Performances

Presented by JTM Productions
Written and produced by Margaret Fisk

Morning Music

For generations she has graced the stage and screen, and is fondly remembered for being Maria in The Sound of Music and of course, the wonderful nanny in Mary Poppins.

Now in one glorious stage production, Practically Perfect celebrates the life and music of the legendary
Dame Julie Andrews.

Featuring some of her best known songs from shows such as Mary Poppins, My Fair Lady, The Sound of Music, Victor Victoria and more, interwoven with stories of her life both on and off the stage, be taken on an all singing, all dancing journey from the West End to Broadway and onto Hollywood.

With beautiful costumes, extraordinary dancing together with some of the most memorable music ever written and sung, this is an exquisite musical tribute to a living legend which will thrill and delight audiences of all ages.

Starring Karla Hillam and her Leading Man, Jonathan Guthrie-Jones, Practically Perfect –The Music of Julie Andrews is, well simply practically perfect.

‘Another wonderful production brought to you by the team behind the blockbuster shows A Fine Romance: The Magic of Fred Astaire’, ‘Just a Couple of Song and Dance Men’ and ‘A Night in Vegas’

PORTLAND ARTS CENTRE
Monday 2 September, 10:30am
$15

60 minutes

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Melbourne Chamber Orchestra

Classical music

One of Mozart’s most loved works, the concerto for flute, harp & orchestra is pure elegance and
magic. Don’t miss this reunion of legendary Australian musicians Alice Giles and Prudence Davis,
who have performed this work together over decades. Includes music of CPE Bach, Haydn and
Nicholas Buc.

Performers: Alice Giles, harp; Prudence Davis, flute; Melbourne Chamber Orchestra

PORTLAND ARTS CENTRE
Tuesday 10 September, 7:30pm
Pop-Up Bar from 6:30pm
$35 / $15 (conc.)

2 hours, includes 20 minute interval
MCO advises parental judgment when bringing children under 10 years of age.

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Image by Pia Johnson

A Lemony S Puppet Theatre Production
Written and directed by Sarah Kriegler

Puppetry

Picasso and His Dog - for anyone who’s ever patted a dog or been moved by an artwork.

Picasso and His Dog is inspired by the true life story of Pablo Picasso and his sausage dog Lump. This delightful show celebrates the animals with whom we share our lives while exploring what it is to be creative and to create. Created by Lemony S Puppet Theatre, this work is an inventive mix of live art-making on-stage, puppetry and magic realism. Picasso and His Dog is about how the animals in our lives can inspire us to be excellent humans (and artists).

PORTLAND ARTS CENTRE
Friday 13 September, 6:30pm
$15

55 minutes. No interval.
4+

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Spectacular acrobatics and poetic visual imagery, celebrating imagination and adventure

Physical Theatre

Have you ever built a… FoRT? A show for cubby creators and den dwellers.

Asking for Trouble presents FoRT a circus/physical theatre production, which delves into the art of play and the creation of worlds from everyday objects.

Two strange characters appear hunting for whispers of adventure. In a series of vignettes a couch, table, cushions, sheets and broomsticks transform into rockets, trampolines, cliffs and tents places to explore.
Images appear and disappear. FoRT is full of ridiculous clowning, spectacular acrobatics, poetic visual imagery and celebrates the kind of creative genius that has been known to turn lounge rooms into volcanoes, trees into castles and cardboard boxes into racing cars.

PORTLAND ARTS CENTRE
Wednesday 9 October, 6:30pm
$15

50 Minutes
4 to 12 years

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A Promac Production

Morning Music

“WaltSing Australia” is a brand new show starring Phillip Gould and Michelle Fitzmaurice and is a celebration of 100 years of the greatest Australian singers and their songs, along with the fascinating story behind these iconic numbers.

Don’t miss this unique celebration of Australian Stars and their music as part of Seniors Week 2019.

PORTLAND ARTS CENTRE
Wednesday 23 October, 10:30am
$15

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It’s easy to forget that This Way North is a two-piece band. Drummer/vocalist Cat Leahy and guitarist/vocalist Leisha Jungalwalla create a uniquely full, expansive sound that translates effortlessly from the studio to the stage.

Supported by special guests, Tuck Shop Ladies.

Join us for an intimate evening of drinks, nibbles and live music.

PORTLAND ARTS CENTRE
Friday 25 October
Bar open 6:30pm
TUCK SHOP LADIES 7pm
THIS WAY NORTH 8pm

All Tickets $30
plus pop-up bar + nibbles

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Presented by Monkey Baa Theatre Company
Based on the book by Mem Fox and Julie Vivas

A brand-new stage adaptation of a magical Australian classic.

Children/Families

For over 30 years Mem Fox’s Possum Magic has captivated and enchanted young people. Joined
by an extraordinary creative team Monkey Baa is thrilled to be presenting a brand-new stage adaptation of this magical Australian classic.

PORTLAND ARTS CENTRE
Friday 8 November, 10:30am, 1.00pm and 6:30pm
$15

50 minutes
3 to 8 years

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