Live Performances

**Welcome to 'GENESIS' - The Generative AI Filmmaking Networking Event!** ***THIS MAY BE A LIMITED EVENT - PLEASE MAKE SURE TO RSVP.*** This group is for individuals interested in exploring the intersection of generative AI technology and movie making. Whether you're a filmmaker eager to discuss movie production, a technician looking to collaborate, or simply wishing to learn more and discuss AI in film, this group is for you! Join us at the Emporium food court (located behind Grill’d Burger Restaurant in the CBD, not near Melbourne Station) to discuss AI technologies, workflows, productions, AI ethics, government responsibility and more. After 7pm, we continue the evening with Happy Hour drinks at a nearby bar and a chance to grab dinner together. Feel free to bring friends interested in AI filmmaking; it’s a great way to introduce new faces to our expanding network. RSVP to help us gauge attendance and become part of a growing network of film professionals and enthusiasts. Though the event begins in the afternoon, the relationships you build here can last well into the night and beyond. At 7 PM, we move to The Carlton Club, a five-minute walk away, where we continue networking in a more formal rooftop setting over drinks and food. This change of venue offers an ideal environment to keep conversations flowing. We want to foster a supportive network for creativity, film and television production, and collaboration between the world of cinema and AI. Connect with like-minded individuals and explore the exciting world of generative AI filmmaking together at GENESIS.

A new venue for another amazing dining experience, shared with great company. Nothing beats a popular Hot Pot (Malatang) after a long day in weather like this. Looking forward to meeting you all soon. Address: David's Master Pot 大味麻辣烫 [1408/462 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000](https://maps.google.com/maps?vet=10CAAQoqAOahcKEwjg8c7hqNuUAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQCA..i&rlz=1C5CHFA_enAU1053AU1053&pvq=Cg0vZy8xMWZrMXJkYjY4IhQKDkRhdmlkJ3MgSG90cG90EAIYAw&lqi=Cg5EYXZpZCdzIEhvdHBvdCIDiAEBSMjR2JvErYCACFoWEAAQARgAIg5kYXZpZCdzIGhvdHBvdJIBEmhvdF9wb3RfcmVzdGF1cmFudJoBRENpOURRVWxSUVVOdlpFTm9kSGxqUmpsdlQycENNMUZ0VFhSU2JIQllXREJ2ZDJSVVRYbGhWRXBvWWxkNFZFMVlZeEFC-gEECAAQNg&fvr=1&cs=1&um=1&ie=UTF-8&fb=1&gl=au&sa=X&ftid=0x6ad65d5f66a89133:0xa4f034d78471cb2a) https://davidsmasterpot.com.au/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=google_business_profile

**WELCOME! BEM-VINDOS!** Join us at our Open Session! Come and play Brazilian Samba drums with us! Meet new people, learn new skills, enjoy this awesome culture! All experience levels welcome! **Bloco 3K** is Melbourne's biggest samba carnival drum and dance crew. Our mission is to promote and share our love of Brazilian music and culture, whilst making loads of noise, and having some fun . These drumming sessions are taught by Rob Arcari and members of Bloco 3K. **WHAT** Come and play drums with us! We play all the drums and percussion you might expect in one of Rio's Samba Schools - Surdo, Caixa, Repique, Tamborim, Chocalho, Agogô, Timbal etc **WHAT YOU NEED** All the drums are provided **WHEN** We rehearse every Tuesday evening at 6:30PM (We open our doors to newcomers at these Open Sessions - one week of the month) **WHERE** North Melbourne Community Center **COST** Your first session is just $10. After that they're $30 each week, or just $60 for the month. [Secure your spot using our eventbrite link](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/brazilian-samba-drumming-workshop-melbourne-all-levels-welcome-tickets-1573928595799) **RATHER DANCE?** We also run Samba dance classes too, with Open Sessions also on the first Tuesday of the month. Check our other events details. Any questions then shoot us a message. Looking forward to playing with you soon!! **WHO** Led by two pioneers of Australian Samba, you’re in expert hands as you enjoy your Samba journey with Bloco 3K. Founder and Mestre de Bateria, Rob Arcari, leads the drum team, while Rainha de Bateria and Dance Director, Denise Kayan, heads up the dance element. Mestre Rob has been at the forefront of the Melbourne Samba scene for the past decade. As the Mestre de Bateria for both Bloco 3K (Melbourne) and Unidos da Cacatua (the largest samba project in Australia and New Zealand), he brings a wealth of experience and passion. Since 2017, he has made an annual pilgrimage to Rio, parading with numerous Escolas de Samba. A regular ritmista with Imperatriz Leopoldinense and Acadêmicos da Rocinha, he has also paraded with Paraiso da Tuiuti, Império da Tijuca, Estacio de Sá, and many other schools. Denise Kayan is one of Australia’s most accomplished samba dancers. Locally, she serves as Rainha de Bateria and Dance Coordinator for Bloco 3K, as well as Director of Dance for Unidos da Cacatua. Denise is well-known in Rio, where she has been a passista with Vila Isabel since 2020 and previously with Mocidade from 2017 to 2019. She has held prestigious titles such as Rainha da Escola and Princesa da Bateria at Unidos da Ponte, in addition to various Musa positions at numerous schools. With her extensive experience, Denise is adept at commanding attention and leading with confidence in front of a bateria. Come and share in our passion! We look forward to having you as a part of it.

*🎮 Play games. Make friends 🎲* Make new mates every Tuesday night at Team Up Tuesdays: A fun, social gaming night at Fortress. Hosted in our Tavern, you can enjoy friendly team-based games in a welcoming, social environment. **The Games 🕹️** After checking in with our host, you'll be sorted into one of two teams. These two teams will go head-to-head across 3 rounds of casual games every week! **The Prizes 🏆** \- Fun prizes for everyone on the winning team \- Spot prizes throughout the night **The Venue 🍻** Held in our Tavern, you can enjoy hot food and cold drinks in a fun fantasy setting. *See you next Tuesday!* **TERMS & CONDITIONS** * *Fortress Melbourne is a licensed venue, and as such, a valid ID is required and checked upon entrance to the premises.* * *Unaccompanied minors are not permitted in the venue at any time. Please make sure any guests under 18 are accompanied by a responsible adult at all times.* * *Minors are not allowed in the venue past 8:00 pm* * *No outside food or drinks.* *More information on valid forms of identification and Fortress' minors policy can be found here: [www.fortress.games/minors/](https://www.fortress.games/minors/)*

Hey Shower Singers! Meet us at our new venue the Craftsman's Corner (*313 Lygon St, Brunswick East*) **Please Note:** ACCESS to our rehearsal room requires walking up 2 flights of stairs - there is no lift. You can rock up and and register at the door, or contact us prior if you wish [via our website](https://beyondthebathroom.org/contact-us). We are in person or online, 7.30-9.30pm on Tuesdays. Casual attendance fees are $20 and $15 concession. If it's your first time, please come early so we can give you everything you need for a fun choir session! Looking forward to singing with you soon, BTB

Join me for a relaxed evening at Cirque du Soleil KOOZA in Melbourne. KOOZA is a Big Top circus show by Cirque du Soleil, combining acrobatics, humour, live performance, colour, music, and dramatic circus atmosphere. It follows the journey of “The Innocent” through a strange and playful world, with a mix of high-energy circus acts and theatrical storytelling. We’ll meet at Flemington Racecourse Train Station at 6:45pm, then walk together toward the gates and get seated before the 7:30pm show. This is a casual, low-pressure meetup. You’re welcome to come solo, say hello, and enjoy the show with the group. There’s no pressure to be highly social during the event, especially once we’re inside and the performance begins. Everyone must buy their own ticket in advance. After the show, anyone who wants to continue the evening can join for an optional dinner or food stop nearby, depending on what people feel like on the night. **Links** Meetup start point: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/cTxWs1X7ahs4sjFr7](https://maps.app.goo.gl/cTxWs1X7ahs4sjFr7) Event / tickets: [https://www.cirquedusoleil.com/australia/melbourne/kooza/buy-tickets](https://www.cirquedusoleil.com/australia/melbourne/kooza/buy-tickets) **Rough timeline** - 6:45pm — Meet at Flemington Racecourse Train Station - \~7:00pm — Start walking toward the gates and get seated - 7:30pm — Show starts - \~9:35pm — Show ends - 9:45pm — Meetup officially ends - Afterwards — Optional dinner / food stop for anyone interested **Tickets** Everyone must buy their own ticket in advance. Please make sure you book the Wednesday, 3 June 2026, 7:30pm KOOZA performance in Melbourne. You do not need to sit in the exact same section as me or others, but if people book similar areas, we may be able to meet before the show, during the interval, and afterwards. My row/seat is M / 9. **What to bring** - Your ticket - Myki / transport card if travelling by public transport - Comfortable clothes for sitting through the show - A light jacket, depending on the weather - Money/card for snacks, drinks, or optional food afterwards **Important notes** - Please arrive on time so we can walk to the gates and get seated without rushing. - The official show duration is listed as around 125 minutes, including intermission. - Outside food and drinks may not be permitted within the gates, so plan accordingly. - Flash photography and live streaming are not allowed during the show. - The show may include loud noises, flashing lights, and moments with no lighting. - If you are running late, please message in the Meetup app. **Other info** This event should suit anyone who enjoys live performance, circus, theatre, acrobatics, creative shows, or just wants to try something different on a weeknight. You’re welcome to leave straight after the show if needed. The dinner afterwards is completely optional.

