Melbourne’s 1st Juggling Convention plans to bring together local, national and international individuals into one venue for a long weekend of circus-inspired fun.
Juggling is just the start. Other disciplines include:
* staff twirling
* poi twirling
* hula hoop
* diabolo
* plate spinning
* devil sticks
* cigar boxes
* and more!
There will be many free workshops over the three days, with levels from beginners through to advanced, as well as juggling and circus video projection, and guest performers and teachers.
Amazing things will happen, and you should be a part of it!
The Schedule:
Friday
The main hall and outdoor areas will be open after midday for people to relax, have a juggle, enjoy the music and go to workshops. In the evening there will be an informal ‘Renegade Show’ - a relaxed open stage show where anyone can get up and perform.
Saturday
All juggling areas open at 10am with workshops running all day, and in the evening a professional ‘Public Show’ in a 250-seat theatre!
Sunday
All juggling areas open at 10am, more workshops, with the ever popular ‘Juggling Olympics’. Convention closes 7pm.
Location:
Location
Collingwood College is found on the corner of Cromwell Street and McCutcheon Way, Collingwood, Melbourne, Australia.
Getting there
From Melbourne CBD, catch an Epping Train (non-express) to Collingwood Station (Approx 20 min.) or catch a tram No. 86 down Smith Street. Either way you'll need to do a little bit of walking at the end.
For an annotated Google map, click here.
For an online street directory click here.
For more information on public transport in Melbourne, including a funky journey planner check out the Metlink website
How to get to Melbourne
Catch a plane to Melbourne, situated in Victoria, Australia.
Get out of Melbourne Airport by catching a Skybus or taxi. The Skybus is cheaper, unless you share the taxi with three or more people.
You're now at Southern Cross station. Catch a train or tram to your accomadation. Check out Metlink for info on public transport.
Accomodation
Some places to stay nearby the convention:
Holiday Camp (Johston st - walking distance).
Barleycorn hotel (Johnston St - walking distance).
What does it all cost?
Pre-registration = cheap tickets!
EARLY BIRD
Full 3-day Pass
$50
Make payment before
1st August 2007
Buy now on PAYPAL!
After 1 August 2007:
Full three-day pass: $70
One-day pass: $30 (inc. show on Sat)
Public Show: $15 (Sat Eve)
Prices are in Australian dollars.
Group discounts (10+ people):
Please email us at mjcinfo@gmail.com with details about your group of 10 or more people and we will organise a discount for you!
Due to fantastic support from the community, we have been able to keep the cost of the convention to a minimum!
Do your bit for the convention:
* Sign up to run a workshop
* Volunteer during the event
* Perform in the Renegade Show
Registering
You can register for MJC2007 in two ways. You can register and pay online via paypal, or you can download and print off the flyer, and send it to us with either a cheque or your credit/debit card details.
There are a limited number of places, so get in early just to be safe!
More info
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