JERSEY BOYS ~ The Musical ~showing at Princess Theatre
JERSEY BOYS, the Tony® and Grammy Award wining, world wide hit musical, about Rock and Roll Hall of Famers, Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons – Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito and Nick Massi, is now playing at the Princess Theatre, Melbourne.This is the story of how four boys from the wrong side of the track became one of the greatest success stories in pop history.They wrote their own songs, invented their own sound and sold 175 million records worldwide –all before they were thirty ! JERSEY BOYS features all the hits including - SHERY , BIG GIRLS DON’T CRY , OH WHATA NIGHT, WALK LIKE A MAN,STAY, BYE BYE BABY (BABY GOOD BYE), CAN’T TAKE MY EYES OF YOU, WORKING MY WAY BACK TO YOU JERSEY BOYS is a worldwidephenomenon, and Australia is no different. Bobby Fox plays Frankie Valli, Scott Johnson is Tommy Devito, Stephen Mahy plays Bob Gaudio and GlastonToft is Nick Massi. This is the story behind the music – how four guys created a true pop enigma.Their story has never been told and writers Rick Ellice and Marshall Brickman have penned a story stronger than fiction.Why this story has never been told is revealed in Jersey Boys.For more information, videos and easy ways to book visit
Website: http://JerseyBoysAustralia.com.au
Melbourne Events From Dec 2009 to March 2010
DECEMBER 2009
FROM December 2009
Melbourne Museum Exhibitions
*Wild: Discover the diversity of the
animal kingdom. Learn where the
animals come from and how they live
through new multimedia technologies.
* Menagerie: Contemporary Indigenous
Sculpture demonstrates the fusion
of traditional Indigenous design and
contemporary art-making
* Creature Features: Learn about animals
from around the world in an exciting,
interactive way. Create your own animal
mask in Creature Features. What sort
of animal would you be? Let your
imagination run wild!
* WILD Party: Celebrate Victoria’s diverse
animals and environments at a WILD
party through music, dance and games
in the Museum’s Milarri Garden.
- Exhibitions and activities are FREE
with Museum entry. More info 13 11 02
www.museumvictoria.com.au/
melbournemuseum
Scienceworks SCHOOL HOLI DAY
PROGRAM
5 Dec 2009
Christmas Race Day - Stony Creek
A popular day down at “The Creek”
with many Christmas Break-ups being
held and lots of exciting racing. Shade
Marquees are the order of the day and
plenty of free Kids’ Activities will keep
the kids entertained!
www.countryracing.com.au
5 - 20 Dec 2009 Thomas & Friends Christmas Surprise
All aboard this December at Waterfront
City, Docklands.Start your engines with
Thomas & Friends in the fun-filled all
singing all dancing live musical ‘Thomas’
Christmas Surprise’ free live show.
Docklands Drv
03 8628 6000
waterfrontcity.com.au
8 Dec 2009 Bayside Christmas Carols in the ParkBayside City Council is committed toproviding happy and safe environments for our community festivals. Bayside Christmas Carols in the park is ourlargest free community event 03 9599 4444www.bayside.vic.gov.au/carols
9 Dec 2009Emma & Tom’s Christmas Run
Join in the festive spirit by participatingin the 2009 Emma & Tom’s ChristmasRun at Albert Park!Catering for both serious runners andthose participating for fun, the 5/10kmrun or walk around Albert Park Lakeincludes a group fitness warm-up andpost event activities including eventpresentations, spot prizes, food anddrinks. Palms LawnsOff Aquatic Drv Albert Park 03 9645 1333 www.starttofinish.com.au
12 Dec 2009
* Going Places: The Technology of
Transport: Pilot an airship through sky
hoops, ride the hovercraft and land a
plane on the flight simulator. Find out
how travel has shaped society and put
yourself to the test with a multitude
of transport challenges. This unique
exhibition explores the way mankind has
developed new transport technology.
FROM 19 Dec 2009
Toys: Science at Play: Includes robots,
dolls, hula hoops, building blocks, toy
timelines and kaleidoscopes.
Winging It!: Discover the science behind
flight in this live science show, packed
with uplifting demonstrations!
Design-a-Glider: Become a scientific
investigator as you assemble your own
glider. Try it out at the testing range.
How can you modify it to make it fly
better?
Send it Soaring: Now it’s your turn to
build your own kite in this 10 minute
activity. Then take it outside to the Arena
and watch it soar!
Scienceworks Adult $8, Children and
Concession FREE. 03 9392 4800
museumvictoria.com.au/scienceworks
14 - 19 Dec 2009
ISAF Sailing World Cup, Melbourne Melbourne is preparing to celebrate ashowcase of world class sailing as the city plays host to the first leg of the ISAF Sailing World Cup, from 14 to 19December 2009.Sandringham Yacht Club03 9597 0066 www.sailmelbourne.com.au
24 Dec 2009
Vision Australia’s Carols by Candlelight You are invited to celebrate the magic ofChristmas with song at the 2009 Vision Australia Carols by Candlelight.This year the iconic event turns 72 and itis expected to be as vibrant and magical as ever. Held in the Sidney Myer Music Bowl, the night will feature an array of contemporary and traditional performersSidney Myer Music Bowl King’s Domain1300 847466www.visionaustralia.org
26 Dec 2009 - 27 Jan 2010
Sovereign Hill presents Trapped To coincide with the Anniversary of the Creswick Mine Disaster of 1882,Australia’s favourite outdoor museum, Sovereign Hill, will unveil a completely new underground mine exhibit, Trapped Sovereign Hill Bradshaw St VIC 335003 5337 1100www.sovereignhill.com.au
26 - 30 Dec 20093
MOBILE Boxing Day Test The traditional Boxing Day Test at theMCG is the most anticipated cricket match each year in world cricket and this year will be no exception.Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)03 9653 1100http://www.cricketvictoria.com.au
31 Dec 2009 - 1 Jan 2010
New Years Eve ~ Sensation - The Ocean of White Sensation - the dance party with aunique all white dress code - will returnto Etihad Stadium and the show is guaranteed to be even bigger and better than last year’s spectacular.Etihad Stadium Docklands VIC 3008 03 8625 7700www.etihadstadium.com.au
JANUARY 2010
1 Jan 2010 Summadayze Festival Recover with a bang and a fine line up oflocal and international DJs at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl on New Year’s Day.
