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April – June 2021 Tickets: 03 9784 1060 or thefac.com.au
Frankston
Arts Centre FAC Partnerships
Frankston Arts Centre is a landmark Frankston Arts Centre is proud to be
arts facility located close to public associated with our Partners and is
transport, shops, cafes and restaurants dedicated to providing them with
and is served by an underground unique and imaginative opportunities
car park. to support their marketing and
business objectives.
Frankston Arts Centre features:
• an 800 seat theatre Frankston Arts Centre believes in building
• a flexible function centre long-term, meaningful relationships with its
• a 200 seat black box theatre Partners to deliver mutual benefits which
• six exhibition spaces support the arts and engage the community.
• and a variety of rooms and spaces
available for workshops and functions. “EastLink has supported Frankston Arts
Centre since 2012 and in 2021 we are more
Frankston Arts Centre’s annual program aware and appreciative of the arts than ever
features performances by national and before. We are delighted to commit our
international touring companies. The free support to this industry. EastLink’s motto
exhibition program showcases local and “time better spent” is all about ensuring you
international artists and most artwork is can travel safely and quickly to those
available for sale. activities and people you love.”
Frankston Arts Centre hosts events by local Douglas Spencer-Roy
schools and community groups, offers a Corporate Affairs & Marketing Manager,
wide range of workshops and promotes EastLink
accessibility through its Arts Access
program. Frankston Arts Centre’s facilities
are hired by commercial clients and
community organisations, making it one of
Melbourne’s busiest venues.
Find out more: thefac.com.au
Partners Principal Theatre Partner Principal Media Partner
Preferred
Children’s Theatre Partner Daytime Theatre + Music Partner Accommodation Partner
Exhibition Partner Preferred Brewery
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Contents
Are you passionate
about the arts?
02 Upcoming Shows
A donation to Frankston Arts Centre
15 Exhibitions is an investment in the local arts
community and artworks of the future.
19 Workshops & Classes Together, with your philanthropic
support, we can make Frankston
22 Food & Beverage a vibrant community renowned for
its arts and culture. All donations
23 Venue & Ticket Information over $2 are tax deductible.
24 Seat Plans To make a contribution, contact the
Box Office or go to: thefac.com.au
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Frankston Arts
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27-37 Davey St
(PO Box 490)
Frankston
Victoria 3199
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Upcoming Shows
Kids Promotions
Play School live in concert “Let’s Play Together”
T H E AT R E
Thursday 8 April, 9.30am & 12pm
Play School live in concert 40 minutes of interactive fun
featuring two presenters plus the toys from the ever popular
television show.
Member / $25, Under 12 months free on adult knee
Play on Presents P/L
T H E AT R E
Archie Roach: Tell Me Why
Saturday 10 April, 7.30pm SOLD TO CAPACITY
Tell Me Why, the title of his new memoir, is an intimate, moving
and often confronting account of his resilience and strength of
spirit, and also of a great love story.
Member / $42-$52, Full / $48-$60, Concession / $45-$55,
Under 30 / $27-$35
Panorama Theatre Company
T H E AT R E
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
Friday 16 April, 7.30pm; Saturday 17 April, 5pm; Sunday 18 April,
1.30pm; Friday 23 April, 7.30pm; Saturday 24 April, 1.30pm;
Sunday 25 April, 1.30pm
Come and see Caratacus, Truly, Jeremy, Jemima and Grandpa
battle the evil Vulgarians to keep their magical car, Chitty Chitty
Bang Bang.
Member / $45, Full / $47, Concession / $42, Under 16 / $37,
Group 10+ / $40, Family (2A+2Ch) / $130
Mellen Events
T H E AT R E
Eireborne
Wednesday 28 April, 7.30pm
Eireborne returns with their 100% live rock-show. 15 world-class
Irish dancers will be accompanied by a six-piece band
performing hits from U2, The Cranberries, Van Morrison, Hozier,
The Script, Enya, plus more.
Member / $84.90, Full / $89.90, Concession / $84.90,
Child U16 / $84.90, Group 10+ / $84.90
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Ben Maiorana Entertainment
T H E AT R E
50th Anniversary QUEEN Bohemian Rhapsody
Friday 30 April, 8pm - on sale 25 March
Following a hugely successful 2019 sell-out tour, Queen –
Bohemian Rhapsody are returning with a Brand New show in
2021 combining Queens ‘Greatest Hits’ and a few of the most
popular songs on their albums. Starring Internationally
renowned Thomas Crane and Bohemian Rhapsody
Member / $59.90, Full / $69.90, Concession / $64.90,
Years 10-16 / $49.90, Group 10+ / $59.90
Jeff Carter Promotions
T H E AT R E
The Songs of Dolly Parton
Friday 7 May, 7.30pm
This uplifting show celebrates the decades-long success of Dolly
Parton, the most honoured female country performer of all time.
