Symphony of the Passion
An original composition by Ken Stott and conducted by Angus Christie
The concert includes a recital in the first half by celebrated International Harpist Vanessa McKeand and Sopranos Anita Senior, Louise Keast and Christine Heald.
Virtuoso harp-player, Vanessa McKeand has performed all over the world, and her colourful background includes performing on Arabian dhows on the Indian Ocean while resident harpist to the Sultan of Oman. The winner of numerous awards and prizes, Vanessa records for Virgin Records, including a CD with the Allegri String Quartet, and French Music with the English Chamber Orchestra. In the first half of the concert Vanessa will play solo works, before being joined by Warrnambool soprano Louise Keast and Ballarat Soprano Christine Heald for some opera arias and the popular Flower Duet from Lakme.
The second half will feature the major work, Symphony of the Passion, by Warrnambool composer Ken Stott. The composition outlines the passion of Christ in four movements, and features harp, three sopranos and full symphony orchestra.
The Hamilton performance is at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church and tickets will be available at the door if not sold out prior.
Can't make the Hamilton performance? There is also a concert in Warrnambool at the Anglican Church at 2.30pm on Sunday 7 April. Warrnambool tickets available at Collins Booksellers, Dale Cleves Music, Christ Church Office or at the door.
For more information please call: 03 5562 4059 or WSO website
This year audiences have the chance to witness World Champion Irish dancers direct from the West End’s Lord of the Dance, as A TASTE OF IRELAND – THE IRISH MUSIC AND DANCE SENSATION tours Australia wide telling the tale of the world’s most loved nation in one incredible live performance.
Told through Irish music and dance, A TASTE OF IRELAND explores magical tales spanning generations of Irish storytelling and culture. This world class show features World, All Ireland & National Champion Irish dancers, and musicians from around the globe performing unique music and dance that reflects pure Irish talent.
Melodic Celtic accordion, alongside raw and rhythmic guitar and banjo, complimented with heart felt sound of the traditional tin whistle, the tunes are Munster born & Dublin raised. Impressive dancing rarely seen outside of the World Championship stage, "A Taste of Ireland" was composed and choreographed in Dublin and is quickly on its way to becoming the new frontier in Irish entertainment.
Created and produced by Pace Entertainment Group, the show will transport the audience to a time and place where tunes, taps and tradition showcase the very essence of celebrating the Irish spirit.
STARRING – CEILI MOORE and BRENT PACE
CEILI MOORE performed the lead role opposite Michael Flatley in “Lord Of The Dance” on tour throughout Australia, New Zealand, Asia, Europe, South Africa and London’s West End Palladium Theatre. Her other dancing highlights include the Graham Norton Show, BBC Proms In The Park, Dancing Down Under and The Wiggles videos. Ceili has returned to Australia and teamed up with her partner, Choreographer and Producer BRENT PACE to perform in A Taste of Ireland. Brent was the Lead Principal in "Gaelforce Dance" and "Rhythms of Ireland”. is a World Medallist and six Time National Champion.
A Taste of Ireland - web link
‘Lovingly lampoons wine snobbery.’ ★★★★ – Artshub
Ever wondered what wine goes best with Fairy Bread? Why hasn’t the ‘Champagne Spider’ caught on? These questions and many more will be inadequately answered by the self-styled sommeliers of comedy, Damian Callinan and Paul Calleja.
After intoxicating sold out audiences across the country, The Wine Bluffs are here to do what they do best: bullsh*t about wine. Laying spurious claim to a reputation as renowned wine consultants, the duo, fresh from judging the Fruit Wine Section at The Rockhampton Show, will take you through the cellar door experience with a comedic twist.
The union of Callinan [Melbourne Fringe Comedy winner & three time Barry Award Nominee] and Calleja [stand up and writer on Before The Game & countless other TV shows] has everyone’s palate salivating as they prepare to uncork their latest vintage and let the comedy breathe.
