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| Durban Military Tattoo |
| Date: July 2, 2009
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| Durban’s Tattoo is the Clairwood Oval between July 2 and 4 this year and promises to be a great family outing complete with mock battles, big guns, fireworks, dog displays and rousing performances by a host of military bands |
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| Tribute to Dire Straits @ Heritage Theatre |
| Date: July 2, 2009
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| ‘Brothers In Arms’, the new show at the Heritage theatre, pays tribute to Mark Knopfler, one of the world’s truly great guitarists responsible for some of the most memorable music of the past three decades. This singer and songwriter co-founded British rock group Dire Straits with brother David in 1977 and has sold more than 120-million albums to date |
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| Grammy Award winners to perform at Nelspruit's Innibos Arts Festival |
| Date: June 30, 2009
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| Ladysmith Black Mambazo, together with renowned jazz artist, Moreira Chonguica will be part of the star-studded line-up in the Sunday Concert in the Botanical Gardens, which takes place in the Nelspruit on Sunday 5 July as part of the Innibos Arts Festival.The show, aptly called ‘Harmony in the Gardens’ is a light classical concert with Moreira concluding the act with his inimitable jazz performance |
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| Count down has begun for Nivea Art Awards 2009 |
| Date: June 30, 2009
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| Photographing, framing and cataloguing works handed in by 23 finalists in START THE NIVEA ART AWARD 2009 is well underway and all are now counting the days until winners are announced in just under a month’s time. All the finalists’ pieces will be exhibited at the KZNSA gallery between 21 July and 28 August |
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| EA Mobile takes you to the movies in 2009! |
| Date: June 28, 2009
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| EA Mobile(TM), a division of Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:ERTS), has announced that it is bringing Hollywood to mobile phones everywhere in 2009 with the launch of four new, movie-based titles. Each title will give fans the chance to extend their movie experience by stepping into the shoes of their favorite characters from the big screen for all new action and adventures on a mobile device |
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| Book launch: 'Working in Warwick' |
| Date: June 28, 2009
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| 'Working in Warwick' offers a fresh look at street traders’ lives, the role they play in city life and their contribution to Durban’s economy. Through the text and photographs this book shows that it is possible to include street trading in urban plans in a way that adds to the vibrancy and attraction of cities. This is not a common perception of street trading or of urban planning, which makes this book all the more significant |
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| Paying tribute to Michael Jackson |
| Date: June 28, 2009
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| Cape Town radio station Heart 104.9FM in association with GrandWest Casino and Sony together with eight local icons will be hosting a memorial concert to pay tribute to the life of Michael Jackson |
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| NATIONAL EISTEDDFOD ACADEMY 2009: FINAL CALL FOR ENTRIES |
| Date: June 24, 2009
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| The National Eisteddfod Academy (NEA), a platform for youth development in music, dance, drama and visual arts, offers prospective candidates who missed the closing date for entries a last opportunity to submit entries before 10 July 2009, after which a double entry fee, as applicable for a particular region, will apply |
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| Call for applications: scriptwriting workshop |
| Date: June 24, 2009
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| The 30th Durban International Film Festival (23 July to 2 August 2009) will be offering an extensive seminar and workshop programme in addition to the 200 film screening over the period. As a result a free writing and scriptwriting workshop is now opened to applications |
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| Review: Welcome to the Sticks |
| Date: June 24, 2009
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| Welcome to the Sticks (or Bienvenue chez les Ch’tis) is a quirky French film that has broken box office records in its home country. A film with sub-titles can be rather confusing and annoying on some levels, but not this one |
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| A passion for music: 'Still' Shannon Hope's début album |
| Date: June 21, 2009
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| With two opening performances for Prime Circle, an intimate tête-a-tête at the Market restaurant and a performance at Snap Wine Bar to name but some the past few months have been busy for local muso Shannon Hope |
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| Review: Knowing (2009) |
| Date: June 19, 2009
