Melbourne Newsletter No.227
Published: Tue, 05/10/11
The complete newsletter is read online at the link below:
http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/newsletter
Welcome to this week's Melbourne events, exhibitions, sports and
community guide.
This week... Melbourne dips its spoon into the multicultural
melting pot for a distinctively Asian flavour. There's the Buddha's
Day and Multicultural Festival held at Federation Square offering a
weekend of celebrations and activities, while in Box Hill there's
the Japan Festival featuring an impressive range of stalls and
entertainment.
Concerning itself with more far-reaching matters across the globe,
which are much ado at the moment, the Human Rights Arts and Film
Festival returns with a program of events. Tie that in with the
ongoing Fair Trade Fortnight and there's a good chance to make good
on some Karmic points, should you happen to be on your way to court
and it's nothing to do with Law Week.
Here are highlights from the latest newsletter.
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* SPECIAL EVENTS *
-:- Buddha's Day and Multicultural Festival
Buddha's Day and Multicultural Festival, held at Federation Square,
celebrates the birth of the Buddha with a weekend of traditional
Buddhist ceremonies, vegetarian delights with stalls alongside the
Yarra on the River Terrace, musical performances, cultural
demonstrations and art and craft activities for children.
When: Saturday & Sunday, May 14 & 15
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-:- Japan Festival
Japan Festival, presented by Japan Club of Victoria and held at Box
Hill Town Hall and TAFE, features an extensive food court offering
many Japanese foods. Showcasing the unique traditions of Japan, the
festival includes theatre, karate displays, traditional drumming
and many toys, crafts and more offered at over 100 stalls.
When: Sunday May 15
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-:- Fair Trade Fortnight
Fair Trade Fortnight highlights the plight of disadvantaged workers
overseas with a range of events that showcase ethically produced
goods including chocolate, coffee and clothing. With exhibitions,
shopping tours and more, a highlight of the program is the Fair
Trade Festival held at Queen Victoria Market.
When: May 7 to 22
Fair Trade Festival: Sunday May 22 - 10am to 4pm
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-:- Shakespeare on the River Festival
Shakespeare on the River Festival celebrates William Shakespeare's
birthday with an extensive program of events in Stratford. With
theatre, musical performances, story telling, workshops and more,
highlights of the festival include a special banquet and the Faire
Day and Market held at Stratford's Village Green.
When: May 6 to 15
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-:- Bright Autumn Festival
Bright Autumn Festival celebrates two weeks of Autumn's vibrant
colours and produce in the valleys of the Victorian High Country
with special events held in the township of Bright. Highlights of
the festival include Open Gardens, farm and winery tours, evening
entertainment and a Gala Day with bands, stalls and more.
When: April 30 to May 11
Festival Gala Day: Saturday May 7
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* FILM FESTIVALS *
-:- Human Rights Arts and Film Festival
Human Rights Arts and Film Festival features a program of
internationally acclaimed films, chosen from more than 700
submissions. Held to spread public awareness of Human Rights issues
across the globe, the festival also includes musical performances,
art exhibitions, public forums and much more.
When: May 12 to 22
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* MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVALS *
-:- South Eastern Arts Festival
South Eastern Arts Festival, held at the main venue of St
Margaret's School in Berwick, is an annual festival-eisteddfod of
music performances with sections including piano, vocal, choral,
world music and more. The festival also features an exhibition of
drawing, painting, photography, sculpture, installation and other
media.
When: Until May 22
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-:- Creative Gippsland
Creative Gippsland is a month-long celebration held throughout May
that showcases hundreds of events in Gippsland and its neighbouring
shires. Highlighting the diverse talent within the area, the
program features events that cater to many tastes with exhibitions,
workshops, performances and tours.
When: May 1 to 31
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-:- St Kilda Busking Festival
St Kilda Busking Festival offers a fantastic look at the colourful
entertainment that's on offer from Melbourne's best hidden artists.
With fun performances held on Sundays between 1pm and 4 pm, the
free entertainment offers colourful, bizarre and hilarious
entertainment for the whole family.
When: Sundays, May 15 to 29 - St Kilda Village
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* PUBLIC AWARENESS EVENTS *
-:- Education Week
Education Week held to highlight the services of Victoria's
kindergartens and government schools, features a wide range of
events including information nights, open days, student displays,
performances and free events. It launches with entertainment and
music at the Free Family Fun Day held at the State Library of
Victoria.
