Clocktower Theatre Program 2019 by Struck and Spink

Theatre Season 2019

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Theatre Season 2019 Be inspired by the year’s unique offering of performing arts in your local theatre including drama, music and something a little different that everyone can enjoy! We also have an exciting line up of entertainment that will take place across Moonee Valley throughout 2019. If you see four or more shows that take your fancy, become a Clocktower subscriber and enjoy the additional benefits of discounted tickets, invitations to exclusive pre-performance functions and more.

A whole new world awaits Theatre Season 2019 Sun Rising – The Songs that made Memphis

By a Thread

The Sapphires

Jazz and the Silver Screen

Melbourne Chamber Orchestra

Soweta Gospel Choir

Lady Beatle

Sunset Strip

For the Kids The Gruffalo

Possum Magic

Want more Songs & Times of Sam Cooke

Morning Music

Performing Arts in Moonee Valley – Community Arts

Information Become a Subscriber

Plan your Visit

Ticketing Information

Booking Form

Seating Map

“This was a show packed full of energy and passion, the set list was out of this world, on stage banter was hilarious. It was brilliant.” —Beat Magazine

Sun Rising

The Songs that made Memphis What do Elvis, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and many more all have in common? They launched their careers at the famous Sun Record Company in Memphis. The talented musicians of Sun Rising pay homage to an unforgettable era of music and relive the incredible sounds and classic tales of the early years of Sun Records – where Rock ‘n’ Roll was born. With infectious passion and standout renditions of some timeless music, this dynamic toetapping show is one not to be missed.

Saturday, 9 March at 8pm Duration: 120 minutes, including interval

Performed by: David Cosma Damon Smith Adrian Whyte Adam Coad Trent McKenzie Cookie Baker

One Fell Swoop Circus

By a Thread Seven acrobats and 30 metres of rope…

Performed by:

By a Thread offers rich visuals of inventive aerial acrobatics from some of Australia’s best emerging circus artists.

Sam Aldham Ryan Darwin Sarah Gray Jonathan Morgan Alyssa Moore Charice Rust Latonya Wigginton

Long spools of white rope run through pulley sheaves and wrap around bodies, explicitly connecting the artists’ movements above and off the ground. Performers are hoisted and swung by one another to create striking tableaux and breath-taking dynamics.

Thursday, 11 April at 8pm Duration: 50 minutes, no interval

“An intricate and mesmerising piece of art.” —ArtsHub

A Production by Christine Harris and Hit Productions

The Sapphires

Written and Directed by Tony Briggs A much-loved Australian musical drama that is energetic, engaging and affirms life and the realisation of dreams. Four young Aboriginal women, suddenly get the chance to change their lives. Wearing sequins and armed with microphones, they find themselves trying to spread joy in the hell that is the Vietnam War. The Sapphires is a funny and heart-warming tale inspired by the true story of four Yorta Yorta Women, who sing Motown hits against the backdrop of personal change and major social upheaval.

Thursday, 9 May at 8pm Duration: 140 minutes, including interval

Performed by: Mindy Kwanten Matilda Brown Lorinda Merrypor Mike Smith

Creatives: Producer:

Christine Harris and HIT Productions

Playwright and Director:

Tony Briggs

Associate Director: Kylie Bracknell [Kaarljilba Kaardn]

Musical Director:

“Energetic, passionate, heart wrenching, uplifting, hilarious and engaging.” —Australian Stage

Nathaniel Andrew

Set & LX Designer: Mark Howett

Choreographer: Leonard Mickelo

Hook Turn Orchestra

Jazz and the Silver Screen Showcasing jazz classics and selections from celebrated film scores, Hook Turn Orchestra present an array of music that started life on the silver screen. The stunning vocals of Alinta Chidzey are accompanied by an ensemble comprised of Melbourne’s most accomplished jazz musicians and members of Melbourne Symphony Orchestra and Orchestra Victoria. Melding the worlds of jazz and musical theatre, this performance seeks to reinvent much-loved classics and under-appreciated film scores, featuring evocative music from all continents of the world.

