Tree63 Live at Hilton College Theatre

Hilton College Theatre will host iconic South African band Tree63 on Friday, 27 February at 19h00. The performance promises to be powerful and nostalgic, featuring classic hits alongside newer material, delivered in an intimate, world-class venue. “This show is about reconnecting with audiences and celebrating songs that have carried meaning for so many people over the years,” says founder and frontman, John Ellis. “The Hilton College Theatre is a beautiful setting for that rekindling.” Tickets are priced at R200 and are available via Webtickets.
Formed in Durban in 1997, Tree63 is one of South Africa’s most successful and enduring musical exports. Led since its inception by singer-songwriter and guitarist Ellis, the band quickly rose to prominence with a run of radio and chart hits including Treasure, Stumbling Stone and A Million Lights. Early success attracted the attention of US-based InPop Records, launching Tree63 onto the global stage. Tree63 released their first new single in a decade, How Much Longer?, in November 2025, with a brand-new studio album scheduled for release over Easter 2026.
Opening the evening will be special guest and legendary KZN Midlands musician, Skippy Kubheka, adding further depth and community flavour to the evening. The show, locally produced by Charles Webster, forms part of Tree63’s renewed live journey and celebrates nearly three decades of music that has resonated with audiences both locally and internationally.
In 2025, with the blessing of original members Darryl Swart and Daniel Ornellas (now living abroad), John Ellis brought Tree63 back to the live arena with a new lineup and renewed creative focus. The result is a band that honours its past while performing with fresh energy, clarity and purpose.
Media Contact:
Charles Webster, 082 331 7271, [email protected]