March 2019
SONGBIRDS OF THE SOUTH WEST – Sold Out
‘The Songbirds’ combine the beauty of harmony from 6 vocalists with the tight rhythm and HOT horn section of the 8 piece band, to pay tribute to some of the jazz greats. The band features professional musicians from the South West and includes the fabulous harmony vocals of Michelle Spriggs, Andrea Frances, Janine Andrews, Scott Wise, Tilly Kelleher and Cleo Wiese. With solid backing from Kevin McDonald (guitar), Viv Booker (bass), Gary Larkin (drums), Sean Lillico (keyboards), Kevin Jones (trombone), David…
Find out more »Saturday Cinema – R&W Festival Fundraiser – STORM BOY [PG]
READERS & WRITERS FESTIVAL FUNDRAISER STORM BOY Adventure / Drama / Family ‧ 1h39m A beautiful and contemporary retelling of Colin Thiele's classic Australian tale. 'Storm Boy' has grown up to be Michael Kingley, a successful retired businessman and grandfather. When Kingley starts to see images from his past that he can't explain, he is forced to remember his long-forgotten childhood, growing up on an isolated coastline with his father. He recounts to his grand-daughter the story of how, as…
Find out more »Sunday Cinema – HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON: THE HIDDEN WORLD [PG]
HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON: THE HIDDEN WORLD Fantasy / Action ‧ 1h44m From DreamWorks Animation comes a surprising tale about growing up, finding the courage to face the unknown…and how nothing can ever train you to let go. What began as an unlikely friendship between an adolescent Viking and a fearsome Night Fury dragon has become an epic adventure spanning their lives. Welcome to the most astonishing chapter of one of the most beloved animated franchises in film history:…
Find out more »Friday Cinema ~ PICK OF THE LITTER [G]
PICK OF THE LITTER Documentary, Family * 1h50m PICK OF THE LITTER follows a litter of puppies from the moment they're born and begin their quest to become guide dogs for the blind. Cameras follow these pups through an intense two-year odyssey as they train to become dogs whose ultimate responsibility is to protect their blind partners from harm. Along the way, these remarkable animals rely on a community of dedicated individuals who train them to do amazing, life-changing things…
Find out more »Saturday Cinema ~ THE FAVOURITE [MA15+]
THE FAVOURITE Biography, Comedy, Drama ‧ 2h Golden Globe Winner: Best Performance by an Actress - Olivia Colman Nominated for 10 Oscars Early 18th century. England is at war with the French. Nevertheless, duck racing and pineapple eating are thriving. A frail Queen Anne (Olivia Colman) occupies the throne and her close friend Lady Sarah Churchill (Rachel Weisz) governs the country in her stead while tending to Anne's ill health and mercurial temper. When a new servant Abigail Masham (Emma…
Find out more »Sunday Cinema ~ MARY POPPINS RETURNS [G]
MARY POPPINS RETURNS Comedy, Family, Fantasy ‧ 2h 10m In Depression-era London, a now-grown Jane and Michael Banks, along with Michael's three children, are visited by the enigmatic Mary Poppins following a personal loss. Through her unique magical skills, and with the aid of her friend Jack, she helps the family rediscover the joy and wonder missing in their lives. Cast: Emily Blunt, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Ben Whishaw REVIEWS: ****78% 'Mary Poppins Returns relies on the magic of its classic forebear…
Find out more »April 2019
The songs and tales of Angry Old Men
The Songs and Tales of Angry Old Men, a celebration of rock-n-roll and the songs that defined great moments throughout the decades. Featuring more than 20 great songs interwoven with tales that reveal surprising and unknown stories behind the music. Audiences can expect music from legendary artists including Bob Dylan, Leonard Cohen, Tom Waits, Jim Morrison, Nick Cave, Johnny Cash, John Mellencamp, Neil Young and many more. Featuring all the hits that defined an era. From the writer and producer of…
Find out more »Saturday Cinema ~ GREEN BOOK [M]
GREEN BOOK Biography, Comedy, Drama ‧ 2h 10min Golden Globe Winner: Best Screenplay | Best Motion Picture | Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role 2019 Academy Awards: Best Motion Picture of the Year | Best Supporting Actor - Mahershala Ali | Best Original Screenplay A working-class Italian-American bouncer becomes the driver of an African-American classical pianist on a tour of venues through the 1960s American South. Cast: Viggo Mortensen, Mahershala Ali, Linda Cardellini REVIEWS: **** 'Green Book is engaging,…
