PERFORMING ARTS ARCHIVE
Tzigane
3 September 2010
Dark or light, good or evil, clever or stupid - the music still has to be beautiful... Tzigane brings together the bittersweet acoustic gypsy-folk music of Eastern Europe and South America in a tight-knit ensemble.
!Venga Ginga Flamenca! by Flamenco Areti & Caliente
27 & 29 August 2010
Music from the streets of the world meets flamenco in a passionate celebration of music, song and dance! For the first time, the dynamic performers from Flamenco Areti and the sensational musicians from Caliente will come together to showcase the thrilling music and dance of Brazil and Spain.
S.o.V.
7 August 2010
S.o.V. blends instruments from diverse genres and origins with the melodic and mesmerising Ukrainian Bandura. The result is a soundscape of global components, best categorised as "east meets everything else".
The Fiddle Chicks
30 July 2010
Discover a powerful fusion of female vocals, fiddle music and rhythm! With their unique minimalist sound, The Fiddle Chicks started out as a musical experiment and have proven themselves to be one of SA's most endearing folk acts.
The Best Of The Sax Pack
24 July 2010
"World famous in New Zealand", The Adelaide Sax Pack always puts on a fabulous show, full of surprises, inappropriate costumes and sophisticated - or occasionally silly - arrangements of not-so classic songs. The whole family will enjoy this new "Best Of" show!
Ziggi Diagne (from WA)
23 July 2010
A musician and dancer extraordinaire, Senegalese-born Ziggi Mabeye Diagne is the former percussionist, dancer and choreographer for world music icon Baaba Maal, and has mastered the art of traditional and contemporary music and dance.
Soaring Strings of the Silk Road: China, Persia, Kashmir & Syria
16 July 2010
Take a magical musical journey along the Silk Road, with five unique instruments - Gu Zheng, Kashmiri Santoor, Persian Setar, Arabic Oud and Afghan Tar - that capture the traditional and transcendental sounds of the deserts, mountains and plains.
Choka Block by The Laughing Samoans (from NZ)
9 July 2010
Choka Block is the latest offering from The Laughing Samoans, one of New Zealand's most successful comedy duos. Fun for the whole family!
Feu la Mère de Madame (Madam's Mother is Dead) by Alliance Française Adelaide
23, 25 & 26 June 2010
Alliance Française Adelaide brings Georges Feydeau's hilarious comedy to the stage, performing in French with English surtitles. Francophiles will love this tale of the argumentative Lucien and his wife Yvonne - French farce at its fabulous best!
Transit Lounge: Strings
17-19 June 2010
Three nights of sensational strings!
Thursday 17 June - Alan Posselt:
Alan Posselt, Australia's finest sitarist, is a giant among musicians, with an international reputation for virtuosic performances and boundless understanding of Hindustani classical music. Alan's early training was with Ustad Allaudhin Khan, Ravi Shankar's teacher, whose influence endowed him with a rich foundation for his own evolving style. Alan Posselt will perform at Nexus Cabaret with visiting tabla maestro, Siddhartha Roy Chowdhury.
"[H]e project[s] his thoughts, devotion to perfection ... and mastery over the instrument." The Times of India
Friday 18 June - Celestial Echoes by Siobhan Owen:
16 year-old Siobhan Owen was voted "Most Outstanding Emerging Talent" at the 2009 SA Folk Awards and performed to great acclaim at Adelaide Fringe 2010. Welsh-born Siobhan turns her haunting soprano voice and delicate harp playing to Celestial Echoes, a repertoire of traditional Celtic songs.
Saturday 19 June - Sizzling Strings by Bruce Mathiske:
Experience the guitar wizardry of acclaimed virtuoso Bruce Mathiske, whose ability to play bass, rhythm and melody simultaneously has led to standing ovations around the world. Be captivated as Bruce explores various musical styles including Flamenco, African, Latin, Gypsy, jazz, Celtic, swing, country and funk. Sizzling Strings also features the distinct style of ukulele dynamo Greg Young.
