It’s Melbourne Fringe Festival time, and while I don't consider this blog to be a 'What's On' column, the inbox is absolutely bulging with tasty morsels from Melbourne’s Independent Theatre Makers; some of which I will include here in the spirit of independence – which I value greatly.
Peta Hanrahan, the Artistic Director of Australia’s celebrated The Dog Theatre (Winner of Best Venue: Melbourne Fringe Festival Awards 2009 and Winner of Best New Venue: Green Room Awards 2009) has fired the first of her many cannons and announced The Dog Theatre Gala on Friday 7 October, 2011 at the Footscray Town Hall. All profits from the evening will go directly towards supporting The Dog Theatre in the fiercely-contested Fringe Festival marketplace.
The $70 per head Gala package includes:
The Show
A special performance of one of The Dog Theatre’s Fringe Festival offerings Unpack This! In 2008, Geoff Paine (Clive from Neighbours) made headlines when he assaulted his neighbour (so you can imagine the headlines). Mr Paine was ordered by the Magistrates Court to attend a One Day Anger Management Course. He took notes – and Unpack This! is the result. Written by Mr Paine and starring Michelle Nussey, Syd Brisbane, Paine and Ross Daniels, this comedy about two social workers showing six men how to manage their anger promises “pain, regret and tears – and that’s just the counsellors!”
Wine from Enigma Variations
Tamara Irish, former principal of Tarrington Vineyards, along with New Zealand-born Julia Hailes, are progressing towards the establishment of a winery and vineyard – Enigma Variations – at the base of the Grampians in Western Victoria. Tamara and Julia are delighted to welcome the world of independent biodynamic farming and winegrowing to this remarkable piece of land.
The Cheese Board
To accompany your wine, a selection of cream and sharp cheeses, local seasonal fruits and breads selected to complement the Enigma Variations wine.
After the performance guests will have the opportunity to meet and mingle with the cast.
When Friday 7 October, 2011
Time 6.00pm
Where Footscray Town Hall, cnr Hyde and Napier Streets, Footscray
To book your Gala tickets and find our more information about The Dog Theatre’s Melbourne Fringe Festival offerings, visit their website.
Pictured: Geoff Paine and Ross Daniels. Image supplied.
No comments:
Post a Comment