Monday 9 September 10:00am
Join
Jayne for a fantastic Fiddlesticks jam of moving and grooving to music.
Designed especially for children between 18 months-3 years, Jayne will
take the children on a musical journey with a variety of tapping,
scrapping, shaking instruments and using bright vibrant props to help
explore their creativity through dancing to tunes from around the world!
The
absolute best way to explore music is through play with lots of friends
and we welcome you to join us at 10am for 45 minutes of action packed
musical fun!
Duration: 45 minutes
All Tickets: *FREE
*This
is a free event however registrations are essential for participating
children.
This event is limited to 20 participants.
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Foyer 2
Saturday 14 September 7:30pm
Following
sold-out shows and rave reviews on London’s West End, at Sydney Opera
House and around the world, Australia’s hottest tap dance sensation, The
Tap Pack is coming to West Gippsland Arts Centre!
Picking up
where The Rat Pack left off, The Tap Pack conjures up a modern
twist to the crooners and artists from the ‘50s through to the noughties!
Featuring songs from Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr to Ed
Sheeran, Michael Bublé and Beyoncé.
The Tap Pack
mix slick humour, high-energy entertainment, and world-class tap dance. A
show of pure entertainment inspired by the legendary kings of swing, the
Rat Pack, freshly created for the audience today. Cool classics with a
fresh new twist. All your favourites including “The Lady Is a Tramp”,
“Come Fly with Me”, “One For My Baby”, “Me And My Shadow”
and much more.
They sing. They dance. They joke. They bring a new,
invigorating energy to a timeless style!
"Exhilarating"
– The Herald Sun
"Knockout performances"
– The Age
"Sensational evening" – The
Advertiser
"Genuinely breath catching" – Timeout.com
"Sheer
brilliance" - London Theatre One
The Tap Pack is
an all-ages, family friendly production. Created by Jesse Rasmussen,
Jordan Pollard, and Thomas J Egan. Co-created and directed by Nigel Turner
Carroll. Produced by Kym Halpin in association with SK Entertainment
Duration:
1 hour and 20 minutes, no intermission
Premium: $99.90
A
Reserve: $79.90
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Sunday 15 September 7:30pm
Direct
from the USA, Michael Jackson - The Legacy Tour Starring William Hall
is the world’s greatest tribute to the world’s greatest entertainer!
William
Hall becomes The King of Pop when he hits the stage with his
production of Michael Jackson’s The Legacy Tour. The show,
produced and endorsed by previous members of Michael Jackson’s crew, is a
visual and musical voyage through the artistic life of the 20th Century’s
most respected and idolised entertainer. The choreographed dance moves,
full live band and multi-faceted light show promises to repeat the Michael
Jackson experience.
Michael Jackson - The Legacy Tour Starring
William Hall is a celebration of The King of Pop’s musical legacy in a
mammoth tribute featuring all his Greatest Hits.
If you love
Michael Jackson, you can’t miss the greatest experience since the King of
Pop himself.
Setlist Includes –
Bad
Beat It
Billie
Jean
Black Or White
Can You Feel It
Don't Stop Til You Get Enough
Heal
the World
Human Nature
Man In the Mirror
Rock with You
Smooth
Criminal
The Way You Make Me Feel
They Don't Care About Us
Thriller
Wanna
Be Startin Somethin’
Duration: Approximately 1 hour
and 50 minutes including intermission
All Tickets: $69.90
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Tuesday 17 September 1:00pm & 7:00pm
Get
ready for an evening of nostalgia and entertainment at Columba Catholic
Primary School's Antiques Roadshow!
Performers will bring
fascinating items from decades past, showcasing family treasures and
heirlooms. Each piece is from a different era, as our talented dancers hit
the stage, performing to iconic songs from the decade of the item’s
origin. From the Rocking Fifties to the Groovy Seventies and beyond,
experience a vibrant celebration of history, music, and dance. Join us for
a unique blend of discovery and delight, where every artefact tells a
story and every song sparks a memory!
Don’t miss this incredible
journey through time!
Duration: Approximately 1 hour and 30
minutes
1:00pm All Tickets: $12
7:00pm All
Tickets: $17
*Families are asked to limit tickets to 4 per performance.
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Thursday 19 September 7:00pm
FREE
COMMUNITY EVENT
Hello Red Planet is a humorous theatrical
celebration of our community’s shared history. This family-focused
production engages with local residents to collect their perspectives and
stories, and then integrates these into a public ‘info-night’ comedy
puppet show.
Baw Baw Shire is being re-located to Mars (we promise,
it's the best way to dodge those Earthly troubles), and this info session
is required viewing. Tired of lush Mt Baw Baw? Embrace the endless shades
of Martian red. No more mosquitos, no more noisy corellas and no more
hayfever!
Ahead of the 'info-night' audio interviews with local
residents are recorded, investigating the pride, problems and shared
stories of the local community. These are edited and re-purposed using
puppetry and animation techniques and presented at the main public event
where two hilariously out-of-touch futurist developers will make their
impassioned pitch on why and how the community will be relocated to the
new Mars colony.
Join renowned storytellers Bunk Puppets for a
satirical information session laying out their daring escape plan from
Earth. Learn what’s coming along, (and who’s not).
Duration:
Approximately 60 minutes with no intermission
Book a free seat
of choice from the seat map below or show up on the day for general
admission.
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Tuesday 1 - Friday 4 October
Theatre 2
Tuesday 1 October 11:00am
& 3:00pm
Wednesday 2 October 3:00pm & 7:30pm
Thursday 3
October 3:00pm & 7:30pm
Friday 4 October 11:00am
One
is the Norse God of Thunder, Master of the Storm, Lord of the Living
Lightning, and heir to the throne of eternal Asgard. The other born of a
Frost Giant, but now the Norse God of Mischief. Yet they are brothers, and
together they are... The Mighty Thor and Loki.
In "Hammered: A
Thor and Loki Play," the Marvel Spotlight takes audiences on an
exhilarating and humorous journey through the tumultuous relationship
between two iconic Norse god brothers, Thor and Loki. Set against the
backdrop of the mystical realm of Asgard, this dynamic play explores the
complexities of sibling rivalry, redemption, and the true meaning of
heroism.
As the brothers navigate their way through a series of
comedic and perilous situations, they are forced to confront their
differences, misunderstandings, and the long-standing resentment that has
fueled their rivalry. Along the way, the brothers encounter a colourful
cast of characters from the Marvel universe, each adding their own unique
flavour to the narrative.
Duration: 50 minutes no intermission
Members:
$12
Full: $17
Concession: $12
Youth U/18: $12
Groups
10+: $12
Family of 4*: $53
*Family of 4 consisting of 2
adults and 2 children, or 1 adult and 3 children.
Babes in arms policy:
Infants under 2 free on the knee, no ticket required.
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 2
Saturday 5 October 10:30am
Breakdancing
Workshop
This workshop is being held at BE Performing Arts,
22 Normanby Street, Warragul Two internationally renowned breakdancers
facilitate this amazing dance workshop, teaching choreography, technique
and tricks in this explosive dance genre. Equally popular with boys and
girls, this action packed masterclass teaches the four main elements of
breakdancing - top rocks, footwork, freezes and power moves – and how to
link these together into fluent “sets”. Participants are actively
encouraged to incorporate their own original style and character in the
fun and supportive environment created by the 360 ALLSTARS breakdancers.
Recommended
for participants aged 10+
There is no cost for this workshop
but registrations are essential.
Duration: 1 hour
Youth For Christ (BE Performing Arts)
BE Performing Arts
Saturday 5 October 10:30am
BMX
Flatlanding Workshop
In this inspiring workshop attendees will
receive a step by step masterclass on how to execute BMX tricks from an
international champion rider. Participants will learn spinning, balancing,
and rolling tricks, as well as being tested on an obstacle course, and
shown the best techniques for falling to avoid injuries. This fun,
physical and hands on workshops is a fantastic opportunity for BMX riders
to learn from one of the world’s best flatlanders.
Participants
in this workshop need to bring their own BMX Bike AND Helmet.
Recommended
for participants aged 10+
There is no cost for this workshop
but registrations are essential.
Duration: 1 hour
West Gippsland Arts Centre
WGAC Rear Upper Carpark
Saturday 5 October 11:45am
Basketball
Freestyle Workshop
A fun, yet challenging workshop, local
basketballers will be taught a series of tricks from one of the world’s
top basketball freestylers. Participants will learn the various elements
of basketball freestyling – spinning moves, rolling moves, dribbling, and
juggling – as well as being shown how to connect these together with style
and flare. Promoting creativity, as well as honing hand-eye coordination,
this workshop is suitable for young enthusiasts, right through to advanced
ballers.
Participants in this workshop need to bring their own
basketball.
Recommended for participants aged 8+
There
is no cost for this workshop but registrations are essential.
Duration:
1 hour
West Gippsland Arts Centre
The Forecourt
Saturday 5 October 11:45am
Circus
Workshop
This workshop is being held at BE Performing Arts,
22 Normanby Street, Warragul This fantastic workshop offers local
youth the opportunity to learn several circus styles and disciplines,
including acro-balance, handstands, and juggling. Students will learn to
work and problem-solve as a team, as well as be taught correct form and
technique to execute all skills safely. Promoting co-ordination, focus,
and persistence in a fun and positive environment this workshop gives
attendees a wonderful insight in to the circus world, led by an
internationally renowned touring artist.
Recommended for
participants aged 5+
There is no cost for this workshop but
registrations are essential.
Duration: 1 hour
Youth For Christ (BE Performing Arts)
BE Performing Arts
Saturday 5 October 7:30pm
Sold
Out on Broadway
Sold Out in Edinburgh
Sold Out at the
Sydney Opera House
AND SOLD OUT at the West Gippsland Arts
Centre in 2023!
Seen by over 1 million people worldwide
BMX,
basketball, breakdancing, acrobatics, drumming and more, the international
smash hit returns!
A phenomenal physical performance exploring
all forms of rotation, 360 ALLSTARS connects the street with the
elite to deliver a supercharged urban circus. Boasting a stellar cast of
World Champion and World Record holding artists and athletes, 360
ALLSTARS is a spectacular fusion of the extraordinary artistry that
emerges from street culture.
Add to this a stunning live soundtrack
delivered by award winning musicians, coupled with spectacular video
projections, 360 ALLSTARS is as aurally exciting as it is visually
astounding.
A magnificent, colourful and astonishing expression of
a generation that has reinvented the circus, 360 ALLSTARS is a
revolutionary production that will leave you dizzy with excitement!
Don't
miss this chance to catch 360 ALLSTARS at West Gippsland Arts Centre. Get
your tickets before it sells out again!
Duration: Approximately
60 minutes with no intermission
Members: $50
Full:
$60
Concession: $55
Youth U/18: $25
Group
8+: $48
Family of 4: $140
*Family of 4 consisting of 2
adults and 2 children, or 1 adult and 3 children.
Babes in arms policy:
Infants under 2 free on the knee, no ticket required.
