Markets
Shongweni Farmers and Craft Market: (today) Fun and safe family outing in the country from 6.30am to 12.30pm. Full Covid-19 protocols in place. Fresh produce, crafts, ready-made foods, decor items, furniture, pet products, outdoor goods, nursery and jewellery. Call 031 777 4686.
Musgrave Market: (today) Under the trees at Berea Park, for food, music and stalls selling arts and crafts, clothing, accessories, confectionery, baked goods, books, toys, plants, good quality second-hand items and more. From 9am to 2pm.
La Lucia Antiques Fair: (tomorrow) Opening market of the year with a range of exciting vintage, and antique collectibles and quirky items from yesteryear. At La Lucia Mall from 9am to 3pm. Call Sandy Day at 082 705 4882.
Golden Hours Market: (tomorrow) A relaxed family-friendly market under the mango trees at Golden Hours School from 10am to 2pm. Live music and food stalls. All Covid-19 protocols in place. Call Lyn at 083 262 3693.
uMhlanga Farmers Market: Autumn Drive, Prestondale, every Wednesday from 8am to noon. Call Ethel at 060 303 3957.
Shows
Rhumbelow, Tina’s: (today and tomorrow) Go Big! starring Aaron Mcilroy and Lisa Bobbert has been extended by popular demand. February 5 and 10 to 12 at 7pm, February 6 at 2pm. Tickets R200 from Computicket or call 082 499 8636 or email [email protected].
Rhumbelow, Durban: Rhumbelow Classics Cinema shows one of the best-loved operas Tosca filmed at the Royal Opera House in London last year. February 8 and 9 at 6pm. Tickets R100 from Computicket or call 082 499 8636 or email [email protected].
Rhumbelow Theatre, Durban: Rhumbelow Classics Cinema shows The Rocky Horror Picture Show starring Tim Curry, Susan Sarandon, Barry Bostwick, Richard O'Brien and Meat Loaf. February 11 to 12 at 7pm, February 13 at 2pm. Dress in character and join two Durban actors as they guide you through all the moves for this cinema party. Prizes for best dressed. Tickets R150 from Computicket or call 082 499 8636 or email [email protected].
Comedy
Protea Fire & Ice, uMhlanga: (today) John Vlismas in a fresh, new, live, enlightening, funny, eye-opening performance in Apex. At 7.30pm. Tickets R150 from Quicket.
Empangeni Country Club: Comedian Sifiso Nene brings his friends to his hometown to make people laugh. February 13 at 5pm. Tickets R200 from Webtickets.
Beachwood Country Club: Join Aaron Mcilroy and Lisa Bobbert in a Valentine’s comedy special, Go Big! Three-course meal and show. February 14 at 6.30pm. Tickets from R340 at Quicket.
Protea Fire & Ice, uMhlanga: Catch Marc Lottering live in Uncle Marc. “Complete strangers are calling me UNCLE! I'd like to chat about this, and some other stuff please," he says. February 18 to 20 at 8pm. Tickets R150 from Quicket.
Linglela Lodge, Estcourt: Mainou’s On Tour comes to 10 towns across KZN over three-weeks, for entertainment, laughter and fun. Starring Carvin H Goldstone, Andrew Hughes and rap/hip hop artists Chuckie & Paul. All shows at 7pm. Estcourt February 18, Newcastle February 19, Pietermaritzburg February 20, Matatiele February 25, Margate February 27, Empangeni March 4. Tickets R250 from Webtickets.
Music
Music Revival: (today) Pianist Christopher Duigan livestreams classical concerts at 6pm every Saturday and a more intimate playlist in his Piano Hour on Wednesdays at 6pm on https://www.youtube.com/c/ChristopherDuigan.
Margate Municipal Art Museum: (today) Catch Nozibusiso Vezi live in concert at 6pm. Tickets R50 from Webtickets.