When: May 15 to 21
Free Family Fun Day: Sunday May 15 - 10am to 2pm
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-:- Law Week
Law Week held each year with events taking place in Melbourne and
regional Victoria, offers the public fun and informative ways to
engage in their law and legal system. Courts Open Day is the
highlight of Law Week celebrations, when Melbourne's major courts
open their doors to the Victorian community.
When: May 16 to 22
Courts Open Day: Saturday May 21
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* SPECIAL OFFERS *
-:- Bendigo Bank's Generation Green
Bendigo Bank and Carbon Down are joining forces to encourage
environmental sustainability initiatives in Victorian businesses
and organisations, and with many ways to save energy you can tell
them what your organisation has done to save energy and win $10,000
to lower energy use even further!
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* EXHIBITIONS *
-:- E.L.K
E.L.K, the acclaimed stencil artist from Canberra, will be holding
a solo exhibition at Fitzroy's Brunswick Street Gallery. With
growing acclaim both here and overseas, the award-winning artist
will exhibit his latest body of his work in startling
photorealistic stencil pieces, some of which take up to 200 hours
to create.
When: May 13 to 26 - Closed Mondays
Opening Night: Friday May 13 - 6pm to 9pm
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-:- Fragments of a Universe
Fragments of a Universe, presented at Hawthorn's Town Hall Gallery,
is an amazing solo exhibition by artist Robyn Emerson. Working with
layers of wax and colour in her paintings, Robyn's work reveals
various dimensions and surfaces, with many of the works carefully
crafted over several months.
When: Until May 28
Artist Talk: Saturday May 14 - 2pm
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-:- Drawn Together by Threads
Drawn Together by Threads, on show at Stonehouse Gallery in
Warrandyte, is an exhibition of collected works by a group of
artists drawn together by their love of textiles to also find
friendship beyond their work. Colours, patterns and textures are
used to create works that display the diversity of textiles.
When: Until May 31
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=29800
-:- GATEWAY
GATEWAY, an exhibition held at Melbourne Chinese Museum, is the
first in a series of contemporary art events in the heritage
Chinatown precinct. The exhibition draws inspiration from the
gateways of Chinatown which represent a connection between
different cultures and announce the presence of the Chinese
community.
When: Until May 23
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=30186
-:- Relics
Relics, this year's exhibition by The Gathering, held at Michaels
on Elizabeth Street, showcases works from a passionate group of
Australian photographers. Dedicated to using large format cameras,
known as bellows, The Gathering meets each year in Trentham East to
share their unique photographic passion.
When: Until May 30
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=30284
-:- Viewfinder
Viewfinder, held at Arts Project Gallery in Northcote, is an
exhibition by Alan Constable, an artist who is legally blind with
very limited vision, something obliquely referenced within his
works. The exhibition showcases more than 60 works selected from
Constable's body of work spanning more than 20 years.
When: Until June 1 - Closed Sundays
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=21322
-:- Amanda Hyatt
Amanda Hyatt, an inventive and talented watercolourist and oil
painter, will be holding an exhibition at Jenny Pihan Fine Art in
Hampton as part of the launch of her new DVD on watercolour
painting. With much acclaim for her work over the past 20 years,
Amanda Hyatt diligently pushes the envelope of her craft.
When: May 7 to 15
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=23374
-:- Slave Pianos, Punkasila & Pipeline to Oblivion
Slave Pianos, Punkasila & Pipeline to Oblivion, held at Caulfield's
Monash University, are three projects presented by Danius Kesminas,
brainchild of some of Australia's most ambitious contemporary art
projects, and collaborators who've combined art, music,
performance, video, publishing, agit-prop and opera.
When: May 5 to July 23 - Tuesdays to Saturdays
Punkasila Forum: Tuesday May 17
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-:- Current 10: DUEL
Current 10: DUEL, held at the Roslyn Smorgon Gallery of Footscray
Community Arts Centre, examines the duel nature of the gap found
between objects, situations and their representation. The works by
six emerging artists explore innovative practice in photography,
video, drawing, sculptural installation and other media.
When: May 6 to June 26
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=28749
-:- Aut(o)ptics(o)ma
Aut(o)ptics(o)ma is an exhibition of digital prints by Julie
Clarke. On show at the Printroom Gallery of The University of
Melbourne, the series of recent works explore themes of identity
and the female body and the topics of surveillance and autopsy,
dehumanization, fragmentation and the post human.
