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QV Melbourne’s Wrap Party 6th to 22nd December

5 December 20226 December 2017 by Connie Lambeth

PARTY ON AT QV MELBOURNE’S WRAP / PARTY!

That’s a wrap: new-school carols, dance battles, The After Bar pop-up, free rides on the Christmas Carousel and more in an all-out end of year party at QV Melbourne.

As production closes on 2017, the crew at QV Melbourne are hosting a 17-day Wrap / Party to celebrate the year that was. The program of tinsel-tastic entertainment and events will take over iconic QV Square and surrounding laneways from 6-22 December.

Kicking off with a glitter-bomb-bang at 5pm on Wednesday 6 December, the Wrap / Party launch event will feature new-school carols performed by some of Melbourne’s best voices. Main stage entertainment comes from a range of dance groups including internationally acclaimed hip-hop crew Superhoodz (Australia’s Got Talent) and leading break-dancers BreakHoodz. Joining them are MiniHoodz and JnrHoodz (aged 5-12), busting out advanced hip-hop, funk and break dance moves.

Hip Hop Crew - SuperHoodz — Hip Hop Crew –
SuperHoodz

Be one of the first to snap the perfect ‘Carouselfie’ on the free Christmas Carousel, strike a pose at the spectacular Christmas balloon installation and sip on free cocktails at The After Bar, all while enjoying roving entertainment throughout QV Melbourne’s many laneways. Host Kate Meade (radio host and Victorian Dance Festival founder) will oversee proceedings at the launch event, ensuring the maximum level of fun is achieved.

In striking pastels and summery hues, QV Melbourne’s FREE Christmas Carousel isn’t just for kids. Hop on the Insta-worthy horses and circle the square to the tunes of the 80’s, 90’s and 00’s, with some Christmas classics thrown in for good measure. The Christmas Carousel is open from 12pm to 2pm and 4pm to 7pm daily. Take a much-needed pit-stop at The After Bar pop-up in QV Square, open 6 and 15 December from 5pm until late. The After Bar serves up FREE fruity and flirty cocktails and mocktails: the perfect pick-me-up after a long day of shopping cardio.

Kick up your sneakers on Friday 15 December when Wrap / Party gets large with an epic Dance Battle at 6.30pm, when Superhoodz go head to head with their mini-me companions, youth hip-hop group Minihoodz. Breakhoodz and JnrHoodz will also compete. Cheer your favourites with free cocktails from 5pm at The After Bar.

Hip Hop Junior Crew - MiniHoodz — Hip Hop Junior Crew – MiniHoodz

On Wednesday 20 December DJ Chango Phat (Victorian Champion, Australian Turntable Championships) will set the scene for the silly season, spinning tunes from 4pm until 8pm while Schnitz will pop up with a bar serving craft beers and wine, plus some free cheeky Schnitz chips.

Dress your dog in their festive best and bring them along for a complimentary Pooch-mas Photography session on Saturday 9 December and Saturday 16 December between 11am – 4pm. Assemble your squad and get snap-happy as the Christmas Balloon Selfie Station sets up shop in the QV Square from 10am – 8pm daily. Tag @QVMelbourne on 6 December for the chance to win an awesome prize from Harvey Norman.

Wrap / Party is the third installation in QV Melbourne’s Laneway Series: a seasonal program of eclectic outdoor events, festivals and activations in the QV Square and surrounding laneways.

What: QV Melbourne’s Wrap / Party: celebrating 2017 with a range of entertainment and events

Where: QV Square, Level 2, QV Melbourne, corner Swanston and Lonsdale Streets, Melbourne

When: Wednesday 6 December to Friday 22 December.

Times vary, visit qv.com.au for details.

**Information & Images Courtesy Of QV Melbourne/Fuller PR – Keshia Hutchens

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MASTERS DANCE EXPO AUSTRALIA 2017

13 September 20226 November 2017 by Connie Lambeth

MASTERS’ DANCE EXPO AUSTRALIA 2017

Words by Sumaiya Rizvi

Images by HRPR

Last month’s mega event, Masters Dance Expo 2017, was held at the Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Centre and attended by industry leaders, dance professionals and dance enthusiasts, with five championship titles and on-the-spot competitions churning out $30,000 in cash prizes.

Directors of Masters of Choreography Jennifer & Milo Peric & friends — Directors of Masters of Choreography
Jennifer & Milo Peric & friends

Masters Dance Expo 2017 saw a sell out crowd of attendees and participants, with talented dance crews from New Zealand, Hobart, Queensland and Melbourne battling for a win, providing the audience with the best in dance entertainment. The full day program was packed with workshops, seminars, competitions, stalls and giveaways, all dedicated to dance.

The highly acclaimed choreographer, Sue Ellen Shook, delivered a Jazz Dance workshop like no other. Speaking with participants it was evident their experience was hugely beneficial, with ‘one on one’ coaching with Sue, whilst networking with like-minded jazz dance enthusiasts.

Renowned choreographer Loredo Malcolm, highly regarded for his work on the ‘Book Of Mormon’, conducted a Contemporary Dance workshop that was nothing short of an exhilarating experience. A few of the participants had been to the ‘Book of Mormon’, and were fascinated by the choreographer’s insights into the production, as well as his ‘behind the scenes’ accounts.

Another industry heavy weight known for his fierce stage presence and epic choreography, CJ SALVADOR, judged the Street Dance Championships. For many dancers, it was a dream come true to be in the presence of an international dance sensation.

Choreographer Gerard Pigg’s Commercial Dance workshop, was yet another highlight of the day.

