BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute - ECPv6.16.4.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Australia/Melbourne BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20250405T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20251004T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20260404T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20261003T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20270403T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20271002T160000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260701T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260701T200000 DTSTAMP:20260509T054226Z CREATED:20260509T054129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T054226Z UID:72881-1782932400-1782936000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Kadampa Meditation Series | A Full Heart: Gratitude and Contentment in Daily Life DESCRIPTION:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 11\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:50 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$38.50 – $77 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Written by Jenny Davis \n \n A compelling true story from WWII\, honouring the bravery strength\, love and hope of Australian Army Nurses in the face of adversity. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Directed by Stuart Halusz \n \n Featuring Caitlin Beresford-Ord\, Rebecca Davis\, Michelle Fornasier\, Alex Jones\, Tegan Mulvany and Helen Searle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bullwinkel was one of 65 Australian nurses who boarded the Vyner Brooke in an attempt to flee the Japanese invasion of Singapore in February\, 1942. Bombed by Japanese fighter planes and after spending days at sea\, she and some other survivors found their way to Radji Beach on Banka Island where they surrendered. In one of the most atrocious acts of war crimes in our history\, 22 nurses were forced to march into the sea where they were callously machine gunned. The only survivor and witness\, Vivian spent the rest of the war in a prison camp before liberation\, and her remaining years fighting for recognition of the bravery of her friends and colleagues; their strength and courage in the face of death sustaining her for the rest of her illustrious life. \n \n 21 Hearts relays the resilient Aussie humour displayed by the women in the camp and provides a respectful and authentic voice to those who were silenced\, remembering them for who they were and not just for what happened to them. A story of hope\, courage\, resilience and heart. Featuring 6 of WA’s most outstanding actors\, 21 Hearts is a celebration of the human spirit and an uplifting\, inspiring story which reminds us of the great futility of war. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 \n \n THEATRE 180 is a proudly Western Australian company which tours works throughout the state and beyond\, sharing heritage stories of Western Australia and our nation’s past to gain an insight into who we are now and our future as a diverse and vibrant multicultural society. In 2023 we were awarded a Western Australian Heritage Award for Contributions by a Community Based Organisation for our work in telling WA stories and in 2024 we were awarded Producer of the Year at the CircuitWest Showcase WA Awards. THEATRE 180 is committed to regional touring and playing to audiences in Perth’s metro and outer metro venues\, as well as activating found spaces and established theatres. We are proud to be part of the Preston Street Arts Collective\, helping to revitalise the beautiful Como Theatre as a cultural anchor for the City of South Perth\, welcoming audiences from far and wide to experience our CinePlay genre\, an ensemble approach incorporating the immediacy of live theatre with the visual impact of cinema\, for an immersive and unique live experience. This exciting genre is versatile\, agile and adaptable\, able to be presented in a pop-up style in venues as diverse as theatres\, cinemas\, country Town Halls and Recreation Centres. This world-first genre was created with CinemaStage in 2020 for our award-winning adaptation of A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life (by Jenny Davis and Stuart Halusz)\, which has toured continuously throughout Western Australia and amassed nearly 160 performances so far\, including a tour to QLD. We now having 5 plays in repertoire\, including SYDNEY II: Lost and Found (by Jenny Davis)\, The Lighthouse Girl Saga (by Jenny Davis and Hellie Turner)\, Taking Liberty (by Ingle Knight – a collaboration with WA Museum) and 21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke (by Jenny Davis). The response to this work from around the nation has led to 4 Perth seasons\, a WA regional tour and a season at the Australian War Memorial\, Canberra in July/August this year. All seasons of 21 Hearts have sold-out in advance. This year we collaborated with Government House Foundation on our 6th CinePlay production Arthur Haynes and the Smoking Gun (by Jenny Davis) which had a sold-out season at Government House Ballroom in September and our 7th CinePlay is a collaboration with WA Museum CATALPA: Flight to Freedom (by Jenny Davis) in October/November.Over the last 6 years\, we have also established a loyal following for our choice of gritty\, international plays staged at Burt Memorial Hall\, with our critically acclaimed productions of Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children\, Joe Penhall’s BLUE/ORANGE and Lauren Gunderson’s I AND YOU\, proving a demand for this exciting style of theatre with a strong audience database. We continue our long history of conducting intergenerational oral history workshops with communities and working closely with Aged Care facilities in creating bespoke cultural events and programs with their residents and families; our award-winning work with dementia patients has been particularly impactful. This oral history work extends to veterans’ organisations such as Legacy WA and Buddy Up Australia. THEATRE 180’s unique style of writing has been honed over 3 decades\, and we are committed to the development of emerging WA writers through our Emerging Writers Program who are able to carry on this important storytelling legacy. Central to our purpose is sharing these stories to all Western Australians; our productions are built to tour\, and we believe that geography is no barrier. With our strong audience relationships and large network of venues in outer metro and regional WA\, we look towards the next 30 years and the stories they hold. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bulwinkel\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $77 adults\, $71.50 Concession\, $38.50 Children (12yrs – 17yrs)\, $66 Group (minimum of 10 tickets)\, School Booking $25 (Teacher Free). Ticket sales close 1 hour prior to the performance. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Running Time: 110 min \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 Production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/kadampa-meditation-series-a-full-heart-gratitude-and-contentment-in-daily-life/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:kadampa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/5-Gratitude_GP_Class_BMI-Square.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation":MAILTO:info@kadampa.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260703T200000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260703T211500 DTSTAMP:20260514T042336Z CREATED:20260505T235334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T042336Z UID:72745-1783108800-1783113300@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Joscho Stephan Trio: Gypsy Jazz Virtuosos DESCRIPTION:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 11\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:50 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$38.50 – $77 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Written by Jenny Davis \n \n A compelling true story from WWII\, honouring the bravery strength\, love and hope of Australian Army Nurses in the face of adversity. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Directed by Stuart Halusz \n \n Featuring Caitlin Beresford-Ord\, Rebecca Davis\, Michelle Fornasier\, Alex Jones\, Tegan Mulvany and Helen Searle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bullwinkel was one of 65 Australian nurses who boarded the Vyner Brooke in an attempt to flee the Japanese invasion of Singapore in February\, 1942. Bombed by Japanese fighter planes and after spending days at sea\, she and some other survivors found their way to Radji Beach on Banka Island where they surrendered. In one of the most atrocious acts of war crimes in our history\, 22 nurses were forced to march into the sea where they were callously machine gunned. The only survivor and witness\, Vivian spent the rest of the war in a prison camp before liberation\, and her remaining years fighting for recognition of the bravery of her friends and colleagues; their strength and courage in the face of death sustaining her for the rest of her illustrious life. \n \n 21 Hearts relays the resilient Aussie humour displayed by the women in the camp and provides a respectful and authentic voice to those who were silenced\, remembering them for who they were and not just for what happened to them. A story of hope\, courage\, resilience and heart. Featuring 6 of WA’s most outstanding actors\, 21 Hearts is a celebration of the human spirit and an uplifting\, inspiring story which reminds us of the great futility of war. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 \n \n THEATRE 180 is a proudly Western Australian company which tours works throughout the state and beyond\, sharing heritage stories of Western Australia and our nation’s past to gain an insight into who we are now and our future as a diverse and vibrant multicultural society. In 2023 we were awarded a Western Australian Heritage Award for Contributions by a Community Based Organisation for our work in telling WA stories and in 2024 we were awarded Producer of the Year at the CircuitWest Showcase WA Awards. THEATRE 180 is committed to regional touring and playing to audiences in Perth’s metro and outer metro venues\, as well as activating found spaces and established theatres. We are proud to be part of the Preston Street Arts Collective\, helping to revitalise the beautiful Como Theatre as a cultural anchor for the City of South Perth\, welcoming audiences from far and wide to experience our CinePlay genre\, an ensemble approach incorporating the immediacy of live theatre with the visual impact of cinema\, for an immersive and unique live experience. This exciting genre is versatile\, agile and adaptable\, able to be presented in a pop-up style in venues as diverse as theatres\, cinemas\, country Town Halls and Recreation Centres. This world-first genre was created with CinemaStage in 2020 for our award-winning adaptation of A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life (by Jenny Davis and Stuart Halusz)\, which has toured continuously throughout Western Australia and amassed nearly 160 performances so far\, including a tour to QLD. We now having 5 plays in repertoire\, including SYDNEY II: Lost and Found (by Jenny Davis)\, The Lighthouse Girl Saga (by Jenny Davis and Hellie Turner)\, Taking Liberty (by Ingle Knight – a collaboration with WA Museum) and 21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke (by Jenny Davis). The response to this work from around the nation has led to 4 Perth seasons\, a WA regional tour and a season at the Australian War Memorial\, Canberra in July/August this year. All seasons of 21 Hearts have sold-out in advance. This year we collaborated with Government House Foundation on our 6th CinePlay production Arthur Haynes and the Smoking Gun (by Jenny Davis) which had a sold-out season at Government House Ballroom in September and our 7th CinePlay is a collaboration with WA Museum CATALPA: Flight to Freedom (by Jenny Davis) in October/November.Over the last 6 years\, we have also established a loyal following for our choice of gritty\, international plays staged at Burt Memorial Hall\, with our critically acclaimed productions of Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children\, Joe Penhall’s BLUE/ORANGE and Lauren Gunderson’s I AND YOU\, proving a demand for this exciting style of theatre with a strong audience database. We continue our long history of conducting intergenerational oral history workshops with communities and working closely with Aged Care facilities in creating bespoke cultural events and programs with their residents and families; our award-winning work with dementia patients has been particularly impactful. This oral history work extends to veterans’ organisations such as Legacy WA and Buddy Up Australia. THEATRE 180’s unique style of writing has been honed over 3 decades\, and we are committed to the development of emerging WA writers through our Emerging Writers Program who are able to carry on this important storytelling legacy. Central to our purpose is sharing these stories to all Western Australians; our productions are built to tour\, and we believe that geography is no barrier. With our strong audience relationships and large network of venues in outer metro and regional WA\, we look towards the next 30 years and the stories they hold. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bulwinkel\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $77 adults\, $71.50 Concession\, $38.50 Children (12yrs – 17yrs)\, $66 Group (minimum of 10 tickets)\, School Booking $25 (Teacher Free). Ticket sales close 1 hour prior to the performance. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Running Time: 110 min \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 Production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/joscho-stephan-trio-gypsy-jazz-virtuosos/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/sq-promo-events-joscho-final.png ORGANIZER;CN="Concerts Australia":MAILTO:michael@concertsaustralia.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260704T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260704T110000 DTSTAMP:20260514T042623Z CREATED:20260413T230016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T042623Z UID:72002-1783159200-1783162800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Whistle and Trick DESCRIPTION:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 11\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:50 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$38.50 – $77 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Written by Jenny Davis \n \n A compelling true story from WWII\, honouring the bravery strength\, love and hope of Australian Army Nurses in the face of adversity. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Directed by Stuart Halusz \n \n Featuring Caitlin Beresford-Ord\, Rebecca Davis\, Michelle Fornasier\, Alex Jones\, Tegan Mulvany and Helen Searle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bullwinkel was one of 65 Australian nurses who boarded the Vyner Brooke in an attempt to flee the Japanese invasion of Singapore in February\, 1942. Bombed by Japanese fighter planes and after spending days at sea\, she and some other survivors found their way to Radji Beach on Banka Island where they surrendered. In one of the most atrocious acts of war crimes in our history\, 22 nurses were forced to march into the sea where they were callously machine gunned. The only survivor and witness\, Vivian spent the rest of the war in a prison camp before liberation\, and her remaining years fighting for recognition of the bravery of her friends and colleagues; their strength and courage in the face of death sustaining her for the rest of her illustrious life. \n \n 21 Hearts relays the resilient Aussie humour displayed by the women in the camp and provides a respectful and authentic voice to those who were silenced\, remembering them for who they were and not just for what happened to them. A story of hope\, courage\, resilience and heart. Featuring 6 of WA’s most outstanding actors\, 21 Hearts is a celebration of the human spirit and an uplifting\, inspiring story which reminds us of the great futility of war. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 \n \n THEATRE 180 is a proudly Western Australian company which tours works throughout the state and beyond\, sharing heritage stories of Western Australia and our nation’s past to gain an insight into who we are now and our future as a diverse and vibrant multicultural society. In 2023 we were awarded a Western Australian Heritage Award for Contributions by a Community Based Organisation for our work in telling WA stories and in 2024 we were awarded Producer of the Year at the CircuitWest Showcase WA Awards. THEATRE 180 is committed to regional touring and playing to audiences in Perth’s metro and outer metro venues\, as well as activating found spaces and established theatres. We are proud to be part of the Preston Street Arts Collective\, helping to revitalise the beautiful Como Theatre as a cultural anchor for the City of South Perth\, welcoming audiences from far and wide to experience our CinePlay genre\, an ensemble approach incorporating the immediacy of live theatre with the visual impact of cinema\, for an immersive and unique live experience. This exciting genre is versatile\, agile and adaptable\, able to be presented in a pop-up style in venues as diverse as theatres\, cinemas\, country Town Halls and Recreation Centres. This world-first genre was created with CinemaStage in 2020 for our award-winning adaptation of A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life (by Jenny Davis and Stuart Halusz)\, which has toured continuously throughout Western Australia and amassed nearly 160 performances so far\, including a tour to QLD. We now having 5 plays in repertoire\, including SYDNEY II: Lost and Found (by Jenny Davis)\, The Lighthouse Girl Saga (by Jenny Davis and Hellie Turner)\, Taking Liberty (by Ingle Knight – a collaboration with WA Museum) and 21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke (by Jenny Davis). The response to this work from around the nation has led to 4 Perth seasons\, a WA regional tour and a season at the Australian War Memorial\, Canberra in July/August this year. All seasons of 21 Hearts have sold-out in advance. This year we collaborated with Government House Foundation on our 6th CinePlay production Arthur Haynes and the Smoking Gun (by Jenny Davis) which had a sold-out season at Government House Ballroom in September and our 7th CinePlay is a collaboration with WA Museum CATALPA: Flight to Freedom (by Jenny Davis) in October/November.Over the last 6 years\, we have also established a loyal following for our choice of gritty\, international plays staged at Burt Memorial Hall\, with our critically acclaimed productions of Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children\, Joe Penhall’s BLUE/ORANGE and Lauren Gunderson’s I AND YOU\, proving a demand for this exciting style of theatre with a strong audience database. We continue our long history of conducting intergenerational oral history workshops with communities and working closely with Aged Care facilities in creating bespoke cultural events and programs with their residents and families; our award-winning work with dementia patients has been particularly impactful. This oral history work extends to veterans’ organisations such as Legacy WA and Buddy Up Australia. THEATRE 180’s unique style of writing has been honed over 3 decades\, and we are committed to the development of emerging WA writers through our Emerging Writers Program who are able to carry on this important storytelling legacy. Central to our purpose is sharing these stories to all Western Australians; our productions are built to tour\, and we believe that geography is no barrier. With our strong audience relationships and large network of venues in outer metro and regional WA\, we look towards the next 30 years and the stories they hold. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bulwinkel\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $77 adults\, $71.50 Concession\, $38.50 Children (12yrs – 17yrs)\, $66 Group (minimum of 10 tickets)\, School Booking $25 (Teacher Free). Ticket sales close 1 hour prior to the performance. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Running Time: 110 min \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 Production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/whistle-and-trick/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Comedy,Live Music,Theatre Production ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/sq-promo-events-whistle-and-trick.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260705T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260705T210000 DTSTAMP:20260521T040050Z CREATED:20260521T034118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T040050Z UID:73067-1783279800-1783285200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Alexandr Misko: International Guitar Sensation Live at BMI DESCRIPTION:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 11\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:50 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$38.50 – $77 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Written by Jenny Davis \n \n A compelling true story from WWII\, honouring the bravery strength\, love and hope of Australian Army Nurses in the face of adversity. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Directed by Stuart Halusz \n \n Featuring Caitlin Beresford-Ord\, Rebecca Davis\, Michelle Fornasier\, Alex Jones\, Tegan Mulvany and Helen Searle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bullwinkel was one of 65 Australian nurses who boarded the Vyner Brooke in an attempt to flee the Japanese invasion of Singapore in February\, 1942. Bombed by Japanese fighter planes and after spending days at sea\, she and some other survivors found their way to Radji Beach on Banka Island where they surrendered. In one of the most atrocious acts of war crimes in our history\, 22 nurses were forced to march into the sea where they were callously machine gunned. The only survivor and witness\, Vivian spent the rest of the war in a prison camp before liberation\, and her remaining years fighting for recognition of the bravery of her friends and colleagues; their strength and courage in the face of death sustaining her for the rest of her illustrious life. \n \n 21 Hearts relays the resilient Aussie humour displayed by the women in the camp and provides a respectful and authentic voice to those who were silenced\, remembering them for who they were and not just for what happened to them. A story of hope\, courage\, resilience and heart. Featuring 6 of WA’s most outstanding actors\, 21 Hearts is a celebration of the human spirit and an uplifting\, inspiring story which reminds us of the great futility of war. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 \n \n THEATRE 180 is a proudly Western Australian company which tours works throughout the state and beyond\, sharing heritage stories of Western Australia and our nation’s past to gain an insight into who we are now and our future as a diverse and vibrant multicultural society. In 2023 we were awarded a Western Australian Heritage Award for Contributions by a Community Based Organisation for our work in telling WA stories and in 2024 we were awarded Producer of the Year at the CircuitWest Showcase WA Awards. THEATRE 180 is committed to regional touring and playing to audiences in Perth’s metro and outer metro venues\, as well as activating found spaces and established theatres. We are proud to be part of the Preston Street Arts Collective\, helping to revitalise the beautiful Como Theatre as a cultural anchor for the City of South Perth\, welcoming audiences from far and wide to experience our CinePlay genre\, an ensemble approach incorporating the immediacy of live theatre with the visual impact of cinema\, for an immersive and unique live experience. This exciting genre is versatile\, agile and adaptable\, able to be presented in a pop-up style in venues as diverse as theatres\, cinemas\, country Town Halls and Recreation Centres. This world-first genre was created with CinemaStage in 2020 for our award-winning adaptation of A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life (by Jenny Davis and Stuart Halusz)\, which has toured continuously throughout Western Australia and amassed nearly 160 performances so far\, including a tour to QLD. We now having 5 plays in repertoire\, including SYDNEY II: Lost and Found (by Jenny Davis)\, The Lighthouse Girl Saga (by Jenny Davis and Hellie Turner)\, Taking Liberty (by Ingle Knight – a collaboration with WA Museum) and 21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke (by Jenny Davis). The response to this work from around the nation has led to 4 Perth seasons\, a WA regional tour and a season at the Australian War Memorial\, Canberra in July/August this year. All seasons of 21 Hearts have sold-out in advance. This year we collaborated with Government House Foundation on our 6th CinePlay production Arthur Haynes and the Smoking Gun (by Jenny Davis) which had a sold-out season at Government House Ballroom in September and our 7th CinePlay is a collaboration with WA Museum CATALPA: Flight to Freedom (by Jenny Davis) in October/November.Over the last 6 years\, we have also established a loyal following for our choice of gritty\, international plays staged at Burt Memorial Hall\, with our critically acclaimed productions of Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children\, Joe Penhall’s BLUE/ORANGE and Lauren Gunderson’s I AND YOU\, proving a demand for this exciting style of theatre with a strong audience database. We continue our long history of conducting intergenerational oral history workshops with communities and working closely with Aged Care facilities in creating bespoke cultural events and programs with their residents and families; our award-winning work with dementia patients has been particularly impactful. This oral history work extends to veterans’ organisations such as Legacy WA and Buddy Up Australia. THEATRE 180’s unique style of writing has been honed over 3 decades\, and we are committed to the development of emerging WA writers through our Emerging Writers Program who are able to carry on this important storytelling legacy. Central to our purpose is sharing these stories to all Western Australians; our productions are built to tour\, and we believe that geography is no barrier. With our strong audience relationships and large network of venues in outer metro and regional WA\, we look towards the next 30 years and the stories they hold. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bulwinkel\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $77 adults\, $71.50 Concession\, $38.50 Children (12yrs – 17yrs)\, $66 Group (minimum of 10 tickets)\, School Booking $25 (Teacher Free). Ticket sales close 1 hour prior to the performance. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Running Time: 110 min \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 Production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/alexandr-misko-international-guitar-sensation-live-at-bmi/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/sq-promo-events-alexandr-misko.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260708T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260708T200000 DTSTAMP:20260509T054612Z CREATED:20260509T054308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T054612Z UID:72884-1783537200-1783540800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Kadampa Meditation Series | A Full Heart: Gratitude and Contentment in Daily Life DESCRIPTION:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 11\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:50 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$38.50 – $77 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Written by Jenny Davis \n \n A compelling true story from WWII\, honouring the bravery strength\, love and hope of Australian Army Nurses in the face of adversity. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Directed by Stuart Halusz \n \n Featuring Caitlin Beresford-Ord\, Rebecca Davis\, Michelle Fornasier\, Alex Jones\, Tegan Mulvany and Helen Searle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bullwinkel was one of 65 Australian nurses who boarded the Vyner Brooke in an attempt to flee the Japanese invasion of Singapore in February\, 1942. Bombed by Japanese fighter planes and after spending days at sea\, she and some other survivors found their way to Radji Beach on Banka Island where they surrendered. In one of the most atrocious acts of war crimes in our history\, 22 nurses were forced to march into the sea where they were callously machine gunned. The only survivor and witness\, Vivian spent the rest of the war in a prison camp before liberation\, and her remaining years fighting for recognition of the bravery of her friends and colleagues; their strength and courage in the face of death sustaining her for the rest of her illustrious life. \n \n 21 Hearts relays the resilient Aussie humour displayed by the women in the camp and provides a respectful and authentic voice to those who were silenced\, remembering them for who they were and not just for what happened to them. A story of hope\, courage\, resilience and heart. Featuring 6 of WA’s most outstanding actors\, 21 Hearts is a celebration of the human spirit and an uplifting\, inspiring story which reminds us of the great futility of war. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 \n \n THEATRE 180 is a proudly Western Australian company which tours works throughout the state and beyond\, sharing heritage stories of Western Australia and our nation’s past to gain an insight into who we are now and our future as a diverse and vibrant multicultural society. In 2023 we were awarded a Western Australian Heritage Award for Contributions by a Community Based Organisation for our work in telling WA stories and in 2024 we were awarded Producer of the Year at the CircuitWest Showcase WA Awards. THEATRE 180 is committed to regional touring and playing to audiences in Perth’s metro and outer metro venues\, as well as activating found spaces and established theatres. We are proud to be part of the Preston Street Arts Collective\, helping to revitalise the beautiful Como Theatre as a cultural anchor for the City of South Perth\, welcoming audiences from far and wide to experience our CinePlay genre\, an ensemble approach incorporating the immediacy of live theatre with the visual impact of cinema\, for an immersive and unique live experience. This exciting genre is versatile\, agile and adaptable\, able to be presented in a pop-up style in venues as diverse as theatres\, cinemas\, country Town Halls and Recreation Centres. This world-first genre was created with CinemaStage in 2020 for our award-winning adaptation of A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life (by Jenny Davis and Stuart Halusz)\, which has toured continuously throughout Western Australia and amassed nearly 160 performances so far\, including a tour to QLD. We now having 5 plays in repertoire\, including SYDNEY II: Lost and Found (by Jenny Davis)\, The Lighthouse Girl Saga (by Jenny Davis and Hellie Turner)\, Taking Liberty (by Ingle Knight – a collaboration with WA Museum) and 21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke (by Jenny Davis). The response to this work from around the nation has led to 4 Perth seasons\, a WA regional tour and a season at the Australian War Memorial\, Canberra in July/August this year. All seasons of 21 Hearts have sold-out in advance. This year we collaborated with Government House Foundation on our 6th CinePlay production Arthur Haynes and the Smoking Gun (by Jenny Davis) which had a sold-out season at Government House Ballroom in September and our 7th CinePlay is a collaboration with WA Museum CATALPA: Flight to Freedom (by Jenny Davis) in October/November.Over the last 6 years\, we have also established a loyal following for our choice of gritty\, international plays staged at Burt Memorial Hall\, with our critically acclaimed productions of Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children\, Joe Penhall’s BLUE/ORANGE and Lauren Gunderson’s I AND YOU\, proving a demand for this exciting style of theatre with a strong audience database. We continue our long history of conducting intergenerational oral history workshops with communities and working closely with Aged Care facilities in creating bespoke cultural events and programs with their residents and families; our award-winning work with dementia patients has been particularly impactful. This oral history work extends to veterans’ organisations such as Legacy WA and Buddy Up Australia. THEATRE 180’s unique style of writing has been honed over 3 decades\, and we are committed to the development of emerging WA writers through our Emerging Writers Program who are able to carry on this important storytelling legacy. Central to our purpose is sharing these stories to all Western Australians; our productions are built to tour\, and we believe that geography is no barrier. With our strong audience relationships and large network of venues in outer metro and regional WA\, we look towards the next 30 years and the stories they hold. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bulwinkel\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $77 adults\, $71.50 Concession\, $38.50 Children (12yrs – 17yrs)\, $66 Group (minimum of 10 tickets)\, School Booking $25 (Teacher Free). Ticket sales close 1 hour prior to the performance. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Running Time: 110 min \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 Production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/kadampa-meditation-series-a-full-heart-gratitude-and-contentment-in-daily-life-8-july/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:kadampa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/5-Gratitude_GP_Class_BMI-Square.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation":MAILTO:info@kadampa.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260710T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260710T125000 DTSTAMP:20260430T050116Z CREATED:20250930T001641Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T050116Z UID:67766-1783681200-1783687800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production | SOLD OUT DESCRIPTION:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 11\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:50 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$38.50 – $77 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Written by Jenny Davis \n \n A compelling true story from WWII\, honouring the bravery strength\, love and hope of Australian Army Nurses in the face of adversity. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Directed by Stuart Halusz \n \n Featuring Caitlin Beresford-Ord\, Rebecca Davis\, Michelle Fornasier\, Alex Jones\, Tegan Mulvany and Helen Searle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bullwinkel was one of 65 Australian nurses who boarded the Vyner Brooke in an attempt to flee the Japanese invasion of Singapore in February\, 1942. Bombed by Japanese fighter planes and after spending days at sea\, she and some other survivors found their way to Radji Beach on Banka Island where they surrendered. In one of the most atrocious acts of war crimes in our history\, 22 nurses were forced to march into the sea where they were callously machine gunned. The only survivor and witness\, Vivian spent the rest of the war in a prison camp before liberation\, and her remaining years fighting for recognition of the bravery of her friends and colleagues; their strength and courage in the face of death sustaining her for the rest of her illustrious life. \n \n 21 Hearts relays the resilient Aussie humour displayed by the women in the camp and provides a respectful and authentic voice to those who were silenced\, remembering them for who they were and not just for what happened to them. A story of hope\, courage\, resilience and heart. Featuring 6 of WA’s most outstanding actors\, 21 Hearts is a celebration of the human spirit and an uplifting\, inspiring story which reminds us of the great futility of war. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 \n \n THEATRE 180 is a proudly Western Australian company which tours works throughout the state and beyond\, sharing heritage stories of Western Australia and our nation’s past to gain an insight into who we are now and our future as a diverse and vibrant multicultural society. In 2023 we were awarded a Western Australian Heritage Award for Contributions by a Community Based Organisation for our work in telling WA stories and in 2024 we were awarded Producer of the Year at the CircuitWest Showcase WA Awards. THEATRE 180 is committed to regional touring and playing to audiences in Perth’s metro and outer metro venues\, as well as activating found spaces and established theatres. We are proud to be part of the Preston Street Arts Collective\, helping to revitalise the beautiful Como Theatre as a cultural anchor for the City of South Perth\, welcoming audiences from far and wide to experience our CinePlay genre\, an ensemble approach incorporating the immediacy of live theatre with the visual impact of cinema\, for an immersive and unique live experience. This exciting genre is versatile\, agile and adaptable\, able to be presented in a pop-up style in venues as diverse as theatres\, cinemas\, country Town Halls and Recreation Centres. This world-first genre was created with CinemaStage in 2020 for our award-winning adaptation of A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life (by Jenny Davis and Stuart Halusz)\, which has toured continuously throughout Western Australia and amassed nearly 160 performances so far\, including a tour to QLD. We now having 5 plays in repertoire\, including SYDNEY II: Lost and Found (by Jenny Davis)\, The Lighthouse Girl Saga (by Jenny Davis and Hellie Turner)\, Taking Liberty (by Ingle Knight – a collaboration with WA Museum) and 21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke (by Jenny Davis). The response to this work from around the nation has led to 4 Perth seasons\, a WA regional tour and a season at the Australian War Memorial\, Canberra in July/August this year. All seasons of 21 Hearts have sold-out in advance. This year we collaborated with Government House Foundation on our 6th CinePlay production Arthur Haynes and the Smoking Gun (by Jenny Davis) which had a sold-out season at Government House Ballroom in September and our 7th CinePlay is a collaboration with WA Museum CATALPA: Flight to Freedom (by Jenny Davis) in October/November.Over the last 6 years\, we have also established a loyal following for our choice of gritty\, international plays staged at Burt Memorial Hall\, with our critically acclaimed productions of Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children\, Joe Penhall’s BLUE/ORANGE and Lauren Gunderson’s I AND YOU\, proving a demand for this exciting style of theatre with a strong audience database. We continue our long history of conducting intergenerational oral history workshops with communities and working closely with Aged Care facilities in creating bespoke cultural events and programs with their residents and families; our award-winning work with dementia patients has been particularly impactful. This oral history work extends to veterans’ organisations such as Legacy WA and Buddy Up Australia. THEATRE 180’s unique style of writing has been honed over 3 decades\, and we are committed to the development of emerging WA writers through our Emerging Writers Program who are able to carry on this important storytelling legacy. Central to our purpose is sharing these stories to all Western Australians; our productions are built to tour\, and we believe that geography is no barrier. With our strong audience relationships and large network of venues in outer metro and regional WA\, we look towards the next 30 years and the stories they hold. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bulwinkel\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $77 adults\, $71.50 Concession\, $38.50 Children (12yrs – 17yrs)\, $66 Group (minimum of 10 tickets)\, School Booking $25 (Teacher Free). Ticket sales close 1 hour prior to the performance. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Running Time: 110 min \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 Production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/21-hearts/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Theatre Production ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/sq-promo-21-hearts.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260710T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260710T205000 DTSTAMP:20260430T051020Z CREATED:20251001T031523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T051020Z UID:67817-1783710000-1783716600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production | SOLD OUT DESCRIPTION:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 11\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:50 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$38.50 – $77 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Written by Jenny Davis \n \n A compelling true story from WWII\, honouring the bravery strength\, love and hope of Australian Army Nurses in the face of adversity. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Directed by Stuart Halusz \n \n Featuring Caitlin Beresford-Ord\, Rebecca Davis\, Michelle Fornasier\, Alex Jones\, Tegan Mulvany and Helen Searle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bullwinkel was one of 65 Australian nurses who boarded the Vyner Brooke in an attempt to flee the Japanese invasion of Singapore in February\, 1942. Bombed by Japanese fighter planes and after spending days at sea\, she and some other survivors found their way to Radji Beach on Banka Island where they surrendered. In one of the most atrocious acts of war crimes in our history\, 22 nurses were forced to march into the sea where they were callously machine gunned. The only survivor and witness\, Vivian spent the rest of the war in a prison camp before liberation\, and her remaining years fighting for recognition of the bravery of her friends and colleagues; their strength and courage in the face of death sustaining her for the rest of her illustrious life. \n \n 21 Hearts relays the resilient Aussie humour displayed by the women in the camp and provides a respectful and authentic voice to those who were silenced\, remembering them for who they were and not just for what happened to them. A story of hope\, courage\, resilience and heart. Featuring 6 of WA’s most outstanding actors\, 21 Hearts is a celebration of the human spirit and an uplifting\, inspiring story which reminds us of the great futility of war. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 \n \n THEATRE 180 is a proudly Western Australian company which tours works throughout the state and beyond\, sharing heritage stories of Western Australia and our nation’s past to gain an insight into who we are now and our future as a diverse and vibrant multicultural society. In 2023 we were awarded a Western Australian Heritage Award for Contributions by a Community Based Organisation for our work in telling WA stories and in 2024 we were awarded Producer of the Year at the CircuitWest Showcase WA Awards. THEATRE 180 is committed to regional touring and playing to audiences in Perth’s metro and outer metro venues\, as well as activating found spaces and established theatres. We are proud to be part of the Preston Street Arts Collective\, helping to revitalise the beautiful Como Theatre as a cultural anchor for the City of South Perth\, welcoming audiences from far and wide to experience our CinePlay genre\, an ensemble approach incorporating the immediacy of live theatre with the visual impact of cinema\, for an immersive and unique live experience. This exciting genre is versatile\, agile and adaptable\, able to be presented in a pop-up style in venues as diverse as theatres\, cinemas\, country Town Halls and Recreation Centres. This world-first genre was created with CinemaStage in 2020 for our award-winning adaptation of A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life (by Jenny Davis and Stuart Halusz)\, which has toured continuously throughout Western Australia and amassed nearly 160 performances so far\, including a tour to QLD. We now having 5 plays in repertoire\, including SYDNEY II: Lost and Found (by Jenny Davis)\, The Lighthouse Girl Saga (by Jenny Davis and Hellie Turner)\, Taking Liberty (by Ingle Knight – a collaboration with WA Museum) and 21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke (by Jenny Davis). The response to this work from around the nation has led to 4 Perth seasons\, a WA regional tour and a season at the Australian War Memorial\, Canberra in July/August this year. All seasons of 21 Hearts have sold-out in advance. This year we collaborated with Government House Foundation on our 6th CinePlay production Arthur Haynes and the Smoking Gun (by Jenny Davis) which had a sold-out season at Government House Ballroom in September and our 7th CinePlay is a collaboration with WA Museum CATALPA: Flight to Freedom (by Jenny Davis) in October/November.Over the last 6 years\, we have also established a loyal following for our choice of gritty\, international plays staged at Burt Memorial Hall\, with our critically acclaimed productions of Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children\, Joe Penhall’s BLUE/ORANGE and Lauren Gunderson’s I AND YOU\, proving a demand for this exciting style of theatre with a strong audience database. We continue our long history of conducting intergenerational oral history workshops with communities and working closely with Aged Care facilities in creating bespoke cultural events and programs with their residents and families; our award-winning work with dementia patients has been particularly impactful. This oral history work extends to veterans’ organisations such as Legacy WA and Buddy Up Australia. THEATRE 180’s unique style of writing has been honed over 3 decades\, and we are committed to the development of emerging WA writers through our Emerging Writers Program who are able to carry on this important storytelling legacy. Central to our purpose is sharing these stories to all Western Australians; our productions are built to tour\, and we believe that geography is no barrier. With our strong audience relationships and large network of venues in outer metro and regional WA\, we look towards the next 30 years and the stories they hold. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bulwinkel\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $77 adults\, $71.50 Concession\, $38.50 Children (12yrs – 17yrs)\, $66 Group (minimum of 10 tickets)\, School Booking $25 (Teacher Free). Ticket sales close 1 hour prior to the performance. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Running Time: 110 min \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 Production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/21-hearts-2/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Theatre Production ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/sq-promo-21-hearts.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260711T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260711T125000 DTSTAMP:20260605T013835Z CREATED:20260212T045959Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T013835Z UID:70689-1783767600-1783774200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production DESCRIPTION:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 11\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:50 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$38.50 – $77 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Written by Jenny Davis \n \n A compelling true story from WWII\, honouring the bravery strength\, love and hope of Australian Army Nurses in the face of adversity. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Directed by Stuart Halusz \n \n Featuring Caitlin Beresford-Ord\, Rebecca Davis\, Michelle Fornasier\, Alex Jones\, Tegan Mulvany and Helen Searle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bullwinkel was one of 65 Australian nurses who boarded the Vyner Brooke in an attempt to flee the Japanese invasion of Singapore in February\, 1942. Bombed by Japanese fighter planes and after spending days at sea\, she and some other survivors found their way to Radji Beach on Banka Island where they surrendered. In one of the most atrocious acts of war crimes in our history\, 22 nurses were forced to march into the sea where they were callously machine gunned. The only survivor and witness\, Vivian spent the rest of the war in a prison camp before liberation\, and her remaining years fighting for recognition of the bravery of her friends and colleagues; their strength and courage in the face of death sustaining her for the rest of her illustrious life. \n \n 21 Hearts relays the resilient Aussie humour displayed by the women in the camp and provides a respectful and authentic voice to those who were silenced\, remembering them for who they were and not just for what happened to them. A story of hope\, courage\, resilience and heart. Featuring 6 of WA’s most outstanding actors\, 21 Hearts is a celebration of the human spirit and an uplifting\, inspiring story which reminds us of the great futility of war. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 \n \n THEATRE 180 is a proudly Western Australian company which tours works throughout the state and beyond\, sharing heritage stories of Western Australia and our nation’s past to gain an insight into who we are now and our future as a diverse and vibrant multicultural society. In 2023 we were awarded a Western Australian Heritage Award for Contributions by a Community Based Organisation for our work in telling WA stories and in 2024 we were awarded Producer of the Year at the CircuitWest Showcase WA Awards. THEATRE 180 is committed to regional touring and playing to audiences in Perth’s metro and outer metro venues\, as well as activating found spaces and established theatres. We are proud to be part of the Preston Street Arts Collective\, helping to revitalise the beautiful Como Theatre as a cultural anchor for the City of South Perth\, welcoming audiences from far and wide to experience our CinePlay genre\, an ensemble approach incorporating the immediacy of live theatre with the visual impact of cinema\, for an immersive and unique live experience. This exciting genre is versatile\, agile and adaptable\, able to be presented in a pop-up style in venues as diverse as theatres\, cinemas\, country Town Halls and Recreation Centres. This world-first genre was created with CinemaStage in 2020 for our award-winning adaptation of A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life (by Jenny Davis and Stuart Halusz)\, which has toured continuously throughout Western Australia and amassed nearly 160 performances so far\, including a tour to QLD. We now having 5 plays in repertoire\, including SYDNEY II: Lost and Found (by Jenny Davis)\, The Lighthouse Girl Saga (by Jenny Davis and Hellie Turner)\, Taking Liberty (by Ingle Knight – a collaboration with WA Museum) and 21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke (by Jenny Davis). The response to this work from around the nation has led to 4 Perth seasons\, a WA regional tour and a season at the Australian War Memorial\, Canberra in July/August this year. All seasons of 21 Hearts have sold-out in advance. This year we collaborated with Government House Foundation on our 6th CinePlay production Arthur Haynes and the Smoking Gun (by Jenny Davis) which had a sold-out season at Government House Ballroom in September and our 7th CinePlay is a collaboration with WA Museum CATALPA: Flight to Freedom (by Jenny Davis) in October/November.Over the last 6 years\, we have also established a loyal following for our choice of gritty\, international plays staged at Burt Memorial Hall\, with our critically acclaimed productions of Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children\, Joe Penhall’s BLUE/ORANGE and Lauren Gunderson’s I AND YOU\, proving a demand for this exciting style of theatre with a strong audience database. We continue our long history of conducting intergenerational oral history workshops with communities and working closely with Aged Care facilities in creating bespoke cultural events and programs with their residents and families; our award-winning work with dementia patients has been particularly impactful. This oral history work extends to veterans’ organisations such as Legacy WA and Buddy Up Australia. THEATRE 180’s unique style of writing has been honed over 3 decades\, and we are committed to the development of emerging WA writers through our Emerging Writers Program who are able to carry on this important storytelling legacy. Central to our purpose is sharing these stories to all Western Australians; our productions are built to tour\, and we believe that geography is no barrier. With our strong audience relationships and large network of venues in outer metro and regional WA\, we look towards the next 30 years and the stories they hold. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bulwinkel\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $77 adults\, $71.50 Concession\, $38.50 Children (12yrs – 17yrs)\, $66 Group (minimum of 10 tickets)\, School Booking $25 (Teacher Free). Ticket sales close 1 hour prior to the performance. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Running Time: 110 min \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 Production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/21-hearts-vivian-bulllwinkel-and-the-nurses-of-the-vyner-brooke-a-theatre-180-production-saturday/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Theatre Production ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/sq-promo-21-hearts.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260711T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260711T205000 DTSTAMP:20260430T050650Z CREATED:20260430T044744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T050650Z UID:72672-1783796400-1783803000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production DESCRIPTION:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 11\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:50 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$38.50 – $77 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Written by Jenny Davis \n \n A compelling true story from WWII\, honouring the bravery strength\, love and hope of Australian Army Nurses in the face of adversity. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Directed by Stuart Halusz \n \n Featuring Caitlin Beresford-Ord\, Rebecca Davis\, Michelle Fornasier\, Alex Jones\, Tegan Mulvany and Helen Searle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bullwinkel was one of 65 Australian nurses who boarded the Vyner Brooke in an attempt to flee the Japanese invasion of Singapore in February\, 1942. Bombed by Japanese fighter planes and after spending days at sea\, she and some other survivors found their way to Radji Beach on Banka Island where they surrendered. In one of the most atrocious acts of war crimes in our history\, 22 nurses were forced to march into the sea where they were callously machine gunned. The only survivor and witness\, Vivian spent the rest of the war in a prison camp before liberation\, and her remaining years fighting for recognition of the bravery of her friends and colleagues; their strength and courage in the face of death sustaining her for the rest of her illustrious life. \n \n 21 Hearts relays the resilient Aussie humour displayed by the women in the camp and provides a respectful and authentic voice to those who were silenced\, remembering them for who they were and not just for what happened to them. A story of hope\, courage\, resilience and heart. Featuring 6 of WA’s most outstanding actors\, 21 Hearts is a celebration of the human spirit and an uplifting\, inspiring story which reminds us of the great futility of war. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 \n \n THEATRE 180 is a proudly Western Australian company which tours works throughout the state and beyond\, sharing heritage stories of Western Australia and our nation’s past to gain an insight into who we are now and our future as a diverse and vibrant multicultural society. In 2023 we were awarded a Western Australian Heritage Award for Contributions by a Community Based Organisation for our work in telling WA stories and in 2024 we were awarded Producer of the Year at the CircuitWest Showcase WA Awards. THEATRE 180 is committed to regional touring and playing to audiences in Perth’s metro and outer metro venues\, as well as activating found spaces and established theatres. We are proud to be part of the Preston Street Arts Collective\, helping to revitalise the beautiful Como Theatre as a cultural anchor for the City of South Perth\, welcoming audiences from far and wide to experience our CinePlay genre\, an ensemble approach incorporating the immediacy of live theatre with the visual impact of cinema\, for an immersive and unique live experience. This exciting genre is versatile\, agile and adaptable\, able to be presented in a pop-up style in venues as diverse as theatres\, cinemas\, country Town Halls and Recreation Centres. This world-first genre was created with CinemaStage in 2020 for our award-winning adaptation of A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life (by Jenny Davis and Stuart Halusz)\, which has toured continuously throughout Western Australia and amassed nearly 160 performances so far\, including a tour to QLD. We now having 5 plays in repertoire\, including SYDNEY II: Lost and Found (by Jenny Davis)\, The Lighthouse Girl Saga (by Jenny Davis and Hellie Turner)\, Taking Liberty (by Ingle Knight – a collaboration with WA Museum) and 21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke (by Jenny Davis). The response to this work from around the nation has led to 4 Perth seasons\, a WA regional tour and a season at the Australian War Memorial\, Canberra in July/August this year. All seasons of 21 Hearts have sold-out in advance. This year we collaborated with Government House Foundation on our 6th CinePlay production Arthur Haynes and the Smoking Gun (by Jenny Davis) which had a sold-out season at Government House Ballroom in September and our 7th CinePlay is a collaboration with WA Museum CATALPA: Flight to Freedom (by Jenny Davis) in October/November.Over the last 6 years\, we have also established a loyal following for our choice of gritty\, international plays staged at Burt Memorial Hall\, with our critically acclaimed productions of Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children\, Joe Penhall’s BLUE/ORANGE and Lauren Gunderson’s I AND YOU\, proving a demand for this exciting style of theatre with a strong audience database. We continue our long history of conducting intergenerational oral history workshops with communities and working closely with Aged Care facilities in creating bespoke cultural events and programs with their residents and families; our award-winning work with dementia patients has been particularly impactful. This oral history work extends to veterans’ organisations such as Legacy WA and Buddy Up Australia. THEATRE 180’s unique style of writing has been honed over 3 decades\, and we are committed to the development of emerging WA writers through our Emerging Writers Program who are able to carry on this important storytelling legacy. Central to our purpose is sharing these stories to all Western Australians; our productions are built to tour\, and we believe that geography is no barrier. With our strong audience relationships and large network of venues in outer metro and regional WA\, we look towards the next 30 years and the stories they hold. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bulwinkel\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $77 adults\, $71.50 Concession\, $38.50 Children (12yrs – 17yrs)\, $66 Group (minimum of 10 tickets)\, School Booking $25 (Teacher Free). Ticket sales close 1 hour prior to the performance. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Running Time: 110 min \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 Production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/21-hearts-vivian-bullwinkel-and-the-nurses-of-the-vyner-brooke-a-theatre-180-production/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Theatre Production ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/sq-promo-21-hearts.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260714T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260714T213000 DTSTAMP:20260504T055234Z CREATED:20260427T070837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T055234Z UID:72579-1784057400-1784064600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Grigoryan Brothers - A Boy Called Sailboat DESCRIPTION:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 11\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:50 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$38.50 – $77 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Written by Jenny Davis \n \n A compelling true story from WWII\, honouring the bravery strength\, love and hope of Australian Army Nurses in the face of adversity. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Directed by Stuart Halusz \n \n Featuring Caitlin Beresford-Ord\, Rebecca Davis\, Michelle Fornasier\, Alex Jones\, Tegan Mulvany and Helen Searle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bullwinkel was one of 65 Australian nurses who boarded the Vyner Brooke in an attempt to flee the Japanese invasion of Singapore in February\, 1942. Bombed by Japanese fighter planes and after spending days at sea\, she and some other survivors found their way to Radji Beach on Banka Island where they surrendered. In one of the most atrocious acts of war crimes in our history\, 22 nurses were forced to march into the sea where they were callously machine gunned. The only survivor and witness\, Vivian spent the rest of the war in a prison camp before liberation\, and her remaining years fighting for recognition of the bravery of her friends and colleagues; their strength and courage in the face of death sustaining her for the rest of her illustrious life. \n \n 21 Hearts relays the resilient Aussie humour displayed by the women in the camp and provides a respectful and authentic voice to those who were silenced\, remembering them for who they were and not just for what happened to them. A story of hope\, courage\, resilience and heart. Featuring 6 of WA’s most outstanding actors\, 21 Hearts is a celebration of the human spirit and an uplifting\, inspiring story which reminds us of the great futility of war. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 \n \n THEATRE 180 is a proudly Western Australian company which tours works throughout the state and beyond\, sharing heritage stories of Western Australia and our nation’s past to gain an insight into who we are now and our future as a diverse and vibrant multicultural society. In 2023 we were awarded a Western Australian Heritage Award for Contributions by a Community Based Organisation for our work in telling WA stories and in 2024 we were awarded Producer of the Year at the CircuitWest Showcase WA Awards. THEATRE 180 is committed to regional touring and playing to audiences in Perth’s metro and outer metro venues\, as well as activating found spaces and established theatres. We are proud to be part of the Preston Street Arts Collective\, helping to revitalise the beautiful Como Theatre as a cultural anchor for the City of South Perth\, welcoming audiences from far and wide to experience our CinePlay genre\, an ensemble approach incorporating the immediacy of live theatre with the visual impact of cinema\, for an immersive and unique live experience. This exciting genre is versatile\, agile and adaptable\, able to be presented in a pop-up style in venues as diverse as theatres\, cinemas\, country Town Halls and Recreation Centres. This world-first genre was created with CinemaStage in 2020 for our award-winning adaptation of A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life (by Jenny Davis and Stuart Halusz)\, which has toured continuously throughout Western Australia and amassed nearly 160 performances so far\, including a tour to QLD. We now having 5 plays in repertoire\, including SYDNEY II: Lost and Found (by Jenny Davis)\, The Lighthouse Girl Saga (by Jenny Davis and Hellie Turner)\, Taking Liberty (by Ingle Knight – a collaboration with WA Museum) and 21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke (by Jenny Davis). The response to this work from around the nation has led to 4 Perth seasons\, a WA regional tour and a season at the Australian War Memorial\, Canberra in July/August this year. All seasons of 21 Hearts have sold-out in advance. This year we collaborated with Government House Foundation on our 6th CinePlay production Arthur Haynes and the Smoking Gun (by Jenny Davis) which had a sold-out season at Government House Ballroom in September and our 7th CinePlay is a collaboration with WA Museum CATALPA: Flight to Freedom (by Jenny Davis) in October/November.Over the last 6 years\, we have also established a loyal following for our choice of gritty\, international plays staged at Burt Memorial Hall\, with our critically acclaimed productions of Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children\, Joe Penhall’s BLUE/ORANGE and Lauren Gunderson’s I AND YOU\, proving a demand for this exciting style of theatre with a strong audience database. We continue our long history of conducting intergenerational oral history workshops with communities and working closely with Aged Care facilities in creating bespoke cultural events and programs with their residents and families; our award-winning work with dementia patients has been particularly impactful. This oral history work extends to veterans’ organisations such as Legacy WA and Buddy Up Australia. THEATRE 180’s unique style of writing has been honed over 3 decades\, and we are committed to the development of emerging WA writers through our Emerging Writers Program who are able to carry on this important storytelling legacy. Central to our purpose is sharing these stories to all Western Australians; our productions are built to tour\, and we believe that geography is no barrier. With our strong audience relationships and large network of venues in outer metro and regional WA\, we look towards the next 30 years and the stories they hold. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bulwinkel\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $77 adults\, $71.50 Concession\, $38.50 Children (12yrs – 17yrs)\, $66 Group (minimum of 10 tickets)\, School Booking $25 (Teacher Free). Ticket sales close 1 hour prior to the performance. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Running Time: 110 min \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 Production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/grigoryan-brothers-a-boy-called-sailboat/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Film,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/sq-promo-a-boy-called-steamboat-v4.png.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260715T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260715T193000 DTSTAMP:20260511T072228Z CREATED:20260313T024204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T072228Z UID:71265-1784138400-1784143800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Benita Bensch DESCRIPTION:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 11\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:50 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$38.50 – $77 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Written by Jenny Davis \n \n A compelling true story from WWII\, honouring the bravery strength\, love and hope of Australian Army Nurses in the face of adversity. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Directed by Stuart Halusz \n \n Featuring Caitlin Beresford-Ord\, Rebecca Davis\, Michelle Fornasier\, Alex Jones\, Tegan Mulvany and Helen Searle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bullwinkel was one of 65 Australian nurses who boarded the Vyner Brooke in an attempt to flee the Japanese invasion of Singapore in February\, 1942. Bombed by Japanese fighter planes and after spending days at sea\, she and some other survivors found their way to Radji Beach on Banka Island where they surrendered. In one of the most atrocious acts of war crimes in our history\, 22 nurses were forced to march into the sea where they were callously machine gunned. The only survivor and witness\, Vivian spent the rest of the war in a prison camp before liberation\, and her remaining years fighting for recognition of the bravery of her friends and colleagues; their strength and courage in the face of death sustaining her for the rest of her illustrious life. \n \n 21 Hearts relays the resilient Aussie humour displayed by the women in the camp and provides a respectful and authentic voice to those who were silenced\, remembering them for who they were and not just for what happened to them. A story of hope\, courage\, resilience and heart. Featuring 6 of WA’s most outstanding actors\, 21 Hearts is a celebration of the human spirit and an uplifting\, inspiring story which reminds us of the great futility of war. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 \n \n THEATRE 180 is a proudly Western Australian company which tours works throughout the state and beyond\, sharing heritage stories of Western Australia and our nation’s past to gain an insight into who we are now and our future as a diverse and vibrant multicultural society. In 2023 we were awarded a Western Australian Heritage Award for Contributions by a Community Based Organisation for our work in telling WA stories and in 2024 we were awarded Producer of the Year at the CircuitWest Showcase WA Awards. THEATRE 180 is committed to regional touring and playing to audiences in Perth’s metro and outer metro venues\, as well as activating found spaces and established theatres. We are proud to be part of the Preston Street Arts Collective\, helping to revitalise the beautiful Como Theatre as a cultural anchor for the City of South Perth\, welcoming audiences from far and wide to experience our CinePlay genre\, an ensemble approach incorporating the immediacy of live theatre with the visual impact of cinema\, for an immersive and unique live experience. This exciting genre is versatile\, agile and adaptable\, able to be presented in a pop-up style in venues as diverse as theatres\, cinemas\, country Town Halls and Recreation Centres. This world-first genre was created with CinemaStage in 2020 for our award-winning adaptation of A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life (by Jenny Davis and Stuart Halusz)\, which has toured continuously throughout Western Australia and amassed nearly 160 performances so far\, including a tour to QLD. We now having 5 plays in repertoire\, including SYDNEY II: Lost and Found (by Jenny Davis)\, The Lighthouse Girl Saga (by Jenny Davis and Hellie Turner)\, Taking Liberty (by Ingle Knight – a collaboration with WA Museum) and 21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke (by Jenny Davis). The response to this work from around the nation has led to 4 Perth seasons\, a WA regional tour and a season at the Australian War Memorial\, Canberra in July/August this year. All seasons of 21 Hearts have sold-out in advance. This year we collaborated with Government House Foundation on our 6th CinePlay production Arthur Haynes and the Smoking Gun (by Jenny Davis) which had a sold-out season at Government House Ballroom in September and our 7th CinePlay is a collaboration with WA Museum CATALPA: Flight to Freedom (by Jenny Davis) in October/November.Over the last 6 years\, we have also established a loyal following for our choice of gritty\, international plays staged at Burt Memorial Hall\, with our critically acclaimed productions of Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children\, Joe Penhall’s BLUE/ORANGE and Lauren Gunderson’s I AND YOU\, proving a demand for this exciting style of theatre with a strong audience database. We continue our long history of conducting intergenerational oral history workshops with communities and working closely with Aged Care facilities in creating bespoke cultural events and programs with their residents and families; our award-winning work with dementia patients has been particularly impactful. This oral history work extends to veterans’ organisations such as Legacy WA and Buddy Up Australia. THEATRE 180’s unique style of writing has been honed over 3 decades\, and we are committed to the development of emerging WA writers through our Emerging Writers Program who are able to carry on this important storytelling legacy. Central to our purpose is sharing these stories to all Western Australians; our productions are built to tour\, and we believe that geography is no barrier. With our strong audience relationships and large network of venues in outer metro and regional WA\, we look towards the next 30 years and the stories they hold. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bulwinkel\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $77 adults\, $71.50 Concession\, $38.50 Children (12yrs – 17yrs)\, $66 Group (minimum of 10 tickets)\, School Booking $25 (Teacher Free). Ticket sales close 1 hour prior to the performance. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Running Time: 110 min \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 Production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/benita-bensch/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/sp-promo-talks-benita-bensch-FINAL.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260715T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260715T200000 DTSTAMP:20260509T055023Z CREATED:20260509T054421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T055023Z UID:72886-1784142000-1784145600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Kadampa Meditation Series | A Full Heart: Gratitude and Contentment in Daily Life DESCRIPTION:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 11\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:50 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$38.50 – $77 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Written by Jenny Davis \n \n A compelling true story from WWII\, honouring the bravery strength\, love and hope of Australian Army Nurses in the face of adversity. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Directed by Stuart Halusz \n \n Featuring Caitlin Beresford-Ord\, Rebecca Davis\, Michelle Fornasier\, Alex Jones\, Tegan Mulvany and Helen Searle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bullwinkel was one of 65 Australian nurses who boarded the Vyner Brooke in an attempt to flee the Japanese invasion of Singapore in February\, 1942. Bombed by Japanese fighter planes and after spending days at sea\, she and some other survivors found their way to Radji Beach on Banka Island where they surrendered. In one of the most atrocious acts of war crimes in our history\, 22 nurses were forced to march into the sea where they were callously machine gunned. The only survivor and witness\, Vivian spent the rest of the war in a prison camp before liberation\, and her remaining years fighting for recognition of the bravery of her friends and colleagues; their strength and courage in the face of death sustaining her for the rest of her illustrious life. \n \n 21 Hearts relays the resilient Aussie humour displayed by the women in the camp and provides a respectful and authentic voice to those who were silenced\, remembering them for who they were and not just for what happened to them. A story of hope\, courage\, resilience and heart. Featuring 6 of WA’s most outstanding actors\, 21 Hearts is a celebration of the human spirit and an uplifting\, inspiring story which reminds us of the great futility of war. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 \n \n THEATRE 180 is a proudly Western Australian company which tours works throughout the state and beyond\, sharing heritage stories of Western Australia and our nation’s past to gain an insight into who we are now and our future as a diverse and vibrant multicultural society. In 2023 we were awarded a Western Australian Heritage Award for Contributions by a Community Based Organisation for our work in telling WA stories and in 2024 we were awarded Producer of the Year at the CircuitWest Showcase WA Awards. THEATRE 180 is committed to regional touring and playing to audiences in Perth’s metro and outer metro venues\, as well as activating found spaces and established theatres. We are proud to be part of the Preston Street Arts Collective\, helping to revitalise the beautiful Como Theatre as a cultural anchor for the City of South Perth\, welcoming audiences from far and wide to experience our CinePlay genre\, an ensemble approach incorporating the immediacy of live theatre with the visual impact of cinema\, for an immersive and unique live experience. This exciting genre is versatile\, agile and adaptable\, able to be presented in a pop-up style in venues as diverse as theatres\, cinemas\, country Town Halls and Recreation Centres. This world-first genre was created with CinemaStage in 2020 for our award-winning adaptation of A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life (by Jenny Davis and Stuart Halusz)\, which has toured continuously throughout Western Australia and amassed nearly 160 performances so far\, including a tour to QLD. We now having 5 plays in repertoire\, including SYDNEY II: Lost and Found (by Jenny Davis)\, The Lighthouse Girl Saga (by Jenny Davis and Hellie Turner)\, Taking Liberty (by Ingle Knight – a collaboration with WA Museum) and 21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke (by Jenny Davis). The response to this work from around the nation has led to 4 Perth seasons\, a WA regional tour and a season at the Australian War Memorial\, Canberra in July/August this year. All seasons of 21 Hearts have sold-out in advance. This year we collaborated with Government House Foundation on our 6th CinePlay production Arthur Haynes and the Smoking Gun (by Jenny Davis) which had a sold-out season at Government House Ballroom in September and our 7th CinePlay is a collaboration with WA Museum CATALPA: Flight to Freedom (by Jenny Davis) in October/November.Over the last 6 years\, we have also established a loyal following for our choice of gritty\, international plays staged at Burt Memorial Hall\, with our critically acclaimed productions of Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children\, Joe Penhall’s BLUE/ORANGE and Lauren Gunderson’s I AND YOU\, proving a demand for this exciting style of theatre with a strong audience database. We continue our long history of conducting intergenerational oral history workshops with communities and working closely with Aged Care facilities in creating bespoke cultural events and programs with their residents and families; our award-winning work with dementia patients has been particularly impactful. This oral history work extends to veterans’ organisations such as Legacy WA and Buddy Up Australia. THEATRE 180’s unique style of writing has been honed over 3 decades\, and we are committed to the development of emerging WA writers through our Emerging Writers Program who are able to carry on this important storytelling legacy. Central to our purpose is sharing these stories to all Western Australians; our productions are built to tour\, and we believe that geography is no barrier. With our strong audience relationships and large network of venues in outer metro and regional WA\, we look towards the next 30 years and the stories they hold. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bulwinkel\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $77 adults\, $71.50 Concession\, $38.50 Children (12yrs – 17yrs)\, $66 Group (minimum of 10 tickets)\, School Booking $25 (Teacher Free). Ticket sales close 1 hour prior to the performance. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Running Time: 110 min \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 Production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/kadampa-meditation-series-a-full-heart-gratitude-and-contentment-in-daily-life-15-july/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:kadampa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/5-Gratitude_GP_Class_BMI-Square.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation":MAILTO:info@kadampa.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260716T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260716T210000 DTSTAMP:20260331T034341Z CREATED:20260129T044738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T034341Z UID:70423-1784230200-1784235600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Film Society | Journey Home DESCRIPTION:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 11\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:50 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$38.50 – $77 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Written by Jenny Davis \n \n A compelling true story from WWII\, honouring the bravery strength\, love and hope of Australian Army Nurses in the face of adversity. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Directed by Stuart Halusz \n \n Featuring Caitlin Beresford-Ord\, Rebecca Davis\, Michelle Fornasier\, Alex Jones\, Tegan Mulvany and Helen Searle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bullwinkel was one of 65 Australian nurses who boarded the Vyner Brooke in an attempt to flee the Japanese invasion of Singapore in February\, 1942. Bombed by Japanese fighter planes and after spending days at sea\, she and some other survivors found their way to Radji Beach on Banka Island where they surrendered. In one of the most atrocious acts of war crimes in our history\, 22 nurses were forced to march into the sea where they were callously machine gunned. The only survivor and witness\, Vivian spent the rest of the war in a prison camp before liberation\, and her remaining years fighting for recognition of the bravery of her friends and colleagues; their strength and courage in the face of death sustaining her for the rest of her illustrious life. \n \n 21 Hearts relays the resilient Aussie humour displayed by the women in the camp and provides a respectful and authentic voice to those who were silenced\, remembering them for who they were and not just for what happened to them. A story of hope\, courage\, resilience and heart. Featuring 6 of WA’s most outstanding actors\, 21 Hearts is a celebration of the human spirit and an uplifting\, inspiring story which reminds us of the great futility of war. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 \n \n THEATRE 180 is a proudly Western Australian company which tours works throughout the state and beyond\, sharing heritage stories of Western Australia and our nation’s past to gain an insight into who we are now and our future as a diverse and vibrant multicultural society. In 2023 we were awarded a Western Australian Heritage Award for Contributions by a Community Based Organisation for our work in telling WA stories and in 2024 we were awarded Producer of the Year at the CircuitWest Showcase WA Awards. THEATRE 180 is committed to regional touring and playing to audiences in Perth’s metro and outer metro venues\, as well as activating found spaces and established theatres. We are proud to be part of the Preston Street Arts Collective\, helping to revitalise the beautiful Como Theatre as a cultural anchor for the City of South Perth\, welcoming audiences from far and wide to experience our CinePlay genre\, an ensemble approach incorporating the immediacy of live theatre with the visual impact of cinema\, for an immersive and unique live experience. This exciting genre is versatile\, agile and adaptable\, able to be presented in a pop-up style in venues as diverse as theatres\, cinemas\, country Town Halls and Recreation Centres. This world-first genre was created with CinemaStage in 2020 for our award-winning adaptation of A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life (by Jenny Davis and Stuart Halusz)\, which has toured continuously throughout Western Australia and amassed nearly 160 performances so far\, including a tour to QLD. We now having 5 plays in repertoire\, including SYDNEY II: Lost and Found (by Jenny Davis)\, The Lighthouse Girl Saga (by Jenny Davis and Hellie Turner)\, Taking Liberty (by Ingle Knight – a collaboration with WA Museum) and 21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke (by Jenny Davis). The response to this work from around the nation has led to 4 Perth seasons\, a WA regional tour and a season at the Australian War Memorial\, Canberra in July/August this year. All seasons of 21 Hearts have sold-out in advance. This year we collaborated with Government House Foundation on our 6th CinePlay production Arthur Haynes and the Smoking Gun (by Jenny Davis) which had a sold-out season at Government House Ballroom in September and our 7th CinePlay is a collaboration with WA Museum CATALPA: Flight to Freedom (by Jenny Davis) in October/November.Over the last 6 years\, we have also established a loyal following for our choice of gritty\, international plays staged at Burt Memorial Hall\, with our critically acclaimed productions of Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children\, Joe Penhall’s BLUE/ORANGE and Lauren Gunderson’s I AND YOU\, proving a demand for this exciting style of theatre with a strong audience database. We continue our long history of conducting intergenerational oral history workshops with communities and working closely with Aged Care facilities in creating bespoke cultural events and programs with their residents and families; our award-winning work with dementia patients has been particularly impactful. This oral history work extends to veterans’ organisations such as Legacy WA and Buddy Up Australia. THEATRE 180’s unique style of writing has been honed over 3 decades\, and we are committed to the development of emerging WA writers through our Emerging Writers Program who are able to carry on this important storytelling legacy. Central to our purpose is sharing these stories to all Western Australians; our productions are built to tour\, and we believe that geography is no barrier. With our strong audience relationships and large network of venues in outer metro and regional WA\, we look towards the next 30 years and the stories they hold. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bulwinkel\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $77 adults\, $71.50 Concession\, $38.50 Children (12yrs – 17yrs)\, $66 Group (minimum of 10 tickets)\, School Booking $25 (Teacher Free). Ticket sales close 1 hour prior to the performance. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Running Time: 110 min \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 Production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/ballarat-film-society-journey-home/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Ballarat Film Society,Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/journey-home-sq-promo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260720T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260720T193000 DTSTAMP:20260507T043115Z CREATED:20260420T042351Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T043115Z UID:72345-1784570400-1784575800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Petronella McGovern DESCRIPTION:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 11\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:50 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$38.50 – $77 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Written by Jenny Davis \n \n A compelling true story from WWII\, honouring the bravery strength\, love and hope of Australian Army Nurses in the face of adversity. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Directed by Stuart Halusz \n \n Featuring Caitlin Beresford-Ord\, Rebecca Davis\, Michelle Fornasier\, Alex Jones\, Tegan Mulvany and Helen Searle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bullwinkel was one of 65 Australian nurses who boarded the Vyner Brooke in an attempt to flee the Japanese invasion of Singapore in February\, 1942. Bombed by Japanese fighter planes and after spending days at sea\, she and some other survivors found their way to Radji Beach on Banka Island where they surrendered. In one of the most atrocious acts of war crimes in our history\, 22 nurses were forced to march into the sea where they were callously machine gunned. The only survivor and witness\, Vivian spent the rest of the war in a prison camp before liberation\, and her remaining years fighting for recognition of the bravery of her friends and colleagues; their strength and courage in the face of death sustaining her for the rest of her illustrious life. \n \n 21 Hearts relays the resilient Aussie humour displayed by the women in the camp and provides a respectful and authentic voice to those who were silenced\, remembering them for who they were and not just for what happened to them. A story of hope\, courage\, resilience and heart. Featuring 6 of WA’s most outstanding actors\, 21 Hearts is a celebration of the human spirit and an uplifting\, inspiring story which reminds us of the great futility of war. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 \n \n THEATRE 180 is a proudly Western Australian company which tours works throughout the state and beyond\, sharing heritage stories of Western Australia and our nation’s past to gain an insight into who we are now and our future as a diverse and vibrant multicultural society. In 2023 we were awarded a Western Australian Heritage Award for Contributions by a Community Based Organisation for our work in telling WA stories and in 2024 we were awarded Producer of the Year at the CircuitWest Showcase WA Awards. THEATRE 180 is committed to regional touring and playing to audiences in Perth’s metro and outer metro venues\, as well as activating found spaces and established theatres. We are proud to be part of the Preston Street Arts Collective\, helping to revitalise the beautiful Como Theatre as a cultural anchor for the City of South Perth\, welcoming audiences from far and wide to experience our CinePlay genre\, an ensemble approach incorporating the immediacy of live theatre with the visual impact of cinema\, for an immersive and unique live experience. This exciting genre is versatile\, agile and adaptable\, able to be presented in a pop-up style in venues as diverse as theatres\, cinemas\, country Town Halls and Recreation Centres. This world-first genre was created with CinemaStage in 2020 for our award-winning adaptation of A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life (by Jenny Davis and Stuart Halusz)\, which has toured continuously throughout Western Australia and amassed nearly 160 performances so far\, including a tour to QLD. We now having 5 plays in repertoire\, including SYDNEY II: Lost and Found (by Jenny Davis)\, The Lighthouse Girl Saga (by Jenny Davis and Hellie Turner)\, Taking Liberty (by Ingle Knight – a collaboration with WA Museum) and 21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke (by Jenny Davis). The response to this work from around the nation has led to 4 Perth seasons\, a WA regional tour and a season at the Australian War Memorial\, Canberra in July/August this year. All seasons of 21 Hearts have sold-out in advance. This year we collaborated with Government House Foundation on our 6th CinePlay production Arthur Haynes and the Smoking Gun (by Jenny Davis) which had a sold-out season at Government House Ballroom in September and our 7th CinePlay is a collaboration with WA Museum CATALPA: Flight to Freedom (by Jenny Davis) in October/November.Over the last 6 years\, we have also established a loyal following for our choice of gritty\, international plays staged at Burt Memorial Hall\, with our critically acclaimed productions of Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children\, Joe Penhall’s BLUE/ORANGE and Lauren Gunderson’s I AND YOU\, proving a demand for this exciting style of theatre with a strong audience database. We continue our long history of conducting intergenerational oral history workshops with communities and working closely with Aged Care facilities in creating bespoke cultural events and programs with their residents and families; our award-winning work with dementia patients has been particularly impactful. This oral history work extends to veterans’ organisations such as Legacy WA and Buddy Up Australia. THEATRE 180’s unique style of writing has been honed over 3 decades\, and we are committed to the development of emerging WA writers through our Emerging Writers Program who are able to carry on this important storytelling legacy. Central to our purpose is sharing these stories to all Western Australians; our productions are built to tour\, and we believe that geography is no barrier. With our strong audience relationships and large network of venues in outer metro and regional WA\, we look towards the next 30 years and the stories they hold. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bulwinkel\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $77 adults\, $71.50 Concession\, $38.50 Children (12yrs – 17yrs)\, $66 Group (minimum of 10 tickets)\, School Booking $25 (Teacher Free). Ticket sales close 1 hour prior to the performance. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Running Time: 110 min \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 Production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/petronella-mcgovern/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/sp-promo-talks-petronella-mcgovern-v3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260722T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260722T200000 DTSTAMP:20260509T054800Z CREATED:20260509T054745Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T054800Z UID:72889-1784746800-1784750400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Kadampa Meditation Series | A Full Heart: Gratitude and Contentment in Daily Life DESCRIPTION:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 11\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:50 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$38.50 – $77 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Written by Jenny Davis \n \n A compelling true story from WWII\, honouring the bravery strength\, love and hope of Australian Army Nurses in the face of adversity. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Directed by Stuart Halusz \n \n Featuring Caitlin Beresford-Ord\, Rebecca Davis\, Michelle Fornasier\, Alex Jones\, Tegan Mulvany and Helen Searle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bullwinkel was one of 65 Australian nurses who boarded the Vyner Brooke in an attempt to flee the Japanese invasion of Singapore in February\, 1942. Bombed by Japanese fighter planes and after spending days at sea\, she and some other survivors found their way to Radji Beach on Banka Island where they surrendered. In one of the most atrocious acts of war crimes in our history\, 22 nurses were forced to march into the sea where they were callously machine gunned. The only survivor and witness\, Vivian spent the rest of the war in a prison camp before liberation\, and her remaining years fighting for recognition of the bravery of her friends and colleagues; their strength and courage in the face of death sustaining her for the rest of her illustrious life. \n \n 21 Hearts relays the resilient Aussie humour displayed by the women in the camp and provides a respectful and authentic voice to those who were silenced\, remembering them for who they were and not just for what happened to them. A story of hope\, courage\, resilience and heart. Featuring 6 of WA’s most outstanding actors\, 21 Hearts is a celebration of the human spirit and an uplifting\, inspiring story which reminds us of the great futility of war. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 \n \n THEATRE 180 is a proudly Western Australian company which tours works throughout the state and beyond\, sharing heritage stories of Western Australia and our nation’s past to gain an insight into who we are now and our future as a diverse and vibrant multicultural society. In 2023 we were awarded a Western Australian Heritage Award for Contributions by a Community Based Organisation for our work in telling WA stories and in 2024 we were awarded Producer of the Year at the CircuitWest Showcase WA Awards. THEATRE 180 is committed to regional touring and playing to audiences in Perth’s metro and outer metro venues\, as well as activating found spaces and established theatres. We are proud to be part of the Preston Street Arts Collective\, helping to revitalise the beautiful Como Theatre as a cultural anchor for the City of South Perth\, welcoming audiences from far and wide to experience our CinePlay genre\, an ensemble approach incorporating the immediacy of live theatre with the visual impact of cinema\, for an immersive and unique live experience. This exciting genre is versatile\, agile and adaptable\, able to be presented in a pop-up style in venues as diverse as theatres\, cinemas\, country Town Halls and Recreation Centres. This world-first genre was created with CinemaStage in 2020 for our award-winning adaptation of A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life (by Jenny Davis and Stuart Halusz)\, which has toured continuously throughout Western Australia and amassed nearly 160 performances so far\, including a tour to QLD. We now having 5 plays in repertoire\, including SYDNEY II: Lost and Found (by Jenny Davis)\, The Lighthouse Girl Saga (by Jenny Davis and Hellie Turner)\, Taking Liberty (by Ingle Knight – a collaboration with WA Museum) and 21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke (by Jenny Davis). The response to this work from around the nation has led to 4 Perth seasons\, a WA regional tour and a season at the Australian War Memorial\, Canberra in July/August this year. All seasons of 21 Hearts have sold-out in advance. This year we collaborated with Government House Foundation on our 6th CinePlay production Arthur Haynes and the Smoking Gun (by Jenny Davis) which had a sold-out season at Government House Ballroom in September and our 7th CinePlay is a collaboration with WA Museum CATALPA: Flight to Freedom (by Jenny Davis) in October/November.Over the last 6 years\, we have also established a loyal following for our choice of gritty\, international plays staged at Burt Memorial Hall\, with our critically acclaimed productions of Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children\, Joe Penhall’s BLUE/ORANGE and Lauren Gunderson’s I AND YOU\, proving a demand for this exciting style of theatre with a strong audience database. We continue our long history of conducting intergenerational oral history workshops with communities and working closely with Aged Care facilities in creating bespoke cultural events and programs with their residents and families; our award-winning work with dementia patients has been particularly impactful. This oral history work extends to veterans’ organisations such as Legacy WA and Buddy Up Australia. THEATRE 180’s unique style of writing has been honed over 3 decades\, and we are committed to the development of emerging WA writers through our Emerging Writers Program who are able to carry on this important storytelling legacy. Central to our purpose is sharing these stories to all Western Australians; our productions are built to tour\, and we believe that geography is no barrier. With our strong audience relationships and large network of venues in outer metro and regional WA\, we look towards the next 30 years and the stories they hold. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bulwinkel\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $77 adults\, $71.50 Concession\, $38.50 Children (12yrs – 17yrs)\, $66 Group (minimum of 10 tickets)\, School Booking $25 (Teacher Free). Ticket sales close 1 hour prior to the performance. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Running Time: 110 min \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 Production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/kadampa-meditation-series-a-full-heart-gratitude-and-contentment-in-daily-life-22-july/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:kadampa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/5-Gratitude_GP_Class_BMI-Square.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation":MAILTO:info@kadampa.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260723T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260723T210000 DTSTAMP:20260331T034312Z CREATED:20260223T045111Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T034312Z UID:70806-1784833200-1784840400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:God of Carnage\, A Ballarat National Theatre Production DESCRIPTION:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 11\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:50 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$38.50 – $77 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Written by Jenny Davis \n \n A compelling true story from WWII\, honouring the bravery strength\, love and hope of Australian Army Nurses in the face of adversity. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Directed by Stuart Halusz \n \n Featuring Caitlin Beresford-Ord\, Rebecca Davis\, Michelle Fornasier\, Alex Jones\, Tegan Mulvany and Helen Searle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bullwinkel was one of 65 Australian nurses who boarded the Vyner Brooke in an attempt to flee the Japanese invasion of Singapore in February\, 1942. Bombed by Japanese fighter planes and after spending days at sea\, she and some other survivors found their way to Radji Beach on Banka Island where they surrendered. In one of the most atrocious acts of war crimes in our history\, 22 nurses were forced to march into the sea where they were callously machine gunned. The only survivor and witness\, Vivian spent the rest of the war in a prison camp before liberation\, and her remaining years fighting for recognition of the bravery of her friends and colleagues; their strength and courage in the face of death sustaining her for the rest of her illustrious life. \n \n 21 Hearts relays the resilient Aussie humour displayed by the women in the camp and provides a respectful and authentic voice to those who were silenced\, remembering them for who they were and not just for what happened to them. A story of hope\, courage\, resilience and heart. Featuring 6 of WA’s most outstanding actors\, 21 Hearts is a celebration of the human spirit and an uplifting\, inspiring story which reminds us of the great futility of war. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 \n \n THEATRE 180 is a proudly Western Australian company which tours works throughout the state and beyond\, sharing heritage stories of Western Australia and our nation’s past to gain an insight into who we are now and our future as a diverse and vibrant multicultural society. In 2023 we were awarded a Western Australian Heritage Award for Contributions by a Community Based Organisation for our work in telling WA stories and in 2024 we were awarded Producer of the Year at the CircuitWest Showcase WA Awards. THEATRE 180 is committed to regional touring and playing to audiences in Perth’s metro and outer metro venues\, as well as activating found spaces and established theatres. We are proud to be part of the Preston Street Arts Collective\, helping to revitalise the beautiful Como Theatre as a cultural anchor for the City of South Perth\, welcoming audiences from far and wide to experience our CinePlay genre\, an ensemble approach incorporating the immediacy of live theatre with the visual impact of cinema\, for an immersive and unique live experience. This exciting genre is versatile\, agile and adaptable\, able to be presented in a pop-up style in venues as diverse as theatres\, cinemas\, country Town Halls and Recreation Centres. This world-first genre was created with CinemaStage in 2020 for our award-winning adaptation of A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life (by Jenny Davis and Stuart Halusz)\, which has toured continuously throughout Western Australia and amassed nearly 160 performances so far\, including a tour to QLD. We now having 5 plays in repertoire\, including SYDNEY II: Lost and Found (by Jenny Davis)\, The Lighthouse Girl Saga (by Jenny Davis and Hellie Turner)\, Taking Liberty (by Ingle Knight – a collaboration with WA Museum) and 21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke (by Jenny Davis). The response to this work from around the nation has led to 4 Perth seasons\, a WA regional tour and a season at the Australian War Memorial\, Canberra in July/August this year. All seasons of 21 Hearts have sold-out in advance. This year we collaborated with Government House Foundation on our 6th CinePlay production Arthur Haynes and the Smoking Gun (by Jenny Davis) which had a sold-out season at Government House Ballroom in September and our 7th CinePlay is a collaboration with WA Museum CATALPA: Flight to Freedom (by Jenny Davis) in October/November.Over the last 6 years\, we have also established a loyal following for our choice of gritty\, international plays staged at Burt Memorial Hall\, with our critically acclaimed productions of Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children\, Joe Penhall’s BLUE/ORANGE and Lauren Gunderson’s I AND YOU\, proving a demand for this exciting style of theatre with a strong audience database. We continue our long history of conducting intergenerational oral history workshops with communities and working closely with Aged Care facilities in creating bespoke cultural events and programs with their residents and families; our award-winning work with dementia patients has been particularly impactful. This oral history work extends to veterans’ organisations such as Legacy WA and Buddy Up Australia. THEATRE 180’s unique style of writing has been honed over 3 decades\, and we are committed to the development of emerging WA writers through our Emerging Writers Program who are able to carry on this important storytelling legacy. Central to our purpose is sharing these stories to all Western Australians; our productions are built to tour\, and we believe that geography is no barrier. With our strong audience relationships and large network of venues in outer metro and regional WA\, we look towards the next 30 years and the stories they hold. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bulwinkel\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $77 adults\, $71.50 Concession\, $38.50 Children (12yrs – 17yrs)\, $66 Group (minimum of 10 tickets)\, School Booking $25 (Teacher Free). Ticket sales close 1 hour prior to the performance. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Running Time: 110 min \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 Production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/god-of-carnage-23-july/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Ballarat National Theatre,Theatre Production ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/God-of-Carnage-BMI-Square.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Ballarat National Theatre":MAILTO:contact@bnt.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260724T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260724T123000 DTSTAMP:20260617T043709Z CREATED:20260520T015158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T043709Z UID:73020-1784890800-1784896200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Arresting the Ephemeral: The Beautiful Usefulness of a Victorian Herbarium DESCRIPTION:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 11\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:50 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$38.50 – $77 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Written by Jenny Davis \n \n A compelling true story from WWII\, honouring the bravery strength\, love and hope of Australian Army Nurses in the face of adversity. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Directed by Stuart Halusz \n \n Featuring Caitlin Beresford-Ord\, Rebecca Davis\, Michelle Fornasier\, Alex Jones\, Tegan Mulvany and Helen Searle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bullwinkel was one of 65 Australian nurses who boarded the Vyner Brooke in an attempt to flee the Japanese invasion of Singapore in February\, 1942. Bombed by Japanese fighter planes and after spending days at sea\, she and some other survivors found their way to Radji Beach on Banka Island where they surrendered. In one of the most atrocious acts of war crimes in our history\, 22 nurses were forced to march into the sea where they were callously machine gunned. The only survivor and witness\, Vivian spent the rest of the war in a prison camp before liberation\, and her remaining years fighting for recognition of the bravery of her friends and colleagues; their strength and courage in the face of death sustaining her for the rest of her illustrious life. \n \n 21 Hearts relays the resilient Aussie humour displayed by the women in the camp and provides a respectful and authentic voice to those who were silenced\, remembering them for who they were and not just for what happened to them. A story of hope\, courage\, resilience and heart. Featuring 6 of WA’s most outstanding actors\, 21 Hearts is a celebration of the human spirit and an uplifting\, inspiring story which reminds us of the great futility of war. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 \n \n THEATRE 180 is a proudly Western Australian company which tours works throughout the state and beyond\, sharing heritage stories of Western Australia and our nation’s past to gain an insight into who we are now and our future as a diverse and vibrant multicultural society. In 2023 we were awarded a Western Australian Heritage Award for Contributions by a Community Based Organisation for our work in telling WA stories and in 2024 we were awarded Producer of the Year at the CircuitWest Showcase WA Awards. THEATRE 180 is committed to regional touring and playing to audiences in Perth’s metro and outer metro venues\, as well as activating found spaces and established theatres. We are proud to be part of the Preston Street Arts Collective\, helping to revitalise the beautiful Como Theatre as a cultural anchor for the City of South Perth\, welcoming audiences from far and wide to experience our CinePlay genre\, an ensemble approach incorporating the immediacy of live theatre with the visual impact of cinema\, for an immersive and unique live experience. This exciting genre is versatile\, agile and adaptable\, able to be presented in a pop-up style in venues as diverse as theatres\, cinemas\, country Town Halls and Recreation Centres. This world-first genre was created with CinemaStage in 2020 for our award-winning adaptation of A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life (by Jenny Davis and Stuart Halusz)\, which has toured continuously throughout Western Australia and amassed nearly 160 performances so far\, including a tour to QLD. We now having 5 plays in repertoire\, including SYDNEY II: Lost and Found (by Jenny Davis)\, The Lighthouse Girl Saga (by Jenny Davis and Hellie Turner)\, Taking Liberty (by Ingle Knight – a collaboration with WA Museum) and 21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke (by Jenny Davis). The response to this work from around the nation has led to 4 Perth seasons\, a WA regional tour and a season at the Australian War Memorial\, Canberra in July/August this year. All seasons of 21 Hearts have sold-out in advance. This year we collaborated with Government House Foundation on our 6th CinePlay production Arthur Haynes and the Smoking Gun (by Jenny Davis) which had a sold-out season at Government House Ballroom in September and our 7th CinePlay is a collaboration with WA Museum CATALPA: Flight to Freedom (by Jenny Davis) in October/November.Over the last 6 years\, we have also established a loyal following for our choice of gritty\, international plays staged at Burt Memorial Hall\, with our critically acclaimed productions of Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children\, Joe Penhall’s BLUE/ORANGE and Lauren Gunderson’s I AND YOU\, proving a demand for this exciting style of theatre with a strong audience database. We continue our long history of conducting intergenerational oral history workshops with communities and working closely with Aged Care facilities in creating bespoke cultural events and programs with their residents and families; our award-winning work with dementia patients has been particularly impactful. This oral history work extends to veterans’ organisations such as Legacy WA and Buddy Up Australia. THEATRE 180’s unique style of writing has been honed over 3 decades\, and we are committed to the development of emerging WA writers through our Emerging Writers Program who are able to carry on this important storytelling legacy. Central to our purpose is sharing these stories to all Western Australians; our productions are built to tour\, and we believe that geography is no barrier. With our strong audience relationships and large network of venues in outer metro and regional WA\, we look towards the next 30 years and the stories they hold. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bulwinkel\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $77 adults\, $71.50 Concession\, $38.50 Children (12yrs – 17yrs)\, $66 Group (minimum of 10 tickets)\, School Booking $25 (Teacher Free). Ticket sales close 1 hour prior to the performance. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Running Time: 110 min \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 Production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/arresting-the-ephemeral-the-beautiful-usefulness-of-a-victorian-herbarium/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Rare Book Week,Talk,The Collection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/sq-promo-events-arresting.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260724T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260724T210000 DTSTAMP:20260331T034253Z CREATED:20260223T053244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T034253Z UID:70815-1784919600-1784926800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:God of Carnage\, A Ballarat National Theatre Production DESCRIPTION:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 11\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:50 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$38.50 – $77 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Written by Jenny Davis \n \n A compelling true story from WWII\, honouring the bravery strength\, love and hope of Australian Army Nurses in the face of adversity. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Directed by Stuart Halusz \n \n Featuring Caitlin Beresford-Ord\, Rebecca Davis\, Michelle Fornasier\, Alex Jones\, Tegan Mulvany and Helen Searle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bullwinkel was one of 65 Australian nurses who boarded the Vyner Brooke in an attempt to flee the Japanese invasion of Singapore in February\, 1942. Bombed by Japanese fighter planes and after spending days at sea\, she and some other survivors found their way to Radji Beach on Banka Island where they surrendered. In one of the most atrocious acts of war crimes in our history\, 22 nurses were forced to march into the sea where they were callously machine gunned. The only survivor and witness\, Vivian spent the rest of the war in a prison camp before liberation\, and her remaining years fighting for recognition of the bravery of her friends and colleagues; their strength and courage in the face of death sustaining her for the rest of her illustrious life. \n \n 21 Hearts relays the resilient Aussie humour displayed by the women in the camp and provides a respectful and authentic voice to those who were silenced\, remembering them for who they were and not just for what happened to them. A story of hope\, courage\, resilience and heart. Featuring 6 of WA’s most outstanding actors\, 21 Hearts is a celebration of the human spirit and an uplifting\, inspiring story which reminds us of the great futility of war. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 \n \n THEATRE 180 is a proudly Western Australian company which tours works throughout the state and beyond\, sharing heritage stories of Western Australia and our nation’s past to gain an insight into who we are now and our future as a diverse and vibrant multicultural society. In 2023 we were awarded a Western Australian Heritage Award for Contributions by a Community Based Organisation for our work in telling WA stories and in 2024 we were awarded Producer of the Year at the CircuitWest Showcase WA Awards. THEATRE 180 is committed to regional touring and playing to audiences in Perth’s metro and outer metro venues\, as well as activating found spaces and established theatres. We are proud to be part of the Preston Street Arts Collective\, helping to revitalise the beautiful Como Theatre as a cultural anchor for the City of South Perth\, welcoming audiences from far and wide to experience our CinePlay genre\, an ensemble approach incorporating the immediacy of live theatre with the visual impact of cinema\, for an immersive and unique live experience. This exciting genre is versatile\, agile and adaptable\, able to be presented in a pop-up style in venues as diverse as theatres\, cinemas\, country Town Halls and Recreation Centres. This world-first genre was created with CinemaStage in 2020 for our award-winning adaptation of A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life (by Jenny Davis and Stuart Halusz)\, which has toured continuously throughout Western Australia and amassed nearly 160 performances so far\, including a tour to QLD. We now having 5 plays in repertoire\, including SYDNEY II: Lost and Found (by Jenny Davis)\, The Lighthouse Girl Saga (by Jenny Davis and Hellie Turner)\, Taking Liberty (by Ingle Knight – a collaboration with WA Museum) and 21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke (by Jenny Davis). The response to this work from around the nation has led to 4 Perth seasons\, a WA regional tour and a season at the Australian War Memorial\, Canberra in July/August this year. All seasons of 21 Hearts have sold-out in advance. This year we collaborated with Government House Foundation on our 6th CinePlay production Arthur Haynes and the Smoking Gun (by Jenny Davis) which had a sold-out season at Government House Ballroom in September and our 7th CinePlay is a collaboration with WA Museum CATALPA: Flight to Freedom (by Jenny Davis) in October/November.Over the last 6 years\, we have also established a loyal following for our choice of gritty\, international plays staged at Burt Memorial Hall\, with our critically acclaimed productions of Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children\, Joe Penhall’s BLUE/ORANGE and Lauren Gunderson’s I AND YOU\, proving a demand for this exciting style of theatre with a strong audience database. We continue our long history of conducting intergenerational oral history workshops with communities and working closely with Aged Care facilities in creating bespoke cultural events and programs with their residents and families; our award-winning work with dementia patients has been particularly impactful. This oral history work extends to veterans’ organisations such as Legacy WA and Buddy Up Australia. THEATRE 180’s unique style of writing has been honed over 3 decades\, and we are committed to the development of emerging WA writers through our Emerging Writers Program who are able to carry on this important storytelling legacy. Central to our purpose is sharing these stories to all Western Australians; our productions are built to tour\, and we believe that geography is no barrier. With our strong audience relationships and large network of venues in outer metro and regional WA\, we look towards the next 30 years and the stories they hold. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bulwinkel\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $77 adults\, $71.50 Concession\, $38.50 Children (12yrs – 17yrs)\, $66 Group (minimum of 10 tickets)\, School Booking $25 (Teacher Free). Ticket sales close 1 hour prior to the performance. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Running Time: 110 min \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 Production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/god-of-carnage-24-july/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Ballarat National Theatre,Theatre Production ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/God-of-Carnage-BMI-Square.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Ballarat National Theatre":MAILTO:contact@bnt.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260725T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260725T160000 DTSTAMP:20260331T034233Z CREATED:20260223T053557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T034233Z UID:70819-1784988000-1784995200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:God of Carnage\, A Ballarat National Theatre Production DESCRIPTION:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 11\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:50 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$38.50 – $77 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Written by Jenny Davis \n \n A compelling true story from WWII\, honouring the bravery strength\, love and hope of Australian Army Nurses in the face of adversity. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Directed by Stuart Halusz \n \n Featuring Caitlin Beresford-Ord\, Rebecca Davis\, Michelle Fornasier\, Alex Jones\, Tegan Mulvany and Helen Searle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bullwinkel was one of 65 Australian nurses who boarded the Vyner Brooke in an attempt to flee the Japanese invasion of Singapore in February\, 1942. Bombed by Japanese fighter planes and after spending days at sea\, she and some other survivors found their way to Radji Beach on Banka Island where they surrendered. In one of the most atrocious acts of war crimes in our history\, 22 nurses were forced to march into the sea where they were callously machine gunned. The only survivor and witness\, Vivian spent the rest of the war in a prison camp before liberation\, and her remaining years fighting for recognition of the bravery of her friends and colleagues; their strength and courage in the face of death sustaining her for the rest of her illustrious life. \n \n 21 Hearts relays the resilient Aussie humour displayed by the women in the camp and provides a respectful and authentic voice to those who were silenced\, remembering them for who they were and not just for what happened to them. A story of hope\, courage\, resilience and heart. Featuring 6 of WA’s most outstanding actors\, 21 Hearts is a celebration of the human spirit and an uplifting\, inspiring story which reminds us of the great futility of war. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 \n \n THEATRE 180 is a proudly Western Australian company which tours works throughout the state and beyond\, sharing heritage stories of Western Australia and our nation’s past to gain an insight into who we are now and our future as a diverse and vibrant multicultural society. In 2023 we were awarded a Western Australian Heritage Award for Contributions by a Community Based Organisation for our work in telling WA stories and in 2024 we were awarded Producer of the Year at the CircuitWest Showcase WA Awards. THEATRE 180 is committed to regional touring and playing to audiences in Perth’s metro and outer metro venues\, as well as activating found spaces and established theatres. We are proud to be part of the Preston Street Arts Collective\, helping to revitalise the beautiful Como Theatre as a cultural anchor for the City of South Perth\, welcoming audiences from far and wide to experience our CinePlay genre\, an ensemble approach incorporating the immediacy of live theatre with the visual impact of cinema\, for an immersive and unique live experience. This exciting genre is versatile\, agile and adaptable\, able to be presented in a pop-up style in venues as diverse as theatres\, cinemas\, country Town Halls and Recreation Centres. This world-first genre was created with CinemaStage in 2020 for our award-winning adaptation of A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life (by Jenny Davis and Stuart Halusz)\, which has toured continuously throughout Western Australia and amassed nearly 160 performances so far\, including a tour to QLD. We now having 5 plays in repertoire\, including SYDNEY II: Lost and Found (by Jenny Davis)\, The Lighthouse Girl Saga (by Jenny Davis and Hellie Turner)\, Taking Liberty (by Ingle Knight – a collaboration with WA Museum) and 21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke (by Jenny Davis). The response to this work from around the nation has led to 4 Perth seasons\, a WA regional tour and a season at the Australian War Memorial\, Canberra in July/August this year. All seasons of 21 Hearts have sold-out in advance. This year we collaborated with Government House Foundation on our 6th CinePlay production Arthur Haynes and the Smoking Gun (by Jenny Davis) which had a sold-out season at Government House Ballroom in September and our 7th CinePlay is a collaboration with WA Museum CATALPA: Flight to Freedom (by Jenny Davis) in October/November.Over the last 6 years\, we have also established a loyal following for our choice of gritty\, international plays staged at Burt Memorial Hall\, with our critically acclaimed productions of Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children\, Joe Penhall’s BLUE/ORANGE and Lauren Gunderson’s I AND YOU\, proving a demand for this exciting style of theatre with a strong audience database. We continue our long history of conducting intergenerational oral history workshops with communities and working closely with Aged Care facilities in creating bespoke cultural events and programs with their residents and families; our award-winning work with dementia patients has been particularly impactful. This oral history work extends to veterans’ organisations such as Legacy WA and Buddy Up Australia. THEATRE 180’s unique style of writing has been honed over 3 decades\, and we are committed to the development of emerging WA writers through our Emerging Writers Program who are able to carry on this important storytelling legacy. Central to our purpose is sharing these stories to all Western Australians; our productions are built to tour\, and we believe that geography is no barrier. With our strong audience relationships and large network of venues in outer metro and regional WA\, we look towards the next 30 years and the stories they hold. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bulwinkel\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $77 adults\, $71.50 Concession\, $38.50 Children (12yrs – 17yrs)\, $66 Group (minimum of 10 tickets)\, School Booking $25 (Teacher Free). Ticket sales close 1 hour prior to the performance. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Running Time: 110 min \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 Production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/god-of-carnage-25-july/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Ballarat National Theatre,Theatre Production ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/God-of-Carnage-BMI-Square.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Ballarat National Theatre":MAILTO:contact@bnt.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260725T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260725T210000 DTSTAMP:20260331T034212Z CREATED:20260223T053430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T034212Z UID:70817-1785006000-1785013200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:God of Carnage\, A Ballarat National Theatre Production DESCRIPTION:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 11\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:50 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$38.50 – $77 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Written by Jenny Davis \n \n A compelling true story from WWII\, honouring the bravery strength\, love and hope of Australian Army Nurses in the face of adversity. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Directed by Stuart Halusz \n \n Featuring Caitlin Beresford-Ord\, Rebecca Davis\, Michelle Fornasier\, Alex Jones\, Tegan Mulvany and Helen Searle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bullwinkel was one of 65 Australian nurses who boarded the Vyner Brooke in an attempt to flee the Japanese invasion of Singapore in February\, 1942. Bombed by Japanese fighter planes and after spending days at sea\, she and some other survivors found their way to Radji Beach on Banka Island where they surrendered. In one of the most atrocious acts of war crimes in our history\, 22 nurses were forced to march into the sea where they were callously machine gunned. The only survivor and witness\, Vivian spent the rest of the war in a prison camp before liberation\, and her remaining years fighting for recognition of the bravery of her friends and colleagues; their strength and courage in the face of death sustaining her for the rest of her illustrious life. \n \n 21 Hearts relays the resilient Aussie humour displayed by the women in the camp and provides a respectful and authentic voice to those who were silenced\, remembering them for who they were and not just for what happened to them. A story of hope\, courage\, resilience and heart. Featuring 6 of WA’s most outstanding actors\, 21 Hearts is a celebration of the human spirit and an uplifting\, inspiring story which reminds us of the great futility of war. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 \n \n THEATRE 180 is a proudly Western Australian company which tours works throughout the state and beyond\, sharing heritage stories of Western Australia and our nation’s past to gain an insight into who we are now and our future as a diverse and vibrant multicultural society. In 2023 we were awarded a Western Australian Heritage Award for Contributions by a Community Based Organisation for our work in telling WA stories and in 2024 we were awarded Producer of the Year at the CircuitWest Showcase WA Awards. THEATRE 180 is committed to regional touring and playing to audiences in Perth’s metro and outer metro venues\, as well as activating found spaces and established theatres. We are proud to be part of the Preston Street Arts Collective\, helping to revitalise the beautiful Como Theatre as a cultural anchor for the City of South Perth\, welcoming audiences from far and wide to experience our CinePlay genre\, an ensemble approach incorporating the immediacy of live theatre with the visual impact of cinema\, for an immersive and unique live experience. This exciting genre is versatile\, agile and adaptable\, able to be presented in a pop-up style in venues as diverse as theatres\, cinemas\, country Town Halls and Recreation Centres. This world-first genre was created with CinemaStage in 2020 for our award-winning adaptation of A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life (by Jenny Davis and Stuart Halusz)\, which has toured continuously throughout Western Australia and amassed nearly 160 performances so far\, including a tour to QLD. We now having 5 plays in repertoire\, including SYDNEY II: Lost and Found (by Jenny Davis)\, The Lighthouse Girl Saga (by Jenny Davis and Hellie Turner)\, Taking Liberty (by Ingle Knight – a collaboration with WA Museum) and 21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke (by Jenny Davis). The response to this work from around the nation has led to 4 Perth seasons\, a WA regional tour and a season at the Australian War Memorial\, Canberra in July/August this year. All seasons of 21 Hearts have sold-out in advance. This year we collaborated with Government House Foundation on our 6th CinePlay production Arthur Haynes and the Smoking Gun (by Jenny Davis) which had a sold-out season at Government House Ballroom in September and our 7th CinePlay is a collaboration with WA Museum CATALPA: Flight to Freedom (by Jenny Davis) in October/November.Over the last 6 years\, we have also established a loyal following for our choice of gritty\, international plays staged at Burt Memorial Hall\, with our critically acclaimed productions of Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children\, Joe Penhall’s BLUE/ORANGE and Lauren Gunderson’s I AND YOU\, proving a demand for this exciting style of theatre with a strong audience database. We continue our long history of conducting intergenerational oral history workshops with communities and working closely with Aged Care facilities in creating bespoke cultural events and programs with their residents and families; our award-winning work with dementia patients has been particularly impactful. This oral history work extends to veterans’ organisations such as Legacy WA and Buddy Up Australia. THEATRE 180’s unique style of writing has been honed over 3 decades\, and we are committed to the development of emerging WA writers through our Emerging Writers Program who are able to carry on this important storytelling legacy. Central to our purpose is sharing these stories to all Western Australians; our productions are built to tour\, and we believe that geography is no barrier. With our strong audience relationships and large network of venues in outer metro and regional WA\, we look towards the next 30 years and the stories they hold. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bulwinkel\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $77 adults\, $71.50 Concession\, $38.50 Children (12yrs – 17yrs)\, $66 Group (minimum of 10 tickets)\, School Booking $25 (Teacher Free). Ticket sales close 1 hour prior to the performance. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Running Time: 110 min \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 Production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/god-of-carnage-25-july-2/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Ballarat National Theatre,Theatre Production ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/God-of-Carnage-BMI-Square.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Ballarat National Theatre":MAILTO:contact@bnt.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260729T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260729T193000 DTSTAMP:20260417T012750Z CREATED:20260416T050939Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T012750Z UID:72260-1785348000-1785353400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Phillipa Nefri Clark DESCRIPTION:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 11\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:50 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$38.50 – $77 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Written by Jenny Davis \n \n A compelling true story from WWII\, honouring the bravery strength\, love and hope of Australian Army Nurses in the face of adversity. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Directed by Stuart Halusz \n \n Featuring Caitlin Beresford-Ord\, Rebecca Davis\, Michelle Fornasier\, Alex Jones\, Tegan Mulvany and Helen Searle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bullwinkel was one of 65 Australian nurses who boarded the Vyner Brooke in an attempt to flee the Japanese invasion of Singapore in February\, 1942. Bombed by Japanese fighter planes and after spending days at sea\, she and some other survivors found their way to Radji Beach on Banka Island where they surrendered. In one of the most atrocious acts of war crimes in our history\, 22 nurses were forced to march into the sea where they were callously machine gunned. The only survivor and witness\, Vivian spent the rest of the war in a prison camp before liberation\, and her remaining years fighting for recognition of the bravery of her friends and colleagues; their strength and courage in the face of death sustaining her for the rest of her illustrious life. \n \n 21 Hearts relays the resilient Aussie humour displayed by the women in the camp and provides a respectful and authentic voice to those who were silenced\, remembering them for who they were and not just for what happened to them. A story of hope\, courage\, resilience and heart. Featuring 6 of WA’s most outstanding actors\, 21 Hearts is a celebration of the human spirit and an uplifting\, inspiring story which reminds us of the great futility of war. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 \n \n THEATRE 180 is a proudly Western Australian company which tours works throughout the state and beyond\, sharing heritage stories of Western Australia and our nation’s past to gain an insight into who we are now and our future as a diverse and vibrant multicultural society. In 2023 we were awarded a Western Australian Heritage Award for Contributions by a Community Based Organisation for our work in telling WA stories and in 2024 we were awarded Producer of the Year at the CircuitWest Showcase WA Awards. THEATRE 180 is committed to regional touring and playing to audiences in Perth’s metro and outer metro venues\, as well as activating found spaces and established theatres. We are proud to be part of the Preston Street Arts Collective\, helping to revitalise the beautiful Como Theatre as a cultural anchor for the City of South Perth\, welcoming audiences from far and wide to experience our CinePlay genre\, an ensemble approach incorporating the immediacy of live theatre with the visual impact of cinema\, for an immersive and unique live experience. This exciting genre is versatile\, agile and adaptable\, able to be presented in a pop-up style in venues as diverse as theatres\, cinemas\, country Town Halls and Recreation Centres. This world-first genre was created with CinemaStage in 2020 for our award-winning adaptation of A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life (by Jenny Davis and Stuart Halusz)\, which has toured continuously throughout Western Australia and amassed nearly 160 performances so far\, including a tour to QLD. We now having 5 plays in repertoire\, including SYDNEY II: Lost and Found (by Jenny Davis)\, The Lighthouse Girl Saga (by Jenny Davis and Hellie Turner)\, Taking Liberty (by Ingle Knight – a collaboration with WA Museum) and 21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke (by Jenny Davis). The response to this work from around the nation has led to 4 Perth seasons\, a WA regional tour and a season at the Australian War Memorial\, Canberra in July/August this year. All seasons of 21 Hearts have sold-out in advance. This year we collaborated with Government House Foundation on our 6th CinePlay production Arthur Haynes and the Smoking Gun (by Jenny Davis) which had a sold-out season at Government House Ballroom in September and our 7th CinePlay is a collaboration with WA Museum CATALPA: Flight to Freedom (by Jenny Davis) in October/November.Over the last 6 years\, we have also established a loyal following for our choice of gritty\, international plays staged at Burt Memorial Hall\, with our critically acclaimed productions of Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children\, Joe Penhall’s BLUE/ORANGE and Lauren Gunderson’s I AND YOU\, proving a demand for this exciting style of theatre with a strong audience database. We continue our long history of conducting intergenerational oral history workshops with communities and working closely with Aged Care facilities in creating bespoke cultural events and programs with their residents and families; our award-winning work with dementia patients has been particularly impactful. This oral history work extends to veterans’ organisations such as Legacy WA and Buddy Up Australia. THEATRE 180’s unique style of writing has been honed over 3 decades\, and we are committed to the development of emerging WA writers through our Emerging Writers Program who are able to carry on this important storytelling legacy. Central to our purpose is sharing these stories to all Western Australians; our productions are built to tour\, and we believe that geography is no barrier. With our strong audience relationships and large network of venues in outer metro and regional WA\, we look towards the next 30 years and the stories they hold. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bulwinkel\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $77 adults\, $71.50 Concession\, $38.50 Children (12yrs – 17yrs)\, $66 Group (minimum of 10 tickets)\, School Booking $25 (Teacher Free). Ticket sales close 1 hour prior to the performance. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Running Time: 110 min \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 Production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/phillipa-nefri-clark/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/sp-promo-talks-v2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260801T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260801T235000 DTSTAMP:20260613T032955Z CREATED:20260612T030356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260613T032955Z UID:73553-1785610800-1785628200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Anything for a Mate: Charity Ball DESCRIPTION:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 11\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:50 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$38.50 – $77 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Written by Jenny Davis \n \n A compelling true story from WWII\, honouring the bravery strength\, love and hope of Australian Army Nurses in the face of adversity. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Directed by Stuart Halusz \n \n Featuring Caitlin Beresford-Ord\, Rebecca Davis\, Michelle Fornasier\, Alex Jones\, Tegan Mulvany and Helen Searle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bullwinkel was one of 65 Australian nurses who boarded the Vyner Brooke in an attempt to flee the Japanese invasion of Singapore in February\, 1942. Bombed by Japanese fighter planes and after spending days at sea\, she and some other survivors found their way to Radji Beach on Banka Island where they surrendered. In one of the most atrocious acts of war crimes in our history\, 22 nurses were forced to march into the sea where they were callously machine gunned. The only survivor and witness\, Vivian spent the rest of the war in a prison camp before liberation\, and her remaining years fighting for recognition of the bravery of her friends and colleagues; their strength and courage in the face of death sustaining her for the rest of her illustrious life. \n \n 21 Hearts relays the resilient Aussie humour displayed by the women in the camp and provides a respectful and authentic voice to those who were silenced\, remembering them for who they were and not just for what happened to them. A story of hope\, courage\, resilience and heart. Featuring 6 of WA’s most outstanding actors\, 21 Hearts is a celebration of the human spirit and an uplifting\, inspiring story which reminds us of the great futility of war. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 \n \n THEATRE 180 is a proudly Western Australian company which tours works throughout the state and beyond\, sharing heritage stories of Western Australia and our nation’s past to gain an insight into who we are now and our future as a diverse and vibrant multicultural society. In 2023 we were awarded a Western Australian Heritage Award for Contributions by a Community Based Organisation for our work in telling WA stories and in 2024 we were awarded Producer of the Year at the CircuitWest Showcase WA Awards. THEATRE 180 is committed to regional touring and playing to audiences in Perth’s metro and outer metro venues\, as well as activating found spaces and established theatres. We are proud to be part of the Preston Street Arts Collective\, helping to revitalise the beautiful Como Theatre as a cultural anchor for the City of South Perth\, welcoming audiences from far and wide to experience our CinePlay genre\, an ensemble approach incorporating the immediacy of live theatre with the visual impact of cinema\, for an immersive and unique live experience. This exciting genre is versatile\, agile and adaptable\, able to be presented in a pop-up style in venues as diverse as theatres\, cinemas\, country Town Halls and Recreation Centres. This world-first genre was created with CinemaStage in 2020 for our award-winning adaptation of A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life (by Jenny Davis and Stuart Halusz)\, which has toured continuously throughout Western Australia and amassed nearly 160 performances so far\, including a tour to QLD. We now having 5 plays in repertoire\, including SYDNEY II: Lost and Found (by Jenny Davis)\, The Lighthouse Girl Saga (by Jenny Davis and Hellie Turner)\, Taking Liberty (by Ingle Knight – a collaboration with WA Museum) and 21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke (by Jenny Davis). The response to this work from around the nation has led to 4 Perth seasons\, a WA regional tour and a season at the Australian War Memorial\, Canberra in July/August this year. All seasons of 21 Hearts have sold-out in advance. This year we collaborated with Government House Foundation on our 6th CinePlay production Arthur Haynes and the Smoking Gun (by Jenny Davis) which had a sold-out season at Government House Ballroom in September and our 7th CinePlay is a collaboration with WA Museum CATALPA: Flight to Freedom (by Jenny Davis) in October/November.Over the last 6 years\, we have also established a loyal following for our choice of gritty\, international plays staged at Burt Memorial Hall\, with our critically acclaimed productions of Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children\, Joe Penhall’s BLUE/ORANGE and Lauren Gunderson’s I AND YOU\, proving a demand for this exciting style of theatre with a strong audience database. We continue our long history of conducting intergenerational oral history workshops with communities and working closely with Aged Care facilities in creating bespoke cultural events and programs with their residents and families; our award-winning work with dementia patients has been particularly impactful. This oral history work extends to veterans’ organisations such as Legacy WA and Buddy Up Australia. THEATRE 180’s unique style of writing has been honed over 3 decades\, and we are committed to the development of emerging WA writers through our Emerging Writers Program who are able to carry on this important storytelling legacy. Central to our purpose is sharing these stories to all Western Australians; our productions are built to tour\, and we believe that geography is no barrier. With our strong audience relationships and large network of venues in outer metro and regional WA\, we look towards the next 30 years and the stories they hold. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bulwinkel\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $77 adults\, $71.50 Concession\, $38.50 Children (12yrs – 17yrs)\, $66 Group (minimum of 10 tickets)\, School Booking $25 (Teacher Free). Ticket sales close 1 hour prior to the performance. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Running Time: 110 min \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 Production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/anything-for-a-mate-charity-ball/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:external event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/promo.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260803T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260803T193000 DTSTAMP:20260520T232801Z CREATED:20260520T044923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T232801Z UID:73049-1785780000-1785785400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Margaret Hickety DESCRIPTION:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 11\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:50 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$38.50 – $77 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Written by Jenny Davis \n \n A compelling true story from WWII\, honouring the bravery strength\, love and hope of Australian Army Nurses in the face of adversity. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Directed by Stuart Halusz \n \n Featuring Caitlin Beresford-Ord\, Rebecca Davis\, Michelle Fornasier\, Alex Jones\, Tegan Mulvany and Helen Searle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bullwinkel was one of 65 Australian nurses who boarded the Vyner Brooke in an attempt to flee the Japanese invasion of Singapore in February\, 1942. Bombed by Japanese fighter planes and after spending days at sea\, she and some other survivors found their way to Radji Beach on Banka Island where they surrendered. In one of the most atrocious acts of war crimes in our history\, 22 nurses were forced to march into the sea where they were callously machine gunned. The only survivor and witness\, Vivian spent the rest of the war in a prison camp before liberation\, and her remaining years fighting for recognition of the bravery of her friends and colleagues; their strength and courage in the face of death sustaining her for the rest of her illustrious life. \n \n 21 Hearts relays the resilient Aussie humour displayed by the women in the camp and provides a respectful and authentic voice to those who were silenced\, remembering them for who they were and not just for what happened to them. A story of hope\, courage\, resilience and heart. Featuring 6 of WA’s most outstanding actors\, 21 Hearts is a celebration of the human spirit and an uplifting\, inspiring story which reminds us of the great futility of war. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 \n \n THEATRE 180 is a proudly Western Australian company which tours works throughout the state and beyond\, sharing heritage stories of Western Australia and our nation’s past to gain an insight into who we are now and our future as a diverse and vibrant multicultural society. In 2023 we were awarded a Western Australian Heritage Award for Contributions by a Community Based Organisation for our work in telling WA stories and in 2024 we were awarded Producer of the Year at the CircuitWest Showcase WA Awards. THEATRE 180 is committed to regional touring and playing to audiences in Perth’s metro and outer metro venues\, as well as activating found spaces and established theatres. We are proud to be part of the Preston Street Arts Collective\, helping to revitalise the beautiful Como Theatre as a cultural anchor for the City of South Perth\, welcoming audiences from far and wide to experience our CinePlay genre\, an ensemble approach incorporating the immediacy of live theatre with the visual impact of cinema\, for an immersive and unique live experience. This exciting genre is versatile\, agile and adaptable\, able to be presented in a pop-up style in venues as diverse as theatres\, cinemas\, country Town Halls and Recreation Centres. This world-first genre was created with CinemaStage in 2020 for our award-winning adaptation of A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life (by Jenny Davis and Stuart Halusz)\, which has toured continuously throughout Western Australia and amassed nearly 160 performances so far\, including a tour to QLD. We now having 5 plays in repertoire\, including SYDNEY II: Lost and Found (by Jenny Davis)\, The Lighthouse Girl Saga (by Jenny Davis and Hellie Turner)\, Taking Liberty (by Ingle Knight – a collaboration with WA Museum) and 21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke (by Jenny Davis). The response to this work from around the nation has led to 4 Perth seasons\, a WA regional tour and a season at the Australian War Memorial\, Canberra in July/August this year. All seasons of 21 Hearts have sold-out in advance. This year we collaborated with Government House Foundation on our 6th CinePlay production Arthur Haynes and the Smoking Gun (by Jenny Davis) which had a sold-out season at Government House Ballroom in September and our 7th CinePlay is a collaboration with WA Museum CATALPA: Flight to Freedom (by Jenny Davis) in October/November.Over the last 6 years\, we have also established a loyal following for our choice of gritty\, international plays staged at Burt Memorial Hall\, with our critically acclaimed productions of Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children\, Joe Penhall’s BLUE/ORANGE and Lauren Gunderson’s I AND YOU\, proving a demand for this exciting style of theatre with a strong audience database. We continue our long history of conducting intergenerational oral history workshops with communities and working closely with Aged Care facilities in creating bespoke cultural events and programs with their residents and families; our award-winning work with dementia patients has been particularly impactful. This oral history work extends to veterans’ organisations such as Legacy WA and Buddy Up Australia. THEATRE 180’s unique style of writing has been honed over 3 decades\, and we are committed to the development of emerging WA writers through our Emerging Writers Program who are able to carry on this important storytelling legacy. Central to our purpose is sharing these stories to all Western Australians; our productions are built to tour\, and we believe that geography is no barrier. With our strong audience relationships and large network of venues in outer metro and regional WA\, we look towards the next 30 years and the stories they hold. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bulwinkel\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $77 adults\, $71.50 Concession\, $38.50 Children (12yrs – 17yrs)\, $66 Group (minimum of 10 tickets)\, School Booking $25 (Teacher Free). Ticket sales close 1 hour prior to the performance. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Running Time: 110 min \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 Production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/in-conversation-with-margaret-hickety/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/sp-promo-talks-margaret-hickey.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260807T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260807T190000 DTSTAMP:20260617T043625Z CREATED:20260615T050825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T043625Z UID:73589-1786125600-1786129200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:150 Years of Botanical Communication DESCRIPTION:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 11\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:50 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$38.50 – $77 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Written by Jenny Davis \n \n A compelling true story from WWII\, honouring the bravery strength\, love and hope of Australian Army Nurses in the face of adversity. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Directed by Stuart Halusz \n \n Featuring Caitlin Beresford-Ord\, Rebecca Davis\, Michelle Fornasier\, Alex Jones\, Tegan Mulvany and Helen Searle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bullwinkel was one of 65 Australian nurses who boarded the Vyner Brooke in an attempt to flee the Japanese invasion of Singapore in February\, 1942. Bombed by Japanese fighter planes and after spending days at sea\, she and some other survivors found their way to Radji Beach on Banka Island where they surrendered. In one of the most atrocious acts of war crimes in our history\, 22 nurses were forced to march into the sea where they were callously machine gunned. The only survivor and witness\, Vivian spent the rest of the war in a prison camp before liberation\, and her remaining years fighting for recognition of the bravery of her friends and colleagues; their strength and courage in the face of death sustaining her for the rest of her illustrious life. \n \n 21 Hearts relays the resilient Aussie humour displayed by the women in the camp and provides a respectful and authentic voice to those who were silenced\, remembering them for who they were and not just for what happened to them. A story of hope\, courage\, resilience and heart. Featuring 6 of WA’s most outstanding actors\, 21 Hearts is a celebration of the human spirit and an uplifting\, inspiring story which reminds us of the great futility of war. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 \n \n THEATRE 180 is a proudly Western Australian company which tours works throughout the state and beyond\, sharing heritage stories of Western Australia and our nation’s past to gain an insight into who we are now and our future as a diverse and vibrant multicultural society. In 2023 we were awarded a Western Australian Heritage Award for Contributions by a Community Based Organisation for our work in telling WA stories and in 2024 we were awarded Producer of the Year at the CircuitWest Showcase WA Awards. THEATRE 180 is committed to regional touring and playing to audiences in Perth’s metro and outer metro venues\, as well as activating found spaces and established theatres. We are proud to be part of the Preston Street Arts Collective\, helping to revitalise the beautiful Como Theatre as a cultural anchor for the City of South Perth\, welcoming audiences from far and wide to experience our CinePlay genre\, an ensemble approach incorporating the immediacy of live theatre with the visual impact of cinema\, for an immersive and unique live experience. This exciting genre is versatile\, agile and adaptable\, able to be presented in a pop-up style in venues as diverse as theatres\, cinemas\, country Town Halls and Recreation Centres. This world-first genre was created with CinemaStage in 2020 for our award-winning adaptation of A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life (by Jenny Davis and Stuart Halusz)\, which has toured continuously throughout Western Australia and amassed nearly 160 performances so far\, including a tour to QLD. We now having 5 plays in repertoire\, including SYDNEY II: Lost and Found (by Jenny Davis)\, The Lighthouse Girl Saga (by Jenny Davis and Hellie Turner)\, Taking Liberty (by Ingle Knight – a collaboration with WA Museum) and 21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke (by Jenny Davis). The response to this work from around the nation has led to 4 Perth seasons\, a WA regional tour and a season at the Australian War Memorial\, Canberra in July/August this year. All seasons of 21 Hearts have sold-out in advance. This year we collaborated with Government House Foundation on our 6th CinePlay production Arthur Haynes and the Smoking Gun (by Jenny Davis) which had a sold-out season at Government House Ballroom in September and our 7th CinePlay is a collaboration with WA Museum CATALPA: Flight to Freedom (by Jenny Davis) in October/November.Over the last 6 years\, we have also established a loyal following for our choice of gritty\, international plays staged at Burt Memorial Hall\, with our critically acclaimed productions of Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children\, Joe Penhall’s BLUE/ORANGE and Lauren Gunderson’s I AND YOU\, proving a demand for this exciting style of theatre with a strong audience database. We continue our long history of conducting intergenerational oral history workshops with communities and working closely with Aged Care facilities in creating bespoke cultural events and programs with their residents and families; our award-winning work with dementia patients has been particularly impactful. This oral history work extends to veterans’ organisations such as Legacy WA and Buddy Up Australia. THEATRE 180’s unique style of writing has been honed over 3 decades\, and we are committed to the development of emerging WA writers through our Emerging Writers Program who are able to carry on this important storytelling legacy. Central to our purpose is sharing these stories to all Western Australians; our productions are built to tour\, and we believe that geography is no barrier. With our strong audience relationships and large network of venues in outer metro and regional WA\, we look towards the next 30 years and the stories they hold. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bulwinkel\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $77 adults\, $71.50 Concession\, $38.50 Children (12yrs – 17yrs)\, $66 Group (minimum of 10 tickets)\, School Booking $25 (Teacher Free). Ticket sales close 1 hour prior to the performance. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Running Time: 110 min \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 Production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/150-years-of-botanical-communication/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Talk,The Collection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/sq-promo-events-arresting.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260807T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260807T204000 DTSTAMP:20260331T034032Z CREATED:20251205T035734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T034032Z UID:69366-1786131000-1786135200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Blake Pavey: A Bit Scared DESCRIPTION:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 11\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:50 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$38.50 – $77 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Written by Jenny Davis \n \n A compelling true story from WWII\, honouring the bravery strength\, love and hope of Australian Army Nurses in the face of adversity. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Directed by Stuart Halusz \n \n Featuring Caitlin Beresford-Ord\, Rebecca Davis\, Michelle Fornasier\, Alex Jones\, Tegan Mulvany and Helen Searle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bullwinkel was one of 65 Australian nurses who boarded the Vyner Brooke in an attempt to flee the Japanese invasion of Singapore in February\, 1942. Bombed by Japanese fighter planes and after spending days at sea\, she and some other survivors found their way to Radji Beach on Banka Island where they surrendered. In one of the most atrocious acts of war crimes in our history\, 22 nurses were forced to march into the sea where they were callously machine gunned. The only survivor and witness\, Vivian spent the rest of the war in a prison camp before liberation\, and her remaining years fighting for recognition of the bravery of her friends and colleagues; their strength and courage in the face of death sustaining her for the rest of her illustrious life. \n \n 21 Hearts relays the resilient Aussie humour displayed by the women in the camp and provides a respectful and authentic voice to those who were silenced\, remembering them for who they were and not just for what happened to them. A story of hope\, courage\, resilience and heart. Featuring 6 of WA’s most outstanding actors\, 21 Hearts is a celebration of the human spirit and an uplifting\, inspiring story which reminds us of the great futility of war. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 \n \n THEATRE 180 is a proudly Western Australian company which tours works throughout the state and beyond\, sharing heritage stories of Western Australia and our nation’s past to gain an insight into who we are now and our future as a diverse and vibrant multicultural society. In 2023 we were awarded a Western Australian Heritage Award for Contributions by a Community Based Organisation for our work in telling WA stories and in 2024 we were awarded Producer of the Year at the CircuitWest Showcase WA Awards. THEATRE 180 is committed to regional touring and playing to audiences in Perth’s metro and outer metro venues\, as well as activating found spaces and established theatres. We are proud to be part of the Preston Street Arts Collective\, helping to revitalise the beautiful Como Theatre as a cultural anchor for the City of South Perth\, welcoming audiences from far and wide to experience our CinePlay genre\, an ensemble approach incorporating the immediacy of live theatre with the visual impact of cinema\, for an immersive and unique live experience. This exciting genre is versatile\, agile and adaptable\, able to be presented in a pop-up style in venues as diverse as theatres\, cinemas\, country Town Halls and Recreation Centres. This world-first genre was created with CinemaStage in 2020 for our award-winning adaptation of A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life (by Jenny Davis and Stuart Halusz)\, which has toured continuously throughout Western Australia and amassed nearly 160 performances so far\, including a tour to QLD. We now having 5 plays in repertoire\, including SYDNEY II: Lost and Found (by Jenny Davis)\, The Lighthouse Girl Saga (by Jenny Davis and Hellie Turner)\, Taking Liberty (by Ingle Knight – a collaboration with WA Museum) and 21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke (by Jenny Davis). The response to this work from around the nation has led to 4 Perth seasons\, a WA regional tour and a season at the Australian War Memorial\, Canberra in July/August this year. All seasons of 21 Hearts have sold-out in advance. This year we collaborated with Government House Foundation on our 6th CinePlay production Arthur Haynes and the Smoking Gun (by Jenny Davis) which had a sold-out season at Government House Ballroom in September and our 7th CinePlay is a collaboration with WA Museum CATALPA: Flight to Freedom (by Jenny Davis) in October/November.Over the last 6 years\, we have also established a loyal following for our choice of gritty\, international plays staged at Burt Memorial Hall\, with our critically acclaimed productions of Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children\, Joe Penhall’s BLUE/ORANGE and Lauren Gunderson’s I AND YOU\, proving a demand for this exciting style of theatre with a strong audience database. We continue our long history of conducting intergenerational oral history workshops with communities and working closely with Aged Care facilities in creating bespoke cultural events and programs with their residents and families; our award-winning work with dementia patients has been particularly impactful. This oral history work extends to veterans’ organisations such as Legacy WA and Buddy Up Australia. THEATRE 180’s unique style of writing has been honed over 3 decades\, and we are committed to the development of emerging WA writers through our Emerging Writers Program who are able to carry on this important storytelling legacy. Central to our purpose is sharing these stories to all Western Australians; our productions are built to tour\, and we believe that geography is no barrier. With our strong audience relationships and large network of venues in outer metro and regional WA\, we look towards the next 30 years and the stories they hold. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bulwinkel\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $77 adults\, $71.50 Concession\, $38.50 Children (12yrs – 17yrs)\, $66 Group (minimum of 10 tickets)\, School Booking $25 (Teacher Free). Ticket sales close 1 hour prior to the performance. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Running Time: 110 min \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 Production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/blake-pavey-a-bit-scared/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Comedy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/sq-promo-blake-pavey.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="KEG Touring":MAILTO:Contact@kegtouring.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260812T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260812T193000 DTSTAMP:20260611T041738Z CREATED:20260324T234500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T041738Z UID:71535-1786557600-1786563000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Sophie Green DESCRIPTION:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 11\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:50 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$38.50 – $77 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Written by Jenny Davis \n \n A compelling true story from WWII\, honouring the bravery strength\, love and hope of Australian Army Nurses in the face of adversity. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Directed by Stuart Halusz \n \n Featuring Caitlin Beresford-Ord\, Rebecca Davis\, Michelle Fornasier\, Alex Jones\, Tegan Mulvany and Helen Searle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bullwinkel was one of 65 Australian nurses who boarded the Vyner Brooke in an attempt to flee the Japanese invasion of Singapore in February\, 1942. Bombed by Japanese fighter planes and after spending days at sea\, she and some other survivors found their way to Radji Beach on Banka Island where they surrendered. In one of the most atrocious acts of war crimes in our history\, 22 nurses were forced to march into the sea where they were callously machine gunned. The only survivor and witness\, Vivian spent the rest of the war in a prison camp before liberation\, and her remaining years fighting for recognition of the bravery of her friends and colleagues; their strength and courage in the face of death sustaining her for the rest of her illustrious life. \n \n 21 Hearts relays the resilient Aussie humour displayed by the women in the camp and provides a respectful and authentic voice to those who were silenced\, remembering them for who they were and not just for what happened to them. A story of hope\, courage\, resilience and heart. Featuring 6 of WA’s most outstanding actors\, 21 Hearts is a celebration of the human spirit and an uplifting\, inspiring story which reminds us of the great futility of war. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 \n \n THEATRE 180 is a proudly Western Australian company which tours works throughout the state and beyond\, sharing heritage stories of Western Australia and our nation’s past to gain an insight into who we are now and our future as a diverse and vibrant multicultural society. In 2023 we were awarded a Western Australian Heritage Award for Contributions by a Community Based Organisation for our work in telling WA stories and in 2024 we were awarded Producer of the Year at the CircuitWest Showcase WA Awards. THEATRE 180 is committed to regional touring and playing to audiences in Perth’s metro and outer metro venues\, as well as activating found spaces and established theatres. We are proud to be part of the Preston Street Arts Collective\, helping to revitalise the beautiful Como Theatre as a cultural anchor for the City of South Perth\, welcoming audiences from far and wide to experience our CinePlay genre\, an ensemble approach incorporating the immediacy of live theatre with the visual impact of cinema\, for an immersive and unique live experience. This exciting genre is versatile\, agile and adaptable\, able to be presented in a pop-up style in venues as diverse as theatres\, cinemas\, country Town Halls and Recreation Centres. This world-first genre was created with CinemaStage in 2020 for our award-winning adaptation of A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life (by Jenny Davis and Stuart Halusz)\, which has toured continuously throughout Western Australia and amassed nearly 160 performances so far\, including a tour to QLD. We now having 5 plays in repertoire\, including SYDNEY II: Lost and Found (by Jenny Davis)\, The Lighthouse Girl Saga (by Jenny Davis and Hellie Turner)\, Taking Liberty (by Ingle Knight – a collaboration with WA Museum) and 21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke (by Jenny Davis). The response to this work from around the nation has led to 4 Perth seasons\, a WA regional tour and a season at the Australian War Memorial\, Canberra in July/August this year. All seasons of 21 Hearts have sold-out in advance. This year we collaborated with Government House Foundation on our 6th CinePlay production Arthur Haynes and the Smoking Gun (by Jenny Davis) which had a sold-out season at Government House Ballroom in September and our 7th CinePlay is a collaboration with WA Museum CATALPA: Flight to Freedom (by Jenny Davis) in October/November.Over the last 6 years\, we have also established a loyal following for our choice of gritty\, international plays staged at Burt Memorial Hall\, with our critically acclaimed productions of Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children\, Joe Penhall’s BLUE/ORANGE and Lauren Gunderson’s I AND YOU\, proving a demand for this exciting style of theatre with a strong audience database. We continue our long history of conducting intergenerational oral history workshops with communities and working closely with Aged Care facilities in creating bespoke cultural events and programs with their residents and families; our award-winning work with dementia patients has been particularly impactful. This oral history work extends to veterans’ organisations such as Legacy WA and Buddy Up Australia. THEATRE 180’s unique style of writing has been honed over 3 decades\, and we are committed to the development of emerging WA writers through our Emerging Writers Program who are able to carry on this important storytelling legacy. Central to our purpose is sharing these stories to all Western Australians; our productions are built to tour\, and we believe that geography is no barrier. With our strong audience relationships and large network of venues in outer metro and regional WA\, we look towards the next 30 years and the stories they hold. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bulwinkel\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $77 adults\, $71.50 Concession\, $38.50 Children (12yrs – 17yrs)\, $66 Group (minimum of 10 tickets)\, School Booking $25 (Teacher Free). Ticket sales close 1 hour prior to the performance. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Running Time: 110 min \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 Production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/sophie-green/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/sp-promo-talks-sophie-green.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260813T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260813T210000 DTSTAMP:20260331T033912Z CREATED:20260129T051107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T033912Z UID:70430-1786649400-1786654800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Film Society | The Blue Trail DESCRIPTION:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 11\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:50 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$38.50 – $77 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Written by Jenny Davis \n \n A compelling true story from WWII\, honouring the bravery strength\, love and hope of Australian Army Nurses in the face of adversity. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Directed by Stuart Halusz \n \n Featuring Caitlin Beresford-Ord\, Rebecca Davis\, Michelle Fornasier\, Alex Jones\, Tegan Mulvany and Helen Searle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bullwinkel was one of 65 Australian nurses who boarded the Vyner Brooke in an attempt to flee the Japanese invasion of Singapore in February\, 1942. Bombed by Japanese fighter planes and after spending days at sea\, she and some other survivors found their way to Radji Beach on Banka Island where they surrendered. In one of the most atrocious acts of war crimes in our history\, 22 nurses were forced to march into the sea where they were callously machine gunned. The only survivor and witness\, Vivian spent the rest of the war in a prison camp before liberation\, and her remaining years fighting for recognition of the bravery of her friends and colleagues; their strength and courage in the face of death sustaining her for the rest of her illustrious life. \n \n 21 Hearts relays the resilient Aussie humour displayed by the women in the camp and provides a respectful and authentic voice to those who were silenced\, remembering them for who they were and not just for what happened to them. A story of hope\, courage\, resilience and heart. Featuring 6 of WA’s most outstanding actors\, 21 Hearts is a celebration of the human spirit and an uplifting\, inspiring story which reminds us of the great futility of war. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 \n \n THEATRE 180 is a proudly Western Australian company which tours works throughout the state and beyond\, sharing heritage stories of Western Australia and our nation’s past to gain an insight into who we are now and our future as a diverse and vibrant multicultural society. In 2023 we were awarded a Western Australian Heritage Award for Contributions by a Community Based Organisation for our work in telling WA stories and in 2024 we were awarded Producer of the Year at the CircuitWest Showcase WA Awards. THEATRE 180 is committed to regional touring and playing to audiences in Perth’s metro and outer metro venues\, as well as activating found spaces and established theatres. We are proud to be part of the Preston Street Arts Collective\, helping to revitalise the beautiful Como Theatre as a cultural anchor for the City of South Perth\, welcoming audiences from far and wide to experience our CinePlay genre\, an ensemble approach incorporating the immediacy of live theatre with the visual impact of cinema\, for an immersive and unique live experience. This exciting genre is versatile\, agile and adaptable\, able to be presented in a pop-up style in venues as diverse as theatres\, cinemas\, country Town Halls and Recreation Centres. This world-first genre was created with CinemaStage in 2020 for our award-winning adaptation of A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life (by Jenny Davis and Stuart Halusz)\, which has toured continuously throughout Western Australia and amassed nearly 160 performances so far\, including a tour to QLD. We now having 5 plays in repertoire\, including SYDNEY II: Lost and Found (by Jenny Davis)\, The Lighthouse Girl Saga (by Jenny Davis and Hellie Turner)\, Taking Liberty (by Ingle Knight – a collaboration with WA Museum) and 21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke (by Jenny Davis). The response to this work from around the nation has led to 4 Perth seasons\, a WA regional tour and a season at the Australian War Memorial\, Canberra in July/August this year. All seasons of 21 Hearts have sold-out in advance. This year we collaborated with Government House Foundation on our 6th CinePlay production Arthur Haynes and the Smoking Gun (by Jenny Davis) which had a sold-out season at Government House Ballroom in September and our 7th CinePlay is a collaboration with WA Museum CATALPA: Flight to Freedom (by Jenny Davis) in October/November.Over the last 6 years\, we have also established a loyal following for our choice of gritty\, international plays staged at Burt Memorial Hall\, with our critically acclaimed productions of Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children\, Joe Penhall’s BLUE/ORANGE and Lauren Gunderson’s I AND YOU\, proving a demand for this exciting style of theatre with a strong audience database. We continue our long history of conducting intergenerational oral history workshops with communities and working closely with Aged Care facilities in creating bespoke cultural events and programs with their residents and families; our award-winning work with dementia patients has been particularly impactful. This oral history work extends to veterans’ organisations such as Legacy WA and Buddy Up Australia. THEATRE 180’s unique style of writing has been honed over 3 decades\, and we are committed to the development of emerging WA writers through our Emerging Writers Program who are able to carry on this important storytelling legacy. Central to our purpose is sharing these stories to all Western Australians; our productions are built to tour\, and we believe that geography is no barrier. With our strong audience relationships and large network of venues in outer metro and regional WA\, we look towards the next 30 years and the stories they hold. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bulwinkel\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $77 adults\, $71.50 Concession\, $38.50 Children (12yrs – 17yrs)\, $66 Group (minimum of 10 tickets)\, School Booking $25 (Teacher Free). Ticket sales close 1 hour prior to the performance. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Running Time: 110 min \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 Production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/ballarat-film-society-the-blue-trail/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Ballarat Film Society,Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/the-blue-trail-sq-promo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260905T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260906T140000 DTSTAMP:20260619T051824Z CREATED:20260604T032725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T051824Z UID:73413-1788602400-1788703200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Book Sale | Reward yourself with some excellent Spring reading DESCRIPTION:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 11\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:50 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$38.50 – $77 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Written by Jenny Davis \n \n A compelling true story from WWII\, honouring the bravery strength\, love and hope of Australian Army Nurses in the face of adversity. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Directed by Stuart Halusz \n \n Featuring Caitlin Beresford-Ord\, Rebecca Davis\, Michelle Fornasier\, Alex Jones\, Tegan Mulvany and Helen Searle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bullwinkel was one of 65 Australian nurses who boarded the Vyner Brooke in an attempt to flee the Japanese invasion of Singapore in February\, 1942. Bombed by Japanese fighter planes and after spending days at sea\, she and some other survivors found their way to Radji Beach on Banka Island where they surrendered. In one of the most atrocious acts of war crimes in our history\, 22 nurses were forced to march into the sea where they were callously machine gunned. The only survivor and witness\, Vivian spent the rest of the war in a prison camp before liberation\, and her remaining years fighting for recognition of the bravery of her friends and colleagues; their strength and courage in the face of death sustaining her for the rest of her illustrious life. \n \n 21 Hearts relays the resilient Aussie humour displayed by the women in the camp and provides a respectful and authentic voice to those who were silenced\, remembering them for who they were and not just for what happened to them. A story of hope\, courage\, resilience and heart. Featuring 6 of WA’s most outstanding actors\, 21 Hearts is a celebration of the human spirit and an uplifting\, inspiring story which reminds us of the great futility of war. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 \n \n THEATRE 180 is a proudly Western Australian company which tours works throughout the state and beyond\, sharing heritage stories of Western Australia and our nation’s past to gain an insight into who we are now and our future as a diverse and vibrant multicultural society. In 2023 we were awarded a Western Australian Heritage Award for Contributions by a Community Based Organisation for our work in telling WA stories and in 2024 we were awarded Producer of the Year at the CircuitWest Showcase WA Awards. THEATRE 180 is committed to regional touring and playing to audiences in Perth’s metro and outer metro venues\, as well as activating found spaces and established theatres. We are proud to be part of the Preston Street Arts Collective\, helping to revitalise the beautiful Como Theatre as a cultural anchor for the City of South Perth\, welcoming audiences from far and wide to experience our CinePlay genre\, an ensemble approach incorporating the immediacy of live theatre with the visual impact of cinema\, for an immersive and unique live experience. This exciting genre is versatile\, agile and adaptable\, able to be presented in a pop-up style in venues as diverse as theatres\, cinemas\, country Town Halls and Recreation Centres. This world-first genre was created with CinemaStage in 2020 for our award-winning adaptation of A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life (by Jenny Davis and Stuart Halusz)\, which has toured continuously throughout Western Australia and amassed nearly 160 performances so far\, including a tour to QLD. We now having 5 plays in repertoire\, including SYDNEY II: Lost and Found (by Jenny Davis)\, The Lighthouse Girl Saga (by Jenny Davis and Hellie Turner)\, Taking Liberty (by Ingle Knight – a collaboration with WA Museum) and 21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke (by Jenny Davis). The response to this work from around the nation has led to 4 Perth seasons\, a WA regional tour and a season at the Australian War Memorial\, Canberra in July/August this year. All seasons of 21 Hearts have sold-out in advance. This year we collaborated with Government House Foundation on our 6th CinePlay production Arthur Haynes and the Smoking Gun (by Jenny Davis) which had a sold-out season at Government House Ballroom in September and our 7th CinePlay is a collaboration with WA Museum CATALPA: Flight to Freedom (by Jenny Davis) in October/November.Over the last 6 years\, we have also established a loyal following for our choice of gritty\, international plays staged at Burt Memorial Hall\, with our critically acclaimed productions of Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children\, Joe Penhall’s BLUE/ORANGE and Lauren Gunderson’s I AND YOU\, proving a demand for this exciting style of theatre with a strong audience database. We continue our long history of conducting intergenerational oral history workshops with communities and working closely with Aged Care facilities in creating bespoke cultural events and programs with their residents and families; our award-winning work with dementia patients has been particularly impactful. This oral history work extends to veterans’ organisations such as Legacy WA and Buddy Up Australia. THEATRE 180’s unique style of writing has been honed over 3 decades\, and we are committed to the development of emerging WA writers through our Emerging Writers Program who are able to carry on this important storytelling legacy. Central to our purpose is sharing these stories to all Western Australians; our productions are built to tour\, and we believe that geography is no barrier. With our strong audience relationships and large network of venues in outer metro and regional WA\, we look towards the next 30 years and the stories they hold. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bulwinkel\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $77 adults\, $71.50 Concession\, $38.50 Children (12yrs – 17yrs)\, $66 Group (minimum of 10 tickets)\, School Booking $25 (Teacher Free). Ticket sales close 1 hour prior to the performance. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Running Time: 110 min \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 Production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/book-sale-spring-bmi/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/square-promo-spring-book-sale.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260906T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260906T160000 DTSTAMP:20260604T035434Z CREATED:20260514T044101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T035434Z UID:72995-1788703200-1788710400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Fashion Parade Fundraiser | Vintage & Collectables DESCRIPTION:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 11\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:50 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$38.50 – $77 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Written by Jenny Davis \n \n A compelling true story from WWII\, honouring the bravery strength\, love and hope of Australian Army Nurses in the face of adversity. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Directed by Stuart Halusz \n \n Featuring Caitlin Beresford-Ord\, Rebecca Davis\, Michelle Fornasier\, Alex Jones\, Tegan Mulvany and Helen Searle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bullwinkel was one of 65 Australian nurses who boarded the Vyner Brooke in an attempt to flee the Japanese invasion of Singapore in February\, 1942. Bombed by Japanese fighter planes and after spending days at sea\, she and some other survivors found their way to Radji Beach on Banka Island where they surrendered. In one of the most atrocious acts of war crimes in our history\, 22 nurses were forced to march into the sea where they were callously machine gunned. The only survivor and witness\, Vivian spent the rest of the war in a prison camp before liberation\, and her remaining years fighting for recognition of the bravery of her friends and colleagues; their strength and courage in the face of death sustaining her for the rest of her illustrious life. \n \n 21 Hearts relays the resilient Aussie humour displayed by the women in the camp and provides a respectful and authentic voice to those who were silenced\, remembering them for who they were and not just for what happened to them. A story of hope\, courage\, resilience and heart. Featuring 6 of WA’s most outstanding actors\, 21 Hearts is a celebration of the human spirit and an uplifting\, inspiring story which reminds us of the great futility of war. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 \n \n THEATRE 180 is a proudly Western Australian company which tours works throughout the state and beyond\, sharing heritage stories of Western Australia and our nation’s past to gain an insight into who we are now and our future as a diverse and vibrant multicultural society. In 2023 we were awarded a Western Australian Heritage Award for Contributions by a Community Based Organisation for our work in telling WA stories and in 2024 we were awarded Producer of the Year at the CircuitWest Showcase WA Awards. THEATRE 180 is committed to regional touring and playing to audiences in Perth’s metro and outer metro venues\, as well as activating found spaces and established theatres. We are proud to be part of the Preston Street Arts Collective\, helping to revitalise the beautiful Como Theatre as a cultural anchor for the City of South Perth\, welcoming audiences from far and wide to experience our CinePlay genre\, an ensemble approach incorporating the immediacy of live theatre with the visual impact of cinema\, for an immersive and unique live experience. This exciting genre is versatile\, agile and adaptable\, able to be presented in a pop-up style in venues as diverse as theatres\, cinemas\, country Town Halls and Recreation Centres. This world-first genre was created with CinemaStage in 2020 for our award-winning adaptation of A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life (by Jenny Davis and Stuart Halusz)\, which has toured continuously throughout Western Australia and amassed nearly 160 performances so far\, including a tour to QLD. We now having 5 plays in repertoire\, including SYDNEY II: Lost and Found (by Jenny Davis)\, The Lighthouse Girl Saga (by Jenny Davis and Hellie Turner)\, Taking Liberty (by Ingle Knight – a collaboration with WA Museum) and 21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke (by Jenny Davis). The response to this work from around the nation has led to 4 Perth seasons\, a WA regional tour and a season at the Australian War Memorial\, Canberra in July/August this year. All seasons of 21 Hearts have sold-out in advance. This year we collaborated with Government House Foundation on our 6th CinePlay production Arthur Haynes and the Smoking Gun (by Jenny Davis) which had a sold-out season at Government House Ballroom in September and our 7th CinePlay is a collaboration with WA Museum CATALPA: Flight to Freedom (by Jenny Davis) in October/November.Over the last 6 years\, we have also established a loyal following for our choice of gritty\, international plays staged at Burt Memorial Hall\, with our critically acclaimed productions of Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children\, Joe Penhall’s BLUE/ORANGE and Lauren Gunderson’s I AND YOU\, proving a demand for this exciting style of theatre with a strong audience database. We continue our long history of conducting intergenerational oral history workshops with communities and working closely with Aged Care facilities in creating bespoke cultural events and programs with their residents and families; our award-winning work with dementia patients has been particularly impactful. This oral history work extends to veterans’ organisations such as Legacy WA and Buddy Up Australia. THEATRE 180’s unique style of writing has been honed over 3 decades\, and we are committed to the development of emerging WA writers through our Emerging Writers Program who are able to carry on this important storytelling legacy. Central to our purpose is sharing these stories to all Western Australians; our productions are built to tour\, and we believe that geography is no barrier. With our strong audience relationships and large network of venues in outer metro and regional WA\, we look towards the next 30 years and the stories they hold. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bulwinkel\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $77 adults\, $71.50 Concession\, $38.50 Children (12yrs – 17yrs)\, $66 Group (minimum of 10 tickets)\, School Booking $25 (Teacher Free). Ticket sales close 1 hour prior to the performance. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Running Time: 110 min \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 Production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/fashion-parade-fundraiser-vintage-collectables/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Important Dates,Members,Vintage & Collectables ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/promotional-square-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260910T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260910T210000 DTSTAMP:20260331T033843Z CREATED:20260129T052341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T033843Z UID:70438-1789068600-1789074000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Film Society | Kōkā DESCRIPTION:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 11\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:50 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$38.50 – $77 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Written by Jenny Davis \n \n A compelling true story from WWII\, honouring the bravery strength\, love and hope of Australian Army Nurses in the face of adversity. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Directed by Stuart Halusz \n \n Featuring Caitlin Beresford-Ord\, Rebecca Davis\, Michelle Fornasier\, Alex Jones\, Tegan Mulvany and Helen Searle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bullwinkel was one of 65 Australian nurses who boarded the Vyner Brooke in an attempt to flee the Japanese invasion of Singapore in February\, 1942. Bombed by Japanese fighter planes and after spending days at sea\, she and some other survivors found their way to Radji Beach on Banka Island where they surrendered. In one of the most atrocious acts of war crimes in our history\, 22 nurses were forced to march into the sea where they were callously machine gunned. The only survivor and witness\, Vivian spent the rest of the war in a prison camp before liberation\, and her remaining years fighting for recognition of the bravery of her friends and colleagues; their strength and courage in the face of death sustaining her for the rest of her illustrious life. \n \n 21 Hearts relays the resilient Aussie humour displayed by the women in the camp and provides a respectful and authentic voice to those who were silenced\, remembering them for who they were and not just for what happened to them. A story of hope\, courage\, resilience and heart. Featuring 6 of WA’s most outstanding actors\, 21 Hearts is a celebration of the human spirit and an uplifting\, inspiring story which reminds us of the great futility of war. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 \n \n THEATRE 180 is a proudly Western Australian company which tours works throughout the state and beyond\, sharing heritage stories of Western Australia and our nation’s past to gain an insight into who we are now and our future as a diverse and vibrant multicultural society. In 2023 we were awarded a Western Australian Heritage Award for Contributions by a Community Based Organisation for our work in telling WA stories and in 2024 we were awarded Producer of the Year at the CircuitWest Showcase WA Awards. THEATRE 180 is committed to regional touring and playing to audiences in Perth’s metro and outer metro venues\, as well as activating found spaces and established theatres. We are proud to be part of the Preston Street Arts Collective\, helping to revitalise the beautiful Como Theatre as a cultural anchor for the City of South Perth\, welcoming audiences from far and wide to experience our CinePlay genre\, an ensemble approach incorporating the immediacy of live theatre with the visual impact of cinema\, for an immersive and unique live experience. This exciting genre is versatile\, agile and adaptable\, able to be presented in a pop-up style in venues as diverse as theatres\, cinemas\, country Town Halls and Recreation Centres. This world-first genre was created with CinemaStage in 2020 for our award-winning adaptation of A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life (by Jenny Davis and Stuart Halusz)\, which has toured continuously throughout Western Australia and amassed nearly 160 performances so far\, including a tour to QLD. We now having 5 plays in repertoire\, including SYDNEY II: Lost and Found (by Jenny Davis)\, The Lighthouse Girl Saga (by Jenny Davis and Hellie Turner)\, Taking Liberty (by Ingle Knight – a collaboration with WA Museum) and 21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke (by Jenny Davis). The response to this work from around the nation has led to 4 Perth seasons\, a WA regional tour and a season at the Australian War Memorial\, Canberra in July/August this year. All seasons of 21 Hearts have sold-out in advance. This year we collaborated with Government House Foundation on our 6th CinePlay production Arthur Haynes and the Smoking Gun (by Jenny Davis) which had a sold-out season at Government House Ballroom in September and our 7th CinePlay is a collaboration with WA Museum CATALPA: Flight to Freedom (by Jenny Davis) in October/November.Over the last 6 years\, we have also established a loyal following for our choice of gritty\, international plays staged at Burt Memorial Hall\, with our critically acclaimed productions of Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children\, Joe Penhall’s BLUE/ORANGE and Lauren Gunderson’s I AND YOU\, proving a demand for this exciting style of theatre with a strong audience database. We continue our long history of conducting intergenerational oral history workshops with communities and working closely with Aged Care facilities in creating bespoke cultural events and programs with their residents and families; our award-winning work with dementia patients has been particularly impactful. This oral history work extends to veterans’ organisations such as Legacy WA and Buddy Up Australia. THEATRE 180’s unique style of writing has been honed over 3 decades\, and we are committed to the development of emerging WA writers through our Emerging Writers Program who are able to carry on this important storytelling legacy. Central to our purpose is sharing these stories to all Western Australians; our productions are built to tour\, and we believe that geography is no barrier. With our strong audience relationships and large network of venues in outer metro and regional WA\, we look towards the next 30 years and the stories they hold. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vivian Bulwinkel\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $77 adults\, $71.50 Concession\, $38.50 Children (12yrs – 17yrs)\, $66 Group (minimum of 10 tickets)\, School Booking $25 (Teacher Free). Ticket sales close 1 hour prior to the performance. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Running Time: 110 min \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THEATRE 180 Production \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/ballarat-film-society-koka/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Ballarat Film Society,Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/koka-sq-promo.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR