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Taxithi – An Australian Odyssey
- Cultural Life series (Sold out, Sorry)
Hosted by:
March 5, 2016 @ 6:30 am - 9:00 am
A world premiere, and an invitation to the Gala Opening of Taxithi at fortyfive downstairs.
The untold stories of women who migrated from Greece to Australia in the 1950s and 1960s. Filled with the poignant memories and passionate music of their homeland, these true stories resonate with the strength of the women who made new lives, creating an indelible impression on a faraway country.
Writer and singer Helen Yotis Patterson is joined by an outstanding cast of actors, singers and musicians with this spell binding and moving story, which is unique and yet universal.
Written in Melbourne and produced by fortyfivedownstairs.
After the performance, stay to enjoy a beveridge and a close encounter with the cast and other guests.