whitehorse centre - what's on - may, june & july 2014

at the Whitehorse Centre

WHAT'S ON

MAY – JUNE – JULY 2014www.whitehorsecentre.com.au

Box Office 9262 6555

Whitefriars and Siena Colleges present

Barnum‘There's a sucker born every minute!'

This famous catchphrase was created by Mr P. T. Barnum, American showman, prankster and entertainer. Follow the thrills, spills and festivities as this story takes the audience to a time of social and political change, all the while escaping into an exciting, colourful and energetic display of clowns and comedic characters. With an up tempo score highlighting songs such as Thank God I’m Old, The Prince of Humbug and Join the Circus, there is plenty of dancing, singing and acrobatics to delight the audience.

1 May – 3 May Contact the Box Office for performance details Full $26.50 Conc. 23.50

Nova Music Theatre presents

My Fair LadyMy Fair Lady is a musical based upon George Bernard Shaw's Pygmalion, with book and lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner and music by Frederick Loewe. Cockney flower girl Eliza Doolittle undertakes speech lessons from phonetics Professor Henry Higgins, in an attempt to convince English society that she is a well-born lady. My Fair Lady includes many memorable songs such as I Could Have Danced All Night,

Get Me to the Church on Time and On the Street Where You Live.

9 May - 24 May Contact the Box Office for performance details Full $40 Conc. $35 Child $32 Group (10+) $32

The Whitehorse Centre presents

Secret LoveAll-time favourite and one of Australia’s finest entertainers, Simon Gallaher returns to the Whitehorse Centre with Secret Love, a concert of classic love songs and torch songs from the past 50 years. From An Affair To Remember, Secret Love and Love Is A Many Splendored Thing, to classics by Burt Bacharach, Neil Sedaka and Roy Orbison, Simon's show promises his usual style and polish in a fun and delightful presentation.

Wednesday 14 May 11am Complimentary morning tea 10am Single $17 each/Group (10 +) $15 each

Surrey Music Cafe presents

Vardos Listen to their passionate music and enjoy their stage antics as Vardos present compilations mastered while travelling through Eastern Europe in horse-drawn carts in the quest of Roma (Gypsy) musicians. Featuring Alana Hunt on violin, Sofia Chapman on accordion and Kirri Buchler on double bass. In addition to Vardos, cimbalom player Tim Meyen will feature on a hammered dulcimer and the Gyongyosborkrete Hungarian Gypsy Dancers will provide a spectacular visual display.

Friday 30 May 8pm (doors open 7.30pm) Tickets $18 each Group (10+) $16 Performance held at Box Hill Community Arts Centre 470 Station St Box Hill.

Babirra Music Theatre presents

Phantom Of The Opera

The most popular musical of all time – The Phantom of the Opera – comes to The Whitehorse Centre in a sumptuous production. Still running on Broadway after more than 25 years and in London after more than 27 years, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s greatest work will thrill you with its powerful, passionate story and its glorious music including All I Ask of You, The Music of the Night, Masquerade and many, many more, including of course the towering title song.

31 May – 14 June Contact the Box Office for performance details Full $42 Conc. $38 Child $34 Group (10+) $38


Fiddler On The Roof (classic film 1971)Nominated for eight Academy Awards, this outstanding film tells the life-affirming story of Tevye, a poor milkman whose love, faith and pride help him face the oppression of Tsarist Russia. Featuring the classic songs If I Were A Rich Man and Matchmaker, Fiddler On

The Roof is a universal story of hope, love and acceptance.

Wednesday 4 June 10am Complimentary morning tea 9.15am Single $8 each/Group (10 +) $7 each

Utassy Ballet presents

Peter and the WolfThis 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 is ‘Kids Kabaret!’ Sung by Cilla Black and set to the music of Don Spencer (ABC Playschool), songs including Penguin Strut, Let’s Hear It for Skin and The ABC of the World have become favourites for people of all ages.

16 & 17 June 9.30am & 11.15am Full $14 Conc. $10


Managing CarmenBrent Lyall is at the top of his game and should be on top of the world. He is captain of the most powerful football club in Australia, has two medals and a beautiful girlfriend; yet something is holding him back from being the charismatic hero the public and his sponsors expect. By acclaimed Australian playwright David Williamson, Managing Carmen takes a satirical look at the characters behind the nation’s favourite sport: greedy sports managers, champion footballers,

glamorous girlfriends and notorious tabloid writers.

Friday 20 June 8pm Saturday 21 June 2pm & 8pm Full $45 Conc. $42 U25 $25


My Latin Heart

In a celebration of Latin passion and beautiful music, internationally acclaimed baritone José Carbó is joined by renowned classical guitarists Slava & Leonard Grigoryan in an evening of highly passionate tango. Enjoy a repertoire of popular Latin American songs including Lara’s Granada, Piazzolla’s Ave Maria and Oblivion and brilliant tangos such as Caminto, Mi Buenos Aires querido and Adiós. This sensuous collection of songs will come to life in a tango spectacular live on stage.

Friday 27 June 8pm Full $50 Conc. $48 U25 $25

Robert Stolz Viennese Music Society presents

Dreaming 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.

Sunday 6 July 2pm Adults $37 Conc. $31 Students/Child (under 18) $20


The Poor Little Rich Girl (classic film 1936)Shirley Temple stars in this heart warming music-packed story about a young girl and her fast-tracked success as a radio vaudeville star. Thinking she is on the way to boarding school her soap manufacturer father has no idea she has joined a vaudeville act and is working on a radio show owned by another soap company. A very young Temple has plenty of room to sing, dance and shine in this classic film.

Wednesday 9 July 10am Complimentary morning tea 9.15am Single $8 each/Group (10 +) $7 each


Pete the Sheep Based on the picture book by Jackie French & Bruce Whatley School Holiday Entertainment

Shaun is the new shearer in Shaggy Gully. All the other shearers have sheep dogs to help them, but not Shaun. His partner is Pete, a sheep-sheep! The other shearers are not happy with Shaun and his sheep-sheep and even less so when they set up a Shearing Salon in town! This hilarious musical comedy, imaginatively told by four performers playing shearers, dogs and sheep, explores the challenges and rewards of being an individual, and will be a lasting tribute to real friendship,

honouring your own spirit and strength, whilst being part of the flock!

Thursday 10 July 10am Single $16 Family (4+) $14each Suitable for 3-9 years

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

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The Magic Flute

The ancient tombs of the Pharaohs hide many secrets. Will Tamino the daring archaeologist find them? Will it be Papageno, the zany ornithologist? Or will the forces of evil crack the code, find the treasure and get the girl? Find out when Opera Australia’s Oz Opera presents a ripping yarn for all the family. The Magic Flute is a quest for wisdom and true love. Taking inspiration from the movies this new production of Mozart’s final work is a rollicking adventure in 1930s Egypt.

Tuesday 15 July 7.30pm Full $62 Conc. $60 Sorry - sold out

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 [email protected]

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.

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.

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whitehorse centre - what's on - may, june & july 2014

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