Diary Dates

JANUARY 2008

January 2 - 7

MUSIC CAMP: The Lake School of Celtic Music & Song is essentially a music/poetry/singing camp for adults. Find details on the website www.bushwahzee.com or phone 0413 801 294

Saturday January 5

CONCERT: Society Syncopators at Minya Winery. Chris Ludowyk and the boys turn out super traditional jazz, with the occasional gearshift through classic jazz to mainstream to pre-rock rhythm and blues. 7.30pm at Minya winery, Minya Lane. Connewarre. Tickets $30 includes a glass of Minya wine, book at GPAC 5225 1200, details: www.theminya.com.au

Thursday January 10

Guided Walk: Heritage Tree walk at Geelong Botanic Garden. Meet your guide 6pm at the entrance steps. Free.

January 11, 12, 18 & 19

MUSICAL: Tommy in concert. Pete Townsend and The Who's big rock musical performed in concert directed by Scott Ponsford, musical director Annie Bourke, vocal director Lynda Morrow for Geelong Musical Comedy Company. 8pm in the Ford Theatre, book at GPAC 5225 1200.

Saturday January 12

CONCERT: Andrea Marr brings her sassy, soulful blues, raw passion and great delivery to Minya. In 2005 she won the coveted “Blues Performer of the Year Award” in the International Blues Challenge in Memphis Tennessee. 7.30pm at Minya winery, Minya Lane. Connewarre. Tickets $30.includes a glass of Minya wine, book at GPAC 5225 1200, details: www.theminya.com.au

Thursday Jan 17

CONCERT: Geelong Summer Music Camp's annual finale concert puts 120 of the region's finest young musicians on stage showing their best. 7pm in the Costa Hall, Gheringhap St. Tickets at GPAC 5225 1200.

Saturday January 26

CONCERT: Buzz class quartet whose repertoire is from Bach to Brubeck. Phil Ryan, Clint Allen on Trumpet,. Lisa Howlownia on French Horn, & Greg Aitken on Trombone. 7.30pm at Minya winery, Minya Lane. Connewarre. Tickets $30 include a glass of Minya wine Book at GPAC 5225 1200 details: www.theminya.com.au

Sunday Jan 27

Guided Walk: Australian Heritage plants at Geelong Botanic Gardens. Free, meet your guide 6pm at the entrance steps.

Wednesday January 30

PLAY READING: Geelong Rep's monthly evening of play reading, (listening or interjecting) begins 7pm in the Woodbin Theatre, Coronation St. Cost is $2 plus a plate to share. Prepare for a fun social evening with like minded people. Find more details on 0425 751 307 or at ellis@sunet.com.au

FEBRUARY

February 1, 2, 7, 8, 9,(10*) 14, 15, 16

PLAY: Lysistrata directed by Bruce Murray for Geelong Rep. A new director to Rep brings Aristophanes' classic Greek tale of warrior's striking wives. All performances 8pm, except Sunday matinee (*) at 2pm. Woodbin Theatre, 15 Coronation St Geelong West. (Melway 228 A2) Tickets $20, $18 & $12 book at GPAC 5225 1200 - or at the theatre 45 mins prior to performance.

Sunday February 3

MUSIC: Twilight Music at the Geelong Botanic Gardens features trad jazz from The Lousianna Shakers. 5.30pm – 7.30pm on the teahouse lawn. Admission $10 single $25 per family

February 5, 6*, 7, 8, 9*

MUSICAL: Menopause The Musical directed by Gary Young for JAYLA and GFOUR.
GPAC's 2008 Theatre season kicks off with a touring version of a world-hit fun musical. 8pm (and 1pm on 6th & 9th *) in the Ford Theatre. Tickets $47, $40, $27 or $16.60 at GPAC 5225 1200

Wed Feb 6 & Thu Feb 7

MUSICAL: The Mikado, Gilbert & Sullivan favourite operetta presented by slimmed-down touring company as part of GPAC's Musical Mornings series. 10.30am in the Ford Theatre, tickets $15.40 includes a cuppa. Book at GPAC 5225 1200.

CONCERT: The Ugly Uncles (led by ABC’s Deryck Guill) return to Minya for another night of fun, frivolity and music with jug inspired blues, folk, jazz and anything else that may come to mind. 7.at Minya winery, Minya Lane. Connewarre. Tickets $30 includes a glass of Minya wine. Book at GPAC 5225 1200, details: www.theminya.com.au

MUSIC: Twilight Music at the Geelong Botanic Gardens features Celtic folk from Donegal Express. 5.30pm – 7.30pm on the teahouse lawn. Admission $10 single $25 per family

Sunday February 17

MUSIC: Twilight Music at the Geelong Botanic Gardens features jazz from Barry Edwards and the Jazz Connection. 5.30pm – 7.30pm on the teahouse lawn. Admission $10 single $25 per family

February 22, 23, 27, 28, 29 March 1*, 5, 6, 7 & 8*

MUSICAL: Cats directed by Darylin Ramondo for Footlight Productions. Andrew Lloyd Webber's fine adaptation of T S Eliot's feline book in its logical home. 8pm (and 2pm on March 1*) in the Ford Theatre. Price & booking at GPAC 5225 1200.

