SYDNEY
8 February - 30 April at 7 PM Stanislavsky Method Acting Acting World provides actor training established upon the principles practiced by the famous Moscow Art Theatre. This system of training actors was developed by Konstantin Stanislavsky (it is known widely as Method Acting) and Michael Chekhov. Stanislavsky Method Acting and Michael Chekhov Acting Technique empowered many Hollywood stars to create their most memorable work on stage and films.
Acting World Short Courses are designed to give participants a practical introduction to Stanislavsky Method Acting and Michael Chekhov Acting Technique. Acting classes are suitable for both beginners and experienced actors, they run once a week. Tutor: Natela Dzuliashvili. Email: natela@acting-world.com
Address: NIDA, SYDNEY. Additional Information: www.acting-world.com
25 February - 25 April at 10 AM - 8 PM Auditions to join ensembles of violinists. Auditions to join ensembles of violinists Crickets (beginners’ level) and
Music Cascade (advanced level) are open from 1st February 2010. Full theoretical and performing support and training are available.
For detailed information call: (02) 95427942 or 0421515998
Manager, music director and teacher Natalia Tulinova. Address: venues throughout Sydney, SYDNEY. Additional Information: 0421515998
26 February - 29 March at 7.30pm La Traviata. Violetta is the toast of Paris, and life is one long party. Love has no place in her life until the fateful day she meets Alfredo. Suddenly she finds herself wanting more, but can she leave her past behind? Verdi’s score fills the theatre with his thrilling arias, emotional duets and powerful choruses. This memorable production is brought to life by an outstanding cast. Russian diva Elvira Fatykhova returns to play Violetta, Australian tenor Aldo Di Toro is the love of her life, and Jonathan Summers is his father. Hear them and weep. More info on the website. Address: Sydney Opera House, SYDNEY. Additional Information: www.sydneyoperahouse.com
8 March - 20 December at 10 am - 12.30 pm Monday mornings with the Northside Opera Study Group. Whether you are a long term opera enthusiast or a novice who wants to learn more about the subject, come and share your interest in music and opera with our friendly group. Our programmes are wide and varied and cover traditional as well as contemporary opera. Our weekly lectures are presented by distinguished artists, musicians and academics using the latest audiovisual equipment and include performances by up and coming singers as well as an annual concert by students' from the Conservatorium of Music. Fees: $20 per lecture or $100 per semester. This includes morning tea and access to our extensive library of books, DVDs and CDs. Call: Mitzi Saunders 9498 1632, Sandra Mathews 9948 6832, Jean Murphy 9439 7382, Michael Berman 9416 7779. Address: Hall Undercroft, St. David’s Uniting Church, 454 Pacific Highway, Lindfield, SYDNEY. Additional Information: MBerman@bigpond.net.au
10 March at 7.30pm JAZZ AT 72. To mark the beginning of the new JAZZ AT 72 season, we invite you to join us for a jazz tapestry of standards and original compositions.
Presenting Mike Nock and Craig Scott in performance. Tickets: $30 pre-paid, $35 at the door. Complimentary pre-concert drink between 7 and 7.30pm only. Be sure to book early to avoid disappointment as the last shows were sold out in advance. Seats are strictly limited.
Bookings: info@72erskine.com or call (02) 9299 9779. Address: 72 Erskine & The Sydney International Cultural Centre, 72 Erskine St, Sydney, SYDNEY. Additional Information: www.72erskine.com
12 March at 8 pm Russian Pop-Star Dima Bilan in Concert. First time in Australia! Only 2 shows! The winner of Eurovision 2008, Dima Bilan and his unforgettable, dynamic show specially produced for Australian auditory. Songs are in Russian and in English. Tickets from $55 to $135. Call 0410 432 777 or (02) 9596 0614. Address: Science Theatre, University of NSW, Kensington, SYDNEY. Additional Information: www.russianworld.com.au
13 March at 7 pm Jokes In Our Life. Concert of Zinoviy Komm and Vladimir Manusov, humorists and authors of the Club of Funny and Quick-Witted People in Melbourne. Tickets: $25 è $20. Address: Bondi Pavilion (upstairs), Bondi Beach, SYDNEY. Additional Information: helegabo@optusnet.com.au
14 March at 2.50pm (doors close at 3pm for broadcast) Marianna Ensemble performs Russian music live on ABC classic FM. Musicians: Maria Okunev - vocals/piano/guitar, Anna Okunev - violin,
Blake Keep - guitar, Richard Savery - saxophone/clarinet. Marianna started as a Russian duet in 2001 consisting of two sisters; Maria and Anna Okunev. In 2009 Blake Keep and Richard Savery joined the ensemble. The ensemble draws on the multi talents of its members, which between them share backgrounds in opera, jazz, folk and contemporary music. Marianna will perform a recital for "Sunday Live" show - ABC classic fm on March 14th. You can come to the venue (FREE ADMISSION) or listen live ABC Classic FM 92.9. Address: Sutherland Joan Performing Arts Centre, 597 High St, Penrith, SYDNEY. Additional Information: 4723 7611
