TWiSK #351

Nina Ferro is Judy Garland 1964
Andy Baylor Across The Borderline with Ry
Sleep, dance or both for Fitzroy St?
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Click her to get TWiSK every Sunday @ 7 pmNo Pride in Racism panel discussion @ Pride
Tuesday 7 February, 6 pm
LGBTIQA+ community leaders share their thoughts and perspectives on sexualised racism in the community. From fighting stigmatising language on apps and online dating spaces, to responding to microaggressions, and fetishisation of racial identities.
The panel will share experiences of queer people of colour, culture, and faith. Free
Tix

Sunset Cinema @ St Kilda Botanical Gardens
Until 4 March, gates open 6.30 pm , film at sunset
Tuesday: The Menu
Wednesday: Don’t Worry Darling
Thursday: Top Gun – Maverick
Friday: A Man Called Otto
Saturday: Lyle Lyle Crocodile
Sunday: Crazy Stupid Love
Tickets available only on line $15/$10 
Best entry is via Blessington Street
Ben Harper @ Palais
Tuesday 7 February, 8 pm
3x GRAMMY® Award-winning singer-songwriter, musician and producer Ben Harper. $101+
Tix

Wild Divine Exhibition by Sophia Kons and Rocio Oliden @ Space 2b
Until 25 February
Opening Launch Thursday 9 February 6 pm – 8 pm
Space2b welcomes two new artists to their Artspace for February.
Sensuality, self-love and the magic of women is expressed and celebrated in this exhibition.
Info
144 Chapel St, St Kilda
Social Craft Club @ Elwood Neighbourhood House
Wednesday 8 February, 10.30 am – 2.30 pm
A great opportunity to work alongside like-minded people, share your skills and a cuppa. Drop in on Wednesdays to work on your own project and bring your own materials. Sewing machines are provided if needed. Suitable for beginners to advanced users. $5 donation.
PS The organisers are looking for a volunteer to facilitate this club.
Call 03 9531 1954 or email reception@esnlc.org.au for more information.
87 Tennyson Street, Elwood
Wheelchair access, accessible toilet

The Wilbury Legends – Celebrating The Traveling Wilburys @ Memo
Thursday 9 February, 7 pm
Music director Sam See, joined by Lindsay Field & Glyn Mason — his pals from Field See & Mason — have put together a stellar band of top musicians. $65/$45
TWiSK says “a load of great tunes done with class.”
Tix
Wheelchair access, accessible toilet

Judy Australia 1964 @ National Theatre
Friday 10 February, 7 pm
Saturday 11 February, 2 pm and 7 pm
Starring multi award winners Nina Ferro and Matt Hetherington, Judy Australia 1964 recreates the dramatic roller-coaster that was Judy Garland’s infamous tour down under in May of 1964. $69/$64
TWiSK says “Nina and Matt are the real deal.”
Tix | YouTube promo 
20 Carlisle St, St Kilda
Wheelchair access, accessible toilet

Don’t Change: Ultimate INXS Tribute @ Memo
Friday 10 February, 7 pm
Featuring 6-piece band with charismatic front man Blair Dwyer with all of INXS’ the biggest dance floor gems. $50
Tix
88 Acland Street St, entrance via Albert Street
Wheelchair access, disabled toilet
Boney M featuring Maizie Williams @ Palais
Friday 10 February, 8 pm
Disco Superstars BONEY M Featuring Maizie Williams, performing all their chart-toppers “Daddy Cool”, “Ma Baker”. “Rivers Of Babylon”, “Brown Girl In The Ring”, “Sunny”, “Rasputin” + heaps more with a full live band. $80+
Tix
Wheelchair access, accessible toilet

Brian Cadd & Band @ Memo
Saturday 11 February, 7 pm
ARIA Hall Of Fame winner, Brian Cadd with his band performing songs from his extensive musical career. Cadd magic as they say. $60/$50
Tix
Wheelchair access, accessible toilet
Myra Dubois: Be Well @ Alex
Saturday 11 February, 7 pm – 8 pm
Internationally acclaimed drag comedy with Myra DuBois calling out to the disadvantaged, downtrodden and tyrannised of the world with her manifesto for mental health: AdMyrism! But are you ready to receive the call? $45/$35
Tix
Level 1, 135 Fitzroy Street
Wheelchair access, accessible toilet

Rocky Horror with Live Shadow Show @ Astor
Saturday 11 February, 7.30 pm
“The Pelvic Thrusts Shadow Cast pay homage to the quirks of the Melbourne theatre scene. Every sentence, word, song and dance is accompanied by an audience participation version which ranges from political slurs, suggestive dances and absolute insanity.”
Tix
Wheelchair access, accessible toilet

Singing in the Rain @ Astor
Sunday 12 February, 11 am
Gene Kelly, Donald O’Connor, Debbie Reynolds in a Sunday morning session on the big screen.
Tix
Wheelchair access, accessible toilet

