Thursday 17th September 2009Saturday 19th September 2009

The Street Theatre, Cnr childers St & University Ave, Canberra, ACT

A musical comedy show featuring comedian Michael Connell Comedians Michael Connell, Jay Sullivan, Tom Gibson, & The Stevenson Experience Guitarist Jonno Zilber THE BLUES - A musical comedy show featuring Michael Connell

Blues music and comedy; at first sight it would seem to be a strange mix. One makes you cry, the other makes you laugh. However mixing them together is just what Comedian and Harmonica player Michael Connell is planning to do in a new comedy show. "I've been doing comedy for over eight years, and playing the Harmonica for the last four, and I've always kept my comedy and music very separate," Michael explains. "However, recently I've begun to notice there's a lot of similarities between the Blues and Comedy. For me, they're both about taking something negative, like being poor or getting cheated on, and turning it into something positive like music or laughter."

Titled, appropriately enough, "The Blues", the show will run at The Street Theatre in mid September. As a comedian Michael h

Sunday, 2nd August 2009

12 Little Chapel Street

Come look at the freaks OCTAVEtheatre presents

SIDESHOW

Come look at the freaks

During the tumultuous and trying times of the 1930s depression, the Sideshow - a bizarre collection of anomalous 'freaks' - was a comforting reminder to 'ordinary' people that life could be worse. Penned by Bill Russell and Henry Krieger, Sideshow invites you into the lives of Daisy and Violet Hilton, conjoined twins raised by the traveling company of sideshow freaks and their cruel impresario. Join them as they struggle to come to terms with their confused identities, while experiencing the triumphs and pitfalls of fame and love.

Propelled by a memorable score of contemporary musical theatre with a Vaudevillian twist, Sideshow is a unique and wonderful show that will compel you to embrace your inner freak

Strictly limited season!

30 July - 2 August

Thurs & Fri 8pm, Sat 4pm & 9pm, Sun 6pm

Tickets: $31 Full, $26 Concession and Groups 10+ (+ transaction fee)

Bookings: 03 8290 7000 or www.chapeloffchapel.c

Sunday, 28th June 2009

Will & Tobys Supper Club, 134 Oxford St, Darlinghurst

Each Sunday, Trevor Ashley will host and present some of Australian best Cabaret and Musical theatre performers in the relaxed and sophisticated setting of the Supper Club at Taylor square. With different headliners each week, plus a few surprise guests, join us for a cocktail and enjoy the ambience and intimacy of Sydney finest cabaret space.

Just when you thought Cabaret was dead and gone in Sydney, Trevor Ashley has created a new and fresh way of seeing it.

The format of the night is Simple: Trevor hosts and performs, with beautiful Musical direction from Bev Kennedy and her live band. Each Week a bevy of incredible special guests come together to put a show that is leaving audiences screaming for more.

Friday, 26th June 2009

Old Fitzroy Theatre, 129 Dowling St, Woolloomooloo

Two men, trapped in a prison cell as the world goes mad outside. What is their crime? What will it take to set them free?

There is a riot going on outside. Two men are locked in a cell together. Their crimes are unknown and their sentences are uncertain. The play explores the complex relationships established when two very damaged souls come to care very deeply for each other. Within the darkness of this play exists a healing force of love and honour. It is a deeply emotional play that acknowledges the roles and postures that men adopt to survive, but plunges past all that to the core of confusion, need, and loneliness that boils beneath the surface. Shaman Productions (Men, Love and the Monkeyboy, Darlinghurst Theatre and Parramatta Riverside, 2008, Love and Money, Old Fitzroy Theatre, 2007) is steadily building a reputation as a fresh, dynamic company focused on producing exciting, relevant theatrical experiences for Sydney audiences. Cast and Crew: Directed by Travis Green With: Simon Bossell and Andrew B

Wednesday 15th July 2009

Flamingos Night Club, Wellington St

Artist/acts appearing: Stewart Lee, Jason Cook, Pappy's Fun Club, Gary Delaney, Jess Fostekew, Angelos Epetehimou, MC Carl Donnelly & Resident Brian Gittins Artist/acts appearing: Stewart Lee, Jason Cook, Pappy's Fun Club, Gary Delaney, Jess Fostekew, Angelos Epetehimou, MC Carl Donnelly & Resident Brian Gittins

Event Location: Bar FM, 184 Hopgood Street, Shepherds Bush, W12 7JU

Wednesday 8th July 2009

The Tabernacle, Powis Square, Notting Hill, London, W11 2AY

Artist/acts appearing: Tom Basden, Tim Key, TOP SECRET TV GUEST, George Ryegold, Isy Suttie & MC Carl Donnelly Artist/acts appearing: Tom Basden, Tim Key, TOP SECRET TV GUEST, George Ryegold, Isy Suttie & MC Carl Donnelly

Sunday, 21st June 2009

278 Palmer Street, Darlinghurst

Catherine at Avignon is Original Independent Theatre and has recieved great reviews! Must close June 21 CATHERINE AT AVIGNON

