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July 2007

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Kulcha July 2007
  • Sun 1
    JALI BUBA KUYATEH
  • Mon 2
    SALSA CLASSES
  • Tue 3
    AN EVENING WITH LINA AND HAROLD
  • Fri 6
    LA VIE EN ROSE
  • Fri 6
    LA PASSION
  • Sat 7
    LA PASSION
  • Sun 8
    L'ANGLAIS TEL QU'ON LE PARLE
  • Mon 9
    SALSA CLASSES
  • Wed 11
    GREENHEAD
  • Thu 12
    GREENHEAD
  • Fri 13
    SAMUEL DASS
  • Sat 14
    HEADS WE'RE DANCING
  • Sun 15
    MILICA ILIC WITH PAUL WRIGHT
  • Mon 16
    SALSA CLASSES
  • Thu 19
    CAPOEIRA FOR CHILDREN
  • Fri 20
    EAST TIMORESE COMMUNITY EVENT
  • From Fri 20
    Maria Madeira
  • Sat 21
    SAMUEL DASS & GLENN ROGERS
  • Mon 22
    SALSA CLASSES
  • Fri 27
    THE HARMONY PROJECT
  • Fri 27
    KULCHA KIDS DRUMMING CIRCLE
  • Sat 28
    SANTIAGO DE CUBA
  • Mon 29
    SALSA CLASSES
  • Sun 1 July 7:00 PM
    JALI BUBA KUYATEH - West African Delights

    Jali Buba Kuyateh and his band Diyaa Looloo Enjoy a journey into Mandinkan traditions and Griot customs as Jali Buba Kuyateh and his band Diyaa Looloo present a night of West African delights.
    Their polished performance will include traditional kora, vocals, percussion, dancing and electric violin to transport you to another culture.
    A brilliant musical experience, these infectious melodies are sure to stick in your mind.
    Touring WA for Kultour.

    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 $16, so Book Now!
    (how many) Presale Tickets @ $14
    (how many) Members Tickets @ $12


    Also performing at the Don Russell Performing Arts Centre in Thornlie
    on Friday 20 July at 8pm.
    Admission: $16/$14 concession/$11.70 group (10+) and children under 12
    Please phone 9493 4577 or log onto www.gosnells.wa.gov.au for tickets or more information.
    SALSA CLASSES @ KULCHA Mon 2 July 7:30-9:00 PM
    SALSA CLASSES -

    Move to the spicy rhythm of salsa! Join Liliana from the Ritmo Caliente Dance Academy and learn to dance to the exotic rhythms of salsa, merengue and cha-cha!
    Beginner and advanced dancers welcome.

    No partner required.
    $18 per casual class
    AN EVENING WITH LINA AND HAROLD Tue 3 July 8:00 PM
    AN EVENING WITH LINA AND HAROLD - flute and guitar

    One of Australia's newest chamber ensembles, Lina Andonovska and Harold Gretton, presents an enchanting evening of flute and guitar. The duo study at Canberra School of Music and their repertoire includes tangos by Piazzolla, Brazilian dances by Machado, the atmospheric melodies of Takemitsu and Eastern flavours of Bartok.

    Don't miss this eclectic night of traditional and contemporary tunes!

    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!
    (how many) Presale Tickets @ $12
    (how many) Members Tickets @ $10

    LA VIE EN ROSE Fri 6 July 6:00 PM
    LA VIE EN ROSE - @ The Windsor

    KULCHA and Luna present a celebration the extraordinary life of Edith Piaf.

    Delight in the sultry sounds of Titi-Parisien cabaret artist Pascale, tres chic Piaf interpreter before the film screening.

    Indulge in savouries, cheese and champagne from 6pm (screening commences 6.40pm)
    The Windsor Cinema, Nedlands

    Tickets from The Windsor or online at lunapalace.com.au
    KULCHA members receive a concession ticket price of $15
    Fri 6 July 8:00 PM
    French Short Film - LA PASSION

    French Rendez-Vous presents Archetype, a short film by French artist Marc Sordello.
    This is the story of a woman who falls deeply in love and is unable to control her feelings, this artistic film recreates the popular French 'roman photo', a sentimental genre of romantic photos and text portraying love and passion that dates to the postwar period.

    Join in the discussion on the relationship between Marc's film and his visual works.

