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February - April 2010


      The Wiz
      By Music and lyrics by Charlie Smalls. Book by William F. Brown
      I.M.B. Theatre
      Quinn's Music Studio Director: ( Angela Quinn, Musical Director Peter Copeland )

      20th to 23rd January (Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat ) at 7: 00 pm Wed to Fri (11:00 am and 4:00pm Sat)
      Bookings (02) 4224 5999 ---------- Ticket Prices: $39.50; Children: $29.99; Student/Concession/Groups 10+: $35

      By Special Arrangement with Dominie Pty Ltd.

      The Wiz is a rock and soul musical based on the beloved L. Frank Baum story about Dorothy and her adventures in Oz

      Running Time
      Approx 2 hrs 20 mins (including interval)

      Warning: show contains fog/smoke effects, strobe lighting, loud noise, mirrorball effects and adult concepts.

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      MacHomer
      By Rick Miller
      IPAC
      Merrigong Theatre Director: ( Sean Lynch, Designer: Beth Kates )

      2nd to 7th February (Tues, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun ) at Tues 6:30pm, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat 8:00pm , Sun 5:00pm, with extra 11:00am Fri and 2:00pm Sat,
      Bookings (02) 4224 5999 ---------- Ticket Prices: $37 - $49 Student rush: $20

      Produced in Australia by Merrigong Theatre Company and Richard Jordan Productions Ltd.

      85% Shakespeare’s Macbeth, 100% The Simpsons

      In a hilarious one-man vocal spectacular, acclaimed Canadian theatre-maker Rick Miller performs over 50 different voices, presenting the bard’s classic as it would be performed by the characters from the cult TV show.

      After a run-in with the weird sisters, MacHomer is overcome by vaulting ambition that ranges from wanting the throne to wanting a donut. You’ll recognise such voices as Lady Marge, Montgomery “Duncan” Burns and token Scot, Groundskeeper Willie!

      Cast: Rick Miller

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      Menopause The Musical
      By Book and Lyrics by Jeanie Linders
      IPAC
      Hit Productions Director: ( Director: Gary Young, Producer: McPhersons Inc, Musical Director: Paul Keelan, Choreographer: Andrew Hallsworth, Resident Choreographer: Lyn Pelgrave )

      9th to 14th February (Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun ) at Tues at 6.30pm, Wed-Sat at 8pm, Sun at 5pm; Matinee Performances: Wed at 11am, Sat at 2pm
      Bookings (02) 4224 5999 ---------- Ticket Prices: Adult: $49, Concession: $45, Groups (10+): $41, EARLY WEEK SPECIAL (All Tues & Wed Performances) Adult: $44, Concession: $40, Groups (10+): $41

      HIT Productions

      Brought to you from the original US creative team, Australia welcomes the international sensation and #1 Girls' Night Out, Menopause The Musical®!
      Set in a department store, four women with seemingly nothing in common but a black lace bra meet by chance at a lingerie sale. They quickly bond and make fun of their woeful hot flashes, forgetfulness, mood swings, wrinkles, night sweats and chocolate binges. A sisterhood is created between these diverse women as they realise that menopause is no longer the silent passage!

      We guarantee that you will leave the theatre uplifted and joyous. Many of the audience members have come back time and time again to join with their sisters in this 90 minute, one act laugh-a-thon

      The previous season proved to be the classic girls' night out, so take advantage of our group booking special. If you book in a group of ten or more, you will save $8 off a full price ticket and receive a free glass of bubbly! Group tickets can be purchased for just $41 per person or at the Early Week Special rate of $36 (Tues & Wed).

      To request a booking form simply phone the box office on 02 4224 5999.

      Cast: The cast includes Maria Mercedes, Andrea Creighton, Michelle Collins, Jennifer Levy and Caroline Waddell

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      See Also Menopause The Musical

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      Pennies From Kevin -The Wharf Revue
      By Written & Created By Jonathan Biggins, Drew Forsythe & Phillip Scott
      IPAC
      Merrigong Theatre Director: ( Musical Director: Philip Scot )

      16th to 21st February (Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun ) at Tues 6:30pm, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat 8:00pm with extra 2:00pm Sat, Sun 5:00pm
      Bookings (02) 4224 5999 ---------- Ticket Prices: $42 -$54, Student Rush $20

      Revue team bid farewell to the Not-so-Great Depression!