Meanwhile prizes and surprises were up for grabs, with Hairhouse Warehouse, Bloch Dancewear, Inspire Dancewear, Foxx makeup, and Couture Costume among the stall holders sponsoring gifts.

In between dance championships, competitions and workshops, the audience were enthralled with a silent disco, followed by Hip Hop royalty Rob Rich running a workshop like no other. The day concluded with his entourage RICHFAM, delivering a memorable performance finale to Masters’ Dance Expo 2017.

**Save the Date: Masters Dance Expo Australia 2018 – Sunday 27th May

**Sumaiya was a guest of Helen Reizer HRPR

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LAST 2 NIGHTS TO CATCH MUST-SEE ‘FEATHERED & FIERCE’ AT SYDNEY FRINGE FESTIVAL

13 September 20228 September 2017 by Connie Lambeth

FEATHERED AND FIERCE

2 SHOWS LEFT – FRIDAY 8th & SATURDAY 9th SEPTEMBER!

Review by Roswitha Schleicher – Sydney Events writer for The Australia Times News

Producer Lauren Eisinger and samba sensation Amy Mills take their audience on an emotional journey as they invite them behind the scenes of the glamorous world of samba, in their bold new show Feathered and Fierce.

Stage One at the HPG Festival Hub lays bare, with black curtains usually shielding curious eyes, drawn, blending with the infinite darkness of this vast space, in contrast with the blaze of stage lights.

As the eight performers enter the stage in what appears to be Amazonian inspired ensembles, anticipation rises and the crowd falls silent. Just a few beats into animated samba tunes and the Amy Mills Samba Pro Team bust out a few of their signature dance moves, raising cheers from the audience. And thus, our hour long journey through the dazzling world of samba begins.

Thoughtfully choreographed by World Solo Samba Champion Amy Mills, Feathered & Fierce reveals a story of passion and dedication through the world of Latin dance. With multiple on-stage costume changes and numerous moving performances accompanied by a contemporary playlist, Amy and her team lead their audience on a journey, unveiling the various aspects and emotional ups and downs of preparing for the big samba stage.

This unique show is every bit as personal and mesmerising as producer Lauren Eisinger intended, and has proven to be one of the ‘must-see’ performances of this year’s Sydney Fringe Festival.

Get your tickets now.

What: Feathered and Fierce, theatrical dance show at Sydney Fringe Festival 2017

Where: HPG Festival Hub Stage One, 225 Euston Rd, Alexandria, Sydney

When: 7:30pm, 5 – 9 September 2017

Tickets: Adult $25, Concession or Under 12 $22, Group 6+ $22.

All tickets available from www.sydneyfringe.com

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Check out our 2 previous articles – Feathered and Fierce –

Interview with producer Lauren Eisinger:

www.theaustraliatimes.com/feathered-and-fierce-premieres-sydney-fringe-festival-interview-with-producer/

Information – Feathered and Fierce & Dancers Biographies:

http://www.theaustraliatimes.com/feathered-and-fierce-at-sydney-fringe-festival-2017/

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Images Courtesy of ‘Feathered and Fierce’/Fuller PR/Roswitha Schleicher

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‘Feathered and Fierce’ premieres at Sydney Fringe Festival 2017

13 September 202224 August 2017 by Connie Lambeth

Behind the scenes with dance champions: Feathered and Fierce premieres at Sydney Fringe Festival 2017

A World Champion Samba dancer takes audiences beyond the glamour to the sweat, grit and incredible strength it takes to win in the highly competitive Latin dance world.

Lauren Eisinger and Amy Mills are proud to present Feathered and Fierce, an unorthodox Latin dance show premiering at Sydney Fringe Festival from 5 – 9 September 2017 for five shows only. Tickets are selling fast via sydneyfringe.com.

Director and Choreographer Amy Mills (World Samba Solo Champion 2015) has led her all female team to three National Samba Championships (2013, 2014, 2016). In their stage debut, Amy and her team will reveal all in an intimate visceral dance performance, at one of Sydney Fringe’s hottest new warehouse venues.

“Feathered and Fierce will throw back the curtain and reveal the raw strength, failures and dogged determination that it takes to create a moment in the spotlight,” says Amy.

Producer Lauren Eisinger is known for her unique and eye-catching stage and circus shows, at some of Australia and the world’s most eclectic festivals and venues.

“This is Latin dance like you’ve never seen it before,” says Lauren.

“Eight powerful women push their physical and mental limits without restraint. In this stripped back space you’ll see the sweat, hear every breath, feel the camaraderie and find the drive that fuels this world-class team.”

Amy Mills plans to create a unique experience for audiences.

“We are giving audience members a real look behind the scenes, incorporating costume racks, ladders and road cases into a Latin dance, with performers who don’t leave the space throughout the show. We will use the versatility of the warehouse space to stage scenes in and around the audience, resulting in a highly immersive experience,” says Amy.

Feathered and Fierce will feature a soundscape unique to the troupe’s shows: a mix of instrumental Latin rhythms and modern pop music.

Feathered and Fierce will be an up-close and personal experience of the world within the world of competitive Latin dance.

What: Feathered and Fierce, theatrical dance show at Sydney Fringe Festival 2017

Where: HPG Festival Hub Stage One, 225 Euston Rd, Alexandria, Sydney

When: 7:30pm, 5 – 9 September 2017

Tickets: Adult $25, Concession or Under 12 $22, Group 6+ $22. All tickets available from www.sydneyfringe.com

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