When: Until May 18 - Weekdays, 10am to 5pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=30123
-:- Toorak Village Sculpture Exhibition
Toorak Village Sculpture Exhibition, held along both the sidewalks
and shop windows of Toorak Village, is a unique arts event that
attracts works from a diverse range of sculptors. Now in its 10th
year, this year the event will showcase 99 sculptures ranging from
interior designs to large outdoor pieces.
When: May 1 to 31
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=6365
-:- Intangible Architecture
Intangible Architecture, showing at RMIT Gallery in Swanston
Street, is an exhibition by Munich-based Sydney architect and
artist, Ainslie Murray. The featured works on display offer a new
way of understanding architectural space and the way we move in it,
relying on absence over presence.
When: Until May 28
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=29891
-:- My People, Culture and Country
My People, Culture and Country, presented at Melbourne Museum's
Bunjilaka Aboriginal Cultural Centre, explores themes of people,
place and culture through objects, artworks, photographs and
documents drawn from the museum collection and selected by seven
Koorie students from the Hume Region.
When: Until June 25
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-:- Tutankhamun
Tutankhamun, presented by Melbourne Museum, will for the first time
in Australia's history see this record-breaking exhibition visit
Melbourne for its only Australian stop before the Egyptian
treasures, which include Tutankhamun's golden canopic coffinette,
are returned to their home in Cairo.
When: Until November 6
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-:- Parole Viaggiante
Parole Viaggiante, held at Ringwood's Maroondah Art Gallery, is an
exhibition of selected works from the Travelling Words series by
the artist, Angela Cavalieri. Bringing together key works, the
pieces show Cavalieri's ongoing exploration of the relationship
between language, cultural memory and subjectivity.
When: April 1 to May 14
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=23699
-:- Mannequin
Mannequin, held at Como Historic House in South Yarra, is an
exhibition that tells the story of Melbourne's fashion scene in the
1950s and 60s through a vast archive of photographs, newspapers and
magazine spreads, drawn from the private collections of well-known
career models such as Janice Wakely and Diane Masters.
When: April 1 to July 3
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=24040
-:- Top Designs
Top Designs, an exhibition held at Melbourne Museum, showcases work
by Victoria's final year secondary school students. With artworks
that span many styles such as furniture, clothing, short films and
photography, the exhibition offers a glimpse of some of tomorrow's
brightest talents.
When: March 26 to July 26
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=13669
-:- NEW11
NEW11, held at the Australian Centre for Contemporary Art in
Southbank, is ACCA's annual commissions exhibition. Ranging in
scale and media, the artworks made by the ten chosen artists for
this year's exhibition question and even negate the physical
properties of their chosen materials.
When: March 12 to May 15 - Tuesdays to Fridays
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=26162
-:- Australian Institute of Sport - 30 Years
Australian Institute of Sport - 30 Years, is a special exhibition
held at the National Sports Museum of the MCG. Celebrating the role
of the AIS in the success of Australian sport, highlights of the
exhibition include the recently banned LZR Speedo suit that saw
many swimming world records.
When: Until June
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-:- 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
* EXPOS, LAUNCHES, OPEN DAYS & LECTURES *
-:- Springvale Fire Brigade Open Day
Springvale Fire Brigade Open Day showcases the talents of the Fire
Brigade to the community and provides families, including those
from non-English speaking backgrounds, with a better understanding
of their local fire service. The day features demonstrations, tours
and kids' activities with the CFA's Captain Koala.
When: Saturday May 14
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=30142
-:- Sustainable Living Expo
Sustainable Living Expo, presented by the City of Stonnington, is a
chance to learn simple ways to reduce environmental impact with a
range of sustainability activities and exhibitors for children and
adults. Held at Stonnington Depot in Malvern, the day includes
workshops, recycled crafts, organic food and more.
When: Sunday May 15 - 11am to 4pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=15976
-:- Australian Auto Aftermarket Expo
Australian Auto Aftermarket Expo, held at Melbourne Exhibition
Centre, is the single largest event of its kind featuring parts,
accessories, tools and equipment. Last seen in Melbourne in 2007
and not due to return until 2015, the event showcases more than 350
industry leaders and is held alongside the Collision Repair Expo.
When: Thursday to Saturday - May 12 to 14
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=9651
-:- National Tradesman's Expo
National Tradesman's Expo, taking place at Melbourne Showgrounds,
offers the chance to buy big trade brands at the best trade prices
with the end of financial year event featuring tools, machinery and
commercial vehicles while also trying products out at the expo's
Tool, Commercial Vehicle and Machinery Test Centre.