      With a stimulus package of song and satire, one beautiful girl and three lucky fellows have pooled their one-off payments and put on a show! So slap your thighs and turn off your mobiles for: Kevin Potter and the Lower Chamber of Secrets, Canberra’s Got Talent!, The Democrats in Heaven, Amanda Vanstone on her Roman Holiday – La Dolce Big-Eater!, Penny “K.D.” Wong sings Constant Cave- In and Michelle sings about why her guy Obama is the new black!

      Cast: Includes Jonathan Biggins, Drew Forsythe & Phillip Scott

      Technical: Lighting designer: Matthew Marshal

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      The Melbourne International
      IPAC
      Merrigong Mix Director: ( )

      23rd February ( ) at
      Bookings (02) 4224 5999 ---------- Ticket Prices: $15 Each Show, $25 Both Shows, Concession/Groups: $10 Each Show, $15 Both Shows

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      The Boy from Oz
      By Music & Lyrics by Peter Allen Book by Nick Enright
      Harbour Theatre
      Roo Theatre Co. Director: ( Gordon Streek, Musical Director Josh Quigley )

      12th to 27th February (Fri, Sat ) at 8:00 (extra 2:00pm Sat)
      Bookings (02) 4297 2891 ---------- Ticket Prices: $30, Conc $25 (1st night Special - all tickets $35)

      By arrangement with David Spicer Productions

      In the 1950s, the young boy Peter Allen started performing and playing the piano. As an adult, Peter is in various early concerts in Australia with his partner. He is introduced to Judy Garland, who hires him for her show. Peter soon becomes romantically involved with Judy's daughter Liza, and they marry. Peter appears in New York City with the Rockettes. As time progresses Peter develops a relationship with a man and his marriage ends.

      Cast:

      Peter Allen - Adam Fisher
      Young Peter Allen - Rogan Baes, Justus Bacic-Johnston
      Judy Garland - Jenny Catterall
      Marion Woolnough - Cathy Moses
      Liza Minelli - Penny Dunn
      Greg Connell (Sexy Cowboy)
      Trio: Karen, Shena, Linelle - Anne-Marie Fanning, Bethany Levy, Emily Thompson
      Dee Anthony -
      Valerie Anthony - Vicki Michel
      Dick Woolnough - Steve Warwick
      Brian Henderson -
      Josie (Hotel Manager) - Jean Ogilvie
      Chris Bell (Young song writer)- Nathan Flint
      Wally Bell - Russell McGhee
      Rich Woman in Hong Kong - Tania Giustiniani
      Reporters
      Choreographer - Ralphy Walter
      Director's Voice
      Director's Assistant
      Bonnie - Jo Parnell
      Record Producer
      Trick

      Ensemble:
      Vicki Michel, Russell McGhee, Nathan Flint, Steve Warwick, Joanne MacDermott, Tania Giustiniani, Sharon Hayman, Jo Parnell, Jean Ogilvie, Kim Hobbs, Angela Harrington, Maggie Thomas, Jessica Soden

      Dancers:
      Ralphy Walter, Mazz Herrera, Vicki Michel, Kellie Tikkeros, Kim Hobbs, Angela Harrington, Jessica Soden

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      See Also The Boy from Oz

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      One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
      By Dale Wasserman (based on the novel by Ken Kesey)
      Wollongong Workshop Theatre
      Wollongong Workshop Theatre Director: ( Lajos Hamers )

      19th February – 6th March (Fri, Sat, Sun ) at 8:00pm., Sun 5:00pm only
      Bookings (02) 4225 9407 ---------- Ticket Prices:

      McMurphy, a man with several assault convictions to his name, finds himself in jail once again. This time, the charge is statutory rape when it turns out that his girlfriend had lied about being eighteen, and was, in fact, fifteen (or, as McMurphy puts it, "fifteen going on thirty-five"). Rather than spend his time in jail, he convinces the guards that he's crazy enough to need psychiatric care and is sent to a hospital. He fits in frighteningly well, and his different point of view actually begins to cause some of the patients to progress. Nurse Ratched becomes his personal cross to bear as his resistance to the hospital routine gets on her nerves.

