The Showroom prepares seven shows for the festive season

Daniele Pascal’s Nostalgia, a tribute to Marlene Dietrich (Dec 3 at 8pm) is a musical journey into the life of one of the greatest entertainers of the Golden age, a film star, a cabaret sensation — a wonderful enigma. With Liza Joubert (from Lisa se Klavier fame) on piano, the show features songs such as ‘I may never go home anymore’, ‘ just a gigolo’, ‘Illusions’, ‘Ich bin die fesche lola’, ‘Lili Marlene’ and many more. Tickets are R130.

Ray Dylan (Dec 8 at 8pm) is firmly established as one of South Africa’s favourite voices and his newest album, Reg hier in die middel – with heartfelt lyrics, fresh melodies and captivating rhythms – reaffirms why! Ray and his team applied their pens in communicating a wide range of feelings and moments through words and music: from loss, betrayal, a love that is not meant to be and “all the right things said and done too late”, to lighter mood party weekends, meeting the one who sweeps you off your feet at first sight and finding the match who was made especially for you. He will perform music from his albums Hokaai Stoppie Lorrie and Goeie Ou Country. Tickets are R130.

Jesse Clegg (Dec 10 at 8pm) spent the first six years of his life on tour with his father, iconic South African singer Johnny Clegg. Jesse has achieved much in the six short years he has been active. He has released four Top 10 singles and toured extensively throughout South Africa, playing the biggest festivals in the country. Enjoy some lively rock and pop music from his albums Things Unseen, When I Wake Up, Live & Unplugged, and Life on Mars.

Multifaceted artist Nicholis Louw, whose repertoire includes rock, pop and ballades, often incorporating strong classical elements, and Brendan Peyper team up on Dec 15 at 8pm. Louw will sing songs from his album So Rock Ons Die Wêreld Reg and Peyper will performs songs from his album Stop Wag Bly Nog 'n Bietjie. Tickets are R180 for this dynamic duo.

André Swieger’s Déjà Vu (Dec 17 at 8pm) recalls the songs of his favourite singer-songwriters who inspired him to become a musician. He relives his journey from the 60s up to now. Come and experience his versions of songs by Bob Dylan, John Lennon, Paul Simon, Peter Sarstedt and others. He will perform music from his albums Blou, Die Sirkels Van Tyd, Turn On The Light, Squireblue, Groen, Ghost Train, and Bakhandmaan. Tickets are R130.

Featuring the talent of Ian Roberts, the Radio Kalahari Orkes (Dec 21 at 8pm) has toured the length and breadth of South Africa, Namibia and The Netherlands with their folk-rock pastiche of Traditional Afrikaans with authentic acoustic instruments. Their music stems from a deeply rooted place, taking in Ghoema, Latin and Africana music. They will perform music from their sell-out albums Die Radio Kalahari Orkes - Grootste Treffers, Stoomradio, Heuningland, Die Naglooper, and Opgestook. Tickets are R150.

Tailor (Dec 31 at 8pm) is a force to be reckoned with. Her diverse voice will take you through an emotional yet happy journey which will leave you inspired. Tailor is famous for her energy as live act and will sing songs from her albums The Dark Horse, The Salt, Trust, Pt. 1, Scrilla Music, Light, and Custom Fitted. Tickets for this New Year’s celebration are R180.

Tickets can be booked online: www.showroomtheatre.co.za or at The Showroom Theatre, 43 Church Street, in Prince Albert. Phone: 023 5411 563 or info@showroomtheatre.co.za