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ANDYPEDIA: It’s an encyclopedia … all about Andy

The Andypedia is a complete guide to every book, every story and every character in the world of Andy Griffiths’ books. It’s also a complete guide to everything you ever wanted to know about Andy himself – including the answers to questions people are always asking him, like ”How old were you when you started writing?” and “How many books have you actually written?” and “Where do you get your ideas from?” and “Did all that stuff really happen to you?” and ”Was Danny Pickett really your best friend?” and ”Were you really in love with Lisa Mackney?” and ”Did your bum really grow arms and legs and run away?”

Available exclusively in digital from February 15, 2012 from all good ebook retailers
Price: $3.99

Posted on 31 January 2012
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JUST SHOCKING LIVE ON STAGE 4 JAN-20 Jan 2012 Melbourne

The ‘Just Andys’ present Just Shocking!

This summer Just Shocking! by best selling Australian author Andy Griffiths, becomes a hilarious stage show for kids of all ages!

See all the hilarious stories from the Just Shocking! book live on stage, including ‘Lemonade Roulette’ and ‘I Robot’.

Come and shout, dance, roar with laughter – and maybe get squirted by a water pistol!

When: Wednesday 4 to Friday 20 January, 2012
Time: Performances at 10.30am and 1pm, Monday to Friday
Where: RMIT Kaleide Theatre, 360 Swanston St, Melbourne
Price: $16 + booking fee

Discount for groups of 4 or more

Buy tickets now through Ticketmaster Ph: 136 100

Tickets also available at the door 30 minutes prior to each show – subject to availability.

 

The Production

Just Shocking! is the annual kids show from RMIT Link Arts & Culture, and the sixth collaboration between director Lynne Ellis and Andy Griffiths. Adapted & directed by Lynne Ellis, the shows are staged and performed by RMIT University students and have introduced tens of thousands of children to the joys of live theatre, performance and literature. This energetic 2012 production is loud, hilarious and inspiring…. for all ages!

Contact

Cassandra Scott
Communications Officer
t 9925 3085
e cassandra.scott@rmit.edu.au

Posted on 3 January 2012
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The RMIT production of Just Sh…

The RMIT production of Just Shocking had first performance in Melb today but after only 5 mins fire alarms went off and theatre evacuated!

Posted on 29 November 2011
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Book signing

I will be at Book and Paper in Williamstown in Victoria on Saturday 10th December.

Ring 03 9397 7784 for details.

Books and Paper
20 Ferguson Street
Williamstown, VIC

Posted on 14 November 2011
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Book signing: Williamstown PS fete Sunday 13th Nov 11.30am

Come along and say hello and get your books signed at the Williamstown PS fete on Sunday 13th November from 11.30am. Books will be available for purchase on the day but you’re welcome to bring all your books from home. And while you’re there enjoy rides, vintage games and live music.  Williamstown PS, Cecil Street, Williamstown.

Click on the link to download flyer.  POSTER

Posted on 3 November 2011
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Sat 8th Oct: Book signing, 11am – Avondale Heights Library

Come along and enjoy a community fun day:
Kids entertainment
Jumping castle
Animal farm
Face painting
Sausage sizzle
Open Day Expo of training and education providers
Author Andy Griffiths will be signing copies of his new book at 11am.

Saturday 8 October
10am to 1pm
Avondale Heights Library and Learning Centre
69-79 Military Road, Avondale Heights
To find out more, call 8325 1940 or visit mvcc.vic.gov.au

 

 

Posted on 15 September 2011
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Upcoming Events – Aug/Sept 2011

Tuesday 23rd August
An Afternoon w/ Andy Griffiths
4.30pm – The Sun Bookshop
9-10 Ballarat Street, Yarraville
Tel: 03 9689 0661

Thursday 25th August
An Afternoon w/ Andy Griffiths
5.00pm – Newcomb Library
Bellarine Hwy, Cnr Wilsons Road, Newcomb
Tel: 03 5272 6021

Saturday 27th August
Meet Andy Griffiths
12.00pm – Big W Penrith
Penrith Plaza, James Street, Penrith
Tel: 02 4721 7933

Thursday 1st September
Meet Andy Griffiths
5.00pm – Dymocks Glen Waverley
235 Springvale Road, Glen Waverley
Tel: 03 9886 3011

Saturday 10th September
Meet Andy Griffiths & Terry Denton
10.30am – Farrell’s Bookshop
143 Main Street, Mornington
Tel: 03 5975 5034

Sunday 11th September
Meet Andy Griffiths @ Dymocks 10th Birthday Celebrations!
2.00pm – Dymocks Collins Street, Melbourne CBD
Tel: 03 9660 8500

Andy is also appearing at the upcoming Melbourne Writers’ Festival, Brisbane Writers’ Festival and Ipswich Children’s Literature Festival.

Posted on 13 July 2011
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Just Macbeth in Cairns! Fri 28th Aug – Sun 4th Sept 2011

If you live in Cairns — or are just visiting — check out the YOUNG company’s production of JUST MACBETH!
From Friday 28th Aug to Sun 4th Sept: All tickets $5 … see http://www.theyoungcompany.com.au/Just%20Macbeth!%20Bookings.html or telephone 4041 4066.

Posted on 13 July 2011
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Tues 23rd August: 13-storey Treehouse Launch event, Sun Bookshop, Yarraville 4.30pm

TALK & SIGNING: Be part of a very special event: the very first launch of Andy & Terry’s amazing new illustrated novel, The 13-storey Treehouse. 4.30pm Sun Bookshop, 10 Ballarat Street, Yarraville. Phone: +61 3 9689 0661 Email: info@sunbookshop.com

Posted on 24 June 2011
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Bookings now open for Andy Gri…

Bookings now open for Andy Griffiths sessions at Melb Writers Festival 30 & 31st Aug http://t.co/amyu0Ho

Posted on 6 June 2011
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