Newsletter | #286 | What's On this Week Newsletter | #286 | What's On this Week

Welcome to this week's Melbourne events, exhibitions, sports and community guide for Tuesday to Monday, June 26 to July 2, 2012.

This week... The chilly willies get the nod with the return of Melbourne Winter Festival offering fun, music, food and an outdoor ice rink for those tired of boring old pirouettes by way of socks and linoleum... I know I certainly am and most times it's not even intentional. Rather hazardous, too, while making coffee.

Also on the festival front, there's ExUrban Screens in Frankston with a showcase of digital projections that will transform many a venue. There's also the return of Liquid Architecture with its celebration of experimental sound performances.

Break the two down to a simpler affair of an increase in noise and stuff on the walls and what you have is School Holidays.

With the end of school term this week there's a swag of entertainment for the kids with the Fun4Kids Children's Festival in Warrnambool and the Melbourne Magic Festival in Northcote. You'll also find many other great attractions in our School Holiday Guide with workshops, theatre and more.



OnlyMelbourne Welcomes
High Tea at Park Hyatt Melbourne is the perfect chance to escape the hustle and bustle of the busy city centre. Boasting art deco furniture and incredible art to set the mood as you enter the foyer, their delightful Tea Lounge overlooks a scenic garden courtyard with fountain.
When: Daily from 2.30pm - 5.00pm | Read Full Review by Lynda


Giveaways
Accidently Ugly | WIN a Family Pass!!
Accidently Ugly, presented by St Martins Youth Arts Centre in South Yarra, is a touching performance created by its youngest members. Directed by Melinda Hetzel, the junk-yard theatre production evokes the profoundly beautiful things that children see in ugliness.
When: Friday July 6 - 7pm & Saturday July 7 - 11am


Win a Family Pass!!!
OnlyMelbourne has a Family Pass for 2 Adults & 2 Children to see Accidently Ugly. Winners will be able to attend the Opening Night held on Friday July 6 at 7pm.

To go into the draw, simply email your name, address and contact details with "OnlyMelbourne Accidently Ugly Giveaway"as the subject line.

To email your entry ---> Click Here to Enter Competition

Note: Only Winners will be notified.


School Holiday Guide
Check out our School Holiday Guide for ideas on what to do with the kids during Winter Holidays running from June 29 to July 15. The guide offers some of the best things to do over the holiday period for the young and young at heart, with events, workshops, holiday programs and more.. all in marvellous Melbourne!
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Performances & Theatre
Next To Normal, performed by Fab Nobs Theatre in Bayswater, is a 'feel everything' musical about a suburban middle class family trying to deal with their mother's mental illness. Witty and poignant, the award winning drama features a captivating, contemporary score.
When: Until June 30 - Wednesday to Saturday


Still Life, held at Beaumaris Theatre, is Noel Coward's story of Laura and Alec, a pair whose chance encounters in a railway stations refreshment room lead to them having an affair. It's held as a double bill with a live radio play of Tony Hancock's comedy, The Bowmans.
When: Until July 7 - Fridays & Saturdays


Theatre Slam, held at the Order of Melbourne, invites you to watch some of Melbourne's finest actors slam down with 1, 2 and 3 minute monologues and performances seeing the actors battle to win over audience and industry professionals to become the monthly champions.
When: Monday July 2 - 8pm


Annie, the classic family musical, will be brought to life at Melbourne's Regent Theatre with Anthony Warlow returning in the role of Daddy Warbucks. The inspiring musical follows the fun-filled adventures of an orphan whose efforts to find her parents leads to more than hoped for.
When: June 1 to July 8 | Book Now


Classical, Choral & Recitals
Both Sides Now brings together the talents of Low Rez and Melbourne Singers of Gospel. Held at St Kilda Town Hall, the concert presents songs ranging from Gospel to Soul and Funk to Pop with up to 120 voices on stage and a band featuring legends of Australia's jazz and blues scene.
When: Saturday June 30 - 3pm & 8pm


Takacs Quartet, one of the most remarkable quartets and regarded by many as arguably the best in the world, will perform at Melbourne Recital Centre. Founded in Budapest and steeped in the Hungarian tradition, they'll perform works from Janacek, Britten, Debussy and Ravel.
When: Saturday June 30 - 8pm


Harp in the Melbourne Observatory is a series of inspiring and uplifting concerts presented by Michael Johnson. Proudly performing as The Royal Botanic Gardens resident harpist for over decade, Johnson's compositions are regularly aired on national radio and television.
When: Sundays Until August 19 - Bookings Required


Burlesque, Cabaret & Dance
Raise The Roof is an evening of entertainment showcasing The Substation in Newport as the fantastic arts asset for the local community that it is. Hosted by Rusty Berther from Scared Weird Little Guys, the night features cabaret, music, comedy, circus acts and other surprises.
When: Friday June 29 - 7:30pm


Terrain, held at Melbourne's Arts Centre, is a powerful fusion of contemporary dance and storytelling. Performed by the internationally acclaimed Bangarra Dance Theatre, the production is described as a hymn to country that transports audiences to Lake Eyre, Australia's inland sea.
When: June 29 to July 7