Looking for a laugh? The Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow is coming to town. Forget I-Spy, spotto and stale servo snacks, this road trip is jam-packed with a crew of fantastically funny comedians, specially selected to bring the fun of the Festival to towns and cities around the nation.
For 20 years the Melbourne International Comedy Festival has been touring far and wide, bringing giggles, guffaws and good times to Australia and further afield. Whether you’re in Katherine, Quirindi, Kyneton or Cairns, you can still experience Australia’s largest and best-loved comedy festival in your own backyard. We’ve got over 80 destinations on the laugh-laden schedule, and a line-up of artists to tickle anyone’s funny bone. The Roadshow really has something for everyone!
‘It is a wonder how the roaring auditorium found any time to remember to breathe.’ 9 Inch Tales Malaysia
WARNING: Contains Adult Themes. Recommended for ages 15+. Smoke machine or Hazer in use.
Written by: Carolyn Bock and Helen Hopkins
Four women. Many stories. A century of service.
Follow the personal journeys of four women, Lilian, Mary, Tam and Catherine, united in their determination to utilise their skills in the field of medicine on active service within the military.
From the pioneers of World War One, first denied military service, throughout the battles of World War two- through contemporary conflicts, and as peacekeepers in times of humanitarian crisis; these and other stories come to life in vivid accounts of revelation, loss, struggle and kinship. Together they share moments of hope and humour that punctuate the otherwise harrowing task of conflict medicine.
“It is so timely as we move towards the conclusion of the Anzac centenary commemorations that women’s voices are included in our national narrative. Carolyn and Helen have delivered an exceptionally powerful and faithful depiction of their adventures from the battlefields of World War I through to contemporary operations in Afghanistan.”
Susan Neuhaus Colonel (Rtd) Royal Australian Army Medical Corps
Afternoon Tea from 4pm included in ticket price
by VIRGINIA WOOLF
adapted by Peta Hanrahan
“If I could not grasp the truth about women in the past, why bother about women in the future?” Virginia Woolf
In Sentient Theatre’s inaugural piece, we celebrate the beautiful literacy and conceptual genius of Virginia Woolf, one of the greatest writers of the 20th Century, and her classic work, A Room of One’s Own.
The piece both energetically debates and gently reflects on the history of gender disparity, while keeping Woolf’s striking use of metaphor and charming humour alive.
“A Room of One’s Own [is] witty, supple, and conducted in a spirit of restless inquiry, anchoring emotion with intellect, infusing argument with narrative technique. This luminous, accessible production captures the beauty of Woolf’s prose and the complexity of her ideas [and] gives her potent words vivid voice.” Cameron Woodhead, The Age
Daniel Thompson’s Johnny Cash Live
Back to San Quentin – 50 Years On
In 1969, off the back of the huge success of 1968’s At Folsom Prison album, Johnny Cash recorded the second of his legendary prison albums at California’s notorious maximum security prison, San Quentin.
With the Folsom album kick starting a golden era of Cash’s career, At San Quentin continued his meteoric rise to his place as a legendary figure and icon of 20th century popular music.
During the February 24 recording session, in typical Johnny Cash fashion, he got the already enthusiastic inmates on side with his song San Quentin which opens with the lyrics “San Quentin, you’ve been living hell to me” and he immediately replayed the song at the request of his cheering audience with both versions included on the original release of the At San Quentin album. Most notably the album included the worldwide smash hit single, A Boy Named Sue, which undeniably made Cash a global superstar and household name. Sue became Cash’s highest ever charting single on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and was only held out of the number one spot by the Rolling Stones ‘Honky Tonk Women’.
50 Years on, Daniel Thompson’s Johnny Cash Live hits the road celebrating this legendary album and the career of the Man in Black.
A brand new show featuring more than 35 hits, Back to San Quentin – 50 Years On includes the great moments of the San Quentin album plus hits and favourites spanning Cash’s entire 50 year recording career.