A Burlesque Cabaret by Peaches 'n' Gin Burlesque
12 June 2010
Experience some high society variety with Peaches 'n' Gin Burlesque! This cocktail of burlesque, vaudeville comedy, jazz and cabaret will satisfy your naughty side... Starring Adelaide's own Luna Eclipse and Sapphire Snow, A Burlesque Cabaret will showcase a range of home-brewed talent. So dust off your top hat and enjoy the risqué soiree!
Burlesquology presented by Dr Sketchy's Anti-Art School Adelaide
9-11 June 2010
Join Anti-Art Mistress, Miss Direction, and her pick of Adelaide's beauties for a 'study' of burlesque. Combining drawing with performance, discover the art class your mother warned you about! This Cabaret Fringe, class is in session - BYO sketchpads!
Lisette & Her Faux Manouches
3 & 4 June 2010
Lisette & Her Faux Manouches present songs of love, longing and romantic triumph from Paris, Memphis, Stockholm, Lutsk and other far flung places. Saucy vocalist Lisette is backed by a swinging 5-piece band in the tradition of 1930s and 40s French Gypsy-jazz ensembles.
"****1/2 An overall presentation that could be from one of the best European cabarets" The Advertiser
Akoustic Odyssey
21 May 2010
Akoustic Odyssey is Adelaide's most innovative 7-piece band. With a rich and eclectic tapestry of instruments and influences, Akoustic Odyssey will take you on a journey through rock, baroque, Latin, jazz, funk, Mediterranean and Middle-Eastern music.
"Their sound is unique and their energy is infectious" Jan Foreman, Infolkus
WHO'S THAT CHIK? by Candy Bowers
20 May 2010
A Kultour Touring Event. The true story of performer Candy Bowers, WHO'S THAT CHIK? combines hot beats and fiery rhymes with comedy, Broadway and classic storytelling. Using hip hop, video and pop culture, Candy reaches out to new audiences, bridging cultural and theatrical divides.
"She has charmed audiences across Australia..." Sydney Morning Herald
Winner, Best Performance Award, Melbourne Fringe 2009
The 2010 tour of WHO'S THAT CHIK? is supported by Kultour, an initiative of the Australia Council, and has been developed in partnership with Nexus Multicultural Arts (a Kultour Company Member).
Monkey Puzzle Tree
19 May 2010
Monkey Puzzle Tree is a dynamic local ensemble playing original post-romantic music that recently performed at WOMADelaide. Ethereal melodies mingle with striking rhythms to create a musical soundscape that is rich, capricious and complex.
The Bearded Gypsy Band & Nice Verdes
14 May 2010
The Bearded Gypsy Band is a fresh young act with fast and furious musical influences including Celtic, jazz, blues, Gypsy and roots. Featuring talented locals Kiah Gossner (bass), Tom Boehm (mandolin, violin) and Tom Kneebone (guitar, tin whistle).
Drawing inspiration from Cuba to West Africa and beyond, Nice Verdes plays original world roots music. Using accordion, Cuban tres, guitar, piano, Indian shruti box, harmonicas and vocals, Nice Verdes creates music that is sunny and uplifting.
Flamenco Puro by Flamenco Areti, with special guest Fernando Mira
1 May 2010
Enjoy Flamenco at its steamy, unadulterated best! Flamenco Areti is one of Australia's most exciting and dynamic flamenco ensembles, with a brilliant line-up of musicians and dancers. Special guest star Fernando Mira is one of Australia's hottest male dancers.
Café Théâtre de l'Alliance Française
29 & 30 April 2010
As part of its centenary celebrations, Alliance Française returns to Nexus Cabaret to present its 24th season of French language cabaret with an entertaining mixture of songs and sketches. Voilà! Une soirée mémorable!
Zulya and the Children of the Underground
24 April 2010
Nexus Multicultural Arts presents ARIA Award-winning Zulya and the Children of the Underground, a Kultour touring event.
Zulya and the Children of the Underground creates melancholy, beauty and drama while weaving through a dazzling combination of musical styles. Originally from Tatarstan, Zulya is familiar to Australian audiences as a performer of traditional and original music derived from her Tatar and Russian cultural background.
Supported by popular local act Golonka.
This presentation of Zulya and the Children of the Underground is proudly supported by Kultour, an initiative of the Australia Council for the Arts. This 2010 Tour has been developed in partnership with Nexus Multicultural Arts (a Kultour Company Member).
A Burlesque Eggstravaganza by Peaches 'n' Gin Burlesque
16 April 2010
Treat yourself to an exotic Easter feast with Peaches 'n' Gin Burlesque - Adelaide's favourite Burlesque duo! Enjoy a show filled with traditional tease, vaudeville comedy, jazzy singing and a little bit of swing, all with a holiday twist.
Nunga Music Showcase
9-17 April 2010
Enjoy a series of public contemporary music showcases by local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander performers, including Eddie Peters, Corey Theatre, Warren Milera, Nancy Bates and Robert Champion. This project is supported by Tandanya and The Adelaide City Council.
Friday 9 April - Adelaide Central Markets
Saturday 10 April - Rundle Mall
Friday 16 April - South Australian Museum Lawns
Saturday 17 April - Nunga Music Night at Nexus Cabaret
Thursday 15 April - Human Rights Arts and Film Festival Fundraiser: Screening of "Sacred Ground" by Kim Mavromantis
The film Sacred Ground documents four years of Quenten Agius's struggle to save the ancient Black Point burial ground and other cultural sites under threat from development.
Event includes Q&A session with the director, Kim Mavromantis, and a silent auction to help raise funds for the Human Rights Arts and Film Festival.
Transit Lounge: Percussion
8-10 April 2010
Three nights of energetic percussion!
Thursday 8 April - ThWack Percussion Ensemble:
Four talented, experienced percussionists turn their hands to a variety of tuned and un-tuned percussion instruments, creating raw, edgy rhythms coupled with delicate melodies.
Friday 9 April - African Percussion:
Join a group of exciting African-Australian performers as they trace the African spirit on its long journey to the land down under. This event is presented by the Multicultural Communities Council of SA, with support from the Department of Families and Communities.
Saturday 10 April - Matsuri Taiko Percussion:
The dynamic Japanese drumming group Matsuri Taiko never fail to excite with their blend of choreographed movements and pulsating rhythms, demonstrating the sheer strength and power of Taiko drumming.
Silk Road: "Sounds of the Sufis" CD Launch
25 March 2010
Take a musical journey to the heart and soul of the timeless Silk Road trading route, and celebrate the launch of Inderjit Singh's new CD, Sounds of the Sufis. Enjoy a soulful evening of sufi ghazals (love poetry songs) performed by Inderjit on the harmonium, accompanied by Jay Dabgar on tablas, Josh Bennett on sitar and dilruba and Keith Preston on santoor.
West Side Stories - Nexus 2010 Fringe Program
11 February - 14 March 2010
- "From Chekhov With Love" by Adelaide Russian Theatre (Nexus Cabaret)
- "Violet Rapscallion" by Bird Wizdom (Nexus Cabaret)
- "CARMEN" by Yasmine Amber Flamenco (Nexus Cabaret)
- "Brilliant Creatures from Planet Fringe" by The Imagineers (Nexus Cabaret)
- "Ghana In Groove" by The Damushi Ensemble (Nexus Cabaret)
- "Celestial Echoes" by Siobhan Owen (Nexus Cabaret)
- "The Grind Show" by Nexus Multicultural Arts (Nexus Cabaret)
- "An Awkward Seduction" by The Secret Refuge for Wayward Beauties (Nexus Cabaret)
Also appearing at Nexus Cabaret during the 2010 Adelaide Fringe will be The Caliente Trio, Cypher Sapiens, Ekata: Music Voice Dance, Matsuri Taiko and Three Men Six Arms.
The full West Side Stories program can be viewed online at nexusfringe.wordpress.com
Nexus 2010 Fringe Showcase
30 January 2010
For more information on the West Side Stories program, check out nexusfringe.wordpress.com
Vardos and The Bearded Gypsy Band
22 January 2010
The Bearded Gypsy Band is a fresh young act featuring talented locals Tom Boehm (mandolin and violin), Kiah Gossner (bass) and Tom Kneebone (guitar and tin whistle).
Organic Roots
5 December 2009
Fronted by Nigerian-born talent Moore Black, Organic Roots fuses a vibrant mix of Samba, Calypso and Reggae with a portion of Dub and Nyabingi (African drumbeats, chanting, rap & spoken word) for a dynamic, energetic stage show that keeps audiences dancing!
S.o.V.
4 December 2009
S.o.V. re-interprets traditional Ukrainian folk music, incorporating contemporary instrumentation, global beats and grooves from exotic instruments to create powerful, emotive and dynamic music.
The Inaugural Nexus Guitar World Cup
14 November 2009
Five exciting guitarists representing Spain and Brazil face off in a spectacular musical grand final at the Inaugural Nexus Guitar World Cup! Featuring Aloysius Leeson and Florian on the Spanish team, and The Caliente Guitar Trio (Mike Bevan, Alain Valodze and Dylan Woolcock) representing Brazil.
Gypsy Crims
13 November
The Gypsy Crims are an exciting, up-and-coming Melbourne-based duo performing original, infectious Gypsy Flamenco music composed by guitarist Orlando and accompanied on the cajon by Michael Kontachristos.
Music of the Silk Road
12 November 2009
The magical Silk Road region winds through soaring mountains and majestic plains, past ancient cities and desert oases. Take a journey to the heart and soul of this region with timeless music that crosses from Europe to Asia - from the songs of Sufi mystics with their hypnotic resonance, to the rhythmic folk songs of Afghanistan and the Punjab.
Dada Nii and the Damushi Ensemble
7 November 2009
Dada Nii and the Damushi Ensemble inspire audiences with their traditional West African drumming rhythms and acoustic songs layered with glorious harmonies, impressive sax solos and Latin / jazz overtones. Experience an African musical celebration like no other!
Sol Nation
24 October 2009
Take a musical melting pot, add Reggae, a dash of East Timorese folk song, a sprinkle of Latin dance and some Afro-Beat. Let it settle and taste... Sol Nation! More than just a band, Sol Nation is a meeting of nations and cultures - East Timorese, Indigenous and Australian.
Bird Wizdom Album Launch
23 October 2009
Come one, come all to the launch of Bird Wizdom's first album, Eclection, a stunningly colossal train wreck of circusesque honky-tonk piano, soaring vocals, delicate ukulele and much more!
Expresiones
17 October 2009
Merging Latin American instruments like the haunting Andean Sikus (panpipes), the melodic Kena (Andean flute), the Colombian Tiple (12 string guitar) and the 10 string Andean Charango with keyboard, guitar, bass and drums, Expresiones has created a vibrant, fresh sound!
Realisticx
26 September 2009
Traditional African melodies with a hip-hop beat and a little bit of Aussie accent... Featuring F.I and D-Ride, with guest performances by Phatty MC ft D.T.C, Mores B, MC Frost, Bert Yanna, Kay-MO & DJ Escalade.
Olayo Jimenez
19 - 20 September 2009
Olayo Jimenez, direct from Spain!
Olayo Jimenez was born in Spain into a Gypsy family of flamenco singers, dancers and basket (canasteros) makers. His Grandmother "La Milia" was a flamenco singer and friend of the great Carmen Amaya with whom she shared the stage when together they made their debut in Barcelona.
CypherSapiens
12 September 2009
Nexus Cabaret presents the Cultural Infusion touring show, Cypher Sapiens. A unique performance of contemporary Hip-Hop dance in an engaging narrative of culture and creative discovery.
Alan Posselt
22 August 2009
An intimate evening of classical Sitar accompanied on Tablas by Jay Dabgar
'The deep understanding of Hindustani Classical music that Alan Posselt has is enviable... Alan played an uncommon raga Barwa which is never heard on the sitar. Not only was he successful but he could also project his thoughts, devotion to perfection of ragdari and mastery over the instrument.' -The Times of India, Bombay
Meraki Big Band
28 August 2009
A Musical Odyssey around the Mediterranean with The Meraki Big Band -Island music of the Aegean and urban blues music of Asia Minor and Greece.
Enchanted Winterland
9 August 2009
Heaven at the End of the World
25 July 2009
This is an all-ages family event, alcohol free and all proceeds from ticket sales go directly to the performers.
Music of the Silk Road
30 July 2009
Join us for a timeless musical journey to the heart and soul of music that crosses from Europe to Asia.
