Frankston Arts Centre spreads joy with Christmas Variety Special
Published on 17 December 2020
Frankston Arts Centre has hosted its first ticketed show post COVID with patrons enjoying a fun filled and uplifting Christmas Variety Special.
Frankston City Manager Arts and Culture Andrew Moon said the December 10 show was the FAC’s first paying audience since 15 March.
“The event was an uplifting musical performance featuring star Australian music theatre performer Michael Cormick and talented tenor Roy Best, along with the stunning Michelle Fitzmaurice and compere Chris McKenna.
“The event was also filmed for people at home and will be released on the Frankston Arts Centre Facebook and YouTube at 10.30am on Friday 18 December. It will be available for a limited time over the festive season,” Mr Moon said.
The Christmas Variety Special follows an invitation only show on 28 November for Spirit Lines where all the FAC’s COVID-safe practices were tested and refined.
Frankston Arts Centre patron, Christine Robertson, said she was thrilled to attend the Christmas Variety Special.
“It was a fantastic performance and I thank the performers – after eight years of attending shows, I feel like they’ve become family.
“I wish all at the Frankston Arts Centre the happiest of Christmases because you have made us all so happy,” Ms Robertson said.
There are many shows scheduled for 2021, however, most will not open for ticket sales until six weeks prior to ensure that the venue complies with the latest capacity restrictions.
Patrons are encouraged to join a waiting list for particular events on the FAC website to be the first to know about ticket sales.
The FAC’s much-loved program, Hot Arts for Cool Kids, returns to Cube 37 in the school holidays from 13 - 16 January. Children aged 4 - 12 years will love the giant interactive art room full of activities using recycled materials. Book in the kids to make a mess and get creative in a 1.5 hour session for only $15 per child. The 2021 theme is rainbow, so come dressed in your favourite rainbow colours and get ready to create! Various session times, with tickets only $15 per child.
The first Daytime Music + Theatre performance in 2021 features two of Australia’s favourite leading ladies - Rhonda Burchmore and Rachael Beck - to the FAC stage for Gorgeous Valentines on Friday 12 February, with shows at 10.30am and 1.30pm. Rhonda and Rachael will perform a delightful, humorous concert of first class entertainment and glamour featuring sparkling renditions of their favourite songs. Tickets only $19 - $21.
Originally handpicked to be in the 2020 Theatre Season, multiple Green Room award-winning cabaret artist Jude Perl will perform I Have A Face on Saturday 20 February, 6.30pm. Jude Perl’s comedic insight into her personal and relatable mental health struggles of being an adult will make you want to sing along, cry and laugh all at once. She’ll talk about some tough stuff, make you laugh and feel truly human. Tickets $30 - $40.
Lamb is a new Australian play full of lyrical longing and humour presented by Red Stitch. It is a story of the land and of lies told and secrets kept to protect those we love and to stop them from leaving us. Written by multi-award-winning playwright Jane Bodie and featuring original songs by Mark Seymour (Hunters and Collectors). Originally handpicked for the 2020 theatre season, the FAC is excited to finally bring this poignant production to Frankston on Thursday 25 February, 7.30pm. Tickets $27 - $60.
Andy and Terry’s Treehouse has reached an amazing 91 Storeys. It’s now more fantastically dangerous than ever with a deserted desert island, a whirlpool and a giant spider. Just beware of the fortune teller! Primary schoolers and their adults will love The 91-Storey Treehouse on Sunday 28 February, 10am and 12pm. Tickets $28 - $30.
Frankston Art Centre Box Office and main foyer are open for reduced hours Monday to Friday, 11am to 4pm.
For more information, visit www.thefac.com.au or phone 9784 1060.