by Tiffany Markman | family theatre, family time, holidays, reviews, shows |
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.
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by Tiffany Markman | cars, family, family time, going away, holidays, travel |
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.
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by Fatima Kazee | going away, holidays, safety |
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.
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by Tiffany Markman | activities, family theatre, family time, holidays, reviews, shows |
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.
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by Tiffany Markman | crafts, DIY Kids, family time, holidays, indoor, recycling crafts, Uncategorized |
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
by Tiffany Markman | activities, family theatre, family time, holidays, reviews, shows |
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…
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by Tiffany Markman | activities, cars, family theatre, family time, holidays, reviews, safety, shows |
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.
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by Tiffany Markman | culture, family theatre, family time, human rights, reviews, shows |
This isn’t your below-average high school musical. Actually, this isn’t even your average musical. Redhill High School’s Hairspray is something else.
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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 |
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.
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by Tiffany Markman | activities, family, family time, homeschooling, learning, outdoor, raise healthy kids, vegetarian |
What’s the up side to letting our kids loose in the garden? What does it do for their brains, bodies, social consciousness, eating and just plain joy? I consulted an expert – Caro Tapson, former pro landscaper, mom, and owner of Seedling Stokvel – and learned some awesome things.
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by Tiffany Markman | activities, family theatre, family time, holidays, Music, reviews, shows |
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.
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by Tiffany Markman | family theatre, family time, holidays, Music, reviews, shows |
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.
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by Fatima Kazee | family getaway, going away |
I’ll be honest, as I usually am. I’m one of those people who become fretful just thinking about all that needs to be sorted out for a holiday. In fact I’m that horrible that I used to look forward to my kids being back at school.
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