Member / $54, Full / $59, Concession / $54, Under 16 / $22,
Group 6+ / $54, Family (2A+2Ch) / $135
The Harbour Agency
T H E AT R E
The Australian Bee Gees
Saturday 8 May, 8pm
After 25 years on the world stage and over 8,000 performances
in over 60 countries, The Australian Bee Gees Show has evolved
to become the definitive live celebration of the wonderful music
written by the Brothers Gibb.
Full / $57.50, Concession / $52.50
Ben Maiorana
T H E AT R E
Buddy Holly In Concert: The Touring Years
I N CON CER T Friday 4 June, 8pm
Starring internationally renowned Scot Robin!
Let’s go back to where it all began – Rock’n’Roll at its very best!
Over thirty of Buddy Holly’s hit songs such as That’ll Be The Day,
Heartbeat, Peggy Sue and more.
Member / $59, Full / $65, Concession / $62, Group 6+ / $62
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COMEDY
Melbourne International Comedy Festival
Comedy Festival Roadshow
Sunday 2 May Australia’s favourite comedy convoy can’t wait to visit
8pm Frankston once again!
on sale 30 March
Join the Melbourne International Comedy Festival
Roadshow in 2021 as it rolls across the country to home
Member / $42-$52
Full / $48-$60 deliver the Comedy Festival vibe to every crack and
Concession / $45-$55 crevice of Australia. More than any year before,
Under 30 / $27-$35 Australian’s funniest comedians are champing at the bit
to break out from the barriers, shake off the seclusion
Duration and roll out the laughs.
135 minutes,
including interval With an all killer, no filler line-up of Australian stars and
talented newcomers, buckle in for a night of stand-up,
May contain coarse language, sketch, satire, silliness and song to satisfy all your
sexual referance, offensive comedy cravings!
material and smoke/haze.
Recommended for 16+.
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FA M I LY
CDP Kids
The Very Hungry
Caterpillar Show
C R E AT E D B Y J O N AT H A N R O C K E F E L L E R . B A S E D O N E R I C C A R L E ’ S B O O K S .
Wednesday 5 May One of the most-read and famous children’s books of all
11.30am & 1.30pm time, The Very Hungry Caterpillar emerges off the page
(11.30am is a Relaxed in a masterful theatrical experience.
Performance)
on sale 30 March Created by Jonathan Rockefeller, the production
features a menagerie of over 75 magical puppets,
Member / $23
including the star of the show – The Very Hungry
Full / $25
Family of 4 / $95
Caterpillar – and an Australian cast who bring these
beloved books to life on stage.
Duration The team behind the Australian tours of The Gruffalo,
50 minutes, Spot, and The 13, 26, 52, 78 & 91-Storey Treehouses
no interval
will excite, educate and entertain new readers and
first-time theatre-goers, while those who grew up with
Age suitability
Suitable for ages 1-7. these books will delight in experiencing one of the most
popular children’s books ever written.
RP Restart Investment to Sustain and Expand (RISE) Fund
– an Australian Government initiative.
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“A deeply moving work that is
both hopeful and compelling”
Arts Review
DRAMA
Alternative Facts
Grace Under Pressure
B Y D A V I D W I L L I A M S & P A U L D W Y E R I N C O L L A B O R AT I O N W I T H
T H E S Y D N E Y A R T S & H E A LT H C O L L E C T I V E
Thursday 6 May Based on hours of in-depth interviews with health
7.30pm professionals about their experiences of working in
on sale 30 March hospitals, Grace Under Pressure is a surprising and
deeply moving theatre experience that reveals the
Member / $42-$52 hidden stories of doctors and nurses in their own words.
Full / $48-$60 Ranging from dark humour to heartbreak, the stories
Concession / $45-$55
within Grace Under Pressure will leave no audience
Under 30 / $27-$35
member unaffected. Beautifully staged and disarmingly
Duration performed, Grace Under Pressure is a truly unique
85 minutes, no interval theatre experience.
Grace Under Pressure was co-commissioned by Seymour Centre and The Big
Some coarse language, Anxiety, and developed with the support of the Department of Theatre and
description of a suicide attempt, Performance Studies, University of Sydney. The Big Anxiety was assisted by
sexual harassment and surgical the Australian government through the Department of Communication and
procedures. Recommended for the Arts’ Catalyst—Australian Arts and Culture Fund. This tour of Grace
Under Pressure has been assisted by the Restart Investment to Sustain and
ages 15+.
Expand (RISE) Fund – an Australian Government initiative.
Post-show Q&A
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“Bold… impressive
athleticism and energy… has to
be seen to be believed.”
