The Herald’s What’s On guide!

• A tribute to the King of Pop in Johannesburg

The festive season is set to become a thrilling musical experience as one of the world’s most-loved tribute productions pays homage to the legendary pop icon, Michael Jackson, in HIStory: King of Pop, in Johannesburg this December. The world-famous King of Pop tribute concert is a two-hour musical spectacular, which takes audiences on a nostalgic journey back to MJ’s early days as a member of the Jackson 5, his ground-breaking theatrics in the 80s and his continued reign as the King of Pop into the 21st century.

Having rung in 2019 with a successful performance run in Cape Town earlier in January, it’s now the turn of Johannesburg fans to experience the music, costumes and amazing production celebrating the iconic Michael Jackson, at Theatre of Marcellus at Emperors Palace from 6 to 22 December 2019. Long-time fans of MJ are in for a treat when they come to experience the HIStory: King of Pop show as they get the full concert experience with accomplished Kimberley-born and Johannesburg-based singer and impersonator Dantanio –electrifying in his role as Jackson – plus a live band, choreographed dancers, authentic costumes, state-of-the-art sound and theatrical lighting, vision and effects.

The phenomenal lighting and effects team makes use of 160+ moving lights and over 2 000 lighting cues to create a production that truly evokes the creative spirit of The King of Pop, live on stage. Expect to hear all the major hits being belted out on stage, such as Thriller, Billie Jean, Smooth Criminal, Bad, Beat It, ABC, Don`t Stop Til You Get Enough, Human Nature, PYT, They Don`t Really Care About Us. Visit https://www.mjhistoryshow.com for more information.

• Silverstar’s Beach Festival in Krugersdorp

Silverstar’s Beach Festival is coming back from Thursday, 5 December 2019 to Saturday, 11 January 2020. For the last four years, The Square has been transformed into a sandy Summer beach from 10am to 10pm daily – except on Christmas Day. No need to pack up half the house and drive for hours for the family to enjoy the sun and sand – and the best part is that entry to Silverstar’s Beach Festival is only R35 for adults, R10 for children and R20 for pensioners!

This year, you can look forward to under-18 beach festivals and a New Year’s bash that will kickstart 2020 in style! Impulse, the under-18 Beach Festival, including top local acts and DJs, will take place on Friday, 6 December and Friday, 10 January 2020 with three different packages: general access, VIP and VVIP. From beach fun for the kids to sunset cocktails for the grown-ups, sizzling food specials, crazy carnival rides and live entertainment, there really is something to appeal to every single member of the family’s sense of holiday fun. Just remember – no food, beverages and cooler boxes allowed in! Visit https://www.tsogosun.com/silverstar-casino/whats-on-silverstar/events/beach-festival-2019 for more information.

• Cradlestone Mall’s Santa’s World of Wonder in Krugersdorp

Starting on Thursday, 5 December 2019, Santa’s World of Wonder comes alive at Cradlestone Mall, with an extravagant range from the Baubles factory, baking workshops, Toy Town, Santa’s Post Office and visits to Santa’s village. Come and experience fun-filled memory-making family moments daily from 10am to 5pm at no cost!

What’s included in our spectacular World of Wonder magical activities?

• The Baubles Factory: Get your imagination running wild with your decorative creativity. Make a bauble yourself and another to donate.

• The Best Bakery in town: Four fun gingerbread workshops per day at 9am/11am/1pm/3pm.

• Toy Town: A dazzling display of the coolest toys to play with. All toys to be donated at the end of the campaign

• Frosty Fun: The star attraction of the super-sized polar bear inflatable.

• Santa’s Post Office: Write a letter to Santa, and your festive wish just might come true.

• Meet Santa: From 5 to 24 December

Visit Cradlestone Mall’s Facebook page or their website https://www.cradlestonemall.co.za for more information.

• Festive activities at Kloofendal Nature Reserve in Roodepoort

Saturday, 23 November and Saturday, 7 December – Frog Evening from 6pm to 8pm.

Put your amphibian fear to the test by attending a frog evening with Warren Schmidt.

Contact Karin on 079 693 5608 or Simphiwe on 082 938 3605 for more information.

