Neil Murray

One of the country’s finest song men – Neil Murray– will perform at the Produce Store on September 30 accompanied by renowned guitarist Damien Neil.
With over three decades performing and recording behind him Neil Murray has delivered a string of remarkable albums that have contributed handsomely to the nations contemporary music heritage.
His live shows are a captivating journey deep into Australian lands of rich stillness.

Neil Murray first appeared in the early eighties as a founding member of the Warumpi Band. Twenty years of performing propelled contemporary indigenous music into mainstream Australia, yielding such classic songs as My Island Home, Blackfella Whitefella, Fitzroy Crossing, Jailanguru Pakarnu, Stompin Ground, From the Bush and Waru.

Neil has since become one of Australia’s most respected and influential singer/songwriters and has enjoyed a solo career since 1989. He has released twelve solo albums including his latest release “Bring Thunder & Rain”.

Saturday 30 September 2017 at 7:30pm
Dinner bookings 5779 1404 at the Store. Dinner from 6.30pm

Goodbye to Berlin

Priscilla Armstrong, as 1930s Berlin cabaret performer Sally Bowles, sings songs from ‘Cabaret’ and ‘Threepenny Opera’ with a cheeky grin and seductive eyes that could charm the pants off an SS officer.
The intimate setting of The Produce Store, with Cameron Thomas’s sensuous piano playing and Armstrong’s risque antics, creates an experience of forbidden cabaret at the time of the rise of Adolf Hitler.

Armstrong – in a sleek black dress, stockings and suspenders – skillfully draws us into a song and then hits us with a bit of unexpected slapstick or political statement. She has an excellent sense of comedy and strikes up a terrific rapport with the appreciative audience.

“Goodbye to Berlin” has a feeling of mischief and delights in its sense of liberation; the essential philosophy is to enjoy the moment and not be bound by social rules and mores, while all the while suggesting the need to resist oppression.

This performance is a reminder of why some forms of theatre are forced underground and why we revel in attending them.

Come along for a great night of live theatre, music and great food. Bookings at The Store or online via www.trybooking.com/RTDC – $20 tickets. Dinner bookings from 6.30pm

Bracket and Jam

What more could you ask for?  A fun night out with live music, whilst enjoying delicious food and a glass of wine?  Are you in?

Our monthly Bracket and Jam live music night is the perfect opportunity to get out of the house and enjoy some great music.  Give the team a call to book you a table (or just a seat – we’ll find you some friends!)

5779 1404

Blueberry – Book Launch

We are REALLY excited to be hosting the launch of “Blueberry” – local author Glenna Thomson’s new book on Wednesday 8th February. at 6pm.

Glenna is an experienced blueberry orchardist. She grew up on an apple orchard, married, had children, and developed a career in overseas aid and business. In 2004 her life turned full circle when she, and her husband, bought a cattle property and blueberry orchard in north-east Victoria. Blueberry is her first novel.

All the ingredients of a satisfying country story are nestled in this heart-warming tale.’ AUSTRALIAN WOMEN’S WEEKLY

Book Launch

Book Launch

Local sci-fi author Belinda Crawford launches ‘Riven’ – the thrilling new sequel to her YA book ‘Hero’

Drinks and nibbles
5 – 6pm
Tuesday 25th October

Bastille Day Dinner

B A S T I L L E   D A Y ~ Come along for a fun (and French) night out on Thursday 14th July to celebrate Bastille Day.

Join us for a 3 course meal (drinks at bar prices), some French speaking, a little frivolity and plenty of fun.

6pm for 6.30pm

$30pp

Bookings essential 5779 1404

Joachim Matschoss – Poetry Reading

Remember “Small World”, and what an amazing and poignant piece of writing and acting it was?

Playwright Joachim Matschoss returns to Mansfield THIS WEEK.

On Saturday night, May 28th he will be doing a poetry reading from one of his 15 poetry books. Joachim was born in Germany and now lives in Melbourne. He is a playwright, poet and Theatre-maker. His Theatre Company, ‘Backyard Theatre Ensemble (BYTE)’ presents diverse pieces of theatre all across Melbourne/ Australia and internationally, both Youth Arts and for adults.
This will be a fantastic night – and a great opportunity to head out with some friends. Tickets for the poetry reading can be purchased online viawww.mmuds.org.au A buffet dinner is available after the show – bookings for dinner can be made 57791404. ‪#‎mansfieldmtbuller‬ ‪#‎poetry‬

Joachim has published about 15 poetry books in the UK, Australia and the US. His readings, which he does regularly here and overseas, involve a cross section of his work in two blocks of 30 minutes.

The cover charge for the readings will be $15.

Quotation Marks

Local artists Jenny and Simone Gibney bring us their latest collaborative collection – Quotation Marks.  Opening at 6pm on Wednesday 22nd March, this exhibition is based on famous quotes.  Definitely something for everyone.

On show from 22nd March – 2nd May

All Corners Covered – Live Music

We welcome musicians Andrew Clermont and Rachel Johnstone for a fantastic performance – one night only!

Andrew is taking to the road with cellist Rachel Johnstone (formerly of the Australian String Quartet) as part of their tour All Corners Covered.

A collaboration of two highly skilled instrumental masters on the one stage. You may have heard Andrew previously as part of the trio “Blue Guru”. This is another night not to be missed.

Tickets $25.  Dinners bookings from 6pm 5779 1404

More information Andrew Clermont

Spring Arts – Cafe Exhibition

We are very excited to welcome local artists Wendy Jagger and Ralph Bristow for our in store art exhibition as part of the 2015 Spring Arts Cafe Exhibition.

Wendy Jagger

Wendy has been incredibly busy of late with her Snowline Exhibition at Mt Buller during August as well as being a double finalist in the Victorian Craft Awards.  Wendy is well known for her ceramic pieces but is also a very talented painter.

www.wendyjagger.com 

Ralph Bristow

Ralph creates multi-dimensional paintings, arranged in a form of mindful collage combined with complex color combinations and monochromatic palates.  He applies paint spontaneously, synchronizing hand and eye with the present moment, streaming consciousness into his work.

www.ralphbristow.com.au

Following the official launch of the Spring Arts Walk (@ Delatite Hotel 6pm) on Friday 23rd October, come along and visit the exhibition.

Enjoy a community celebration of  art, festivities, food, music and wine!

We will be hosting the exhibition until the end of October so pop in for a look!