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SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS: THE SPONGE WHO COULD FLY Dec 21 - 31 This festive season the world's most famous sea sponge, SpongeBob SquarePants will entertain all his fans both young and old, when he comes to life on stage in the international theatrical production of Nickelodeon's SpongeBob SquarePants: The Sponge Who Could Fly.The 90-minute show promises lots of colourful action as SpongeBob pursues his life-long dream to fly with the Pacific Ocean jellyfish. SpongeBob is assisted in his endeavours by the much loved Bikini Bottom gang: Sandy Squirrel, cantankerous Squidward Tentacles, the ever robust Mr Krabs and SpongeBob's best friend Patrick Star.The show was written by Steven Banks, head writer and story editor of the television series and features original songs and adaptations from composer and lyricist Eban Schletter. Gip Hoppe is responsible for original direction and Jenn Rapp for original choreography, David Gallo for set design, Mirenda Rada for costume design and Paul Rubin for the design of the flying sequence. Nickelodeon's SpongeBob SquarePants: The Sponge Who Could Fly is proudly brought to South Africa by Broadway Asia Entertainment in association with DStv and Sun International. Follow the adventures of SpongeBob and his friends from the fantasy underwater town of Bikini Bottom at Carnival City's Big Top Arena, between 21 and 30 December, and at GrandWest's Grand Arena between 3 and 13 January, 2010. Tickets cost between R100 to R200 and show times vary between 14h00, 15h00 and 18h00 depending on the day. To book, contact Computicket at 083 915 8000. For further information, visit http://www.spongebobontour.co.za and www.nickelodeonafrica.com
MOZART FESTIVAL January 23 until February 9 The avant-garde soloists to perform at the Johannesburg International Mozart Festival, 23 January - 9 February 2010, will challenge the inaccurate perception that the love of classical music is an exclusive and reserved affection. The Johannesburg International Mozart Festival provides a unique combination of classical performances on the highest international level with a keenly intelligent and creative approach to programming, together with an enterprising portfolio of all-encompassing education and outreach projects for children, students and audiences from all corners of society. Read more
LAST LAUGH AT THE LYRIC January 29 & 30 The Lyric Theatre at Gold Reef City Casino is once again presenting two exclusive nights of rip-roaring local comedy with the return of its wildly popular Last Laugh at The Lyric comedy show, with four of SA's best comedic superstars. The third Last Laugh comedy evening to be presented at The Lyric offers a fresh new line-up, including Loyisa Gola, Krijay Govender, Mark Banks, and audience favourite, Mark Lottering. These four hilarious comedians will have the audience in stitches with their no holds barred comic routines. Mark Lottering needs no introduction. The son of a Cape flats Pentecostal pastor, Marc's colourful upbringing is often reflected in his unique brand of comedy which has established him as a firm favourite with so many audiences. He has made countless television appearances, appeared at many major comedy festivals, and has scooped both the Fleur du Cap and Vita Theatre awards. He is well known for one-liners that hit the mark with the precision of a guided missile and for his decidedly politically incorrect take on South African life. Loyiso Gola's affinity towards openly frank and observational commentary has shaped him into one of South Africa's most talented comedians. He has been performing comedy for eight years and has graced the stages of all the major festivals and events on the local comedy calendar. Krijay Govender is a South African actress and stand-up comedienne best known for her role as publisher Jenna, Strini Pillai's former love interest, in SABC1's soapie Generations. She has become a regular audience pleaser on the South African comedy circuit since 2001. Since his first big break at the 1986 Grahamstown Festival, Mark Banks has become one of the most recognised and respected stand-up comedians of his time. In 18 years of comedy, Mark boasts at least one new one-man show each year, of which he writes and performs all the material himself. He is widely recognised for his political satire and pokes at the rich and famous; nothing and no one is safe from Mark's brand of humour. The Lyric Theatre. Shows take place on Friday, 29 January 2010 and Saturday, 30 January 2010 at 20:30. Tickets are now available at the great price of R85. Five-star talent doesn't come to Jozi at this low price too often! To avoid disappointment book now through Computicket or at The Lyric Theatre on 011 248 5000. No under-16's are allowed. Log onto www.goldreefcitycasino.co.za for more info
SWAN LAKE March 12 until April 4 Dating back to 1876, the tragic love story of the swan maiden Odette and Prince Siegfried has proved itself to be the one of the most endearing ballets in the repertoire with audiences around the world. The South African Ballet Theatre's production will take its cue from the traditional Petipa version of the ballet whilst incorporating fresh elements tailored to suit the Company. The ballet will have a shorter running time and there will be only one interval. Joburg Theatre. Wednesday and Thursday evening performances will start at 19h30. A Swan Lake Open Day will be presented on Saturday 27 February from 10:00 until 13:00. Open Days at the SABT's Braamfontein studios are a rare opportunity for the public to catch a glimpse into the behind the scenes preparations for a season. Booking for Open Day on 011 877 6898. The cost is R60 per person.Book at Computicket for performances at the Joburg Theatre. Website: www.saballettheatre.co.za
CARMEN August 13 to 29 The ballet Carmen returns to Johannesburg, after a seven year absence.The fiery saga of Carmen and Don José comes to the stage in a sensual version by acclaimed Cape Town choreographer Veronica Paeper. Set to Bizet's famous music score, Paeper's ballet explores the volatile relationship between the streetwise Carmen and young officer Don José who loses his heart to Carmen. Paeper's Carmen captures the passion of southern Spain in a ballet highlighted by spectacular pas de deux for the principal dancers plus showpieces for the corps de ballet of matadors, smugglers, fiesta ladies and gypsies. A Carmen Open Day will be presented on Saturday 31 July 2010, from 10h00 to 13h00. The cost is R60 per person. Book at Computicket for performances at the Joburg Theatre. Website: www.saballettheatre.co.za
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