Theatre Season 2018
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Theatre Season 2018 Expect to be inspired by the year’s unique line-up of theatre, music and something extra special for the kids with Little Tops, our very first program of circus performances and workshops. If you see four or more shows in the Theatre Season that take your fancy, you can become a Clocktower subscriber and enjoy the additional benefits of discounted tickets, invitations to exclusive pre-performance functions and more. We look forward to seeing you at the Clocktower Centre.
A kaleidoscope of events awaits you Theatre Season 2018 CYrens: The Swingin’ Songbook of Cy Coleman 5 Silvie Paladino in Songbird: The Songs of Eva Cassidy 7 My Friend the Chocolate Cake 9 Nancye Hayes and Todd McKenney in Bosom Buddies 11 Hotel Sorrento by Hannie Rayson 13 Which Way Home 15 Jurassica 17 Hell Ship – The Journey of the Ticonderoga 19 For the kids Little Tops The 78-Storey Treehouse Ickypedia
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Winding Road Productions
CYrens:
The Swingin’ Songbook of Cy Coleman The CYrens will dazzle with a musical revue celebrating the legendary Broadway composer and jazzman, Cy Coleman.
Performed by Alinta Chidzey Chelsea Gibb Melissa Langton
The talented trio comprising of Alinta Chidzey, Chelsea Gibb and Melissa Langton are known for their sophistication and wit – but more for singing loud and high and knowing how to sell the hell out of a song! CYrens will be performed with a four piece band, some dangerously close three-part harmony, a few jokes and a dash of Bob Fosse. Saturday, 24 February at 8pm Duration: 100 minutes, including interval
“Whoever was smart enough to slam these three exquisite voices together is some kind of musical genius and should be roundly applauded.” —The Age
Alinta Chidzey will be replacing Amanda Harrison for this performance.
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Winding Road Productions
Silvie Paladino in
Songbird: The Songs of Eva Cassidy ‘Songbird’ is a celebration of one of the great voices of the 20th Century, Eva Cassidy and who better to pay tribute to this genius than Australia’s own Silvie Paladino! Silvie Paladino is one of Australia’s most versatile and talented entertainers. She is a popular concert performer, recording artist and has starred in musicals such as ‘Mamma Mia’, ‘Cats’ and ‘Les Misérables’.
Performed by Silvie Paladino Accompanied by David Cameron and band
Songbird tells the Eva Cassidy story and features her inspired re-imaginings of such classic tunes as ‘Over the Rainbow’, ‘Time After Time’, ‘Bridge Over Troubled Water’, ‘What a Wonderful World’ and, of course, ‘Songbird’. Saturday, 17 March at 8pm Duration: 100 minutes, including interval
“Silvie Paladino has one of the greatest female voices in Australia.” —Arts Review
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My Friend the Chocolate Cake My Friend The Chocolate Cake perform their acclaimed new album ‘The Revival Meeting’. This iconic Melbourne band bring the strings, the piano and the big tunes to the Clocktower Centre. My Friend the Chocolate Cake present a multi- dimensional musical mural of modern Australia that illustrates its geography, political mores and predominantly suburban identity – all by the stealth that makes the most haunting, exhilarating and enduring pop music. Saturday, 21 April at 8pm Duration: 110 minutes, including interval
“ This album is a work of art … this is their best and their most accomplished album to date.” —Spill Magazine
Performed by David Bridie Helen Mountfort Hope Csutoros Greg Patten Dean Addison Andrew Richardson
“ Nancye Hayes is a master in keeping an audience riveted.” —The Age
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Christine Dunstan Productions
Nancye Hayes and Todd McKenney in
Bosom Buddies She is Australia’s leading lady of musical theatre, he is Australia’s favourite song and dance man. Together on stage, these two stars are shining brightly. Nancye Hayes and Todd McKenney are pals, chums and bosom buddies. In their entertaining new show, they reflect on their stage careers and their lives in showbiz. They sing, they dance and they reminisce – about the high and the lows. They share backstage stories that have never been told before and show video footage that has never been seen. Friday, 18 May at 8pm Saturday, 19 May at 2pm & 8pm Duration: Approximately 140 minutes, including interval
“ McKenney outshines the sequins on his shirts.” —Herald Sun
Performed by Nancye Hayes Todd McKenney
A Production by Christine Harris and Hit Productions
Hotel Sorrento by Hannie Rayson
Hannie Rayson’s award-winning play Hotel Sorrento, returns to the Clocktower stage in a new production. This comedy-drama tells the story of three sisters who grew up together in the seaside town, Sorrento. Hilary lives in the family home with her father and sixteen-year-old son. Pippa, a business woman, is visiting from New York and Meg returns from England. Three sisters are reunited again after ten years and instantly feel the constraints of family life.