1 Jan 2007 - 31 Dec 2010
Koori Voices Revealing the history of Aboriginal people.This exhibition celebrates thediversity of a culture that has withstood the impact of colonisation for nearly two hundred years. Melbourne Museum Nicolson St1300 130 152http://museumvictoria.com.au/Koori-Voices
1 Jan - 31 Dec 2009
Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Each year the Orchestra performs to more than 250,000 people in Melbourne and regional Victoria, at events ranging from the annual series of Sidney Myer Free Concerts to its Classic Kids concerts for young children.03 9626 1111www.mso.com.au
16 Jan 2010
The Hot Barbeque Located at the heritage listed Point Nepean Quarantine Station and boasting an incredible line up of local and international acts.www.futureentertainment.com.au
17 Jan - 7 Feb 2010
Midsumma Festival Midsumma, Melbourne’s premier queer arts and cultural festival.The festival spans three weeks and includes art exhibitions, theatre, live music and nightlife events with queer-centric themes for the queer and wider community. ph: 03 9415 9819http://www.midsumma.org.au
18 - 31 Jan 2010
Australian Open- The Grand Slam of Asia/Pacific The world’s best tennis players tookcentre stage at Melbourne Park for the first Grand Slam of the year. Forthe tenth consecutive year, Australian Open 2009 has attracted more than half a million patrons with an official tournament attendance of 603,160.Melbourne Park Batman Ave ph: 03 99144400 www.australianopen.com
23 - 26 Jan 2010Audi Victoria Week An annual event, which commences in Melbourne before the yachts set sail for Corio Bay during the historic Melbourne to Geelong passage race. 03 5229 9101 www.victoriaweek.com
30 Jan 2010
St Jeromes Laneway Festival The most fun you’ll ever have in analleyway. Local and international act stake over this cool city bar and laneway.http://melbourne.lanewayfestival.com.au
FEBRUARY 20106 - 14 Feb 2010
St Kilda Festival Now in its 30th year, St Kilda Festival is one of Australia’s best known andMelbourne’s most loved events. Itutilises St Kilda’s stunning foreshore and celebrates the cream of Australia’s musical talents03 9209 6306www.stkildafestival.com.au
21 February 2010
Good Vibrations Good Vibes is back and better than ever at Melbourne’s Sidney Myer Music Bowl.Set to go off with some choice acts in2009.www.goodvibrationsfestival.com.au
26 - 28 Feb 20102010
Yamaha Phillip Island Round,Superbike World ChampionshipVictoria’s unique, prestigious and challenging Phillip Island Circuit hosts the 2010 Yamaha World Superbike Championship. ph: 03 9552 2710www.phillipislandcircuit.com.au
27 Feb 2010
Pako Festa Pako Festa is a unique annual event witha strong blending of cultures, community spirit and involvement.The understanding of each other’scultures is an essential element of multicultural Geelong and Australia.http://www.pakofesta.com.au28 Feb 2010The Age Harvest Picnic at Hanging Rock Over 100 small food and wine producers gather at the base of Hanging Rock to sample and sell their fine array of tasty goods a delicious day out for family,friends and fellow food lovers.03 9521 8844, www.harvestpicnic.com.au
MARCH 2010
14 - 21 Mar 2010
L’OrÈal Melbourne Fashion Festival The largest and most successful consumer fashion event in Australia.http://lmff.com.au
21 Mar 2010
Thai Culture and Food Festival Join the Thai Community as they celebrate and showcase their rich and historical culture:The Festival will begin with a traditional blessing by sevenmonks, and an opening ceremony.Federation Square Melbournewww.thaifestvic.com
SHOPPING ’TIL YOU .....
STATE LIBRARY OF VICTORIA
11 DEC 09–31 OCT 10
FREE EXHIBITION ~ A MELBOURNE HISTORY State Library of Victoria
(Keith Murdoch Gallery)328 Swanston Street, Melbourne Exhibition open 10am–5pm daily (to 9pm Thursdays; closed 25 Dec to 1 Jan) FREE ENTRYslv.vic.gov.au/goto/tilyoudrop
The new exhibition at the State Library celebrates Melbourne’s passion for shopping, from the Paris end of Collins Street to the corner store.
774 Melbourne PodTours
You’re invited to put on your walking shoes, turn on your mp3 player and discover Melbourne’s secrets with 774 PodTours. Pound the pavement with Red Symons, Myf Warhurst, Derek Guille, Stephanie Alexander and Jon Faine as they wander through Melbourne’s streets and alleyways to reveal both the wonderful and the sinister secrets of the city. There are three revealing PodTours available to download: Eat, Drink, Melbourne; Showbiz, Sexy Spectacles and Sideshows; and Dirt, Death and Disease. All PodTours begin at the Federation Square Tourist Information Centre and, depending on how quickly you walk and whether you’re tempted to linger, will take approximately one hour to complete. Simply go to the 774 ABC Melbourne site at abc.net.au/melbourne and download a tour to your mp3 player. Print out the relevant map – also available online - and you are ready to discover some of Melbourne’s hidden sites and stories.
Contact: 03 9626 1606
Website: http://abc.net.au/melbourne