Frankston Arts Centre - What's On

Hip Cat Circus Term 3: 8-12 years - Monday, 15 July 2013 - Monday, 16 September 2013

The Hip Cat Circus is a program of circus arts, which teaches circus skills in a positive learning environment led by professional trainers.

Hip Cat Circus aims to inspire and facilitate creativity through performance and community project opportunities. Develop leaders through our mentorship program. Provide artist development activities through offering regular teaching opportunities. And educate students in circus arts using highly experienced national and international trainers.

Circus provides a sense of ownership within a social network, whilst increasing fundamental life skills such as coordination, coping strategies, respect, team work, creativity, trust, mental and physical health. Circus skills that will be learnt include aerials, tumbling, acrobalance, manipulation, clowning, trampoline, and more.

Each September includes an outstanding performance crafted and produced by the Hip Cat Circus members. Term 2 and 4 gives parents and friends the opportunity to see what their child has learnt in a Show Off of skills, plus it’s a good way to celebrate the end of another term! Make sure you come along to the Open Day during January to watch the demonstrations and participate in workshops.

"My son, Rocco, loves to tell people he's joined "The Circus". I want to share with you what we've noticed as parents since being in the 8-12yo Junior Hip Cat Circus. Kids can have fun, feel safe, develop friendships and lift in stamina, strength, and as a person. What's been so valuable to us is that Rocco's shyness has shifted and we feel in no small part this is due to the circus. The relationships developed between leaders and students is shrouded in trust, they instill confidence, treat the children as equals, recognise their qualities and encourage them to explore their strengths. Academia accelarates, personal relationships grow, and a new world begins to develop. Thankyou to the Hip Cat Circus leaders and trainers.

Shez & Rocco - Junior Hip Cat

Ticket Information
Mondays, $170 (10 week term)

Tuesdays, $170 (10 week term)

Trial session offer: $18 available in the first 2 weeks only
Please note, bookings after week 2 will not be accpeted due to class progression. Classes are very popular, we urge parents to book in advance to avoid disappointment.

Tiny Tumblers Term 3: 5-7 years - Tuesday, 16 July 2013 - Tuesday, 17 September 2013

The Hip Cat Circus is a program of circus arts, which teaches circus skills in a positive learning environment led by professional trainers. The program has developed over 9 years and includes a range of classes and opportunities for 5-21 years +

Tiny Tumblers training that will help develop fundamental circus skills such as balancing, manipulation, clowning, mini tramp, tumbling, and plenty of games. In addition to this, children will also learn social skills, safety, develop trust, team work skills, performance techniques and core body strength. This class is run by highly experienced trainers providing a safe, friendly and non-competitive environment for the children to learn in, where we value freedom of expression, creativity and individualism.

Ticket Information
$160 (10 week term)
Trial session offer: $18 available in the first 2 weeks only

Please note, bookings after week 2 will not be accpeted due to class progression. Be quick, places fill fast!

Hip Cat Circus Term 3: 13-21 years - Tuesday, 16 July 2013 - Tuesday, 17 September 2013

The Hip Cat Circus is a program of circus arts, which teaches circus skills in a positive learning environment led by professional trainers. The program has developed over 9 years and includes a range of classes and opportunities.

Hip Cat Circus aims to inspire and facilitate creativity through performance and community project opportunities. Develop leaders through our mentorship program. Provide artist development activities through offering regular teaching opportunities. And educate students in circus arts using highly experienced national and international trainers.

Hang out with us at the circus to learn backflips, aerials, trampoline, juggling, and more PLUS join us for our annual performance in October, jump on board for excursions to the flying trapeze, and be a part of our January Open Day.

"Hip Cats is a fun way to try new things, get fit and meet new people. Over the past year I have been able to improve circus skills like hula hooping and aerial acts and I've been challenged to learn new activities like tumbling, clowning and acrobalance. Acrobalance has been especially rewarding for me because it needs an amazing amount of communication and trust. I was terrified at first, and now I love it. Being in the show last year was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had. We created it as a team, worked together with virtually no adult help and our performances were a fabulous reward for all our hard work. Hip Cats has helped me make new friends, boost my confidence and allowed me to continue and improve my favourite activity....circus. I hope one day to help teach others in the same way".
Jessica Lindholm - Sr Hip Cat Member

Ticket Information
$170 (10 week term)
Trial session offer: $18 available in the first 2 weeks only

Please note, bookings after week 2 will not be accpeted due to class progression.

Call for Artists - Open Exhibition - Wednesday, 17 July 2013 - Friday, 23 August 2013

Open Exhibition - Call for Artists

‘The Simple Truth’, is a line from the famous opera Cosi Fan Tutte to be staged in Frankston Arts Centre in September 2013 and is the theme for this years open exhibition.

Enter for your chance to win an exhibition at FAC.

All art forms are welcome in this exhibition and we can’t wait to see the artistic responses in all its potential forms; photography, digital projection, painting, sculpture, performance, poetry and more!

Entry fee $15.
Applications due 23rd August.

Contact Belinda Cook for an application form - belinda.cook@frankston.vic.gov.au or 97841896
Or, download application form here

Digital Arts on Saturdays (DARTS) - Saturday, 20 July 2013 - Saturday, 24 August 2013

This exciting Digital Arts program for young artists will enable participants to learn new skills in digital arts but also encourage them to embark on their own individual projects. Theres plenty of opportunity to exhibit your work as well!