The Sydney Morning Herald
DANCE
Sydney Dance Company
Impermanence
C H O R E O G R A P H E D B Y R A FA E L B O N A C H E L A
Saturday 15 May A visceral and thrilling exploration of the juxtaposition of
7pm beauty and devastation, Sydney Dance Company’s
on sale 30 March Impermanence is Rafael Bonachela’s newest creation.
Member / $42-$52 Contemporary composer, Bryce Dessner, has composed
Full / $48-$60
Concession / $45-$55 a new score full of emotional power. Best known as a
Under 30 / $27-$35 founder of American rock band The National and for his
film scores for The Revenant and The Two Popes, Dessner
Duration
was initially inspired by the tragedy of the Australian
Approx. 65 minutes,
no interval bush fires and the Notre-Dame fire in Paris. With a score
performed by the Australian String Quartet, and the full
Sneak Peek opportunity might of Sydney Dance Company’s ensemble, this epic
to experience behind-the-
scenes of rehearsals & performance packs an emotional punch.
engage in a Q&A on Saturday Bryce Dessner’s music composition Impermanence is commissioned by the
15 May at 1pm. Australian String Quartet and Sydney Dance Company. This commission has
been assisted by the Australian Government through the Australia Council
for the Arts, its arts funding and advisory body.
Checkout the Sydney
Dance Masterclass
on Friday 14 May
(See Page 19)
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Carmen is the femme fatale
you can’t forget.
OPERA
Opera Australia
Carmen
BY BIZET
Wednesday 2 June In Bizet’s famous opera, Carmen sings her sensual
7.30pm Habanera and lures Don José into her world. He gives up
everything to follow her. But Carmen’s wandering eye
Member / $67-$75 has already found a new lover: the dashing bullfighter
Full / $76-$84 Escamillo.
Concession / $69-$77
Under 30 / $27-$35 Don José’s jealousy is fierce. Escamillo’s passion is
strong. In a gripping finale, Carmen must face her fate.
Duration
Be enthralled by the thrilling Spanish colour and
155 minutes, including interval
rhythms of Bizet’s vibrant score with Opera Australia’s
Adult themes. Recommended
singers, live chamber orchestra and a children’s chorus
for ages 15+. drawn from the local community. This new production
Carmen will be sung in French includes gorgeous sets and vintage-inspired costumes.
with English surtitles. Experience classics such as the Habanera and the
Toreador Song just as Bizet meant them — loud, live and
completely unamplified.
NATIONAL TOUR PARTNERS
LEADING PRODUCTION SUPPORTING PROUDLY PATRON-IN-CHIEF GOVERNMENT OPERA
PARTNER PARTNER PARTNER SUPPORTED BY DR HARUHISA HANDA PARTNERS CONFERENCE
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A Windmill Theatre Company Production
FA M I LY/ Y O U T H
Amphibian
WRITTEN BY DUNCAN GRAHAM
Tuesday 8 June, 11am
on sale 30 March
Chloe and Hassan are under suspicion for
stealing money while feeding the class pet
axolotl. Sent outside to work out who’s
responsible, the unlikely pair find they have
something in common. Each of them has been
forced by their parents to leave their respective
homes and face life as the new kid at school.
Amphibian is an epic story of displacement,
loss, and adapting to different worlds.
A Windmill Theatre Company Production. Windmill Theatre
Co is supported by the Government of South Australia and
the Australian Government through the Australia Council
for the Arts, its arts funding and advisory body.
Member / $28, Full / $30, Family of 4 / $100
Contains adult themes and the use of theatrical haze.
Post-show Q&A
A Ten Tonne Sparrow production
CABARET
Love Song Dedications
(Without Richard Mercer)
Tuesday 8 June, 7.30pm
on sale 30 March
In 2013, after 17 years of being on air, late night
radio legend, Richard Mercer, left his final Love
Song Dedication. Now, two brave friends attempt
to fill the void that ‘The Love God’ left behind.
Join Bonnie and Tom on their quest to find the
perfect love song. After listening to literally
thousands of dedications this hilarious duo are
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neck deep in the challenge. They seriously need
your help. It’s going to take all night! Actually,
only about 70 minutes. You’ll laugh, you might
cry. And your heart will soar (secretly) at all those
half-forgotten songs you’re ashamed to know
the lyrics to.
Member / $35, Full / $40, Concession / $36,
Under 30 / $30
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Entertainment Consulting
T H E AT R E
David Hobson & Colin Lane: In Tails
Friday 11 June, 8pm
A comedian and an opera singer’s worlds collide in a unique and
hilarious experiment that promises to enthral and entertain.
