Melbourne Newsletter No.225
Published: Tue, 04/26/11
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 are finally at an end, and just as
well. It's gotten to that point where the kids being away from
school has made for boredom, tears of frustration and general
antsyness... The kids have been good about it, though, knowing I'd
be back to my old self in no time.
Now that a certain festival has come and gone, many a shindig can
timidly emerge like a wary quokka. There's a wide range of events
underway with the Koroit Irish Festival returning for another year
with music, arts and dance for those who need to Riverdance off
some of the Easter chocolates. Likewise, those who were treated
especially good by the bunny can don some heavy clogs to burn off a
few calories at the KLM Dutch Orange Day at Queensbridge Square.
There's a great range of music and arts events as well with the
Williamstown Literary Festival, and a fair bit of boundary pushing
with Melbourne Jazz Fringe Festival offering some of the best
performers in improvisational music and the Australian
International Experimental Film Festival offering a great program
of cinema.
Also, with Mother's Day on the way, we've included our Gift Guide
for those who've yet to grab something special for mum!
Here are highlights from the latest newsletter.
+------------------- HIGHLIGHTS -----------------------+
* MOTHER'S DAY | SUNDAY APRIL 8 *
-:- Mother's Day Gift Guide
Mother's Day is almost here now, so be sure to get a great gift for
Mum! If you haven't bought a gift or planned something special for
your mother yet then why not try some of our ideas for a perfect
Mother's Day this year to show her you care.
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=7309
-:- Kmart's Mother's Day Catalogue
Kmart's Mother's Day Catalogue offers some great ideas for Mother's
Day gifts with many products discounted for two weeks only.
Available to view online, the catalogue includes specials on
chocolates, perfumes, shoes, lingerie, sleepwear, and much more
perfect for Mother's Day on Sunday May 8.
--> http://goo.gl/Iaa9r
-:- Fruit Only
Fruit Only offers a wide selection of beautifully presented boxed
gift hampers of Australian premium quality fruit, many of which
include chocolates and wine. Delivering throughout Australia, Fruit
Only delivers the best fruit Australia has to offer - ideal for
those long-distance gifts as a surprise for Mother's Day!
--> http://goo.gl/PE6ZO
-:- Petals Network
Petals Network can help you make Mother's Day special with flowers
that can be sent to anywhere in the world, offering quality flowers
and gifts in over 70 countries, delivered fresh with over 1000
florists Australia wide also, so you can make Mum happy no matter
where she is!
--> http://goo.gl/PidEh
-:- Break of Day
Break of Day offers quality hampers and gift baskets with
chocolate, tea & coffee, delicious biscuits and cakes. They also
offer pampering gifts, luxury bathrobes and even gardening gifts.
With something to suit women of all ages, why not spoil your Mum or
Grandmother with a special gift just for her?
--> http://goo.gl/J7c4v
-:- Melbourne Tours & Activities
Melbourne Tours & Activities are a great way to treat Mum to a day
out on the town to discover some of the hidden treasures in your
own city. With guided tours, winery excursions, cruise and ferry
events and more, there's no end to the great attractions and sights
on offer throughout Melbourne and Victoria.
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* SPECIAL EVENTS *
-:- Koroit Irish Festival
Koroit Irish Festival celebrates Irish heritage with music, poetry,
dancing, singing and more. Held in historic Koroit, between
Warrnambool and Port Fairy, the festival features activities for
people of all ages with six music stages along the main street and
on the village green, a market and street stalls.
When: Friday to Sunday, April 29 to May 1
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=7892
-:- Ivanhoe Fiesta
Ivanhoe Fiesta, presented by the Ivanhoe Traders Association, is a
huge street festival with entertainment for the whole family. With
market and food stalls, the event also features a magic show,
jumping castle, an animal farm, face painting, kids' activities,
fashion parades, wine tastings and much more.