Untitled: Giles Ryder - Monday, 12 August 2013 - Saturday, 31 August 2013

Giles Ryder presents a newly commissioned work at Cube 37 in the form of a site-specific installation. This installation combines sculpture, painting and the spatiality of Cube 37’s architecture. Ryder shall explore readymade lighting, metallic surfaces and mirrored materials, to further his practice of atmospheric installations with various high finish surfaces situated within architectural spaces, in which the inside and outside of an exhibition space and the installed works are in constant reflective conversation, a conversation between the gallery art world space and industrial components which we utilize, daily, in our everyday lives.

This work was curated by Mark Theman as par tof the White Street Project spanning the light boxes of the White Street Mall and the Glass Cube at Cube 37 Gallery, FAC.

48: Sabine Amos - Thursday, 15 August 2013 - Saturday, 28 September 2013

Sabine presents a stunning series of Mandala’s reflecting virtues and values expressed with vibrant colour and intricate detail. Sabine was the winner of the Frankston Arts Centre Open Exhibition Award in 2012 and was also equal winner of the People’s Choice Award.

“Painting ushers me into a paradoxical state of stillness and inspiration. I love witnessing the revelation of a creative piece. This mysterious and inspired space is what continues to lure me back. A deep love for colour and how it can transform a mood intrigues me and this is what I aspire to communicate with my work. These current works are an exploration of mandalas and their transformative power. There are 48 paintings in this series and each mandala depicts a virtue and have each been born out of an inspired place. The mandala that means the most to me is “Birth” the last one painted in the series when I was expecting my firstborn.” Sabine Amos.

Join us for Opening Night
Thursday 15th August @ 5:30
Curved Wall, FAC gallery
Frankston Arts Centre

Meet the artist and enjoy light refreshments.
RSVP 97841896 or belinda.cook@frankston.vic.gov.au

Neil Diamond's Hot August Night - Thursday, 22 August 2013

A RECREATION OF ONE OF THE GREATEST LIVE ALBUMS OF ALL TIME

"....the day I see a better Diamond, will be the day the man himself appears on stage... “
Adrian Revere...The Mercury

Celebrating the Anniversary of the legendary “Hot August Night”, PETER BYRNE brings Neil Diamond to you together with a 30 piece symphony Orchestra.

It’s almost 40 years since Neil Diamond stepped on stage at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles with a symphony orchestra and recorded what is still known today as one of the greatest live albums of all time.

Now the album is recreated in its original format by Peter Byrne and the Australian Philharmonic Orchestra. Featuring all those classic songs like Crunchy Granola Suite, Cherry Cherry, Sweet Caroline, I am I said and list goes on.

Experience the same live concert experience as delivered by Neil Diamond through the superb talents of Peter Byrne .

His capacity to recreate Neil Diamond to a standard that Neil himself has endorsed him is high praise to Peter.

Each year Peter has thrilled audiences around Australia playing this spectacular tribute to Hot August Night . Don’t miss Peter Byrne live in concert with his orchestra performing every song just as Diamond recorded it.

Ticket Information
Full $69.90, Concession $59.90, U16 $59.90,Member $64.90,U16 $59.90,Group 8+ $64.90

Under the Sea - Friday, 23 August 2013

Cranbourne South Primary School present 'Under the Sea' a whole school production

This performance is currently sold out. Please contact the Box Office 9784 1060 to register on the cancellation list.

Ticket Information
All tickets $20.00
2yrs+under free on adult's knee

Afternoon At The Proms - Sunday, 25 August 2013

Come and celebrate Music from the World of Revolution, Finlandia, Ravel's Bolero, La Marseillaise orchestrated by Berlioz, pefrormed by Frankston Symphony and Mornington Peninsula Chorale.

Ticket Information
Member $20, Full $22, Concession $20, U'14years $10

Pinocchio - Frankston Heights Primary - Tuesday, 27 August 2013

It all began when Geppetto wished for his wooden puppet to become a real boy! The adventures of the little wooden boy and his sidekick Jiminy make for a very entertaining story.

Ticket Information
Full $25, Concession $20, U'16years $15, Family (2A+2u'16) $65
2yrs and younger free on adult's knee

The Barber of Seville - Thursday, 29 August 2013

Deaf Children Australia partner with Opera Australia’s Oz Opera to present the Auslan tour of The Barber of Seville.

A serious case of love at first sight is a big problem for Count Almaviva. Enter the resourceful barber named Figaro, who cleverly solves everyone’s problems – for a price.

Secret letters, cunning disguises and all sort of confusions will delight young audiences as the boy gets the girl and Figaro gets paid!

Rossini’s The Barber of Seville is one of the most popular operas ever written.

This 50-minute version, returns to VIC in 2013 by popular demand and is supported by curriculum-based Teachers Resource Material.

Ticket Information
Full $10, Family (4) $32

Oz - Thursday, 29 August 2013

The timeless classic, 'Wizard of Oz' by Frank L Baum is the base of this dazzling musical. A cyclone carries Dorothy and Toto to the magical Land of Oz. When Dorothy's house squashes the Wicked Witch of the East, she is ecstatically thanked by the liberated Munchkins and given permission to wear the witch's powerful silver slippers. From there, Baum's lovable characters, the rubber-legged Scarecrow, Cowardly Lion and Tin Woodsman, join Dorothy on a journey to meet the great Oz. While on their trek, they battle the Wicked Witch of the West, who is determined to get revenge for the death of her sister. This bright musical is charged with a bundle of wonderful songs and thrill after thrill... like the escape from the Fighting Trees and encountering the enchanted poppies. Eventually, Glinda the Good Witch helps Dorothy defeat the evil witch and her winged monkeys. The great and powerful wizard grants Dorothy's friends their wishes and of course, helps Dorothy return to Kansas.

