Entertainment

The Ultimate 80’s party experience at Sky with Trevor Williams

Published

10 years ago

8 July 2015

Durbanite

Flashback to the 80’s with a night of retro music, dinner and dancing at Durban’s iconic Sky Venue.

Get ready to be whisked back in time through the hits of yester year with Durban’s favourite old skool DJ, Trevor Williams.

Audiences will revel in nostalgia as we embrace the hit tracks and dance the night away on the 31^st floor of the Southern Sun Maharani Tower.

It is bound to take you on a journey through time with retro fashion, dinner, dance and of course music that will present an evening packed with unlimited fun, entertainment and excitement.

Smash hits likely to thrill crowds include: bands like Duran Duran, The Police and Dire Straits, while on the pop synth scene we witnessed The Human League, Culture Club, Thompson Twins, Depeche Mode and many more. On the other side of the Atlantic we had the more rocky sounds of Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty, Steve Miller Band, Blondie and Talking Heads. On the pop front we had Phil Collins and Peter Gabriel from Genesis topping the charts while alternative music was making its mark with bands such as REM, The Cure and Violent Femmes.

“We are thrilled at the success of our 80’s evenings at Sky, however this event will be the final 80’s party experience at Sky. We would like to offer our guests more variety and always ensure that they walk away having had a fantastic experience with us,” said Samantha Croft, GM Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani Complex.

Guests can look forward to welcome drinks and a scrumptious dinner menu followed by an entertaining evening of 80’s classics.

“We believe there is a critical need for entertainment that appeals to the crowd which frequented the former Raffles nightclub in Durban. Sky is the ideal location that they connect with and events such as these and those to come illustrate a sense of belonging.”

The music of the 80s is indeed an era that is an all-time favourite so join the party for the very last time to make this a bash to remember. Don’t forget to don your favourite 80s gear.

Date: Saturday, 25^th of July 2015

Cost: R380 per person including dinner

The fun begins at 7pm.

For bookings, please contact Garika Ramdarie on +27 31 362 1300

email: garika.ramdarie@tsogosun.com or purchase tickets online via www.quicket.co.za

Author: Durbanite

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Candlelight Concerts in Durban

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2 months ago

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Durban has recently joined the ranks of cultural hotspots hosting Candlelight Concerts – an immersive live music experience famed globally for its warm glow and intimate ambiance. Fans of classical and contemporary music alike are gathering in elegant settings bathed in flickering “candles” (actually safe LED-style lighting), creating magical evenings that linger in memory.

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The Playhouse Company in central Durban offers a grand, historic setting—its ornate architecture and superb acoustics elevate performances like Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and Hans Zimmer-inspired compilations.
The Oyster Box Hotel in Umhlanga Rocks provides an intimate, colonial-era charm. Its gracious interiors set the stage for impactful tributes to Coldplay, Queen, Phil Collins, Adele, and more.

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Here’s a curated selection of upcoming (and some recent) concerts around Durban:

At The Playhouse Company:
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- Featuring Vivaldi’s Four Seasons & More: Same dates and pricing as above
- Tribute to Adele: 25 Oct at R290
At The Oyster Box Hotel:
- Tribute to Coldplay: R795, multiple dates starting 5 Oct onwards
- Tribute to Queen: Around R600–R630, 28 Sept to 28 Dec, including 28 Sept at 6pm
- Tribute to Phil Collins: From R600, on 5 Oct and select dates
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80s Friday Flashback at Westown Square

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3 months ago

14 August 2025

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Looking for the perfect way to kick off your weekend? Say hello to 80s Friday Flashback – your new weekly ritual at The Barn, Westown Square.

On Friday nights, we’re dialing back the clock to the decade of big hair and neon flair with a DJ on the decks every week spinning iconic 80s anthems that’ll have you moonwalking into the weekend.

Every Friday | 16:30–21:30
DJ Spike & James VN on the decks
Free entry
Food & Drink specials from our amazing tenants.
Bonus: Ask about the Stayin’ Alive loyalty card and start earning your free cocktail or meal discounts.

Whether you’re looking to dance, dine, or just unwind from the week — we’ve got you sorted with our 80s Friday Flashback.