      Technical: Tessa Parsons

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      The Walworth Farce
      By Enda Walsh
      IPAC
      Merrigong Theatre Director: ( Mikel Murfi )

      10th to 13th March (Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat ) at 8:00pm with extra 2:00pm Sat
      Bookings (02) 4224 5999 ---------- Ticket Prices: $47 -$59, Student Rush $20

      It’s 11 o’clock in the morning in a council flat on London’s Walworth Road. In two hours time, as is normal, three Irishmen will have consumed six cans of ale, fifteen crackers with spreadable cheese, ten pink biscuit wafers and one oven-cooked chicken with a strange blue sauce. In two hours time, as is normal, five people will have been killed.

      The Walworth Farce is a tender insight into what happens when we become stuck in the stories we tell ourselves about our lives.

      Cast: Michael Glen Murphy, Tadhg Murphy, Mercy Ojelade, Raymond Scanel

      Technical: Designer: Sabine Dargent, Lighting Designer: Paul Keogan

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      The Last 5 Years
      By Jason Robert Brown
      Gordon Theatre
      So Popera! Director: ( Danny Condon, Musical Direction by Peter Copeland )

      17th to 20th March (Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat ) at 8.15pm, extra 2.15pm Sat
      Bookings (02) 4224 5999 ---------- Ticket Prices: $33.50; Student/Concession: $27.50; Student Rush: $25

      This superb 2002 off-Broadway hit is brought to Wollongong for the first time by the team that brought you A Grave Affair in 2008. Jamie, a successful novelist, and Cathy, a struggling actress, offer contrasting versions of their turbulent five-year relationship. Responsibility for the couple’s triumphs and failures is blurred. Featuring two exceptional actor/singers backed by a chamber orchestra, The Last Five Years explores all the joy, jealousy and heartache of human relationships.

      Running Time
      Approx 1 hr 10 mins (no interval)

      Warning: unsuitable for children under 13. Contains strong language and fog/smoke effects.

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      Hi-5 Surprise!
      I.M.B. Theatre
      Hi-5 Director: ( )

      20th – 21st March (Sat ) at 11:30am & 2:00pm.
      Bookings (02) 4224 5999 ---------- Ticket Prices: All tickets: $35.90; Premium tickets (includes a Hi-5 merchandise item): $45.9

      Andrew Kay and Associates Presents Hi-5

      Hi-5 are planning a surprise party and everyone is invited! Stevie, Casey, Fely, Lauren and Tim want to do something special for their wonderful friend Chats’ birthday. So, they are throwing her a party. It’s a big, fun-filled surprise with heaps of singing, dancing and party games. Get ready to yell “surprise!” and join in with the celebration. Hi-5 Surprise is the biggest party to ever hit the stage... but remember, don’t tell Chats!

      Pricing Performance Times General Public: Sat 20 Mar

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      Return of the Little Prince
      By Geoffrey Sykes
      The Bushland Chapel, 94 Parkes Street Helensburgh
      Playscript & Bushchapel present Director: ( The ensemble )

      March 5,6,19,20,26,27 (Fri, Sat ) at 7:30pm
      Bookings Bookings and queries 4294 1695 ---------- Ticket Prices: $18 and $12, family (4) $45

      A funky, fast retelling and sequel to the classical French story. A celebration of the earth. Full of fun and fast action, and a feast of original and playful music, songs and rich visuals. Guaranteed to please all ages and tastes.

      www.bushchapel.com.au/art_scene.html

      Cast: Erin Brookhouse, Irene Kokotatsios and Jack Michel.

