This Week in St Kilda #314
Question the candidates @ Memo
Bayside’s Boyd gift is Port Phillip’s loss
Mothers’ Day St Kilda Style
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Late announcement
Autumn on Acland @ Acland Plaza
Two weekends of entertainment in Acland Plaza. Great line up for a live’n’local buzz.
Free
Friday 6 May
4 pm: Amos Roach
5.30 pm: Ella Hooper
Saturday 7 May
1 to 2 pm: Indigenous outreach projects present: Dance Performance Workshop
2.30 to 3.30 pm: African drumming performance with Sessi Sessi
Sunday 8 May
4 pm: Tim Rogers
Friday 13 May
4 pm: Benny Walker
5.30 pm: Clare Bowditch
Saturday 14 May
2 pm: Tim Scanlan
4 pm: Zeon
Sunday 15 May
2 to 5 pm: Salsational: Salsa dance classes
More info
The Human Voice @ Theatre Works
Tuesday 4 May – Saturday 14 May, 7.30 pm
A woman lies dead. A telephone rings. Her last chance to speak to an ex-lover…
Theatre lovers are invited to witness a tour de force performance by renowned actor Jane Montgomery Griffiths.
$40 / $32 Concession, $25 Preview and Student
Tix and info
Suitable for ages 14+
Emmie, Kerry and Izzy Silbery in conversation @ Readings
Tuesday 3 May, 6.30 pm
While you know them from Gogglebox, the Silbery women (Emmie is 93, Kerry is in her 60s and Isabelle is in her late 30s) showcase multi-generational women’s relationships and voices by delving courageously into uncomfortable – but important topics. Join them for a celebration of families and laughter and sharing with Emmie, Kerry and Izzie Silbery as they discuss their book, Out of the Box. Free
Please book here 
Live from St Kilda with Ben Murphy @ Alex Theatre
Tuesdays 7.30 pm
An online variety show recorded with a live audience at the Alex on Fitzroy Street. Local and live. $30/$25
Watch and info
Tales From The Jetty @ Gasworks
Wednesday 4 May – Saturday 14 May, 7.30 pm plus Sat matinees
From the creators of ‘Beachside Stories’ (2019) comes ‘Tales from the Jetty’, a celebration of four remarkable local organisations.
Rich in history, local heroes, wisdom and laughter.
$45/$40 – $30 COPP locals opening night only
Comedy headlined by Dave Thornton @ Ziggy Pops (Newmarket Hotel)
Wednesdays, 7 pm
Ziggy Pops now offers weekly comedy, kicking things off with a first show headlined by Dave Thornton featuring Doug Chappel, Mimi Shaheen, and Ashley Fits-Amie. $29 table seating.
Tix
Macnamara candidate forum @ Memo
Thursday 5 May, 7 pm
unChain have organised a public forum with the main candidates for Macnamara to discuss the issues beyond climate change and energy. Chaired by John Daley, ex CEO of the Grattan Institute, Josh Burns (ALP), Collen Harkin (Liberal) and Steph Hodgins-May (Greens) will answer your question and discuss the big themes. Free
Register now
Note: All three speakers have confirmed their participation.
Young Henrys @ Espy
Thursday 5 May, 8.30 pm
Emerging bands free in the Basement, this week: Heavy Amber are an all-female dense rock trio emotionally and rhythmically fueled by love and loss. With Y Street.
Gig guide
NPS Community Rapid Response training @ EcoCentre
5 May – 7:30pm to 8:45pm
Northern Pacific Sea Stars (NPS) are an invasive species that sometimes wash up on our beaches in great numbers during winter. The EcoCentre is recruiting volunteers to form local Rapid Response Teams who can respond to large aggregations of pest sea stars washing up on the beach.
You need to complete an online training webinar to participate
Register
More info: fam@ecocentre.com
Candlelight: Best of Joe Hisaishi and more @ National
Thursday 5 May, 6.30 pm and 8.30 pm
Enjoy a unique experience under the glimmer of candlelight during this exclusive concert with music from Joe Hisaishi – the genius composer who gave Studio Ghibli its sound.
