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Priscilla Queen of the Desert
Priscilla Queen of the Desert was absolutely one of the BEST productions I have ever seen. Normally when I see a production, musical or show of any kind there is normally something I could critique or something that maybe didn't sit well with me etc... but with this show, I have nothing negative to say.
The music was absolutely world class, there is a live orchestra and singers performing the songs, which were all songs the audience could sing along too. Preforming hits like "Raining men", "I will Survive", "True Colours" and many many more. The dancing to go along with the music was fantastic, no one missed a beat. The actors were in sync, they were energetic, passionate and didn't stop for a second. It was amazing to watch, I could not tear my eyes away from them.
Now the costumes! WOW, WOW, WOW... My favourite was the one below that looked like a hot air balloon/clown/anchor combination. I loved the colours, the over the top wigs, the way no body fell even, though I was half expecting someone too and the attention to detail was immaculate. To be honest I loved all of the costumes, they had costumes ranging from plain sweats, to angel wings made out of neon lights, to tight leotards made of glitz and glamour, to hillbilly and cowboy looks. They were truly breath taking.
Pricilla....the bus's special effects and lighting were out of this world. We sat there wondering how they created this effect and still have no idea. It made the festivities of the show that much greater and really was a highlight of the entire show.
Overall the reason why I loved this show so much was because it had laughter, music, and dancing...but most importantly it was relatable and very much prevalent in our world today. There is still so much discrimination in the LGBT and Trans community, that a musical adapted from a film that was made many moons ago, that had meaning and purpose then, still carries such a strong and positive connotation now. It was the first show that I can remember from the many shows that I have seen, that I actually shed a tear and got emotional. Only for a brief time, so please don't think I sat there balling my eyes out, but there was a scene that was so powerful because it was so honest and open. The scene accompanied by the song "True Colours" showed the vulnerability and unacceptance of the character, which is a reality that so many face today in society. It was so powerful and moving. Besides that the musical was hilarious, naughty and amazingly choreographed. This show just leaves you with a feel good feeling, and that was amazing.
"Priscilla Queen of the Desert is a heart-warming and uplifting tale of three drag artist friends who hop aboard a battered old bus aka “Priscilla” and go off on the adventure of a life-time through the Australian Outback, to perform in Alice Springs. On the way they find friendship, love and far more than they ever dreamed of."
Teatro Montecasino, Johannesburg . 29 April – 18 June
DONT MISS OUT ON THIS AMAZING SHOW...BOOK NOW WHILE YOU STILL CAN!!!
Ratings:
Costumes...5/5 BluBirds
Music...5/5 Blubirds
Production...5/5 BluBirds
Choreography....5/5 BluBirds
Overall...5/5 Blubirds
TOTAL 25/25 BluBirds
Ratings:
Costumes...5/5 BluBirds
Music...5/5 Blubirds
Production...5/5 BluBirds
Choreography....5/5 BluBirds
Overall...5/5 Blubirds
TOTAL 25/25 BluBirds
Artist Feature: TIMA REECE
Sultry Songstress
TIMA REECE RETURNS!
Comeback album “9” drops 2 December
The name TIMA REECE will soon be back on music lovers’ lips when she launches her eagerly anticipated brand new comeback album “9” on 2nd December 2016.
Tima along with her team have been hard at work in studio over the past few months fine-tuning an album that she is proud of.
“9” is a fusion of R&B, Soul, Pop and Trap with the nine-track album exploring relationship dynamics including love, loss and most importantly, the resurrection of hope.
This is all close to Tima’s heart, having stepped away from a budding solo career nine years ago after the pressures, constant demands and disappointments of the industry took hold, and depression followed.
Not leaving the industry entirely, Tima decided to “take a step back” and perform in shows, corporate events and the like under her birth name, Tia Herman, after having married the equally talented Kurt Herman; now also her business partner on a number of projects. She has since been one of the most sought after vocalists and vocal coaches since then, working on projects such Idols, The Voice SA and many others whilst also being a reputable show producer along with Kurt, in her own right.
Tima literally exploded onto the SA Music Scene at a young age, having been discovered at 15 in the television series Shell Road to Fame. Her first hit single Crazy ‘Bout You was released at just 16 years of age, garnering her a SAMA Best Dance Single Nomination in 2001. The industry and public alike sat up and took notice! A new star was born.
She was quickly snapped up by a New York based recording company and at 18, she was on a plane and starting her international recording career. Whilst based in New York Tima had the unforgettable experience of writing with many influential names in the industry, such as Calvin Gaines, Mark Wilson, Mike Mason, and Marc Dorsey – people who have written and produced albums for stars such as Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey.
Shortly after Tima’s return to South Africa from the United States, her debut album was released, with its well-deserved success earning her a SAMA Award nomination in the Best R&B Category in 2004.
