hawthorn arts centre 2016 season 1

HawtHorn arts Centre

season one Jan—JUn 2016

MUSIC

3MBS Mendelssohn Marathon 4 Sunday 28 February

Boroondara Eisteddfod Piano Concerto 6 with Zelman Symphony Sunday 19 June

THEATRE

4000 Miles 7 Thursday 10 March

Boy Out of the Country 8 Saturday 14 May

DANCE

Sankofa 9 Thursday 25 February

Veil of Maya 10 by Melbourne Ballet Company Friday 4 and Sunday 6 March

MATINEE MUSIC

On a Humorous Note 11 Wednesday 17 February

Lux Theatre Radio 12 presents Phantom of the Opera Wednesday 20 April

The Seekers Story 13 Wednesday 15 June

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FUN FOR KIDS

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Mr Clicketty Cane Plays Chopsticks 15 by Peter Coombe Sunday 29 May

The Little Prince 16 Tuesday 7 June

CREATIVE WORKSHOPS FOR ADULTS

“I Can Do That?” 17 Home Styling Series

Shaynna Blaze - A window into Interior Design Thursday 4 February

“I Can Do That?” 18 Winter Warmers Series

Modern Hand Quilting Workshops with Anna Farago

Getting Started Sunday 15 May Finished Product Sunday 19 June

Knitting Workshops with Whisky Bay Woollens

For Beginners Sunday 1 May Beyond the Basics Sunday 29 May

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This season’s program is brimming with an exciting mix of arts experiences for music, dance and theatre lovers along with a fun-filled kids’ program and hands-on workshops for adults.

Hawthorn Arts Centre is proud to again host the 3MBS Marathon event, with this year’s composer unveiled as Mendelssohn. Over six sessions, some of Melbourne’s finest classical musicians and singers will converge on Hawthorn to present a one-of-a-kind event. Also within the music program is the annual Boroondara Eisteddfod Piano Concerto Award featuring three fine young pianists performing with accompaniment from Zelman Symphony.

On the dance scene, in February, Asanti Dance Theatre will provide an unforgettable experience of African music, dance and culture with a contemporary edge. Followed by the return of the Melbourne Ballet Company in March, this is an eclectic dance program not to be missed.

Two of the best theatre productions in Australia will grace the Hawthorn Arts Centre stage this season. Starting with 4000 Miles in March, this play’s accolades are impressive including Finalist for the 2013 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, Winner of the 2012 Obie Award for Best New American Play and named Time Magazine's #1 Play or Musical of 2012.

Rounding out the theatre program is Boy Out of the Country. Funny, fast paced, and written in an Australian poetic vernacular reminiscent of the poetic tradition of Banjo Paterson, this is a play about land, family and belonging.

2016 also sees the launch of Hawthorn Arts Centre’s program just for kids as well as the Boroondara Arts Kids’ Club. With a mix of fun school holiday activities and quality shows on the stage, there is something for all ages and interests.

And if you are a big kid looking to try your hand at something new, the adult workshop series “I CAN DO THAT?” is for you. The Home Styling series in Term One will feature an exclusive seminar by Selling Houses Australia and The Block’s Shaynna Blaze. Term Two’s Winter Warmers series gives you the chance to prepare for the winter months with classes on knitting and quilting with a modern twist.

Alongside the exquisite programs in our sister venues, Kew Court House and Town Hall Gallery, the arts offering in Boroondara has never been better.

Welcome to Hawthorn Arts Centre’s 2016 Season 1 program. This is the Centre’s fifth season since opening in late 2013 and features a selection of dance, theatre and music from artists and companies at the top of their game.

Following the immensely popular Beethoven, Schubert and Brahms marathons, 3MBS Fine Music Melbourne, in partnership with the Hawthorn Arts Centre, is proud to present the 12-hour 3MBS Mendelssohn Marathon.

Across six sessions, Artistic Curator Chris Howlett has gathered 70 of Australia’s finest chamber and vocal musicians to perform 25 of Felix Mendelssohn's greatest masterpieces as well as works from his talented sister Fanny.

