Melbourne Newsletter No.222
Published: Tue, 04/05/11
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... the School Holidays get under way and, as promised, we
have our regular guide with a great range of happenings and goings
on to keep the children happy. Things are off to a swinging start
already with the Peninsula Easter Egg Hunt getting the hop on that
big chocolatey celebration.
There's also the Indian Vaisakhi Festival taking place at Sandown,
and let me tell you, it was an egg-hunt and a half to find enough
information (and the correctly spelt title) to fill the humble
paragraph you'll find here. Every now and then, an event comes
along that's as sparse on details as a toddler trying to explain
how a lamp was broken while you left the room.
As it turns out, the festival itself is a celebration of harvest
and New Year, as celebrated in India. The celebration also entails
a curious game named Kabbadi, which seems like an odd mix of
British Bulldog, Tag and Snorkelling too, I'd wager. Competitors
have to hold their breath for a considerable time while playing,
and how they referee such a thing, I'll never know. If it were up
to me, I'd tape little streamers below the nostrils just to avoid
any dubious shenanigans.
Anyhoo, along with whatever information I could gather I also
managed to come across what seemed like a suitable symbol for the
Indian Vaisakhi Festival, but as I said, it was like pulling teeth,
so apologies to any Indian readers if I've gotten the symbol wrong
and it means, Do Not Iron.
Here are highlights from the latest newsletter.
+------------------- HIGHLIGHTS -----------------------+
* SCHOOL HOLIDAY GUIDE HIGHLIGHTS*
Check out our School Holiday Guide for all the latest on what to do
with the kids during the Autumn and Easter Holidays running from
April 9 to 26. 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
-:- Peninsula Easter Egg Hunt
Peninsula Easter Egg Hunt, an inaugural event held at Mornington
Racecourse, is an Eggs-travaganza. With plenty to do for the whole
family, including an enormous Easter Egg Hunt with more than
500,000 eggs to be found, the day includes live music, character
shows, craft activities, rides and much more.
When: Saturday April 9 - 10am to 4pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=29495
-:- The Jungle Book: The Next Chapter
The Jungle Book: The Next Chapter, a new musical held at
Melbourne's Athenaeum Theatre, continues the magical charm of
Rudyard Kipling's tale as Mowgli, now much older, returns from the
city revisit his animal mentors in to the jungle, inspiring Baloo's
dreams of returning with him to the city to become a Bear Star.
When: April 9 to 23
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=29820
-:- Melbourne Playgrounds
With plenty of other activities for families over the holiday
period, our friends at Melbourne Playgrounds have created a blog
"200 Things for Families and Kids to do in Melbourne", which is
full of ideas to keep the kids entertained.
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http://www.melbourneplaygrounds.com.au/melbourneplaygrounds-info.php?id=24192
* SPECIAL EVENTS *
-:- Indian Vaisakhi Festival
Indian Vaisakhi Festival, held at Sandown Racecourse, celebrates
the ancient harvest festival of India's Punjab region with a day of
family-friendly entertainment that includes Bhangra and Giddha
performances, Bollywood Dancing, rides, food and a match of
Kabbadi, one of India's primary sports.
When: Sunday April 10 - Midday to 8pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=16904
-:- Melbourne Leather Pride
Melbourne Leather Pride, one of the biggest and most anticipated
events on Melbourne's queer calendar, is an adult only festival
that offers a program for the more robust and adventurous of
Melbourne's gay community with visual arts and literary events,
workshops, seminars and adult party nights at various venues.
When: April 8 to 26
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=14846
-:- Steam to Surf
Steam to Surf, the theme of this year's National Trust Heritage
Festival, offers a vibrant and diverse celebration of Victoria's
rich history, be it natural, cultural or indigenous. With special
events held across Victoria, the program features numerous
activities associated with water, steam and surf.
When: April 8 to May 8
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=16666
-:- Melbourne International Comedy Festival
Melbourne International Comedy Festival returns with a great
program of performances by some of the best and newest entertainers
from Australia and overseas. With shows for people of all ages held
at various venues in Melbourne, the festival offers comedy, circus,
burlesque theatre and more.
When: March 30 to April 24
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=1607
-:- Castlemaine State Festival
Castlemaine State Festival is a biennial event that features a
program for young and old of live theatre and performances of
classical and contemporary music, held in Castlemaine's historic
theatres and halls as well as in unique venues including mines,
churches, parklands and public sites.
