Touring with her new album, Sydney-sider Jodi Martin is haled by The Australian as ‘one of Australia’s most talented female singer/songwriters’. Jodi is a multi-instrumentalist and singer with stories that will make you laugh and songs that can make you cry. She is joined by Liz Frenchman (Jigzag/Frencham Smith) on double bass. Liz has recently toured to WA with her new album ‘Jericho’ and will play a stunning set of her own.
Sunday 27 November The Swan Basement, Swan Hotel, North Fremantle
Tickets Full $10 from www.heatseeker.com.au or at the door
Enquiries 9335 2725
Produced by The Swan Basement, Swan Hotel, North Fremantle
ITALIAN FILM FESTIVAL 2005
Festival Highlights:
Manual of Love
(Manuale d’Amore), A beguiling romantic comedy from director Giovanni Veronesi (What Will Become of Us?) follows four separate tales of love and betrayal and features an all-star cast, including Silvio Muccino, Margherita Buy and Sergio Rubini.
Screening: 6:45pm Sat 12 November;
6:45pm Thurs 17 November & 6.15pm Sun 20 November* (*special Fremantle Festival Screening)
Once You’re Born You Can No Longer Hide (Quando Sei Nato Non Puoi Piu Nasconderti):
Official Competition Cannes 2005. From multi award-winning director Marco Tullio Giordana (The Best of Youth, One Hundred Steps), comes the story of Sandro, the only son of a wealthy Brescian entrepreneur, left for dead after falling overboard during a sailing trip.
Screening: 9.15pm Saturday 12 November, 6.45pm Monday 14 November, 6.45pm Friday 18 November.
The Keys To The House
(Le Chiavi Di Casa): A compassionate, incredibly affecting exploration of fatherhood, and the often-surprising nature of disability, starring Kim Rossi Stuart and Charlotte Rampling.
Screening: 6.45pm Friday 11 November, 6.45pm Tuesday 15 November.
Sacred Heart
(Cuore Sacro): Irene (Barbara Bobulova) is an unscrupulous and successful businesswoman. But when two close friends commit suicide following her takeover of their company, her self-confidence disintegrates, and she retreats to her family’s residence in Rome. Whilst there she befriends a bright young street kid, Beni (Camille Dugay Comencini), and is forced to confront her values.
Screening: 8.45pm Sunday 13 November, 9.15pm Saturday 19 November
Enquiries 9444 4056 or www.italianfilmfestival.com.au
Produced by Luna on SX Cinemas
Proudly supported by the City of Fremantle
Tickets for all KULCHA events can be booked online at www.kulcha.com.au
BOCS 9484 1133 or KULCHA 9336 4544
LUNCHTIME DANCE AND SONG
To kick off their Mediterranean 05 events during the Fremantle Festival KULCHA will host a free concert of Mediterranean music and movement. Dynamic dancing from the Spanish ensemble Encanto, haunting harmonies from Croatian Folkloric Group Zagreb and traditional French dances from Souleiado.
Thursday 17 November 12.30 – 1.30pm
King’s Square, Fremantle
FREE
Produced by KULCHA
JOSEPH TAWADROS
Joseph Tawadros will perform his unique and extraordinary blend of traditional and original melodies played on the Egyptian oud. The virtuosity of this young artist has led him to perform with Slava Grigoryan, the Australian Chamber Orchestra and the Sydney Opera House. Joseph, accompanied by his brother James on req (Egyptian percussion) will play in the improvised makam style – sometime beautiful, sometimes sad, sometimes exciting.
Thursday 17 November 8.00pm KULCHA, South Terrace, Fremantle
Tickets Door $16, Presale $14 and KULCHA Members $12
Produced by KULCHA
MEDITERRANEAN SHOWCASE
A showcase concert echoing the villages and shores of the Mediterranean. The Last Five Coins, Farida Rabih and Commedia dell’Arte – with extra flavour added by Mark Cain, Lucky Oceans and Mel Robinson and special guests Joseph and James Tawadros from Sydney, Gypsy music, Spanish flamenco, Italian theatrics, Egyptian oud and percussion, Bosnian accordion … run away to the Mediterranean … if only for the weekend.
Saturday 19 November 8.00pm
Fremantle Town Hall, King’s Square, Fremantle
Tickets Door $22, Presale $20 and KULCHA Members $18
Produced by KULCHA
SWAE presents
Celebrate great WA Indigenous music up close at this post Wardarnji party. Great country rock and storytelling from Beatz Working and Reno James, acoustic grooves from Desert Rose and Yamitji man Phil Moncrieff from Carnarvon and funky R’n’B from The Hill.
