Aweh! Find out what’s happening in Durbs

CHOIR, gospel and hilarious classical music to uplift and revitalise you and a 5km run/walk in pink. This coming weekend and week cater to a varied entertainment palate.

Saturday, November 18

World-renowned SA youth choir comes to Durban

Talented South Africans are no strangers to making a name for themselves on the international stage, and the Mzansi Youth Choir is one such talent. In May, the choir gave a breathtaking performance that earned them the first-ever audience golden buzzer moment on the America’s Got Talent stage. They not only progressed to the semi-finals but also performed in the finals on September 26. Although they didn’t win, they were invited to perform a traditional song and the Coldplay signature song, Fix You, with Coldplay at two sold-out concerts in San Diego and Los Angeles. The choir is now embarking on a national tour, including a stop in Durban, South Africa, on November 18, where they will make their debut live show appearance. Another first for the choir – they will perform with Canadian alt-pop duo Neon Dreams.

This is all happening at The Globe at Suncoast Casino Entertainment World on November 18 at 20:00. Tickets are available at https://www.quicket.co.za/events/132949-mzansi-youth-choir/#/ from R250 per ticket.

For more information, contact Joanne Hayes from Tumbleweed Communications at 083 627 7249 or email tigerjo@iafrica.com.

New breast cancer support group meeting

A new breast cancer support group called Abreast will be meeting at Red Point Church at 80a Caversham Road, Pinetown. The first meeting will be held on Saturday, November 18, from 10:00 to 12:00.

The meeting will be facilitated by Liesl Way who is a physiotherapist and certified lymphoedema therapist.

Speaking to the Highway Mail, Way said a diagnosis of breast cancer is often a formidable and overwhelming start to a journey of courage and vulnerability. A key to walking this journey with confidence is to surround oneself with supportive family and friends, as well as knowledgeable and caring healthcare providers.

She said breast cancer treatment is a vital lifesaving intervention but can lead to a complication known as secondary lymphoedema.

According to the physiotherapist, this can reduce shoulder mobility and strength and lead to poor posture which will compromise the efficiency of the lymphatic system.

She advised that early intervention and education are key in preventing the progression of this condition.

Attendance for the support group is free but prebooking is essential. Phone or WhatsApp on 060 663 4398 by Monday, November 13.

Gospel concert to knock your socks off

If you’re looking for a worship experience extraordinaire, join the 4th Annual Kings and Queens of Gospel, A Royal Kingdom Worship Experience, at the Playhouse from 18:00 until 23:00 on Saturday, November 18.

“You need to be revived, restored, refreshed and to rejoice? Then come and bask in worship from the Throne Room. Our line-up promises to speak to your soul, and by the end of the evening, you will be singing your own song. Buying your ticket for this fundraising event will contribute towards Ikhono Foundation’s empowerment and outreach programmes. This is where glitz and glam meet worship. You’ll be treated to an unforgettable experience from the minute you set foot on the sidewalk till the main venue,” said a spokesperson for the Kings and Queens of Gospel.

Tickets can be booked at Webtickets here: https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/seating.aspx?itemid=1535389620

Visit the Beachwood Mangroves

The North Durban Honorary Officers will host their next open morning on Saturday, November 18 at the Beachwood Mangroves Nature Reserve.

According to honorary officer Brian High, gates open from 08:00 until 13:00 and entrance is free.

“Bring the whole family for an amazing morning in this little corner of paradise. You can choose between guided walks or self-walks along the winding boardwalks through the vegetation while observing the different species of crabs, mudskippers and other wildlife. Importantly, you get to understand how they survive in this environment as well as how and why the mangroves are here and their function in the ecosystem. We also have plants that we’ve grown at our own nursery for sale for the garden enthusiasts,” he said.

High added there is also a bird walk, which starts at 08:15 sharp.

“Bookings for this bird walk can be made on our Facebook page: Beachwood Mangroves Nature Reserve. Bookings are essential as numbers are limited.”

Wellness Day for the Guys

Hey, guys, in support of Movember, you can take part in a day of spoiling and learn information about your health. There will be a barber shop, live sport, free health checks, food and wellness stalls and fun for the kids – so you can bring them along with you to the Westville Country Club at 1 Link Road, Westville, from 12:00 to 18:00 on Saturday, November 18.

Support some awesome causes and learn about men’s health. There will be discussions with guest speakers on men’s mental and emotional health, as well, starting at 14:00. You can also enjoy some self-care at the barber shop with privacy screens set up or book a session with one of their healing and well-being practitioners. On top of that, you can get free health checks or get your vitality wellness check done, and you can support the SANBS blood drive. There will be an array of wellness vendors and food stalls.

