BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute - ECPv6.17.2//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:20220402T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20221001T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20230401T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20230930T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20240406T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20241005T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20250405T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20251004T160000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240403T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240424T203000 DTSTAMP:20231213T040951Z CREATED:20231213T040808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T040951Z UID:49202-1712170800-1713990600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Kadampa Meditation Series | Dealing with Difficult People DESCRIPTION:Grigoryan Brothers – A Boy Called Sailboat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 14\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$25 – $49 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI – Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Film Screening with the soundtrack performed live by the Grigoryan Brothers\, followed by a Q & A with the film’s writer/director Cameron Nugent. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Acclaimed guitarists Slava & Leonard Grigoryan have expanded their creative output by crafting and recording the soundtrack to the award-winning movie A Boy Called Sailboat. \n \n  This heart-warming movie\, written and developed by Melbourne-based creative team Cameron Nugent and Andrew Curry was filmed in New Mexico and stars Academy Award® winning actor J.K Simmons\, Noel G\, Elizabeth De Razzo\, Jake Busey\, Lew Temple and Julian Atocani Sanchez in the title role. \n \n Sailboat brings love and hope to a family who have forged a simple but proud life in the drought-ridden Deep South. One afternoon he brings home a “little guitar”. From this moment\, Sailboat and his little guitar are inseparable\, and when his ill grandmother requests he write a song for her\, Sailboat meanders through adversity to deliver the unimaginable – the greatest song ever written. \n \n The Latin-themed soundtrack is a key element to the movie and provides an opportunity for audiences to hear the Grigoryan Brothers like never before. \n \n Movie Preview \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Slava and Leonard \n \n \n Slava & Leonard Grigoryan\n \n \n \n  Guitarists\, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan are counted amongst the finest musicians of their generation having developed a reputation for enthralling audiences with the energy of their performances and the breadth of their repertoire – embracing genres such as classical\, jazz and contemporary music from around the world. ​Between them\, they have received 4 ARIA awards (Australian Recording Industry Association) and an incredible 24 ARIA Award nominations. As a duo they have recorded 12 albums with the 13th coming out in 2023. ​They have been touring internationally since 2003\, regularly performing throughout Europe\, Asia\, Australia and the USA. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “The musical themes in “A Boy Called Sailboat” are an integral part of the film\, and as such the execution had to be perfect. Lucky for us we met Slava and Lenny\, the magnificent Grigoryan Brothers\, who delivered way above expectation. Their performance in the recording is just sublime\, and once we heard it\, we just knew that it would be best heard live. To have such virtuoso musicians play on the film was a very personal honour\, and the experience of hearing the creations in the studio was pure joy. We’re very proud to be able to present this special screening and live performance of the musical score of “A Boy Called Sailboat\, and just know that you will be treated to a wonderful experience.” From the Cameron Nugent (Director) and Andrew Curry (Producer) “It has been an immense pleasure and privilege to have had the opportunity of creating the soundtrack for ‘A Boy Called Sailboat’. We loved the idea of having nothing but two guitars as a backdrop to this wonderful story. Despite being initially daunted\, collaborating so closely with director Cameron Nugent and producer Andrew Curry was nothing short of inspiring. It was very exciting to see these familiar songs take shape and become such an integral component of this beautiful production.”From the Grigoryan Brothers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $49 general admittance\, $45 concession\, $25 under 18yrs. Plus booking fees. \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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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-dealing-with-difficult-people/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:kadampa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/kadampa-Ballarat-sep-dec-2023-1-logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240321T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240321T200000 DTSTAMP:20240307T005144Z CREATED:20230919T035313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T005144Z UID:45400-1711044000-1711051200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Noel Braun DESCRIPTION:Grigoryan Brothers – A Boy Called Sailboat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 14\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$25 – $49 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI – Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Film Screening with the soundtrack performed live by the Grigoryan Brothers\, followed by a Q & A with the film’s writer/director Cameron Nugent. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Acclaimed guitarists Slava & Leonard Grigoryan have expanded their creative output by crafting and recording the soundtrack to the award-winning movie A Boy Called Sailboat. \n \n  This heart-warming movie\, written and developed by Melbourne-based creative team Cameron Nugent and Andrew Curry was filmed in New Mexico and stars Academy Award® winning actor J.K Simmons\, Noel G\, Elizabeth De Razzo\, Jake Busey\, Lew Temple and Julian Atocani Sanchez in the title role. \n \n Sailboat brings love and hope to a family who have forged a simple but proud life in the drought-ridden Deep South. One afternoon he brings home a “little guitar”. From this moment\, Sailboat and his little guitar are inseparable\, and when his ill grandmother requests he write a song for her\, Sailboat meanders through adversity to deliver the unimaginable – the greatest song ever written. \n \n The Latin-themed soundtrack is a key element to the movie and provides an opportunity for audiences to hear the Grigoryan Brothers like never before. \n \n Movie Preview \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Slava and Leonard \n \n \n Slava & Leonard Grigoryan\n \n \n \n  Guitarists\, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan are counted amongst the finest musicians of their generation having developed a reputation for enthralling audiences with the energy of their performances and the breadth of their repertoire – embracing genres such as classical\, jazz and contemporary music from around the world. ​Between them\, they have received 4 ARIA awards (Australian Recording Industry Association) and an incredible 24 ARIA Award nominations. As a duo they have recorded 12 albums with the 13th coming out in 2023. ​They have been touring internationally since 2003\, regularly performing throughout Europe\, Asia\, Australia and the USA. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “The musical themes in “A Boy Called Sailboat” are an integral part of the film\, and as such the execution had to be perfect. Lucky for us we met Slava and Lenny\, the magnificent Grigoryan Brothers\, who delivered way above expectation. Their performance in the recording is just sublime\, and once we heard it\, we just knew that it would be best heard live. To have such virtuoso musicians play on the film was a very personal honour\, and the experience of hearing the creations in the studio was pure joy. We’re very proud to be able to present this special screening and live performance of the musical score of “A Boy Called Sailboat\, and just know that you will be treated to a wonderful experience.” From the Cameron Nugent (Director) and Andrew Curry (Producer) “It has been an immense pleasure and privilege to have had the opportunity of creating the soundtrack for ‘A Boy Called Sailboat’. We loved the idea of having nothing but two guitars as a backdrop to this wonderful story. Despite being initially daunted\, collaborating so closely with director Cameron Nugent and producer Andrew Curry was nothing short of inspiring. It was very exciting to see these familiar songs take shape and become such an integral component of this beautiful production.”From the Grigoryan Brothers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $49 general admittance\, $45 concession\, $25 under 18yrs. Plus booking fees. \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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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-noel-braun/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/noel-braun-promotional-squre-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240317T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240317T173000 DTSTAMP:20240122T010930Z CREATED:20240119T004829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T010930Z UID:50287-1710684000-1710696600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Minerva Social Sunday | St Patrick's Day Social | Scottish Country Dancing DESCRIPTION:Grigoryan Brothers – A Boy Called Sailboat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 14\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$25 – $49 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI – Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Film Screening with the soundtrack performed live by the Grigoryan Brothers\, followed by a Q & A with the film’s writer/director Cameron Nugent. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Acclaimed guitarists Slava & Leonard Grigoryan have expanded their creative output by crafting and recording the soundtrack to the award-winning movie A Boy Called Sailboat. \n \n  This heart-warming movie\, written and developed by Melbourne-based creative team Cameron Nugent and Andrew Curry was filmed in New Mexico and stars Academy Award® winning actor J.K Simmons\, Noel G\, Elizabeth De Razzo\, Jake Busey\, Lew Temple and Julian Atocani Sanchez in the title role. \n \n Sailboat brings love and hope to a family who have forged a simple but proud life in the drought-ridden Deep South. One afternoon he brings home a “little guitar”. From this moment\, Sailboat and his little guitar are inseparable\, and when his ill grandmother requests he write a song for her\, Sailboat meanders through adversity to deliver the unimaginable – the greatest song ever written. \n \n The Latin-themed soundtrack is a key element to the movie and provides an opportunity for audiences to hear the Grigoryan Brothers like never before. \n \n Movie Preview \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Slava and Leonard \n \n \n Slava & Leonard Grigoryan\n \n \n \n  Guitarists\, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan are counted amongst the finest musicians of their generation having developed a reputation for enthralling audiences with the energy of their performances and the breadth of their repertoire – embracing genres such as classical\, jazz and contemporary music from around the world. ​Between them\, they have received 4 ARIA awards (Australian Recording Industry Association) and an incredible 24 ARIA Award nominations. As a duo they have recorded 12 albums with the 13th coming out in 2023. ​They have been touring internationally since 2003\, regularly performing throughout Europe\, Asia\, Australia and the USA. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “The musical themes in “A Boy Called Sailboat” are an integral part of the film\, and as such the execution had to be perfect. Lucky for us we met Slava and Lenny\, the magnificent Grigoryan Brothers\, who delivered way above expectation. Their performance in the recording is just sublime\, and once we heard it\, we just knew that it would be best heard live. To have such virtuoso musicians play on the film was a very personal honour\, and the experience of hearing the creations in the studio was pure joy. We’re very proud to be able to present this special screening and live performance of the musical score of “A Boy Called Sailboat\, and just know that you will be treated to a wonderful experience.” From the Cameron Nugent (Director) and Andrew Curry (Producer) “It has been an immense pleasure and privilege to have had the opportunity of creating the soundtrack for ‘A Boy Called Sailboat’. We loved the idea of having nothing but two guitars as a backdrop to this wonderful story. Despite being initially daunted\, collaborating so closely with director Cameron Nugent and producer Andrew Curry was nothing short of inspiring. It was very exciting to see these familiar songs take shape and become such an integral component of this beautiful production.”From the Grigoryan Brothers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $49 general admittance\, $45 concession\, $25 under 18yrs. Plus booking fees. \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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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/scottish-country-dancing/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:external event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/minerva-from-behind-correct-crop-e1705625699773.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240314T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240314T210000 DTSTAMP:20240130T070808Z CREATED:20240129T050135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T070808Z UID:50562-1710444600-1710450000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballart Film Society | Le bleu du caftan (The Blue Kaftan) DESCRIPTION:Grigoryan Brothers – A Boy Called Sailboat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 14\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$25 – $49 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI – Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Film Screening with the soundtrack performed live by the Grigoryan Brothers\, followed by a Q & A with the film’s writer/director Cameron Nugent. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Acclaimed guitarists Slava & Leonard Grigoryan have expanded their creative output by crafting and recording the soundtrack to the award-winning movie A Boy Called Sailboat. \n \n  This heart-warming movie\, written and developed by Melbourne-based creative team Cameron Nugent and Andrew Curry was filmed in New Mexico and stars Academy Award® winning actor J.K Simmons\, Noel G\, Elizabeth De Razzo\, Jake Busey\, Lew Temple and Julian Atocani Sanchez in the title role. \n \n Sailboat brings love and hope to a family who have forged a simple but proud life in the drought-ridden Deep South. One afternoon he brings home a “little guitar”. From this moment\, Sailboat and his little guitar are inseparable\, and when his ill grandmother requests he write a song for her\, Sailboat meanders through adversity to deliver the unimaginable – the greatest song ever written. \n \n The Latin-themed soundtrack is a key element to the movie and provides an opportunity for audiences to hear the Grigoryan Brothers like never before. \n \n Movie Preview \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Slava and Leonard \n \n \n Slava & Leonard Grigoryan\n \n \n \n  Guitarists\, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan are counted amongst the finest musicians of their generation having developed a reputation for enthralling audiences with the energy of their performances and the breadth of their repertoire – embracing genres such as classical\, jazz and contemporary music from around the world. ​Between them\, they have received 4 ARIA awards (Australian Recording Industry Association) and an incredible 24 ARIA Award nominations. As a duo they have recorded 12 albums with the 13th coming out in 2023. ​They have been touring internationally since 2003\, regularly performing throughout Europe\, Asia\, Australia and the USA. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “The musical themes in “A Boy Called Sailboat” are an integral part of the film\, and as such the execution had to be perfect. Lucky for us we met Slava and Lenny\, the magnificent Grigoryan Brothers\, who delivered way above expectation. Their performance in the recording is just sublime\, and once we heard it\, we just knew that it would be best heard live. To have such virtuoso musicians play on the film was a very personal honour\, and the experience of hearing the creations in the studio was pure joy. We’re very proud to be able to present this special screening and live performance of the musical score of “A Boy Called Sailboat\, and just know that you will be treated to a wonderful experience.” From the Cameron Nugent (Director) and Andrew Curry (Producer) “It has been an immense pleasure and privilege to have had the opportunity of creating the soundtrack for ‘A Boy Called Sailboat’. We loved the idea of having nothing but two guitars as a backdrop to this wonderful story. Despite being initially daunted\, collaborating so closely with director Cameron Nugent and producer Andrew Curry was nothing short of inspiring. It was very exciting to see these familiar songs take shape and become such an integral component of this beautiful production.”From the Grigoryan Brothers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $49 general admittance\, $45 concession\, $25 under 18yrs. Plus booking fees. \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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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/bfs-the-blue-kaftan/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Ballarat Film Society,Externally Produced Event,Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/The_Blue_Caftan-519760920-large.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240307T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240328T223000 DTSTAMP:20240110T013925Z CREATED:20231221T022427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T013925Z UID:49652-1709832600-1711665000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Chess Club DESCRIPTION:Grigoryan Brothers – A Boy Called Sailboat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 14\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$25 – $49 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI – Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Film Screening with the soundtrack performed live by the Grigoryan Brothers\, followed by a Q & A with the film’s writer/director Cameron Nugent. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Acclaimed guitarists Slava & Leonard Grigoryan have expanded their creative output by crafting and recording the soundtrack to the award-winning movie A Boy Called Sailboat. \n \n  This heart-warming movie\, written and developed by Melbourne-based creative team Cameron Nugent and Andrew Curry was filmed in New Mexico and stars Academy Award® winning actor J.K Simmons\, Noel G\, Elizabeth De Razzo\, Jake Busey\, Lew Temple and Julian Atocani Sanchez in the title role. \n \n Sailboat brings love and hope to a family who have forged a simple but proud life in the drought-ridden Deep South. One afternoon he brings home a “little guitar”. From this moment\, Sailboat and his little guitar are inseparable\, and when his ill grandmother requests he write a song for her\, Sailboat meanders through adversity to deliver the unimaginable – the greatest song ever written. \n \n The Latin-themed soundtrack is a key element to the movie and provides an opportunity for audiences to hear the Grigoryan Brothers like never before. \n \n Movie Preview \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Slava and Leonard \n \n \n Slava & Leonard Grigoryan\n \n \n \n  Guitarists\, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan are counted amongst the finest musicians of their generation having developed a reputation for enthralling audiences with the energy of their performances and the breadth of their repertoire – embracing genres such as classical\, jazz and contemporary music from around the world. ​Between them\, they have received 4 ARIA awards (Australian Recording Industry Association) and an incredible 24 ARIA Award nominations. As a duo they have recorded 12 albums with the 13th coming out in 2023. ​They have been touring internationally since 2003\, regularly performing throughout Europe\, Asia\, Australia and the USA. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “The musical themes in “A Boy Called Sailboat” are an integral part of the film\, and as such the execution had to be perfect. Lucky for us we met Slava and Lenny\, the magnificent Grigoryan Brothers\, who delivered way above expectation. Their performance in the recording is just sublime\, and once we heard it\, we just knew that it would be best heard live. To have such virtuoso musicians play on the film was a very personal honour\, and the experience of hearing the creations in the studio was pure joy. We’re very proud to be able to present this special screening and live performance of the musical score of “A Boy Called Sailboat\, and just know that you will be treated to a wonderful experience.” From the Cameron Nugent (Director) and Andrew Curry (Producer) “It has been an immense pleasure and privilege to have had the opportunity of creating the soundtrack for ‘A Boy Called Sailboat’. We loved the idea of having nothing but two guitars as a backdrop to this wonderful story. Despite being initially daunted\, collaborating so closely with director Cameron Nugent and producer Andrew Curry was nothing short of inspiring. It was very exciting to see these familiar songs take shape and become such an integral component of this beautiful production.”From the Grigoryan Brothers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $49 general admittance\, $45 concession\, $25 under 18yrs. Plus booking fees. \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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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-chess-club-copy-2/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Ballarat Chess Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/ballarat-chess-club-square-with-boarder.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240306T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240327T203000 DTSTAMP:20240325T225552Z CREATED:20231213T034626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T225552Z UID:49180-1709751600-1711571400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Kadampa Meditation Series | Get Your Confidence Back DESCRIPTION:Grigoryan Brothers – A Boy Called Sailboat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 14\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$25 – $49 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI – Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Film Screening with the soundtrack performed live by the Grigoryan Brothers\, followed by a Q & A with the film’s writer/director Cameron Nugent. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Acclaimed guitarists Slava & Leonard Grigoryan have expanded their creative output by crafting and recording the soundtrack to the award-winning movie A Boy Called Sailboat. \n \n  This heart-warming movie\, written and developed by Melbourne-based creative team Cameron Nugent and Andrew Curry was filmed in New Mexico and stars Academy Award® winning actor J.K Simmons\, Noel G\, Elizabeth De Razzo\, Jake Busey\, Lew Temple and Julian Atocani Sanchez in the title role. \n \n Sailboat brings love and hope to a family who have forged a simple but proud life in the drought-ridden Deep South. One afternoon he brings home a “little guitar”. From this moment\, Sailboat and his little guitar are inseparable\, and when his ill grandmother requests he write a song for her\, Sailboat meanders through adversity to deliver the unimaginable – the greatest song ever written. \n \n The Latin-themed soundtrack is a key element to the movie and provides an opportunity for audiences to hear the Grigoryan Brothers like never before. \n \n Movie Preview \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Slava and Leonard \n \n \n Slava & Leonard Grigoryan\n \n \n \n  Guitarists\, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan are counted amongst the finest musicians of their generation having developed a reputation for enthralling audiences with the energy of their performances and the breadth of their repertoire – embracing genres such as classical\, jazz and contemporary music from around the world. ​Between them\, they have received 4 ARIA awards (Australian Recording Industry Association) and an incredible 24 ARIA Award nominations. As a duo they have recorded 12 albums with the 13th coming out in 2023. ​They have been touring internationally since 2003\, regularly performing throughout Europe\, Asia\, Australia and the USA. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “The musical themes in “A Boy Called Sailboat” are an integral part of the film\, and as such the execution had to be perfect. Lucky for us we met Slava and Lenny\, the magnificent Grigoryan Brothers\, who delivered way above expectation. Their performance in the recording is just sublime\, and once we heard it\, we just knew that it would be best heard live. To have such virtuoso musicians play on the film was a very personal honour\, and the experience of hearing the creations in the studio was pure joy. We’re very proud to be able to present this special screening and live performance of the musical score of “A Boy Called Sailboat\, and just know that you will be treated to a wonderful experience.” From the Cameron Nugent (Director) and Andrew Curry (Producer) “It has been an immense pleasure and privilege to have had the opportunity of creating the soundtrack for ‘A Boy Called Sailboat’. We loved the idea of having nothing but two guitars as a backdrop to this wonderful story. Despite being initially daunted\, collaborating so closely with director Cameron Nugent and producer Andrew Curry was nothing short of inspiring. It was very exciting to see these familiar songs take shape and become such an integral component of this beautiful production.”From the Grigoryan Brothers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $49 general admittance\, $45 concession\, $25 under 18yrs. Plus booking fees. \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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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-get-your-confidence-back/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:kadampa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/kadampa-Ballarat-sep-dec-2023-1-logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240305T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240305T200000 DTSTAMP:20240305T061154Z CREATED:20240109T042935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T061154Z UID:49843-1709661600-1709668800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Imbi Neeme | This event has now been cancelled DESCRIPTION:Grigoryan Brothers – A Boy Called Sailboat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 14\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$25 – $49 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI – Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Film Screening with the soundtrack performed live by the Grigoryan Brothers\, followed by a Q & A with the film’s writer/director Cameron Nugent. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Acclaimed guitarists Slava & Leonard Grigoryan have expanded their creative output by crafting and recording the soundtrack to the award-winning movie A Boy Called Sailboat. \n \n  This heart-warming movie\, written and developed by Melbourne-based creative team Cameron Nugent and Andrew Curry was filmed in New Mexico and stars Academy Award® winning actor J.K Simmons\, Noel G\, Elizabeth De Razzo\, Jake Busey\, Lew Temple and Julian Atocani Sanchez in the title role. \n \n Sailboat brings love and hope to a family who have forged a simple but proud life in the drought-ridden Deep South. One afternoon he brings home a “little guitar”. From this moment\, Sailboat and his little guitar are inseparable\, and when his ill grandmother requests he write a song for her\, Sailboat meanders through adversity to deliver the unimaginable – the greatest song ever written. \n \n The Latin-themed soundtrack is a key element to the movie and provides an opportunity for audiences to hear the Grigoryan Brothers like never before. \n \n Movie Preview \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Slava and Leonard \n \n \n Slava & Leonard Grigoryan\n \n \n \n  Guitarists\, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan are counted amongst the finest musicians of their generation having developed a reputation for enthralling audiences with the energy of their performances and the breadth of their repertoire – embracing genres such as classical\, jazz and contemporary music from around the world. ​Between them\, they have received 4 ARIA awards (Australian Recording Industry Association) and an incredible 24 ARIA Award nominations. As a duo they have recorded 12 albums with the 13th coming out in 2023. ​They have been touring internationally since 2003\, regularly performing throughout Europe\, Asia\, Australia and the USA. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “The musical themes in “A Boy Called Sailboat” are an integral part of the film\, and as such the execution had to be perfect. Lucky for us we met Slava and Lenny\, the magnificent Grigoryan Brothers\, who delivered way above expectation. Their performance in the recording is just sublime\, and once we heard it\, we just knew that it would be best heard live. To have such virtuoso musicians play on the film was a very personal honour\, and the experience of hearing the creations in the studio was pure joy. We’re very proud to be able to present this special screening and live performance of the musical score of “A Boy Called Sailboat\, and just know that you will be treated to a wonderful experience.” From the Cameron Nugent (Director) and Andrew Curry (Producer) “It has been an immense pleasure and privilege to have had the opportunity of creating the soundtrack for ‘A Boy Called Sailboat’. We loved the idea of having nothing but two guitars as a backdrop to this wonderful story. Despite being initially daunted\, collaborating so closely with director Cameron Nugent and producer Andrew Curry was nothing short of inspiring. It was very exciting to see these familiar songs take shape and become such an integral component of this beautiful production.”From the Grigoryan Brothers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $49 general admittance\, $45 concession\, $25 under 18yrs. Plus booking fees. \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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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-imbi-neeme/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/imbi-neeme-promo-square.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240302T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240302T210000 DTSTAMP:20240202T234613Z CREATED:20240202T231658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T234613Z UID:50873-1709406000-1709413200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Women Just Want to Laugh DESCRIPTION:Grigoryan Brothers – A Boy Called Sailboat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 14\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$25 – $49 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI – Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Film Screening with the soundtrack performed live by the Grigoryan Brothers\, followed by a Q & A with the film’s writer/director Cameron Nugent. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Acclaimed guitarists Slava & Leonard Grigoryan have expanded their creative output by crafting and recording the soundtrack to the award-winning movie A Boy Called Sailboat. \n \n  This heart-warming movie\, written and developed by Melbourne-based creative team Cameron Nugent and Andrew Curry was filmed in New Mexico and stars Academy Award® winning actor J.K Simmons\, Noel G\, Elizabeth De Razzo\, Jake Busey\, Lew Temple and Julian Atocani Sanchez in the title role. \n \n Sailboat brings love and hope to a family who have forged a simple but proud life in the drought-ridden Deep South. One afternoon he brings home a “little guitar”. From this moment\, Sailboat and his little guitar are inseparable\, and when his ill grandmother requests he write a song for her\, Sailboat meanders through adversity to deliver the unimaginable – the greatest song ever written. \n \n The Latin-themed soundtrack is a key element to the movie and provides an opportunity for audiences to hear the Grigoryan Brothers like never before. \n \n Movie Preview \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Slava and Leonard \n \n \n Slava & Leonard Grigoryan\n \n \n \n  Guitarists\, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan are counted amongst the finest musicians of their generation having developed a reputation for enthralling audiences with the energy of their performances and the breadth of their repertoire – embracing genres such as classical\, jazz and contemporary music from around the world. ​Between them\, they have received 4 ARIA awards (Australian Recording Industry Association) and an incredible 24 ARIA Award nominations. As a duo they have recorded 12 albums with the 13th coming out in 2023. ​They have been touring internationally since 2003\, regularly performing throughout Europe\, Asia\, Australia and the USA. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “The musical themes in “A Boy Called Sailboat” are an integral part of the film\, and as such the execution had to be perfect. Lucky for us we met Slava and Lenny\, the magnificent Grigoryan Brothers\, who delivered way above expectation. Their performance in the recording is just sublime\, and once we heard it\, we just knew that it would be best heard live. To have such virtuoso musicians play on the film was a very personal honour\, and the experience of hearing the creations in the studio was pure joy. We’re very proud to be able to present this special screening and live performance of the musical score of “A Boy Called Sailboat\, and just know that you will be treated to a wonderful experience.” From the Cameron Nugent (Director) and Andrew Curry (Producer) “It has been an immense pleasure and privilege to have had the opportunity of creating the soundtrack for ‘A Boy Called Sailboat’. We loved the idea of having nothing but two guitars as a backdrop to this wonderful story. Despite being initially daunted\, collaborating so closely with director Cameron Nugent and producer Andrew Curry was nothing short of inspiring. It was very exciting to see these familiar songs take shape and become such an integral component of this beautiful production.”From the Grigoryan Brothers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $49 general admittance\, $45 concession\, $25 under 18yrs. Plus booking fees. \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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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/women-just-want-to-laugh/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:BMI Produced Event,Comedy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/women-laugh.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240228T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240327T183000 DTSTAMP:20240205T012554Z CREATED:20231109T032714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T012554Z UID:47372-1709141400-1711564200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Twilight Talks 2024 | Season 1 DESCRIPTION:Grigoryan Brothers – A Boy Called Sailboat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 14\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$25 – $49 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI – Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Film Screening with the soundtrack performed live by the Grigoryan Brothers\, followed by a Q & A with the film’s writer/director Cameron Nugent. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Acclaimed guitarists Slava & Leonard Grigoryan have expanded their creative output by crafting and recording the soundtrack to the award-winning movie A Boy Called Sailboat. \n \n  This heart-warming movie\, written and developed by Melbourne-based creative team Cameron Nugent and Andrew Curry was filmed in New Mexico and stars Academy Award® winning actor J.K Simmons\, Noel G\, Elizabeth De Razzo\, Jake Busey\, Lew Temple and Julian Atocani Sanchez in the title role. \n \n Sailboat brings love and hope to a family who have forged a simple but proud life in the drought-ridden Deep South. One afternoon he brings home a “little guitar”. From this moment\, Sailboat and his little guitar are inseparable\, and when his ill grandmother requests he write a song for her\, Sailboat meanders through adversity to deliver the unimaginable – the greatest song ever written. \n \n The Latin-themed soundtrack is a key element to the movie and provides an opportunity for audiences to hear the Grigoryan Brothers like never before. \n \n Movie Preview \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Slava and Leonard \n \n \n Slava & Leonard Grigoryan\n \n \n \n  Guitarists\, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan are counted amongst the finest musicians of their generation having developed a reputation for enthralling audiences with the energy of their performances and the breadth of their repertoire – embracing genres such as classical\, jazz and contemporary music from around the world. ​Between them\, they have received 4 ARIA awards (Australian Recording Industry Association) and an incredible 24 ARIA Award nominations. As a duo they have recorded 12 albums with the 13th coming out in 2023. ​They have been touring internationally since 2003\, regularly performing throughout Europe\, Asia\, Australia and the USA. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “The musical themes in “A Boy Called Sailboat” are an integral part of the film\, and as such the execution had to be perfect. Lucky for us we met Slava and Lenny\, the magnificent Grigoryan Brothers\, who delivered way above expectation. Their performance in the recording is just sublime\, and once we heard it\, we just knew that it would be best heard live. To have such virtuoso musicians play on the film was a very personal honour\, and the experience of hearing the creations in the studio was pure joy. We’re very proud to be able to present this special screening and live performance of the musical score of “A Boy Called Sailboat\, and just know that you will be treated to a wonderful experience.” From the Cameron Nugent (Director) and Andrew Curry (Producer) “It has been an immense pleasure and privilege to have had the opportunity of creating the soundtrack for ‘A Boy Called Sailboat’. We loved the idea of having nothing but two guitars as a backdrop to this wonderful story. Despite being initially daunted\, collaborating so closely with director Cameron Nugent and producer Andrew Curry was nothing short of inspiring. It was very exciting to see these familiar songs take shape and become such an integral component of this beautiful production.”From the Grigoryan Brothers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $49 general admittance\, $45 concession\, $25 under 18yrs. Plus booking fees. \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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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/twilight-talks-2024-season-1/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Twilight Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/tt-promo-2024-season-1-draft-v2-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240221T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240221T200000 DTSTAMP:20240208T231637Z CREATED:20230919T035111Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T231637Z UID:45397-1708538400-1708545600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Lucas Jordan DESCRIPTION:Grigoryan Brothers – A Boy Called Sailboat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 14\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$25 – $49 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI – Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Film Screening with the soundtrack performed live by the Grigoryan Brothers\, followed by a Q & A with the film’s writer/director Cameron Nugent. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Acclaimed guitarists Slava & Leonard Grigoryan have expanded their creative output by crafting and recording the soundtrack to the award-winning movie A Boy Called Sailboat. \n \n  This heart-warming movie\, written and developed by Melbourne-based creative team Cameron Nugent and Andrew Curry was filmed in New Mexico and stars Academy Award® winning actor J.K Simmons\, Noel G\, Elizabeth De Razzo\, Jake Busey\, Lew Temple and Julian Atocani Sanchez in the title role. \n \n Sailboat brings love and hope to a family who have forged a simple but proud life in the drought-ridden Deep South. One afternoon he brings home a “little guitar”. From this moment\, Sailboat and his little guitar are inseparable\, and when his ill grandmother requests he write a song for her\, Sailboat meanders through adversity to deliver the unimaginable – the greatest song ever written. \n \n The Latin-themed soundtrack is a key element to the movie and provides an opportunity for audiences to hear the Grigoryan Brothers like never before. \n \n Movie Preview \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Slava and Leonard \n \n \n Slava & Leonard Grigoryan\n \n \n \n  Guitarists\, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan are counted amongst the finest musicians of their generation having developed a reputation for enthralling audiences with the energy of their performances and the breadth of their repertoire – embracing genres such as classical\, jazz and contemporary music from around the world. ​Between them\, they have received 4 ARIA awards (Australian Recording Industry Association) and an incredible 24 ARIA Award nominations. As a duo they have recorded 12 albums with the 13th coming out in 2023. ​They have been touring internationally since 2003\, regularly performing throughout Europe\, Asia\, Australia and the USA. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “The musical themes in “A Boy Called Sailboat” are an integral part of the film\, and as such the execution had to be perfect. Lucky for us we met Slava and Lenny\, the magnificent Grigoryan Brothers\, who delivered way above expectation. Their performance in the recording is just sublime\, and once we heard it\, we just knew that it would be best heard live. To have such virtuoso musicians play on the film was a very personal honour\, and the experience of hearing the creations in the studio was pure joy. We’re very proud to be able to present this special screening and live performance of the musical score of “A Boy Called Sailboat\, and just know that you will be treated to a wonderful experience.” From the Cameron Nugent (Director) and Andrew Curry (Producer) “It has been an immense pleasure and privilege to have had the opportunity of creating the soundtrack for ‘A Boy Called Sailboat’. We loved the idea of having nothing but two guitars as a backdrop to this wonderful story. Despite being initially daunted\, collaborating so closely with director Cameron Nugent and producer Andrew Curry was nothing short of inspiring. It was very exciting to see these familiar songs take shape and become such an integral component of this beautiful production.”From the Grigoryan Brothers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $49 general admittance\, $45 concession\, $25 under 18yrs. Plus booking fees. \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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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-lucas-jordan/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/lucas-jordan-promotional-squre-v2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240208T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240208T210000 DTSTAMP:20240130T061639Z CREATED:20240124T000807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T061639Z UID:50417-1707420600-1707426000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballart Film Society | Scrapper DESCRIPTION:Grigoryan Brothers – A Boy Called Sailboat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 14\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$25 – $49 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI – Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Film Screening with the soundtrack performed live by the Grigoryan Brothers\, followed by a Q & A with the film’s writer/director Cameron Nugent. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Acclaimed guitarists Slava & Leonard Grigoryan have expanded their creative output by crafting and recording the soundtrack to the award-winning movie A Boy Called Sailboat. \n \n  This heart-warming movie\, written and developed by Melbourne-based creative team Cameron Nugent and Andrew Curry was filmed in New Mexico and stars Academy Award® winning actor J.K Simmons\, Noel G\, Elizabeth De Razzo\, Jake Busey\, Lew Temple and Julian Atocani Sanchez in the title role. \n \n Sailboat brings love and hope to a family who have forged a simple but proud life in the drought-ridden Deep South. One afternoon he brings home a “little guitar”. From this moment\, Sailboat and his little guitar are inseparable\, and when his ill grandmother requests he write a song for her\, Sailboat meanders through adversity to deliver the unimaginable – the greatest song ever written. \n \n The Latin-themed soundtrack is a key element to the movie and provides an opportunity for audiences to hear the Grigoryan Brothers like never before. \n \n Movie Preview \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Slava and Leonard \n \n \n Slava & Leonard Grigoryan\n \n \n \n  Guitarists\, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan are counted amongst the finest musicians of their generation having developed a reputation for enthralling audiences with the energy of their performances and the breadth of their repertoire – embracing genres such as classical\, jazz and contemporary music from around the world. ​Between them\, they have received 4 ARIA awards (Australian Recording Industry Association) and an incredible 24 ARIA Award nominations. As a duo they have recorded 12 albums with the 13th coming out in 2023. ​They have been touring internationally since 2003\, regularly performing throughout Europe\, Asia\, Australia and the USA. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “The musical themes in “A Boy Called Sailboat” are an integral part of the film\, and as such the execution had to be perfect. Lucky for us we met Slava and Lenny\, the magnificent Grigoryan Brothers\, who delivered way above expectation. Their performance in the recording is just sublime\, and once we heard it\, we just knew that it would be best heard live. To have such virtuoso musicians play on the film was a very personal honour\, and the experience of hearing the creations in the studio was pure joy. We’re very proud to be able to present this special screening and live performance of the musical score of “A Boy Called Sailboat\, and just know that you will be treated to a wonderful experience.” From the Cameron Nugent (Director) and Andrew Curry (Producer) “It has been an immense pleasure and privilege to have had the opportunity of creating the soundtrack for ‘A Boy Called Sailboat’. We loved the idea of having nothing but two guitars as a backdrop to this wonderful story. Despite being initially daunted\, collaborating so closely with director Cameron Nugent and producer Andrew Curry was nothing short of inspiring. It was very exciting to see these familiar songs take shape and become such an integral component of this beautiful production.”From the Grigoryan Brothers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $49 general admittance\, $45 concession\, $25 under 18yrs. Plus booking fees. \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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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/bfs-scrapper/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Ballarat Film Society,Externally Produced Event,Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/scrapper-square.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240207T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240228T203000 DTSTAMP:20231213T040703Z CREATED:20231213T040534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T040703Z UID:49199-1707332400-1709152200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Kadampa Meditation Series | Positive Psychology DESCRIPTION:Grigoryan Brothers – A Boy Called Sailboat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 14\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$25 – $49 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI – Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Film Screening with the soundtrack performed live by the Grigoryan Brothers\, followed by a Q & A with the film’s writer/director Cameron Nugent. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Acclaimed guitarists Slava & Leonard Grigoryan have expanded their creative output by crafting and recording the soundtrack to the award-winning movie A Boy Called Sailboat. \n \n  This heart-warming movie\, written and developed by Melbourne-based creative team Cameron Nugent and Andrew Curry was filmed in New Mexico and stars Academy Award® winning actor J.K Simmons\, Noel G\, Elizabeth De Razzo\, Jake Busey\, Lew Temple and Julian Atocani Sanchez in the title role. \n \n Sailboat brings love and hope to a family who have forged a simple but proud life in the drought-ridden Deep South. One afternoon he brings home a “little guitar”. From this moment\, Sailboat and his little guitar are inseparable\, and when his ill grandmother requests he write a song for her\, Sailboat meanders through adversity to deliver the unimaginable – the greatest song ever written. \n \n The Latin-themed soundtrack is a key element to the movie and provides an opportunity for audiences to hear the Grigoryan Brothers like never before. \n \n Movie Preview \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Slava and Leonard \n \n \n Slava & Leonard Grigoryan\n \n \n \n  Guitarists\, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan are counted amongst the finest musicians of their generation having developed a reputation for enthralling audiences with the energy of their performances and the breadth of their repertoire – embracing genres such as classical\, jazz and contemporary music from around the world. ​Between them\, they have received 4 ARIA awards (Australian Recording Industry Association) and an incredible 24 ARIA Award nominations. As a duo they have recorded 12 albums with the 13th coming out in 2023. ​They have been touring internationally since 2003\, regularly performing throughout Europe\, Asia\, Australia and the USA. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “The musical themes in “A Boy Called Sailboat” are an integral part of the film\, and as such the execution had to be perfect. Lucky for us we met Slava and Lenny\, the magnificent Grigoryan Brothers\, who delivered way above expectation. Their performance in the recording is just sublime\, and once we heard it\, we just knew that it would be best heard live. To have such virtuoso musicians play on the film was a very personal honour\, and the experience of hearing the creations in the studio was pure joy. We’re very proud to be able to present this special screening and live performance of the musical score of “A Boy Called Sailboat\, and just know that you will be treated to a wonderful experience.” From the Cameron Nugent (Director) and Andrew Curry (Producer) “It has been an immense pleasure and privilege to have had the opportunity of creating the soundtrack for ‘A Boy Called Sailboat’. We loved the idea of having nothing but two guitars as a backdrop to this wonderful story. Despite being initially daunted\, collaborating so closely with director Cameron Nugent and producer Andrew Curry was nothing short of inspiring. It was very exciting to see these familiar songs take shape and become such an integral component of this beautiful production.”From the Grigoryan Brothers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $49 general admittance\, $45 concession\, $25 under 18yrs. Plus booking fees. \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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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-positive-psychology/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:kadampa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/kadampa-Ballarat-sep-dec-2023-1-logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240207T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240207T200000 DTSTAMP:20231218T043742Z CREATED:20231207T003031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231218T043742Z UID:49057-1707328800-1707336000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Elizabeth Coleman DESCRIPTION:Grigoryan Brothers – A Boy Called Sailboat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 14\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$25 – $49 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI – Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Film Screening with the soundtrack performed live by the Grigoryan Brothers\, followed by a Q & A with the film’s writer/director Cameron Nugent. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Acclaimed guitarists Slava & Leonard Grigoryan have expanded their creative output by crafting and recording the soundtrack to the award-winning movie A Boy Called Sailboat. \n \n  This heart-warming movie\, written and developed by Melbourne-based creative team Cameron Nugent and Andrew Curry was filmed in New Mexico and stars Academy Award® winning actor J.K Simmons\, Noel G\, Elizabeth De Razzo\, Jake Busey\, Lew Temple and Julian Atocani Sanchez in the title role. \n \n Sailboat brings love and hope to a family who have forged a simple but proud life in the drought-ridden Deep South. One afternoon he brings home a “little guitar”. From this moment\, Sailboat and his little guitar are inseparable\, and when his ill grandmother requests he write a song for her\, Sailboat meanders through adversity to deliver the unimaginable – the greatest song ever written. \n \n The Latin-themed soundtrack is a key element to the movie and provides an opportunity for audiences to hear the Grigoryan Brothers like never before. \n \n Movie Preview \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Slava and Leonard \n \n \n Slava & Leonard Grigoryan\n \n \n \n  Guitarists\, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan are counted amongst the finest musicians of their generation having developed a reputation for enthralling audiences with the energy of their performances and the breadth of their repertoire – embracing genres such as classical\, jazz and contemporary music from around the world. ​Between them\, they have received 4 ARIA awards (Australian Recording Industry Association) and an incredible 24 ARIA Award nominations. As a duo they have recorded 12 albums with the 13th coming out in 2023. ​They have been touring internationally since 2003\, regularly performing throughout Europe\, Asia\, Australia and the USA. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “The musical themes in “A Boy Called Sailboat” are an integral part of the film\, and as such the execution had to be perfect. Lucky for us we met Slava and Lenny\, the magnificent Grigoryan Brothers\, who delivered way above expectation. Their performance in the recording is just sublime\, and once we heard it\, we just knew that it would be best heard live. To have such virtuoso musicians play on the film was a very personal honour\, and the experience of hearing the creations in the studio was pure joy. We’re very proud to be able to present this special screening and live performance of the musical score of “A Boy Called Sailboat\, and just know that you will be treated to a wonderful experience.” From the Cameron Nugent (Director) and Andrew Curry (Producer) “It has been an immense pleasure and privilege to have had the opportunity of creating the soundtrack for ‘A Boy Called Sailboat’. We loved the idea of having nothing but two guitars as a backdrop to this wonderful story. Despite being initially daunted\, collaborating so closely with director Cameron Nugent and producer Andrew Curry was nothing short of inspiring. It was very exciting to see these familiar songs take shape and become such an integral component of this beautiful production.”From the Grigoryan Brothers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $49 general admittance\, $45 concession\, $25 under 18yrs. Plus booking fees. \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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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-elizabeth-coleman/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/square-promo-elizabeth-coleman.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240201T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240229T223000 DTSTAMP:20240110T011205Z CREATED:20231221T015804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T011205Z UID:49635-1706808600-1709245800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Chess Club DESCRIPTION:Grigoryan Brothers – A Boy Called Sailboat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 14\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$25 – $49 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI – Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Film Screening with the soundtrack performed live by the Grigoryan Brothers\, followed by a Q & A with the film’s writer/director Cameron Nugent. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Acclaimed guitarists Slava & Leonard Grigoryan have expanded their creative output by crafting and recording the soundtrack to the award-winning movie A Boy Called Sailboat. \n \n  This heart-warming movie\, written and developed by Melbourne-based creative team Cameron Nugent and Andrew Curry was filmed in New Mexico and stars Academy Award® winning actor J.K Simmons\, Noel G\, Elizabeth De Razzo\, Jake Busey\, Lew Temple and Julian Atocani Sanchez in the title role. \n \n Sailboat brings love and hope to a family who have forged a simple but proud life in the drought-ridden Deep South. One afternoon he brings home a “little guitar”. From this moment\, Sailboat and his little guitar are inseparable\, and when his ill grandmother requests he write a song for her\, Sailboat meanders through adversity to deliver the unimaginable – the greatest song ever written. \n \n The Latin-themed soundtrack is a key element to the movie and provides an opportunity for audiences to hear the Grigoryan Brothers like never before. \n \n Movie Preview \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Slava and Leonard \n \n \n Slava & Leonard Grigoryan\n \n \n \n  Guitarists\, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan are counted amongst the finest musicians of their generation having developed a reputation for enthralling audiences with the energy of their performances and the breadth of their repertoire – embracing genres such as classical\, jazz and contemporary music from around the world. ​Between them\, they have received 4 ARIA awards (Australian Recording Industry Association) and an incredible 24 ARIA Award nominations. As a duo they have recorded 12 albums with the 13th coming out in 2023. ​They have been touring internationally since 2003\, regularly performing throughout Europe\, Asia\, Australia and the USA. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “The musical themes in “A Boy Called Sailboat” are an integral part of the film\, and as such the execution had to be perfect. Lucky for us we met Slava and Lenny\, the magnificent Grigoryan Brothers\, who delivered way above expectation. Their performance in the recording is just sublime\, and once we heard it\, we just knew that it would be best heard live. To have such virtuoso musicians play on the film was a very personal honour\, and the experience of hearing the creations in the studio was pure joy. We’re very proud to be able to present this special screening and live performance of the musical score of “A Boy Called Sailboat\, and just know that you will be treated to a wonderful experience.” From the Cameron Nugent (Director) and Andrew Curry (Producer) “It has been an immense pleasure and privilege to have had the opportunity of creating the soundtrack for ‘A Boy Called Sailboat’. We loved the idea of having nothing but two guitars as a backdrop to this wonderful story. Despite being initially daunted\, collaborating so closely with director Cameron Nugent and producer Andrew Curry was nothing short of inspiring. It was very exciting to see these familiar songs take shape and become such an integral component of this beautiful production.”From the Grigoryan Brothers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $49 general admittance\, $45 concession\, $25 under 18yrs. Plus booking fees. \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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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-chess-club/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Ballarat Chess Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/ballarat-chess-club-square-with-boarder.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240131T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240131T190000 DTSTAMP:20231213T232612Z CREATED:20231213T041518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T232612Z UID:49208-1706727600-1706727600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Choose Happiness: A Public Talk with Kelsang Luma DESCRIPTION:Grigoryan Brothers – A Boy Called Sailboat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 14\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$25 – $49 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI – Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Film Screening with the soundtrack performed live by the Grigoryan Brothers\, followed by a Q & A with the film’s writer/director Cameron Nugent. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Acclaimed guitarists Slava & Leonard Grigoryan have expanded their creative output by crafting and recording the soundtrack to the award-winning movie A Boy Called Sailboat. \n \n  This heart-warming movie\, written and developed by Melbourne-based creative team Cameron Nugent and Andrew Curry was filmed in New Mexico and stars Academy Award® winning actor J.K Simmons\, Noel G\, Elizabeth De Razzo\, Jake Busey\, Lew Temple and Julian Atocani Sanchez in the title role. \n \n Sailboat brings love and hope to a family who have forged a simple but proud life in the drought-ridden Deep South. One afternoon he brings home a “little guitar”. From this moment\, Sailboat and his little guitar are inseparable\, and when his ill grandmother requests he write a song for her\, Sailboat meanders through adversity to deliver the unimaginable – the greatest song ever written. \n \n The Latin-themed soundtrack is a key element to the movie and provides an opportunity for audiences to hear the Grigoryan Brothers like never before. \n \n Movie Preview \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Slava and Leonard \n \n \n Slava & Leonard Grigoryan\n \n \n \n  Guitarists\, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan are counted amongst the finest musicians of their generation having developed a reputation for enthralling audiences with the energy of their performances and the breadth of their repertoire – embracing genres such as classical\, jazz and contemporary music from around the world. ​Between them\, they have received 4 ARIA awards (Australian Recording Industry Association) and an incredible 24 ARIA Award nominations. As a duo they have recorded 12 albums with the 13th coming out in 2023. ​They have been touring internationally since 2003\, regularly performing throughout Europe\, Asia\, Australia and the USA. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “The musical themes in “A Boy Called Sailboat” are an integral part of the film\, and as such the execution had to be perfect. Lucky for us we met Slava and Lenny\, the magnificent Grigoryan Brothers\, who delivered way above expectation. Their performance in the recording is just sublime\, and once we heard it\, we just knew that it would be best heard live. To have such virtuoso musicians play on the film was a very personal honour\, and the experience of hearing the creations in the studio was pure joy. We’re very proud to be able to present this special screening and live performance of the musical score of “A Boy Called Sailboat\, and just know that you will be treated to a wonderful experience.” From the Cameron Nugent (Director) and Andrew Curry (Producer) “It has been an immense pleasure and privilege to have had the opportunity of creating the soundtrack for ‘A Boy Called Sailboat’. We loved the idea of having nothing but two guitars as a backdrop to this wonderful story. Despite being initially daunted\, collaborating so closely with director Cameron Nugent and producer Andrew Curry was nothing short of inspiring. It was very exciting to see these familiar songs take shape and become such an integral component of this beautiful production.”From the Grigoryan Brothers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $49 general admittance\, $45 concession\, $25 under 18yrs. Plus booking fees. \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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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/choose-happiness/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:kadampa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/flower-square.