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Thursday 10 October - Sunday 13 October
Thursday 10 October 7.30pm
Friday
11 October 7.30pm
Saturday 12 October 1.30pm & 7.30pm
Sunday 13
October 1.30pm
Dubbed “the funniest farce ever
written”, Noises Off by Michael Frayn follows a theatre
company from their final chaotic rehearsal of the sex farce “Nothing On”
to their disastrous final performance. Filled with classic tropes like
slamming doors, affairs, and falling trousers, Noises Off is
side-splittingly funny.
Written in 1982, Noises Off quickly
gained popularity and has since become a favourite of theatre-goers across
the globe. In 1992 it appeared on the big screen, starring Carol Burnett,
Michael Caine, and Christopher Reeve.
Duration: 2 hours and 30
min including intermission
Members: $39.00
Full:
$45.00
Concession: $40.00
Youth U/18: $40.00
Groups
10+: $40.00
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 2
Monday 14 October 2:00pm
The
Royal Australian Navy big band from Melbourne is a dynamic ensemble
that specialises in performing jazz and big band music.
Comprising
talented musicians from around Australia, the big band demonstrates the
versatility and skill of its instrumentalists and vocalists while
performing repertoire from traditional swing and classic big band charts
to contemporary jazz and popular music arrangements. A major focus is
placed on featuring contemporary Australian compositions and arrangements,
particularly those of our own musicians.
For this performance, the
Royal Australian Navy Big Band will play a variety of instrumental music,
from classic swing numbers to contemporary compositions, some of which
were penned by members of the band. A vocalist will also join the Big Band
in what will be a memorable and swinging morning/afternoon of jazz.
Photo
taken by ABIS Bonny Gassner
Duration: Approximately 1 hour
no intermission
All Tickets: $10
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Tuesday 15 October 6:45pm
Presented
by Longwarry Primary School
Once upon a time, the Magic Mirror gave
our heroes Brandon T and his sidekick Brandon L a message. The Brandon’s
must save Fantasyland!
The evil Orica accompanied by her rapping
accomplice, Groova has threatened to destroy all the best-loved fairytale
characters including Snow White, The Three Little Pigs, The Three Blind
Mice, Little Red Riding Hood, Goldilocks and the Three Bears! The
Branson’s Quest… collect coloured objects from fairytales to form a
rainbow, which will save Fantasyland. Fun and games follow as the
fairytale creatures are astounded to encounter the Brandon’s as they burst
into their Fairytale lives.
Can Brandon’s complete the Quest? Or
does Orica destroy the fun of childhood forever?
Duration: TBC
Full:
$18
Concession: $18
Youth U/18: $13
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Wednesday 16 October 7:30pm
You
asked for it, we're back! Encore Tour October 2024!
Multi
Award winner Dave Gleeson (The Screaming Jets/The Angels) will join
forces with Aria Hall of Famer and multi-award winner Russell Morris
and music giants Jack Jones (Southern Sons), Rai Thistlethwayte
(Thirsty Merc/Joe Satriani/Sammy Hagar) performing their biggest hits for
what promises to be an extraordinary evening of music.
Appearing as The
Fabulous Caprettos performing together on stage for the entire concert
combining their unique musical virtuosities and stage presence to
reimagine some of Australian rock music history’s most memorable moments
from the 60s to the present day plus new songs & surprises.
Hear
iconic songs from The Screaming Jets “Better”, Russell
Morris’ spirit of the 60s anthem "The Real Thing",
Southern Sons' “Hold Me in Your Arms”, and Thirsty
Merc's “In The Summertime”.
Duration: 2 hours
and 30 minutes including intermission
Members: $69
Full:
$74
Concession: $69
Youth U/18: $74
Groups
10+: $69
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Friday 18 October 11:00am
Star
Australian tenor Roy Best has always had a love of Broadway and in this
new production, he gets to sing all the classic hit songs from the classic
hit musicals and some of his favourite composers.
Roy has performed
as a guest soloist with the Australian Pops Orchestra and has recorded for
ABC Classics. Broadway Bound will feature songs by Rodgers and
Hammerstein, Andrew Lloyd Webber, Lerner & Lowe, Cole Porter, Leonard
Bernstein, and others, as well as hits from musicals including Phantom,
Les Miserables, and Cats, to name a few.
Roy Best will
be joined on stage by international soprano Ali Jones and narrated by
Christopher McKenna with William Schmidt on piano. If there is a Broadway
show or song you love or sing around the house… It’s probably in this show!
Duration:
Approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Member: $10
Full:
$20
Concession: $17
Group 8+: $15
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Friday 18 October 7:30pm
Theatre
2
The Trash Queen of Cabaret, Tash York, is determined
to find out what makes us happy. Is it finishing that 3rd bottle of wine?
Staying up until 3am because you don’t want the night to end? Buying yet
another cat? (She has 3 already you know…)
After two years
lost to the global panini, Tash York’s Happy Hour is set to
thrill you even more than a half-price wine list. Tash unapologetically
drinks a pool of wine, practices self-care, slays her insecurities, and
makes the effort to make sure everyone leaves their troubles at the door.
Backed by her boozy music makers and backing singers The Red Red Wines
(Peppy Smears & Vivian Fonteyn) expect powerful three-part harmonies,
hilarious true stories, improvised numbers and of course Australia’s
favourite game - Goon of Fortune!
Don’t let the makeup, wigs and
costumes fool you; Tash York is as bogan as they come. Celebrated with
countless awards and glowing reviews, Happy Hour combines Drag and
Cabaret in a way unlike any other - Think Meow Meow meets Bianca Del Rio
but on a budget! Your Hostess with the Mostess (wine) Tash York is a
multi-award winning cabaret artist who has been touring the world with her
hit solo shows and is also celebrated Emcee of The After Hours Cabaret
Club, The Australian Burlesque Festival and Briefs: Sweatshop.
Choose
either theatre seating or table seating.
Members: $35
Full: $50
Concession:
$45
Youth U/18: $15
Group 4+: $35
Duration:
Approximately 80 minutes including intermission.
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 2
Thursday 24 October 6:00pm
Expressions
Festival
My Happy Place: Self Expression as a young person in 2024.
Immerse
yourself in a world of creativity at the Expressions Festival! This event
showcases the self-expression of young people in 2024 through theatre,
film, music, visual art, photography, poetry, and more. The theme
encourages artists to share their unique interpretations of joy, comfort,
and belonging. Experience gripping performances and breathtaking visual
displays, all spotlighting the incredible talents of our local youth. This
festival is more than an arts event—it's a movement for youth empowerment
and expression. Don't miss your chance to be part of something truly
extraordinary!
Register your attendance now!
Pricing:
Attendance at the Expressions Festival is free however a gold coin
donation will be requested on the night to be donated to The Corey Maric
Youth Support Foundation.
Duration: TBC
This is a
free event however bookings are required.
If wheelchair or accessible
seating is required, please contact the Box Office.
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Friday 25 October 7:30pm
Australia’s
legendary musical treasure has announced that she will tour Australia in
2024 performing her ‘Still Shining’ album concert
repertoire. This two-and-a-half-hour musical showcase is a celebration of Marcia’s
career and will feature every charting song from her vast repertoire,
commencing with ‘Fire and Rain’ through to the
discotheque era and to 2023 with the greatest hits album and ‘The
Gospel According to Marcia’.
Marcia has returned to the
judging panel for the 2024 season of Australian Idol on the Seven
Network and is currently touring Australia in the hit stage production Grease
the Musical.
Marcia’s love affair with Australian audiences
continues in 2024. Having sold over three million copies of her 23 albums,
been inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame in 2007 and awarded the Order of
Australia (AM) in 2009 for her services to the Australian entertainment
industry, a Marcia Hines concert is a celebration of her journey, the
highs, the lows and the extraordinary relationship she has with Australian
audiences.
Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes inclusive of a 20
minute intermission
Members: $70.00
Full: $75.00
Concession:
$70.00
Youth U/18: $75.00
Group 10+: $70.00
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Saturday 26 October 8:00pm
From
the producers of Prada Clutch’s: All-Drag Revue comes Les
Divas: An All-Male Revue.
Australia’s six-foot-something
songstress Prada Clutch plays the Goddess of Pop; Cher in her new
show set on the Las Vegas Strip featuring an all-star line-up of her most
famous friends.
This all-male revue includes some of the world’s
greatest divas including: Barbara Streisand, Shirley Bassey, Tina
Turner, Mariah Carey, Beyoncé, Whitney Houston, Celine Dion, Diana Ross
& of course – Cher! Relive their greatest hits including: 'If
I Could Turn Back Time', 'Get The Party Started', 'Proud Mary', 'I Will
Always Love You' & 'I'm Coming Out'.
The show is
headlined by Prada Clutch; one of Australia's most in-demand live-singing
drag queens. Prada has headlined stage shows across Australia, playing
both major cities & regional towns. Witness the greatest divas being
impersonated like never before as they tour Australia.
"[Prada
is] not your typical drag performer... she's a show stopping, live-singing
entertainer, with a whole lot of class!" - Glenn Frey, The Eagles
Duration:
2 hours and 10 minutes including an intermission
Members:
$66.50
Full: $71.50
Concession: $67.50
Youth
U/18: $67.50
Groups 10+: $65.50
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Sunday 27 October 6:00pm
100%
Fun. 100% African. 100% Joy.
Cirque Africa is produced and
directed by ‘Papa Africa’ aka Winston Ruddle, the director who brought us
the HIT BROADWAY SHOW CIRQUE MOTHER AFRICA. Cirque Africa is coming to
Australia in 2024 with a brand new show featuring the very best talent
from across Africa.
Audiences will be fully immersed in traditional
African culture while witnessing a hand-picked world-renowned African
troupe. Ranging from acrobats to dancers, musicians to contortionists
masterfully performing in this energetic two-hour spectacle.
Rhythmic,
colourful, energetic and awe-inspiring.
Cirque Africa artists have
performed for over 2 million people worldwide and are guaranteed to
captivate audiences young and old by combining the best of contortion,
acrobatics, traditional dance, live music, pan spinning, hand balancing
and so much more.
“Extraordinary talent. The performers bring so
much energy and joy to the crowd” - Glam Adelaide
“Cirque
Africa is fresh, funky, bold, fun and challenges your imagination like no
other show.” - Broadway World
You won’t want to miss this
uniquely vibrant performance. SIMPLY NOT TO BE MISSED BOOK NOW!
www.cirque.africa
- "Watch a preview of Cirque Africa on YouTube."
2
hours including intermission
Full: $89.90
Concession:
$84.90
Youth U18: $79.90
Group 10+: $80.00
Family of 4*:
$320.00
*Family of 4 consisting of 2 adults and 2 children, or 1
adult and 3 children.
Babes in arms policy: Infants under 2 free on the
knee, no ticket required.
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Friday 1 November 8:00pm
Presented
by MG Live & Frontier Touring
The Trauma Dump Tour goes
regional!
