Rhumbelow Theatre at Tina’s Hotel will present Leonard Cohen – A Tribute, written by
Perran Hahndiek and performed by Dave Starke
Cohen
– A Tribute is an exploration of
the life and works of the late Leonard Cohen. It features his music and poetry
interspersed with anecdotes from his life and other literary writings. You can
expect early hits such as Suzanne and
So long Maryanne, the haunting Famous Blue Raincoat and Who By Fire?
There will also be lighter works such as Tower of Song as well as pieces from his
final album You Want It Darker? which
was released just before his death. The text for the show was researched and
written by Perran Hahndiek and is performed by Dave Starke.
Perran Hahndiek is a writer and poet based in Cape Town. He
studied political science at UCT and is a procedural advisor to the National
Assembly in the South African Parliament.
Dave Starke is a singer and guitarist based KZN. He has
performed in a number of festivals and shows throughout South Africa and abroad
over the last 20 years. In 2016, he appeared on the first season of The Voice –
South Africa. In addition to performing, Dave also composes music for film and
television as well as running a non-profit performing arts school for
underprivileged youth in southern Zululand.
The show had its debut at The Rosebank Theatre in Cape Town
where it was sold out for the duration of its run.
Rhumbelow Tina’s programme is as follows:
March 16 (Friday) and March 17 (Saturday) at 20h00
March 18 (Sunday) 14h00
(Venue opens 90
minutes before show for drinks)
(For Restaurant reservations please contact 031 764 7843)
Tickets R150 (R130
pensioners) and tables seat 6. (No alcohol or food may be brought on to the
premises). Tickets are cash or EFT only. Secure parking is available. Booking
is through Computicket or contact Roland (also for large group booking
discounts of 20 or more) on 082 499 8636 or email: roland@stansell.za.net or visit http://events.durbantheatre.com/
Tina’s Hotel is situated at 4 Beryldene
Road in Kloof.
(Should you wish to dine before the show at Tina’s,
it is recommended that you arrive no later than 90 min before show-time
for the restaurant. An a-la-carte menu is available and the Sunday buffet is
R135 per head (R110 pensioners). Booking is essential as seating is
limited. Payment for restaurant
is cash, credit card or zapper. Contact 031 764 7843 or visit
www.tinashotel.co.za/
Please indicate that you are a theatre
booking when making your reservation.)
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