Eight Days: Your one-stop guide to the week ahead: June 17-24
Today, Jun 17
STAGE Past principal performers of the West End and touring productions of Les Miserables perform classic toe-tappers from hit musicals such as Mamma Mia, Wicked and Chicago. Beyond the Barricade will close with a show-stopping finale from Les Miserables. 5.30pm, the Palms, Crown Melbourne, 8 Whiteman Street, Southbank, $75-$115, 136 100, ticketmaster.com.au
MUSIC Boston-based electro-rock trio PVRIS have received rave reviews for their latest record, their 2017 sophomore release All We Know of Heaven, All We Need of Hell. The album follows their critically acclaimed debut White Noise. Expect to hear tracks such as You and I and Heaven. 7pm, 170 Russell, 170 Russell Street, city, $70, 1300439849, 170russell.com
FOOD Indulge in a Sunday roast with a Latin American twist as part of this year's Good Food Month program. These winter feasts include nibbles, sharing plates, a roast with all the trimmings, traditional salsas and dessert. Noon and 5pm, Pastuso, 19 ACDC Lane, city, $70, 9662 4558, goodfoodmonth.com
FILM In a comprehensive showcase of the best new and classic Australian and international animation, the Melbourne International Animation Festival covers the weird, the funny and the political. Until June 23, various times and prices, ACMI Cinemas, Federation Square, Flinders Street, city, 8663 2583, acmi.net.au
ART Marking the 10th anniversary of the Northern Territory National Emergency Response, or "the Intervention", Jo Holder and Djon Mundine OAM present A Widening Gap: The Intervention 10 Years On. Until July 8, today, 1pm-5pm, Counihan Gallery, Brunswick Town Hall, 233 Sydney Road, Brunswick, free, 93898622, moreland.vic.gov.au
Mon, Jun 18
FOOD David Moyle and David Verheul, the chefs behind Embla and Longsong, respectively, have crafted a renaissance-inspired feast. Tickets include delights such as salted fish, ginger and vermouth bruschetta, roast chicken in mead and saffron, matching wines, and a live chef Q and A. 6.30pm, Melbourne Palms, Fed Square Car Park Rooftop, Russell Street Extension, city, $175, goodfoodmonth.com
Tue, Jun 19
STAGE Queen of cabaret Dolly Diamond returns as the Melbourne Cabaret Festival's artistic director, bringing together up to 10 performances daily, including 20 brand new shows, at the festival hub Chapel off Chapel. Jun 19-Jul 1, various times and prices, Chapel off Chapel, 12 Little Chapel Street, Prahran, 8290 7000, melbournecabaret.com
Wed, Jun 20
STAGE Prima ballerina Irena Kolesnikova stars in the St Petersburg Ballet Theatre's world-renowned production of Swan Lake, bringing the Russian classic back to the Princess Theatre for the first time in 65 years. Jun 20-30, Wed, 7.30pm, Princess Theatre, 163 Spring Street, city, $69-$145, 1300 111 011, ticketmaster.com.au
Thu, Jun 21
WORKSHOP Popular writer, illustrator and creator Mari Andrews has carved a career through relatable and comical illustrations of everyday life. She hosts a hands-on workshop, Turning Pain into Art, and speaks about her debut book Am I There Yet?. 6.30pm, the White House, 11 Princes Street, St Kilda, $200-$250, theschooloflife.com
Fri, Jun 22
MUSIC After selling out his national tour in May, Marlon Williams makes a quick stop in Melbourne ahead of a European tour. The New Zealand born and raised singer-songwriter is known for his arresting vocals. 8pm, Forum Melbourne, corner of Flinders and Russell streets, city, $53, 1300 111 011, ticketmaster.com.au
Sat-Sun, Jun 23-24
OUT OF TOWN Across four weekends, Queenscliff's inaugural Low Light Festival embraces the senses with a program of local and international artists and culinary talents. Perfect for a weekend away, the festival features film premieres, degustation dinners and wine tastings. Jun 22-Jul 15, Queenscliff, 5258 4843, lowlightqueenscliff.com.au
MUSIC Gabriella Cohen pays homage to her influences on her album Pink Is the Colour of Unconditional Love blending bossa nova, lilting strings and rambling rock'n'roll. Sat, 8pm, The Gasometer Hotel, corner of Smith Street and Alexandra Parade, $20-$25, 94163335, thegasometerhotel.com.au
STAGE Three choreographers showcase the talent of the Australian Ballet in Verve. Alice Topp, who has choreographed for Megan Washington, presents Aurum alongside Tim Harbour's Filligree and Shadow and Stephen Baynes' Constant Variants. Jun 21-30, Sat, 1.30pm and 7.30pm, State Theatre, city, $35-$225, 1300 182 183, artscentremelbourne.com.au
OUT OF TOWN The Village Winter Festival is a family celebration of the winter solstice including the Fire Spectacular, a multi-dimensional show of pyrotechnics and special effects. Sat, 2pm-midnight, Newstead Racecourse, free-$15, 54734426, thevillagefestival.com.au