Newsletter | #255 | What's On this Week Newsletter | #255 | What's On this Week

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

This week... there's many a Christmas event already doing the rounds with one of the big attractions held in Frankston with the Christmas Festival of Lights. And if you're already feeling the jitters at the idea of scouring for all those presents, fear not.. There are just as many non-Christmas festivals that happen to have markets joined to their celebratory hips, as is the fashion these days.

Two such festival that'll have some snazzy stalls are the Japan Culture Festival in Collingwood and the Paris to Provence French Festival, bringing a touch of ooh la la to South Yarra's Como House.

Speaking of ooh la la... There's the chance this week to learn more about brightness curves for undulators or flux curves for wigglers. You're forgiven if you thought I meant Sexpo. I'm actually referring to the Open Day of the Australian Synchrotron in Clayton.

For those unaware of what this actually is, just picture big kids playing loop-de-loops on a Hot Wheel's Track, but with high energy electrons instead of cars.



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Performances & Theatre
Talk To Me In Two Suites, held at Revolt ArtSpace in Kensington, is a presentation of works by graduates of Verve Studios' Professional Actor Studio. Suite One follows two girls and their travel to Paris, while Suite Two explores a meeting between a boy and girl in a coffee shop.
When: November 25 to December 3


The Story of Mary MacLane by Herself tells the shocking confessional of a 19-year old girl who refused to succumb to the corset-bound prudery of her age. Performed at South Bank's Malthouse Theatre, it stars Andrew Baylor, Bojana Novakovic, Tim Rogers and Dan Witton.
When: November 25 to December 11


Of Mice and Men, based on John Steinbeck's 1937 novella, features award-winning tenor Anthony Dean Griffey in the signature role of Lennie, companion to George as the pair work as migrant farmhands during the Great Depression with their only home a communal bunkhouse.
When: November 26 & 30 and December 3 & 10


Twinkle Twinkle, presented by Controlled Chaos Theatre Company, follows Kelly, a child-hater, through a torturous year that's accidentally spent as a children's librarian. Told through story and song, the hilarious performance by Kelly Ryan is held at The Felix Bar in St Kilda.
When: Until December 4 - Tuesdays & Sundays


Motherhood The Musical, performed for a limited time at Melbourne's Athenaeum Theatre, is a hilarious journey about the lives of four mums and the uncompromising truths about motherhood that they share with each other when they gather together for a baby shower.
When: Wednesday to Sunday, November 23 to 27


Through the Looking Glass, presented by the Childrens Performing Company of Australia and the Young Australian Broadway Chorus, showcases the skills of students from the most dynamic musical theatre course for 8 -18 year olds in Australia. It's held at St Kilda's National Theatre.
When: November 23 to December 4 - Various Dates


One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest, performed at Prahran's Chapel Off Chapel, brings to stage the exuberant, boisterous and devastatingly honest portrayal of the boundaries between sanity and madness. The sharp and whimsical production is presented by Human Sacrifice Theatre.
When: November 24 to December 11


Grey Gardens - The Musical, held at the Arts Centre, tells the story of Edith Bouvier Beale and her daughter, 'Little' Edie, eccentric relatives of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. The play spans the two eras of when their mansion was at its prime and when later reduced to squalor.
When: November 24 to December 4


Musical Works - Double Bill features two new musicals, developed and presented by St Kilda's Theatre Works under the artistic mentorship of Aaron Joyner. The two productions "Housewarming: A New Musical"and "Give My Regards to Broady"feature some of the hottest new talent.
When: November 28 to December 10


Songs - A Play with Music, presented by Black Apple Theatre and performed in Northcote, is a poignant play that draws on the true story of director Veit Harlan and his infamous Nazi film Jud Süss to question stories and the responsibility of people who tell them.
When: Until November 26


Day One. A Hotel, Evening, performed at St Kilda's Red Stitch Actors Theatre, is a startling and observant examination of contemporary values. It's written by Joanna Murray-Smith, a Melbourne based playwright revered for her fearless portrayals of the global middle class.
When: November 16 to December 17


Educating Rita, presented by STAG Theatre in Strathmore, is the semi-autobiographical hit play by Willy Russell. Well known for the 1983 film adaptation, the heart-warming and touching play follows the relationship between a female hairdresser and her Open University teacher.
When: November 17 to 26


