Aunty Merle The Musical is coming to Johannesburg

Posted on January 17, 2019 by Mishkah Roman-Cassiem

Everyone who knows me, knows that I LOVE Marc Lottering’s brand of comedy. You can read about his previous shows that I have written about here and here. From the time he was an up-and-coming young comedian, when I lived in Cape Town back in the day, we have supported his shows, and he never fails to deliver in tickling one’s funny bones! If you are also a loyal fan, you will know that Marc started out doing shows with various characters, and Aunty Merle from Belgravia Road in Athlone (which is just up the road from where I actually grew up, on the Cape Flats) was one such delightuful and colourful character.

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“Carmen The Opera” to dazzle audiences at Joburg Theatre

Posted on June 4, 2018 by Mishkah Roman-Cassiem

I have never seen an opera before, so I was super excited and honoured to be invited to see the classic “Carmen The Opera” currently on, at the Joburg Theatre.

Founded in 2011, Sempre Opera, in collaboration with Joburg Theatre, is proud to announce its upcoming production of Carmen by George Bizet on The Mandela Stage for four performances only on Sunday 3^rd, Tuesday 5^th, Friday 8^th and Sunday 10^th June 2018.

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A Magical Media Night with Mo Magic

Posted on October 21, 2016 by Mishkah Roman-Cassiem

I first heard about Mo Magic when my husband was working on a show called “Holiday Swap” about 3 years ago, and Mo was a contestant. I was told about his “mind magic tricks” and spoon bending, so I was well intrigued when I got an invite to the media launch, which we attended last night. We all need a bit of magical delight in our lives, now and again, so this was welcomed.

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