Open Studio

Memories.
2025
Open Studio staff ♥️

Hello open studio fans!
Wishing you all a wonderful 2026.
Hope to be doing our first little pop up this June!
Keep your eyes peeled..not sure where ..not sure how.. could just be a party to meet somewhere and say hi!

Also letting you know, that my sister who looked after the Open Studio piano for the last year is now moving. It is again for sale...

Anyone interested, it's a pick up from East Melbourne ...
$1850
Please Message me here or you can email [email protected]

Thanks TB

A big fan and supporter of Open Studio.
For those who knew Chris Thompson..

Another light has left us... and the world is quieter for it.
Chris Thompson has passed away, and with him a rare kind of generosity, encouragement, and humanity.
Chris touched so many lives. I met him at a formative moment, just as I was starting out in the performing arts at St Martin’s. He was so supportive, encouraging, and genuinely interested in others finding their path. I can honestly say he was one of the people who helped propel me toward my work in the arts.. simply by believing, listening, and showing up with kindness.
He was a truly special man, and those who knew him know how wide his impact was and will continue to be.

There is a fundraising event in his memory for those who wish to honour Chris and show their support for this special memorial held in his honour.
Please feel free to share to those who knew Chris in the community.

Donate in memory of Chris:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/donate-in-the-memory-of-chris-thompson
Rest gently, Chris.
Sending love and strength to Margot and Gully at this time
x TB

Donate in the memory of Chris Thompson, organized by James Buick Russell Yardley On the 1st of January 2025, Chris Thompson tragically passed away a… James Buick Russell Yardley needs your support for Donate in the memory of Chris Thompson

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Fifth of Nisan returns every Tuesday night this November with a four-part residency of genre-bending klezmer jazz: cinematic, immersive, and full of chutzpah.
Known for their infectious energy and eclectic sound, the seven-piece ensemble weaves Eastern European melodies with jazz, world, and contemporary grooves.
Each night is built around a theme to accompany JIFF — Lights, Sound, Camera, Action — and features a curated program designed to blur the lines between music, film, ritual, and celebration.
4 Nov - Lights: An atmospheric night of illumination, ritual, and light design. With each song lit to match mood and meaning, this opening night explores the role of light in Jewish tradition and cinema.
11 Nov - Sound: A deep dive into texture and tone, featuring special guest instrumentalists. Expect an immersive night of sonic exploration and cross-cultural musical conversation.
18 Nov - Camera: Where live music meets moving image. Archival footage, Jewish film excerpts, and visual storytelling create a live, stylised “movie” with the band as your on-stage directors.
25 Nov - Action: The finale. A high-energy, standing-room dance party. Driven by dance beats, rhythmic pulse, and pure Jewish joy, this closing night brings the residency to an unforgettable climax.
Presented alongside the Jewish International Film Festival, this residency is a live musical counterpart to the cinema program, showcasing live music, film-inspired storytelling, and cultural celebration.
Come be part of it, every Tuesday night this November.

FIFTH OF NISAN Step into the world of Fifth of Nisan, where music becomes a journey through time and culture. The 7-piece ensemble draws inspiration from the rich tapestry of Eastern European shtetl life as well as jazz, classical, pop, and world music, creating a kaleidoscope that synthesises genres seamlessly.

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