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Emerge Festival takes many forms in Dandenong

08/07/2012

Music, fine art, film and dance from many cultures will be celebrated at the Emerge Festival in Dandenong this month.

The main event on July 21 includes a performance by Burundian Drummers and a procession from Dandenong Market to Drum Theatre.

The main music stage will feature emerging artists from the indigenous community, the Asia-Pacific region, Afghanistan and African nations. A youth stage will host hip hop, soul and pop performances.

Walker Street Gallery and Arts Centre is hosting the Heartlands Refugee Fine Art Prize contest until July 28 and a short film festival on July 19.

Tributes to great artists

Liza Minelli, Bobby Darin and Shirley Bassey will be revived in a tribute show at The Dandenong Club on Friday. The performers are Aurora Mackrill and Issi Dye. Tickets available for dinner and/or the show from 6.30pm. Details: 9792 1963 or dandenongclub.com.au.

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