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* Premiere Season Sat 22nd Sep to Sat 13th Oct 2018
Tales of the Olde Sea - Theatre

* 2018 The Fairways Restaurant Portland Golf Club
Live Performance and Special Events presented by Solferino Cinemas

Sat 23rd June - Midwinter Dance Night for Young and Old with Supper

Sat 5th May - Seasonal Dinner featuring Jazz Daiquiri with a Fixed 3 Course Menu

Sat 7th April - Prohibition Jazz Night featuring Kate Woolfe with Fixed Menu 3 Course Seafood Dinner

Sat 24th February - Celtic Heart Dinner with "Menu Fixe" French Style

* 2017 The Fairways Restaurant Portland Golf Club
Live Performance and Special Events presented by Solferino Cinemas
Sun 31st Dec - New Year's Eve with Barry Fitzpatrick
Sat 16th Dec - Children's Christmas Lantern Making on The Fairways
Sat 8th Dec - Christmas Dance with Will Birkenstock
Sat 28th Oct - The Fairways Restaurant Spring Market Stall at the Portland Spring Fair
Sat 7th Oct - Soular Spill with Sarah-Jane Spillane (Vocals), Skye Evans (Bass) and Colin Day (Guitar).
Sat 30th Sept - Jazz Daiquiri with Karl Javernig and Martyn Cook
Sat 23rd Sept - Martyn Cook Celtic Harp Solo
Sat 9th Sept - Celtic Heart with Martyn Cook and Rebecca Daniel
Sat 2nd Sept - Jazz Daiquiri Duo with Karl Javernig and Robyn Gordon
Sat 26th Aug - Soular Spill with Sarah-Jane Spillane (Vocals), Skye Evans (Bass) and Colin Day (Guitar).
Sat 19th Aug - Martyn Cook Celtic Harp Solo
Sat 5th Aug - Orchard Boat with Rob Weule and Beejhan (Bj) Goodfellow
Sat 29th July - Christine Wheeler Wombats Crossing with Leigh Birkett and Rebecca Daniel
Sat 22nd July - Celtic Heart with Martyn Cook and Rebecca Daniel
Sat 15th July - Celtic Heart with Martyn Cook and Rebecca Daniel
Sat 8th July - Jazz Daiquiri Duo with Karl Javernig and Robyn Gordon
Sat 1st July - Jazz Daiquiri Duo with Karl Javernig and Martyn Cook

  

* Sat 25th and Sun 26th Feb 2017:  500 The Film
Talk and Film.
The Story of Biodynamics in and around Sydney.  A film by Diane Watkin.
Biodynamic Agriculture is a revolutionary form of chemical free farming that focusses on the health of the soil and its microbial activity which in turn benefits the environment and all parts of the farm eco-system.  Based on the work of Austrian philosopher Rudolf Steiner, it originated well before the era of modern organic and commercial agriculture, and has proven itself the world over with its remarkable results.
Old Katoomba Library, Katoomba NSW
Presented by Solferino Cinemas, Curator Aanya Mary

* Sat 5th Dec 2015: The Pikeman's Dog
Talk, Show and Film.
A story of loyalty, bravery and spirit at the Eureka Stockade.  Special Guest Dr Joseph Toscano, National Convenor for the "Reclaim the Spirit of the Eureka Rebellion".  Music by The Bard Accompanied by Martyn Cook.  Film "Underlying Rights".
Old Katoomba Library, Katoomba NSW
Presented by Solferino Cinemas, Curator Aanya Mary

* Sat 24th Oct 2015: The Beauty of the Celtic Harp
Live Show
a journey through the ageless music and song of England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales, plus classical and contemporary favourites, played with grace and sensitivity by English Celtic Harper Martyn Cook.
Old Katoomba Library, Katoomba NSW
Presented by Solferino Cinemas, Curator Aanya Mary.  Concept/Musical Director Martyn Cook.

* Sat 26th Sep 2015: Rare Films of Ireland
An evening of Rare Irish Films and Live Music featuring Martyn Cook on the Celtic Harp.  Old Katoomba Library, Katoomba NSW
Aanya Mary Curator and Producer (Solferino Cinemas)
Presented with the Assistance of the Irish Film Institute, IFI International, Irish Arts Council and Culture Ireland.

* Sat 16th Aug 2014: Brightly Smile and Sweetly Sing - Rare Films of Ireland
An evening of Rare Irish Films, with special presentation by Don Battee via Skype and and Live Celtic Music.
Wesley Fellowship House, Beaumont St, Hamilton, Newcastle NSW
Presented by the Newcastle and Hunter Valley Folk Club
Aanya Mary Curator and Producer (Solferino Cinemas)
Presented with the Assistance of the Irish Film Institute, IFI International, Irish Arts Council and Culture Ireland.