27 March at 2 PM Free Pranic Healing Presentation! This 1 hour presentation introduces Pranic Healing: its power, possibilities and the way it works. You will find out how it works and what ailments it can help with, experience a short Pranic Healing session, have some snacks and tea. FREE ADMISSION. This presentation will take place in a private house where the number of seats is limited. So, if you want to attend, please e-mail us on info@youliveyourdream.com or call 0433 228 246 Address: On request, SYDNEY. Additional Information: www.youliveyourdream.com
29 March - 10 April at 11AM - 6 PM MUSIC OF WATER by Efim Novikov. Efim Novikov is an artist who passionately connects with beauty, kindness and humanity that exist in everything that surround us. His ocean life mixed media series connect with music. He takes us into the underwater kingdom of bright colours, bizarre shapes and unbridled fantasy. Novikov's paintings reflect human warmth, kidness, peace and harmony. He does not challenge or persuade, yet allows the audience to forget all about life's problems and go into a beautiful world. He suggests that mother nature creates amazing compositions full of colour and fantasy. Address: Deport II Gallery, 2 Danks Street, WATERLOO, SYDNEY. Additional Information: efim.novikov@mail.ru
31 March at 6 pm Exhibition Music of Water. Opening Night. Artist Efim Novikov invites you to attend the opening of his exhibition. You will have a very pleasant time with the artist. Opening and drinks from 6pm to 8pm. Address: Deport II Gallery, 2 Danks Street, WATERLOO, SYDNEY. Additional Information: efim.novikov@mail.ru
9 April at 6 pm Gathering Russian Style You are cordially invited to attend a film screening about the autumn years of a great Russian writer Leo Tolstoy “The Last Station”. This is a fundraising event to collect funds to be sent to Russian foster care families in the city of Vladimir. Delicious nibbles Russian style provided and a great ruffle with superior prizes by local businesses. Tickets are $15.00 per person. Come along and enjoy the Russian night! Contact Katerina Rubbo by e-mail: katerina.rubbo@aapt.net.au
Address: Avoca Beach Picture Theatre, SYDNEY. Additional Information: 4382 1866
10 April at 3 PM MUSICAL EXCELLENCE THAT STIRS THE SOUL AND SOOTHES THE SPIRIT. You will hear the pieces by Vivaldi, The Four Seasons, 4 concertos for violn and orchestra, Mozart Symphony No.15, Mozart Violin concert No.3 in G Major. Soloists Attilla Sautov (violin) and Christoph Blickling (chello). Enquiries: 0414 600 744 Tickets are available one hour before the concert from 2 pm. Address: Normanhurst Loreto Chapel, Pennant Hills Rd, Normanhurst, NSW, 2076, SYDNEY. Additional Information: micomanagement@gmail.com
11 April at 2 PM MUSICAL EXCELLENCE THAT STIRS THE SOUL AND SOOTHES THE SPIRIT. Again, you will hear the pieces by Vivaldi, The Four Seasons, 4 concertos for violn and orchestra, Mozart Symphony No.15, Mozart Violin concert No.3 in G Major. Soloists Attilla Sautov (violin) and Christoph Blickling (chello). Enquiries: 0414 600 744. Tickets are available one hour before the concert from 2 pm. Address: Russian Club, 7 Albert Rd, Strathfield NSW 2135, SYDNEY. Additional Information: micomanagement@gmail.com
11 April at 8pm Russian Pop-Star Valeriya in Concert. First time in Australia! Valeriya is a bright and unique star of Russian show business. Don't miss her fiery concerts! More information: info@concert.org.au Address: UNSW, The Science Theatre, Gate 14, Barker St, Kensington, SYDNEY. Additional Information: www.concert.org.au
1 May at 7.30pm Hapiness exists! Sensational Verka Serduchka, Ukranian super star of stand up comedy comes for the first time to Australia! Only one concert in Sydney! To purchase tickets call (02) 9387 5757, (02) 9700 8390 or (02) 9130 4926 Address: Star City Casino, Lyric Theatre, SYDNEY. Additional Information: 9130 4926
6 May - 9 May at 7 PM and 2 PM Pilgrim Entertainment Group presents play by Friedrich Durrenmatt The Visit of The Old Lady. The play centers on the town which was formerly a center of culture but has in the past few decades decayed into bankruptcy. Claire Zachanassian, a former resident who had since attained an incredibly great fortune is coming back to visit. She arrives and announces that she'll give the town half of a million, and half a million divided among the citizens, if... Dates: 6 May – at 8pm, 7 May – 8 pm, 8 and 9 May – 2 pm and 7 pm. This production is accompanied by English surtitles. Tickets: $35 - full, $30 conc. More info on www.pilgrimentertainment.com
Address: Fig Tree Theatre, Gate 4, High St, UNSW, Kensington, SYDNEY. Additional Information: elina1@dodo.com.au
7 May - 9 May at see timetable "The Privates". Theatre-Studio ART presents play by À. Dudarev "The Privates". Dates: 7 May 7:30 pm, 8 May 2 pm, 9 May 5 pm.