CONCERT: Flap! Bring a distinctive mix of eclectic influences that are old, new, jazz ‘n pop ‘n folk ‘n much more. 7.30pm at Minya winery, Minya Lane. Connewarre. Tickets $30 includea glass of Minya wine. Book at GPAC 5225 1200, details: www.theminya.com.au

Wed Feb 27 & Thu Feb 28

CONCERT: Denis Walter in concert. Favourite Geelong entertainer in his hometown as part of GPAC's Musical Mornings. 10.30am in the Ford Theatre, tickets $15.40 includes a cuppa. Book at GPAC 5225 1200.

Wednesday February 27

PLAY READING: Geelong Rep's monthly evening of play reading, (listening or interjecting) begins 7pm in the Woodbin Theatre, Coronation St. Cost is $2 plus a plate to share. Prepare for a fun social evening with like minded people. Find more details on 0425 751 307 or at ellis@sunet.com.au

MARCH

March 7, 8, 9, 10

FESTIVAL: Port Fairy Folk Festival takes over the tiny coastal township for the long holiday weekend filling it with top-rated international and Australian musical acts. More on www.portfairyfolkfestival.com

Saturday March 8

CONCERT: The Fourth Realm classy, glamorous group from Sydney where Kiss, Abba, and the Moody Blues meets the world of tradition. Spectacular sisters Ingrid and Tahlia Racz sing, with Jackie Luke on Hammered Dulcimer and Greg Wilson on Harp. 7.30pm at Minya winery, Minya lane. Connewarre. Tickets $30 include a glass of Minya wine. Book at GPAC 5225 1200, details: www.theminya.com.au

March 11, 12*, 13, 14, 15*

MUSICAL: Keating! The Musical directed by Neil Armfield for Company B. The touring version of the musical we had to have arrives as part of GPAC's 2008 theatre season. 8pm (and 1pm on 12th & 15th *) in the Ford Theatre. Tickets $47, $40, $27 or $16.60 at GPAC 5225 1200

Wed 19 & Thu 20 March

CONCERT: Annalisa Kerrigan sings the lyrical songs of Ireland, presented as part of GPAC's Musical Mornings. 10.30am in the Ford Theatre, tickets $15.40 includes a cuppa. Book at GPAC 5225 1200.

March 20, 21, 22, 23, 24

FESTIVAL: The National Folk Festival - simply the nation's best music festival takes over EPIC in Canberra for the long Easter holiday weekend. On stage will be a glorious wealth of some 500 entertainers and NSW is the featured state. Find details and book on www.folkfestival.asn.au/

Wednesday March 26

PLAY READING: Geelong Rep's monthly evening of play reading, (listening or interjecting) begins 7pm in the Woodbin Theatre, Coronation St. Cost is $2 plus a plate to share. Prepare for a fun social evening with like minded people. Find more details on 0425 751 307 or at ellis@sunet.com.au

April 10, 11, 12*

PLAY: As You Like It directed by John Bell for Bell Shakespeare Company.
Favourite Shakespearian comedy experience directed by a master of surprise arrives as part of GPAC's 2008 season. 8pm (also1pm on Sat 12th *) in the Ford Theatre. Tickets $47, $40, $27 or $16.60 at GPAC 5225 1200

April 11, 12, 17, 18, 19,(20*) 24, 25, 26

PLAY: Little Murders directed by Geoff Gaskill for Geelong Rep. Accomplished Rep director brings Jules Feiffer's black comedy of assassination to the tiny stage. All performances 8pm, except Sunday matinee (*) at 2pm. Woodbin Theatre, 15 Coronation St Geelong West. (Melway 228 A2) Tickets $20, $18 & $12 book at GPAC 5225 1200 - or at the theatre 45 mins prior to performance.

Saturday April 26

CONCERT: Jan Preston - The end of Vintage Concert . Australia's foremost boogie woogie pianist is also a leading blues / jazz artist and she writes most of the TV themes you'll hear today. Expect to be left in raptures.. 7pm at Minya winery, Minya lane. Connewarre. Dinner and show $50. Southern Style Buffet & free glass of Minya wine. Book at GPAC 5225 1200, more details: www.theminya.com.au

Wed April 30 & Thu May 1

CONCERT: Julie Anthony brings her one-woman show to as part of GPAC's Musical Mornings. 10.30am in the Ford Theatre, tickets $15.40 includes a cuppa. Book at GPAC 5225 1200.

