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Weekdays 11AM-4PM
Haider Altaey - MULTIPLE SELF
A series of oil paintings by Iraqi artist and graphic designer Haider Altaey.
The exhibition investigates the relationship between identity and environment with vibrant representations of water and land in stunning blues, greens and ochres.
Haider immigrated to Western Australia in 1994. In Multiple Self he explores the ways we adapt to new environments, notions of ego and issues of identity.
Haider's artwork features in private collections across the globe,
from Sweden to Iraq, Australia to Saudi Arabia.
FREE ENTRY
To March 31
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Sat 1 March 8pm
BOB FOX - British Folk
Bob Fox's velvety voice and stunning guitar work ensure he is memorable on CD and ebullient live. An exceptionally talented artist, Bob's performances are strongly influenced by the working-class culture and industrial folk song of his native County Durham. Blessed with one of the best voices in British folk music today and coupled with astonishing guitar technique, Bob Fox performs pure and unadulterated folk music at its finest.
Australian National Folk Festival
Performance - music - No Free List
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 $28, so Book Now!
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Sun 2 March 6-8pm
SHAM & IRISH DANCE - KULCHA ON SWAN - BEATS IN THE BUSH
Percy Cullen Recreation Park,
Gidgegannup
KULCHA presents a series of free family concerts in the City of Swan.
Delight in Celtic fusion with improvisational jazz beats, multi-percussionists and dancers.
Bring a picnic and a rug
FREE EVENT
Offsite concert
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Sun 2 March 7pm
PEGGY SEEGER - Anglo-American Folk
Hailing from one of the USA's foremost folk music families, with over 50 years of performance experience and in excess of 100 collaborative and solo recordings,
Peggy Seeger is by far one of the most consummate artists performing today.
Coupled with a sharp sense of humour, her shows are a diverse and spellbinding presentation of traditional Anglo-American songs and ballads, stories, poetry and finely crafted contemporary songs.
Performance - music - No Free List
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 $28, so Book Now!
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Mondays
SALSA CLASSES -
6:30PM BEGINNERS,
7:45PM INTERMEDIATE,
9:00PM ADVANCED
Move to the spicy rhythm of salsa! Now with three classes to suit your level of experience, join Liliana of the Ritmo Caliente Dance Academy and learn to dance to the exotic rhythms of salsa, merengue and cha-cha!
Experiment with the true flavour of Latin street-dance with fitness guaranteed. No partner required. Early bookings recommended.
Show off your salsa skills at KULCHA's salsa practice nights Thursday 21 and Wednesday 27 February.
$18 per casual class
Workshop - dance
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Tue 4 March 8pm
GENTICORUM - Québécois Music
Genticorum are fast becoming one of the most sought after proponents of Canada's Québécois musical culture, firmly rooted in the soil of their native land.
This energetic power trio incorporates the dynamism of today's North American and European folk cultures into its music.
Weaving wooden flute, fiddle, acoustic guitar, jaw harp, bass and foot percussion with strong vocal harmonies, Genticorum produces a brilliant tapestry, and a uniquely distinctive sound.
Performance - music - No Free List
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 $25, so Book Now!
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Tuesdays and Thursdays 9.30 - 10.30am
GRASSROOTS TAI CHI - with Zee
Join Zee for Grassroots Tai Chi and enjoy a sense of calm before you tackle the challenges of the day.
Exercise your mind and body and gain the health benefits of this ancient martial art tailored for the Australian market. Enjoy flowing, gentle movements that are relaxed and slow in tempo.
Entry by gold coin donation
Workshop
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Fri 7 March 8pm
PETER BRANDY - Traditional Kimberley Style
Multi WAMi Award-winner Peter Brandy is a classic pop/country singer and songwriter - a musician committed to his art.
His thoughtful and passionate songs are written from a personal perspective surrounding classic themes such as love of country and people.
Born and raised in Australia's rugged North West, Peter's songs reflect his cultural identity and close attachment with the land he loves, performed with a traditional Kimberley style and dry outback humour.
Performance - music
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!
