Your guide to Melbourne events, exhibitions and sport April 16 - 22, 2007.
One of the biggest festivals It's Youth Week is on this Sunday at Moonee Ponds. If you would like to update your home with some new art then head down to the Royal Exhibition Building for Art Melbourne '07. Circus Royale continues to delight audiences of all ages. There are many great shows and exhibitions on this week and Richmond takes on the Western Bulldogs Rip Off Dome this Friday.
Major Events Guide
Moonee Valley Youth Week is an exciting celebration of the achievements of all young people this Sunday.
This Australian Government, State, Territory and Local Government initiative is staged in Moonee Ponds. After just 3 years, the festival has quickly developed into the nation's largest Youth Week event and one of the biggest youth specific festivals in Victoria.
The one-day event includes over 25 live acts and performers, market stalls, information stalls, a large variety of food vendors, extreme sports demonstrations, films, street art, exhibitions, giveaways and more.
Art Melbourne 07 is the smart way to buy art, it's open from Thursday to Sunday.
Enjoy a range of artwork including - paintings, sculpture, ceramics, photography, indigenous works, works on paper including limited edition prints and mixed media. 100's of galleries will be showcasing over 800 artists work.
The Great Melbourne Pursuit combining elements from the Amazing Race, scavenger hunt and orienteering into one exciting event, teams of 2 will race against the clock around Melbourne and the inner suburbs visiting famous landmarks and locations while completing a variety of fun activities along the way.
Not only will you be participating in a truly unique and fun experience, but you will also be competing for a great cause as the event will be raising funds to proudly support the Royal Children's Hospital this Saturday.
The Circus Royale is an unforgettable 2 hour show staged in a luxury tent featuring International circus stars.
High wire walkers, swing trapeze, comedy, acrobats, sabateco dancers, drummers, jugglers, contortion and 6 humane animal acts featuring camels, llamas, technicolour birds, horses and geese, it continues until May 6th.
The Giant Sky Wheel will be open at Federation Square. The panoramic views of the city are breathtaking and with the lights illuminating the skyline at night there is no better way to spend your day or evening than on top of the Giant Sky Wheel.
Situated along the edge of the Yarra River come along and check out the fantastic views of Melbourne Skyline or stroll down during the evening to see the spectacular light show.
Exhibitions - Art | Festival | Show
NGV Australia - Australian Impressionism until July 8th - focuses on the five major artists of the movement - Charles Conder, Frederick McCubbin, Tom Roberts, Arthur Streeton, and Jane Sutherland.
The exhibition traces the development of the radical new landscape at Box Hill, Mentone and Heidelberg. It examines the lively art world of 'Marvellous Melbourne' and the staging of the famous 9 by 5 Impression Exhibition of August 1889.
ACMI - Centre Pompidou Video Art until May 27th - one of the world's great collections, explore the largest history of video art ever seen in Australia.
Thomas Harrison - Milliner By the late 1930s, Ballarat-born Thomas Harrison was Melbourne's best-known milliner. His hats were coveted by women from all over Australia and were recognisable for their exceptional finish, inventive forms and dramatic visual effect.
An influential presence on Melbourne's millinery scene, Harrison's handiwork included one-off pieces for the wardrobes of individual clients, discreet ranges made to accompany the collections of local fashion houses, and whimsical historical showpieces created for his own in-house displays.
This exhibition presents an impressive selection of over 50 hats from the National Gallery of Victoria's extensive Thomas Harrison archive, spanning from the 1930s to the 1970s. Gifted to the Australian Fashion & Textiles collection by the artist in 1976 and 1980, the archive numbers more than 230 examples. These works, which survey his long career, have not been seen en-masse publicly in three decades. Thomas Harrison, Milliner celebrates Harrison's legacy, ingenuity and versatility as a bespoke milliner and examines his rich visual, historical and material vocabulary.
continues until May 27th - one of the most successful musicals in the world - seen by over 30 million people in 25 countries in 12 languages.
Set in 1975 during the final days leading up to the American evacuation of Saigon, Miss Saigon is an epic love story about the relationship between an American GI and a young Vietnamese woman.
The Ghost Writer - Developed under MTC's Hard Lines Program, Ross Mueller's The Ghost Writer is a story about stories, the lies we tell ourselves and the truths we daren't tell anyone. It's on at the Arts Centre until April 21st. Everyone has a story to tell, provided they have the right words to tell it. Brihanna (Margaret Harvey) can talk a blue streak, but writing has never been her thing. Best to leave that to Claudia (Belinda McClory), who has the class and literary skills to give a chaotic, violent story the texture of true tragedy. But what if the ghost writer has her own ghosts to exorcise, or only wants to stir up old ghosts?
RocKwiz is on Saturday. Julia Zemiro and Brian Nankervis host Australia's most original music trivia quiz show, in an unadulterated display of rock nerdery!