When: Friday to Sunday, May 13 to 15
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=13420
-:- Nursing & Health Expo
Nursing & Health Expo, held at Carlton's Royal Exhibition Building,
offers students, nurses and those interested in the profession, to
meet with Australia's leading nursing and health organisations,
such as Alfred Health, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre and many
others, to learn more about options in the world of nursing.
When: Sunday May 15 - 10am to 3pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=29826
-:- Snow Travel Expo
Snow Travel Expo, held at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre, offers
an exciting environment where snow enthusiasts can plan everything
from a local snow adventure to an international tour. The expo
features displays, travel experts, kids' entertainment and a Big
Cinema screening of footage from the Australian Snow Movie Festival.
When: Sunday May 15 - 10am to 4pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=14577
-:- 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
* PERFORMANCE *
-:- Daisy
Daisy, written by Geelong playwright Terry Mervin, addresses the
complex subject of dementia in a tale of a wife and mother faced
with the affliction and the effect it has on her family as they
struggle to come to terms with her plight. Sensitive and humorous,
the touching play is performed at Woodbin Theatre in Geelong West.
When: Until May 15 - Wednesday to Sunday
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=21342
-:- The Hatpin
The Hatpin, presented by Magnormos with performances held at St
Kilda's Theatre Works, is set in Sydney in 1892 and tells the true
story of single mother, Amber Murray, whose desperate attempt to
save the life of her baby saw her embroiled in one of the most
captivating criminal trials in Australian history.
When: May 13 to 28
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=30088
-:- Macbeth
Macbeth, playing for a limited season in the stunning surrounds of
Shed 4 at the Docklands, is the latest production by the Australian
Shakespeare Company. The epic production is held on a series of
installations, drawing audiences deeper in as they follow Macbeth's
macabre journey toward self-destruction.
When: May 11 to June 4
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-:- Previously On...
Previously On... is a performance by Karin Muiznieks, a talented,
prolific performer whose song writing credits over the past five
years include musicals such as World War Wonderful, Filthy Secrets
and Give My Regards To Broady. Performing at South Melbourne's
Butterfly Club, her new show explores the stories behind her songs.
When: Thursday to Sunday, March 12 to 15
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=8214
-:- Top Acts 2011
Top Acts 2011, performed at the Palais Theatre in St Kilda, brings
the best young performing artists together in a stunning concert.
The finale of the VCE Season of Excellence, Top Acts is a
spectacular evening of dance, music, drama, theatre and original
music works by selected students.
When: Friday May 13, 7.30pm
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-:- Urban Display Suite
Urban Display Suite, presented by High Performance Company with
shows held at fortyfivedownstairs in Flinders Lane, is a
deliciously malicious musical satire on our national obsession with
the property market, revealing grotesque greed and putting the
narcissism of Australian life on display for public viewing.
When: May 3 to 15
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=30172
-:- Dusty - The Original Pop Diva
Dusty - The Original Pop Diva, performed by Williamstown Musical
Theatre, is a theatrical journey of Dusty's life and career,
spanning her early days in 1950s London to through to the new wave
of pop in the 1990s. The show features classic songs like Son of a
Preacher Man and other greats that made Dusty Springfield's career.
When: May 13 to 14 & 19 to 21
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=30065
-:- Lord Arthur Savile's Crime
Lord Arthur Savile's Crime is a play by Constance Cox, based on a
short story by Oscar Wilde. Presented by the Croydon Parish
Players, a community theatre group that's been running for over 50
years, the play follows how Lord Arthur's marriage plans are thrown
askew when it's predicted he'll commit murder.
When: May 10, 13 & 14
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=30235
-:- Next To Normal
Next To Normal, performed at The Arts Centre, is the Australian
Premiere of the emotional musical which won last year's Pulitzer
Prize for Drama. The story of a woman lost to herself and her
family, it follows her day as she begins making sandwiches and
finds she can't stop when lost to frantic compulsion.
When: April 28 to May 28
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-:- Lloyd Beckmann, Beekeeper
Lloyd Beckmann, Beekeeper is the true story of a Queensland battler
as told through his grandson's eyes as he traces Lloyd's romance
with bees through family history, inheritance and the ripening of
age. Performed by Tim Stitz, the grandson in question, it's held at
Carlton's La Mama Theatre.
