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Thursday, May 31, 2018

TRIBUTE TO JAMES TAYLOR & CAROLE KING


(Dave Starke & Too Bit Mac)

Rhumbelow Theatre at Tina’s Hotel in Kloof will present A Tribute to James Taylor & Carole King this weekend (June 1 to 3, 2018)

This is a slightly theatrical, mostly musical tribute to two of the foremost singer/songwriters of the 1960s. Take the butter-like voice of James Taylor that made famous songs like Carolina on My Mind, You Can Close Your Eyes, Sweet Baby James, Fire and Rain and Never Die Young and contrast it with the soulful, rich voice of Carole King in songs like So Far Away, Natural Woman, You’ve got a Friend and Will you Still Love Me Tomorrow. The result is a mellow, emotional journey through the lives of these two friends and lovers, their music and their madness.

The production features Dave Starke and Too Bit Mac and promises to be a powerful examination of these two timeless singers.

Starke is a Cape Town-born guitarist and singer. Former frontman for acoustic rock band, Soulfire, he is now a full-time solo performer and composer. He appeared on the first season of The Voice South Africa and in addition to performing at theatres and weddings, he composes music for film and television.

Too Bit Mac is South African born singer who was educated in the USA. On her return to South Africa, she performed in High School Music South Africa. She is currently the vocalist in KZN corporate show band Brandy Bossa Nova.

A Tribute to James Taylor and Carole King has performances on June 1 and 2 at 20h00 and on June 3 at 14h00. (Venue opens 90 minutes before show for drinks)

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.)