Hits such as You Should Know and My Body’s Crying further established her as a popular R&B artist and these hits still enjoy high rotation on local radio stations more than a decade later….
Says Tima of her return to the solo spotlight; “My desire to create music has always been a huge part of who I am. I’ve been writing songs since the age of 11 and I have a whole lot more to say now at the age of 33. I’ve been through a whole lot over the last 9 years, it’s time to pour it out into what I know best; music.”
She continues; “My greatest influence is my children. I had a look at my past and realised that if I don’t pursue my dreams and give it my all, when the time comes for me to push my sons towards their destiny, I would have no leg to stand on. I want to be a positive role model for them. A go-getter.”
Tima’s latest offering shows off her silky vocals while a cameo of ProVerb on the trap ballad “Nguwe” brings about the crème of rap innovators. The sultry songstress uses dark and sensual beats that explore a multitude of genres that will appeal to mass audiences.
Tima has always enjoyed a close affinity with her fans even during this 9-year hiatus and the excitement from them with the expectations of this new release is undeniable. She looks forward to being on a stage performing for them, soon. For her, it’s one of the best experiences in the world!
The album will be released at an exclusive industry event on 29 November and thereafter will be available for public download on iTunes as from 2nd December and other regular music channels.
The first single “9” will be released to all radio stations on 2 December so listen out for it and request it with your favourite station.
#TheAlbum9
Follow Tima Reece on:
Twitter: @timareece
Facebook: www.facebook.com/
Instagram: tima.reece
Website: www.timareece.com
For bookings, contact info@timareece.com
For media enquiries and interview requests, contact Collett Dawson from The CoLab Network on collett@thecolabnetwork.com
For radio and music video submission requests, contact Melissa Conradie on mel@melissaconradie.co.za
Album Credits:
Executive Producer/s: Tima Reece; Kurt Herman; Llewellyn George
Producer/s: Kurt Herman; Llewellyn George
Recorded at: BluBerry Studios
Mixed and Mastered: Kurt Herman
A HAUNTING ON FOX
A HAUNTING ON FOX:
Joburg's premier #Halloween dress-up party returns on Saturday 29
October featuring two terrorific stages, frightening decor and so much more! After the huge turnout at
our ‘A Haunting on Hurlingham’ party last year, the need arose to find a larger
haunted venue and so we move to The Goodluck Bar at 1 Fox for ‘A Haunting on
Fox’.
Boasting a phantasmagoric line-up that includes Sketchy Bongo,
Kyle Watson, L.A Cruz, Kimon Rayne, Das Kapital and many more to be
announced, it's the dress up party of the year where all the cool ghosts and
ghouls gather. Expect the unexpected, the macabre, devilishly detailed
decor, the dying wish wall, and so much more... Who will be crowned the King
and Queen of our Halloween?
The
venue itself holds an eerie history to add to the setting for this very scary
evening. 1 Fox, where The Good
Luck Bar is located, was one of the first mining camps that sprung up at the
time of the discovery of gold in the 1880s, which makes you think… do some of
these miners still haunt the halls and rooms of 1 Fox?
Be warned!! This party is
not for the weak of heart ... Enter if you dare.
‘A
Haunting On Fox’ Event info
Date: 29th October 2016
Venue: The Goodluck Bar, 1 Fox
Street
Line-up:
ACROSS 2 STAGES -
Sketchy Bongo, Kyle Watson, L.A Cruz, Kimon Rayne, Das Kapital and
many more to be announced.
Time: Doors open at 8PM
Ticket
Prices:
Early Bird: R100
Early Bird VIP: R200
**VIP
hosts a separate Bar and balcony area
(Phase
1 to be released when Early Bird sells)
Phase 1: R150
Phase 1 VIP: R300
(Tickets
will only be available at the door if they don’t sell out online)
Door: R200
Superheroes & Villains Party At Billy The B.U.M.S Fourways
Whether your as fast as The Flash, as fearless as Wolverine or consider yourself to be more like The Joker, Billy The B.U.M’S Food and Cocktail Bar in Fourways is the place to show off your super powers. You are hereby challenged to get your Suicide Squad and X-Men vibe on.
On Saturday 20th of August the Superheroes & Villains Party featuring DJ Kyle Worde on the decks, will give you the chance to save-the-day in true super hero style.
In the spirit of Billy The B.U.M’S Fourways always being your personal superhero venue, we’ll of course be running some heroic deals to bring out your villainous side – a Limited Edition Absolut 200ml plus 4 Red Bull @ R200. In the words of Spiderman “With Great Power, Comes Great Responsibility” – you owe it to yourself, and the universe, to join the madness at Billy The B.U.M’S Fourways this Saturday 20th August.
