Melbourne Newsletter No.210
Published: Tue, 01/11/11
The complete newsletter is read online at the link below:
http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/newsletter
Welcome to this week's events, exhibitions, sports and
community guide.
This week... there's plenty of colour on the festival front - a
whole rainbow's worth, in fact - with the Midsumma Festival
celebrating gay and lesbian culture with an enormous program of
events across Melbourne. Sexual persuasions aside, the name of the
festival's quite fitting with Summer not quite in full gear just
yet, but try telling that to Frankston, where you'll find the
Waterfront Festival taking place on the weekend.
For myself, being of the "ranga" persuasion, summer's not so much
about frolicking in the sun. Nor is it about the abundance of
sports events that rear their collective sun-block-nosed heads.
Summer for me, means bugs. For some reason they seem to adore me...
or more to the point, my ears. My partner says that it's because my
ears are cute, which is all very well coming from her. But it's a
show of admiration that I could do without when it comes to bugs.
Years ago, during a stint of house-sharing with my brother - before
we learned that co-habiting siblings and weekly poker games just
didn't mix - I ventured into the pantry for a box of Barbeque
Shapes when a small moth invaded my ear. I don't just mean it tried
to get into my ear, I mean that it fluttered against my eardrum
with a noise that made my head pound like a Monaro charging up
Chapel Street on a Saturday night.
Louder still was the wretched shriek I gave as my brother ran to
the kitchen to find me on an angle, snack box in hand, spinning
madly within a halo of delicious (yet now wasted) Shapes. We
debated what to do as I howled with panic when suddenly the moth
fluttered out from my ear in what my brother claimed was a
spectacle worthy of David Copperfield, leaving him in hysterics on
the floor.
He laughs about it to this day, while I shudder every time an
insect so much as comes near my red-haired noggin. So far, even
though summer's more or less been a token gesture, I've had 6 flies
and 3 moths do their damedest to enter the precious sanctum of my
"supposedly cute" noise holes - and yes, I do actually count these
things.
In all seriousness now, however, it would be truly remiss of me to
even mention matters of weather without raising condolences to all
those who've recently been affected by floods in Queensland.
Therefore, you'll find special mention in our Newsletter of several
ways in which you can offer assistance.
We live in a remarkable country, full of so many environmental
complexities, with snow, rainforests, deserts and beaches. But when
you truly think about it, we're a great many people who huddle on
the outskirts of this land. I recently learned that Australia has
one of the lowest population densities in the world, with an
average of three people per square kilometer, and it made me
realise that we're not as big as we'd think, but then we needn't be
so small.
The floods may not affect us in Victoria, but in times such as
these, there's no such thing as distance, as was shown when so many
from across Australia showed good will during the fires we had.
We sincerely ask that you show the same consideration and do what
you can to help.
Here are highlights from the latest newsletter.
+------------------- SPECIAL MENTION -----------------------+
* QUEENSLAND FLOOD RELIEF *
-:- Queensland Flood Relief Appeal
The Queensland Government has launched an appeal to help
Queenslanders affected by the recent floods, which have left many
communities devastated. You can help make a difference by donating
to the Premier's Flood Relief Appeal today.
--> http://www.qld.gov.au/floods/donate.html
-:- Salvation Army Donations
The Salvation Army has now launched a Flood Appeal to help direct
financial aid to flood-effected Queensland communities. Donate
online or call 13 SALVOS (13 72 58). You can also find the most
recent Media Releases or read the latest update on what we are
doing in the area.
--> http://salvos.org.au
-:- Flick Will Fix It
Flick Will Fix It, the generous brainchild of Flick, which has seen
her featured on Today Tonight, is currently promoting a charitable
auction on Facebook where goods and services can be bought, with
proceeds going towards the efforts to assist those affected by the
floods in Queensland.
