Mark Banks in
Laughter is on the Menu
The Nutcracker Theatre, Macnut Farm, Assagay:
27, 28 Feb, 1 March 2026
Bank on Fun: South African comedy legend Mark Banks is back in Durbs – and this time he is going for broke in his new one-man show Laughter is on the Menu which is the first production to open a fabulous brand new performance space, the Nutcracker Theatre at Macnut Farm in Assagay for a one weekend run from 27 February until 1 March.
Banks is a South African comedy staple and has always been a favourite with KZN audiences. In his latest comedy serving Banks looks at many current issues affecting our everyday lives. . . crime, corruption, woke society, political correctness, cost of living, cost of dying, international acceptance of almond milk, shed loading and renaming of towns.
These are just a fraction of a multitude of Banks’s topics that he will effortlessly spin into his unique comedy hilarious Whirlpool. The show is presented in traditional 17th century Shongweni horse trial Lippizaner configuration and owing to the strict Valley of a 1000 Hills cabaret municipal by-laws ice skating on stage is strictly forbidden.
The newly created intimate 60-seater theatre is a blend of sparkling chandeliers, lush velvet curtains, fairy lights and a cosy vintage retro ambiance. The Nutcracker Theatre aims to recreate the nostalgia of the heyday of supper-theatre, with a fabulous meal complementing the show. Macnut Farm is known for its imaginative, top-quality cuisine served in a magnificent picture-perfect setting of rolling lawns, ancient trees and country charm. It also boasts a fully stocked bar.
The Nutcracker Theatre combines the hospitality and culinary talents of Macnut’s Paul and Hannah Paine, management experience of Gary McKenzie with technical support from Brandon Bunyan.
Macnut Farm is a proud member of 1000 Hills Tourism. To book, contact Hannah: 074 603 0000.
Good to Know:
Friday, 27 Feb: Arrive 18:00 | Show 19:30
Saturday, 28 Feb: Arrive 17:00 | Show 18:30
Sunday, 1 March: Arrive 12:30 | Show 14:00
The show carries an age restriction of no under 16s.
Price: R495 per person (Includes Supper & Show)
Refreshments: Full bar available on-site
Venue: Macnut Farm, 13 Lello Rd, Assagay (down the road from Heidi’s Fram Stall)
Tickets are strictly limited to 60 pax per performance. Contact Hannah: 074 603 0000.
Laughter Is On The Menu