Recorded live in the Gershwin Room at the legendary music venue, St Kilda's Esplanade Hotel, the show features 2 mystery music guests and 4 punters selected from the pub audience, pitted against one another, in five fast and furious rounds of fearsome music trivia all for the ultimate prize.. the honour of winning!
Grab a bargain at one of Melbourne's excellent markets, fetes and fairs. An increasing number of food and produce markets including wine are popping up around the suburbs. And don't forget garage sales.
If you've ever been to one of those food extravaganzas at Crown's fantastic Palladium Room, it's likely you've enjoyed some of Tim Clark's goodies. Tim is a multi award winning chocolate 'Master' who is responsible for much of the yummy chocolate treats coming from the kitchens at Crown.
Tim will show you some great and simple enough recipes for everything from moulded and dipped chocolate pralines, to nougat. It's a sweet tooths dream class! This Sunday $ 80.
Australian Rules Football - Telstra Dome continues to rip off its patrons by not allowing pass-outs, but we'll be there to watch the Tigers take on the Doggies on Friday night.
We make it easy for you to find Melbourne's hidden and secret bars. Many new bars and nightclubs have opened recently and some even have free internet access where you might find some of the OnlyMelbourne staff working away.
This Saturday at Bar Altitude is Dirty Disco a night geared to a cheeky-but- friendly, up-for-it crowd, combining sexy, dirty house music in an intimate & comfortable environment.
It's a Saturday night party that will enforce a strict but fair membership base aimed at attracting a large female clientele who'll be provided with a safe and fun place to be each and every week.
Dirty Disco is what Our city's scene has been missing! A place where you can go to express yourself without the hassles or worries you might be subjected to at other venues. Clubbing is, and always has been, about escapism, freedom and enjoyment. Going out in Melbourne has been getting too serious over the past few years; Dirty Disco is all about putting the FUN back in to going out again!
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Your guide to Melbourne events, exhibitions and sport April 16 - 22, 2007.
One of the biggest festivals It's Youth Week is on this Sunday at Moonee Ponds. If you would like to update your home with some new art then head down to the Royal Exhibition Building for Art Melbourne '07. Circus Royale continues to delight audiences of all ages. There are many great shows and exhibitions on this week and Richmond takes on the Western Bulldogs Rip Off Dome this Friday.
Major Events Guide
Moonee Valley Youth Week is an exciting celebration of the achievements of all young people this Sunday.
This Australian Government, State, Territory and Local Government initiative is staged in Moonee Ponds. After just 3 years, the festival has quickly developed into the nation's largest Youth Week event and one of the biggest youth specific festivals in Victoria.
The one-day event includes over 25 live acts and performers, market stalls, information stalls, a large variety of food vendors, extreme sports demonstrations, films, street art, exhibitions, giveaways and more.
Art Melbourne 07 is the smart way to buy art, it's open from Thursday to Sunday.
Enjoy a range of artwork including - paintings, sculpture, ceramics, photography, indigenous works, works on paper including limited edition prints and mixed media. 100's of galleries will be showcasing over 800 artists work.
The Great Melbourne Pursuit combining elements from the Amazing Race, scavenger hunt and orienteering into one exciting event, teams of 2 will race against the clock around Melbourne and the inner suburbs visiting famous landmarks and locations while completing a variety of fun activities along the way.
Not only will you be participating in a truly unique and fun experience, but you will also be competing for a great cause as the event will be raising funds to proudly support the Royal Children's Hospital this Saturday.
The Circus Royale is an unforgettable 2 hour show staged in a luxury tent featuring International circus stars.
High wire walkers, swing trapeze, comedy, acrobats, sabateco dancers, drummers, jugglers, contortion and 6 humane animal acts featuring camels, llamas, technicolour birds, horses and geese, it continues until May 6th.
The Giant Sky Wheel will be open at Federation Square. The panoramic views of the city are breathtaking and with the lights illuminating the skyline at night there is no better way to spend your day or evening than on top of the Giant Sky Wheel.
Situated along the edge of the Yarra River come along and check out the fantastic views of Melbourne Skyline or stroll down during the evening to see the spectacular light show.
Exhibitions - Art | Festival | Show
NGV Australia - Australian Impressionism until July 8th - focuses on the five major artists of the movement - Charles Conder, Frederick McCubbin, Tom Roberts, Arthur Streeton, and Jane Sutherland.
The exhibition traces the development of the radical new landscape at Box Hill, Mentone and Heidelberg. It examines the lively art world of 'Marvellous Melbourne' and the staging of the famous 9 by 5 Impression Exhibition of August 1889.
ACMI - Centre Pompidou Video Art until May 27th - one of the world's great collections, explore the largest history of video art ever seen in Australia.