MG Live and Frontier Touring are thrilled to
announce Australia’s much-loved topical podcaster, TV star, entrepreneur
and chronic over-sharer Abbie Chatfield, is returning to the stage
in 2024 as she brings The Trauma Dump Tour to thirteen regional
venues across Australia this October and November.
Following a
sell-out metropolitan run in 2023, Abbie will take The Trauma Dump Tour
to Hobart, Canberra, Thirroul, Caloundra, Gold Coast, Warragul, Geelong,
Ballarat, Bendigo, Newcastle, Port Macquarie, Cairns and Darwin.
Frontier
Members will be able to access presale tickets from 12pm local time on
Friday 2 August (24 hours) ahead of tickets going on sale from 12pm local
time Monday 5 August. Tickets via frontiertouring.com/abbiechatfield
The
Trauma Dump Tour in 2023 saw Abbie bring her raw and unfiltered self
to stages across the country, with fans and critics commending the star
for putting on what was deemed the most relatable live show of the year
with The West Australian saying Abbie’s ‘vulnerability and
hilarious insight’ made for an unforgettable show.'
‘The
Trauma Dump Tour is an emotional rollercoaster for Chatfield and her fans
alike, but it’s safe to say we’re all glad we jumped onboard.’
– TimeOut
‘Chatfield once again proved her power to
turn life’s lemons into comedic lemonade, leaving us eager for the next
instalment of this entertaining trauma fest.’ – The
Courier Mail
‘Chatfield is a great storyteller, again
without sticking to the mould of what people think a great storyteller
should be like.’ – Glam Adelaide
Duration:
Approximately 2 hours including intermission.
Hot Seat
Package: $109.90* SOLD OUT
*Includes 1 Reserved seat in the first
11 rows, 1 x Exclusive Tour Merchandise Item
Hot
Seat Package Terms & Conditions
A Reserve: $79.90
Licensed
All Ages* - *Show is recommended for audiences 16+ due to content.
All
patrons attending this event (including minors/babies) must have a valid
full price ticket for entry.
IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION
*
Any updates to the TERMS OF SALE moving forward will get updated HERE!
PRESALE TICKET LIMIT: There is a strict presale limit
of four (4) tickets per customer on this event. Persons who exceed the
ticket limit may have any or all of their orders and tickets cancelled
without notice. This includes orders associated with the same name, e-mail
address, billing address, credit card number or other information.
GP
TICKET LIMIT: There is a strict limit of ten (10) tickets per customer
on this event. Persons who exceed the ticket limit may have any or all of
their orders and tickets cancelled without notice. This includes orders
associated with the same name, e-mail address, billing address, credit
card number or other information.
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Thur 7 - Fri 8 Nov
Thursday 7 November 6:00pm
Friday 8 November
10:00am
CDP presents Tall Stories' production of The
Gruffalo based on the award-winning picture book by Julia Donaldson &
Axel Scheffler.
Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep,
dark wood in this magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book.
Searching for hazelnuts, Mouse meets the cunning Fox, the eccentric old
Owl and the party-mad Snake.
Will the story of the terrifying
Gruffalo save Mouse from ending up as dinner for these hungry woodland
creatures? After all, there’s no such thing as a Gruffalo – is there?
Songs,
laughs and scary fun for children aged 3+ and their grown-ups!
Duration:
Approximately 55 minutes with no intermission
Member: $15
Full:
$25
Concession: $23
Youth U/18: $15
Family
of 4*: $60
*Family of 4 consisting of 2 adults and 2
children, or 1 adult and 3 children.
Babes in arms policy: Infants
under 2 free on the knee, no ticket required.
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Sunday 10 November 2:00pm
Gippsland
Symphony Orchestra presents SYMPHONIC MASTERS at the West Gippsland
Arts Centre.
Serge Prokofiev – Selections from Romeo and Juliet
Suite 1 & 2
Sergei Prokofiev's Romeo and Juliet is a
ballet composed in 1935-1936 based on William Shakespeare's play of the
same name. Prokofiev also arranged three orchestral suites and a set of
ten piano pieces from the music for the ballet. The GSO has selected from
suites 1 and 2 for this performance: Montagues and Capulets, Madrigal,
Minuet, Masks, Death of Tybalt, Friar Laurence, and Romeo at Juliet's
Tomb. Prokofiev’s suites are some of the most memorable and dramatic
moments from the ballet, capturing the essence of his powerful and
evocative compositional style. The suites are often performed in concert
and have become popular pieces in the orchestral repertoire.
Claude
Debussy – Rhapsody for Saxophone and Orchestra – soloist Niels Bijl
In
1901 American saxophonist Elise Hall had requested Claude Debussy to
compose a piece for the saxophone, however, he didn’t take the commission
seriously and looked scornfully on the abilities of Hall as a saxophonist
and as such did not work on the commission for some time. Hall made many
trips to Paris to meet with Debussy and he eventually began to work on the
piece and sent the score for saxophone and piano to Hall in 1911. It was
subsequently arranged for orchestra by Jean Roger-Ducasse in 1919.
Johannes
Brahms – Symphony No. 4
Johannes Brahms' Symphony No. 4,
Op. 98, is a monumental work in the symphonic repertoire, composed in
1884-1885. This highly regarded symphony explores emotional depth,
structural coherence, and symphonic innovation, making it a cornerstone of
Romantic symphonic repertoire. After its premiere performance, the
symphony received mixed reviews. Listeners were challenged by the dense,
rich textural colours and the complexity of its structures. It is now
viewed as the work of a genius and rightly celebrated as one of the great
symphonic achievements, a work that combines romantic intellectualism and
emotional expressionism. The fourth symphony by Brahms places him in the
vanguard of symphonic composers, a rightful heir to Beethoven’s crown.
Duration:
1 hour and 50 minute including intermission
Members: $20
Full:
$25
Concession: $20
Youth U/18: $15
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Friday 15 November 7:30pm
Music
Legends presents The Billy Joel Story.
The timeless music of
the great Billy Joel, performed live by James van Cuylenburg and his 'Big
Shot' band. Enjoy singing along to over 2 hours of Billy's greatest tunes,
including 'Piano Man', 'Uptown Girl', 'She's Always a Woman', and
many more!
All the songs you love faithfully recreated, with energy
and fun for all!
Duration: 2 hours and 20 minutes including
intermission
Members: $60
Full: $65
Concession:
$60
Youth U/18: $55
Group 10+: $60
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Saturday 16 November 7:30pm
Never
Mind the Buzzers, Here’s RocKwiz LIVE! The RocKwiz gang
is back on the road, coming to a theatre near you. Julia, Brian, Dugald
and the RocKwiz OrKestra will be revelling in the chaos and quizzery of RocKwiz
LIVE.
If you've seen a RocKwiz LIVE show you know what
we mean. If you haven’t, buckle up for a fantastic night of musical and
comedic treats.
Every show begins with Brian's contestant selection
process, with audience members demonstrating their rock knowledge.
Contestants with the highest scores sit alongside guest musicians for a
magical night of music and trivia.
Don’t miss this fabulous night!
“The
laughs are huge. The music is magnificent. The hosts marvellous. And the
contestants a delight. It’s the kind of experience that makes you feel
good from the inside out”. - Julia Hosking, Seesa
“The
RocKwiz band is exceptional, providing flawless backup to the special
guests who performed.” - Doug Phillips, Glam Adelaide
Duration:
Approximately 3 hours including intemission
Full: $102.50
Concession:
$97.50
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Sunday 17 November 2:30pm
An
Enchanting Christmas Ballet Treat!
The Nutcracker Ballet
is a time-less, world famous traditional classical ballet Christmas treat!
Adventurous, exciting, enchanting and simply a pure delight of the festive
season!
Join Clara at her Christmas party, as she ventures into her
Nutcracker prince's magical land. Delight at the famous sugar plum fairy
pas de deux, breathtaking snow scenes, a beautiful Christmas tree and
party surprises. This delightful and powerful ballet will enchant children
and grown-ups alike. A rich display of mesmerising classical ballet
performed by stars of the Victorian State Ballet.
The Nutcracker is
a feast of outstanding classical ballet skill that continues to bring joy
throughout the ages to all who see it. The story is also told through its
breathtaking musical score by Tchaikovsky. Don’t miss out on experiencing
this enchanting classical ballet tale!
Duration: 2 hours and 15
minutes including intermission
Members: $49
Full:
$69
Concession: $59
Youth U/18: $49
Groups
10+: $49
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Friday 22 November 11:00am
Get ready to experience the
electrifying musical landscape of Ray Charles, Fats Domino, Little
Richard, and Jerry Lee Lewis in an electrifying piano-pounding
performance that takes you on a journey back to the rockin' 1950s, a
decade that witnessed the rise of these musical giants who revolutionised
popular music.
Along with a killer world-class band, award-winning
boogie-woogie virtuoso, Damon Smith, will showcase the life and music of
these iconic piano legends, capturing Ray's soulful charm, Fats' genius,
Little Richard's flamboyance, and Jerry Lee's sheer power, all in one
mesmerising live show.
With every piano key pressed, the audience
will witness the beating heart of rock 'n' roll history with a plethora of
red-hot classics along with a narrative filled with stories and
side-splitting anecdotes that add depth and help create a truly unique
show.
In this celebration of incredible rock and roll and blues &
roots music, you’ll hear stunning renditions of songs like Hallelujah,
I Love Her So, What'd I Say, Georgia On My Mind, Hit The Road Jack,
Blueberry Hill, Ain't That A Shame, Walking To New Orleans, Kansas City,
Long Tall Sally, Good Golly Miss Molly, Lucille, Great Balls Of Fire ,
Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On, When The Saints Go Marching In, and many
more, all weaved throughout a historically informative and thoroughly
entertaining narrative that tells the story of these great pioneers of
popular music of the 20th century!
Duration: Approximately 1
hour and 15 minutes
Member: $10
Full: $20
Concession:
$17
Group 8+: $15
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Friday 29 November 7:30pm
Elvis
Presley is a legend. Of that, there is no doubt.
Mark Anthony,
Australia’s premier Elvis tribute artist, is himself a legendary artist.
With his international-class band, Mark Anthony’s performances as Elvis
are always sold out, earning him the status of Australia’s number-one
Elvis tribute artist. Mark is also recognised by Elvis Presley Enterprises
and Graceland USA, as one of the top professional tribute artists in the
world today. Mark’s tribute to Elvis is flawless - in music, mood, and
movement. Like a well-trained and gifted actor, Mark ‘becomes’ Elvis in a
mysterious, magical way that is difficult to describe. Simply, you have to
experience it for yourself.
This new show, “Elvis – A Legendary
Performer” is the story of Elvis’ magnificent Comeback Special
in 1968 and the triumphant performances that followed in the 1970s. These
were the performances in which Elvis shook off the shackles of cinematic
mediocrity and reclaimed his position as the ultimate performer of the age.
Mark’s
performances of these timeless songs, backed by his world-class band, are
indistinguishable from the originals: abundantly energetic, meticulously
orchestrated, and brilliantly performed. You will leave the theatre
mesmerised - wondering what it was that just happened.