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| Knowing, the latest film by director Alex Proyas, leaves the viewer questioning the ways of the universe, and whether one believes in fate over destiny |
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| DURBAN’S ARTISTIC IMPRINT ON THE WORLD SOCCER MAP |
| Date: June 19, 2009
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| The Kizo Art Gallery, in Gateway Umhlanga, will host the official KwaZulu-Natal launch of the 2010 African Fine Art Collection from 3 July 2009. This features iconic creations by accomplished African artists that form part of the first ever fine art collection to be officially licensed by FIFA |
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| Celebrate Father's Day with a book on sports trivia |
| Date: June 16, 2009
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| ‘The Penguin Book of Sports Trivia’, a fascinating collection of some of the most interesting and bizarre anecdotes from two of the country’s biggest fans - broadcaster David O’Sullivan and journalist Kevin McCullum - is being punted as the perfect gift for Father’s Day. However, its fascination will continue long after the final whistle, making it the ideal present for any sports mad South African |
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| CONFEDERATIONS CUP A BIG SCREEN SELL OUT |
| Date: June 16, 2009
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| Over 4 000 South Africans picked up free tickets this past weekend to watch the opening games of the 2009 Confederations Cup at Ster-Kinekor Theatres, which are screening all the matches live and free at cinemas nationwide |
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| Review: State of Play |
| Date: June 15, 2009
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| Investigative journalism forms the core of the newsroom – AND a scoop is the order of the day. ‘State of Play’, which revolves around this premise, is a taut thriller with an abundance of twists and turns with a magnificent performance by Russell Crowe as reporter Cal McAffrey |
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| Zebra & Giraffe - the best entertainment ever! |
| Date: June 13, 2009
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| Seeing that it was my first visit to a gig at the Willowvale Hotel, I had absolutely no expectations and let me tell you, I never want to go back. If I do, I know that I will always be disappointed. The reason being that I very highly doubt that any line-up could better, “Shadow Club”; “Fire through the Window” and a pause for my bias… “Zebra and Giraffe”! |
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| Passion for art? Visit Marjorie Jones this weekend |
| Date: June 12, 2009
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| Well known KwaZulu-Natal artist Marjorie Jones will be showcasing a range of artwork - wood, cement and ceramic sculpture, oil on canvas, monoprints and wall hangings incorporating a rich mixture of sisal, natural wool and clay - at her Hillcrest studio home this weekend |
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| Support development surfers at concert tonight |
| Date: June 12, 2009
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| Mahala Surf Co, a non-profit organisation, launches its Durban leg of the campaign tonight 12 June - Donating your old surfboard means you get a child off the street, off the glue and onto the waves.
It also means you get in for free
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| Eastern Cape Park welcomes birders |
| Date: June 11, 2009
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| The Addo Elephant National Park is firmly entrenching itself on the South African birding map with its second Sasol Addo Birding Weekend. This is a unique opportunity to explore the Eastern Cape Park with its diverse biomes and over 400 bird species |
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| LE MANS 24 HOURS - A fruitful session for Peugeot in the wet |
| Date: June 11, 2009
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| Although much of last night’s free practice took place in heavy rain, Team Peugeot Total profited from the six-hour session to get in some valuable running time and set-up work. The crews of the three Peugeot 908 HDi FAPs reported good progress ahead of tonight’s qualifying session and in readiness for the weekend’s race which is due to start at 3pm on Saturday afternoon. |
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| Versus Backyard Concert at Crusaders |
| Date: June 11, 2009
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| The second Versus Backyard Concert takes place at the Northwood Crusaders Sports Club in Durban North on Saturday, 27 June. This once again promises a showcase of great live music and a fun day out for the whole family |
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| Memories are made of this @ Durban Botanical Gardens - new date |
| Date: June 10, 2009
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| As the rain, unfortunately led to the cancellation of the concert on Mother’s Day, the Durban Botanical Gardens have organised two special concerts this month, namely, ‘Memories are made of this…’ in celebration of mothers this Sunday (14 June) and special guests Zebra and Giraffe next Sunday (21 June) to celebrate Father’s Day |
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| New Vehicle Sales in South Africa - May 2009 |
| Date: June 8, 2009
