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Updated Tuesday 2nd September NEWSLETTER FROM
Hey there Guys'n'Gals,
WOW! First day of spring yesterday and the weather was beautiful. We have just had the coldest August on record for about 60 years and did I feel it. It took a massive electricity bill to get us to turn the heating down. Never mind. It looks like the good weather is on its way and with so much happening in the months ahead, all-in-all, I can't wait. Anyway, you can read all about it in my Newsletter below and check out the details in The Kitten's Gig Guide which she has done a marvellous job with, even getting up a far as The Stray Cats gig in February next year. Every month has something for everyone.
A couple of things I want to draw your attention to have come from friends in the bike scene and I have added them to the "Cars and Bike Stuff" below. Please keep any events coming in. We are happy to add them for people to read about.
Apparently the "50's Rhymes in The Vines" at Oakvale Wines was a great success judging by the feedback from friends who went and I hope next year the organisers split the event away from the Rose Seidler House 50's Fair Day weekend so more of us can go.
Our Rockabilly Beginner Refresher Workshop followed by our monthly Intermediate Workshop was fantastic on Sunday. Both were well supported and students loved what they learnt. Its always a thrill for the Kitten and I to see people out dancing after we have taught them so we look forward to seeing more of you at upcoming gigs. Just check the Gig Guide below. Remember! Everyone had to start somewhere and most of the experienced dancers you will meet will be more than happy to help you along with getting out there on the floor (or carpet as is often the case).
IMPORTANT NOTE We have been advised by the promoter that The Gangsters Ball (details below and in the Gig Guide) on Saturday 20th September at The Gaelic Theatre is heading for a SELL OUT so don't leave it till the last minute and rock up at the door resplendent in the good vintage threads or you may be heading home with a long face whilst the rest of us HAVE A BALL.
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ROCKABILLY DANCE Workshops September
Beginner
- Sunday
14th September - from
Beginner
Refresher - Sunday
28th September
- from
Intermediate - Sunday
28th September - from
See The Swingin' Kittens Gig Guide below on these dates for more details or check our Dance Lessons links at the top of this page.
ROCKABILLY DANCE Private Tuition
Accelerate your dancing skills with a private lesson. One-to-one tuition really irons out the bumps. With the studio at Camperdown being fully booked each night we are now in a position to offer private lessons for individuals or couples at our home in Kingsgrove where our garage floor is lined with new vinyl perfect for the job. We are still available for private dance lessons at Swingtime Dance studio before or after our dance workshops on the designated Sundays. If you would like to enquire or make a booking, please ring Margie on 0410 668 995 or Email to swinginkitten@primusonline.com.au .
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THREE GREAT NEW MONTHLY GIGS TO LOOK OUT FOR
FIRST FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH - Souths Juniors, Kingsford
First event this coming Friday 5th September
Rock'n'Roll with great bands plus DJ's Limpin' Jimmy and The Swingin' Kitten - commencing this coming Friday 5th September. Check out the line-up below. This club is serious about getting back to their legendary Rock'n'Roll nights and there is a great dance floor.
LAST THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH - Canterbury Hurlstone Park RSL
Rock'n'Roll with great bands plus DJ's Limpin' Jimmy and The Swingin' Kitten - The Flaming Stars kicked off the first night and played three great sets to a group of dedicated fans. As expected, the Rock'n'Roll had everyone up dancing, plus the band threw in a few of their most popular numbers with a bit of Lounge/Swing and popped in a couple of well known Rockabilly for good measure. I'm sure the numbers will grow as the night gains reputation and The Flaming Stars will be invited back for another night. This venue has great seating and a big dance floor.
Next event is Thursday 25th September featuring the very popular Jive Bombers
LAST SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH - Oxford Art Factory, Darlinghurst
Commencing Sunday 26th October
Limpin' Jimmy and The Swingin' Kitten will be presenting "Rockin' and Swingin' at The Oxford Art Factory" featuring a variety of great Swing and Rockabilly bands with of course, DJ's Limpin' Jimmy and The Swingin' Kitten - commencing Sunday 26th October. Spread the word far and wide and help us make this a success.
Check this out for our opening night - The Velvet Set! This is the band which has packed the 34B nightclub in Oxford Street for their past shows, playing the modern high energy Jump Blues/Swing music which draws dancers and music lovers from across the genres of Swing, Rock'n' Roll and Rockabilly. And the venue is great with a big dance floor and plenty of viewing from the sides and a raised balcony area. Reminds me a bit of the great set-up which used to be at Bar Broadway. The Oxford Art Factory will Swing and Rock on Sunday 26th October.
