What’s happening in and around town?
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• 28 November 2018 to 6 January 2019: A Christmas Carol at Montecasino
Crewworks brings A Christmas Carol to life as you have never seen it before. Jason Ralph (Phantom of the Opera, Shakespeare in Love) will portray Scrooge in Charles Dickens’ timeless tale of warmth and redemption. It promises to be a sumptuous banquet for the eyes, ears and imagination. Introducing several ghosts and characters from his past, present and future, the play takes us on an emotional journey from the old Scrooge’s tight-fisted, miserly ways, to the new Scrooge – spreading goodwill and cheer through his generous spirit. Perfect for the entire family, this outing is bound to become a family tradition! For more information, visit Computicket.
• 28 November to 8 December: Transforming Arts/ Transforming Lives conference and festival at Wits University
Drama For Life has great pleasure in announcing its 10th Drama for Life Conference and Festival ‘Transforming Arts/ Transforming Lives’ which will be held at Wits University. This unique initiative will feature a wide range of topics from trauma and gender, sexualities, the body politic to aesthetic disruptions, Africa and the reclamation of spirituality, children and theatre, youth theatre and sexual health as well as arts therapies for mental health and wellness. The Arts in Conversation Series, curated in partnership with DFL’s key stakeholders and leading arts organisations, is but one of the many highlights of this exceptional Conference and festival that will enhance the knowledge base and experience of artists, community artists, arts healers and arts therapists, arts and cultural leaders and managers, arts educators, arts academics and arts researchers, and arts activists. The festival leg presents a host of cutting-edge productions by established as well as young and upcoming producers while premiering Pina, an interdisciplinary work by Drama for Life artist in residence Kwanele Finch Thusi and Eclipsed, a new play by Tlotlego Gaogakwe and Warren Nebe, performed by the Drama for Life Theatre Company. In addition to the above, Drama for Life is hosting three significant moments: the official opening of the 10th Drama for Life Conference and Festival (28/11), a donor and partner lunch (29/11) and a 10th birthday celebration for Drama for Life (01/12). Visit www.dramafrolife.co.za for more information.
• 30 November to 2 December: Fun activity for kids at the Parkview Charity Christmas Market
No matter where you are in the world, Christmas is all about family, love and great food. Nicarela Charity has made every effort to ensure that every member of your family gets to experience this. For the past 11 years, the Parkview Charity Christmas Market has been a festive family event with lots to do for children of all ages as well as parents. It takes place at the George Hay Park in Parkview. While the adults keep themselves busy with a variety of activities such as shopping, sipping gin, or simply watching the time go by in the park, children can occupy themselves with different activities such as sand art, face-painting, nail art, temporary tattoos, wood-painting crafts, candle-dipping, play in the snow tent and train rides. The kiddies with a more adventurous spirit can enjoy bungee, rocket, the paintball shooting range and the mechanical bull. Visit the Facebook page Parkview Charity Christmas Market or the website www.nicarela.org for more information.
• 30 November: Barry Hilton at Silverstar
Fresh from stellar performances in Hong Kong and Singapore, legendary SA comedian Barry Hilton will thrill Silverstar. Barry continues to enjoy one the most successful careers in SA stand-up history. He has been wowing audiences for a phenomenal 35 years! And is still criss-crossing this country and the world with his unique approach to things we all have in common and a hilarious take on our quirks and differences. He’s known for never going for the easy gags, cheap shots and lazy punch lines of dirty and vulgar comedy. If you’re lucky enough to remember one of the jokes that fly your way during a show, you’ll be able to tell it to anybody from your boss to your gran. So make sure you don’t’ miss this opportunity to see one of the very best comedians – in South Africa and the whole world – in action at Silverstar. For further information, please visit silverstar.co.za #LoveSilverstar
• Until 2 December: Fun activity for kids at the Parkview Charity Christmas Market
No matter where you are in the world, Christmas is all about family, love and great food. Nicarela Charity has made every effort to ensure that every member of your family gets to experience this. For the past 11 years, the Parkview Charity Christmas Market has been a festive family event with lots to do for children of all ages as well as parents. It takes place at the George Hay Park in Parkview. While the adults keep themselves busy with a variety of activities such as shopping, sipping on gin, or simply watching the time go by in the park, children can occupy themselves with different activities such as sand art, face-painting, nail art, temporary tattoos, wood-painting crafts, candle-dipping, play in the snow tent and train rides. The kiddies with a more adventurous spirit can enjoy bungee, rocket, the paintball shooting range and the mechanical bull. Visit the Facebook page Parkview Charity Christmas Market or the website www.nicarela.org for more information.