It does not
– cannot - get any better than this! Watch a preview of Elvis The
Legendary Performer on YouTube.
Duration:
2 hours and 30 minutes including intermission.
Member: $69.90
Full:
$79.90
Concession: $74.90
Youth U/18: $39.90
Group
10+: $69.90
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Thursday 5 December 7:30pm
With
an astonishing 50 stage productions combined, world-class and leading
artists, MARINA PRIOR & MICHAEL CORMICK unite for their first
full-length tour titled ‘CENTRESTAGE’.
Having
been friends for decades, first performing together in the production of
CATS in 1986, it’s now time they take their remarkable voices and
stagecraft on tour around the country. Touring Metro and Regional cities,
in a 2-hour show, accompanied by renowned pianist Andrew Ross (Barry
Humphries, Dame Edna, Moulin Rouge, Miss Saigon), Marina & Michael will
perform songs from their hit musicals (Cats, Les Miserables, Phantom of
the Opera, West Side Story, Grease, Sunset Boulevard, La Cage aux Folles,
Rocky Horror, Jesus Christ Superstar to name just a few). There’ll be
gorgeous duets, iconic show tunes plus their own personal and crowd
favourites. The onstage chemistry is captivating.
Come on a musical
journey!
Duration: 2 hours including intermission
Members:
$72.95
Full: $79.95
Concession: $74.95
Youth
U/18: $44.95
Group 10+: $74.95
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Friday 6 December 11:00am
Santa’s
slapping on the sunblock and squeezing into a pair of board shorts! Is
that a six pack of wallabies pulling the sleigh? Pass the aeroguard and
help yourself to another plate of Nanna’s famous trifle - it’s going to be A
Very Aussie Christmas!
Two of Australian musical theatre's
favourite funny ladies Melissa Langton and Susan Ann Walker join forces to
fire up the BBQ, pour the custard on the plum pudding and lead some
Yuletide singalongs around the old ‘goanna’. Fancy a nice pair of socks? A
novelty fly swatter? Yet another copy of Michael Buble’s Christmas CD?
There’ll be Aussie Christmas gifts up for grabs for those who come
prepared to share a classic Christmas Cracker joke!
Of course,
we’ll still be decorating the tree and singing Silent Night
and Away in a Manger - but songs about snow are definitely a no go!
A heart-warming celebration of all the great Aussie Christmas traditions
new and old!
Duration: Approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Member:
$10
Full: $20
Concession: $17
Group 8+: $15
Please
be advised that although Sally Bourne was initially advertised to star in
'A Very Aussie Christmas,' Melissa Langton has now taken over the role.
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Friday 6 December 7:30pm
Handel’s
greatest oratorio celebration is still as potent today as it was at its
premiere more than 280 years ago. Inspiring joy and wonder from both
first-time listeners and those who've made it a yearly tradition, Messiah
will have you singing 'Hallelujah!' all the way home.
Featuring:
Melbourne
Symphony Orchestra
Erin Helyard* director
Stacey Alleaume soprano
Helen
Sherman alto
Michael Petrucelli tenor
David Greco bass
MSO Chorus
West
Gippsland Chorale
Warren Trevelyan-Jones chorus director
*MSO
Artist in Residence
Program:
Handel's Messiah
MSO’s
regional touring program is supported by Creative Victoria, Freemasons
Foundation Victoria, the Robert Salzer Foundation, and the Angior Family
Foundation.
Duration: 2 hours including intermission
Members:
$40
Full: $50
Concession: $45
Youth U/18: $15
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Tuesday 18 February 7:30pm
Australia’s
world-renowned entertainer and International Magician of the Year, Cosentino,
is returning to perform his brand new, 90-minute live show ‘Decennium'.
This greatest hits production will be one of the must-see shows of 2025!
Join
Cosentino as he performs death-defying escapes that will thrill your
senses, mind-boggling stage illusions and cutting-edge street magic that
twists your view of reality.
His trademark blend of dance and magic
with a touch of hilarious audience participation will take you on a
journey that will captivate fans, new and old, until the very last
mind-bending moment. Now recognised as Australia’s most successful
magician, Cosentino has spent the last four years touring to packed houses
and rave reviews around the world, while his prime-time TV specials have
now been seen by over 100 million people across the globe.
www.cosentino.com.au
Watch
an exciting preview of Cosentino's Decennium 'The Greatest Hits Tour' on YouTube.
Duration:
2 hours including an intermission
Full: $95.00
Child
(5-16yrs): $77.60
Family of 4*: $332.00
*Family of 4
consists of 2 adults and 2 children (5-16yrs)
**Strictly no
babes or children under the age of 5 years
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Friday 21 February 8:00pm
Iconic
star of stage and screen John Waters celebrates the songs of the British
Pop Invasion that changed modern music forever. The newest show from
John Waters, featuring Stewart D’Arrietta and the Chartbusters presents an
era of music that remains in the cellular memory of fans over generations.
From
the evocative strains of Where Do You Go to My Lovely, the
memory-dredging Waterloo Sunset and To Love Somebody, to the
infectious grooves of Itchycoo Park and the anthemic My
Generation, Waters and his band reprise and reinvent the classic hits.
When
commercial radio licences were not available in the 1960s UK, pop and rock
music was broadcast from Luxembourg, a clever move by the British record
industry to circumnavigate the laws of the day. With his six-piece band
and singers in brilliant voice, Waters recounts this loophole, anecdotes
and moving memories of the era, taking the audience through the time
continuum to songs that resound over decades.
The Beatles exploded
onto the scene followed by so many more, and the British Invasion truly
began, including The Moody Blues, The Kinks, The Who, and scores of
others. Their legendary songs live on stage as Radio Luxembourg are
a stirring and enjoyable experience. It’s impossible to keep still!
Book
NOW to secure your tickets to this special new show!
Duration: 2
hours and 10 minutes including an intermission.
All Tickets:
$69.90
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Saturday 1 March 8:00pm
Celebrate
50 years of ABBA's iconic victory with Bjorn Again's Waterloo
Anniversary Tour!
Experience the magic of the Swedish
superstars as the world's premier ABBA tribute band takes you on a journey
through their timeless hits. From "Waterloo" to "Dancing Queen," immerse
yourself in the unforgettable melodies and infectious energy that defined
an era.
With spot-on performances, dazzling costumes, and an
authentic tribute to ABBA's glory, this show promises an evening of pure
joy and nostalgia.
Don't miss the chance to dance and sing along to
the tunes that have become the soundtrack of generations!
Duration:
2 hours and 30 minutes including an intermission.
Members:
$72
Full: $79
Concession: $75
Youth U/18: $75
Groups
10+: $75
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Friday 7 March 2025 at 8:00pm
Bootleg
Melancholy Album Tour 2024 proudly presented by New World Artists.
To
know DIESEL is to know the world of music. Whether it's blues,
rock, soul, or pop, his unique blend is a culmination of the genre-defying
Australian music scene, his American roots, and his father's jazz and R&B
record collection. Every night, his performances travel to wherever the
music takes him.
Enter the BOOTLEG MELANCHOLY ALBUM TOUR , a
series of select theatre shows showcasing tracks from his ARIA
chart-topping album, BOOTLEG MELANCHOLY. This tour is shaping up to
be a tour de force, spanning over three decades of music and featuring
hits from his recent greatest hits collection, DIESEL 30.
"I
can’t remember the last time I’ve been so excited to take an album on the
road. It’s always a thrill to see how the new songs 'play' among the
family of known and loved songs. The mix of band shows and select solo
performances gives me the huge scope needed at this stage in my career.
With 17 albums in tow, the task of fitting everything in is one I’ll never
begrudge!"-DIESEL
Get ready to experience a musical
journey like no other with DIESEL on his BOOTLEG MELANCHOLY
ALBUM TOUR.
Duration: 2 hours and 15 minutes
including intermission.
VIP: $174 includes Meet & Greet and
premium seating
A Reserve: $102
B Reserve: $91
C Reserve: $81
DIESEL
VIP MEET & GREET PACKAGE (duration: 15 mins)
Inclusions:
-
Premium seating within front rows
- VIP souvenir laminate (to be
collected from the box office on arrival)
- Meet & greet with Diesel
shortly after the show
Strictly limited to 20 persons.
Only official
merchandise will be signed by Diesel (available for purchase on the night
or bring in your favourite vintage item!)
Please remain in your seat
after the show until you are met by a staff member.
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Friday 14 March 8:00pm
RELIVE
THE MAGIC! SOUTHERN SONS 35th ANNIVERSARY TOUR!
Get ready to
step back in time with Southern Sons, one of Australia's most beloved
bands of the '80s and '90s! Join us as we celebrate 35 years of
unforgettable music and timeless hits like "Heart in Danger", "Hold Me in
Your Arms", “Always And Ever”, “You Were There”, and “Lead Me To Water”
LIVE!
Duration: 105 minutes no intermission
All
Tickets: $79
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Saturday 15 March 8:00pm
It
is unlikely that the two powerhouse voices of the 20th century would have
ever shared the same stage… until now! Two great artists paying homage to
their songs, their characters and their legacy… singing the most memorable
music ever written.
Two of our brightest stars, Australia’s Got
Talent runner-up Greg Gould and the acclaimed songstress Cosima
De Vito perform the magic of Frank Sinatra and Barbra
Streisand as they share some of the legendary singers’ greatest hits
including 'My Way', 'Come Fly with Me', 'New York New York', 'The Way You
Look Tonight', 'Woman in Love', 'The Way We Were', 'Somewhere' and 'Don’t
Rain on My Parade'.
“The Perfect Pair” also sing many heartfelt
duets including 'All the Way', 'I Finally Found Someone', 'Something
Stupid' & the show-stopping 'Enough Is Enough'. Frank Sinatra and Barbra
Streisand epitomise the '60s and '70s and beyond, such great eras of
music, show-stopping arrangements, timeless songs and two of the greatest
voices of all time…
This “Two Shows! One Concert” event will
most certainly keep a smile on your face whilst you sing along to every
song during an unforgettable evening of nostalgia.
Join Greg Gould,
Cosima De Vito and their incredible band of Australia’s finest musicians
in this wonderful evening of world-class entertainment.
Duration:
2 hours and 20 minutes including an intermission
Members: $54
Full:
$64
Concession: $54
Youth U/18: $54
Groups
10+: $54
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Friday 16 May 7:30pm
Immerse
yourself in an unforgettable night of pure entertainment with Get
Rhythm! Australia's most authentic Johnny Cash & June Carter
Show!
From the lead's looks to their vocals, with a stellar
line-up, visual display, and the songs made famous by Johnny Cash and June
Carter, such as, 'Folsom Prison Blues', 'Walk the Line', 'Ring of Fire',
and famous duets 'Jackson' and 'Long-Legged Guitar Pickin' Man'.
Music
that is timeless and never goes out of style!
Duration: 2 hours
and 15 minutes including an intermission.
Members: $62.90
Full:
$69.90
Concession: $64.90
Youth U/18: $49.90
Group
10+: $62.90
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Monday 9 September 10:00am
Join
Jayne for a fantastic Fiddlesticks jam of moving and grooving to music.
