Tuesday, February 17, 2015
Participate in the eThekwini Art Prize Competition
All you need to know for this Art Competition
Visual artists have a chance to showcase their talent in this competition.
The competition seeks to transform the city into an art space.
Interested artists will need to submit two-dimensional and three-dimensional art pieces that are based on an idea of an environment that speaks to social cohesion under the theme 'Heart Matters'. The pieces should promote ideas of caring, unity and compassion that transcend race, class and gender.
You can pick up competition entries at Durban Art Gallery, 2nd Floor, City Hall (Cultural Block Entrance) Anton Lembede Street. Submissions must include a certified copy of your bar-coded ID.
Submission deadline: 5 March 2015 at 4pm.
The winning artist will be commissioned to create a public art piece (not less than 5 metres high) to be installed at the intersection node of KE Masinga Road and OR Tambo Parade.
The piece should take no longer than 4 months, during this period the artist will get a stipend and monthly support for operational costs. They will also receive R250 000 prize money after the completion date of the public art piece.
For more info: Mduduzi Xakaza on 031 311 2262 or mduduzi.xakaza@durban.gov.za
This edition by Fred Felton
Twitter @fredfelton
Monday, February 16, 2015
Mark Your Calendar For NWJ Bridal and Events Show 2015
Move over Valentine's Day, there's a new month of love.
In March the NWJ Bridal and Events Show 2015 takes over Durban.
There will be wedding gowns, fashion, jewellery, design, decor, wedding cakes and even a fashion
show.
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| Kay Ndungane |
For more info: www.oakcelebrations.com
You can also win a R10 000 prize from NWJ Fine Jewellery.
Check out the NWJ Bridal and Events Show Facebook page for more info.
Dates to Diarise for Durban Exhibition Centre, 11 Walnut Road
Saturday, 7 March 9h30 - 17h00
Sunday 8 March 9h30 - 17h00
Daily Fashion Show Times: 11am - 3pm
Tickets via Computicket or at the door: R75 per person
For more info visit: www.nwjbridalshow.com
Facebook: nwjbridalshow
Article by Fred Felton (twitter @fredfelton)
Image - Supplied
Wednesday, February 11, 2015
Valentine's Day Events Durban
There are plenty of events around Valentine's Day this week in Durban
13 February 2015 - Ashton International College
Doors open 18h30
Contact Jeannie: 083-627-5339
13 February 2015 - Valentine's Singles Dinner - The Oyster Box at The Pearl Room
Your MC is Jeremy Atkins
Bookings 031-514-5000 or email: restaurants@oysterbox.co.zaValentine's Day
Valentine's Day Dinner - The Oyster Box
Bookings 031-514-5000 or email: restaurants@oysterbox.co.za
Valentine's Day Concert Featuring Kahn and the Durban City Orchestra at Durban Botanic Gardens
Gates open 16h30
Bookings: www.webtickets.co.za
This edition by Fred Felton
Twitter @fredfelton
Monday, February 9, 2015
Interview With Kahn From The Parlotones Catch Him At Durban Botanic Gardens Valentine's Day
This week we interview the musician Kahn from The Parlotones
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| Kahn - Image Supplied |
1. How did you become a musician?
I loved acting on musicals and one-act-plays in school. That somehow progressed in me wanting to become a singer in a band. Though I was rejected from all auditions, I decided to learn how to play the guitar, write my own songs and start a band. And that's how I became a musician.
2. Which musicians inspire you?
I'll be honest, that's a very difficult question. I find inspiration from all types of genres, musicians, styles and so forth. So to singly point out one person would be difficult for me. I'm inspired by a musicians ranging from up and coming to legendary.
3. What advice do you have for young musicians?
Do it because you love it NOT in pursuit of fame and fortune.
4. What can we expect from you at the concert at the Durban Botanic Gardens?
This time around, our performance is going to be super special, because it will be backed by a 60 piece orchestra. Orchestral music is powerful and moving so I'm sure it's going to be a great evening. People will be sure to enjoy the performances as it will be a different, unique sound and experience for them too.
5. What's next for The Parlotones?
We have a tour to the UK and we also have a new album launch tour in May. Later in the year we'll tour Europe and the states.
Kahn will be performing with a 60 piece orchestra on Valentine's Day at the Durban Botanic Gardens as part of the Old Mutual Music At The Lake series. The opening Act is Majozi.
Venue: Durban Botanic Gardens, 9A Zikhale (Sydenham) Road, Durban
Date: Saturday 14 February
Tickets are available online at www.webtickets.co.za
Ticket prices: Pre-sold tickets are R130 and R150 on the day
Children aged 8-12 pay R50; kids under 8 are free. All children are welcome at the KidZone for some extra fun and games
Drinks, cooler boxes and picnic baskets are welcome
Gates open at 16h30 for pre-sold tickets and at 17h00 for on-the-day ticket sales.
Show starts at 19h00
Secure parking is available on the Juventus ground. Entrance to all parking is off lower John Zikhale (Sydenham) Road, adjacent to the Botanic Gardens and the Munies Hockey Field also off lower John Zikhale (Sydenham) Road.
Website: www.dogreatthings.co.za
Twitter: @OM_Concerts
Facebook: Old Mutual Music In The Gardens
This edition by Fred Felton
Twitter @fredfelton
Thursday, February 5, 2015
Want Tickets To Bands On Demand in Durban courtesy of Converse?
It's your lucky day.
The good folks at Converse have given us tickets all for you for their secret concert in Durban next week.
You could get one of these tickets:
1 x Double Tickets for Gangs Of Ballet
or
1 x Double Tickets for Yorke
The perfect gift for Valentine's Day.
How you can win those tickets:
Answer this question: Why should you win the tickets?
You can send us the answer in one of 2 ways:
1. Either Tweet @UmhlangaLife your answer with the hashtag #SNEAKERSWOULD
or
2. Email falconscove@gmail.com with your answer, name, contact number, twitter handle
and email address. Please put Converse Competition in the Subject Line.
We will do the draw on Wednesday 11th February 2015.
Good Luck!
Tuesday, February 3, 2015
Valentine's Day Treats At The Oyster Box
Love and other treats await you at The Oyster Box.
The Oyster Box introduces a Valentine's Singles Dinner on Friday 13th February. If you are flying solo this year round up a few friends for an evening of fun and laughs in the Pearl Room.
Comedian Jem Atkins of The Single Dad fame will be your MC.
There will be music from a DJ and great food.
A welcome cocktail awaits you prepared by a flaring mixologist.
Price: R590 per person.
The always popular Valentine's Day Dinner at The Oyster Box is one of the hottest dates in town.
Both the Grill Room and The Ocean Terrace Restaurants will pull out all the stops.
There will also be live entertainment
Price: R750 - R950 per person.
Book early to avoid disappointment.
For bookings call 031-514-5000 or email restaurants@oysterbox.co.za
The Oyster Box also has an Evening Indulgence in February.
At the Palm Court you can get a cup of coffee or tea and a selection of exquisite pastries, scones and sweet treats.
Available from 6pm - 9pm
Cost: R85
No booking required.
This edition by Fred Felton
Twitter @fredfelton
(Image - Supplied)
Monday, February 2, 2015
Join The Noble Open Day Durban
Discover Noble The Collection
They will be having an Open day in Durban with 30% off all ranges.
Date: Tuesday 10th Feb 2015
Venue: Audacia Manor, 11 Sir Arthur Road, Morningside
Time: 8am - 7h30pm
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