When: Sunday May 1 - 10am to 4pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=15571
-:- KLM Dutch Orange Day
KLM Dutch Orange Day, held at Melbourne's Queensbridge Square, is a
festive day that celebrates Queen Beatrix' birthday with
attractions that showcase the food, folklore and music of Holland.
With the public invited to wear orange to the event, it features
children's entertainment, clog making demonstrations and more.
When: Sunday May 1
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=13910
-:- 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
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=6647
-:- East Gippsland Field Days
East Gippsland Field Days, held at the Bairnsdale Aerodrome,
celebrates its 25th year with the theme of Sustainable Living and
Agriculture. With over 300 exhibitor sites, the event features
Australia's Travelling Fishing Show, Boomaroo Food Producers Expo,
children's activities, animal displays and more.
When: Friday & Saturday, April 29 & 30
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=24193
-:- Deans Marsh Pioneer Festival
Deans Marsh Pioneer Festival celebrates the experiences and skills
of past pioneers, the sustainability innovations of present day
pioneers and the ideas and opportunities for our pioneering future.
The traditional country fair features games, country races, animal
displays and live music with the Billy Tea Bush Band.
When: Sunday May 1 - 10am to 4pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=29802
-:- 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
* FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS *
-:- Lavandula Autumn Harvest Festival
Lavandula Autumn Harvest Festival is a celebration of food held at
Lavandula Farm in Shepherds Flat, ten minutes north of Daylesford.
Featuring musical performances, demonstrations in jam making, fruit
bottling and more, the festival also has a wide range of fresh food
and produce available to purchase.
When: Sunday May 1 - 10.30am to 5pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=18758
-:- Chestnut Festival
Chestnut Festival, held at Mount Dandenong's Kalorama Reserve,
offers fun for the whole family with fairground rides, buskers,
market stalls and plenty of roast chestnuts. With raffles, face
painting, showbags and more the festival includes musical
performances by Bethany Fisher, Janette Geri and Donna and The
Aspinauts.
When: Sunday May 1
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=8345
-:- Indonesian Satay Festival
Indonesian Satay Festival, a special event held at Box Hill Town
Hall, showcases Indonesian culture, there'll be food, drinks,
dancing and music performances along with stalls selling arts and
crafts. Sponsored By Garuda Indonesia, entry to the event includes
a chance to win return tickets to Jakarta or Bali.
When: Sunday May 1 - 11 am to 4pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=21146
-:- Grampians Grape Escape
Grampians Grape Escape, held at Halls Gap Oval, is a gastronomic
getaway where foodies can indulge in delicious gourmet fare,
fabulous wines and cooking demonstrations by celebrity guests.
Showcasing 100 Western Victorian wine and food artisans, the
festival includes live music, children's entertainment and more.
When: Saturday & Sunday, April 30 & May 1
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=14287
* FILM FESTIVALS *
-:- AIEFF
AIEFF, the Australian International Experimental Film Festival
brings quality experimental film and video from all over the world
with unique works screening at Preston's suek-artist warehouse. A
non-award event, the festival promotes independent cinema with
specially themed screening sessions.
When: Friday to Sunday, April 29 to May 1
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=22309
-:- La Mirada Film Festival
La Mirada Film Festival, held at ACMI Cinemas, showcases a diverse
mix of the finest cinema from Spain and Latin America. With
screenings of films that range from classics to recent releases,
the festival is the only film festival in the world co-programmed
by highly acclaimed filmmaker Pedro Almodóvar.
When: April 14 to 26
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=7663
* MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVALS *
-:- Williamstown Literary Festival
Williamstown Literary Festival, now in its seventh year, is held at
the Williamstown Town Hall with a series of events that include
panels, interviews, workshops for children and adults, films,
readings, storytelling and games and a festival hub with a bookshop
to browse in and meet special guest authors.
When: Friday to Sunday, April 29 to May 1
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-:- Melbourne Jazz Fringe Festival
Melbourne Jazz Fringe Festival, held at various venues, features
some of Australia's most celebrated improvisers in an inspiring
program of creative and ground-breaking music making. Held at
various venues including Federation Square, the program features
more than 80 of Australia's most celebrated musical improvisers.