Designed especially for children between 18 months-3 years, Jayne will
take the children on a musical journey with a variety of tapping,
scrapping, shaking instruments and using bright vibrant props to help
explore their creativity through dancing to tunes from around the world!
The
absolute best way to explore music is through play with lots of friends
and we welcome you to join us at 10am for 45 minutes of action packed
musical fun!
Duration: 45 minutes
All Tickets: *FREE
*This
is a free event however registrations are essential for participating
children.
This event is limited to 20 participants.
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Foyer 2
Saturday 14 September 7:30pm
Following
sold-out shows and rave reviews on London’s West End, at Sydney Opera
House and around the world, Australia’s hottest tap dance sensation, The
Tap Pack is coming to West Gippsland Arts Centre!
Picking up
where The Rat Pack left off, The Tap Pack conjures up a modern
twist to the crooners and artists from the ‘50s through to the noughties!
Featuring songs from Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr to Ed
Sheeran, Michael Bublé and Beyoncé.
The Tap Pack
mix slick humour, high-energy entertainment, and world-class tap dance. A
show of pure entertainment inspired by the legendary kings of swing, the
Rat Pack, freshly created for the audience today. Cool classics with a
fresh new twist. All your favourites including “The Lady Is a Tramp”,
“Come Fly with Me”, “One For My Baby”, “Me And My Shadow”
and much more.
They sing. They dance. They joke. They bring a new,
invigorating energy to a timeless style!
"Exhilarating"
– The Herald Sun
"Knockout performances"
– The Age
"Sensational evening" – The
Advertiser
"Genuinely breath catching" – Timeout.com
"Sheer
brilliance" - London Theatre One
The Tap Pack is
an all-ages, family friendly production. Created by Jesse Rasmussen,
Jordan Pollard, and Thomas J Egan. Co-created and directed by Nigel Turner
Carroll. Produced by Kym Halpin in association with SK Entertainment
Duration:
1 hour and 20 minutes, no intermission
Premium: $99.90
A
Reserve: $79.90
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Sunday 15 September 7:30pm
Direct
from the USA, Michael Jackson - The Legacy Tour Starring William Hall
is the world’s greatest tribute to the world’s greatest entertainer!
William
Hall becomes The King of Pop when he hits the stage with his
production of Michael Jackson’s The Legacy Tour. The show,
produced and endorsed by previous members of Michael Jackson’s crew, is a
visual and musical voyage through the artistic life of the 20th Century’s
most respected and idolised entertainer. The choreographed dance moves,
full live band and multi-faceted light show promises to repeat the Michael
Jackson experience.
Michael Jackson - The Legacy Tour Starring
William Hall is a celebration of The King of Pop’s musical legacy in a
mammoth tribute featuring all his Greatest Hits.
If you love
Michael Jackson, you can’t miss the greatest experience since the King of
Pop himself.
Setlist Includes –
Bad
Beat It
Billie
Jean
Black Or White
Can You Feel It
Don't Stop Til You Get Enough
Heal
the World
Human Nature
Man In the Mirror
Rock with You
Smooth
Criminal
The Way You Make Me Feel
They Don't Care About Us
Thriller
Wanna
Be Startin Somethin’
Duration: Approximately 1 hour
and 50 minutes including intermission
All Tickets: $69.90
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Tuesday 17 September 1:00pm & 7:00pm
Get
ready for an evening of nostalgia and entertainment at Columba Catholic
Primary School's Antiques Roadshow!
Performers will bring
fascinating items from decades past, showcasing family treasures and
heirlooms. Each piece is from a different era, as our talented dancers hit
the stage, performing to iconic songs from the decade of the item’s
origin. From the Rocking Fifties to the Groovy Seventies and beyond,
experience a vibrant celebration of history, music, and dance. Join us for
a unique blend of discovery and delight, where every artefact tells a
story and every song sparks a memory!
Don’t miss this incredible
journey through time!
Duration: Approximately 1 hour and 30
minutes
1:00pm All Tickets: $12
7:00pm All
Tickets: $17
*Families are asked to limit tickets to 4 per performance.
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Thursday 19 September 7:00pm
FREE
COMMUNITY EVENT
Hello Red Planet is a humorous theatrical
celebration of our community’s shared history. This family-focused
production engages with local residents to collect their perspectives and
stories, and then integrates these into a public ‘info-night’ comedy
puppet show.
Baw Baw Shire is being re-located to Mars (we promise,
it's the best way to dodge those Earthly troubles), and this info session
is required viewing. Tired of lush Mt Baw Baw? Embrace the endless shades
of Martian red. No more mosquitos, no more noisy corellas and no more
hayfever!
Ahead of the 'info-night' audio interviews with local
residents are recorded, investigating the pride, problems and shared
stories of the local community. These are edited and re-purposed using
puppetry and animation techniques and presented at the main public event
where two hilariously out-of-touch futurist developers will make their
impassioned pitch on why and how the community will be relocated to the
new Mars colony.
Join renowned storytellers Bunk Puppets for a
satirical information session laying out their daring escape plan from
Earth. Learn what’s coming along, (and who’s not).
Duration:
Approximately 60 minutes with no intermission
Book a free seat
of choice from the seat map below or show up on the day for general
admission.
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Tuesday 1 - Friday 4 October
Theatre 2
Tuesday 1 October 11:00am
& 3:00pm
Wednesday 2 October 3:00pm & 7:30pm
Thursday 3
October 3:00pm & 7:30pm
Friday 4 October 11:00am
One
is the Norse God of Thunder, Master of the Storm, Lord of the Living
Lightning, and heir to the throne of eternal Asgard. The other born of a
Frost Giant, but now the Norse God of Mischief. Yet they are brothers, and
together they are... The Mighty Thor and Loki.
In "Hammered: A
Thor and Loki Play," the Marvel Spotlight takes audiences on an
exhilarating and humorous journey through the tumultuous relationship
between two iconic Norse god brothers, Thor and Loki. Set against the
backdrop of the mystical realm of Asgard, this dynamic play explores the
complexities of sibling rivalry, redemption, and the true meaning of
heroism.
As the brothers navigate their way through a series of
comedic and perilous situations, they are forced to confront their
differences, misunderstandings, and the long-standing resentment that has
fueled their rivalry. Along the way, the brothers encounter a colourful
cast of characters from the Marvel universe, each adding their own unique
flavour to the narrative.
Duration: 50 minutes no intermission
Members:
$12
Full: $17
Concession: $12
Youth U/18: $12
Groups
10+: $12
Family of 4*: $53
*Family of 4 consisting of 2
adults and 2 children, or 1 adult and 3 children.
Babes in arms policy:
Infants under 2 free on the knee, no ticket required.
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 2
Saturday 5 October 10:30am
Breakdancing
Workshop
This workshop is being held at BE Performing Arts,
22 Normanby Street, Warragul Two internationally renowned breakdancers
facilitate this amazing dance workshop, teaching choreography, technique
and tricks in this explosive dance genre. Equally popular with boys and
girls, this action packed masterclass teaches the four main elements of
breakdancing - top rocks, footwork, freezes and power moves – and how to
link these together into fluent “sets”. Participants are actively
encouraged to incorporate their own original style and character in the
fun and supportive environment created by the 360 ALLSTARS breakdancers.
Recommended
for participants aged 10+
There is no cost for this workshop
but registrations are essential.
Duration: 1 hour
Youth For Christ (BE Performing Arts)
BE Performing Arts
Saturday 5 October 10:30am
BMX
Flatlanding Workshop
In this inspiring workshop attendees will
receive a step by step masterclass on how to execute BMX tricks from an
international champion rider. Participants will learn spinning, balancing,
and rolling tricks, as well as being tested on an obstacle course, and
shown the best techniques for falling to avoid injuries. This fun,
physical and hands on workshops is a fantastic opportunity for BMX riders
to learn from one of the world’s best flatlanders.
Participants
in this workshop need to bring their own BMX Bike AND Helmet.
Recommended
for participants aged 10+
There is no cost for this workshop
but registrations are essential.
Duration: 1 hour
West Gippsland Arts Centre
WGAC Rear Upper Carpark
Saturday 5 October 11:45am
Basketball
Freestyle Workshop
A fun, yet challenging workshop, local
basketballers will be taught a series of tricks from one of the world’s
top basketball freestylers. Participants will learn the various elements
of basketball freestyling – spinning moves, rolling moves, dribbling, and
juggling – as well as being shown how to connect these together with style
and flare. Promoting creativity, as well as honing hand-eye coordination,
this workshop is suitable for young enthusiasts, right through to advanced
ballers.
Participants in this workshop need to bring their own
basketball.
Recommended for participants aged 8+
There
is no cost for this workshop but registrations are essential.
Duration:
1 hour
West Gippsland Arts Centre
The Forecourt
Saturday 5 October 11:45am
Circus
Workshop
This workshop is being held at BE Performing Arts,
22 Normanby Street, Warragul This fantastic workshop offers local
youth the opportunity to learn several circus styles and disciplines,
including acro-balance, handstands, and juggling. Students will learn to
work and problem-solve as a team, as well as be taught correct form and
technique to execute all skills safely. Promoting co-ordination, focus,
and persistence in a fun and positive environment this workshop gives
attendees a wonderful insight in to the circus world, led by an
internationally renowned touring artist.
Recommended for
participants aged 5+
There is no cost for this workshop but
registrations are essential.
Duration: 1 hour
Youth For Christ (BE Performing Arts)
BE Performing Arts
Saturday 5 October 7:30pm
Sold
Out on Broadway
Sold Out in Edinburgh
Sold Out at the
Sydney Opera House
AND SOLD OUT at the West Gippsland Arts
Centre in 2023!
Seen by over 1 million people worldwide
BMX,
basketball, breakdancing, acrobatics, drumming and more, the international
smash hit returns!
A phenomenal physical performance exploring
all forms of rotation, 360 ALLSTARS connects the street with the
elite to deliver a supercharged urban circus. Boasting a stellar cast of
World Champion and World Record holding artists and athletes, 360
ALLSTARS is a spectacular fusion of the extraordinary artistry that
emerges from street culture.
Add to this a stunning live soundtrack
delivered by award winning musicians, coupled with spectacular video
projections, 360 ALLSTARS is as aurally exciting as it is visually
astounding.
A magnificent, colourful and astonishing expression of
a generation that has reinvented the circus, 360 ALLSTARS is a
revolutionary production that will leave you dizzy with excitement!
Don't
miss this chance to catch 360 ALLSTARS at West Gippsland Arts Centre. Get
your tickets before it sells out again!
Duration: Approximately
60 minutes with no intermission
Members: $50
Full:
$60
Concession: $55
Youth U/18: $25
Group
8+: $48
Family of 4: $140
*Family of 4 consisting of 2
adults and 2 children, or 1 adult and 3 children.
Babes in arms policy:
Infants under 2 free on the knee, no ticket required.
