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COME AND CELEBRATE GOOD FOOD AND WINE WITH US!

Published

11 years ago

18 September 2014

Durbanite

September 2014: The Good Food & Wine Show – which is organised by Fiera Milano Exhibitions Africa in association with Durban Tourism – will celebrate all the good tastes that the city of Durban offers. The Good Food & Wine Show (24-26 October 2014 | Durban Exhibition Centre) is the ultimate foodie celebration and Durban is the festival city, after all. A veritable feast of festivity is on offer at this year’s Good Food & Wine Show giving people lots of reasons to celebrate. Here’s just a sample of what’s on offer:

Celebrity Chefs Theatre line-up:

HOST OF HAYDEN QUINN IN SOUTH AFRICA ON SABC 3, HAYDEN QUINN
INDIA’S BEST KNOWN CHEF, AUTHOR & TV PERSONALITY, SANJEEV KAPOOR
Cake Boss’s right hand man, Mauro Castano
FOOD NETWORK SPICE PRINCE, REZA MAHAMMAD
FOOD NETWORK CHEF, SIBA MTONGANA

His Worship the Mayor of eThekwini Municipality, Cllr James Nxumalo says: “The City of Durban warmly welcomes our Foodies to The Good Food & Wine Show, taking place in our sub-tropical paradise. We look forward to the local and international celebrity chefs in the City, the incredible culinary talent and the great entertainment line up over the weekend.

“Durban combines the perfect ingredients to make your experience special; we have world class facilities, a vibrant blend of cultures, unique eKasi Lifestyle, extreme adventure, hot nightlife, exotic cuisine and a breath-taking coastline and beach promenade that create the warmth and diversity of our amazing City.

“We look forward to the successful hosting of the Good Food & Wine Show and we are certain that you will enjoy the hospitality of ‘the warmest place to be’ – Durban.”

Head of Durban Tourism, Phillip Sithole says: “Once again, the City of Durban is looking forward to the much anticipated Good Food & Wine Show. Durban’s gastronomical flavours are fast becoming noticed globally and we thrive on our rich, unique urban lifestyle to promote the true essence of the city. We are also looking forward to hosting the array of world renowned chefs and we are pleased that they can transfer some of their unique culinary skills to our locals. Durban Tourism will also be showcasing the international chefs at a township restaurant whereby they will be given a chance to add their flair to local ingredients and flavours.”

Some of the other features at the Good Food & Wine Show are:

The Best of Durban Restaurants – This features a mix of some the Durban’s flagship culinary destinations with Durban Tourism sponsoring three African restaurants. This fun and funky restaurant quarter also features the Mix Masters 360 degree bar.

The Beer Route – A large craft beer showcase will be on tap – literally – at the Durban Good Food & Wine Show.

The Wine Avenue – visitors will receive a free pack of wine tasting coupons with their R30 wine glass purchase and have a chance to win a wine cellar worth R17 000 on the Wade Bales Wine Society wine stall

Family Fun for Everyone – The Sweet Treats Theatre in association with Selati and Clover will show kids how to have some baking fun – and there’s cupcake decorating on the Snowflake stand too.

Celebrity Book Signing – on the Celebrity Book stand after the Chef’s demo, visitors can get a signed copy of their favourite chef’s book, which are exclusive to The Good Food & Wine Show and often not widely available in South Africa.

Your Master Kitchen – Top KZN chefs will show visitors howtoexperience the best in the world of kitchen design, appliances, kitchen tools, master class cooking and wine demonstrations.

Extreme Nutrition Theatre with special guest, Hayden Quinn and a line-up of nutritional specialists will show visitors how to get a healthy food fix.

‘Celebration Cakes – how better to celebrate than with a cake?All the inspiration needed will be on show for any celebration – weddings, birthdays, anniversaries and more.

Spekko Cooking Idols – we’re looking for people who can entertain and are passionate about cooking and music. Choose your favourite celebration and prepare a special dinner for two that includes Spekko rice, accompanied by a playlist of the perfect songs to prepare and present to. The rules are simple and if we like what you’ve got, you get to strut your stuff live at the Good Food and Wine Show.