Cast includes Dennis Coard Kim Denman Dion Mills Neil Pigot Playwright Hannie Rayson Creatives Producer: Christine Harris Director: Denny Lawrence
Wednesday, 6 June at 8pm Duration: 120 minutes, including interval
“This is a real Australian family in a real Australian setting, a gentle psychological thriller that no Australian should miss.” —Adelaide Theatre Guide Hotel Sorrento is supported by the Victorian Government through Creative Victoria.
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“ A warmly affirming window on Indigenous family life.” —Sydney Morning Herald
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ILBIJERRI Theatre Company
Which Way Home A road trip comedy 80,000 years in the making. Tash and her Dad are going on a road trip, home to Country where the sky is higher and the world goes on forever. It’s a long way from the wide streets and big old houses of Tash’s childhood. Two Black faces in a very white suburb. Dad still thinks he’s the king of cool, but he’s an old fella now and it’s time for Tash to take him home. Thursday, 21 June at 8pm Duration: 65 minutes, no interval Occasional coarse language and sexual references Which Way Home is supported by the Australian Government through the Australia Council for the Arts and the Victorian Government through Creative Victoria. Originally developed with the support of the City of Darebin, The Besen Family Foundation, the Australian Government Indigenous Languages & Arts Program & Playwriting Australia.
Performed by Katie Beckett Kamahi Djordon King Creatives Writer: Katie Beckett Director: Rachael Maza Sound Designer: Mark Coles Smith Set & Costume Designer: Emily Barrie Lighting Designer: Niklas Pajanti Dramaturge: Jane Bodie Production Manager: John “Scooter” Byrne Stage Manager: Kellie Jayne Chambers
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Red Stitch Theatre and Critical Stages
Jurassica Jurassica is a story about family, growing old and spending your life searching for home. Ralph and Sara migrated from Italy in the 1950s to their concrete front-yard house in suburban Moorabbin. Their son, Ichlis, never really forgave them for his misunderstood name, and grandson Luca is struggling to talk to his father or grandfather. Until one night when Ralph is rushed to hospital and, through an unlikely connection with Kaja, an interpreter, Luca learns to reconnect. Saturday, 25 August at 8pm Duration: 120 minutes, including interval
“Jurassica has been patiently crafted, like Nonna’s perfect slow-cooked pork.” —The Age
Performed by Joe Petruzzi Olga Makeeva Caroline Lee Creatives Writer: Dan Giovannoni Director: Bridget Balodis Composer & Sound Design: Ian Moorhead Dramaturg: Gary Abrahams Set & Costume Design: Romanie Harper Lighting Design: Amelia Lever-Davidson
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Chester Creative
Hell Ship
The Journey of the Ticonderoga Author, actor and comedian Michael Veitch tells the tale of one of the most tragic true stories of our maritime history. In 1852, the emigrant ship Ticonderoga struggled into Port Melbourne after a nightmare voyage from England in which nearly 200 of her passengers had died of typhus. Her saga of tragedy, loss and heroism gripped the people of our young nation like nothing before. Exploring themes of family, grit and courage the show shines a light on the young ship’s surgeon who bravely nursed many of the passengers back to health; Michael Veitch’s great-greatgrandfather, James William Henry Veitch. Wednesday, 19 September at 8pm Duration: 70 minutes, no interval
Written and performed by Michael Veitch Creatives Director: Peter Houghton Music by: Thomas Veitch
Little Tops at the
Come one, come all! Little Tops at the Clocktower presents a range of fun, energetic and interactive performances and optional workshops that introduces kids to the spectacular world of circus.
Big Tops and Tiny Tots Circus Show Roll up! Roll up! Run away to the circus!
Performed by Luth Wolff
Solid State Circus performer, Luth Wolff is set to take kids on a madcap adventure with some circus fun, including an electrifying performance with hula hoops, unicycles, plate spinning and even magic! Kids will then get a chance to learn some basic circus skills and learn the tricks of the trade in the optional workshop.
Best suited for children 3–6 years of age
Saturday, 20 January Performance: 10am, approximately 60 minutes Workshop: 11.15am, approximately 30 minutes
Super Amazing Giant Girl A hilarious parable of strength, fragility and triumph, exploring the challenges of fitting in when you’re a Super Amazing Giant! Anna Lumb brings an action packed and interactive theatre show for kids, combining thrilling circus skills, absurd comedy and ingenious physical theatre.
Performed by Anna Lumb Best suited for children 4–12 years of age
Featuring hula hoops, roller skates, bananas and some really awesome dancing, this performance with an optional workshop is a treat for kids with a soundtrack that even parents will love! Saturday, 3 February Performance: 10am, approximately 60 minutes Workshop: 11.15am, approximately 30 minutes
FoRT Celebrating the kind of creative genius that has been known to turn lounge rooms upside down! Strange characters appear hunting for whispers of adventure. Everyday household objects transform into rockets, trampolines and tents. FoRT is full of ridiculous clowning, spectacular acrobatics and creative genius! Saturday, 10 February Performance: 10am, approximately 60 minutes Workshop: 11.15am, approximately 30 minutes
Created and performed by Christy Flaws & Luke O’Connor Best suited for children 4–12 years of age Workshops are in addition to the performances. There are limited spaces that are subject to availability.
