September 2018
Starstruck: Australian Movie Portraits
Friday 14 September — Friday 30 November 2018 A collaborative project between the National Film and Sound Archive and the National Portrait Gallery, Starstruck: Australian Movie Portraits reveals never-before-seen stories of Australian cinema. Through photographic portraits, candid behind-the-scenes shots, rare film posters, casting books and original costumes, Starstruck celebrates the past and present of Australian film—including watershed moments in cinema and iconic visions of Australian life—and also offers a glimpse into the experiences of the actors and crew. The exhibition…
Find out more »The Art of Bonsai : A Demonstration and Talk with Rob Hatcher
As part of our series of special events for Edo Style: Art of Japan (1615–1868), The David Roche Foundation is proud to host Rob Hatcher, one of the leading horticulturalists from the Botanic Gardens of South Australia, for a practical demonstration and talk on the Japanese art of Bonsai. Over the course of the event, Rob will demonstrate some bonsai pruning, training and repotting techniques as well as the creation of a new bonsai. Then, to complement this practical demonstration, Rob…
Find out more »Kimberley Foundation Australia – lecture
On the occasion of the Kimberley Foundation Australia’s 20th Anniversary and the 10th anniversary of the death of Grahame Walsh, KFA tells the story of how the relatively unknown historic treasure that is Kimberley rock art has become the focus of major research by Australia’s leading archaeologists and scientists. Two multi-million dollar research projects involving 40+ researchers from all over the world, along with traditional owners, are collaborating on archaeological surveys. A pioneering Rock Art Dating project has the world…
Find out more »OUR MAN IN HAVANA
A hapless vacuum cleaner salesman gets sucked into a world of espionage in a murderously funny story told by 6 actors….and a vacuum cleaner!
Find out more »OUR MAN IN HAVANA
Author Grahame Greene/Adapted by Clive Frances Director Dave Simms PRESENTED BY STIRLING PLAYERS A hapless vacuum cleaner salesman gets sucked into a world of espionage in a murderously funny story told by 6 actors….and a vacuum cleaner! Jim Wormold, an under-employed vacuum cleaner salesman living in 1950s Cuba is struggling to pay for his teenage daughter’s extravagant lifestyle. So, when the British Secret Service asks him to become their ‘man in Havana’ he can’t afford to say no. There’s just…
Find out more »Yoga Family Festival at The Roxy!
The City of Unley along with Roxy Centre & Headspace and Bass invite you to our Yoga Festival, an active fun afternoon out with your family! Experience the Headspace and Bass movement during their Yoga classes while the kids are entertained by different activities. Children’s Activities - A well known character will entertain your little ones by playing games & having their faces painted during our 1st session &/or they can join in on a fun children's movement class KONGA®…
Find out more »Yoga Family Festival at The Roxy!
The City of Unley along with Roxy Centre & Headspace and Bass invite you to our Yoga Festival, an active fun afternoon out with your family! Experience the Headspace and Bass movement during their Yoga classes while the kids are entertained by different activities. Children’s Activities - A well known character will entertain your little ones by playing games & having their faces painted during our 1st session &/or they can join in on a fun children's movement class KONGA®…
Find out more »2018 AYO Chamber Players
Discover the intimate world of chamber music with AYO Chamber Players. Directed by renowned Australian pianist, Piers Lane, this will not be your typical chamber music recital. Known for his pizazz and dynamic approach on stage, the London based pianist always aims to captivate audiences through his imaginative and emotive performances. Passionate about gaining global exposure for Australia’s most talented young musicians, Piers will mentor AYO’s gifted musicians throughout an intensive week of rehearsals, before culminating with two free concerts…
Find out more »October 2018
Fine Washi Art Exhibition by Gigi Muto
Fine Washi Art promotes traditional Japanese fine wash art. Established in February 2012 in Adelaide and developed with assistance from various partners, Fine Washi Art has grown within a short period of time. Taking up flamenco dancing as a hobby introduced her to the wondrously coloured embroidery of the flamenco dancing shawl and saw the birth of a blended passion: her joy in the dance and in the beauty of the colours of the dancing costumes. In the field of…
Find out more »The Australian Burlesque Festival – Burlesque Workshops
Workshop 1: Introduction to Classic Burlesque Price: $30 Date/Time: 4 October - 700pm to 730pm Instructor: Bunni Lambada Class Description: In this all-levels workshop students will learn about the art of classic burlesque, with a focus on movement, style and developing musicality. This routine will include a focus on upper and lower body movement for burlesque performance, creating a stage persona, working with props, and tease! Level of experience: suitable for all levels – no dance experience necessary. What to bring/wear: Gloves, water bottle,…
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