Member / $62.95, Full / $69.95, Concession / $64.95,
Child U16 / $34.95, Group 6+ / $64.95
Wizzbang Entertainment
T H E AT R E
Dr Hook & The Medicine Show Tribute
Saturday 12 June, 8pm
on sale 3 May
Re-live the era of Dr Hook with the band Hooked – Dr Hook and
the Medicine as they take you back to the songs and antics
which made Dr Hook one of the greatest bands in the world.
Member / $62.90, Full / $69.90, Concession / $62.90, Child
U16 / $50.90, Group 10+ / $58.90
Victorian State Ballet
T H E AT R E
Don Quixote
Sunday 20 June, 2.30pm
A spectacular rendition of this most festive and flamboyant of
ballets. Considered one of the most exciting of ballets, its fiery
passion and exciting musical score has audiences on the edge of
their seats from beginning to end!
Member / $50-$60, Full / $65-$75, Concession / $55-$65,
Child U14 / $40-$50, Group 10+ / $45-$55
3XY Top 40 Live
T H E AT R E
Friday 25 June, 8pm
Hosted by 3XY’s former star radio announcer, John Peters, the
show delivers top 40 hits from 40 years ago and features an
amazing line-up of talent including Brian Mannix, Nick Barker,
Bernard Curry and Nina Ferro.
Member / $50, Full / $55, Concession / $45
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Salute to the Anzacs: More Great
Songs and Stories of the War Years
Promac Productions
Friday 9 April, 10.30am & 1.30pm
This production will feature many hit songs, stories and
laughter that came from World Wars I and II and the Vietnam
War, all with a backdrop of incredible images. With a stunning
cast cast led by narrator Chris McKenna, tenor Roy Best,
musical theatre star Jaz Flowers, international soprano Alison
Jones and Opera Australia’s Caroline Vercore, this production
commemorates ANZAC Day.
Member / $19, Full / $21, Lunch at 12 noon $23
The Australian Ballet School
The Australian Ballet School
Friday 21 May, 1.30pm & 4.30pm
The Australian Ballet School is the national centre for elite
ballet training. Witness the energy, athleticism and grace of
the stars of tomorrow in a presentation of works celebrating
the art of ballet. Prepare to be entranced by Paquita, as well as
exciting new works by Stephen Baynes and Simon Dow. Don’t
miss this wonderful repertoire filled with energy, dedication
and the refined skills of the School’s young dancers.
Member / $19, Full / $21, Lunch at 12 noon $23
What’s New Pussycat?
Winding Road Productions
Friday 4 June, 10.30am & 1.30pm
A joyous, foot stamping, hand clapping celebration of the
swinging sixties. The hits of Tom Jones, Burt Bacharach,
Petula Clark, Aretha Franklin, Dusty Springfield, Carole King
and The Fab Four performed by Australia’s favourite cabaret
duo - Melissa Langton & Mark Jones. With 12 Green Room
Awards between them, they have been blazing a cabaret trail
around Australia and all across world!
Member / $19 Full / $21, Lunch at 12 noon $23
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THEATRE
Dion and Randall International
Shake Rattle ‘n’ Roll
Sunday 13 June 2pm
on sale 15 March
The music you loved, the music you grew up with… the only Rock ’n’ Roll concert
show of its kind in the world! Following sell out seasons at Her Majesty’s Theatre
Melbourne, Shake Rattle ‘n’ Roll is set to rock Frankston!
Cruise back to the rocking bopping 50’s & 60’s for an electrifying 2 hour party of
your favorite jukebox hits with Shake Rattle ’n’ Roll’s cast of dynamic singers,
award winning-world champion hottest ballroom dancers as seen on Dancing
With The Stars, dazzling costumes and sizzling choreography. The music of Bill
Haley, Chubby Checker, Bobby Darin, Elvis, Johnny O’Keefe, Ritchie Valens, Frankie
Vali & The Four Seasons, Connie Francis, Bobby Rydell, the Big Bopper, Doris Day,
Sam Cooke, Grease tribute & more is all brought to life by the stellar cast.
If you love Grease… you will love Shake Rattle ‘n’ Roll. So dust off those blue
suede shoes and prepare to be Razzle-Dazzled!
Hurry and secure your seats… this show will sell out!
Full / $79, Concession / $75 @shakerattlerollaustralia
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“...a funny and engaging treat
that goes beyond simply putting
a picture-book favourite on the
stage. ”
Alanna Maclean, SMH
FA M I LY
Monkey Baa Theatre Company
Pete The Sheep
A D A P T E D F O R T H E S TA G E B Y E V A D I C E S A R E , S A N D R A E L D R I D G E & T I M
M C G A R R Y. B A S E D O N T H E B O O K B Y J A C K I E F R E N C H A N D B R U C E W H AT L E Y
Friday 18 June Adapted by Monkey Baa in 2014 from the picture book
10.30am & 1.30pm by Jackie French and Bruce Whatley, with foot-tapping
(10.30am is Auslan interpreted) music and lyrics by Phil Scott and comedic direction by
on sale 30 March Jonathan Biggins, Pete the Sheep is a lively and
mischievous award-winning musical for young
Member / $28 audiences and their adults.