Ticket Information
All tickets $18.00

Sarah McKenzie Quartet - Friday, 30 August 2013

ARIA Award Winner Sarah McKenzie

Sarah's rise through the ranks of the Australian music scene has been spectacular, aided by frequent appearances at venues like Bennett’s Lane, The Paris Cat, and at major festivals. Her musical pedigree is impeccable, having been mentored by legends like Graeme Lyall, Jamie Oehlers, and James Morrison

Following on from a whirlwind tour to celebrate her ARIA for ’BEST JAZZ ALBUM’ in 2012, Sarah headed for Berklee University and the challenge of studying with the finest teachers of Jazz in the United States. Boston’s proximity to New York has led to Sarah fulfilling a lifetime dream – to record her next album in New York with the Big Apples’ finest musicians.

Berklee’s summer break sees Sarah at home for a limited number of concerts before completing this extra-ordinary year with a return to Umbria Jazz Festival, Italy. Don’t miss the opportunity to enjoy this rising star of the Australian Jazz scene before the rest of the world claims her.

Ticket Information
Member $35 Full $39, Concession $35

Pinocchio - Harkaway Primary School - Friday, 30 August 2013

Harkaway Primary School proudly presents Pinocchio. This spectacular show is going to be at the Frankston Arts Centre on Friday 30^th August. The children from prep – 6 are busy with rehearsals and are excited about their fabulous costumes. The children’s talent will be showcased during this event in various dance styles such as ballet, jazz, tap, folk dance and hiphop. The senior students are the main actors and are carefully developing their characters while letting their wonderful personalities shine through. As their teacher I feel proud and honoured to work with such a gifted team. We hope the school community thoroughly enjoys the performance.

Karen Pastor, performing arts teacher.

Ticket Information
Full $31.50, Concession $26.50, U'16yrs $21.50
2yrs+under free on adult's knee
Junior school students may have a free ticket to join family after interval. These must be arranged by phoning Box Office - 9784 1060

There's No Business Like Show Business - Monday, 2 September 2013

St Brendan's Primary School in Somerville, would like to present a musical extravaganza of show stopping, feet tapping songs made famous through musicals from the 1960's through to today.

Ticket Information
Full $20, U'16years $10

Kinship - Wednesday, 4 September 2013

Rekindling the Indigenous culture of Australia, internationally acclaimed Bangarra Dance Theatre as created an original and breathtaking theatrical experience – Kinship by awardwinning choreographer Stephen Page.

Kinship opens with traditional Aboriginal dance Fire – the meaning of Bangarra is ‘to make fire’ in Wiradjuri language. This sets the scene for Brolga and ID, a fusion of traditional and contemporary music and dance.

In Fire and Brolga Stephen Page explores the relationship between indigenous people, creatures and the land, reflecting the intrinsic link between animals and humans and the way Aboriginal song and dance mimics nature and animals as part of its story-telling.

ID investigates what it means to be Aboriginal in the 21st century, asking important questions of identity. Based on personal observations of people tracing their bloodlines and re-connecting with traditional culture, ID provokes perceptions in contemporary society.

Bangarra creates a truly Australian theatrical experience that connects the spirit of traditional culture with our contemporary lives, creating inspiring dance theatre productions of integrity and excellence that resonate with people throughout Australia and the world.

"highly theatrical... striking, layered, surprising... absolutely transporting.” Elissa Blake, Sun Herald, 2011

Ticket Information
Member $55, Full $66, Concession $62, Group 10+ $52, U'30years $30, U'16years $16, Splash Card $16 (available by phone or in person only)

Grand Music Showcase - Thursday, 5 September 2013

This Concert is the highlight of the Peninsula School Music Calendar and this year’s movie themed program features ensemble performances from across the school. Don’t miss this spectacular event ! .

Ticket Information
Full $23, Concession $15, U'16years $15

Celtic Illusion - Sunday, 8 September 2013

Created by and starring Anthony Street, former principal dancer from Michael Flatley's Lord of the Dance, & Rhythms of Ireland comes the new Irish Dance Spectacular taking Australia by storm, 'Celtic Illusion'

Embark on a journey where for the first time ever, Irish Dance & Illusion are brought together on one stage.

Witness breathtaking and flawless choreography and illusion, performed by a cast of champion dancers, complimented with authentic modern Celtic music, composed by Angela Little, co-composer of Baz Luhrman's epic film 'Australia'

Ticket Information
Member $54.90, Full $64.90, Concession $54.90, U'16years $44.90, Family (2Full+2u'16yrs) $200

Hard Rubbish Day - Wednesday, 11 September 2013

Full On Theatre and FAC present HARD RUBBISH DAY

Nothing is a secret on Hard Rubbish Day

Nothing’s a secret in Fortitude Street, not on Hard Rubbish Day anyway. Two young brothers rifle through the neighbourhood’s debris of secrets and stories left out on the street for all to see, and with playful musical precision and magical inventiveness, the brothers turn the junk on the footpath into an entire tapestry of the street’s characters, controversies and current events.

With their innocent naivety, the boys retell the good, bad and ugly of the street. They know everyone’s name, where they live, and what they do. They know about the old man with the dogs in No 17, the girl who won’t eat in No 28, and the dodgy uncle who visits No 18, and now the biggest event of all has happened right on their street and they can’t wait to see what will happen after.... after Hard Rubbish Day, after the teenage party at no. 14 went viral and the house was destroyed, after the rioting, after the police, after the newspapers and TV crews.