* Fri 6th Jun 2014: Brightly Smile and Sweetly Sing - Rare Films of Ireland
An evening of Rare Irish Films, with special presentation by Don Battee via Skype.
Sydney University Coop STUCCO Studio Space, Newtown, Sydney NSW
Presented by the Newcastle and Hunter Valley Folk Club
Aanya Mary Curator and Producer (Solferino Cinemas)
Presented with the Assistance of the Irish Film Institute, IFI International, Irish Arts Council and Culture Ireland.

* Sun 11th May 2014: Brightly Smile and Sweetly Sing - Rare Films of Ireland
An evening of Rare Irish Films, with special presentation by Don Battee and Live Music.
Mechanics' Institute, Lawson, NSW
Aanya Mary Curator and Producer (Solferino Cinemas)
Presented with the Assistance of the Irish Film Institute, IFI International, Irish Arts Council and Culture Ireland.

* Sat 1st Sep 2012: The Genius of Beautiful Buildings
Film presentation on the work of Gaudi & Steiner, Kindlehill Eurythmy Hall Wentworth Falls Blue Mountains NSW
 

* Sat 12th Aug 2012: Writer Tony Briggs presents "The Sapphires"
Glenbrook Cinema Blue Mountains NSW

* Fri 11th Aug 2012: Writer Tony Briggs & Original Sapphires singer Laurel Robinson presents "The Sapphires"
Richmond Cinema and Mount Vic Flicks NSW

* Thu 11th to Sun 14th Aug 2011: Gallery Photographer David Darcy presents "Red Dog"
Mount Vic Flicks Blue Mountains NSW

* Sat 20th Aug 2011: Gallery Photographer David Darcy presents "Red Dog"
Glenbrook Cinema Blue Mountains NSW

* Thu 11th & Fri 12th Aug 2011: Anna Kannava Retrospective, screening of her full collection of films
Nova Cinema, Carlton Vic

* Sat 6th & Sun 7th Aug 2011: Writer/Director Jennifer Uzzi presents her film "Girl Clock" with a Q&A discussion
Mount Vic Flicks, Mount Victoria Blue Mountains NSW

* Sat 6th Aug 2011: Producer Nelson Woss, Koko the Dog and Photographer David Darcy presents "Red Dog"
Mount Vic Flicks, Mount Victoria Blue Mountains NSW

* Fri 3rd Dec 2010: Filmmaker Jane Oehr presents her film "Tea with Madame Clos" with a Q&A discussion
Mount Vic Flicks Cinema and the Victoria & Albert Guesthouse, Mount Victoria Blue Mountains NSW

* Sat 28th Aug 2010: Countdown to Sainthood, Filmmaker Kay Pavlou presents & discusses her film "Mary" on Mary MacKillop re-released in 2010
Mount Vic Flicks, Mount Victoria Blue Mountains NSW.

* Thu 15th July 2010: Soraya's Voice - Lee Rhiannon MP speaks on the status of women in the opening season of "The Stoning of Soraya" to raise funds for Womankind Worldwide
Mount Vic Flicks, Mount Victoria Blue Mountains NSW

* Thu 17th June 2010: Writer David Roach presents his film "Beneath Hill 60" with Q&A discussion
Mount Vic Flicks, Mount Victoria Blue Mountains NSW

Sat 1st Sep 2012 The Genius of Beautiful Buildings Film presentation on the work of Gaudi and Steiner Kindlehill Eurythmy Hall Wentworth Falls Blue Mountains NSW A special film presentation and talk on divine and pure building design features the work of two pioneering architects of the 19th/20th Century – Antoni Gaudi and Rudolf Steiner. THE GENIUS OF BEAUTIFUL BUILDINGS is a rare film presentation featuring the award-winning “Liquid Stone – Unlocking Gaudi’s Secrets” supported by the short film “Sacred Space-The First Goethenaum” with an opening lecture by leading Anthroposophist Alan Whitehead. The film event and introductory talk will show how important aesthetics, harmony, space and beauty are in our surrounding edifices, and how these tangibly effect us as human beings in health, nature and outlook, even reducing crime. The screenings will be hosted in the remarkable Eurythmy Hall at Kindlehill School for Rudolf Steiner Education in Wentworth Falls.  The Hall was designed on the spiritual and holistic principles of Rudolf Steiner, with organic shapes and sculptural deco, and built with the use of recycled natural materials using ancient European building techniques. The building in itself is a living example of how architecture can directly effect the happiness and health of those who interact with beautiful spaces, that once constructed, they are of enormous cultural value that span the ages. “Liquid Stone – Unlocking Gaudi’s Secrets”: The Sagrada Familia Church in Barcelona, Spain was Antoni Gaudi’s most ambitious creation. Begun in the 19th Century, it is still under construction today. Gaudi spent 43 years of his life working on the church and when he realised it would not be completed within in his lifetime, he left intricate design models encoded with an ingenious geometrical system that would enable future generations to complete it.  The challenge to complete the Sagrada Familia Church, according to Gaudi’s vision, is revealed by the architects and artisans who have spent years of their lives immersed in unlocking the secrets of Gaudi’s ‘Liquid Stone’. Writer & Director:  Polly Watkins  Producers: Beth Frey (Circe Films) & James Frankham (Splice Ltd)  Made with the support of the Construction Board of the Expiatory Temple of the Sagrada Familia, Barcelona Spain.  Film Victoria, TV New Zealand, Screen Australia, YLE teema, Circe Films & Splice. Dur:  52min “Sacred Space - The First Goetheanum”: A remarkable building designed by Rudolf Steiner in Dornach Switzerland.  Formed of two intersecting domes never before attempted in construction, and larger than the dome of St Peters, it’s completion drew visitors and admiration from experts the world over.  Built for the purpose of Eurythmy performance and Anthroposophical study, it was burnt down by an arsonist in 1922. However detailed records, photographs and design sketches remain. With the much-loved art deco charm being quickly eroded in the Blue Mountains, and many treasured historical buildings subject to neglect such as St Mary’s Convent, the Hydro Majestic and the Savoy Theatre, the question stands as to what value we place on our remaining historical and beautiful buildings. Presented by MusicArtsDance films Curated by Aanya Mary (Solferino Cinemas) With the generous support of Kindlehill School for Rudolf Steiner Education 8 Lake St, Wentworth Falls  NSW  2781, Australia

