MotherCity Theatre Productions is proud to announce the professional South African premiere of THE ADDAMS FAMILY Musical by Andrew Lippa, Marshal Brickman and Rick Elice.Based on the beloved characters created by Charles Addams, THE ADDAMS FAMILY Musical centres around the eccentric, macabre, and ghoulish Addams family, led by Gomez and Morticia Addams. With witty one-liners, crazy characters, spooky effects and all the weird wonderfulness fans of the most outrageous family ever have come to … [Read more...] about Cape Town – Are You Ready for The Addams Family Musical?
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Karoo sun smiled on 21st SPAR Kirkwood Wildsfees
Perfect warm winter weather greeted the thousands of festinos who flocked to the 21st annual SPAR Kirkwood Wildsfees over the weekend of June 28 to June 30.Attendance was six percent up year-on-year to over 42 000 people through the gates, with consistent growth from 2022.The biggest attendance increase was 45 percent on the Sunday, following a capacity Saturday crowd.Big attractions were the revitalised Walk on the Wildside marquee with displays by Addo Elephant National Park, Endangered … [Read more...] about Karoo sun smiled on 21st SPAR Kirkwood Wildsfees
2024 Standard Bank Ovations Awards
The energy was contagious as artists from the National Arts Festival’s Fringe gathered at The Monument in Makhanda at midnight on Saturday, 29 June for a ceremony to announce the 2024 Standard Bank Ovations Awards winners.Standard Bank Ovations are awarded throughout the Festival to shows on the Fringe that stand out. Shows that have earned an Ovation carry the badge on their show pages and posters to guide audiences to the best of the Fringe. The panel sees all the new works on the Fringe and … [Read more...] about 2024 Standard Bank Ovations Awards
An Actor, Nobel Prize Winner, Director and Singers Walk into a Bar. What do they have in Common?
Brown Sugar Oceans Celebrates One Year as KZN’s Premier Luxury Hybrid Lifestyle Restaurant Umhlanga, KZN - June 2024: Brown Sugar Oceans, KZN’s illustrious high-end and hybrid lifestyle restaurant, proudly marks one year of… Read More on MyPR.co.za … [Read more...] about An Actor, Nobel Prize Winner, Director and Singers Walk into a Bar. What do they have in Common?
Sunny skies predicted for SPAR Kirkwood Wildsfees
Perfect weather is predicted for the SPAR Kirkwood Wildsfees, which runs from Friday, June 28 to Sunday, June 30.Visitors to the Eastern Cape’s favourite family festival will be enthralled by the selection of over 300 selected stalls, will be shouting “yee haw!” during high-energy horse shows, and inspired by the conservation theme in the refreshed Walk on the Wildside marquee, promises Wildsfees director Jenni Honsbein.Visitors will be able to find out more about the province’s rich marine, … [Read more...] about Sunny skies predicted for SPAR Kirkwood Wildsfees
Are You Expecting a Visit from an Electrician Today?
Then have a look at these one liner jokes that you could try out on your Sparky of choice.Looking at the list Straton Electrical has highlighted this one; “What do you call a group of electricians? A power grid.” as being particularly clever.So here goes:Strtaon Electrical Gqeberha, Nelson Mandela BayThe electrician was not a fan of marriage. He preferred to stay single phase.Why did the electrician quit his job? He couldn’t handle the current workload.Did you hear about the electrician who got … [Read more...] about Are You Expecting a Visit from an Electrician Today?
