City of Port Phillip (CoPP) has celebrations for the upcoming International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) and an exciting opportunity to hire the Palais Theatre for just $1.
International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) Events
PERFORMING | Born to be Wild | Thursday 1 December 2022 | 12noon-1pm
Join us on Thursday 1 December for several pop-up creative performances by Fog Theatre at the St Kilda library. For one short hour put your browsing and borrowing aside to be amongst the balletic and majestic mayhem of Fog Theatre as they playfully bring life and vibes to different parts of the St Kilda Library.
Fog Theatre’s pop-up performances are held throughout the library, starting with an opening performance at 12noon in the library foyer and the closing performance will be at approximately 12.50pm in the story time area of the library.
Fog Theatre’s pop-up performances at the library are part of a program of events City of Port Phillip is hosting for International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD).
- View CoPP IDPwD page for more information.
- Where: St Kilda Library, 150 Carlisle Street, St Kilda VIC 3182.
- Cost: Free
- Bookings: All welcome, no registration required.
TALKING | In conversation with Carly Findlay and Renay Barker-Mulholland | Thursday 1 December 2022 | 6.30-7.30pm
City of Port Phillip libraries are hosting a special author talk with Carly Findlay who will be interviewed by Renay Barker-Mulholland. Carly Findlay is an award-winning writer, speaker and appearance activist. Carly writes on disability and appearance diversity issues for news outlets. Renay Barker-Mulholland is an artist, writer, and creator. Renay is a proud disabled, Biripi / Dungutti woman, and a staunch feminist who is dedicated to fighting for disability justice.
- Where: St Kilda Library, 150 Carlisle Street, St Kilda VIC 3182
- Cost: Free
- Bookings: Registration is required. To register, book online through Trybooking
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LAUNCHING | Community Reservations at the Palais Theatre
A City of Port Phillip initiative to increase access to the hiring of the Palais Theatre to groups that may not otherwise be able to utilise the venue due to hire costs.
Successful applicants for a community booking will have venue hire costs reduced to $1, enabling a range of users to experience this extraordinary venue.
The Palais Theatre is an iconic venue with a rich history as a key part of the cultural heritage of St Kilda, Melbourne and beyond. The venue has hosted some of Melbourne’s most renowned events, and continuously attracts national and international artists and promoters for performances ranging from all genres of music, through to opera and dance, comedy, gala events and more.
The Palais Theatre Community Purpose Reservations supports the City of Port Phillip’s Council Plan 2021-2031, specifically strategic direction Vibrant: a city that has a flourishing economy, where our community and local business thrive, and we maintain and enhance our reputation as one of Melbourne’s cultural and creative hubs.
The Palais Theatre is a highly sought after venue for artists, community groups and event producers, however venue size and associated expenses can make it inaccessible for noncommercial operators. The City of Port Phillip and Live Nation have partnered to make the Palais Theatre more accessible to the community and are seeking Expressions of Interest from event organisers, cultural and community groups who meet the criteria.
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City of Port Phillip (CoPP)Address: 99a Carlisle Street, St Kilda, VIC 3182
Email: news@portphillip.vic.gov.au
Website: www.portphillip.vic.gov.au