Don Quixote is a presentation by St Kilda's National Theatre Ballet School with the condensed production revealing the fire and excitement of the classic tale at an exhilarating pace. Director, Beverly Jane Fry, will also premier her New Work entitled 'The Greeting Card'.
When: Saturday & Sunday, June 30 & July 1


More Performances & Theatre | More Dance & Ballet


Entertainment & Nightlife
Northcote Theatre's 100th Anniversary celebrates the historic milestone that The Regal Ballroom reaches this year with a return to its former name and a series of events that include live music, Blow-Up Cinema screenings, burlesque and also front bar pop up shows.
When: June 27 to July 27


Game Masters, showing at ACMI Cinema, celebrates video games gaming with a showcase of over 125 playable games. Featuring some of the most groundbreaking games made across arcades, consoles, PC and mobile platforms, there's also artwork, interactive displays and more.
When: June 28 to October 28


Circus
Circus Oz - From The Ground Up is the new ridiculous debacle that features power-packed aerialists, knockabout jugglers and live wire musicians, all acrobatically suspended in disbelief. Irreverent, beautiful and spectacular, it's held Under the Big Top at Birrarung Marr.
When: Until July 15


Silvers Grand Magic Circus will be appearing under the Big Top at Caulfield Racecourse. Established in 1976, the circus offers a great show for people of all ages with performers including everything from jugglers and clowns to acrobats, international performers and more.
Caulfield Racecourse: Until July 15 - Various Dates & Times


Lennon Bros Circus, appearing in Dingley Village, is Australia's oldest touring circus, having started as a Buckjump show. With big cats and other animals, audiences are captivated by the antics of the clowns and enthralled by jugglers, aerialists and the daring wheel of death.
Dingley Village: Until July 15 - Various Dates & Times


Circus Latino, appearing in Sunshine, is a dynamic and exciting show which aims to thrill and captivate audiences of all ages. Featuring talented performers from Argentina and Australia, you will be amazed at daring aerial acts, fire tricks, hoops performances and their hilarious clown.
Sunshine: June 29 to July 1 - Various Dates & Times


More Children's Events | More Circus


Markets, Fetes and Fairs
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
The Roast Collection presents a month-long program that celebrates Victoria's bountiful produce. With over 80 special events held at various venues and restaurants across the state, you'll find warming lunches, delicious dinners, tastings and even workshops to create the perfect roast.
When: Until June 30


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bookarestaurant.com is the easiest way to book a restaurant online. With the choice to search by cuisine and location, you can find great dining offers with some of Melbourne's finest restaurants. Bookings are free and can be made online at any time of the day.
Book a Restaurant Today


Sporting Events
IASbet, Australia's premier online betting agency, offers better odds for Horse Racing and Sports Betting both here and overseas. An easy way to take a punt on any of the many races over the long weekend, you can even receive $100 in FREE bets when you join IASbet online.
Join IASbet for $100 in FREE Bets - Learn More


Australian Rules Football
AFL Premiership | Round 14
Carlton V Hawthorn
Friday June 29, 7:50pm - MCG
Collingwood V Freemantle
Saturday June 30, 1:45pm - MCG
Essendon V Western Bulldogs
Saturday June 30, 7:40pm - Marvel Stadium
Geelong Vs Port Adelaide
Sunday July 1, 1:10pm - Simonds Stadium
St Kilda V North Melbourne
Sunday July 1, 4:40pm - Marvel Stadium


Rugby
Super Rugby Season - Round 19

Melbourne Rebels vs Reds
Friday June 29 - 7:40pm
AAMI Park, Melbourne


Golf
Boys' Victorian Amateur, taking place at Yarra Yarra Golf Club and also at Northern Golf Club, is an Australian Boys' Ranking Event. Conducted by Golf Victoria, the event is held for players under the age of 18 years and is played over 72-holes stroke play.
When: Monday & Tuesday, July 2 & 3


Wrestling
Live Pro Wrestling comes to the Dragonfly Function Centre in Tullamarine when Melbourne City Wrestling presents a night of drama and head-to-head action on the mat as their own wrestlers go up against members of South Australia's Riot City Wrestling.
When: Friday June 29 - Doors Open 6pm


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Trivia & Humour
Shaggy Dog


Shaggy Dog by Deej - Click Here to find what happens!


I'd Swear Someone Lunched Over My Grave!
Many people assume the first cemetery in Melbourne was the Old Melbourne Cemetery, whereas in fact it was Burial Hill, known today as Flagstaff Gardens.

These days, the park is the most highly used garden in Melbourne (per square metre) and a popular lunchtime oasis for workers in the city's northwest.

Willie, the child of James Goodman was the first person to buried in Melbourne, Port Phillip District. He was buried on 13th May 1836 at Burial Hill. This site was only used for about 6 burials.

Read more about Melbourne Cemeteries | Read Melbourne Trivia...


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