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Sat 8 March 8pm
INDOGYPSY COLLECTIVE - Modern Fiery Gypsy Expression
Join the Indogypsy Collective on a journey through India, North Africa, Turkey and Spain to experience the essence of modern fiery gypsy expression!
This eclectic troupe of musicians, dancers and percussionists come together in a vibrant celebration to take you on a colourful journey reflecting a universal understanding of humanity's innermost passions.
Come to celebrate life through music, dance and live percussion and free your gypsy spirit!
Performance - dance - No Free List
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 14 March 8pm
KNOTWORK - Indigenous Folk Fusion
Knotwork return to KULCHA with a scorching performance that will make you believe it's still summer.
Combining raw earthy tones from the didgeridoo and guitar with Celtic melodies sautéed on top,
their Indigenous folk fusion is sure to get your feet moving.
Blending in soulful topical lyrics and four-part harmonies, Ailsa Williams, George Walley, Tracy Harrington and Daniel Bright are set to bring you a passionate showcase of their original WA style music.
Performance - music
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 14 March 5-7pm
KULCHA SUNDOWNER - Finest Balcony in Fremantle
Delight in a fresh autumn evening and join the KULCHA team for a chilled drink on the finest balcony in Fremantle.
The perfect opportunity to meet those who make up the KULCHA community, bask in the vibrant surrounds of one of Australia's leading multi-arts venues
and celebrate KULCHA's dedication to the development of multicultural artists.
All KULCHA members, supporters and artists welcome.
FREE EVENT
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Sat 15 March 6-8pm
PETA LITHGO & MALAIKA - KULCHA on SWAN - KULCHA in the Park
KULCHA presents a series of free family concerts in the City of Swan.
Enjoy a vibrant showcase of colourful folk songs and contemporary interpretations.
Offsite concert - Picket Park, Bullsbrook
Bring a picnic and a rug
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Sat 15 March 4 - 7.30pm
HARMONY ON HYDE - Hyde Park, North Perth
The Town of Vincent partners with KULCHA to recognise Harmony Week with free performances and workshops for the whole family.
Celebrate Western Australia's vibrant cultural make-up with performances from Egyptian and Indonesian dancers, Seychellois and Indian musicians,
Chinese lion dancers and African drummers plus Bollywood workshops, henna tattooing, hair braiding and more!
For more information please visit www.vincent.com.au
FREE EVENT - Bring a picnic and a rug
Offsite concert - Hyde Park, North Perth
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Sun 16 March 11am-5pm
HARMONY WEEK -
EVERYONE SHARING = LIVING CULTURES
Churchill Park, Rockingham Waterfront
Celebrating Harmony Week and cultural diversity in Western Australia, The City of Rockingham partners with KULCHA to present a free family concert and workshops.
Showcasing live music and dance from India, France Japan, China, Seychelles, Sudan and henna tattooing, food stalls, art exhibitions, an art and craft market and roving performers.
Supported by BHP Billiton Nickel West.
For more information please visit www.rockingham.wa.gov.au
FREE EVENT Bring a picnic and a rug
Offsite concert - Churchill Park, Rockingham Waterfront
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Sun 16 March 7pm
CELTIC STRINGS - Traditional Irish Music
For those who want to get started on the celebrations early, KULCHA presents a great night of traditional Irish music, song and dance on the eve of St Patrick's Day.
Enjoy a Guinness and join the performers from Tangled Reel, together with Ros and Steve Barnes (Five Point Turn, The Last Five Coins), David Hyams & The Miles to Go Band and friends for some energetic jigs and reels,
memorable songs both old and new and a liberal helping of 'the craic'.
Performance - music
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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Tue 18 March 6.30pm
OUR DANCE, OUR STORIES -
SHOW & TELL SESSION
Join African fashion business Ribbon of Africa to celebrate African arts and culture during Harmony Week.
Come to KULCHA to show your dance, song or musical instrument and discuss what it means to you. Guests include renowned African dance troupe Afrotonic and hip hop choreographer Rita N of Total Package Productions.
A thrilling night of music, food and heated discussion guaranteed.
