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    Spontaneous screening of North Korea doco at Footscray DIY venue after drain rave gets flooded out

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    The documentary, North Korea’s God Problem, explores the fate of spiritual shamans in North Korea.
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    The Encounters – Mga Salubong: A Filipino journey of discovery

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    Discover the interplay of theatre and Filipino culture in Ricardo Magno's latest work, addressing themes of identity and folklore.
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    Faces of Wyndham: Different cultures but the same hopes: peace, security, and belonging

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    The Faces of Wyndham is a collection of 100 portraits by David capturing the extraordinary diversity of the region.
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    Lango – A new outdoor performance space opens in Footscray

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    A game changer for the local music and performance scene, Lango gives artists and audiences access to a purpose-built outdoor stage.
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    Local lawyer brings Australian premiere of Lindberg’s Requiem to Williamstown Town Hall

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    By Kathryn Sutherland Music and theatre have always been a liferaft for me. I went to school in Ballarat where the music department was a...
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    A shorn thing: Footscray barber offers a new exhibition space for local artists

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    Visit the new exhibition space supporting local artists and enriching the community.
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    Street Dance Exchange explores diversity and community through movement

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    A new artistic collaboration between the western suburbs in Melbourne and Sydney’s west has kicked off.
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    Young people imagine different worlds through the arts

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    Learn about creative expression among young people and how they articulate their experiences through innovative programs.

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