WAPPA Direct
Fremantle Arts Centre presents
WAAPA direct
For the first time, the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) heads to Fremantle Arts Centre to present WAAPA direct, four stellar shows featuring young stars of the future in the magical inner court yard.
The best and brightest students from WAAPA’s Music Theatre, Classical Vocal, Jazz and Percussion programs will be featured in separate concerts.
Fremantle Arts Centre, Director, Jim Cathcart said, “WAAPA is renowned as one of the top performing arts colleges in the country and we are overjoyed to be presenting such great young talent. These aren’t staid concerts for niche audiences, but are lively shows for anyone who enjoys good music. Plus they’re perfect for families”.
The Director of WAAPA, Julie Warn said, “We want to share our students’ talents with a new audience and the Fremantle Arts Centre is perfect. The intimate inner courtyard has good acoustics and heaps of atmosphere. This will be a treat for the public and our students.”
WAAPA direct at Fremantle Arts Centre makes the wonderful young talent of WAAPA conveniently accessible to everybody South of the River.
Music Theatre Students in Cabaret
8pm Sat 8 March
Routinely named best of all music theatre schools, the finest young talent from across Australia compete to gain entry to the WAAPA course. Past graduates include Lisa McCune and Eddie Perfect. The program will showcase the students’ dazzling versatility with a selection of show tunes, classics, tear jerkers and even a touch of pop.
Eneksis Chamber Choir & Classical Vocal Soloists
8pm Sat 15 March
Celebrating the exquisite beauty of young classically trained voices, Eneksis Chamber Choir, one of Australia's finest ensembles, will be paired with a program of operatic favourites as young opera stars in the making perform compositions by Mozart, Bizet, Verdi, Johann Strauss and Bernstein.
Defying Gravity
7pm Sat 5 April
WAAPA’s flagship percussion ensemble provides a multi-layered group performance of complex rhythms and textures. The award-winning Defying Gravity teams up with guest soloist Robyn Sarti to fill the stage with groove, rhythm and melody, in a concert featuring the ravishing sounds of the marimba and vibraphone along with the fire and passion of drums and multi-percussion.
“Magic is exactly what this group performs. They’re not just artists, they’re sorcerers-extraordinaire!”
- Steve Spain, Harambee Magazine
WAAPA Big Band & Latin Ensemble
7pm Sat 19 April
This is a rare and exciting chance to see a big band up close and personal. Comprised of the best students from WAAPA’s Bachelor of Music in Jazz, these two ensembles tap into the tradition of iconic and exhilarating jazz. With a program that slides between the pizzazz of big band and the relaxed vibe of a Latin groove, this night is an eclectic mixture of different textures and colours.
All sessions Saturday 8pm – Adults $20/ Concession $15/ Family (2+2) $50 – General admission
Arrive early and picnic in the grounds. Gates open 7pm. Bar open (licensed event)
Book on 9432 9555, or in person at Fremantle Arts Centre, 1 Finnerty Street, Fremantle
Jazz Mo
Fremantle Arts Centre presents Jazz Mo’
Perth’s finest jazz artists in the outdoor jazz club
Why should a jazz club be smoky and dingy when it can be lush and airy? Jazz Mo’ at Fremantle Arts Centre in March 08 transforms the inner courtyard into Perth’s finest outdoor jazz club.
If you have an open ear to good music, Jazz Mo’ strikes the right note. This thrilling series of four concerts covers all jazz bases – from rhythmic world music to the more hard-edged New York style;
Jazz Mo’ is fast, hot jazz under a cool night sky.
Acclaimed Perth musician Matt Styles is Artistic Director for Jazz Mo’s second annual series.
“Following last year’s success, Jazz Mo’ 2008 again brings together some of Perth’s finest musicians in a series that celebrates the musical diversity and honesty that jazz so often inspires. Join me on a musical journey over four nights where I’m sure you’ll be excited and inspired.”
Hip Mo’ Toast 8pm Thur 6 March
Featuring renowned local jazz songstress Libby Hammer, the Hip Mo’ Toast quintet channels the jazz gods to present stylish and witty shows of superior musicianship. This is a rare opportunity to hear Hip Mo Toast in their quintet format and enjoy brand-mew material.
Libby Hammer – vocals Matt Styles – saxophone Russell Holmes – piano Mike Perkins – drums
Shane Pooley - bass
Graham Wood Trio 8pm Thur 13 March
The Graham Wood Trio brings a New York flavour to Jazz Mo’ – taking jazz from where it first began, blending it with serious style to deliver some spectacular originals and standards. Graham Wood is one of Australia’s most respected jazz musicians. Recently home from Toronto and New York, the Director of Music at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts is now fast gaining international standing.
Graham Wood – piano Sam Anning – bass Daniel Susnjar – drums
Scope 8pm Thur 20 March
Matt Styles and Paul Tanner join forces with the highly talented Russell Holmes Trio to present a world view on jazz with a focus on the groove. Interweaving jazz with the zest of Latin-America, the heartbeat of Africa and the broad reach of classical and world music, Scope employs a stunning rhythmic approach that appeals to both jazz and non-jazz music lovers.