A fast-paced, thought-provoking play full of live music, comedy, multiple characters and created through a series of workshops with over 50 secondary students and in partnership with The Royal Children’s Hospital Integrated Mental Health Program, Headspace, Family Life – Shine Program, Centrelink, Young Carers Association,

Mornington Peninsula Youth Services, Mornington Shire, YMCA & the Victoria Police. “Hard Rubbish Day” continues Full-On Theatre’s commitment to presenting powerful, hardedged and educative productions for Secondary Schools.

What audiences have said about the show and the making of it:

A lot of people came up to me and they were like crying and they were like, “that was so good”, “that was an inspiration”. My friend’s whole family, they were all really crying, his mum, dad, grandparents, all crying because it like tugged on the heartstrings a little bit.” – Student

“I’ll never forget the actual play itself because I guess it dwells on some pretty heavy themes” Student

“Words cannot describe the benefit of this project on the young people involved. I believe it is life changing.” The Royal Children’s Hospital Integrated Mental Health Program

"These concepts need to be discussed in schools. Hard Rubbish Day was an engaging play which was in parts very funny, as well as full of pathos, very well acted and opened plenty of doors for discussion. The students thoroughly enjoyed the performance." Wellbeing Coordinator - Luther College

“Words cannot describe the benefit of this project on the young people involved. I believe it is life changing.” Family Life SHINE PROJECT

Ticket Information
All tickets $10.00

Stardust - Friday, 13 September 2013

Martine Pavey presents a sassy and jazzy tribute to father & daughter showbiz legends Natalie and Nat King Cole. Relive the inspiring story and music of the man whose voice was to become among the best-known in the world of popular music, and his Seven Grammy-Award Winning daughter who came to devote herself to her father’s legacy. Martine skillfully recreates the magic of those timeless songs including When I Fall In Love, Straighten Up and Fly Right, Unforgettable and more. Beautifully costumed and with imaginative musical arrangements by Simon Stone, STARDUST is simply a must-see for this season!

“Martine thrilled us with her beautiful voice and vibrant, charming personality. She had the audience enthralled and left them wanting more!!”
Wendy Hall, Manager, Her Majesty’s Theatre, Ballarat

"Thanks to Martine Pavey and her maestro Simon for a fabulous morning of entertainment. The audience were absolutely delighted."
Robyn Birrell, Manager, The Glasshouse Theatre, Port Macquarie

Ticket Information
Member $17, Full $18, Group 10+ $17ea
Lunch at noon additional $19.50

Cosi Fan Tutte - Saturday, 14 September 2013

Subtitled “The School for Lovers”, Cosi fan Tutte is a lighthearted comedy of two sisters whose claims of undying love and fidelity to their partners are revealed to be somewhat negotiable. A cynical old friend of the two girls’ lovers, Don Alfonso, makes a bet that he can turn the girls’ affections swiftly simply by disguising the boys and getting them to seduce each other’s partner. Confusion and high comedy ensue, combined with a somewhat more serious examination of the nature of love and attraction. The brilliant libretto is by Lorenzo da Ponte, a great friend of Casanova, whose influence can be felt throughout the opera.

Cosi fan Tutte is regarded as one of Mozart and da Ponte’s greatest achievements and features arias and ensembles unmatched in their musical and dramatic perfection.

Featuring Roger Howell, Danielle Calder, Roy Best, Victoria Lambourn, Phillip Calcagno and the Melbourne Opera Chorus and Orchestra, the opera will be performed in English.

“A brilliantly put together production.” Laneway Magazine
“Fine work, great fun, much mirth from the audience" The Age

Ticket Information
Member $40, Full $51, Concession $41, Group 10+ $42, U'30years $30

A Festival of Russian Ballet - Friday, 20 September 2013

Returning to Australia in 2013....Imperial Russian Ballet Company’s “A Festival of Russian Ballet” featuring a diverse and stunning programme in three awe-inspiring acts.

Act One – The Nutcracker

The Nutcracker is famous for Tchaikovsky’s music. The genius of Tchaikovsky created one of the most recognisable and enduring music scores ever written.

Act Two – Bolero

Bolero is a striking and dramatic ballet. Ravel was inspired to create this masterpiece after visiting a large industrial factory. There he noticed the slow regular movement of the assembly lines and the crash of machine and materials. Bolero is regarded as one of the world’s music masterpieces.

Act Three – Highlights from the world’s great ballets including Giselle, Carmen, The Dying Swan and Le Corsaire. Also in Act Three, Gopak and Ne Me Quittes Pas, Can Can Surprise

The Imperial Russian Ballet Company have performed this three-hour ballet extravaganza all around the world, thrilling audiences and impressing critics.

Ticket Information
Member $76.90, Full $86.90, Concession $76.80, U'16yrs $66.90, Group 10+ $76.80

Diesel - Saturday, 21 September 2013

With a career spanning 25 years (35 singles, 13 albums, 6 ARIA awards) and record sales edging 1 million, DIESEL the journeyman of music is on his way to some very special venues, in select regional areas with The Velvet Curtain Tour.

With blues music in his “DNA”, an influence largely from his Father’s record collection, DIESEL has blended all styles to come up with a truly unique sound, punctuated with his distinct guitar playing and vocals.

Rewind to 2005… ‘Singled Out’ is released - a solo live recording which is the catalyst for DIESEL embarking on a juggernaut solo tour, a tour that will establish him as a solo performer. 8 years on and DIESEL has evolved into a solo artist of great diversity.