Across The Borderline – Ry Cooder’s Journey @ Memo
Sunday 12 February, 3 pm
Presented by Andy Baylor & The Chicken Skin Orchestra. Great locals performing a tribute to the roots of Americana. $40
Tix
Wheelchair access, accessible toilet
Record Fair @ St Kilda Sports Club
Sunday 12 February, 10 am – 3 pm free entry
There will be sealed, hot off the press new vinyl releases as well as a wide range of carefully curated, quality vintage vinyl and CDs.
66 Fitzroy St
Sputnik concert: Roman Salyutov @ Glen Eira Town Hall
Sunday 12 February, 3 pm
World-renown pianist, Roman Salyutov will perform works by Brahms and the Schumanns in a concert presented by Sputnik Russian Cultural and Television Association. Expect a classy show. $35/$30
Tickets 
Comedy @ The Espy
Sunday 12 February, 5 pm
A special Pride show hosted by Kirsty Webeck, featuring Tina Del Twist, Scout Boxall, Jordan Barr, Sunanda Sachatrakul and Charlie Lewin. $35 includes one drink
Tix
Presented by Hotel Esplanade and Melbourne International Comedy Festival
Wheelchair access, accessible toilet

Sunday Blues – Collard Greens & Gravy @ Espy Basement
Sunday 12 February, 6 pm
These award winning masters of blues and roots truly embody the very traditional sounds of Chicago blues. Free
Info
Venue has stairs
Wittenoom @ Red Stitch
Until 19 February
A new play developed through Red Stitch’s INK program.
You’ll meet Dot and Pearl who live in Wittenoom; the blue asbestos mining town in WA’s Pilbara.
Wittenoom follows their personal story, filled with humour, sorrow and the friends they make along the way. The writing expertly weaves their journey into the frame of the Wittenoom tragedy. Previews $28, season $20 – $69
Tix
Wheelchair access, but limited seating, accessible toilet

Next week

Learn the unique art of 3D clay-relief @ Space2b
Starts Monday 13 February, 11 am, 6 weeks x 2 hours 30 minutes
A hands-on course with Iranian artist Leila Ashtian. She will share her skills and Iranian culture while teaching you the unique art form of BAS clay 3D relief work. $120/ $60
Book 

Japanese Shashika Workshop @ Space2b
Thursday 16 February, 11 am – 1.30 pm
Bring along a much loved clothing piece in need of repair to a relaxing and fun workshop and learn how to give your clothes a second life with talented Japanese sewer, Maoko Carroll. $35
Book 
Church organ recital and history @ St Kilda Presbyterian Church
Saturday 18 February, 2.30 pm to 4.00pm
The beautiful organ at St Kilda’s Presbyterian Church, made by George Fincham in the late 1800s, is the sister of the St Kilda Town Hall organ destroyed by the tragic fire of 1991. John Maidment OAM from the Organ Historical Trust of Australia, will tell you about its history and significance.
There will be a short recital both before and after the talk, where you can experience the power and majesty of the organ in the spacious setting and acoustic of this splendid and historic Gothic Revival church.
Light refreshments will be served. Free
Bookings essential 
Cnr Alma Road and Barkly StreetSt Kilda Festival big Sunday @ Sunday 19 February
First Peoples First @ Saturday 18 February

Headliners announced
Christine Anu (Saturday)
Confidence Man
Hoodoo Gurus

First Nations Saturday Music Program
Saturday 18 February

Main Stage (South Beach)
Christine Anu • A Tribute to Archie Roach • Lady Lash • Jem Cassar-Daley • Dean Brady • Jungaji • Loren Ryan
O’Donnell Gardens Stage
Caution • Creedence Blanco • Dean Brady • Loren Ryan • One Fire – Robert Bamblett • IOP Hip Hop Crew • Small Ant Brothers • Pirritu

Big Sunday music program
Sunday 19 February

Main Stage (South Beach)
Confidence Man • Hoodoo Gurus • Yothu Yindi • Genesis Owusu • Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers • Inkrewsive • Jacoténe
O’Donnell Gardens Stage
Jerome Farah • Ashwarya • Marceline • Heavy Amber • Monica Casaceli • Seb Ashton • Emeree • Olivia C. Dacal
Triangle Stage (18+)
Mick Harvey • Jen Cloher • Phoebe Go • THNDO • Asanti Beats • Folk Bitch Trio • Loren Ryan
Catani Gardens Stage
Alice Ivy • JK-47 • Agung Mango • Hatchie • cookii • Kanada The Loop • Grazer • Empress
New Music Stage (Near St Kilda Station on Fitzroy Street)
Abby Bella May • Sokel • Emma Volard • Jelly Oshen • Julian Munyard • The Terrifying Lows • Guthrie • Tamara & The Dreams • Playlunch • Peptalk
Locals Stage (Acland Plaza)
Delsinki • The Black Harrys • Pricie with Julian Steel • Brooke Taylor • The Engagement • Charlie Needs Braces • Pal Mar • Ernest Aines • Canisha • Darren Clinch • Katankin

Events Programming
More than a music festival

There is also a great list of other activities ranging from the Hare Krishna Vedic Village and Ratha Yatra Chariot Parade to a Historical Medieval Battle. Plus stuff for kids.
See the wide range of events 
www.stkildafestival.com.au

Book early

Sisters in Crime: Crime Without Borders @ Rising Sun Hotel (Sth Melb)
Friday 17 February, 8 pm – 10 pm (dinner from 6.30 pm)
Three authors – Ellie Marney, Louise Bassett, and A M Stuart – explore with Janice Simpson – the joys and pitfalls with setting crime novels in more than one country.
Info and booking 
2 Raglan Street, South Melbourne
The venue has stairs.