When: April 27 to May 15 - Wednesdays to Sundays
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=30050
-:- The Laramie Project
The Laramie Project - 10 Years Later is the sequel to one of the
most performed plays of the last decade. Performed at St Kilda's
Red Stitch Actors Theatre, the documentary style performance
features special guests Kim Gyngell, Paul Ashcroft and others as it
investigates the ripple effect of a single, senseless murder.
When: April 27 to May 28 - Wednesdays to Sundays
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=30084
-:- La Bohème
La Bohème, the latest production by Opera Australia, offers a bold
reworking of Puccini's romance with director, Gale Edwards setting
the classic, and tragic, tale of love in Berlin in the 1920s.
Starring Takesha Meshé Kizart as Mimi and Ji-Min Park as Rodolfo,
performances are held at the Arts Centre.
When: Until May 13
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-:- Doctor Zhivago
Doctor Zhivago, the classic masterpiece which has become an
outstanding musical, will be appearing at performed at Her
Majesty's Theatre. With a story that's at once epic and personal,
funny and heartbreaking, impetuously romantic and bitingly
political, it stars the internationally renowned Anthony Warlow.
When: Until May 22
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Book Now --> http://goo.gl/kYswB
-:- In The Next Room or the vibrator play
In The Next Room or the vibrator play, performed by Melbourne
Theatre Company in Southbank, is Sarah Ruhl's comedy about a
doctor's modern method for treating hysteria and the intrigue it
raises with his wife when she realises the sexual benefits that
come with the treatment might do well for women in general.
When: April 7 to May 21 - Mondays to Saturdays
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-:- ROCK OF AGES
ROCK OF AGES, held at Melbourne's Comedy Theatre, is a hilarious,
feel-good love story set in 1987 when a small-town girl meets a
big-city dreamer in L.A.'s most legendary rock club. Told through
music of the era, the comedy includes hits such as 'Don't Stop
Believin', 'The Final Countdown' and other classics.
When: March 22 to June 30
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Book Now --> http://goo.gl/JAafP
* CLASSICAL, CHORAL & RECITALS *
-:- André Rieu
André Rieu will be performing at Rod Laver Arena as part of his
Celebration of Music Tour. The most iconic performer of classical
music today, he'll be joined on stage by Australian sixties pop
sensation 'The Seekers', who have re-formed to perform their
classics and most loved songs with him.
When: Tuesday & Wednesday, May 10 & 11
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-:- Bard's Gallery
Bard's Gallery, performed by choral group Sofie's Voice at Sofia
Mundi School in Abbotsford, features music drawn from the works of
William Shakespeare with music from his plays and choral songs from
his time along with modern choral works using Shakespeare's words
by composers such as Vaughan Williams.
When: Sunday May 15 - 3pm
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-:- Dvorak's Stabat Mater
Dvorak's Stabat Mater, presented by auditioned a cappella ensemble,
Choristry, will be held at St John's in Southgate. Composed
following the deaths of his three children, the deeply moving
cantata was originally performed with soloists, choir and piano.
Choristry will revisit this arrangement for their first performance
of the year.
When: Sunday May 15 - 3pm
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-:- Mozart in May
Mozart in May, presented by Heidelberg Choral Society, is a
performance of an Mozart program staged in the Performing Arts
Centre of Ivanhoe Girls Grammar School. Guest soloists include
sopranos Hannah Dahlenburg and Rosel Labone, tenor Timothy Jacques,
bass Nicholas Dinopoulos and Jessica Foot on Oboe.
When: Sunday May 15 - 2pm & 7pm
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-:- Glittering Frost
Glittering Frost, held at Melbourne Town Hall, sees the Australian
Chamber Orchestra joined by internationally acclaimed clarinettist
Martin Fröst for a performance program that includes Mozart's most
popular piece, Eine kleine Nachtmusik, along with works by Brahms,
Hillborg, Copland and Ravel.
When: Sunday & Monday, May 15 & 16
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* BURLESQUE, CABARET & DANCE *
-:- Moonlight Dancers
Moonlight Dancers, a night of cheeky entertainment presented at
Melbourne's 24 Moons, features fantastic burlesque dancers, special
international guest DJ Broz Rdz and a live band performing on the
night. With limited tickets available, there'll also be cocktail
specials on the big night.