When: April 1 to 10
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=18398
* FILM FESTIVALS *
-:- Audi Festival of German Films
Audi Festival of German Films is an eclectic and versatile mix of
German films screening at Melbourne's Kino Cinemas and Palace
Cinema Como in South Yarra. This year's festival features an
exciting focus on documentaries and includes guest directors, Wim
Wenders and Alexander Fehling for special screenings.
When: April 7 to 18
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=14023
-:- Bendigo Queer Film Festival
Bendigo Queer Film Festival, offers a program that showcases high
quality Australian and International short and feature length
films, celebrating the male and female gay community. With a range
of special screenings, the festival also includes a queercentric
art exhibition at La Trobe Visual arts Centre.
When: Friday & Saturday, April 8 & 9
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=18300
* MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVALS *
-:- PAVE Festival
PAVE Festival, held annually in the township of Emerald in the
scenic Dandenong Ranges, offers a program that celebrates music and
arts with free and low priced events for people of all ages. With
concerts, art exhibitions, live theatre and more, a highlight is
the Emerald Funfest held at at Puffing Billy Station.
When: April 6 to 10
Emerald Funfest: Sunday April 10
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=13784
-:- Melbourne Latin Festival
Melbourne Latin Festival, held at Darebin Arts and Entertainment
Centre in Preston, offers an exciting and entertainment filled
weekend. This year's theme of 'The Lights of Broadway' features 3
nights of parties, 2 days of workshops, 150 dancers, 50 workshops
with salsa lessons and more and 60 hours of fun.
When: Friday to Sunday, April 8 to 10
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=21293
-:- Sounds Loud Festival
Sounds Loud Festival, held at Queens Park in Moonee Ponds, is a
free all-ages event that provides the chance for young people to
enjoy quality live music in a safe, supervised and alcohol-free
environment. Held across two stages, performers include Muscles,
Dialectrix, The Melodics, Numbers Radio and other guests.
When: Saturday April 9 - 11am to 7pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=17312
-:- Apollo Bay Music Festival
Apollo Bay Music Festival, one of Victoria's most celebrated music
events, offers a wonderfully diverse mix of music and artists with
a program that also features special events, market stalls, roving
entertainers and workshops. Headlining acts this year include
Washington, Tango Mundo, Stonefield and Angie Hart.
When: Friday to Sunday, April 8 to 10
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=15005
-:- 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, April 3 to 17 - Fitzroy Street, St Kilda
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=23156
-:- 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
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=16859
* UPCOMING EVENTS *
-:- Redox Jewellery Market
Redox Jewellery Market is a unique concept; showcasing the work of
talented Victorian jewellery and metal artists who work with a
range of contemporary materials. Located in Geelong, all sculpture
and jewellery is designed and handcrafted by the artist to produce
both high quality and distinctive pieces.
When: Sunday April 24 - 10am to 4pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=29827
-:- Mother's Day Lunch with Denis Walter
Mother's Day Lunch with Denis Walter, held at Ringwood East's
Karralyka Centre, continues the venues of presenting a special
concert for Mother's Day. With first class singing from Denis
Walter, backed David Cameron and his trio, the event includes a
scrumptious two-course lunch prepared by the Karralyka Chefs.
When: Sunday May 8 - 12.30pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=29870
-:- MBA & Postgrad Expo
MBA & Postgrad Expo, held at Melbourne Town Hall, is the most
comprehensive gathering of institutions that offer postgrad courses
under one roof. Free to attend, the expo provides assistance with
postgraduate study and with courses such as project management,
marketing, finance, sciences and more.
When: September 20 - Midday to 7pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=29688
* SPECIAL OFFERS *
-:- Min Zaman Restaurant
Min Zaman Restaurant offers the finest Middle Eastern Cuisine in
the heart of Carlton's Lygon Street. Famous for their Falafel
Entrée, Mixed Healthy Dips, Special Lebanese Mixed Grill and Kebab
Platter, they currently have a special offer where you can buy any
"Main Meal", and get another "Main Meal" FREE!
Offer Available Sunday to Thursday Until September 15
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=29879
-:- Easter Bargains at Kmart
Easter Weekend is just a few bunny hops away, so keep those floppy
ears to the ground and make sure that you're in the know when it
comes to the tastiest bargains around. Kmart have a great range of
goodies on offer, and there's no need to head to the mailbox with
their catalogues available online.