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| In amplification of the new vehicle sales statistics for the month of May, 2008 – released by the National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of South Africa (NAAMSA) – the Association commented that sales in all segments of the South African new vehicle market, as well as export sales, had continued to register sharp falls compared to the corresponding month last year |
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| Steve Fataar and Friends @ Luna Lounge |
| Date: June 8, 2009
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| Steve Fataar (ex Flames) together with daughter Tara (vocals) and son Dain beat-boxer (Avataar), kicked off the evening with Richard Ellis (drums), Mo Mchunu (bass) Mompumelelo Mtombela (Pume) and Bhana George on vocals. Surprise guests were Luca (rapper) and Melody on acoustic guitar |
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| Indelible impression @ Northway Showcase |
| Date: June 5, 2009
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| Host, Collin Hull, set the stage for an evening of acoustic music @ the Northway Showcase from deep-south blues to American love songs. Glroia's eye-witness account |
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| Review: The Burning Plain |
| Date: June 5, 2009
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| No stranger to thought-provoking movies, Charlize Theron is once again thrust into an angst-ridden scenario – this time with respect to a torrid love affair which ends in disaster |
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| Restrospective look at PMB Royal Show |
| Date: June 4, 2009
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| Prior to the PMB Royal Show I had the opportunity of interviewing Jon, the leader singer of the band Cassette, who was set to perform on 23 May. East Coast Radio in conjunction with Big Media staged the event with five fantastic bands in the line-up |
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| White Mountain tickets now on sale |
| Date: June 4, 2009
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| If you want to get away from it all and chill out in a superb mountain setting while listening to acoustic performances by some South Africa’s top artists, then look no further than the annual White Mountain Folk Festival |
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| Sizzling cinema programme for National Arts Festival |
| Date: June 2, 2009
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| Film Festival to provide rare treasures from the annals of celluloid, fascinating documentaries, hard-hitting footage by South African filmmakers, current chart toppers – there is something for every taste at the National Arts Festival in Grahamstown next month |
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| Diversity of art at Le Chic House of Art in Eshowe |
| Date: June 1, 2009
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| “I want the gallery to grow with me organically,” Eshowe artist Amy Hargreaves says of the Eshowe home that is rapidly transforming into an art gallery now that she has returned to Zululand after 10 years |
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| Review: Duplicity |
| Date: June 1, 2009
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| Keeping the viewers on their toes ‘Duplicity’ offers twists within twists with a total surprise at the end |
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| Update on Durban Art Galleries |
| Date: June 1, 2009
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| Durban’s art galleries need our support. We’re GoingArt - T so join us and find out about Durban’s creative side and send us any information that you would like to share with fellow art lovers on Shirley@goingwildsa.co.za
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| East meets West fashion fusion at Suncoast Casino |
| Date: May 26, 2009
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| Suncoast Casino in Durban is set to vibrate this weekend as models take to the ramp in an extravaganza of fashion fusion and dance – India meets Africa meets Europe 29 – 31 May |
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| BMXing in Soweto |
| Date: May 25, 2009
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| Sebastian Keep (UK) took top honors at the Red Bull Soweto Sessions BMX contest on Sunday (24 May 2009) where 17 Top riders from around the country came down to the Orlando Power Station in Soweto to battle it out on a tailor-made park constructed by the riders themselves |
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| Art in the Park: Pietermaritzburg |
| Date: May 24, 2009
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| One of the most special annual outings is a visit to Art in the Park in Pietermaritzburg which always coincides with the last weekend of the Royal Show |
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| 'Journey to Mecca' - an Imax experience |
| Date: May 24, 2009
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| For the first time on the giant Imax screen one is able to experience the Hajj- a monumental journey undertaken at least once in a lifetime by the followers of Islam - compiled by Dominic Cunningham-Reid, Taran Davies and Jonathan Barker |
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| Loyiso débuts at Durban Botanic Gardens |