Specialty Street – See some of Durban’s artisan products under one roof – taste the mouth-watering delicacies and be inspired to create food fantasies at home.

Romancing the Stove with Jenny Morris

This theatre, hosted by Food Network Host and Chef, Jenny Morris, is where couples are given cooking classes. It could be seductive, it could be saucy … it could tantalize the senses but it’s all about the ingredients that hit the spot and Jenny will show people how to enhance those ingredients and bring out the flavours.

The inside scoop with SABC 3

Various SABC 3 Personalities have their moment to shine in the hot seat in an Oprah style talk show while visitors gather around to hear the inside scoop. This area will also be the hot seat for all local and international celebrity chef interviews.

Shongweni Farmers Market – this hugely popular market with its stallholders is bringing its country charm to the show, and will present a range of yummy home-grown products.

Tickets on sale now on www.computicket.com.

www.goodfoodandwineshow.co.za

Author: Durbanite

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Watch The Little Mermaid Jr Musical This Easter

Published

6 days ago

1 March 2026

Carla Wynne

Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr to be staged by The Young Performers’ Project at the Milkwood Theatre, Danville: 2 – 12 April 2026.

Fishy Fable: Inspired by Hans Christian Andersens’ beloved fairy tale, and based on the classic animated Disney movie, The Little Mermaid Jr stage musical is The Young Performer’s Project’s first show of 2026, coming to The Milkwood Theatre in Durban North over the Easter holidays from 2 – 12 April 2026.

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Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages – perfect for the youthful 50 strong cast. This time around, the show features 30 senior performers, and 21 junior performers.

The Little Mermaid Jr is directed by Daisy Spencer, with choreography by Evashnee Pillay, music direction by Des Govender, sound design by Ant Govender, set and prop design by Nicolene Steyn and fabulous under the sea inspired costumes by Kathy Singery.

The cast includes Ariel played by Chloe Marot from St. Mary’s DSG (last seen in Shrek and Annie); Sebastian is Khethukuthula Ngcobo (I.S.P.A) and Flounder is played by Azania Mavimbela (Crawford North Coast).

In a heartwarming full circle moment, Azania’s mother Sindi, a current drama teacher, reflected on her own experience as a participant in YPP’s 2009 production of Big River, directed by Themi Venturas. Her daughter Azania, who entered the project seventeen years later as a Junior performer in A Fairytale Christmas Carol, is a testament to the organization’s lasting influence. This poignant connection also highlights the profound impact of YPP’s programmes on the lives of its alumni who are giving back to their communities as arts educators.

Inspired by Hans Christian Andersens’ beloved fairy tale, and based on the classic animated Disney movie, The Little Mermaid Jr tells of a mermaid who dreams of the world above the sea and gives up her voice to find true love.

Ariel, King Triton’s youngest daughter, wishes to pursue the human Prince Eric in the world above, bargaining with the evil sea witch, Ursula, to trade her tail for legs. But the bargain is not what it seems, and Ariel needs the help of her colourful friends, Flounder the fish, Scuttle the seagull and Sebastian the crab to restore order under the sea.

Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr offers a fantastic creative opportunity for rich costumes and sets, as well as the chance to perform some of the best-known songs from the past 30 years. Songs include: “Under the Sea“; “Kiss the Girl“; and “Part of Your World“.

Written by Doug Wright, with music by eight-time Academy Award winner, Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater.

Tickets are through Webtickets here. Their first show is a special Relaxed Performance on Thursday 2 April at 2.30 where theatre etiquette guidelines are relaxed and the performance is consciously calmed, where the auditorium lights are dimmed, but not dark and the audience meet the characters ahead of time. This Relaxed Performance is ideal for audience members with sensory sensitivities. For all performances, audiences are welcome to dress up as the cast.

