The Spring Gasworks Holiday Program runs Monday
22 September to Friday 3 October 2008.
This spring we have shows & presentations ranging from magic to live action and shadow puppetry to snakes and reptiles, and workshops both creative and physical. Hopefully there's something for everyone!
New at this holiday program:
Gasworks will hold BBQS on the Terrace on Tue 23 Sep, Wed 1 and Thu 2 Oct from 11.30am to 1pm. Buy a yummy sizzling sausage or veggie burger from $3.
Before booking please note the following:
- Tickets to performances must be purchased for both adults and children attending; under 2s enter for free but are not allocated a seat. Workshops require tickets to be purchased only for participants.
- For Garden Studio, Art & Craft Room and Park events please go straight to the venue on the day; for Theatre, Studio Theatre, Foyer and Dressing Room events please pick up tickets from the Box Office in the Foyer.
- Adults are welcome to stay and watch workshops (space permitting), although they are encouraged to remain in classes for 5s and under, and encouraged to leave in classes for over 9s.
- All materials are supplied at workshops.
- Please book under the name of the paying adult, and there is limited availability, so book early!
 Performances
Workshops
Theatre, Shows & Presentations
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The Water Show
Presented by Splash Theatre
With Waterworks play in the Foyer
All ages |
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An action packed adventure as two time-travelers return to the present in an attempt to avert a global water crisis in the future. Entertaining, informative and funny. |
| Where: |
Gasworks Theatre |
| Date: |
Tuesday 23 September |
| Time: |
11am or 1pm (55 mins) |
| Tickets: |
$13 (for Adults & Children, 2 and under free) |
| Bookings: |
t: 9699 3253 or book online now! |
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Foyer Activity: |
Come to Gasworks before The Water Show and participate in some waterworks play from 11.30am to 1pm! Gold coin donation. Gasworks BBQ also available. |
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Snake Busters
All ages |
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Join Australia’s best reptile handlers and learn about frogs, spiders and snakes that live in Australia. All venom is removed and handling will be possible - if you dare! |
| Where: |
Studio Theatre |
| Date: |
Monday 29 or Tuesday 30 September |
| Time: |
2.30pm to 3.30pm |
| Tickets: |
$13 (for Adults & Children, 2 and under free) |
| Bookings: |
t: 9699 3253 or book online now! |
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The Mermaids Daughter
Presented by Company Gongoma
With Shadow Puppet creation in the Foyer
All ages |
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Come on a musical journey into the world of shadow puppetry and West Africa. This story is about a young girl named Sia who is unable to walk. It is only when her mother takes her to the Maribu healer that Sia’s true identity is revealed.
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| Where: |
Gasworks Theatre |
| Date: |
Wednesday 1 October |
| Time: |
10.30am (45 mins) |
| Tickets: |
$13 (for Adults & Children, 2 and under free) |
| Bookings: |
t: 9699 3253 or book online now! |
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Foyer Activity: |
Make your own shadow puppet to take home from 11.15am to 2pm in the Gasworks Foyer.
Gold coin donation. Gasworks BBQ also available. |
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Family Magic Show
Presented by Cath Jamison
With Balloon Bending in the Foyer
All ages |
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Australia’s leading female magician is an internationally award winning artist who offers a fresh, theatrical approach to the world of magic and intrigue. Close up magic and thrills like you've never witnessed before. Come to the show and be amazed. |
| Where: |
Gasworks Theatre |
| Date: |
Thursday 2 October |
| Time: |
1pm (40 mins) |
| Tickets: |
$13 (for Adults & Children, 2 and under free) |
| Bookings: |
t: 9699 3253 or book online now! |
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Foyer Activity: |
Come early and join in the Balloon Bending fun, make a balloon animal or object from 11.30am to 1pm, with Wiggi the very friendly clown. Gold coin donation. Gasworks BBQ also available. |
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Backyard
Presented as part of The Age Melbourne Fringe Festival 2008
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The Matinee performances of this dance production are available for booking as part of the school holiday program. Click here for more information. |
| Where: |
Studio Theatre |
| Matinees: |
Fri 26 Sep & Wed 1 Oct at 1pm |
| Tickets: |
$12
(for Adults & Children, 2 and under free) |
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Workshops
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The Magical Hour
Ages: 4 to 8 years |
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This hour of fun and play with Fairy Mary includes creative movement, interactive storytelling, face painting and a mystery craft activity to take home. |
| Where: |
Garden Studio |
| Date: |
Monday 22 September or Wednesday 1 October
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| Time: |
9.30am to 10.30am or 10.45am to 11.45am |
| Tickets: |
$15 |
| Bookings: |
t: 9699 3253 or book online now! |
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Photographic Workshop
Ages: 9 to 12 years
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Bring your own digital camera to learn some great tips on composition, lighting, and making the most of your camera by looking at the world with a fresh eye. |
| Where: |
Art & Craft Room |
| Date: |
Monday 22, Wednesday 24 September
or Wednesday 1 October (sold out) |
| Time: |
10.15am to 12.15pm |