When: April 29 to May 8
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=18919
-:- Mount Beauty Music Festival
Mount Beauty Music Festival offers a fantastic line-up with
performers of blues, roots, rock, jazz, country and bush poetry.
With guests that include Abbie Cardwell, Cloudstreet and The
Hanafords, the festival includes music workshops and is a great
chance to savour the local produce and wines of the North-East
Alpine Valleys.
When: Friday to Sunday, April 29 to May 1
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=13926
-:- Groovin the Moo
Groovin the Moo, held at Bendigo Showgrounds, returns this year
with another great line up of Australian and International artists
and DJ's performing on an outdoor double stage and in one of the
biggest dance tents around. Headliners this year include House of
Pain, The Wombats and ArtVsScience.
When: Saturday April 30
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=13303
-:- Choral @ Montsalvat
Choral @ Montsalvat is a choral festival that features fifteen
choirs performing in one big day. With choirs ranging from
children's to youth, adult gospel to multicultural and modern to
classical, the program includes more than ten new compositions
especially written for the day with the composers available for
talks.
When: Sunday May 1
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=18585
-:- Moe Music Festival
Moe Music Festival, held at Old Gippstown, Gippsland's Heritage
Park, presents a great program of music with Jazz, Blues, Folk and
Country music performed in various under cover venues. Bands
appearing include the Des Camm Jazz Band, Moonee Valley Jazz Band,
Riviera Jazz Band and other guests.
When: Sunday May 1 - 9am to 5pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=18814
-:- 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
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=18903
-:- 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 24 to May 8 - St Kilda Sea Baths
--> 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
* 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!
--> http://goo.gl/l5ZVn
* EXHIBITIONS *
-:- Nillumbik Artists Open Studios
Nillumbik Artists Open Studios invites the public the studios of 34
artists in 24 studios located throughout Eltham and the historic
area of Nillumbik. With artists of many mediums including
sculpture, printmaking, ceramics and photography many works is for
sale with many artists also open to commission.
When: Saturday & Sunday, April 30 & May 1
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=23538
-:- Emily Veale
Emily Veale will be holding a solo exhibition at The Owl and
Pussycat Gallery in Richmond. With the belief that the 'dark
moments' of our personalities are there to give to give the soul
dimension, Emily Veale uses the juxtaposition of careful, detailed
pencil drawing with abstract watercolour to explore these emotions.
When: May 1 to 7
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=30081
-:- 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
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=12669
-:- Rock and Rolescapes
Rock and Rolescapes, showing at Montsalvat in Eltham, is an
exhibition of works by F. Alexander Jenkins. A continuation of the
series, "Against the Odds and Other Philosophies", these paintings
again use colour with texture to emphasise the intrinsic beauty of
geological formations and phenomena.
When: Until May 1
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=10626
-:- Makeready Readymades
Makeready Readymades, held at Lamington Drives in Collingwood, is
the much anticipated solo exhibition of Stuart Geddes. The
exhibition features a collection of make-ready print sheets - used
by printers to make-ready their ink consistency for printing - that
Stuart has been amassing for several years.
When: Until April 30 - Wednesdays to Saturdays
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=29668
-:- Sounding
Sounding, presented at MARS Gallery in Port Melbourne, is an
exhibition by Sue Pedley, an artist who makes connections between
people, places and objects with works that are inspired the act of
Sounding, a way of probing the environment by sending out a signal
and receiving information in return.
When: Until May 1 - Closed Mondays
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=8761
-:- 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
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=27528
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-:- 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
-:- 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
-:- 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 *
-:- HIA Home Ideas Show
HIA Home Ideas Show, held at Melbourne Exhibition Centre, offers a
chance for home-owners to explore new ideas of home buying and
renovation. With more than 300 exhibitors, the expo features
displays, interior and landscaping ideas and the Building and
Renovation Stage with the 'Ask an Expert' specialists.