She's a Little Finch, held at MKA in Abbotsford, is a story about loss, and the way its impact reverberates through lives, towns and generations, reflected in the tale of Josie, a girl who finds a finch. It's written by Elise Hearst, who won much praise for her last production, Dirtyland.
When: November 17 to 26


Under Milk Wood, presented by Heidelberg Theatre Company in Rosanna, brings to the stage what was originally a radio play by the iconic writer, Dylan Thomas. The darkly hilarious yet poignant production follows the characters of a tiny Welsh seaside village called Llareggub.
When: November 17 to December 3


Fawlty Towers, regarded as one of the greatest television shows, will be given new life by Beaumaris Theatre. With cabaret style seating and BYO drinks, nibbles and glasses, they'll perform The Psychiatrist, The Anniversary and the much loved classic, Basil The Rat.
When: November 18 to December 3 - Various Dates


Over The Moon, presented by Geelong Repertory Theatre Company, is a hilarious farce set in the backstage of a live theatre where megalomaniac leading lady Charlotte and her philandering drunken husband and leading man, George attempt one more shot at starring roles.
When: November 18 to December 3 - Various Dates


Jigsaws, presented by The Basin Theatre near Boronia, is the heart warming Australian drama by Jennifer Rogers. Directed by Joe Tuppenney, the play set in Perth in the 1980s charts the course of three generations as they come to terms with changing circumstances and attitudes.
When: November 10 to December 4


October, performed in Brunswick and presented by Act-O-Matic 3000, probes the ethical consequences of maintaining the status quo in our post 9/11 society. The black comedy follows Tim and Angela, a couple whose lives are disrupted by accusations of an affair.
When: November 10 to 26 - Tuesdays to Saturdays


Bad Blood Blues, presented by Manilla Street Productions and held at Prahran's Chapel Off Chapel, is a s powerfully intense and totally engrossing new play present set in Africa as it deals with AIDS drug trials and the sexual moral maze between medical researcher and student.
When: November 11 to 26


The Importance of Being Earnest, Oscar Wilde's most enduring play, will be performed by Southbank's Melbourne Theatre Company. Regarded as one of the greatest comedies ever written, the tale of mistaken identities and stars the talented Geoffrey Rush as Lady Bracknell.
When: November 12 to December 30


Return to Earth, presented by Melbourne Theatre Company, is a quirky production from award-winning playwright Lally Katz. Following the story of Alice, a girl who returns home to find that nothing seems as familiar as it should, performances are held at the Arts Centre's Fairfax Studio.
When: November 4 to December 17


Fat City, presented by Impro Melbourne, delves into the underworld when UnderBelly meets Sin City over 12 hours of unscripted drama. Mixing linear and non-linear spontaneous storytelling from a large ensemble cast, performances are held at The Space in Prahran.
When: Sundays Until Dec 4 (Except Nov 20)


Love Never Dies brings the phenomenal musical hit to Melbourne with performances at the Regent Theatre. Continuing Andrew Lloyd Webber's greatest love story, The Phantom of the Opera, the musical follows on ten years after the Phantom's disappearance and his new life in New York.
When: Until December 17 | Book Now


Classical, Choral & Recitals
Ravishing Romanticism, held at Melbourne Recital Centre, is a concert by Trio Anima Mundi, noted for eclectic and diverse performances. Their third concert for this year, the program features music from the Romantic period with works by Brahms and Elfrida Andree.
When: Saturday November 26 - 3pm


With One BIG Voice, held at Melbourne Town Hall, is a special concert presented by Creativity Australia and Creative Universe. With all proceeds go to Creativity Australia's With One Voice choir programs, the choirs will be conducted by Shaun Islip, Stefan Cassomenos and others.
When: Sunday November 27 - 3:30pm
Followed By: Pot-Pourri Silver 25 Year Anniversary Concert


Corpus Medicorum, performing in Southbank, is the Melbourne based Chamber Orchestra of the Australian Doctors' Orchestra. Conducted by Keith Crellin, the concert program features the tuneful sounds of Vaughan Williams and special guest Susan Bradley playing Tuba.
When: Sunday November 27 - 5pm


La Traviata, performed at the Arts Centre by Opera Australia, is Verdi's celebrated tale of Violetta, a beautiful courtesan who's always believed she would never fall in love, until she meets Alfredo. The lavish production features detailed period costumes and grand ensemble scenes.
When: November 16 to December 17 - Various Dates


