Avatar: The Story of Life brings ancient epics to life on stage
Get ready to be transported back in time to the era of Radha and Krishna with this dance drama that has been inspired by ancient epics.
Avatar is based on a true story with a captivating storyline - where you will witness the trials and tribulations of life, and get a glimpse into the eternal story of Radha and Krishna.
The production, by Vishwa Shakti, will feature dance items, state-of-art lighting and LED backgrounds.
It will be staged on July 11 at 2pm and 7.30pm and on July 12 at 2pm and 7pm at iZulu Theatre at Sibaya in Durban. The show will then go on tour to Johannesburg on October 4 at the Theatre of Marcellus at 2pm and 7pm. Tickets can be purchased from Ticketpro. Avatar will also be staged at the Joseph Stone Theatre in Cape Town on October 11 at 2pm and 7pm. Tickets will be available at Webtickets.
For more information, call Kamal Maharaj on 082 929 9609.
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