Find out more »Sunday Cinema – HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON: THE HIDDEN WORLD [PG]
HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON: THE HIDDEN WORLD Fantasy / Action ‧ 1h44m From DreamWorks Animation comes a surprising tale about growing up, finding the courage to face the unknown…and how nothing can ever train you to let go. What began as an unlikely friendship between an adolescent Viking and a fearsome Night Fury dragon has become an epic adventure spanning their lives. Welcome to the most astonishing chapter of one of the most beloved animated franchises in film history:…
Find out more »Friday Cinema ~ CAPTAIN MARVEL [M]
CAPTAIN MARVEL Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi * 2h3m Captain Marvel is an extraterrestrial Kree warrior who finds herself caught in the middle of an intergalactic battle between her people and the Skrulls. Living on Earth in 1995, she keeps having recurring memories of another life as U.S. Air Force pilot Carol Danvers. With help from Nick Fury, Captain Marvel tries to uncover the secrets of her past while harnessing her special superpowers to end the war with the evil Skrulls. Stars: Brie Larson,…
Find out more »Perth Symphony Orchestra presents Baroque by Candlelight
Perth Symphony Orchestra presents: BAROQUE BY CANDLELIGHT An illuminating concert set to warm the heart and soul Known for their musical and dramatic surprises, Perth Symphony Orchestra presents an evening of stunning Baroque music by Bach, Vivaldi, Handel, Telemann and Neruda, played by the critically acclaimed Perth Chamber Orchestra in a fully narrated concert. The music includes popular favourites from the Baroque era as well as lesser-known works, to inspire the audience to explore more music of this era. Local…
Find out more »Sunday Cinema ~ THE FAVOURITE [MA15+]
THE FAVOURITE Biography, Comedy, Drama ‧ 2h Golden Globe Winner: Best Performance by an Actress - Olivia Colman Nominated for 10 Oscars Early 18th century. England is at war with the French. Nevertheless, duck racing and pineapple eating are thriving. A frail Queen Anne (Olivia Colman) occupies the throne and her close friend Lady Sarah Churchill (Rachel Weisz) governs the country in her stead while tending to Anne's ill health and mercurial temper. When a new servant Abigail Masham (Emma…
Find out more »In Conversation with Graeme Simsion
After almost five million copies of The Rosie Project and The Rosie Effect sold in more than 40 countries, The Rosie Result by Graeme Simsion is finally here. A not-to-be-missed Readers & Writers Festival Fundraiser. All tickets $10. Bar Facilities and book sales and signings available. BUY TICKETS
Find out more »Friday Cinema ~ THE LEGO MOVIE 2 [PG]
THE LEGO MOVIE 2 Animation, Action, Adventure ‧ 1h50min The citizens of Bricksburg face a dangerous new threat when LEGO DUPLO invaders from outer space start to wreck everything in their path. The battle to defeat the enemy and restore harmony to the LEGO universe takes Emmet, Lucy, Batman and the rest of their friends to faraway, unexplored worlds that test their courage and creativity. Cast: Stars: Chris Pratt, Elizabeth Banks, Will Arnett REVIEWS **** A hugely ambitious sequel, joyous…
Find out more »Friday Cinema ~ PICK OF THE LITTER [G]
PICK OF THE LITTER Documentary, Family * 1h50m PICK OF THE LITTER follows a litter of puppies from the moment they're born and begin their quest to become guide dogs for the blind. Cameras follow these pups through an intense two-year odyssey as they train to become dogs whose ultimate responsibility is to protect their blind partners from harm. Along the way, these remarkable animals rely on a community of dedicated individuals who train them to do amazing, life-changing things…
Find out more »Saturday Cinema ~ GREEN BOOK [M]
GREEN BOOK Biography, Comedy, Drama ‧ 2h 10min Golden Globe Winner: Best Screenplay | Best Motion Picture | Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role 2019 Academy Awards: Best Motion Picture of the Year | Best Supporting Actor - Mahershala Ali | Best Original Screenplay A working-class Italian-American bouncer becomes the driver of an African-American classical pianist on a tour of venues through the 1960s American South. Cast: Viggo Mortensen, Mahershala Ali, Linda Cardellini REVIEWS: **** 'Green Book is engaging,…