Burlesque, Cabaret & Dance
Sex, Drugs and Vaudeville, held at the Butterfly Club in South Melbourne, brings to the stage an hilarious evening of songs, sass and satire as international cabaret sensation Joe Black show how jaded and indecently funny one can become on a diet of sex, drugs and vaudeville.
When: Tuesday to Sunday, November 22 to 27


Texas Jack's Cabaret Bonanza, presented by Jack Lad and Red Bennies in South Yarra, offers a fine line-up of Texmex bands and burlesque fillies with Miss Lauren (Lassoo) Skopalova, Miss Jasper Jewell and Miss Honey B. Goode. There's also prizes for best cowpoke outfit.
When: Friday November 25 - 8pm til Late


Snuff Party #3 presents a night of artistic trickery coupled with devious shock-jock entertainment as Footscray Drill Hall invites guests to dance amongst Snuff Puppets' latest creations, the Human Body Parts, combining puppetry, live music, visual and physical theatre.
When: Sunday November 27 - 8pm


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Entertainment & Nightlife
Lisa's ACC Cancer Benefit, held in Malvern East, is a night of entertainment held to raise money to assist Melbourne Model, Lisa O'Hara in getting overseas treatment for a rare form of Cancer. Money raised will also go to Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma Organisation International.
When: Saturday November 26
Also See: Dead Man's Hand | Lisa O'Hara Benefit


A Pot Full of Thanks, held at Northcote Social Club, is presented by Melting Pot to celebrate a successful year of their many events that support local Melbourne music. The night features Dapplegrim along with other guests, Tane Emia-Morre, Jude St Jude and Jess Witney.
When: Wednesday November 23 - 7:30pm to Late


Cold Chisel will be appearing at Rod Laver Arena in a tour hatched in secret nearly two years ago following their successfully memorable one-off show at Sydney's Olympic Stadium. One of biggest Australian concerts of the year, they'll be supported by special guests.
When: November 24 and December 8 & 9


Martin Cilia, Australia's premier surf guitarist and also a member of legendary Australian surf band, The Atlantics, will be performing at St Kilda RSL. Performing songs from his latest album and solo repertoire, he'll be supported on the night by the Ben Rogers Trio.
When: Friday November 25 - 8pm


The Fearless Vampire Killers, basking in the glow of their debut LP, Batmania, which is already being applauded with rave reviews, will officially launch the release of this excitingly electric album with the popular Melbourne band holding a performance at the East Brunswick Club.
When: Saturday November 26 - 8pm


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Cinema
Screaming Queens: The Riot at Compton's Cafeteria will screen at Brunswick's Solidarity Salon to honour Transgender Day of Remembrance. The Emmy Award-winning film is a documentary of the first-known collective uprising against queer and transgender oppression.
When: Thursday November 24 - 7pm


Summer Time Cinema, presented by the City of Boroondara, offers outdoor screenings held at various parks and gardens. Free to attend, bring along a blanket, pack a basket, and settle in for some great entertainment with films that include the classic, Casablanca.
Sat Nov 26 - 8pm: Moulin Rouge - Camberwell
Sat Dec 3 - 8pm: Sixteen Candles - Ashburton
Sat Dec 10 - 8pm: Casablanca - Balwyn


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Melbourne For Kids
IT enables Free Family Fun Day, held at Experimedia at the State Library of Victoria, features stalls showcasing assistive technology, services and products. There'll also be great fun with a Children's Storytime with Auslan interpreter and braille, Wii games, music and more.
When: Saturday November 26 - 10am to 3pm


Santa Special on Puffing Billy presents a delightfully decorated steam-hauled train that allows Santa to meet as many families as possible with the jolly fellow himself at Emerald to hand a present to each child whilst Santa's helpers provide adults with tasty refreshments.
When: Saturdays Until December 17


Myer Christmas Windows, an iconic part of Melbourne Christmas each year, offer a specially selected theme chosen from a story book, nursery rhyme, a film or even the theatre - brought to life in an animation spectacular that ignites the imagination and Christmas spirit in all.
When: November 4 to January 5


Markets, Fetes and Fairs
Boutique Christmas Market, held at Beaumaris North Primary School, is full of all things creative and fabulous with beautiful gifts for the young and not so young and everyone in between. With over 40 handpicked stalls, the market will also include a gourmet food area.
When: Wednesday November 23 - 4pm to 7:30pm


