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Jello Biafra Talks!

May 18th 2013 17:32
What Would Jello Do?



Returning to Australia for his first band shows since 1983, former Dead Kennedy's frontman Jello Biafra has now added a handful of talking shows to his extended schedule.

Entitled What Would Jello Do?, the talking shows follow on from Biafra's you tube series of the same name in commenting on contemporary political issues, democracy, government conspiracy and cover ups, election fraud - the type of banter Jello is notorious for telling and for which he's an excellent orator.


In addition, Jello will also perform a DJ set in Hobart and will also perform in Sydney for Vivid Ideas joining the forward thinking Ruby Speudo and artist Karen Therese in discussion on a subject entitled Build A Movement.

Jello last appeared in talking mode in Australia in 2012. He appeared to packed houses both solo and in Q&A mode for the Melbourne Festival commenting on SLAM and Occupy on a panel that also included The Church's Steve Kilbey and moderator Dave Graney.

Meanwhile, Jello's new music venture The Guantanamo School Of Medicine also tour Australia this May performing the Dead Kennedy's hits of yore as well as material from all three JB&TGSM albums.

Don't miss Jello Biafra live in Australia this May.
Tickets for all shows are on-sale now.




JELLO BIAFRA TALKING SHOWS

Thursday 23rd May: Melbourne, The Gershwin Room
Tickets $30.00 bf from oztix.com.au,
ph: 1300 762 545 or in person at all Oztix outlets.

Friday 24th May: Melbourne, Thornbury Theatre
Tickets $30.00 bf from oztix.com.au,
ph: 1300 762 545 or in person at all Oztix outlets.

Saturday 25th: May, Hobart, The Founders Room
Talking show and DJ set tickets $35.00 bf / Talking show only $30.00 bf
from moshtix.com.au, ph: 1300 GET TIX or in person at all Moshtix outlets.

Monday 27th: Sydney, Museum Of Contemporary Art (Build A Movement)
Tickets $25.00 bf from vividsydney.oztix.com.au,
ph: 1300 762 545 or in person at all Oztix outlets.

Tuesday 28th: Sydney, The Factory Theatre
Tickets $31.70 bf from ticketek.com.au, www.factorytheatre.com.au,
ph: 9550 3666 or in person at all Ticketek outlets.




JELLO BIAFRA &THE GUANTANAMO SCHOOL OF MEDICINE


Friday 10th May: Adelaide, Fowlers Live
special guests Grong Grong & Central Deli Band
Tickets $46.00 bf from feelpresents.com,
phone 1300 GET TIX or in person at all Moshtix and Oztix outlets

Saturday 11th May: Melbourne, Corner Hotel
special guests Useless Children & The Kremlings
Tickets $46.00 bf from feelpresents.com
ph: 9427 9198 or in person at the Venue and Oztix outlets
including Greville and Polyester Records.

Sunday 12th May: Melbourne, Corner Hotel
special guests Grong Grong and The Spinning Rooms
Tickets $46.00 bf feelpresents.com,
ph: 9427 9198 or in person at the Venue and Oztix outlets
including Greville and Polyester Records.

Tuesday 14th: Perth, Rosemount Hotel
TBC
Tickets $46.00 bf from oztix.com.au, feelpresents.com,
phone 1300 762 545 or in person at all Oztix outlets
including 78 and Mills Records.

Thursday 16th: Brisbane, Hi-Fi
special guests The Celibate Rifles
Tickets $48.00 bf feelpresents.com
phone 1300 THE HIFI or in person at all Oztix outlets.

Friday 17th: Coolangatta Hotel
special guests The Celibate Rifles
Tickets $44.00 bf from feelpresents.com,
phone 1300 762 545 or in person at all Oztix outlets.

Saturday 18th: Sydney, The Metro
special guests Hard-Ons & Zeahorse
Tickets $47.70 bf from metrotheatre.com.au, feelpresents.com,
phone 9550 3666 or in person at all Ticketek and Oztix outlets.

Sunday 19th: Newcastle, Cambridge Tavern
special guests Hard-Ons
Tickets $44.00 bf from yourcambridge.com and in person at the Venue.
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Hot Shoe Shuffle

May 9th 2013 21:43
Hot Shoe Shuffle


Now playing until May 25 Brisbane QPAC
Sydney Lyric from July 5
Melbourne Her Majesties Theatre from August 9

"Hot Shoe Shuffle Comes of Age”
The Courier Mail

Hot Shoe Shuffle, the Tap Musical opened at QPAC, Brisbane to rave reviews and a standing ovations last weekend. Hot Shoe Shuffle continues in Brisbane till May 25 before moving to Sydney on July 5 followed by Melbourne on August 9. Opening night showed Brisbane audiences that this is one musical that is not to be missed, and is one that you will want to see again and again.



“We were thrilled to see that we have resonated with an audience of all ages. We couldn’t have asked for a better opening night. It was a great start to the tour, receiving a standing ovation for every performance on our opening weekend and every show since,” said David Atkins.


