DAMSEL IN DISTRESS - Kiruna-Lind Devar - (Roxie Hart in Chicago, Sophie in Mamma Mia!)
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RHUMBELOW THEATRE
42 Cunningham Rd off Bartle Road, Durban
Presents
DAMSEL IN DISTRESS
Kiruna-Lind Devar - (Roxie Hart in Chicago, Sophie in Mamma Mia!)
Directed by Multi-award winning cabaret artist Daniel Anderson
FRIDAY 11 SEPT 2026 Show starts 19.30 – DBN
SATURDAY 12 SEPT 2026 Show starts 19.30 – DBN
SUNDAY 13 SEPT 2026 Show starts 14.00 – DBN
(Venue opens 90 minutes before show for snacks/drinks)
A new production of Wela Kapela’s acclaimed Damsel in Distress tells the story of Griselda, aptly named after the original damsel in distress from Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales, She’s a librarian and she has not left the building in a very, very long time. Trapped by that dragon called fear, she has long since traded life for the safer world of fiction. When reality comes knocking, Griselda’s answer is simple: “No thank you. I’d rather just read my book.”
An avid armchair-traveller, Griselda travels through the world of books - to Paris, New York, Germany and beyond. That is until the handsome Edward Pamment begins frequenting the library. With his undeniable charm and distinctly
Mr Darcy-esque manner, Edward awakens a curiosity about the world beyond Griselda’s carefully constructed castle… and the childhood dreams she has kept locked away.
Through popular songs like I Love Paris, Mein Herr, At Seventeen, Windmills of Your Mind, Bang-Bang and You Don’t Own Me, the music sweeps audiences from Griselda’s imaginary world of travel to the deep corners of a dark and haunted past. Exploring the reality of femicide and gender-based violence, Damsel in Distress promises an exciting journey of hope, heart, courage and survival.
Starring acclaimed actress Kiruna-Lind Devar (Roxie Hart in Chicago, Sophie in Mamma Mia!) in her first solo cabaret, the show also includes distinguished pianist Samatha Riedel as both pianist and musical director.
Multi-award winning cabaret artist Daniel Anderson steps into the director’s chair for the first time.
The story is written by celebrated and award-winning writer Amanda Bothma.
Damsel in Distress makes its debut at Rhumbelow Theatre, Durban, from 11–13 September 2026.
R 220-00 a ticket
Pensioners R 200-00
Under 13 -R 180-00
Bring food picnic baskets
or buy at the venue
Limited secure parking available
Booking is essential.
Bar Available
(no alcohol may be brought on to the premises)
Cell 0824998636
BOOKINGS ON EMAIL PLEASE : [email protected] or WEBTICKETS http://events.durbantheatre.com/
For showbiz news, reviews and interviews don't miss Billy Suter's Website at https://sosuterbill.com/
42 Cunningham Rd off Bartle Road, Durban
Presents
DAMSEL IN DISTRESS
Kiruna-Lind Devar - (Roxie Hart in Chicago, Sophie in Mamma Mia!)
Directed by Multi-award winning cabaret artist Daniel Anderson
FRIDAY 11 SEPT 2026 Show starts 19.30 – DBN
SATURDAY 12 SEPT 2026 Show starts 19.30 – DBN
SUNDAY 13 SEPT 2026 Show starts 14.00 – DBN
(Venue opens 90 minutes before show for snacks/drinks)
A new production of Wela Kapela’s acclaimed Damsel in Distress tells the story of Griselda, aptly named after the original damsel in distress from Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales, She’s a librarian and she has not left the building in a very, very long time. Trapped by that dragon called fear, she has long since traded life for the safer world of fiction. When reality comes knocking, Griselda’s answer is simple: “No thank you. I’d rather just read my book.”
An avid armchair-traveller, Griselda travels through the world of books - to Paris, New York, Germany and beyond. That is until the handsome Edward Pamment begins frequenting the library. With his undeniable charm and distinctly
Mr Darcy-esque manner, Edward awakens a curiosity about the world beyond Griselda’s carefully constructed castle… and the childhood dreams she has kept locked away.
Through popular songs like I Love Paris, Mein Herr, At Seventeen, Windmills of Your Mind, Bang-Bang and You Don’t Own Me, the music sweeps audiences from Griselda’s imaginary world of travel to the deep corners of a dark and haunted past. Exploring the reality of femicide and gender-based violence, Damsel in Distress promises an exciting journey of hope, heart, courage and survival.
Starring acclaimed actress Kiruna-Lind Devar (Roxie Hart in Chicago, Sophie in Mamma Mia!) in her first solo cabaret, the show also includes distinguished pianist Samatha Riedel as both pianist and musical director.
Multi-award winning cabaret artist Daniel Anderson steps into the director’s chair for the first time.
The story is written by celebrated and award-winning writer Amanda Bothma.
Damsel in Distress makes its debut at Rhumbelow Theatre, Durban, from 11–13 September 2026.
R 220-00 a ticket
Pensioners R 200-00
Under 13 -R 180-00
Bring food picnic baskets
or buy at the venue
Limited secure parking available
Booking is essential.
Bar Available
(no alcohol may be brought on to the premises)
Cell 0824998636
BOOKINGS ON EMAIL PLEASE : [email protected] or WEBTICKETS http://events.durbantheatre.com/
For showbiz news, reviews and interviews don't miss Billy Suter's Website at https://sosuterbill.com/
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