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Or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic & Magic. Some people are born with the capacity to do great things. Some people change the world. Some people rise from humble beginnings to defeat the forces of darkness in the face of insurmountable odds. Puffs is the story of the people who sit in class next to these people. Puffs has on Jul 17 announced a final extension to its season at the Alex Theatre. It will now play an additional two weeks, concluding its record smashing Melbourne run on Sunday August 12. 2018
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Carnival of FuturesA series of one-on-one performaces created by artists and futurists -a chance to reflect, act and 'dream forward'.Using the myriad of spaces throughout the North Melbourne Town Hall, participants will be invited to explore, question and predict what's to come for themselves and mankind - one close encounter at a time Journey through the crystal ball with two futurists. Created by Melbourne-bsed artist collective, one step at a time like this - in co;;aboratio with futurists Bridgette Engeler and Jose Ramos - Carnival of ftures invites audiences to ponder the future through a series of one-on-one performances. Participants will initially gather in the Carnival of Futures waiting room before experiencing a series of appointments about the future - anything from kneeling down before an oracle, sharing breeakfast with a mutant futurist to simply have a good old lie down. Season: August 8 - 19. 2-18 Times: 6pm & 8.30pm Wednesday - Saturday. 2pm & 4pm Sunday. Venue: Arts House North Melbourne.
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Dolly Diamond's Christmas in July.Joining Dolly this Christmas in July are two of Santa's favourite helpers, Luke Gallagher and Justin Clausen. OMG - OY Mama GevaltThe Afterlife. Ever wonder what happens after we die? Humans have pondered on this question for thousands of years. It may amuse you, it may frighten you, but none of us can avoid it. Mental as Everything & Scarred for Life. (Cabaret)Singer-Songwriters Damon Smith and Josh Belpeno team up to put mental health under the microscope. Transience (Dance)Transience features three original works. Athletic skill, storytelling and emotion combine on stage in this exciting debut for the Attitude Dance Company Impact Ensemble. Mocha is not Coffee,lAW sCHOOL - it's an absolute disaster. Addicted to their liquid allies: Deb loves a skinny latte, Carolyn English reakfast tea, Ledan soy-milk chai with a shot of de-caffeinated coffee, and Athena adores mocha. ON the cusp of multitiple mental breakdowns, these four law students fear nefver receiving an entry-level job. It's all fun and terror until one goes missing. Ambushed ( musical)A surprising new Australian musical for the dreamy, the damaged and the dysfunctional. A poignant but uplifting coemedy this fresh musical queries the romantic notion of soulmates, using Kate Bush's iconic song Wutherin Heights as an unexpected decision making guide. Performance Management (cabaret)Where can you marvel at the antics of clowns, witness juggling on a grand scale, gawk at a cavalcade of crazies in a modern day freak show, & get paid for the privilege? |
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Scaramouche Jones
Acclaimed Australian acor Colin Friels will star in British playwright Justin Butcher's brilliant one-man play Scaramouche Jnes > Earth’s Prehistoric Aquarium.
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Coral Browne: this F***ing LadyFrom West Footscray to West End, Coral Browne was larger than life. |
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Mandy Patinkin in ConcertMandy Patinkin in Concert:Diaries 2018 with Adam Ben-Cavic on the piano presents the acclaiemd actor, singer and storyteller in his most elestifying role, concert performer.
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Victorian State Schools SpectacularThe 2018 Victorian Schools Spectacular will showcase 3000 young performers from more than 200 schools across Victoria for two shows. |
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2018 SeasonI have to report some very sad news inasmuch as recently La Mama had a very bad fire and was completely destroyed. The forthcoming shows at La Mama will be transferred to otther venues and when notification is forwarded Pktheatre will keep in touch.
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BECKETT THEATREIch Nibber DibberNatalie Rose, Mish Grigor and Zoë Coombs Marr sure talk a lot of shit. First loves, bowel movements, birthing moans and the global financial crisis: they tackle the messy issuesm and it;s all on tape. Generation JeansBelarus Free Theatre is a theatre company in exile. Fopunsers Natalia Lakiada and Nicolai Khalezin, are 'enemies of the state' in Belarus. TrusteesA collaboration wiith the Directors of Belarus Free Theatre: Relax. Get comfortable. Be at easewith history - with the presen. with the future. It's a free country. Say what you want to say. Everything is A OK. Right?
MERLYN THEATREBlastedA gin-swigging journalist and his young lover check into an anonymous hotel room. When a soldier and a war zone explode through the bathreeom wndow, things become barbaric.