    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!
    (how many) Presale Tickets @ $12
    (how many) Members Tickets @ $10

    Sat 7 July 8:00 PM
    French Short Film - LA PASSION

    Tickets at the Door $14, so Book Now!
    (how many) Presale Tickets @ $12
    (how many) Members Tickets @ $10

    Sun 8 July 7:00 PM
    L'ANGLAIS TEL QU'ON LE PARLE - A Play in French and English

    L'Anglais Tel Qu'on Le Parle, or English How We Speak It, is a comedy that screams the hilarity of language barriers. Written by Tristan Bernard at the beginning of the twentieth century, the play tells the story of a young English girl who leaves home to stay with her boyfriend in Paris. Presented in both French and English, L'Anglais Tel Qu'on Le Parle plays on the comical mishaps and misunderstandings that occur when translations go awry.

    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!
    (how many) Presale Tickets @ $12
    (how many) Members Tickets @ $10

    SALSA CLASSES @ KULCHA Mon 9 July 7:30-9:00 PM
    SALSA CLASSES -

    Move to the spicy rhythm of salsa! Join Liliana from the Ritmo Caliente Dance Academy and learn to dance to the exotic rhythms of salsa, merengue and cha-cha!
    Beginner and advanced dancers welcome.

    No partner required.
    $18 per casual class
    Wed 11 July 8:00 PM
    GREENHEAD - FILM SCREENING

    GREENHEAD Greenhead, by Mark Howett, is the tale of three men in the outback. Filmed on the hot, windswept Western Australian coastline, the short film stars acclaimed Indigenous actor Kelton Pell (One Night the Moon, Australian Rules), with debut performances from Matthew de la Hunty and Derek Kreckler.
    The screening will be followed by performances from Jeff Strong, Matthew de la Hunty and Rod Radali.
    (Film contains strong language and drug references)

    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!
    (how many) Presale Tickets @ $12
    (how many) Members Tickets @ $10

    Thu 12 July 8:00 PM
    GREENHEAD - FILM SCREENING

    Tickets at the Door $14, so Book Now!
    (how many) Presale Tickets @ $12
    (how many) Members Tickets @ $10

    Fri 13 July 8:00 PM
    SAMUEL DASS - SITAR MAESTRO

    Samuel Dass KULCHA welcomes world sitar master Samuel Dass direct from Malaysia for one very special solo show.

    Recently silencing all critics, Samuel won seven gold medals at the International Performing Arts Championships in Los Angeles, including Best Soloist and Best World Musician. At home either in an Indian classical concert or a jazz session Samuel J Dass weaves pure sitar music.

    Don't miss this special event as the modern-day Ravi Shankar dazzles you with his amazing technique and depth of knowledge.

    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 $16, so Book Now!
    (how many) Presale Tickets @ $14
    (how many) Members Tickets @ $12

    Sat 14 July 8:00 PM
    HEADS WE'RE DANCING - Global Groove

    Heads We're Dancing Heads We're Dancing presents a unique blend of striking rhythms and melodies, strong lyrics and a big global groove to get you moving on the dance floor.

    Described as energetic, inspiring and innovative, their performances have attracted an enthusiastic local and international audience. Special guest DJ MisChief will warm the crowd up before Heads We're Dancing whips up a musical storm.

    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!
    (how many) Presale Tickets @ $12
    (how many) Members Tickets @ $10

    Sun 15 July 6:00 PM
    MILICA ILIC WITH PAUL WRIGHT -

    Milica Ilic Classical guitarist extraordinaire Milica Ilic returns to Perth for the second time during her visit from the UK. She is joined by violinist Paul Wright, Professor at the University of Western Australia, who not only features on all of Milica's albums, but is also a feature violinist of the Kashtany Duo.

    Enjoy a night of technical amazement, entertainment and laughter as Milica and Paul present their favourites.

    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 $18, so Book Now!
    (how many) Presale Tickets @ $16
    (how many) Members Tickets @ $14

    SALSA CLASSES @ KULCHA Mon 16 July 7:30-9:00 PM
    SALSA CLASSES -

    Move to the spicy rhythm of salsa! Join Liliana from the Ritmo Caliente Dance Academy and learn to dance to the exotic rhythms of salsa, merengue and cha-cha!
    Beginner and advanced dancers welcome.

    No partner required.
    $18 per casual class
    Thu 19 July 10.30 - 11.30am
    CAPOEIRA FOR CHILDREN - SCHOOL HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS

    Get moving these school holidays with Capoeira, a unique fight-dance, game and martial art from Brazil. Learn basic techniques and enjoy the blend of acrobatics, maculele, samba, forro, carnival drumming and dancing.

