The Substation - Spring 2014

SPrING 2014thesubstation.org.au

Just Us Mitchell Jones and collaborators Wed 17 Sep – Mon 22 SepCirCus and TheaTre Directed by Mitch Jones, Just Us satirises the bureaucratic processes of justice within a compelling and interactive theatrical experience, presenting an acerbic and satirical observation of Australia’s justice system, and those entangled within it. Set inside a courtroom, audience members are transformed from passive spectators to active participants. Featuring the impressive talents of over 30 of Melbourne’s finest performers, writers and designers.

Time: Show starts at 8.30pm (approximate running time: 90 mins)Ticket info: Full $30, Concession $25, Group (4+) $25Bookings online at thesubstation.org.au or at the door (unless sold out)

My Life in BoxesGravity Dolls Wed 17 Sep – Mon 22 Sep CirCus My Life in Boxes unpacks the story of a pathological hoarder uprooted from her carefully constructed existence and placed into palliative care. As coveted items are unearthed, life-defining moments are animated with magical realism, and memories take on new meanings in her final stages of life. Performers Tim Rutty and Tarah Carey challenge the laws of gravity as the story unfolds between the past and the present, the ground and the air, in an imaginarium coloured by circus, movement and spoken word. Directed by Maude Davey.

Time: Show starts at 7.00pm (approximate running time: 75 mins)Ticket info: Full $26, Concession $23Bookings online at thesubstation.org.au or at the door (unless sold out)Supported by Arts Victoria and Bendigo Bank

Melbourne Fringe Festival at The Substation

Melbourne Fringe Festival at The Substation is proudly sponsored by:

Noise Quartet Meditation Lilian Steiner Thur 25 Sep – Sat 27 SepdanCe and sound Two dancers and two percussionists meet in the grand expanse of The Substation. Noise Quartet Meditation explores the experience of tranquillity inside of chaos. Four performers move with serenity and frenzy amongst an installation of percussion instruments, generating a visually and sonically mesmeric encounter – a sweeping sensation of peaceful intrigue, the achievement of quiet within the noise of battle.

Time: Show starts at 9.00pm (approximate running time: 70 mins)Ticket info: Full $26, Concession $23, Group (4+) $21 Bookings online at thesubstation.org.au or at the door (unless sold out)

Symphony of StrangeGareth Hart Tues 30 Sep – Sat 4 OctdanCe and MusiC Symphony of Strange is an immersive dance work, set to a smouldering live orchestra of 50 non-musical instruments: the banal, broken, found and fascinating. Inspired by Gaston Bachelard’s Psychoanalysis of Fire, the work explores the body in relationship to the volatility of fire, the fury of heat and the intensity of temperature. Nominated for Best Dance at 2012 Adelaide Fringe.

Time: Show starts at 9.00pm (approximate running time: 45 mins)Ticket info: Full $25, Concession $22. Bookings online at thesubstation.org.au or at the door (unless sold out)

What I Leave BehindAboutFace Productions Wed 24 Sep – Sat 27 Sep, Tues 30 Sep – Wed 1 Oct and Fri 3 Oct – Sat 4 OctPuPPeTry An anonymous gift. Sunken footprints in wet sand. The residue of a picnic. A way of life abandoned in escape. The resonance of a stolen kiss. These are the marks one leaves upon the world. Utilising masks, shadows, puppetry and objects, What I Leave Behind is a new, visually surreal performance for mature audiences exploring departure, displacement, absence, legacy and hope.

Time: Show starts at 7.00pm (approximate running time: 60 mins)Ticket info: Full $25, Concession $22, Cheap Tuesdays $18, Group (4+) $20Bookings online at thesubstation.org.au or at the door (unless sold out)

Melbourne Fringe Festival at The Substation

Grace Barbé’s The Afro Sound of the SeychellesSun 28 SepSeychelles islander Grace Barbé’s soulful music reflects and celebrates the diverse cultural influences of her Indian Ocean heritage. A fusion of tropical island rhythms with African percussion, pop, jazz, reggae, rock and Latin flavours, Grace’s sound is original, fresh and energetic. Blending traditional rhythms with a modern pop sensibility, Grace’s music demonstrates a natural and unforced fusion of cultures. Expect great things from Grace Barbé as she brings Afro-Kreol to the west!

Time: Doors open at 7.00pm, Show starts at 7.30pmTicket info: Full $35, Concession $28Bookings online at thesubstation.org.au or at the door (unless sold out)Presented by Kultour in association with The Substation and Footscray Community Arts Centre.

