Newsletter | #124 | What's On this Week Newsletter | #124 | What's On this Week

Welcome to this week's Melbourne events, exhibitions, sports and community guide for the week running from Tuesday May 19 - Monday May 25, 2009.

This week.. another glorious chapter begins with the annual Emerging Writers' Festival with forums, performances and more for all of Melbourne's budding bards and bookworms. There's also the Melbourne Italian Festival celebrating everything from food and music to cinema and more.

Melbourne also gets to enjoy the soothing melodies of the Autumn Chamber Music Festival with performances of opera and more by some of Australia's finest musicians, while Stonnington Jazz continues to offer swinging tunes for those who like things a little more bold and brassy. The Spanish Film Festival also continues with more screenings to come, so catch it while you can.


And with just a taste further down, check here to view more of the following..
Chorus by Chorus is a special performance by two of Melbourne's most outstanding choirs, the Choral Institute of Melbourne's CHIME choir and the Ashton-Smith Singers. Held at Ivanhoe Girls' Grammar School, the performance features choral favourites and includes soloists Roy Best and Kirsten McMillan.
When: Saturday May 23 - Doors Open 7:30pm


Love And War is a presentation by Melbourne Rainbow Band that will showcase the talents of the Melbourne Gay and Lesbian Youth Chorus, an award-winning choir that aims to challenge stereotypes. Featuring special guests, the concert held at Chapel Off Chapel will be conducted by Mark Lyall.
When: Sunday May 24 - 6pm



Entertainment & Nightlife
Geoffrey Gurrumul Yunupingu, recipient of three Australian Independent Record Awards, will be performing at The Palais in St Kilda. Regarded as one of the best recorded voices in Australia, he'll be backed by the Erkki string quartet and the night will feature a solo set by East Timorese artist, Ego Lemos.
When: Saturday May 23 - Doors Open 7.30pm


Kew Band, one of Victoria's leading brass ensembles and also considered one of Australia's premiere 'A' Grade bands, will be performing at Hawthorn Town Hall. Accompanied by talented musicians, they'll be performing concertos by Langford, Hummel and others as part of the final of the Brass Concerto Award.
When: Sunday May 24 - 2pm | FREE Entry


Jazz n Shiraz, featuring Los Angeles jazz singer Connie Lansberg, is a performance held at Darebin's RSL in Preston that offers a great evening out with a family friendly atmosphere, set in a venue large enough for children to play and dance in while parents relax with some great Jazz and Blues tunes.
When: Sunday May 24 - 6pm


Easy, the latest wunderkind in the nightclub crèche held at Melbourne's Word Bar, will be celebrating their opening with a night of old school beats and funk with DJ's Snowie, Obliveus, and special guests. Entry to the opening night includes select VIP copies of the Easy @ Word mix CD for earlybirds.
When: Opening Night May 23 | $5 Entry


The Melbourne Folk Club meet each weekend to enjoy live acoustic music, offering a great afternoon with CDs available by local performers. Performances are held at the Grandview Hotel in West Brunswick with the next guest performers being Australian folk music icon, Judy Small along with The Hannafords.
When: Saturday May 23 - 3pm to 6pm


South Side Funk features the funkiest DJ's from both Melbourne and interstate playing true old-school funk like you'll never find at any other venue. Held at Big Mouth, located in St Kilda, South Side Funk is the hottest place in Melbourne for all you money-maker shakers to get down with groovy basslines.
When: Every Friday Night | FREE Entry


Burlesque & Cabaret
Curly Girl Burlesque, held at Fitzroy's Burlesque Bar each week, is a fun, cheeky and risque show, which began as an Hours Level research project by Claire Haywood, and has since gone on to become a hit that celebrates the burlesque of yesteryear with a contemporary touch that challenges perceptions of women.
When: Every Friday Night - 9pm


Cristal Burlesque, held each week at the Chapel Street bar, Cristal, showcases some of Australia's finest Burlesque performers with circus and vaudeville acts, regular international guests and DJs playing sultry blues at one of Melbourne's most luxurious venues and decadent events.
When: Every Sunday - Doors Open 7pm


Comedy
Comedy@Spleen is a comedy night at Spleen Bar in Bourke Street, where you can step out to enjoy a great night out with an eclectic mix of Melbourne's comedy scene featuring established personalities and comedy legends from radio and television with guests such as Glenn Robbins, Corinne Grant and others.
When: Every Monday - 8:30pm to 10:30pm | FREE Entry


Cinema
The Spanish Film Festival, now celebrating 12 years, offers a fantastic program that features entertaining and beautiful films screening at Palace Cinema Como and Kino Cinema. This year's selection also includes the largest retrospective of the irreverent Luis Buñuel's work ever screened in Australia.
When: Continuing Until May 25

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Melbourne For Kids
The Goal Kick Program, held by East Bentleigh Soccer Club, is a great development program to introduce young boys and girls aged 5 to 7 to the game of soccer in a non-competitive and fun environment. With weekly sessions of skill drills and game play, kids can learn the sport while having fun and making new friends.
When: Saturday Mornings - 10am to 11.15am


Jason and the Argonauts is a rare chance to see this charming performance by Visible Fictions, Scotland's acclaimed children's theatre company. Performed by two hugely likeable young actors, the classic tale is told in a quirky, funny and exciting show that will enchant all children. It's held at the Arts Centre.
When: Saturday May 23 - 11am & 2pm


The Fish that Wanted to Fly, a play about pursuing your dreams, will be performed along with The Mermaid's Daughter, an enchanting tale told with shadow puppetry and music. Held as part of the monthly program, La Mama for Kids, performances are held at the historic Carlton home of Australian theatre, La Mama.
When: Saturday May 23 - 11am & 2pm


Kid Disco is at the Chelsea Heights Hotel where kids can enjoy all the fun of a primary school disco kicked up a notch! With two sessions held every Saturday afternoon, Kid Disco features professional DJ's, a disco light show and dance instructors who perform and offer dancing tips. Entry includes a meal on the day.
When: Saturdays - 1pm to 3pm & 4pm to 6pm | $11 Entry


Circus Shows
Silvers Grand Magic Circus will be appearing in Altona with performances at Doug Grant Reserve. Established in 1976, Silvers Grand Magic Circus offers a great show for the whole family, with everything from jugglers and clowns to acrobats, international performers and much more.
When: Various Days | Located in Altona Until June 8


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