DANTES’ UPCOMING EVENTS FOR MAY 2008
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3rd May – Tarot Cafe
Would you like your tarot read? Today’s the day! Spend an afternoon at the Tarot Café learning about life, love and the future. The Café also features a ‘Teaching the Teachers’ workshop. Bring a deck if you have one and exchange or practise readings with other enthusiasts after the presentation. Come along at 1pm or alternatively contact Jean-Michael David by email: jmd@aeclectic.net for more info. From 12pm onwards.
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5th May – Magic Monday
An enchanted evening of entertainment and breathtaking magic. Magic Monday is a very popular Dante’s institution that is not to be missed! Perfect for adults and kids alike., come along and discover what all the fuss is about. On the first Monday of every month. Doors open at 7pm. Tickets $10 and kids half price. For theatre bookings phone 9682 0153 – bookings highly recommended.
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6th May – Maybe Baby
A friendly formal night for anyone considering forming a rainbow family. From 7pm, no need to book. Any enquiries call 0414 440 312 or contact www.maybebaby.org.au
6th May – Gallery Opening
‘Moments in Music’ – A debut photographic exhibition by Lee Koumarianos
A pictorial journey showcasing live Australian music with an emphasis on blues and roots. Images include Chris Wilson, Kerri Simpson, Chain, Daddy Cool, Kasey Chambers & over 40 others…Opening from 6 – 9pm… Exhibition runs until 18th May.
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9th – 11th May – The Courthouse Youth Arts Centre in conjunction with Mechanical Toothpick presents ‘Stained’
What happens when the person in the image no longer exists? ‘Stained’ is a chilling exploration of social disconnection, violence and suburbia in the 21st Century… Performance starts 8pm, Tickets $15/10. Written by Chris Muir and directed by Kylie Gral. Play suitable for over 18 years only.
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13th May – Theology at the Pub
Come and listen to guest speakers on a variety of theology-related topics in a relaxed environment. From 6pm onwards, meals and drinks available.
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19th May – Crash Test Theatre
A local drama series where new works by Melbourne’s playwrights, are crash tested by our own exceptional local talent. Tickets $10
***Interested writers, directors and actors contact Harry Paternoster by email: harrytheox@hotmail.com or by phone: 0401 072 527
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28th May – Crash Test Theatre – Miss Jane’s Script Tease
A special night of ultra-relaxed readings of new short plays. No door charge. A great informal evening where everyone will have a chance to read and participate. All enquires contact Harry Paternoster by email: harrytheox@hotmail.com or by phone: 0401 072 527
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May 30th – June 3rd – Melbourne University student performance event
Come and see Melbourne University arts students perform their written works upstairs at Dantes. For more information please email Alison Bicknell at bicknell@unimelb.edu.au. Performances start at 7pm nightly
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31st – Louisa Hunter 16th Century Music Recital
11am – Rosemary Hodgson & Julie Nihill
Past Echoes present an afternoon of 16th century music as part of the Past Echoes Autumn Music Festival, showcasing Australia's finest musicians in a program of chamber music spanning the centuries. From solo recitals to chamber orchestras this festival is sure to energies, inspire and entertain all who attend. We invite you to share with us the joy of chamber music in all its form. Performance starts at 11am. For bookings and enquires please email Louisa at louisa@pastechoes.com.
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COMING UP IN JUNE
Venture Capital present ‘Love and Understanding’ by Joe Penhall
Venture Capital Theatre, a new and exciting venture into independent theatre present their debut show - A witty and at times devastating play; a black comedy by a powerful and acclaimed contemporary writer. Season runs from the 1st – 21st June. Enquires to info@venturecapitaltheatre.com
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