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Coronavirus & Entertainment: What is the industry doing?

Hazel Feldman (producer), David Bloch (producer) and actress Lizz Meiring open the show with innovative ideas on what the theatre and music industry, with its patrons, can do with technology regarding the current global pandemic. Claudia Henkel (former Miss SA), Jill Grogor (publicist) and Lucilla Booysen (owner of SA Fashion Week) chat about their new approaches to fashion event industries. Gareth Cliff joins us to discuss virtual eventing, and other special guests include designer Gert Johan Coetzee, performer Josh Ansley, and new Mr Gay SA, Charlie van Helsdingen.

Mar 17, 20201h 1m

Christina Bianco, Lance James & Daniel Baron

Alan Ford opens the show by paying tribute to music legend Lance James. Singing star Daniel Baron joins us in studio with his new single 'Cannibal', and introduces up and coming pop star Jeanique. And international Broadway sensation Christina Bianco joins us on the line from Paris with top producer David Bloch in studio.

Mar 3, 202058 min

Lee Cole, CT Pride & Miguel Pregueiro

Craig Urbani and Alan Ford have a fun-filled entertainment show opening with Lee Cole, a South African music sensation rocking the US. Miguel Pregueiro and Silas James join us again in studio with some classic romantic songs. David Bloch chats about international sensation Christina Bianco coming to South Africa... and we discuss Cape Town Pride with DA councillor, Roberto Quintas.

Feb 25, 202058 min

Tribute to Joseph Shabalala, Marianthe & Jarryd Nurden

Craig Urbani opens the show discussing Valentine's Day and what love means to him. Singer Danny K joins us to pay tribute to Joseph Shabalala, the icon behind Ladysmith Black Mambazo. Jarryd Nurden chats about playing the sexy Rocky in this year's biggest hit, the Rocky Horror Show... and up-and-coming artist Marianthe chats about her latest single and rise to fame.

Feb 18, 202059 min

Alan Committie, Craig Urbani & Brendan van Rhyn

Craig Urbani joins as Alan Ford's new co-host with an all-star entertainment line-up. Alan Committie opens the show discussing his exciting new role in 'The Producers', Daniel Geddes talks about his hot new musical, 'Here's To You: A Tribute to Simon and Garfunkel'. Award-winning actor Brendan van Rhyn chats about his new show, 'Non Specific', that opened at Gate69 in Cape Town, Drew Bakker speaks about 'Loving You', and Jaco van Rensburg discusses 'Alice in Wonderland'.

Feb 11, 202058 min

Craig Urbani, The Color Purple & Jenny Morris

Award-winning theatre superstar Craig Urbani joins us live in studio as the brilliant Rocky Horror Show opens in Johannesburg. Craig's role as Frank-N-Furter is flawless, and we discuss this great production and more. SA actor and musician Thokozani 'Zano' Nzima also joins us in studio to discuss The Color Purple and his many other great theatre, television and musical roles. International TV chef Jenny Morris chats about her new show on the Food Network, and Darren Craig talks about his lead role in Kinky Boots.

Jan 21, 202055 min

Marvel Universe, Andre Swartz & Precious Makgaretsa

Tony Feldman opens the show with the incredible superhero live show 'Marvel Universe' coming to SA. Precious Makgaretsa and Jacques da Silva discuss their latest stage and screen productions. Afrikaans superstars Andre Swartz and Coenie de Villiers chat about the live music show 'Grenloos'. Anton Luitingh discusses 'Rocky Horror Show' opening in JHB this week, and Reno Horn opens the Ricardo Cabral Exhibition at his ART IS ART Gallery in Cape Town.

Jan 14, 202059 min

Rocky Horror, Santa Claus Is Coming & Peter Pan on Ice

We open the show with the stars of the Rocky Horror Show, Craig Urbani and Kate Normington. Music superstars Miguel Pregueiro and Josh Ansley serenade us with great Christmas Songs to get us into the festive spirit. Jessica Driver joins us to discuss Santa Claus is Coming to Town, Tony Mercer chats about the Imperial Ice Spectacular from Russia, Peter Pan on Ice... and we reveal some secret Christmas baking recipes.