Before Tap Dogs and The Boy from Oz, Hot Shoe Shuffle paved the way as the first Australian musical to succeed both at home and internationally and is one of the longest running multi-award winning musicals ever to be produced in Australia. Originally conceived, directed and produced by David Atkins OAM in 1992 it was choreographed by both Atkins and the now world-renowned tap choreographer Dein Perry.

Featuring the big band hits of the 1940s, Hot Shoe Shuffle has won numerous awards and been produced in six different countries. It played sell-out seasons in London, where the production won the prestigious Lawrence Olivier Award for Choreography.

It has also won an ARIA Award for its soundtrack album, 4 Mo Awards, 2 Green Room Awards, and an Advance Australia Award for services to the Arts. After its award-winning season on London’s West End, Hot Shoe Shuffle broke box office records on the UK’s regional touring circuit, where it toured for two years.

Whether you saw it in the 90s or have never seen it before, get yourself into the theatre before it is too late and witness this true Australian gem.
The Courier Mail

If you love dynamic, muscular dancing then this is the show for you. A cast of new faces brought enormous energy and continued virtuosity to the art of tap dancing that can only be described as brilliant.
Stage Whispers

The cast were amazing. The subtle nuances that each cast member brought to their character added real value to the production.
Dance Hub

What a crackerjack tap and bounce that was, with its nonstop rhythm and speed.
Absolute Theatre

You really can’t stop yourself from wishing for more.
The Courier Mail

Hot Shoe Shuffle has become a contemporary chapter itself in that impressive history book of dance – Sit still, if you can!
Inside Entertainment

You will find yourself on the edge of the seat tapping right alongside with the cast.
SameSame.com


LYRIC THEATRE QPAC
TILL 25 MAY 2013
Now playing for a limited season
Tuesday to Saturday evenings
Wednesday and Saturday Matinees
Sunday afternoon
Premium Tickets $110.00 – 125.00
A reserve $99.00-$105.00
B reserve $89.00- $95.00
C reserve $79.00-$85.00
Concession A Reserve $89 (Excluding Saturday night performances)
Groups of 10 38407466 groups@qtix.com.au
QPAC 136 246

SYDNEY LYRIC
(at The Star)
FROM 5TH of JULY 2013
Tuesday to Saturday evenings
Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday Matinees
Sunday afternoon

All preview tickets $79.00
Premium Tickets $110.00 – 125.00
A reserve $79-$105.00
B reserve $89.00- $95.00
Concession from $89.00 (A Reserve tickets only)
SYDNEY LYRIC

HER MAJESTY'S THEATRE, MELBOURNE
FROM 9TH of AUGUST 2013
Tuesday to Saturday evenings
Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday Matinees
Sunday afternoon
All preview tickets $79.00
Premium Tickets $110.00 – 125.00
A reserve $79-$105.00
B reserve $89.00- $95.00
Concession from $89.00 (A Reserve tickets only)
HER MAJESTY'S THEATRE, MELBOURNE
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TAYLOR SWIFT in AUS/NZ

May 8th 2013 23:01
TAYLOR SWIFT
TO BRING THE RED TOUR TO AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND

SWIFT BECOMES FIRST SOLO FEMALE ARTIST IN 20 YEARS TO HEADLINE STADIUMS ACROSS AUSTRALIA

The Frontier Touring Company are delighted to announce that 7-time GRAMMY winner and international superstar Taylor Swift is heading down under with her blockbuster THE RED TOUR. The talented singer songwriter today confirmed she will be performing stadium shows in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth, as well as an arena date in Auckland, later this year as the first overseas leg of her acclaimed THE RED TOUR.

Taylor Swift


Notably, Taylor Swift will be the first solo female in twenty years to undertake a national stadium tour of Australia, with the last being Madonna’s Girlie Show tour in 1993, also promoted by Frontier Touring.

Promoter Michael Gudinski from The Frontier Touring Company said, "I saw the first stadium show of Taylor’s THE RED TOUR and Australia and New Zealand are in for an absolute treat. Taylor Swift is a superstar globally and has repeatedly sold out multiple arenas in both Australia and New Zealand. She has proven herself to be one of the most significant female artists of our time and it is a natural progression to see her take her touring to the next level here, with the confirmation that she will play four massive stadium shows across Australia this summer. It’s been 20 years since Madonna played stadiums for Frontier and I can honestly think of only a tiny handful of solo artists - male or female - who could fill stadium venues today."

Taylor Swift, currently headlining sold-out stadiums and arenas in North America on her THE RED TOUR, made today's announcement in response to strong fan demand. Australia and New Zealand are the first international markets outside of the USA to be announced for THE RED TOUR.



