Express your gratitude for everything your mom has done for you! There’s one day in the year that you can go all out and it is this Sunday, 14 May 2023 – is Mother’s Day! Here are some ideas which are different to make her day or even weekend, extra special.
Before we begin, however, a night or two not having to worry about making beds or meals is a treat indeed! Reserve your room without delay at The Jack Rose in the heart of Rosebank.
Music provides a great escape
Operetta
Now this is something you do not come across very often these days. This Saturday 13 May at 4:15pm there is a performance of ‘The Merry Widow’ – an operetta by Franz Lehar. Although this clip isn’t the cast, it provides a taste of what’s on offer.
The performance is being hosted by the St Francis of Assisi Church 46 Tyrone Ave, Parkview. Soprano – Hanli Stapela takes on the role of Hanna.
The operetta is one of the performances of the St Francis Music Festival 2023 taking place this week. Book today! Tickets are available via Quicket.
A treat indeed… a beautiful way to express your gratitude!
Parkview is a beautiful suburb of Johannesburg approximately 15 minutes away from the Jack Rose and on the opposite side of Zoo Lake.
Choral
The Vox Chamber Choir Mother’s Day Festival takes place this Sunday. This annual Mother’s Day Choral Festival will be hosted by the NG Universiteitsoord in Pretoria.
The concert features: UJ Choir (University of Johannesburg), Die Menlo Koor (Die Hoërskool Menlopark Koor), PUK Choir (NWU) and the Vox Chamber Choir.
Tickets are available via Tixsa R120pp or at the door R150. Children U13 R50.
Jazz
Friday evenings are focused on Jazz at Doppio Zero, Rosebank. This week they are hosting Feya Faku a renown trumpet and flugel horn player. Not to be missed! This talented jazz musician trained under Darius Brubeck. Book your seat or table today.
For a taste:
44 Stanley provides bountiful choice
Taking mom down memory lane and treating her to a movie also makes for a great outing. This Sunday, The Bioscope at 44 on Stanley is hosting a special screening of ‘Mermaids’ – a Cher classic of the 90s.
The R140 ticket includes a packet of tissues plus a tub of Paul’s delicious homemade icecream.
The screening is at 4pm. Do not miss out – book today!
And… if you would really like make it a weekend with a difference you can even begin on Friday afternoon (12 May) with one of the offerings of the Diversitas Film Festival.
3pm – Film selection from Peru; 4:40pm features films from Spain; and 6:45 the Panama Film Selection.
Express your gratitude with a theatre outing
A visit to Mandela Square in Sandton is always a super treat with its wide choice of restaurants and, of course, Theatre on the Square. This week’s offering is ‘Dress Code’ – a comedy musical revue featuring Ntambo Rapatla, Sharon Spiegel Wagner and Lorri Strauss.
Directed by Alan Swerdlow, this promises to be a total hoot for those who love clothes, comedy and music.
“Ever since Eve grabbed that fig leaf, humankind has been obsessed with what we wear, why we wear, and how we wear the clothes that make us, break us and fake us,” states the website. The show pokes fun at our relationship with clothes and guarantees a fun night out.
Booking through Computicket or directly via the theatre on 0118838606.
Express your gratitude in other ways
Friday 12 May: David Kau Live at Gatzby’s in Midrand https://www.quicket.co.za/events/216643-david-kau-live-in-johannesburg-at-gatzbys-live-12-may-2023/#/
Sat 13 May: Gin and Cake Experience in Germiston https://bitchintees.co.za/product/mothers-day-gin-cake-experience/
Sat 13 May: Lekkerland Carnival at the Pretoria Botanical Gardens with performances by Prime Circle, Matthew Mole, Elandré, Georgetown, Pedro Barbosa and more. Tickets via Computicket https://computicket-boxoffice.com/e/lekkerland-carnival-2023-hq0Y7l
Sun 14 May: Mother’s Day Concert at Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens, Roodepoort. https://www.inyourpocket.com/johannesburg/mothers-day-concert-at-walter-sisulu-botanical_7017e
Sun 14 May: Rosebank Sunday Market – 4th floor, Rosebank Mall MOTHER’S DAY VOUCHER ALERT! Treat yourself to a day out at Rosebank Sunday Market this weekend and spend R250 or more to receive a R50 gift voucher for your next visit!
The Market opens at 9am. Be among the first 50 customers to receive your voucher.
Location: Rosebank Mall, Level 4 Parking
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