    Capoeira developed in Brazil, where Africans, Portuguese, native Indians and other cultures combined to create this unique ritual.

    Early bookings recommended.

    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 $11, so Book Now!
    (how many) Presale Tickets @ $10
    (how many) Members Tickets @ $10

    Fri 20 July 8:00 PM
    EAST TIMORESE COMMUNITY EVENT -

    Join us for a night of East Timorese song and art as we celebrate the culture of Timor Leste.

    East Timorese artist Maria Madeira launches her visual arts exhibition Lian Tatoli and the Harmonious Choir presents traditional songs.

    Jah Era will end the night with their eclectic fusion of East Timorese, African and Reggae music: a cocktail of dance rhythms and melodic phrases.

    Sponsored by Melville Friends of Lete-Foho Inc, a Melville City Council friendship program.

    Sorry - Sold Out
    East Timorese song and art From Fri 20 July Weekdays 10am - 4pm
    Maria Madeira - Visual Arts Exhibition - LIAN TATOLI

    East Timorese artist Maria Madeira celebrates the culture of Timor Leste and raises awareness of the beauty and talent that lies within the East Timorese community with her artwork.

    The exhibition will showcase 30 pieces of Maria's work, created using traditional techniques and materials, including the betel nut and cloth, and the East Timorese symbol kaibauk.

    FREE ENTRY
    Sat 21 July 8:00 PM
    SAMUEL DASS & GLENN ROGERS - A MEETING - Indian and Jazz Fusion

    Delight in a blending of worlds as Indian and jazz traditions are melded for a unique result. Witness this beautiful collaboration between multi-award winning sitar maestro Samuel Dass, accomplished jazz guitarist and composer Glenn Rogers and leading Australian tabla player Vick Ramakrishnan.

    Celebrate the differences and similarities of these popular improvisational styles and enjoy an evening of musical fusion.

    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 $16, so Book Now!
    (how many) Presale Tickets @ $14
    (how many) Members Tickets @ $12

    SALSA CLASSES @ KULCHA Mon 23 July 7:30-9:00 PM
    SALSA CLASSES -

    Move to the spicy rhythm of salsa! Join Liliana from the Ritmo Caliente Dance Academy and learn to dance to the exotic rhythms of salsa, merengue and cha-cha!
    Beginner and advanced dancers welcome.

    No partner required.
    $18 per casual class
    Fri 27 July 8:00 PM
    THE HARMONY PROJECT - A QUESTION OF BELONGING

    North Lake Senior Campus and Melville Senior High School students from over 25 different countries present their take on an ideal world through a fusion of drama and soundscapes.
    RRaFT Educators, in partnership with KULCHA and the Fremantle Multicultural Centre, presents this celebration of diversity.
    Funded by the Department of Immigration and Citizenship's Living in Harmony program.
    This event has been cancelled
    Fri 27 July 4:00 PM
    KULCHA KIDS DRUMMING CIRCLE - Classes

    Come in from the rain and join in the fun of the KULCHA Kids Drumming Circle! Have fun and learn basic percussion skills and African djembe drumming at our after-school classes. Facilitated by Martin Phillips of Rhythmfix and popular world music bands Dunumba, Shangara Jive and Funkalleros. Drums provided and beginners welcome. Early bookings recommended. Eight week course $80/$75 KULCHA members. $10/$8 per class

    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 $10/$8
    (how many) Presale Tickets @ $80
    (how many) Members Tickets @ $75

    Sat 28 July 8:00 PM
    SANTIAGO DE CUBA - With Son Latino

    The Australia-Cuba Friendship Society presents the ultimate Cuban Carnival!

    A party to end all parties with popular Latin band Son Latino presenting an explosion of Cuban rhythms to seduce and entice you to the dance floor.

    Learn sensual salsa tips from diva dance instructor Liliana Sputore and enjoy Latin food and traditional Cuban mojitos at the KULCHA bar as you party into the night!

    Almost Sold Out!
    Ring Kulcha for bookings.
    SALSA CLASSES @ KULCHA Mon 30 July 7:30-9:00 PM
    SALSA CLASSES -

    Move to the spicy rhythm of salsa! Join Liliana from the Ritmo Caliente Dance Academy and learn to dance to the exotic rhythms of salsa, merengue and cha-cha!
    Beginner and advanced dancers welcome.

    No partner required.
    $18 per casual class