There are some really exciting upcoming shows and I’m making the most of what’s on offer.  Looking forward to seeing Fascinating Aida next Saturday 26th.  I heard the cast being interviewed by Jenny Crwys-Williamson Radio 702.  Dillie Keane, Adele Anderson and Liza Pulman received rave reviews in their January 2011 run of the show and [...]

Joburg Theatre never has a huge number of shows on offer as there is only a limited number of theatres, but as always what is available, promises not only a wide range of productions (although mostly in the comedic vein) but also excellent quality theatre.
The wonderful holiday fare starts with Janice Honeyman’s annual festive season [...]

 
 
A few weeks ago a guest staying at Liz at Lancaster & who is a musical-aholic, told me he had seen ‘Phantom of the Opera’ SEVENTEEN times – in NY, London and now the night before at Monte Casino, his 2nd time in SA. And he thought it was the best performance he had ever [...]

Concert on the Deck – Love, Life & Opera– Sat 25th February 2012 15h00 – 17h30
From Gingko’s newsletter: 
With February being the month of love, we thought we’d put together a programme that would celebrate some of the world’s greatest love songs. Michèle Corbin (soprano) and Donato Somma (tenor) will perform a wonderful selection of operatic, [...]

For what’s on go to http://www.jhblive.com/events/ 

The Pink Floyd Experience is back again for 5 shows evenings Wed 31 Aug to Sat 3 Sept and 3pm Sunday 4th at the Mandela Theatre (Joburg Theatre)  The show is   a recreation of Pink Floyd’s landmark stadium show THE DIVISION BELL TOUR, which was released as an album in the 1990s titled PULSE. 
 

The Bassment is an ensemble consists of 6 jazz and 6 classically trained bassists, bringing together different musical backgrounds, techniques and cultures. Fri 10th and  & Sat 11th June @ 20h00  Ticket prices: R160 Market Theatre

Don’t forget about the Friday lunchtime classical concerts at the Old Mutual Theatre on the Square. They run from 12.45 to 2pm and at a cost R30 are really great value.  You can email theatreonthesquare@gmail.com for more info.

See http://www.jhblive.com/reviews/bars/hair_of_the_dog/66519