Ian von Memerty and his family have become to South Africa what the Sound Of Music’s Von Traps are to the rest of the world. This versatile, multi-talented family is causing a storm around the country with their brand of family entertainment, and they bring their new show, Circle Of Life, to The Barnyard Theatre at Gateway for two shows only on January 28 and 29.
The show will see South African theatre doyens Ian and Viv von Memerty sharing The Barnyard stage for the second time with their two children, Oscar (15) and Kasvia (10).
Numbers include a swing opening of I Got Rhythm, In The Mood, and Me And My Shadow; an over-the-top Bollywood Jai Ho; and a sizzling all South African pennywhistle number. Ian and Viv revel in their new numbers of Evergreen, a passionate tango and paso doble, Besame Mucho, Let’s Get Loud and a sizzling samba medley.
Some of the critical acclaim for the show includes:
Totally entertaining and uplifting; it’s fun and laughter all the way as the gang of four render inspired performances, individually and as an ensemble. It goes straight for heart and reminds that life is for the living. – The Star
Deserves to be a sold out success, the material is honed to perfection and gives two hours of top drawer family entertainment. – Artslink
Info: The show on Friday, January 28, will start as usual at 8pm, while the show on Saturday, January 29, will be a matinee starting at 2pm to accommodate families and out-of-town travellers.
Tickets are R125 per person, bookings through The Barnyard Theatre on 031 566 3045, or e-mail gateway@barnyardtheatres.co.za; www.barnyardtheatres.co.za for more information.