SIMONE WHETTON: on air Saturday just before nine and on Sunday just after ten.
TALKS
Hurstville Museum and Gallery TalksCurator Dr Birgit Heilmann will talk about Holy Relics and their part of history - the different lives of objects. When and where: Sunday 24 March 3.00 to 4.00 pm Hurstville Museum and Gallery, 14 MacMahon Street, Hurstville.
Owl and Raptor Seminar: Annual scientific dayAt Sydney Olympic Park on Saturday, hear a group of experts talk about owls and raptors at the BirdLife Discovery Centre. When and where: Saturday, 23 March, Building 22, Newington Armory, 1 Jamieson Street, Sydney Olympic Park. 9.00 am to 2.00 pm.
OPERA
Autumn Recital The opera and art support group is holding a charity fund raising concert under the musical direction of Sharolyn Kimmorley with tenor Matthew Reardon, mezzo soprano Kyla Allan and baritone Joshua Salter. Tickets $65. Bookings 9386 5305. When and where: Sunday 24 March at 2.00 pm Pavilion Lounge, The Manors of Mosman, 6 Hale Road, Mosman.
MUSIC
Carmina BuranaThe Sydney Symphony will perform the epic work Carmina Burana by German composer Carl Orff together with the Sydney Philharmonic choirs and the Sydney Children's Choir. Soprano Milaca Iliac and tenor Paul McMahon will be joined by baritone Changing Liao as the soloist. Tickets $35. Bookings 8215 4600. When and where: 23 March 8.00 pm Sydney Opera House Concert Hall.
Woollahra Philharmonic OrchestraAnthony Clarke conducts the Woollahra Philharmonic Orchestra in a performance of Reineke's "Flute Concerto" performed by flautist James Kortum. The program also features Beethoven's Symphony No. 5 and Sibelius' Karelia Suite. When and where: Saturday, 23 March, 6pm, St Columba Church, cnr Forth & Ocean Streets, Woollahra and Sunday, 24 March 2.30pm, St Francis Assisi Church, 463 Oxford Street, Paddington. Tickets $25 and kids under 15 are free.
7 Last Words: Sydney Chamber Choir and Sydney CamerataPaul Stanhope conducts the Sydney Chamber Choir together with the Sydney Camerata in a concert on just before Easter at the University of Sydney's Great Hall. The Choir will perform a new a capella movement from Australian composer Nigel Westlake, Scottish composer James MacMillan's "Seven Last Words" will be performed by the Choir for only the second time in Sydney. Tickets $75-$20. When and where: The Great Hall, Quadrangle Building off Science Road, University of Sydney, Sunday 24 March at 3.00pm.
House Music: Government HouseIt is not often that you get to hear a Nonet! So now is your chance!! Composer, Joseph Rheinberger was a famous German composer of fugues and his Nonet in A Major will be performed at Government House in the House Music series. Also on the bill is Tchaikovsky's "Souvenir de Florence". When and where: Sunday, 24 March 6pm, Government House. Bookings on 8239 2211 or hht.net.au.
Philippe JarousskyFrench countertenor Philippe Jaroussky performs with the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra in a program featuring baroque opera show stoppers. Performing with him is a violinist Shaun Lee-Chen. When and where Friday 22 and Saturday 23 March at 7pm and Monday 25 March at 5pm. City Recital Hall Angel Place. Tickets on 8256 2222.
OUT AND ABOUT
Melanoma MarchJoin the march to promote awareness about melanoma incidence and its prevention and cure. Register online at melanomarch.com.au and arrive from 8am at Manly Beach with the mark starting at 9.30 and finishing at 11.30. When and where: Sunday March 24 at 9.30 Manly Beach
Bobbin Head Cycle ClassicOver 1000 riders will head from Karuah Park in Turramurra on Sunday 24 March to raise funds for Lifeline and the Bo Children's Hospital in Sierra Leone. You can ride 100 Ks, 50 ks or 10 ks. When and where: Sunday 24 March from Turramurra.
