Melbourne

It was a fun holiday destination, chock full of tourist activities, from Bennetts Lane to ENB's Angelina Ballerina.

Can I say what a license to print money that kind of child's show is. In fact I think $15 for a program is pretty outrageous.

Not to mention how annoying it was that they held the show back 15 minutes and still let in late comers (not at suitable break, but whenever they straggled in) What a great way not to enjoy a show. Boo to the venue and the ENB for letting that happen and not suggesting to the audience that they shouldn't talk through the performance.

Joanne
www.placesandspaces.com.au

The Nargun and the Stars

A beautiful show, of Australian mythical tales. The puppetry and the stage settings are a joy to see. It is particularly wonderful to see another ERTH fabulous big bodied production. How such s small arts company manage to put on such large scale works is a mystery, but fantastic that they are doing this.

The special effects and the large scale puppets, which are ERTH's trademark were a joy to watch. Not to mention some fine acting by the three human performers.

It all came together to produce a magical effect. My critical 8 year old, was very taken by the Nargun and despite the cold of the air conditioning and ice blocks for feet, was riveted.

Currently showing as part of the Sydney Festival definitely worth a trip to Parramatta. It is recommended for 8 and over, and is also a treat for adults of any ages.

From the novel by Patricia Wrightson
Adapted by Verity Laughton
Directed by Scott Wright & Wesley Enoch
Produced by Performing Lines.

The adaptation is informed by ERTH’s on-going consultation with the original story owners, the Gunai/Kurnai, Monaro and Boon Wurrung communities of East Gippsland.

Joanne Kee
www.placesandspaces.com.au

Pianos around Sydney

Scattered around Sydney are pianos in public places.

On our way back from the pool we thought we would have a play.


Joanne Kee
www.placesandspaces.com.au

Gypsy Kings and Queens

Fanfare Ciocărlia

Part of the Sydney Festival was a rollicking evening of fast and furious gypsy music. Rather like a Variety Gala from the Balkans. With lively horns and soulful flamenco sounds, costumed dancers, shimmying and Esme Redzepova looking most diva like in a pink chiffon outfit. Her voice was pretty amazing as well.

The performance was followed by a busking session from stage to small State Theatre foyer, where the band played on to the delight of the audience and money - preferably of the $50 persuasion was secured by the gypsy brandishing the hat.

Joanne Kee
www.placesandspaces.com.au

Sydney Festival First Night

A big party day and night from the Sydney Festival.

These revellers were cooling off in Hyde Park.

Joanne
www.ceressolutions.com.au

New Years Eve

This year it was New Years Eve on the South Coast.

I have to say a rather tragic 80's disco party, but rather nicer fireworks at a friends home in Gerroa, where the local holiday population let off their own fireworks.

Very loud, when they are right next to you!

Joanne Kee
www.ceressolutions.com.au