LET DINKY DIE Opens at the Butterfly Club
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2016
LET DINKY DIE: what happens in the trenches, stays in the trenches. Seriously. The Butterfly Club and My Ugly Brother is proud to present a little story of one man's war and its place within a nation's identity. LET DINKY DIE is the first original production of the new company, My Ugly Brother, and will be featured at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival this summer.
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2016
LET DINKY DIE: what happens in the trenches, stays in the trenches. Seriously. The Butterfly Club and My Ugly Brother is proud to present a little story of one man's war and its place within a nation's identity. LET DINKY DIE is the first original production of the new company, My Ugly Brother, and will be featured at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival this summer.
Melanie Martinez to Launch 'Cry Baby' Tour 2016
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2016
Hailed as a stunning and provocative singer, songwriter and visual presence, the unforgettable New York artist Melanie Martinez plays her first headline shows in Australia and New Zealand this August. Starting at Auckland's Powerstation the 'Cry Baby Tour' then heads to Australia playing Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Perth. Tickets go on sale at 10am on Friday 1st July.
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2016
Hailed as a stunning and provocative singer, songwriter and visual presence, the unforgettable New York artist Melanie Martinez plays her first headline shows in Australia and New Zealand this August. Starting at Auckland's Powerstation the 'Cry Baby Tour' then heads to Australia playing Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Perth. Tickets go on sale at 10am on Friday 1st July.
Hobsons Bay City Council and Hubcap Productions Launch Art & Industry Festival
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2016
Today, Hobsons Bay City Council and Hubcap Productions launched the exciting new community-based biennial celebration, the Art & Industry Festival, which will build local identity, champion local assets and inspire interaction between local artists, residents, industry and businesses.
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2016
Today, Hobsons Bay City Council and Hubcap Productions launched the exciting new community-based biennial celebration, the Art & Industry Festival, which will build local identity, champion local assets and inspire interaction between local artists, residents, industry and businesses.
The Royal Shakespeare Company's Production of MATILDA THE MUSICAL to Play Adelaide
by Louisa Brady - June 25, 2016
Following the announcement of the 2016 Helpmann Award Nominations and news that the Royal Shakespeare Company's Australian Production of Matilda The Musical has received a record thirteen nominations, it was announced last night that the production will play a season in Adelaide from May 20 2017, following seasons in Brisbane, Perth and Melbourne, where Matilda is currently playing to packed houses.
by Louisa Brady - June 25, 2016
Following the announcement of the 2016 Helpmann Award Nominations and news that the Royal Shakespeare Company's Australian Production of Matilda The Musical has received a record thirteen nominations, it was announced last night that the production will play a season in Adelaide from May 20 2017, following seasons in Brisbane, Perth and Melbourne, where Matilda is currently playing to packed houses.
THE HANSARD MONOLOGUES Set for Seymour Centre
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2016
The Seymour Centre is pleased to announce the incredible line up of Australian talent performing in The Hansard Monologues: Age of Entitlement, showing at the Seymour Centre from 5th to 13th August.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2016
The Seymour Centre is pleased to announce the incredible line up of Australian talent performing in The Hansard Monologues: Age of Entitlement, showing at the Seymour Centre from 5th to 13th August.
Dates Announced for WHITE NIGHT MELBOURNE & BALLARAT 2017
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2016
David Atkins OAM announced as White Night Artistic Director and Executive Producer Minister for Tourism and Major Events The Hon John Eren joined the City of Ballarat Mayor Cr Des Hudson today at the Mining Exchange in Ballarat to announce the dates and locations for White Night 2017 and the newly appointed Artistic Director and Executive Producer David Atkins OAM.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2016
David Atkins OAM announced as White Night Artistic Director and Executive Producer Minister for Tourism and Major Events The Hon John Eren joined the City of Ballarat Mayor Cr Des Hudson today at the Mining Exchange in Ballarat to announce the dates and locations for White Night 2017 and the newly appointed Artistic Director and Executive Producer David Atkins OAM.
VIKING MAMA! Begins Tonight at Melbourne Cabaret Festival
by BWW News Desk - June 23, 2016
Desperately trying to keep it together? So is Jenny Wynter in VIKING MAMA! Release the mother warrior within from tonight 23rd to Saturday 25th June at Melbourne Cabaret Festival.
by BWW News Desk - June 23, 2016
Desperately trying to keep it together? So is Jenny Wynter in VIKING MAMA! Release the mother warrior within from tonight 23rd to Saturday 25th June at Melbourne Cabaret Festival.
FUNNY FACE Set for The Butterfly Club
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2016
Somewhere between cabaret and comedy, in the land of ridiculous facial expressions and unfortunate stories, lies Lucy. On a couch. Smothered in chocolate.
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2016
Somewhere between cabaret and comedy, in the land of ridiculous facial expressions and unfortunate stories, lies Lucy. On a couch. Smothered in chocolate.
Shaun Andrews, The Australian Ballet at the London Coliseum
by Emma Cann - June 22, 2016
Ahead of The Australian Ballet's visit to the London Coliseum this July, Emma Cann chats to corps de ballet dancer Shaun Andrews about his life in ballet and the prospect of the UK tour.
by Emma Cann - June 22, 2016
Ahead of The Australian Ballet's visit to the London Coliseum this July, Emma Cann chats to corps de ballet dancer Shaun Andrews about his life in ballet and the prospect of the UK tour.
Adam Garcia Out of Australia's SINGIN' IN THE RAIN for Up to 6 Weeks Due to Injury
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2016
The splash-hit West End stage production SINGIN' IN THE RAIN is currently playing at Melbourne's Her Majesty's Theatre with only 10 days to go before transferring to the Sydney Lyric on July 7th.
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2016
The splash-hit West End stage production SINGIN' IN THE RAIN is currently playing at Melbourne's Her Majesty's Theatre with only 10 days to go before transferring to the Sydney Lyric on July 7th.
Genevieve Lemon and More to Star in New Musical ANTARCTICA at Theatre Royal Hobart
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2016
Antarctica, a new musical will make its world debut at Hobart's Theatre Royal this October. Today the cast was revealed, including some of the biggest names on stage and screen in Australia.
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2016
Antarctica, a new musical will make its world debut at Hobart's Theatre Royal this October. Today the cast was revealed, including some of the biggest names on stage and screen in Australia.
BWW NEWS: #istandwiththearts Campaign
by Jade Kops - June 21, 2016
BWW NEWS: #istandwiththearts Campaign
by Jade Kops - June 21, 2016
BWW NEWS: #istandwiththearts Campaign
BWW NEWS: 2016 HELPMANN AWARDS NOMINATIONS Announced Across Australia
by Jade Kops - June 21, 2016
BWW Sydney attended the announcement of the 2016 HELPMANN AWARDS NOMINATIONS at Sydney Theatre Company's Wharf 2 Theatre.
by Jade Kops - June 21, 2016
BWW Sydney attended the announcement of the 2016 HELPMANN AWARDS NOMINATIONS at Sydney Theatre Company's Wharf 2 Theatre.
Melbourne Theatre Company to Present JASPER JONES
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2016
Opening Friday 5 August at Southbank Theatre, The Sumner, award-winning novel Jasper Jones is brought to life in a rich and poignant new production directed by Sam Strong.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2016
Opening Friday 5 August at Southbank Theatre, The Sumner, award-winning novel Jasper Jones is brought to life in a rich and poignant new production directed by Sam Strong.
L'AMANTE ANGLAISE Next Up at Fortyfivedownstairs
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2016
A brutal murder is committed in a small town in France. The dismembered corpse is dropped from a railway viaduct onto passing trains below. All except the head.
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2016
A brutal murder is committed in a small town in France. The dismembered corpse is dropped from a railway viaduct onto passing trains below. All except the head.
Arts House to Stage REFUGE: Creative Preparation for Local Relief Centre
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2016
In an emergency situation, the home of Arts House - the North Melbourne Town Hall - is one of the City of Melbourne's eighteen designated Emergency Relief Centres (ERC).
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2016
In an emergency situation, the home of Arts House - the North Melbourne Town Hall - is one of the City of Melbourne's eighteen designated Emergency Relief Centres (ERC).
Vika Bull and Debra Byrne to Sing Carole King's TAPESTRY at Arts Centre Melbourne This August
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2016
?On the 45th anniversary of one of the best-selling albums of all time, Carole King's pop masterpiece Tapestry will be celebrated by two of Australia's most loved vocalists. Iconic performers Vika Bull and Debra Byrne, along with jazz chanteuse Monique diMattina and The Brill Band, will take to the Playhouse stage on 5 and 6 August to reimagine the songs of one of the most successful and revered female songwriters in pop music history.
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2016
?On the 45th anniversary of one of the best-selling albums of all time, Carole King's pop masterpiece Tapestry will be celebrated by two of Australia's most loved vocalists. Iconic performers Vika Bull and Debra Byrne, along with jazz chanteuse Monique diMattina and The Brill Band, will take to the Playhouse stage on 5 and 6 August to reimagine the songs of one of the most successful and revered female songwriters in pop music history.
Cast Announced for The Production Company's CURTAINS at Arts Centre Melbourne
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2016
The cast for The Production Company's new staging of the Broadway whodunnit, Curtains was announced today. Ken Mackenzie-Forbes, Artistic Director said 'Colin Lane, John Wood and Nicki Wendt are joining Simon Gleeson, Alex Rathgeber, Lucy Maunder, Melissa Langton and Alinta Chidzey in this Kander & Ebb murder mystery musical comedy. For this hilarious detective thriller we have cast artists with the personality and skill to create Rupert Holmes' colourful backstage characters. This cast re ects the depth of artistic excellence we have here in Melbourne.'