Wednesday April 30

PLAY READING: Geelong Rep's monthly evening of play reading, (listening or interjecting) begins 7pm in the Woodbin Theatre, Coronation St. Cost is $2 plus a plate to share. Prepare for a fun social evening with like minded people. Find more details on 0425 751 307 or at ellis@sunet.com.au

MAY

Thursday May 1

CONCERT: Julie Anthony brings her one-woman show to as part of GPAC's Musical Mornings. 10.30am in the Ford Theatre, tickets $15.40 includes a cuppa. Book at GPAC 5225 1200.

May 6, 7*, 8

PLAY: Heroes directed by Jon Halpin for Queensland Theatre Company. Robert Alexander, Max Gillies and Dennis Olsen star in a gentle comedy of masculine ageing. Part of GPAC's 2008 season. 8pm (also1pm on Wed 7th *) in the Ford Theatre. Tickets $47, $40, $27 or $16.60 at GPAC 5225 12

May 15, 16, 17*

PLAY: The 39 Steps directed by Maria Aitken for Melbourne Theatre Company. MTC stage version of the classic Hitchcock film - in glorious colour - and it's now a comedy! Part of GPAC's 2008 season. 8pm (also1pm on Sat 17th *) in the Ford Theatre. Tickets $47, $40, $27 or $16.60 at GPAC 5225 1200

Wednesday May 28

PLAY READING: Geelong Rep's monthly evening of play reading, (listening or interjecting) begins 7pm in the Woodbin Theatre, Coronation St. Cost is $2 plus a plate to share. Prepare for a fun social evening with like minded people. Find more details on 0425 751 307 or at ellis@sunet.com.au

JUNE

Wed June 11 & Thu June 12

MUSICAL: A Day At The Great Music Hall slimmed-down touring company brings favourite songs as part of GPAC's Musical Mornings. 10.30am in the Ford Theatre, tickets $15.40 includes a cuppa. Book at GPAC 5225 1200.

June 20, 21, 26, 27, 28 (29*) July 2, 3, 4 & 5

PLAY: Cloudstreet directed by Mike Ellis for Geelong Rep. Much-anticipated stage adaptation of Tim Winton's epic novel shoe-horned on to the tiny Woodbin stage by experienced director Ellis. All performances 7pm, except Sunday matinee (*) at 1pm. Woodbin Theatre, 15 Coronation St Geelong West. (Melway 228 A2) Tickets $20, $18 & $12 book at GPAC 5225 1200 - or at the theatre 45 mins prior to performance.

Wednesday June 25

PLAY READING: Geelong Rep's monthly evening of play reading, (listening or interjecting) begins 7pm in the Woodbin Theatre, Coronation St. Cost is $2 plus a plate to share. Prepare for a fun social evening with like minded people. Find more details on 0425 751 307 or at ellis@sunet.com.au

JULY

July 2, 3, 4 & 5

PLAY: Cloudstreet directed by Mike Ellis for Geelong Rep. Much-anticipated stage adaptation of Tim Winton's epic novel shoe-horned on to the tiny Woodbin stage by experienced director Ellis. All performances 7pm, except Sunday matinee (*) at 1pm. Woodbin Theatre, 15 Coronation St Geelong West. (Melway 228 A2) Tickets $20, $18 & $12 book at GPAC 5225 1200 - or at the theatre 45 mins prior to performance.

Wednesday July 30

PLAY READING: Geelong Rep's monthly evening of play reading, (listening or interjecting) begins 7pm in the Woodbin Theatre, Coronation St. Cost is $2 plus a plate to share. Prepare for a fun social evening with like minded people. Find more details on 0425 751 307 or at ellis@sunet.com.au

July 31, August 1, 2*

PLAY: The Spook directed by Tom Healey for Malthouse Theatre. Whimsical Australian comedy on the workings of ASIO at grass-roots level. Part of GPAC's 2008 season. 8pm (also 1pm on Sat 2nd *) in the Ford Theatre. Tickets $47, $40, $27 or $16.60 at GPAC 5225 1200

August 21, 22, 23*

PLAY: Times Of My Life directed by Tony Sheldon for Christine Dunstan Productions. Stage autobiography of Toni Lamond directed by her son. Australian stage history, part of GPAC's 2008 season. 8pm (also1pm on Sat 23rd *) in the Ford Theatre. Tickets $47, $40, $27 or $16.60 at GPAC 5225 1200

August 29, 30, September 4, 5, 6, (7*) 11, 12 & 13

PLAY: Ruby Moon directed by Doug Mann for Geelong Rep. Matt Cameron's powerful drama of a family's reaction when a child goes missing is in thesure hands of experienced director Mann making his Rep debut. All performances 8pm, except Sunday matinee (*) at 2pm. Woodbin Theatre, 15 Coronation St Geelong West. (Melway 228 A2) Tickets $20, $18 & $12 book at GPAC 5225 1200 - or at the theatre 45 mins prior to performance.