Find out more »Sunday Cinema – STORM BOY [PG]
STORM BOY Adventure / Drama / Family ‧ 1h39m A beautiful and contemporary retelling of Colin Thiele's classic Australian tale. 'Storm Boy' has grown up to be Michael Kingley, a successful retired businessman and grandfather. When Kingley starts to see images from his past that he can't explain, he is forced to remember his long-forgotten childhood, growing up on an isolated coastline with his father. He recounts to his grand-daughter the story of how, as a boy, he rescued and…
Find out more »Friday Cinema – DUMBO [PG]
DUMBO Family / Fantasy ‧ 1h39m Struggling circus owner Max Medici enlists a former star and his two children to care for Dumbo, a baby elephant born with oversized ears. When the family discovers that the animal can fly, it soon becomes the main attraction -- bringing in huge audiences and revitalizing the run-down circus. The elephant's magical ability also draws the attention of V.A. Vandevere, an entrepreneur who wants to showcase Dumbo in his latest, larger-than-life entertainment venture. Stars:…
Find out more »Saturday Cinema ~ THE LEGO MOVIE 2 [PG]
THE LEGO MOVIE 2 Animation, Action, Adventure ‧ 1h50min The citizens of Bricksburg face a dangerous new threat when LEGO DUPLO invaders from outer space start to wreck everything in their path. The battle to defeat the enemy and restore harmony to the LEGO universe takes Emmet, Lucy, Batman and the rest of their friends to faraway, unexplored worlds that test their courage and creativity. Cast: Stars: Chris Pratt, Elizabeth Banks, Will Arnett REVIEWS **** A hugely ambitious sequel, joyous…
Find out more »Saturday Cinema ~ CAPTAIN MARVEL [M]
CAPTAIN MARVEL Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi * 2h3m Captain Marvel is an extraterrestrial Kree warrior who finds herself caught in the middle of an intergalactic battle between her people and the Skrulls. Living on Earth in 1995, she keeps having recurring memories of another life as U.S. Air Force pilot Carol Danvers. With help from Nick Fury, Captain Marvel tries to uncover the secrets of her past while harnessing her special superpowers to end the war with the evil Skrulls. Stars: Brie Larson,…
Find out more »Sunday Cinema – DUMBO [PG]
DUMBO Family / Fantasy ‧ 1h39m Struggling circus owner Max Medici enlists a former star and his two children to care for Dumbo, a baby elephant born with oversized ears. When the family discovers that the animal can fly, it soon becomes the main attraction -- bringing in huge audiences and revitalizing the run-down circus. The elephant's magical ability also draws the attention of V.A. Vandevere, an entrepreneur who wants to showcase Dumbo in his latest, larger-than-life entertainment venture. Stars:…
Find out more »May 2019
2019 MRRWF Special screening – BOOK WEEK
Book Week Drama/Comedy ‧ 1h 38m Filmed in the Blue Mountains, Book Week is a shaggy dark comedy about a disgraced novelist turned English teacher trying to find redemption. For generations, dressing up for Book Week has been an Aussie school tradition. But for high-school English teacher Nicholas Cutler (Alan Dukes), it’s the week from hell. Once a literary 'enfant' terrible, and now simply a terrible man, he’s now struggling to instil a love of reading in teenagers who’d rather…
Find out more »Banff Mountain Film Festival
The Banff Mountain Film Festival is the world’s most prestigious mountain film festival now in its 43rd year. After premiering in the mountain town of Banff, in Canada, a selection of the best short films about adventure tour the globe. The 2019 tour promises 3 hours of captivating footage, shot in some of the most wild and remote corners of the world. Sure to set your pulse racing, this carefully curated program showcases a selection of films packed full of…
Find out more »Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow- 2019
Looking for a laugh? The Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow is coming to town for 2 shows! 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…
Find out more »Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow- 2019
Looking for a laugh? The Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow is coming to town for 2 shows! 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…
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