Full / $30
Family of 4 / $100 Shaun isn’t like the other Shearers in Shaggy Gully…
he’d rather be styling than shearing and instead of
Duration ‘sheep-dog’, he has a ‘sheep-sheep’ named Pete.
50 minutes, no interval After being rejected by the shearers and their dogs,
Shaun and Pete set up their own Shearing Salon in town
Age suitability and before long word is out and they are inundated with
Suitable for ages 4-9. woolly clients and maybe a Ringer or two!
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Pace Live
T H E AT R E
A Taste of Ireland
Saturday 26 June, 7.30pm
‘A Taste of Ireland – The Irish Music & Dance
sensation’ will have you laugh, cry and jig into
the night with a show that has entertained
thousands. Starring dancers from the West End’s
Lord of the Dance, Riverdance & Gaelforce
Dance, ‘A Taste of Ireland’ brings all new sets,
costumes, tunes and effects hot off its premiere
New York City run.
With revamped classics like ‘Danny Boy’ and ‘
Tell Me Ma’, the show’s live, energetic blend of
jaw-dropping acapella tap battles, world-class
dancing, melodic folk music mash-ups and craic
galore transports you through the story of
Ireland’s tumultuous history.
VIP / $109.90, Member / $64.90-$84.90,
Full / $74.90-$94.90, Concession / $69.90-
$89.90, Child U14 / $59.90-$79.90, Group 10+
/ $64.90-$84.90
CIRCA Contemporary Circus
FA M I LY
Wolfgang’s Magical Musical Circus
Thursday 8 July, 11am & 2.30pm
on sale 30 March
Wolfgang’s Magical Musical Circus reinvents the
composer’s magical music in a skilful and
illuminating show featuring Circa’s dexterous
daredevil artists and a live accordionist. Watch
as the notes are physically lifted off the page as
performers bring the renowned compositions to
life amidst a storm of powder, tumbles and
crashes, all under the eccentric swirl of the
conductor’s baton.
Straight from the score and onto the stage, the
man known as Mozart appears amid a storm of
powder, tumbling and twirling, as musical
mayhem and movement fuse in this family show
with a circus twist.
Member / $23, Full / $25, Family of 4 / $95
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Exhibitions
Morano
C U R V E D WA L L G A L L E R Y
This town, My quarter
Ventana Arte
Friday 29 January to Saturday 1 May
Originally from Barcelona, Mornington Peninsula artist Morano
paints large scale canvases inspired by colorful childhood
memories of Spanish street culture and cityscapes that depict
the moments of calm we can all find in the chaos of modern life.
Artist: Morano, Retrato con luna creciente (detail) #3.
Mixed media on canvas. 126 cm x 195 cm.
Osvaldo Civetta
AT R I U M
Roots, Raíces
Ventana Arte
Friday 26 February to Saturday 17 April
A photographic glimpse of South American indigenous peoples
in their native homes sharing with the world the roots of their
culture, tradition and land that continues to persevere in the
modern world.
Image: Osvaldo Civetta, Jujuy.
Curator Florentina Caputo
MEZZANINE
Meanwhile within our Souls
Ventana Arte
Friday 26 February to Saturday 8 May
Paintings, collage and photography by the Latin community -
including lovers of Latin cultures - created during the pandemic.
The art reveals the artistic expressions and changes that
occurred within the artists during this time. The aim is to inspire
the wider community and encourage a dialogue.
Artist: Dira Martinez Mendoza, Roce de vida.
A Shrine of Remembrance touring exhibition
ART AFTER DARK
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CHANGED FOREVER Legacies of Conflict
Thursday 1 April to Saturday 8 May
In Changed Forever, stories of migrants who have resettled in Australia
from war-torn countries are presented beside those of recent veterans
of overseas service in the Australian Defence Force. This moving
exhibition explores the impacts of global and civil conflict in changing
lives and shaping contemporary Australia.
Exhibition Floor Talk / Thursday 8 April, 5pm followed by launch
6pm to 7pm, Registration Essential 9784 1060
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Featuring Lisa Atkinson, Jenny Rusby and
the Frankston Community.
Thursday 13 May to Saturday 10 July
Curved Wall & Glass Cube Gallery
This exhibition is a time capsule,
celebration and memorial – all rolled into
one. Take a step back to this time, last year
and explore the creative exploits of our
very talented community.