| Date: May 23, 2009
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| Top South African R&B artist - Loyiso, is appearing for the first time at the Old Mutual Music at the Lake concert series on Sunday 31 May |
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| ‘Thunsil – The mischief maker’ enthralls |
| Date: May 22, 2009
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| In a celebration of South African author, poet, playwright and director – Ronnie Govender’s 75th birthday, the Playhouse Theatre in Durban is hosting a retrospective play penned by Govender which not only holds the audience captive, but leaves one with food for thought |
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| Interview: Cassette |
| Date: May 20, 2009
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| Cassette, with its latest single “Who Do You Trust?’, is the hottest band currently on the airwaves. Having performed at the Zulu Jazz Lounge in March, they are set to perform in KZN once again - the Royal Show in Pietermaritzburg on Saturday |
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| Voodoo Child launches début CD |
| Date: May 19, 2009
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| On a recent trip to Cape Town under the MTN Xploaded banner Voodoo Child proved that it is a band with which to be reckoned and is already making waves on the South African music scene |
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| Surprise at Northway Showcase |
| Date: May 16, 2009
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| Earlier this month a tribute to the music of the 60s and 70s took place at Northway in Durban as a Wednesday Surprise package |
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| Review: Angels and Demons |
| Date: May 13, 2009
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| Although “Angels & Demons” was written in book form before “The Da Vinci Code”, the film version - which opens on South African screens this weekend - has been made as a sequel which highlights the volatile relationship between the lead character, Robert Langdon and the Vatican |
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| Naked: Creative Collective - art, fashion, slam poetry, dance, music |
| Date: May 12, 2009
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| Following on the success of the Naked and Red Eye parties – contemporary fusions of art, music, fashion and dance – comes “Naked: Creative Collective” on Saturday 16 May.
It all happens in the Durban City Hall precinct as a send off for the globe-trotting international project of ‘Make Art/Stop Aids’
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| Tourism Indaba reflects enthusiasm for 2010 World Cup |
| Date: May 12, 2009
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| This weekend saw the opening of Tourism Indaba 2009 at the Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban – four days of non-stop networking with all the players in the tourism industry |
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| Barnyard Gateway pays tribute to Broadway (Review) |
| Date: May 11, 2009
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| 'Broadway Rocks' at the Barnyard Theatre at Gateway until 4 June takes audiences on a magical journey through all the wonderful musicals that have both filled stages and enriched our lives over the decades |
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| The weekend ahead |
| Date: May 8, 2009
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| There is a weekend of note ahead especially on the cinematic front… and a new generation of ‘Trekkies’ are about to be born. |
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| Movie Review: Star Trek – The future begins |
| Date: May 8, 2009
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| A new generation of ‘Trekkies’ is about to be born for once you have watched this prequel to the Star Trek series you will be hooked – AND that’s a guarantee |
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| Movie review: Coraline 3D |
| Date: May 5, 2009
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| Although ‘Coraline’ may be a little scary for younger members of the audience (those U10 should be accompanied by a parent) it is well worth a visit to the cinema as the morals behind the tale are one’s which should be inculcated as early as possible |
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| Charity Turf challenge 2009 |
| Date: May 2, 2009
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| The Charity Turf Challenge is an exciting competition that offers fans of the sport of horseracing a unique opportunity to select a team of 10 horses to follow throughout the 2009 KZN Champion’s Season |
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| Netherlands Set the Pace for A1GP Finale |
| Date: May 2, 2009
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| The final weekend of 2008/09 A1GP World Cup of Motorsport began at Brands Hatch in Kent yesterday with A1 Team Netherlands’ Jeroen Bleekemolen setting the pace with a 1m 12.700s, over two seconds faster than the official A1GP lap record. Earlier in the day France’s Nicolas Prost topped the rookie session |
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| Finalists: Nivea Art Awards 2009 |
| Date: May 2, 2009
