The South African Magical Society (SAMS) will host
magicians, illusionists and entertainers at a National Magic Convention at the
Rhumbelow Theatre this coming weekend.
Building on the success of their previous Rhumbelow shows, SAMS
will also present two shows for the public. These are Gee-Wizz …a Wow of a show
and Fun-Tasia, two once-off magical
variety shows featuring local Durban magicians and entertainers, as well as
guest performers from around South Africa.
Gee-Wizz takes
place tomorrow (July 19) with Fun-Tasia following
on Sunday (July 20)
In Gee-Wizz, six local magicians and entertainers and guests
together with dancers and will perform magical acts, comedy, illusions, songs,
dances and juggling with Tom the Juggler and poi. Directed and co-ordinated by
Ricki Gray and Bennie Mathee, the show is aimed at entertaining all ages and
will be a treat for the whole family. Performers include SAMS members Bennie
Mathee, Adi Paxton, Adrian Smith, Tom Hastings Wayne Driver, Darryn Le Grange
and guests. The performance will take place on Saturday (July 19) at 20h00.
By contrast, Fun-Tasia
aims to entertain the young and young-at-heart. Here four popular local
children’s entertainers including Rhumbelow regular, Adi Paxton aka Cherry the
Magical Clown (as MC), will join out-of-town performers in a fun show featuring
comedy, magic and illusion acts. This show is co-ordinated by Adrian Smith,
well-known for his children’s magic shows as Adrian the Magician and features Bennie Matthee who won SAMS annual
Colin Rood Children’s Magic Trophy last year. The performance will take place
on Sunday (July 20) at 14h00.
Tickets for each show R120 (R100 pensioners and block
bookings (8 or more) and R60 for children under 13).
The venue opens 90 minutes before show for picnics. Bring
food picnic baskets. Braais will be available for those who wish to cook some
meat. A bar is available (no alcohol may be brought on to the premises). Limited
secure parking available. Rhumbelow Theatre is situated in Cunningham Avenue,
off Bartle Road in Umbilo.
Booking is essential at Computicket, or phone or e-mail
Roland on H: 031 205 7602 or cell 082 499 8636 or e-mail roland@stansell.za.net or visit www.rhumbelow.za.net
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