Paul Tanner – percussion Matt Styles – saxophone Russell Holmes – piano Daniel Susnjar – drums Matt Willis – bass
Troy Roberts Quartet 8pm Thur 27 March
Troy Roberts presents a world premiere of his new material, mixing elements of jazz, R&B and even classical in an exhilarating musical experience. At only 25 years of age, Troy has already performed with the world’s best, including Gary Bartz and R&B superstar Lauryn Hill. Winner of the US jazz bible Down Beat Magazine’s Best Soloist and Best Group Performance in 2007, Troy Roberts and his quartet play one of very few shows in Perth before returning to the bright lights of the US.
Troy Roberts – saxophone Tom O’Halloran – piano Matt Willis – bass Daniel Susnjar – drums
All sessions Thursday 8pm – All Tickets $20 – General admission
Arrive early and picnic in the grounds. Gates open 7pm. Bar open (licensed event)
Book on 9432 9555, or in person at Fremantle Arts Centre, 1 Finnerty Street, Fremantle
Gimme Shelter
Gimme Shelter
Fremantle Rocks for the HomelessFremantle Arts Centre
Friday 29 February 2008
South Lawn
The cr�me of WA�s music scene will come together in February to raise awareness of homelessness in our community and raise funds for the services that assist those most in need.
Featuring The Kill Devil Hills, Abbe May and the Rockin� Pneumonia, Schvendes and Dave Mann Collective. Plus appearances by DangerRus and his Death Defying Feets, The Kinetic Theatre and The St Pat�s Starlight Hotel Choir, with Jim Fisher as MC and other guest speakers.
Tickets $20 through www.heatseeker.com.au, Mills Records, Star, Planet Video, Beat Music and the Fremantle Arts Centre. $22 on the door.
�GIMME SHELTER is a not-for-profit event with all funds raised going directly to St Patrick�s Community Support Centre, in Fremantle,� said event organiser, Dave Johnson. �The St Pat�s staff and volunteers do tremendous work to feed, shelter and nurture the homeless 365 days a year.�
�We are delighted that some of Perth�s best bands have come out in support of this event, kindly donating their time and energy to such a cause.�
�On Christmas day, St Pat�s served Christmas lunch to 101 clients � people who may have otherwise gone hungry and spent the day alone. St Pat�s is the only community service provider in Fremantle which is open every day of the year.
As well as meals, St Pat�s provides 115 lodging house beds for men, 10 crisis accommodation beds for men, is in partnership with the Sisters Of St Joseph�s in providing a night shelter for women, specialised counselling and support, social work support, Hands On Health Clinic and group activities such as art and music therapy. Remember, all funds raised at GIME SHELTER will go towards providing these services.
But just as important as raising funds is raising awareness of the ever-growing issue of homelessness and mental health in our community.
For only $20, you can have a great night out on the beautiful south lawn at the Freo Arts Centre, enjoy some of WA�s best bands and some great family entertainment, while raising money to assist those most in need in Fremantle.
Supporting GIMME SHELTER is supporting our community
For more information contact:
Dave Johnson on 0419190725 or davebjohnson@bigpond.com.
Ticket outlets:
heatseeker.com.au
Fremantle Arts Centre
Planet Video
Mills Records
Star Surf (Perth & Mandurah)
Live (Perth, Morley Galleria, Whitfords City, Garden City Booragoon, Claremont, Carousel Cannington & Karrinyup)
Weddings, Parties, Anything
Weddings, Parties, Anything
Fremantle Arts Centre
Friday 28 March 2008
South Lawn
Weddings, Parties, Anything began life in Melbourne in1983, finishing up in 1998. In those fifteen years they travelled the world, developing a huge loyal following of fans through their high energy live performances. To celebrate the release their first ever DVD, A Long Time Between Drinks, ten years after hanging up their boots, Weddings Parties Anything pull it together one more time for a national tour.
Ticket outlets:
heatseeker.com.au
Fremantle Arts Centre
Planet Video
Mills Records
Star Surf (Perth & Mandurah)
Live (Perth, Morley Galleria, Whitfords City, Garden City Booragoon, Claremont, Carousel Cannington & Karrinyup)
Summer Chamber Music 2007
Bach to Brahms and beyond
Superb musicians present a free-spirited repertoire in the magic of the Inner Courtyard
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Dimitri Ashkenazy and Susanne Powell8pm Fri 26 Oct $20
A rare combination of fine talents. Dimitri Ashkenazy, international clarinet soloist has
appeared with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Berlin Symphony Orchestra and the Brodsky Quartet and is joined by Susanne Powell, acclaimed pianist and head of Piano Studies at ANU (ACT) and Matthew Hoy, series’ Artistic Director. This world class concert features Johannes Brahms, Clarinet Trio in A Minor, a work of exquisite textures and stunning lyricism and the joyful works of Italian film composer, Nino Rota and German Romantic, Max Bruch.
