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Fri 5 February 5pm
SAMITH PICH - THE MANGO TREE
VISUAL ARTS OPENING
Love, sun and mangoes weave their magic in an exhibition of new works by emerging Australian/Khmer Artist Samith Pich. Inspired by the Angus & Julia Stone Song I Wish I had a Mango Tree, Samith continues his exploration into innate human desires for connection and, in particular, the shared search for love. Painting in an emotively colourful, bold and figurative style Samith invites viewers to come and share their experiences of love and summer amongst the vibrant leaves of The Mango Tree.
FREE EVENT
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Fri 5 February 8pm
KWACHALA -
Kwachala return to KULCHA in 2010 with their infectious African reggae rhythms. Kwachala means 'happy hour' and the group invites you to join them for a non-stop night of dancing, reggae and African beats. Using conscious roots and fire driven rhythms, dance floors are set ablaze at every show. Don't miss this night of 'raggazinha' - reggae, rhythm and dance.
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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Sat 6 February 8pm
ARTHUR GRACIAS - INDO-JAZZ
Arthur Gracias is an internationally acclaimed guitarist, keyboardist, composer and pioneer of Indo-Jazz. He returns to KULCHA in 2010 with a show that is sure to mesmerise you with its spicy melting pot of Indian ragas, rhythms and contemporary jazz harmonies. Arthur will perform new works as well as tracks from his previously released CD's.
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 7 February 5pm
SUNDAY REGGAE SESSION
Few things are quite as relaxing as sitting on KULCHA's huge balcony on a lazy Sunday afternoon with a cold drink with some world class roots reggae. KULCHA will be chilling this summer with a series of smooth Sunday reggae sessions.
Tickets at the door $5
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Weekdays 8 February 10am-4pm
SAMITH PICH - THE MANGO TREE
VISUAL ARTS EXHIBITION
Love, sun and mangoes weave their magic in an exhibition of new works by emerging Australian/Khmer Artist Samith Pich. Inspired by the Angus & Julia Stone Song I Wish I had a Mango Tree, Samith continues his exploration into innate human desires for connection and, in particular, the shared search for love. Painting in an emotively colourful, bold and figurative style Samith invites viewers to come and share their experiences of love and summer amongst the vibrant leaves of The Mango Tree.
Free Exhibition.
In anticipation of his first solo show, The Mango Tree at KULCHA in February, Cambodian/Australian artist Samith Pich is giving away a painting valued at $400!
For your chance to win, and to see some of Samith's breathtaking work, visit
www.samithpich.com
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Fri 12 February 8pm
SHOFAR -
Blending traditional folk music with a new-skool bent, Shofar are a klezmer band with a difference. Recently back from New York, clarinettist Philip Everall has lined up some of Perth's finest young musicians, guaranteed to get you moving. Influenced by the diverse fields of Jazz, Hip-Hop, Avant Garde, Hungarian Folk and Metal, Shofar present age-old music with a fresh new sound.
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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Sat 13 February 7pm
FREMANTLE CARNIVALE COSTUME BALL -
Carnevale is a vibrant annual festival of transgression held in many parts of Europe and Latin America and this year it arrives in Fremantle. Meet at the Italian Club at 6.30pm, and in in the costumed Caracole through the streets of Fremantle to KULCHA, then climb the stairs for a night of revelry with the Carnevale Masked Costume Ball. Hosted by intriguing MC Bruno Michel, the entertainment includes hilarious traditional Italian troupe Commedia Academy, Freo's dynamic WASAMBA and a kaleidoscope of talents in the Carnevale Community Cabaret. Start preparing your costume now for an extraordinary night of Fremantle celebrations!
In the Carnevale tradition of 'farewell to the flesh', there will be food available to purchase at the Fremantle Carnevale Costume Ball including a marinated meat pack and a vegetarian option. These can be purchased from the KULCHA Bar and will be cooked for you on the bbq balcony by the staff from Refresh catering and served with bread.
Visit www.fremantlecarnivale.com for further info. All tickets $10 for Costumed revellers, $20 Non-Costumed (mandatory face painting on entry). Bookings essential.
