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KULCHA - Multicultural Arts of Western Australia
 
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KULCHA Calendar
1st Floor, 13 South Terrace, Fremantle (above the DOME Cafe)
Celebrate the World
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May 2007
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KULCHA - 10 YEARS AT THE FREMANTLE VENUE
Multicultural Arts of WA was founded in 1983 to provide support to multicultural artists and to recognise our cultural diversity.
Ten years ago, the KULCHA Fremantle Venue was born. This achievement was the culmination of a driving passion to develop an inviting, professional space in which to present the diversity of rich talent which makes up our community.
In May, KULCHA is proud to celebrate a remarkable milestone for this much-loved performance space, with a week-long program of events supported by the Office of Multicultural Interests and the City of Fremantle.
Please join with us in the celebrations!
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Weekdays 10am-4pm in May
Bo Janmaat - VISUAL ARTS EXHIBITION
MEET ME IN THE STREET
A PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION BY BO JANMAAT
After managing a photo and film studio in Amsterdam, Bo Janmaat emigrated to Australia in late 2003, opting for the Australian scenery and
intending to spend more time behind the camera.
Meet me in the Street is the result of a million steps immeasurable impressions and a zillion thoughts.
This exhibition is a compilation of images taken on the streets and in empty buildings in the Fremantle area ...graffiti, stencil/copy art,
posters in various states of disarray.
Bo hopes to illustrate how beautiful graffiti can be and reverse the negative stereotypes and this very fundamental ancient artform.
There are many faces in this exhibition, a source of endless fascination to the artist as a portrayal of self.
Meet Me in the Street also features pictures of cars in unusual settings, images of Borneo and portraits, a pastiche of the artist's journey.
Meet Bo at the Anniversary Sundowner on Friday 4 May and view his slideshow BZAR Daydream
FREE ENTRY
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Thu 3 May 8:00 PM
WINDSTROKES - Presented by TURA NEW MUSIC
Claire Edwardes (percussion), William Barton (didgeridoo), Mel Robinson (cello/voice) and Iain Grandage (cello/keyboards) come together for this unique instrumental and vocal combination.
Presenting elements of their own solo work in new ensemble settings as well as new group devised pieces, Windstrokes provides a rich tapestry of musical experience. A Totally Huge New Music Festival event.
A single $2.20 booking fee applies
One members ticket only per individual membership
Tell us how many of each ticket type
Tickets at the Door $22, so Book Now!
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Fri 4 May 6:00 PM
KULCHA ANNIVERSARY - SUNDOWNER
The celebrations kick off with a sundowner to mark our landmark anniversary. For ten years the KULCHA venue has remained a haven for the presentation of culturally diverse activity in the port city.
This is a special evening which will feature informal performances from the breadth of talent which makes up the KULCHA membership base. From 9pm leading world music DJ Baba Ulli will take you on a journey that ranges from sublime ambient dreamscapes to full-on dance tunes.
Also meet current exhibiting artist Bo Janmaat and view Meet me in the Street slideshow BZAR Daydream which incorporates the bizarre and unique faces, figures and words found in the street.
Come along and share your KULCHA memories.
Free Entry
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Sat 5 May 12:00-4:00PM
Traditional song and dance -
COMMUNITY SHOWCASE
Traditional song and dance from around the world. Enjoy traditional performances from Russia, Serbia and Egypt.
Celebrate 10 years of multicultural community performances at the Fremantle KULCHA.
Free Entry
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Sat 5 May 8:00 PM
THE TRANSYLVANIACS -
A PARTY WITH with THE TRANSYLVANIACS and SPECIAL GUESTS!
KULCHA is proud to present The Transylvaniacs on a special visit to celebrate our venue anniversary! Specialists in Hungarian, Romanian and Gypsy music, this band know how to party. Their edgy and soulful music rages from punchy dance rhythms and good-time party music to melancholy tunes.
Expect lots of dancing- both formal and spontaneous! It will be one of those much-loved and talked about KULCHA nights that you just have to be there for...
A single $2.20 booking fee applies
One members ticket only per individual membership
Tell us how many of each ticket type
Tickets at the Door $22, so Book Now!
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Sun 6 May 11am - 4pm
FREE WORKSHOPS
Join in the variety of free workshops on offer at KULCHA including African drumming, Capoeira, Indian Bollywood dance, belly dance and origami.
There will also be FREE hair braiding and henna tattooing.
Be early places for workshops are strictly limited.
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Sun 6 May 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Chris De Souza Salsa - LEARN TO DANCE SALSA IN ONE DAY
(registration 5pm)
Join Latin dance maestro Chris De Souza, Director of the Rapture Salsa Dance Academy, for a whirlwind of salsa extravagance.
Learn salsa and merengue in just three hours. Beginners welcome. No partners required.
Book early to secure your place.
For enquiries phone Chris on 0413 234 434.
A single $2.20 booking fee applies
One members ticket only per individual membership
Tell us how many of each ticket type
Tickets at the Door $65, so Book Now!
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Mon 7 May 7:00 PM
Jenny Simpson - THE GOSPEL BIG SING
Jenny Simpson and special guests invite you to be part of the Gospel Big Sing.
Bring your best singing voice and be prepared to raise the rafters.
Celebrating the diverse range of singers that have contributed to the KULCHA venue space.
All welcome.
Free Entry.
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Tue 8 May 7:00 PM
CELTIC JAM NIGHT
- a traditional Irish "session"
Join some of WA's top Celtic players for a traditional Irish "session" featuring exuberant jigs and reels on fiddles, flutes guitars and more, with a dancer or two if we're lucky.
Join in or just sit back and enjoy the spectacle.
Free Entry
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Wed 9 May 8:00 PM
DANCE FROM AROUND THE WORLD
Come to KULCHA to celebrate dances from all corners of the earth.
Traditional French folkloric dance, African fusion, classical Indian and Spanish Flamenco combine for an enthralling menu.
Free Entry
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Thu 10 May 7:00 PM
WORLD PERCUSSION - JAM NIGHT
Each drum has its own unique voice and vibration. Awaken to your rhythm through percussion.
All drums, bells, shakers, hands and feet are welcome to jam it up for one night only.
Don't miss out on this feat of percussion at KULCHA!
FREE ENTRY
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Fri 11 May 8:00 PM
MARA! - Presented by ACROSS THE TOP TOUR
Mara! opened the KULCHA venue 10 years ago and is now Australia's premier world/folk/jazz ensemble.
Presenting an unique musical style which fuses folk roots with modern jazz expressionism and adding influences from rock to early music, Mara! journeys through Anglo-Celt, Middle Eastern, Balkan and Mediterranean traditions. Mara!s musicians are multi-award winners and as a group won their second ARIA in 2001 and Best Group at the 2001 Australian World Music Awards.
'The Dom Perignon of Australia's World Music bands'
Sydney Morning Herald.
A single $2.20 booking fee applies
One members ticket only per individual membership
Tell us how many of each ticket type
Tickets at the Door $20, so Book Now!
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Sat 12 May 8:00 PM
SHAM - Celtic fusion
Join Sham for a night of Celtic fusion with improvisational jazz beats and multi-percussionists.
Sham is known for their original compositions, haunting tunes and 'rocking' arrangements of traditional music. Lead vocalist and guitarist Joe Fowler will sing to your heart while the talented Sam Graham will amaze you with how many instruments one young man can play.
This is a Celtic dance party not to be missed- bring your dancing shoes!
A single $2.20 booking fee applies
One members ticket only per individual membership
Tell us how many of each ticket type
Tickets at the Door $14, so Book Now!
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Thu 17 May 8:00 PM
MAL WEBB - lip to lung journey
Come on a lip to lung journey with the ebullient Mal Webb! From pygmy yodelling to throat singing, Mal Webb's range of vocal techniques has to be seen to be believed.
Taking the one-man band to a new level, this talented songwriter plays mbira, guitar, slide trumpet and chromatic harmonica. Mal's shows are wonderful and unique, and always uplifting.
A single $2.20 booking fee applies
One members ticket only per individual membership
Tell us how many of each ticket type
Tickets at the Door $14, so Book Now!
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Fri 18 May 8:00 PM
FREYA HANLY - Quirky, original and joyful music
Live, Freya has the rare talent to infect her listeners with a zesty variety of joy that delights and endears. She has supported Clare Bowditch, Lior and Carus and was a finalist in WAM's The Next Best Thing and the ASA Songwriter of the Year.
Experience Freya's quirky and original music with the reconstituted That Brutal Moon featuring David Hyams, Greg Coles, Calvin Webb, Phoebe Corke and Jess Gordon. Experience a rich and soulful evening of song as Freya is joined by her String Quartet, together with special guest Loren Kate.
A single $2.20 booking fee applies
One members ticket only per individual membership
Tell us how many of each ticket type
Tickets at the Door $14, so Book Now!
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Sat, Sun 19, 20 May 9:00 AM
GOLDEN KOALA KIDS - AUDITIONS
Are you a multi-talented young performer who would like to develop your skills and perform to larger audiences?
Lena Trajkovska invites you to audition to join the Golden Koala Kids! Lena founded the Golden Koala Group ten years ago to celebrate cultural diversity and promote peace and harmony among young people.
'Music is a beautiful way of bringing people together to celebrate their culture- particularly the youth as they are our culture.' Auditions should include a song in English and one in another language. All ages are encouraged to audition.
Please register your interest by calling 9336 4544.
$10 Audition Fee
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Sat 19 May 8:00 PM
NGEWELL KORA - CD LAUNCH
At last, the long-awaited CD launch of Fremantle's own African music ensemble, Ngewell Kora Group!
Don't miss this evening of lyrical beauty and pulsating African rhythms. Led by Ziggy Mabeye Diagne, the evening will feature all of Ngewell Kora's players, past and present, plus some special guests.
Bring your dancing shoes for a great night out.
A single $2.20 booking fee applies
One members ticket only per individual membership
Tell us how many of each ticket type
Tickets at the Door $14, so Book Now!
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Fri 25 May 8:00 PM
DOUGAL ADAMS AND ORMONDE WATERS
- Irish traditional music
Ormonde Waters and Dougal Adams present a night of foot tapping Irish traditional music on flute, concertina, uillean pipes and whistles.
They are joined by Gavin Fernie who provides sensitive backing on guitar and bodhran and adds some evocative songs into the mix.
A single $2.20 booking fee applies
One members ticket only per individual membership
Tell us how many of each ticket type
Tickets at the Door $14, so Book Now!
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Sat 26 May 8:00 PM
PASCALE - RUBY ROUGE!
The celebrated French songstress is back with her new show, Ruby Rouge!
Experience the magic and energy of this passionate singer, who sparkles like a jewel with a voice as precious as a fiery gem.
Accompanied by a four-piece band, Pascale will transport you back to the streets of Paris and beyond.
A French cabaret performance of the highest calibre, sure to touch you to the core.
Learn more about Pascale at
www.pascalecabaretsinger.org
A single $2.20 booking fee applies
One members ticket only per individual membership
Tell us how many of each ticket type
Tickets at the Door $36, so Book Now!
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A single $2.20 booking fee applies
One members ticket only per individual membership
Tell us how many of each ticket type
Tickets at the Door $, so Book Now!
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