Afghan Dinner with Friends @ Space2b
Thursday 23 February, 6.30pm
Afghanistan is largely based upon the nation’s chief crops, cereals like wheat, maize, barley and rice. Accompanying these staples are dairy products (yoghurt and whey), various nuts, and native vegetables, as well as fresh and dried fruits. The traditional mode of eating in Afghanistan is on the floor but we will be substituting the large colourful floor cushions with chairs at Space2b. $58
Tickets
The Comedians – Live on Stage @ Palais
Friday 17 and Friday 24 Feb already sold out
Saturday 1 April, 8 pm
Mick Molloy, Lawrence Mooney, Sam Pang and Marty Sheargold, team up for a night of no holds barred, good old fashioned stand-up comedy for this once in a lifetime comedy experience. Old fashioned indeed. $90
Tix
Wheelchair access, accessible toilet
St Kilda Walk @ Jewish Museum
Sunday 26 February, 10.15am for a 10.30am start
St Kilda became home to many Jewish migrants in Melbourne. On Sundays, the streets would spring to life as the community gathered to shop, socialise and talk politics.
Join expert guide Terry Ashton on our St Kilda Walk and uncover the secret histories behind Acland Street, Linden Art Gallery, Luna Park, the Palais Theatre, St Kilda Town Hall and more. The meeting place TBC. $35
Bookings
Juncture Art Prize @ Linden
Closes 3 March
Juncture is an exciting new biennial prize presented by Linden New Art for mid-career artists. With a cash prize of $20,000 each, the award will help two artists realise exciting new directions in their practices, culminating in an exhibition of new work in 2024.
Read more 
Play hockey this winter @ Razorbacks Elwood
Wednesday nights, 7 pm – 8.30 pm
Express your interest
melbournerazorbackshockeyclub.com.au/
Celebrating women on socials @ Live Love Work Port Phillip
Local networking group Live Love Work Port Phillip (LLWPP) is celebrating incredible local women on their social media channels in the lead up to International Women’s Day 2023.
Established in 2019 by local businesswomen Vesna Grdjan and Alison McDowell, LLWPP invites women to recognise and celebrate the women of Port Phillip.
Follow their socials to see stories of women who live, work or run businesses in St Kilda including Rita Arrigo, Alison Rentoul, Sarah Hunt, Penny Flanders and Pamela Reid.
Follow Live Love Work Port Phillip on socials
Instagram 
Facebook 
LinkedIn 

Calling for vollies @ Linden
Looking to learn more about what makes a gallery tick? Join Linden’s 6-month Volunteer Program to get that inside scoop!
Volunteers provide essential support to the gallery’s daily operation, as well as assist with openings, public programs and community events.
Linden New Art is now accepting applications 

Volunteers wanted @ Space2b
Space2b Social Design in Chapel Street is looking for volunteers who want to acquire new skills and share existing expertise with their team. It’s an opportunity to develop skills, connect with your local community, make new friends and be a part of something bigger.
Positions available include:
Retail & Visual Merchandising
Community Events Support
Online Shop Coordinator.
Read position descriptions and more info 
Apply Now 
Minimum of 5 hours per week for 6 months

Fitzroy Street: Dancing or sleeping or both?

Plans to replace the derelict Poison night club on with an upmarket residential development raise existential questions about the future of Fitzroy Street as an entertainment precinct.
Details of plans for 61-73 Fitzroy Street reveal a 5-level residential development replacing the nightclub and short-stay accommodation.
The developers are proposing a 5-storey mixed use development (39 apartments, 897 m2 retail space, 100 basement car spaces) and reduction in car parking requirements (for the retail only). Realestatesource.com.au has reported that Sydney developer Fortis will invest $25m on the project with upmarket elements including 7 three-bedroom penthouses, with occupant only facilities like business lounge, boardroom, cinema, golf simulator and dog washing facilities.
Pro-entertainment objections lodged
Local resident and DJ Brad Avery has lodged an objection to the plan. He is concerned that entertainment venues are being replaced by residential developments.
‘Entertainment is not a negative amenity, done well it’s a positive amenity,’ he told TWiSK.
Action Group being formed
Brad told TWiSK that residents and traders in  Acland and Fitzroy Streets areas would soon call a meeting to establish an action group. 
TWiSK will provide details when they are available.
Read the Action Group media release
The planning application is in the pipeline and yet to be approved.
Real Estate Source 
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