When: Thursday May 12 - 8pm
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-:- Sugar SEX Spice
Sugar SEX Spice, held at Burlesque Bar in Fitzroy, features some of
Australia's hottest theatre performers from shows such as Sweet
Charity, Rocky Horror Picture Show and City of Angels. A Burlesque
extravaganza, the all singing, all dancing show is a high energy,
fast paced night of entertainment.
When: May 12, 21, 26 & 28 and June 5
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=29872
-:- The Spectacular Cabaret Showboat
The Spectacular Cabaret Showboat, a performance held upon the
Melbourne Showboat, MV Lady Cutler, offers a great night out with
entertainment that features the extravagant cabaret show including
glamorous and gorgeous showgirls, an International Singer, a
magician and fantastic food.
When: Friday May 13
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-:- ATROCITY - EdeN
ATROCITY - EdeN, performed at Melbourne's 24 Moons, steps beyond
the frailties of the human psyche to explore the theme of creation
in the brand new show by ATROCITY, producers of elaborate shows
that blend cabaret with burlesque and the grim, dark undertones of
Grand Guignol theatre.
When: Until June 5 - Sundays
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=30290
-:- The Carnival
The Carnival, direct from London's West End, brings Chloé Charody's
hit circus-opera to Red Bennies in South Yarra. The wild operatic
circus sweeps the audience up in a wild show of contortion,
classical virtuosity, fire and mayhem with risqué classical
beauties of Ilythian and several of Melbourne's finest circus
performers.
When: Fridays in May - 8:30pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=29221
-:- Stage Fright
Stage Fright, performed The Order Of Melbourne in Swanston Street,
is Poppy Cherry's rollicking night of 1920's theatre, comedy,
burlesque, song, dance, murder, mystery and madness. A theatrical
"Whodunnit?" of entertainment and intrigue, a vaudeville show is in
disarray when the star performer vanishes.
When: May 8 to 22, Sundays
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=29616
* ENTERTAINMENT *
-:- A Day To Remember
A Day To Remember, hailing from Florida in the US, will be
performing at Festival Hall. Formed in 2003, A Day to Remember mix
emo, hardcore, and metal into a blend affectionately referred to by
their fans as "pop mosh", proving themselves to be a band that
break the convention of the mainstream.
When: Thursday May 12 - 6.30pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=30218
-:- Matt Collyer & The Company
Matt Collyer & The Company will be appearing at the Rainbow Hotel
in Fitzroy to launch their new self-produced EP. Combining a wide
range of styles and influences, the Melbourne based trio create a
unique blend of folk-rock that goes well beyond the boundaries of
today's singer-songwriter genre.
When: Friday May 13 - 9:30pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=10764
-:- The Process
The Process, a transcendental electric trio, will be performing in
the Great Hall of Montsalvat Artists Colony in Eltham. Comprised of
Saxon Jorgensen, August Skipper and Vijay Singh, The Process will
be joined by performers, A Dead Forest Index for a showcase of some
of Melbourne's finest live music.
When: Saturday May 14 - 7pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=18585
-:- DANCE Til The World Ends
DANCE Til The World Ends, held at Melbourne venue Bobby McGees
Entertainment Lounge, is a Dance Charity Event in support of the
Australian Floods, the New Zealand Earthquake and the Japan
Tsunami. Raising funds for Red Cross, acts include Kitty De Luxe,
Paris Dragqueen, Tommy Little and other guests.
When: Saturday May 14 - 9pm to 3am
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=30008
-:- Jane Clifton & Trio
Jane Clifton & Trio will be performing at Claypots, located in St
Kilda. With one of Australia's most endeared performers Jane
Clifton on vocals, her trio supporting her on stage features Sam
Lemann on guitar, Phillip Rex on Double Bass and John McCall on
piano playing seamlessly and swingingly together.
When: Mondays - 8:30pm to 10:30 pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=30258
* COMEDY & MAGIC *
-:- Theatresports
Theatresports, Melbourne's longest running improvisation comedy
show, returns for its 26th season at their brand new venue of The
Space in Prahran where four teams of quick-witted and fleet-footed
improvisors will battle it out each week in an exhilarating and
hilarious display of improvised theatre.
When: Every Sunday in May - 7:30pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=30222
* CINEMA *
-:- West Side Shorts
West Side Shorts, presented by Angry Productions, is a monthly film
night held at Williamstown' Customs House Hotel, offering the
chance to see fantastic short films made by local talent along with
the opportunity to network with local filmmakers and actors once
the screenings have ended.