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Love is Better in the AfternoonRishard Marchelier, a Govenrment Minister comes to an hotel with his wifein the hope of seducing the oppostion's secretary into an illicit affair; what ensues is a delightful mess as he enlists his assistant Georges Pigier to aid him in the deception. Pigler finds himself stuck in the middle as he mistakenly makes an advance towards Richard's wife and suddenly is trapped in a potential dalliance himself, in the room next door o Richard's forbidden love-nest no less. |
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A Doll's House Part 2 an Australian PremiereIn 1879, Nora Helmer handed her husband her keys and left home, slamming the door behind her. but what ever happened to this famous literary figure from Henrik Ibsen'sA Doll's House? Playwright Lucas Hnath has stunned audiences with his brilliant contemporary classic, which continues Nora's story in a fascinating and funny sequel - of - sorts. Working with Children World PremiereThis complex, funny and subservice new work asks us to imagine a woman who works with children, but hasa secret she's incerdibly ashamed of. Now imagine a man who works with childrenm but says and does things in private he wouldn't want made public. Fortunately there are regulations in place to protect children from dark emotions and the vulnerability of reality. The Architect - World PremiereSuffewring from a seriuos illness, Helen is forced to hire a carer while her devoted partner takes a short overseas trip. Fiercely independent, she conceds to the deal by hiring the least likely chsisate, a young unqualified, homeless tradie called Lonnie, with a dangerous past. As their different worlds collidem, an extraordinary bond is formed across the cultural tabbos of age and class and a tragic pact takes shape Astroman - World PremiereStep back in time to the 80s. Gary Ablett has just signed with Geelong, Cyndi Lauper blartes through the stereo. And for gifted young teenager Jiimmy Djalu, the local video arcade is the place to be over summer, his mum jnows better than anyone that Jimmy is a special kid with the woerld at his feet, but will he ever find the courage to reach for the stars? Twelfth NightThis exquisite comedy is a timeless masterpiece, bursting at the seams with passion and music. Yet it all starts with a twin sister and brother shipwrecked, grief-sstricken, both believing the other to be drowned.
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Peter Pan goes WrongFollowing hot on the wobbly wheels of the box office hit The Play That Goes Wrong Mischielf Theatre brings its triumphant disaster Peter Pan Goes Wrong from London's West End to Australia. |
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2018 SeasonRight Now
Do you still find him seductive, alic Right Now is a disquieting exploration of one woman's crisis, lingering between heartbreak and joy. We Need You More Than Ever
It has been an overwhelmingly exciting year for Red Stitch - sellout houses,. new audiences, loyal supporters, regional tours and a season of acclaimed new work. And, with thanks to you - a small step in the right direction with an increase to our artists fees. We are growing and the outlook for the next 6 months is no exception. Support our EOFY campaign by making tax deductible donation. The Antipodesby Annie BakerA top-notch writers room in lock-down. in pursuit of the ultimate story. A tale about people telling stories about telling stories. Lovesongby Abi Morgan A love affair told over many years. As Maggie and Billy prepare for a critical week together, their former selves re-emerge. Suddenly Last Summerby Tenessee Williams Savagely poetic and provocative, Tennessee Williams; Suddenly Last Summer is a nightmarish contemporary masterpiece. Lamb (A New Play with Songs)by Jane Brodie , music and lyrics by Mark Seymour From multi-award winning palywright Jane Bodie and featuring original songs by Mrk Seymour, Lamb is the story of one famoily on an Australian sheep farm over generations - the guilt of those who left, the lost desires of thaose who stayed behind. |
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The Happiect Refugee Live !!Anh Do's best-selling book The Happiest Refugee has made readers laugh and cy, and was described by Russell Vrowe as "the most surprising and inspiring read I have had in years,"Anh's stage show takes it a steo further, combining stand-up comedy with real life stories, photos and filmed pieces to retell his amazing story. |
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DybbuksAn imagined exorcism interrogating an iconinc Yiddish story through a feminist lens.
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Irish CelticFeaturing the finest performers from the top Irish dance companies, Irish Celtic showcases thrilling and spectacular high energy dance routines with explosive rhythms and nail-biting precision.
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The Happiect Refugee Live !!Anh Do's best-selling book The Happiest Refugee has made readers laugh and cy, and was described by Russell Vrowe as "the most surprising and inspiring read I have had in years,"Anh's stage show takes it a steo further, combining stand-up comedy with real life stories, photos and filmed pieces to retell his amazing story.
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Mandy Patinkin in ConcertMandy Patinkin in Concert:Diaries 2018 with Adam Ben-Cavic on the piano presents the acclaiemd actor, singer and storyteller in his most elestifying role, concert performer.
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Griffin TheatreEvery play ne've produced over the past 40 years, every story that's captured the imagination, every writer who's had their first break at Griffin, all had one thing in common. Make a Donation:
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Peter Pan goes WrongFollowing hot on the wobbly wheels of the box office hit The Play That Goes Wrong Mischielf Theatre brings its triumphant disaster Peter Pan Goes Wrong from London's West End to Australia.
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he Curious Incident of a Dog in the Night-TimeFifteen year-old Christopher Boone has an extraordinary brain, exceptional at math while ill-equipped to interpret every day life. He has never ventured alone beyond the end of his road, he detests being touched and he distrusts strangers. When Christopher falls under suspicion for killing hisd neighbour's dog, his detective work to identify the true culprit, takes him on a journey that upturns his world.
