Performances

The timeless charm of May Gibbs’ classic
The Gumnut babies are on a mission to see a human – but only in the distance! On their journey to the big city they meet friends and foes including Professor Kookaburra, Mrs Fantail, Mr Lizard, Mr Frog, Mrs Snake, Mr Possum and, of course, Little Ragged Blossom. Can Snugglepot lead the way?
Can Cuddlepie hold his nerve? Can they avoid falling victim to the Big Bad Banksia Man?
These much loved characters come to life on stage as this funny & charming new production introduces today’s children to the wonderful world of May Gibbs .

A CDP Production in association with Monkey Baa
Theatre Company adapted by Eva Di Cesare, Sandra
Eldridge and Tim McGarry from a series of books
by May Gibbs by arrangement with The Northcott
Society and Cerebral Palsy Alliance.

Portland Civic Hall
Wednesday 5 October 1.30pm & 6.30pm

$25 Full price $20 Concession
$10 Child $55 Family

Running Time: 55 minutes, no interval.
5 -10 year olds and their adults

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Always...Patsy Cline is more than a tribute to the legendary country singer who died tragically at age 30 in a plane crash in 1963. The show is based on a true story about Cline’s friendship with a fan from Houston named Louise Seger, who befriended the star in l961, and continued a correspondence with Cline until her death.
The show’s title was inspired by Cline’s letters to Seger, which were consistently signed “Love ALWAYS... Patsy Cline.”
The musical play, complete with down home country humour, true emotion and even some audience participation, includes 27 of Patsy’s unforgettable hits such as Crazy, I Fall to Pieces, Sweet Dreams and Walking After Midnight.
It stars Australian Country Music singing sensation Courtney Conway and popular stage star Mandi Lodge (Just The Ticket).

“Go to see Always...Patsy Cline to hear the memorable songs and you’ll discover a heartfelt story that will lift your spirits.” Chicago Critic

Portland Arts Centre

Tuesday 11 October 7.30pm
$45 Full price $40 Conc
$10 Student $95 Family

Running time 2 hours including a 20 min interval
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Fans of Spinal Tap and Flight of the Conchords, say “Hallo” to your new favourite band! Utterly dysfunctional siblings Otto & Astrid are Berlin’s Prince and Princess of art rock and Europop.
They are Die Roten Punkte (The Red Dots), self proclaimed “Best Band in the World”! Orphaned as kids, the brother and sister duo found shelter in a Berlin squat and never rockin’ well looked back.
A lipstick-smeared, tantrum-loving duo, Die Roten Punkte is a wild, rock ‘n’ roll ride, full of hilarious, truly catchy and award winning pop songs. Following sell out shows in Edinburgh, Montreal and Dublin, Otto & Astrid tour Australia with one of the most irreverent and funny gigs you are ever likely to see.

WINNER Melbourne Green Room Awards for Cabaret
2008 & 2014. WINNER Most Outstanding Show
London Fringe 2015.

Portland Arts Centre
Wednesday 19 October 7.30pm

$30 Full price $25 Conc
$10 Student $65 Family

Warning: Coarse language and adult themes. Suitable for ages 14+
70 Minutes. No interval. Q & A

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Another yarn from the master of madness, Paul Jennings

Stephen’s bra is starting to slip. His pantyhose are sagging. His knickers keep falling down. Oh, the shame of it. He stole a gizmo-and now it’s paying him back.
The Paul Jennings phenomenon began with the publication of Unreal in 1985. Since then, his stories have been devoured all around the world.
The whirling, twirling illuminating Gizmo keeps on putting Stephen in extra-ordinary situations! The energy packed performance includes great music and
sound, gadgets, physical storytelling and amazing visual effects.
“…The Gizmo is laugh a minute fun but with a great
message” - The Daily Advertiser

NCM production of The Gizmo. Written by Verity
Laughton. Adapted from the novel by Paul Jennings.
Published by Penguin Australia.

Portland Arts Centre
Monday 31 October 7.30pm

$25 Full price $20 Conc
$10 Child $55 Family

Running time: 60 minutes, no interval. Post show Q and A
Suitable for families and children over 6.
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Our Wars in Hit Songs and Stories
With letters home, great dialogue and narration as well as over 20 hits that arose from WW2 and the Vietnam War, ‘Over There’ will stir the memories. Starring popular Australian tenor Roy Best, international soprano Alison Jones, music theatre star Jaz Flowers, Opera Australia mezzo Caroline Vercoe with narration by Chris McKenna and all under the musical directorship of Len Vorster it promises to be a great show.
This show is loaded with memorable songs from the likes of the Andrew Sisters, Vera Lynn and many more. It also includes a special tribute to Normie Rowe and the music of the Vietnam War.

Portland Arts Centre
Saturday 5 November 7.30pm
$35 Full price $30 Conc
Student $10 $75 Family
1 hour 30 mins plus interval

Casterton Town Hall
Sunday 6 November 2pm
$25 Full price $20 Conc
$10 Student $55 Family

1 hour 30 mins. Cuppa after the show
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How do you grieve for someone you shared a life with, when that life was a lie?

Inspired by the true story of the intriguing case of Herman Rockerfeller.
Waking Up Dead is a suspenseful production that explores the story of an ordinary woman whose husband disappears and is later found murdered.
Through the investigation of his death, it becomes clear that for most of their married life he conducted an elaborate secret life as a swinger. Following such shocking events, how does the woman go on with her life? If so much of her life and identity was built on secrets and half-truths, how does she know who she is? With the use of a giant drawing-board in a beautifully rendered, intimate atmosphere, the woman
recreates key memories of her lost relationship, grappling with the complex nature of love, identity and betrayal.

Portland Arts Centre
Thursday 17 November, 7.30pm

$40 Full price $35 Conc
$10 Student $85 Family

Running time: 60 minutes, no interval
Recommended for ages 15+ - Some adult themes and sexual references

www.glenelg.vic.gov.au/ticketing
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