WHAT'S ON
MAY | JUNE | JULY 2019
4 May – 19 May
Nova Music Theatre presents
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Beauty and The Beast
Based on the smash hit Disney movie and the classic French fairy tale, Beauty and The Beast tells the story of Belle, a young woman who feels out of place in her provincial French village. When her father is imprisoned in a mysterious castle, Belle’s attempt to rescue him leads to her capture by the Beast, a grisly and fearsome monster, who was long ago trapped in his gruesome form by an enchantress. The only way for the Beast to become human again is if he learns to love and be loved in return. The Beast’s enchanted household, including the beloved Mrs. Potts, Lumiere, Cogsworth and Chip, watch anxiously as Belle and the Beast grow to understand and befriend one another. Full $45 Conc $42 Child $39 Group (10+) $39
Whitehorse Centre presents
The Cat and The Canary (classic film 1939)
Wednesday 22 May 10am Morning tea commences at 9:15am
Full $8 Group (10+) $7
The legendary Bob Hope stars in this hilarious comedy thriller as the timid uncle and protector of his niece, who is the sole beneficiary of an eccentric millionaire’s estate. A night in a haunted mansion with jealous relatives and a creepy maid makes for an equal mix of frights and fun in this unforgettable classic.
Whitehorse Centre presents
The Gospel According to Paul One of Australia’s favourite performers, Jonathan Biggins, is Paul Keating — visionary, reformer and rabblerouser — in this highly anticipated new comedy. Full of intelligence and wit, this show is a funny, insightful and occasionally poignant portrait of Paul Keating. Biggins’ performance as Friday 24 May Keating is well known from the long8pm running Sydney Theatre Company’s (post show Q & A) success story, The Wharf Revue. Saturday 25 May Showcasing his eviscerating wit, rich 2pm & 8pm rhetoric and ego the size of Everest, Full $50 The Gospel According to Paul distils Conc $47 Under 25 $25 Keating’s essence, focusing on key biographical milestones, landmark political achievements and personal obsessions. It shows the man who grew up in the Labor Party; who treated economics as an art form and demanded we confront the wrongs of our past. Biggins asks the question — what can we learn today from this singular politician and the momentous time in our history that he dominated?
31 May – 15 June Contact the box office for performance details
Full $46 Conc $42 Child $38 Group (10+) $42
Babirra Music Theatre presents
The Sound of Music This timeless tale of love, family and the wonder of music itself has rightfully earned a place in the hearts of children and adults the world over. Based on Maria Von Trapp’s autobiography, The Sound of Music overflows with songs you know and love, such as The Sound of Music, My Favourite Things, Do-Re-Mi, Edelweiss and many more. Join Babirra Music Theatre for a beautifully reimagined staging that will have you recreating your childhood memories of this extraordinary classic, whilst capturing the affections of a new generation of theatre patrons.
Friday 21 June 8pm Saturday 22 June 2pm & 8pm Full $55 Conc $52 Under 25 $25
Whitehorse Centre presents
Quiet, Please! There Are Ladies On Stage! Bernadette Robinson returns from her solo season at London’s Ambassadors Theatre, where she was nominated for an Olivier Award — the most prestigious award on the West End. With a sparkling concoction of musical delights, she is accompanied by brilliant musicians Mark Jones and Paul Noonan in a concert of leading ladies. Well known for her remarkable ability to evoke the voices of famous singers, what sets Bernadette apart is her extraordinary ability to also capture the vulnerability, power and resilience of each of the singers she portrays. Bernadette pays homage to some of the greatest female singers of the 20th century, including Billie Holiday, Edith Piaf, Eartha Kitt and Patsy Cline, enthralling audiences around Australia and abroad. London critics and audiences raved about her performances in the one-woman musical play Songs For Nobodies, which had previously captivated Melbourne audiences. Quiet, Please! There are Ladies on Stage! will also feature Bernadette’s interpretations of songs from some of her favourite contemporary songwriters. There will be surprise guests (think Shirley Bassey and Julie Andrews) and much more. This is a concert not to be missed.
Whitehorse Centre presents
Please Don’t Eat the Daisies (classic film 1960)
Wednesday 26 June 10am Morning tea commences at 9:15am
Full $8 Group (10+) $7
Doris Day brings her trademark radiance to this jovial comedy starring David Niven. A rambunctious brood of boys, a theatre-critic husband and a home in need of many repairs keeps Day hanging on through thick and thin in this breezy, family-fun film.
Whitehorse Centre presents
Children Are Stinky
Tuesday 9 July 11am Single $19 Family $17 each (4 or more)
Children are Stinky is an exciting award-winning children’s comedy by Circus Trick Tease. Set in the 90s (with all our favourite tracks) this extremely talented duo will astound with their incredible circus skills — you’ll laugh till your sides hurt! The show challenges children to step on stage and prove themselves worthy, smart, co-ordinated and imaginative against these ridiculous circus performers, resulting in wonderful interaction and an audience of proud kids and parents.
Friday 12 July 8pm (post show Q & A)
Saturday 13 July 2pm & 8pm Full $50 Conc $47 Under 25 $25
Whitehorse Centre presents
The Sapphires The Sapphires is one of Australia’s best-loved stories. This multiple award winning musical play is coming to the Whitehorse Centre for the first time. Four young Aboriginal women from regional Australia, who like singing country music, suddenly get the chance to change their tune and their lives. Wearing sequins and armed only with microphones they find themselves trying to spread joy in the hell that is the Vietnam War. The Sapphires is a funny, heart-warming tale inspired by the true story of Tony Briggs’ mother; the incredible journey of four Yorta Yorta Women, who sing classic soul hits against the backdrop of personal change and massive social upheaval. It is an energetic, fun and engaging play that affirms life and the realisation of dreams.
Wednesday 17 July 11am Morning tea commences at 10am
Whitehorse Centre presents
Caruso To Carreras
All the great tenors and their leading ladies feature in this spectacular show comprising 100 years of songs and arias. Caruso, Pavarotti, Lanza, Domingo, Carreras and many more legends of the stage are beautifully portrayed by star tenor Roy Best and international soprano Alison Rae Jones. Compered by Chris McKenna and accompanied on piano by Len Vorster, you’ll enjoy hit after hit including Be My Love, Bring Him Home and classic duets Strangers in Paradise and The Loveliest Night of the Year.
Full $20 Group (10+) $18
Friday 19 July 8pm (post show Q & A)
Saturday 20 July 8pm Full $50 Conc $47 Under 25 $25
Whitehorse Centre presents
L’amante Anglaise Spoken in English, this modern classic psychological thriller from celebrated French author Marguerite Duras is a compelling true crime story that takes you right inside the heart and mind of the perpetrator. L’amante Anglaise is a beautifully poignant and emotionally powerful portrait of lost passion. Over the course of the drama, Pierre and Claire Lannes effortlessly reveal the beauty and brutality of their inner selves. Performed and directed exquisitely, it is a rare and unmissable work of theatre.
Whitehorse Centre Redevelopment — The Next Act! The Whitehorse Centre redevelopment project is underway with the Design Competition nearing completion. We have finalised the works program and the good news is the Centre will remain open until 16 August 2020. After this date, the site will be prepared for demolition and early works before construction commences in 2021. The show will go on — we will present our Main Season and Midweek Matinee program from other venues, stay tuned for details. We will also be working with our theatre clients so they can continue to present their shows at alternate venues. You can keep up-to-date by visiting
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