Sunday, 1 December – Goldmine Tour from 2pm to 4pm

Find out all about the early gold-miners and how Johannesburg was born by attending a Goldmine Tour with Rod Kruger! Contact Karin on 079 693 5608 or Simphiwe on 082 938 3605 for more information.

Sunday, 8 December – Birding from 7am to 9am

Grab your binoculars and camera and try to snap your favourite bird! Contact Karin on 079 693 5608 or Simphiwe on 082 938 3605 for more information.

Saturday, 14 December – Reptile Walk from 9am to 11am

Tortoises and geckos will be some of the reptiles to be discussed during a Reptile Walk with Warren Schmidt. Contact Warren on 064 704 6605 or Simphiwe on 082 938 3605 for more information.

Sunday, 17 November and Sunday, 15 December – Butterfly Walk from 9am to 11am

Walk in the reserve and catch butterflies under the careful guidance of Grant Egen, who will identify them and give information on each one. Contact Grant on 084 731 3344 or Simphiwe on 082 938 3605 for more information.

• The Fertility Show Africa (FSA) coming to Gauteng

Africa’s first dedicated fertility show takes place in Johannesburg to help the estimated one in six couples battling infertility issues. Fertility Show Africa (FSA) offers visitors a unique opportunity to meet face-to-face with leading fertility, adoption and surrogacy specialists as well as alternative fertility solutions and products in one place, at one time and in a discreet and supportive environment, making the show an invaluable resource for those looking to start or expand their family. FSA takes place on Friday, 6 March and Saturday, 7 March 2020 at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand, Gauteng. For more details, visit https://www.fertilityshowafrica.co.za.

• Randfontein Rugbyklub Gholfdag in Krugersdorp

Randfontein Rugbyklub nooi die gemeenskap uit na hul gholfdag wat op Vrydag, 29 November by Krugersdorp Gholfklub gaan plaasvind. Die afslaan is omstreeks 11.30vm. Verwelkomingsverversings sal voorsien word en na die dag op die gholfbaan kan alle gaste die aand lekker saam met die Teine Boys kuier. Vir meer inligting oor die gholfdag, stuur ‘n epos aan die Randfontein Rugbyklub by randfonteinrc@telkomsa.net of skakel vir Johan Cronje by 061 323 8367.

• Gender-based violence awareness campaign in Westonaria

The Simelane Heritage Foundation will hold a gender-based violence awareness campaign at the Westonaria Borwa Taxi Rank on Saturday, 23 November. The event starts at 8.30am. The event consist of various activities and speeches by local stakeholders, including police, social workers and pastors. There will also be a 1,5km walk. The reason for this campaign is the alarming increase in incidences of abuse and rape in Westonaria.

• Gogo Christmas party coming to Mohlakeng

SADMON, a social impact agency, in conjunction with Chomaka Catering, is planning to host a Gogo Christmas event for the elderly (bonkgono) in Mohlakeng on Friday, 20 December. The event enjoys the support of the Rand West City Local Municipality and some local businesses.

• Public invited to meeting with police, CPF in Loumarina

The Randfontein Police and CPF Sector 5 are inviting everyone from the community to join the public meeting that will be held on Thursday, 21 November from 7pm at the Clan Doyle Venue at the corner of Road 9 and Elizabeth Road in Loumarina. For more information, please contact Henry Boyce on 073 444 5864.

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• Randfontein Skou skop af met ‘n lekker partytjie!

Die 34ste Randfontein Skou vind van 5 tot 8 Maart 2020 by die Greenhills Stadion plaas en skop vir die eerste keer op Donderdag, 5 Maart om 6nm af met ‘n groot partytjie in die Skoumarkiestent. Kom dans saam met topkunstenaars Kurt Darren, Die Campbells, Dirk van der Westhuizen, Petro de Villiers (The Voice), Vincent Gordon en Abel Knobel. Daar is ‘n groot prys op die spel vir die beste danspaartjie van die aand en al die dansliefhebbers word genooi om deel te neem. Ander groot pryse, onder andere vakansies, skoukaartjies, mallemeulekaartjies, etegeskenkbewyse en nog vele meer kan die aand gewen word. Skoubesoekers word genooi om hulle Skoukaartjie se afskeurstrokie saam te bring Skoutent toe om deel te neem aan al die gelukstrekkings. Skoutoegangspryse bly dieselfde as in 2019. Goedkoper toegangskaartjies (slegs volwassenes) sal van 27 Januarie tot 4 Maart beskikbaar wees. Besoek hul webblad by https://www.randfonteinshow.co.za vir meer inligting. Die volledige Skouprogram sal vanaf 8 Januarie 2020 op die webwerf beskikbaar wees. Volg hulle ook op Facebook en Instagram.