--> http://www.facebook.com/flickwillfixit.com.au
+------------------- HIGHLIGHTS -----------------------+
* SPECIAL EVENTS *
-:- Midsumma Festival
Midsumma Festival celebrates Melbourne's premier Gay and Lesbian
culture at various venues with queer-centric and queer friendly
performances and entertainment including special performances,
cabaret, art exhibitions, community events and much more in its
extensive program.
When: January 16 to February 6
Midsumma Carnival: Sunday January 16
Pride March: Sunday February 6
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=5869
-:- Frankston Waterfront Festival
Frankston Waterfront Festival lets you experience the Frankston
Waterfront like never before with a weekend of spectacular sporting
competitions. There'll also be music, free entertainment,
activities, demonstrations and more along with carnival rides, food
and stunning fireworks.
When: Saturday & Sunday, January 15 & 16
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=10608
-:- Port Fairy Moyneyana Festival
Port Fairy Moyneyana Festival, Victoria's longest running festival,
is a community event that offers fun for the whole family with
daily entertainment that includes historic tours, concerts and film
screenings, camel rides, workshops and much more with many
attractions and special events free.
When: December 22 to January 27
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=13138
-:- Tooradin Tractor Pull & Truck Show
Tooradin Tractor Pull & Truck Show, an annual event since 1998, is
a fabulous family day that showcases a great range of colourful
trucks and rigs along while offering entertainment for children
with amusements, helicopter rides and more. It's held at Tooradin's
Rutter Reserve.
When: Saturday January 15 - 10am to 10pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=20135
* MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVALS *
-:- Herring Island Summer Arts Festival
Herring Island Summer Arts Festival offers special exhibitions
every weekend at the Herring Island Environmental Sculpture Park in
Toorak. Accessible by boat with a punt service, the arts festival
includes special artists demonstrations, talks, workshops,
activities and more.
When: January 15 to April 26 - Weekends
Australia Day Activities: January 23 & 26
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=16859
* UPCOMING EVENTS *
-:- Australia Day Guide
Australia Day is celebrated with a wide range of special events
held to honour the day with plenty of free events and activities
that you'll find in Melbourne and throughout the suburbs with many
local councils offering events such as BBQ days, Ceremonies and
more.
Australia Day: Wednesday January 26
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=15812
-:- Ladies Prefer Brunettes
Ladies Prefer Brunettes, held at Gasworks Arts Park located in
Albert Park, is a presentation by The Women's Circus that is
quirky, delicious and simply irresistible. The show cleverly
subverts, inverts and champions the feminine with poignant, savvy,
gorgeous and hilarious fun.
When: January 19 to 22
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=28640
-:- Raw for Africa
Raw for Africa, held at Mornington Racecourse, is a family
fundraising music festival in aid of the International Anti
Poaching Foundation. Featuring plenty of activities and interactive
education for the kids and music for the adults, all proceeds
raised will go towards assisting the IAPF.
When: Saturday January 29
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=28564
* SCHOOL HOLIDAY GUIDE *
Check out our School Holiday Guide for all the latest on what to do
with the kids during the Summer Holidays running from December 18
to February 6. The holiday guide offers some of the best things to
do over the holiday period for the young and young at heart, with
events, tours and holiday care programs... all in marvelous Melbourne!
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=26627
-:- MusicPlay
MusicPlay, held at Southbank's Melbourne Recital Centre, is an
exciting new festival for children and families that aims to
entertain and educate young music lovers with a variety of
activities and performances that include Carnival of the Animals,
narrated by Justine Clarke of Playschool.
When: Wednesday to Friday, January 19 to 21
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=28573
-:- Between 11 & 3 Hop Under A Tree
Between 11 & 3 Hop Under A Tree, a special program of activities
and events presented by Yarra Ranges Council, offers an exciting
summer season of movies, visual arts and musical workshops to
inspire children with new and creative experiences at Warburton's
Upper Yarra Arts Centre.