Dec 3, 201958 min

Michael Jackson, Nutcracker & Zuraida Jardine

We open the show celebrating with some of South Africa's stars and influencers - Taryn Louch (presenter), Zuraida Jardine (radio/TV personality) and Rajaa Jawad (blogger). Nicole Capper and Nadine Beshir chat about the extraordinary 'Dinner Time Stories'. International Michael Jackson tribute artist, Dantanio joins us in studio, Lyall Ramsden chats about the 'Nutcracker Winter Circus', Carly Graeme and Rowan Bakker discuss 'All You Ask of ME', and Josh Ansley - our human jukebox - celebrates the Crawford Sandton Christmas Concert.

Nov 26, 201957 min

SA Style Awards & Chitty Chitty Bang Bang

We celebrate the winners of the SA Style Awards 2019 with Jill Grogor (SA Style Awards), Claudia Henkel (Former Miss SA), Somizi Mhongo/Mohale Motaung, Thameenah Saint (Content Creator) and Michael Wilson (Sandton City). The winner of SABC3's 'Next Brand Ambassador' Chace Geyer joins us live from Cape Town, the cast of 'Chitty Chitty Bang Bang' have us celebrating in glorious song, and Bertus van Niekerk (owner of Skin Sense Day Spa) gives away great prizes. Our human 'jukebox' this week is the incredible singer/songwriter Miguel Pregueiro.

Nov 19, 201956 min

Daniel Baron & Miguel Pregueiro

Platinum-selling, award-winning and chart-topping singer/songwriter/producer Daniel Baron joins us in studio, with South African based Portuguese/Spanish singer/songwriter, Miguel Pregueiro. With phenomenal performances and great laughs they will simply blow you away! Wesley Grobler chats about a new hotel, and Nivasha Pather enlightens us about the latest in iced coffee trends.

Oct 29, 201958 min

Harry Sideropoulos, Pantomime & Fawlty Towers

Radio star, actor and musician Harry Sideropoulos open the show in studio discussing 'The Secret Supper Club'. Stars of the upcoming pantomime Germandt Geldenhuys (Binnelanders) and Lelo Ramasimong (The Color Purple) have us laughing and singing. Comedian Mark Banks joins us on the line from Cape Town, Annie Robinson and Mark Mulder chat about the hilarious 'Fawlty Flowers', and Alida Cahi discusses living her dream with her 'Art by Alida Cahi'.

Oct 22, 201959 min

Dire Straits, Pieter-Dirk Uys & Dinner Time Stories

With over 120 million albums sold, our very special guest is Chris White from The Dire Straits Experience. Pieter-Dirk Uys chats about his show 'The Echo of a Noise', Ben Vos talks about humans in nature with 'Benny Bushwhacker', Paul Rouessart discusses the incredible 'Dinner Time Stories SA', and more rocking in studio with 'Rock of Ages'.

Oct 15, 201958 min

Forever Plaid & PJ Powers

The cast of 'Forever Plaid', a heavenly 1950s barber shop musical comedy, join us in studio with great melodies. PJ Power chats about her new show 'Journey with Friends', more of the cast of 'Rock of Ages' pop into studio, Tim Plewman discusses cavemen, and top chef Jason Kosmos showcases one of the best restaurants in Cape Town.

Oct 8, 201957 min

Cito, Rock of Ages & John Tsenoli

We open the show with Wonderboom rockstar, Cito, and the cast of the phenomenal new Broadway show, 'Rock of Ages'. Josh Ansley (The VoiceSA), Natasha van der Merwe (Chicago), Alexandra Girard, JP Rossoux and Matt Counihan join us in studio with magical song. John Tsenoli releases his debut single, 'I'm Just A Boy', and some superb confectionery has our mouths watering.

