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HIP-HOP FOR A CAUSE Known for their community projects with refugee girls, at-risk youth and early dementia patients, Groove Therapy have also been running sellout adult dance classes in Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne. Now the gang are bringing their grooves to Byron with an official morning dance class party at the Beachie – and 100 per cent of the profits from this zero-waste event go towards funding their latest community project, a dance program for new migrant and refugee girls. At Beach Hotel, Byron Bay, you’ll spend 60-minutes learning OG hip-hop dancefloor moves on a Saturday morning to gear you up for your next d-floor battle. Practical life skills for a good cause. 10am on Saturday at the Beach Hotel in Byron. $20. Tix: tinyurl.com/groovebeachie COME CELEBRATE THE RELEASE OF DUBARRAY'S HIGHLY ANTICIPATED NEW ALBUM 'INNER SANCTUM'.
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Logie Award nominee and international comedy star Dave Eastgate comes to the Ballina RSL for a very special Big Gig. Dave’s gift for comedy writing and performance had him (the self-proclaimed black sheep of the family) captivating audiences with his own madeup characters in the theme parks of southeast Queensland as a 16-yearold. Dave has starred in a range of comedy series for the ABC and other networks including the smash hit Ronnie Chieng: International Student, the multi-award-winning A Moody Xmas, as well as Maximum Choppage, Soul Mates, Channel 9’s hugely successful comedy Here come the Habibs, The Comedy Channel’s flagship skit comedy series Open Slather as well as many appearances as a standup comedian on Channel 9’s Mornings, SBS’s The Full Brazilian, Channel 10’s Thursday Night Live and the Comedy Channel’s Stand Up Australia and Just For Laughs at The Sydney Opera House. He is supported by Mick Neven and MC Mandy Nolan at the Ballina RSL on Thursday 31 May. 8pm Free.
LAUNCHING MELT Lennox Head author Lisa Walker has spent a lot of time in snowy places, including working as a back-country ski guide and igloo-building instructor. She drew on these experiences in writing her latest novel, Melt, which is set in Antarctica. Melt is a fish-out-of-water comedy about a woman who is forced to impersonate a TV science superstar in Antarctica,’ Lisa said. ‘I wanted to write a romantic comedy about climate change and, although I’ve never been there, Antarctica felt like the right place for it. I think it helped that I could visualise the hardships and the beauty of such a snowy environment. I also researched extensively, visiting Antarctic displays in Tasmania and New Zealand. ‘I’ve had many jobs in my life, but the one that always gets people’s attention is the igloo-building instructor. In Melt I set my character, Summer, the job of building an igloo all by herself, which she finds extremely challenging. ‘Writing Melt was an immersive experience. I’ve spent so much time thinking about Antarctica, it almost feels like I’ve been there. Melt is far from a dark, apocalyptic tale. Instead it takes a playful approach, using humour to tell an important story.’ Lisa’s Byron launch of Melt by Sarah Armstrong. Byron Book Room | Thursday 31 May | 6pm | RSVP byron@ thebookroomcollective.com or call 66858183
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DARK SECRETS
SECRET PARLOUR IS THE DARK CABARET THAT BRINGS TOGETHER ALL THAT IS WILD AND WONDERFUL FROM THE GUILTY PLEASURES SHOWS. LOUISE MCCABE SPOKE WITH THE ECHO ABOUT WHAT TO EXPECT… Can you tell me what inspired you to create The Secret Parlour? The Secret Parlour is an antidote to the ‘you must think positive ALL THE TIME’ vibe we’re stuck in – it’s a bit bloody unrealistic! But at the same time it’s a chance to escape from the increasingly crazy outside world. And what better time to celebrate our dark, mad nature than in the lead-up to the solstice? The show draws on ‘dark’ genres like Victorian gothic, dark cabaret music (google Brecht, Amanda Palmer, or The Tiger Lillies if you don’t what I’m talking about), 1930s Berlin, Nordic Noir – even a bit of slightly spooky sci-fi chucked in… and we’re definitely not afraid to take the piss out of these genres. Can you tell me a little about some of the acts that are going to perform? Gold Coast’s Class Act Creative helped instigate the show. They’re dancers and choreographers who’ve travelled the world, performing in some of the world’s premier nightclubs. They were huge hit at the Guilty Pleasures Cabaret and Burlesque Festival last year at the Memorial Hall. They’re presenting three acts, including two especially choreographed for The Secret Parlour. Our MC Caitlin Strongarm is a performance artist from Brisbane. Caitlin’s a fascinating, truly unique performer who characters combines cabaret, physical theatre, mime and a gorgeous soprano voice. The show will also feature local troupe El Bari, who will bring their passionate and fiery version of flamenco to the stage. And I’m presenting my new character, Lulu Delacour-Boullabaise-CrochenbuchePompidoux-Paris-De-St-Germain, a murdered 1930s cabaret singer. Undeterred by the fact that she’s dead, she’s determined to relaunch her career and expose the identify of her murderer while chain-smoking and getting through a bottle of red – all in less than 10 minutes. This show has music from a live Balkan swing band. Who are they? Tell us a little about them. Our highly theatrical house band Out of Range draw on a wide range of musical influences including Balkan, gypsy jazz, swing, Klezmer, ragtime and Dark Cabaret. They’ll be performing their own material plus some fabulous covers – and providing atmospheric music throughout the show. Any surprises? Many: from a kooky front-of-house team to an crazed actor desperate to play Richard the Third, to a very cheesy quiz show with prizes… and much more but I’d better shut up now or they’ll no longer be surprises. Buy a ticket to the show and find out! What makes great cabaret? Strong stories and visuals, high energy, larger-than-life performances, the desire to look completely ridiculous, and sequins… lots of sequins. The audience plays a huge part too – the more they get into it, the more they get back. What should we expect on the night? Get ready to be immersed in the world of The Secret Parlour from the moment you step in the door. Everyone’s welcome to frock up – Gothic Victorian is suggested but your favourite finery will do. It’s a sit-down cabaret, with drinks at the bar and the option of ordering dinner from the club’s restaurant. So expect a fun and slightly crazy night out with your mates, celebrating the darkness. The Secret Parlour – A Dark Cabaret, at Club Mullum, Saturday 9 June at 7.30pm.
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