When: January 4 to 21 - Various Dates
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=28066
-:- Super Silly Story Time
Super Silly Story Time, held at Como House and Garden in South
Yarra, is a chance for kids to join Como's team of storytellers for
super strange and fabulously fascinating tales from inside the Como
mansion. Bring your favourite mug and they'll fill it with Como's
delicious old-fashioned lemonade.
When: Mondays January 10 to 24 - Bookings Essential
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=
* EXHIBITIONS *
-:- Port Jackson Press Australia Graduate Printmaking Award
Port Jackson Press Australia will exhibit entrants of their
Graduate Printmaking Award at Collingwood's James Makin Gallery.
Judged by Peter Lancaster, Jenny Port, and Karen Quinlan, Director
of Bendigo of Bendigo Art Gallery, works are by last year's
graduates of tertiary level printmaking.
When: January 11 to 29
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=20454
-:- Family Guy and Futurama
Family Guy and Futurama are the focus of the latest exhibition of
prints showing at Silver K Gallery in Armadale. The largest
exhibition of its type in Australia, it features over 140 pieces
displaying images from the shows, including unique artist
interpretations of Family Guy characters.
When: Until January 16
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=4791
-:- Joseph Kosuth
Joseph Kosuth will be exhibiting at Southbank's Australian Centre
for Contemporary Art with installations inspired by Samuel
Beckett's writings. Fabricated in blacked out warm white neon
against a matte black space, the installations will feature
alongside three other historic installations by Kosuth.
When: Until February 27 - Closed Mondays
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=26162
-:- The Crooked Staffe: Cricket in Print
The Crooked Staffe: Cricket in Print, presented by the Melbourne
Cricket Club library, offers a rare insight into the way cricket
has been portrayed in print over the last four centuries with novel
items that include the first printed rules of cricket, written on a
handkerchief from 1744.
When: Until February 4
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=28050
-:- The sound we make together (Melbourne)
The sound we make together (Melbourne) is a special exhibition held
at the Ian Potter Centre. With NGV works selected by participants
chosen by US based curator, Harrell Fletcher, the exhibition
combines the works with Fletcher's photos of those involved along
with taped performances.
When: Until January 30
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=16715
-:- Look! The Art of Australian Picture Books Today
Look! The Art of Australian Picture Books Today, held at the State
Library of Victoria, is a free exhibition that will delight people
of all ages. Celebrating the worlds and stories in picture books,
it features original artwork, sketches and drawings by more than 40
Australian illustrators.
When: Until May 29
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=28020
-:- Summer Salon Show
Summer Salon Show, held at Armadale's Firestation Print Studio,
showcasing the work of the art studio's members. Fostering
creativity and innovation through printmaking, the Summer Salon
exhibition features a diverse range of prints on display with works
available to purchase.
When: December 8 to January 14
Open Day & Launch: Saturday December 11
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=27198
-:- Piers Bateman
Piers Bateman will be exhibiting work at Montsalvat Artist's
Retreat in Eltham with works including earlier and recent pieces.
An Australian born artist, Piers Bateman has devoted his life to
painting and is represented in major public, private and corporate
collections across the world.
When: Until January 30
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=10626
-:- Siemens RMIT Fine Art Scholarship Awards
Siemens RMIT Fine Art Scholarship Awards will be exhibiting works
by this year's entrants at Swanston Street's RMIT Gallery.
Celebrating its 10th year, the exhibition will feature works by 46
short listed artists with ceramics, drawing, fine art, photography,
jewellery and other media.
When: November 26 to January 8
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=22174
-:- Mulana: Spirit
Mulana: Spirit, presented as part of the Bunjilaka Community
Exhibition Program at Melbourne Museum, is a series of artworks by
Victorian Koorie artist Megan Cadd who uses installations,
sculpture, paintings and prints to explore key events and
discoveries in her life over the last few years.
When: November 19 to April 10
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=27506
-:- Dreams Come True
Dreams Come True, held at ACMI in Federation Square, showcases over
70 years of Disney animation with an exhibition that features over
600 original artworks, maquettes and animation cells from films
such as Cinderella and the upcoming film Tangled, based on Rapunzel.