The magical music of this region winds and turns through soaring mountains and majestic plains, past grand ancient cities and desert oasis. From Sufi mystic songs with their ambient and hypnotic resonance through to rhythmic folk songs of the Afghan & Punjab towns. A beautiful blend of heart melting vocals spine tingling instrumentals and mind-bending rhythms embellished with masterful improvisations.
THE BROTHAHOOD (Melbourne)
31 July - 1 August 2009
Australia's renowned Muslim hip-hop group, The Brothahood's gritty sonic landscapes represent a growing global music movement that has created a stir from the streets of London, New York, Paris & Tehran.
These five young Australian rappers use hip-hop as a tool to smash down stereotypes and misconceptions of 'Muslims in the West', creating a whole new theme to the Australian hip-hop scene whilst maintaining hip-hop's core essence: taught and intelligent rhymes and production skills that are sharp and always on point. The Brothahood's message of inclusion and self empowerment have struck a chord with not only the hip hop community but also the greater Australian society.
Both dates are alcohol free events.
Friday 31 July 8pm (Over 18's only)
Saturday 1 August 7pm-10pm (Under 18's only)
Presented in partnership with Blue Light Disco SA
Monkey Puzzle Tree
16 July 2009
Listen to the Tree at their MySpace site
Read an interview with the band's percussionist, Matt Gorgula
Mehr Ensemble
17 - 19 July 2009
Transit Lounge
9, 10 & 11 July 2009
Thursday 9th July - Europe Chispa Flamenca is acclaimed guitarist Aloysius Leeson and dancer Kristy Manuel, united by their passion for presenting high quality, authentic flamenco. Following the Spanish sophistication, gypsy group Golonka, will sweep you into an intoxicating haze of sensual European dance music and warming winter waltzes.
Friday 10th July - South America Rafa Godoy performs a set from his latest album, an homage to his grandfather, the legendary Colombian composer Rafael Godoy. A rare chance to experience a genuine South American music dynasty. Caliente performs Samba, Choro, Tango, Latin and Baiao blended with Jazz improvisation, original arrangements and compositions. Caliente's fluid line up can include flute, cavaquinho, pandeiro, mandolin and percussion.
Saturday 11th July - Asia Japanese drumming group Matsuri Taiko was formed in 2003 by Elder Conservatorium percussion students. In 2007, this accomplished group developed their skills in Japan and have since performed at many Australian festivals including the OzAsia Moon Lantern Festival. Shakuhachi player Mark Barnett will join them to perform the timeless music of Japanese wandering Zen monks - Honkyoku and Min'yo folk tunes. Shakuhachi music carries you into peaceful, healing and refreshing spaces.
Sumardi
25 June 2009
Tales from a faraway Towne
18 June 2009
Meraki Big Band
19 June Friday 8pm
Martin Rappeneau
13 June 2009
Don't miss one of France's most original and seductive new talents, on his first Australian tour!
Martin grew up listening to delicate and moving scores written by Michel Legrand for his father, the film-maker Jean-Paul Rappeneau. While studying law, he honed his performing and composing skills by playing piano and singing in Parisian piano bars. Also a fan of Californian music and pop in the wider sense, Martin's places himself in the romantic tradition of the great French melodists, although sometimes tinted with funky accents. Often describing his music as 'amorous glimpses of fragments of life', Martin has made a name for himself throughout France with skilful, poetic melodies and his shy yet seductive stage presence.
Listen to excerpts from Martin's 3 albums (through Universal Music) at:
Martin's official website
MySpace
YouTube
Akoustic Odyssey
28 May 2009
"They are crucial evidence of the treasure trove of musical genius we are blessed with in South Australia. Each of the vigorous compositions displayed fine balance and highly enjoyable melodies"
David Jobling, Independant Weekly
Akoustic Odyssey are Adelaide's own original, instrumental and eclectic seven piece band. Their rich and eclectic tapestry of music is a feast for your musical soul. With an original blend of instruments and musical flavours, they will take you on a journey, an odyssey, through Rock, Baroque, Latin, Jazz, Mediterranean and Medieval music.
