What’s on in Winter
ONGOING
From 12 June
An interactive journey via exclusive footage, stage costumes, and memorabilia from the personal collections of ABBA.
Antarctica
Melbourne Aquarium, Cnr King and Flinders Street, Melbourne; 9923 5999;
www.melbourneaquarium.com.au
Featuring interactive displays and stunning visuals. One of the highlights is a state-of-the-art enclosure with King and Gentoo penguins.
european masters: stÄdel museum, 19th-20th century
National Gallery of Victoria, 180 St Kilda Road, Melbourne; 8620 2222;
www.ngv.vic.gov.au
From 19 June
See amazing 19th and 20th century European artworks. A highlight is the work of German Expressionist Max Beckmann.
the global game
National Sports Museum,
Melbourne Cricket Ground, Gate 3, Olympic Stand, Jolimont Street, Jolimont; 9657 2279;
www.nsm.org.au
Until 8 August
Over 100 soccer-related photographs from the late 19th century to the present day.
HALF PRICE CITY DINING
Visit DocklandsMelbourne.com.au
Until 8 August
Celebrating the courage and contribution of Indigenous Australians in the armed forces.
The Light in Winter Federation Square, Melbourne; 9655 1900; www.fedsquare.com
4 June-4 July
Directed by Robyn Archer The Light in Winter brings together artists and communities to explore their ideas of light and hope.
love, loss & intimacy National Gallery of Victoria, 180 St Kilda Road, Melbourne; 8620 2222;
www.ngv.vic.gov.au Until 25 July
These paintings from 17th- and 18th-century European artists and contemporary Australian artists explore how desire, grief and affection tie the observer to the observed.
Until 4 July
Born in St Kilda, Rupert Bunny (1864-1947) spent most of his life in France. This major exhibition will include 100 works – from his late 19th century symbolist inspired mythologies to his elegant paintings of Paris.
Tea and zen
National Gallery of Victoria,
180 St Kilda Road, Melbourne; 8620 2222;
www.ngv.vic.gov.au Until 29 August
Discover the history of tea in China and Japan. On show will be ceramic and lacquer tea utensils, Zen paintings and calligraphy.
Tim Burton
ACMI, Federation Square, Flinders Street, Melbourne; 8663 2200; www.acmi.net.auFrom 24 June
See photographs, storyboards, costumes, cinematic ephemera and a film series that take in Tim Burton’s 27-year career.
Timelines: photography and time
National Gallery of Victoria,
180 St Kilda Road, Melbourne; 8620 2222;
www.ngv.vic.gov.auUntil 3 October
A captivating exhibition exploring the notion of time in photographs. Featuring work by Diane Arbus, Micky Allan and Bill Brandt.
Titanic: The Artefact Exhibition
Melbourne Museum, Nicholson Street, Carlton; 13 11 02; www.museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum Until 17 October
Learn how the ship met its fate, discover the personal stories of people onboard and see artefacts recovered from the ocean floor.
The Western Desert Campaign 1940-42
Shrine of Remembrance, St Kilda Road, Melbourne; 9661 8100; www.shrine.org.au Until 1 August
Photographs of Australians who served during WWII.
Winter Holiday Program:
The Round Ball Game –
FIFA World Cup
National Sports Museum,
Melbourne Cricket Ground, Gate 3, Olympic Stand, Jolimont Street, Jolimont; 9657 2279;
www.nsm.org.au28 June-9 July
A range of fun activities, star appearances and great performances for kids. Soccer fans will have a ball participating in FIFA related events.
JUNE
Good Food & Wine Show
Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre,
2 Clarendon Street, Southbank; 9261 4500;
www.goodfoodshow.com.au4-6 June
Enjoy live demonstrations from celebrity chefs, sample a delicious produce, and see the latest in kitchen appliances and cookware.
Melbourne International Animation Festival
ACMI Cinemas, Federation Square;
8663 2200; www.miaf.net
A comprehensive line-up of animated short films, specially curated programs, and gems from the archive.
Rasta Thomas’ Rock the Ballet
The Arts Centre, State Theatre, 100 St Kilda Road, Melbourne; 1300 182 183;
www.theartscentre.com.au1-5 June
A fusion of ballet mixed with musical theatre, hip hop, and tap. It’s ballet with attitude and a rock ‘n’ roll soundtrack, direct from New York.
Top Designs 2010:
VCE Season of Excellence
Melbourne Museum, Nicholson Street, Carlton; 13 11 02; www.museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum Until 27 June
Inspiring works by VCE Students. Featuring their finished product as well as their work briefs, production plans and client feedback.
JULY
DOCKLANDS CLASSIC FILM FESTIVAL
Screening every night at 7pm and Saturday at 2pm. Waterfront City Piazza, Docklands;
www.waterfrontcity.com.au Until 25 July
Head down to Waterfront City Piazza at Docklands and enjoy free movies by the water. Bellissimo and Mecca Bah will be offering take-away pizza and other yummy hot food – perfect if you’re coming straight from work. Director’s chairs will be available too.
Matthew Barney on film
ACMI, Federation Square, Flinders Street, Melbourne; 8663 2200; www.acmi.net.au1-11 July
The New York Times called Barney the most important artist of his generation. Enter the surreal world of this artist and filmmaker. This is your chance to see his avant-garde video art including the legendary ‘visual opera’ the Cremaster Cycle.
Puppets at fed square
Federation Square, Melbourne; 9655 1900; www.fedsquare.com 5 July-11 July
Federation Square is set to come alive with a children’s puppet playground during the school holidays, with a week-long program of puppet shows, roving performances, puppet workshops, films and parades.
the turn of the screw
The Arts Centre, Playhouse, 100 St Kilda Road, Melbourne; 1300 182 183;
www.theartscentre.com.au
AUGUST
Melbourne Art Fair
Royal Exhibition Building, 9 Nicholson Street, Carlton; 9416 2050; www.melbourneartfair.com 4-8 August
This trade fair and public exposition of contemporary art features more than 80 selected galleries from around the world.
Melbourne Writers Festival
Federation Square and other venues;
www.mwf.com.au 27 August-5 September
Featuring panel sessions, interviews and workshops with some of the top local and international writers.
SLOW SUNDAYS
Visit DocklandsMelbourne.com.au 3-8 August
Twenty-six World, European and National Championship skaters push the boundaries in the genre of ice dance with their skill and athleticism on a magical frozen theatre stage.
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