Brenda Bressed and Fanny Adams present their celebration of all things fabulous in the world of Diva-dom. Photo: Steve Brown
Discover the magic of South Side Festival as it takes over Frankston from May 10-19 with surprises at every turn. The third annual festival is a celebration of arts and culture that brings together local talent, venues and locations, blending them with the best of the contemporary art scene. From workshops on recycled fashion to performances by drag queen divas and cheeky burlesque shows, Frankston will be buzzing with events and art that will make you go “Wow!”
Beauty Park will be transformed into Neon Fields for the festival, with neon sculptures and a magical soundscape.
Joelistics fuses live music with spoken word and film in his show All The People You’ve Never Met. Photo: Craate Creative
On Saturday, May 18, you’re invited to indulge in an evening of glamour and grandeur as Brenda Bressed and Fanny Adams bring you the Divas at Frankston Arts Centre. Prepare to be captivated as they channel iconic divas, transforming into the legends of stage and screen, or catch Brenda’s suite of shows at Cube 37. Also at Cube 37, experience the very best in new contemporary theatre and live music. Experimental art collective Pony Cam presents The Show Goes On, talking all things taboo around ageing, while BAM Arts’ new work Aspect Within is a joyful dance and theatre show breaking down stereotypes related to disability. Learn, laugh and share stories of empowerment.
For those eager to explore our beautiful bayside city in a new light, there are plenty of free activities. Take part in South Side Sea Soak on Saturday, May 11, for a chilly dip in the bay, celebrating the centenary of the Frankston Life Saving Club. Stroll through Neon Fields at Beauty Park, adorned with neon sculptures and featuring a magical soundscape. Walk through George Pentland Gardens to experience Bird Child Spirit, an auditory delight featuring the voices of students from Seaford Primary School imitating the sounds of birds.
Anticipate the unexpected at South Side. With more than 40 events, it’s time to embark on this adventure. Tickets are available now at southsidefestival.com.au or scan the QR code for more information.
The film Her Sound, Her Story features conversations with more than 45 women from the Australian music industry, including Tina Arena, Julia Stone, Jen Cloher and Renee Geyer.
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