Pencil these dates into your November diary …
November 12 and 19
Experience two evenings of magnificent orchestral music with the KwaZulu-Natal Philharmonic Orchestra at Durban’s Playhouse Opera Theatre. On Thursday, November 12 at 7pm, conductor Jean-Claude Picard and renowned pianist Polina Osetinskaya present Rachmaninoff’s beloved Piano Concerto No. 2 and Tchaikovsky’s powerful Symphony No. 5, taking audiences on an emotional journey from introspection and uncertainty to triumph. On Thursday, November 19 at 7pm, conductor Christian Schumann and pianist Yu Kosuge perform Beethoven’s Coriolan Overture and Piano Concerto No. 4, alongside Bizet’s Symphony No. 1. Whether you’re a lifelong classical music lover or experiencing a live symphony for the first time, these concerts promise two memorable evenings of magnificent music. Single-concert tickets are available through Quicket, while two-concert subscriptions, offering savings of up to 20 per cent, are available through the KZN Philharmonic office. Details: 031 369 9438 /info@kznphil.org.za or kznphil.org.za.
November 6
Durban artist Chris de Beer presents Marking Time, an exhibition of eco-prints, artist books and creative jewellery inspired by leaves and flowers gathered during his daily walks. Through collecting, printing and transforming these botanical fragments, Chris explores memory, introspection and the passage of time, inviting viewers to pause and look more closely at the natural world around them. The exhibition opens at 6pm on November 6 at KZNSA Gallery, 166 Bulwer Road, Glenwood. A walkabout with the artist, followed by a demonstration, takes place at 10am on November 14. Details: kznsa.com
November 18
Come Dine With Me South Africa is turning up the heat as its 11th season welcomes its first-ever celebrity series. From November 18, 24 well-known South Africans will open their homes, serve up ambitious menus and put their hosting skills to the test, with R10,000 up for grabs for charity. Among the famous faces taking part is Durban-born singer Holly Rey, alongside actor Jonathan Roxmouth, comedian Mojak Lehoko, musician Moonchild Sanelly, actress Linda Mtoba, illustrator Karabo Poppy, TV personality Moshe Ndiki, former Proteas netball star Vanes-Mari du Toit and Good Things Guy founder Brent Lindeque. Expect extravagant themes, culinary triumphs, kitchen disasters, plenty of competitive spirit and the occasional bending of the rules, all accompanied by the legendary commentary of narrator Dave Lamb. Details: Celebrity Come Dine With Me South Africa premieres on BBC Lifestyle, DStv Channel 174, on November 18.
November 26
Get It Magazine is turning 21, and we’re celebrating with an unforgettable evening of food, drinks, entertainment, prizes and plenty of surprises at Taps on Twenty 4 in Hillcrest. Raise a glass with the Get It team and enjoy wine, whisky, gin and craft beer tastings, delicious canapés and live entertainment from Suits of Armour, with fabulous giveaways and an auction adding to the fun. Prizes include two-night stays at The Cavern, Montusi and Sungubala, along with guest gifts, spot prizes and more. The celebration also has a meaningful purpose. As part of GBV Awareness Month, we’ll be raising funds for a local organisation supporting and empowering those affected by gender-based violence. Most importantly, it’s a chance to celebrate 21 years of stories, style, people, places and community with the readers, local businesses, brands, contributors, supporters and friends who have been part of the Get It journey. Don’t miss it from 6pm to 9pm on November 26. Details: Limited tickets are available from R295 on quicket.co.za