Saturday, 8 June at 8pm Duration: 110 minutes, including interval

“Chidzey with her clear, bright but powerful voice is charming and engaging.” —Herald Sun

Performed by: Alinta Chidzey Roger Young Remco Keijzer Sam Keevers Ben Hanlon Jason Bunn Tim Veldman Hugh Harvey Rohan De Korte

Melbourne Chamber Orchestra

Schubert Mass Inspired by Schubert’s divine gift for melody, Schubert’s Mass in G is a pure ray of heaven on Earth.

Performed by:

Melbourne leading choir Polyphonic Voices has gained a reputation for collaborations and joins forces with Melbourne Chamber Orchestra for an extraordinary and uplifting performance, which also features Schubert’s joyous Symphony No 3.

Violinist:

Saturday, 27 July at 2pm Duration: 120 minutes, including interval

“Excellent music-making you wished could have lasted longer.” —The Age

Melbourne Chamber Orchestra William Hennessy

Choir:

Polyphonic Voices

Conductor:

Michael Fulcher

Presented in association with Andrew Kay and Associates Pty Ltd

Soweto Gospel Choir The Grammy Award-winning Soweto Gospel Choir has been spreading sheer joy to audiences across the globe for nearly two decades! Hailing from the town of Soweto, South Africa, the Soweto Gospel Choir continues to inspire audiences with their powerful blend of African gospel, freedom songs, and international classics. Comprised of 20 of the best artists in South Africa, these uplifting performers have shared the stage with U2, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, Celine Dion, Red Hot Chili Peppers and Josh Groban.

Wednesday, 28 August at 8pm Duration: 120 minutes, including interval

“It’s impossible to spend an hour with them and not leave with a big smile on your face.” —In Daily

“What a pocket rocket Price is, backed by a band of four incredibly talented musicians who took us all on a journey with skill and dexterity… A class act!” —ArtsHub

A Little Red Company & Critical Stages Production

Lady Beatle From the creators of ‘Rumour Has It’ and ‘Wrecking Ball’ comes the mustsee live music event of the year. Starring Australian stage and screen star Naomi Price and inspired by true accounts, Lady Beatle is a rollicking magical mystery tour sound-tracked by The Beatles’ biggest chart toppers, including ‘Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds’, ‘Eleanor Rigby’, ‘Yellow Submarine’ and ‘Penny Lane’. Rediscover The Beatles’ immortal catalogue reimagined and reinterpreted through sparkling original arrangements.

Wednesday, 11 September at 8pm Duration: 75 minutes, no interval

Performed by: Naomi Price Mik Easterman Andrew Johnson Michael Manikus Jason McGregor

Creatives: Creator:

Adam Brunes Naomi Price

Lighting Design: Jason Glenwright

Sound Design: Jamie Taylor

Costume Design: Leigh Buchanan

“Multi-award winning playwright, Suzie Miller, delivers an emotionally riveting tale that will sit close to the hearts of many…” —The AU Arts Review

Critical Stages & The Uncertainty Principle

Sunset Strip by Suzie Miller

An Australian dramatic comedy about love, family dysfunction and making the best of lousy situations. At Sunset Strip the only people left are those who couldn’t leave. Arriving home after chemotherapy, Caroline finds the lake dried up and holiday-makers long gone. Her optimistic sister Phoebe, remains hopeful. Between a stint in rehab, caring for her father and losing her kids, Phoebe has managed to find love in Teddy, a local fallen fella with a big heart. Now that Caroline is back, Phoebe is determined to make life fabulous.

Performed by: Emma Jackson Simon Lyndon Lex Marinos Georgina Symes

Creatives: Writer:

Suzie Miller

Director:

Anthony Skuse

Producers:

Thursday, 3 October at 8pm

Kate Armstrong Smith Laurence Rosier Staines

Duration: 90 minutes, no interval

Designer:

Emma Vine

Lighting Designer: Verity Hampson

Sound Designer: Benjamin Freeman

A CDP Kids with Tall Stories’ production

Based on the award-winning picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

A mouse took a stroll through the deep, dark wood... After sell-out seasons across the world, including London’s West End and Broadway, The Gruffalo returns to Australia! Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood in this magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged 3+ and their grown-ups.

