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Events Update: September 1st, 2008

THEATRE
Please note: Access to Burrinja Theatre is via a staircase
More information on the Burrinja performance program & space here

Written by Alan Ayckbourn, Directed by Cas Yates
Thursday 11th, Friday 12th and Saturday 13th September at 7.30pm

A Chorus of Disapproval is a classic Alan Ayckbourn play within a play, based around the PALOS Theatre Company, the Pendon Amateur Light Operatic Society, and their rehearsals of "The Beggars Opera". Anyone will be able to relate to these larger than life characters as they muff their way through the rehearsal process. Those who have done theatre will be able to relate to the inter-personal relationships that are both fiery and friendly, very friendly....... Come join in what promises to be a jaunty frolic through the dim shimmer of a slightly jaded spotlight on a local theatre company!

Tickets : $17.00 each or $15 for groups of four or more.
Time : 7.30pm
Bookings : 9706 2239

Who is Dreamer? Dreamer is an endearing little puppet character, half animal and half human, who can communicate with other creatures without speaking. Gentle, brave and curious, Dreamer lives in the world of the imagination where dreams can become reality.

Tickets : $10.00 each or $8 for groups of four or more. Children under 2 years Free.
Time : 11am
Bookings : Burrinja 9754 8723

"Mesmerising Puppet Beauty" - The Advertiser
***** Adelaide Fringe Festival 2007

2008 New Media and Photographic Art
In 2008 Burrinja is presenting an innovative exhibition theme of photographic and new media based artists and works, accompanied by extensive workshop and audience participation events. It's a year for getting involved with in the Art.
So stop just looking and GET INTO ART at Burrinja in '08! --

BURRINJA GALLERY
Incorporating theThe Tall Hall and Collection Gallery spaces
Open 7 days, 10.30am-5pm

ABORIGINAL ART ACROSS AUSTRALIA
An exhibition of key works from the Burrinja – Shire of Yarra Ranges Indigenous Collection
Exhibition Opens 18th July to 5th October 2008

Aboriginal art has its roots in a very ancient culture, but artists today are also expressing issues of social justice, cultural practices and spirituality born from the last two hundred years of colonisation. Curated by Tiriki Onus, this exhibition aims to highlight the vast diversity in Aboriginal cultural and artistic practice across Australia .

This feature exhibition includes many significant Collection and loan works that have not been exhibited at Burrinja for over five years, giving the viewer an overview of Aboriginal art from five major regions of Australia . Traditional and contemporary works from both established and emerging artists have been chosen for the exhibition. The artists represented include some of the most internationally respected artists in Australia .

Curated by Tiriki Onus, this feature exhibition aims to highlight the vast diversity in Aboriginal cultural and artistic practice across Australia . The exhibition features key works from the Burrinja Collection including paintings and barks from the Kimberley , Arnhem Land , Central, South-Eastern and South Australian regions.

Traditional and contemporary works from both established and emerging artists have been chosen for the exhibition. The artists represented include some of the most internationally respected artists in Australia .

In this emotional series of photographs Ben Blacket paints his midnight stories of isolated suburban youth on the outskirts of Melbourne . Exploring the edges of social dislocation, danger and dark despair, Ben's pictures tell of his journey through depression and point towards a fierce hope for the future.

“my name can be stretch. i am a 20 year old photographer / artist from tecoma, victoria. i've used the situations and people i've encountered during the past 14 months ago. i've tried to highlight the emotions or feelings one might go through in the healing process that is RECOVERY. whether it is love, loneliness, happiness or sadness.

i've learnt that you can do anything if you really, really want to. Even if you don't want to, you should for the people around you.”

My Friend the Chocolate Cake
Saturday October 25th - 8pm
ARIA award winning band, My Friend the Chocolate Cake, bring their eclectic contemporary pop music to Burrinja on their "Home Improvements" tour. Experience their live show and see why the band enjoys sell out shows all over the world including sell-out favourites at the Edinburgh Fringe Fesival.

