Welcome Durban's newest theatre
Comedian Mark Banks will open the new Nutcracker Theatre in Assagay next weekend.
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Durban welcomes the opening of its newest theatre next weekend at the Macnut Farm in Assagay. The farm is already a popular wedding and Sunday lunch venue and hosts a vibrant art gallery featuring the works of local artists. It is also renowned for it's beautiful gardens.
The new intimate 60-seater theatre is a blend of sparkling chandeliers, lush velvet curtains, fairy lights and a cosy vintage retro ambiance. Called The Nutcracker Theatre, it aims to recreate the nostalgia of the heyday of supper-theatre, with a fabulous meal complementing the show.
The beautiful gardens at the Macnut Farm.
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The Macnut Farm is known for its imaginative, top-quality cuisine served in a picture-perfect setting of rolling lawns, ancient trees and country charm. It also boasts a fully stocked bar. The farm is a member of 1000 Hills Tourism.
The Nutcracker Theatre combines the hospitality and culinary talents of Macnut’s Paul and Hannah Paine, management experience of Gary McKenzie with technical support from Brandon Bunyan.
Opening proceedings at the theatre is South African comedy legend Mark Banks in his new one-man show Laughter is on the Menu.
Banks is a South African comedy staple and has always been a favourite with KZN audiences. In his latest comedy serving, he looks at many current issues affecting our everyday lives. . . crime, corruption, woke society, political correctness, the cost of living, the cost of dying, the international acceptance of almond milk, shed loading and the renaming of towns.
These are just some of the topics Banks will effortlessly spin into his hilarious comedy whirlpool. The show is presented in traditional 17th century Shongweni horse trial Lippizaner configuration and owing to the strict Valley of a 1000 Hills cabaret municipal by-laws ice skating on stage is strictly forbidden. No Under 16s.
Catch Mark Banks in Laughter is on the Menu at the new Nutcracker Theatre on February 27 (arrive 6pm, show 7.30pm), February 28 (arrive 5pm, show 6.30pm and on March 1 (arrive 12.30pm, show at 2pm). Tickets R495 include supper and the show. Call Hannah at 074 603 0000.