will en- For more information and up- tertain the little ones while you wait dates, visit www.tablemountain. in the queue. net; or call 021 424 8181. • Make it an educational outing with
01 December - 14 December 2016 www.48hours.co.za The Next 48hOURS 11 The Next 48hOURS • The Back Page Death defying stunts, men on Festive spectacle at Emperors Palace fire and Harley action as the Garden of Lights goes live
Carnival City will be a hive of motor- Gold Rand Harley will also invite tep into a Festive Season cycling action on December 10, with motorcyclists to test ride five of their wonderland at the Garden of breathtaking stunts, men on fire, latest Harley-Davidsons. Riders must Lights, located in the mani- Harley-Davidson rides and more. The bring their valid motorcycle driver’s cured gardens at the 5-star event, Fire Stunt, to start in the ven- licence and a crash helmet. Various SPeermont D’oreale Grande hotel, at ue’s parking lot at 2pm, will include Harley-Davidson clubs have been Emperors Palace in Kempton Park, a static display of new and currently invited to display their machines in from December 2 to January 8. owned Harley-Davidson motorcycles. the lot, with a competition to find The event will feature dazzling Live bands and entertainers will the most beautiful, most soulful and lights and colourful characters that perform throughout the afternoon cleanest Harley to be held in the af- have delighted over 900000 visitors and there will be food and refresh- ternoon. and promises to welcome countless ments available at an array of stalls. There will be no admission charge more. Expect an enchanting atmosphere As the sun sets and dusk creeps in, for the activities, apart from Carnival Entry into the garden is R25 two of South Africa’s oldest stunt- City’s standard R10 parking fee. Pro- per person; booking is essential men will literally play with fire. First, ceeds raised through the event will be and can be made online at www. ment. ment Emporium outside Nu Metro 60-year old Enrico Schoeman will be donated to CANSA. webtickets.co.za; or by visiting your Please join us over the festive on selected days. set on fire before riding the gauntlet nearest Pick n’ Pay Money Counter. season to spread a little cheer,’’ through a tunnel of raging flames. All proceeds from ticket sales will be comments Mark Jakins, Peermont The gates to Garden of Lights Then 62-year old Andre de Kock will donated to The Cancer Association Marketing and Regional Operations will be open from 7pm to 10pm crash a burning car through a pyra- of South Africa, and the Peermont Executive. daily, weather permitting. In the mid of burning car wrecks. Childrens and Education Trusts that The lights spectacle promises an event of rainy weather, ticket De Kock and Schoeman are the benefit various community devel- enchanting night out for individu- holders will contacted via sms current holders of the Guinness opment programmes. als; families and younger visitors about moving their bookings to World Record for riding a motorcycle “Many of our families have been to the event can look forward to a different date. through a tunnel of fire. It will be the affected by the horrible scourge of a variety of funfair rides. Provided For those who would like to last stunt ride for Schoeman’s trusty cancer and have lost loved ones to by Happyland, some of the rides make a night of it, Emperors motorbike as it will be auctioned at this disease. And many South Afri- include Jump and Smile, Break Palace offers accommodation the end of the event, with proceeds cans are unable to afford education Dancer, Freeway Fantasy, Helter in four unique hotels. The Fun- raised from the auction to be donat- for their children. This is our way Skelter and the all-time favourite Stays accommodation packag- ed to CANSA. This presents a special of ensuring that a beautiful experi- Ferris Wheel. Stalls selling a variety es start from R820 per person opportunity for motorcycle enthusi- ence, being The Garden of Lights, of food and beverage will also be sharing and includes breakfast. asts to bid on a Guinness World Re- can work for a brighter future for available, including festive season For bookings, visit www.emper- cord-holding motorcycle. The highest many. We are proud of our associa- paraphernalia. As a keepsake, chil- orspalace.com; or call Central bidder will drive away with a famous tion with the Cancer Association of dren can also have a photograph Reservations on 011 928 1928, bike while making a contribution to The action will be hot & intense South Africa and Peermont Trusts taken with Santa Claus at Santa’s or 0860 777 9000 during office a good cause. for children’s education and uplift- Grotto, located in the Entertain- hours.
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