Whitehorse Centre - What's On - May to July 2015

WHAT'S ON at the Whitehorse Centre

MAY – JUNE – JULY 2015 www.whitehorsecentre.com.au Box Office 9262 6555

Whitehorse Centre presents

Beautiful One Day Beautiful One Day captures the horrible reality of an unnecessary death in police custody and the remarkable humanity, wisdom and determination of Palm Islanders to forgive. As raw as it is confronting, this show about the death of Mulrunji Doomadgee combines documentary style footage with conversation, stories and images told in their own words by three Islanders.

Friday 1 May 8pm (Q&A session) Saturday 2 May 8pm Full $45 Conc. $42 U25 $25 Nova Music Theatre presents

Evita Evita, with lyrics by Tim Rice and music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, is the hit musical depicting the story of Eva Peron, wife of President Juan Peron, who rose from poverty to become the most famous Argentinian woman in history. Her huge political influence and charity works earned her scorn from the military and upper classes but adoration and love from the workers.

The show has many memorable musical numbers including the well-known Don’t Cry For Me Argentina.

8 May - 23 May Contact the box office for performance details Full $41 Conc. $36 Child $33 Group (10+) $33

Whitehorse Centre presents

Pygmalion The story of Professor Henry Higgins and flower girl Eliza Doolittle is undoubtedly recognised as the musical My Fair Lady, however Lux Radio Theatre’s Pygmalion reveals to us the delight of the original play. Lux Radio recreates the golden days of radio drama, with a strong cast performing multiple roles and creating live sound effects.

Wednesday 13 May 11am Complimentary morning tea 10am Single $17 each/Group (10 +) $15 each

Surrey Music Cafe at the Box Hill Community Arts Centre presents

Silverbeat Quintet Jeremy Woolhouse’s Silverbeat are a diverse ensemble employing a distinctive use of reeds and an exotic integration of vocals to create a symphonic impact. With Jacqueline Gawler (vocals), Lachlan Davidson (reeds), Jeremy Woolhouse (piano), Frank DiSario (bass) and George Andrews (drums), experience melodies that linger and lyrics that seduce, in an inspirational performance of poetic wit and majestic intrigue.

Friday 29 May 8pm (doors open 7.30pm) Tickets $18 each Performance held at Box Hill Community Arts Centre 470 Station St Box Hill.

Babirra Music Theatre presents

The King and I Rodgers and Hammerstein’s The King and I is one of the world’s most popular musicals. The story of Anna and the King of Siam became a world-wide hit with the movie version starring Yul Brynner and Deborah Kerr. With sumptuous sets and costumes and a succession of wonderful songs, this is a show for the whole family to enjoy. Songs you will know and love include: I Whistle A Happy Tune, Getting To Know You and Shall We Dance.

29 May – 7 June Contact the box office for performance details Full $40 Conc. $36 Child $32 Group (10+) $36 Whitehorse Centre presents

My Life in the Musicals From Young Talent Time to much loved music theatre star, join John Bowles as he showcases his journey to become one of this country’s finest stage performers. Accompanied by award-winning singer Michelle Fitzmaurice, My Life in the Musicals features a collection of great songs and fabulous duets.

With David Cameron on piano, this will be a very popular and entertaining performance!

Wednesday 10 June 11am & 2pm Complimentary morning/afternoon tea 10am & 1pm Single $17 each/Group (10+) $15 each

Whitehorse Centre presents

Opera Gala – Heroes and Villains To celebrate Victorian Opera’s 10th anniversary season, opera’s next generation of performers bring you an unforgettable night of opera featuring the thrilling music of Rossini, Mozart and more. From the villainous Don Giovanni to the fearless Tamino and devilishly cunning Barber of Seville, witness the colourful characters from much loved operas brought to life.

Friday 12 June 8pm Full $56 Conc. $53 U25 $53 Sorry - sold out Inclusive Music Theatre Inc. presents

My Fair Lady This beautiful production celebrates theatrical endeavour and showcases a talented and enthusiastic all-abilities cast. Inclusive Music Theatre is proudly supported by the Cities of Whitehorse and Maroondah.