Featuring a stellar line-up of some of Australia's most beloved classical musicans and ensembles, the 3MBS Mendellsohn Marathon will be a highlight of the 2016 Melbourne musical calendar and a unique opportunity to engage deeply with a musical genius.

Presented by 3MBS Fine Music Melbourne and Hawthorn Arts Centre

Sun 28 February 9.30am to 9.30pm with lunch and dinner breaks

Tickets All day passes start from $105 Single session tickets start from $25

hawthornartscentre.com.au or (03) 9278 4770

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9.30AM - 11AM - SESSION 1 Variations seriues, Op.54 Timothy Young Variations Concertantes Op. 17 - Zoe Knighton & Ian Munro & Peter de Jager

11.30AM - 1PM - SESSION 2 Hebrides Overture Op. 26 arranged for piano 4 hands - Caroline Almonte & Ian Munro Elijah Tenor Arias - Henry Choo & Joseph Beckitt Violin Sonata in F major - Sonya Lifschitz and Jenny Khafagi String Quartet No. 2 Op. 44 - Kristian Winther, Ioana Tache, Monique Lapins, Blair Harris

2PM - 3.30PM - SESSION 3 Piano Quartet No. 3 in B minor, Op. 3 – Stefan Cassomenos, Rebecca Chan, Chris Cartlidge, Chris Howlett Fantasy in F sharp minor, Sonate écossaise Op. 28 – Tristan Lee Symphony No. 1 in C minor, Op. 11 (1824) arranged 4 hands, violin, cello – Firebird Trio with Krishna Martin

4PM - 5.30PM - SESSION 4 Cello Sonata No. 2 in D major, Op. 58 – Chris Howlett & Hoang Pham Scherzo in E Minor Op. 16 #2 & Rondo Capriccioso in E Major Op. 14 - Elyane Laussade Songs Without Words Op 67. – Stefan Cassomenos Choral works by Felix & Fanny Mendelssohn - d

6PM - 7.10PM - SESSION 5 Lieder by Felix & Fanny Mendelssohn Piano Trio No. 1 in D minor, Op. 49 – Sutherland Trio String Symphony No. 7 in D minor – 3MBS Chamber Orchestra directed by Howard Penny

8PM - 9.30PM - SESSION 6 Piano Trio No. 2 in C minor, Op. 66 – Kristian Chong, Sophie Rowell, Simon Cobcroft Songs Without Words Op. 19 – Alex Raineri String Octet in E flat major, Op. 20a – Australian Octet

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The renowned Zelman Memorial Symphony Orchestra will accompany three talented pianists in the Boroondara Eisteddfod's 2016 Piano Concerto Award.

Each year over twenty talented young pianists vie for the chance to play with full orchestral accompaniment and take out the coveted title of the Boroondara Eisteddfod Piano Concerto Champion.

Ticket bookings will open alongside further program information on Friday 6 May.

The City of Boroondara and Hawthorn Arts Centre would like to thank the Zelman Memorial Symphony Orchestra for their support of this event.

Presented by Hawthorn Arts Centre, Boroondara Eisteddfod and Zelman Memorial Symphony Orchestra

Sunday 19 June 2PM

FREE Bookings open 6 May


Boroondara eIsteddFod PIano ConCerto wItH ZeLMan syMPHony

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21-year-old Leo rocks up unannounced at the Manhattan apartment of his 91-year-old 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. With disarming frankness and surprising candour, the two negotiate social potholes and trace emotional fault lines that link them to a painful family history.

From one of America’s brightest playwrights, this compassionate and unsentimental play explores the funny, frustrating, and ultimately life-changing relationship between a grandson learning to face his life, and a grandmother who is starting to forget hers.

A Critical Stages, Catnip and MopHead production and presented by Hawthorn Arts Centre

Thursday 10 March 7.30PM

Tickets $45 full / $38 concession


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Saturday 14 May 7.30pm



Presented by Hawthorn Arts Centre and Larrikin Ensemble TheatreBoy oUt oF tHe CoUntry

Funny, fast paced, and written in an Australian poetic vernacular reminiscent of the poetic tradition of Banjo Paterson, Boy Out of the Country tells a story of land, family and belonging. A family property, worthless for generations, is suddenly zoned as part of a regional housing estate to accommodate an ever increasing urban sprawl. At this moment of shifting economies and loyalties, Hunter returns from a seven year absence. Finding his boyhood house boarded up and his mother in a retirement home, Hunter goes in search of answers. And he starts with his brother Gordon.