Saturday 19 November 8.00pm
KULCHA, South Terrace, Fremantle
Tickets Full $10 and KULCHA members $8 from BOCS and KULCHA
Enquiries 9336 4544
Produced by KULCHA and South West Aboriginal Entertainment
FRENCH SOIREE
Join us on the dance floor for an entertaining evening to celebrate the first anniversary of Fremantle’s unique French businesses Le Forum and JJ’s Café & Patisserie. Don’t miss our special guest appearance by Pascale and others! French and world music by Jacques – finger food and sweets by Chef Gerard.
Thursday 24 November 7.30pm
KULCHA, South Terrace, Fremantle
Tickets Door $14, Presale $12, Members $10
Produced by KULCHA
IN SEARCH OF THE MEDITERRANEAN GUITAR, CHILDRENS WORKSHOP
Often associated with Spain, the guitar has links to many Mediterranean countries. In this interactive workshop Tim Chambers and Simon Rovis-Hermann will explore the history of the early instrument and the different styles and sounds of the guitar. Ages 8 – 12.
Saturday 19 November 1.00 – 11.00 am
KULCHA, South Terrace, Fremantle
Tickets $5
Produced by KULCHA
JOSEPH TAWADROS WORKSHOP
Joseph Tawadros is Australia’s leading oud player. The oud is the Middle Eastern ancestor of the lute, derived from the Arabic, Turkish and Armenian musical cultures. Using Arabic rhythms, the music of the oud is based on makam, a style of improved melodic composition. This workshop is a mesmerising insight into one of the great musical cultures of the world.
Saturday 19 November 1.00 – 3.00pm
KULCHA, South Terrace, Fremantle
Tickets Full $10, KULCHA Members $8
Produced by KULCHA
THE VISIBLE PROJECT
AKHTER JAHAN
This award-winning artist is the foremost female exponent in Australia of the music traditions of Bengal. Drawing from the richly crafted traditional songs of life in Bangladesh, this enticing music is rich in rhythm and melody. Akhter takes you through a musical hourney ranging from gently meditative to spontaneously energetic and is KULCHA’s special guest as part of The Visible Project.
Friday 18 November 8.00pm
KULCHA, South Terrace, Fremantle
Tickets Door $14, Presale $12, KULCHA members $10
Produced by KULCHA
The VISIBLE Photo Project is using photography to empower street children in Dhaka, Bangladesh, providing them with a means of communicating their unique perspectives on life with the world. This international exhibition aims to raise awareness and garner support for the issue of child rights in the majority world. This exhibition will be opened with a launch at the KULCHA venue on Universal Childrens Day, featuring photographs taken by street children in Dhaka; Bangladeshi music and food, video footage of cross cultural workshops with Fremantle school children.
Launch Sunday 20 November 2.00 – 4.00pm
KULCHA, South Terrace, Fremantle
Tickets Full $15, Child $5
Exhibition 21 November – 2 December (weekdays 10.00am – 4.00pm)
Enquiries 9336 3120
Produced by KULCHA and supported by PSTC Bangladesh, AusAID, the Office of Multicultural Interests and the City of Fremantle
Croatian Cultural Week is staged each year to promote cultural diversity to Australian audiences with an example of Croatian cultural heritage blending this specific culture into a wider Australian Landscape.
ART EXHIBITION
Opening 12 November – 8 January 06
Exhibition Gallery of WA Maritime Museum, Victoria Quay, Fremantle
Open from 9.30 am till 5 pm Monday to Sunday
A major exhibition of Croatian Contemporary Graphic Art titled “From the Coast to the Plains”. Sixty four exhibits representing some of the best known Croatian painters of the last fifty years which is the biggest exhibition from Croatia to be held in Australia.
FILMS:
Sunday 13 November 5.00pm
Croatian Community Centre, Alfred Road, North Fremantle
“One Song a Day Takes the Mischief Away” a romantic comedy set in 1930’s in the capital city of Zagreb with many popular songs of this era.
Sunday 20 November 5.00pm
Croatian Community Centre, Alfred Road, North Fremantle
“Birch” a drama based on a story by Croatian writer Slavko Kolar, set in the picturesque countryside of Northern Croatia it is a beautifully told story of a gentle country girl’s battle against life’s cruelty.
(Films are spoken in Croatian with English subtitles).
SONG AND DANCE NIGHT:
Friday 25 November 8.30pm
Since its formation last year, folkloric group Zrinski has shown great talent and determination fast becoming the leading folkloric group within Croatian Community. Also appearing is instrumental and vocal group “Alto”, a five piece band performing a variety of music, a mixture of pop/rock and typical Croatian tunes. A very vibrant, multitalented group able to reach audiences of all ages.