The Australian Botanic Mount Annan Children's Photography WorkshopOn Saturday 23 March at the Bowden Centre in Mount Annan, kids aged 9 to 15 ($35 per child) can take part in a special photographic course on flora and fauna. Bring your own camera. Bookings 4634 7935. When and where: 10.30 to 12.30 Saturday 23 March Mount Annan.
Japanese Tea Ceremony and Bonsai EventsThe Nepean Bonsai Society are giving a talk and demonstration on the living art of Bonsai at Penrith Regional Gallery. $10. Bookings 4735 1100. When and where: Sunday 24 March 12.30 pm Penrith Regional Gallery, Emu Plains.
PERFORMANCE
Riverside Theatre 25th AnniversaryA music extravaganza and afternoon tea is on Sunday 24 March featuring the music of Richard Rodgers directed by Stuart Maunder and featuring Dominica Matthews, Lucy Maunder and Blake Bowden. $50/$45. Afternoon tea between 2.30 and 3.45 pm. When and where: Sunday 24 March at 4.00 pm Riverside Theatre Parramatta.
Oh! My Shattered IllusionsCabaret artist Kelly Young sings her thoughts on divorce, dating, domesticity and drinking as she channels her inner diva. This is an adults only musical and is a welcome and exiting return to the stage after some time by this fabulous singer. Tickets $35/$32. When and where: Riverside Theatre, Parramatta, Friday 22 March and Saturday 23 March at 8pm.
Dirty BlondeClaudia Shear's play stars Lara Mulcahy, Mark Simpson and Philip Dodd and is directed by Stuart Maunder. The story of platinum blonde bombshell Mae West interwoven with the meeting of two Mae West fans living in New York and what transpires. When and where: On now Tuesday to Saturday 8.00pm, Sunday 5.00pm on till 31 March. 19 Greenknowe Avenue, Potts Point.
The Addams FamilyYes they are creepy and they are kooky and they are altogether spooky - this is a Broadway musical based on the characters created by Charles Addams which you may remember from TV. Starring John Waters, Chloe Dallimore, Russell Dykstra, Teagan Wouters, Ben Hudson and Meredith O'Reilly. Opening night is Saturday 23 March. When and where: Capitol Theatre, City.
The Tap PackIf you like your tap and comedy mixed, come see tap dancing from Dion Bilios, Rohan Browne, Thomas J Egan, Jesse Rasmussen and Kuki Tipoki. When and where Saturday 23 March, 7.30 pm Tickets $30/$28. This is swingin', tappin' good fun. Riverside Theatre, Parramatta.
Sin SensualityThis is a new burlesque show which explores Dante's 7 deadly sins and is presented by Christopher Hawkins. Performers participating include Venus Vamp, Cherry Lush, Veronica Bloom, Bunni Lambada, Mystique Rose, Evie Va Voom and Bambi All Night will perform. Tickets $35 online ticketbooth.com.au or $40 at the door. When and where: The Red Room, Level 1, 99 York Street. Saturday 23 March 8pm for 8.30.
Message Sticks FestivalPerformances of indigenous arts is currently on at the Opera House with Rhoda Roberts as artistic director. Singers, drummers and dancers directed by David Bridie will perform in Wantok: Sing Sing, featuring music from West Papua, Micronesia and Polynesia. Other events include a song circle feature Microwave Jenny, Troy Bray, Hui-And Street Warriors. There will also be festival free films on Sunday, 24 March. Keith Vincent Smith (author of Bennelong) will talk with Professor John Maynard at the Message Sticks Festival in a talk entitled "Bennelong at the Opera" on Sunday 24 March. The talk focuses on the fact that Bennelong went to the opera and plays in London during 1793 and 1794 and in all likelihood met King George III at Covent Garden's one evening. When and where: Sydney Opera House on until 24 March.
The Credeaux CanvasKeith Bunin's play is directed by Byron Kaye about the dreams of Amelia, Winston and Jamie. Produced by Sure Foot Productions. When and where: 20 March to 6 April, Tap Gallery, 278 Palmer Street, Darlinghurst.
