Arts journalist focusing on leisure and entertainment news, views, reviews and interviews in South Africa, with an emphasis on what is hot and happening in KwaZulu-Natal.
BILLY SUTER drove to Johannesburg to take in two Christmas season successes at Montecasino – “Cinderella on Ice” and the smaller-scaled two-hander, “A Christmas Carol”. … More Ice spectacle… and Scrooge
BILLY SUTER reviews the original movie musical, “The Greatest Showman”, which is nominated for three Golden Globe Awards, including for best comedy/musical and star Hugh Jackman. … More Roll up! Roll up! What a treat!
BILLY SUTER reports that roofing woes could see the Rhumbelow Theatre in Umbilo, Durban, closed for six months. Shows planned for the theatre will now be staged at another venue. … More Theatre could be closed for months
BILLY SUTER reviews the final show of the year at Durban’s Rhumbelow Theatre in Umbilo – a show with a bulging bag of rock and pop, and a colourful mix of Christmas fare. … More Fun show filled with good cheer
BILLY SUTER, after almost a full year of online writing after 39 years in the newspaper world, 24 as Arts Editor of The Mercury, looks back on the highs and lows of theatre in 2017. … More SA theatre – 2017 in review
BILLY SUTER reviews “Aaron and Lisa @ Tina’s”, a bulging sackful of ho-ho-ho, perfect for the festive season. It stars two of Durban’s most colourful and loved stage personalties. … More Mad mix of music and mirth
BILLY SUTER reviews “Tina: Simply the Best”, latest tribute show at the iZulu Theatre at Sibaya Casino. He wonders if it isn’t time for some fresh entertainment at this venue. … More Borole and the hits of Tina Turner
BILLY SUTER reviews the fun “Captain Redbeard and Jeff’s Great Christmas Adventure”, starring Aaron McIlroy and Patrick Kenny. The show is in Durban until December 16. … More Rollicking festive fare for Durban
BILLY SUTER reviews the 13th “Dolphins By Starlight” at Durban’s uShaka Marine World, which runs in the dolphin arena until December 13. The show features a host of local performers. … More Making waves with festive flair
BILLY SUTER reviews the 14th pantomime from Durban’s award-winning KickstArt theatre company – a rollicking variation of “Sinbad the Sailor”, in Durban until January 7. … More Ship-shape for a whale of a time
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