The PEG&S Society is thrilled to announce auditions for a new festival style concert series which will highlight outstanding local singers and musicians across 9 different genres of music. Popular G&S productions such as Blast from the Past and the annual Valentine’s Cabaret have unearthed a wealth of talent and this dynamic new project will offer development, mentoring and a unique showcase for performers wishing to take the next step in their careers. This innovative concept will be … [Read more...] about Auditions For Exciting New Talent Showcase
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Family Holiday Fun at Movies! Music! Magic!
The holidays are here and G&S at The Savoy has some magical fun for the whole family to enjoy before it’s back to school in January. Music! Movies! Magic! brings to life some of your favourite family movies, from the classics to the latest hits, with over 30 delightful songs and medleys. Whether you love Moana or Mulan, Simba or Snow White, this show has something for everyone! Even more exciting is the amazing cast of almost 50 young people, aged 7 to 17, who will bring the show to … [Read more...] about Family Holiday Fun at Movies! Music! Magic!
World Belly Dance Day
Port Elizabeth's annual world belly dance day celebration takes place on Saturday 12th May 2018, 7.00 pm at The Savoy Theatre. Tickets are just R100 and funds raised will go to the Animal Welfare Society PE. World Belly Dance Day happens globally every second Saturday of May. "Oriental" Belly Dance studio's band together to raise funds for their chosen charity. Zahra's has been hosting the PE fundraiser since 2010 and have raised funds and awareness for amazing charities including P.E.A.R … [Read more...] about World Belly Dance Day
How about some practical help for the arts?
The Gilbert and Sullivan Society is now officially a Non Profit Organisation so all donations are tax-deductable. Celebrating their status the G&S are asking if you can help in any way. Call Rose Cowpar on 072 906 1977. Rose syas; "Your generosity will make a huge difference as we struggle to keep the wonderful shows coming. Remember that our productions not only entertain hundreds of theatregoers but give so many people in our community the opportunity to learn and grow and experience … [Read more...] about How about some practical help for the arts?
Now why would I want to Kiss my Country Bumpkin?
I am tempted to ask why would I want to kiss a country bumpkin but fear that I may be tossed into a pig pen with a second cousin, not removed who has distinctly amorous intentions ...... Kiss my Country Bumpkin, a Country Music Revival devised and Performed by Niqui Cloete-Barrass, Marelize Barnard, Faye Gatley & Annaline Stiglingh is set to get y'all going "hee hah and slapping your denims with a dusty stetson fresh from the fields". Our interpid ladies are promising country music … [Read more...] about Now why would I want to Kiss my Country Bumpkin?
Back to the 80’s in Port Elizabeth
Port Elizabeth is in for a fun-filled 80's revolution when an amazing cast take to the stage for the PE G&S Society's end of year show, Back to the 80's. This juke box musical by Australian Neil Gooding is a celebration of the decade that brought us big hair, shoulder pads, Star Wars, Rubiks Cubes and Knight Rider, not to mention some fabulous music that has stood the test of time. Hit songs in Back to the 80s include; Walking on Sunshine, Kids in America, Let's Hear it for the Boy, I'm … [Read more...] about Back to the 80’s in Port Elizabeth
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
Tony Cox and Steve Newman’s 30 Years Concert Tour!
Literally thousands of people have asked this question? Are Steve Newman and Tony Cox ever going to play together again? Yes yes yes! Their tour has hit the road and they’re hitting PE on 18 and 19 February! These boys have a performance record around the world unequalled by any other South African guitarist and the fact that they are now going to play together again, should be a beacon to many people who would love the opportunity to watch and hear them once more, side by side. Newman … [Read more...] about Tony Cox and Steve Newman’s 30 Years Concert Tour!
ROBIN AULD live in PE – 9 Feb at Savoy Theatre
Robin Auld is on tour to promote his latest album, “Fingers in my pocket,” and will perform in Port Elizabeth for one night only on Wednesday, 9 February at the Savoy Theatre. The album is an eclectic mix of blues and roots songs which was recorded in London in late 2010. It features the talents of long time collaborator and world beat drummer Barry van Zyl. Slide guitar, harmonica, African blues guitar stylings and soul vocals all feature in the fresh and vibrant sound of this award winning … [Read more...] about ROBIN AULD live in PE – 9 Feb at Savoy Theatre