Wednesday August 27

PLAY READING: Geelong Rep's monthly evening of play reading, (listening or interjecting) begins 7pm in the Woodbin Theatre, Coronation St. Cost is $2 plus a plate to share. Prepare for a fun social evening with like minded people. Find more details on 0425 751 307 or at ellis@sunet.com.au

SEPTEMBER

September 4, 5, 6, (7*) 11, 12 & 13

PLAY: Ruby Moon directed by Doug Mann for Geelong Rep. Matt Cameron's powerful drama of a family's reaction when a child goes missing is in the sure hands of experienced director Mann making his Rep debut. All performances 8pm, except Sunday matinee (*) at 2pm. Woodbin Theatre, 15 Coronation St Geelong West. (Melway 228 A2) Tickets $20, $18 & $12 book at GPAC 5225 1200 - or at the theatre 45 mins prior to performance.

September 4, 5, 6*

PLAY: McReele directed by Sandra Bates for Ensemble Theatre. Tense US racial drama arrives as part of GPAC's 2008 theatre season. 8pm (also1pm on Sat 6th *) in the Ford Theatre. Tickets $47, $40, $27 or $16.60 at GPAC 5225 1200

Wednesday September 24

PLAY READING: Geelong Rep's monthly evening of play reading, (listening or interjecting) begins 7pm in the Woodbin Theatre, Coronation St. Cost is $2 plus a plate to share. Prepare for a fun social evening with like minded people. Find more details on 0425 751 307 or at ellis@sunet.com.au

October 7, 8, 9, 10, 11*

PLAY: Ninety directed by Simon Phillips for Melbourne Theatre Company. Insightful social drama by Joanna Murray Smith arrives as part of GPAC's 2008 theatre season. 8pm (also1pm on Sat 11th *) in the Blakiston Theatre. Tickets $47, $40, $27 or $16.60 at GPAC 5225 1200

Saturday Oct 11 (5.30pm) Sunday Oct 12 (2pm)

CONCERT: Geelong's Concert of the Decade VII puts the region's finest entertainers into the city's best venue presenting music from every decade. Simply, this is Geelong's best concert. Presented by Drop Of A Hat Productions in the Costa Hall, tickets $15 at City Hall (from date to be announced)

Wednesday October 29

PLAY READING: Geelong Rep's monthly evening of play reading, (listening or interjecting) begins 7pm in the Woodbin Theatre, Coronation St. Cost is $2 plus a plate to share. Prepare for a fun social evening with like minded people. Find more details on 0425 751 307 or at ellis@sunet.com.au

October 31, Nov 1, 2 & 3

FESTIVAL: Maldon Folk Festival - long rated both 'the musician's festival' and 'the friendliest music festival' - sees some 200 of the best musos take over the township for the whole long weekend. Find details and book on www.maldonfolkfestival.com/

NOVEMBER

Nov 1, 2 & 3

FESTIVAL: Maldon Folk Festival - long rated both 'the musician's festival' and 'the friendliest music festival' - sees some 200 of the best musos take over the township for the whole long weekend. Find details and book on www.maldonfolkfestival.com

November 21, 22, 27, 28, 29 (30*) December 4, 5 & 6

PLAY: A Bedfull Of Foreigners directed by Sarah Freeman for Geelong Rep. Ripe and mature English comedy written by Benny Hill Show writer Dave Freeman directed by a no-relation namesake. All performances 8pm, except Sunday matinee (*) at 2pm. Woodbin Theatre, 15 Coronation St Geelong West. (Melway 228 A2) Tickets $20, $18 & $12 book at GPAC 5225 1200 - or at the theatre 45 mins prior to performance.

Wednesday November 26

PLAY READING: Geelong Rep's monthly evening of play reading, (listening or interjecting) begins 7pm in the Woodbin Theatre, Coronation St. Cost is $2
plus a plate to share. Prepare for a fun social evening with like minded people. Find more details on 0425 751 307 or at ellis@sunet.com.au

DECEMBER

December 4, 5 & 6

PLAY: A Bedfull Of Foreigners directed by Sarah Freeman for Geelong Rep. Ripe and mature English comedy written by Benny Hill Show writer Dave Freeman directed by a no-relation namesake. All performances 8pm, except Sunday matinee (*) at 2pm. Woodbin Theatre, 15 Coronation St Geelong West. (Melway 228 A2) Tickets $20, $18 & $12 book at GPAC 5225 1200 - or at the theatre 45 mins prior to performance.