Alongside the hits and rarities people have grown to expect from an artist of longevity, DIESEL blends his influences by also playing tracks from Jimi Hendrix, Otis Redding, Neil Young (to name a few…) combined with the unique ‘theatre’ environment, it makes for an all encompassing musical experience.

Ticket Information
All tickets $55.00

Rent - Thursday, 3 October 2013 - Sunday, 6 October 2013

This award winning rock opera is a modern interpretation of Puccini's La Boheme. Set in New York, RENT tells the story of an eclectic group of young friends living the bohemian life, struggling to make ends meet. This creative group of young artists and musicians strive for success and acceptance whilst enduring the obstacle of poverty, illness and the AIDS epidemic. Ultimately love is the strongest force, overcoming their adversity. Don't miss this rare chance to see why this Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning musical is so extraordinary. Brought to you by the talented cast from Panorama Theatre Company.

Ticket Information
Full $32.00.00, Concession $28.00, U'12years $25.00

Dean Martin, Jerry Lewis Show - Friday, 11 October 2013

The Dean Martin & Jerry Lewis Show is a well-shaped piece of theatre masquerading as a variety show, not just another tribute show.

Martin and Lewis were sex and slap-stick, genius and genie, Romeo and a schmuck Puck. Dean Martini as Dean and Tony Lewis as Jerry brilliantly capture the dynamic energy, wit and irreverent off-the-cuff humor of the combo that was Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis.

This is a great night of classic gags guaranteed to have you splitting your sides.

It has songs that’ll put a smile on your dial, make your ticker beat quicker and get those

toes-a-tapping!

Songs include:

Pardners, Every Street’s a Boulevard, Everybody Loves Somebody, That's Amore, Sway and many more of your favourite songs, plus some of the greatest Dean and Jerry gags, routines and sketches.

It’s a very funny, over-the-top romp that will leave you wanting more.

Ticket Information
Member $17, Full $18, Group 10+ $17ea
Lunch at noon additional $19.50

Marina Prior The Encore Tour - Saturday, 12 October 2013

Marina Prior is regarded as Australia’s leading lady of musical theatre, having performed over twenty leading roles in her career so far. She rose to stardom when she played Christine in The Phantom of the Opera. The award winning performer is honoured with being named one of Australia’s 100 Entertainers of the Century.

See Marina as you have never seen her before – in an intimate performance, singing her favourite songs and sharing stories from her career.

Marina’s vast repertoire includes musical theatre, jazz, contemporary, and light opera. She will captivate you with a stunning selection of her favourite songs from such shows as The Phantom of the Opera, Cats and Les Miserables. She will also perform songs from her new albums, Both Sides Now which features songs from her busking days - a collection of music from the female performers of the 70s and 80s and Encore - a collection of her favourite music theatre songs.

She will be accompanied by the multitalented David Cameron on piano.

Ticket Information
Full $70, Concession $60, Group 8+ $60

Elvis Leaves his Mark - Sunday, 13 October 2013

ELVIS LEAVES HIS MARK!
“The Greatest Performances”
In 2013 Elvis Presley is still one of the highest selling artists today, with millions of fans around the globe that continue to grow. There are thousands of Tribute artists but Mark Andrew, one of Australia’s best, is a stand-out, voted in Jerry Schilling ‘s (Elvis’ close friend) own personal top 3 performers.

ELVIS LEAVES HIS MARK! “The Greatest Performances” is Mark’s latest production recreating live on stage Elvis’ greatest performances of all time including segments from the 50s, the movies, the 68 special and of course Las Vegas. This show features International Guest Speakers Linda Thompson (Elvis' Girlfriend) & Sam Thompson (Elvis' Chief of Security)

Ticket Information
Member $60, Full $65, Concession $60, Group 10+ $60, U'16years $60, U'16years $16
Premium Tickets $240 - includes Preshow Cocktail Party with cast and tickets in row A or B

Australian Welsh Male Choir - Sunday, 13 October 2013

The Australian Welsh Male Choir was formed in 1973 at the Pines Soccer Club Frankston by a group of expatriates to sing Christmas carols. It has progressed since then into a prestigious choir singing concerts in Australia and around the world. Imbued with the spirit of its Welsh heritage the choir is joining with the Greater Dandenong Band to celebrate 40 years of entertaining in a Gala Concert at the Frankston Arts Centre on the afternoon of October 13^th.

In 1983 the choir was invited to join the Association of Welsh Choirs and became the only choir outside Wales to be accorded that honour. The following year in 1984 the choir toured the UK and sang at the Royal Albert Hall with the “1000 Voice Festival of Choirs”. They repeated this tour in 1988, 2000, 2004 and 2012 and are preparing for a further Tour to the UK and Ireland in 2015. Tours have been made to Tasmania to raise money for charities and also to New Zealand. Fund raising has been a major aim of this choir and thousands of dollars have been raised for charities as well as entertaining hundreds of concert goers. Our AWMC CD production has been continuous and the choir recordings stand impressive amongst classical disks. A special 40 song two disk production has been completed for this 40^th celebration including many original tape recordings.

The concert will feature the choir singing traditional Welsh songs, inspirational music and songs from the shows with soloist and a prestige duo playing piano duets. The choir will be accompanied by the Greater Dandenong Band who will also be playing band numbers. It will be a wonderful afternoon of harmony and musical variety and memories for all those choristers or relatives who have been part of the choir over the past 40 years. Please join us.

Ticket Information
Member $20.00, Full $25.00, Concession $20.00, Group 10+ Full $20.00 Conc $15.00, U'16years $15.00, Family (2Full+2u'16) $60.00

Diana Trask - Wednesday, 16 October 2013

Australia’s international singing star Diana Trask is coming to Frankston for a special afternoon performance.

Diana was born in Melbourne and began singing at dance venues and on television shows. In 1959 she toured Australia with Frank Sinatra who suggested she try her luck in the US. She became a major recording star in the US and was a regular on the hit television series Sing Along with Mitch.

She had a major recording success around the world with her hit song Oh Boy and her performances throughout the world have made Diana an international favourite.

Diana will be singing all her hits on stage accompanied by her special guest, the star of The Sullivans television hit series Reg Gorman.

Ticket Information
Full $45, Concession $40

The Eagles Story - Friday, 18 October 2013

This event has been cancelled

Ticket Information
All tickets $64.50
includes 2 course meal
drinks at bar prices

John Williamson - Saturday, 19 October 2013

John Williamson

A Hell of a Career

It’s hard to describe John Williamson and his music without feeling you have left something out or underrated his contribution and achievements.

How do you sum up an artist who has captured a country in song and had such a successful career in one of the most cutthroat industries in just one page? It’s an impossible task.

Very few artists have experienced and earned the longevity of such a career as John Williamson. It’s quite rare but when you review his albums and songs you can see why.

After forty-three years in the music industry, touring continuously for that period, John’s career is stronger than ever and he is still writing and recording new songs. But during this time he has shunned celebrity and resisted offers to take his music to the international stage, preferring to stay true to his passion: Australia.

John is not only an artist of unbelievable musical poetry but also a man of integrity. He has always stood firm to his own beliefs and his courage of conviction, regardless of the outcome and without regrets. He is truly proud of his country and stands and sings tall with each note.

John Williamson is, without question, an Australian icon. His voice and sound is as recognisable and important to Australia as the Southern Cross is to the flag. He’s performed at some of Australia’s most historic and nation-stopping events, and to battlers across this vast country. His songs and music are simply for everyone.

This is John Williamson, with A HELL OF A CAREER!

www.johnwilliamson.com.au

Ticket Information
Member $52, Full $54, Concession $52, Group 10+ full $52, Group 10+concession $50, U'16years $33

MSO - A Midsummer Night's Dream - Saturday, 26 October 2013

Mendelssohn
A Midsummer Night’s Dream:

Overture and Scherzo
Strauss Oboe Concerto
Mendelssohn Symphony No.4 Italian

Nicholas Carter conductor
Diana Doherty oboe

A luminous orchestral favourite, Mendelssohn’s glorious Italian symphony has been called ‘Blue sky in A major.’ While Mendelssohn created this in his adulthood, he composed his shimmering overture to A Midsummer Night’s Dream when he was just 16 – a miracle of musical genius. And don’t miss the sublime Diana Doherty as soloist in Richard Strauss’ autumnal oboe concerto.

Ticket Information
Member $36, Full $44, Concession $42, Group 10+ $32, U'30years $30

Johnny Cash the Concert - Friday, 1 November 2013

Fresh from their very successful 2012 national tour, Johnny Cash the Concert is back to celebrate all things CASH bringing to life an incredible new concert experience!

Celebrating the 50^th anniversary of the release of one of Cash’s biggest hits and best loved songs, “Ring of Fire”, Australia’s OWN “Man In Black”, Daniel Thompson, returns with an award-winning ensemble featuring Golden Guitar Winner (Alternate Country Album of the Year - 2013 Golden Guitar Awards) and Australian Guitar Legend, Stuie French.

This two-hour show will feature the tracks that made Johnny Cash’s live show something special. June Carter and The Carter Family, The Statler Brothers, Carl Perkins and Cash’s gospel greats will all be featured in the first half of the show whilst the second set culminates Cash’s biggest hits including his 1963 hit “Ring Of Fire”.

Recorded in Nashville with mariachi-style trumpets and Carter Family on backing vocals, Ring Of Fire (written by June Carter and Merle Kilgore) was Cash’s biggest hit earning him the top spot on Billboard’s Hot Country Singles Chart for seven weeks. With it’s instantly recognisable and distinctive sound, it went on to become one of Cash’s best known and most loved songs.

Joining the tour is multi-Award Winning Singer/Songwriter Tamara Stewart. Tamara took home the Golden Guitar for Vocal Collaboration at this years Golden Guitar Awards for her self penned hit, “Women in Song”, celebrating the long heritage of women in Australian Country Music.

And of course the show wouldn’t be complete without our “engine room”, the best rhythm section in the country, The Tennessee Studs.

Last years “80^th Birthday” tour was not to be missed. This show will have music lovers talking for a long time to come. This authentic tribute to a true Icon of the 20^th Century will leave audience members feeling like they’ve just seen the real live Man in Black!

Ticket Information
All tickets $65.00

Dusty Springfield and Tom Jones - Saturday, 2 November 2013

50^TH Anniversary Celebration

“I Only Want To Be With You Tour”

Celebrating British Music Legend

DUSTY SPRINGFIELD

Starring Sheena Crouch

With Special Guest – Jacques Renay as -

The Legendary “Sir Tom Jones’

2013 marks the 50^th year of Dusty Springfield’s solo career.

In November 1963 ‘I Only Want To Be With You’ was released and was the first of many hits to come from Britain’s ‘White Lady of Soul’ Miss Dusty Springfield OBE

Internationally acclaimed Sheena Crouch has worked with the best in the industry, most recently touring Australia with Australian Rock legend Marty Rhone in Cliff & Dusty – together atlast! Lorrae Desmond describes Sheena’s portrayal of Dusty as ‘the Must see Dusty, Sheena does the Diva proud’

To celebrate this unique occasion, Sheena is very pleased to have Jacques Renay joining her on stage to bring to life the greatest hits of Sir Tom Jones.

