No, not the aliens. These ladies:
Yes, it’s Fascinating Aida.
You may remember that I went to see them in February 2011 and that’s exactly why I will be going to see them again. Absolutely hilarious stuff. Don’t miss it.
They’re doing Joburg from 15-27 Jan 2013 and Cape Town from 30 Jan-16 Feb 2013.
(with apologies to the Smashing Pumpkins)
I’m quite excited about tonight, as we’re secured tickets (via the medium of Computicket) to see Fascinating Aida at Camps Bay’s Theatre on the Bay (which is actually next to the bay and not on it at all).
If you haven’t heard of Fascinating Aida, don’t worry. I was in your situation until I got sent this video from some relatives overseas, last year.
which had me in stitches.
And unsurprisingly, they’ve had some excellent reviews since coming over to perform in SA:
Tony Blair is a war criminal, Justin Bieber an amoeba and when shagging his four wives Jacob Zuma keeps out of trouble. Oh yes, and Herschelle Gibbs is a d**s. The ladies of Fascinating Aïda are not afraid to speak their minds.
This relentlessly funny and surprising show is performed by a trio of English women who drip with sarcasm and satire. They sing, they do something that resembles dancing and they break all conventions of how ladies should act.Leave the prudes at home for a night of guaranteed laughs. A definite go see.
Sounds right up my street.
I’m told that tonight is sold out (as have several others). However, they are here until 5th March, so if you’re in Cape Town, do make an effort to see them.
Tickets via Computicket start at R100.
UPDATE: Brilliant. Simply brilliant.