All Dressed Up,
Nowhere to Go
Lisa Atkinson
Thursday 13 May to Saturday 26 June
Curved Wall
Put on your stilettos and strut in style with
Lisa Atkinson through her series of works,
‘All Dressed Up, Nowhere to Go’.
A photographic series capturing the
moments of backyard and driveway joy, in
dressing up and heading out; in spite of an
actual destination.
The Year We Stayed at Home
Jenny Rusby
Thursday 13 May to Saturday 26 June
Curved Wall
‘The Year We Stayed At Home’ is a
heartfelt photographic series by Jenny
Rusby. The works explore the simple
beauty and importance of family and
connection, in a time of isolation.
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Opening Event and Anthology
Launch
Friday 14 May, 6pm to 8pm.
Curved Wall & Glass Cube
Come celebrate the opening night of
‘This Time, Last Year’ and the launch of the
community anthology, ‘Stories at the End of
the Line’. Registrations essential 9784 1060.
Lockdown Film Competition
Screening
Friday 21 May, 6pm to 8pm
Cube 37 Studio
Come enjoy a night of short films, created
by our community for the 2020 Lockdown
Short Film Competition. Entrants were
asked to capture the time in our lives
where we entered or emerged from
shutdown and social isolation; through the
medium of film. Registrations essential
9784 1060.
The Iso-Lounge
(Open during Cube opening hours)
Thursday 13 May to Saturday 10 July
Glass Cube
In 2020, we were asked to stay at home…
In 2021, we’re asking you to come out, and
hang in our Iso-Lounge! An immersive
installation the Glass Cube – our living
lounge room will be screening Lockdown
Film Festival entries. Pull up a chair and
read our Anthology – you never know who
you might meet in the Lounge Room.
The Iso-Lounge KIDS
TAKEOVER!
Tuesday 29 June to Saturday 10 July
Glass Cube
Dust off the doilies, the kids are taking
over! In collaboration between the
Iso-Lounge and Hot Arts for Cool Kids, the
kids are taking over the Lounge Room to
make and share their point of view…
There’ll be things to make and see,
especially for the small ones in your family.
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Frankston Music Festival
FA C AT R I U M G A L L E R Y
Life is Music
Thursday 22 April to Friday 18 June
A selection of images by various photographers documenting
the Frankston Music Festival, connecting the community
through live music.
Image: Andrew Farrell, The Wizard
Chisholm TAFE
CUBE GALLERY
Little Landscapes 9x5
Thursday 13 May to Saturday 5 June
A collection of 9”x5” paintings created by Chisholm art students
en plein air (in the open air) workshops.
Image: Sharntel Ford, Untitled, Diploma of Visual Art
Opening Event / Thursday 13 May, 6pm-8pm.
RSVP / Chisholm Tafe 03 9238 8216
Peter Dwyer and Max Lane
CUBE GALLERY
Themes in Photo-documentary and Nature
Photography
Thursday 10 June to Saturday 19 June
Two local, award-winning photographers present dual themes in a
photographic exhibition. Peter Dwyer explores the style of photo
documentary in black & white and Max Lane presents a selection
of wildlife Nature Photography from Australia and remote regions.
Image: Peter Dwyer, Behind the Mesh (detail)
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FAC Design Store
FA C A R T + G I F T B OX E S
Shop the FAC Design Store for unique gift ideas
from Able and Game, Pop Jewels, earrings by
Geline, vessels by Emma Davies and guest
jewelry designers.
Image: Geline Design
Pop Jewels
Workshops & Classes
Sydney Dance Company
CUBE 37
Masterclass
Friday 14 May, 5pm-6.30pm
Students will be guided through a contemporary
technique warm up, learn Impermanence
repertoire and be led through composition tasks
utilised by Rafael Bonachela and the company
dancers to generate new movement for
Impermanence.
Students will be challenged to think innovatively
and develop their own movement vocabulary
and creative expression.
Dance experience required.
Photo: Daniel Boud
$25 Limited Places. Ages 13+
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FAC and FCC Positive Ageing presents
CUBE 37
Comedy and Connection –
A Workshop Series
Tuesdays, 23 March-27 April, 10am-12pm
Cube 37 Studio
Calling all seniors! This is not stand-up comedy!
This workshop is an exploration of physical
comedy, collaboration and connecting to and
leading from joy; specifically for seniors and all
levels of experience. Expect movement, games,
exercises, improvisation, laughter – and cake.
These sessions will be led by actor and comedian
Laura Trenerry and are suitable for all levels of
experience. The workshop will run as a theatre
and movement style class and will be followed
by morning tea.
For this workshop series, we ask if possible
to please commit to attending the full 6 week
series.