Clifton Hill Primary School Christmas Fair offers plenty of activities for kids of all ages with rides, badge making and a fun sandpit dig. Along with gourmet food and coffee available, the fair will feature a wine and daiquiris bar, live music, a huge silent auction, stalls and more.
When: Saturday November 26 - 10am to 4pm


Middle Park Primary School Twilight Fair features food and produce stalls, a wine bar and entertainment with live music, a talent quest and more. Wristbands for sale on the day grant unlimited rides on a wide range of exciting rides including the Adrenaline Rush and the Cyclone.
When: Saturday November 26 - 3pm to 8pm


Caulfield Junior College International Fete will have fantastic food stalls and great craft activities for the kids along with unlimited rides available with purchase of a wristband. With stalls offering an enormous range of produce and gifts, there's also trash fashion and more.
When: Sunday November 27 - 10am to 4pm


Australian Animal Protection Society Fete, held in Keysborough, is held to raise much-needed funds for the shelter with a fantastic day of entertainment that includes a jumping castle, face painting, a huge retro stall, food and live music, photos with Father Christmas and much more.
When: Sunday November 27 - 10am to 3pm


Vintage & Contemporary Christmas Fair features rare and collectable, hobby and memorabilia items with cards, posters and more with traders from all over Australia. Taking place at Mornington Racecourse with a wide range of collectables, the fair is a great chance to find unique gifts.
When: Sunday November 27 - 9am to 3pm


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Melbourne Market Guide
View MARKETS calendar to make the most of the rare sunny days (it's a coin toss, isn't it!) and head to one of Melbourne's many excellent markets for a bargain!

A growing number of food, produce and even wine markets are springing up around the suburbs.

Fetes Fairs & Shows
Art & Craft Markets
Food & Produce Markets
Swap Meets
Garage Sales


Wining & Dining
Labassa Christmas High Tea is a chance to enjoy the sumptuous surroundings of one of Melbourne's most beautiful estates along with a glass of sparkling wine or juice on arrival and delicious food. Tickets for the traditional Christmas themed High Tea include a tour of the house.
When: Sunday November 27 - 3:30pm to 5:30pm


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Sporting Events
Soccer | Hyundai A-League
Hyundai A-League - Week 8

Melbourne Victory vs Gold Coast United
Sunday November 27 - 5pm
AAMI Park, Melbourne


Polo
Christmas Polo, now in its sixth year, is well established as one of the largest polo events in Australia. Hosted at the home of Victorian Polo, in the timeless surrounds of historical Werribee Mansion built in the Victorian era, the event also features entertainment throughout the day.
When: Saturday November 26


Motor Sports
Springnats, held at Shepparton Showgrounds, is Victoria's largest performance car festival with the event providing motor vehicle enthusiasts the opportunity to display their skills and vehicles against other enthusiasts in a safe, controlled and friendly environment.
When: Friday to Sunday, November 25 to 27


Cycling
7 Peaks Alpine Ascent Challenge is a chance for riders of all levels to take on the peaks of Victoria's High Country to win a trip to next year's Tour de France. With climbs in Mt Baw Baw, Dinner Plain and other areas, riding four of the seven courses puts you in the running.
When: Until March 31


RACV Great Victorian Bike Ride offers a 9-day journey through a diverse combination of lakes, rivers, scenic roads and stunning mountain ranges. Organised each year by Bicycle Victoria, this year's event will travel along the mighty Murray River and the Goldfields.
When: November 26 to December 4


Community Sports
Great Pursuit Corporate Challenge, presented by Uplift Events, raises funds for charity by inviting teams to compete in a fun event that combines elements from the Amazing Race and orienteering into one exciting urban adventure as they follow a trail of clues through Melbourne.
When: Friday November 25


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Trivia & Humour
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You've Got A Mephistopheles Or Two..
A ghost walks Melbourne's splendid Princess Theatre. Singer, Federici, died as he descended from the stage through the trap in March 1888 after playing Mephistopheles in the opera Faust

The night after, the cast claimed that two Mephistopheles stepped forward to take their bows. Federici's replacement, Ernest St Clair swore that every time he stepped forward to take his bow invisible hands pushed him backwards.

Since then there have been many sightings and it is regarded as good luck to have seen the ghost. It's said that the Princess leaves a seat for Federici in the balcony on opening nights.

More about Haunted Melbourne.. | Read Melbourne Trivia...


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