Embrace the beauty of our cultural similarities and diversities!
Entry by gold coin donation
RSVP via email to community@kulcha.com.au
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Sat 22 March 7pm (Gates open 6pm)
KULCHA GLOBAL RHYTHMS - A PERCUSSIVE JOURNEY TO ALL CORNERS OF THE PLANET
Come on a percussive journey to all corners of the earth and celebrate global grooves under the stars at the picturesque Quarry Amphitheatre.
Join KULCHA and leading WA percussionist and guest artistic director Paul Tanner for an eclectic program of dynamic percussion and dance incorporating contemporary and traditional techniques.
Experience the vibrant power and energy of traditional West African, contemporary jazz fusion, classical Indian percussion together with blistering sets from Paul Tanner.
With performances by: Vick Ramakrishnan, Freddy Poncin, Paul Osei Kofi, Josh Hogan, Danny Susnjar, Akwaaba, Robyn Sarti and Steve Richter.
West African beats * Contemporary Indian/jazz fusion * Latin rhythms * Blistering percussive sets from WA's finest
All ages welcome. Bring a picnic and a rug.
$35 Presale, $30 KULCHA Members ,$25 Children
$100 Family (two adults and two children under 16 years)
More - including booking information
Offsite concert - Quarry Amphitheatre, off Oceanic Drive, City Beach
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Sat 22 March 8pm
NOROOZ - PERSIAN NEW YEAR
Norooz, Persian New Year, is one of the oldest living festivals, celebrating the spring equinox.
The most significant of all Persian festivals, Norooz dates back 3000 years into recorded history and each New Year marks the renewal of life.
Join KULCHA to celebrate an evening of traditional Persian music and Sufi poetry performed by the Perth Ensemble Kimeya, with special guest vocalist Narges Feyz.
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 $12, so Book Now!
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Sun 23 March 11am - 1pm
Cahoots Cajun Dance Band -
KULCHA on SWAN - MIDLAND FARMERS MARKET
KULCHA presents a series of free family concerts in the City of Swan.
Foot-tapping Cajun waltzes, two-steps and jitterbugs from Louisiana
FREE EVENT Bring a picnic and a rug
Offsite concert - Midland Square Rotunda, Midland
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Fri 28 March 8pm
DUNUMBA - African Drumming
Dunumba are back - rising like a phoenix from the ashes of Village Vibes and ready to party.
Led by Alastair van Schoor, Dunumba is delighted to present dynamic traditional African drumming songs, three-part harmonies and the amazing wooden sounds of a South African marimba ensemble.
Come along for an exciting evening of infectious drum and dance.
Performance - music/dance - No Free List
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 29 March 8pm
XAVE BROWN AND THE COMFORT ZONE - WHALEBONE BEACH CD LAUNCH
Xave and the Comfort Zone invite you a musical landscape that takes you to the soul's heart.
Whalebone Beach dives from the wild and rugged into the quiet and introspective and is so beautiful it hurts.
Contemporary acoustic music that subtly mixes vocals, guitar, banjo (Xave Brown), exquisite harmonies and keyboard (Caitlin Dethridge), double bass (Tony King), drums/percussion (Tim Wiegele) and piano accordion (Raku).
Supported by Jeff Strong.
Performance - music - No Free List
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 $15, so Book Now!
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Sun 30 March 3-7pm
OLA! VIVA! SUDAN! - Herb Graham Recreation Centre, Mirrabooka
Celebrate Sudanese culture and be spoilt by performances from Perth-based Sudanese outfit The Great Nile Band, together with WAMi-Award winning Seychellois singer Grace Barbe and James Searle.
Celebrate the culmination of the series of free KULCHA Community workshops, offered to new and emerging cultural groups of Sudanese people.
Supported by KULCHA, the Office of Multicultural Interests, Healthway and Relationships Australia promoting Make Time to Talk, Multicultural Services Centre WA and Metropolitan Migrant Resource Centre.
Entry by gold coin donation
Offsite event - Herb Graham Recreation Centre, Mirrabooka
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