Oct 1, 201956 min

Yahto Kraft & Rock of Ages

We open the show with 'The Voice' finalists Yahto Kraft and Thembeka Mnguni, chatting about their role in the Born To Perform spectacular 'SHINE'. The Broadway musical 'Rock of Ages' open up shortly and in studio we have Ryan Flynn and Jessica Driver. We also chat about the romantic thriller 'Cupcakes & Commiserations', and we close the show with the hottest restaurant in Cape Town and its Chef Wesley.

Sep 17, 201957 min

Rock of Ages & Children's Theatre

Legendary singers/actors, Lois Du Plessis (Israel/New Breed Alive) and Neels Clasen (Mamma Mia, Tent, Annie) join us in studio to discuss Rock of Ages. Chef Ryan Cole chats about his phenomenal new restaurant, Salsify at the Roundhouse in Cape Town, Nicole Capper (Survivor SA/Mrs SA) chats about her new online magazine, we celebrate children's theatre with Jaco van Rensburg, and Brandon and Natalie Eilers Le Riche (Strictly Come Dancing) talk about a great charity initiative.

Sep 10, 201957 min

Kinky Boots & SHINE

Stars of the broadway hit 'Kinky Boots', Stephan van Huyssteen and Catherine Isaacs are in studio with a great performance. Nicole Ross discusses an exciting new coffee collaboration. And 'Born To Perform: SHINE' director/producer Bryan Schimmel joins us with young performers showcasing their magic.

Sep 3, 201957 min

STOMP, Mo Magic & Burn The Floor

The international cast of the smash hit STOMP joins us in studio with a phenomenal performance. He has captivated audiences with his world class mystification in studio... we also welcome Mo Magic. We chat the world of cruising and holidays with Cruises International, plus some singing and dancing from the cast of Burn The Floor.

Aug 27, 201955 min

Pantomime, Hedy Lamarr & Lesedi Job

American actress Heather Massie joins us to discuss her new international production, 'Hedy: The Life & Inventions of Hedy Lamarr'. Some of the cast of this year's pantomime, 'Jack & the Beanstalk' sing their way through the show with some exceptional voices and music. Lesedi Job discusses directing 'Dead Tinder Society', Rabbie Serumula (top author and poet) gives us some of his great work, and we chat about the top food at 'Peddlers on the Bend' - a restaurant in Cape Town.

Aug 13, 201959 min

Miss SA, reBORN & Pieter-Dirk Uys

Miss South Africa, Tamaryn Green opens the show as she hands over her title and crown this week to a new winner. Pieter-Dirk Uys chats about his new show, #HeTwo, a tribute to Evita Bezuidenhout. Ben Utecht (NFL Superbowl champion), Mark Masri (Grammy Award nominee) and Andre Venter (SA Multi-Platinum artist), join us in studio to chat about their new international pop group reBORN and sing a few amazing acapella songs. Comedian Dalin Oliver has us laughing, and Meghan Picerno (Christine in 'The Phantom of the Opera') inspires young musical theatre performers.

Aug 6, 201959 min

Bianca Del Rio & Dead Tinder Society

International drag artist and comedian Bianca Del Rio joins us live from LA to discuss her South African tour. In studio, the cast of 'The Dead Tinder Society' - Sharon Spiegel-Wagner and Mpho Osei-Tutu - have us in fits of laughter and song. Hazel Feldman (Showtime Management) chats about the international production 'Stomp' coming to SA, Yebo-Gogo's Michael de Pinna chat about a new variety charity show, and Larry Hodes opens his new restaurant, Voodoo Lilly.