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Thursday 10 October - Sunday 13 October
Thursday 10 October 7.30pm
Friday
11 October 7.30pm
Saturday 12 October 1.30pm & 7.30pm
Sunday 13
October 1.30pm
Dubbed “the funniest farce ever
written”, Noises Off by Michael Frayn follows a theatre
company from their final chaotic rehearsal of the sex farce “Nothing On”
to their disastrous final performance. Filled with classic tropes like
slamming doors, affairs, and falling trousers, Noises Off is
side-splittingly funny.
Written in 1982, Noises Off quickly
gained popularity and has since become a favourite of theatre-goers across
the globe. In 1992 it appeared on the big screen, starring Carol Burnett,
Michael Caine, and Christopher Reeve.
Duration: 2 hours and 30
min including intermission
Members: $39.00
Full:
$45.00
Concession: $40.00
Youth U/18: $40.00
Groups
10+: $40.00
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 2
Monday 14 October 2:00pm
The
Royal Australian Navy big band from Melbourne is a dynamic ensemble
that specialises in performing jazz and big band music.
Comprising
talented musicians from around Australia, the big band demonstrates the
versatility and skill of its instrumentalists and vocalists while
performing repertoire from traditional swing and classic big band charts
to contemporary jazz and popular music arrangements. A major focus is
placed on featuring contemporary Australian compositions and arrangements,
particularly those of our own musicians.
For this performance, the
Royal Australian Navy Big Band will play a variety of instrumental music,
from classic swing numbers to contemporary compositions, some of which
were penned by members of the band. A vocalist will also join the Big Band
in what will be a memorable and swinging morning/afternoon of jazz.
Photo
taken by ABIS Bonny Gassner
Duration: Approximately 1 hour
no intermission
All Tickets: $10
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Tuesday 15 October 6:45pm
Presented
by Longwarry Primary School
Once upon a time, the Magic Mirror gave
our heroes Brandon T and his sidekick Brandon L a message. The Brandon’s
must save Fantasyland!
The evil Orica accompanied by her rapping
accomplice, Groova has threatened to destroy all the best-loved fairytale
characters including Snow White, The Three Little Pigs, The Three Blind
Mice, Little Red Riding Hood, Goldilocks and the Three Bears! The
Branson’s Quest… collect coloured objects from fairytales to form a
rainbow, which will save Fantasyland. Fun and games follow as the
fairytale creatures are astounded to encounter the Brandon’s as they burst
into their Fairytale lives.
Can Brandon’s complete the Quest? Or
does Orica destroy the fun of childhood forever?
Duration: TBC
Full:
$18
Concession: $18
Youth U/18: $13
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Wednesday 16 October 7:30pm
You
asked for it, we're back! Encore Tour October 2024!
Multi
Award winner Dave Gleeson (The Screaming Jets/The Angels) will join
forces with Aria Hall of Famer and multi-award winner Russell Morris
and music giants Jack Jones (Southern Sons), Rai Thistlethwayte
(Thirsty Merc/Joe Satriani/Sammy Hagar) performing their biggest hits for
what promises to be an extraordinary evening of music.
Appearing as The
Fabulous Caprettos performing together on stage for the entire concert
combining their unique musical virtuosities and stage presence to
reimagine some of Australian rock music history’s most memorable moments
from the 60s to the present day plus new songs & surprises.
Hear
iconic songs from The Screaming Jets “Better”, Russell
Morris’ spirit of the 60s anthem "The Real Thing",
Southern Sons' “Hold Me in Your Arms”, and Thirsty
Merc's “In The Summertime”.
Duration: 2 hours
and 30 minutes including intermission
Members: $69
Full:
$74
Concession: $69
Youth U/18: $74
Groups
10+: $69
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Friday 18 October 11:00am
Star
Australian tenor Roy Best has always had a love of Broadway and in this
new production, he gets to sing all the classic hit songs from the classic
hit musicals and some of his favourite composers.
Roy has performed
as a guest soloist with the Australian Pops Orchestra and has recorded for
ABC Classics. Broadway Bound will feature songs by Rodgers and
Hammerstein, Andrew Lloyd Webber, Lerner & Lowe, Cole Porter, Leonard
Bernstein, and others, as well as hits from musicals including Phantom,
Les Miserables, and Cats, to name a few.
Roy Best will
be joined on stage by international soprano Ali Jones and narrated by
Christopher McKenna with William Schmidt on piano. If there is a Broadway
show or song you love or sing around the house… It’s probably in this show!
Duration:
Approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Member: $10
Full:
$20
Concession: $17
Group 8+: $15
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Friday 18 October 7:30pm
Theatre
2
The Trash Queen of Cabaret, Tash York, is determined
to find out what makes us happy. Is it finishing that 3rd bottle of wine?
Staying up until 3am because you don’t want the night to end? Buying yet
another cat? (She has 3 already you know…)
After two years
lost to the global panini, Tash York’s Happy Hour is set to
thrill you even more than a half-price wine list. Tash unapologetically
drinks a pool of wine, practices self-care, slays her insecurities, and
makes the effort to make sure everyone leaves their troubles at the door.
Backed by her boozy music makers and backing singers The Red Red Wines
(Peppy Smears & Vivian Fonteyn) expect powerful three-part harmonies,
hilarious true stories, improvised numbers and of course Australia’s
favourite game - Goon of Fortune!
Don’t let the makeup, wigs and
costumes fool you; Tash York is as bogan as they come. Celebrated with
countless awards and glowing reviews, Happy Hour combines Drag and
Cabaret in a way unlike any other - Think Meow Meow meets Bianca Del Rio
but on a budget! Your Hostess with the Mostess (wine) Tash York is a
multi-award winning cabaret artist who has been touring the world with her
hit solo shows and is also celebrated Emcee of The After Hours Cabaret
Club, The Australian Burlesque Festival and Briefs: Sweatshop.
Choose
either theatre seating or table seating.
Members: $35
Full: $50
Concession:
$45
Youth U/18: $15
Group 4+: $35
Duration:
Approximately 80 minutes including intermission.
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 2
Thursday 24 October 6:00pm
Expressions
Festival
My Happy Place: Self Expression as a young person in 2024.
Immerse
yourself in a world of creativity at the Expressions Festival! This event
showcases the self-expression of young people in 2024 through theatre,
film, music, visual art, photography, poetry, and more. The theme
encourages artists to share their unique interpretations of joy, comfort,
and belonging. Experience gripping performances and breathtaking visual
displays, all spotlighting the incredible talents of our local youth. This
festival is more than an arts event—it's a movement for youth empowerment
and expression. Don't miss your chance to be part of something truly
extraordinary!
Register your attendance now!
Pricing:
Attendance at the Expressions Festival is free however a gold coin
donation will be requested on the night to be donated to The Corey Maric
Youth Support Foundation.
Duration: TBC
This is a
free event however bookings are required.
If wheelchair or accessible
seating is required, please contact the Box Office.
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Friday 25 October 7:30pm
Australia’s
legendary musical treasure has announced that she will tour Australia in
2024 performing her ‘Still Shining’ album concert
repertoire. This two-and-a-half-hour musical showcase is a celebration of Marcia’s
career and will feature every charting song from her vast repertoire,
commencing with ‘Fire and Rain’ through to the
discotheque era and to 2023 with the greatest hits album and ‘The
Gospel According to Marcia’.
Marcia has returned to the
judging panel for the 2024 season of Australian Idol on the Seven
Network and is currently touring Australia in the hit stage production Grease
the Musical.
Marcia’s love affair with Australian audiences
continues in 2024. Having sold over three million copies of her 23 albums,
been inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame in 2007 and awarded the Order of
Australia (AM) in 2009 for her services to the Australian entertainment
industry, a Marcia Hines concert is a celebration of her journey, the
highs, the lows and the extraordinary relationship she has with Australian
audiences.
Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes inclusive of a 20
minute intermission
Members: $70.00
Full: $75.00
Concession:
$70.00
Youth U/18: $75.00
Group 10+: $70.00
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Saturday 26 October 8:00pm
From
the producers of Prada Clutch’s: All-Drag Revue comes Les
Divas: An All-Male Revue.
Australia’s six-foot-something
songstress Prada Clutch plays the Goddess of Pop; Cher in her new
show set on the Las Vegas Strip featuring an all-star line-up of her most
famous friends.
This all-male revue includes some of the world’s
greatest divas including: Barbara Streisand, Shirley Bassey, Tina
Turner, Mariah Carey, Beyoncé, Whitney Houston, Celine Dion, Diana Ross
& of course – Cher! Relive their greatest hits including: 'If
I Could Turn Back Time', 'Get The Party Started', 'Proud Mary', 'I Will
Always Love You' & 'I'm Coming Out'.
The show is
headlined by Prada Clutch; one of Australia's most in-demand live-singing
drag queens. Prada has headlined stage shows across Australia, playing
both major cities & regional towns. Witness the greatest divas being
impersonated like never before as they tour Australia.
"[Prada
is] not your typical drag performer... she's a show stopping, live-singing
entertainer, with a whole lot of class!" - Glenn Frey, The Eagles
Duration:
2 hours and 10 minutes including an intermission
Members:
$66.50
Full: $71.50
Concession: $67.50
Youth
U/18: $67.50
Groups 10+: $65.50
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Sunday 27 October 6:00pm
100%
Fun. 100% African. 100% Joy.
Cirque Africa is produced and
directed by ‘Papa Africa’ aka Winston Ruddle, the director who brought us
the HIT BROADWAY SHOW CIRQUE MOTHER AFRICA. Cirque Africa is coming to
Australia in 2024 with a brand new show featuring the very best talent
from across Africa.
Audiences will be fully immersed in traditional
African culture while witnessing a hand-picked world-renowned African
troupe. Ranging from acrobats to dancers, musicians to contortionists
masterfully performing in this energetic two-hour spectacle.
Rhythmic,
colourful, energetic and awe-inspiring.
Cirque Africa artists have
performed for over 2 million people worldwide and are guaranteed to
captivate audiences young and old by combining the best of contortion,
acrobatics, traditional dance, live music, pan spinning, hand balancing
and so much more.
“Extraordinary talent. The performers bring so
much energy and joy to the crowd” - Glam Adelaide
“Cirque
Africa is fresh, funky, bold, fun and challenges your imagination like no
other show.” - Broadway World
You won’t want to miss this
uniquely vibrant performance. SIMPLY NOT TO BE MISSED BOOK NOW!
www.cirque.africa
- "Watch a preview of Cirque Africa on YouTube."
2
hours including intermission
Full: $89.90
Concession:
$84.90
Youth U18: $79.90
Group 10+: $80.00
Family of 4*:
$320.00
*Family of 4 consisting of 2 adults and 2 children, or 1
adult and 3 children.
Babes in arms policy: Infants under 2 free on the
knee, no ticket required.
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Friday 1 November 8:00pm
Presented
by MG Live & Frontier Touring
The Trauma Dump Tour goes
regional!