--> http://goo.gl/UPIW2
* WIN! WIN WIN! *
-:- D-MACK'S Hoopdreams Basketball Clinic
D-MACK'S Hoopdreams Basketball Clinic is a chance for boys and
girls aged 6 to 16 to gain first-hand tips from ex-Melbourne Tiger
now Coach and NBL sporting legend, Darryl "D-Mack" McDonald. Held
during school holidays, the clinics include lessons in Ball
Handling, Shooting, Passing and Defence.
When: April 13 & 14
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=29376
WIN A TRAINING SESSION WITH D-MACK!!
D-MACK'S Hoopdreams Basketball Clinic is running a competition with
two free spots up for grabs, offering the chance to WIN a personal
One on One training session with D-Mack himself! To enter the draw,
all you need to do is answer 3 questions about the NBL legend.
To Enter the Competition - Visit http://goo.gl/bWmFY
Competition Closes Wednesday April 13
* TYPICALLY TOPICAL MELBOURNE *
-:- Save Collingwood Children's Farm
Save Collingwood Children's Farm - Abbotsford Convent and Sophia
Mundi Steiner School are threatening the future of St Mary's
Paddock, an open space in Abbotsford, with a proposal to build new
classrooms. Collingwood Children's Farm invite those who support
their opposition of the plans to join them in having their voice
heard by Heritage Victoria.
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=29450
-:- Save Collingwood Children's Farm Petition
--> http://goo.gl/bv84U
* EXHIBITIONS *
-:- Karel Martens
Karel Martens, artistic director of OASE, Journal for Architecture,
will be the focus of an exhibition at Caulfield's Monash
University. Recently celebrating its 25th year, the success of OASE
as a now International publication is in part due to Martens
refined graphic statement and experimental typography.
When: April 6 to 21 - Closed Sundays
Opening Night: Wednesday April 6 - 5pm to 7pm
Artist Talk: April 12, 6:30pm - Bookings Essential
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=28879
-:- 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: Opens April 8
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=27528
Book Now --> http://goo.gl/snaag
-:- Volley Well Worn
Volley Well Worn, a special presentation held at Federation
Square's Fracture Gallery, offers a nostalgic retrospective of an
Australian fashion icon, the Volley shoe. Collected online from
people around Australia, the exhibition showcases the best 30
vintage Volleys and the personal stories behind them.
When: Tuesday to Sunday, April 5 to 10
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=29589
-:- Andrea Higgins and Elizabeth Dobrilla
Andrea Higgins and Elizabeth Dobrilla will be exhibiting at St
Kilda's Obscura Gallery with Higgins' series, Memento Mori,
investigating aspects of family heritage through two series of
archival photogram images. Dobrilla's works explore the unique
perception of symbols and icons she developed whilst in Japan.
When: Until April 25 - Wednesdays to Sundays
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=14646
-:- Creativity Unlocked
Creativity Unlocked, held at Hawthorn Town Hall Gallery, is an
exhibition organised by the Victorian Branch of the Mosaic
Association of Australia and New Zealand. Mosaic artists were
invited to submit works based on the challenging theme of including
a lock and a key, creating thought provoking pieces.
When: Until May 1
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=23698
-:- Melbourne Cityscapes
Melbourne Cityscapes, presented at Michaels Photographic Gallery in
Elizabeth Street, showcases a unique perspective of Melbourne as
seen through the lens of Joshua Papp. New Zealand born, Papp uses a
range of cameras and techniques to capture the streets, historic
arcades and hidden laneways of Melbourne.
When: Until May 2
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=29712
-:- New York Found
New York Found, an exhibition held at Carlton's Steps Gallery,
features new works by Marco Luccio, known for his striking
cityscapes. Based on the unusual and fascinating artefacts from the
Metropolitan Museum of Art, Luccio's new work delves beyond New
York City's hallmark monumental architecture.
When: April 2 to May 1 - Closed Mondays
Free Artist Talk: Sunday April 17 - Bookings Required
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=28949
-:- 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
-:- Studio 12
Studio 12, a collective of recognised and award winning Mornington
Peninsula Artists, will be an exhibition of fine art works At the
Strand Village Centre in Mount Eliza. Displaying traditional and
contemporary works in oils, pastels, acrylics and watercolours,
featured artists include Angela Russo and Richard Campbell.