• 30 November to 31 December: Queen creates their own kinda magic at Emperors Palace
The world-famous Queen show, It’s A Kinda Magic, is back, bringing you the best of the band’s legendary music. Don’t miss the spectacular on stage at Emperors Palace. Painstaking attention has been paid to all the music, the iconic voice of Freddie Mercury, the amazing guitar solos of Brian May and the groundbreaking rock harmonies. And, with state-of-the-art sound, lighting and authentic costumes, this is as close as you can get to the real thing. For more information, visit Computicket or Emperors Palace.
• 1 December: Randfontein Festive Fever in Wheatlands
Sky Bar presents various artists namely Nasty C, Busiswa, Maphorisa, Sketchy Bongo, DA Capo, Ankle Tap, DJ Black Uzzie, DJ Grizzly, Pro-Tee, Soulful G as well as other local DJs and West Side FM DJs at the Randfontein Festive Fever in Wheatlands. Gates open at 12 noon and the adress is 176 Lazar Avenue, Wheatlands, Randfontein. Camping chairs and umbrellas are allowed. Kids zone (under fours are free). There will also be a beer garden, food court and vendor alley. Contact 082 686 0522 or 072 568 8339 for more information.
• 1 to 2 December: Walter Sisulu Botanical Garden Christmas Carols and Market in Roodepoort
Head to the Walter Sisulu Botanical Garden in Poortview, Roodepoort for their annual Christmas carols and market. Be entertained by The Welsh Male Voice Choir of SA as well as various other artists while enjoying the market stalls where one can start one’s festive season shopping. Visit their Facebook page for more information.
• 1 December: Scholars have a chance to win a VIP experience
The Wild West Show, hosted by DJ Grizzly – SA in association with Skybar and Lounge, will be giving three learners a chance to win a VIP experience at the Randfontein Festive Fever show. Learners from Krugersdorp, Randfontein and Roodepoort have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to win an experience that they will never forget. The Wild West Show will be co-hosting the biggest music event to happen on the West Rand. “In order for learners to win the VIP experience, they must make a 30-second video of themselves dancing to a song that one of the artists will be performing at the event. They must post the video on the Skybar and Lounge Facebook page and ask friends to like and share the video. The owners of the three videos with the most likes and shares will be the winners of the VIP experience,” DJ Grizzly – SA said. Artists who will be performing on the day include Nasty C, Sketchy Bongo, DJ Grizzly – SA, Maphorisa, Busiswa, Dacapo and more. Part of the VIP experience package is transport to and from the venue, food and refreshments. Skybar is situated at 176 Lazar Avenue, Wheatlands, Randfontein. For more information, call Kalego on 073 383 9191.
• 1 December: Health Fun Walk and Run in Randfontein
The Methodist Church of South Africa will raise funds through a Family Health Walk and Run at 116 Main Reef Road in Randfontein. Michael Sebopa, coordinator of the event, said it aims to promote a healthy lifestyle and help to reduce the impact of the HIV/ Aids pandemic in the community. Registration will be between 5am and 6.30am and the programme will start at 7am. For more information, call Michael on 072 096 4551 or email sebopa.michael@gmail.com. Alternatively, call Pitso Moahlodi on 082 484 1424 or email him at pitso.moahlodi@gmail.com.
• 2 December: Carols by Glowsticks evening in Greenhills
The Randfontein Baptist Church would like to invite the community of Randfontein to a Carols by Glowsticks evening, starting at 6.30pm. Everyone is invited to come and celebrate Christmas early. Traditional Christmas Carols will be sung and special items presented by the church’s Children’s and Youth Ministries. The evening will be a special evening for the whole family. People are asked to bring one item of non-perishable food that will be donated to the poor. Dress is casual. Contact 083 352 1472 for more information
• 2 December: Randfontein Bowling Club Fun Day
The public is invited to a Fun Day at the Randfontein Bowling Club. Come and enjoy the day with club members and the rest of the community from 10.30am. • Details: Tommy Parrot on 072 823 4302.
• 6 to 16 December: Tina – Simply the Best is coming to Roodepoort Theatre!
Joburg can’t get enough of Tina – Simply The Best! This sensational show, highlighting the unforgettable hits from the legend herself, Tina Turner, now travels to the Roodepoort Theatre on the West Rand, providing ideal family entertainment for the festive season. Enjoy the electrifying concert experience of Tina Turner with this full stage production brimming with Tina hits from the 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s which features the powerful, raspy vocals and thrilling stage presence of Caroline Borole live on stage, complete with band, brass section, backing vocalist and dancers to make this the definitive tribute and a fabulous fun night out for the family. Hear all the energetic Rock and soulful RnB hits that made Tina Turner one of the 20th century’s biggest names in music, including Simply the Best, What’s Love Got To Do With It, River Deep Mountain High, Proud Mary, Nutbush City Limits, We Don’t Need Another Hero, What You Get Is What You See, Private Dancer and many more.
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