The 7-time GRAMMY winner’s THE RED TOUR performance features two multi-level stages, elaborate costumes, dancers, aerialists and changing sets. In a concert event that provides non-stop action and state of the art technology, Taylor constantly moves around the venue and uses different stages, giving every audience member a great seat. Taylor plays electric guitar, banjo, piano and acoustic guitar and changes costumes 10 times over the course of the evening. Her set features several songs from her record-breaking RED album, as well as new takes on several other fan favourites.

Taylor Swift’s THE RED TOUR is earning universally high praise from top critics:

Rolling Stone -- “Seeing Taylor Swift live in 2013 is seeing a maestro at the top of her or anyone's game. No other pop auteur can touch her right now for emotional excess or musical reach. Red [is] the slickest, smartest and just plain best mega-pop statement of our time. Seeing Taylor onstage now is seeing....total commitment, total fan fervor, total connection between audience and performer. A true arena-rock goddess at an amazing peak.”

The New York Times -- “A king-size spectacle, [whose] juxtapositions have power, one theatrical scene after the next. Taylor Swift off-script is very much like Taylor Swift on-script: not just the brains of the operation, but the brawn, too, the unflappable force that ensures stuck landings. Ms. Swift’s voice is stronger than it’s ever been, and also sturdier... she sang vividly from behind a piano, show[ing] credible dark emotion."

The Village Voice - "Taylor Swift was born to entertain. Swift remains genuine….which speaks further to her endless appealing nature as a performer."

The Miami Herald – “Genuinely powerful. Swift seems to have made an astute transition to her new identity of self-determined young woman. Swift came across as sincere and open in a way that made her the modest but adored mistress of a girl-power mega church.”

The Atlanta Journal Constitution – “She’s supremely gifted…..For two hours T-Swizzle thoroughly charmed, entertained, and connected with the audience.”

Orlando Sentinel -- “Visually and musically, this was Swift’s most accomplished production yet.”


The North American portion of THE RED TOUR is currently playing 66 shows (including 13 stadium stops) in 47 cities in 29 states and 3 provinces spanning 6 months in 2013.

Taylor Swift, who writes all of her own songs, is a seven-time GRAMMY winner, and is the youngest winner in history of the music industry’s highest honor, the GRAMMY Award for Album of the Year. She is the only female artist in music history (and just the fourth artist ever) to twice have an album hit the 1 million first-week sales figure, and is the first artist since the Beatles (and the only female artist in history) to log six or more weeks at #1 with three consecutive studio albums. Taylor has an album on Rolling Stone’s prestigious The 50 Greatest Albums of All Time (by women) list, Time magazine has named her one of the 100 Most Influential people in the world, and she is Billboard's youngest-ever Woman of the Year. Taylor has career record sales in excess of 26 million albums and 75 million song downloads worldwide, and has had singles top both the country and pop radio charts around the globe.

Tickets to see Taylor Swift in Australia and New Zealand are priced from $85. A very limited number of premium Pit tickets will be sold for each show, which will allow fans 16 years and over access to an exclusive standing area surrounded by Taylor’s stage. The remainder of each venue will be fully reserved seating throughout.

Pre-sale tickets will be available via Really Long Link from Tuesday 14 May to Wednesday 15 May (or prior if the pre-sale allocation is exhausted). Start times are staggered for each city so please refer to the website for local details. General public on sale Tuesday 21 May - please check dates below for local start times.

TAYLOR SWIFT
THE RED TOUR
General Public On-sale Tuesday 21 May
Pre-sale via Really Long Link commences Tuesday 14 May
– see website for your local presale starting times

Friday 29 November - Auckland Vector Arena

Ticketmaster 0800 111 999 ticketmaster.co.nz

Tickets on sale Tuesday 21 May 9am NZ local



Wednesday 4 December - Sydney Allianz Stadium

Ticketek 132 849 ticketek.com.au

Tickets on sale Tuesday 21 May 9am NSW local



Saturday 7 December - Brisbane Suncorp Stadium

Ticketek 132 849 ticketek.com.au

Tickets on sale Tuesday 21 May 10am QLD local



Wednesday 11 December - Perth nib Stadium

Ticketmaster 136 100 ticketmaster.com.au

Tickets on sale Tuesday 21 May 9am WA local



Saturday 14 December - Melbourne Etihad Stadium

Ticketmaster 136 100 ticketmaster.com.au

Tickets on sale Tuesday 21 May 9am VIC local


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RUSSIAN NATIONAL BALLET THEATRE

April 29th 2013 09:14
XDR (Australia) Cultural Promotion presents
RUSSIAN NATIONAL BALLET THEATRE
Swan Lake
The Nutcracker


Australian National Tour
September - November 2013


Returning to Australia to perform two of the most memorable and enchanting classical ballets



The Russian National Ballet Theatre returns for a tour of full-length classical performances of Swan Lake and The Nutcracker in over 20 cities across Australia from September.

With more than 50 ballet dancers, the Russian National Ballet Theatre has toured the USA, China, Italy, France, Belgium, Spain, Portugal, Guatemala, Poland, South Korea and Japan transforming Russian Ballet.