Award winning poet and playwright Felix Nobis has created a play in Australian verse. The language tunes into the rhythms of the country and uses those rhythms to examine relationships and uncover the landscape. It is a play where an old Australia meets a new Australia: where a country cop comes to terms with catchment areas, where a fifth bedroom is more important than a backyard, and where new technologies have the potential of uncovering old family secrets.

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Thursday 25 February 7.30PM



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Join Asanti Dance Theatre, under the direction of Sidney Myer Creative Fellow, Appiah Annan, for an unforgettable experience of African music, dance and culture with a contemporary edge. Follow one man’s journey through the centuries and into the unknown, all the time under the watchful eye of the ancient Adrinkra symbol, Sankofa.

Featuring incredible international guest artists from Asanti’s sister company in Ghana, combined with some of Australia’s most exciting afro-contemporary dancers and musicians, you will be blown away by the energy, connection to culture and extraordinary talent that these artists present. With undulating torsos, flips through rings of fire, raw energy, exhilarating dance moves and phenomenal acrobatics fused with a combination of live and pre-recorded sound, Sankofa beautifully explores traditional and contemporary themes.

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Presented by Hawthorn Arts Centre and Asanti Dance Theatre

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VeIL oF Maya

This program will feature three world premieres from Australian choreographers Lucas Jervis, Rani Luther and Alexander Baden Bryce and is the first of a trilogy of performances by Melbourne Ballet entitled Intention and Desire showing throughout 2016.

The first part of this new trilogy explores the concept of illusion vs reality in Veil of Maya. The Veil has been described as a frightening illusion which can obscure human perception of reality—what exists and what does not.

For many who believe that in human love we find completeness—such a delusion is regrettable—blinding men into falling in love. The opening ‘volume’ of Intention and Desire thus presents a reflection of a distorted world, clouded by disturbing shadows.

Information on the next two instalments in the trilogy, Empyrean and Guerica will be available in the first half of 2016.

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Presented by Hawthorn Arts Centre and Melbourne Ballet Company

Friday 4 March 7.30PM

Sunday 6 March 2PM

Tickets $40 full / $34 concession / $29 under 16


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Join Hilary Henshaw with special guest Wil Conyers on rib-tickling tour de force featuring songs and tunes by Sophie Tucker, Blossom Dearie, Noel Coward and Stephen Sondheim to mention just a few!

Leave your worries at the Hawthorn Arts Centre doorstep and enjoy this joyful show that will have you in stitches as you’re transported to a time when humour lifted spirits and laughter really was the best medicine.

On a Humorous Note is guaranteed to tickle your funny bone and put a smile on your face.

Presented by Hawthorn Arts Centreon a HUMoroUs note

Wednesday 17 February 11AM

Tickets $15 single, $13 groups of 8 or more

Includes complimentary tea and coffee from 10am


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Presented by Hawthorn Arts Centre

Wednesday 20 April 11AM




Take a trip down memory lane to a time before television and the entertainment highlight of the week was the Sunday night radio play.

Gaston Leroux’s The Phantom of the Opera is the intriguing romance that has fascinated readers for over a hundred years.

Young singer Christine Daaè gains praise, accolades and success at the Paris Opera. What nobody knows is that she has been receiving secret lessons from an unknown tutor; what even she doesn’t know is that he is in fact the man who calls himself the Opera Ghost. All becomes undone when Christine reconnects with her childhood friend Raoul, and the encounter sends the Ghost into a jealous rage.

The Lux Radio Theatre recreates The Phantom of the Opera as it was meant for radio with distinguished actors playing multiple roles, creating live sound effects and presenting the vintage soap commercials. This show promises to give you an experience like you have never had before!

LUx radIo tHeatre Presents PHantoM oF tHe oPera

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The Seekers Story is a musical and visual production that chronicles the amazing success of Australia’s most celebrated musical group, The Seekers.

Written and narrated by Athol Guy, one of the group’s founding members, the audience is taken on a journey that begins in the sixties and Athol’s teenage years through to modern day, as The Seekers celebrate their 50th anniversary.