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      The 25th Annual Putnam County - Spelling Bee
      By Rachel Sheinkin and William Finn.
      The Arcadians' Miners Lamp Theatre
      Arcadians Theatre Group Director: ( Linda Corrin )

      12th to 27th March (Fri,Sat, Sun ) at 8:00pm, extra 2:00pm on Sat and Sun 21st
      Bookings 02 4284 8348 ---------- Ticket Prices: $20, conc. $17, Youth $12

      The show centers around a fictional spelling bee set in a geographically ambiguous Putnam Valley Middle School. Six quirky adolescents compete in the Bee, run by three equally-quirky grown-ups.

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      Toy Symphony
      By Michael Gow
      IPAC
      Merrigong Theatre Director: ( Geordie Brokman )

      23rd to 27th March (Tues, Wed, Fri, Sat ) at Tues 6:30pm, Wed, Fri, Sat 8:00pm with extra 2:00pm Sat
      Bookings (02) 4224 5999 ---------- Ticket Prices:

      A Queensland Theatre Company & State Theatre Company of South Australia production

      Gifted playwright Roland Henning is trying to convince his sceptical therapist Nina that he doesn’t have writer’s block, it’s just that, well, he can’t write anymore… With Nina’s help, Roland reluctantly recalls his primary school days in the outer Sydney suburb of Como and that extraordinary day which shattered his boyhood and plunged him headlong into the dizzy circus of art and life.

      But as personal tragedy suddenly threatens to permanently derail Roland, will he grasp a chance for salvation or slip back into old habits?

      Warning: contains adult themes

      Cast: Cast includes: Lizzy Falkland, Barbara Lowing , Daniel Mulvihill , Chris Pitman, Ed Wightman

      Technical: Designer: Jonathon Oxlade, Lighting Designer: Nigel Levings, Lighting Design Associate: Ben Hughes, Composer/Sound Designer: Bret Colery, Assistant Director: Melanie Wild

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      Taikoz- Shifting Sand
      IPAC
      Merrigong Add-On Shows Director: ( )

      9th and 10th April April (Fri, Sat ) at 8:00pm
      Bookings (02) 4224 5999 ---------- Ticket Prices: $54, Conc. and groups $47, Student Rush $20

      Australia’s leading taiko drumming group returns to Wollongong with an exceptional combination of thunderous drumming, dynamic movement and soothing bamboo flutes. Inspired by the beach and the ocean, Shifting Sand captures everything from the beauty, force and majesty of raging winter storms through to the delicate play of light on the surface of the sea. Combining Buddhist and Shinto traditions with contemporary music, TaikOz have a reputation for dramatic performances that fuse explosive energy with refinement and grace. An evening with TaikOz promises to be a truly visceral experience

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      Wash Your Face in Orange Juice
      IPAC
      Merrigong Kids Director: ( )

      16th and 17th April (Fri, Sat ) at 6:30pm Fri, 10:00am and 12:00am Sat
      Bookings (02) 4224 5999 ---------- Ticket Prices: $17

      Peter Combe in Wash Your Face in Orange Juice With over a million CDs sold and 3 ARIA awards for Best Children's Album, Peter Combe was the ABC's original superstar of Australian children’s music. His greatest hits include, Wash Your Face in Orange Juice, Newspaper Mama, Toffee Apple and Juicy Juicy Green Grass. RUNNING TIME: APPROX 55 MINS (NO INTERVAL) And for the 'big kids'... Special relive your childhood show with the Bellyflop in a Pizza Band - stay for Happy Hour at the bar afterwards. Suitable for all ages. 16 & 17 APRIL TICKETS: $17 SPECIAL EVENING SHOW 16 APRIL 6:30pm TICKETS: $22

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      The Provoked Wife
      By John Vanbrugh.
      Wollongong Workshop Theatre
      Wollongong Workshop Theatre Director: ( Tim Baker )

      2nd to 24th April ( ) at
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      Cloudstreet
      Harbour Theatre
      Roo Theatre Co. Director: ( )

      April / May ( ) at
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      s a drama based on the novel by Australian writer Tim Winton. It chronicles the lives of two working class Australian families who come to live together at One Cloud Street, over a period of twenty years, 1943 - 1963. It was the recipient of a Miles Franklin Award in 1992.

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