MG Live and Frontier Touring are thrilled to
announce Australia’s much-loved topical podcaster, TV star, entrepreneur
and chronic over-sharer Abbie Chatfield, is returning to the stage
in 2024 as she brings The Trauma Dump Tour to thirteen regional
venues across Australia this October and November.
Following a
sell-out metropolitan run in 2023, Abbie will take The Trauma Dump Tour
to Hobart, Canberra, Thirroul, Caloundra, Gold Coast, Warragul, Geelong,
Ballarat, Bendigo, Newcastle, Port Macquarie, Cairns and Darwin.
Frontier
Members will be able to access presale tickets from 12pm local time on
Friday 2 August (24 hours) ahead of tickets going on sale from 12pm local
time Monday 5 August. Tickets via frontiertouring.com/abbiechatfield
The
Trauma Dump Tour in 2023 saw Abbie bring her raw and unfiltered self
to stages across the country, with fans and critics commending the star
for putting on what was deemed the most relatable live show of the year
with The West Australian saying Abbie’s ‘vulnerability and
hilarious insight’ made for an unforgettable show.'
‘The
Trauma Dump Tour is an emotional rollercoaster for Chatfield and her fans
alike, but it’s safe to say we’re all glad we jumped onboard.’
– TimeOut
‘Chatfield once again proved her power to
turn life’s lemons into comedic lemonade, leaving us eager for the next
instalment of this entertaining trauma fest.’ – The
Courier Mail
‘Chatfield is a great storyteller, again
without sticking to the mould of what people think a great storyteller
should be like.’ – Glam Adelaide
Duration:
Approximately 2 hours including intermission.
Hot Seat
Package: $109.90* SOLD OUT
*Includes 1 Reserved seat in the first
11 rows, 1 x Exclusive Tour Merchandise Item
Hot
Seat Package Terms & Conditions
A Reserve: $79.90
Licensed
All Ages* - *Show is recommended for audiences 16+ due to content.
All
patrons attending this event (including minors/babies) must have a valid
full price ticket for entry.
IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION
*
Any updates to the TERMS OF SALE moving forward will get updated HERE!
PRESALE TICKET LIMIT: There is a strict presale limit
of four (4) tickets per customer on this event. Persons who exceed the
ticket limit may have any or all of their orders and tickets cancelled
without notice. This includes orders associated with the same name, e-mail
address, billing address, credit card number or other information.
GP
TICKET LIMIT: There is a strict limit of ten (10) tickets per customer
on this event. Persons who exceed the ticket limit may have any or all of
their orders and tickets cancelled without notice. This includes orders
associated with the same name, e-mail address, billing address, credit
card number or other information.
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Thur 7 - Fri 8 Nov
Thursday 7 November 6:00pm
Friday 8 November
10:00am
CDP presents Tall Stories' production of The
Gruffalo based on the award-winning picture book by Julia Donaldson &
Axel Scheffler.
Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep,
dark wood in this magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book.
Searching for hazelnuts, Mouse meets the cunning Fox, the eccentric old
Owl and the party-mad Snake.
Will the story of the terrifying
Gruffalo save Mouse from ending up as dinner for these hungry woodland
creatures? After all, there’s no such thing as a Gruffalo – is there?
Songs,
laughs and scary fun for children aged 3+ and their grown-ups!
Duration:
Approximately 55 minutes with no intermission
Member: $15
Full:
$25
Concession: $23
Youth U/18: $15
Family
of 4*: $60
*Family of 4 consisting of 2 adults and 2
children, or 1 adult and 3 children.
Babes in arms policy: Infants
under 2 free on the knee, no ticket required.
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Sunday 10 November 2:00pm
Gippsland
Symphony Orchestra presents SYMPHONIC MASTERS at the West Gippsland
Arts Centre.
Serge Prokofiev – Selections from Romeo and Juliet
Suite 1 & 2
Sergei Prokofiev's Romeo and Juliet is a
ballet composed in 1935-1936 based on William Shakespeare's play of the
same name. Prokofiev also arranged three orchestral suites and a set of
ten piano pieces from the music for the ballet. The GSO has selected from
suites 1 and 2 for this performance: Montagues and Capulets, Madrigal,
Minuet, Masks, Death of Tybalt, Friar Laurence, and Romeo at Juliet's
Tomb. Prokofiev’s suites are some of the most memorable and dramatic
moments from the ballet, capturing the essence of his powerful and
evocative compositional style. The suites are often performed in concert
and have become popular pieces in the orchestral repertoire.
Claude
Debussy – Rhapsody for Saxophone and Orchestra – soloist Niels Bijl
In
1901 American saxophonist Elise Hall had requested Claude Debussy to
compose a piece for the saxophone, however, he didn’t take the commission
seriously and looked scornfully on the abilities of Hall as a saxophonist
and as such did not work on the commission for some time. Hall made many
trips to Paris to meet with Debussy and he eventually began to work on the
piece and sent the score for saxophone and piano to Hall in 1911. It was
subsequently arranged for orchestra by Jean Roger-Ducasse in 1919.
Johannes
Brahms – Symphony No. 4
Johannes Brahms' Symphony No. 4,
Op. 98, is a monumental work in the symphonic repertoire, composed in
1884-1885. This highly regarded symphony explores emotional depth,
structural coherence, and symphonic innovation, making it a cornerstone of
Romantic symphonic repertoire. After its premiere performance, the
symphony received mixed reviews. Listeners were challenged by the dense,
rich textural colours and the complexity of its structures. It is now
viewed as the work of a genius and rightly celebrated as one of the great
symphonic achievements, a work that combines romantic intellectualism and
emotional expressionism. The fourth symphony by Brahms places him in the
vanguard of symphonic composers, a rightful heir to Beethoven’s crown.
Duration:
1 hour and 50 minute including intermission
Members: $20
Full:
$25
Concession: $20
Youth U/18: $15
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Friday 15 November 7:30pm
Music
Legends presents The Billy Joel Story.
The timeless music of
the great Billy Joel, performed live by James van Cuylenburg and his 'Big
Shot' band. Enjoy singing along to over 2 hours of Billy's greatest tunes,
including 'Piano Man', 'Uptown Girl', 'She's Always a Woman', and
many more!
All the songs you love faithfully recreated, with energy
and fun for all!
Duration: 2 hours and 20 minutes including
intermission
Members: $60
Full: $65
Concession:
$60
Youth U/18: $55
Group 10+: $60
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Saturday 16 November 7:30pm
Never
Mind the Buzzers, Here’s RocKwiz LIVE! The RocKwiz gang
is back on the road, coming to a theatre near you. Julia, Brian, Dugald
and the RocKwiz OrKestra will be revelling in the chaos and quizzery of RocKwiz
LIVE.
If you've seen a RocKwiz LIVE show you know what
we mean. If you haven’t, buckle up for a fantastic night of musical and
comedic treats.
Every show begins with Brian's contestant selection
process, with audience members demonstrating their rock knowledge.
Contestants with the highest scores sit alongside guest musicians for a
magical night of music and trivia.
Don’t miss this fabulous night!
“The
laughs are huge. The music is magnificent. The hosts marvellous. And the
contestants a delight. It’s the kind of experience that makes you feel
good from the inside out”. - Julia Hosking, Seesa
“The
RocKwiz band is exceptional, providing flawless backup to the special
guests who performed.” - Doug Phillips, Glam Adelaide
Duration:
Approximately 3 hours including intemission
Full: $102.50
Concession:
$97.50
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Sunday 17 November 2:30pm
An
Enchanting Christmas Ballet Treat!
The Nutcracker Ballet
is a time-less, world famous traditional classical ballet Christmas treat!
Adventurous, exciting, enchanting and simply a pure delight of the festive
season!
Join Clara at her Christmas party, as she ventures into her
Nutcracker prince's magical land. Delight at the famous sugar plum fairy
pas de deux, breathtaking snow scenes, a beautiful Christmas tree and
party surprises. This delightful and powerful ballet will enchant children
and grown-ups alike. A rich display of mesmerising classical ballet
performed by stars of the Victorian State Ballet.
The Nutcracker is
a feast of outstanding classical ballet skill that continues to bring joy
throughout the ages to all who see it. The story is also told through its
breathtaking musical score by Tchaikovsky. Don’t miss out on experiencing
this enchanting classical ballet tale!
Duration: 2 hours and 15
minutes including intermission
Members: $49
Full:
$69
Concession: $59
Youth U/18: $49
Groups
10+: $49
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Friday 22 November 11:00am
Get ready to experience the
electrifying musical landscape of Ray Charles, Fats Domino, Little
Richard, and Jerry Lee Lewis in an electrifying piano-pounding
performance that takes you on a journey back to the rockin' 1950s, a
decade that witnessed the rise of these musical giants who revolutionised
popular music.
Along with a killer world-class band, award-winning
boogie-woogie virtuoso, Damon Smith, will showcase the life and music of
these iconic piano legends, capturing Ray's soulful charm, Fats' genius,
Little Richard's flamboyance, and Jerry Lee's sheer power, all in one
mesmerising live show.
With every piano key pressed, the audience
will witness the beating heart of rock 'n' roll history with a plethora of
red-hot classics along with a narrative filled with stories and
side-splitting anecdotes that add depth and help create a truly unique
show.
In this celebration of incredible rock and roll and blues &
roots music, you’ll hear stunning renditions of songs like Hallelujah,
I Love Her So, What'd I Say, Georgia On My Mind, Hit The Road Jack,
Blueberry Hill, Ain't That A Shame, Walking To New Orleans, Kansas City,
Long Tall Sally, Good Golly Miss Molly, Lucille, Great Balls Of Fire ,
Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On, When The Saints Go Marching In, and many
more, all weaved throughout a historically informative and thoroughly
entertaining narrative that tells the story of these great pioneers of
popular music of the 20th century!
Duration: Approximately 1
hour and 15 minutes
Member: $10
Full: $20
Concession:
$17
Group 8+: $15
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Friday 29 November 7:30pm
Elvis
Presley is a legend. Of that, there is no doubt.
Mark Anthony,
Australia’s premier Elvis tribute artist, is himself a legendary artist.
With his international-class band, Mark Anthony’s performances as Elvis
are always sold out, earning him the status of Australia’s number-one
Elvis tribute artist. Mark is also recognised by Elvis Presley Enterprises
and Graceland USA, as one of the top professional tribute artists in the
world today. Mark’s tribute to Elvis is flawless - in music, mood, and
movement. Like a well-trained and gifted actor, Mark ‘becomes’ Elvis in a
mysterious, magical way that is difficult to describe. Simply, you have to
experience it for yourself.
This new show, “Elvis – A Legendary
Performer” is the story of Elvis’ magnificent Comeback Special
in 1968 and the triumphant performances that followed in the 1970s. These
were the performances in which Elvis shook off the shackles of cinematic
mediocrity and reclaimed his position as the ultimate performer of the age.
Mark’s
performances of these timeless songs, backed by his world-class band, are
indistinguishable from the originals: abundantly energetic, meticulously
orchestrated, and brilliantly performed. You will leave the theatre
mesmerised - wondering what it was that just happened.