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240118T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240125T223000 DTSTAMP:20240110T010717Z CREATED:20231221T022307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T010717Z UID:49650-1705599000-1706221800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Chess Club DESCRIPTION:Grigoryan Brothers – A Boy Called Sailboat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 14\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$25 – $49 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI – Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Film Screening with the soundtrack performed live by the Grigoryan Brothers\, followed by a Q & A with the film’s writer/director Cameron Nugent. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Acclaimed guitarists Slava & Leonard Grigoryan have expanded their creative output by crafting and recording the soundtrack to the award-winning movie A Boy Called Sailboat. \n \n  This heart-warming movie\, written and developed by Melbourne-based creative team Cameron Nugent and Andrew Curry was filmed in New Mexico and stars Academy Award® winning actor J.K Simmons\, Noel G\, Elizabeth De Razzo\, Jake Busey\, Lew Temple and Julian Atocani Sanchez in the title role. \n \n Sailboat brings love and hope to a family who have forged a simple but proud life in the drought-ridden Deep South. One afternoon he brings home a “little guitar”. From this moment\, Sailboat and his little guitar are inseparable\, and when his ill grandmother requests he write a song for her\, Sailboat meanders through adversity to deliver the unimaginable – the greatest song ever written. \n \n The Latin-themed soundtrack is a key element to the movie and provides an opportunity for audiences to hear the Grigoryan Brothers like never before. \n \n Movie Preview \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Slava and Leonard \n \n \n Slava & Leonard Grigoryan\n \n \n \n  Guitarists\, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan are counted amongst the finest musicians of their generation having developed a reputation for enthralling audiences with the energy of their performances and the breadth of their repertoire – embracing genres such as classical\, jazz and contemporary music from around the world. ​Between them\, they have received 4 ARIA awards (Australian Recording Industry Association) and an incredible 24 ARIA Award nominations. As a duo they have recorded 12 albums with the 13th coming out in 2023. ​They have been touring internationally since 2003\, regularly performing throughout Europe\, Asia\, Australia and the USA. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “The musical themes in “A Boy Called Sailboat” are an integral part of the film\, and as such the execution had to be perfect. Lucky for us we met Slava and Lenny\, the magnificent Grigoryan Brothers\, who delivered way above expectation. Their performance in the recording is just sublime\, and once we heard it\, we just knew that it would be best heard live. To have such virtuoso musicians play on the film was a very personal honour\, and the experience of hearing the creations in the studio was pure joy. We’re very proud to be able to present this special screening and live performance of the musical score of “A Boy Called Sailboat\, and just know that you will be treated to a wonderful experience.” From the Cameron Nugent (Director) and Andrew Curry (Producer) “It has been an immense pleasure and privilege to have had the opportunity of creating the soundtrack for ‘A Boy Called Sailboat’. We loved the idea of having nothing but two guitars as a backdrop to this wonderful story. Despite being initially daunted\, collaborating so closely with director Cameron Nugent and producer Andrew Curry was nothing short of inspiring. It was very exciting to see these familiar songs take shape and become such an integral component of this beautiful production.”From the Grigoryan Brothers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $49 general admittance\, $45 concession\, $25 under 18yrs. Plus booking fees. \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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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-chess-club-copy/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Ballarat Chess Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/ballarat-chess-club-square-with-boarder.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240113T150000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240113T150000 DTSTAMP:20240110T005513Z CREATED:20240109T042935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T005513Z UID:49842-1705158000-1705158000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Organs of the Ballarat Goldfields | Recital 3 | Haydn Baryton Trios DESCRIPTION:Grigoryan Brothers – A Boy Called Sailboat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 14\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$25 – $49 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI – Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Film Screening with the soundtrack performed live by the Grigoryan Brothers\, followed by a Q & A with the film’s writer/director Cameron Nugent. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Acclaimed guitarists Slava & Leonard Grigoryan have expanded their creative output by crafting and recording the soundtrack to the award-winning movie A Boy Called Sailboat. \n \n  This heart-warming movie\, written and developed by Melbourne-based creative team Cameron Nugent and Andrew Curry was filmed in New Mexico and stars Academy Award® winning actor J.K Simmons\, Noel G\, Elizabeth De Razzo\, Jake Busey\, Lew Temple and Julian Atocani Sanchez in the title role. \n \n Sailboat brings love and hope to a family who have forged a simple but proud life in the drought-ridden Deep South. One afternoon he brings home a “little guitar”. From this moment\, Sailboat and his little guitar are inseparable\, and when his ill grandmother requests he write a song for her\, Sailboat meanders through adversity to deliver the unimaginable – the greatest song ever written. \n \n The Latin-themed soundtrack is a key element to the movie and provides an opportunity for audiences to hear the Grigoryan Brothers like never before. \n \n Movie Preview \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Slava and Leonard \n \n \n Slava & Leonard Grigoryan\n \n \n \n  Guitarists\, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan are counted amongst the finest musicians of their generation having developed a reputation for enthralling audiences with the energy of their performances and the breadth of their repertoire – embracing genres such as classical\, jazz and contemporary music from around the world. ​Between them\, they have received 4 ARIA awards (Australian Recording Industry Association) and an incredible 24 ARIA Award nominations. As a duo they have recorded 12 albums with the 13th coming out in 2023. ​They have been touring internationally since 2003\, regularly performing throughout Europe\, Asia\, Australia and the USA. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “The musical themes in “A Boy Called Sailboat” are an integral part of the film\, and as such the execution had to be perfect. Lucky for us we met Slava and Lenny\, the magnificent Grigoryan Brothers\, who delivered way above expectation. Their performance in the recording is just sublime\, and once we heard it\, we just knew that it would be best heard live. To have such virtuoso musicians play on the film was a very personal honour\, and the experience of hearing the creations in the studio was pure joy. We’re very proud to be able to present this special screening and live performance of the musical score of “A Boy Called Sailboat\, and just know that you will be treated to a wonderful experience.” From the Cameron Nugent (Director) and Andrew Curry (Producer) “It has been an immense pleasure and privilege to have had the opportunity of creating the soundtrack for ‘A Boy Called Sailboat’. We loved the idea of having nothing but two guitars as a backdrop to this wonderful story. Despite being initially daunted\, collaborating so closely with director Cameron Nugent and producer Andrew Curry was nothing short of inspiring. It was very exciting to see these familiar songs take shape and become such an integral component of this beautiful production.”From the Grigoryan Brothers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $49 general admittance\, $45 concession\, $25 under 18yrs. Plus booking fees. \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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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/organs-of-the-goldfields/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Classical Music,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/organs-of-the-goldfields-square.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240109T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240514T150000 DTSTAMP:20240229T030128Z CREATED:20231026T001524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T030128Z UID:46767-1704808800-1715698800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Day Tours of the Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute | Series DESCRIPTION:Grigoryan Brothers – A Boy Called Sailboat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 14\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$25 – $49 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI – Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Film Screening with the soundtrack performed live by the Grigoryan Brothers\, followed by a Q & A with the film’s writer/director Cameron Nugent. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Acclaimed guitarists Slava & Leonard Grigoryan have expanded their creative output by crafting and recording the soundtrack to the award-winning movie A Boy Called Sailboat. \n \n  This heart-warming movie\, written and developed by Melbourne-based creative team Cameron Nugent and Andrew Curry was filmed in New Mexico and stars Academy Award® winning actor J.K Simmons\, Noel G\, Elizabeth De Razzo\, Jake Busey\, Lew Temple and Julian Atocani Sanchez in the title role. \n \n Sailboat brings love and hope to a family who have forged a simple but proud life in the drought-ridden Deep South. One afternoon he brings home a “little guitar”. From this moment\, Sailboat and his little guitar are inseparable\, and when his ill grandmother requests he write a song for her\, Sailboat meanders through adversity to deliver the unimaginable – the greatest song ever written. \n \n The Latin-themed soundtrack is a key element to the movie and provides an opportunity for audiences to hear the Grigoryan Brothers like never before. \n \n Movie Preview \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Slava and Leonard \n \n \n Slava & Leonard Grigoryan\n \n \n \n  Guitarists\, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan are counted amongst the finest musicians of their generation having developed a reputation for enthralling audiences with the energy of their performances and the breadth of their repertoire – embracing genres such as classical\, jazz and contemporary music from around the world. ​Between them\, they have received 4 ARIA awards (Australian Recording Industry Association) and an incredible 24 ARIA Award nominations. As a duo they have recorded 12 albums with the 13th coming out in 2023. ​They have been touring internationally since 2003\, regularly performing throughout Europe\, Asia\, Australia and the USA. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “The musical themes in “A Boy Called Sailboat” are an integral part of the film\, and as such the execution had to be perfect. Lucky for us we met Slava and Lenny\, the magnificent Grigoryan Brothers\, who delivered way above expectation. Their performance in the recording is just sublime\, and once we heard it\, we just knew that it would be best heard live. To have such virtuoso musicians play on the film was a very personal honour\, and the experience of hearing the creations in the studio was pure joy. We’re very proud to be able to present this special screening and live performance of the musical score of “A Boy Called Sailboat\, and just know that you will be treated to a wonderful experience.” From the Cameron Nugent (Director) and Andrew Curry (Producer) “It has been an immense pleasure and privilege to have had the opportunity of creating the soundtrack for ‘A Boy Called Sailboat’. We loved the idea of having nothing but two guitars as a backdrop to this wonderful story. Despite being initially daunted\, collaborating so closely with director Cameron Nugent and producer Andrew Curry was nothing short of inspiring. It was very exciting to see these familiar songs take shape and become such an integral component of this beautiful production.”From the Grigoryan Brothers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $49 general admittance\, $45 concession\, $25 under 18yrs. Plus booking fees. \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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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/day-tours-copy-2-2/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/BMI-woodcut_bags-low-res-1kb-e1703024949185.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231216T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231216T220000 DTSTAMP:20231023T010731Z CREATED:20231004T220653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T010731Z UID:46008-1702755000-1702764000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Motown Mistletoe with Motor City Sounds DESCRIPTION:Grigoryan Brothers – A Boy Called Sailboat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 14\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$25 – $49 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI – Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Film Screening with the soundtrack performed live by the Grigoryan Brothers\, followed by a Q & A with the film’s writer/director Cameron Nugent. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Acclaimed guitarists Slava & Leonard Grigoryan have expanded their creative output by crafting and recording the soundtrack to the award-winning movie A Boy Called Sailboat. \n \n  This heart-warming movie\, written and developed by Melbourne-based creative team Cameron Nugent and Andrew Curry was filmed in New Mexico and stars Academy Award® winning actor J.K Simmons\, Noel G\, Elizabeth De Razzo\, Jake Busey\, Lew Temple and Julian Atocani Sanchez in the title role. \n \n Sailboat brings love and hope to a family who have forged a simple but proud life in the drought-ridden Deep South. One afternoon he brings home a “little guitar”. From this moment\, Sailboat and his little guitar are inseparable\, and when his ill grandmother requests he write a song for her\, Sailboat meanders through adversity to deliver the unimaginable – the greatest song ever written. \n \n The Latin-themed soundtrack is a key element to the movie and provides an opportunity for audiences to hear the Grigoryan Brothers like never before. \n \n Movie Preview \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Slava and Leonard \n \n \n Slava & Leonard Grigoryan\n \n \n \n  Guitarists\, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan are counted amongst the finest musicians of their generation having developed a reputation for enthralling audiences with the energy of their performances and the breadth of their repertoire – embracing genres such as classical\, jazz and contemporary music from around the world. ​Between them\, they have received 4 ARIA awards (Australian Recording Industry Association) and an incredible 24 ARIA Award nominations. As a duo they have recorded 12 albums with the 13th coming out in 2023. ​They have been touring internationally since 2003\, regularly performing throughout Europe\, Asia\, Australia and the USA. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “The musical themes in “A Boy Called Sailboat” are an integral part of the film\, and as such the execution had to be perfect. Lucky for us we met Slava and Lenny\, the magnificent Grigoryan Brothers\, who delivered way above expectation. Their performance in the recording is just sublime\, and once we heard it\, we just knew that it would be best heard live. To have such virtuoso musicians play on the film was a very personal honour\, and the experience of hearing the creations in the studio was pure joy. We’re very proud to be able to present this special screening and live performance of the musical score of “A Boy Called Sailboat\, and just know that you will be treated to a wonderful experience.” From the Cameron Nugent (Director) and Andrew Curry (Producer) “It has been an immense pleasure and privilege to have had the opportunity of creating the soundtrack for ‘A Boy Called Sailboat’. We loved the idea of having nothing but two guitars as a backdrop to this wonderful story. Despite being initially daunted\, collaborating so closely with director Cameron Nugent and producer Andrew Curry was nothing short of inspiring. It was very exciting to see these familiar songs take shape and become such an integral component of this beautiful production.”From the Grigoryan Brothers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $49 general admittance\, $45 concession\, $25 under 18yrs. Plus booking fees. \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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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/motor-city-sounds-motown/ 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/2023/10/mcs-bmi-2019_orig-adj.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231214T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231214T210000 DTSTAMP:20230912T011328Z CREATED:20230202T033152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230912T011328Z UID:33977-1702582200-1702587600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Film Society - Redemption of a Rogue DESCRIPTION:Grigoryan Brothers – A Boy Called Sailboat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 14\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$25 – $49 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI – Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Film Screening with the soundtrack performed live by the Grigoryan Brothers\, followed by a Q & A with the film’s writer/director Cameron Nugent. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Acclaimed guitarists Slava & Leonard Grigoryan have expanded their creative output by crafting and recording the soundtrack to the award-winning movie A Boy Called Sailboat. \n \n  This heart-warming movie\, written and developed by Melbourne-based creative team Cameron Nugent and Andrew Curry was filmed in New Mexico and stars Academy Award® winning actor J.K Simmons\, Noel G\, Elizabeth De Razzo\, Jake Busey\, Lew Temple and Julian Atocani Sanchez in the title role. \n \n Sailboat brings love and hope to a family who have forged a simple but proud life in the drought-ridden Deep South. One afternoon he brings home a “little guitar”. From this moment\, Sailboat and his little guitar are inseparable\, and when his ill grandmother requests he write a song for her\, Sailboat meanders through adversity to deliver the unimaginable – the greatest song ever written. \n \n The Latin-themed soundtrack is a key element to the movie and provides an opportunity for audiences to hear the Grigoryan Brothers like never before. \n \n Movie Preview \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Slava and Leonard \n \n \n Slava & Leonard Grigoryan\n \n \n \n  Guitarists\, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan are counted amongst the finest musicians of their generation having developed a reputation for enthralling audiences with the energy of their performances and the breadth of their repertoire – embracing genres such as classical\, jazz and contemporary music from around the world. ​Between them\, they have received 4 ARIA awards (Australian Recording Industry Association) and an incredible 24 ARIA Award nominations. As a duo they have recorded 12 albums with the 13th coming out in 2023. ​They have been touring internationally since 2003\, regularly performing throughout Europe\, Asia\, Australia and the USA. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “The musical themes in “A Boy Called Sailboat” are an integral part of the film\, and as such the execution had to be perfect. Lucky for us we met Slava and Lenny\, the magnificent Grigoryan Brothers\, who delivered way above expectation. Their performance in the recording is just sublime\, and once we heard it\, we just knew that it would be best heard live. To have such virtuoso musicians play on the film was a very personal honour\, and the experience of hearing the creations in the studio was pure joy. We’re very proud to be able to present this special screening and live performance of the musical score of “A Boy Called Sailboat\, and just know that you will be treated to a wonderful experience.” From the Cameron Nugent (Director) and Andrew Curry (Producer) “It has been an immense pleasure and privilege to have had the opportunity of creating the soundtrack for ‘A Boy Called Sailboat’. We loved the idea of having nothing but two guitars as a backdrop to this wonderful story. Despite being initially daunted\, collaborating so closely with director Cameron Nugent and producer Andrew Curry was nothing short of inspiring. It was very exciting to see these familiar songs take shape and become such an integral component of this beautiful production.”From the Grigoryan Brothers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $49 general admittance\, $45 concession\, $25 under 18yrs. Plus booking fees. \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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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/bfs-redemptionofarogue/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Ballarat Film Society,Externally Produced Event,Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/4665.jpg.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231211T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231211T193000 DTSTAMP:20231206T042434Z CREATED:20231109T024316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T042434Z UID:47354-1702315800-1702323000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:BMI Members Christmas Party with the Ballarat Singers DESCRIPTION:Grigoryan Brothers – A Boy Called Sailboat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 14\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$25 – $49 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI – Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Film Screening with the soundtrack performed live by the Grigoryan Brothers\, followed by a Q & A with the film’s writer/director Cameron Nugent. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Acclaimed guitarists Slava & Leonard Grigoryan have expanded their creative output by crafting and recording the soundtrack to the award-winning movie A Boy Called Sailboat. \n \n  This heart-warming movie\, written and developed by Melbourne-based creative team Cameron Nugent and Andrew Curry was filmed in New Mexico and stars Academy Award® winning actor J.K Simmons\, Noel G\, Elizabeth De Razzo\, Jake Busey\, Lew Temple and Julian Atocani Sanchez in the title role. \n \n Sailboat brings love and hope to a family who have forged a simple but proud life in the drought-ridden Deep South. One afternoon he brings home a “little guitar”. From this moment\, Sailboat and his little guitar are inseparable\, and when his ill grandmother requests he write a song for her\, Sailboat meanders through adversity to deliver the unimaginable – the greatest song ever written. \n \n The Latin-themed soundtrack is a key element to the movie and provides an opportunity for audiences to hear the Grigoryan Brothers like never before. \n \n Movie Preview \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Slava and Leonard \n \n \n Slava & Leonard Grigoryan\n \n \n \n  Guitarists\, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan are counted amongst the finest musicians of their generation having developed a reputation for enthralling audiences with the energy of their performances and the breadth of their repertoire – embracing genres such as classical\, jazz and contemporary music from around the world. ​Between them\, they have received 4 ARIA awards (Australian Recording Industry Association) and an incredible 24 ARIA Award nominations. As a duo they have recorded 12 albums with the 13th coming out in 2023. ​They have been touring internationally since 2003\, regularly performing throughout Europe\, Asia\, Australia and the USA. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “The musical themes in “A Boy Called Sailboat” are an integral part of the film\, and as such the execution had to be perfect. Lucky for us we met Slava and Lenny\, the magnificent Grigoryan Brothers\, who delivered way above expectation. Their performance in the recording is just sublime\, and once we heard it\, we just knew that it would be best heard live. To have such virtuoso musicians play on the film was a very personal honour\, and the experience of hearing the creations in the studio was pure joy. We’re very proud to be able to present this special screening and live performance of the musical score of “A Boy Called Sailboat\, and just know that you will be treated to a wonderful experience.” From the Cameron Nugent (Director) and Andrew Curry (Producer) “It has been an immense pleasure and privilege to have had the opportunity of creating the soundtrack for ‘A Boy Called Sailboat’. We loved the idea of having nothing but two guitars as a backdrop to this wonderful story. Despite being initially daunted\, collaborating so closely with director Cameron Nugent and producer Andrew Curry was nothing short of inspiring. It was very exciting to see these familiar songs take shape and become such an integral component of this beautiful production.”From the Grigoryan Brothers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $49 general admittance\, $45 concession\, $25 under 18yrs. Plus booking fees. \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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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/members-christmas-party/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Library,Members ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/square-promo-christmas.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231203T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231203T140000 DTSTAMP:20231102T212954Z CREATED:20231018T013445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231102T212954Z UID:46392-1701597600-1701612000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:BMI Summer Maker Market DESCRIPTION:Grigoryan Brothers – A Boy Called Sailboat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 14\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$25 – $49 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI – Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Film Screening with the soundtrack performed live by the Grigoryan Brothers\, followed by a Q & A with the film’s writer/director Cameron Nugent. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Acclaimed guitarists Slava & Leonard Grigoryan have expanded their creative output by crafting and recording the soundtrack to the award-winning movie A Boy Called Sailboat. \n \n  This heart-warming movie\, written and developed by Melbourne-based creative team Cameron Nugent and Andrew Curry was filmed in New Mexico and stars Academy Award® winning actor J.K Simmons\, Noel G\, Elizabeth De Razzo\, Jake Busey\, Lew Temple and Julian Atocani Sanchez in the title role. \n \n Sailboat brings love and hope to a family who have forged a simple but proud life in the drought-ridden Deep South. One afternoon he brings home a “little guitar”. From this moment\, Sailboat and his little guitar are inseparable\, and when his ill grandmother requests he write a song for her\, Sailboat meanders through adversity to deliver the unimaginable – the greatest song ever written. \n \n The Latin-themed soundtrack is a key element to the movie and provides an opportunity for audiences to hear the Grigoryan Brothers like never before. \n \n Movie Preview \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Slava and Leonard \n \n \n Slava & Leonard Grigoryan\n \n \n \n  Guitarists\, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan are counted amongst the finest musicians of their generation having developed a reputation for enthralling audiences with the energy of their performances and the breadth of their repertoire – embracing genres such as classical\, jazz and contemporary music from around the world. ​Between them\, they have received 4 ARIA awards (Australian Recording Industry Association) and an incredible 24 ARIA Award nominations. As a duo they have recorded 12 albums with the 13th coming out in 2023. ​They have been touring internationally since 2003\, regularly performing throughout Europe\, Asia\, Australia and the USA. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “The musical themes in “A Boy Called Sailboat” are an integral part of the film\, and as such the execution had to be perfect. Lucky for us we met Slava and Lenny\, the magnificent Grigoryan Brothers\, who delivered way above expectation. Their performance in the recording is just sublime\, and once we heard it\, we just knew that it would be best heard live. To have such virtuoso musicians play on the film was a very personal honour\, and the experience of hearing the creations in the studio was pure joy. We’re very proud to be able to present this special screening and live performance of the musical score of “A Boy Called Sailboat\, and just know that you will be treated to a wonderful experience.” From the Cameron Nugent (Director) and Andrew Curry (Producer) “It has been an immense pleasure and privilege to have had the opportunity of creating the soundtrack for ‘A Boy Called Sailboat’. We loved the idea of having nothing but two guitars as a backdrop to this wonderful story. Despite being initially daunted\, collaborating so closely with director Cameron Nugent and producer Andrew Curry was nothing short of inspiring. It was very exciting to see these familiar songs take shape and become such an integral component of this beautiful production.”From the Grigoryan Brothers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $49 general admittance\, $45 concession\, $25 under 18yrs. Plus booking fees. \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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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/bmi-summer-maker-market/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Market ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/maker_image-e1628392488945.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231202 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231205 DTSTAMP:20231013T023541Z CREATED:20231013T022508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T023541Z UID:46252-1701478800-1701651599@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Summer Book Sale DESCRIPTION:Grigoryan Brothers – A Boy Called Sailboat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 14\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$25 – $49 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI – Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Film Screening with the soundtrack performed live by the Grigoryan Brothers\, followed by a Q & A with the film’s writer/director Cameron Nugent. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Acclaimed guitarists Slava & Leonard Grigoryan have expanded their creative output by crafting and recording the soundtrack to the award-winning movie A Boy Called Sailboat. \n \n  This heart-warming movie\, written and developed by Melbourne-based creative team Cameron Nugent and Andrew Curry was filmed in New Mexico and stars Academy Award® winning actor J.K Simmons\, Noel G\, Elizabeth De Razzo\, Jake Busey\, Lew Temple and Julian Atocani Sanchez in the title role. \n \n Sailboat brings love and hope to a family who have forged a simple but proud life in the drought-ridden Deep South. One afternoon he brings home a “little guitar”. From this moment\, Sailboat and his little guitar are inseparable\, and when his ill grandmother requests he write a song for her\, Sailboat meanders through adversity to deliver the unimaginable – the greatest song ever written. \n \n The Latin-themed soundtrack is a key element to the movie and provides an opportunity for audiences to hear the Grigoryan Brothers like never before. \n \n Movie Preview \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Slava and Leonard \n \n \n Slava & Leonard Grigoryan\n \n \n \n  Guitarists\, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan are counted amongst the finest musicians of their generation having developed a reputation for enthralling audiences with the energy of their performances and the breadth of their repertoire – embracing genres such as classical\, jazz and contemporary music from around the world. ​Between them\, they have received 4 ARIA awards (Australian Recording Industry Association) and an incredible 24 ARIA Award nominations. As a duo they have recorded 12 albums with the 13th coming out in 2023. ​They have been touring internationally since 2003\, regularly performing throughout Europe\, Asia\, Australia and the USA. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “The musical themes in “A Boy Called Sailboat” are an integral part of the film\, and as such the execution had to be perfect. Lucky for us we met Slava and Lenny\, the magnificent Grigoryan Brothers\, who delivered way above expectation. Their performance in the recording is just sublime\, and once we heard it\, we just knew that it would be best heard live. To have such virtuoso musicians play on the film was a very personal honour\, and the experience of hearing the creations in the studio was pure joy. We’re very proud to be able to present this special screening and live performance of the musical score of “A Boy Called Sailboat\, and just know that you will be treated to a wonderful experience.” From the Cameron Nugent (Director) and Andrew Curry (Producer) “It has been an immense pleasure and privilege to have had the opportunity of creating the soundtrack for ‘A Boy Called Sailboat’. We loved the idea of having nothing but two guitars as a backdrop to this wonderful story. Despite being initially daunted\, collaborating so closely with director Cameron Nugent and producer Andrew Curry was nothing short of inspiring. It was very exciting to see these familiar songs take shape and become such an integral component of this beautiful production.”From the Grigoryan Brothers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $49 general admittance\, $45 concession\, $25 under 18yrs. Plus booking fees. \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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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/summer-book-sale/ LOCATION:Library Ground Floor\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bios.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231201T093000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231201T153000 DTSTAMP:20240815T053849Z CREATED:20230816T020026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T053849Z UID:43742-1701423000-1701444600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Golf Day Fundraiser | Join Us at Snake Valley Golf Club DESCRIPTION:Grigoryan Brothers – A Boy Called Sailboat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 14\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$25 – $49 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI – Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Film Screening with the soundtrack performed live by the Grigoryan Brothers\, followed by a Q & A with the film’s writer/director Cameron Nugent. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Acclaimed guitarists Slava & Leonard Grigoryan have expanded their creative output by crafting and recording the soundtrack to the award-winning movie A Boy Called Sailboat. \n \n  This heart-warming movie\, written and developed by Melbourne-based creative team Cameron Nugent and Andrew Curry was filmed in New Mexico and stars Academy Award® winning actor J.K Simmons\, Noel G\, Elizabeth De Razzo\, Jake Busey\, Lew Temple and Julian Atocani Sanchez in the title role. \n \n Sailboat brings love and hope to a family who have forged a simple but proud life in the drought-ridden Deep South. One afternoon he brings home a “little guitar”. From this moment\, Sailboat and his little guitar are inseparable\, and when his ill grandmother requests he write a song for her\, Sailboat meanders through adversity to deliver the unimaginable – the greatest song ever written. \n \n The Latin-themed soundtrack is a key element to the movie and provides an opportunity for audiences to hear the Grigoryan Brothers like never before. \n \n Movie Preview \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Slava and Leonard \n \n \n Slava & Leonard Grigoryan\n \n \n \n  Guitarists\, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan are counted amongst the finest musicians of their generation having developed a reputation for enthralling audiences with the energy of their performances and the breadth of their repertoire – embracing genres such as classical\, jazz and contemporary music from around the world. ​Between them\, they have received 4 ARIA awards (Australian Recording Industry Association) and an incredible 24 ARIA Award nominations. As a duo they have recorded 12 albums with the 13th coming out in 2023. ​They have been touring internationally since 2003\, regularly performing throughout Europe\, Asia\, Australia and the USA. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “The musical themes in “A Boy Called Sailboat” are an integral part of the film\, and as such the execution had to be perfect. Lucky for us we met Slava and Lenny\, the magnificent Grigoryan Brothers\, who delivered way above expectation. Their performance in the recording is just sublime\, and once we heard it\, we just knew that it would be best heard live. To have such virtuoso musicians play on the film was a very personal honour\, and the experience of hearing the creations in the studio was pure joy. We’re very proud to be able to present this special screening and live performance of the musical score of “A Boy Called Sailboat\, and just know that you will be treated to a wonderful experience.” From the Cameron Nugent (Director) and Andrew Curry (Producer) “It has been an immense pleasure and privilege to have had the opportunity of creating the soundtrack for ‘A Boy Called Sailboat’. We loved the idea of having nothing but two guitars as a backdrop to this wonderful story. Despite being initially daunted\, collaborating so closely with director Cameron Nugent and producer Andrew Curry was nothing short of inspiring. It was very exciting to see these familiar songs take shape and become such an integral component of this beautiful production.”From the Grigoryan Brothers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $49 general admittance\, $45 concession\, $25 under 18yrs. Plus booking fees. \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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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/golf-day/ LOCATION:Snake Valley Golf Club\, 341 Chepstowe Road\, Snake Valley\, Victoria\, 3351\, Australia CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Members ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/golf-day-square-promotional-image-v6.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231126T210000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231126T220000 DTSTAMP:20231115T230832Z CREATED:20231019T064643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T230832Z UID:46420-1701032400-1701036000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Minerva's Secrets | Night Tours DESCRIPTION:Grigoryan Brothers – A Boy Called Sailboat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 14\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$25 – $49 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI – Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Film Screening with the soundtrack performed live by the Grigoryan Brothers\, followed by a Q & A with the film’s writer/director Cameron Nugent. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Acclaimed guitarists Slava & Leonard Grigoryan have expanded their creative output by crafting and recording the soundtrack to the award-winning movie A Boy Called Sailboat. \n \n  This heart-warming movie\, written and developed by Melbourne-based creative team Cameron Nugent and Andrew Curry was filmed in New Mexico and stars Academy Award® winning actor J.K Simmons\, Noel G\, Elizabeth De Razzo\, Jake Busey\, Lew Temple and Julian Atocani Sanchez in the title role. \n \n Sailboat brings love and hope to a family who have forged a simple but proud life in the drought-ridden Deep South. One afternoon he brings home a “little guitar”. From this moment\, Sailboat and his little guitar are inseparable\, and when his ill grandmother requests he write a song for her\, Sailboat meanders through adversity to deliver the unimaginable – the greatest song ever written. \n \n The Latin-themed soundtrack is a key element to the movie and provides an opportunity for audiences to hear the Grigoryan Brothers like never before. \n \n Movie Preview \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Slava and Leonard \n \n \n Slava & Leonard Grigoryan\n \n \n \n  Guitarists\, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan are counted amongst the finest musicians of their generation having developed a reputation for enthralling audiences with the energy of their performances and the breadth of their repertoire – embracing genres such as classical\, jazz and contemporary music from around the world. ​Between them\, they have received 4 ARIA awards (Australian Recording Industry Association) and an incredible 24 ARIA Award nominations. As a duo they have recorded 12 albums with the 13th coming out in 2023. ​They have been touring internationally since 2003\, regularly performing throughout Europe\, Asia\, Australia and the USA. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “The musical themes in “A Boy Called Sailboat” are an integral part of the film\, and as such the execution had to be perfect. Lucky for us we met Slava and Lenny\, the magnificent Grigoryan Brothers\, who delivered way above expectation. Their performance in the recording is just sublime\, and once we heard it\, we just knew that it would be best heard live. To have such virtuoso musicians play on the film was a very personal honour\, and the experience of hearing the creations in the studio was pure joy. We’re very proud to be able to present this special screening and live performance of the musical score of “A Boy Called Sailboat\, and just know that you will be treated to a wonderful experience.” From the Cameron Nugent (Director) and Andrew Curry (Producer) “It has been an immense pleasure and privilege to have had the opportunity of creating the soundtrack for ‘A Boy Called Sailboat’. We loved the idea of having nothing but two guitars as a backdrop to this wonderful story. Despite being initially daunted\, collaborating so closely with director Cameron Nugent and producer Andrew Curry was nothing short of inspiring. It was very exciting to see these familiar songs take shape and become such an integral component of this beautiful production.”From the Grigoryan Brothers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $49 general admittance\, $45 concession\, $25 under 18yrs. Plus booking fees. \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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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/minervas-secrets-night-tours-november-9/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/costumes-night-tours-insta-facebook-special-offer-e1700018159487.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231126T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231126T200000 DTSTAMP:20231115T230517Z CREATED:20231019T064332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T230517Z UID:46417-1701025200-1701028800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Minerva's Secrets | Night Tours DESCRIPTION:Grigoryan Brothers – A Boy Called Sailboat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 14\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$25 – $49 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI – Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Film Screening with the soundtrack performed live by the Grigoryan Brothers\, followed by a Q & A with the film’s writer/director Cameron Nugent. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Acclaimed guitarists Slava & Leonard Grigoryan have expanded their creative output by crafting and recording the soundtrack to the award-winning movie A Boy Called Sailboat. \n \n  This heart-warming movie\, written and developed by Melbourne-based creative team Cameron Nugent and Andrew Curry was filmed in New Mexico and stars Academy Award® winning actor J.K Simmons\, Noel G\, Elizabeth De Razzo\, Jake Busey\, Lew Temple and Julian Atocani Sanchez in the title role. \n \n Sailboat brings love and hope to a family who have forged a simple but proud life in the drought-ridden Deep South. One afternoon he brings home a “little guitar”. From this moment\, Sailboat and his little guitar are inseparable\, and when his ill grandmother requests he write a song for her\, Sailboat meanders through adversity to deliver the unimaginable – the greatest song ever written. \n \n The Latin-themed soundtrack is a key element to the movie and provides an opportunity for audiences to hear the Grigoryan Brothers like never before. \n \n Movie Preview \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Slava and Leonard \n \n \n Slava & Leonard Grigoryan\n \n \n \n  Guitarists\, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan are counted amongst the finest musicians of their generation having developed a reputation for enthralling audiences with the energy of their performances and the breadth of their repertoire – embracing genres such as classical\, jazz and contemporary music from around the world. ​Between them\, they have received 4 ARIA awards (Australian Recording Industry Association) and an incredible 24 ARIA Award nominations. As a duo they have recorded 12 albums with the 13th coming out in 2023. ​They have been touring internationally since 2003\, regularly performing throughout Europe\, Asia\, Australia and the USA. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “The musical themes in “A Boy Called Sailboat” are an integral part of the film\, and as such the execution had to be perfect. Lucky for us we met Slava and Lenny\, the magnificent Grigoryan Brothers\, who delivered way above expectation. Their performance in the recording is just sublime\, and once we heard it\, we just knew that it would be best heard live. To have such virtuoso musicians play on the film was a very personal honour\, and the experience of hearing the creations in the studio was pure joy. We’re very proud to be able to present this special screening and live performance of the musical score of “A Boy Called Sailboat\, and just know that you will be treated to a wonderful experience.” From the Cameron Nugent (Director) and Andrew Curry (Producer) “It has been an immense pleasure and privilege to have had the opportunity of creating the soundtrack for ‘A Boy Called Sailboat’. We loved the idea of having nothing but two guitars as a backdrop to this wonderful story. Despite being initially daunted\, collaborating so closely with director Cameron Nugent and producer Andrew Curry was nothing short of inspiring. It was very exciting to see these familiar songs take shape and become such an integral component of this beautiful production.”From the Grigoryan Brothers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $49 general admittance\, $45 concession\, $25 under 18yrs. Plus booking fees. \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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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/minervas-secrets-night-tours-november/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/costumes-night-tours-insta-facebook-special-offer-e1700018159487.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231117T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231117T220000 DTSTAMP:20231102T212012Z CREATED:20230928T040756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231102T212012Z UID:45838-1700244000-1700258400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Melbourne Food & Wine Festival Regional | Once Upon a Time DESCRIPTION:Grigoryan Brothers – A Boy Called Sailboat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 14\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$25 – $49 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI – Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Film Screening with the soundtrack performed live by the Grigoryan Brothers\, followed by a Q & A with the film’s writer/director Cameron Nugent. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Acclaimed guitarists Slava & Leonard Grigoryan have expanded their creative output by crafting and recording the soundtrack to the award-winning movie A Boy Called Sailboat. \n \n  This heart-warming movie\, written and developed by Melbourne-based creative team Cameron Nugent and Andrew Curry was filmed in New Mexico and stars Academy Award® winning actor J.K Simmons\, Noel G\, Elizabeth De Razzo\, Jake Busey\, Lew Temple and Julian Atocani Sanchez in the title role. \n \n Sailboat brings love and hope to a family who have forged a simple but proud life in the drought-ridden Deep South. One afternoon he brings home a “little guitar”. From this moment\, Sailboat and his little guitar are inseparable\, and when his ill grandmother requests he write a song for her\, Sailboat meanders through adversity to deliver the unimaginable – the greatest song ever written. \n \n The Latin-themed soundtrack is a key element to the movie and provides an opportunity for audiences to hear the Grigoryan Brothers like never before. \n \n Movie Preview \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Slava and Leonard \n \n \n Slava & Leonard Grigoryan\n \n \n \n  Guitarists\, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan are counted amongst the finest musicians of their generation having developed a reputation for enthralling audiences with the energy of their performances and the breadth of their repertoire – embracing genres such as classical\, jazz and contemporary music from around the world. ​Between them\, they have received 4 ARIA awards (Australian Recording Industry Association) and an incredible 24 ARIA Award nominations. As a duo they have recorded 12 albums with the 13th coming out in 2023. ​They have been touring internationally since 2003\, regularly performing throughout Europe\, Asia\, Australia and the USA. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “The musical themes in “A Boy Called Sailboat” are an integral part of the film\, and as such the execution had to be perfect. Lucky for us we met Slava and Lenny\, the magnificent Grigoryan Brothers\, who delivered way above expectation. Their performance in the recording is just sublime\, and once we heard it\, we just knew that it would be best heard live. To have such virtuoso musicians play on the film was a very personal honour\, and the experience of hearing the creations in the studio was pure joy. We’re very proud to be able to present this special screening and live performance of the musical score of “A Boy Called Sailboat\, and just know that you will be treated to a wonderful experience.” From the Cameron Nugent (Director) and Andrew Curry (Producer) “It has been an immense pleasure and privilege to have had the opportunity of creating the soundtrack for ‘A Boy Called Sailboat’. We loved the idea of having nothing but two guitars as a backdrop to this wonderful story. Despite being initially daunted\, collaborating so closely with director Cameron Nugent and producer Andrew Curry was nothing short of inspiring. It was very exciting to see these familiar songs take shape and become such an integral component of this beautiful production.”From the Grigoryan Brothers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $49 general admittance\, $45 concession\, $25 under 18yrs. Plus booking fees. \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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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/melb-food-wine-regional/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Festival,Food & Wine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/once-upon-a-time.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231116T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231116T200000 DTSTAMP:20240430T011733Z CREATED:20230918T012948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T011733Z UID:45333-1700157600-1700164800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Gabriel Bergmoser DESCRIPTION:Grigoryan Brothers – A Boy Called Sailboat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 14\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$25 – $49 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI – Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Film Screening with the soundtrack performed live by the Grigoryan Brothers\, followed by a Q & A with the film’s writer/director Cameron Nugent. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Acclaimed guitarists Slava & Leonard Grigoryan have expanded their creative output by crafting and recording the soundtrack to the award-winning movie A Boy Called Sailboat. \n \n  This heart-warming movie\, written and developed by Melbourne-based creative team Cameron Nugent and Andrew Curry was filmed in New Mexico and stars Academy Award® winning actor J.K Simmons\, Noel G\, Elizabeth De Razzo\, Jake Busey\, Lew Temple and Julian Atocani Sanchez in the title role. \n \n Sailboat brings love and hope to a family who have forged a simple but proud life in the drought-ridden Deep South. One afternoon he brings home a “little guitar”. From this moment\, Sailboat and his little guitar are inseparable\, and when his ill grandmother requests he write a song for her\, Sailboat meanders through adversity to deliver the unimaginable – the greatest song ever written. \n \n The Latin-themed soundtrack is a key element to the movie and provides an opportunity for audiences to hear the Grigoryan Brothers like never before. \n \n Movie Preview \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Slava and Leonard \n \n \n Slava & Leonard Grigoryan\n \n \n \n  Guitarists\, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan are counted amongst the finest musicians of their generation having developed a reputation for enthralling audiences with the energy of their performances and the breadth of their repertoire – embracing genres such as classical\, jazz and contemporary music from around the world. ​Between them\, they have received 4 ARIA awards (Australian Recording Industry Association) and an incredible 24 ARIA Award nominations. As a duo they have recorded 12 albums with the 13th coming out in 2023. ​They have been touring internationally since 2003\, regularly performing throughout Europe\, Asia\, Australia and the USA. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “The musical themes in “A Boy Called Sailboat” are an integral part of the film\, and as such the execution had to be perfect. Lucky for us we met Slava and Lenny\, the magnificent Grigoryan Brothers\, who delivered way above expectation. Their performance in the recording is just sublime\, and once we heard it\, we just knew that it would be best heard live. To have such virtuoso musicians play on the film was a very personal honour\, and the experience of hearing the creations in the studio was pure joy. We’re very proud to be able to present this special screening and live performance of the musical score of “A Boy Called Sailboat\, and just know that you will be treated to a wonderful experience.” From the Cameron Nugent (Director) and Andrew Curry (Producer) “It has been an immense pleasure and privilege to have had the opportunity of creating the soundtrack for ‘A Boy Called Sailboat’. We loved the idea of having nothing but two guitars as a backdrop to this wonderful story. Despite being initially daunted\, collaborating so closely with director Cameron Nugent and producer Andrew Curry was nothing short of inspiring. It was very exciting to see these familiar songs take shape and become such an integral component of this beautiful production.”From the Grigoryan Brothers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $49 general admittance\, $45 concession\, $25 under 18yrs. Plus booking fees. \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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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-gabriel-bergmoser/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/gabriel-bergmoser-promotional-squre.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231115T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231213T203000 DTSTAMP:20231107T003558Z CREATED:20231025T224708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231107T003558Z UID:46713-1700074800-1702499400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Kadampa Meditation Series | Anger Management DESCRIPTION:Grigoryan Brothers – A Boy Called Sailboat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 14\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$25 – $49 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI – Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Film Screening with the soundtrack performed live by the Grigoryan Brothers\, followed by a Q & A with the film’s writer/director Cameron Nugent. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Acclaimed guitarists Slava & Leonard Grigoryan have expanded their creative output by crafting and recording the soundtrack to the award-winning movie A Boy Called Sailboat. \n \n  This heart-warming movie\, written and developed by Melbourne-based creative team Cameron Nugent and Andrew Curry was filmed in New Mexico and stars Academy Award® winning actor J.K Simmons\, Noel G\, Elizabeth De Razzo\, Jake Busey\, Lew Temple and Julian Atocani Sanchez in the title role. \n \n Sailboat brings love and hope to a family who have forged a simple but proud life in the drought-ridden Deep South. One afternoon he brings home a “little guitar”. From this moment\, Sailboat and his little guitar are inseparable\, and when his ill grandmother requests he write a song for her\, Sailboat meanders through adversity to deliver the unimaginable – the greatest song ever written. \n \n The Latin-themed soundtrack is a key element to the movie and provides an opportunity for audiences to hear the Grigoryan Brothers like never before. \n \n Movie Preview \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Slava and Leonard \n \n \n Slava & Leonard Grigoryan\n \n \n \n  Guitarists\, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan are counted amongst the finest musicians of their generation having developed a reputation for enthralling audiences with the energy of their performances and the breadth of their repertoire – embracing genres such as classical\, jazz and contemporary music from around the world. ​Between them\, they have received 4 ARIA awards (Australian Recording Industry Association) and an incredible 24 ARIA Award nominations. As a duo they have recorded 12 albums with the 13th coming out in 2023. ​They have been touring internationally since 2003\, regularly performing throughout Europe\, Asia\, Australia and the USA. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “The musical themes in “A Boy Called Sailboat” are an integral part of the film\, and as such the execution had to be perfect. Lucky for us we met Slava and Lenny\, the magnificent Grigoryan Brothers\, who delivered way above expectation. Their performance in the recording is just sublime\, and once we heard it\, we just knew that it would be best heard live. To have such virtuoso musicians play on the film was a very personal honour\, and the experience of hearing the creations in the studio was pure joy. We’re very proud to be able to present this special screening and live performance of the musical score of “A Boy Called Sailboat\, and just know that you will be treated to a wonderful experience.” From the Cameron Nugent (Director) and Andrew Curry (Producer) “It has been an immense pleasure and privilege to have had the opportunity of creating the soundtrack for ‘A Boy Called Sailboat’. We loved the idea of having nothing but two guitars as a backdrop to this wonderful story. Despite being initially daunted\, collaborating so closely with director Cameron Nugent and producer Andrew Curry was nothing short of inspiring. It was very exciting to see these familiar songs take shape and become such an integral component of this beautiful production.”From the Grigoryan Brothers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $49 general admittance\, $45 concession\, $25 under 18yrs. Plus booking fees. \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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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-copy/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:kadampa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/kadampa-Ballarat-sep-dec-2023-1-logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231114T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231219T150000 DTSTAMP:20231026T001405Z CREATED:20231025T233616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231026T001405Z UID:46734-1699970400-1702998000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Day Tours of the Ballarat Mechanics' Institute | Series DESCRIPTION:Grigoryan Brothers – A Boy Called Sailboat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 14\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$25 – $49 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI – Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Film Screening with the soundtrack performed live by the Grigoryan Brothers\, followed by a Q & A with the film’s writer/director Cameron Nugent. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Acclaimed guitarists Slava & Leonard Grigoryan have expanded their creative output by crafting and recording the soundtrack to the award-winning movie A Boy Called Sailboat. \n \n  This heart-warming movie\, written and developed by Melbourne-based creative team Cameron Nugent and Andrew Curry was filmed in New Mexico and stars Academy Award® winning actor J.K Simmons\, Noel G\, Elizabeth De Razzo\, Jake Busey\, Lew Temple and Julian Atocani Sanchez in the title role. \n \n Sailboat brings love and hope to a family who have forged a simple but proud life in the drought-ridden Deep South. One afternoon he brings home a “little guitar”. From this moment\, Sailboat and his little guitar are inseparable\, and when his ill grandmother requests he write a song for her\, Sailboat meanders through adversity to deliver the unimaginable – the greatest song ever written. \n \n The Latin-themed soundtrack is a key element to the movie and provides an opportunity for audiences to hear the Grigoryan Brothers like never before. \n \n Movie Preview \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Slava and Leonard \n \n \n Slava & Leonard Grigoryan\n \n \n \n  Guitarists\, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan are counted amongst the finest musicians of their generation having developed a reputation for enthralling audiences with the energy of their performances and the breadth of their repertoire – embracing genres such as classical\, jazz and contemporary music from around the world. ​Between them\, they have received 4 ARIA awards (Australian Recording Industry Association) and an incredible 24 ARIA Award nominations. As a duo they have recorded 12 albums with the 13th coming out in 2023. ​They have been touring internationally since 2003\, regularly performing throughout Europe\, Asia\, Australia and the USA. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “The musical themes in “A Boy Called Sailboat” are an integral part of the film\, and as such the execution had to be perfect. Lucky for us we met Slava and Lenny\, the magnificent Grigoryan Brothers\, who delivered way above expectation. Their performance in the recording is just sublime\, and once we heard it\, we just knew that it would be best heard live. To have such virtuoso musicians play on the film was a very personal honour\, and the experience of hearing the creations in the studio was pure joy. We’re very proud to be able to present this special screening and live performance of the musical score of “A Boy Called Sailboat\, and just know that you will be treated to a wonderful experience.” From the Cameron Nugent (Director) and Andrew Curry (Producer) “It has been an immense pleasure and privilege to have had the opportunity of creating the soundtrack for ‘A Boy Called Sailboat’. We loved the idea of having nothing but two guitars as a backdrop to this wonderful story. Despite being initially daunted\, collaborating so closely with director Cameron Nugent and producer Andrew Curry was nothing short of inspiring. It was very exciting to see these familiar songs take shape and become such an integral component of this beautiful production.”From the Grigoryan Brothers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $49 general admittance\, $45 concession\, $25 under 18yrs. Plus booking fees. \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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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/day-tours/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/BMI-facade.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR