A fantastic new festival is making its way to Melbourne this summer, bringing art, theatre, dance and music to Southbank over five glorious weekends.
By day, families and friends can explore fun, free and low cost events, while in the evenings, Southbank will come alive with exciting outdoor concerts, street-art, theatre and cinema.
A collaboration of the Victorian Government and a number of Victoria’s leading arts groups – and Yarra River favourites – including the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, Arts Centre Melbourne, Australian Centre for Contemporary Arts, Chunky Move, Malthouse Theatre, Melbourne Recital Centre, Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, Melbourne Theatre Company, National Gallery of Victoria, The Australian Ballet and Victorian College of the Arts, the festival will come alive from 23 Jan and continue through til 21 Feb.
A few of our fave events are highlighted below. Head to www.summersaltfestival.com.au for more info and a full listing of activities.
Exxopolis – ACCA Forecourt
A dazzling maze of winding paths and soaring domes, a monumental inflatable structure designed to generate a sense of wonder at the beauty of light and colour. Be transported to a colour filled universe of architecture and cathedrals in an inspiring mix of design and engineering, creating a luminarium of nearly 1000 square meters.
Ideal for all ages. www.summersaltfestival.com.au/event/exxopolis/
Bold as Brass: Music of the Streets – Federation Square to Testing Grounds
Join in the chorus with Shrewd Brass, who will channel the traditions of famous New Orleans marching bands and take to the streets of Southbank on Friday nights during Summersault.
This all-clapping, all-dancing, all-enjoyment, free event is guaranteed to have you bopping and hopping with delight and pleasure from Federation Square to Testing Grounds, where a celebration of all that is classical, jazz, gospel, delicate and loud will take place!
More info: summersaltfestival.com.au/event/bold-brass-music-streets/
The Curious Game
An event for the whole family, this performance piece brings together fairytales and boardgames in a life sized dance and theatre show. Beware the queen, knights and pawns – no one knows the rules and who will win is the only question on everyone’s lips. Features some audience participation to ensure every show is different, creative and enchanting!
More info: summersaltfestival.com.au/event/curious-game
We welcome you to join us and be a part of SummerSalt Outdoor Arts Festival 2015. Don’t forget a hat and sunscreen, Bring your family and get ready for a wonderful experience! You’ll never see the river and surrounds with this much enthusiasm and energy!