Dusty Springfield and Tom Jones ARE the perfect musical match for an unforgettable night. Dusty and Tom throughout their respective careers performed many, many time together and the chemistry they shared on stage was truly magical.

So come and relive that magic and the greatest hits of two of the world’s greatest and most successful musical artists as we bring you this highly acclaimed Australian production show.

Dusty Springfield took the very best of British pop and mixed it with her appreciation of American Soul producing a career that spanned every musical genre and endeared her to millions of fans worldwide.

The queen of the big ballad and toe tapping tunes Dusty imbued every song she sang with her own unique trademarks—the hair, the makeup and the rich, deep voice laced with soul.

This show will have all classic hits such as -

I Only Want To Be With You, I Just Don’t Know What To Do With Myself, You Don’t Have To Say You Love Me, Son Of A Preacher man, Little By little, Wishin’ & Hopin’, Look Of Love, Stay Awhile and many more.

With a long and varied career Sheena Crouch has performed across Australia and Asia. With a back ground in Music Theatre but also a self confessed Rock Chick, Sheena has performed in shows like – ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ with John Farnham, Kate Cebrano, Jon Stevens, John Walters, ‘South Pacific’ for Gordon Frost, ‘Witches of Eastwick’ with Marina Prior and Paul McDermott. Most recently Sheena has shared the stage with Aussie rock legends Normie Rowe, Little Patti to name but a few and rock’n’roll alumni Chubby Checker on Rock the Boat Cruise 2012. Sheena has performed in so many bands through out Australia, just too many to mention. She was a member of the highly successful corporate act ‘The Super Supremes’.

With so many string to her bow, her performance of Dusty Springfield is a perfect vehicle to bring together all her talents.

YOU’LL LAUGH, YOU’LL CRY, YOU’LL BE SINGING ALONG!!

Jacques Renay will transport you to an era when the dynamic Tom Jones was shakin' those famous hips of his to perform hit after massive hit with that magical big sound.

Hits such as 'Help Yourself', 'I'm Never Gonna Fall In Love Again', 'Not Responsible', 'Delilah', 'Love Me Tonight', 'What's New Pussycat', 'Green Green Grass Of Home' and many more.

This show will incorporate the glory days when he performed in Las Vegas and around the world to sold out audiences.

Jacques looks like Tom Jones; he sings like Tom Jones, he talks like Tom Jones and on stage, Jacques Renay IS Tom Jones.

Jacques Renay has also performed in concert with International Superstars - Charles Aznavour, The Ink Spots, Jack Jones, Al Martino, Gene Pitney, Roy Orbison, Gerry & The Pacemakers and the great Louis Armstrong. Not to mention performing for the Queen of England three times and of course the great man himself, TOM JONES!

Backed by a professional live band you’ll hear the music how it was meant to sound.
Relive this remarkable music era with every song a hit and every song holding a special place in your memory and heart!
This show is a must for all music fans!

Ticket Information
Member $64.90 Full $69.90, Concession $64.90, Group 8+ $64.90

Australian Army Band - Friday, 8 November 2013

The Australian Army Band Melbourne (AAB-M), currently commanded by Major Glenn Rogers, has been at the forefront of Military and Ceremonial Band music in Australia since 1940. In that time the band has become an integral part of Melbourne, sharing in every part of the growing city's life.

The primary role of the AAB-M is to provide music for Defence training, ceremonial occasions and Commonwealth, Royal and Vice Regal ceremonial functions. In addition, the AAB-M participates in State ceremonial events, assists Defence Force recruiting and public relations and regularly supports charitable organisations. The band also appears at major sporting events, significant public performances and is also required, on occasion, to be involved in radio and television appearances. In fact, whenever an event of international standing requires some ceremonial splendour, the AAB-M is only too pleased to show why they are considered one of the finest bands of their kind in the world today.

The AAB-M consists of 34 full time professional musicians who primarily operate as a concert band. The band is also capable of breaking down into smaller groups such as the stage band, jazz ensemble, woodwind quintet, and rock band. The band is equally at home on the parade ground or in the concert hall and it is this versatility that sets them apart from other musical ensembles. From Opera to Jazz, Tchaikovsky to Lloyd Webber, their extreme flexibility is displayed every time they perform.

Ticket Information
Member $17, Full $18, Group 10+ $17ea
Lunch at noon additional $19.50

When Dad Married Fury - Wednesday, 13 November 2013

Brothers Ian and Ben are on their way to Sydney to visit their recently widowed father. Three big surprises are in store when they arrive at his 75th birthday celebrations.

The ‘Old Man’ is worth $100 million. He’s gone and married Fury, an American beauty queen half his age.
There is no pre-nup…

With his trademark wit and skillful blending of contemporary culture within the ageless framework of family greed, jealousy, love and expectation, Australia’s leading playwright David Williamson has delivered another gripping play and his most memorable characters to date.

Is there more to the beautiful Fury than meets the eye? Is Alan the father he thinks he is? Do Ben’s loyalties lie with his wife, his dad or himself? Can Ian contain his greed long enough to get a signature on the right will? And who is to blame for the death of Ben’s father-in-law?

One thing is for certain: everything changed when Dad married Fury.