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| The top 23 Finalists for START the Nivea Art Awards 2009 are: Michelle Silk, Ann Buss, Veronica Huber, Lara Mellon, Robert Infanti, Sbusiso Zondo, Zama Mthiyane, Amy-Jo Windt, Mariek Petzer, Ashley Jewnarain, Angie Arbuthnot, Albina Mitchell, Janet Solomon, Ross Passmoor, Cynthia Msibi, Bheki Gumbi, Leanne Frisinger, Kim Bagley, Tony Buckland, Robyn Cook, Diana Maroun, Deborah van Niekerk and Jane Oliver |
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| 2009 Roxy Invitational Surfers prepare for Mozambique |
| Date: May 2, 2009
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| With just a few days until the start the 2009 Roxy Invitational at the fabled Ponto d'Oura in Mozambique, the 12 invited surfers have been clocking up the hours and preparing for what has become one of South African surfing's most popular events |
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| 'Spa're some time for yourself |
| Date: May 2, 2009
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| Two of KwaZulu-Natal’s most memorable spa experiences are just a stone’s throw from Durban (in more ways than one). In fact, few city slickers realise that an hour’s drive can take them to a private game reserve that can offer a hot stone massage with a difference |
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| IMPERIAL RUSSIAN BALLET COMPANY FOR DURBAN |
| Date: May 2, 2009
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| Balletomanes will be treated to a spectacular performance by the Imperial Russian Ballet when the famous dance company visits Durban on June 27. Shows are at the Playhouse Opera Theatre at 3pm and 7pm |
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| Boosting SA’s leaders of the future |
| Date: May 2, 2009
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| Calling all emerging leaders – the next International Navigator leadership programme is running in Gauteng from 12 May 2009 |
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| Celebrate Mother’s Day in the Durban Botanic Gardens |
| Date: May 1, 2009
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| Old Mutual and East Coast Radio Durban’s No 1 invite you to enjoy a special day in the Durban Botanic Gardens celebrating all moms at the Music at the Lake Mothers Day Concert on Sunday 10 May at 2:30pm |
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| Toast to Season Five Idols finalists |
| Date: April 30, 2009
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| Sasha-Lee Davids and Jason Hartman, the finalists in Season Five of Idols, undertook a whirlwind tour of Durban yesterday (Wednesday 29th April). And Jason being the first KZN finalist in the any of the M-Net Idols seasons was a good enough reason for Bean Bag Bohemia to dedicate one of its cocktails – ‘Another Big Woo Woo’ |
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| A1GP Mexico City cancelled |
| Date: April 29, 2009
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| A1GP World Cup of Motorsport has been forced to cancel round eight of the 2008/09 season, A1GP Mexico City, Mexico on 22-24 May after the recent outbreaks of swine flu and the advisory from the UK Foreign Office to cancel non essential travel to the country |
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| ‘Tango Nights’: The sensuality of dance |
| Date: April 29, 2009
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| Sean Bovim – artistic director and choreographer of Cape Town’s Bovim Ballet has created a ballet which is astounding and sensually compelling |
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| Art and rural South Africa - Janine Jones' perspective |
| Date: April 29, 2009
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| Eshowe artist Janine Jones lived among rural people in KwaZulu-Natal and the Transkei for 10 years. Today, after returning to the town she knew as a youngster, she is capturing those experiences and has opened a gallery to showcase both her paintings and the work of fellow Zululand artists
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| Review: Hannah Montana (the movie) |
| Date: April 28, 2009
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| Opening on South African screens this weekend 'Hannah Montana: The Movie' is an ideal outing for the entire family |
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| Review 'Woodstock Remembered' @ the Heritage Theatre |
| Date: April 27, 2009
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| Woodstock Remembered is a “groovy” celebration of the 40th anniversary of the rock concert of all times. If, for me, the Dockyard’s tribute to Crosby Stills and Nash was the supper theatre show of the year for 2008, then this one goes way beyond that. In fact, if you are one of those who have just a few rand to spare for one special show during the current financial squeeze, then this is well worth the investment |
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| Test Drive - Audi TTS: Adrenaline for the soul |
| Date: April 27, 2009
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| Some people get their kicks from doing silly things, like sky-diving and bungi-jumping. There is, however – for those of us who are not quite so daft – an easier way. And it’s not nearly as life threatening either… |
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| All about Art - Galleries in Durban |
| Date: April 27, 2009
