(Mbuso
Khoza)
With just one week to go as holidaymakers
stream into KwaZulu-Natal for the festive season, it’s all systems go for the
inaugural Siyagiya Durban international Music & Culture Carnival on December
21.
Billed as the star-studded musical bonanza
of the year, Siyagiya is set to unleash the wow factor on a grand scale when
Mbongeni Ngema’s Committed Artists Foundation, with funding by the National
Lottery Distribution Trust Fund and supported by SABC 1, presents a 12-hour
live entertainment event at Durban’s Westridge Stadium. This unprecedented
celebration of South African and African music will showcase a galaxy of
big-league performers.
afternoon experience opens with
I’scathamiya groups, NBA Champions and Usuthu; followed by Gospel performers
Abalindi, Isigcino, Mvuselelo Buthlezi and Sifiso Ncwane; to be followed by
Maskandi stars Intombi Yotalagu, Mfiliseni Magubane and Phuzekhemisi; and
culminating with performances by Afro Pop artists, Afrosoul, Zonke and
Freshlyground.
As a grand climax to the event, Siyagiya’s
mainstage extravaganza runs from 20h00 till midnight. With live backing by a
star-studded 15-piece live band as well as Indlamu, Isishiyameni and Indian
dancers, this spectacular, fully-fledged musical theatre production stars
front-liners such as Mbongeni Ngema, Thandiswa Mazwai, Ladysmith Black Mambazo,
Nigeria’s Omawumi, Swaziland’s singing sensation, Bholoja, Jimmy Dludlu, Mbuso
Khoza, Sonti Mndebele, Bhoyi Ngema, Soul Brothers and celebrity poet, Zolani
Mkiva. SA’s Got Talent 2012 winner,
11-year-old Botlhale, will also be given her first big break to perform with
iconic African artists.
Food stalls and beverage outlets will offer
a wide range of catering options, with plenty of space for people to relax and
enjoy themselves. Lots of safe parking is available.
The Siyagiya Durban international Music
& Culture Carnival takes place on December 21 and comprises a daytime
concert, running from 13h00 to 19h00 followed by a main-stage extravaganza from
20h00 till midnight. Tickets range from R150 to R450. No tickets will be sold
at the venue - advance bookings only through Computicket outlets. Patrons can
also call 083 915 8000 or book online at www.computicket.com.
Alcohol and firearms will not be allowed into the venue.
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