Navrae: Skoukantoor 011 412 2878/1562 of epos joy@randfonteininfo.co.za.

• A Christmas Experience in Krugersdorp

Come and enjoy a magical, fun-filled family experience at the Real Life Church in Krugersdorp on 4, 5 and 6 December. Don’t miss spectacular lights, kids activities, live characters, a Christmas Market, delicious food, Christmas carols, mini train rides and so much more. Entrance fee is R10 – all proceeds go to the ‘Door of Care and Safety’. Contact Sam on 082 414 5275.

• Kersskouspel in Pretoria

Moet nie vanjaar se Kersfees Skouspel op 16 Desember om 3nm by die Sun Arena van Time Square in Pretoria misloop nie. Die wêreldbekende Leo Sayer tree as internasionale gaskunstenaar op. Gehore kan verder uitsien na 11 van Suid-Afrika se topkunstenaars, onder andere Nianell, Jak de Priester, Mathys Roets, Joshua na die Reën, Monique, Pieter Smith, Tasché (wenner van The Voice), Steffie le Roux, Granville Michaels, Alwyn Oberholster en Scott Engelbrecht! Besoek https://www.kersfeesskouspel.co.za vir meer inligting.

• NAG brings gaming’s best to the 2020 Rand Show

The new-look Rand Show just got bigger and better for gamers and geeks. The show’s Play Zone 2 is being transformed into every escapist’s dream as the Festival of Gaming explodes onto the scene from 8 to 13 April 2020. The team at NAG has partnered with the Rand Show to turn Hall 8 into an epic geek destination. The Festival of Gaming will play host to a variety of video games, gadgets, tech, e-sports and cosplay, plus a feast of other pop culture delights. Digital battles, booming bandwidth, all the gaming and tech gadgets you need and loads of cool toys, collectables and must-have gear, along with tournaments and other digital attractions, will be on hand to tempt seasoned geeks and newcomers alike. Another exciting addition to the Festival of Gaming will be the World Cosplay Summit (WCS) South African Championship. Tickets to the Rand Show will go on sale on Black Friday 29 November 2019 on the Rand Show website at https://randshow.co.za/.

• SA feature film, Bhai’s Cafe, to make its national big-screen release on Valentine’s Day 2020

Bhai’s Café is set to make its national big-screen release on Valentine’s Day 2020. The 100-minute film is filled with drama, romance and good humour. It is produced by Razia Rawoot and Maynard Kraak, who also serves as director. Bhai’s Cafe focuses on “family, urban gentrification and romance with a Bollywood touch” and was filmed entirely on location in Cape Town. For more info about Bhai’s Café and the entire film festival, visit https://www.joburgfilmfestival.co.za/.

• Marvel sets its sights on the 2020 Rand Show

The Rand Show is excited to announce that just like a real super-hero, the Marvel Find Your Power Junior Super Hero Training Academy will be swooping in to thrill families at the 2020 show. This experience is not only a brand-new addition to one of SA’s most iconic events, but it is also a unique offering that families will not be able to experience just anywhere. In line with a host of new offerings and the pledge from organisers that there will be a new world to #discover next year, the unique training academy is a Marvel-themed event for children up to 12 years old, and will see them learning the moves of some of Marvel’s most well-known super-hero characters in specially curated sessions. This Black Friday you can secure fantastic discounts on your family’s Rand Show entry. Visit https://www.randshow.co.za on 29 November to secure your discounted tickets.

• Four-day soccer tourney coming to Greenhills

The Super Tigers Football Club will hold a 2019 Tigers Development Community Games Tournament over four days this festive season. The tournament, for the age groups of U/7 to U/10, will be held from 13 December to 16 December 2019 at the Greenhills Stadium. According to Bongani Ace Duiker, owner and coach of the club, matches will start at 10am. Contact Ace on 083 490 2897 for more information.

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