Newsletter | #181 | What's On this Week Newsletter | #181 | What's On this Week

Welcome to this week's Melbourne events, exhibitions, sports and community guide for Tuesday June 22 to Monday June 28, 2010.

This week... there's magic in the air with Northcote pulling the Melbourne Magic Festival out of its proverbial hat, marking a fine entry into the upcoming School Holidays. With a great line up of events to entertain the kidlets, there's the Kilmore Celtic Festival held further afield for that weekend out of town, along with the hugely successful Fun4Kids Festival held in Warrnambool.

Those who'd rather stick closer to their little patch of Melbourne, might want to take the kids to Cheltenham where two circuses are currently residing. I'm sure there's a valuable life lesson in there somewhere while watching rival clowns duke it out, probably the same lesson one learns watching Parliament Question Time.



School Holiday Guide
School Holiday Guide for all the latest on what to do with the kids during the Winter Holidays running from June 26 to July 11. The holiday guide offers some of the best things to do over the holiday period for the young and young at heart, with events, tours and holiday care programs.. all in marvellous Melbourne!
How High the Moon, held at Melbourne Cocktail Bar, 24 Moons, is a night with character with feel good performances by professional characterising Burlesque dancers. Stylish, sophisticated and classy, the night features the finest burlesque with a lush, titillating mood.
When: Every Saturday - 9:30pm to 3am


Red Door Burlesque will be performing at the stylish Order of Melbourne in Swanston Street. Offering the finest in burlesque, vaudeville and circus, the night includes seductive tunes from DJ Emma Peel, saucy pinup girls, and death-defying aerial acts performed right above your table.
When: Sunday June 27 - Doors Open 6pm


Atrocity, held at Burlesque Bar in Fitzroy, is a shocking theatrical soap opera of sex, violence, beauty, horror and psychological play that is not for the faint of heart. Shock performance with music, song, dance and the art of wicked tease, the show is a night of Burlesque du Grand Guignol.
When: Every Sunday - Starts 9pm


Entertainment & Nightlife
Jaspora, a 6 piece band that performs sweet Reggae with Soca beats and a Mauritian Creole twist will appear at the iconic Esplanade Hotel in St Kilda. Their heartfelt performances have earned them a reputation as Melbourne's most sought after Reggae and Soca band.
When: Thursday June 24 - 11.30pm to 1am


The Happy Endings will be appearing at the East Brunswick Club where they'll be joined by close friends Zoophyte, Tom Tuena and Kate Gogarty from Sydney. Showcasing their exciting new tunes from their upcoming 2nd album, the Happy Endings have performed L.A's famous Viper Room.
When: Saturday June 26 - Doors Open 8:30pm


Under the Apple Tree, a band with soaring harmonies and influences ranging from Crowded House to Killing Heidi and Paul Kelly, will be performing in Mordialloc and in St Kilda at the Elephant and the Wheelbarrow. With vocals by Miranda Jane, the band offers a mix of relaxed and upbeat music.
When: Saturday & Sunday, June 26 & 27


Regular Gigs
House Of Blues, held at the Royal Standard Hotel in West Melbourne, is a special evening of music presented each week by the Melbourne Blues Appreciation Society. With a featured artist invited to play each wee, performances are followed by an open jam session for all musicians.
When: Every Tuesday - 8pm


A Jazz and Lounge Show Case will be held each week during June at Melbourne's Red Love Cocktail Bar with The Vintage Suits jazz band presenting some of Melbourne's best up and coming Jazz Musician's. Featuring Sarah Taylor, Ron Romero and others the event is free to attend.
When: Wednesdays in June - 8pm to 11pm


Open Mic Sunday's, held at Wild Oscars in Richmond, is a weekly Open Microphone night with gear supplied in house so musicians need only bring their guitar and talent. There is a prize of $50 for the winner plus the chance to play their own fully paid gig on a Friday night at the venue.
When: Sundays - Starts 7pm


Melbourne For Kids
Wombat Stew, playing at the Whitehorse Centre in Nunawading, sees the book by Marcia K.Vaughan and Pamela Lofts brought to life on the stage for children. The Brand New musical that's gooey, chewy, brewy and yummy is adapted for stage by Gary Young and Paul Keelan.
When: Saturday June 26 - 10am & 12pm


Cardboard Spaces, presented by ArtPlay in Birrarung Marr by the Yarra River, is a chance for kids to climb into art in an interactive installation exhibition. Foundation year architecture students from Monash University will construct four cardboard spaces for children to explore.
When: Until June 27 - Wednesdays to Sundays


Circus
Circus Oz has returned to launch the World Premiere of its latest show in Melbourne. The Circus Oz show is a high-energy animal free spectacular, bursting with colour, comedy and breathtaking feats! They'll be appearing under the Big Top, located at Birrarung Marr near Federation Square.
When: Until July 11


Circus Sunrise, an action-packed show for all the family, will be appearing with performances held in Werribee. A true family circus with lineage going back to 1648, the performances of Circus Sunrise feature juggling, acrobatics and whip-cracking excitement!
When: Until July 11 - Werribee


Silvers Grand Magic Circus will be holding performances in Cheltenham. 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 July 11 - Cheltenham


Perry Bros Circus, Australia's oldest circus, will be appearing in Cheltenham, offering quality entertainment to please the entire family. With wire walkers, Jugglers, Whip crackers, balancing acts and more the circus also features performing ponies and camels along with their very funny clowns.
When: Until July 11 - Cheltenham


Dining & Drink
The Roast Collection, held as part of Put Victoria on Your Table - a campaign by the Victorian Government that celebrates our state's greatest food and wine - offers a series of events that honour the traditional roast with special dinners and cooking workshops held at various venues.
When: Held Throughout June


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