Whitehorse Centre - Midweek Matinee Brochure

MIDWEEK MATINEE Season 2013

LIVE SHOWS @11am

(MORNING TEA 10AM)

MELBA & MONCRIEFF From the producers of The Merry Bronhill comes a brand new show celebrating the lives and music of two iconic female stars in Australian music history: Dame Nellie Melba and ‘Our Glad’ Gladys Moncrieff. With over 20 hit songs, plus the narrative story of their amazing careers, this will be a very popular start to our 2013 Midweek Matinee season.

Wednesday 27 February 11am / Approx 1 hr 15 mins (no interval)

JEST LIKE DANNY KAYE Jest Like Danny Kaye is a rollicking, sing-along and laugh-a-minute showcase of one of history’s greatest entertainers. You’ll fall in love all over again with the magic of hits such as The Liddle Fiddle, Hans Christian Andersen, The Court Jester and many more.

A show guaranteed to delight families and comedy fans alike.

Wednesday 24 April 11am / Approx 1 hr 15 mins (no interval)

LLOYD WEBBER & FRIENDS This show is a narrative of Lloyd Webber’s life and influences, and includes music from Jesus Christ Superstar, Tell Me On A Sunday, Aspects Of Love, Phantom and Cats. Starring Australia & London’s West End music theatre star Philip Gould, this will showcase the very best of Lloyd Webber.

Wednesday 26 June 11am / Approx 1 hr 15 mins (no interval)

TUNE IN TOMORROW The ever popular Lux Radio returns to the Whitehorse Centre with Tune In Tomorrow, a compilation of songs from serials, commercials and shows during the classic radio period of the 1940s and ’50s. From Aeroplane Jelly to the ’56 Olympics, enjoy a wonderfully funny recollection of songs.

Wednesday 7 August 11am / Approx 1 hr 10 mins (no interval)

THE WOMEN OF THE 60S Let this high class show take you back in time to the fabulous music of the 60s, featuring songs by artists such as Dusty Springfield, Dionne Warwick, Shirley Bassey, Lulu and more. With music theatre star Gina Hogan (Beauty And The Beast, Cats and Mamma Mia!) this show captures the essence of this memorable decade.

Wednesday 4 September 11am / Approx 1 hr (no interval)

SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS 2013 The Gaslight Company are firm favourites with midweek matinee audiences and we are delighted to present this special Christmas show. Featuring tenor Roy Best with a special appearance by a local primary school choir, this show is a mix of traditional carols and contemporary Christmas songs, spiced with great Gaslight comedy.

Wednesday 18 December 11am / Approx 1 hr 15 mins (no interval)

CLASSIC FILMS @10am (MORNING TEA 9:15AM) ON MOONLIGHT BAY (1951) Tomboy Marjorie Winfield moves to small town Indiana and begins a romance with college man William Sherman. Her focus changes from baseball to learning how to dance and act like a proper young lady. Enjoy Doris Day and Gordon MacRae making musical harmony as they croon and swoon in this romantic classic.

Wednesday 13 March 10am / 1hr 30mins (no interval)

ROBIN AND THE 7 HOODS (1964) Set in depression-era, mob town Chicago, north-side boss Robbo (Frank Sinatra) hopes to get a leg up in his power struggle with rival racketeer Guy Gisborne (Peter Falk). Setting himself up as a latter day Robin Hood enables Robbo to scam the rich, take his cut and then give to the poor. Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr, Bing Crosby and Barbara Rush join in the giddy, gangsterish fun.

Wednesday 22 May 10am / 2hrs (no interval)

MARY POPPINS (1964) Winner of five Oscars and starring Julie Andrews, Mary Poppins is as fresh and fun today as when Walt Disney first presented it to spellbound audiences worldwide. This school holiday screening celebrates star-making performances, dazzling special effects and animation, and award-winning music that make Mary Poppins a family favourite.

Wednesday 10 July 10am 2hrs 15mins (no interval)

THE COURT JESTER (1955) Danny Kaye stars as kind-hearted entertainer Hawkins who, disguised as legendary king of jesters Giacomo, infiltrates the court of evil villain Basil Rathbone.

When a sorceress hypnotises him he then believes he is also an infamous assassin.

Royal chaos ensues as Giacomo alternates between his two identities. Using swordplay and wordplay, Danny Kaye displays both his fancy footwork and his comic genius.

Wednesday 30 October 10am / 1 hr 40mins (no interval)

MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET (1947) A gentleman with twinkling eyes, an ample belly and a snowy beard is hired as Macy’s department store Santa. He claims his name is Kris Kringle and soon fills everyone with Christmas spirit; except for his boss who is raising her daughter to not believe in Santa. This timeless tale of faith, love and imagination raises the age-old question: do you believe in Santa Claus?

Wednesday 27 November 10am / 1hr 35mins (no interval)

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season 2013

PACKAGES

No. Tickets

Full Package (all 11)

@ $94 ea

Live Show Package (all 6)

@ $84 ea

LIVE SHOWS

$ $ Single

Group*

$16 ea

$14 ea

Melba & Moncrieff

Feb-27

$

Jest Like Danny Kaye

Apr-24

$

Lloyd Webber & Friends

Jun-26

$

Tune In Tomorrow

Aug-7

$

The Women of The 60s

Sep-4

$

Spirit of Christmas 2013

Dec-18

$

FILM SCREENINGS

$7 ea

$6.50 ea

On Moonlight Bay

Mar-13

$

Robin And The 7 Hoods

May-22

$

Mary Poppins

Jul-10

$

The Court Jester

Oct-30

$

Miracle On 34th Street

Nov-27

$

*Group = 10 or more for 1 performance TOTAL

$

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