The production features unique and rarely seen footage from The Seekers’ history and live performances of their big hits, as well as hit songs from other iconic sixties artists that influenced Athol and the group in their early years.

Don’t miss the opportunity to join Athol and his friends and be prepared to sing along and celebrate The Seekers Story.

Presented by Hawthorn Arts CentretHe seekers story

Wednesday 15 June 11AM




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kIds CLUB

Join up to find out about all the fun things happening for kids across Boroondara.

In this exciting new program, Hawthorn Arts Centre, Kew Court House, Town Hall Gallery and other locations across Boroondara will present a series of exciting workshops, theatre shows, musical concerts and school holiday activities for pre-school and primary school children. Working with top quality artists, children will be inspired to learn interesting new things and open new doors to their imagination.

You can hear about it first by being part of the Boroondara Arts Kids' Club. You will also get the chance to win lucky membership prizes, receive special ticket offers and much more!

Presented by Hawthorn Arts CentreJoIn tHe Boroondara arts

kIds' CLUB! Sign up at hawthornartscentre.com. au/kidsclub

Like us facebook.com/ hawthornartscentre

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Sunday 29 May 10:30AM

Tickets $20 single price, $17 for groups of 8 or more


Legendary children’s performer, and three time ARIA Award Winner, Peter Combe comes to Hawthorn Arts Centre with a new show, Mr. Clicketty Cane Plays Chopsticks. In this one-show-only performance Peter is joined by the Melbourne Cheer Academy, adding lively dance moves and acrobatics to some new songs and some of the old favourites including Wash Your Face in Orange Juice, Newspaper Mama and his latest ‘hit’ Quirky Beserky the Turkey from Turkey! Pete’s shows are always fun for everyone, so treat yourself and the kids to an hour of laughter and scrumptious music.

'It may be that this review is infected with the bias of extreme nostalgia from an original Combe fan, but honestly, there is no one on this continent who hasn’t a special place in their heart for this composer of anthems for the Australian youth. The Fringe World Spiegeltent rejoiced in his silliness. Bless him. Bless him and his quirky berserkey turkey from Turkey'. Kate Predergast Perth Fringe Feb 2015

Suitable for ages 1–6 years

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Adapted from the book by Antoine de Saint-Exupèry.

…when you look at the sky at night it will be as if all the stars are laughing.

The Little Prince leaves his tiny planet and begins an adventure that reveals there are things that can only be discovered with the heart.

For more than 70 years this timeless story has brought joy to adults and children alike with its beautiful insights and humour.

Join the Little Prince and discover for yourself that those things which are essential are invisible to the eye.

Suitable for all ages, perfect for 4 - 12 years.

Presented by Hawthorn Arts Centre and Spare Puppets TheatretHe LIttLe PrInCe

Tuesday 7 June 11AM

Tickets $25 single price, $21 for groups of 8 or more


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Investing in your home, be it a full renovation on your first, second or third home or decorating your rental, is full of big decisions.

Creating your own private oasis stamped with your particular style requires some thinking. Which colours do l use to create the effect l am after? How do l display my treasures to their best advantage that compliments my home? Whether you are buying, selling or renting, we all want to make our home the best it can be.

Join Selling Houses Australia and The Block’s Shaynna Blaze for a one hour seminar where she will share her tips on how to get the most value from your renovations, decorating with today’s trends and how to ‘claim your space’.

Audience members will walk away with a new found appreciation for interior design as well as practical tips suited to all budgets.

Award-winning interior designer, television presenter and author, Shaynna brings two decades of diverse and impressive experience to her work. From her television roles to her books and regular newspaper and magazine columns, Shaynna is one of Australia’s best loved design luminaries.

Thursday 4 February 7.30PM

Tickets $38


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sHaynna BLaZe: a wIndow Into InterIor desIGn

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Modern Hand QUILtInG worksHoPs wItH anna FaraGoArtist and teacher Anna Farago will teach participants how to make a cot sized whole-cloth quilt. Over two separate sessions Anna will assist you in how to prepare and secure the layers of a quilt, show options for marking where to stitch and demonstrate a hand-quilting technique.