Sunday 21 June 1pm & 6pm Adult $30 Child (U12) $15

Whitehorse Centre presents

The Tap Pack Inspired by the unforgettable Rat Pack (Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jnr) comes a new, highly entertaining act combining old classics with a fresh twist! The Tap Pack picks up where the Rat Pack left off, using slick humour, slap stick comedy, sharp suits and highenergy tap dancing. These men are Australia’s finest and most inspiring young artists with credits in over 20 musical theatre productions, motion picture block busters and all things entertainment. They will sing, joke and tap up a storm!

Wednesday 24 June 8pm Thursday 25 June 1pm & 8pm Full $54 Conc. $52 U25 $25

Robert Stolz Viennese Music Society presents

Memories of Vienna The Robert Stolz Viennese Music Society Inc., together with The Melba Opera Trust and The Melbourne Singers, will take you on a musical dream to Vienna with an enjoyable afternoon of songs and ensembles from the wonderful world of Viennese operetta.

Memories of Vienna features soprano Lee Abrahmsen, tenor Brad Cooper and bass-baritone Jeremy Kleeman.

Sunday 5 July 2pm Adults $37 Conc. $31 Students/Child (under 18) $20

Whitehorse Centre presents

Stripey — The EGGScellent Adventures of an Emu Chick!

School Holiday Entertainment Imagine having to keep track of 30 small emu chicks who are running here, there and everywhere? That’s what Crikey the emu dad must do and when one of them goes missing, the fun begins! Based on the books by Wendy Binks, Stripey is a cracking adventure adapted for the stage in the wellknown style associated with other Garry Ginivan Attractions such as Possum Magic and Wombat Stew.

Tuesday 7 July 10am Single $17 Family (4+) $15 each Suitable for 3-8 years

Whitehorse Centre presents

Doctor Dolittle (Classic Film 1967) School Holiday Entertainment Doctor Dolittle is a worldrenowned veterinarian who speaks a wide array of animal languages. He sets off from his home in Puddleby-on-the-Marsh in search of the Great Pink Sea Snail. In so doing, he and his friends meet many exotic creatures such as the Pushme-Pullyu and the Giant Moon Moth. Featuring the hit song If I Could Talk To The Animals, this film is a delightful musical the whole family will enjoy!

Wednesday 8 July 10am Complimentary morning tea 9.15am Single $8 each/Group (10 +) $7 each Whitehorse Centre presents

Head Full of Love The Alice Springs Beanie Festival is fast approaching and Tilly is running out of time to finish her creation.

Nessa, a Sydneysider, has run away to the Red Centre to escape problems back home.

With time and talk, they realise that despite differences in language, surroundings and upbringing they are not so different after all.

Tilly and Nessa’s stories become entwined and made into a thing of beauty - row by row, colour by colour, yarn by yarn. Head Full of Love is the story of two remarkable women and an unlikely but inspiring friendship.

A yarn to warm your heart (and your head).

Friday 10 July 8pm (Q & A session) Saturday 11 July 2pm & 8pm Full $45 Conc. $42 U25 $25

Whitehorse Centre presents

Hamlet

There is little that’s darker and more complicated than the act of revenge. Anguish, passion and desperation collide in this tragic telling of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark, who is tormented by the impossibility of his dilemma, and who remains one of theatre’s most fascinating characters.

Following the critically acclaimed Henry V in 2014, Damien Ryan will deliver a new production of Hamlet, infused with the passion, contemplation and emotion that Shakespeare’s compelling poetry cries out for.

Wednesday 29 July 8pm Thursday 30 July 10.30am & 8pm Full $45 Conc. $42 U25 $25

HOW TO BOOK You can book tickets to any of these performances by calling us on 9262 6555 Mon – Fri 10am – 4:30pm or visiting our website at any time www.whitehorsecentre.com.au

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

Internet Tickets 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.

Website Keep up to date with what’s on at the Whitehorse Centre through the website at: www.whitehorsecentre.com.au.

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.

Hearing or speech impaired?

Call us via the National Relay Service on 133 677 then quote 9262 6333.

Hearing Assistance A wireless, lightwave system using headphones or a neck loop is available for use and can be requested when booking tickets. Our audio loop for patrons wearing a hearing aid with a T-switch is also available.

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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