THEATRE:
Saturday 26 November 8.30pm
Drama Group Ivan Gundulic presents a comedy – “Our Story” arranged by Marko Baric. It is a love story of young people reaching and meeting across continents, of falling in love regardless of their elder’s expectations. It is funny and serious at the same time, sure to entertain us all (performed in Croatian).
Kulcha Club, 1st Floor, 13 South Terrace, Fremantle
Enquiries 9531 6338
Organised by Australian Croatian Congress through
Croatian Community Council of WA
MATINEE MADNESS: THE BEST OF 2005
The FTI Cinema presents the latest and best in independent, international and alternative film and animation, right in the heart of Fremantle. To get a taste of what the FTI Cinema is all about we’re proud to present a short festival of FREE matinee screenings, featuring some of the highlights of the 2005 Cinema Programme!
POM POKO
Japan, 1994. 119 mins, PG. Directed by Isao Takahata. English language version. A family of magical raccoons fight against the redevelopment of their homes. A charming animated fantasy for all ages!
Tuesday 22 Nov, 3:00pm.
A CENTURY IN STONE
UK, 2004. 120 mins, G. Directed by Craig Hornby. The sell-out documentary about the Eston iron mines whose steel made the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
Wednesday 23 Nov, 3:00pm.
MY NEIGHBORS THE YAMADAS
Japan, 1999. 104 mins, PG. Directed by Isao Takahata. English language version. The life of a dysfunctional family in modern-day Tokyo is played out in this innovative animated comedy from the producers of Howl’s Moving Castle.
Thursday 24 Nov, 3:00pm.
POSTCARDS FROM THE FUTURE
USA, 2004. 90 mins, unrated (admission strictly 18 years and over). Directed by Dennis Widmeyer. An inspiring look at cult author Chuck Palahniuk (Fight Club) and his dedicated legion of fans.
Friday 25 Nov, 3:00pm.
OSAMU TEZUKA
Japan. 100 mins, G (suitable for all ages). He is considered the father of Japanese animation. Come celebrate legendary animator Osamu Tezuka with this special screening featuring episodes of Astroboy and Kimba the White Lion!
Saturday 26 Nov, 3:00pm.
22- 26 November 3.00pm
FTI Cinemas, 91 Adelaide Street Fremantle
FREE
Enquiries 9431 6700 or e mail screenevents@fti.asn.au
Presented by FTI Cinemas
‘LIFELINE’ FILM PREMIERE
World premiere screening of ‘Lifeline’ where hip hop beats infuse the streets, local dance crews meet, work their differences out find their own way. This is a new short film created by local indigenous and non-indigenous young people through ‘The Messenger Project’ . A multi arts community building project.
FTI Cinemas, 91 Adelaide Street Fremantle
FREE
Enquiries 0407 703 883/0409 377 993
Presented by SWERVE in partnership with the City of Fremantle
SOUL OF THE DESERT BY PHILIPPA NIKULINSKY
Watercolours, drawings and field notes describing the amazing biodiversity of Australia’s arid lands – the abundance of rich vegetation, the interaction between lizards, birds, termites and plants, the ecosystem and the blooming of the desert after rain. Coinciding with the launch of Philippa’s new book published by Fremantle Arts Centre Press.
SIGNING OFF ON THE STATE BY AMANDA ALLERDING
This new mixed media series explores the official narrative that contributes to perceptions of an Australian national identity. Allerding investigates the sacredness of particular battle-sites such as the Murray River at Pinjarra, and the 1834 massacre of the Bindjareb Nyungar people, as well as Anzacs, military decorations and the topography of Gallipoli.
BRIAN MCKAY - COLLECTIVE WORKS
Brian McKay is one of Western Australia’s foremost contemporary artists, who has enjoyed a practice in Fremantle over the last thirty years. The exhibition will present painting, works on paper and distressed aluminium drawn from Murdoch University and City of Fremantle Art Collections, developed in collaboration with the artist and Galerie Dusseldorf, the artists’ representing the gallery. Art works will be exhibited at the City of Fremantle Art Collection Gallery, at the Fremantle Art Centre and City Library (runs 29 October until 4 December).
22 October – 20 November
part of Living Artists WA
Free Artists talks – rsvp essential
Sunday 6 November
11.00am Philippa Nikulinsky
2.00pm Brian McKay
PAUL GIOIA TRIO
Piano – every which way! Supported by double bass and a vocalist, Paul Gioia plays with an infectious passion and sensitivity that traverses numerous styles without losing sight of a song full of life and soul. From blues, jazz, reggae, celtic and things that just don’t fit, Paul stirs up a concoction bolstered by a fascination with piano as a roots instrument. Expect Chicago and New Orleans blues, ragtime, soulful ballads, and black and white southern gospel traditions tinted with Paul’s impressive history of musical exploration. Not to be missed!
