whitehorse centre - what's on - feb to apr 2016

Whitehorse Centre 397 Whitehorse Road Nunawading 3131

Box Office Hours Monday to Friday 10am - 4.30pm

Phone 9262 6555

Phone bookings attract a handling fee of $3.75.

Internet Tickets can be purchased via www.whitehorsecentre.com.au

Internet bookings attract a handling fee of $3.00.

Email [email protected]

Accessibility Whitehorse Centre is 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

Privacy Council is fully committed to complying with the provisions of privacy legislation. This means that Council respects the privacy of individuals and complies with the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014 in the collection, use, storage, management, provision of access and disposal of personal information. The information collected at the time of making a phone or mail booking is 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 on sale through the centre’s ticketing service, or to seek your feedback to assist us to deliver better services. The information will be used by the Council for that primary purpose or directly related purposes. The intended recipients of the information are Council Officers and authorised contractors. Council may disclose the information to law enforcement agencies, courts and other organisations authorised to collect it. For more information, please refer to Council’s Privacy Policy at http://www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/Privacy-Statement.html or obtain a copy from any of the Council offices. If you have any questions, change your contact details or do not wish to receive information as stated above, please contact the Whitehorse Centre on 9262 6555.

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Whitehorse Centre is a service of the Whitehorse City Council 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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Whitehorse Centre presents

Big, Blonde and BeautifulCelebrate history’s favourite ‘blonde’ singers like Mae West, Marilyn Monroe, Dolly Parton and our very own Olivia Newton-John. The dynamic Martine Pavey, accompanied by a three-piece ensemble, takes a tongue in cheek look at our fascination with the golden-locked beauties of stage and screen in a scintillating morning of fabulous music!

Wednesday 27 April 11am Morning tea commences at 10am Tickets $18 / Group (10 +) $16

Whitehorse City Council is considering the future of the Whitehorse Centre. As part of this process Council has made publicly available the Whitehorse Centre Business Case and has engaged an independent organisation to conduct consultation on the three options being considered for the centre:

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1 A redevelopment of the Centre based upon the Business Case

2 Undertake essential works (approx. an indexed $7m+) to continue its operation for another 8-10 years before a potential closure

3 Closure of the existing Centre within the next 2 years.

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• Additional savings for gold subscribers to the variety program.

• Gold subscribers receive a complimentary drink or ice cream at each performance.

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• A delayed debit program that means you pay only when you see the show.

• Shows sell out quickly but with a subscription you have a confirmed booking to avoid disappointment.

• Flexibility with changing your dates at no cost to you.

How to Find Out More

The Council Report, the Business Case and its relevant attachments are available at www.whitehorse.centre.com.au

Hard copy versions are also available at the Whitehorse Centre, Council’s Customer Service Centre’s located at Forest Hill Chase Shopping Centre, Council Civic Office in Nunawading and Box Hill Town Hall.

Display copies are available at the four municipal libraries located at Nunawading Library, Vermont South Library, Blackburn Library and Box Hill Library.

If you have questions regarding the Business Case please email [email protected]

Written enquiries are to be posted to the following address: Arts and Recreation Development Administration Officer Whitehorse City Council Locked Bag 2 Nunawading Delivery Centre Vic 3131

Please refer to Council’s website for the Collection Statement related to the Business Case enquiries: www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ Consulting-the-Community.html

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The City of Whitehorse Band presents

An April Evening with the BandThe City of Whitehorse Band will perform with featured guest artistes the “demoiselles” with Jo To on double bass and vocals, Lisette Payet on piano and vocals and Kelly Auty vocals. Brian Kemp will again lead the Band in this concert consisting of music from film, stage and big bands. Proudly supported by the City of Whitehorse.

Monday 11 April 8pm Full $20 Conc $15

Hot Road Productions presents

The Glass Soldier – The Story of an ANZAC in Music

Narrated by Derek Guille and combined with a world class brass ensemble and percussionists including the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra and outstanding vocalists, this is the story of Nelson Ferguson, a young artist from Ballarat, who became a stretcher bearer in WW1. In 1918 Ferguson’s eyes and lungs were damaged at Villers Bretonneux and on his return from war he went on to make a significant contribution to

society. In 1968, by the miracle of science, his eyesight was restored. This is a concert that will stir your soul.

Saturday 16 April 3pm Full $25 Conc $15

Country SongCountry Song is a fictionalised story inspired by the life of Jimmy Little – a witty, warm journey back into Australia’s recent past. Featuring music from some of Australia’s renowned Indigenous entertainers, this show is pure entertainment, revelling in the healing power of music. Michael Tuahine leads a cast of six actor/musicians in this yarn drawing on the life of the gentleman balladeer, peppered with old-time hits from Johnny Cash and Marty

Robbins to Jimmy’s own number one hit Royal Telephone. You’ll laugh, cry, dance and maybe even sing along with this inspiring tale.