Comprised of Joshua Tsounis' and Stephan Richter's original compositions, Akoustic Odyssey's music has built the septet a solid fan base in their home town of Adelaide, South Australia.
Their live performances and original CD releases have been met with high praise and critical acclaim. The band received a nomination for the "Most Oustanding Group" in the 2008 SA Folk Federation awards and in 2006 were awarded the "People's Choice" award for their succesful performances during the 2006 Fringe.
2009 sees the band taking their music to the next level with the inclusion of Akoustic Odyssey in the line ups for 2009 WOMADelaide, Adelaide Fringe Family Fun Weekend and the National Folk Festival in Canberra. A forthcoming interstate tour and recording of their 3rd CD are in the pipeline for 2009 and what promises to be a successful and busy year ahead!
Teuila Postcards
29 & 30 May 2009
Teuila Postcards is a tongue in cheek look at the oppression and evolution of an island. In a remarkable fusion of traditional Polynesian and contemporary dance theatre, three tourists journey to a fantasy island expecting an exotic, blissful, dreamlike holiday. Brisbane based dance ensemble Polytoxic Dance Company unveil the cultural reality of Polynesia with an episodic ride of postcard-like vignettes. Mix in bright gorgeous costumes and frame each image with a clever, ever-changing set, and you have Polytoxic's holiday postcard to you from Samoa. Presented in association with Kultour and Come Out!
Western Creation
22 May 2009
Members of the Noongar tribe and the Bibbulmann clan, Western Creation are one of the most inspiring Indigenous groups currently performing. Western Creation promotes reconciliation and understanding beetween all people in Australia. Using many aspects of Aboriginal culture, including dance, music, song, art and history, Western Creation bring Australia's Indigenous people into the hearts and minds of their audience
Café Theatre
24 May 2009
Alliance Française returns to Nexus to presents its 23rd season. Performing both original material and songs/texts taken from the vast French cabaret repertoire, the Café-Theatre team, all local French language performers, guarantee "une soirée memorable".
Lisette & Her Faux Manouches
14 May 2009
Lisette & Her Faux Manouches present songs of love, longing and romantic triumph from Paris, Memphis, Stockholm, Lutsk and other far flung places. Vocalist Lisette (aka Cat Lawrence) has toured the country and internationally as a singer/dancer with hit musicals Cats and Les Miserables. In London she performed in the West End production of Chicago with Ute Lemper, Joel Grey and Chita Rivera. Lisette is backed by a swinging 5-piece band in the tradition of the 1930 and 40s French gypsy-jazz ensembles. "A genuine tour de force. Les Faux Manouches are hot and Le belle Lisette is par excellence." Steve Davenport, The Program "Lisette held the eager audience in the Bakehouse in the palm of her hand" Fran Edwards, Adelaide Theatre Guide
Mods vs Rockers
16 May 2009
In 1964, 2 youth subcultures appeared - The Rockers, with their macho biker gang image, black leather jackets, slick back hair and Rock & Roll, and The Mods with scooter-driving sophistication, tailor-made suits and a passion for R&B, Soul and Ska An All-Star cast featuring: The Green Circles , The Saucermen, The Phonics & DJ Ol' Skool Andy
Damushi Ensemble
23 April 2009
Dada Nii Okwabi has been a musician since the age of eight. He is a professional drummer, singer, dancer and teacher and is well-known in his native country of Ghana, West Africa and his new home, Australia. The Damushi Ensemble led by Dada Nii plays traditional acoustic West African drumming rhythms and songs that depict the rich cultural life of West African communities. Using a range of percussion instruments, conmined with beautiful harmonies, and inspired western instrument solos (with sax, trombone and bass guitar), The Damushi Ensemble have audiences grooving to the sounds of West African music and leave them begging for more.
Music of the Silk Road
30 April 2009
Silk Road Music Project is supported by MRC Arts and as its name suggests brings together musicians from diverse regions that travel along the famous and ancient silk & spice trading route that runs from Europe to Asia. This month's Silk Road performance features talented singers and musicians from Afghanistan, Indian, Persian, Iraqi & Western traditions working together and presenting folk, devotional and fusion compositions. 'Mesmerising and hauntingly beautiful music with soul'.