Perch CreekFri 24 OctPerch Creek have anthropologists baffled. Why did they turn out the way they are? Was it because they all drank and bathed in the muddy waters of Perch Creek from birth? Perch Creek are at times raging and relentless and at others placid and haunting. Featuring five lead vocalists whose voices combine in sublime harmonies over instrumentation as diverse as the trombone, frailing banjo, washboard, double bass, overdriven blues harp, musical saw, tap dancing and a whole lot of other stuff including, of course, the jug!

Time: Doors open at 7.30pm, Show starts at 8.00pmTicket info: All tickets $27 Bookings online at thesubstation.org.au or at the door (unless sold out)

Ben Ottewell (Gomez)Mon 3 Nov (Melbourne Cup Eve)As a singer and lead guitarist in rock band Gomez, Ben Ottewell is well known for his unmistakable voice and talent for blistering and inspired guitar solos. Rolling Stone declared, “Gomez’s not so secret weapon is Ben Ottewell” and anyone listening can attest his voice is not of this world. With a newly recorded album of songs for his second solo project, Rattlebag, Ottewell is set to return on the road, performing his new music at The Substation.

Time: Doors open at 7.30pm, Show starts at 8.00pmTicket info: All tickets $32Bookings online at thesubstation.org.au or at the door (unless sold out)

Music & Performance

The Substation Farmers’ MarketSun 7 Sep, Sun 21 Sep, Sun 5 Oct, Sun 19 Oct, Sun 2 Nov and Sun 16 NovA great range of fresh produce and handmade local food is on offer at every market – straight from the farmer to you! Held on the first and third Sunday of every month by Melbourne Farmers’ Markets.

Time: 9.00am–1.00pm

The Substation Artists’ MarketSun 7 Sep, Sun 5 Oct and Sun 2 NovAn indoor market offering a wide range of unique stalls ranging from paintings and photography, to fashion, accessory items, homewares and children’s products.

Time: 10.00am–3.00pm

The Substation Flea MarketSun 19 OctThe Substation is holding its first Flea Market on Sunday 19 October. The Substation will transform into a trove of treasure from adorned antiques to vintage fashion, accessories and quirky bric-a-brac. A gold coin donation will help raise funds for this fantastic not-for-profit arts organisation. Besides looking through the plethora of second-hand goods, The Substation Farmers’ Market will also be taking place. Be sure to join us!

Time: 9.00am–2.00pm

The Blackeyed SusansFri 7 NovThe Blackeyed Susans need little introduction to Melbourne audiences. Their moody songs and op-shop stylings are a beloved part of the firmament of Australian music and every show they play is a memorable event. They have toured the world, played with the likes of Johnny Cash and Leonard Cohen and released countless albums and beautiful music. Their acclaimed shows have been staged in sold-out seasons across Australia and Europe with this concert being no exception.

Time: Doors open at 7.30pm, Show starts at 8.00pmTicket info: All tickets $32Bookings online at thesubstation.org.au or at the door (unless sold out)

Clock It!Wed 19 NovClock It! is an intimate and surprising celebration of dance. Coming together for the first time on the afternoon of the performance, 21 diverse performers are given two and a half minutes on stage to do whatever they wish. These 21 solo performances are accompanied by improvised music and sound from Michael Havir, and guided by director and dancer David Wells.

Time: Show starts at 7.30pmTicket info: All tickets $20Bookings online at thesubstation.org.au or at the door (unless sold out)Clock It! was co-produced and premiered by David Wells and Big West Festival 2013.

Music & Performance Markets

SUB12Sat 18 Oct – Sun 14 Dec(1+1) x 6 = 12. The six artists selected for the exhibition have each invited another artist to participate. This format provides an opportunity for experimentation and exchange amongst artists. Alongside the exhibition, each duo have been asked to create a black and white printed image that can be interpreted in two scales and environments – giant 2.5m2 on a billboard to be encountered by travelling commuters, and miniature 2.5 cm2 in the gallery to be viewed by visitors.