Cut SnakeThis play is set in a giant cubby transforming the Bondi Pavilion! Presented by Arthur Productions and Tamarama Rock Surfers it has been devised by performers Julia Billington, Catherine Davis and Dan Giovannoni. Directed by Paige Rattray. Tickets $25. When and where: 12 March to 23 March, Tuesday to Saturday 8 pm, Saturday matinee 2 pm, Bondi Pavilion Theatre, Queen Elizabeth Drive, Bondi Beach.
Driving Miss DaisyAngela Lansbury and James Earl Jones perform in Alfred Uhry's classic story "Driving Miss Daisy". To see these octogenarian stairs gently and graciously show the unusual but strong friendship that develops between a cantankerous old white woman and her "coloured" driver, is a total treat. There are beautiful images projected onto the back of the stage to mark the progression of time and this works well with the comfortable and homely set. When and where: On now at the Theatre Royal.
Imogen and the PiratesThe Marian Street Theatre for Young People continues its play by kids for kids tracking the adventures of Imogen in "Imogen and the Pirates". Suitable for kids aged 3-10. This play is written by Samantha Cordwell and Terry Ryan. Directed by Laura Foureur and Rebecca Jones. On Saturdays, 10.30am and 1pm. Kids tickets are $18. Where and when: Finishes Saturday 23 March at Marian Street Theatre for Young People.
Stories I Want To Tell You In PersonLally Katz has written and stars in her own show directed by Anne-Louise Sarks and is a story about how Lally Katz, commissioned by Belvoir to write a play about the GFC instead took herself to New York and found amazing stories amongst fortune tellers and psychics. When and where: On now until 21 April, Belvoir.
OPEN AIR CINEMA
Moonlight CinemaMoonlight Cinema at Centennial Park will soon be finishing and this weekend you can catch The Hobbit on Saturday 23 March, Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters on Sunday 24 March. The final movies include Life of Pi on Sunday 26 March, To Kill A Mockingbird on Wednesday 27 March, Safe Haven on Thursday 28 March, Beautiful Creatures on Friday 29 March, I Give It A Year on Saturday 30 March and Silver Linings Playbook on Sunday 31 March. Tickets available on moonlight.com.au. When and where: On now until 31 March, Belvedere Amphitheatre, Centennial Park. Gates open at 7 pm, screening is at 8.
ART
Archibald Prize And on again for another year- the Archibald, Wynne and Sulman prizes have been awarded for 2013 with previous (2008) winner Del Kathryn Barton taking out this year's Archibald for her portrait of Hugo Weaving. The winner of the Wynne Prize is Imants Tillers for Namatjira and Victoria Reichelt won the Sulman Prize for After (books). When and where : On now till 2 June Art Gallery of NSW, The Domain
2013 Salon Des RefusesThe rejects from the Archibald and Wynne prizes are on at the S.H. Ervin Gallery including paintings of Colin Friels, Simon Marnie, Jackie Weaver, Meow Meow and lots more. When and where: On now 23 March to 19 May S.H. Ervin Gallery Observatory Hill, The Rocks
Jenny Sages: Paths to Portraiture People's choice Archibald winner in 2012, artist Jenny Sages will present her large scale portraits in a new exhibition at Mosman Art Gallery. She will be in conversation with Ruth Burgess and ABC 702 weekend show presenter Simon Marnie on April 16 in a special Q&A. Free. When and where: Mosman Art Gallery, Mosman, 16 March to 19 May.
After five: Fashion from the Darnell CollectionStarting this weekend you can see a fabulous number of beautiful gowns by talented designers dating back to the 1920s and including dresses worn to soirees, balls, charity events, graduation and red carpet evenings. The Darnell Collection is a private collection of vintage clothing with outfits from all over the world. The history behind it is that Doris Darnell from Pennsylvania collected clothes worn by her friends then she bequeathed these to an American University and the collection has increased under her god-daughter, Charlotte Smith's guidance. Charlotte Smith will talk at a special event ($60 per person) including lunch and wine at Hazlehurst Café. Bookings 8536 5700. When and where: Exhibition on now and special lunch on Wednesday 10 April 2 pm, 782 Kingsway, Gymea.
