Entertainment

The Nelson Mandela University Department of Music and Performing Arts is delighted to invite you to a series of international masterclasses and a public concert presented by the acclaimed Italian jazz duo Dario Savino Doronzo (trumpet & flugelhorn) and Livio Minafra (piano & composition), as part of their South Africa Tour 2026. At the heart …

The Feather Market Organ Society and the Music Society of Port Elizabeth jointly present their highly popular Soirée Musicale in the SUMMERSTRAND CHURCH, on WEDNESDAY 13 MAY at 18:00 A number of local top musicians will take part in a richly-varied programme of well-loved classical music – an hour long concert to which you can …

Join the NMU Faculty of Humanities Department of Music and Performing Arts on Wednesday 13 May for an uplifting lunchtime concert celebrating vocal excellence, resilience, and the power of music! Featuring outstanding 1st and 2nd year singers trained by Monique Hellenberg, Caleb Zola, Hannah Barth, Tarryn Light and Rory McLaren, plus special performances by: The …

This May, Boardwalk Hotel and Casino are turning up the heat with a Mother’s Day braai, a sizzling hot soul music concert, and an acclaimed gospel show to close the month. Mother’s Day Braai Date Sunday, 10 May Time 1pm to 3.30pm Venue Boardwalk Hotel and Casino’s Kipling’s Brasserie and Bayside Pantry Cost R350 per …

New show “JUXTAPOSE” soon on stage at Mandela Bay Theatre Complex plus dance workshop for young PE dancers Johannesburg-based dance company WGRUV (pronounced “W-Groove” – taken from the family name of founder Holly Gruver) recently began their 2026 season with a highly successful return to the Roodepoort Theatre last weekend with their brand new show, …

Join us for a vibrant lunchtime concert presented by the Brass Studio of the Nelson Mandela University Department of Music and Performing Arts. This engaging programme opens with a selection of solo performances by talented student musicians: Kamvelihle Sanqela (tuba), Matthew Broom (trombone), Keriston Esau (trombone), Jamie Todkill (trumpet), and Larchanette Afrika (trumpet). The second …

Kings & Queens of Soul returns with a promise to bring timeless soul classics to life at Boardwalk ICC on Saturday, 25 April 2026. This dynamic tribute celebrates the legends of soul with bold vocals, rich harmonies and exciting new arrangements and powerful performances from talented singers Fagrie Isaacs, Robin Pieters, Sasha-Lee Davids and Andrea …

Two artists from the North-West University in Potchefstroom to you. Prof Piet Koornhof (violin) and his colleague Jana Mathee (piano) will give a duo recital for the PEMS with the title Fantasy on Sunday, 12 April 2026 at 15h00 in the NMU south campus auditorium. Piet Koornhof writes the following about himself: “I play the …

Leading pianist, Amit Yahav, is returning to South Africa with a programme of music with a personal connection. The programme centres on two major works by composers who have been particularly important throughout his career: the Fantasy in C Major by Schumann, and the Sonata in B Minor by Chopin. These two pinnacles of the Romantic piano literature have …

Dear Friends and Patrons of Mandela Bay Opera, As Easter approaches, Mandela Bay Opera invites you to join us for Lux Aeterna – Operatic Reflections around Easter, a Palm Sunday concert that explores the powerful relationship between faith, drama and the operatic voice. Taking place on Sunday, 29 March at 15:00 at the Cathedral Church …

Johannesburg-based dance company WGRUV (pronounced “W-Groove” – taken from the family name of founder Holly Gruver) will begin with their 2026 season with returns to the Roodepoort Theatre from 9-12 April 2026 and the Mandela Bay Theatre Complex from 30 April to 02 May with a brand new show: “JUXTAPOSE”. Dance-lovers are encouraged to take …

Voulez vous a great evening’s entertainment by an exciting line-up of local performers? Voulez vous a unique live experience to celebrate Valentine’s Day, whether with a partner, friends, family or your book club? Impact Community Theatre definitely speaks your language and invites audiences to fall in love with music, laughter and local talent at their …

Voulez vous a great evening’s entertainment by an exciting line-up of local performers. Voulez vous a unique live experience to celebrate Valentine’s Day, whether with a partner, friends, family or your book club. Impact Community Theatre definitely speaks your language we’d love you to fall in love with music, laughter and local talent at our …