Artists: Elizabeth Dunn, Lara Thoms, Arlo Mountford, Rowan McNaught, Larisa Kosloff, Jessie Bullivant, Charlie Sofo, Isadora Vaughan, Georgina Lee, Agnes So, Dylan Hammond, Travis Englefield

Curated by Will Foster

Time: Opening Friday 17 Oct 6.00pm–8.00pmSponsored by Hobsons Bay City Council

In the Shadow of Progress – a collaboration between Brad rusbridge and robert Alexander holmes (deceased)Sat 18 Oct – Sun 14 DecThis exhibition is inhabited by the ghost of the artist’s grandfather who spent part of his working life at the Newport Railway. The series of paintings and readymades invites the viewer to meditate on the past as a way to sense what may be missing from the present.

artist: Brad Rusbridge Time: Opening Friday 17 Oct 6.00pm–8.00pm

The Substation Contemporary Art Prize 2014Sat 16 Aug – Sun 12 OctA national non-acquisitive award established to recognise and encourage innovation in contemporary art practice.

Artists: John Aslanidis, Justin Balmain, Natasha Carrington, Bindi Cole, Jonathan Crowther, Inez De Vega, Benedict Ernst, Nathan Gray, Matthew Hopkins, Kate Just, Irena Kennedy, Mason Kimber, Bridie Lunney, Pilar Mata Dupont, Georgie Mattingley, Kym Maxwell, Shane McGrath, Daniel McKewan, Kristy Milliken, Kate Mitchell, Phuong Ngo, Oscar Perry, Kenny Pittock, Elizabeth Pulie, Diego Ramirez, Steven Rendall, Brad Rusbridge, Caleb Shea, Simone Slee, Julian Aubrey Smith, Paul Snell, Fleur Summers, Hanna Tai, Andrew Tetzlaff, Kensuke Todo, Glenn Walls, Dan Withey, Ken and Julia Yonetani, Joel Zika, Simon Zoric.

Curated by Jessica BridgfootSponsored by Metro Trains and Hobsons Bay City Council

Image: Kate Mitchell, Future Fallout (film still), 2014, single-channel HD video, 16:9

exhibitions

Intro to Contemporary Art: Behind The Substation Contemporary Art PrizeSat 6 SepCurator Jess Bridgfoot and Learning and Public Programs Manager Jo Daniell host a guided tour of the 2014 Substation Contemporary Art Prize, which features forty of Australia’s most exciting contemporary artists, exhibited across all three levels of The Substation. Join us in this introduction to contemporary art where you can meet the people behind the event, including 2014 Westie Award winning artist, Phuong Ngo; discuss the artworks and share stories from the art world.

Time: 3.00pm–4.30pmTicket info: FREE. Limited places. Bookings online at thesubstation.org.au

Make a Knockout Vietnamese Pho SoupSun 7 SepPho (pronounced ‘fur’) is one of Vietnam’s most loved dishes. It’s a light, brothy, fragrant soup eaten for breakfast and all through the day. The secret to a good pho lies in the quality of the stock – along with the right timing and a balance of spices. Workshop facilitator, Tina Le, will demonstrate how to make pho from scratch in this workshop ideal for beginners. You’ll leave this informative workshop with a full belly after consuming a bowl of pho made on the day!

Not suitable for vegans or vegetarians.

Time: 1.00pm–4.00pmTicket info: Full $55, Concession $45Limited places. Bookings essential. Bookings online at thesubstation.org.au

Words & Music: helen Garner and elena Kats–CherninWed 26 NovIn our third instalment of Words & Music, world-renowned Australian writer Helen Garner meets Uzbekistan-born musician and composer Elena Kats-Chernin. Garner’s much-anticipated new book, House of Grief, is a heart-rending, insightful courtroom drama brought to life. Kats-Chernin, meanwhile, has composed for state theatres in Berlin, Vienna, Hamburg and Bochum, as well as the Australian Ballet’s Wild Swans. Words & Music is presented in partnership with The Wheeler Centre.

Time: 7.00pm–8.00pmTicket info: Full $35, Concession $20Bookings online at wheelercentre.com or at the door (unless sold out)

Learning & Workshops

Kids & Families

happy halloweenie PartyFri 31 OctCalling all groovy ghosts and scary fairies! Dress up for dancing, prizes, music and fun! Featuring live music by The Mudcakes, face painting and refreshment for kids (and adults!). A family friendly Halloween event for kids eight years and under.

Time: Doors open at 6.30pm, Show starts at 7.00pm (approx running time: 60 mins) Ticket info: All tickets $15, Group of four $50 Bookings online at thesubstation.org.au or at the door (unless sold out)

The substation is a unique and dynamic contemporary arts space, offering the latest in theatre, music, talks, art, dance, ideas and cabaret.

have your ‘arts-loving’ imagination ignited and stretched by The substation’s spring program!

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