SA shack theatre comes to Dimbaza
“Don’t wait for the government. Start doing something. I’m working towards building 100 shack theatres across SA.”
Those words of wisdom were echoed by the...
Research project turns into creative exhibition
A research project for 10 fine art students from Walter Sisulu University (WSU) has evolved into a curated and visually captivating art exhibition which...
EL dance fitness star rocks it on NBC
East London-born dancer Chace Collett spent two days last week filming an episode of the TV show Forever Young with Dr Pablo Prichard in...
Mr Dingo’s East Afro Maskhandi comes to EL
LISAKHANYA NDWAYI
Mthatha-born artist and songwriter Sivuyile Dingo, famously known as Mr Dingo, promises to set the mood at the Buffalo City Beach Festival with...
Powerhouse women’s voices to ring out on 043 stage
I’m Every Woman II is a dazzling celebration of powerhouse female voices, resilience, and timeless music that transcends generations.
East London’s 043 Events has set a...
Joliza’s Bhacasoul bridges tradition and modernity
Gqeberha-born singer-songwriter Thandikhaya Magayiyana, famously known as Joliza Bhacasoul, is set to release his highly anticipated album, Ushuni We Bhaca, on October 31, and...
Youth learning to capture stories
Buffalo Flats children are rediscovering the magic of photography the old-fashioned way.
Armed with 1980s point-and-shoot cameras, they spend their Saturdays capturing real stories of...
Z-Z-Z-Z-Z-Z-ZOOM! – East London’s tiny car racers are huge champions
Don’t whack my car!
This is the worst that can happen to the driver of a slot car — when the guava next to you...
SECRET SOUL OF SPRING
MIKE LOEWE
What makes our city come alive?
The Spring Swim had its best ever turnout — more than 250 people arrived at Nahoon Beach Lifesavers’ Shack...
Mdantsane musician Sosoboy makes his breakthrough
Mdantsane-born Afro trap artist Sosoboy Fosho set LIV Sandton alight on August 22 with the official launch of his highly anticipated EP, Pink Roses.
The night...
Love and media collide but it all ends well
David Ruggles had planned his big moment to perfection.
He and the love of his life, Melissa Gostling, would take the Southern Cross Cruises Save...
Merrifield’s ‘Shrek’ reminds us of true love, friendship
Merrifield Preparatory School and College takes to the Guild Theatre stage from today for a heartwarming and hilarious production of Shrek: The Musical.
Based on the...
Newest ‘Avengers’ good enough to upstage originals
One of the latest Marvel releases, Thunderbolts is a compellingly told superhero movie that suspends the stereotypical impression of the genre as a vapid cash grab...
Keeping pets cosy in snuggly beds
For more than three decades, East London’s Kimberly Whittle has been creating comfort for pets and peace of mind for their owners.
What began as...
Hudson High hits the right notes
Hudson Park High school will resound with music this weekend, when their vocal and music departments take to the stage for Sing It, a new...
Strangely successful mix of music, demon slaying
Genre: Animated action/ musical
Songs and swords chime together in latest Netflix release, K-Pop Demon Hunters, which brings to life a beautiful animated story about overcoming...
Comedian creates platform for fellow performers
Don’t miss out on your monthly dose of laughter tomorrow night with the local comedians of Slummies Comedy — a grassroots movement to groom...
Arts festival smash hit coming to EL stage
After a sold-out run at the Umtiza Arts Festival, the powerful isiXhosa drama, Buzani Kubawo, returns to East London’s Guild Theatre for two special...
Diverse mix of entertainers head to EL for Umtiza Fest
The ninth Umtiza Arts Festival explodes into Buffalo City metro from today until June 5, hosted by the Guild Theatre, East London Museum, and...
Chilli Club promises to heat up EL fest
LEBO MJANGAZE
Chilli Club SA is celebrating its fifth anniversary with a sizzling event at the East London Museum on April 26. From 11am to...
EL hosts first Asian street food festival
Skinny G Productions is bringing the spicy flavours, cultural performances, and family-friendly entertainment of Asia to the streets of East London with the Asian...
Former Falcon adapts well to role as Captain America
GENRE: Adventure, action
Captain America: Brave New World is the much anticipated 35th movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe that fans have been waiting for.
When...
Love-themed comedy show returns for second annual run
Talented Mdantsane-born comedian Mthawelanga ‘Tats’ Nkonzo returns to Legends Showcase on 28 February for his second annual Love is for Dummies show.
This time, he’s...
GO Review – The Iron Claw
Genre: Biography, drama
The world of professional wrestling has always been one of spectacle, drama, and larger-than-life characters, but behind the bright lights and roaring...
War drama highlights discrimination in military
Genre: Period drama, war
Tyler Perry’s The Six Triple Eight is a powerful and well-crafted film that sheds light on the untold story of the...
