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WHAT'S ON at the Whitehorse Centre

The Whitehorse Centre presents

ART

MAY – JUNE – JULY 2013 www.whitehorsecentre.com.au Box Office 9262 6555

The Whitehorse Centre presents

Jack Charles V The Crown

Uncle Jack Charles is an Australian legend: veteran actor, musician, Koori elder, activist and, until recently, heroin addict and cat-burglar. This is a show about his life – told by him. Charles’ unswerving optimism transforms this tale of addiction and crime into a kind of vagabond’s progress, from the traps of dispossession to the age of grey-haired wisdom.

Warning: contains strong language and adult themes.

Recommended for 15+ years Friday 3 May 8pm Saturday 4 May 8pm Full $43 Conc. $40 U25 $25

Nova Music Theatre presents

Sweeney Todd Sweeney Todd tells the story of barber Benjamin Barker, falsely imprisoned by an evil judge who wanted to seduce his wife. Sixteen years later, Barker returns to London as Sweeney Todd, hoping to extract revenge on the man who ruined his life. Sweeney Todd will make you laugh and shudder as it transports you through the streets of London during the 19th century.

11 May – 25 May Contact the box office for performance details Full $39.50 Conc. $34.50 Child $29.50 Group (10+) $31.50

Babirra Music Theatre presents

Annie The comic strip ‘Little Orphan Annie’ comes to life in this delightful family musical. Annie wants nothing more than to find her parents, who abandoned her on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage run by the embittered Miss Hannigan. Annie’s pluck and determination lead her on many adventures to a new home in the most unexpected circumstances. Songs include Tomorrow, Hard Knock Life, Easy Street and many more. A great show the whole family will enjoy.

31 May – 9 June Contact the box office for performance details, limited tickets remaining Full $38 Conc. $34 Child $30

Utassy Ballet presents

Peter and the Wolf

This classic tale explores the intricacies of friendship between Peter, Bird, Cat and Duck who all work together to catch the Wolf. Their friendships are cleverly portrayed and the additional characters add further interest and drama. The accompanying ballet celebrates poet Nick Enright‘s Carnival of the Animals. A special performance of Carnival of the Animals, accompanied by The Nicholas Chamber Orchestra, will be performed on Saturday June 15 at 4.00pm. A performance not to be missed!

12, 13 & 14 June 9.30am & 11.15am Full $14 Conc. $10 15 June 4pm (special performance narrated

by Derek Guille) Full $25 Conc. $20 Child $15

The Whitehorse Centre presents

Noël and Gertie Noël and Gertie is an entertainment crafted from the diaries and letters of Noël Coward and Gertrude Lawrence, featuring songs, sketches and scenes from some of his best loved works. Highly entertaining, strangely familiar and surprisingly touching, it reminds us that Coward’s talent wasn’t simply to amuse but also to hold a mirror up to the frailty of the human condition. This show is a glittering evening of delight, wit, song and dance.

Friday 21 June 8pm Saturday 22 June 2pm & 8pm Full $43 Conc. $40 U25 $25

The Whitehorse Centre presents

Sundowner

The realm of memory remains a great mystery. Through the eyes of three generations, Sundowner tells the story of so many Australian families. If a loved one begins to lose their memories, what role can we play in holding on to them? And how can we care for them in the present while honouring their memory? Starring Helen Morse, Sundowner combines theatre, dance and physicality in a story of lament and grief, but ultimately one of love.

Friday 28 June 8pm Saturday 29 June 2pm & 8pm Full $43 Conc. $40 U25 $25

The Whitehorse Centre presents

Possum Magic 2013 School Holiday Entertainment

Celebrate the 30th anniversary of Mem Fox’s much loved classic with a musical about Grandma Poss and the ‘possum magic’ that makes baby Hush invisible.

First published in 1983, Possum Magic was an instant success with children and adults alike, and this musical adaptation will be sure to delight!

Friday 5 July 10am & 12pm Single $16 Family (4+) $14 each Suitable for children 3+ years

Robert Stolz Viennese Music Society presents

Operetta Gala The Robert Stolz Viennese Music Society presents the rising stars of the Dame Nellie Melba Opera Trust together with The Melbourne Singers and talented young instrumentalists in a not to be missed programme of your favourite Viennese Operetta highlights.

Sunday 7 July 2pm Adults $37 Conc. $31 Students/Child (under 18) $20

The Whitehorse Centre presents

Art Marc’s best friend Serge has bought a modern painting for a huge sum of money and he can’t believe any friend of his would want such a thing. Enter Ivan –the mutual friend, go between and meat in the sandwich. Art is a witty and intelligent comedy, posing the question: are you who you think you are or are you who your friends think you are? Winner of Broadway’s Tony Award for Best Play.

Friday 12 July 8pm Saturday 13 July 2pm & 8pm Full $43 Conc. $40 U25 $25

Midweek Matinees The Whitehorse Centre presents

Robin and the 7 Hoods (classic film 1964) Setting himself up as a latter day Robin Hood, north-side boss Robbo (Frank Sinatra) hopes to get a leg up in his power struggle with rival racketeer Guy (Peter Falk).