Only $10 for all six sessions
Artwell
CUBE 37 STUDIO
Every Wednesday (except during School and Public Holidays),
10.30am-12.30pm
Artwell is a community Arts Program for people with, and in
recovery from mental illness. The program aims to promote and
enable Mental Health Wellness through Arts Practice.
No experience is necessary – just a passion to be inspired and
be creative.
$6 Bookings required on 97841890 or
artsaccess@frankston.vic.gov.au
Circus on Wheels
CUBE 37 STUDIO
Every Thursday (except during School and Public Holidays)
Classes commence Thursday 22 April, 12.15pm-2.15pm
Circus on Wheels is a weekly inclusive circus class, catering for
adults of all abilities, and welcoming people with physical and
T Drive Circus on wheels
intellectual disability and acquired brain injury. Bring a friend,
carer or family member and come learn some new skills, meet new
people and of course, have fun!
$12.50 per session, bookings required.
Tickets available via Box Office
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Hot Arts for Cool Kids
CUBE 37 STUDIO
Tuesday 29 June, Wednesday 30 June,
Thursday 1 July, Friday 2 July
Daily, 10am-12pm
Come be a part of Frankston’s favourite arts and
crafts wonderland. Cube 37 undergoes a
transformation into a crafty kid’s dream where
anything is possible. Kids engage in fun art
activities where they can let their imaginations
run wild.
$18 per child, Ages 4 – 12. Participants must be
supervised by an adult.
AMAZING
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Danger Club by CIRCA
July School Holidays Workshop and Performance. Cube 37 Studio
Calling young people aged 13-17. Come take a leap in a series of circus workshops!
You will explore danger through Circus, create a performance with world-class artists and
perform to family and friends. Places are limited!
$75 Participation Fee. 20 participants only. Tickets available via Box Office. Book by
Friday 21 May to secure this amazing opportunity.
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Food & Beverage
Savour our two course pre-show dining experience with a choice between two main
courses and two desserts for $55 per person. Look out for this icon:
Dinner commences two hours prior to each show to allow sufficient time to relax and
enjoy your meal without feeling rushed. You’ll be treated to a complimentary appetizer
on arrival to get your night off to a flavourful start.
For a quick bite or a drink before the show, you can choose from our bar menu,
ranging from mixed sandwich plates, seasonal antipasto to share, cheese platters and
various faster food options.
Avoid the rush! Pre-order your interval drinks and snacks at the bar before the
show starts.
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Venue & Ticket Information
Live Theatre Open Hours: Please check our Box Office counter opening times
Captioning on our website or by calling ahead as times may vary
during this period.
Audio Described
Our Box Office opens one hour before performances.
Performance
Suitable for patrons Tickets: Booked tickets may be collected at the Box Office,
who are blind or have downloaded to mobile, printed at home or can be mailed for a
nominal fee.
low vision.
Concession: Unless otherwise stated, concession includes
Auslan Interpreted Government Pension Card/Senior Card, full time student or
Performance person in receipt of unemployment benefits. Some
Suitable for patrons performances may have limited concessions detailed.
who are deaf or hard Children and Babies: Unless otherwise stated, everyone
of hearing. attending a performance, including children and babies, must
hold a valid ticket.
RP Relaxed Performance
Suitable for patrons Car Parking: For undercover parking, enter from Young Street.
with autism spectrum Fees apply.
conditions, sensory, Special needs: We provide access for all abilities, subject to
communication or availability. Please advise the Box Office in advance.
learning disabilities. Hearing Assistance: Receivers are available for loan at the
Interpreter service: Box Office.
131 450 Social Scripts: Available for families and patrons with children
on the autism spectrum. The stories have photographs and
Disclaimer: Every effort has been
made to ensure the accuracy of the
information about your visit to Frankston Arts Centre and are
details in this brochure, however the available to download from thefac.com.au or can be emailed
FAC reserves the right to withdraw, on request.
substitute or vary the details of
performances and to rectify any
errors at a later date.