"the delicious melodies, rich strings and memorable quirks make it an album that is worth revisiting over and over" = Chris Havercroft, Xpress

When : Saturday 25th October at 8pm.
Tickets : $28.50 Adult, $25.00 Jarmbi/Concession. Ticket price includes free admission to Burrinja Gallery "Aboriginal Art Across Australia" and Catalogue.
Bookings : Burrinja 9754 8723

Burrinja is pleased to again partner with Yanagang in bringing you Classics in Burrinja Cafe. We invite you to start the month with an informal FREE concert of work from some of the country's leading contemporary classical musicians, featuring European and Oz classics. At each of the music afternoons. professional performers will include a work by an Australian composer. Head down to the Burrinja Cafe on the first Sunday of each month and enjoy a relaxing hour or two talking with friends, composers, performers and listening to the music.

Next performance featuring Duo Tarella, Rosie Burns on Violin and Lore Burns on Cello, Sunday September 7th 2008
Classics in Burrinja Cafe. Time 2.30pm to 4pm. Free Entry.

When Friday 26th September 2008 at 8pm.
Entry Tickets at Door : $10 Adults / $7 Conc. Children Free. Music from 8pm. Dinner, coffee, snacks and bar service available all night.
For dinner reservation bookings 9754 5707..

Sunday Music in Burrinja Cafe
Each Sunday Burrinja Cafe presents great local musicians from 2.30pm until 4.30pm - FREE in the cafe.
For who's playing when call the Cafe direct on 9754 5707

Open Mic Nights in Burrinja Cafe
The second Thursday of the month features Open Mic Night at Burrinja Cafe from 8pm to 11pm. Contact Sue 0425 719 114 or email openmic@ambientaudio.com.au to pre book.

WORKSHOPS & CLASSES
Booking details as listed

School Holiday Workshop

Closet Collectors - Coathanger Suncatcher
Friday 3rd October - 10am to 12noon

In this arts based workshop your young artist will create a beautiful multi-coloured mobile, inspired by colours and the ways they can affect our emotions and the world around us. During the session we will explore the history of colour, colour mixing and how colour is used.

Age range : Open
Cost:$5.00
Time : 10.00am to 12noon
Bookings : Burrinja, 9754 8723

Play Up at Burrinja - Weekly Program
for all primary aged students 5 to 12 years
Children are invited to explore their imaginations as they are introduced to all of the creative arts. Non performanced based this program is a great stepping stone to a structured drama class in the future.

WHEN: Commencing at the beginning of each school term. Mondays, 4pm to 5pm.
COST: $70 per school term
BOOKINGS: 9754 8723

Up, up and away ...... Weekly Program
for all children aged between 2 and 4 years
The children will explore creative drama and storytelling with creative movement, singing and music making.

WHEN: Commencing beginning of each school term and running during the school term. Mondays, 1pm to 2pm.
COST: $70 per school term
BOOKINGS: 9754 8723

Rainbows and Sparkles ...... Weekly Program
A Community run creative artgroup for children aged between 2 and 4 years.
Activities are designed to engage and bond children with their parents or care givers in a safe and fun environment. BYO morning tea shared after the morning's session.

WHEN: Commencing beginning of each school term running during the school term. Thursdays, 10am to 11.30am.
COST: $50 per child per school term. Second child $20.00 per school term.
BOOKINGS: 9754 8723

Classes will cover such areas as stagecraft, scripts, auditions, detailed character development, improvisation, vocal production and confidence. The aim is to encourage development of individual student’s needs. We welcome students that require development in self-esteem and confidence. Performance opportunities are available throughout the year.

Classes Thursday 4.15pm for 5 to 9 years and 5.30pm for 9 years plus.
Call Donna or Peter on 5941 1627 for further information or www.adlib-entertainment.com

ITT TROUPE 2008
Designed for those aged 8 to 17, this group will help you become the best triple threat you can be !

Not a singing school, not a dance class and not a stand alone drama experience, these ninety minute classes will embrace basic techniques in all three disciplines and, more importantly, how to link them in a music theatre setting.

The primary facilitator will be Dee Whittington. Other instructors will be bought in from time to time to instruct the group in specific skills.

Sessions 4.30pm to 6pm Wednesdays throughout school terms. $12 per session payable as a term fee at the beginning of the school term. Please call Fiona on 9706 2239 for more information or www.ittproductions.com.au

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Promoting Environmental Sustainability with Young Children Showcasing "Little Green Step" a NSW Preschool Sustainability Program, pesented by Maree Whelan.

