Hot off two sold-out performances at the 2024 Hilton Arts Festival, Tonya Koenderman, celebrated as "one of the hottest properties on the cabaret circuit," is set to captivate the KZN Midlands once again this October. With five performances scheduled in Pietermaritzburg, Howick, and Hilton, Koenderman’s shows promise to be an unmissable blend of glamour, humour, and world-class entertainment.
Show Dates:
• 18 Oct - The Wykeham Collegiate, Pietermaritzburg: Private performance of “Growing Old Disgracefully”
• 19 Oct - The Old Mushroom Farm, Howick: Public performance of “Born To Diva”
• 20 Oct - Amberglen: Private performance of Songbirds of the Golden Era
• 25 Oct - The Knoll, Hilton: Public performance of “Growing Old Disgracefully”
• 26 Oct - Epworth, Pietermaritzburg: Private performance of “Born to Diva”
For tickets to the Mushroom Farm and The Knoll: WhatsApp 082 379 8070 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
About the Shows...
Born To Diva
A musical extravaganza featuring dazzling costumes and thrilling performances, Born To Diva showcases Koenderman's interpretations of iconic divas such as Tina Turner, Shirley Bassey, Bette Midler, Celine Dion, Edith Piaf and Liza Minnelli. The show includes timeless hits like "Diamonds are Forever," "Simply The Best", “No Regrets” and "New York, New York," alongside Koenderman’s cheeky twists on songs like “A Few of My Favourite Things.” Critics have raved about the show, calling it “Sizzling!”, “Captivating,” and “Top-class cabaret.” Born To Diva has enchanted audiences across South Africa and beyond, receiving standing ovations and rave reviews. (“Songbirds of the Golden Era” is an adaptation of Born to Diva for a private audience)
Growing Old Disgracefully
Having sold out twice at the Hilton Arts Festival this year, Growing Old Disgracefully is a hilarious-yet-poignant exploration of ageing. Do you put your car keys in the fridge? Do you walk into a room and forget why you went there in the first place? Are your arms starting to resemble bat wings? You are not alone! Come enjoy a glass of wine or six with this pint sized dynamo and enjoy a show filled with laughter and just a few tears. This performance is sure to leave you with a smile on your face and a few new laugh lines (apologies in advance!).
About Tonya Koenderman
Tonya Koenderman has been a leading figure in South African entertainment for years. She had the great honour of being the only local artist to star in the Sun City sensation, “Beyond Belief”, which ran for 16 months at the Sun City Extravaganza - in which again she impersonated the legendary Liza Minnelli, her favourite artist. She also impersonated Liza in the look-alike, sound-alike show, “Stars in your Eyes”, which ran for two seasons at the Carousel. Tonya has worked extensively for Sun International in numerous extravaganzas throughout South Africa and has performed across the globe, from Australia to Morocco. Her extensive career includes a variety of solo cabarets, such as “A Night In Paris”, “Liza with a T”, and “When Jazz Was King”. She is also a sought-after performer in the corporate scene, captivating audiences from Investec to Virgin Active.
Produced locally by KZN Midlands music aficionado Charles Webster, these performances are set to bring the glitter and glam that have made Koenderman a top national and international performer, to the KZN Midlands. Don’t miss the chance to experience Tonya's magic live this October!
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