You can get advance tickets through Moshtix at www.moshtix.com.au for $10 + BF
Check out the main room below and have a look at their website at www.oxfordartfactory.com for more information
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"TOWRADGI ROCK & BLUES FESTIVAL"
expected capacity crowd. This event has quickly become the biggest annual event of it's type in the Illawarra region and is a 'must do' for music fans far and wide.
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The Bean family up there on the NSW Central Coast have all pretty much been involved in Music and Dance Studios for as long as I can remember. Now young Gavin is getting in on the act with a bit of entrepreneurial work as you can see below. He has organised a great weekend and is hoping it will be a great success. If you read this, please pass the information on to your friends.
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OverviewClick on the tabs above to search events by genre. Two iconic venues will unite for a series of concerts giving Sydneysiders an experience never to be repeated. For close to a century The Famous Spiegeltent has seduced international audiences, but this spring it will be staged in its best ever location, the Sydney Opera House Forecourt. A festival of music, comedy, cabaret and kids shows, Gorgeous! will feature over 40 artists in more than 60 performances from 17 October to 15 November. Two different shows will be staged daily Tuesday to Friday, three shows on a Saturday and four shows on Sunday. Kids shows will run on selected weekends. Gorgeous! will be the one and only time The Famous Spiegeltent shares Bennelong Point with Sydney Opera House. The temporary venue will replace The Studio which must close for two months as part of the ongoing Accessibility and Western Foyers Project. Homegrown music will dominate the program with Australian icons such as Vanessa Amarosi, Jimmy Barnes, Stephen Cummings, Dave Graney, Jeff Lang, Dave McCormack and Tex Perkins set to take to the Spiegeltent stage. Alongside these local legends, some of Australia’s new wave of singer songwriters including The Audreys, Geoffrey Gurrumul Yunupingu, Lior, Kate Miller-Heidke, Dan Sultan and Holly Throsby will also perform. Cabaret highlights include Irish chanteuse and Spiegeltent sensation, Camille O’Sullivan, notorious US dykon Lea Delaria, and a return season of The Burlesque Hour. Two of France’s most original contemporary musicians Tété and Ronan/Ronan will give an alternate sound to Gorgeous!, as will local percussion trio Circle of Rhythm. In a rare treat, acclaimed boogie-woogie pianist Dick Hughes will be joined by his daughter, the former lead singer of Machine Gun Fellatio, Christa for a jazz-blues recital. The pair will recreate the lounge room of her youth in which a teenage Christa would learn the standards from her legendary father. Fusing Brazilian and African elements with jazz, New York singer Gretchen Parlato has an ethereal voice and understated, improvised approach. Lauded by jazz legend Herbie Hancock and hailed by critics as a female Frank Sinatra, this will be her first ever Sydney show. Gorgeous! will also feature some of Australia’s brightest comedy acts including Rod Quantock, Sam Simmons and Tripod. Kids’ shows will be presented on selected weekends from The Casio Brothers, Loose Canon and Men of Steel . Many of the shows in the Gorgeous! season are one-offs and capacities are strictly limited, so please book early to avoid disappointment. This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience this extraordinary venue in this amazing location, I hope you can join us.
Built in 1920 by master craftsmen Oscar Mols Dom and Louis Goor, The Famous Spiegeltent is the very essence of a festival club, cabaret salon, dance hall and intimate concert venue. Since Marlene Dietrich sang Falling In Love Again on its stage in the 1930s, the magic mirrors have reflected thousands of images of artists, audiences and exotic gatherings. Spiegelmaestro David Bates said only a handful of the hand-hewn pavilions are left in the world today. “Like every old theatre, her ghosts travel with her, woven into ballooning velvet canopies, circular teak dance floor and stained, cut-glass windows,” he said. “The Famous Spiegeltent’s intimate booths, ornate bar and bevelled mirror columns hold a million secrets while her glorious Art Nouveau chandelier swings overhead.” If you've already had a Famous Spiegeltent experience you'll require no convincing. If you haven't, why not whet your appetite with a virtual visit
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Rockabilly in September Issue of Readers Digest
Yes folks! You read it right. In a spin-off from the Stephen Siewert, Rockabilly photo exhibition which was on at The Museum of Sydney recently, Readers Digest have printed a feature on our Rockabilly culture with some good shots from the exhibition. $5.95 at the newsagents.