Jul 30, 201957 min

SurvivorSA, Stuart Taylor & Aspoestertjie

Nicole Capper (former Mrs South Africa) chats about SurvivorSA and the launch of Luxuria Lifestyle Magazine South Africa. Comedian Stuart Taylor discusses Big5 Comedy, Josh Ansley (VoiceSA) plays more wonderful music in studio, and the cast of 'Aspoestertjie' - Tiaan Rautenback and Marlee van der Merwe - share what it's like to scare kids on stage as villains. We end the show with Chef Shimmu Sello from The Intercontinental Towers with his secret Springbok Shank recipe.

Jul 23, 201955 min

Johnny Clegg Tribute + Simon & Garfunkel

PJ Powers opens the show with a tribute to the legendary Johnny Clegg. The cast of 'Here's To You - The Simon & Garfunkel Songbook', Josh Ansley (The Voice SA), Ashleigh Butcher (Peppa Pig) and Daniel Geddes (Avenue Q) join us in studio with incredible live music and song. We chat to Nathan Ro in Cape Town about 'Kinky Boots', and we celebrate a taste of South India with Thava restaurant.

Jul 18, 201955 min

Marc Lottering, Jobe & Strangeland

‘Not a Musical’ opens this week with the hilarious Marc Lottering. Renos Nicos Spanoudes joins us to discuss his political drama ‘Strangeland’ at the Market Theatre, and Josias Moleele chats about why bad things happen to good people with his new production ‘Jobe’. We review great restaurants, discuss the Tops Wine Show, and feature the Media24 Anthem Project.

May 30, 201959 min

NalediAwards2019, Everest & LUCE

'The Colour Purple' won 7 Naledi Theatre Awards 2019... Producer Bernard Jay and Best Actress, Didi Khunou, open the show. Top chef Grant van Der Riet discusses his incredible restaurant LUCE in Hyde Park. Plus 'Odd Man Out', 'Chicago' and Nespresso's new launch in South Africa. Finally, we celebrate the first all South African female team attempting to summit Mount Everest. Ain't No Mountain High Enough for this show!

May 23, 20191h 0m

Sven Ruygrok (Equus) & Russel Savadier (Odd Man Out)

Top actor Sven Ruygrok (Spud, Zulu, Bring It On) joins us in studio to discuss the award-winning international production 'Equus'. Wine négociant Wade Bales takes us through the incredible creation of Constantia White, with 7 top winemakers. Bianca Le Grange chats about hosting this year's Naledi Theatre Awards, actor/director Russel Savadier chats about his role in 'Odd Man Out', and we celebrate more of the cast of 'Chicago: The Musical'.

May 16, 201958 min

Amra Faye, John Vlismas & The Classics

West End and Broadway star Amra Faye opens the show with some of the ensemble cast members (Jarryd Nurden, Thami Njoko and Michael Fullard) from the musical 'Chicago'. Comedian John Vlismas discusses his new show 'The End: A Comedy About Death'. Johan Liebenberg joins us in studio, performing songs from 'Beautiful Noise: Tribute to Neil Diamond'... and 'Beatlemania' is back!

May 9, 201958 min

Tarryn Lamb, Chicago & Equus

Top female artist Tarryn Lamb joins us to discuss her incredible 8th Annual Ghoema Music Award wins, including the Album of the Year. Grant Towers, Brittane van Loggerenberg and Jenna Robinson Child join us in studio with all that 'Chicago' jazz. Top actor Graham Hopkins chat about the psychological thriller 'Equus'... and 54 on Bath's Executive Chef, Matthew Foxen, has our mouths watering with delicious winter dishes.

Apr 25, 20191h 0m

Chicago, The Ghoema Awards & Pretoria Tattoo Show

Actress Ilse Klink (Mama Morton) and producer Hazel Feldman join us in studio to discuss the longest running American musical, Chicago - opening this week at Montecasino. Heidi Edeling chats about the KykNet Ghoema Music Awards and the extraordinary winners. Monster Jam Trucks hit South African stadiums for the first time, and we chat about the 1st International Pretoria Tattoo Show.

