Don’t you go forgetting the swing dancing, cabaret and vaudeville extravaganza that is the Gangsters’ Ball. Taking place on September 13 at The Forum in Melbourne, the event is a fabulous recreation of a 1930s Speakeasy Club. Performers include Stephanie van der Strumpf, Frankie Faux, Mr. Gørski, The Great Gordo, Ruby Rubberlegs, Headfirst and The Sault Poets. Dress to kill. For further details please hit gangstersball.com.au.
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