"...rich dark humour and salacious moments...shimmering cast...startling moments of poetry...polished show..." The Brag

"... verve of the storytelling.. There is something of Stoppard's Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Like Stoppard ,Gilchrist is great with words, and amply demonstrates it in scene after scene of highly amusing and erudite verbal sparring a significant achievement in writing, direction and staging.." www.media-culture.org.au

"Gilchrist's newest work Catherine of Avignon is a thought-provoking piece on the importance of truth and purity of spirit in a world gone mad poetic and whimsical, Gilchrist seamlessly weaves olde English and 21st century language to jolt us between yesterday and today at will." http://www.altmedia.net.au/theatre-catherine-of-avingnon/

"Gilchrist's script is clever and engaging .The performances are brilliantly executed Catheri

Friday, 10th July 2009

Daniel Morcombe Foundation show

Globe Theatre

Friday, 12th June 2009

Live Oak Theater June 12-14

San Francisco Cabaret Opera presents A Weekend in Hell with Menotti's The Old Maid and the Thief, a Grotesque Opera in 14 Scenes and Zachary Watkins' No Exit, based on the play by Jean Paul Sartre.

Dates June 12, 13 at 8 pm; June 14 at 7 pm, Live Oak Theater, 1301 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA Tickets Tickets online at www.goathall.org Phone reservations at 415-289-6877 Ticket prices: $20 general admission/$15 seniors/students

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Source: The Squid List

Thursday, 25th June 2009

THE UKS NATIONAL THEATRE LAUNCHES NT LIVE A SERIES OF FOUR LIVE PLAYS IN HIGH-DEFINITIONTO OVER 230 MOVIE THEATERS AND PERFORMING ARTS CENTERS WORLDWIDE, SUPPORTED BY TRAVELEX. The Lark Theater in Larkspur is honored to be chosen as one of only three Theaters in California to host this amazing series. The pilot season of NT Live, the new initiative by the UKs National Theatre to broadcast live performances of plays onto cinema screens around the world, launches Thursday, June 25 with NT Director Nicholas Hytners production of PHDRE by Jean Racine, in a version by Ted Hughes, with Helen Mirren in the title role. The cast also includes Dominic Cooper and Margaret Tyzack. Of her performance in PHDRE to be sent via satellite to movie theatres, Helen Mirren says, I am very happy to have the opportunity to play Phdre -a rich, complex and demanding role " and to be part of NT Live, this grand new adventure for the National Theatre.

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Source: The Squid List

15th June 200921st June 2009

Tap Gallery, Level 1, 278 Palmer St Darlinghurst

The Eminescu Poetry and Art Festival is happening at the Tap Gallery between the 15th and the 21st of June 2009. Mihai Eminescu ( /mi'haj e.mi'nes.ku/) was a late Romantic poet, novelist and journalist, and regarded as Romania's most famous and influential poet. The festival will celebrate the life and work of Eminescu, over a packed week of poetry, music, theatre, film and art exhibition.

The Eminescu Festival draws parallels between the cultural heritage of both Romania and Australia and will highlight both country's shared passion for poetry. Romanian poets, artists and musicians living in Sydney will perform alongside leading contemporary Australian poets over four dates of the festival. Five award winning Romanian short films will also screen during two FREE movie nights.

Saturday 6th June 2009

Cafe Cleopatra 1230 boul.st. laurent

rally ,speeches ,performances Nat king Pole, Dead Doll Dancers,Drag acts , Academic speakers Red Alert Coalition to save Cafe Cleopatra

Following the presentation of a revitalization plan of the Quadrilatre Saint-Laurent we've formed an artistic coalition with the objective of promoting our rights and assets in order to conciliate the colorfulness of Montreal's Following the presentation of a revitalization plan of the Quadrilatre Saint-Laurent we've formed an artistic coalition with the objective of promoting our rights and assets in order to conciliate the colorfulness of Montreal's "Red Light" district with the proposed plan of erecting an administrative office building within an area designated as Quartier des Spectacles de Montral.

Help us integrate the creative spirit of the last 5 years at Cabaret Cleo's within a constructive, honest and positive plan to revitalize Montreal's legendary "Main".

You can sign the petition .Join us on Facebook

Saturday June 6th at 8pm

"Friends of Cabaret

Sunday, 12th July 2009

12 Little Chapel Street, Prahran

Presented by Chapel Off Chapel and BoomShanka! Productions Chapel Off Chapel and BoomShanka! Productions present

Cold Comfort

Directed by Brendan Rock

Grab a pint, a whiskey, and settle-in for a night of laughter and tears, as BoomShanka! Productions present Owen McCafferty's award winning play Cold Comfort.

Cold Comfort, directed by Brendan Rock and starring David Rock, is the story of Kevin Toner who returns to Belfast after an absence of 15 years to have a last 'conversation' with his recently deceased father. It reveals a man facing his demons for perhaps the first time in his life

Lyrical, hard hitting with real emotional punch, Cold Comfort brings together twin brothers Brendan and David Rock, who have chosen to inaugurate their new company BoomShanka! Productions with a piece that will both challenge and inspire audiences.