"Australia's premiere playwright DAvid Williamson has coming up with another engrossing, entertaining night at the theatre with his new play." Sydney Arts Guide

Ticket Information
Member $55, Full $66, Concession $62, Group 10+ $52, U'30years $30, U'16years $16, Splash Card $16 (available by phone or in person only)

Blue Ribbon Harmony - Sunday, 1 December 2013

Blue Ribbon Harmony Concert, a great afternoon of live entertainment featuring the Victoria Police Show and Pipe Bands and vocalists.

Proceeds to Victoria Police Blue Ribbon Foundation - Peninsula Branch

Ticket Information
All tickets $20.00

Auditions School of Dance - Sunday, 1 December 2013

Auditions School of Dance presents 2013 Annual Concert.

Ticket Information
Full $29.50, U'15years $23.95

The Ultimate Bee Gees - Friday, 6 December 2013

This amazing trio of singers has presented the music of The Gibb Brothers all over the world, impressing audiences where ever they have appeared. Their voices soar through all the great romantic ballads and disco hits with the unmistakable harmonies that were the trademark of the band.

Damian Wynne, originally from Gold Coast, portrays Barry Gibb to a “T”. Scotty Thomas is superb as Robin Gibb and Michael Langdon is outstanding as Maurice Gibb on keyboard, guitar and vocals.

Be excited as the group presents all the great hits, such as Massachusetts, Words, and Saturday Night Fever, as well as songs they wrote for other superstars such as Chain Reaction for Diana Ross, Grease for Frankie Valli and Island In The Stream for Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers.

Enjoy a delicious 2 course meal whilst listening to hit after hit from this wondrous tribute to the three brothers that defined the disco era and went on to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Whether you simply sit back and enjoy the show, or get up and dance the night away to the songs from Saturday Night Fever, you will undoubtedly have a night to remember with the Ultimate Bee Gees.

Bring your mum for a trip back to the disco era, or bring the entire office for your Christmas Party! Either way, don’t forget your flairs!

Ticket Information
All tickets $64.50
includes 2 course meal, drinks at bar prices

Spirit of Christmas - Friday, 13 December 2013

You can sing along to the best Christmas songs and traditional carols and enjoy a show spiced with great comedy.

The performers will light up the stage and indeed the Christmas tree with a show full of songs for the festive season. There will be a mix of Trditional Christmas Carols and some contemporary Christmas songs spiced with a touch of great humour.. Musically the show will be backed on Piano and accoustic guitar by the incomparable David Cameron.

This show will truly be the highlight of this years calender and is sure to sell out fast.....so secure your tickets for the perfect show to wind up another great year...

Promac productions Australia are proud to announce a special Christmas Morning Music, starring Australia’s most popular Morning Show Company The Gaslight Company. The Spirit Of Christmas show will be a mix of traditional Christmas carols mixed with some contemporary Christmas songs spiced up with great Gaslight Comedy

Ticket Information
Member $17, Full $18, Group 10+ $17ea
Christmas Lunch at noon additional $25.00

Trigger - Monday, 20 January 2014 - Saturday, 25 January 2014

TRIGGER a dance residency for young artists with Shaun Parker

Showcase your talents at the workshop and you may be selected for a week long intensive residency with Shaun Parker when he returns to FAC in January 2014 to work specifically with up to 30 selected pre-tertiary and undergraduate aspiring young artists.

The residency will impart professional theatre skills development and offer daily class incorporating dance, yoga, physical theatre technique, theatre making and self devising, understanding meaning, movement and dramaturgy, including the deconstruction of the ‘Happy As Larry’ production.

Applicants for the week long intensive must be of advanced technical standard.

Desired skills:

· contemporary dance

· physical theatre

· classical ballet experience

· break & acrobatic skills

Please include the following details in your application:

· CV (no more than 2 pages)

· show reel links (5 minute maximum)

· a headshot/photo

· a paragraph outlining your five year plan as a dancer and creative interests.

Applications Close: 31 October 2013

Please send all applications to:

projects@shaunparkercompany.com

Please contact Geraldine Timmins, Associate Producer on (02) 9351 7939 if you have any queries regarding the submission of your application.

Dragon - The Trilogy Concert - Friday, 16 May 2014

DRAGON HONOURS THE THREE AGES OF THE BAND’S EVOLUTION

DRAGON – THE TRILOGY CONCERT TOUR THE YOUNG YEARS – THE GLORY YEARS – THE PHOENIX YEARS

Unlike many bands, there are three distinct ages that define the evolution of iconic rock band Dragon. The eras represent the rites of passage that have made the band and its music what it is today, carving out a special place in the popular music history of Australia and New Zealand. Now, for the first time, Dragon is hitting the road to celebrate these three ages with their special Dragon – The Trilogy Concert tour, which will see them performing in metro and regional centres over a few months in early 2014.

The three key eras in Dragon’s four decade history have been dubbed the Young Years (1973 – 1979), the Glory Years (1982 – 1998) and the Phoenix Years (from 2006 on). The current line-up of the band features Todd Hunter, Mark Williams, Pete Drummond and Bruce Reid.

Founder and bass player Todd Hunter says the band will revisit some obscure older songs that they have an affection for and play the hits from each of the eras. “We’ll also have a mystery song slot where we will play a different song every night,” he says. “We’ll take requests for the slot on our Facebook page. The hits speak for themselves. Our task with those is to play them and let the crowd sing along. It seemed to me that there are three distinct eras in the Dragon saga and the songs from each age are markedly different. The Dragon Trilogy Tour is a way of honouring those eras through the songs and a way of making sense of everything that has happened in the last 40 years.”

Ticket Information
Full $55.00, Concession $49.50