Good to Know:

Tickets: Webtickets -> click here to buy
Their first show is a special Relaxed performance on Thursday 2 April at 2.30
Scholars and pensioners 10% off any seats throughout.
The show runs at 65 minutes – no interval
Audiences can meet the stage characters after the show

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Author: Carla Wynne

Just a 30something plant mom, nature enthusiast and happy wife, adventuring through Durbs and life!🌻🌿🤍✨

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KZN Philharmonic – Summer Season Concerts 2026

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1 week ago

26 February 2026

Carla Wynne

The KZN Philharmonic Orchestra presents its 2026 Summer Season with two concerts at The Playhouse Opera on Thursday, 5 and 12 March at 19:00.

Concert 1: 5 March

Under the baton of Japanese conductor Yasuo Shinozaki, the opening programme features Canadian cello virtuoso Bryan Cheng performing Saint-Saëns’s demanding and innovative Cello Concerto No. 2. Britten’s Simple Symphony provides a lyrical interlude, followed by Saint-Saëns’s dramatic Cello Concerto No. 1. After the interval, Schubert’s beloved “Unfinished” Symphony brings the evening to a melodic close.

Concert 2: 12 March

Under the baton of South African conductor Conrad van Alphen, this programme features Bulgarian world-renowned virtuoso pianist and chamber musician, Ludmil Angelov.

KZN Philharmonic tickets are available at Quicket here.

Want to go to a concert but don’t want to have to self-drive into town?
Opt for a Park and Ride option:

Park your car in one of our secure designated locations and hop onto the bus which will drop you off at the Durban Playhouse.

1) Upper Highway Area
St. Agnes Anglican Church, 53 Abelia Road, Kloof, 3610.
R100 a bus ticket return.
The bus departs St Agnes promptly at 17h50.

2) Westville
Westville Senior Primary School, Westville Road, Westville, 3629.
R80 a bus ricket return.
The bus departs Westville Senior Primary promptly at 18h10.

3) Berea
Caister Lodge, 264 Musgrave Road, Musgrave, Durban, 4001.
R60 a bus ticket return.
The bus departs Caister Lodge promptly at 18h20.

4) Umhlanga
Grace Family Church, 400 Umhlanga Rocks Drive, Umhlanga, 4320.
R100 a bus ticket return.
The bus departs Grace Family Church promptly at 18h10.

Book bus tickets on 031 369 9438 / info@kznphil.org.za / Quicket here

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: Japanese conductor – Yasuo Shinozaki

: Canadian cello virtuoso – Bryan Cheng

Author: Carla Wynne

Just a 30something plant mom, nature enthusiast and happy wife, adventuring through Durbs and life!🌻🌿🤍✨

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Big Top Rock returns to The Barnyard Theatre

Published

2 weeks ago

19 February 2026

Carla Wynne

From 21 February – 31 May 2026, Step into a world where the roar of electric guitars collides with the gasp of the crowd — Big Top Rock is back, bigger, bolder, and more breathtaking than ever!

This is no ordinary concert. It’s a full-throttle rock and roll circus spectacular — a high-voltage fusion of iconic anthems, jaw-dropping aerial artistry, and an atmosphere so electric you’ll feel it in your bones. From the first crashing chord to the final heart-pounding encore, you’ll be swept into a whirlwind of sound, light, and pure adrenaline.

The Soundtrack of Six Decades

Let our charismatic Big Top Ringmaster lead you through a sonic time machine — from the thunder of Def Leppard and AC/DC to the soaring harmonies of Heart, the anthemic power of Queen, and the pop-rock magic of Roxette. Along the way, you’ll meet legends like Elvis Presley, Pink, Michael Jackson, Adele, Billie Eilish, Benson Boone, and more — each hit reimagined with the raw energy of a live Barnyard band and powerhouse vocalists.

The Circus Comes Alive

Marvel at fearless performers defying gravity on pole, silk, trapeze, and lyra — every twist, drop, and spin perfectly choreographed to the pulse of the music. It’s a feast for the senses where every beat has a stunt, and every stunt has a story. The Barnyard’s Most Daring Show Yet.

This is the largest, loudest, and most spectacular production in Barnyard history.
Whether you’re a lifelong rock fan or just love a night of unforgettable entertainment, Big Top Rock will leave you breathless, exhilarated, and ready to come back for more.