The Barnyard Theatre
The Barnyard Theatre
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Stuart
Umhlanga Rocks, South Africa99 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
I have avoided this place for as long as I can remember. Ever since Gateway days it was for me a miss. Too loud, uncomfortable with terrible food. The latest iteration of this is no better. The show - supposedly soundtracks was memorable only for one woman screaming her songs so badly that it was totally unlistenable, the music so loud that even a partially deaf person said it was too loud, and the seating - worse than before. Miss at all costs
Written 3 October 2023
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Bharat K
Durban, South Africa33 contributions
Nov 2016 • Family
We were a group of 11 and caught the Hollywood road to fame show. We could take our own food although they have a limited menu of chips and pizza samoosas. All drinks have to be bought there. Setting like a barnyard!! Music excellent with local talent that tops the idols !!
Written 6 November 2016
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SharksSupporter1
Ballito, South Africa528 contributions
May 2019 • Friends
The theatre is now situated at Suncoast Casino. Access is good and the atmosphere lively. We saw Dam Patlansky and band with opening act Rowan Stuart and both were good and bluesy. We sat on the balcony overlooking the stage and the sound at times was overpowering and distorted. Even so enjoyed the show. Access to the bar and toilets is very difficult with the balcony being crowded and full so this should be improved from balcony left of the stage.
Written 28 May 2019
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seaf0
Durban, South Africa30 contributions
May 2015 • Family
The theatre is known for really good shows. I have not seen a bad show at the venue. Be sure to bring your own food, the pizza I ordered in-house did not arrive. The manageress/owner simply starred at me when I enquired about it, and the waiter told me to go to a closed pizza joint. Therefore, definitely bring your own picnic basket and buy drinks from the theatre. If you can look past the poor customer service, you will likely get good entertainment.
Written 1 October 2015
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mike c
Durban, South Africa1 024 contributions
Sept 2019
What a great improvement! In case you didn't know that you can take your own food in but no drinks they have to be purchased in the theater. Unlike Gateway, where it was miles away from the food area it's now next to many restaurants and takeaways. So you can grab a meal at a restaurant and walk over to the Theater after or just take in a take away. One can also order food online and have it delivered to your table.
We went the first night of a new show - 101hits- this show was fantastic and the sound was first class no distorted speakers. The theater is laid out well we were 4 rows of tables back from the stage but could still see the whole acts.
So if your looking for a good evening out consider this venue. You can also hire it out during the day for functions etc.
We went the first night of a new show - 101hits- this show was fantastic and the sound was first class no distorted speakers. The theater is laid out well we were 4 rows of tables back from the stage but could still see the whole acts.
So if your looking for a good evening out consider this venue. You can also hire it out during the day for functions etc.
Written 7 September 2019
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Mikehe1
Durban, South Africa19 contributions
Jun 2019 • Couples
First time visit. Great show. Sound overpowering and deafening. Words of vocalist drowned. Adjust sound overall please. This is a small venue
Written 24 June 2019
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Thank you for your valuable feedback Mikehe.
I have forwarded this to the Production and Management Team to look info right away. I can ensure you of our best intentions at all times and apologise that the sound was not good during your visit. We do hope to see you again in the not too distant future.
Kind Regards,
The Barnyard Team
Written 1 July 2019
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Pat & Paul (Nerve Marketing & Events)
Durban, South Africa260 contributions
May 2019 • Couples
Love the new venue in the revamped Suncoast Casino surrounded by loads of new restaurants, 2 shows already seen and another one next week on the cards "Celtic rock"... good local entertainment
Written 18 June 2019
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J0hnC918
Kloof, South Africa144 contributions
May 2019 • Friends
Rhythm of the night is a great show, with both song and dance. The dance crew were fantastic, the "black mexican" really funny talented and can sing to boot. Whilst the band and especially the lead guitarist exceptional.
Only trouble was from where we were sitting. Overall sound too loud, more than 100 dB drums overpowering instruments and singers. Lighting back stage lighting with smoke generator obscured the dancers when they were at the back,and with only one spotlight they highlight of the show being the dancing was often in the shadows. Shout out to the cast for making the best of it.
Only trouble was from where we were sitting. Overall sound too loud, more than 100 dB drums overpowering instruments and singers. Lighting back stage lighting with smoke generator obscured the dancers when they were at the back,and with only one spotlight they highlight of the show being the dancing was often in the shadows. Shout out to the cast for making the best of it.
Written 31 May 2019
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Debby
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May 2019 • Friends
Fabulous place for an affordable evening of entertainment. Well worth a visit. Pack a picnic or purchase food there or eat at one of the casinos restaurants.
Written 26 May 2019
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Thank you so much for the amazing feedback and review. We really hope to see you rocking with us again soon! :)
Written 27 May 2019
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Mahendra S
Durban, South Africa6 contributions
Mar 2019 • Couples
Well actually this review is for the barnyard theatre at suncoast casino. Had the pleasure of attending the show last night. well done to shakey russell and friends for putting on a great performance. Also great vibe from the audience. Good food and beverages available. Thanks ver memorable evening with Elvis and Friends.
Written 3 March 2019
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Thank you so much for the rocking review :) We hope to see you again soon!
Written 7 March 2019
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