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Saturday, June 7, 2025
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Experience a weekend of music, theatre and dance in Durban

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Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Sjava will be performing live at Chris Saunders Park on Sunday, June 8.

Image: Instagram.

This weekend in Durban promises a delightful blend of music, theatre, and intellectual challenge as various events unfold across the city, catering to diverse interests and age groups.

Sjava in the Park 

Spend a picturesque afternoon in the park grooving to multi-award-winning singer and rapper, Sjava.  

Joined by local artists, Sjava promises to deliver a captivating performance, making for a perfect afternoon filled with great music.

Where: Chris Saunders Park, Centenary Boulevard, Umhlanga.

When: Sunday, June 8, from noon. 

Sugar Man - A Tribute to Rodriguez

Barry Thomson & The Reals pay tribute to American musician, Sixto Rodriguez. Their live performance features all his well-remembered songs such as "I Wonder", "Establishment Blues" and "Sugar Man" among others.

Where: The Rhumbelow Theatre, Cunningham Road.

When: Saturday, June 7, at 7.30pm and Sunday, June 8, at 2pm.  

031 Festival

The third annual family-friendly 031 Theatre Festival will allow theatre lovers a special sneak preview of some of the productions heading off to the National Arts Festival to represent Durban. It features productions like "I Can Buy Myself Flowers", "Becoming Benno" and  Aaron McIlroy's "ADHD".

Where: Seabrooke's Theatre at DHS. 

When: Friday, June 6, to Sunday, June 8. 

Our Halls of Fame

A ballet show celebrating the best of choreography, featuring students ranging from 3 to 25 years old.

Where: Playhouse Drama Theatre, Durban Central. 

When: Saturday, June 7, at 1.30pm and 4pm. 

Mensa Membership Test

Are you curious to find out exactly how bright you really are? Then take the Mensa test and join the society of high IQ individuals upon proving yourself.  

The test is conducted by a registered psychologist and takes about two hours. Candidates must be 16 years or older. Contact kzn.testingofficer@mensa.org.za for more information.

When: Saturday, June 7, at 9.45am.