When: Tuesday May 10 - 8:30pm - Only $5 Entry
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=14450
-:- Manufactured Landscapes
Manufactured Landscapes, a screening held at Melbourne's Donkey
Wheel to launch Arts in Action, is an award winning documentary
about the work of award-winning photographer Edward Burtynsky.
Aimed at promoting social awareness through cinema and arts, Arts
in Action will also hold a camera drive on the night.
When: Thursday May 12 - Doors Open 7pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=30143
-:- Egypt 3D: Secrets of the Mummies
Egypt 3D: Secrets of the Mummies, screening at IMAX Cinema,
explores the mysterious world of ancient Egypt. Offering a taste of
the wonders held in the upcoming exhibition, Tutankhamun and the
Golden Age of the Pharaohs, the film re-enacts the discovery of a
cache of forty mummies.
When: Various Dates & Times
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=27528
-:- Tutankhamun Exhibition - Until November 6
Book Now --> http://goo.gl/OC5kJ
* MELBOURNE FOR KIDS *
-:- Dance
Dance, presented by ArtPlay, located behind Federation Square in
Birrarung Marr, invites children to join creative dance teacher
Emma Salzano to explore how everyday things can inspire a wiggle.
Children and adults will use ordinary objects to connect in playful
ways, wiggling, hopping and dancing together.
When: Fridays May 13 & 20 - Bookings Essential
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=14660
-:- Transformers Dark of the Moon: Moonlight Mania
Transformers Dark of the Moon: Moonlight Mania brings the
excitement of the upcoming movie and an exciting new range of toys
to Toys R Us in Doncaster. Optimus Prime and Bumblebee will be at
the launch where there'll be free Transformers Dark of the Moon
collector books and holographic stickers.
When: Saturday May 14 - 7pm to 10pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=24162
-:- Box Hill Miniature Steam Railway Society
Box Hill Miniature Steam Railway Society, a group of Miniature
Steam Railway enthusiasts, will be conducting a public run of their
pride and joy, offering a chance for children to ride their
wonderful miniature railway along a track that winds through the
picturesque surrounds of Elgar Park.
When: Sunday May 15
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=7315
-:- Walking With Dinosaurs
Walking With Dinosaurs, the Number 1 selling tour of the world in
2010, retrurns bigger and better than ever for a limited time at
Melbourne's Hisense Arena. Featuring 20 life-size dinosaurs,
including the Tyrannosaurus Rex, the past comes to life in this
stunningly impressive and informative theatrical event.
When: May 4 to 15
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=10623
-:- Wild Things: Animals on Stage
Wild Things: Animals on Stage, an exciting new exhibition
especially for kids and families at the Arts Centre, brings
together an unruly menagerie of animals drawn from the wild and
woolly world of our most famous animal 'actors', from Alice's mock
turtle to Ossie Ostrich, Gulliver's Eagle and Sir Lancelot's horse.
When: Until June 5
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=29308
-:- Victorian Premiers' Reading Challenge
Victorian Premiers' Reading Challenge encourages all Victorian
primary and secondary students to take the challenge and share
their love of reading with family, friends and classmates. By
reading a required number of books, entrants receive a certificate
and congratulations published in The Age.
When: Entries Closes September 16
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=13065
-:- Shake, Rattle and Ryhme
Shake, Rattle and Ryhme, presented by Darebin Libraries at their
branches in Preston and Reservoir, is a workshop series for
children aged 0-2 years. A chance to have fun with your baby and
relive songs, finger plays and childhood rhymes, the workshops
develop an appreciation for rhythm.
When: Until June 29 - Various Days
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=16000
-:- Diamond Valley Railway
Diamond Valley Railway, located in the parkland of Eltham close to
Diamond Creek, is a fun ride-on miniature railway with plenty to
see during the scenic ride. Just like a real railway system, the
children's ride features railway stock, bridges, shunting yards and
even tunnels.
When: Sundays - 11am to 5pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=4991
-:- Moscow Circus
Moscow Circus, featuring renowned Russian performers together with
exclusive International Guest acts from around the world, will be
appearing at Epping Plaza. With sensational death defying acts,
highlights include The Wheel of Death and the Four Daredevil
Motorbike's in the splitting 'Globe of Death'.
