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Wednesday, February 10, 2016

Mi Casa Frontman J'Something To Speak At East Coast Radio GIBS Business Breakfast




SA thought-leaders to share ideas, inspiration and innovation in Durban

Some of the most innovative minds in business will converge in Durban on 8 March 2016 when Trade & Investment KwaZulu-Natal presents the East Coast Radio GIBS Business Breakfast. A highlight on the KZN corporate calendar, the event once again provides a platform for SA’s foremost thought-leaders and trendsetters to share key insights and strategic learnings.

A sold-out success every year, this year’s East Coast Radio GIBS Business Breakfast will feature CEO of Business Results Group, Nicola Tyler, entrepreneur Vusi Thembekwyo of Dragons’ Den SA fame, author and tech whizz, Alan Knott-Craig Jr, and Mi Casa frontman, J’Something. Plugging into the theme, Feed Your Brain, they will share their inspirational journeys and crucial lessons they have learnt along the way. East Coast Breakfast’s Darren Maule will host the morning. 

Nicola Tyler


As one of SA’s leaders in lateral thinking, Nicola Tyler will draw on her more than two decades of experience in strategy, coaching and leadership development. Using her trademark combination of humour and insight, Nicola uses personal anecdotes to illustrate sure-fire business solutions.

Vusi Thembekwyo


Vusi Thembekwyo has notched up a global reputation for delivering explosive, riveting keynote addresses. Having Sir Bob Geldof sing his praises and former Australian Prime Minister, John Howard, fondly referring to him as “The Rock Star of Speakers”, serial entrepreneur, Vusi, remains humbly passionate about sharing his secrets to success. 

Alan Knott-Craig Jr


Alan Knott-Craig Jr has earned his stripes as a successful businessman, bestselling author and social entrepreneur. He is globally recognised for his entrepreneurial zest particularly in the field of technology and in 2013 was named by Forbes as one of the top 100 young African millionaires to watch. He is currently Executive Chairman of HeroTel, a wireless broadband provider in SA.

J'Something


As frontman of one of SA’s biggest groups, J’Something , is no stranger to the centre stage. However, there is more to this music star than belting out the hits for Mi Casa. An astute businessman, J’Something has a nose for entrepreneurship – something he is as proud of as being named GQ Magazine SA’s Best Dressed Man for 2015. He will be sharing his success story at the breakfast.

Take home ideas, tools, solutions and network with KZN’s corporate elite.

Tickets for the East Coast Radio GIBS Business Breakfast at Durban’s ICC are available at Computicket.

 Further details are on www.ecr.co.za

Images: Provided

Tuesday, February 9, 2016

Auditions and Opportunities for Artists




Auditions:
Children invited to audition for KickstArt’s Winnie the Pooh
This will be presented over the July school holidays and is based on the classic AA Milne children’s story.
When: Saturday 27 February
Where: Playhouse Mayville workshops / studios in Ramsay Road Mayville
Time: 10am
Children must be between ages of 9 and 13. They should present a short acting monologue or poem and a song with backing tracks on a CD.
They are looking for a Christopher Robin and several of Rabbits friends and relations.

A Call For Artists for Francofête
Looking for artists of all backgrounds, professionals and emerging artists.
The event will be held on Human Rights Day in Durban on Monday March 21.
Applications close Midnight 21 February 2016.
Download application form on their website:
For more info contact Aldê on culture.afdurban@alliance.org.za

Saturday, February 6, 2016

Invitation To Showcase - Durban Fashion Fair 2016




Invitation is now open for fashion forward emerging designers to showcase their Autumn/Winter Collection at this year’s Durban Fashion Fair in August. 

Emerging fashion designers are invited to showcase at this platform under the following options (commitment fee applicable):
1.      R1500 for a combined show (3 and more designers). A combined show requires 10 looks per designer
2.      R2500 for a shared show (2 designers). A shared show requires 15 looks per designer

All interested fashion designers are requested to submit the following info:
·         Company Profile
·         Individual Profiles/CV
·         Letter of Motivation
·         Professional Portfolio and/or Look-Book for the collection intended for showcasing

EThekwini Municipality undertakes to cover the following costs:
·         Technical infrastructure
·         An allocated fashion director/producer
·         Meeting with potential buyers
·         Models for show with make-up and hair
·         A Pop Up shop (optional)

Closing date for submission of portfolios and supporting documents: Friday, 26 February 2016 at 13h00.

NB: Only selected designers will be permitted to showcase.

For more info contact Pearl Mzimela on 031-322-6203 or
email: Pearl.Mzimela@durban.gov.za

Monday, February 1, 2016

Win Tickets To Kings and Queens of Comedy




Durban’s social calendar just got hotter with the return of Kings and Queens of Comedy – 12 big names, 1 big night!

The Kings and Queens of Comedy have shined their comical armour and sharpened their witty swords and return for the second time, by popular demand, to the Durban ICC on the 12th of February 2016.

In association with East Coast Radio and Blu Blood, comedy lovers can look forward to a stellar line-up of some of South Africa’s brightest and funniest stand-up comedians as they take laughter and hilarity to the next level.  



The MC for the evening is Darren Maule who will be hosting the eleven comedians at the ICC for one night only.

It’s all or nothing in this royal line-up with comedians coming from all across South Africa.  In the royal court representing the Kings are Carvin Goldstone, Chester Missing, Dillan Oliphant, Kagiso Lediga, Muthu Murugan, Rory Petzer and Yaaseen Barnes.  And the belles of the ball, the Queens, include Angel Campey, Celeste Ntuli, Krijay Govender and Tumi Morake.

With this royal flush of SA comedy giants, this is guaranteed to be a show of hysterical proportions.  If a good laugh is what you’re looking for, then make sure your Valentine’s weekend rolls out on a hilarious high with the Kings and Queens of Comedy Tickets from R185 are available online at www.computicket.com and at various Computicket outlets.  Doors open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm.  The Durban ICC is located at 45 Bram Fischer Road, Durban.

Social Links:

Twitter: @KNQComedy / @BluBloodSA
Official Hashtag: #KNQcomedy

Another great production brought to you by Blu Blood


We managed to squeeze some free tickets from the show producers just for you.
Just answer this easy question: Who is the MC for the show?

Email your answers to falconscove@gmail.com with your name and contact details.
Giveaway closes 5 February 2016.
Ts and Cs apply.