Captivating performances set to brighten Durban's cultural scene

The Return

"The Return" is an amateur fundraising one-act play written and directed by the award-winning Mthokozisi Zulu.

This poignant adaptation of the parable of “The Prodigal Son” tells the story of three young girls trapped in their metaphorical cages.

Throughout the play, they grapple with their choices and ultimately decide to return home. The production includes themes of forgiveness, redemption and self-discovery. 

Where: Durban High School, Chris Seabrooke Music Centre.

When: Saturday at 6pm and Sunday at 3pm.

ISPA Drama Showcase

The International School of Performing Arts (ISPA) will hold its year-end comedy and drama production, featuring its students.

The evening will culminate in an exciting segment of interactive improv comedy games, starring Patrick Kenny, ensuring a night filled with both compelling performances and spontaneous laughter.

Where: Durban High School, Chris Seabrooke Music Centre.

When: Thursday, November 20, at 6.30pm.

Upcoming 

The KZNSA Gallery will host the internationally acclaimed Dr Thokozani Mhlambi in his unique concert, "Thokozani Mhlambi: Playing John Knox Bokwe". 

Mhlambi, a celebrated cellist and vocalist, will mesmerise audiences by blending traditional African rhythms with futuristic soundscapes, playing a custom-made baroque cello while singing in isiZulu.

As Mhlambi draws inspiration from the pioneering composer John Knox Bokwe,

“Back in the 1870s, when there were not many pianos in South Africa, John Knox Bokwe, while at Lovedale Missionary Institute, started to compose music fusing the Western hymn-style with Xhosa lyrics. I consider John Knox Bokwe the Father of African composition.

"He is my role model as I imagine the music of the future," commented Mhlambi.

He will be joined by award-winning storyteller Dr Gcina Mhlophe.

Where: KZNSA Gallery.

When: Friday, November 28, 6pm.