Sunday 20 November 2005 2 – 4pm
THE ATOMIC DARTS
The Atomic Darts are a trio of swingin, skin-crackin’ drums, slapback-jack double bass and lightnin’ licks hot-rod guitar. Their music rolls like a hip 50’s jukebox with the sounds of juvenile delinquent rock’n’roll and cool hepcat rockabilly. “These kinda tunes make you start off tappin your feet...and end up boppin to the crazy beat!”
Sunday 27 November 2005 2 – 4pm
1 Finnerty Street, Fremantle
Enquiries 9432 9555
Produced by Fremantle Arts Centre
THE 17TH (11TH MEMORIAL) GWENYTH EWENS ART AWARD
A selection of artworks by Years 6 & 7 Fremantle primary school students depicting historic buildings in Fremantle.
Thursday 17 – Wednesday 23 November
Exhibition closes Wednesday 23 November 3.30pm
Monday-Thursday 9.30am - 8.00pm, Friday & Saturday 9.30am - 5.00pm
Fremantle Childrens Library
Enquiries 9432 9725
Produced by the City of Fremantle
Lights, camera, action! Takes you through the 1905 work undertaken by the Fremantle Municipal Tramways and Electric Lighting Board, which culminated in the opening of the tramways on 30 October 1905 as part of the first Fremantle Week – now our Fremantle Festival. This wonderful collection of historic photographs illuminates this story from the breaking of ground, to installation, and finally celebration.
18 – 27 November normal opening hours
Angus & Robertson Bookshop window,
High Street Mall, Fremantle
Enquiries 9432 9739
Produced by the City of Fremantle
St Paul’s and Fremantle Festival both mark their centenary year. In celebration of this and to create a sustainable presence for the future, Fremantle artists are invited to contribute to the “Illuminations” Art Exhibition where proceeds of sales will be donated to the St Paul’s Centenary Restoration Appeal. Refreshments on sale.
19, 20, 26 and 27 November
November 2.00 – 6.00pm
St Paul’s Church, 162 Hampton Road, Beaconsfield
Enquiries 9335 2242
Produced by St Paul’s Church
THE GREAT LITTLE CHRISTMAS SHOW
Gallery East’s artists and invited guest artists have created the perfect painting, prints, sculpture and jewellery in miniature for the ideal seasonal present.
17 November – 18 December
Tuesday – Saturday 11.00am-5.00pm, Sunday 2.00 – 5.00pm
Gallery East, North Fremantle
Enquiries 9336 6231
Produced by Gallery East
This is a celebration using colour and light in different mediums: painting, glass, pottery, jewellery and lollies (edible art). Illuminati is a group exhibition of local and international artists. During the two weekends of the exhibition there will be interactive workshops.
11 – 27 November 11.00 – 5.00pm
Workshops 10.00 – 12.00pm, 1.00 – 3.00pm and 7.00 – 9.00pm
max. 12 people, bookings essentia
lEnquiries 9430 6730
Produced by Treasure Gallery
Comprising new works featuring contemporary Fremantle lifestyle – an artists interpretation of local streets and their culture.
18 – 24 November – Opening Night 18 November 6.00 – 9.00pm,
Saturday – Thursday 11.00am – 5.00pm
Kidogo Art Gallery, Bathers Beach Fremantle
Enquiries 9388 1411 or 0418 940 922
Produced by Tim Count
Participants are invited to submit entries depicting historical arcades and walk ways in the City of Fremantle, together with a short description of the history of the chosen subject. Judging takes place on Sunday 27 November, there will be a $100 prize for the best entry as well as $100 for popular choice.
18 – 27 November
Exhibitionist Art Gallery, Woodson’s Arcade, Fremantle
Enquiries 0418 928 982
Produced by Exhibitionist Art Gallery
The Australian Centre for Concrete Art is responsible for a series of public art works in Fremantle including the design for repainting the Queensgate carpark. An edition of prints based on these projects will be included in this exhibition along with installations by members of the group.
18 – 27 November 10.00am – 5.00pm
Moores Building Contemporary Art Gallery, Henry Street, Fremantle
Enquiries 9335 4532
Produced by AC4CA
Per Aspera Ad Astra – Aspire toward the Stars is an exhibition which reveals the artists joy of life and her desire to touch your innermost being. The paintings have a lot to do with movement and stillness, expressing the various energies their speed and position in time and space..