Blackheath Studio 52Contemporary art work from local designers and makers is on at Studio 52 in the Blue Mountains. Kicks of this Saturday with ceramics, textiles, jewellery, designs and prints. There will also be lots of activities for kids. When and where: Blackheath Studio 52 Blackheath, Blue Mountains.
Shire Villages Artists Trail: Black SheepAt Crookwell and surrounding areas on 23 and 24 March there will be a special artist trail from 10 till 4 on each day of the weekend. Artists exhibiting include Christine Crimmins, Mary Butt, Steve Carroll, Max Cullen, Catherine Ward, Margarita Georgiadis, Doug McIntyre, Therese Nash, Mandy McDonald, Lesley Gartrell, Leanne Kelly, Glen Thearle, Sally Wilson, Hank Spirek, Dianne Bissett, Walter Brecely, Jeremy Goodman and lots more. Art is being shown in homes, studios, garages. When and where: 23 to 24 March, 10 to 4pm, Crookwell, Laggan and Gunning.
The Unity of Life and ArtThis is a tribute to Walter Burley Griffin and Marion Mahon Griffin. Mark Stiles is the curator of this tribute exhibition which features 8 Australian artists and architects commemorating the centenary of the Griffins' arrival in Australia in 1913. The show is being held in one of Burley Griffin's own buildings, the former Willoughby Incinerator which is now a contemporary exhibition space in Willoughby. Artists and architects include Stefan Lie, Mike Day, Rodney Hays, Ro Cook, Fiona Robbe, Mark Stiles and Adrian Boddy. When and where: 2 Small Street Willoughby, till 7 April, closed Good Friday. Weekdays 11 till 5, weekends 11 till 4.
Artists of Mosman: 2088The annual exhibition of the works of artists living in Mosman is featured at the Mosman Art Gallery. There are paintings, drawings, print making, photography, sculpture, ceramics, jewellery and textiles. Free. When and where: On now, Mosman Art Gallery, Mosman.
Tales from the FoggA retrospective of art in a psychedelic exploration by Ellis D Fogg (Roger Foley). Posters, books, costumes, films from Ellis D Fogg will be exhibited and sold until Easter Monday 1 April. Items include costumes from Madam Lash, fluorescent children's wear from Linda Jackson. Jim Anderson of Oz magazine, London will present a slide show with songs of Edwina Blush on Saturday 23 March at 6.30. Entry to the exhibition is free, specific shows at $20. When and where: On till 1 April, 107 Projects, 107 Redfern Street, Redfern.
South of No NorthThe Museum of Contemporary Art features works by Australian painter Noel McKenna together with photos by Laurence Aberhart and William Eggleston. There are also ceramics and video in this trio of exhibiters. When and where: On now at the Museum of Contemporary Art, Circular Quay.
Richard Green: Remote and WildAt the Blue Mountains City Art Gallery, photographer Richard Green's amazing photographs from all over the Australian Outback are presented from this weekend. At 2 pm on Saturday 23 March, the artist Richard Green will give a lecture and presentation about how the photos have been taken including the heli-camping lifestyle that he and his wife have undertaken to get these photos. When and where: Blue Mountains City Art Gallery on now until 28 April.
Fiona Fenech: Utterances of the EverydayThe Brenda May Gallery features the works by artist Fiona Fenech being coloured pencil and thread on canvas reflecting cautionary tales of everyday life. When and where: 26 March to 13 April, Brenda May Gallery, 2 Danks Street, Waterloo.
Art Month: Assorted treatsArtist Michael Kempson and Ewan Macleod will talk on Saturday at The Art Est. Gallery as part of Art Month. The talk is part of an exhibition called Assorted Treats which looks at print making and the processes involved and features works by Martha MacDonald, Chris O'Doherty (Reg Mombassa), Jenny Orchard, Elisabeth Cummings, Ewan Macleod, Michael Kempson and others. Artists talk on Saturday, 23 March, 1.30 pm. When and where: 67-69 Lords Road, Leichhardt.