Thu 11th & Fri 12th Aug 2011 Unique Films by Anna Kannava showcase in a Retrospective Cinema Nova 380 Lygon St, Carlton Vic Melbourne independent filmmaker, artist and writer Anna Kannava died on 5 May 2011 at 51. Anna was born in Cyprus in 1959, and migrated to Australia in 1974.  Throughout her life and work she kept a binding physical, cultural and creative connection to her homeland. Anna completed a number of highly personal and poetic films, including the two feature films Dreams For Life (2005) and Kissing Paris (2009), along with the acclaimed documentaries The Butler (1997) and Ten Years After, Ten Years Older (1986). The Anna Kannava Retrospective showcases these films as well as four experimental award-winning and applauded short films that have not been publicly screened for over twenty years: Vanilla Essence (1989), Tight Rope Water (1982), The Wedding of Venus (1981) and You Can Hav'er (1980).  Her work has been praised and valued by many film professionals, cinefiles and critics including Margaret Pomeranz (At the Movies), Adrian Martin (The Age), Evan Williams (The Weekend Australian), Margaret Throsby (Radio National) and Andrew L. Urban (Urban Cinefile). For all who knew her or knew of her work, she touched the earth gracefully with a self-assured European aesthetic and a passion for literary and visual beauty leaving a conspicuous mark on both the Australian and European cinematic landscapes.  Her writing was just as revered, with fellow writers in utter praise of her work, including AFI award-winning screenwriter Alison Tilson who attests that her actual screenplays are esteemed literary works in themselves. During her last years Anna wrote two commissioned (and as yet unpublished) novels that will be on the bookshelves from 2012. After Anna’s passing Senior Lecturer Simon Wilmot of the Faculty of Arts, Deakin University instigated an Arts Scholarship in her name to assist struggling migrant women to pursue their creative dreams.  The Retrospective Tour is for the purposes of supporting this scholarship. For any filmgoer or inquisitor of culture, the Anna Kannava Retrospective is not to be missed. Programmed and Coordinated by Aanya Mary (Solferino Cinemas), Helena Spyrou and Natalie Stevens And the Kannavas Family; Frederika, Nino, George, Pink, Ruby, Appollo, Arri With the generous support of Nova Cinema Melbourne, 380 Lygon St, Carlton Simon Wilmot, Deakin University

Fri 3rd Dec 2010 Film Presentation and French Supper with Filmmaker Jane Oehr Mount Vic Flicks Cinema Mount Victoria NSW Film Presentation and French Supper with the Filmmaker Jane Oehr A Q&A Screening was held with filmmaker Jane Oehr, who presented her film "Tea with Madame Clos" in Mount Victoria in 2010.  Interviewed by Kevin Lucas on her filmmaking style and the process of her documentation of her subject Madame Clos over several years, the capacity audience afterwards accompanied her to a French Supper hosted at the Victoria and Albert's restaurant "Bertie’s" Tea with Madame Clos is set in rural France about the oldest woman in her village, and directed by Australian filmmaker Jane Oehr. The film is a rare look at a Traditional French Woman whose life spanned most of the 20th Century – it has an unpredictable and startling end.  For lovers of French Culture, this is not a film to miss, with all the intricacies of village existence, language and the urbanity of the French way of life.  It beautifully portrays an uncommon character from a generation fast disappearing. Programmed and Coordinated by Aanya Mary (Solferino Cinemas) Hosted and Interviewed by Kevin Lucas Venues:  Mount Vic Flicks Cinema and the Victoria & Albert Guesthouse, Mount Victoria, Blue Mountains NSW, Australia