Reserve celebrates 25th anniversary
Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve, one of the Eastern Cape’s premier wildlife destinations, is marking a remarkable milestone this year — its 25th anniversary. The...
Beloved English teacher’s poetry book available from next week
Literature is alive and well in Buffalo City, the newest Unesco City of Creative Literature in Africa, with the imminent launch legendary local ex-English...
Festival of art, music and food all for a good cause:...
The second annual Blooms and Brushstrokes festival will be taking place at various locations around East London on Saturday, November 16.
The exciting two-day event...
Emerging local actor up for prestigious award
Mdantsane-born actor Likhona Mgali has been nominated for best young actor at the upcoming 20th Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) for his role as...
Dance show spreads message of hope, faith
Community-based non-profit organisation, Free2Dance East London, recently showcased their soulful dance production, The Anchor, at the Alexander Playhouse putting on a moving combination of...
Warning for EL families as dinos return to town
The highly anticipated Dinosaur World festival, set to take place at Police Park in East London next month, may not be all it claims...
Rising star wins baking competition
WRITTEN BY LEBO MJANGAZE
Jenna Ernstzen, 20, from Baysville, East London, emerged as the best up-and-coming baker in the Border-Kei region after beating 151 other...
GO Review – It Ends With Us
Genre: Romance, drama
Movie adaptations of beloved novels are tricky to execute but, It Ends with Us, is a rare achievement in that the movie...
King Zintle takes over EL DJ scene
Mdantsane-born Zintle Ngxovu, popularly known as King Zintle, is breaking barriers as a popular female DJ in a male-dominated industry.
The 30-year-old self-proclaimed Melophile began...
Go Review – Jackpot!
Genre: Comedy, action
John Cena’s rebrand from a champion wrestler to a comedy actor hits new planes of success every time he appears on screen...
GO Review – Fly Me to The Moon
Genre: Comedy, romance
The new release, Fly Me to the Moon, is a fictional retelling of the famous Apollo 11 moon landing and succeeds in...
GO Review – Despicable Me 4
Genre: Animation
Despicable Me 4 has solidified itself as a movie sequel full of fun and laughter for the whole family, with an engaging storyline,...
Collins progresses from opening act to lead star: Win tickets to...
Many years ago, comedian Robby Collins was the opening act for Trevor Noah at the Guild Theatre and in the intervening years, Collins has...
New podcast to highlight SA role in Angolan wars
A new feature length audio podcast, Stripped, is coming to listeners in September and is based on the contentious and heart-breaking history of the...
Koch brings his big-mouthed crew of puppets to Alexander Playhouse
FAITH MTWANA
SA’s most popular ventriloquist comedian Conrad Koch and his politically astute puppet, Chester Missing, are bringing their Despicable Hehe comedy show tour to...
Eagles become Wildcats on stage next week
Hudson Park High School is bringing the enduring magic of cult classic, High School Music to the local stage for the first time ever...
GO Review – Lobola Man
Genre: Comedy, romance
The newly released film, Lobola Man, typifies the bright future on the horizon for SA films and marks what is hopefully the...
GO People – Lesedi Lester Sikwe
We chat with photographer Lesedi Sikwe about his brand SickWear Lifestyle.
Q: What service do you provide?
A: I provide photography, videography, aerial photography, and canvas...
GO Review – A Family Affair
Genre: Comedy, romance
The success of a good romantic comedy depends on believable chemistry, but A Family Affair features two leads without a shred of...
Local artist plans to share Xhosa traditional music at NAF
Buffalo City’s own Yakha Mlali will take to the National Arts Festival (NAF) stage for the second consecutive year with his original production, lingoma...
New reality TV show puts relationships to the test
Genre: Reality show
The SA spin-off of the global social experiment reality dating show, The Ultimatum: Marry or Move On, is breathe of fresh air...
A night of musical brilliance with special guests
Pianist Hayley White is celebrating a lifetime of music prowess with a special recital, A Musical Journey, at the Guild Theatre on Thursday February 22.
The...
‘Wonka’ falls short of previous adaptations of beloved story
Genre: Adventure, comedy, family, musical
Wonka is an unnecessary musical remake with incomplete details, mediocre songs, and a plot that makes little sense, despite a...
Advertorial: EL welcomes virtual reality studio for gaming, travel, fitness, and...
East London is buzzing with excitement with the opening of Immersive Realms, a groundbreaking virtual reality studio situated in Abbotsford.
Priced at a wallet-friendly R180...
Jo Jackson dance showcase takes you on journey around world
ROSA-KAROO LOEWE
Performers are bringing the world of dance back home, celebrating the diversity of cultural performance as part of the annual showcase from the...