When: April 28 to May 15 - Epping - Various Dates
Last Performance in St Kilda: Tuesday April 26
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=17099
-:- Silvers Grand Magic Circus
Silvers Grand Magic Circus will be holding performances at Airport
West's Westfield Shopping Centre. 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 May 29 - Bayswater North - Various Dates
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=19326
-:- Perry Bros Circus
Perry Bros Circus, Australia's oldest circus, will be appearing at
Dingley Village, offering quality entertainment to please the
entire family. With wirewalkers, Jugglers, Whip crackers, balancing
acts and more the circus also features performing ponies and camels
along with their very funny clowns.
When: Until May 22 - Roxburgh Park - Friday to Sunday
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=22197
* MARKETS, FETES & FAIRS *
-:- Batman Park Kindergarten Funday
Batman Park Kindergarten Funday, held to help raise funds for the
Northcote kinder, features a great range of activities for the
family including clowns, a sausage sizzle, face painting, a raffle,
stalls offering cakes, arts and crafts, jumping castles, coffee and
tea, music, a lucky dip, a silent auction, and much more.
When: Sunday May 15 - 10am to 2pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=29763
-:- St John's College Carnival
St John's College Carnival is an invitation by the Preston school
for students, family and the public to join them in an exciting day
of fun for people of all ages. Attractions on the day include live
music, dancing, a great selection of food, amazing stalls, carnival
rides, an animal farm and great prizes to win.
When: Sunday May 15 - 11am to 4pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=23921
* WINING & DINING *
-:- bookarestaurant.com
bookarestaurant.com is the easiest way to book a restaurant online.
With the choice to search by cuisine and location, you can find
great dining offers with some of Melbourne's finest restaurants.
Bookings are free and can be made online at any time of the day.
--> http://goo.gl/zFSog
* YOU CAN HELP *
-:- RSPCA Million Paws Walk
RSPCA Million Paws Walk, taking place at Melbourne's Albert Park
Lake, Geelong's Eastern Gardens and other Victorian locations, is
held to raise funds for RSPCA animal shelters, Inspectorate
services and community education with families and their pooches
taking part in a fun-walk with entertainment, stalls and more.
When: Sunday May 15
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=7475
-:- Australia's Biggest Morning Tea
Australia's Biggest Morning Tea will see more than one million
Australians once again stir themselves into action for Cancer
Council's popular fundraiser. Now in its 18th year, Cancer Council
Victoria is urging all Victorians to take the time to attend one of
the big morning tea events or, even better, host an event of their
own.
When: Held Throughout May
Official Morning Tea Day: May 26
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=4727
* SPORT *
-:- AFL Premiership | Round 8
Geelong vs Collingwood - Fri May 13 - MCG
Nth Melbourne vs Melbourne - Sat May 14 - Etihad Stadium
Hawthorn vs St Kilda - Sun May 15 - MCG
Bulldogs vs Richmond - Sun May 15 - Etihad Stadium
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=5941
-:- NRL Premiership | Round 10
Melbourne Storm vs Canberra Raiders - Sat May 14 - AAMI Park
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=19615
-:- South Sea Roller Derby
Dolly Rogers vs Cutthroat Charmers
Saturday May 14 - Springers Leisure Centre, Keysborough
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=12288
-:- Betfair Park Race Days
Betfair Park Midweek Meeting (Hillside)
Wednesday May 11 - Betfair Park, Sandown
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=15881
-:- Country Racing Victoria
Country Racing Victoria represents racing clubs in outer
metropolitan areas and small clubs in rural areas with race
programs that include special days with kids' entertainment.
Race Dates: Thursday to Monday, May 12 to 16
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=15587
-:- Greyhound Racing @ The Meadows
Greyhound Racing @ The Meadows hosts a range of race day and
non-race day events throughout the year with the Broadmeadows venue
renowned worldwide for high class racing.
Next Race Dates: Wednesday & Saturday, May 11 & 14
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=20962
-:- Join IASbet for $100 in FREE Bets
IASbet is Australia's premier online betting agency, offering
better odds than TAB for Horse Racing and Sports Betting both in
Australia and overseas. An easy way to take a punt on any one of
the many races held over the long weekend, you can even receive
$100 in FREE bets when you join IASbet online.
--> http://goo.gl/2rSVP
* WELCOME *
-:- Otesha Project - Cycling & performing for sustainability
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=30282
-:- Double the Odds - Speed Dating for the Summer Rose Foundation
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=30279
-:- Vanity Fair - Vintage Market in Windsor
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=27856
-:- Dreams2Reality Art - Fairytale portraits for kids
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=30151
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