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Theatre Seating Plan
STALLS
STAGE
(ORCHESTRA PIT BELOW)
A 0
1 02 7 A
03 04 26 2
05 06 0 24 25
B 0 7 08 09 10 1 22 23 B
1 02
03 04 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 2 6 27 28
C 0 05 06 4 25 2
1 02 07 08 09
10 19 2 0 2 1 22 23 2 9 3 0 C
03 04 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 2
05 06 27 28
D 0 07 08 09 25 26 1 D
1 02
03 04 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 9 30 3
05 06 28 2
E 0 07 08 0 26 27 E
1 02 9 10 11 12 1 3 24 25 32 33
03 04 3 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 2 30 31
F 0 05 06 28 29 F
1 02 07 08 0 26 27 4
9 10 11 12 13 2 5 3
03 04
05 06 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 31 32
33
G 0 07 08 0 29 30 35 G
1 02
03 04 9 10 11 12 3 2 4 2 5 2 6 27 28 3 34
05 06 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 2 32 3
H 0 07 08 0 30 31 7 H
1 02 9 10 11 1 7 28 29 36 3
03 04 2 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 2 4 35
J 01 05 06
0 7 3 1 32 33 3 J
ENTRY DOORS 02 0
3 04
08 09 10
11 12 13 14 6 2 7 2 8 29 30 3 5 3 6 37 ENTRY DOORS
15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 2 33
05 0
7 08 09
2 9 3 0 31 3 2
10 1 1 12
1 3 1 4 1 5 1 6 1 7 1 8 1 9 2 0 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 2 5 26 2 7 28
FAC Seating Plan: Dress Circle
K 0
1 02
03 04 38 39
40
K
05 06 36 37
L 01 07 0 8 3 4 35 L
0 2 03
04 0 5
09 10 1
1 12 13 14 2 9 3 0 31 32 33 3 8 3 9 40
06 0 7 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 3 6 37
M 01 0 8 09 1 3 4 35 M
02 0 3 0 11 1 2 1 1 32 3 3 39 40
0 4 05 3 14 1 5 1 6 1 7 18 8 29 3 0 3 7 38
N 01 06 0 7 19 2 0 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 2 5 2 6 2 7 2 3 5 36 3 N
0 8 0 9 10 3 4
02 0 3 1 3 1 32 33 40
04 0 5 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 1 5 16 1 7
1 8 1 9 2 0 2 1 2 2 23 2 4 2 5 2 6 2 7 2 8
2 9 3 0 38 93
06 0 7 36 37
O 01 0 8 09 1 3 4 35 O
02 03 0 11 1 2 13 1 32 3 3 9 40
04 0 5 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 3 3 8 3
06 0 7 0 3 6 37
P 01 8 09 1 0 3 4 35 P
0 2 03 1 1 1 2 1 3 14 3 1 32 3 3 39 40
04 0 5 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 37 3 8
0 6 07 0
8 0 9 10 SOUND
3 3 3 4 3 5 36
1 1 1 2 13 1 4 DESK 2 8 2 9 3 0 3 1 32
15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27
Please note: DRESS CIRCLE
The standard seating arrangement provides permanent wheelchair access in the Front Stalls (Row J, seats J5 and J33).
Additional wheelchair access is available in Row J. Please advise the Box Office if required. Two seats are required for each wheelchair.
Prams and other large items cannot be taken into the auditorium, but may be stored in the air locks outside each entry door.
ENTRY DOORS ENTRY DOORS
AA
AA
01 0 38
BB 2 03 6 37 BB
04 0 35 3
01 0 5 06
07 08 33 34 40
CC
2 03
04 0 09 10 9 3 0 31 32 7 3 8 39
1 1 12 13 1 8 2 3 CC
01 0 5 06
07 08 4 15 16 17 18 19 2 0 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 2 35 36
2 03 0 9 1 3 2 3 3 34 8 3 9 40
0 11 12 1 37 3
DD 04 0 13 14 15 1 29 30 3 DD
01 0
5 06
07 08 6 17 18 19 2 0 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 35 3 6
2 03 09 10 33 34 9 40
04 0 11 12 13 31 32 38 3
EE 5 06 14 1 5 16 17 18 28 29 30 36 37 EE
01 0 07 08 19 2 0 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 3 34 3 5
STAIR ACCESS 2 03 09 10 1 3 2 3 3 9 40 STAIR ACCESS
04 05 1 12 13 1 0 31 38
ONLY FF 06 07 4 15 16 17 1 8 19 2 0 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 3 36 37 FF ONLY
01 0 08 09 34 35 39 4
0
2 03
04 05 10 11 1 3 0 3 1 32 33 3 8
GG 06 07
2 13 14 15
16 1 7 18 1 9 2 0 21 2 2 23 2 4 2 5 26 27 28 2
9 36 37 GG
01 0
2 03 08 09 2 3 3 34 35 9 4 0
1 3 3
04 05 0 11 12
13 14 1 5 16 1 29 30 31 36 37
38
06 07 7 18 19 2 0 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 34 35
08 09 1
0 11 12 1 1 32 33
3 14 15 16 17 1 8 29 30 3
8 19 2 0 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 2
McCLELLAND GALLERY FOYER
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CUBE 37 SEATING PLAN
Cube 37 Seating Plan
CUBE 37
PERFORMANCE AREA
FOYER
ROW AA IS AT FLOOR LEVEL
(STEPS UP TO TIERED SEATING – ROWS A-M)
AA AA
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
A A
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
B B
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
FOYER C C
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
D D
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
E E
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
F F
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
G G
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
H H
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
J J
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
K K
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
L L
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
M M
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19
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