When: April 1 to 30
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=23388
-:- 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
-:- In Africa
In Africa, showing at Galleria Rocco Interiors in Hampton, is an
exhibition of photography by Christopher Rimmer. Having grown up in
South Africa and fled after being conscripted into the Apartheid
era army, Rimmer returned later and spent four year capturing these
poignant images of his former homeland.
When: March 10 to April 8
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=28979
-:- 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
-:- Melbourne Athenaeum in Pictures
Melbourne Athenaeum in Pictures, presented at the foyer of the
Athenaeum Theatre, is an exhibition of large black and white images
that show the many changes of one of our most iconic buildings, its
surrounding streetscape, and the organisations and people who've
occupied it since it was built in 1839.
When: Until April 29 - Mondays to Saturdays
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=29267
-:- 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
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=28909
-:- From Public Figures to Public Sculpture
From Public Figures to Public Sculpture, held at City Gallery of
Melbourne Town Hall, looks at the changing role of public sculpture
with maquettes, models, photographs and concept drawings from
collections owned by the City of Melbourne and private collections
and regional galleries.
When: February 3 to April 15
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=28776
-:- 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
-:- 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
* EXPOS, LAUNCHES & OPEN DAYS *
-:- Baby & Toddler Show
Baby & Toddler Show, held at the Royal Exhibition Building, offers
a fabulous program of attraction for parents-to-be and parents,
along with their little ones. A shopping extravaganza with 200 of
the latest must-have brands, there's also amazing children's
entertainment and fantastic "Show Only" offers available.
When: Friday to Sunday, April 8 to 10
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=11095
-:- Supanova Pop Culture Expo
Supanova Pop Culture Expo brings together fans of sci-fi, anime,
fantasy, comics and gaming with the celebrities and creative talent
behind their imaginary worlds. Held at Melbourne Showgrounds, the
expo features interactive attractions like Cosplay, collectable
card game tournaments, film screenings and more.
When: Saturday & Sunday, April 9 & 10
Preview Night: Friday April 8 - Doors Open 5.30pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=13857
-:- Blooms Bridal Expo
Blooms Bridal Expo, held at Bella Vista Receptions in Tullamarine,
showcases the many services of the very best offered by wedding
professionals from across the western region. With fashion shows,
live entertainment, floral displays and door prizes every hour,
there will also be an outdoor ceremony display.
When: Saturday April 9 - 10am to 3pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=25513
-:- 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 *
-:- Breast Wishes
Breast Wishes, appearing in Geelong, is an uplifting new Australian
musical about life, love, family and silicon, held in support of
the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Four women, a fumbling
boyfriend, a well meaning husband and a bra-fitter who's seen it
all present a heart-warming journey of laughter and triumph.
When: Wednesday to Saturday, April 6 to 9
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=21342
-:- 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
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=29093
-:- Secret Bridesmaids' Business
Secret Bridesmaids' Business is an engaging play that takes a
humorous look at some serious pre-wedding issues including truth,
denial, sex, love and friendship. Written by Elizabeth Coleman who
created the ABC hit, SeaChange, performances are held at the
Mechanics Institute Performing Arts Centre in Brunswick.
When: Thursday to Saturday, April 7 to 9
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=29116
-:- Marriage of Figaro
Marriage of Figaro, presented by Co-Opera with a performance held
in Sale, is a sparkling production of Mozart's classic comedy,
offering a feast for the ears and eyes. With an instrumental
ensemble and beautifully period wardrobe, Co-Opera's comic
production is utterly respectful to its performance tradition.
When: Wednesday April 6
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=14690
-:- I Do Not Like Thee Dr Fell
I Do Not Like Thee Dr Fell, presented by Geelong Repertory Theatre
Company, is Irish Playwright, Bernard Farrell's parody of American
group psychotherapy. Written in 1979, long before the likes of Dr
Phil, the play follows an encounter group's journey of
self-discovery through honest confrontation and group hugs.
When: April 8 to 30 - Various Dates
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=21342
-:- Delectable Shelter
Delectable Shelter, presented by the award winning Theatre Company,
The Hayloft Project, is a black comedy that casts a satirical eye
on the prejudices of Western culture when five survivors try to
plan a utopian society sharing a bunker. A darkly grotesque comedy,
it's held at Theatre Works in St Kilda.
