Rhythms - The Gumboots Show
Friday, November 13, 2020
A GREAT RETURN TO LIVE SHOWS | RHYTHMS THE GUMBOOTS SHOW 2020
Soweto, South Africa
Last night I was invited to the media and opening night for the
Rhythms The Gumboots Show.
On Tuesday I released an article on what to anticipate from the show
but since I went there yesterday I can tell you that it is what I wrote and more.
The set, the shows storytelling and the movement of the Gumboots dancers was out of this world.
When I told my friends that we are going to see a Gumboots Show on Thursday night
they were a bit skeptical but after the show they were like
'yep the shows production level, energy from the dancers was close to perfection'.
The world is not back to where it was January 2020 however places
are opening up and I'm glad that the Lyric Theatre at Gold Reef City is now open.
WHAT THE SHOW IS ALL ABOUT
Back in 1871, miners came up with their own language.
It was the language of the gumboots and it is brought back to life in this physical performance,
a historical tale featuring authentic traditional South African dancing and singing.
Rhythms - The Gumboot Show will be live on stage at
5pm and 8pm on Friday, 13 November
and 2pm and 8pm on Saturday, 14 November.
Bookings via Computicket
tickets from R150pp.
See you there!
xx
Zanele
Tuesday, November 10, 2020
YOU'RE INVITED! Gold Reef City Re-opens Lyric Theatre with 'Rhythms - The Gumboots Show'
Soweto, South Africa
The Lyric Theatre’s stage is alive at Jozi’s Coolest Entertainment Spot once again!
Rhythms – The Gumboots Show will be live at Gold Reef City for just four shows on
Friday, 13 November and Saturday 14 November!
FIRST TIME SEEING 'Rhythms - The Gumboots Show'
Back in 1871, miners came up with their own language.
It was the language of the gumboots and it is brought back to life in this physical performance,
a historical tale featuring authentic traditional South African dancing and singing.
Performers use their black boots, pounding the ground and their hands beating, tapping,
ringing and vibrating the gum of the boots as their principal instruments.
All backed up by the rhythms of guitars, piano, percussion, marimba and drums in English,
Zulu and Xhosa songs. Fierce dances, the art of rhythm and captivating songs will make resisting
the urge to get up, sing and dance along with 15 performers impossible to resist!
Together with choreographer Mduduzi Magagula and musical director Vincent Ncabashe,
director Magda Hadnagy will bring this important chapter in South African history
back to life after 15 years. The show tells the story of miners,
their hardships to provide for their families, as they leave Zululand to work on the mines.
“I wanted to create this show because I am committed to sharing this important part of South Africa
realistically but memorably. The beginning of the show relays the history and then later
on in the show we get to the early 1930s and go into gumboot songs.
It is really about the South African miners' history,” said Hadnagy.
Feron Somiah, Gold Reef City’s Marketing Manager is delighted to see
The Lyric Theatre’s stage lights re-ignited once again with all COVID-19
protocols in place: “To re-open The Lyric Theatre with such an energetic show
which echoes the resilience and passion of South Africans, is pure joy for our team and
highlights the outstanding offerings we continue to provide at Gold Reef City.
WHAT"s NEXT FOR GOLD REEF CITY
We are excited that our movies@ complex will also be re-opening on 27 November
and our Theme Park will re-open on 3 December.
Whilst our booking processes may be slightly different due to COVID-19 restrictions,
Gold Reef City will continue to provide our guests with the most thrilling entertainment
experience possible while observing strict hygiene protocols.
Rhythms - The Gumboot Show will be live on stage at 5pm and 8pm on Friday, 13 November
and 2pm and 8pm on Saturday, 14 November.
Bookings via Computicket
tickets from R150pp.
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Zanele
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