When: November 18 to April 26
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=26151
-:- Crime Scene
Crime Scene, showing at the Victorian Archives Centre in North
Melbourne, is a special exhibition presented by Victoria Police
Historical Services. A collection of photographs taken at Victorian
crime scenes during the 1920s to 1950s, it features criminal
prosecution documents of Squizzy Taylor.
When: Until January 30 - Weekdays
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=20740
-:- The Amazing Bodies Exhibition
The Amazing Bodies Exhibition, held at Waterfront City in
Docklands, is a chance to explore nature in a unique way with
amazing displays of natural anatomical wonders. Using real body
specimens, perfectly preserved, the exhibition shows muscular and
bone structure in a captivating display.
When: Until January 31
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=7144
-:- Ashes to Ashes: Cricket's Cracking Rivalry
Ashes to Ashes: Cricket's Cracking Rivalry, a new exhibition held
at the National Sports Museum at the Melbourne Cricket Ground,
traces the history of cricket's greatest rivalry, The Ashes.
Highlights include the bat used by Don Bradman to score a century
on the MCG in 1929.
When: November 12 to March 20
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=
-:- ROCK CHICKS
ROCK CHICKS, presented at Melbourne's Arts Centre, is an exhibition
that celebrates women in Australian music with many of the items on
loan from the artists themselves. The exhibition covers a wide
range of genres, showcasing the likes of Chrissy Amphlett , Deborah
Conway and others.
When: November 6 to February 27
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=27420
-:- Mirror
Mirror, held at Melbourne Museum, is an exhibition of selected
works by renowned children's author and artist Jeannie Baker.
Exploring the connections of two boys from two very different
countries, her collages use rich textures and brilliant colours to
create three-dimensional scenes.
When: November 5 to February 13
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=27437
-:- Phar Lap
Phar Lap is the focus of a special exhibition held at the Melbourne
Museum. Marking the 150th running of the Melbourne Cup and the 80th
anniversary of Phar Lap's historic win, his impressive skeleton
will be on display, on loan from Wellington's Te Papa Tongarewa
Museum.
When: Until January 30, 2011
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=2065
* EXPOS, LAUNCHES & OPEN DAYS *
-:- The Ultimate Bridal Event
The Ultimate Bridal Event, presented by the Australian Bridal
Service, showcases all areas of the bridal industry with displays
from over 200 of Australia's leading wedding specialists. Held at
the Melbourne Exhibition Building in Carlton, it includes regular
fashion parades held daily.
When: Saturday & Sunday, January 15 & 16
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=22047
-:- Black Rock House Open Days
Black Rock House Open Days are held each week to allow the public a
chance to explore a seaside residence which was built in 1856. With
guided tours run by volunteers in period costume, Black Rock House
is also home to a rare tramcar, possibly from the Sandringham
tramway, circa 1880s.
When: Sundays - 2pm to 4pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=17611
-:- Restoration of the B-24 Liberator Bomber
Restoration of the B-24 Liberator Bomber, Australia's last B-24
Liberator long range heavy bomber and one of only eight remaining
in the world, is available for public viewing with people invited
to watch the restoration taking place in a World War II hangars on
the old Werribee airfield.
When: Tuesdays, Thursdays & Sundays
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=27128
* ANIMAL SHOWS *
-:- Dogs Victoria
Dogs Victoria present Championship and Breed Shows, offering a
great way to look at various dog breeds up close and speak to
breeders and fanciers about the pros and con of owning a particular
breed of dog. Most events include special agility competitions and
entertaining parades.
When: Friday to Sunday, January 14 to 16
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=14588
* PERFORMANCE *
-:- Mr Braithwaite has a new Boy
Mr Braithwaite has a new Boy, performed at the Mechanics Institute
Performing Arts Centre in Brunswick, is the latest production by
Out Cast Theatre. With the sharp wit that writer, Steven Dawson is
becoming renowned for, it follows the greedy scheming of those
after an inheritance.
