Theatre on the Lake is set to present a Dire Straits Tribute Show on Sunday, 10 February at 19:00.

For the past three years, multi-talented musician and master guitarist Mel Botes, has tantalized audiences all over the country with his critically acclaimed musical performance, Crazy Diamond - A Tribute to Pink Floyd. Audiences and critics agreed that he mastered the complexity and density of the Floyd in a way that none of the other tribute shows have achieved. He then followed this with David’s Confession - About Time, Chapter II an original composition of his own, featuring various other acclaimed musicians with him.

Now, by popular demand, he is presenting the next chapter in this series of stage productions with the long awaited Sultans of Swing - A Tribute to Dire Straits. Featuring the same pin point accuracy in his playing, the same acclaimed band and the same delightful Botes touch, this show promises everything audiences have come to expect from the virtuoso. Like in the case of his previous shows, this show features an overview of the complete anthology of the band and its enigmatic front man, Mark Knopfler. The title is derived from their definitive song with the same name, which has become a standard in serious guitar playing repertoire.

The well-known Dire Straits songs include Money for Nothing; Walk of Life; Calling Elvis; Telegraph Road; Private Investigations; Romeo and Juliet and Brothers in Arms to name but a few. This list of box office hits is augmented by a selection of other stunning Dire Straits songs that include the popular The Man’s too Strong. Add to this some of Knopfler’s best solo tunes including Darling Pretty and Sands of Nevada.

The show follows the careers of Knopfler and the band and portrays it in an original and entertaining way to the backdrop of visual material and the spectacular use of lights on stage.

The now familiar band consists of the same accomplished group of musicians that played in Crazy Diamond: A tribute to Pink Floyd.

Gates will open at 17:00 while the show starts at 19:00. Pack a picnic basket or order one from the estate and enjoy an evening under the stars. One is not allowed to bring their own alcohol but Rhebokskloof wines will be on sale. Tickets cost R130 per person while children get in half price. To book, visit Computicket.

For more information, visit www.rhebokskloof.co.za.