Tuesday, 16 April at 12pm Duration: 55 minutes, no interval

“Beg, borrow or steal tickets. Your kids will love you for it.” —Stage Whispers

The Gruffalo © Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler 1999 – Macmillan Children’s Books

A Monkey Baa production

Possum Magic Based on the book by Mem Fox and Julie Vivas

Mem Fox’s Possum Magic has captivated and enchanted young people all over Australia. Grandma Poss loves making magic. She makes wombats blue and kookaburras pink. But one day, when danger arrives, Grandma uses her most magical spell to make Hush invisible. Hush has many wonderful adventures. But being invisible isn’t all it’s cracked up to be.

Thursday, 26 September at 10am Duration: 50 mins, no interval Best suited for children 3-8 years of age Warning: Pyrotechnics used

Based on the book by: Mem Fox and Julie Vivas

Adapted for stage by: Eva Di Cesare Sandra Eldridge

Creatives: Director:

Sandra Eldridge

22 Bonus Show!

" Gary is one of the most soulful singers I have ever heard." —Jimmy Barnes

In association with Sinclair Artists

Songs & Times of Sam Cooke ARIA Award-winning singer and songwriter Gary Pinto pays tribute to Rock and Roll Hall of Fame legend, Sam Cooke. Relive the inspiring story behind this musical genius, whose powerful voice broke race and religious barriers in the ‘50s and ‘60s and topped the charts with hits including ‘You Send Me’, ‘Chain Gang’, ‘Cupid’ and many more.

Thursday, 14 February at 8pm Sunday, 17 February at 5pm Duration: 120 minutes, including interval

Morning Music 2019

Fans of the classics are guaranteed to get a healthyÂ dose of nostalgia with a line-up of wonderful musical performances in our MorningÂ Music program. All single shows are $23. For bookings and more information visit clocktowercentre.com.au or call 9243 9191.

Performing Arts in Moonee Valley – Community Arts Want more local theatre? There are a host of groups bringing the arts to Moonee Valley. So why not explore the variety of community theatre groups in the area and even get involved! Essendon Theatre Company The Essendon Theatre Company (ETC) is a local communitybased theatre company located in inner-city Melbourne. ETC has a long and proud history of producing quality community theatre in Essendon. It produces four productions per year including dramas, comedies and pantomimes and since its formation in 1976, ETC has produced more than one hundred productions. ETC is a member of The Victorian Drama League (VDL) and annually submits one production as part of the VDL Awards. ETC is run on the love and commitment of passionate theatre lovers and volunteers dedicated to amateur theatre and runs from the Bradshaw Street Community Hall in Essendon essendontheatrecompany.com.au

Strathmore Theatrical Arts Group Strathmore Theatrical Arts Group are a performing arts company that produce successful, exciting and innovative productions, with the objective to provide artistic and theatrical enjoyment and the opportunity for community participation. For details on the 2019 season, find the Strathmore Theatrical Arts Group page on Facebook under STAG-Strathmore Theatrical Arts Group or go to their website. stagtheatre.org

Rent the Musical, performed by Western Arts Theatre Inc.

Flemington Theatre Company

Western Arts Theatre Inc.

The Flemington Theatre Company is a community theatre group established in 2015. They aim to provide creative and theatrical opportunities for people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds.

Western Arts Theatre are a performing arts company in the western suburbs of Melbourne that provide musical and theatre opportunities to the local community, as well as a supportive platform for emerging arts performers and projects.

An annual show is produced in Flemington and is usually an original work, which includes music and other unpredictable spectacles. All newcomers are welcome! flemingtontheatrecompany.org.au

westernartstheatre.org

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Benefits include: • D iscounted prices for tickets to four or more shows in the Theatre Season • E xclusive 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: ○○

un Rising – The Songs that made Memphis, S Saturday, 9 March at 7pm

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Sunset Strip, Thursday, 3 October at 7pm

• Discount for bookings at Quest Moonee Valley apartments • Two-for-one vouchers to selected Entertainment One films* • Ticket exchange options*

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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, 14 January 2019.

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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 2019 Theatre Season performances. This means simpler and more accessible prices for everyone.

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The Sapphires

Jazz and the Silver Screen

Melbourne Chamber Orchestra

Soweto Gospel Choir***

Lady Beatle

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