The Barnyard Theatre at Gateway stages Nite Fever – a celebration of the 70s – from February 1 to March 6.
The 1970s was an incredible rollercoaster ride that will always be remembered for the break-up of The Beatles, the introduction of VCRs and pocket calculators, Mark Spitz winning seven gold medals, Paul Getty being kidnapped, President Richard Nixon resigning, Microsoft being founded, Elvis being found dead, the thrill of the Star War movie, Mother Theresa winning the Nobel Peace Prize, Sony introducing the Walkman and Manhattan’s Studio 54.
Nite Fever is a celebration of a decade we will never forget from a musical point of view. Some of the greatest music of our time comes from the 70s – from The Bee Gees, John Paul Young, The Village People, Rod Stewart and Boney M, to the funky sounds of Stevie Wonder, The Jackson Five, Kool & The Gang and Showaddywaddy.
Diversity
But the 70s was a time of diversity which can be seen in everything from the iconic movie soundtracks of Saturday Night Fever, Grease and The Rocky Horror Picture Show; to the disco hits Jive Talking, Love Is In The Air, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Stayin’ Alive and Freak Out; some epic ballads like You Light Up My Life, You’re So Vain, I Wanna Kiss You All Over; the sultry sounds of Baker Street; and the uplifting Delta Dawn, Lean On Me, and Knocking on Heaven’s Door.
This decade is brought to life from that vibey 70s night club called Nite Fever, where eccentric owner Leo broadcasts back-to-back hits to get the party started! Nite Fever is fronted by Clinton Philander who takes on the roles of Leo and lead vocals, where he is joined by JP Moggee, Marvin Nethononda, Yvette Barnard and Ruth Brown. The rock solid band consists of Calli Thomson on keyboards, Josh Thatcher on guitar, Bongani Nikelo on bass guitar, Colin Heaney on drums and Colin Mairs on saxophone. This stellar cast will not only get you into the groove but get your body to move!
Tickets are R125 per person from Wednesday to Saturday, with discounted specials of R90 per person every Tuesday night and Sunday matinee show.
Info: Phone The Barnyard Theatre on 031 – 566 3045, e-mail gateway@barnyardtheatres.co.za or visit www.barnyardtheatres.co.za for more information.