An Evening of the Blues
9 May 2009
Let yourself be delivered from your modern woes and into a late-night New York City blues club, featuring former Australian Blues Ambassador James Meston, SA Blues drummer of the year Rob Eyers, and former Cold Chisel Harmonica player Dave Blight.
Djef Djel
2 April 2009
A cross-rhythmic fabric of music and dance celebrating West African culture. With special guest Jali Buba from Melbourne.
Expresiones
9 April 2009
Newly reformed after a 6 year break, Expresiones return to Nexus Cabaret with their Andino funk grooves.
Golonka
16 April 2009
A mixture of klezmer, gypsy and anarchic dance music, Golonka's music shares stories of the earth and the stars, war and peace, love and jealousy and, above all, the lust for life.
Jazz Wrestling
26 March 2009
Duelling in the freshly built Nexus Wrestling Ring, two jazz combos will compete in an improvisational tag-team musical brawl. Not for the faint hearted!
Akoustic Odyssey
22 March 2009
Direct from an outstanding performance at Womad 09, Akoustic Odyssey present an intimate family friendly Nexus event. "They are crucial evidence of the treasure trove of musical genius we are blessed with in South Australia" - David Jobling, Independent Weekly
Global Comedy Club
Adelaide Fringe 2009
So who is the archetypal Aussie, these days? Hosted by the world's funniest Sudanese/Australian stand up, Muj Ahmed, all-Aussie comedians from all over the planet take a light-hearted look at the things that make us different and yet so much the same. A hit at Fringe 08!
Bollywood Dance Club
Adelaide Fringe 2009
Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of Bollywood glamour in a fun and friendly party space. Live dancers and global grooves provide all the inspiration you need to create your own cinematic epic on the dance floor. Heroes, heroines, film lovers and drama queens welcome!
Mujahid Ahmed's On African Time
Adelaide Fringe 2009
The world's funniest Sudanese/Australian stand up, Mujahid Ahmed, takes you on a cultural and spiritual journey into everyday life in Africa. Muj shares his experience of the hilarious clashes that arise from being both African and Australian at the same time.
Menage a Guitar
Friday 12st December 2008
A little taste of the Nexus 2009 program, Menage a Guitar will bring together some of Adelaides finest musicians for this unique event.
Caliente will use 6 and 7 string classical guitars to provide an exotic, acoustic sonority, coupled with arrangements featuring mandolin and cavaquinho, while Aloysius Leeson will add a Latin touch with flamenco, classical & jazz and The Baker Suite (formerly John Baker Suite) will bring us everything from sweet ballads to poppy bosa-nova grooves.
Golonka!
Friday 14th November 2008
Come and join the gypsy party with Golonka! Featuring klezmer, manouche, gypsy and cafe ballads from Eastern and Western Europe
Nexus Variety Concert
8.00pm Saturday 18th October 2008
Come and experience the best of Nexus! A showcase of performances and artworks from Nexus members, both well known and new talents, hosted by Klaus from Berlin Cabaret (AKA Stephen Sheehan). Proceeds will assist in a much needed upgrade of lighting and sound facilities in the Nexus Cabaret Space.
Performers included:Areti - Flamenco dance
Mujahid Ahmed - Stand up comedy
Nayima Hassan - Belly dance
Gillian Hunter & David Corkin - French/Italian folk songs
With artworks from:
Olga Sankey
Tim Shaw
Stephen Skillitzi
Henry Kristall
Dianne Longley
Silvia Stansfield
Pria Mitra
Abbas Mehran
Merrilyn Stock
Julia Anezoula Karpathakis
Drums & Lions
7.30pm Wednesday 10th September 2008
Be transported to East Africa in this unique musical collaboration between Maltese Australian reggae dynamo Nicky Bomba and Ethiopian born Azmari musician Dereb Desalegn.
Dereb specialises in new wave Azmari music - a style that developed when the Azmaris, the wandering ministrels of rural Ethiopia, migrated to inner city Addis Ababa.Combining soul, blues, reggae and Bollywood, with the msucial heritage of Ethiopia's 70 ethnic groups, the Azmaris created a new generation of music.