Tchaikovsky's instantly recognisable music set against the wonderfully dark story of good against evil; Swan Lake is one of the most famous and loved of all ballets. This production by Evgeny Amosov, Artistic Director of The Russian National Ballet Theatre, is heralded around the world.

Swan Lake's glamorous set is evocative of the Russian Imperial world in which the ballet was created, while the haunting moonlit lakeside is perfect for the tragic conflict of the human and spirit worlds and allows the audience to be swept away in the vulnerability of Odette/ Odile.

One of the most extravagant theatrical events of all time, the original St Petersburg staging of The Nutcracker in 1890 was a remarkable illustration of the Russian Imperial style at its peak. It is known as one of the superior Russian National Ballet Theatre productions in the modern era. Joined by a huge cast in a fairytale setting, the, current staging is also directed by Evgeny Amosov and accompanied by a glorious Tchaikovsky score. This version of The Nutcracker has all the elements of an enduring fairy tale: adventure, fantasy, good versus evil, and of course, love.

The Russian National Ballet Theatre was founded with support of the Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation. The basis for the creation of the theatre was the necessity of promising young theatre with high creative potential, both classical and contemporary.The theatre's repertoire includes not only classical performances such as Sleeping Beauty, Scotland Suite, Don Quixote and Gala Concert, but also modern ballets set to the music of Mozart, Bach, Ravel and others.

Artistic Director Evgeny Amosov, graduated from the Perm Academy of choreography and then joined the Ekaterinburg Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet as a principal dancer. He is also a prize-winner of Russian and International choreography contests of ballet-masters and ballet dancers. In 1988 Amosov was awarded the title Honored artist of Russia and in 1990 was the leading solo dancer of the state theatre Russian ballet.From 1993 till 1998 he studied at the Russian Academy of theatrical arts. In 2001 Amosov co-founded the company Russian National Ballet Theatre.

The Russian National Ballet Theatre is a cut above many of its rivals.
- Washington Post

Their gracefulness, perfect edges and lines demonstrate why the ballet, like opera, is such a powerful art form. You can feel the emotion in your seat without anyone saying a word that you can understand.
- The Star Press





Mackay Entertainment Centre
Sat 21 - Sun 22 September
Tickets: Adult $77.90, Concession $67.90, Student $57.90 ,Child $57.90
Bookings: mackaytix.com.au 07 4961 9777

Toowoomba Empire Theatre
Tues 24 - Wed 25 September
Tickets: Adult $87.90, Concession $77.90, Child under 15 $67.90
Bookings: empiretheatre.com.au 1300 655 299

Bundaberg Moncrieff Theatre
Thurs 26 - Fri 27 September
Tickets:Adult $87.90,Student & Pensioner $77.90, Children $57.90
Bookings: moncrieff-bundaberg.com.au 07 4130 4100

Logan Entertainment Centre
Sat 28 - Sun 29 September
Tickets: Adult: $77.90, Concession: $67.90, Student: $57.90
Bookings: Really Long Link 07 3412 5626

Newcastle Civic Theatre
Tues 1 - Wed 2 October
Tickets: Adult $97.90Conc/Group 8plus $87.90Student/Junior $77.90 (under 12 or full time student ID)
Bookings: civictheatrenewcastle.com.au 02 4929 1977

Wollongong Illawarra Performing Arts Centre
Thurs 3 - Fri 4 October
Tickets: Adult $87.90, Concession $77.90, Student $67.90 (A $5.10 transaction fee applies to phone and internet bookings.)
Bookings: merrigong.com.au, 02 4224 5999

Chatswood The Concourse Theatre
Sat 5 October
Tickets: Adult$97.90, Junior/Child$77.90, Pensioner$87.90, Student - Full Time$77.90
Bookings: ticketek.com.au 1300 795 012

Wagga-Wagga Civic Theatre
Mon 7 October
Tickets: Adult $90.90, Concession $80.90, Child $70.90, Student $70.90
Bookings: civictheatre.com.au 02 6926 9688

Griffith Regional Theatre
Tue 8 - Wed 9 October
Tickets: Adult $80.40, Concession $70.40, Member $70.40, Child Under 15 $60.40
Bookings: griffithregionaltheatre.com.au 02 6962 8444

Canberra Theatre Centre
Fri 11 - Sat 12 October
Tickets: Adult $104.90, Concession $94.90, Student $84.90
Bookings: canberratheatrecentre.com.au 02 6275 2700

Capital Theatre Bendigo
Mon 14 - Tues 15 October
Tickets: Adults: $87.90, Concession $77.90, Student $67.90
Bookings: www.thecapital.com.au03 5434 6100

The West Gippsland Performing Arts Centre, Warragul
Wed 16 Oct
Tickets: Adults: $87.90, Members $77.90, Youth (U18) $67.90, Concession $77.90
Bookings: wgac.org.au 03 5624 2456