Currently on at the Savoy Theatre, Music! Movies! Magic! opened on Wednesday evening 7 January. Sue and I were seated next to Bongi Siwisa who had brought her grandchildren along for the fun. By the way Bongi, these types of shows will probably be a big hit at the Boardwalk – fun, family, rocking – …

he Mandela Bay Theatre Complex (MBTC) proudly presents the Urban Dance Festival, a six-day celebration of movement, rhythm, and cultural expression from 1 to 6 December 2023. This electrifying event will transform the MBTC into a dynamic hub of dance innovation, featuring performances, workshops, and collaborations that spotlight South Africa’s vibrant urban dance scene. This …

Mandela Bay Opera invites you to join us for a very special end-of-year event – Christmas at the Opera, a festive lunchtime concert celebrating the joy, reflection, and generosity of the season. This concert unfolds like a Christmas Eve house concert – intimate, heartfelt, and filled with beautiful music. Our soloists, chorus, and pianists will …

Get ready for a laughter-packed weekend as the Friendly City Comedy Crew presents its 7 in 10 Comedy Show. Seven comedians will take to the stage on two consecutive nights, with ten minutes each to provide you with endless laughs. Catch the shows on 31 October and 1 November at The Athenaeum, Central, starting at …

Eastern Cape filmmakers are set to receive a cut of the R230 million in film funding offered by the Sixth Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme (PESP 6) through the National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) as funding roadshows kicked off in the province in East London on Wednesday. The first of three NFVF Eastern Cape PESP …

Gumball’s Van Tour hits Gqeberha from 15 – 19 October to celebrate the launch of Cartoon Network’s brand-new series, The Wonderfully Weird World of Gumball. Gqeberha – look what the wind blew in. Gumball and Darwin are on their way to the Friendly City for the fourth leg of their South African Van Tour with …

The Feather Market Organ Society and the Music Society of Port Elizabeth jointly present a concert of lovely music. The concert is unique in the sense that the programme will consist of music from the movies and musicals. Together, with the music, videos from the relevant movies will be shown, resulting in a lovely audio-visual …

Sue and I attended the opening night of Annie the Musical at the Savoy Theatre last night. My one word review is: Go! The show’s Schedule going forward: Thursday, 25/09/25 – 7:00 PM – Pink Team Friday, 26/09/25 – 7:00 PM – Purple Team Saturday, 27/09/25 – 2:00 PM – Pink Team Saturday, 27/09/25 – …

Don’t miss funnyman Riaad Moosa’s hilarious new show, What’s The Point? at the Boardwalk ICC on Saturday, 4 October. The show starts at 8pm and tickets are available from Webtickets at R180 each. The award-winning comedian, presenter, writer and actor (and legitimate doctor) is known for blending humour and intellect, and for avoiding profanity and …

Art Effect” by WGRUV Dance company will be staged at the UJ Arts & Culture Venue from 10 to 12 October 2025 (three performances) before moving to the Mandela Bay Theatre Complex for four performances from 30 October to 2 November 2025 including a 15h00 performance for learners on the first show date. “Art Effect” …

Join the NMU for an unforgettable evening that celebrates how we remember, reimagine, and carry heritage forward through contemporary artistry. After the overwhelming success of last year’s sold-out event, the 2025 Vice-Chancellor’s Cultural Evening promises an even more spectacular experience. This year’s theme, Echoes & Imprints, unfolds as a multi-modal, multi-sensory performance weaving together music, …

NELSON MANDELA BAY – The sun is coming out next month as everyone’s favourite musical, Annie, takes centre stage at the Savoy Theatre from 24 September to 11 October 2025, presented by Impact Community Theatre (formerly the PE G&S Society). Beloved by audiences around the world, Annie brings its heartwarming story, unforgettable songs, and scrappy …

One of my long time sailing friends, Frank Collier – of Redhouse fame, has a wonderful turn of phrase that just invites one to read more. Eliciting the response from most; “When are you writing a book, Frank?” Great was my elation to read that the old codger has just done so. Hi notification said …

Nelson Mandela Bay Dance Festival is set to celebrate a powerful convergence of heritage and creativity when it hosts the 44th annual event from 25 – 30 August at the Savoy Theatre. The Nelson Mandela Bay Dance Festival, showcasing a vibrant tapestry of dance styles from classical ballet and tap to hip hop, traditional dance …