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Home Alone: But make it Australian



Karralyka Theatre

The Australian INXS Tribute Show featuring Dellacoma Rio.

Fronted by the incredible Dellacoma Rio, whose uncanny portrayal of Micheal Hutchence has captivated audiences worldwide, this authentic six-piece band takes you on a journey through all the classic INXS’s hits that made them a household name for decades.

Touring across the globe, the Australian INXS Tribute Show has travelled to Dublin, India, Hawaii, Tahiti, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Vanuatu, Singapore, Japan, China, Bora Bora, New Caledonia, Taipei, and South Korea, as well as every state and territory of our great southern land.

This home-grown theatre experience delivers a breathtaking “Australian Made” rock show!

Season: 15 February at 7.30pm.

The Round

Home alone – The Australian Musical Parody

An original Australian Production

Bigger than your Nan’s meat pies.

Home Alone: The Australian Musical Parody is hilarious, packed full of “what did they just say?” moments and bursting with very Aussie twists.

This completely original adaptation of the movie we love turns into a household favourite into an undeniable theatre hit for audiences everywhere.

With laugh-out-loud moments, over-the-top characters, and brand-new original songs, this production brings the chaos, charm, and heart of Home Alone to the stage like never before.

It’s clever, cheeky, and guaranteed to keep the whole family entertained – even dad.

Don’t miss this outrageous Christmas comedy that will have you singing all-new festive tunes, laughing at every turn, and quoting lines long after the curtain falls.

Just be warned – these songs are so catchy they might even annoy your workmates.

Season: Thursday 18 December at 6.30 pm.

Friday 19 December at 6.30 pm.

Saturday 20 December at 1pm and 5pm.

East Meets West

East Meets West is a Christmas Celebration with multicultural dace and music performed by the fantastic arts tea.

This performance seamlessly combines the elegance of classical Eastern folk dance and ballet with iconic Christmas melodies from the West.

Ballet group Fanghua will perform three extraordinary Eastern dances as part of their mission as cultural ambassadors.

Based in the Eastern suburbs of Melbourne, their name Fanghua translates to “Youthful Vibrancy”.

They are known for their high standards, passion, and talent.

The performance will also include Melbourne-born pianist and composer Warren Wills.

An internationally acclaimed musician and educationalist who was primarily based in London for over 35 years.

Warren is a multi-award-winning composer with credits including the Royal Shakespeare Company and collaborations with figures like woody Allen and Margaret Atwood.

A key focus of his work is socially exclusive theatre and using music as a tool to bridge political and cultural borders across the Middle East, Asia, and Europe.

He will be accompanying the outstanding young Chinese flautist Steph Chen.

You will also see performances from several other remarkable Eastern and Western dance and arts groups.

Arts from various cultures will take this stage, providing the audience with a colourful experience of multiculturalism.

Featuring some of Melbourne’s best artistic teams, this concert promises to take you on an unforgettable creative experience.

Season: Sunday 21 December at 2pm for four hours (including interval)

Venue: The Round – Studio.

Gemco Theatre

Gemco Christmas Party – Sunday 7 December.

Join the company for a relaxed and festive end-of-of-year celebration at The Gem Community Arts Centre.

We’ll be firing up a free sausage sizzle, enjoying good company and celebrating everything the company has achieved to together throughout 2025.

Free sausage sizzle, BYO alcoholic drinks.

Soft drinks provided.

Family-friendly, relaxed atmosphere.

This is a great chance to meet the many wonderful people who contribute to GEMCO in ways you might not always see – whether it’s through productions, front-of-house, technical work, youth programs, governance events, hospitality, venue care, or external collaboration like Puffing Billy Railway.

GEMCCO is made up of many moving parts, and this gathering is an opportunity to connect, share stories, and celebrate the bigger picture the company is part of.

To help with catering, please RSVP so the company can make sure there’s plenty to go around.

19 Kilvington Dr Emerald.

Phone 9478 230 147.

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    By Peter KempKarralyka Theatre The Australian INXS Tribute Show featuring Dellacoma Rio. Fronted by the incredible Dellacoma Rio, whose uncanny portrayal of Micheal Hutchence has…