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JANUARY 2008 January 2 - 7 MUSIC CAMP: The Lake School of Celtic Music & Song is essentially a music/poetry/singing camp for adults. Find details on the website www.bushwahzee.com or phone 0413 801 294 Saturday January 5 CONCERT: Society Syncopators at Minya Winery. Chris Ludowyk and the boys turn out super traditional jazz, with the occasional gearshift through classic jazz to mainstream to pre-rock rhythm and blues. 7.30pm at Minya winery, Minya Lane. Connewarre. Tickets $30 includes a glass of Minya wine, book at GPAC 5225 1200, details: www.theminya.com.au Thursday January 10 Guided Walk: Heritage Tree walk at Geelong Botanic Garden. Meet your guide 6pm at the entrance steps. Free. January 11, 12, 18 & 19 MUSICAL: Tommy in concert. Pete Townsend and The Who's big rock musical performed in concert directed by Scott Ponsford, musical director Annie Bourke, vocal director Lynda Morrow for Geelong Musical Comedy Company. 8pm in the Ford Theatre, book at GPAC 5225 1200. Saturday January 12 CONCERT: Andrea Marr brings her sassy, soulful blues, raw passion and great delivery to Minya. In 2005 she won the coveted “Blues Performer of the Year Award” in the International Blues Challenge in Memphis Tennessee. 7.30pm at Minya winery, Minya Lane. Connewarre. Tickets $30.includes a glass of Minya wine, book at GPAC 5225 1200, details: www.theminya.com.au Thursday Jan 17 CONCERT: Geelong Summer Music Camp's annual finale concert puts 120 of the region's finest young musicians on stage showing their best. 7pm in the Costa Hall, Gheringhap St. Tickets at GPAC 5225 1200. Saturday January 26 CONCERT: Buzz class quartet whose repertoire is from Bach to Brubeck. Phil Ryan, Clint Allen on Trumpet,. Lisa Howlownia on French Horn, & Greg Aitken on Trombone. 7.30pm at Minya winery, Minya Lane. Connewarre. Tickets $30 include a glass of Minya wine Book at GPAC 5225 1200 details: www.theminya.com.au Sunday Jan 27 Guided Walk: Australian Heritage plants at Geelong Botanic Gardens. Free, meet your guide 6pm at the entrance steps. Wednesday January 30 PLAY READING: Geelong Rep's monthly evening of play reading, (listening or interjecting) begins 7pm in the Woodbin Theatre, Coronation St. Cost is $2 plus a plate to share. Prepare for a fun social evening with like minded people. Find more details on 0425 751 307 or at ellis@sunet.com.au FEBRUARY February 1, 2, 7, 8, 9,(10) 14, 15, 16 PLAY: Lysistrata directed by Bruce Murray for Geelong Rep. A new director to Rep brings Aristophanes' classic Greek tale of warrior's striking wives. All performances 8pm, except Sunday matinee () at 2pm. Woodbin Theatre, 15 Coronation St Geelong West. (Melway 228 A2) Tickets $20, $18 & $12 book at GPAC 5225 1200 - or at the theatre 45 mins prior to performance. Sunday February 3 MUSIC: Twilight Music at the Geelong Botanic Gardens features trad jazz from The Lousianna Shakers. 5.30pm – 7.30pm on the teahouse lawn. Admission $10 single $25 per family February 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 MUSICAL: Menopause The Musical directed by Gary Young for JAYLA and GFOUR. GPAC's 2008 Theatre season kicks off with a touring version of a world-hit fun musical. 8pm (and 1pm on 6th & 9th ) in the Ford Theatre. Tickets $47, $40, $27 or $16.60 at GPAC 5225 1200 Wed Feb 6 & Thu Feb 7 MUSICAL: The Mikado, Gilbert & Sullivan favourite operetta presented by slimmed-down touring company as part of GPAC's Musical Mornings series. 10.30am in the Ford Theatre, tickets $15.40 includes a cuppa. Book at GPAC 5225 1200. Saturday February 9 CONCERT: The Ugly Uncles (led by ABC’s Deryck Guill) return to Minya for another night of fun, frivolity and music with jug inspired blues, folk, jazz and anything else that may come to mind. 7.at Minya winery, Minya Lane. Connewarre. Tickets $30 includes a glass of Minya wine. Book at GPAC 5225 1200, details: www.theminya.com.au Sunday February 10 MUSIC: Twilight Music at the Geelong Botanic Gardens features Celtic folk from Donegal Express. 5.30pm – 7.30pm on the teahouse lawn. Admission $10 single $25 per family Sunday February 17 MUSIC: Twilight Music at the Geelong Botanic Gardens features jazz from Barry Edwards and the Jazz Connection. 