Clarinet: Dimitri Ashkenazy (Switzerland) | Piano: Susanne Powell (ACT) Cello: Matthew Hoy (WA)
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As of Now
8pm Wed 7 Nov $20
Enjoy the convergence of a young West Australian powerhouse string quartet with the multi-award winning guitarist Nathan Sinclair in a program of works that have shaped the musical consciousness of the 20th Century. The concert features 100 Greatest Dance Hits by Aaron Jay Kernis, America’s leading composer of new chamber music, Different Trains, Steve Reich’s groundbreaking, celebrated soundscape and the electrifying High Tension Wires by Australia’s Nigel Westlake. As of Now takes the string quartet repertoire to a new level of rhythmic power and technical brilliance.
Violins: Semra Lee, Shaun Lee | Viola: Alex Brogan
Cello: Jennika Anthony-Shaw | Guitar: Nathan Sinclair
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Marshall McGuire, Neil Fisenden and Lawrence Jacks
8pm Wed 21 Nov $20
Savour the opulent sound of this perfect combination of instruments. Marshall McGuire, solo guest harpist with the Australian Brandenburg and Melbourne
Symphony Orchestras is joined by two of WA’s most revered and accomplished
instrumentalists in a concert of appealing contrast, from J.S Bach, to Australian
composer Anne Boyd and culminating in the celebrated Trio for Harp, Flute and Viola by Claude Debussy. This beautiful repertoire is presented by true masters of their craft.
Harp: Marshall McGuire | Flute: Neil Fisenden | Viola: Lawrence Jacks
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fused
8pm Fri 7 Dec $20
After their sell-out concert in 2006, fused is joined by percussionist extraordinaire Paul Tanner in their exploration of diverse inspirations and musical styles. This unique ensemble offers everything from interpretations of classical masterpieces to re-inventions of jazz standards, and always with a modern sensibility and compelling musicality. Experience fused in an eclectic, captivating program.
Saxophones: Matthew Styles | Piano: Mark Coughlan
Percussion: Paul Tanner | Cello: Matthew Hoy
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Program Artistic Director – Matthew Hoy
Arrive early and picnic in the gardens
Bar Open. No BYO. Café open for light snacks
Tickets: Concert 1 - $30, Concerts 2, 3, 4 - $20 General Admission
Book on 9432 9555 or in person at Fremantle Arts Centre
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Sarah Blasko
Stunning performer and entrancing vocalist, Sarah Blasko returns to Western Australia in October. Having most recently toured with a string
ensemble, this time Sarah will be joined onstage by her full rocking band in the 'Show Stopper Tour', the last for her highly acclaimed
album 'What The Sea Wants, The Sea Will Have'.
“Let’s get one thing straight: Sarah Blasko is one of the finest singers in this country right now.”
- Sunday Herald Sun
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Sun 21 Oct
6pm - 10pm
South Lawn, Fremantle Arts Centre
18+ licensed event
purchase tickets at the Arts Centre and heatseeker.com.au
$49.90 inc. booking fee
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Indigo Girls
Indigo Girls perform at Fremantle Arts Centre in their only West Australian concert
The distinctive sound of American folk rock duo the Indigo Girls returns to Australia in October and November 2007.After twenty years of making music together, Emily Saliers and Amy Ray are touring in support of their new album Despite Our Differences.
With their beautiful harmonies, practised voices and thoughtful lyrics, the Indigo Girls are a true testament to the power of folk.
In their first two decades the highly accomplished pair received seven Grammy nominations, sold more than 12 million albums and garnered great critical acclaim.
Their straight-ahead take on Americana rock, and hauntingly melodic signature sound, full of sweet hooks and intertwined, overlapping harmonies has won over critics and fans alike.
“Emily Saliers and Amy Ray weave such a taut tapestry of sound that you'd think they were a single entity.”—San Francisco Chronicle
“…they possess voices that are unflinching in pitch and emotive timbre, which they combine in harmonies that lock tighter than a battle line” —The New York Times
“Their voices soar and swoop as one…and when they sing together, they radiate a sense of shared purpose…” —Rolling Stone
Friday 2 November
6pm - 10pm
South lawn, Fremantle Arts Centre
18+ licensed event
purchase tickets at the Arts Centre and heatseeker.com.au
$69.90 + booking fee
Tickets on sale Monday 6 August
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With his new album “White Moth” reaching Gold status in Australia, XAVIER RUDD is pleased to announce he’ll be bringing the White Moth tour to Western Australia, with two very special outdoor shows at the Fremantle Arts Centre. Joining Xavier will be special guest Jeremy Fisher.
Wednesday 28 November
Fremantle Arts Centre, Fremantle
All Ages 6-9pm
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Thursday 29 November
Fremantle Arts Centre, Fremantle
Licensed Over 18’s 6-10pm
Tickets on sale Friday 5th October from; www.heatseeker.com.au , Star Surf Perth, Mills Records, Beat Music, Planet Video, all LIVE Clothing Stores & the Fremantle Arts Centre
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Having sold out pretty much every show on his “Stolen Apples” tour, and being lauded as one of the highlights of Splendour in The Grass, Paul Kelly is getting back in the tour van, and heading out for an encore set of shows. His latest album “Stolen Apples” has received some of the best reviews of his three decade career, and had the third highest chart debut of any of his 25 albums.