Apr 18, 201959 min

Men In Tutus & Plush Party

Cast members of the international 'Men In Tutus' join us in studio to discuss how comedy and ballet mesh on stage. Candice van Litsenborgh chats about the mystical musical 'Into The Woods', Natasha Sutherland joins us on the line discussing her unforgettable performance in 'Brutal Legacy', and DJ SilverSKY has us rocking to Plush Party at Taboo.

Apr 11, 201958 min

Tracey Going, Lesedi Job & Kate Normington

Stage star Kate Normington joins us in studio to discuss the magical musical 'Into The Woods', and 'Puppet Guy' Conrad Koch has us in stitches. Tracey Going (presenter) and director Lesedi Job discuss 'Brutal Legacy', which takes to the stage this week. Radio and TV presenter Kriya Gangiah gets us fit and strong with Bodytec, and Gareth Jordaan (Executive Chef at The Palazzo) makes us fat with gastronomical meals at Medeo.

Apr 4, 20191h 0m

Into The Woods & Loyiso Madinga

Comedian Loyiso Madinga joins us to discuss his new Netflix special, and being Trevor Noah's Africa Correspondent for 'The Daily Show'. Top theatre stars Zak Hendriks, Earl Gregory and Megan Rigby perform in studio with some of the music from 'Into The Woods'. Myles Brown chats about 'The Anthem Project' and Roelof Jordaan (our new festival correspondent) discusses 'Lekkerland'.

Mar 28, 201958 min

Tim Plewman & Chris Forrest

Tim Plewman joins us in studio to discuss 'Defending The Caveman 2019'. Chris Forrest and JP Nobrega chat about the inspiring 'Celebrity Taxi Dash', we celebrate the Fleur DuCap Theatre Awards, and revisit Media 24's Anthem Project.

Mar 14, 201959 min

Cognitive Dissonance

Nathan talks to the phenomenal Natasha Sutherland about the play 'Brutal Legacy', adapted from the bestselling book by Tracy Going, and also starring the talented Charlie Bougenon. We also catch up with Andre The Hilarious Hypnotist, and discuss the human psyche.

Mar 7, 201952 min

Tumi Morake, Vanessa Frost & Fleur du Cap

Comedians Tumi Morake and Vanessa Frost join us in studio to discuss a 'sexual awakening' with their production 'TEASE'!. Alan Committie, Kim Louis (Broadway star) and Melanie Burke (Chairlady) chat about the 54th Fleur du Cap Theatre Awards, and we discuss a new hotspot in Cape Town!

Feb 28, 201959 min

Gate69, Daniel Baron & Zane Meas

Popstar Daniel Baron sings live in studio, Zane Meas celebrates his new production at the Market Theatre. Actor Michael Richard chats about 'Into The Woods' and Brendan van Ryn discusses the FABULOUS Gate69.

Feb 21, 201956 min

Nik Rabinowitz & Daniel Baron

Hysterical comedian Nik Rabinowitz joins us in studio to discuss his new show 'Dry White'. Super pop star Daniel Baron releases his new single 'Speed of Light' for Valentine's Day, and for the love of South Africa we chat about 'The Anthem Project' with Myles Brown.

Feb 14, 201952 min

Josh Middleton & Aunty Merle The Musical

Award-winning South African actors Paul du Toit, Loukmaan Adams and Carmen Maarman join us to chat about 'Aunty Merle: The Musical'. With his number 1 hit, Josh Middleton and Eden Michelle join us in studio to perform live... and we celebrate Michael Jackson.

Feb 7, 201958 min

Mark Lottering & CHICAGO

We open the show with the one and only funny man Mark Lottering, who introduces us to Aunty Merle and her musical. 'Chicago: The Musical' comes to South Africa after touring the world. In studio we have acting superstars Craig Urbani, Samantha Peo and Carmen Pretorius. Finally Dawn Lindberg chats about the new Naledi Theatre Awards... another great show filled with live in-studio music!

