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April Edition 
Sharron Shannon ...has been called the "Jimi Hendrix of the accordion" ...and the lady returns yet again for an Australian Tour in October.Sharon has also been described as the most gifted traditional musician of her generation.
Tour Dates
The Civic Theatre - Newcastle - Australia  This heritage-listed building was designed by prominent architect Henry White and originally opened by the then Premier of New South Wales in 1929. Regarded as one of the finest architects of the period, White specialised in cinemas or "picture palaces" as they were then called. In all, he designed some in 183 theatres in Australia, New Zealand and North America, many in partnership with John Eberson. Sydney's State and Capitol Theatres are among their other designs from the same period. Although designed as a live-theatre, the Civic was immediately leased as a cinema to Northern Amusements (in association with Newcastle Theatres Pty Ltd and Greater Union). In 1941 Hoyts gained control and the Civic continued under this management until 1973. Newcastle City Council then decided to move towards more live productions and phase out cinema operations completely. This adaption was undertaken over 1974-76. With little maintenance having been done on the building over the years, the Civic was in much need of renovation. In June 1992, the Civic closed for a $10.4 million refurbishment which saw her reopen in November of 1993 as Australia's Premier Regional Theatre. This grand old lady is now firmly ensconced on the Australian national touring circuit, and hosts most touring musicals, as well as concerts and a wide range of music, theatre and dance events.
This Aussie Entertainer ..has appeared Worldwide ..filling Concert Halls with his Charm, and fine singing voice !!  Click on Image to find out Can you name this Top New Zealand Female Singer from the Sixties ?   Cruise Ships of the Past ! The Australis My First cruise ever as an Entertainer was on The Australis - unfortunately for me Crossing the Tasman from Sydney to Auckland - was not the best trip to do first up - Although the Australis seem to take it in her stride ! - which could not be said the same for me - Even my accordion was sea sick ! ( Many people to this day - say it never fully recovered ??!! )  Australis was completed as the America in 1940. After war service as West Point, she re-entered service with US Lines in 1946. She was bought by Chandris in 1964, operating on the service to Australia from 1965 to 1977. After an unsuccessful attempt to run out of New York for Venture Cruises, again named America, she returned to Chandris as Italis, but was laid up again in 1979.
Next Month: "The Shotha Rustaveli "
Cruise Ship of the Month The Saga Rose
Next Month: "The Braemar" The Chieftains - Return for Australian and New Zealand Tour ! October - November 2004  See Tour Details The Edinburgh Military Tattoo in Australia - February 2005  Click on Image for Full Details The Band of the Irish Guards 
Touring Australia September 2004   Until Next Month - Bye For Now ! J.C.M.
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