Damian Callinan, renowned character and stand-up comedian, confirms what many had already suspected: he suffers from OTTDs (Over The Top Dance Syndrome). After years of eschewing partner dancing and cutting up dance floors on his own, he discovers that the only cure is to learn how to Swing Dance.

Swing Man sends Damian on a journey back to the incidents in his adolescence that set him on his path – a fracas at a Bush Dance, unrequited love at Ballroom Dancing, and the revelation that as a 17 year old he was abducted by Swing-era obsessed aliens who set him an ultimatum to learn how to Swing dance by the time he is 51.

‘Lindy Hop’ on down to watch the three-time Barry Award nominee ‘Shag’ his way through his ‘Boogie Woogie’ midlife crisis.

Running time: 60 minutes, no interval

Warning: Mild coarse language and adult content, recommended for people aged 16+ years.

The wait is finally over Mik Maks fans!

Fresh from their nomination of ‘Best Live Kids Act’ at the 2018 What’s On 4 Australia Awards, The Mik Maks are thrilled to announce their new tour show ‘PLAY’.

Stuck inside on a rainy day, The Mik Maks decide to explore Grandpa’s giant magical toy box. What amazing adventures await inside the mysterious box?  Be taken on a musical adventure as the brothers share their brand new songs including ‘A-Brush’ and ‘Pack up Pack up’ as well as some old favourite with their young audiences.  Keep an eye out for some very special guests. You never know what could pop out of the giant box for a play, song and dance!

The Mik Maks ‘PLAY’ show is fifty minutes of incredible musical entertainment and perfect for children aged 2 – 5 years of age. If you haven’t seen The Mik Maks before, come and see why this band of brothers are taking Australian kids' music by storm.

‘The Mik Maks are infectious’ Shelley Craft, Channel 9

Join us after the show to have a meet and greet with The Mik Maks!!

Direct from sold out shows in Melbourne, Adelaide and Castlemaine comes this interactive, action packed theatre show for kids. It combines thrilling circus, absurd comedy and ingenious physical theatre. A hilarious parable exploring the challenges of fitting in when you’re a Super Amazing Giant! 

Suitable ages 4+

Laugh out loud at stupidity and sidesplitting slapstick. Nail biting circus tricks and a phenomenal finish! The world-touring, crazy stunt people from Dislocate are back with their brand new show, 3 Speed Crunch Box Re-booted. In this hilarious story of a family of outlandish stunt people, expect impressive aerobatics, spectacular circus tricks and – you won’t believe it – even more stupid characters in this absurd, side-splitting slapstick comedy.

Suitable for all the family.

MSO is delighted to present an evening of gorgeous music featuring Christopher Moore and Sophie Rowell.

We present arguably Mozart’s best concerto, the Sinfonia Concertante, and Brahms’ Serenade No.2, a rarely performed masterpiece and regarded as ‘quintessential Brahms’. Alongside these great classics, you will be among the first in Australia to experience a new work by Australian composer Iain Grandage.

Christopher Moore viola, director
Sophie Rowell violin

Program
Brahms Serenade No.2
Grandage New Work
Mozart Sinfonia concertante for violin and viola.

Running time: approx. 110 minutes including interval

Included in the ticket price is a pre-concert talk at 6.30pm in the Ted Kenna VC Room and a light supper after the show.

It was the legendary Johnny Cash who stated quite openly that Jade Hurley OAM was the BEST act he had EVER worked with and was quoted in the Irish Press as saying ... "If I wasn't who I am, I would find it very hard to follow him on any stage anywhere in the world ... he's one hell of a showman and entertainer this Aussie ... and he can sure play that damn piano".
 
From the first minute Jade hits the stage, he has a lot of fun with the audience. They clap their hands, stamp their feet, rock and sway from side to side, singing along and laughing at Jade’s comic antics.

His show includes classics including … “Rockin’ All Over The World”, “Old Time Rock & Roll”, “Running Bear”, “Peggy Sue”, “Great Balls Of Fire”, “Runaway” “You Raise Me Up”, his WONDERFUL piano instrumental “Chariots Of Fire” … and of course his own number 1 hits – “Down In The Riverina”, “It’s All Over Now”, and his latest SMASH HIT of his HUGE selling “NAKED” album … "I Don't Look Good Naked Anymore".

Julie
by Polly Stenham
after Strindberg

BAFTA Award-winning Vanessa Kirby (The Crown, NT Live: A Streetcar Named Desire) and Eric Kofi Abrefa (The Amen Corner) feature in the cast of this brand new production, directed by Carrie Cracknell (NT Live: The Deep Blue Sea) and filmed live from the National Theatre to cinemas.

Wild and newly single, Julie throws a late night party. In the kitchen, Jean and Kristina clean up as the celebration heaves above them. Crossing the threshold, Julie initiates a power game with Jean – which rapidly descends into a savage fight for survival.

This new version of August Strindberg’s play Miss Julie, written by Polly Stenham, remains shocking and fiercely relevant in its new setting of contemporary London.

Recommended 15+
Please note that Julie will contain strobe lighting.

Gina Hogan returns to Hamilton for sing-a-longs with some of your most loved carols, with lots of fun and laughter along the way. Even a little tap dancing! Don't forget to bring your Christmas hat!

Duration: 70 minutes, no interval.