It is that time of the year when we unite under the stars for some inspired festive cheer as the Old Mutual Music at the Lake concert series brings this years edition of the popular Old Mutual Carols by Candlelight at the Durban Botanical Gardens on Friday, 13 December.
The talented Durban City Orchestra, featuring a full cast of over 40 members comprising experienced musicians from diverse backgrounds, will perform many of the public’s favourite carols. The City Orchestra will be accompanied by guest solo artists, as well as a unique bagpiper element to the evening. This year, Father Christmas will also be at the Kidzone as a guest of honour to entertain all the kids.
Carols by Candlelight is more than just a concert, it is also an opportunity to give to and spread festivity to children who due to a variety of social problems will spend their festive season at various charities in and around the city.
Old Mutual sponsorship manager Bandile Mngoma explained that Carols by Candlelight gives a platform to do something for more than oneself.
“Because Christmas is a time for giving, sharing and coming together, we want to spread this to those who do not have family and have little. Part of the proceeds of the ticket sales will be donated to a children’s charity in Durban; one’s attendance automatically ensures that festive cheer can be spread to less fortunate kids,” said Mngoma.
Concert goers are encouraged to donate appropriate children’s gifts for charity. Suitable items include non-perishables, blankets and toys. Collection bins will be placed around the gardens for those attending the concert to deposit items for the selected charity centres.
Gates open at 17h30 for pre-sold tickets, 18h00 for on the day tickets.
Tickets are available online at www.webtickets.co.za
Tickets prices: R110 online, or at the gate for R130 on the day.
Kids between 8-12 pay R50, kids under eight are free. All children are welcome at the KidZone for some extra fun and games.
Drinks, cooler boxes and picnic baskets are welcome.
Secure parking is available on the Juventus ground. Entrance to all parking is off lower John Zikhale (Sydenham) Road, adjacent to the Botanic Gardens and the Munies Hockey Field also off lower John Zikhale (Sydenham) Road.
Follow @OM_Concerts and @dbnbotgardens on Twitter for all the action on the day, and ‘Like’ the Old Mutual Music in the Gardens page on Facebook for all the updates and info.
lynette moodley
13 December 2013 at 3:25 pm
What an awesome article!a truly gifted pair or twins!:-)
lynette moodley
13 December 2013 at 3:29 pm
What an awesome articla truly gifted pair of twins!;-)
lynette moodley
13 December 2013 at 3:30 pm
What an awesome article!what a gifted pair of twins:-)
Lyn
13 December 2013 at 4:02 pm
Great way to spend a Friday evening!
Evette
13 December 2013 at 4:04 pm
Carols by candlelight, how lovely!
Sonia Reddy
13 December 2013 at 4:17 pm
Just a few hours to go. I’m sooo excited for this
Sonia Reddy
13 December 2013 at 4:18 pm
Just a few hours to go. I’m soo excited for this
Simone
13 December 2013 at 4:20 pm
I can’t wait. Botanical Gardens is the prefect setting for Carols by Candlight. It’s going to be a beautiful night.