When: Thursday to Sunday, April 28 to May 1
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=11208
-:- Paramedical Skin Institute
Paramedical Skin Institute, located in Spotswood, will be
celebrating their Grand Opening with a weeklong promotion of
offering free gift bags to the first 50 customers. Created to
provide an alternative to traditional surgery with a more natural
approach, complimentary skin and body consultations will also be
offered.
When: April 25 to 29
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=29896
-:- 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
* CAR SHOWS *
-:- Keilor Rotary Club Car Show
Keilor Rotary Club Car Show, taking place at Keilor Hotel, features
numerous display categories including Best Club Display and the
People's Choice Award. With all profits from the Car Show going
towards Rotary Projects, it's held alongside a craft and produce
market, with entertainment for the kids.
When: Sunday May 1
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=27743
-:- Renegades Hot Rod and Custom Club
Renegades Hot Rod and Custom Club will be holding a Swap Meet at
Werribee Racecourse. The day also includes a Hot Rods, Custom Cars
and Bike Show with many vehicles on display within an enclosed
display area, with a trophy presentation held from midday. Catering
will be available on the day.
When: Sunday May 1
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=12472
* PERFORMANCE *
-:- 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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-:- The Last Five Beers
The Last Five Beers, performed by Sophie Weiss and Drew Collet,
features cheesy pop songs that set the backdrop for the story of
two ex-lovers who make daunting decision to catch up for drinks two
year on only to learn one of them hasn't quite moved on. It's held
at the Butterfly Club in South Melbourne.
When: Thursday to Sunday, April 28 to May 1
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=8214
-:- Africa
Africa is inspired by the true story of three children from Germany
who tried to elope to Africa and the enduring optimism they showed
in the face of the poverty they found. Featuring bunraku style
puppets, performance, projection and multilevel set design, , held
at Arts House in North Melbourne.
When: Wednesday to Saturday, April 27 to 30
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=29886
-:- I Am My Own Wife
I Am My Own Wife, performed at Nunawading's Whitehorse Centre, is
one of the most extraordinary pieces of theatre written in the last
few decades. The play tells the astonishing true story of Charlotte
von Mahlsdorf, a man who lived as a woman through the repressive
regimes of the Nazis and East German Communists.
When: Wednesday & Thursday, April 27 & 28
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=11786
-:- 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
-:- Mirror Image
Mirror Image, written and directed by Josie Parrelli, is the story
of the soul mate's eternal search for one another after they were
split apart many lifetimes ago. Presented by Revolt Productions in
Kensington, the performances explores the eternal search for
reconnection and the eternal search for love.
When: Thursday to Saturday, April 28 to 30
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=29874
-:- 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
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=30059
-:- The Business of Murder
The Business of Murder, presented by Heidelberg Theatre Company, is
a classic thriller built on false pretences, twisted games and
shock surprises as three people are brought together for what
appears to be legitimate reasons, only to learn there is nothing
legitimate about Mr Stone, who sought them out.
When: April 21 to May 7
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=13439
-:- 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/5Ni8i
-:- 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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-:- 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
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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
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=11088
Book Now --> http://goo.gl/Ziah1
-:- 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 *
-:- Banditaliana
Banditaliana, a four-piece group from Tuscany, will be performing
at Melbourne Recital Centre along with La Bande di Sandro.
Presented by ABC Radio National's Music Deli, the group will
perform new arrangements of old Tuscan songs, dance tunes, and
original music inspired by their Tuscan heritage.
When: Wednesday April 27 - 7:30pm
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-:- Howlin' Wind
Howlin' Wind, a performer by the name of Andy Richardson, will be
appearing at Kinross House in Toorak to launch his new CD "Morning
Light". With flute compositions used in many films and shows,
including the ABC series East of Everything, Howlin's music
combines classical traditions with earthy folk roots.