No costume - an extra $10 at the door!
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, so Book Now!
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Sun 14 February 5pm
SUNDAY REGGAE SESSION
Few things are quite as relaxing as sitting on KULCHA's huge balcony on a lazy Sunday afternoon with a cold drink with some world class roots reggae. KULCHA will be chilling this summer with a series of smooth Sunday reggae sessions.
Tickets at the door $5
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Fri 19 February 8pm
DARAMAD QUARTET -
In the Persian classical tradition, daramad refers to the process of beginning or emerging out of something. Daramad Quartet has emerged out of KULCHA's Freeform improvisation evenings, bringing together musicians of different cultural and musical backgrounds. The group explores the confluence between music of the Middle East and improvised jazz and features Iranian saz and guitar maestro, Reza Mirzaei, oud and eastern percussion specialist, Michael Zolker, double bassist, Phil Waldron and multi-reedman, Mark Cain.
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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Sat 20 February 2pm
PETE CLARK
Pete Clark is a fiddle tutor at the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama in Glasgow. Pete directs the Niel Gow Festival held in March every year in Dunkeld and Birnam. He toured Japan with the Edinburgh branch of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society, and has played for classes at their annual summer school.
In addition to this performance, Pete will be conducting a workshop with the Perth Scottish Fiddlers - visit www.perthscottishfiddlers.com.au for more information.
Cancelled, due to unforeseeable family circumstances.
Pete Clark is unable to tour Australia in February
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Sat 20 February 8pm
SEAMIE O'DOWD -
supported by CRAIG SINCLAIR
Seamie O'Dowd (Ireland) has toured with Irish band Dervish and collaborated with renowned musicians including Mairtin O'Connor and Tommy Emmanuel. He picked up the fiddle at age eight and by eighteen was a multi-instrumentalist, having also mastered the guitar, mandolin, bouzouki, banjo, and bodhran. Join Seamie and Australian singer songwriter Aminah Hughes on a journey of ethereal Irish, soothing folk and rockin' blues. Supported by Albany blues singer/songwriter Craig Sinclair.
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!
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Sun 21 February 5pm
SUNDAY REGGAE SESSION
WITH MELLIFLUOUS + DJ AZWON
Prepare yourself for a memorable evening with two of Perth's finest purveyors of reggae. Mellifluous have steadily gained a reputation as one of WA's must-see acts. Originally from New Zealand, the boys have settled in the South West and, with support slots for Bonjah, Tzu and Banawurun under their belts, they've proven they have some serious reggae chops. Meanwhile, DJ Azwon will be setting the KULCHA balcony on fya with some smooth cuts of roots reggae.
Tickets at the door $5
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Fri 26 February 8pm
PERTH URBAN GYPSIES -
Roll up for a night of guitar mastery as Alex Borthwick and Glenn Rogers present their fiery blend of Latin and Spanish rhythms mixed with jazz harmonies. The Perth Urban Gypsies repertoire includes the music of Chick Corea and John Mclaughlin as well as original compositions. Using acoustic guitar and delay effects, the gypsies deliver a stunning ambient sonority. Don't miss Glenn's debut performance on his 27-string scalloped fretboard guitar.
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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Sat 27 February 8pm
FREMANTLE GLOBAL ARKESTRA -
Fremantle Global Arkestra's music transcends earthbound limitations by riding the flights of imagination. This February they present Tibet Suite and other original compositions at KULCHA. The three movement suite will journey through a maze of instruments including saranghi, bass clarinet and oud. Pulsing guitar and keyboards add to the effect while bass flute, saxophone and trumpets sound the alarm. Expect the unexpected on this night of improvisation and imagination.
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 28 February 5pm
KULCHA SUNDAY REGGAE SESSION
WITH DJ AZWON
The final Sunday Reggae Session for this Summer promises to be a smoking hot affair, with Jamaica's favourite son DJ Azwon spinning a selection of the finest reggae and dub on the KULCHA balcony, guaranteed to get heads nodding, feet stomping and hands in the air. Say Goodbye and Jah Guide to Summer with one last Sunday Reggae Session!
FREE Entry
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