The Barnyard Theatre at Gateway takes Durbanites tripping back in time to the 1970’s when Nite Fever lights up its stage. For many people the 70’s was a decade of disillusionment, the years in which the heady idealism of the 1960s - the belief of millions of young people that they could really change the world - collapsed. But then came disco with the mantra I Will Survive, and things started to look up as they donned their platform boots and Afro wigs, and spun their glitterballs. The 1970s became an incredible rollercoaster ride that will always be remembered for the break-up of The Beatles, the introduction of VCRs and pocket calculators, Mark Spitz winning seven gold medals, Paul Getty being kidnapped, President Richard Nixon resigning, Microsoft being founded, Elvis being found dead, the thrill of the Star War movie, Mother Theresa winning the Nobel Peace Prize, Sony introducing the Walkman and Manhattan’s Studio 54.
Nite Fever is a celebration of a decade that we will musically never forget. Some of the greatest music of our time comes from the 70’s, from The Bee Gees, John Paul Young, The Village People, Rod Stewart and Boney M, to the funky sounds of Stevie Wonder, The Jackson Five, Kool & The Gang and Showaddywaddy.
The 70s was also a time of diversity which can be seen in everything from the iconic movie soundtracks of Saturday Night Fever, Grease and The Rocky Horror Picture Show; to the disco hits Jive Talking, Love Is In The Air, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Stayin’ Alive and Freak Out; some epic ballads with You Light Up My Life, You’re So Vain, I Wanna Kiss You All Over; the sultry sounds of Baker Street; and the uplifting Delta Dawn, Lean On Me, and Knocking on Heavens Door.
This decade is brought to life from that vibey 70’s night club called Nite Fever, where the eccentric owner Leo broadcasts back-to-back hits to get the party started! Nite Fever is fronted by a dynamic 11-piece cast, including four vocalists and a rocking six-piece band.
Nite Fever runs from February 1 to March 6. Tickets R125 pp Wednesday to Saturday (R90 pp Tuesday night and Sunday matinees). For bookings and enquiries, phone The Barnyard Theatre on 031 566 3045, e-mail gateway@barnyardtheatres.co.za or visit www.barnyardtheatres.co.za for more information.
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