18 – 26 November 11.00am – 6.00pm
Kidogo Arthouse, Bathers Beach, Fremantle
Produced by Asanga Steggewentz
110th ANNIVERSARY OF THE CINEMA EXHIBITION
An exhibition of historic motion picture technology, projectors, cameras, home movie equipment and more. Also pre-cinema technology, including the Mutoscope, Kinetoscope, Zootrope, Phenakistoscope etc. Hands on activities for all ages.Also featuring a special one hour talk and demonstration titled “MOVIE MAGIC - The Story of the Invention of the Moving Pictures”.
Exhibition 18 – 27 November
Weekdays from 11.30am, Saturdays 2.30pm and Sundays 10.30am
FREE Talk Monday – Friday 10.30am, weekends 1.30pm tickets $3
The Fremantle Light & Sound Discovery Centre,
Fremantle History Museum, Finnerty Street, Fremantle
Bookings essential 9430 7966
Produced by The Fremantle Light & Sound Discovery Centre
This is a unique opportunity to see a demonstration “Lost Wax” bronze pour and watch molten bronze being poured into a series of moulds from the safety of the Greg James Sculpture Studio Gallery Loft. Hear about this fascinating process from the sculptor himself.
Saturday 26 November - approx 2.00pm
Unit 2, J Shed, Fleet Street, Fremantle
Enquiries 9335 5857
Produced by Greg James Sculpture Studio
The aim of the Buddhist path is enlightenment or pure happiness. This is attained through the training of our mind and it is possible for everyone to achieve. Attend our introductory talk to learn what the Dharmapala Centre has to offer to lead you along the path to happiness.
Friday 18 November 7.00 – 9.00pm
Dharmapala Buddhist Centre, 160 High Street, Fremantle
Enquiries 9430 7877
Tickets Full $10, Concession $7 at the centre or on the night
Prouced by Dharmapala Buddhist Centre
NORTH FREMANTLE FESTIVAL CHALLENGE
A light heated contest between street teams competing in bowls, volley ball and petangue for the North Fremantle Festival Challenge Cup.
Sunday 20 November 10.00am – 3.00pm
North Fremantle Bowling Club and Community Hall
Enquiries 9335 7471
Produced by North Fremantle Community Association/Precinct 12
Be seen On The Beach North Fremantle 26 November
Grab 5 of your friends, work mates or beach buddy’s, get them kitted out in your favourite team strip and register now!! Last year saw over 800 slammers kicking it up, so don’t miss the chance to join this year’s even bigger party at the Oyster Bar on the Beach. For the winners there’s a shot at the final, for the losers, well you get to start the party earlier, with live music, refreshing cocktails and some solid food!! You snooze, you loose, so go for it – enter now!
Saturday 26 November 11.00 – 4.00pm
4.00 – 10.00pm live music
The Oyster Bar on the Beach, North Fremantle
Enquiries 02 9460 6099 or 0416 186 926
Registrations at www.slamvolleyball. com
Produced by Popcorn Events
Its on aqain! Get active. Have a Go! Nonstop dancing. Rock n Roll, Hip Hop, Ballroom, Latin, Tango, Street Latin, Ceroc. Qualified instructors leading the way.
Saturday 26 November 12.00– 5.00pm
Fremantle Town Hall, King’s Square, Fremantle
Tickets $10 available at the door. Doors open 11.00am
Enquiries 9337 3452
Produced by WA Branch Australian Dancing Board
WORDPLAY ILLUMINATES THE FESTIVAL
The Wot R U Project
This is a play/game that sheds light on schoolyards, sports fields and other places that really educate use about ourselves. The project was designed to explore and perform the intersection of comedy, musical theatre, epic drama, animation and video game design techniques.
THE YOUNG PLAYMAKERS COMEDY FESTIVAL
To commemorate the 100th anniversary of Fremantle Festival, Wordplay is launching its YOUNG PLAYMAKERS kNOw nonSENSE FESTIVAL. The competition is based at 11-15 year olds and their teachers who enjoy wackiness, nonsense, the oddities of life, winning prizes, having fun, looking at the ridiculous and ludicrous, laughing at themselves and know the “great thing about being imperfect is the joy it brings to others”. Five schools have risen to the challenge of devising and performing an original act of up to 10 minutes . The children have access to Wordplays director, playwrights, animator, costume designer, choreographer and stage manager.
Thursday 24 November 7.00pm launch and 8.00 pm show, Friday
25 November 7.00pm show and Saturday 26 November 2.00pm matinee and 7.00pm final show
Tickets Full $16, Concession $12, Child $8 from BOCS and at the door
Enquiries 9336 6111
Produced by Wordplay Theatre for Young People