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Nearer the GodsIsaac Newton's first law of motuon are the foundation of countless human advancements. This is the story of how one of the greatest moments of scientific illumination almost didn't happen. It's 1684, the dawn of the Elightment. Bright young astronomer Esward Halley must somehow eangle the secrets of the universe from the brain of fickle and contrary Isaac Newton. At the same time he must wrestle with his faith and risk his home, family and reputation to find the money and means toshare this beautiful, powerful theory witht he world at alrge. For all the celestial bodies and scientific laws named after them, it's easy to think of our 17thCentury giants as infallibel geniuses. But here are our most powerful minds laid bare: ridiculed with self-doubt, squabbling over fame, and ensconsed in bitter intellectual rivalries. HeddaHedda Gabler is railing against her life. She didn't marryu bogan drugslinger George asman so she could play houswife in a monstrous old Coast mansion with white leather couches, blingy chandeliers and endless rounds of Aperol Spritz. She wants something much more. Now her old flame, jiert Lavborg is out of prison and off the junk, is he about to slice off a piece of George's empire? Maybe Hedda can oull some strings to work this to her advantage. |
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Mandy Patinkin in ConcertMandy Patinkin in Concert:Diaries 2018 with Adam Ben-Cavic on the piano presents the acclaiemd actor, singer and storyteller in his most elestifying role, concert performer. |
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Jasper JonesIn the sizzling summer of 1965, a bookish 14 year-old boy flees from the boredom and bullying of small-town life by burying himself in stories of epic adventures \. He never thought he'd find himself living one. Charlie Bucktin lives in a tiny, insignificent busht town where nothing happends. Nothing thast is, until the town's very own Huckleberry Finn - the light-fingered and dark-skinned Jasper Jones - stumbles upon a gruesome crime out by the dam. /who else would he call on for help but the sharpestr kid around? A midnight tap at Charlie's window sparks a race to solve a murder and clear Jasper's name.
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Mad for LoveThe internationally celebrated Grammy-award winning coloratura soprano Sumi Jo returns to Australia this July for a series of unmissabel concerts.
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The Curious Incident of a Dog in the Night-TimeFifteen year-old Christopher Boone has an extraordinary brain, exceptional at math while ill-equipped to interpret every day life. He has never ventured alone beyond the end of his road, he detests being touched and he distrusts strangers. When Christopher falls under suspicion for killing hisd neighbour's dog, his detective work to identify the true culprit, takes him on a journey that upturns his world.
Peter Pan goes WrongFollowing hot on the wobbly wheels of the box office hit The Play That Goes Wrong Mischielf Theatre brings its triumphant disaster Peter Pan Goes Wrong from London's West End to Australia. Madiba the MusicalMadiba the Musical which celebrates the life of the former South Adrican leader, Nelson Mandela. who would have turned 100 in July this year, is interwoven with stories of the fight against apartheid and fobidden love in a troubled land.
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The Ship That Never WasTasmanina's longest running play The Ship That Never Was based on a real event in 1834 when the last ship built at the convict settlement at Macquarie Harbour was about to sail for the new prison at Poet Arthur but was hijacked by 10 convict shipwrights.
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he Curious Incident of a Dog in the Night-TimeFifteen year-old Christopher Boone has an extraordinary brain, exceptional at math while ill-equipped to interpret every day life. He has never ventured alone beyond the end of his road, he detests being touched and he distrusts strangers. When Christopher falls under suspicion for killing hisd neighbour's dog, his detective work to identify the true culprit, takes him on a journey that upturns his world. Peter Pan goes WrongFollowing hot on the wobbly wheels of the box office hit The Play That Goes Wrong Mischielf Theatre brings its triumphant disaster Peter Pan Goes Wrong from London's West End to Australia.
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The Happiect Refugee Live !!Anh Do's best-selling book The Happiest Refugee has made readers laugh and cy, and was described by Russell Vrowe as "the most surprising and inspiring read I have had in years,"Anh's stage show takes it a steo further, combining stand-up comedy with real life stories, photos and filmed pieces to retell his amazing story.
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he Curious Incident of a Dog in the Night-TimeFifteen year-old Christopher Boone has an extraordinary brain, exceptional at math while ill-equipped to interpret every day life. He has never ventured alone beyond the end of his road, he detests being touched and he distrusts strangers. When Christopher falls under suspicion for killing hisd neighbour's dog, his detective work to identify the true culprit, takes him on a journey that upturns his world. Peter Pan goes WrongFollowing hot on the wobbly wheels of the box office hit The Play That Goes Wrong Mischielf Theatre brings its triumphant disaster Peter Pan Goes Wrong from London's West End to Australia.
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Barry Humphries - The Man Behind the MaskOn this tour Barry will take audiences on a revealing, funny and moving trip through his colourful life and theatrical career in an intimate, confessional evening - seasoned with highly personal, sometimes startling, and occasionally outrageous stories - Australia's best loved entertainer will be peeling off his mask to introduce the man behind the clown.
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