John Waters - Looking Through a Glass Onion
One night only - Friday 11 May
UP CLOSE & PERSONAL, WHERE IT ALL BEGAN
"It's clear that Looking Through A Glass Onion has stood the test of time and can be called now a classic piece of Australian repertoire". Sydney Gig Guide Dec 10, 2011 **** 4 stars
In 1992, John Waters and Stewart D'Arrietta took to the small stage at the Tilbury Hotel, Woolloomooloo, Sydney with their debut production of "Looking Through A Glass Onion". What was an initially a one week booking quickly sold out and extended into a six week, sell out season. Thus the original seed of "Looking For A Glass Onion" was born.
Fast forward 20 years and after many successful and sold out Glass Onion tours, John and Stewart have decided to return to their 'up close and personal' intimate 2 man show tour commencing in January 2012.
"It began its life as a small venue piece with just Stewart D'Arrietta and myself on stage at the Tilbury Hotel in Sydney. I made my entrance from a kichen and climbed over patron's laps to scramble onto a tiny raised platform in the corner of the room. The audience and I were inescapably intimate with each other from the very start, and I kinda like that. Not every venue we play this time around can be exactly like that, but it's the feeling I want to create - to take the show back to its roots" says John Waters. "This is a last chance opportunity for regional Australia to see this show as we'll be taking it to Broadway in New York in 2013 and are in discussion with Yoko Ono on aspects of the New York shows".
A homage to the music, mystery and memory of John Lennon.
The show is not a cut-and-paste biography of Lennon or an emulation of the original recordings. On stage, with shadows from the lighting arrangement fluttering over his face as he explores the essence of the man through song and spoken word.Waters, becomes synonymous with Lennon. He shies away from imitating the artist, but so emotive is his performance, it lulls the audience into believing anything is possible. It's part concert and part biography, though it doesn't seek to tell the full story of Lennon's life.
" a remarkable celebration of a unique talent... Waters does it brilliantly"
THE SPECTATOR, LONDON
"John Waters encapsulates the essence of Lennon." CAPITOL RADIO, LONDON
"The humour, the pace, the crisp intercuts of light and sound, the emotional texture of music and narrative, and the insights add up to a stirring celebration of genius."
SYDNEY MORNING HERALD
"Part bio, part great concert, totally excellent."
THE SUNDAY TELEGRAPH
"Angry, wired and wiry…..a powerfully recalled lament."
LONDON GUARDIAN
Total running time approximately 2hrs + 15mins (includes intermission)
When Dad Married Fury
By David Williamson
An Ensemble Theatre Production
PLAYING FOR A STRICTLY LIMITED SEASON22-23 June 2012
Alan is rich. Very rich. How he made his money is the subject of some debate but, as the beneficiaries of his will, Ian and Ben aren't going to question their father's ethics too closely. Ben's wife Laura, however, is a lefty with scruples, so Alan's seventieth birthday celebrations were never going to be conflict free. When Alan introduces his new wife to the family, Fury proves to be a force to be reckoned with...after all,
she's beautiful, American and - young.
A searing black comedy from David Williamson set right on the religious and political fault lines
of contemporary Australia.
Nick Jr.'s Dora The Explorer Live!
PLAYING FOR A LIMITED SEASON ONLY
5-7 July 2012
Everyone's favourite explorer is embarking on a LIVE musical adventure down under in NICK JR.'s Dora the Explorer LIVE! Search for the City of Lost Toys.
Dora the Explorer has lost her teddy bear Osito, and the search is on to retrieve him! With the help of the audience, Map, Backpack, Boots, Diego and their courageous friends, Dora uses her map-reading, counting, musical and language skills to successfully pass through the number pyramid and the mixed-up jungle to reach the City of Lost Toys. But watch out - you never know what that sneaky fox
Swiper might be up to along the way!
Dora the Explorer fans in Australia will delight in this two act, song and dance spectacular
that invites them to think, sing and play along.
Phone: 132 849
Online: www.ticketek.com.au
In person: At the Theatre Royal or any Ticketek outlet
Group bookings: 1300 364 001
Address: 108 King Street, Sydney.
Administration: Phone 02-9224 8444 (no ticket sales) Fax 02-9223 3994
For ticket inquiries and bookings, call 132 849
Box Office Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm.
When there is a performance, the box office remains open until show time.
Weekend opening hours will vary according to performance times.
Collecting Tickets: It is advisable to collect your tickets in advance to avoid the queues: we recommend picking up your tickets before you head to the venue. If you decide to collect your tickets at the venue, be sure to arrive early to avoid potential delays.
Cloakroom: A free cloakroom service is located on the ground floor. This service is available approximately 45 minutes prior to the performance.
Backpacks and Large Bags: For comfort, safety and security reasons, we ask that you cloak all backpacks and large bags this is a condition of entry to the auditorium.
Alcohol is not permitted inside the auditorium.
There is no hearing loop at the Theatre Royal.
The Stalls area (lower level) is accessible by stairs only. There are no lifts to this area. The Dress Circle area (upper level) is accessible by stairs, lift and escalators.
Please note, if you are
taller than average or if you have knee problems, it is advisable you book in the Stalls seating area which has a little more leg room.
Patrons in wheelchairs or with mobility concerns are asked to mention this to Ticketek when making their booking. If you have difficulty taking stairs, we would recommend you book in the Dress Circle which is accessible by lift and escalators. You will only need to negotiate the steps down to your row of seating from the entry of the Dress Circle with the exception of M row in the Dress Circle which is fully accessible with NO STAIRS to get to this row.
Seating Map: Click here to View Map Seating can vary from show to show - this seating map to be used as a GUIDE ONLY.
MLC Centre Dining Guide
On-site Catering
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The Theatre Club (holds up to 20) |
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The Royal Lounge (holds up to 40) |
Car Parking
The car park at the MLC Centre is run by Wilson Parking. The entrance is right beside the theatre on King Street. Lifts run directly from the car park to the theatre (get off on level 6 for the Box Office, Main Lobby and Stalls seating & level 7 for the Dress Circle). Wilson Parking offers permanent and casual parking, early bird specials, and flat rates after hours and at weekends. For information on current rates click here.For theatre patrons attending weekday performances, present your theatre ticket on entry to receive a discounted flat rate for the day (refer to the current rates sheet above). Contact Wilson Parking on 02-9231 0519 if you require further information on parking. |
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Trains
Martin Place is the closest station to the MLC Centre and Theatre Royal, however, St James, Wynyard and Town Hall are also within easy walking distance www.cityrail.nsw.gov.au
Buses
Castlereagh St (right outside the MLC Centre) and Elizabeth Street. Also close to George Street. www.sydneytransport.net.au
For information on all public transport call the transport info line 131 500 or visit their website: www.131500.com.au
Coach set down/pick up points
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