artsmart : arts news from kwazulu-natal : miscellaneous news

	NB: as of 23 September 2008, all new artSMart articles are being published on the site news.artsmart.co.za. SPIRIT & SPICE (article first published : 2002-10-25) The Durban Institute of Technology (former M L Sultan Technikon and Technikon Natal) had their first joint Fashion Show on October 9, 10 and 11 at the Fred Crookes Sports Centre, Steve Biko Campus, Mansfield Road. 63 Learners participated and the ramp was shared each night by learners from both the former Technikons. The winner in four categories from both former Technikons were announced on October 11, when 26 of the best ranges from the earlier nights were shown, as well as the finalists and winner of the MGSA (Menswear Group of SA) competition, (who were showcased as the Opening Scene) as follows: Best Casualwear Range - Zanele Mkhize (MLS) and Sara-May Cronwright (Tech). Most Innovative Range - Ntombizethu Soyikwa (MLS) and Lungelo Zondo (Tech). Best Range on Show - Dudu Shongwe (MLS) and Thandeka Nxumalo (Tech). Best Technical Range - Rebecca Reddy (MLS) and Andrea Killian (Tech). Frances Andrew was the winner in the Menswear Group of SA with finalists being Tracey Mkhize, Heather Bowle, Jennifer Curren and Kirsten Kirby, all from the former Technikon Natal.