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2 EVENTS IN AUSTRALIA JUST ANNOUNCED!
17 March, 2023 (Sydney)
The Simonsens of St Kilda: A Family of Singers (Lecture) at Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Friday 17 March 5:30pm – tickets are free with online registration.
Click HERE to book your tickets and for further information. This lecture will also be livestreamed via Zoom. To attend online, please select the ‘Online Attendee’ option.
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22 March, 2023 (Melbourne)
An Evening with Roger Neill at Arts Centre Melbourne
Please join us on Wednesday 22 March to hear Roger share some fascinating stories from his illustrious career and insights from his new book, The Simonsens of St Kilda.
Click HERE to book tickets and for further information. Although the event is free, bookings are required.
Proudly presented by Theatre Heritage Australia in association with Arts Centre Melbourne.
Photo of Roger Neill © Toffael Rashid
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“Having been brought up myself in Melbourne, the story of all the Simonsens of St Kilda is absolutely fascinating – brought vividly to life by Roger Neill”
Danielle de Niese