It does not
– cannot - get any better than this! Watch a preview of Elvis The
Legendary Performer on YouTube.
Duration:
2 hours and 30 minutes including intermission.
Member: $69.90
Full:
$79.90
Concession: $74.90
Youth U/18: $39.90
Group
10+: $69.90
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Thursday 5 December 7:30pm
With
an astonishing 50 stage productions combined, world-class and leading
artists, MARINA PRIOR & MICHAEL CORMICK unite for their first
full-length tour titled ‘CENTRESTAGE’.
Having
been friends for decades, first performing together in the production of
CATS in 1986, it’s now time they take their remarkable voices and
stagecraft on tour around the country. Touring Metro and Regional cities,
in a 2-hour show, accompanied by renowned pianist Andrew Ross (Barry
Humphries, Dame Edna, Moulin Rouge, Miss Saigon), Marina & Michael will
perform songs from their hit musicals (Cats, Les Miserables, Phantom of
the Opera, West Side Story, Grease, Sunset Boulevard, La Cage aux Folles,
Rocky Horror, Jesus Christ Superstar to name just a few). There’ll be
gorgeous duets, iconic show tunes plus their own personal and crowd
favourites. The onstage chemistry is captivating.
Come on a musical
journey!
Duration: 2 hours including intermission
Members:
$72.95
Full: $79.95
Concession: $74.95
Youth
U/18: $44.95
Group 10+: $74.95
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Friday 6 December 11:00am
Santa’s
slapping on the sunblock and squeezing into a pair of board shorts! Is
that a six pack of wallabies pulling the sleigh? Pass the aeroguard and
help yourself to another plate of Nanna’s famous trifle - it’s going to be A
Very Aussie Christmas!
Two of Australian musical theatre's
favourite funny ladies Melissa Langton and Susan Ann Walker join forces to
fire up the BBQ, pour the custard on the plum pudding and lead some
Yuletide singalongs around the old ‘goanna’. Fancy a nice pair of socks? A
novelty fly swatter? Yet another copy of Michael Buble’s Christmas CD?
There’ll be Aussie Christmas gifts up for grabs for those who come
prepared to share a classic Christmas Cracker joke!
Of course,
we’ll still be decorating the tree and singing Silent Night
and Away in a Manger - but songs about snow are definitely a no go!
A heart-warming celebration of all the great Aussie Christmas traditions
new and old!
Duration: Approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Member:
$10
Full: $20
Concession: $17
Group 8+: $15
Please
be advised that although Sally Bourne was initially advertised to star in
'A Very Aussie Christmas,' Melissa Langton has now taken over the role.
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Friday 6 December 7:30pm
Handel’s
greatest oratorio celebration is still as potent today as it was at its
premiere more than 280 years ago. Inspiring joy and wonder from both
first-time listeners and those who've made it a yearly tradition, Messiah
will have you singing 'Hallelujah!' all the way home.
Featuring:
Melbourne
Symphony Orchestra
Erin Helyard* director
Stacey Alleaume soprano
Helen
Sherman alto
Michael Petrucelli tenor
David Greco bass
MSO Chorus
West
Gippsland Chorale
Warren Trevelyan-Jones chorus director
*MSO
Artist in Residence
Program:
Handel's Messiah
MSO’s
regional touring program is supported by Creative Victoria, Freemasons
Foundation Victoria, the Robert Salzer Foundation, and the Angior Family
Foundation.
Duration: 2 hours including intermission
Members:
$40
Full: $50
Concession: $45
Youth U/18: $15
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Tuesday 18 February 7:30pm
Australia’s
world-renowned entertainer and International Magician of the Year, Cosentino,
is returning to perform his brand new, 90-minute live show ‘Decennium'.
This greatest hits production will be one of the must-see shows of 2025!
Join
Cosentino as he performs death-defying escapes that will thrill your
senses, mind-boggling stage illusions and cutting-edge street magic that
twists your view of reality.
His trademark blend of dance and magic
with a touch of hilarious audience participation will take you on a
journey that will captivate fans, new and old, until the very last
mind-bending moment. Now recognised as Australia’s most successful
magician, Cosentino has spent the last four years touring to packed houses
and rave reviews around the world, while his prime-time TV specials have
now been seen by over 100 million people across the globe.
www.cosentino.com.au
Watch
an exciting preview of Cosentino's Decennium 'The Greatest Hits Tour' on YouTube.
Duration:
2 hours including an intermission
Full: $95.00
Child
(5-16yrs): $77.60
Family of 4*: $332.00
*Family of 4
consists of 2 adults and 2 children (5-16yrs)
**Strictly no
babes or children under the age of 5 years
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Friday 21 February 8:00pm
Iconic
star of stage and screen John Waters celebrates the songs of the British
Pop Invasion that changed modern music forever. The newest show from
John Waters, featuring Stewart D’Arrietta and the Chartbusters presents an
era of music that remains in the cellular memory of fans over generations.
From
the evocative strains of Where Do You Go to My Lovely, the
memory-dredging Waterloo Sunset and To Love Somebody, to the
infectious grooves of Itchycoo Park and the anthemic My
Generation, Waters and his band reprise and reinvent the classic hits.
When
commercial radio licences were not available in the 1960s UK, pop and rock
music was broadcast from Luxembourg, a clever move by the British record
industry to circumnavigate the laws of the day. With his six-piece band
and singers in brilliant voice, Waters recounts this loophole, anecdotes
and moving memories of the era, taking the audience through the time
continuum to songs that resound over decades.
The Beatles exploded
onto the scene followed by so many more, and the British Invasion truly
began, including The Moody Blues, The Kinks, The Who, and scores of
others. Their legendary songs live on stage as Radio Luxembourg are
a stirring and enjoyable experience. It’s impossible to keep still!
Book
NOW to secure your tickets to this special new show!
Duration: 2
hours and 10 minutes including an intermission.
All Tickets:
$69.90
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Saturday 1 March 8:00pm
Celebrate
50 years of ABBA's iconic victory with Bjorn Again's Waterloo
Anniversary Tour!
Experience the magic of the Swedish
superstars as the world's premier ABBA tribute band takes you on a journey
through their timeless hits. From "Waterloo" to "Dancing Queen," immerse
yourself in the unforgettable melodies and infectious energy that defined
an era.
With spot-on performances, dazzling costumes, and an
authentic tribute to ABBA's glory, this show promises an evening of pure
joy and nostalgia.
Don't miss the chance to dance and sing along to
the tunes that have become the soundtrack of generations!
Duration:
2 hours and 30 minutes including an intermission.
Members:
$72
Full: $79
Concession: $75
Youth U/18: $75
Groups
10+: $75
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Friday 7 March 2025 at 8:00pm
Bootleg
Melancholy Album Tour 2024 proudly presented by New World Artists.
To
know DIESEL is to know the world of music. Whether it's blues,
rock, soul, or pop, his unique blend is a culmination of the genre-defying
Australian music scene, his American roots, and his father's jazz and R&B
record collection. Every night, his performances travel to wherever the
music takes him.
Enter the BOOTLEG MELANCHOLY ALBUM TOUR , a
series of select theatre shows showcasing tracks from his ARIA
chart-topping album, BOOTLEG MELANCHOLY. This tour is shaping up to
be a tour de force, spanning over three decades of music and featuring
hits from his recent greatest hits collection, DIESEL 30.
"I
can’t remember the last time I’ve been so excited to take an album on the
road. It’s always a thrill to see how the new songs 'play' among the
family of known and loved songs. The mix of band shows and select solo
performances gives me the huge scope needed at this stage in my career.
With 17 albums in tow, the task of fitting everything in is one I’ll never
begrudge!"-DIESEL
Get ready to experience a musical
journey like no other with DIESEL on his BOOTLEG MELANCHOLY
ALBUM TOUR.
Duration: 2 hours and 15 minutes
including intermission.
VIP: $174 includes Meet & Greet and
premium seating
A Reserve: $102
B Reserve: $91
C Reserve: $81
DIESEL
VIP MEET & GREET PACKAGE (duration: 15 mins)
Inclusions:
-
Premium seating within front rows
- VIP souvenir laminate (to be
collected from the box office on arrival)
- Meet & greet with Diesel
shortly after the show
Strictly limited to 20 persons.
Only official
merchandise will be signed by Diesel (available for purchase on the night
or bring in your favourite vintage item!)
Please remain in your seat
after the show until you are met by a staff member.
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Friday 14 March 8:00pm
RELIVE
THE MAGIC! SOUTHERN SONS 35th ANNIVERSARY TOUR!
Get ready to
step back in time with Southern Sons, one of Australia's most beloved
bands of the '80s and '90s! Join us as we celebrate 35 years of
unforgettable music and timeless hits like "Heart in Danger", "Hold Me in
Your Arms", “Always And Ever”, “You Were There”, and “Lead Me To Water”
LIVE!
Duration: 105 minutes no intermission
All
Tickets: $79
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Saturday 15 March 8:00pm
It
is unlikely that the two powerhouse voices of the 20th century would have
ever shared the same stage… until now! Two great artists paying homage to
their songs, their characters and their legacy… singing the most memorable
music ever written.
Two of our brightest stars, Australia’s Got
Talent runner-up Greg Gould and the acclaimed songstress Cosima
De Vito perform the magic of Frank Sinatra and Barbra
Streisand as they share some of the legendary singers’ greatest hits
including 'My Way', 'Come Fly with Me', 'New York New York', 'The Way You
Look Tonight', 'Woman in Love', 'The Way We Were', 'Somewhere' and 'Don’t
Rain on My Parade'.
“The Perfect Pair” also sing many heartfelt
duets including 'All the Way', 'I Finally Found Someone', 'Something
Stupid' & the show-stopping 'Enough Is Enough'. Frank Sinatra and Barbra
Streisand epitomise the '60s and '70s and beyond, such great eras of
music, show-stopping arrangements, timeless songs and two of the greatest
voices of all time…
This “Two Shows! One Concert” event will
most certainly keep a smile on your face whilst you sing along to every
song during an unforgettable evening of nostalgia.
Join Greg Gould,
Cosima De Vito and their incredible band of Australia’s finest musicians
in this wonderful evening of world-class entertainment.
Duration:
2 hours and 20 minutes including an intermission
Members: $54
Full:
$64
Concession: $54
Youth U/18: $54
Groups
10+: $54
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1
Friday 16 May 7:30pm
Immerse
yourself in an unforgettable night of pure entertainment with Get
Rhythm! Australia's most authentic Johnny Cash & June Carter
Show!
From the lead's looks to their vocals, with a stellar
line-up, visual display, and the songs made famous by Johnny Cash and June
Carter, such as, 'Folsom Prison Blues', 'Walk the Line', 'Ring of Fire',
and famous duets 'Jackson' and 'Long-Legged Guitar Pickin' Man'.
Music
that is timeless and never goes out of style!
Duration: 2 hours
and 15 minutes including an intermission.
Members: $62.90
Full:
$69.90
Concession: $64.90
Youth U/18: $49.90
Group
10+: $62.90
West Gippsland Arts Centre
Theatre 1