When: March 31 to April 17 - Tuesdays to Sundays
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=29456
-:- Howie The Rookie
Howie The Rookie, Mark O'Rowe's modern Irish classic, will be
performed at St Kilda's Red Stitch Actors Theatre. First staged in
2002 and nominated for a slew of awards, original director Greg
Carroll returns to present the tale of two fast moving nights seen
through the eyes of young, hormonally hyped men.
When: Until April 16 - Wednesdays to Sundays
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=29471
-:- 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
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=11088
Book Now --> http://goo.gl/Ziah1
-:- Xanadu The Musical
Xanadu The Musical, the surprise Broadway hit, will be staged in
'The Grand Xanadu Marquee', a purpose-built venue in Docklands.
With the lead role of Kira played by Melbourne's own rising star
Christie Whelan, the quirky, hilarious roller skating, musical
adventure features the original hit score.
When: March 3 to April 10
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=27891
Book Now --> http://goo.gl/ECL7W
-:- Apologia
Apologia, performed by Melbourne Theatre Company at the Arts
Centre, is a sharply witty play by up and coming British writer
Alexi Kaye Campbell. With a new slant on the theme of family
reunions, the plot surrounds a successful art historian's
autobiography and the children she failed to mention.
When: February 18 to April 9
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=28906
-:- 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 May 1
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=23249
Book Now --> http://goo.gl/EN96e
* CLASSICAL, CHORAL & RECITALS *
-:- ACO2
ACO2, the Australian Chamber Orchestra's regional touring Orchestra
combines ACO core players with upcoming talented young Australian
musicians. Creating a combined ensemble with a fresh, energetic
performance style, their concert season features Guest Director and
Lead Violin Lara St John from Canada.
Horsham: Tuesday April 5 - 7.30pm
Castlemaine: Wednesday April 6 - 8pm
Mildura: Thursday April 7 - 8pm
Melbourne: Wednesday April 13 - 8pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=28032
-:- Metropolis - The Venetian Republic
Metropolis - The Venetian Republic, held at Melbourne Recital
Centre, is a special presentation by La Compañia, Australia's
premiere Renaissance instrument ensemble. The concert features a
program a program of frottole, madrigals and villanelle, with music
by Marchetto Cara, Nicola Vincentino and others.
When: Wednesday April 6 - 6pm
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-:- Easter Reflections
Easter Reflections, presented at East Melbourne's German Lutheran
Trinity Church, is a concert by Anthony Halliday on organ and Ariel
Valent on vibraphone. With music by Bach, Handel and Beethoven, the
duo will also perform their own contemporary compositions in what
will be a contemplative concert.
When: Wednesday April 6 - 7pm
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* BURLESQUE, CABARET & DANCE *
-:- Ali McGregors Late-Night Variety-Nite Night
Ali McGregors Late-Night Variety-Nite Night, held at The Famous
Spiegeltent currently at the Arts Centre, celebrates its fifth year
in the venue it was made for as Ali McGregor hosts a variety of
comedians, cabaret, burlesque and specialty acts alongside her
long-suffering butler Saxon MacAlistair.
When: Until April 23
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-:- 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 April 8
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-:- Riverdance
Riverdance will be performing at Melbourne's Regent Theatre for a
strictly limited season as part of their Farewell Tour in
Australia. Since its inception in 1994, the celebration of Irish
music and dance has captivated audiences worldwide, making it one
of the most successful dance productions ever.
When: March 30 to April 10
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Book Now --> http://goo.gl/6DPNR
* ENTERTAINMENT *
-:- Luka Bloom
Luka Bloom, an Irish troubadour with a devoted fan base in
Australia due to his incredibly gifted electro-acoustic guitar
playing, will be performing at St Kilda's National Theatre.
Performing his own original, poetic and melodic songs, Luka will
also play a surprisingly eclectic selection of other people's work.
When: Thursday April 5 - 8pm
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-:- The Holidays and Strange Talk
The Holidays and Strange Talk will be performing on the main stage
of Federation Square. Held as part of Fed Square Live, a series of
free performances, The Holidays, who've just recently returned from
a US tour, won The Age Readers Choice Best Album last year for
their album, Post Paradise.