Making Comedy Come Alive in Gqeberha
Jermaine Mattroos, hailing from the vibrant community of Eldorado Park in Johannesburg, has swiftly risen to prominence in Gqeberha, with his collaborative shows and innovative takes on popular songs. His journey into the world of comedy commenced with a landmark debut at 20:50 on the 20th of November 2016, marking a pivotal moment at The Box Comedy club in Maboneng, Johannesburg. Since his auspicious beginnings, Jermaine has captivated audiences across Gauteng and in Nelson Mandela Bay with … [Read more...] about Making Comedy Come Alive in Gqeberha
The Future of Gumtree SA is Local
June 2024 , Cape Town, South Africa -Since late 2022, Gumtree SA has been entirely SA-owned for the first time. “Becoming locally-owned, hosted and controlled has been a significant strategic boost for Gumtree South Africa (SA)”, says Marcus Badach, Chief of Staff at Gumtree South Africa. “This localisation and the resultant agility have made a huge difference to us at Gumtree; positioning ourselves as a marketplace deeply rooted in local needs and nuances, differentiates us from our … [Read more...] about The Future of Gumtree SA is Local
Ignition Group Sponsors Local School’s First Digital Library
June 2024, Durban KwaZulu-Natal – Since 2022 Ignition Group (Ignition) has been working in conjunction with The Learn Project on the Book Corners and School Library initiative. “We believe that by supporting literacy and reading programmes for foundation phase, learners at less privileged schools get the base they need to participate in and benefit from formal education,” says Head Group Marketing of Ignition Group, Samantha Botha. “In alignment with this priority, we want to ensure that … [Read more...] about Ignition Group Sponsors Local School’s First Digital Library
Scenes Filmed in Cape Town Highlight Milli Vanilli Biopic
Hyprop partners with MTN to host South Africa’s largest national console gaming tournament R50k in prize money, eight qualifiers nationwide, culminating in one epic gaming showdown… this is the MTN SHIFT Gaming Experience… Read More on MyPR.co.za … [Read more...] about Scenes Filmed in Cape Town Highlight Milli Vanilli Biopic
Radisson Hotel Group targets expansion to 25 hotels in South Africa by 2030, doubling its current portfolio
Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce its goal to reach 25 hotels in South Africa by 2030, effectively doubling its current portfolio. This ambitious expansion along with the Group’s recent updates to its South African portfolio underscores its commitment to strengthening its presence and contributing to the growth of the South African hospitality industry. Daniel Trappler, Senior Director of Development, Sub-Sahara Africa at Radisson Hotel Group, shared insights into the Group’s … [Read more...] about Radisson Hotel Group targets expansion to 25 hotels in South Africa by 2030, doubling its current portfolio
Sing Out Loud Festival Rocks Its Grand Finale Weekend!
The first weekend of the Sing Out Loud Festival had the Savoy humming with the sounds of our phenomenally talented local singers and musicians.We’re so very proud of this unique Festival that grew from a spark of an idea to a spectacular showcase for our local singers. So many people have helped make Sing Out Loud come alive; from our resourceful technical … [Read more...] about Sing Out Loud Festival Rocks Its Grand Finale Weekend!
NYO Jazz, Carnegie Hall’s National Youth Jazz Orchestra, Announces Debut Tour to South Africa
First-ever tour to Africa by one of Carnegie Hall’s three acclaimed National Youth Ensembles to include debut performances in Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town from 22 July – 5 August 2024. Program to include big band classics, new arrangements and a new Carnegie Hall-commissioned work by South African composer Sibusiso Mash Mashiloane. Artistic Director and Bandleader / Trumpeter Sean Jones leads Ensemble with vocalist Alicia Olatuja as Special Guest at Carnegie Hall and on SA tour.(New York, … [Read more...] about NYO Jazz, Carnegie Hall’s National Youth Jazz Orchestra, Announces Debut Tour to South Africa
RX Africa Continues to Lead the Way in Sustainable Event Practices at Decorex Cape Town 2024
Cape Town, South Africa – Against the backdrop of one of Africa’s most vibrant cities, Decorex Cape Town returns from 6 to 9 June 2024 at the CTICC, showcasing cutting-edge design, curated exhibitions, inspiring talks, and product launches. As part of RX Africa’s commitment to sustainability, Decorex Cape Town 2024 marks a significant step towards a greener, more eco-conscious event landscape. RX Africa, known for its pioneering efforts in sustainability across shows, is proud to … [Read more...] about RX Africa Continues to Lead the Way in Sustainable Event Practices at Decorex Cape Town 2024
Thembisa Man Drives Away In Brand New VW Golf After Winning The ‘PowerPlay Win A Golf R’ Competition
Thembisa Man Drives Away In Brand New VW Golf After Winning The ‘PowerPlay Win A Golf R’ Competition Thembisa – Vusani Mulaudzi, 32, a Thembisa local, was the ecstatic winner of the custom PowerPlay VW Golf R, valued at R1,200,000. A very delighted Vusani received his prize at a ceremony in Thembisa. “I just bought a Power Play, and they awarded me this Golf R,” said the elated Vusani. “I’m very excited. Thank you, PowerPlay!” The recent … [Read more...] about Thembisa Man Drives Away In Brand New VW Golf After Winning The ‘PowerPlay Win A Golf R’ Competition