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| Durban’s art scene is way behind other major centres. We have a wonderful collection of galleries and art shops - the only problem is that too few of us know about them! We’re GoingArt - T so join us and find out about Durban’s creative side |
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| Revealing the 'Obsessive Urge to Categorise' |
| Date: April 22, 2009
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| Midlands artist Nicholas Crooks explores what seems to be an universal “Obsessive Urge to Categorise” at an exhibition of his work of the past three months. It runs until 9 May at artSPACE in Umgeni Road. Gallery hours are between 10 am and 4pm during the week and 10am and 1pm on Saturdays |
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| JOMBA! 2009 – A slice of life through contemporary dance |
| Date: April 22, 2009
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| ‘Art is not a part of life, it is life,’ said Lliane Loots – Artistic Director in her opening speech of JOMBA! 2009, as she explained how dance is but one method of getting one’s point across. ‘Today is momentous – not only is it Earth Day but the elections have taken place 15 years after the birth of the new democracy. However, the arts are still marginalized - placed one side.’ |
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| ZOE + SOMEBODY’S CHILD WITH FOX FYRE AT LAVENDER BLUE |
| Date: April 20, 2009
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| Sunday 18 April - A more perfect day for music in the hills we could not have asked for. A soft gentle breeze feathered our brows and Lavender Blue was warm and welcoming with that giant tree whispering for blankets and chairs to be placed under it to relax and listen to the music |
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| Third in 'Spud' series to be released in June |
| Date: April 20, 2009
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| Local author/actor John van de Ruit’s much anticipated third book in the Spud series – ‘Spud, Learning To Fly’ - will be launched on Wednesday, 10 June. Penguin Books have let out a few secrets |
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| Durban set to Tango with Cape Town’s Bovim Ballet |
| Date: April 17, 2009
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| ‘Tango Nights’ which combines the allure and sensuality of tango with the athleticism of rock ballet en-pointe, will have a short season at the Playhouse from 29 April – 3 May as part of a national tour |
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| Splashy excitement |
| Date: April 16, 2009
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| Billed as KwaZulu-natal’s biggest music festival, this year’s Splashy Fen attracted thousands of visitors… and the weather played ball as if in recognition of the festival’s 20th year. This year’s report comes from two sources |
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| Elvis with a twist at the Barnyard Theatre |
| Date: April 15, 2009
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| ‘Elvis Forever’, the Barnyard Gateway’s current tribute to the king of rock ‘n roll, is a nostalgic party that covers the hits of the fifties, sixties and seventies with a special touch of musical magic from a very talented cast. It is a pity that it runs for just two weeks until 19 April |
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| Chefs at AL 63 infuse Glenashley with taste |
| Date: April 9, 2009
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| AL63, trendy home to some of Durban’s finest authentic Italian dishes, was reborn in Glenashley this week. Local foodies can now savour some of the city’s best pastas and risottos in a light and airy location with a beautiful view over the lush KZN coast |
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| Mbili's art encapsulates 2010 at KZNSA Gallery exhibition |
| Date: April 8, 2009
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| ‘All Eyes In African’, one of the latest exhibitions at the KZNSA Gallery in Bulwer Road, is a vibrant and even amusing take on the 2010 Soccer World Cup. Mbhekeni Mbili has come up with a refreshing examination of a topic that has “been done to death”. His work will be in the KZNSA’s upper gallery until 19 April |
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| CUSTOMIZE, THE BANX AND SETH @ ROBSONS BREWERY |
| Date: April 8, 2009
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| One again Luna Lounge came to the party, this time with three rock outfits, and back in the cradle of that well organised, comfortable venue of Robsons Brewery. What a beautiful sunny afternoon we had in the hills |
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| Giba Gorge hosts Shomon and friends |
| Date: April 8, 2009
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| I was so excited to be going to this gig arranged, once again, by Luna Lounge, as I had heard that this was Shomon’s last one for a while, and I did not want to miss out on her journey |
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| And all that jazz |
| Date: April 4, 2009
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| Packed to capacity the Cape Town International Convention Centre is a hub of frenetic activity as jazz enthusiasts gather from South Africa and abroad to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Cape Town International Jazz Festival |