SaleESSO BHP Billiton Entertainment Centre
Wed 16 October
Tickets: Adult $87.90,Senior/Pensioner $77.90,Child U15 $67.90
Bookings: ebbwec.com.au 03 5143 3200

Adelaide Her Majesty’s Theatre
Sat 19 - Mon 21 October
Tickets: Adult $105.90, Concession $95.90, Student $84.25, Child $84.25
Bookings: bass.net.au 131 246

Moonee Ponds The Clocktower Centre
Wed 23 - Thurs 24 October
Tickets: Adults $87.90, Concession $77.90, Student/Child $67.90
Bookings: clocktowercentre.com.au 03 9243 9191

Geelong Performing Arts Centre
Fri 25 October
Tickets: Adults $87.90Concession $77.90Students $67.90
Bookings: gpac.org.au 03 5225 1200

Warrnambool The Lighthouse Theatre
Sun 27 October
Tickets: Adult: $87.90, Concession $77.90, Children $67.90
Bookings: lighthousetheatre.com.au 03 5559 4999

Shepparton Eastbank Centre
Mon 28 - Tues 29 Oct
Tickets: Members: Adults $70.10, Concession $61.10
Non-Members: Adults $77.90, Concession $67.90, Student $57.90
Bookings: riverlinksvenues.com.au 03 5832 9511

Melbourne Her Majesty's Theatre
Thurs 31 October - Sun 3 November
Tickets: Adults $105.30, Pensioners/Seniors $95.30, Students & Children $85.30
Booking: ticketek.com.au 1300 795 012

Perth The Regal Theatre
Tues 5 - Wed 6 November
Tickets: Adult$97.90, Junior (2-12years)$77.90
Bookings: ticketek.com.au 132 849

Albany Entertainment Centre
Fri 8 -Sun 10 November
Tickets: Adults $87.90, Concession $77.90, Junior(2-12 years) $67.90, Student (Full Time) $67.90
Bookings: albanyentertainment.com.au 08 9844 5005

Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre
Mon 11 November
Tickets:
Bookings: bunburyentertainment.com 1300 661 272

Geraldton Queens Park Theatre
Thurs 14 - Fri 15 November
Tickets: Adult $87.90, Pensioner & Seniors $77.90
Child Under 12 & Secondary Students $67.90,
Bookings: queensparktheatre.com.au 08 9956 6662

Sydney The Enmore Theatre
Sun 17 - Tue 19 November
Tickets: Adult $105, Concession $95, Student $85
Bookings: enmoretheatre.com.au 02 9550 3666 or 132 849 (Ticketek)

*Check with your local venue for which Ballet will be performed.
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TIM MOORE

April 24th 2013 04:28
TIM MOORE
Singer. Songwriter. Poet.



Here's what Tim Morre has been up to since releasing his EP last year "I've had a forced break from music towards the end of last year after a frustrating trademark issue involving a Tim Moore from the US threatening to sue me for producing music under my birth name; crazy i know!".

With this finally sorted Moore is building momentum again, shooting some videos and supporting for the likes of Passenger.

Moore will be on tour with Stu Larsen and Natsuki Kurai kicking it off in Adelaide on April 18 at the Promethean, he also has some shows in early May. A regular protagonist at intimate and moving shows in Adelaide's vibrant nu-folk scene, Tim is a gifted storyteller with a voice of untempered honesty.

He has collaborated with the likes of Stu Larsen (QLD), Joshua Spier (SA), Cookie Baker (VIC), Natsuki Kurai (JPN) and been involved with stack of local and interstate projects.

He brings his wide experience to bear on the first release of his solo project. Recorded on a shoestring in a small studio in the Adelaide Hills, Fading Fires weaves together six stories about deep breaths, wide open skies and the end of the world.

"Very occasionally you come across a songwriter who stops you in your tracks and forces you to listen. This is the hidden treasure we're all searching for as songwriters and Tim Moore has it in spades." - Tim Hart, Boy & Bear


"What a treat it is to find a folk musician who can be subtle in his methods yet sharp in insight and powerful in impact!" - Anthony Vawser, MusicSA

"Amazing lyrics. Captivating melodies. Perfect instrumentation and production." - Stu Larsen


TIM MOORE
Fading Fires Tour
APRIL 2013

18th Adelaide
20th Hobart
21st Melbourne
26th Sydney
27th Canberra
28th Brisbane




Buy physical/digital at Bandcamp, digital only on iTunes.

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Noel and Gertie

April 24th 2013 03:41
Wit! Elegance! Glamour!
Noel and Gertie
tours to Nunawadding, Frankston, Taree, Orange, Gosford, Queanbeyan, Dubbo, Chatswood, Penrith, Parramatta, Belrose and Adelaide.


Two of Australia's rising stars of musical theatre transport you to a world of glamour, wit and elegance when Sheridan Morley's timeless musical Noel and Gertie plays the Space Theatre, Adelaide Festival Centre from 23 to 27 July for seven performances.

Tickets go on sale through all BASS outlets and online from Monday 29 April for ADELAIDE.

Other BOOKINGS HERE

Noel and Gertie


James Millar (Oklahoma, Jerry Springer: The Opera) and Lucy Maunder (Dr Zhivago, The Rocky Horror Show) bring stars Noel Coward and Gertrude Lawrence to life in a musical which has been acclaimed throughout the world.


James Millar, a writer himself as well as an actor returns from London to play Noel Coward and is joined by Lucy Maunder as Gertrude Lawrence.

Directed by showbiz legend Nancye Hayes and accompanied by Vincent Colagiuri on the piano, they take a contemporary look at two of the 20th century's greatest stage personalities and the era they helped to define.

Noel and Gertie is an entertainment crafted from diaries and letters between Coward and Lawrence and features songs, sketches and scenes from his best loved works, reminding the audience that Coward's talent wasn't simply to amuse but also to hold a mirror up to the frailty of the human condition.


Noel Coward and Gertrude Lawrence formed a legendary on and off stage partnership. They looked rich, they were elegant; they sang, they danced, they made jokes through clenched cigarette holders. They were impeccable.

"beautiful ... a complex portrait of a relationship which seems like a real-life love story" New York Post

Noel Coward had a polished witticism for every occasion. To many he is known as a playwright, creating such classics as Private Lives, Present Laughter, Blithe Spirit and Hay Fever, and to others as the composer of timeless songs such as Mad About the Boy, I'll See You Again, and Mad Dogs and Englishmen. He was also an actor, director, producer, screenwriter, novelist, poet, cabaret artist, a skilful celebrity and a warm and enduring friend.

Gertrude Lawrence was a celebrated actress who triumphed on stage in the world premiere productions of Lady in the Dark and The King and I. Together, they formed a remarkable team and their friendship became show business legend.

"Noel and Gertie is highly entertaining, strangely familiar and surprisingly touching", says producer Christine Dunstan. "If you love musical theatre, celebrity, gossip, glamour, the plays of Noel Coward; if you like shows like Downton Abbey, The Great Gatsby, Pride and Prejudice, Poirot, or Mary Poppins, then you'll love Noel and Gertie. It's a glittering evening of delight, wit, song and dance."

Noel and Gertie


Noel and Gertie plays in the Space Theatre Tuesday 23 July at 8pm; Wednesday 24 at 8pm; Thursday 25 at 11am & 8pm; Friday 26 at 8pm and Saturday 27 at 2pm & 8pm.
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Cailtin Park UK Tour

April 23rd 2013 01:34
CAITLIN PARK ANNOUNCES UK TOUR AND PLAYS SYDNEY, MELBOURNE & BRISBANE THIS WEEK



Cailtin Park is wrapping up her tour supporting Big Scary this week, performing her last three shows in Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne. Caitlin is doing an extra Sydney show on the side supporting English folk-duo, Turin Brakes.

Wednesday 24 April - GoodGod, SYDNEY
Thursday 25 April - Oxford Art Factory, SYDNEY (Turin Brakes)
Friday 26 April - Alhambra Lounge, BRISBANE
Saturday 27 April - The Corner, MELBOURNE

And here are the dates for Caitlin's UK Tour, where she will be playing a number of shows surrounding The Great Escape Festival.

Sunday 12 May - Cargo, Shoreditch LONDON
Wednesday 15 May - The Reverly, EXETER
Thursday 16 May - The Birdcage, BRISTOL
Friday 17 May - Queens Bar, BRIGHTON (GREAT ESCAPE FESTIVAL)
Saturday 18 May - Union Record Store, LEWES
Thursday 23 May - Cellar, OXFORD
Friday 24 May - The Doghouse, HALIFAX
Sunday 26 May - The Waiting Room, EAGLESCLIFFE



Caitlin is currently writing her sophomore album, boasting even more sampling, a bigger sound and more filmic-esque adventure.
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Don McLean in Australia

April 23rd 2013 01:24
Lennard Promotions Present:
Don McLean In Concert

Lennard Promotions present legendary songwriter Don McLean In Concert across Australia in August 2013.

Don McLean galvanised a generation with his timeless hit American Pie, as each generation since its release has discovered, the poignant lyricism and unforgettable melody stirs deep emotion and empathy from all who encounter it, once it has visited it never leaves the heart of the listener, burying itself like a familiar comforting memory only to be re awoken on subsequent encounters.

A once in a lifetime song, from a once in a lifetime artist. This track along with the classic singles Vincent, Driedel, Everyday, The Legend of Andrew McCrew and numerous others confirmed McLean was a gifted storyteller with a talent that ascended his peers and rightfully earned him a place in the Song Writers Hall Of Fame.

As a special treat for Australian fans, Don McLean will be joined by Catherine Britt one of the country's most acclaimed singer-songwriters as special guest at each show (Rockhampton and Tweed Heads not included). Catherine spent 6 years in Nashville and has toured, performed and recorded with some of music’s most respected names.

Don McLean
Born in New Rochelle, NY in 1945 Don McLean was to become one of America's most accomplished singer-songwriters. His early work catching the attention of folk legend Pete Seeger who he performed free for in the latter's efforts to clean up the Hudson River. From these humble beginnings McLean has gone on to release some 29 album (all which are still in print) inspiring artists as diverse as Madonna, Fred Astaire, Chet Atkins, Weird Al Yankovick, Elvis Presley, Josh Groban and Coolio to cover his amazing music. With over 40 gold and platinum records worldwide.

Australia's love affair with Don McLean is a long and fruitful one, he held the attendance record at the Capitol Theatre in Melbourne with 18 consecutive performances, breaking the previous record of Joni Mitchell and was the first ever American artist to perform at the then newly built Sydney Opera House. Through subsequent visits, inspired performances and of course his timeless music, Don McLean's art resonates loudly with Australian audiences ensuring that his visit in August will continue to fuel the hearts of long-time fans and music lovers across the nation.

Lennard Promotions Present
Don McLean In Concert
*Tickets Onsale 29th April

15TH. AUGUST WIN ENT. CENTRE, WOLLONGONG
with special guest Catherine Britt
132 849 ticketek.com.au

16TH. AUGUST WREST POINT ENT. CENTRE, HOBART
with special guest Catherine Britt
1300 795 257 tixtas.com.au

17TH. AUGUST ARTS CENTRE MELBOURNE, HAMER HALL
with special guest Catherine Britt
136 100 ticketmaster.com.au

19TH. AUGUST CONCERT HALL, PERTH
with special guest Catherine Britt
132 849

21ST. AUGUST THEBARTON THEATRE, ADELAIDE
with special guest Catherine Britt
8225 8888 venuetix.com.au

23RD.AUGUST QPAC CONCERT HALL, BRISBANE
with special guest Catherine Britt
136 246 qtix.com.au

24TH. AUGUST GREAT WESTERN HOTEL, ROCKHAMPTON
1300 762 545 oztix.com.au

25TH. AUGUST TWIN TOWNS, TWEED HEADS
1800 014 014 twintowns.com.au

29TH. AUGUST CANBERRA THEATRE, CANBERRA
with special guest Catherine Britt
6275 2700

30TH. AUGUST ENMORE THEATRE, SYDNEY
with special guest Catherine Britt
132 849

31ST. AUGUST EVAN THEATRE, PENRITH
with special guest Catherine Britt
penrith.panthers.com.au (02) 4720 5555

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STOMP in AUSTRALIA

April 23rd 2013 01:22
STOMP
THE BROADWAY, WEST END AND
INTERNATIONAL SENSATION RETURNS
Australia from 13 August

Tickets on sale 18 March for Perth, Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra. Adelaide on sale from 21 March.

‘Stomp brings the house down’ The Independent on Sunday, UK
‘Brilliant and very funny’ New York Times
‘Pure stage magic’ The Sunday Telegraph, UK

The Broadway, West End and international sensation STOMP is back, and it’s better than ever!

Following their acclaimed performance at the Closing Ceremony of the London 2012 Olympics, STOMP returns to Australia from 13 August, with new routines, new choreography and new music.

Wordless, witty and fun, STOMP has become a global phenomenon over the last 22 years. Its universal language of rhythm, theatre, comedy and dance has resonated with audiences throughout the world, setting feet stamping, fingers drumming and adrenalin rushing for over 15 million people in 50 countries across 5 continents. STOMP is currently playing in the UK, US, throughout Europe and South America.

Eight performers use everything from supermarket trolleys to Zippo lighters, plastic bags to bin lids, and even the kitchen sink to hammer out an explosively feel-good rhythm.

Stomp


STOMP is a show that continues to evolve – new music and choreography now join a fresh array of ordinarily mundane objects, onto which the cast work their musical magic. Two new routines that have been introduced in 2013 include “Trolleys” and “Frogs”. Trolleys taps into the everyday experience of negotiating a busy shopping aisle with a fully laden supermarket trolley, with the piece transforming into STOMP’s first ever fully fledged drum corps march. Certainly an eye-catching spectacle. Frogs explores the bizarre sonic possibilities of a variety of plumbing fixtures. It has to be heard to be believed!

In one spectacular routine, paint cans are tossed between the performers, as they simultaneously build an astonishingly complex rhythm over every surface of the airborne cans. With the emphasis very much on ‘spectacular’, the Stompers are also joined by inflated monster truck inner tubes strapped around their waists to create both a dance of bobbing, whirling rubber skirts and pounding, portable drum kits – the ultimate redefinition of ‘surround sound’.

Still remaining is STOMP’s signature high-octane mix of slick choreography, tight ensemble work, industrial percussion, and continuous comedy; as the irrepressible troupe of eight performers turn brooms into soft shoe partners, clapping into intricate conversations and water cooler bottles into sophisticated instruments.

Producer James Cundall, CEO of Lunchbox Theatrical Productions says “STOMP has to be one of my favourite shows. It is a unique and supremely clever idea, to create music from everyday objects and combine it with side-splitting comedy and intricate choreography to produce a polished theatrical performance, the likes of which you’ve never seen before.”

Loved by audiences of all ages, this multi-award winning show has just celebrated its most successful year yet in its 11-year run in London’s West End, breaking the record for highest annual audience ever at the Ambassadors Theatre. And on Broadway STOMP is enjoying its 20th year, breaking the record for the longest-running show at the Orpheum Theatre.

The fun started back in 1991 at the Edinburgh Festival in Scotland, with a single drum hanging around Co-Creator/Director Luke Cresswell’s neck. STOMP was an instant hit, becoming the Guardian’s "Critic's Choice" and winning the Daily Express's "Best of the Fringe" award, and went on to play to capacity audiences around the world. In 1994 STOMP received an Olivier Award nomination for “Best Entertainment” and won the award for "Best Choreography in a West End Show". With appearances at the Oscars, the Emmy's, on prime-time US TV shows such as Letterman and Leno, and most recently at the London 2012 Olympics, STOMP has become a household name across the world.

STOMP last visited Australia in 2009 and enjoyed a sell-out season. “We are really excited about coming back to Australia,” says STOMP’s Co-Creator/Director Steve McNicholas. “If you’ve never seen STOMP you should come and see what all the noise is about, and if you’ve seen it before then this show has plenty of new routines to enthral.”

Venue and Dates

Perth – 13 to 18 August
8 Shows Only – Regal Theatre
Book at Ticketek.com.au or 1300 795 012
Groups 10 Save! Call 1300 364 001

Melbourne – 20 to 25 August
8 Shows Only – Comedy Theatre
Book at Ticketmaster.com.au or 1300 111 011
Groups 10 Save! Call 1300 889 278

Adelaide – 27 August to 1 September
8 Shows Only – Her Majesty’s Theatre
Book at Bass.net.au or 131 246
Groups 10 Save! Call 08 8205 2220

Canberra – 3 to 8 September
8 Shows only – Canberra Theatre
Book at Canberratheatrecentre.com.au or 02 6275 2700
Groups 10 Save! Call 02 62752700

Sydney – From 10 September
Theatre Royal
Book at Ticketmaster.com.au or 1300 723 038
Groups 10 Save! Call 1300 889 278
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MUSHROOM FREE FOR ALL

February 4th 2013 05:57
MUSHROOM FREE FOR ALL
FREE GIG FOR MUSIC FANS THIS WEEK!


2013 is shaping up to be the biggest year in Mushroom’s 40-year history and it’s being kicked off on Wednesday with a special free gig in Melbourne featuring some of the most exciting local acts from Mushroom’s esteemed roster.


MUSHROOM FREE FOR ALL
FEBRUARY 2013
Tickets via ballot system here
Wed 6 Feb Thousand £ Bend, Melbourne 18plus
facebook.com/mushroomgroup


Mushroom are thanking the people who are fundamental to making the Australian music industry tick – the album-loving, gig-attending music fans – by offering up the chance to see some of Australia’s most exciting and respected musical offerings in the flesh with no cover charge whatsoever.

The event – entitled Mushroom Free For All – will feature live performances from Adalita, Bleeding Knees Club, DZ Deathrays, Owl Eyes, Stonefield, SURES and World’s End Press. The incredible line-up will take to the stage at Melbourne’s Thousand £ Bend next Wednesday 6th February.

The only way to obtain tickets to the 18plus event is by entering a ballot system on Mushroom’s new Facebook page, facebook.com/mushroomgroup which will close at 8.59pm on Tuesday 5th February.

World's End Press


Winners will be notified in staggered announcements on Monday and Tuesday nights with each receiving a double pass.


The event signifies the launch of the new-look Mushroom, and is the first in a series of planned Free For All shows in other cities.

The Mushroom Group, spearheaded by Michael and Matt Gudinski, has continued its perpetual upward trajectory and is now Australia’s largest independent music and entertainment group.

Currently it houses iconic Australian brands including Liberation Music, Ivy League, Illusive, Liberator, I Oh You, Wunderkind, Frontier Touring, Mushroom Music Publishing, Love Police ATM, Mushroom Marketing, Roundhouse Entertainment, Mushroom Pictures, Premier Artists, Harbour Agency and Artist Voice.

Wednesday’s Mushroom Free For All will follow an invite-only industry event the night before on Tuesday 5th February for the Mushroom Group’s close friends and associates.


MUSHROOM FREE FOR ALL
FEBRUARY 2013
Tickets via ballot system here
Wed 6 Feb Thousand £ Bend, Melbourne 18plus
facebook.com/mushroomgroup


World's End Press
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