EXHIBITIONS
The Greatest Wonder of the World Photographers Beaufoy Merlin and Charles Bayliss (of the American and Australasian Photographic Company) took photos in of Hill End, Gulgong and parts of Sydney in the 1870's. The teamed up with German miner Bernhard Holtermann who through his wealth indulged in his passion for photography. Together they planned to exhibit Holtermann's collection of photographs, many taken by Bayliss and Merlin throughout the world on an International Exhibition,. This never enventua6ede . The State Library of New South Wales features an exhibition of these photos (the Holtermann Collection), discovered in a garden shed in Chatswood. There are 3,500 glass plate negatives of gold rush towns, portraits of people in New South Wales and Victoria from 1870 to 1875. Curated by Alan Davies, this is a fascinating look at the buildings, the people, the fashions of the 1870's. There are table activities for kids and interactive displays. This is a free exhibition. When and where: On until 12 May, State Library of New South Wales at Macquarie Street, Sydney.
Alexander The Great: 2000 Years of TreasuresA collection of artefacts, stories and paintings and maps will allow you to immerse yourself into the life of Alexander in ancient Greece. This a very thoughtful exhibition which draws on elements from Alexander's life in an attempt to portray what this legendary war hero was really like and the world he lived in. $24 adults, children 5-15 $12, family tickets $60. Children under 5 free. When and where: Australian Museum, on now.
Craft PunkThe Powerhouse Museum will have its regular craft punk session this weekend and you can learn how to make a quilted lamp shade with Tamara Maynes. $40/$40. Bookings powerhousemuseum.com When and where: 23 and 24 March 10.30 am - 12.30 pm and 1.30 pm - 3.30 pm, Harris Street, Ultimo.
REGIONAL EVENTS
TREASURES OF NEWCASTLE FROM THE MACQUARIE ERAOn at the Newcastle Art Gallery till 5 May, this exhibition features artworks and maps that are not often seen. The focus is on the Newcastle and its role in the early colony and as part of the exhibition you can see the Wallis album and the iconic Macquarie Collectors Chest made from rosewood which is back in Newcastle for the first time in 195 years. The paintings in this exhibition show rare images of the indigenous Awabakal people, convict artist Joseph Lycett's paintings of an early Newcastle and views of Nobbys. There is Edward Close's panorama of the city. When and where: On now at the Newcastle Art Gallery, 1 Laman Street Newcastle
COMING UP SOON
EASTER ACTIVITIES
Exotics in the HighlandsDr Noel Arrold is growing exotic mushrooms in the 600 metre disused railway tunnel and Mittagong and you can take a look over Easter. 2 tours will be conducted on Easter Sunday and you can look at all sorts of mushrooms including shiitake, coloured oyster, shimejii, wood ear, enoki, king brown and chestnut. The tours are $35 which includes mushrooms and coach transfers. Bookings (02) 4871 2524. When and where: Easter Sunday, 31 March, 10.30 and 12.30, Mittagong.
Wolli and Po: Kids' Theatre in the Blue MountainsThe Katoomba Theatre Company will perform a play for children by Belle Buttrose. Suitable for kids aged 3 to 10, this is about Wolli, the world's oldest living bear, and her friend the powerful owl called Po. They live in the Wollemi pine tree and they love honey nut soufflé. This is a costumed play reading on Saturday, 30 March, 2pm at Watermark House, 7-11 Norwood Street, Leura.
Jazz in JoadjaCelebration is a classical saxophone quartet and will be performing at the Joadja Vineyards on Easter Sunday. Get ready for Gershwin, du Bois, Bach and a range of fantastic jazz and modern music. No entry fee. Bring a picnic and enjoy the music amongst the vines. When and where: Sunday, 31 March, 1pm, Joadja Vineyards, cnr Greenhills Road, and Joadja Road, Berrima.
Easter Sunday Performance at Hill EndThe Hill End Arts Council is hosting an Easter Sunday performance of harp, vocals and violin at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Hill End. Tickets are $10 or a donation. When and where: Sunday 31 March, Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Hill End featuring Kim Deacon and Marcus Holden.
