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the comedy and musical talents approach in introducing children to the Kane Christopher is already well on his way
Lof George Ellis when he joins the orchestra in a creative and entertaining to success.
Penrith Symphony Orchestra for another way – and it’s not only the children who are After directing ‘Dear Diary’, an 18-
one of his entertaining children’s programs, entranced, with parents and grandparents minute comedy/drama starring Roy Billing
Pops for Tots. enjoying the show as well. from ‘Underbelly’ earlier this year, the fi lm
This year George will present a musical has been selected for the 2009 Palm Springs
tale for children called Tommy and the International Shortfest in California.
Magic Bell, which he wrote based on music Known as one of the most prestigious
from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite. fi lm festivals in the world, the selection is
The program is suitable for three to even more special for Kane who entirely
seven-year-olds and is highly interactive. self- funded the project, spending two years
The children will see a whole orchestra at gaining the fi nances to produce ‘Dear Diary’.
work and learn about the diff erent types of “We are all very pleased to be part of
instruments – strings, woodwind, brass and the festival in Palm Springs. It's got a great
percussion. After the show the children are reputation for showcasing quality fi lms, so
encouraged to talk to the players and be I'm honoured they thought ‘Dear Diary’ was
introduced to their favourite instruments. worthwhile,” Kane said.
As well as music from the Nutcracker Suite, However, it is not the fi rst time the
there will be songs and nursery rhymes young director has enjoyed this form of
about bells, and Carillon by Bizet. success, winning Best Comedy at the New
Pops for Tots will be held at the York International Film and Video Festival
Masonic Centre on Homestead Road, two years ago for his work with the short
Orchard Hills on Sunday, June 14 at fi lm ‘Useless’.
11am and at the Springwood Civic When speaking to The Western
Centre on Macquarie Road, Springwood Weekender about the fi lm festival, Kane said
on Sunday, June 21 at 11am and 12pm. he had not even had time to think about the
Tickets cost $12 each but babies in arms upcoming trip, but was looking forward to
are free. Children are invited to bring presenting the fi lm.
21-year-old producer Kane Christopher has had
along a replica bell to help join in on the “I will present the fi lm and do a bit of a
his fi lm ‘Dear Diary’ selected for the 2009 Palm
fun. Make sure you secure your place question and answer session before the fi lm
Springs International Shortfest in California.
early to avoid disappointment. For more is screened,” Kane said.
information or to purchase your tickets, “I am so busy working on projects here worthwhile and see the other fi lms on off er.”
call the PSO Box Offi ce on 1300 789 118 that I will probably only be going for a short The Palm Springs International
or visit www.pso.org.au time, but hopefully I can make the trip Shortfest will be held from June 23 to 29.
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