Aweh! Find out what’s happening in Durbs
From live performances to classic film showings, there’s much to do this week. There is still a chance to have fun with your partner, friends or family before going back to work and school.
BROWSE below to find something that is just your thing from the array of activities happening this coming week.
Friday, January 19 (until January 21)
Extreme Magic at the Durban Rhumbelow Theatre
Brendon Peel and Li Lau will be performing their uniquely wonderful Extreme Magic, after coming fresh from a live feature from the world-famous strip in Las Vegas! They have conquered world stages on TV and theatres alike and have become the only South African act in history to make it to the semi-finals of the global TV show phenomenon, Got Talent: ALL STARS. Brendon Peel and Li Lau have created many new and unique magic acts and illusions that have taken the world by storm. From wowing Simon Cowell on Britain’s Got Talent to being interviewed by the late legend, Derek Watts himself, Peel and Lau have taken their unique brand of magic to new and fascinating heights. Prepare to witness the impossible made possible in front of your very eyes! From daring feats to mind-boggling magic tricks and unique acts of mind-reading, this show is a guaranteed treat for the whole family.
The show will start at 19:30 on January 19 and 20 while it will start at 14:00 on January 21. The venue is 42 Cunningham Road off Bartle Road, Durban, and will be open 90 minutes before the show. Bring food picnic baskets or buy food and drinks at the venue. There will be a bar available – no alcohol may be brought onto the premises.
Tickets cost R180 per adult and R150 per child under 13 years. Book either with Roland at roland@stansell.co.za or Computicket.
Singer-songwriter Wren Hinds live in Durban
Fresh off the heels of two sold-out UK shows in London and Brighton, singer-songwriter Wren Hinds will bring his celebrated show to Durban for one night, on January 19, at St Clements on Musgrave at 191 Musgrave Road, Berea. The show starts at 19:00.
A new chapter takes soft, sure shape for the Cape Town-based artist who recently signed a full record deal with the iconic British label – Bella Union – Fleet Foxes, Beach House, Father John Misty, Midlake, Explosions in the Sky, The Czars.
Wren’s life began on the South Coast of Kwazulu-Natal. His father was a musician, his mother a landscape painter. While his dad inspired Wren to record whenever and wherever he could, his mother’s artform coloured his approach to songwriting: ‘Painting with sound’ is Wren’s description – a methodology illustrated by his use of light, shade and space to communicate powerful impressions and feelings.
Meanwhile, recent parenthood helped crystallise Wren’s perspective on the trials of our times. “I try not to be too pessimistic about the future, especially now that I have a kid. It forces me to look at the beauty in humanity and the mysterious nature of this place we call home. I guess, like everyone else, I’m often trying to figure out how it all fits together, and how we fit into this story… Now that I’m a father, I’d rather live in hope than in fear.”
Tickets are R120 via Quicket.
Friday, January 19 (continues until Sunday, February 4)
Artists’ Walkabout exhibition at KZNSA Art Gallery
You’re invited to an Artist-led walkabout of ‘Bazobuya… they will come back’, curated by Lawrence Lemaoana on Friday, January 19 from 11:00.
‘Bazobuya’ references the musical group, the Soul Brothers’ 1990 song of the same title, echoing the lament of children, mothers and wives of husbands who have left home due to the migrant labour system in South Africa. It is a Zulu phrase which translates to ‘they will come back’ and is here used as an umbrella term to speak to various issues concerning the socio-political navigations of black men in South Africa.
The participating artists are:
Bongani Ndlovu (@mm_bonga)
Hoek Swaratihe (@hoek_swaratlhe)
Lusanda Ndita (@lusandandita)
Mlondi Magubane (@my.eye.is.your.eye)
Ngoma KaMphahlele (@legacy_lenz)
This exhibition is funded by the National Art Council (NAC)
Sunday, January 21
Karkloof Falls Hike and Picnic
Durban Hiking and Adventures has organised a day filled with adventure and fun on Sunday, January 21 from 07:30 until 12:00. Activities include hiking, walking, swimming, picnicking, braaing, fishing and tubing – bring your own gear for fishing and tubing. Meet at 07:30 at Greendale SuperSPAR parking lot. From there, they will drive in convoy. Bring hiking boots/shoes and water for the hike and food, drinks and a picnic blanket for the picnic after the hike. The hike will cover a distance of approximately 8km which will take 3 hours. The hike is graded Grade 1 (regular hiker) and Grade 2 (casual hiker). Tickets cost R240 per adult and R150 per child under 13 years – this fee also includes your entry fee to Karkloof Falls and the picnic site. For transportation from Durban to the reserve, tickets cost R490 per person. Tickets are limited. Book on Quicket.