In Drums and Lions, Dereb and Nicky have stayed true to the Azmari tradition of improvisation and non conformism and developed the music into a new African Austraqlian sound.
A Kultour touring production, produced by Multicultural Arts Victoria in association with Artback NT: Arts Development and Touring.
Global Beats #4: Djef Djel
8pm Friday 15th August 2008
Local outfit Djef Djel bring the rhythmic sounds of West Africa to Adelaide!
Driven by Lamine Nanky's remarkable djembe playing, they weave rhythms, dance moves and melodies into a tapestry of celebration. Inspired by the prosperity, generosity, ceremonial traditions and spiritual foundations of Senegal's ancient Manding culture.
Nexus Comedy Quiz Night
Saturday 26th July 2008
Great prizes and plenty of laughs assured with our hosts, local standups Jason Chong and Muj Admed! This is our main fundraising event of the year with all proceeds helping to support Nexus Multicultural Arts.
Global Beats #3: Gypsy Mayhem
8pm Friday 11th July 2008
A mixture of klezmer, gypsy and anarchic dance music, local band Golonka takes their inspiration from the music of Eastern Europe, Hungary and France. Golonka's music tells of the earth and the stars, war and peace, love and jealousy and, above all, the lust for life.
Golonka comes from the Polish terms golonka 'hand of pork' or golony 'clean-shaven'. Come and see the "clean shaven, hands of pork" spice up the night with a dazzling array of renegade gypsy tunes.
Music of the Mediterranean Concert Series
Ananke
8pm Saturday 21st June 2008
Click here to listen to Ananke on their website
This Melbourne based trio create an eloquent musical response to the process of multiculturalism, bringing together their diverse musical traditions including Greek Rebetika, Argentinean Tango, Crossover Jazz, Ancient Byzantine and Medieval Chant. Only SA performance presented by Nexus and Kultour.
"Their surprisingly beautiful, somewhat mysterious music is often simultaneously ancient, modern, intricately constructed and improvisatory."
Doug Spencer, The Planet, ABC Radio National
Global Beats 2: Dionysus8pm Friday 13th June 2008
Click here to listen to Dionysus on their MySpace page
This young Adelaide four-piece recreate the Greek taverna atmosphere in Adelaide with plenty of bouzouki and enthusiasm! Best emerging traditional artists, 2007 National Folk Festival.
Turkish Grooves8pm Saturday 7th June 2008
Featuring special guest Gazi Yalcin (melbourne) performing wiht some of Adeliade's best known world musicians. Gazi's dynamic zurna playing will transport you on a tour through the classical, folk and gypsy music of Turkey.
Global Beast #1: Music of the Silk Road
8pm Friday 9th May 2008
Take a magic carpet ride across the exotic Silk Road wth a concert of timeless music from Afghan, Persian and Indian cultures. Folk songs, qawallis, ghazals (love poems), devotional music by Rumi, performed by talented musicians on exotic instruments including santur, tumbek, setar, tablas and harmonium.
Global Comedy Allstars
8pm Saturday 8th and 8pm Saturday 15th March 2008
Part of the 2008 Adelaide Fringe
Ever wondered what it takes to get a laugh in Baghdad, Khartoum or Bejing? 5 comedians and an accordianist takle you on a whirlwind tour to prove laughter really is a universal language! Featuring all-Aussie artists from Iraqi, Sudanese, Chinese, Greek, Samoan and Scottish backgrounds.
Think Global, Laugh Local!
You Asked For It!
Miz Ima Starr
24th November 2007
Dragalicious Diva and Human-Jukebox-In-Training Miz Ima Starr cracks open her ENTIRE MUSICAL REPERTOIRE for an all-request evening of audience seduction and hot aural action! For one night only, YOU select from over 50 of the ballads, ditties and disco stompers Starr has made unique and indelible in her eight cabaret stage shows.
Simply the funniest, most outrageous female impersonation act in years!
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Berlin Cabaret
17th November 2007
All the gay abandon, passion, struggle and songs of 1920s Berlin are recreated in this award winning and hugely popular cabaret that began at the Weimar Room on Hindley Street. Hilarious and often touching, the show reveals the fragility of the times and its people - an era not so different from now.