The German Club, Westville: Sharing the bill on February 12 from 6pm at Musketeers are Parable Fifteen, performing with special guests Inter-Alia, and opening act, singer songwriter Zazz. Gates open at 5pm. Tickets R80 from 031 266 0836 or WhatsApp 064 774 6375.
St Agnes Auditorium, Kloof: Songs of Love is a Valentine's concert featuring the entertainer and conductor Richard Cock, and talented vocalists from Hilton College Music Department. Refreshments available. February 16 at 6pm. Tickets R180 from Webtickets.
Jewish Club: Friends of Music present Sbani Sings Verdi. Durban’s Sbanisenkosi Innocent Mwelase, a civil engineer by day and a singer by night, leaves audiences mesmerised by his powerful and melodic voice. Joining him are Nokulunga Dlame (soprano), Zamokwakhe Zungu (tenor), Musa Magwaza (bass) and Khayakazi Madlala (soprano) with Ashan Peiris on piano in a programme that takes in Macbeth, La Traviata and Nabucco. Bring a picnic lunch. Bar service is available. February 27. Doors open at 1pm, concert starts at 2pm. Tickets: R120 members/ R140 non-members from [email protected] or call Bernice at 083 253 7935 or Keith at 071 505 1021.
Art
KZNSA Gallery: eBhish', a solo exhibition by Luvuyo Equiano Nyawose features photographs and a video installation taken on the eThekwini beachfront between 2018 and 2020 adding to the archival history of the space. Open Tuesday to Sunday.
The Green Gallery: (today) Artworks by Nicole Pletts, and watercolours by Barbara Siedle, Pam Benborath, Thelma Buzzard, and Maureen Dixon, also featuring new oil artist Mandy Kok. Sculptures by Owen Llewellyn Davies and Sarah Richards. Flanders Mall, Mount Edgecombe. Call 031 502 2757.
The Gallery: New and well-known artists with an array of arts. Call 072 245 8691.
Outdoors
Amblers Hiking Club: (tomorrow) At 2pm, hike Giba Gorge Mountain Bike Park, enjoy four waterfalls and cascades. Enjoy a cold beer afterwards at the Umfula restaurant. Entrance R35. Call David at 072 615 0559.
Cycle Club: Meet every Tuesday at the Mini Town car park on North Beach at 9am for a cycle on the promenade. Call Ian at 083 675 2125.
Events
Crocworld, Scottburgh: NPO 4 Paws and a Tale is hosting its Valentine’s Day event at Fish Eagle Café on February 12 to raise funds to feed and care for the area’s vulnerable strays. Chef Morne van Zyl, will cook a three-course meal hosted in the open-air deck with captivating sea views. Fun spot prizes and an exciting auction. From 6pm for 6.30pm. Tickets R180 from The Tale End shop in Scott Street. Bookings essential.
Legacy Yard, uMhlanga: Self-Love Saturday is a self-love-focused wellness morning at Legacy Yard. Doors open at 7am, followed by Express workouts and smoothies and a chocolate tasting. Ends 10am but stay for brunch, more coffee and good vibes. February 12. Tickets R290 from Quicket.
Durban Country Club: Bring a blanket and snuggle up for Valentine’s Day movie and picnic on the lawn. February 14 from 6pm, movie starts at 7.30pm. Tickets R560 a couple, includes a picnic basket for two with a bottle of wine. Tickets from Quicket.
Talloula, Botha’s Hill: Beneath the Chords features Nic Olsen and Matt Wilkinson. Celebrating an evening of good music with fine wine and food. February 12 at 6pm. Limited to 50 tickets at R550 from Quicket.
Doppio Zero, uMhlanga: Same Love Toti is hosting a Valentine’s dinner for LGBTQI couples and allies. Welcome drinks, a three-course meal and some lovely prizes. Proceeds to Same Love Toti which provides help for LGBTI people and their families under the banner “Different families, same love”. February 14 from 6.30pm. Tickets R300 from Quicket.
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