When: Thursday April 7 - 6pm to 7:30pm
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-:- Cyndi Lauper
Cyndi Lauper will be appearing in Melbourne with performances held
at St Kilda's Palais Theatre. Well known for iconic hits such as
Girls Just Wanna Have Fun and True Colors, Cyndi Lauper has
recently released a new album, Memphis Blues, a collection of blues
covers, which rose to the top of blues charts.
When: Friday & Saturday, April 8 & 9
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-:- David Campbell
David Campbell, performing as part of his Broadway and Beyond tour,
will be appearing at Palms at Crown. With tracks from his
collection of Top Ten albums, including the most recent On
Broadway, with songs such as Bring Him Home, You'll Never Walk
Alone, Shout, Good Lovin and She's My Baby.
When: Friday & Saturday, April 8 & 9
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-:- Jimmy Eat World
Jimmy Eat World, following their recent show, which sold out in
record time, will hold their final Melbourne performance at
appearing at Toorak's Trak Live Lounge Bar. With high energy live
performances, joining the American alternative rockers will be
Sydney based duo The Jewel And The Falcon.
When: Sunday April 10
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-:- Rosario De Marco
Rosario De Marco, a guitarist and composer who is renowned
throughout Italy for his arrangements of Neapolitan and popular
music, will be performing at Is It Cafe in Prahran. Drawing on
different inspirations, his own personal and highly melodious style
has earned him an ever growing number of fans.
When: Sunday April 10 - 3pm to 5pm
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-:- Live At 24 Moons
Live At 24 Moons presents live music every Friday with performances
at the AC/DC Lane venue by resident soul band and Melbourne's
original soul and funk experience, Laneway Funk Brothers. Setting
the groove through their tight original sounds, they're joined each
week by DJ Nick Antoine and guests.
When: Every Friday - Starting 9pm
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* COMEDY & MAGIC *
-:- The Big HOO-HAA!
The Big HOO-HAA! a successful show that began in Perth and helped
launch the careers of the likes of Tim Minchin and Claire Hooper,
returns for the Melbourne International Comedy Festival at the
Order of Melbourne in Swanston Street with its unique brand of
improvised comedy and manic satire.
When: March 30 to April 23
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-:- The Very Big Laugh Out
The Very Big Laugh Out, presented as part of the Melbourne
International Comedy Festival, is a free series of events that run
from City Square to Federation Square and along the Yarra Precinct,
bringing the streets alive with a string of local and international
acts and even a flash mob of free workshops.
When: March 31 to April 24
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-:- Late Night Impro
Late Night Impro, held at Melbourne Town Hall, promises a mix of
danger and high-energy as Impro Melbourne introduce some hilarious
new games as well as old favourites with their seasoned cast joined
by special guests from interstate and overseas bringing chaotic and
unscripted comedy to the stage.
When: Until April 16 - Thursdays to Saturdays
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-:- Mark Watson
Mark Watson, author, commentator, Australia-phile and one of
Britain's most successful stand-ups, returns for the Melbourne
International Comedy Festival with his most personal and critically
acclaimed show to date, casting modern social snarls with the aid
of an unusually verbose PowerPoint screen.
When: March 31 to April 24 (Except Mondays)
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* CINEMA *
-:- 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
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-:- Tutankhamun Exhibition - Opens April 8
Book Now --> http://goo.gl/OC5kJ
* MELBOURNE FOR KIDS *
-:- Family Fun Day at Olympic Ice Skating Centre
Family Fun Day at Olympic Ice Skating Centre, held in Elsternwick,
offers a fun and entertaining day for the whole family. Perfect for
those wanting to try Ice Skating, the day includes demonstrations
in Figure Skating, Speed Skating and Hockey Shoot Outs with prizes
along with games, show bags and more.
When: Sunday April 10
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-:- Monty and Melville
Monty and Melville, held at Theatre Works in St Kilda, is fabulous
show about Guide Dog Puppies, created especially for primary
school-age children. With shadow puppets and talented performers,
the entertaining and educational show includes a Q&A period for
kids to learn more about Guide Dogs and their training.
When: April 9 to 16 - Except Sundays
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-:- List Operators for Kids do Compooters: Wig-i-pedia!
List Operators for Kids do Compooters: Wig-i-pedia! is the latest
show by List Operators, named best kids comedy at Edinburgh Fringe
by BBC Scotland. A show for kids, adults and robots, the
award-winning duo explore the cyberspace, interweb thingo, myface,
spacebook, lolz and fartificial intelliegence.