5.30pm – 7.30pm on the teahouse lawn. Admission $10 single $25 per family February 22, 23, 27, 28, 29 March 1, 5, 6, 7 & 8* MUSICAL: Cats directed by Darylin Ramondo for Footlight Productions. Andrew Lloyd Webber's fine adaptation of T S Eliot's feline book in its logical home. 8pm (and 2pm on March 1) in the Ford Theatre. Price & booking at GPAC 5225 1200. Saturday February 23 CONCERT: Flap! Bring a distinctive mix of eclectic influences that are old, new, jazz ‘n pop ‘n folk ‘n much more. 7.30pm at Minya winery, Minya Lane. Connewarre. Tickets $30 includea glass of Minya wine. Book at GPAC 5225 1200, details: www.theminya.com.au Wed Feb 27 & Thu Feb 28 CONCERT: Denis Walter in concert. Favourite Geelong entertainer in his hometown as part of GPAC's Musical Mornings. 10.30am in the Ford Theatre, tickets $15.40 includes a cuppa. Book at GPAC 5225 1200. Wednesday February 27 PLAY READING: Geelong Rep's monthly evening of play reading, (listening or interjecting) begins 7pm in the Woodbin Theatre, Coronation St. Cost is $2 plus a plate to share. Prepare for a fun social evening with like minded people. Find more details on 0425 751 307 or at ellis@sunet.com.au MARCH* March 7, 8, 9, 10 FESTIVAL: Port Fairy Folk Festival takes over the tiny coastal township for the long holiday weekend filling it with top-rated international and Australian musical acts. More on www.portfairyfolkfestival.com Saturday March 8 CONCERT: The Fourth Realm classy, glamorous group from Sydney where Kiss, Abba, and the Moody Blues meets the world of tradition. Spectacular sisters Ingrid and Tahlia Racz sing, with Jackie Luke on Hammered Dulcimer and Greg Wilson on Harp. 7.30pm at Minya winery, Minya lane. Connewarre. Tickets $30 include a glass of Minya wine. Book at GPAC 5225 1200, details: www.theminya.com.au March 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 MUSICAL: Keating! The Musical directed by Neil Armfield for Company B. The touring version of the musical we had to have arrives as part of GPAC's 2008 theatre season. 8pm (and 1pm on 12th & 15th ) in the Ford Theatre. Tickets $47, $40, $27 or $16.60 at GPAC 5225 1200 Wed 19 & Thu 20 March CONCERT: Annalisa Kerrigan sings the lyrical songs of Ireland, presented as part of GPAC's Musical Mornings. 10.30am in the Ford Theatre, tickets $15.40 includes a cuppa. Book at GPAC 5225 1200. March 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 FESTIVAL: The National Folk Festival - simply the nation's best music festival takes over EPIC in Canberra for the long Easter holiday weekend. On stage will be a glorious wealth of some 500 entertainers and NSW is the featured state. Find details and book on www.folkfestival.asn.au/ Wednesday March 26 PLAY READING: Geelong Rep's monthly evening of play reading, (listening or interjecting) begins 7pm in the Woodbin Theatre, Coronation St. Cost is $2 plus a plate to share. Prepare for a fun social evening with like minded people. Find more details on 0425 751 307 or at ellis@sunet.com.au APRIL* April 10, 11, 12* PLAY: As You Like It directed by John Bell for Bell Shakespeare Company. Favourite Shakespearian comedy experience directed by a master of surprise arrives as part of GPAC's 2008 season. 8pm (also1pm on Sat 12th ) in the Ford Theatre. Tickets $47, $40, $27 or $16.60 at GPAC 5225 1200 April 11, 12, 17, 18, 19,(20) 24, 25, 26 PLAY: Little Murders directed by Geoff Gaskill for Geelong Rep. Accomplished Rep director brings Jules Feiffer's black comedy of assassination to the tiny stage. All performances 8pm, except Sunday matinee () at 2pm. Woodbin Theatre, 15 Coronation St Geelong West. (Melway 228 A2) Tickets $20, $18 & $12 book at GPAC 5225 1200 - or at the theatre 45 mins prior to performance. Saturday April 26 CONCERT: Jan Preston - The end of Vintage Concert . Australia's foremost boogie woogie pianist is also a leading blues / jazz artist and she writes most of the TV themes you'll hear today. Expect to be left in raptures.. 7pm at Minya winery, Minya lane. Connewarre. Dinner and show $50. Southern Style Buffet & free glass of Minya wine. Book at GPAC 5225 1200, more details: www.theminya.com.au Wed April 30 & Thu May 1 CONCERT: Julie Anthony brings her one-woman show to as part of GPAC's Musical Mornings. 