For more information, contact Shazia at 073 934 4402.

 

Sunday, November 19

Previous event postponed to November 19

The 7th Annual CANSA Shades of Pink Fun run/walk was postponed from Sunday, October 29 to Sunday, November 19 due to poor weather conditions. The 5km run/walk will start at 08:00 at Davenport Square in Glenwood. The aim is to raise funds for CANSA and to wear pink while you’re at it.

Come rain or shine, CANSA’s commitment to supporting breast cancer awareness remains unwavering!

The run will be in person or virtual. Virtual participants need to send their running results from any running/fitness app for major prizes to be won.

Tickets are still available for R100 at https://qkt.io/6m10MF
Kids under 10 enter for free.

For more information, contact Natasha Brown at 081 477 8947 or nbrown@cansa.org.za.

 

The whole weekend

The King of Broken Things play

The King of Broken Things is back by popular demand. The play is a multi-award-winning whimsical, profound and poignant one-hander by Theatresmiths’ Michael Taylor Broderick, featuring Cara Roberts (as a young boy). You can watch one or all of the three shows at the Bridge Theatre in Durban North, situated at the Northlands Primary School campus (20 Gleneagles Drive) on Friday, November 17 at 19:00, Saturday, November 18 at 16:00 and Sunday, November 19 at 16:00.

“The King of Broken Things. . . is a show about hope, about fixing and mending, about forgiving and about healing – all of these are key ingredients that are much needed in our beloved country right now,” says writer/producer/director Michael Taylor Broderick.

The King of Broken Things gently deals with many issues facing society today: bullying, prejudice, gratuitous waste, absent fathers and the futility and consequences of war. All of these themes are keenly and wryly observed by the young protagonist. Because these ideas are expressed by a child, they are more honest and forthright – acceptance is where change and healing begin.

Book your tickets in advance through Webtickets. Tickets are R120 or R140 each.
There will be guarded on-site parking

 

Tuesday, November 21

Epilepsy awareness tea

Woza Moya and Friends will be holding a tea to raise awareness about epilepsy at their Ubuntu Ground Cafe at Hillcrest Aids Centre Trust at 307/957 Lucas Drive in Hillcrest.

Bronwyn Burnett, a long-serving volunteer, will talk about living with epilepsy. There will be a time to ask questions. Coffee/tea and cake are included for R25 – we will be decorating purple cupcakes. Dress in purple! RSVP Paula on wozamoya@hillaids.org.za

Wednesday, November 22

Can side-splitting laughter and classical music mix?

Starting on Wednesday, November 22 and continuing on until Sunday, December 3, Macbob Productions follows on from their remarkable success of last year’s season of Classical Comedy. The Durban City Orchestra and the Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre management are delighted to present some more Classical Comedy – the madcap outrageous musical comedy collaboration, which
comes to the Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre on the UKZN campus to welcome the festive season.

The production will build on from last year’s inaugural season – with a reprise of many of the
fabulous sketches and tunes, as well as some sparkling new ones.

Join Durban’s own Aaron Mcilroy and Lisa Bobbert as they once more boldly go where no
right-minded comedians should ever venture – the sacred space of The Orchestra. No
sonata is sacred. No movement, unmortified as they migrate from Bach to Beethoven… to
Bedlam. This is a musical celebration fit for the whole family, guaranteed to bring a chuckle to
Tchaikovsky, a roar to Radetsky and a burp to Brahms!

Classical Comedy is once more directed by the multi-talented Darren King and
choreographed by Daisy Spencer. Lisa and Aaron are joined by their son, Declan, who is out of
sight handling spotlights, and two of their daughters, Kaylee and Grace. The girls, now all
grown up and looking fab, provide backing vocals, some contemporary and ballet dancing,
and on-stage assistance.

The Durban City Orchestra (DCO) is one of the longest-running orchestras in the country. It
is independent of the KwaZulu Natal Philharmonic Orchestra and is made up of independent professionals; active and retired music teachers; university music students and part-time musicians who participate voluntarily for the love of music and of performing together.

Tickets can be booked through Computicket and are R200 and R180 for pensioners and students. There is safe on-site parking, and the Sneddon has a generator in the event of load-shedding.

The show times are as follows:
Week one:
Wednesday, November 22 – 19:00
Thursday, November 23 – 19:00
Friday, November 24 – 19:00
Saturday, November 25 – 15:00
Sunday, November 26 – 15:00
Week two:
Thursday, November 30 – 19:00
Friday, December 1 – 19:00
Saturday, December 2 – 15:00 and 19:00
Sunday, December 3 – 15:00

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