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SWING SWING SWING
Coming up from Swingtime Australia
3-6 October 2008It's their fourth year and Swingtime Australia are ready to do it again. Make sure you don't miss the opportunity to be part of Sydney largest swing event, come and join the fun. Incorporating workshops with 4 international instructors, Benjamin and Genevieve and Yuval and Vanessa. Heaps of social dancing with six events over 3 days and live bands for your dancing pleasure. You can do the lot or choose individual events - they have options to suit everyone. This is a weekend not to be missed. Have a look around the website and feel free to contact us if you have any questions, we are more than happy to help. The SLX Team For the full schedule and details of all events go to the website at http://www.sydneylindyexchange.com.au/
But wait! There's more presented by Swing Patrol.
Swing Patrol Sydney Swing Festival 2008Thursday 13th November till Monday 17th NovemberWelcome to the third annual Sydney Swing Festival! REGISTRATIONS FOR SSF 2008 ARE NOW OPEN! Start planning for a jam-packed weekend as Sydney goes SWING CRAZY from Thursday Nov 13th – Mon Nov 17th 2008. Join dancers from all around Australia…. Dance to our HOT band at our Mobsters & Mafia Ball… Be inspired by some of Sydney’s greatest dancers at the Sydney Jitterbug Championships. Dance your socks off at the Swing Rave but most importantly… Enjoy two days of learning from our exciting Teaching Team – Vincenzo Fesi & Isabella Gregorio (Como, Italy) and Shane McCarthy & Ruth Jeffery (Perth, Australia). Afterwards, kick back at Bondi Beach! The Sydney Swing Festival will be truly amazing and we are expecting a packed house… so avoid disappointment and keep these dates free in your diary. SSF Latest News –
Calling Hosts SSF Latest News –
Calling Volunteers Again, go to the Swing Patrol website at http://www.sydneyswingfestival.com.au/ for the full schedule and details of all events.
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THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY
I often wonder what would have become of Buddy Holly if he hadn't been taken from us when he was. He was young and in his prime, riding the crest of a wave which was carrying him to a lifetime of fame and fortune. Then suddenly he was gone and we were left with the songs. Would fame and fortune have tainted him as it did so many others. Would we have watched his slow decline. We will never know. All we have is a pure memory. Buddy lives on forever. Many Buddy shows have come and gone but this one comes highly recommended for its colour and authenticity. Tickets are already selling so get in fast and make your booking today.
Reviews :- LONDON WEST END (2007)"A foot-tapping delight - it's still
a Buddy brilliant show." "The show is still as fresh and
revitalising as Holly’s music itself... the whole company dazzles...
No Buddy does it better." "This revival certainly delivers -
with charismatic newcomer Matthew Wycliffe in fine voice as the star
turn fronting a tight lively band... whipping the joint into a jumping
jive." "An enduring crowd pleaser" "Ludicrously enjoyable... (with)
splendid performances from a young and talented cast of
actor-instrumentalists, one enters a lost age of innocence and
pleasure... Buddy Holly’s magnificent music undoubtedly ensures that
you leave with a smile on your face and a spring in your step." "Oh Boy, Buddy keeps rocking...
High-octane and infectious... A gem of a musical." "High voltage energy... you'll be in
seventh heaven." "Songs that rouse the audience to
thrilled participation – and a tumult of nostalgia and
excitement." "A great fun, feelgood musical... If
you love Rock & Roll you will love this show. Brilliant." Check the website for details at http://buddythemusical.com.au
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Our friend, Gypsy Taylor wants to take us on a Tiki trip to the moon through a new musical production she is involved with. The website below suggests it could be the new "Rocky Horror Show" so folks, rocket onto the website below and book your seats on the first commercial flight to the moon. I have been in The Carriageworks and have heard from artistic sources that shows are great at this venue.
Welcome
all our fellow singers, swingers and sinners, the hassled, well rassled
and the girls with the tassels, this is Risky
Lunar Love ,
your official portal to the sexiest, most debauched tiki, sci-fi marvel
- Risky Lunar Love The Musical. This site is designed
to give all of you a big, hearty ‘Aloha’ welcome to the world of
Risky Lunar Love. _________________________________________________________________________________
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The Cats are on the prowl Down Under
STRUTTIN' INTO AUSTRALIA - 2009!
The Stray Cats continue to bulldoze their way across the world with numerous sold out shows as you can see from the website update below. Sydney still has tickets available for the second show but with so many people jumping aboard to see this legendary trio for the last time, this may not last for long. Move quick or be left disappointed http://www.enmoretheatre.com.au/ - from the Enmore Theatre website, here is the following information: STRAY CATS - FAREWELL AUSTRALIA – 2009 MON 23 FEB - TUE 24 FEB @ 8:00PM24 Feb On sale Mon 18 Aug @ 9am Read more
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Check the diaries Guys and Gals. Clear this date.
