Must-see entertainment in KwaZulu-Natal

  • Chairman

    Durban

    This classy lounge-bar is in an up-and-coming part of Durban, but for now it's best to grab a cab to get here. This sprawling bar and lounge has a…

  • Rainbow Restaurant & Jazz Club

    Durban

    In Pinetown, 15km west of the centre, this was the first place in Natal to cater to blacks in a so-called ‘white area’ in the 1980s. With a reputation as…

  • BAT Centre

    Durban

    One of Durban’s more interesting, if unreliable, arty haunts, this venue features semiregular jazz performances – check what’s on before heading down…

  • KwaZulu-Natal Philharmonic Orchestra

    Durban

    The orchestra has an interesting spring concert program with regular performances in City Hall. Check the calendar and events listings on the website.

  • Playhouse Company

    Durban

    Opposite City Hall, Durban’s central theatre is a stunning venue. The Zulu mosaics and beadwork in the foyer are alone worth seeing, as are the dance,…

  • Catalina Theatre

    Durban

    This is a not-for-profit venture that brings new artistic works to the stage. Boatman's Rd runs parallel to Margaret Mncadi Ave (Victoria Embankment).

  • Zack's

    Durban

    Weekends see this unassuming restaurant liven up with performances from local rock, jazz and blues bands. There's another venue at Wilson's Wharf.

  • Kings Park Stadium

    Durban

    With 60,000 seats, ABSA Stadium is currently home to the Natal Sharks rugby team.

  • Sun Coast Casino

    Durban

    The glitzy, art deco–style casino is popular with locals and features slot machines, cinemas and some well-attended restaurants. The beach in front of the…

  • Centre for Jazz

    Durban

    The University of KwaZulu-Natal has contemporary-music, classical and jazz performances during university terms. Performers vary from township jazz…

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