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2016
The cast for The Production Company's new staging of the Broadway whodunnit, Curtains was announced today. Ken Mackenzie-Forbes, Artistic Director said 'Colin Lane, John Wood and Nicki Wendt are joining Simon Gleeson, Alex Rathgeber, Lucy Maunder, Melissa Langton and Alinta Chidzey in this Kander & Ebb murder mystery musical comedy. For this hilarious detective thriller we have cast artists with the personality and skill to create Rupert Holmes' colourful backstage characters. This cast re ects the depth of artistic excellence we have here in Melbourne.'
HIPPO! HIPPO! Coming to Glen Street Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2016
HIPPO! HIPPO!, an exciting new musical adventure for children, will visit Glen Street Theatre this July school holidays as part of its world premiere Australian tour.
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2016
HIPPO! HIPPO!, an exciting new musical adventure for children, will visit Glen Street Theatre this July school holidays as part of its world premiere Australian tour.
Julz Hay Presents Gillian Cosgriff in THIS IS WHY WE CAN'T HAVE NICE THINGS
by Louisa Brady - June 11, 2016
Cosgriff is an award-winning musical comedian (Winner Best Cabaret Melbourne Fringe 2013, Winner Green Room Awards Original Songs 2013) who has garnered rave reviews and toured extensively across Australia. Drawing on personal experiences has always been the key to her work and This Is Why We Can't Have Nice Things is no exception. "Almost everything in this show is true. Names have been changed to protect the innocent," she says, "but some real names are included to incriminate the guilty."
by Louisa Brady - June 11, 2016
Cosgriff is an award-winning musical comedian (Winner Best Cabaret Melbourne Fringe 2013, Winner Green Room Awards Original Songs 2013) who has garnered rave reviews and toured extensively across Australia. Drawing on personal experiences has always been the key to her work and This Is Why We Can't Have Nice Things is no exception. "Almost everything in this show is true. Names have been changed to protect the innocent," she says, "but some real names are included to incriminate the guilty."
RESIDENT ALIEN to Play Seymour Centre
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2016
Direct from its' season at Melbourne's fortyfivedownstairs, the Seymour Centre is proud to present Paul Capsis as Quentin Crisp in Resident Alien, as part of The Reginald Season from 12-23rd July.
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2016
Direct from its' season at Melbourne's fortyfivedownstairs, the Seymour Centre is proud to present Paul Capsis as Quentin Crisp in Resident Alien, as part of The Reginald Season from 12-23rd July.
The Australian Ballet's SWAN LAKE Opens in Melbourne Today
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2016
One of the most popular works staged by the Company, Swan Lake was created in 2012 to mark The Australian Ballet's 50th anniversary by Resident Choreographer Stephen Baynes'. This visually beautiful production embodies the Company's quest to uphold heritage while striving to find new life in classic works. Swan Lake will be performed at Arts Centre Melbourne from the 7-18 June.
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2016
One of the most popular works staged by the Company, Swan Lake was created in 2012 to mark The Australian Ballet's 50th anniversary by Resident Choreographer Stephen Baynes'. This visually beautiful production embodies the Company's quest to uphold heritage while striving to find new life in classic works. Swan Lake will be performed at Arts Centre Melbourne from the 7-18 June.
David Hoang's Dave & The Plushies: ON THE ROAD TO 2ND to Play at the Butterfly Club this Month
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2016
Dave & the Plushies is an international soft toy group that seeks to bring joy and happiness to audiences of all ages. Gigging around town for about two years now, their music is all about fun, positive and romantic storytelling.
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2016
Dave & the Plushies is an international soft toy group that seeks to bring joy and happiness to audiences of all ages. Gigging around town for about two years now, their music is all about fun, positive and romantic storytelling.
BWW Review: SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD - Shoots for the Stars & the Moon!
by Leanne Marsland - June 06, 2016
A great buzz amongst the audience as the Loft Theatre at Melbourne's wonderful Chapel Off Chapel fills for opening night of "a very rare beast" in Jason Robert Brown's song cycle, Songs For A New World. Blue Saint Productions has brought a wonderful piece to the stage filled to the brim and overflowing with talent!
by Leanne Marsland - June 06, 2016
A great buzz amongst the audience as the Loft Theatre at Melbourne's wonderful Chapel Off Chapel fills for opening night of "a very rare beast" in Jason Robert Brown's song cycle, Songs For A New World. Blue Saint Productions has brought a wonderful piece to the stage filled to the brim and overflowing with talent!
'demens' Explores Blurred Boundary Between Sanity and Insantiy This July
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2016
Set in the claustrophobic world of a psychiatric hospital, demens balances extreme pathos with flashes of dark humour as it probes themes of desire, patriarchy and prejudice through the eyes of four people. Each has suffered trauma. Each is damaged, but not broken.
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2016
Set in the claustrophobic world of a psychiatric hospital, demens balances extreme pathos with flashes of dark humour as it probes themes of desire, patriarchy and prejudice through the eyes of four people. Each has suffered trauma. Each is damaged, but not broken.
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