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| Merc Blue Efficiency C180: It's a kind of magic |
| Date: March 30, 2009
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| To most of us, the world is full of inexplicable occurrences – sleight of hand that leaves us wondering how, yet knowing it to be mere trickery. But is the new Mercedes Blue Efficiency just a magnificent illusion, or is it truly some kind of magic? |
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| Dolosfees 2009 – Zululand pays tribute to Afrikaans heritage |
| Date: March 28, 2009
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| For the second year in a row those in and around the City of uMhlathuze will be recognising the manner in which Afrikaans artists (musical and theatrical community as well as in literature) have added to the richness and diversity of our country |
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| Broadcast times on SuperSport for World Cup qualifiers |
| Date: March 28, 2009
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| There is a feast of top-class international football coming your way on your World of Champions as the race to win a place at the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa resumes across the globe. There will be 25 different qualifiers within a space of six days, including Spain, England, Italy, Brazil, Argentina, Holland, Germany, Portugal and France |
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| World class cricket commentary for IPL |
| Date: March 28, 2009
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| Ravi Shastri, Sunil Gavaskar and Kepler Wessels will be among the 15-strong commentary team to be used for the upcoming IPL tournament in South Africa.
SuperSport will broadcast all 59 matches, picking up the international feed from Sony Entertainment India, which will produce the event |
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| Communication through art at Kizo Gallery Gateway |
| Date: March 27, 2009
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| ‘Scratching Surfaces’, the exhibition that opened at Kizo’s upstairs gallery on Thursday night is a unique collaboration by five Durban artists and an illustration of how different creatives can connect through exploring similar issues in their own unique ways. It closes on 19 April |
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| Jazz on uMhlanga’s rocks |
| Date: March 27, 2009
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| A free open-air Jazz concert, ‘BnB Sure Jazz on the Rocks’, is scheduled to take place on Easter Sunday (12 April) from 3pm to 6pm on the grassy area next to Umhlanga’s iconic lighthouse |
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| For all the right reasons |
| Date: March 27, 2009
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| After days of rigorous testing and literally months of anticipation, the South African Guild of Motoring Journalists recently announced the Honda Accord as their choice for the 2009 SA Car of the Year. But did they get it right…
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| Review: 'Little Shop of Horrors' @ The Sneddon Theatre |
| Date: March 27, 2009
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| Greg King and Steven Stead, masters of Durban’s well known end-of-year pantomimes, have outdone themselves this time round. A slick production with a high profile and award winning cast makes this show a must see. It runs until 19 April |
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| Painting Dynamics - created by the new BMW Z4 |
| Date: March 19, 2009
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| Imagine a canvas nearly as large as a football field. On it bold, swirling shapes in primary colours such as red, yellow and blue. As the eye uncovers the rhythm of the lines, curves, circles and colour splotches, something else is revealed: these forms must have been created by tyre treads! A work of art, created by an artist like no other – the new BMW Z4 Roadster! |
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| Automechanika SA may just get interesting |
| Date: March 19, 2009
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| The inaugural Automechanika SA automotive trade fair is underway, but before you get too excited, no – it’s not a car show. Well, it wasn’t, but then someone woke up the organisers |
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| Diakonia Council of Churches’ “Pilgrimage of Hope” |
| Date: March 18, 2009
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| ‘Pilgrimage of Hope’ – an informative, elegant and collectable coffee table book which chronicles the annual Diakonia Good Friday services – will be launched to the public at a glittering dinner function at the Durban City Hall on Wednesday 1 April in the presence of Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu |
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| Honda Accord is SA’s 2009 Car of the Year |
| Date: March 18, 2009
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| The South African Guild of Motoring Journalists (SAGMJ) announced the Honda Accord 2.4 Executive as South Africa’s 2009 Car of the Year (COTY) at a gala banquet at Gallagher Convention Centre, Midrand, on Tuesday 17 March. The awards function, hosted by competition sponsor WesBank, was attended by the who’s who of the South African motoring industry. |
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