Sandton City is turning up the magic this festive season with its most enchanting experience yet. Say hello to the City of Enchantment, a brand-new holiday world that will transform the iconic centre court into a whimsical wonderland filled with shimmer, joy, and festive flair. Think Santa photos, extended shopping hours, breathtaking décor, and beautifully wrapped gifts… all in support of the SPCA.
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Different young artists will perform the role of Clara in upcoming run
Cape Ballet Africa’s brand-new production of The Nutcracker this December at Teatro, Montecasino will feature six young artists sharing the role of Clara; the young girl who receives a magical nutcracker doll for Christmas and goes on on adventures in magical lands.
The rising young performers dancing Clara include three dancers from Johannesburg and three from Cape Town.
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The Nutcracker has provided wonderfully imaginative, sweet holiday entertainment for over a century, often being the first show young audiences experience when introduced to ballet and theatre. The new production presented by Global Star Events in collaboration with Cape Ballet Africa shows that none of that appeal has diminished, with its Teatro, Montecasino run already having been extended to accommodate overwhelming demand for tickets.
Now ending on Sunday 28 December, the run incorporates special festive season early show times on the final eight performances, on sale today at Webtickets.co.za. There are two shows on Tuesday, 23 December; Saturday, 27 December and Sunday, 28 December at 11am and 3:30pm with 3pm matinee shows on Wednesday, 24 December and Friday, 26 December.
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LEGO® South Africa has pulled off its most ambitious project to date, shipping a detailed, up-scaled LEGO® Technic Mercedes-AMG F1 W14 E Performance build from Singapore to South Africa, marking the largest life-size LEGO build ever brought into the country.
The grand reveal was held at the Mercedes-Benz experience centre at Zwartkops Raceway, where media and motoring enthusiasts gathered to witness the grand unboxing of the iconic build.
“The reveal forms part of LEGO South Africa’s ongoing commitment to celebrating creativity and innovation through play,” said Valery Kasimov, the newly appointed country manager for LEGO South Africa.
Hyde Park Corner officially opens the festive season on Thursday, 13 November 2025 with an elegant tree lighting ceremony featuring exceptional entertainment, Champagne and seasonal splendour.
The public celebration begins at 5.30pm in Centre Court, where audiences can enjoy performances from Swing City, featuring Graeme Watkins and Nathan Ro, who will deliver a soulful set of timeless favourites. The Soweto Gospel Choir brings their signature South African sparkle to the evening, whilst Mzansi Ballet performs quintessentially festive and enchanting scenes from The Nutcracker, Teddy Bear’s Picnic and The Bare Necessities from The Jungle Book.
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Mzansi Life & Style by Mishkah Roman-Cassiem 