When: April 2 to 24 - Various Dates
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-:- 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
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-:- Dinosaurs Alive!
Dinosaurs Alive! is an exciting, new interactive exhibition that
will be held at Waterfront City Piazza in Docklands. Featuring
life-like robotic moving dinosaurs who ruled the earth for more
than 160 million years, the exhibition is set in a spectacular
1,200 square metre indoor forest-themed area.
When: March 12 to May 8
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-:- 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
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-:- 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
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-:- 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
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-:- Perry Bros Circus
Perry Bros Circus, Australia's oldest circus, will be appearing in
Rowville, 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 April 17 - Rowville
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* WINING & DINING *
-:- Victorian Wine Showcase
Victorian Wine Showcase, held monthly at the Atrium of Federation
Square, allows visitors to taste wines from regional Victorian
Wineries and meet with winemakers. With many wines also available
to buy at each event, this month will showcase wines from wines
from the Pyrenees and Grampians regions.
When: Wednesday & Thursday, April 6 & 7
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-:- Rick Stein
Rick Stein, one of the most respected and successful of today's
celebrity chefs, will be appearing live at Melbourne's Regent
Theatre to share his experiences and passion for both cooking and
travelling with a two-hour culinary journey that reflects his
unbound enthusiasm for all things culinary.
When: Tuesday, April 5 - 8pm
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* MARKETS, FETES & FAIRS *
-:- Blackbird Market
Blackbird Market, held each month at the trendy Worker's Club on
Fitzroy's Brunswick Street, features the work of up and coming
designers with contemporary fashion and jewellery and vintage
clothing. A vibrant event, it also features live music, artist
installations and a delicious food and drink menu.
When: Saturday April 9
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-:- Children's Market Bendigo
Children's Market Bendigo, held at Bendigo's RSL, features over 60
stalls full of new and second hand items and handmade goods
especially for babies and children. Raising funds for the Good
Friday Appeal, there'll also be children's rides, face painting, a
sausage sizzle, craft activities and roving characters.
When: Saturday April 9 - 9am to 3pm - $2 Entry
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* SPORT *
-:- AFL Premiership | Round 3
Collingwood vs Carlton - April 8 - MCG
Bulldogs vs Gold Coast Suns - April 9 - Etihad Stadium
Richmond vs Hawthorn - April 9 - MCG
Melbourne vs Brisbane Lions - April 10 - MCG
Geelong vs Port Adelaide - April 10 - Skilled Stadium
St Kilda vs Essendon - April 10 - Etihad Stadium
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-:- NRL Premiership | Round 5
Melbourne Storm vs Parramatta Eels - Sunday April 10 - AAMI Park
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-:- ANZ Netball Championships | Round 9
Melbourne Vixens v Adelaide Thunderbirds - Sunday April 10 -
Hisense Arena
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-:- World Ice Hockey Championships
World Ice Hockey Championships, hosted by the International Ice
Hockey Federation, will see participants from Australia, Serbia,
Belgium, New Zealand, Mexico and DPR Korea competing in the Group A
Division.
April 4 to 10 - Medibank Icehouse, Docklands
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-:- Yarra Valley Racing
Yarra Valley Racing, located at Yarra Glen, offers a great day out
with the finest in racing entertainment along with great venues
with regional food and wine.
Next Race Date: Harness Racing - Friday April 8
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-:- Shadwell Stud Race Day
Shadwell Stud Race Day, held at Caulfield Racecourse, offers a
great day of racing action and entertainment for the family. With a
Purebred Arabian Race taking place on the day, there will also be a
special presentation of Arab cultural and food displays on offer,
located on the front lawn.
When: Saturday April 9
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-:- Run the Rock
Run the Rock, staged on the historic racecourse within the Hanging
Rock Recreation Reserve. Offering the perfect quick escape from the
hustle and bustle of the city, the event offers a picturesque 5km
run or walk and 10km run.
Saturday April 9 - 9.30am - 5km run/walk | 10am - 5km run
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* WELCOME *
-:- Steam Train Shuttle - Vintage Steam Rides
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-:- Outwest Concrete - Concreting in North West Melbourne
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-:- The Alchemist Bar - Fitzroy's best kept naughty secret
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-:- Kenny's Antiques - Vast range of antiques in Geelong
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