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Museum of Art”

At the heart of this first festival is a major exhibition in The Gallery.  Entitled “Treasures from Tarrawarra Museum of Art” it will feature 20 pieces from the private collection of Tarrawarra Museum of Art in

Victoria, which houses some of the best of modern Australian art. 

With names such as Fred Williams, Arthur Boyd, Rosalie Gascoigne, Ian Fairweather, Margaret Preston, Joy Hester, Sam Fullbrook and Charles Blackman, this exhibition is going to attract a lot of attention in

Perth.  Many of these works have never been seen in

Perth. It is scheduled to run from 24 October through to the 29 November. 

Where: The Gallery,

34 Main Street,

Ellenbrook

WA 6069

Open:   10 – 5pm

Web: ellenbrookfestival.com.au, ellenbrookarts.com.au

FREE

World of Culture

A vibrant swirl of performances from around the world, together with a range of activities for children.   Including traditional Greek, Flamenco, Indian, Ethiopian and Aboriginal,  the performances will be funky, colourful and irresistible.

Where:

Town

Park,

Main Street,

Ellenbrook

WA 6069

When:  Sunday, 25^th October 2009 12 noon – 5pm

Web: ellenbrookfestival.com.au

FREE

Market Day 

A day to bring together the culture of our local

Swan

Valley, together with artisans from around

Perth.  Included will be food suppliers book fair and artisan stalls selling locally made jewellery, art and crafts pieces.  Other attractions include organic food and children’s workshops.

Where:

Town

Park,

Main Street,

Ellenbrook

WA 6069

When:  Sunday, 15^th November 2009 12 noon – 5pm

Web: ellenbrookfestival.com.au

FREE

Shakespeare by the

Lake:  Othello 

Upstart Theatre production group will produce Shakespeare’s Othello in the Woodlake Amphitheatre, overlooking the lake – a perfect event to bring a picnic along and enjoy the local ambiance.

Where: Woodlake Amphitheatre, Cnr Woodlake & Highpoint Boulevards,

Ellenbrook

WA 6069

When:  Friday 20 November (from 7pm), Sunday 22^nd November (from 5pm), Friday 27^th November and Sunday 29 November (both 7pm)

Web: ellenbrookfestival.com.au

FREE

Libby Hammer and Hip Mo’ Toast  

Even if you have only brushed with the Perth Jazz scene, you will surely have come across the fabulous Libby Hammer, one of

Perth's busiest vocalists. Her stage presence, her sultry and sophisticated vocal style and charismatic performances continue to enthrall audiences and always leave them wanting for more.    Performing with Hip Mo' Toast,

Perth's hippest jazz combo, which since its formation in 1997, has wowed audiences across the country with it's delicious blend of devastating musicianship and drop-dead style

Where:

Town

Park, Ellenbrook

When:  Saturday 28^th November from 6pm – ticketed event, limited numbers available.

Tickets: bocsticketing.com.au

Web: ellenbrookfestival.com.au