When: January 12 to February 12
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=28126
-:- Welcome to Fred World
Welcome to Fred World, held at the Butterfly Club in South
Melbourne, is a performance that examines the billion dollar
popular culture that has become engrained in day-to-day life as
Fred Rowan - impersonator, singer and actor - invites the audience
to join him in making sense of it all.
When: Thursday to Sunday, January 13 to 16
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=8214
-:- The Idea Of America
The Idea Of America, performed at Prahran's Chapel Off Chapel as
part of Midsumma Playreadings, tells the story of Jude, a failed
actress battling dementia, whose children join her as lies are
exposed and old wounds reopened amidst the fantastical world of a
stage diva gone mad.
When: Saturday January 15 - 2pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=27109
-:- The Wharf Revue
The Wharf Revue, presented by Melbourne Theatre Company in
Southbank, brings the annual Sydney institution to Melbourne with
satirical tales that rake the coals of 2010, offering humorous
stories that include that of Little Red Julia battling her way
through the woods to grandma's Lodge.
When: January 5 to 29
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=14597
-:- Don Parties On
Don Parties On, held at the Playhouse of the Arts Centre, revisits
the election night of August 21st last year as David Williamson
celebrates four decades since unleashing his classic play, Don's
Party. The impressive cast includes Frankie J Holden, Tracy Mann
and Garry McDonald.
When: January 8 to February 12
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=14597
-:- The Comedy of Errors
The Comedy of Errors, performed at Melbourne's Royal Botanic
Gardens, sees the Australian Shakespeare Company lift Shakespeare's
hilarious text to new heights with the classic tale of two sets of
identical twins, separated at birth, offering plenty of farce when
they end up in the same town.
When: January to March
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=28026
-:- Le Grand Cirque
Le Grand Cirque, appearing at Melbourne's Regent Theatre, is an
extraordinary and thrilling performance of group acrobatics and
white-knuckle stunts with an international company of over 40
exceptional performers hand-picked from Brazil, Canada, Russia,
Mongolia, Europe and China.
When: December 30 to January 23
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=27310
-:- Hairspray
Hairspray, the ultimate feel good musical based on the cult movie
by John Waters will hit the stage in Melbourne at the Princess
Theatre. Set in the USA town of 1960s Baltimore, the production
follows the life of Tracy Turnblad, a big girl with big hair and an
even bigger passion to dance.
When: Until January 30
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=23249
-:- Mary Poppins The Musical
Mary Poppins The Musical, playing at Melbourne's Her Majesty's
Theatre brings the classic books and beloved Disney film to the
stage with a spectacular production that includes all of the best
loved songs from the film including Chim Chim Cheer-ee and
Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious.
When: Until February 13
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=24316
* CLASSICAL, CHORAL & RECITALS *
-:- Stanley Yates
Stanley Yates, the British-born classical guitarist whose
performances have earned international praise, will be holding a
performance for one night only at Montsalvat Artist's Retreat in
Eltham. The summer evening recital includes 19th century music by
Diabelli, Mertz and others.
When: Wednesday January 12 - 8pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=18585
* BURLESQUE, CABARET & DANCE *
-:- Birdmannia
Birdmannia, featuring The Birdmann, the only artist to receive a
standing ovation at the New York Burlesque Festival, marks a return
to the old days of vaudeville comedy with performances that offer a
unique and obscure slant. It's held at South Melbourne's Butterfly
Club.
When: Thursday to Saturday, January 13 to 15
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=8214
-:- The Spectacular Cabaret Showboat
The Spectacular Cabaret Showboat, a performance held upon the
Melbourne Showboat, MV Lady Cutler, offers a great night of
entertainment with the extravagant cabaret show including glamorous
and gorgeous showgirls, an International Singer, a magician and
fantastic food.