He scams the rich, takes his cut and then gives to the poor.

Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr, Bing Crosby and Barbara Rush join in the giddy, gangsterish fun.

Wednesday 22 May 10am Complimentary morning tea 9.15am Single $7 each/Group (10 +) $6.50 each

The Whitehorse Centre presents

Lloyd Webber and Friends (live show) This show is a narrative of Lloyd Webber’s life and influences, and includes music from shows such as Jesus Christ Superstar, Phantom, Cats, Aspects Of Love and Tell Me On A Sunday. Starring music theatre star Philip Gould, it showcases the very best of Lloyd Webber.

Wednesday 26 June 11am and 2pm Complimentary morning/afternoon tea 10am/1pm Single $16 each/Group (10 +) $14 each

The Whitehorse Centre presents

Mary Poppins (classic film 1964) School Holiday Entertainment 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 of the muchloved family favourite celebrates star-making performances, dazzling special effects and animation.

Wednesday 10 July 10am Complimentary morning tea 9.15am Single $7 each/Group (10 +) $6.50 each

Surrey Music Cafe at the Box Hill Community Arts Centre presents

The Stiletto Sisters By popular request, the Stiletto Sisters are returning to their favourite venue to launch the 2013 Surrey Music Café season. Be enthralled by their seductive velvety serenading and virtuosic gypsy melodies. They will entertain with love songs and romance from Hungary, Latin America and Europe. Featuring Judy Gunson on piano accordion, Jo To on double bass and Hope Csutoros on violin.

Friday 31 May 8pm (doors open 7.30pm)

Annemarie Sharry & Friends A splendiferous night of jazz to be captured live on a recording. This evening will feature the alluring and elegant vocal style of Annemarie Sharry, together with Bob Sedergreen on keyboard, Dale Lindrea on tenor guitar, Christophe Genoux on reeds. Join us for this live recording and the spontaneous interaction between these revered jazz musicians.

Friday 26 July 8pm (doors open 7.30pm) Performance Tickets $18 each Group (10+) $16 Performances held at Box Hill Community Arts Centre, 470 Station St Box Hill

How to book You can book tickets to any of these performances by calling us (Mon – Fri 10am – 4:30pm) or visiting our website (24 hours a day) Call us on 9262 6555 Visit us on the web www.whitehorsecentre.com.au There is now the option to select your own seat when booking online. Click on View Seat Map and select the seat that best suits you.

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Whitehorse Tickets is the ticketing and box office service of the Whitehorse Centre.

Internet Tickets for the Professional Theatre and Music Season and selected performances can be purchased via: www.whitehorsecentre.com.au Internet bookings attract a handling fee of $3.00 per transaction – not per ticket.

Box Office Hours Monday to Friday 10am - 4.30pm Phone 9262 6555 Phone bookings attract a handling fee of $3.75 per call – not per ticket.

Email tickets@whitehorse.vic.gov.au Methods of Payment We accept cash, Mastercard, Visa and EFTPOS. Cheques made payable to Whitehorse Centre are accepted up to a week before the performance.

Conditions of Sale In purchasing the ticket, patrons agree to the Conditions of Sale.

The conditions are summarised on the rear of the ticket. Please speak to a box office attendant for information and check your tickets carefully for the correct date, time and venue of your chosen event.

Gift Vouchers Gift vouchers are available for any amount and can be redeemed for any shows on sale with Whitehorse Tickets.

Location Whitehorse Centre 397 Whitehorse Road Nunawading 3131 Melway Map 48 G9. Free parking is available at the door of the Centre. Nunawading train station (Belgrave and Lilydale lines) is a 10-minute walk from the Centre.

Accessibility Whitehorse Centre is fully accessible for patrons in wheelchairs or with mobility impairment. If you require a wheelchair space in the theatre, please request this when booking tickets.

An audio loop providing enhanced audio volume is available in selected theatre seats for patrons wearing a hearing aid with a T switch.

Please request these seats when booking tickets.

Patrons with hearing impairment and access to a TTY can connect to Council’s TTY by dialling 9262 6325.

Privacy Personal information requested when making a phone or mail booking, such as name and address, is collected for the purpose of registering and administering seat allocation and issuing of tickets for shows. Information will also be used to keep you informed of any upcoming shows being performed at the Whitehorse Centre, or on sale through the centre’s ticketing service, or to seek your feedback on shows you have attended. The personal information collected will not be used without your agreement for any other purpose or disclosed except as may be required by law.

If you do not wish to receive information as stated above, please advise the booking officer at time of booking. You may access the information collected about you by contacting Whitehorse Centre on 9262 6555.

Whitehorse Centre is a service of the City of Whitehorse and is a member of the Victorian Association of Performing Arts Centres.

Details are correct at time of printing and the right to rectify errors is reserved.

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