Jan 31, 201958 min

ABBA, Sun Met & The Mousetrap

The international cast of 'The ABBA Show' join us with song in studio. West End superstar, Mark Wynter and fellow actors, Michelle Maxwell and Matthew Lotter discuss 'The Mousetrap'. Etienne Cassuto from GH Mumm Champagne chats about Olympic champion Usain Bolt's arrival in SA for the Sun Met... and the phenomenal Stone Jets perform live in studio.

Jan 24, 201959 min

Big Brother Reunion & Siya Kolisi

We open the show with Captain of the Springboks, Siya Kolisi, chatting about the BrightRock Players Choice Awards and discussing WORLDCUP 2019. Big Brother Season 1 celebrates 18 years in true nostagia... the exclusive reunion show welcomes back, Ferdie, Bad Brad, Swerv, Vuyo Tofile, Mags van der Westhuizen, Steven van Rooyen, Janine Ordenson and more - a great show not to be missed!

Dec 13, 20181h 1m

Queen & Michael Jackson

Live in studio, the artists from 'Queen: It's A Kinda Magic' and 'Michael Jackson, History Show', perform for us. Rugby star Hacjivah Dayimani and presenter Elma Smit discusse the BrightRock Players Choice Awards, and we chat about children's theatre and more...

Dec 6, 201858 min

Caroline Borole (Tina Turner) & Kate Normington

The international lead star of ’Tina: Simply The Best’, Caroline Borole joins us and performs some of the hit songs from that incredible show. Other special guests include top actress Kate Normington performing in ’The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time’, and Mpume Mayiyane (Mrs Phelps) in ‘Matilda: The Musical’.

Nov 22, 201858 min

Danny K, Glamour Magazine & The Revlon Girl

On the anniversary of his late brother's birthday, Danny K introduces us to his new summer hit 'Things we Do...' In studio guests include Asanda Sizani, (Editor of Glamour Magazine) discussing the Women of The Year, and actresses from the emotional hit show 'The Revlon Girl' - Marianthe Smart and Julie-Anne McDowell. Ben Vos joins us as the evil queen from 'Snow White: The Pantomime', and we are introduced to our new Mrs South Africa 2019.

Nov 15, 201855 min

Doreen Morris, Elvis Blue & Matilda

Presenter, producer, Glamour Woman of the Year... the iconic Doreen Morris opens the show, with the incredible Elvis Blue (Idols 2010 winner) and Ryan De Villiers (star of 'Matilda'). Elvis Blue's new song 'Spring' hits the charts this week and 'Matilda: The Musical' is transforming kids and adults alike.

Nov 8, 201857 min

Matilda, Snow White & Mrs SA

The marvellous 'Matilda: The Musical' comes to life in studio with Stephen Jubber and Claire Taylor. 'Snow White: The Pantomime' opens this week, with John Robbie and Desmond Dube... and Mrs South Africa Nicole Capper takes us through an inspirational journey.

Nov 1, 201858 min

Stuart Taylor, Richard Loring & Pieter-Dirk Uys

A show filled with comedy, music, champagne and the world of entertainment. Stuart Taylor, discusses his new comedy show, 'Funny, You Should Say That', and has us contemplating and laughing. Richard Loring chats about his week with Sir Cliff Richard, Sir Michael Caine and Sir Cameron Mackintosh... and Pieter-Dirk Uys launches his new book 'The Echo of a Noise'.

Oct 25, 201856 min

Comedy, Kate Normington & EGGSTA

International star EGGSTA sings her latest hit live from Europe. 'The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time' takes to the stage, and Kate Normington stars in it. And we make people laugh with the one and only Stuart Taylor.

Oct 11, 201853 min

Geek Week

Nathan talks to Graeme Watkins about comics, movies, and weed. Isabella Jane stars in the new and improved local musical Calling Us Home, and Ray Whitcher talks about his locally-produced comic book.

Oct 4, 201852 min