THE LIVE MUSIC PROGRAM*
The Big M Beach Concert
Sensational Aussie (and NZ!) performers come together on the St Kilda
foreshore for this Festival tradition. Always a huge attraction!
Featuring: Julia Darling; Rebecca's Empire; The Dave Graney Show; Deadstar;
MetaBass; Professor Ratbaggy; Violetine; Shihad; and Soma Rasa. From
midday to 10.30pm.
PBS Global Experience
A world music stage in Alfred Square, celebrating a diversity of musical
culture from the far flung corners of the planet. Featuring: The Habibis;
Vardos; MC Trey; Uncle Bill; Juju; Ruby Fruit Jungle; and Brolga Boys.
From midday to 7.00pm.
Indie in the Park
An eclectic selection of some of the best unsigned bands in Melbourne, in
O'Donnell Gardens (in front of Luna Park). Featuring Charlie Marshall and
the Body Electric; On; Cheezlekane; Bernie Hayes; and Git. From midday to
5.00pm.
Jazz On The Corner
As afternoon turns into evening, indy music turns into jazz in O'Donnell
Gardens. Featuring: Ish Ish; The Catholics; Baecastuff; and Decoy. From
6.00pm to 10.00pm.
Veludo Acland Street Stage
Great local bands, on the corner of Acland and Barkly Streets. Featuring:
Hot Tub; Bakers Daughter; Bobby Valentine; Dianne Kiss; Paul Williamson
and Jane Clifton; Ruby Carter; The Hot Band; and Andy Cohen. From midday
to 8.00pm
We Iri We Homeborn Indigenous Stage
A new program for the St Kilda Festival. This Koori and Torres Strait
Islander stage will feature a great line-up of indigenous musicians
performing a wide range of music. In the beautiful Catani Gardens, with
market stalls featuring Koori arts and crafts from across the state. From
midday to 5.00pm.
Country 'n' Espy
Hot diggety - another new program for 2000! Hoe down as one of St Kilda's
favourite live venues presents: Dan Brodie and the Broken Arrows;
Shonkytonk; Crane Trash featuring Anthony Morgan; The Violent Mood Swings;
Lisa Miller; The Loose Lariats; and Teddy Turner and the Bunsen Burners.
At the Esplanade Hotel.
*All details correct at time of publishing.
St Kilda Film Festival
30 MAY - 4 JUNE
THE GEORGE CINEMAS & THE PALAIS THEATRE
The St Kilda Film festival is now in its seventeenth year and continues
to be Australia’s premier national short film competition.
This year the festival presents one week of total short film madness.
Experience the infamous Gala Opening night at the Palais Theatre.
Review the best short films Australia has to offer. Dance to an
international music video showcase featuring the world’s most
influential and notorious talent.
Explore new Australian CD ROM works, including ground breaking
interactive documentaries. Be amazed by our Fusion program where live
performers interact with digital projection. Enjoy a special Tropfest
showcase. Check out our massive industry market day, where you can get hot
tips from industry players, suppliers and funding organisations.
A strictly limited number of Festival Passes* are now on sale
$50/$40 Conc
Passes can be purchased at the George Cinemas 9534 6922 or the Palais
Theatre 9537 2444
* Conditions apply
Single session tickets from $12
($8 Conc) at the Door
Opening Night $18 ($13 Conc)
The St Kilda Film Festival is proudly produced and presented by the
City of Port Phillip with assistance from Cinemedia the Australian Film
Commission and the Australian Film Institute. The Festival is sponsored by
Hahn Premium Light, Network 10 and Telstra.
The St Kilda Film Festival acknowledges the financial assistance of
Cinemedia and the Australian Film Commission.
For information about the program visit the Festival website or call
the Festival hotline : 9209 6711.
www.stkildafilmfest.com.au
Port Phillip Community Festival
| Date: |
November 2000 |
| Times: |
10.00am - 5.00pm |
| Venue: |
Alma Park |
| Address: |
Alma Road, East St Kilda |
| Mel. Ref. |
Map 58 - E9 |
The new Port Phillip Community Festival brings together elements of the
Garden & Multicultural Festival, previously held at the St Kilda
Botanical Gardens, and Gasworks Park's Mayor's Community Day, embracing
all sections of the Port Phillip community.
This festival celebrates the diversity brought to the City of Port
Phillip by people who have come from all over the world to settle here.
The festival's programming targets all ages - children, young people,
families and older people.
All residents are welcome and encouraged to join in the festive spirit,
entertainment, foods, interactive activities and the beautiful surrounds
of Alma Park.
Port Melbourne Festival
Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 March 2000.
The event will be held in Port Melbourne at Edwards Park and Murphy's
Reserve. The program is currently being prepared, though it is sure to be
an event filled with entertainment for the whole family. Proudly supported
by the City of Port Phillip. Enquiries; Jane Crawley, at the Port
Melbourne Neighbourhood House, on 9646 2824.
Festivals & Events / Cultural Development: General Information
Office Location: First Floor, South Melbourne Town Hall
208-220 Bank Street
South Melbourne 3205
Postal Address: Festivals and Events
City of Port Phillip
Private Bag 3
PO St Kilda 3182
Fax Number: (03) 9209 6634
Office Hours: Telephone Lines open 8:45 - 5:15 pm Mon-Fri.
ADMINISTRATION
Cultural Development Administration Line: (03) 9209 6139.
INFORMATION
For information about 'What's On' for any of City of Port Phillip's
festivals telephone the infoline on (03) 9209 6711.
PRODUCTION:
If you are interested in having a stall at the St Kilda Festival call the
Production Manager (03) 9209 6139.
City of Port Phillip's Cultural Development Unit facilitates the
production of festivals and events throughout Port Phillip each year.
The major events and festivals planned for 2000 are:
- Port Phillip Community Festival
- St Kilda Festival
- St Kilda Film Festival
