Theatre
■ RHUMBELOW THEATRE, TINA’S HOTEL: Dave Monks and Marion Loudon transport you back to one of the greatest music eras in I Love Rock & Roll. The duo entertains audiences with a collection of nostalgic and popular 1960s, 70s and 80s rock ’n’ roll favourites. The show features covers of more than 20 different artists including The Beatles, Elvis, Queen, The Travelling Wilburys, Britney Spears, The Big Bopper, Status Quo, Cher and Cliff Richard. The show runs until Sunday – opening 90 minutes before for drinks. Tickets R150 from Computicket or call Roland at 082 499 8636. ■ HAPPY HIPPO BACKPACKERS: For the past few months, its rooftop has been used as a comedy venue, managed by comedian Cyril Basker. Carvin Goldstone, Robby Collins, Tats Nkonzo, Khanyiso Bunu and Neil Green have taken to the stage. January 24. Doors open at 7pm. R60. Call 031 368 7181
■ BARNYARD THEATRE, SUNCOAST: The Big Top Rock is a concert with a difference, featuring live music, aerial acts and funky dance routines. Rock hits reflect six decades of music by Def Leppard, AC/DC, Kings of Leon, Aerosmith and Red Hot Chili Peppers as well as Elvis Presley, Pink, Elton John, Michael Jackson and Pitbull. Excluding Mondays, the show runs until February 24. Tickets are R135R165 at barnyardtheatre.co.za
■ RHUMBELOW THEATRE, UMBILO: Platform Jazz returns with Our Favourite Swings, teaming up with actor-singer Bryan Hiles to present a programme of swing favourites. Musical highlights made famous by Robbie WIlliams, Michael Bublé and Frank Sinatra, Latin numbers, show tunes and some original compositions are on the bill. Cathy Peacock is on trumpet, Kirsten Sayers on clarinet, Jeff Robinson on sax and flute, David Solomon on trombone and Andreas Kappen on double bass, with South African jazz stars Melvin Peters on keyboards and Bruce Baker on drums. The show runs until Sunday. R130-R150. Book at Computicket or email Roland: roland@ stansell.co.za
■ ROCKWOOD THEATRE, SIBAYA: It’s the
Best of the Decades until January 27. With enigmatic performers and spectacular sound, lighting and costumes, this is an enthralling experience for music lovers of all ages. Tickets are R99 (Thursdays) and R130 (Fridays to Sundays) with pensioners getting 50% off on Sundays and children under 12 free. Book at www.rockwoodtheatre.co.za FESTIVAL-GOERS are in for a treat tomorrow as a killer line-up of top South African acts will perform at the FNB Drak Music Experience. Taking place at the Underberg Country Club, the festival features The Parlotones, Rubber DUC, Majozi and Hayden Rattray.
The internationally acclaimed Parlotones recently celebrated 20 years as a band. Members of the indie rock group – Kahn Morbee, Neil Pauw and brothers Glen and
TONIGHT
■ Durban Art Gallery, Anton Lembede Street presents Proclamation 73 which explores the family archives of people racialised as coloured and Indian in Durban under the Group Areas Act. It runs until February 15. Call 031 311 2264.
■ Tiger Tiger, 67 Isaiah Ntshangase (Walter Gilbert) Road presents Cosmic Connection featuring Dean Fuel. R50-R70. Call 031 201 9959.
■ Green Gallery, Flanders Mall, Mount Edgecombe presents a collection by artists Allan Kupeta, Shirley Brandon, Nicole Pletts and more. Call 031 502 2757.
■ Zacks Winderemere, Lillian Ngoyi (Winderemere) Road presents acoustic sets with Steve Fataar. 7.30pm. Free. Call 031 312 0755.
TOMORROW
■ Origin Nightclub, Clark Road, Lower Glenwood presents Butter featuring Dean Fuel (CT). 8.30pm. R60-R120. Call 031 201 9959.
■ Tiger Tiger, 67 Isaiah Ntshangase(Walter Gilbert) Road presents Radio Active featuring Dino Bravo. Free for women before 10pm. Thereafter, R50-R70. Call 031 201 9959.
■ Shongweni Market. Mr551 Road, Outer West Durban presents Shongweni farmers Paul Hodgson – have been touring the country with their new album, China. Their official website states that they regard the album as among their best work.
Since the band is 20 years old, the traditional wedding gift for 20 years of marriage is china or porcelain, which is the reasoning behind the album title. Having met in 1998 in Roodepoort, Johannesburg, the Parlotones have achieved multiplatinum selling status and have and craft market with fresh produce and stalls. 6.30am-11.30am. Call 083 777 1674. ■ The Glenwood Village, 397 Che Guevara (Moore) Road, presents Karaoke Nights at VillInns. 8pm. Free. Call
031 202 2366.
SUNDAY
■ uMhlanga Centre, Ridge Rd, presents The uMhlanga Antique Fair which features the best of antique, vintage and retro decor jewellery ceramics and homewares. 9am to 2pm. Call Rod at 084 548 0366.
■ The Stables Market, 9 Jacko Jackson Drive, Stamford Hill, Durban, presents live music and food from 10am-5pm. Wednesday to Friday, 6pm-10pm. Call 031 312 3058.
■ Blythedale Event Bowl, 12 Tarpon Crescent, Blythedale, KwaDukuza presents Blythedale Coastal Adventure Market with live entertainment, fresh produce, quad biking and more. 9am-4pm every Sunday. Free. Visit www.facebook. com/blythedalecoastaladventuremarket/
■ Suncoast Casino, Suncoast Boulevard presents Sunday Beats with live music. 2pm. Free. Call 031 328 3000.
■ The BAT Centre, 45 Maritime Place, Small Craft Harbour, Margaret Mncadi Avenue presents Jazz Sundowners. 3pm. Free. Bookings: 031 332 0451 or accumulated numerous awards.
In terms of their performance at FNB Drak Music Experience tomorrow, fans can look forward to hearing some of the band’s popular tracks, as well as new material from their new album.
Don’t miss The FNB Drak Music Experience at the Underberg Country Club tomorrow. The event starts at 3pm and tickets are R50-R100 from webtickets. | Lifestyle Reporter e-mail events@batcentre.co.za
■ Northwood Crusaders Sports Club, 10 Ranleigh Crescent, Durban North, presents Sol Sunday Sessions featuring Noshe Zulu and her band. 1.30pm. Free. Call 082 892 6176.
MONDAY
■ The Glenwood Village, 397 Che Guevara (Moore) Road, Glenwood, presents Karaoke Nights at VillInns. 8pm. Free. Call 031 202 2366.
TUESDAY
■ The Winston Pub, 9 Clark Road, presents Open Mic Tuesday. 7pm. Free. Call 031 201 2652.
■ Zacks, Wilsons Wharf presents Open Mic Night. Free. 7.30pm-10pm. Call 031 305 1677.
WEDNESDAY
■ The Winston Pub, 112 Umbilo Road, Glenwood, presents Wildcard Wednesdays bands night. Free. Call 031 202 7889.
THURSDAY
■ Villinns Sports Pool Bar, first floor, above Glenwood Superspar, presents live music by Murphy (Music Unlimited). Free. Call 084 060 9078.