10.30am in the Ford Theatre, tickets $15.40 includes a cuppa. Book at GPAC 5225 1200. Wednesday April 30 PLAY READING: Geelong Rep's monthly evening of play reading, (listening or interjecting) begins 7pm in the Woodbin Theatre, Coronation St. Cost is $2 plus a plate to share. Prepare for a fun social evening with like minded people. Find more details on 0425 751 307 or at ellis@sunet.com.au MAY* Thursday May 1 CONCERT: Julie Anthony brings her one-woman show to as part of GPAC's Musical Mornings. 10.30am in the Ford Theatre, tickets $15.40 includes a cuppa. Book at GPAC 5225 1200. May 6, 7, 8 PLAY: Heroes directed by Jon Halpin for Queensland Theatre Company. Robert Alexander, Max Gillies and Dennis Olsen star in a gentle comedy of masculine ageing. Part of GPAC's 2008 season. 8pm (also1pm on Wed 7th ) in the Ford Theatre. Tickets $47, $40, $27 or $16.60 at GPAC 5225 12 May 15, 16, 17* PLAY: The 39 Steps directed by Maria Aitken for Melbourne Theatre Company. MTC stage version of the classic Hitchcock film - in glorious colour - and it's now a comedy! Part of GPAC's 2008 season. 8pm (also1pm on Sat 17th ) in the Ford Theatre. Tickets $47, $40, $27 or $16.60 at GPAC 5225 1200 Wednesday May 28 PLAY READING: Geelong Rep's monthly evening of play reading, (listening or interjecting) begins 7pm in the Woodbin Theatre, Coronation St. Cost is $2 plus a plate to share. Prepare for a fun social evening with like minded people. Find more details on 0425 751 307 or at ellis@sunet.com.au JUNE* Wed June 11 & Thu June 12 MUSICAL: A Day At The Great Music Hall slimmed-down touring company brings favourite songs as part of GPAC's Musical Mornings. 10.30am in the Ford Theatre, tickets $15.40 includes a cuppa. Book at GPAC 5225 1200. June 20, 21, 26, 27, 28 (29) July 2, 3, 4 & 5 PLAY: Cloudstreet directed by Mike Ellis for Geelong Rep. Much-anticipated stage adaptation of Tim Winton's epic novel shoe-horned on to the tiny Woodbin stage by experienced director Ellis. All performances 7pm, except Sunday matinee () at 1pm. Woodbin Theatre, 15 Coronation St Geelong West. (Melway 228 A2) Tickets $20, $18 & $12 book at GPAC 5225 1200 - or at the theatre 45 mins prior to performance. Wednesday June 25 PLAY READING: Geelong Rep's monthly evening of play reading, (listening or interjecting) begins 7pm in the Woodbin Theatre, Coronation St. Cost is $2 plus a plate to share. Prepare for a fun social evening with like minded people. Find more details on 0425 751 307 or at ellis@sunet.com.au JULY July 2, 3, 4 & 5 PLAY: Cloudstreet directed by Mike Ellis for Geelong Rep. Much-anticipated stage adaptation of Tim Winton's epic novel shoe-horned on to the tiny Woodbin stage by experienced director Ellis. All performances 7pm, except Sunday matinee () at 1pm. Woodbin Theatre, 15 Coronation St Geelong West. (Melway 228 A2) Tickets $20, $18 & $12 book at GPAC 5225 1200 - or at the theatre 45 mins prior to performance. Wednesday July 30 PLAY READING: Geelong Rep's monthly evening of play reading, (listening or interjecting) begins 7pm in the Woodbin Theatre, Coronation St. Cost is $2 plus a plate to share. Prepare for a fun social evening with like minded people. Find more details on 0425 751 307 or at ellis@sunet.com.au July 31, August 1, 2 PLAY: The Spook directed by Tom Healey for Malthouse Theatre. Whimsical Australian comedy on the workings of ASIO at grass-roots level. Part of GPAC's 2008 season. 8pm (also 1pm on Sat 2nd ) in the Ford Theatre. Tickets $47, $40, $27 or $16.60 at GPAC 5225 1200 AUGUST* August 21, 22, 23* PLAY: Times Of My Life directed by Tony Sheldon for Christine Dunstan Productions. Stage autobiography of Toni Lamond directed by her son. Australian stage history, part of GPAC's 2008 season. 