This seminar aims to assist educators, families and community members by providing practical information, strategies and resources to further young children's attitudes and skills in environmentally sustainable practes.

Tickets : $15.00 per person.
Time : 6.30pm to 8.30pm.
Bookings : Shire of Yarra Ranges 9294 6390
Jointly supported for Knox City Council, Melbourne Water, and Shire of Yarra Ranges.

BLAZING RYTHYM - community circus events
Blazing Rythym is a series of community circus events hosted by Circus Folk a unit of Dandenong Ranges Music Council
For membership and booking enquiries please contact Rochelle on 9753 6234, 0425 843 471 or email circusfolk@drmc.org.au or visit www.circusfolk.org.au

THE WORD TREE at Burrinja
The Word Tree is spoken word, music, short fiction & poetry in the Hills. With a feature, monthly theme plus Open stage (5mins.max.). Burrinja Café is the venue on the first Saturday of the month from 2.30-5pm.

Entry $5 / $3 concession at door
Contact Leanne email to join The Word Tree list.

SATURDAY MEDIUMSHIP AFTERNOONS
1st Saturday each month.
1.30pm for 2pm start – 5pm
Afternoons of learning, sharing and growing.
Refreshments provided.

Inquiries, Elaine & Barry Bushby of Whiterose Spiritual Retreat 5797 2970
$20, pay at door

Relax, recharge, improve your health and flexibility. Suitable for beginners to intermediate levels. Chris is an experienced yoga teacher who has trained overseas and in Australia. He is certified to teach yoga by the Heart of Yoga Association and Yogi Hari. He is also certified as a Senior Yoga Teacher by the Yoga Teachers Association of Australia.

For all Burrinja's Resident Artist Studio details visit to our Artists Studios pages

SMILEY MOMENTS Photographer Julie Cadusch. Portraiture, Individuals, Family, Pets. Studio 1. By appointment 0439 996 265. Email : julie@smileymoments.com.au

WRAPT YA! Textiles. Heather & Kate, Studio 2. Open Fridays 11am to 4pm, and 1st Saturday of the month 1pm to 4pm. Ph. 9754 2314, Kate 0438 580 703 or Heather 0448 585 408. Email: kate@wraptya.com.au or heather@wraptya.com.au Visit the website

PHOTO DIVA Burlesque Portait Photogrpahy (women only) by Bronte Schofield. Nude, semi-nude portraits in styles of Renaissaince, Baroque, Rococo and Nouveau periods. Appointment only. 0402 345 300 bburlesque@optusnet.com.au

ROXANNE HULL Felt and Curly Girlies fibre figures, Studio 4A. Ph. Roxanne 0402 235 321, & FYONA MITAXA Life drawing – Maternity and Baby Portraits. Studio 4A. Fyona 9754 1540

THE ART FOUNDARY Christine Dehn. Ceramics, sculpture, mural-paintings and new ol'age jewellery. Open most Tues, Thurs, Fri and Sat 9.30am to 4.30pm. Children and Adult clases and workshops available. Enquiries. 0413 767 699

SAWATZKY DESIGNS Jeweller/Goldsmith. Kay Sawatzky, Studio 6. Tues & Thurs 10am - 6pm or by appointment. Ph. 0419 718 781 Email: kay@sawatzkydesigns.com.au

Burrinja Arts Shop - NOW OPEN!
New arrivals all the time - drop in and take a look

Burrinja Arts Shop is the collective idea of talented local artists who play their diverse creativity within the studios at Burrinja and further afield. Run and staffed by the artists themselves, it's a place where studio artists of Burrinja and the Hills can sell their creative works as part of an arts cooperative.

The arts shop provides yet another great attraction for people visiting Burrinja's many exhibitions, performances and cultural events and the fabulous Burrinja café. It's open 7 days a week, and you get to meet and talk to the artists who have made the work.

Burrinja Arts Shop is directly off the foyer at Burrinja: 351 Glenfern Rd , Upwey.

Open everyday 9am to 5pm. Thursdays until 11pm.
Fully Licensed
GREAT NEW MENU, Fabulous cakes, coffee & much more

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Some of the great music & theatre we've seen @ Burrinja