Tix
Creedence tribute with Ramble Tamble @ George Lane
Friday 6 May and Saturday 7 May, 6.30 pm – 11.30 pm
Celebrate CCR with class four-piece band Ramble Tamble.
George Lane gigs
Bob Downe weekend @ Memo
Friday 6 May, Saturday 7 May and Sunday 8 May
The Prince of Polyester in a big show just right for Mothers Day. $60/$55
Tix
The return of… Faker @ Espy
Friday 6 May, 8 pm
2022 marks the 15th anniversary of ‘Be The Twilight’, which featured their platinum hit ‘This Heart Attack’. $43 / $35
Espy gigs
Veg Out Farmers Market @ Peanut Farm
Saturday 7 May, 8.30 am – 1 pm
Relaxed location, wide variety of vendors plus the ever popular bacon & egg rolls.
First Saturday on every month.
City of Voices Ode to Port Phillip @ Renfrey Reserve (near Peanut Farm)
Saturday 7 May, 11 am
City of Voices will perform with music, soundscape and physical theatre at Renfrey Reserve (next to the children’s playground) while you at the St Kilda Farmers’ Market. FREE community outdoor performance, child-friendly.
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Mainland Art Auction Rescheduled @ Vivien Anderson Gallery
Saturday 7 May, 4 pm
The viewing period for the Mainland Art Collection has been extended and the auction will now take place at 4pm. The exhibition can be viewed during gallery hours, or via a virtual tour here.
Info
Port Melbourne Bike Ride @ PP Bicycle Users Groups
Sunday 8 May, 9.30 am – 11.30 am
7km, easy bike tour exploring four decades of medium-rise apartment housing in Port Melbourne led by architect, Brendan Baxter. This ride is a collaboration between Port Phillip Bicycle Users Group and Jane’s Walk – a global movement recognising the legacy of urbanist Jane Jacobs. Route: Bike paths & quiet streets.
Bookings free
Starts Pipis Cafe, 129a Beaconsfield Parade , Albert Park
Gay Stuff @ Pride Centre
Sunday 8 May, noon – 4 pm
Gay Stuff Markets return to the Pride Centre for a special Mother’s Day edition! To celebrate, they’ll be serving up a complimentary afternoon tea from noon to 4pm.
St Kilda Repair Cafe @ EcoCentre
Sunday 8 May, 2 pm to 5 pm
Bring your broken items to the Repair Cafe to reduce waste and learn new skills, all while having a cuppa.
If you have any unwanted phones or laptops, please bring them along to donate. Their IT experts will wipe all data to ensure your personal information is safely cleared. Your donated device will be provided to refugees and asylum seekers via Deakin University’s Centre for Refugee Employment, Advocacy, Training and Education (CREATE) program. Free / by donation
38 Blessington St, St Kilda (across from previous EcoCentre location)
Colin Andrews, organist @ All Saints
Sunday 8 May, 3 pm
A recital by UK-born and USA-based organist Colin Andrews who has been the recipient of many awards and has toured world-wide.
His program is an eclectic and entertaining one of music by Jean Langlais, Johann Sebastian Bach, Herbert Howells and Joseph Bonnet.
Bookings | Info
Broderick Smith & Shannon Bourne @ George Lane
Sunday 8 May, 4 pm
Multi-instrumentalist and singer song-writer Broderick Smith (The Dingoes) alongside critically acclaimed blues and roots founded guitarist, Shannon Bourne. Class.
George Lane gigs
Steve Boyd’s Rum Reverie @ Espy
Sunday 8 May, 6 pm
Free Sunday Blues in the Basement
Espy gigs
Cathy Henenberg @ Brightspace
Until 7 May
“I voyaged quite alone in the silence of this magic sea”
Cathy has brought together images in response to experiences of confinement during the COVID pandemic and the appreciation of space and beauty within our locality of Nerim (Port Phillip Bay).
Hours and info
Wed – Fri 11 am – 5 pm
Sat 12 – 4 pm
Catch-up
Catch up on the party @ Sisters in Crime
Pics | YouTube
Sisters in Crime celebrated its 30th birthday at the magnificent new Victorian Pride Centre recently.
Click here for pics and highlights of speeches by co-founder Carmel Shute, Ambassador-at-Large Sue Turnbull, and authors Angela Savage, Emma Viskic, Sulari Gentill, and Vikki Petraitis,
Video highlights include Sara Paretsky, founder of US Sisters in Crime, actor Sigrid Thornton, and authors Kathy Reichs (US), Vanda Symon (NZ), Shamini Flint (Singapore), and Cate Kennedy will be loaded to Sisters in Crime’s YouTube channel soon).
The Cinema of Pier Paolo Pasolini @ Astor
Until 25 May
A massive retrospective in partnership with Istituto Italiano di Cultura. Intense.
Full program
Soon
Meet the Artist > Ilan El @ Linden
Wednesday 11 May, 2 pm – 3 pm
Join artist and designer Ilan El in conversation with Linden New Art curator Juliette Hanson. Suitable for practising artists/designers and emerging arts industry professionals. Free
Bookings
Love in Bright Landscapes: A Tribute to David McComb @ Astor
Sunday 15 May, 3.30 pm and Concert 6.10 pm
Film – plus performance by The Friends of David McComb. The film tells the tragic and intimate life story of David McComb, Australian singer/songwriter and driving force behind The Triffids.
Tix
Meet the Artist > Cyrus Tang @ Linden
Saturday 21 May, 2 pm – 3 pm
Join Linden New Art in an intimate conversation with Cyrus Tang about her exhibition Time Fell Asleep in the Evening Rain.
Bookings
The Bloody Long Walk @ Yarra Bend to St Kilda Beach
Sunday 22 May
Walk, run or jog to stand up and support people living with mitochondrial disease. The 35 km course rambles from Yarra Bend Park you’ll walk through the beautiful Melbourne parklands, follow the Yarra River past the lively scenes of Southbank and Docklands, then along the Port Phillip Bay to St Kilda!
Info
Hybrid @ St Kilda Film Festival
Friday 27 May – Sunday 5 June
St Kilda’s short film festival is back again in hybrid format with an opening night at the Astor.
Thereafter, sessions are mostly at the Astor or online, with a special feature at the Pride Centre.
Full program, venues and ticket sales are now available.
Info
The Boyd that got away
Donation declined while Council was busy planning
The Boyd that got awayAmongst a recent exhibition of new acquisitions at the Bayside Council gallery is a painting by celebrated artist Arthur Boyd. The work – Port Phillip Bay evening c.1983 – had been donated to Bayside last year.
First offered to City of Port Phillip but declined
TWiSK was surprised to discover that the painting was first offered to Port Phillip (as a donation) but Council officers declined as their acquisitions were on hold during a planning process.
The donors were sent to Bayside, who were understandably delighted. Not only is Boyd aA highly recognised artist, he was a Sandringham local and they even have a Council ward named after him.
It’s amazing what can slip past while you are busy making plans.
IMAGE CREDIT: Installation view of the exhibition Collection highlights and recent acquisitions featuring Arthur Boyd, Port Phillip Bay evening c.1983, oil on board, 88 x 118.5 cm. Bayside City Council Art and Heritage Collection. Donated through the Australian Government’s Cultural Gifts Program by Andrew Firestone in memory of Jan and Lucyna Firestone, 2021.
Harkin not happy with Climate emergency
The Age has reported that Liberal candidate Colleen Harkin said that describing global warming as a climate emergency is almost child abuse at a recent candidate forum in Southbank. Interestingly, Colleen has a teaching qualification.
See some video 
Catch up on PECAN Climate Emergency Candidates forum
Tuesday 26 April, St Kilda Town Hall
Without Liberal candidate Harkin, the forum was a good natured debate between two candidates who take climate change seriously.
Josh says ScoMo must go and he’ll be a progressive voice in a progressive government.
Steph says ScoMo must go and she’ll be a powerful Green voice in Parliament.
Watch in full (but audio is poor quality)
Promises watch
ALP
Elwood College outdoor sports and gym equip $49,500
Albert Park Collage and VCA $128,500 to upgrade equipment and infrastructure
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