Tickets are SELLING OUT as of 1st September
The
Gangsters' Ball is a fully themed, fancy dress, swing dancing
& burlesque extravaganza at the Gaelic Theatre featuring renowned
MC - Jay Katz, leading swing & rockabilly DJ's Limpin' Jimmy &
the Swingin' Kitten, professional swing dancers Kelly Ann Doll, Cougar
Jones and the Swingtime performance troupe, burlesque performances by
Kira Hu-La-La, Sarina Del Fuego & Kiss Kill Cabaret and the
sensational Velvet Set 10-piece Swing Band!
Additionally there will be Clothing & Accessory stalls (Lucky 13, Slim's Vintage, Glamourpuss, & House of Fetish), roaming Cigarette Girls, a cocktail bar, free Poker tables and fantastic prizes courtesy of Strand Hatters, Dirty Pretty Things & Slim's Vintage (best dressed guy & gal, best swing dancers + lucky door).
There
will be a dedicated dance floor area, the upstairs level will be
open all night, & tickets sales are limited to ensure
sufficient dance floor space.
All
proudly presented by Lucky 13, The Drum Media, the Velvet Set,
& Black Cherry Club.
Tickets: $25 + BF from www.moshtix.com.au / Phone bookings: 1300 438 849 / $35 @ door if not sold out Website: www.gangstersball.com.au Folks, there just wont be enough tickets to go around for this MONSTER event so don't delay your booking.
Tickets are SELLING OUT as of 1st September
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The
day Big Jay came to town! BIG JAY McNEELY with ADAM HALL & the VELVET PLAYBOYS
THE ORIGINAL MASTER BLASTER IS BACK!
BIG JAY McNEELY with ADAM HALL
It’s
the ultimate dancefloor showdown as Perth’s Velvet Playboys combine with
the original hipster and master blaster BIG JAY
McNEELY for a classic matinee session of non stop swing, jump and
classic R'n'B. Direct from LA, Big Jay returns to Australia for his first
show since the 90’s. A sensation when he first appeared before white
audiences in the 50’s and 60’s Jay’s brand of honking, out of control R'n'B
was considered a threat to society – the kids loved it and still do!
Touted as a mentor to members of the VPs - Big Jay has featured on
the bands first CD (I’ve Got News for You) which includes a track
dedicated to the maestro of jump written by the band leader Adam Hall, The
Day Big Jay Came To Town. Adam Hall &
the Velvet Playboys are a six piece Perth band combining jazz, blues,
jump and classic rock’n’roll in a style that gets the dancefloor
shaking. Adam went to the United States last year and met up with his mentor
in July with the two playing together in local jazz clubs. “To
have the opportunity to play and hear Big Jay is something that all jazz, R'n'B
and blues followers should experience – he’s a sensational entertainer
and is showing absolutely no signs of slowing down,” Adam enthuses! SUN
5 OCT - THE BASEMENT 3.00PM – 7.00PM 7 Macquarie Place Circular
Quay - Tix $30 plus bf through Moshtix and The
Basement 9251 2797 or book online at www.thebasement.com.au media enquiries - Chris Ruhle
(02) 8013 8219 0405 726
753
Interviews and cd’s available on request SUN 5 OCTOBER (Long Weekend) MATINEE
SESSION! DANCEFLOOR MODE! __________________________________________________________________________________________________________
MIXED
BAG@ MELT PROGRAM
Every Sunday
7:30pm to 3am
$10
Bookings & Enquiries:
ruby@meltbar.com.au
From 11pm we kick on with our DJ selector dropping the funk, boogie, deep stuff, 80’s and a random selection of non genre specific tunes juke-box-style are sure to keep your feet moving and maybe even your mouth singing! Spoil yourself silly every Sunday at Melt Lounge.