When: Thursday April 28 - 8pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=26759
* BURLESQUE, CABARET & DANCE *
-:- Hopak in the Park
Hopak in the Park is a Ukrainian Cossack Dance Spectacular held at
Melbourne's Sidney Myer Music Bowl. Featuring a cast of more than
300 Ukrainian dancers from across Australia, performers include the
Cossack Brothers, special guest band Hrim from New York and the
popular young music talent S.o.V.
When: Saturday April 30
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* ENTERTAINMENT *
-:- David Campbell
David Campbell, performing as part of his Broadway and Beyond tour,
will be appearing at Frankston Arts Centre. 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 April 29 - Doors Open 7:30pm
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-:- Modern Blues Night
Modern Blues Night, held at Abbotsford's IDGAFF Bar, presents the
latest tracks by the up and coming Blues stars played by PBS-FM's
Matt Frederick. There will also be a performance by Dreamboogie, an
exciting Blues act performing material by Canned Heat, Howling Wolf
and others imbued with their own sound.
When: Friday April 29 - 8:30pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=30058
-:- The Drums
The Drums, a New York indie pop band with influences that span the
50's to the 80's, will be performing at the Corner Hotel in
Richmond. Proving that 1950s poppy guitar riffs are back with their
first show already sold out, the three piece group will be
supported on their current tour by Tasmanian group, Tiger Choir.
When: Thursday April 28 (April 29 SOLD OUT)
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-:- The Vaudeville Smash
The Vaudeville Smash will be appearing at The Toff in Melbourne to
launch their latest EP, which features their newly released single,
Roller Disco. One of Australia's truly unique and up and coming
bands, The Vaudeville Smash are renowned for lively performances
that live up to their namesake.
When: Saturday April 30 - Doors Open 8pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=28566
-:- Music in the Park
Music in the Park, held at Keysborough's Wachter Reserve, offers a
free day of entertainment with Rockabilly and Swing Music by the
Rockin Daddys and Top Cat Dancers. With activities for the whole
family, it includes dance workshops, a Hot Rods Show'n'Shine
Competition, BBQ and children's activities.
When: Sunday May 1 - 4pm
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-:- KRE-ATIV Open Mic Night
KRE-ATIV Open Mic Night, held at Melbourne's 24 Moons, is an Open
Mic Night with a difference. Located in the arts focused venue,
performance nights are welcome to not just Muso's, but also
Comedians, Short film producers, Animators, Visual Performance
Artists, Poets and more.
When: Every Wednesday - 8pm til Late
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* CINEMA *
-:- Melbourne Horror Film Society
Melbourne Horror Film Society, a not-for-profit group, holds
regular film sessions at 1000 Pound Bend with a generous entry fee
by membership. This month they'll screen a special double bill with
Long Weekend directed by Colin Eggleston and Phillip Brophy's
Australian cult horror gore-fest, Body Melt.
When: Wednesday April 27
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=20367
-:- The Economics of Happiness
The Economics of Happiness, screening at Darebin Arts &
Entertainment Centre in Preston, is a documentary about the
worldwide movement for localisation as opposed to corporate
globalization. Following the screening, there'll be a panel
discussion with producer and director Helena Norberg-Hodge.
When: Sunday May 1 - 6pm to 8pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=25592
-:- 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 - Opens April 8
Book Now --> http://goo.gl/OC5kJ
* MELBOURNE FOR KIDS *
-:- Lake Goldsmith Steam Rally
Lake Goldsmith Steam Rally, held just outside of Ballarat at The
Perfect Living Museum, offers a great day out for the family with
grand parades of vintage steam powered vehicles and displays of
restored steam engines, power generators, steam rollers and even a
working 90 tonne steam shovel.
When: Saturday & Sunday, April 30 & May 1
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=16230
-:- Family Day at Collingwood Children's Farm
Family Day at Collingwood Children's Farm is a special children's
event held each month with each family day featuring a particular
theme that matches activities provided for kids. Activities include
hayrides, a BBQ and much more to make it a great day out for the
kids and family.