2 - 12 July

Thurs - Sat 8pm, Sun 6pm

Preview Thursday 2 July

Matinee 9 July 2pm

Tickets: $25 Full, $20 Con and $15 Preview and Matinee (+ transaction fee

Saturday, 13th June 2009

Newtown Theatre, Cnr King & Bray Street, Newtown

Warm up this winter with one of Shakespeares most provocative plays. In assocation with Newtown theatre, Sydney Shakspeare Festival is proud to present its Winter Showcase: The Merchant of Venice.

In this unsettling comedy, bonds of friendship, family, love, money and religion are put to the the test in some of Shakespeares most electrifying scenes.

Wednesday 10th June 2009

acts appearing: Stewart Lee, Brendon Burns, Phil Nichol, Andrew Lawrence, Brian Gittins & MC Carl Donnelly Stewart Lee, Brendon Burns, Phil Nichol, Andrew Lawrence, Brian Gittins & MC Carl Donnellys Event Name: Knock2bag Comedy @ The Tabernacle

Artist/acts appearing: Stewart Lee, Brendon Burns, Phil Nichol, Andrew Lawrence, Brian Gittins & MC Carl Donnelly

Date & Time: 10 June 8pm - Doors 7pm

Event Location: The Tabernacle, Powis Square, Notting Hill, London, W11 2AY

Nearest Tube: Westbourne Park

Price: 10

Tickets available here: http://www.seetickets.co.uk/see/price.asp?code=394986&userid={5C0B3832-D4B2-40F1-8297-588E99C8EAF3}&filler1=see&filler2=art-srch

Contact Telephone Number: 07870212189

Website: http://www.knock2bag.co.uk

Email: comedynight@knock2bag.co.uk

Wednesday 17th June 2009

Bar FM, 184 Hopgood Street, Shepherds Bush, W12 7JU

acts appearing: Brendon Burns, Matt Forde, Bridget Christie, Kiosk of Champions, Marcel Lucont, Brett Goldstein, MC Carl Donnelly & Resident Brian Gittins acts appearing: Brendon Burns, Matt Forde, Bridget Christie, Kiosk of Champions, Marcel Lucont, Brett Goldstein, MC Carl Donnelly & Resident Brian Gittins Event Name: Knock2bag Comedy Night

Artist/acts appearing: Brendon Burns, Matt Forde, Bridget Christie, Kiosk of Champions, Marcel Lucont, Brett Goldstein, MC Carl Donnelly & Resident Brian Gittins

Date & Time: 17th June

8pm - Doors 7pm

Event Location: Bar FM, 184 Hopgood Street, Shepherds Bush, W12 7JU

Nearest Tube: Shepherds Bush

Price: 7

Tickets available here: http://www.ticketweb.co.uk/user/?region=gb_london&query=detail&event=315390

Contact Telephone Number: 07870212189

Website: http://www.knock2bag.co.uk

Email: comedynight@knock2bag.co.uk

Saturday 3rd October 2009Monday 12th October 2009

Singapore

Get ready for more great arts and lifestyle experiences when Singapore Sun Festival returns from 3 to 12 October 2009. Back for the third year, Singapore Sun Festival is an annual multi-arts premium lifestyle event that covers seven disciplines - music, visual arts, literature, film, wine, cuisine and wellness. Get ready for more great arts and lifestyle experiences when Singapore Sun Festival returns from 3 to 12 October 2009. Back for the third year, Singapore Sun Festival is an annual multi-arts premium lifestyle event that covers seven disciplines - music, visual arts, literature, film, wine, cuisine and wellness.

This year's Festival will showcase a world premiere event featuring a dance performance by world renowned dancers, and an array of integrated, star-studded high profile events, as well as free events for all to attend. Artists that will be participating this year include a Hollywood celebrity, numerous Grammy Award-winners, Noble Prize winner in Literature and two of the world's best oper

Wednesday, 15th July 2009

Bondi Pavilion, Bondi Beach

Fresh from a successful season at the 2009 Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Tumbleweed Theatrical Productions brings you Alice in Wonderland - a high energy, musical comedy for children aged 5 years and over. Followed each day by Through the Looking Glass at 1pm, for the complete Lewis Carroll experience!

Tumbleweed Productions invites you to come on a fantastic, hilarious journey through Wonderland, with your favourite characters like the Mad Hatter and the March Hare. Three comic performers and a one-woman band play out Lewis Carrolls classic, which will be loved by children and grown-ups alike.

For more information or for reviews of the show, go to www.tumbleweed.org/alice

PLEASE NOTE

Purchasing a Both Shows ticket type will allow you entry to the Alice in Wonderland performance at 11.30AM as well as the Alice - Through the Looking Glass performance at 1.00PM on the SAME DAY .

If you wish to see each performance on a different date you will need to purchase these tickets separately.

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