After 6 National tours and having performed more than 175 shows, Johnny Cash Live has become lauded as one of Australia’s premier tribute acts. With powerhouse backing band, The Tennessee Express and led by Australia’s own Man in Black, Daniel Thompson, Johnny Cash Live presents an unforgettable night paying tribute to one of music’s most iconic and influential figures.
With more than 60 thousand tickets sold Australia wide, don’t miss your chance to see what has audiences on their feet and coming back each year for more.
This new show will be presented in two parts and feature all of the hits in a nostalgic trip down memory lane in a multimedia concert event. The video component of the show has been completely reworked with a brand new script to help to tell the story of the amazing career of the Brothers Gibb.
The Australian Bee Gees Show is currently performing at The Excalibur Hotel and Casino and has been in residence for the past 8 years. The group has racked up over 2500 performances on the Las Vegas Strip. The Australian Bee Gees Show was recently voted Best Tribute Show in Las Vegas by the prestigious Las Vegas Review Journal and has made the top 10 in the ‘Overall Best Show’ category, an amazing achievement in Las Vegas. They were also honoured to receive the coveted Entertainer of the Year award for 2015 at the prestigious Win Win Headliners Bash
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The Australian Bee Gees show was also the first Australian band to perform 1000 shows headlining on the Famous Las Vegas Strip and with 2250 shows already under their belt they are looking forward to continued success in Sin City.
After 21 years on the world stage and over 7,000 performances in over 60 countries, The Australian Bee Gees Show has evolved to become the definitive live celebration of the wonderful music written by the Brothers Gibb.
From their first shows in 1996, The Australian Bee Gees Show has conquered Las Vegas and has played to capacity houses around the world, cementing their reputation as an exceptional live concert act and the world's leading Bee Gees Show.
For one night only be a part of the magic that is, The Australian Bee Gees Show.
Our very own Community Orchestra
Everyone who has attended these concerts over the past decade says how enjoyable they are! There is always an amazing variety of music so you can be sure of hearing something that really appeals to you.
Many people also point out how lucky we are to have such a talented group of musicians in the region, inspired and led by Angus Christie who studied conducting with Sir Charles Mackerras in Sydney and later at the Vienna Conservatorium.
As an uplifting and enjoyable afternoon of musical entertainment, the HSO concerts are hard to beat. After the show, join everyone for delicious refreshments in the Function Room.
Conductor: Angus Christie
Rediscover The Beatles’ immortal catalogue reimagined and reinterpreted through sparkling original arrangements performed live by this world-class vocalist and a virtuosic band of Australia’s top musicians.
Starring UK-born Australian stage and screen star Naomi Price (Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, Rumour Has It, Ladies in Black, The Voice Australia) and inspired by true accounts, Lady Beatle is a rollicking magical mystery tour sound tracked by The Beatles’ biggest chart toppers, including Eleanor Rigby, Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds, Yellow Submarine and Penny Lane.
“Naomi Price has the kind of voice that can raise goosebumps on arms when singing any song – combining this talent with the music of The Beatles is a stroke of genius… Fans of The Beatles will love the music, fans of cabaret will adore Price’s energy and emotional range.” Australian Stage
Program
Rossini Overture to L’Italiana in Algieri
Mendelssohn Violin Concerto
Vivaldi Concerto for Two Violins
Schubert Symphony No.3
The MSO presents a breathtaking evening of classical masterworks, including Schubert’s dramatic Third Symphony, a high-spirited and charming romp imbued with the composer’s youthful vigour. Soloists love to perform Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto, and it’s easy to see why, with its vivacious rhythms and hummable melodies. Then, Vivaldi provides an extra dose of violin in his Concerto completing an evening both elegant and exhilarating.
Enhance your concert experience by attending a free pre-concert talk at 6.30pm. Join us for an informative conversation about the evening’s program, where you’ll learn about the composers and gain insights into the music.