Kenneth Stainbank Trail Run – finale of the 2024 Coastal Series
Get ready to unleash your inner trailblazer at the Kenneth Stainbank Trail Run 2024 – a wild ride through the heart of Durban’s urban gem, the Kenneth Stainbank Nature Reserve in Yellowwood Park! Picture this: purpose-built single tracks, wide-open grasslands and indigenous forests, all against the backdrop of the historic Coedmore Castle. Encounter zebras and antelope as you navigate the fast-paced and easy-to-love courses. Whether you’re a seasoned trail runner or a first-timer, this rehabilitated dairy farm promises an exhilarating experience like no other. Don’t miss out on the adventure.
For your information:
There will be a 15km, 10km and 5km. Starts are 06:00, 06:30 and 07:00 respectively. Prices are R230, R195 and R135 respectively.
U18s pay half-price and pensioners get 25% off. Registration and late entries are open from 05:30. (R50 late entry fee applies to adults.)
Wednesday, January 24
Carry on Sergeant at Rhumbelow Film Club
Rhumbelow Film Club in Durban will be showing Carry on Sergeant (1958) at 18:30. The films are available for members only. Please contact Roland at roland@stansell.co.za to become a member of the Film Club.
Also read: Beaches north of Durban closed after heavy rain
Friday, January 26 (and January 27)
Walk the Line – A Tribute to Johnny Cash
Rhumbelow Northlands presents Walk the Line – A Tribute to Johnny Cash. The performance will star The Black Lapels (Rob Warren, Garth Warren and Gareth Gale) with great music and top-notch musicianship, featuring Colin Peddie on guitar and vocals and Tori Du Plessis on keyboard and vocals. Enjoy the timeless music of Johnny Cash, which is a sun-soaked journey through country and rock, echoing the soul of Americana. His rugged voice and timeless tales ignite the summer air with raw emotion.
Venue: Northlands Bowling Club, 50 Margaret Mayton Ave, Durban North.
The show will run on January 26 and January 27. Both shows will start at 19:30. The venue opens 90 minutes before the show for snacks and drinks at the bar.
Tickets cost R200 for the public and R180 for Northlands Bowling Club members. You are welcome to bring food picnic baskets. No alcohol may be brought onto the premises. No children under 5 years are allowed. Booking is essential.
Book at Computicket or email Roland at roland@stansell.co.za. For more information, contact Roland at 082 499 8636.
Friday, January 26 (until January 28)
Mr and Mrs Normal at Rhumbelow
Rhumbelow Durban presents Mr and Mrs Normal. Join the indomitable Aaron McIlroy and Lisa Bobbert as they embark on their newest comedy serving – Mr and Mrs Normal. This all-you-can-eat comedy buffet is a zany musical smorgasbord to cater for all theatrical tastes. Featuring brand-new characters and a few old favourites, not to mention show-stopping music, Mr and Mrs Normal is the perfect comedic cleanse to finish the holiday season with a bang! Directed and choreographed by the multi-talented Daisy Spencer, this is a festive fiesta not to be missed!
Venue: 42 Cunningham Road off Bartle Road, Durban.
The show will run on Friday, January 26 and Saturday, January 27. The venue opens 90 minutes before the show for snacks and drinks at the bar. Tickets cost R200. You are welcome to bring food picnic baskets. No alcohol may be brought onto the premises. Booking is essential.
Show times:
Friday, January 26 – show starts at 19:30
Saturday, January 27 – show at 14:00
Saturday, January 27 – show starts at 19:30
Sunday, January 28 – show starts at 14:00
Book at Computicket or email Roland at roland@stansell.co.za. For more information, contact Roland at 082 499 8636.
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