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Theatre review: Underneath a Magical Moon

by Tiffany Markman | family theatre, family time, holidays, reviews, shows | 0 comments

From an imaginative set to expressive physical theatre; from catchy songs and dances to a nicely abbreviated plot, the musical ‘Underneath a Magical Moon’ is lovely for little kids, big kids, and grown-ups.

16 road trip tips for the festive season

by Tiffany Markman | cars, family, family time, going away, holidays, travel | 2 comments

Yikes. Travelling over the festive season is NOT for the faint-hearted. Here are some tips for safe car travels, and for taking your littlies along without wanting to murder someone en route.

Safety tips for the festive season

by Fatima Kazee | going away, holidays, safety | 0 comments

The festive season is notorious for break-ins, hold-ups and all sorts of attempts at ruining a perfectly good end to the year. Here are a few tips to bear in mind before you hit the road… or the malls.

Review: The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe – National Children’s Theatre

by Tiffany Markman | activities, family theatre, family time, holidays, reviews, shows | 0 comments

The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe is something special. Thanks to extraordinary set design by Sarah Roberts and masterful direction by Francois Theron, combined with powerful physical theatre from the cast of four actors, adults and children will be equally enthralled.

3 Moana-inspired DIY activities for the holidays

by Tiffany Markman | crafts, DIY Kids, family time, holidays, indoor, recycling crafts, Uncategorized | 0 comments

By Tiffany Markman, on behalf of Sing at my Party, which sends musical theatre singers – dressed as Disney characters, including the gorgeous Moana – to sing at Joburg birthday parties. In our house, we’re ALL about Moana at the moment. If your little one...Read more

Review: The Smurfs Live on Stage, Emperors Palace

by Tiffany Markman | activities, family theatre, family time, holidays, reviews, shows | 0 comments

It’s spring, the Smurfs’ favourite time of year, and 8 members of the tribe are preparing for the annual parade. But Gargamel comes up with a plan to trick Mother Nature into un-spring-ing spring. What will happen? See it with your kids, and find out…

Review: The Adventures of Mr Toad, National Children’s Theatre

by Tiffany Markman | activities, cars, family theatre, family time, holidays, reviews, safety, shows | 0 comments

Watch as the wealthy Mr Toad becomes obsessed with motor cars and addicted to reckless driving. His friends Rat, Mole and Badger intervene, with unhelpful sabotage by a nasty pack of ill-intentioned weasels – and both chaos and jail time ensue. This is a glorious holiday musical for the kids.

Make edible clowns

by Tanya George | food/recipes, holidays, recipes | 3 comments

Not sure how to keep the kids entertained during the upcoming holidays well here’s a fun baking activity. In keeping with my Holiday club theme “The Circus is coming to town”, how about making edible clowns.

Theatre review: Freckleface Strawberry, The Musical

by Tiffany Markman | bullying, family theatre, holidays, prejudice, reviews, shows | 0 comments

Freckleface Strawberry: The Musical is currently showing at the National Children’s Theatre. Based on actress Julianne Moore’s New York Times best-selling book, it’s a fun, funny and fast-moving show – with a valuable lesson about self-esteem and self-image.

Holiday blues…

by Mia Von Scha | depression | 0 comments

By Mia Von Scha, Transformational Coach, motivational speaker, children’s author, student to two Zen Masters (aka kids), avid cloud watcher and lover of life. December: Time for festive lights and great food and fun with the family and holidays and presents and...Read more

Why play and fun are good for brain and body

by Tiffany Markman | activities, being present, family, family time, games, health/safety, homeschooling, indoor, left or right handed, outdoor, parenting, play, play, products, raise healthy kids, technology | 1 comment

If your child loves his/her devices and often has to be nagged to just *move*, you need to read this article. It’s about actualising more of the brain-and-body-potential that’s inside our children, using easy brain-boosting activities. Plus, research shows that stimulating both sides of the brain enables children to learn better, become more creative, deal more effectively with challenges and emotions, and build enhanced confidence, self-esteem and understanding of their environment.

Review: Supreme Divas

by Tiffany Markman | activities, family theatre, family time, holidays, Music, reviews, shows | 0 comments

Supreme Divas is diva-ine. Expect a glorious mix of the big and loud, the sweet and slow, and even the gentle growl, divided into two acts: ‘then’ (80s/90s hits) and ‘now’ (big songs of the 2000s). Expect inter-generational entertainment, perfect for younger audiences (aged 8+) from musical or theatrical families, and pretty much anyone else who’s enjoyed strong female voices from 1980 to date. Expect a fun, festive, charming night out.

Review: Shrek The Musical

by Tiffany Markman | family theatre, family time, holidays, Music, reviews, shows | 0 comments

You know those feel-good shows that leave you humming as you drive home? That you think about while putting your little ones to bed? That you’re chatting about over dinner, and remembering in the morning? Shrek The Musical is one of those.