Join us for a beautiful night of live music, relaxed vibes and cosy boho atmosphere at Boho Lounge & Boutique ✨ Celebrate the long weekend with the talented Connie Leander performing live on Saturday 6th June from 7pm–10pm. Settle in by the open fire, enjoy great food, cocktails, beer, pale ale and cider on tap, and soak up an evening of good music, good people and good energy in our hidden gem space in Bentleigh. Whether you’re looking for a relaxed night out, dinner with friends or somewhere warm and welcoming to unwind, Boho is the perfect place to spend your Saturday evening. Bookings recommended. 📍171 Jasper Rd Bentleigh

# **Saturday, June 20, 2026** **Beginners’ Session 1:30 to 2:00 PM** **Dancing 2:00 to 4:30 PM** **Band: Gem City Revelers** **Caller: David Mould** **You are invited to join us for dinner at Olive and Lime (in the church’s back parking lot) after the dance.** **Location: First Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Road, Columbus, OH 43214.** **Cost is $10 for adults, $5 ages 12-25.** **New to dancing? A beginners’ session, from 1:30 to 2:00 PM, will get you started. You will learn some basic figures that will be repeated in the afternoon’s dances. All dances will be taught and no partner is needed. Dancing is from 2:00 to 4:30 PM.** **Please bring your own refillable water bottle.** **All Soles Dance upcoming dance dates are, as follows:** **July 25, 2026–Summer Potluck and Dance** **No August Dance** **September 26, 2026** **October 17, 2026** **November 21, 2026** **December 19, 2026** **Visit our website at: https://firstuucolumbus.org/connection/all-soles/**

The topic for June is "Roadtrip" Speak Easy: true stories, told live. The idea is simple: an audience, an open microphone, and great stories. Hilarious, gripping, poignant- it's up to you. Audiences are invited to come to listen or come to tell as folks from all corners of Columbus offer their stories live on stage! Held at Wild Goose Creative's warm, intimate space, this night of tales occurs on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Doors open at 6:30 pm, show starts at 7:00 pm. Please arrive early if you want to tell, as we generally only have room for a limited number of tellers, and the sign-up sheet has a tendency to fill up fast. Formed around the idea that people need stories--they're what hold and draw us together--SpeakEasy celebrates the strangeness and commonness of being human. And in a world of smartphones, Facebook, Twitter, and more . . . it gives people a real, breathing, in-person way to connect. The night is geared for true stories of all kinds, taking the best tales told around kitchen tables, in darkened pubs, on the street corner, and at late-night parties and giving them an audience. Speak Easy is also a great outlet for performers, writers, and artists looking to share their favorite stories and perfect their skills. We strongly encourage tellers to please tell the story rather than read it so we keep within the spirit of good storytelling and stay engaged with the audience. All are welcome. Hang around after the show for a drink and build community!

Join us as we get together to see Paul Rudd in the latest comedy-drama-musical from John Carney, POWER BALLAD! The film follows a washed-up wedding singer, a fading boy band singer and a stolen hit song. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: Rick, a washed-up wedding singer, and Danny, a fading boy band star, bond over music and a late-night jam session. When Danny turns Rick's song into a hit, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves. Power Ballad is written/directed by John Carney, the master of the modern musical and creative mind behind Once, Begin Again and Sing Street! It stars Paul Rudd, Nick Jonas, Peter McDonald, Marcella Plunkett, Havana Rose Liu and Jack Reynor. BUZZ & ACCLAIM: The film premiered to rave reviews at this year’s Dublin International Film Festival where critics call it “a sure-fired crowd-pleaser” that “just might be the feel-good hit of the year!” Others say, “Paul Rudd delivers a career-best performance in this charmer” that’s both “hilarious and deeply moving." The film continues John Carney’s “long run of success with yet another charmer” and “a sharp, hopeful crowd-pleaser that strikes the right notes!” SUMMER OF ICE CREAM, VOL 2: SHAKE NO. 8! Ranked the #1 Ice Cream Shop in Columbus, this is a perfect early stop on our Summer of Ice Cream! Their menu uses made-from-scratch recipes in an array of traditional, specialty and vegan shakes, hot cocoa, crepes, waffle sticks, specialty coffee & espresso, and more! Their specialty shakes are as delicious as they are over-the-top and they offer an extensive vegan menu! You can check out their full menu here: [https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php](https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php) PLAN: Please purchase your ticket for the 6:45pm showing and we’ll meet in the upstairs lobby between 6:25 and 6:35pm! Advance ticket purchase is advised for this opening night showing! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments section of this event. We'll head to nearby Shake No. 8 immediately following the show! Should be a fun one, Dan