Getting Started Sunday 15 May 10am to 2.30pm

The Finished Product Sunday 19 June 10am to 2.30pm

Materials not included in class fee but can be purchased from facilitator.

knIttInG worksHoPs wItH wHIsky Bay wooLensFor Beginners Sunday 1 May, 10am to 1pm

The perfect workshop for anyone who's ever wanted to learn to knit, or would like a refresher!

Beyond the Basics Sunday 29 May, 10am to 1pm

A great workshop for those who feel they are ready to move beyond knit and purl stitches.

Materials not included in class fee.

Modern Hand Quilting $115 for both classes

Knitting Workshops $60 single class, $115 for both classes

Book your spot and download the class information sheet hawthornartscentre.com.au or (03) 9278 4770

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Second Empire Café is open for breakfast and lunch from 7.30am - 4pm, weekdays, 8am - 4pm weekends.

Located within Hawthorn Arts Centre, Second Empire offers a contemporary breakfast and lunch menu. The perfect place for a meal or coffee Second Empire boasts a considered selection of ‘signature dishes’ which change seasonally.

If you are attending a show at Hawthorn Arts Centre, the café regularly offers food and beverage specials.

Adjacent to the café, the Hawthorn Arts Centre Events Bar is also open for selected performances serving refreshments and light snacks. Pre order your hot and cold drinks to enjoy at interval without needing to queue.

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MATINEE MUSIC SHOW SPECIAL OFFER

For only $7, you can enjoy a coffee and ‘cake of the day’ at any Matinee Music show - simply show your ticket at the café on the day

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Tickets for Hawthorn Arts Centre events can be purchased online, by phone or in person at the venue.

Online: hawthornartscentre.com.au

Phone: (03) 9278 4770

In person: Hawthorn Arts Centre Box Office, 360 Burwood Road, Hawthorn, Mon - Fri 10am - 4pm

Tickets may be purchased at the venue prior to the performance subject to availability.

Please visit hawthornartscentre.com.au to view full terms and conditions for the purchase of tickets.

The Hawthorn Arts Centre is also a venue for hire with spaces that can be used for performances, rehearsals, functions and meetings.

For venue hire information visit hawthornartscentre.com.au or call (03) 9278 4770.

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We aim to make our events and venues accessible to all. To discuss your access requirements please contact Hawthorn Arts Centre on (03) 9278 4770 or email [email protected]

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Program details are correct at the time of printing but are subject to change where necessary and without notice. Please check the website for updates.

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PARKING

Parking is available at the rear of the Centre, accessible from Kent St or Oxley Road.

Three car parks are located a short walk from the Centre - on Swinburne Avenue, Linda Crescent and Wakefield Street in Hawthorn

TRAMS

Melbourne University – Kew via St Kilda Beach (Route 16)

Arrive at the corner of Glenferrie and Burwood roads and walk one minute along Burwood Road.

Docklands - Wattle Park (Route 70)

Arrive at the corner of Riversdale and Glenferrie roads and walk north on Glenferrie Road for five minutes until you get to Burwood Road. From here, turn right and walk one minute east along Burwood Road.

City - Vermont South (Route 75)

Arrive at the corner of Riversdale and Glenferrie roads and walk north on Glenferrie Road for five minutes until you reach Burwood Road, turn right and walk one minute east along Burwood Road.

TRAINS

Alamein/ Belgrave/ Lilydale Lines

Arrive at Glenferrie Station, walk two minutes south along Glenferrie Road then turn left into Burwood Road.

For more public transport information, including timetables, fares, route information and the Journey Planner, visit ptv.vic.gov.au or call Public Transport Victoria (PTV) on 1800 800 007.

Boroondara arts eFFeCtThe Hawthorn Arts Centre program is one part of the Boroondara Arts Program which also includes programs from its sister venues Kew Court House and Town Hall Gallery alongside the City’s popular outdoor summer events and community arts projects.

The Boroondara Arts Program features performances, exhibitions and workshops so inspiring that you will leave with a newfound appreciation of the arts in Melbourne’s leafy east.

Join us and experience the Boroondara Arts Effect.

Share your experiences with us: #myartseffect

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