8pm (also1pm on Sat 23rd ) in the Ford Theatre. Tickets $47, $40, $27 or $16.60 at GPAC 5225 1200 August 29, 30, September 4, 5, 6, (7) 11, 12 & 13 PLAY: Ruby Moon directed by Doug Mann for Geelong Rep. Matt Cameron's powerful drama of a family's reaction when a child goes missing is in thesure hands of experienced director Mann making his Rep debut. All performances 8pm, except Sunday matinee () at 2pm. Woodbin Theatre, 15 Coronation St Geelong West. (Melway 228 A2) Tickets $20, $18 & $12 book at GPAC 5225 1200 - or at the theatre 45 mins prior to performance. Wednesday August 27 PLAY READING: Geelong Rep's monthly evening of play reading, (listening or interjecting) begins 7pm in the Woodbin Theatre, Coronation St. Cost is $2 plus a plate to share. Prepare for a fun social evening with like minded people. Find more details on 0425 751 307 or at ellis@sunet.com.au SEPTEMBER* September 4, 5, 6, (7) 11, 12 & 13 PLAY: Ruby Moon directed by Doug Mann for Geelong Rep. Matt Cameron's powerful drama of a family's reaction when a child goes missing is in the sure hands of experienced director Mann making his Rep debut. All performances 8pm, except Sunday matinee () at 2pm. Woodbin Theatre, 15 Coronation St Geelong West. (Melway 228 A2) Tickets $20, $18 & $12 book at GPAC 5225 1200 - or at the theatre 45 mins prior to performance. September 4, 5, 6* PLAY: McReele directed by Sandra Bates for Ensemble Theatre. Tense US racial drama arrives as part of GPAC's 2008 theatre season. 8pm (also1pm on Sat 6th ) in the Ford Theatre. Tickets $47, $40, $27 or $16.60 at GPAC 5225 1200 Wednesday September 24 PLAY READING: Geelong Rep's monthly evening of play reading, (listening or interjecting) begins 7pm in the Woodbin Theatre, Coronation St. Cost is $2 plus a plate to share. Prepare for a fun social evening with like minded people. Find more details on 0425 751 307 or at ellis@sunet.com.au OCTOBER* October 7, 8, 9, 10, 11* PLAY: Ninety directed by Simon Phillips for Melbourne Theatre Company. Insightful social drama by Joanna Murray Smith arrives as part of GPAC's 2008 theatre season. 8pm (also1pm on Sat 11th ) in the Blakiston Theatre. Tickets $47, $40, $27 or $16.60 at GPAC 5225 1200 Saturday Oct 11 (5.30pm) Sunday Oct 12 (2pm) CONCERT: Geelong's Concert of the Decade VII puts the region's finest entertainers into the city's best venue presenting music from every decade. Simply, this is Geelong's best concert. Presented by Drop Of A Hat Productions in the Costa Hall, tickets $15 at City Hall (from date to be announced) Wednesday October 29 PLAY READING: Geelong Rep's monthly evening of play reading, (listening or interjecting) begins 7pm in the Woodbin Theatre, Coronation St. Cost is $2 plus a plate to share. Prepare for a fun social evening with like minded people. Find more details on 0425 751 307 or at ellis@sunet.com.au October 31, Nov 1, 2 & 3 FESTIVAL: Maldon Folk Festival - long rated both 'the musician's festival' and 'the friendliest music festival' - sees some 200 of the best musos take over the township for the whole long weekend. Find details and book on www.maldonfolkfestival.com/ NOVEMBER* Nov 1, 2 & 3 FESTIVAL: Maldon Folk Festival - long rated both 'the musician's festival' and 'the friendliest music festival' - sees some 200 of the best musos take over the township for the whole long weekend. Find details and book on www.maldonfolkfestival.com November 21, 22, 27, 28, 29 (30) December 4, 5 & 6 PLAY: A Bedfull Of Foreigners directed by Sarah Freeman for Geelong Rep. Ripe and mature English comedy written by Benny Hill Show writer Dave Freeman directed by a no-relation namesake. All performances 8pm, except Sunday matinee () at 2pm. Woodbin Theatre, 15 Coronation St Geelong West. (Melway 228 A2) Tickets $20, $18 & $12 book at GPAC 5225 1200 - or at the theatre 45 mins prior to performance. Wednesday November 26 PLAY READING: Geelong Rep's monthly evening of play reading, (listening or interjecting) begins 7pm in the Woodbin Theatre, Coronation St. Cost is $2 plus a plate to share. Prepare for a fun social evening with like minded people. Find more details on 0425 751 307 or at ellis@sunet.com.au DECEMBER December 4, 5 & 6 PLAY: A Bedfull Of Foreigners directed by Sarah Freeman for Geelong Rep. Ripe and mature English comedy written by Benny Hill Show writer Dave Freeman directed by a no-relation namesake. All performances 8pm, except Sunday matinee (*) at 2pm. Woodbin Theatre, 15 Coronation St Geelong West. (Melway 228 A2) Tickets $20, $18 & $12 book at GPAC 5225 1200 - or at the theatre 45 mins prior to performance.