On Saturday 20th of August the Superheroes & Villains Party featuring DJ Kyle Worde on the decks, will give you the chance to save-the-day in true super hero style.
Nataniël’s latest creation, MANNEQUIN, heads to Emperors Palace in August
Nataniël’s latest creation, MANNEQUIN, heads to Emperors Palace in August
Multitalented stalwart of the South African entertainment industry for over two decades, Nataniël is more than just a producer, director, designer, playwright, public speaker and performer – he is a true icon of stage and screen. Nataniël will return to the Theatre of Marcellus stage at Emperors Palace with a new stage production, MANNEQUIN, from 18 August to 25 September 2016. (There will be a week of previews from 18 August, with the show opening officially on 25 August and runs until 25 September 2016.)
The production tells the story of an author who toys with the idea of writing a book about the life of a reclusive tailor. MANNEQUIN is the story told by his tailor. A tale of surprise, fear, cruelty, humour, truth and fantasy. The show will not only feature original music, but also Nataniël’s surprise versions of a few of the world’s best known songs from the late sixties and the eighties.
Nataniël will share the stage with long-time fellow musicians Charl du Plessis (keyboards), Juan Oosthuizen (guitars), Werner Spies (bass), Hugo Radyn (drums) and favourite singers Nicolaas Swart and Dihan Slabbert. This show, structured around stories told in both English and Afrikaans, is about visual beauty and tailoring, and features an astounding collection of new costumes by the multi award-winning designer, Floris Louw.
MANNEQUINN, set to captivate audiences with its masterful blend of music, storytelling and breathtaking costumes, will be performed from Wednesdays to Saturdays at 20h00, and on Sunday afternoons at 15h00. Tickets start from R160 per person and can be booked through the Emperors Palace Box Office on 011 928 1297/1213, or by visiting www.emperorspalace.
There is an age restriction of No Under 15’s and the show is 90 minutes in duration with no interval.
Emperors Palace is a Peermont resort. Like them on Facebook or follow them on Twitter @emperorspalace.
For interview requests, please contact Nileen Gale - Public Relations and Publicity Co-ordinator at Emperors Palace on (011) 928 1073 or email: NGale@emperorspalace.com.
Supreme Divas
SUPREME DIVAS
Celebrating Fabulous Women of Song
August is the month to celebrate and highlight dynamic women and this
will be done in spectacular fashion on The Mandela stage at Joburg
Theatre with Supreme Divas. The show will run from Thursday
11 August to Sunday 14 August for four performances only.
Supreme Divas will delight audiences old and young as they
celebrate the powerhouse female singers that have become legends through their
music over the past few decades.
Homage is paid to “old school” divas including Etta James,
Barbra Streisand, Bette Midler, Aretha Franklin, Chaka Khan, Donna Summer and
many others while younger audiences will relish the celebration of hits from
“new school” divas including Mariah Carey, Beyonce, Christina
Aguilera, Adele and others.
A fitting tribute will also be made to a few of South Africa’s own divas
including Brenda Fassie, Yvonne Chaka Chaka, Miriam Makeba and Claire
Johnston.
Taking centre stage will be the insanely talented vocalists Tia
Herman, Lelo Ramasimong, Tracey-Lee Oliver and Elizca Coetzer, with
Born To Perform teenage sensation Marianthe Panas joining them
as she makes her professional theatre debut.
Along with the dynamic 9-piece band led by Music Director Llewellyn
George, audiences will thrill to instantly recognisable hits
including R.E.S.P.E.C.T., Somewhere, If I could turn back time, I’m
every woman, Hot Stuff, Stop in the Name of Love, Vulindlela, Valerie,
Unqombothi, Do You Know where you’re going to, If I were a boy and
many more.
Supreme Divas is the ultimate concert experience,
honouring a selection of the many women who’ve made an indelible mark on the
local and international music industry.
Joburg City Theatres will be producing the show. “We want to portray
South African talent at its best,” says Claire Pacariz, Executive
Producer for Joburg City Theatres. “And with Women’s Day on August
9th, we thought it would be an ideal time to honour legendary women in
song.”
Performances for Supreme Divas run from
Thursday to Saturday at 8pm and Sunday at 3pm on The
Mandela Stage at Joburg Theatre.
Tickets range from R150 to R250. These are available by visiting www.joburgtheatre.com or
calling 0861 670 670, as well as through Webtickets.
For group bookings of 10 or more, please contact the theatre directly on
(011) 877 6853/6815.
Supreme Divas is proudly brought to you by Joburg City Theatres in association with The CoLab Network and directed by Timothy Le Roux. Vocalists will be dressed by Hollywood Costumes.
For media
information, photos of our Divas and all interview requests, please contact:
COLLETT DAWSON
082 653 1338
TWITTER HANDLE:
@joburgtheatre
HASHTAG:
#SupremeDivas
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