MUSIC
Ironwood Concert: Musica Viva Chamber FestivalEnjoy a lecture and recital as part of the Musica Viva Australia Chamber Festival at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music. The program includes Brahms Piano Quartet Op 25 and there will be a talk about keyboard and string practices in Brahms' time and a performance on an 1869 Erard Piano Forte from Ballarat. $15. When and where: Thursday 4 April, 3 pm, Sydney Conservatorium of Music, Recital Hall East.
Simone's reviews
OPERA
Opera on the Harbour: CarmenBizet's fiery love story and drama about the seduction of soldier Don Jose by the seductive gypsy woman Carmen, which leads to her tragic end, is one of the world's best known opera's. Opera Australia presents this opera outdoors on the Harbour with viewing from the Botanic Gardens. The role of Carmen is played by Rinat Shaham and Milijana Nikolic with Don Jose played by Dmytro Popov and Adam Diegel. Conducted by Brian Castles-Onion, the orchestra is under the huge raked stage. The word CARMEN is electrified in red lights at the back of the stage and facing into the city, a blood red circle encompasses the characters as the seduction of Don Jose occurs. A fantastic spectacle with a tank and a jeep craned onto the stage within minutes of the show starting. Tickets $79- $295 When and where: On now till Friday 12 April at the Botanic Gardens. Bookings on 9318 8200
Orpheus in the UnderworldJacques Offenbach's fabulously satirical Orpheus in the Underworld is on at the Opera House starring Todd McKenney, Rachelle Durkin, Mitchell Butel, Andrew Brunsdon, Christopher Hillier, Katherine Wiles, Suzanne Johnston (as Public Opinion). 2 hours and 20 minutes including one 20 minute interval. What a fabulous cast and did OA blow its annual budget on the amazing costumes !!!. Jonathan Biggins directs this entertaining frolic which will leave you smiling as you leave the Opera theatre. Phil Scott has taken the original libretto by Hector Cremieux and Ludovic Halevy and given it a major makeover that it is so sharp you have to listen hard and watch the surtitles to catch every joke laden song. Andrew Greene conducts appropriately dressed in a resplendent velvet jacket and sash. From the minute Rachelle Durkin floats onto the stage, all eyes are on her as the bored yet sexed up Eurydice who takes delight in the well-built shepherds arms. Todd McKenney can't help letting out the razzle dazzle in his black PVC pants and shining silver cod piece. Jane Ede is a fabulously grumpy yet horny Diana. This is the perfect opera to take a non opera lover to - and to convert them! Such good fun! When and where: Sydney Opera House, 7.30pm on, 23, 25, 26 and 27 March.
WarhorseAfter enormous success in London, this incredibly moving theatrical spectacle about a horse and its young owner makes its way to Sydney at The Star. Albert, a farm boy, is smitten with a young foal who he names Joey, purchased by his drunken father Ted at auction to trump his arrogant uncle. Ted bets again with his brother that the now grown horse, a hunting and racing horse, can plough a field. Albert has a week to train the horse and succeeds, allowing his father to win the bet and extracting a promise the horse is now his. Ted cannot keep his promise and sells the horse to the English army at the outbreak of WWI to be used as a war horse, destroying his son Albert's trust in him. Albert cannot bear to be parted from Joey and as soon as he can, enlists with the sole purpose of finding Joey. The extraordinary puppet horse created by South Africa's Handspring Puppet company is manipulated by three puppeteers but you barely notice them as the horse comes to life in their hands. The music and singing is integral to the emotions that sweep you along as you cheer for Albert and the horse and hope desperately that he will be reunited with his horse on the battlefields of Europe. Part of the success of this play is that you feel the horse is imbued with such a fighting spirit, a determination and kindness to other horses that it deserves not to end its life tragically but to find its owner and live a peaceful life again. Across the back of the stage is a canvas on which scenes are projected, it is the sketch book of Major Nicholls when he drew Joey, the bloodstained battle ground and a reflection of nature's elements. Dare you not to be wiping your eyes as you come out of this one.! Tickets 4134- $55 When and where: The Star, Lyric Theatre, on till 30 June. Suitable for children aged 10 and up.
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