Thomas Harrison - Milliner By the late 1930s, Ballarat-born Thomas Harrison was Melbourne's best-known milliner. His hats were coveted by women from all over Australia and were recognisable for their exceptional finish, inventive forms and dramatic visual effect.
An influential presence on Melbourne's millinery scene, Harrison's handiwork included one-off pieces for the wardrobes of individual clients, discreet ranges made to accompany the collections of local fashion houses, and whimsical historical showpieces created for his own in-house displays.
This exhibition presents an impressive selection of over 50 hats from the National Gallery of Victoria's extensive Thomas Harrison archive, spanning from the 1930s to the 1970s. Gifted to the Australian Fashion & Textiles collection by the artist in 1976 and 1980, the archive numbers more than 230 examples. These works, which survey his long career, have not been seen en-masse publicly in three decades. Thomas Harrison, Milliner celebrates Harrison's legacy, ingenuity and versatility as a bespoke milliner and examines his rich visual, historical and material vocabulary.
continues until May 27th - one of the most successful musicals in the world - seen by over 30 million people in 25 countries in 12 languages.
Set in 1975 during the final days leading up to the American evacuation of Saigon, Miss Saigon is an epic love story about the relationship between an American GI and a young Vietnamese woman.
The Ghost Writer - Developed under MTC's Hard Lines Program, Ross Mueller's The Ghost Writer is a story about stories, the lies we tell ourselves and the truths we daren't tell anyone. It's on at the Arts Centre until April 21st. Everyone has a story to tell, provided they have the right words to tell it. Brihanna (Margaret Harvey) can talk a blue streak, but writing has never been her thing. Best to leave that to Claudia (Belinda McClory), who has the class and literary skills to give a chaotic, violent story the texture of true tragedy. But what if the ghost writer has her own ghosts to exorcise, or only wants to stir up old ghosts?
RocKwiz is on Saturday. Julia Zemiro and Brian Nankervis host Australia's most original music trivia quiz show, in an unadulterated display of rock nerdery!
Recorded live in the Gershwin Room at the legendary music venue, St Kilda's Esplanade Hotel, the show features 2 mystery music guests and 4 punters selected from the pub audience, pitted against one another, in five fast and furious rounds of fearsome music trivia all for the ultimate prize.. the honour of winning!
Grab a bargain at one of Melbourne's excellent markets, fetes and fairs. An increasing number of food and produce markets including wine are popping up around the suburbs. And don't forget garage sales.
If you've ever been to one of those food extravaganzas at Crown's fantastic Palladium Room, it's likely you've enjoyed some of Tim Clark's goodies. Tim is a multi award winning chocolate 'Master' who is responsible for much of the yummy chocolate treats coming from the kitchens at Crown.
Tim will show you some great and simple enough recipes for everything from moulded and dipped chocolate pralines, to nougat. It's a sweet tooths dream class! This Sunday $ 80.
Australian Rules Football - Telstra Dome continues to rip off its patrons by not allowing pass-outs, but we'll be there to watch the Tigers take on the Doggies on Friday night.
We make it easy for you to find Melbourne's hidden and secret bars. Many new bars and nightclubs have opened recently and some even have free internet access where you might find some of the OnlyMelbourne staff working away.
This Saturday at Bar Altitude is Dirty Disco a night geared to a cheeky-but- friendly, up-for-it crowd, combining sexy, dirty house music in an intimate & comfortable environment.
It's a Saturday night party that will enforce a strict but fair membership base aimed at attracting a large female clientele who'll be provided with a safe and fun place to be each and every week.
Dirty Disco is what Our city's scene has been missing! A place where you can go to express yourself without the hassles or worries you might be subjected to at other venues. Clubbing is, and always has been, about escapism, freedom and enjoyment. Going out in Melbourne has been getting too serious over the past few years; Dirty Disco is all about putting the FUN back in to going out again!
Moonee Valley Youth Week is an exciting celebration of the achievements of all young people this Sunday.
Art Melbourne 07 is the smart way to buy art, it's open from Thursday to Sunday. 
The Circus Royale is an unforgettable 2 hour show staged in a luxury tent featuring International circus stars. 
NGV Australia - Australian Impressionism until July 8th - focuses on the five major artists of the movement - Charles Conder, Frederick McCubbin, Tom Roberts, Arthur Streeton, and Jane Sutherland.
ACMI - Centre Pompidou Video Art until May 27th - one of the world's great collections, explore the largest history of video art ever seen in Australia.
Miss Saigon continues until May 27th - one of the most successful musicals in the world - seen by over 30 million people in 25 countries in 12 languages.
RocKwiz is on Saturday. Julia Zemiro and Brian Nankervis host Australia's most original music trivia quiz show, in an unadulterated display of rock nerdery! 
This Saturday at Bar Altitude is Dirty Disco a night geared to a cheeky-but- friendly, up-for-it crowd, combining sexy, dirty house music in an intimate & comfortable environment. 