Tickets: $25, $20 conc. Free Admission for Veterans of Worl War II. This production is accompanied by English surtitles. Additional information: 0411967897, 0415205463, 99 859 208, 97 710 529
Address: Russian Club in Strathfield, 7 Albert Rd., SYDNEY. Additional Information: 0411967897, 0415205463
14 May - 16 May at see timetable "The Privates". Theatre-Studio ART presents play by À. Dudarev "The Privates". Dates: 14 May 8 pm, 15 May 2 pm and 7 pm, 16 May 6 pm
Tickets: $25, $20 conc. Free Admission for Veterans of Worl War II. This production is accompanied by English surtitles. Additional information: 0411967897, 0415205463, 99 859 208, 97 710 529
Address: Fig Tree Theatre Gate 4 High St. , SYDNEY. Additional Information: 0411967897, 0415205463
MELBOURNE
24 February - 16 March at 11AM - 5 PM Blue Dreams. The first exhibition in Australia showing the enchanting and dream-like works of Russian artist, Tania Zimina. For details call (03) 9571 0005 Address: Louey & Lane Gallery, 1136 Glenhuntly Rd, Glen Huntly, Victoria 3163, MELBOURNE. Additional Information: www.loueyandlane.com.au
11 March at 8 pm Russian Pop-Star Dima Bilan in Concert. First time in Australia! Only 2 shows! The winner of Eurovision 2008, Dima Bilan and his unforgettable, dynamic show specially produced for Australian auditory. Songs are in Russian and in English. Tickets from $55 to $135. Call 0410 432 777 or (02) 9596 0614. Address: Dallas Brooks Centre, 300 Albert St, East Melbourne, MELBOURNE. Additional Information: 0425 705 152
9 April at 8pm Russian Pop-Star Valeriya in Concert. First time in Australia! Valeriya is a bright and unique star of Russian show business. Don't miss her fiery concerts! More information: info@concert.org.au Address: Dallas Brooks Centre, 300 Albert St, East Melbourne, MELBOURNE. Additional Information: www.concert.org.au
2 May at 7.30pm Hapiness exists! Sensational Verka Serduchka, Ukranian super star of stand up comedy comes for the first time to Australia! Only one concert in Melbourne! To purchase tickets call (03) 9576 7388, (03) 9534 6988, 0413 624 777 Address: Melbourne Convention Centre, New Auditorium, MELBOURNE. Additional Information: 9576 7388
BRISBANE
18 April at 2 PM MUSICAL EXCELLENCE THAT STIRS THE SOUL AND SOOTHES THE SPIRIT. J.S.BACH Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No.7 Soloist Suzanna Hlinka (Czech), A.VIVALDI, The Four Seasons for violin and orchestra, soloist Attilla Sautov, J. HAYDN, Concerto for Cello and Orchestra in D major Christoph Blickling (Germany). Enquiries: 0414 600 744. Tickets are available one hour before the concert from 1pm. Address: Graceville Uniting Church, Oxley Road and Verney Road East Graceville, BRISBANE. Additional Information: micomanagement@gmail.com
CANBERRA
4 December - 5 April at 9 PM - 6 PM Masterpieces From Paris. Exhibition Post-impressionism from the Musee D'Orsay. This exhibition explores the various styles through the paintings of Vincent van Gogh, Paul Gauguin, Paul Cezanne and Georges Seurat, as well as other significant artists including Pierre Bonnard, Maurice Denis, Claude Maunet, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec and Edouard Vuillard. Buy tickets and more info: http://nga.gov.au/Home/Default.cfm Address: National Gallery of Australia, Parkes Pl, Parkes ACT 2600, CANBERRA. Additional Information: (02) 6240 6411