| Tickets: |
$28 |
| Bookings: |
t: 9699 3253 or book online now! |
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Stop Motion Animation Workshops - SOLD OUT
Ages: 9 to 12 years |
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Are you a fan of Wallace and Grommit or Adam Elliott’s Harvie Krumpet and wonder how it’s done? Learn the techniques of stop motion animation over three days: develop an idea for a short film, make clay models, and then animate a sequence to make your own movie.. |
| Where: |
Studio Theatre |
| Date: |
Monday 22 to Wednesday 24 September
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| Time: |
10am to 3pm, daily (three day course; bring your own lunch) |
| Tickets: |
$130; sold out |
| Enquiries: |
t: 8606 4200; or sign up to our mailing list so you don't miss out |
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Kindermotion
Ages: 3 to 5 years |
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Children learn numbers, colours, shapes and songs while practising the basics of dance, motor development, fitness, and gymnastics. |
| Where: |
Garden Studio |
| Date: |
Tuesday 23 or Tuesday 30 September |
| Time: |
9.30am to 10.15am or 10.45am to 11.30am |
| Tickets: |
$15 |
| Bookings: |
t: 9699 3253 or book online now! |
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Yoga Champs
Ages: 4 to 7 years |
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Yoga is calming, fun and helps you to grow physically, emotionally and socially. Learn how to relax and focus in this introductory session where you might hiss like a snake in Cobra pose, or learn to balance on one foot while standing tall like trees. |
| Where: |
Garden Studio |
| Date: |
Wednesday 24 or Monday 29 September |
| Time: |
9.30am to 10.15am |
| Tickets: |
$15 |
| Bookings: |
t: 9699 3253 or book online now! |
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Ribbon Dancing
Ages: 5 to 9 years |
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Create images of the sea, rainbows, the wind and other spectacular scenes using colourful ribbons and movement. Choose the colours to make your own dancing ribbons to take home. |
| Where: |
Foyer |
| Date: |
Wednesday 24 or Monday 29 September |
| Time: |
9.45am to 10.45am or 11.15am to 12.15pm |
| Tickets: |
$18 |
| Bookings: |
t: 9699 3253 or book online now! |
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Swordfighting
Ages: Some sessions 4 to 8 years, others 4+ |
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Nationally accredited coach, Chris Jones teaches the basic skills of fencing and sword fighting in an intensive class. Try it just for fun or use it as a springboard to take it up as a sport.
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| Where: |
Garden Studio |
| Dates & Times: |
Wed 24 or Fri 3 Oct at 10.45am (4 to 8s) or 12noon (4+)
Fri 26 Sep at 12noon (4+)
Mon 29 Sep at 10.45am (sold out), 12 noon (sold out) or 1.15pm (4 +)
Tue 30 Sep or Wed 1 Oct at 12noon or 1.15pm (4 +)
All sessions one hour |
| Tickets: |
$18 |
| Bookings: |
t: 9699 3253 or book online now! |
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Act Out a Story
Ages: 4 to 8 years |
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Dress up as your favourite characters from Snow White and the Seven Friends or Alice in Wonderland, and join Zoe (professional choreographer & dancer) in making your story come true.
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| Where: |
Garden Studio |
| Date: |
Thursday 25 September or Thursday 2 October |
| Time: |
9.30am to 10.30am - Snow White and the Seven Friends
11am to 12noon - Alice in Wonderland |
| Tickets: |
$15 |
| Bookings: |
t: 9699 3253 or book online now! |
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Art Foundation: Painting
Ages: 9 to 12 years |
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Paint a canvas and learn the foundations of Expressionism using colour, tone, depth and paint application skills to recreate a personal dreamscape. |
| Where: |
Art & Craft Room |
| Date: |
Thursday 25 or Friday 26 September (sold out) |
| Time: |
10am to 12noon |
| Tickets: |
$28 |
| Bookings: |
t: 9699 3253 or book online now! |
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Mixed Media
Ages: 13 to 17 years |
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Join Artist Kylie Forbes in a discussion of her current installation in the Angela Robarts-Bird Gallery at Gasworks, followed by an art session exploring mixed media techniques including found objects, sculpture and painting that are used in the exhibition. |
| Where: |
Meet at ARB then to Art & Craft Room. |
| Date: |
Friday 26 September |
| Time: |
1.30 to 3.30pm |
| Tickets: |
Free (sponsored by City of Port Phillip) |
| Bookings: |
t: 9699 3253 |
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3D Construction
Ages: 5 to 9 years |
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Construct a town, robot, garden, or whatever you can think of out of boxes, paper, sticks, coloured cardboard and other treasures sourced from the depths of Millie's collection of precious found materials. |
| Where: |
Art & Craft Room |
| Date: |
Monday 29 (sold out), Tuesday 30 September, Thursday 2 or Friday 3 October |
| Time: |
10am to 12noon |
| Tickets: |
$28 |
| Bookings: |
t: 9699 3253 or book online now! |
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African Music & Song
Ages: 8 to 12 years |
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Sing and learn traditional songs from West Africa accompanied by the balaphone (African xylophone), kora (African Harp), djembe and guitar. Bring your voices!
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| Where: |
Gasworks Theatre |
| Date: |
Wednesday 1 October |
| Time: |
12noon to 1pm |
| Tickets: |
$10 |
| Bookings: |
t: 9699 3253 or book online now! |
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