When: Friday January 14
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=16436
* ENTERTAINMENT *
-:- Kimbra and Alpine
Kimbra and Alpine will be performing on the main stage of
Federation Square as part of Fed Square Live, a series of free
performances. With her powerful and alluring vocals, Kimbra's
whimsical soul pop invokes both past and modern soul luminaries
including Nina Simone and Jamie Lidell.
When: Thursday January 13 - 6pm to 7:30pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=27203
-:- Wet Wings
Wet Wings, a New Zealand duo who've received critical acclaim with
their limited-edition cassette, Skin to Soil on US label, Infinity
Tapes, will perform at Fitzroy's Bar Open with Otouto and The
Ancients. With shows full of vocal looping, Wet Wings form a choral
backdrop of folk storytelling.
When: Thursday January 13 - 9pm - FREE
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=28117
-:- FourPlay
FourPlay, presented each week at the Moroccan-inspired Pause Bar in
Balaclava, offers a night where you can enjoy the music of four
different local bands, with up-and-coming independent artists given
the chance to perform their music, playing a set each of their
original material.
When: Every Thursday
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=26456
-:- Owen Pallett
Owen Pallett, the Canadian composer of orchestral pop, will be
appearing at Thornbury Theatre as part of his Australian Tour.
Showcasing tracks from his highly acclaimed orchestral pop
masterpiece Heartland, Owen Pallett will be joined by Thomas Gill
in an intensely compelling live show.
When: Saturday January 15
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=21055
-:- Melbourne Zoo Twilights
Melbourne Zoo Twilights is a chance to enjoy music performed live
at Melbourne Zoo with a fantastic program that boasts a great range
of performers. Held on the zoo's concert lawn areas, each concert
evening also includes special displays of selected species open
until 7.30pm.
When: Saturdays & Sundays - January 15 to March 13
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=17086
-:- Jazz in the Gardens
Jazz in the Gardens, presented by the City of Stonnington, offers a
series of free performances held in some of Stonnington's beautiful
gardens where some of Melbourne's finest players and guest
performers will be led by Bob Sedergreen, one of Australia's
greatest jazz pianists.
Princes Gardens, Malvern: Sunday January 16, 6pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=16965
* CINEMA *
-:- Rooftop Cinema
Rooftop Cinema flickers into action with film screenings of
everything from cult favourites to new releases and documentaries,
literally offering the height of entertainment with screenings held
on the rooftop of Swanston Street's Curtin House along with the
rooftop bar.
When: Until March - Tuesdays to Sundays
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=12922
-:- St Kilda Openair Cinema
St Kilda Openair Cinema offers an eclectic mix of live music and
entertainment provided by local and national artists. Held on the
rooftop of St Kilda Sea Baths, the cinema features a diverse
program that includes retro classics, family films, documentaries
and shorts from selected film festivals.
When: Until February 26
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=17371
-:- Moonlight Cinema
Moonlight Cinema, held at the Royal Botanic Gardens, is Melbourne's
picturesque open-air cinema with a program including latest
releases, contemporary films and cult classic. A great way to spend
a night out with friends and family, you can bring your own picnic
or buy food there.
When: Until March 20
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=10359
* COMEDY & SPOKEN WORD *
-:- Willow Tales
Willow Tales, held at Northcote's Willow Bar, offers a night of
pure storytelling with performers taking to the stage to share
stories, tales and fables from some of Melbourne's top comedians,
writers and yarn spinners with performances that offer far more
than the usual stand-up shtick.
When: Thursday January 13
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=19230
-:- Billy Connolly
Billy Connolly, one of the world's best-loved comedians with live
shows that have been enthralling audiences for over 30 years, will
be appearing in Melbourne with performances held at the Arts
Centre. After six years since last appearing in Melbourne, his
return kicks off his latest tour, The Man.
When: January 17 to 19 & 21, 22, & 24
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=27168
* MELBOURNE FOR KIDS *
-:- The Balinese Princess and the Funky Monkey
The Balinese Princess and the Funky Monkey, held at the Melbourne
City Conference Centre, is a delightful children's musical for the
whole family to enjoy. The musical tale about Princess Ayu and
Kren, the cheekiest monkey on the island they live on, is a magical
theatre experience.