Tuesday 19 April 8pm (post-show Q & A) Wednesday 20 April 1pm & 8pm Full $46 Conc $43 Under 25 $25

Loose EndsAfter the success of Jens Altheimer’s show Squaring The Wheel in 2013, he returns in this new show sure to delight. Loose Ends is a show for kids and adults who love puppetry, gadgets, inventions and the odd circus act. It makes technology and tinkering fun for everyone and is a visually rich, eccentric show. An adventure about a man who thinks he can organise all his life in boxes and along the way finds he needs to learn a lesson or two about friendship!

Thursday 7 April 11am (post show Q & A) Single $17 Family $15 each (4 or more)

Four Seasons in One NightCelebrating the incredible music of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, Bobby Fox gives a firsthand insight into the world of this legendary man and his band. Handpicked for the Australian production of Jersey Boys by Frankie Valli himself and after three years and over 850 performances as Frankie

Valli, Bobby returns to the stage to take you on his personal journey of the hit stage musical. Enjoy all the favourite songs including Oh What A Night!, Walk Like A Man, Grease, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You and many more.

Friday 8 April 8pm Saturday 9 April 8pm Full $52 Conc $49 Under 25 $25

Falcon Class Entertainment presents

The Three Tenors ShowIn July 1990, The Three Tenors, Pavarotti, Domingo and Carreras, performed their debut concert at the ancient Baths of Caraccalla Rome, a performance televised to millions of viewers around the world. The recording of this concert became the best-selling classical album of all time and the concert launched The Three Tenors franchise. Now it’s your chance to see The Australian Three Tenors, Angelo Falcone, Lawrence Allen and Marco Cinque, as they bring their amazing voices to the Whitehorse Centre stage.

Sunday 10 April 2.10pm Full $27.50 Conc $23.50

4000 Miles21-year-old Leo rocks up unannounced at the Manhattan apartment of his Jewish grandmother Vera. Having broken up with his girlfriend and cycled across the country, he needs a place to crash for the night, no questions asked. But Vera – prickly, stubborn and sharp as a tack – isn’t about to let him off that easily. As an overnight couch-surf turns into an extended stay, 4000 Miles unearths a surprising parallel between these two generations in this emotionally

compelling drama. This compassionate and unsentimental play explores the funny, frustrating and ultimately life-changing relationship between a grandson learning to face his life, and his formidable grandmother.

Friday 11 March 8pm (post-show Q & A) Saturday 12 March 2pm & 8pm Full $46 Conc $43 Under 25 $25

The MikadoFully staged and with superb costumes this unconventional version of The Mikado is full of surprises and fun for all ages. Starring the hilarious talents of comic baritone Brian Hannan as Ko Ko, the superb voice of Alison Rae Jones as Yum Yum, the great acting of mezzo soprano Caroline Vercoe as Katisha, the commanding Phillip Wheeldon as Pooh Bah and the seasoned professional Chris McKenna as Nanki Poo.

Saturday 19 March 2pm & 8pm Full $42 Conc $39 Under 25 $25

Babe (classic film 1995)Babe is a little pig who doesn't quite know his place in the world. With the help of his friends like Ferdinand the duck and Fly the dog, Babe realises that he has the makings to become the greatest sheep pig of all time. James Cromwell is superb as the taciturn farmer willing to give a little pig a chance. This is a beautiful film for the whole family!

Wednesday 30 March 10am Morning tea commences at 9.15am Full $8 Group (10+) $7

The Belles of BroadwayFollowing her critically acclaimed show The Women of the 60s, Gina Hogan returns to our stage in a fabulous new show that gives an insight into her incredible journey through the world of professional theatre. She will sing her favourite songs from shows including Beauty and the Beast, The Sound of Music, Mamma Mia and many more. Come and enjoy a generous serving of music theatre, a dash of jazz and lashings of humour.

Wednesday 10 February 11am Morning tea commences at 10am Full $18 Group (10+) $16

Melinda Does DorisAfter forging a dazzling country music career that has won her six Golden Guitars and stunning audiences on Dancing with the Stars, Melinda Schneider pays homage to one of her musical heroes, Doris Day. The show traces not only the music of Doris Day but her fascinating life story. This celebration includes timeless hits such as Sentimental Journey, Que Sera, Sera, Everybody Loves A Lover, Secret Love and a whole slew of hits from Calamity Jane, Love Me Or Leave Me and The Pajama Game.

Friday 26 February 8pm Saturday 27 February 8pm Full $52 Conc $49 Under 25 $25

The Rotary Club of Box Hill Central presents

Royal Australian Navy Band in ConcertThe sounds of this instrumental extravaganza will delight people of all ages, in a program of popular music ranging from the big band era to well-known musicals. All proceeds from this concert will go towards

assisting the Eastern Emergency Relief Network and local Rotary Club service projects.

Friday 4 March 7.30pm All Tickets $27

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