South African Entertainment

The Ascots promises a world-class Durban July experience — but is it Worth the Price of Entry?

Other marquees at the Durban July offer premium packages at significantly lower price points. What does The Ascots offer that they don’t?

Lesego Chepape

6 min read

Jonny Grundy and Manuel Artino perform their lyra hoop act which has
been added to the line-up.

AERIAL ACROBATICS

20 MAR 2026

Splish splash: Zingara’s new high-flying dance of bathtub joy

A daring duo turn a humble bathtub into a stage for sensual acrobatics, aerial feats and playful humour in the latest show at Zingara’s Cape Town spiegeltent

Keith Bain

8 min read

Kingpin: Mo Masire, played by Zolisa Xaluva, in a scene from Kings of Jo’Burg season 3, which is on Netflix. Photo: Courtesy of Netflix

AFRICAN CINEMA

19 JUN 2025

Power, blood and spirits: Inside season 3 of Kings of Jo’Burg

An electrifying saga of supernatural warfare, family loyalty and the high cost of power in the Joburg underworld

Rolland Simpi Motaung

5 min read

Wheel fun: Whether you’re a petrolhead or just love a good vibe, the Auto Fest promises to be a day of ente

ARTS AND CULTURE

3 APR 2025

Diary: Auto festival, Live jazz, Contemporary dance

Your essential dose of art and culture

Kibo Ngowi

2 min read