When: January 11 to 15 - 3 Shows Daily
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=27719
-:- We Built This City
We Built This City, the renowned smash hit by Polyglot, will be
celebrating its 10th Anniversary with a limited homecoming season
at The Arts Centre where children can take part in a public
construction extravaganza and help create a city using thousands of
big cardboard boxes.
When: January 12 to 16 - 10.30am & 2pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=23169
-:- What Was That Noise?
What Was That Noise? is a performance show by Charlie Williams, The
Noiseguy, a vocal sound impressionist and kids' comedian from
America. Touring Victoria, his noisy show full of creepy stories,
spooky sounds and laugh out loud noises will be held at various
Libraries during holidays.
When: January 13 to 28 - Various Dates & Venues
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=28603
-:- The Mighty Beanz Van Tour
The Mighty Beanz Van Tour brings family entertainment and heaps of
giveaways to various venues throughout Melbourne. With free live
action game play taking place across Melbourne, the tour will
include mini tournaments and other fun games with the chance to win
exclusive Beanz.
When: January 13 to 30 - Various Dates & Venues
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=28667
-:- The Very Bad Book Show
The Very Bad Book Show, presented by RMIT Union Arts, brings to
life Andy Griffith's much anticipated sequel to The Bad Book. With
a very bad mummy and daddy, very rude animals and the killer koalas
from outer space, the comical show is held at Swanston Street's
RMIT Kaleide Theatre.
When: January 4 to 21 - Mondays to Fridays
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=27404
-:- Polly Woodside
Polly Woodside, the main exhibit of Melbourne's Maritime Museum,
re-opens to the public to bring back the nautical charm that has
long captivated children. Celebrating the re-opening of the
historic ship, during school holidays there'll be special
performances, theme days and more.
When: January 3 to 28 - Various Dates
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=2097
-:- Silvers Grand Magic Circus
Silvers Grand Magic Circus will be holding performances in
Mornington. Established in 1976, Silvers Grand Magic Circus offers
a great show for people of all ages with performers including
everything from jugglers and clowns to acrobats, international
performers and more.
When: Until January 16 - Mornington
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=19326
* MARKETS, FETES & FAIRS *
-:- Chinatown Market Day
Chinatown Market Day, held once a month, transforms Melbourne's
Heffernan Lane into an enchanting strip where you'll find
hawker-style stalls offering delicious fare that includes noodles,
dumplings and more along with souvenir stalls set amidst the
ambience of Mirabella Lighting.
When: Saturday January 15 - Midday to 10pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=28109
-:- Secondhand Book & Vinyl Records Fair
Secondhand Book & Vinyl Records Fair, presented by St Mark's
Anglican Church in Balnarring, is a chance to grab a wide range of
items at great prices with stall holders offering books and records
covering many genres, making it the perfect market for collectors
and enthusiasts.
When: January 15, 18, 19, 21 & 22
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=22468
* SPORT *
-:- Ashes Series - Australia vs England
Twenty20 International: Friday January 14 - MCG
One-Day Internationals: Sunday January 16 - MCG
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=13241
-:- AAMI Classic
AAMI Classic, the tennis season's most anticipated prelude to the
Australian Open, returns to Victoria's famous Kooyong stadium. With
last year seeing Roger Federer claim title as the current AAMI
Classic champion, the 'round robin' based event features some of
the world's best tennis players.
When: Wednesday to Saturday, January 12 to 15
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=5915
-:- The Australian Open
The Australian Open, held at Melbourne Park, plays host to the
hottest event on the Tennis calendar. Running across two weeks, the
Australian Open will see the world's finest tennis pros hitting the
courts with matches held at Rod Laver Arena, Hisense Arena and the
Margaret Court Arena.
