What's on in Durban this weekend
THURSDAY 23 OCTOBER
I See A Different You @ Open Plan Studio
I’m so glad I double-checked this event as I thought it was one night only!
But if you get yourself sorted you still have time to make it to this exhibition at the Open Plan Studio in Station Road.
I See A Different You is a collaboration of three photographers from Soweto who portray Africa as they see it.
Doors open at 6pm and close around 10pm.
Entrance is free but the dress code on the flyer says “trendy- casual”…so wear something fun. It’s definitely worth a look.
FRIDAY 24 OCTOBER
Paras Dlamini @ Jazzy Rainbow (Morningside)
KwaMashu born Paras Dlamini is well known for his energetic presentation of the music he terms “Ubuntu Music” (a cross blend of ethnic sounds laced with a jazzy and contemporary soul outlook). Tickets cost R70 and the gig gets underway at 8pm.
Durban Folk Night @ Open Plan Studio
The Open Plan Studio at 39 Station Drive is a venue cool enough to just go check out, but besides that this Friday they will be hosting the third instalment of the popular Durban Folk Nights, this time featuring an incredible assortment of songwriters. The Hinds Brothers have just finished a successful Cape Town tour and will be there, and well-known violinist Hezron Chetty has been hard at work on a debut solo album. The Volsunga Saga, newbies to the scene, add a bit of a rock ‘n roll jive to the evening and Iris & the Tokoloshe are also an exciting act to watch. Doors open at 7pm, R40 before 9pm, R60 after. And there’s pizza on sale too so you won’t go hungry.
Shortstraw @ LIVE
Shortstraw are an indie rock band from Jozi and with their simple melodies and catchy rhythms they’ve rocked some of the best venues in South Africa. They’re well known for getting the crowd on their feet with their unique indie style. They’ll be at LIVE this Friday night; tickets are R70 at the door. Doors open at 8pm.
SATURDAY 25 OCTOBER
Play Market @ Giba Gorge
So this event is really for the whole family. Giba gorge will be hosting a market in their beautiful surroundings and it’s the perfect place to take the kids and pooches. They’ll be loads of market stall holders selling just about everything kid inspired and for the dads that aren’t too keen on market vibes well, they can try out one of the bike trails! The market runs from 9am till 2pm. There’s also talk of an organic food section #justsaying. For more details visit their website here.
SUNDAY 26 OCTOBER
Bheki Khoza @ Rainbow Restaurant
The last time Bheki performed at the Rainbow in July peeps would not let him the leave the stage. So, the only solution was for the Rainbow Restaurant in Pinetown to make him promise to come back. This supremely gifted guitarist takes you on a journey to musical heaven and is a superb way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Tickets are available through webtickets for just R60. Show starts at 1pm.
For more information check out the Facebook Event here.
Wonder Market @ Chris Saunders Park
Local crafters and creatives will be set up at Chris Saunders Park in Umhlanga for the Wonder Market this Sunday. The market runs from 9am-2pm. Head on over to get a little head start on your Christmas shopping. Yes, it’s already that time!
IBO world title fight @ the ICC
The IBO World Title Fight and Afterparty is happening from 1pm at the Durban ICC Arena. So if boxing is your thing, make sure you get down there to see Moruti Mthalane take on Odilane Zaleta. Tickets are R50 at Computicket.
TUESDAY 28 OCTOBER
Avade @ The Red Door
The Maritzburg Musicians Club will be hosting a KZN favourite, Avade, on Tuesday. The group has been the talk of the town lately! Don't miss seeing these rockstars' more bluesy set - for the blues in you. Get there by 8pm, R40 will see you through the door.
THURSDAY 29 OCTOBER
New York Comedy Club @ New York Bar, Morningside
New York Comedy Club continues the madness this month with Masood Boomgaard, Neil Green, Frank Graham and Thobi Khanyile.
R40 entrance. For more info or to book call 031312 9605.
(Photo: Via Facebook.com/shortstrawband)