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A CDP Kids Production
A play by Richard Tulloch. Adapted from the book by Andy Griffiths & Terry Denton.
Creatives Play by: Richard Tulloch
The team behind The 13-, 26and 52-Storey Treehouses Live on Stage return with the newest, biggest, brightest blockbuster in the series…but watch out for those cows!
Book by: Andy Griffiths & Terry Denton
Andy and Terry are back with their enormous new and ever-growing 78-storey treehouse! With yet another 13 levels, it’s now got a Scribbletorium, a high-security potato chip storage facility (guarded by one very angry duck!) and even an open-air movie theatre. So what are you waiting for? Climb on up and come on the adventure! Saturday, 24 March at 12pm Duration: 60 minutes, no interval
Best suited for children 6–12 years of age
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The Listies
Ickypedia Australia’s favourite kidult comedians, The Listies, bring their best-smelling book Ickypedia: A Dictionary of Disgusting New Words to the stage! Ickypedia is a seriously silly show that answers all of life’s unimportant questions: How do you take a smellfie? What are udderpants?* What’s Zomba?** The Listies mix clowning, slapstick, and improvised chaos slapped together with a bucket load of theatrical invention that everyone will enjoy! *Undies for cows **Exercise for zombies. Tuesday, 25 September at 10am Duration: 55 minutes, no interval
‘Ickypedia’ was produced by The Listies and was assisted by a grant from Creative Victoria, thanks go to the Arts Centre Melbourne for the debut season.
Written and performed by Richard Higgins & Matthew Kelly Creatives Stage and tour manager: Rebecca Etchell Lighting Design: Richard Vabre Sound: Russell Goldsmith & Andrew Callaghan Prop design: Yvette Turnbull Company Producers: Selene Bateman & Vanessa Rouse Best suited for children from ages 4+
Morning Music at the
Fans of the classics are guaranteed to get a healthy dose of nostalgia with a line-up of wonderful musical performances in our Morning Music Program. All tickets are $23.
Movies at the
Movies at the Clocktower have something for everyone, presenting a selection of timeless classic films, along with family favourites over the school holidays. All tickets are $8. For bookings and more information visit clocktowercentre.com.au or call 9243 9191
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Become a Subscriber Purchase tickets to four or more shows in the Theatre Season and become a Clocktower Subscriber. Our valued subscribers enjoy a number of benefits making their year with us that little bit extra special. Benefits include: ––Discounted prices for tickets to four or more shows in the Theatre Season ––Further discounts when purchasing tickets to the entire Theatre Season ––Exclusive discounts at the Clocktower Café and Bar at each Theatre Season performance; exclusive discounts and early bird offers to selected non- Theatre Season events; and ‘Bring a friend’ discount tickets* ––Invitations to exclusive pre-performance functions: -- CYrens: The Swingin’ Songbook of Cy Coleman, Saturday, 24 February at 7pm -- Hell Ship – The Journey of the Ticonderoga, Wednesday, 19 September at 7pm ––Discount for bookings at Quest Moonee Valley apartments ––Two-for-one vouchers to selected Entertainment One films* ––Ticket exchange options* *See terms and conditions
Terms and Conditions Bring a Friend discount tickets Buy additional single tickets at the subscriber price for Theatre Season shows. Entertainment One films Two-for-one vouchers will be mailed to subscribers throughout the year at our discretion. Voucher details are unavailable ahead of time. Ticket exchange option Subscribers have the flexibility to change their subscription tickets, subject to availability. Tickets must be returned to the Box Office at least 48 hours prior to the first affected performance. Exchanges cannot be processed over the phone and may incur upgrade fees. Tickets may be exchanged from Monday, 15 January, 2018.
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Plan your visit Transport and parking The Clocktower Centre is accessible by tram, train and numerous buses. There is parking available in surrounding areas but restrictions do apply. Plan your trip at ptv.vic.gov.au. Wining and dining For a list of recommended options, visit clocktowercentre.com.au/ plan-your-visit. Special requirements Wheelchair accessible seats, aisle seats for wheelchair transfer, hearing induction loops and Braille on the
button of the lifts are all available. Please call on 9243 9191 to discuss your requirements. The Clocktower Centre is pleased to be affiliated with the Companion Card. Performance information and running times Performance times are subject to change. Pre-order interval drinks Place your order with the bar staff before the show and your drink will be waiting for you when during interval.
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Tickets and other information Exchanges and refunds Tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded, except as stated in the Entertainment Code of Fair Practice. Concessions The adult ticket price has been set at the concession price for all 2018 Theatre Season performances. This means simpler and more accessible prices for everyone. Under 30s Everyone under 30 is entitled to this price but proof of age may be requested when booking.
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The projects in this booklet with this logo have been assisted by the Australian government through the Australia Council for the Arts, which is its arts funding and advisory body.
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