When: January 17 to 30
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=5907
-:- Golf Australia, the national sporting organisation overseeing
golf in Australia, presents many events through the year, ranging
from grassroots to elite levels.
Australian Master of the Amateurs - January 11 to 14 - Royal
Melbourne
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=12514
-:- Nox Bailey Under 19 Men's Softball Championship
Nox Bailey Under 19 Men's Softball Championship, hosted by Softball
Victoria, will be held at Melbourne Ballpark in Altona Meadows
where the best young players from around Australia, including
members of the successful Aussie Colts team, will represent their
respective states.
When: January 16 to 22
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=28555
-:- Country Racing Victoria
Country Racing Victoria represents racing clubs in outer
metropolitan areas like Werribee and Mornington along with small
clubs in rural areas such as Edenhope and Towong.
Race Dates: January 11, 13, 14, 15, 16, & 17
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=15587
-:- Off-Street Drag Racing at Calder Park
Off-Street Drag Racing at Calder Park offers a safe way for
competitive drivers to show their skills on the quater mile with
Street Cars and Comp Cars allowed on the track.
Friday January 14 - Gates Open 3pm - Registration Required
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=24366
-:- Try Bowls Day
Try Bowls Day, held at Burwood Bowls Club, is a free day of fun
with the club inviting people to learn the sport of Lawn Bowls.
With all bowling equipment provided, the day offers free tuition
along with a sausage sizzle, tea and coffee and cheap drinks with
families welcome to attend.
When: Sunday January 16 - 1pm to 4pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=28577
-:- XOSIZE Tri Series
XOSIZE Tri Series is one of Victoria's premier triathlon series
with five exciting sporting events for all ages and abilities held
in stunning bay side locations.
Race 3 - Held in Elwood
Sunday January 16
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=27223
* WELCOME *
-:- Mamalogue - Classifieds for Maternity Wear & more
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=28678
-:- Tours on Trike - Motorcycle adventures around Melbourne
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=28670
-:- Arbonne Skincare - Swiss Botanical Skincare
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=28657
-:- Ramsay Builders - Creating quality homes
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=28637
-:- Advertise your Business for FREE!!
Advertising your business with OnlyMelbourne is easy to do by
following a few simple steps, and best of all, it's FREE! By
advertising your business you can easily reach thousands of people
on Melbourne's most comprehensive guide.
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/add_url_listing.php?id=
* YOU CAN HELP *
There are many social causes that are relevant to people from all
walks of life, many of which rely on public support to better the
community or assist those who are less fortunate or to benefit
others. This week we ask you to consider the following...
-:- No Tan Jan
No Tan Jan, an initiative of The Warwick Foundation, Australia's
first and only organisation focused on supporting 18 to 40 year
olds with cancer, is all about ditching the solarium and sunbaking
to embrace a fake tan in January, while also raising funds for all
young adults with cancer.
When: During January
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=28154
* RECURRING FEATURES *
-:- Featured Restaurant & Special Offer
-:- Exhibitions & Festivals
-:- Arts & Theatre Guide
-:- Sports Events
-:- Markets, Fetes & Fairs
-:- Entertainment & Nightlife
-:- Community Events
* TWITTER * - http://twitter.com/OnlyMelbourne
Follow and watch events as they happen!
* LIVE CALENDAR *
Find Events & Markets for any day of the week
+----------------------------------------------------+
READ THE COMPLETE NEWSLETTER ONLINE NOW
http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/newsletter
+----------------------------------------------------+
ADD YOUR EVENT - IT'S FREE!!
Do you have an event you'd like included on our website and
newsletter?
To submit your event go to:
http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/add_url.php
What's it cost? Nothing! Not a cent! Hard to believe, but it's
FREE!!
+----------------------------------------------------+
OUT EVERY TUESDAY!
Guide to What's On in Melbourne for the coming week.
Enjoy marvellous Melbourne @ OnlyMelbourne!
Brett Cole
Newsletter Team
www.onlymelbourne.com.au
+----------------------------------------------------+