Mixed
Bag @ Melt Bag@Melt Presents: ‘Goodie
Bag’ selection Variety
performances + Live Jazz 7.30pm
- $10 - Circus/Cabaret/jazz _______________________________________________________________________________________________________
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DIRECT FROM HUNGARY - ANTAL SZALAI AND HIS GYPSY BAND
A NIGHT IN BUDAPEST AND VIENNA with ANTAL SZALAI AND HIS GYPSY BAND A Glorious night with the Minstrels of Magic
The best traditional gypsy band in the world led by violin virtuoso Antal Szalai, recipient of the coveted "Liszt" award in 2005
"Szalai is everything a Gypsy violinist should be, playing with swooning ardour and gorgeous tone. But the joy is in the total experience. This is a must-see event whatever your musical tastes. There is nothing like it in Australia" ......John Shand, Sydney Morning Herald
“A cross-genre explosion such that many in the audience afterwards staggered from their seats clearly dazed by the experience. If you employed every superlative in the dictionary, you’d still fail to do justice to the quality of Gypsy violinist Antal Szalai’s playing” ……William Yeoman, The West Australian
VENUES
AND PERFORMANCE TIMES: SLIDE
NIGHTCLUB CLARENDON
KATOOMBA Thursday ROOTY
HILL RSL CLUB Friday HAKOAH
CLUB BONDI Sunday AVALON
BEACH RSL Sunday ANITA’S
THEATRE THIRROUL Tuesday SLIDE
NIGHTCLUB LIZOTTE’S
– KINCUMBER Thursday ST
GEORGE LEAGUES CLUB Friday POLISH
CLUB ASHFIELD Saturday ST
GEORGE LEAGUES CLUB Saturday CONCORDIA
CLUB ST
GEORGE LEAGUES CLUB Sunday FOR GENERAL INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 0414 32 77 22 ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ www.statetheatre.com.au/whatson_comingsoon.asp?info=203#display
ELVIS ELVIS ELVIS
Saturday, 13 September 2008 at 8.00pm
In September 2008,
Australia will have the unique chance to witness for the first time
anywhere in the world, Donny Edwards, Max Pellicano and Shawn Klush live
in concert in Elvis! Elvis! Elvis! "An American Trilogy"
A truly rare
combination of talents, this can only be described as the ultimate Elvis
tribute show.
See Donny in the
50's gold lame suit, Max recreating the '68 Comeback Special and Shawn
reliving the 70's Vegas concert jumpsuit era.
It doesn't get any
bigger, more authentic or closer to Elvis than this.
This will be the
main concert event for 2008!
Donny
Edwards
Donny Edwards has
had the ultimate honour of being named by Elvis Presley Enterprises as one
of the top 3 finalists in their first ever Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist
Competition in Memphis, Tennessee and third place in ABC TV�s
�Next Best Thing�.�
Donny maintains a
performance of incredible authenticity. His incredible looks, singing,
humbleness, charm and southern speaking voice will make you feel like you
are with the King.
Max
Pellicano
Max Pellicano
needs no introduction to Australia or his huge fan base here. Since 1992
he has mesmerized his fans with his authentic portrayal of the King in all
facets Elvis's career.
Having toured the
world, he has established a reputation as one of the most credible Elvis
tribute artists ever. With a university degree in acting, he has the
ability to capture Elvis� intimate stage persona. Max leaves the
room and the audience electrified!
Shawn
Klush
In just a short
time, Shawn Klush has emerged as the World's top Elvis tribute artist.
Born and raised in the small coal-mining town of Pittston, Pennsylvania,
Shawn's love for music led him to begin imitating his musical idol, Elvis
Presley.
In 2005, Shawn
became grand champion at the $25,000.00 "World Elvis Tribute Artist
Competition". And in 2007 he was named the international champion of
BBC1�s World�s Greatest Elvis competition in the United
Kingdom.
In August 2007, on
the 30th anniversary of Elvis� passing, Shawn was named the
"Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist" by Elvis Presley Enterprises in
Memphis, Tennessee.
Prices:
A Reserve $ 100
B Reserve $70
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The Cocktail Nation presented by Jet-Setting Koop Kooper
Cocktail Nation Lounge and Exotica Show 39 - The Stolen Idol
Thanks to the cad.net
Koop Kooper is back from the fifties fair in Sydney and he's a bit
poorer after buying up some of the best lounge vinyl.
Coming up on the show and interesting story
about a forties house in LA that was literally picked up and
moved across town news on the Mondo Atomic Festival and we talk to a superb
band called the Stolen Idols....plus tonight Kooper unveils the line-up
for his Sydney show Kooparama.
Lushy-French - 75 Spy Fi - Man from Uncle Stolen Idols - Black Orchid Martin Denny - Quiet Village Bossanova Martini Kings - Enchanted Lovers
Hugo Montenegro - Lover
Mel Henke - Adventures On The Vaudeville Stage Frank Sinatra - Call me Irresponsible Billy May - Patricia Count Basie - From Russia with Love Octobop - the duke you say Herb Alpert - Lady Fingers Chris Connor - Witchcraft Waitiki - Plamingo FlagodaKoop Kooper www.cocktailnation.p |
