The show must go on!

In November 1991 a bright shinning star in the world of music and entertainment went out. Freddie Mercury died of Aids. He left thousands of fans with an irreplacable gap and left the entertainment industry a whole lot poorer. Freddie is still sadly missed even today.

“THE SHOW MUST GO ON” sets out with the intention of recreating that energy. The Band, the costumes, the stage antics, the strutting, the vibe all add to creating that “kind of magic” that Queen concerts had.

The show is produced and directed by Cedric Vandenschrik. Cedric is no stranger to impersonating Freddie. He has done so in numerous shows like “Kings, Queens and Divas”, “Roll Over Beethoven”,  “Rock Legends”... In this show however he impersonates Freddie at different Stages of his Career, but also takes time to be himself and making the music live.

Joining him on stage is the immensly talented Amanda Tiffin bringing not only her wonderfull voice to the production, but also her talent as musical director.

The show kicks off with Queen at Wembley in 1986. The last time the band would make an impact with Freddie. It then meanders through the unforgettable repertoire of Queen with all the favourites songs dotted along the way. “Another one bites the dust”, “I want to break free”, “Bohemian Rhapsody”, “One Vision”, “Radio Gaga”, “We will Rock you”, “Who wants to live forever”, “Don't stop me now”, “We are the Champions” etc...

With a list of songs like that, you're bound to be singing and dancing along! THE SHOW MUST GO ON...

Marius Weyers returns to Knysna Playhouse

Having opened the Kynsna Playhouse in November 2007 with the lead role in PROOF, Marius Weyers will return to star in the South African Premier of THE DRAWER BOY by Michael Healey.

THE DRAWER BOY is a touching and heart-warming story of two farmers whose lives are altered by the arrival of a young actor doing research for a play about farming and rural life. As a result of the young actor's presence, the life story of the farmer's past history as friends and soldiers during WW2 is revealed.

Weyers plays Angus, the farmer who received a severe injury to his head while in service in England, with the resultant loss of his short term memory. As the play unfolds the past events are revealed during a rehearsal which both farmers attend; a cathartic incident which triggers Angus into remembering and confronting long forgotten truths and emphasizing the theme of the  'healing power of art '.

A special gala opening is planned on Wed May 21st, with pre and post show refreshments. This performance is a fund-raiser to contribute to the Michaela Marks Trust.

Michaela received serious head injuries in a car collision in September 2007. The trust has been established to assist her family in handling the substantial medical costs involvedin her recovery.

Booking for the gala or other performances of THE DRAWER BOY (from May 22- June 1st) can be made by phone at 044 382-0696 or at the Playhouse Box Office (Corner of Long & Pitt Street)