Everyone loves those classic hits that bring back great memories and have you tapping your feet and singing along to every word. In the third G&S concert series presentation for the year we will feature some of the greatest hits of the decades from the 1950s to the 80s. Choosing just 2 hours worth is a tough job with so many iconic songs to choose from but we promise a great program with something for everyone, from Frank Sinatra to Michael Jackson, ABBA, Bon Jovi and CCR to Queen … [Read more...] about Enjoy a Blast from the Past
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Fiela’s Child
One of South Africa's most beloved tales will be playing out on the Savoy Theatre stage from 8 to 19 November. The Port Elizabeth Gilbert and Sullivan Society are deep into rehearsals for Ian von Memerty's FIELA's CHILD. The original novel, Fiela Se Kind was written by Daleen Mathee and the movie made Shaleen Surtee-Richards a star. Daleen Mathee then translated the novel into English (available on Kalahari) and Ian von Memerty realised that this most beautiful of South African stories would … [Read more...] about Fiela’s Child
Legends of Broadway will Light up PE Stage
The PE Gilbert & Sullivan Society began their annual revue series 2 years ago and this year's end of year revue will be a musical feast featuring the wonderful songs of Andrew Lloyd Webber, Cole Porter and Jerry Herman. The 2 hour and fifty minute show highlights some of the best known songs by these Broadway Legends as well as some lesser known but equally exciting numbers. The creative team for Legends of Broadway sees Rose Cowpar directing her first major show for G&S and Richard … [Read more...] about Legends of Broadway will Light up PE Stage
Open Auditions for Ian von Memerty’s musical version of Fiela’s Child
The Port Elizabeth Gilbert & Sullivan Society is proud to be bringing Ian von Memerty's musical version of Fiela's Child to the stage in November 2011. This hauntingly beautiful show, based on Delene Matthee's much loved novel Fiela se Kind, will be seen first by Port Elizabeth theatre goers. Ian has entrusted his work to the brilliantly capable hands of Director Robin Williams who, along with Musical Director Neil Leachman and Lighting Designer David Limbert, will make this classic South … [Read more...] about Open Auditions for Ian von Memerty’s musical version of Fiela’s Child
You Gotta Go
There now boys and girls I will keep this little missive short and sweet - suffering a little bit from the dreaded stomach flu. Last night the Longhair, our Apprentice Longhair and I popped on down to the Savoy Theatre to watch the Gilbert and Sullivan presentation of Crazy in Love. The G&S crew cover a whole range of love songs in three 'acts'. I just wish that I had the strength to expound upon their talent at great length ...... Suffice to say that your money will be well spent by … [Read more...] about You Gotta Go
Crazy in Love
Love is in the air as G&S stage their annual Valentine's Cabaret fundraiser this February. Join us for an intimate evening of cabaret with some of our amazing G&S performing family. Faye Gatley, Rose Cowpar and Melissa Jantjies return to our Valentine's line up along with Ace Magxaki, Damien Anderson, Craig de Vos, Chad van Rooyen and a couple more surprises. Seating is cabaret style so you can bring along snacks and sit back and relax with friends for a special evening's … [Read more...] about Crazy in Love