When: Sunday May 1
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=13345
-:- It's a Wrap!
It's a Wrap! is a presentation by Pocketfool, held at Melbourne's
ArtPlay. Offering great fun for kids, they can swaddle, cover, roll
up and hide as they explore how to wrap up all manner of things
including elephants, bubbles and themselves, making the ordinary
extraordinary and extraordinary ordinary.
When: Fridays, April 29 & May 6 - Bookings Essential
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=14660
-:- 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
-:- 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
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=29273
-:- 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 1 - Airport West - 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 8 - Dingley Village - Friday to Sunday
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=22197
* MARKETS, FETES & FAIRS *
-:- Magnolia Square
Magnolia Square is a boutique fair showcasing women's and
children's attire, homewares, jewellery and more. They'll be
holding their popular fair at Malvern Town Hall where you'll find
the work of some of Melbourne's best and most talented designers
with a wide variety of unique and charming quality crafts.
When: Thursday to Saturday, April 28 to 30
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=15305
* SPORT *
-:- AFL Premiership | Round 6
Nth Melb vs Port Adelaide - Sat April 30 - Etihad Stadium
Richmond vs Brisbane Lions - Sat April 30 - MCG
Essendon vs Gold Coast Suns - Sun May 1 - Etihad Stadium
Collingwood vs Western Bulldogs - Sun May 1 - MCG
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=5700
-:- ANZ Championships | Round 12
Melbourne Vixens v NSW Swifts - Sunday May 1 - Hisense Arena
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=6263
-:- Rip Curl Pro Surf and Music Festival
Rip Curl Pro Surf and Music Festival, held at Bells Beach in
Torquay, will this year celebrating the 50th anniversary of the
Bells Beach Easter Rally and the Rip Curl Pro. Bringing together
the world's best male and female surfers to Victoria, the features
program features parties, performances and other activities.
When: April 19 to 30
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=28683
-:- Test & Tune Days
Test & Tune Days, held at Heathcote Park Raceway, the new home of
1/4 Mile Off Street Drag Racing in Victoria, offers the chance for
owners of high performance vehicles to safely and legally test out
their capabilities while improving driving skills and meeting other
people with similar interests.
When: Sunday May 1 - 11am to 4pm
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=14663
-:- 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
-:- Betfair Park Race Days
(Lakeside) Meeting - Sunday May 1 - Betfair Park, Sandown
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=15881
-:- AV Season Walk Series
AV Season Walk Series, presented by the peak athletic body in the
state, Athletics Victoria, is part of their events held to
encourage, improve and promote a range of sports for all of their
members.
Albert Park - Saturday April 30
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=5676
-:- The Great Train Race
The Great Train Race is more than a fun with the exciting challenge
of racing against the steam locomotive, Puffing Billy, over 13.2
kilometres through the hills and fern gullies of the picturesque
Dandenong Ranges. All proceeds go towards maintenance of Puffing
Billy's family of locomotives.
When: Sunday May 1
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=22413
-:- Arthurs Seat Bay2Bay
Arthurs Seat Bay2Bay, held at Mornington Park, offers 2 distances
of 113km and 65km with both courses taking the challenge of riding
up Arthurs Seat. Along with entertainment, food stalls and live
updates from the bike riders throughout the day, there will also be
a bike education program for the kids.
When: Sunday April 30
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=23157
-:- Come & Try Rowing
The Y Rowing Centre, located in Albert Park Lake, invites you to
try your hand at rowing. Held on the first Sunday of each month,
the Come & Try Rowing sessions are open to participants of all
ages. Just turn up and have fun!
Sunday May 1 - Cost: $10 - Bookings only required for groups.
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* WELCOME *
-:- Chez Olivier - French Inspired Dining in Prahran
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=6321
-:- Cedel Haircare - One of Australia's most trusted brands
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=11835
-:- Womenspace - Wellness group for Melbourne women
--> http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=24768
-:- Busy Me IT - Computer Support for Home & Small Business
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