Siesta Cartel
Aunifying musical movement led by a group of young Italians from Melbourne whose hearts beat to the music they play from a time long ago, where their beloved tradition was born.
On a mission to unite all Italians in Australia with the music that helped raise them and they still love today.
Adam Cursio and his band Siesta Cartel have played at the Melbourne, Griffith and Cairns Italian Festivals, as well as many other events and functions in Melbourne.
Together they have reinvented traditional Italian music in a modern way and their live performances buzz with electric energy.
James Liotta
We are delighted that James Liotta, one of the busiest MC’s with weekly shows, festivals and corporate events will be hosting our Festa.
He is one of the most popular MC’s for ITALIAN/AUSTRALIAN festivals and events right across Australia as well as major community festivals for various municipalities.
Dean & Lisa
Atrue professional with a long career, Dean has a huge repertoire of both Italian and English songs.
Hugely popular as a performer at weddings, dances, concerts and festivals, Dean is an audience favorite.
Lisa Asta is also a seasoned performer with a wonderful voice and song range.
Together Dean and Lisa form the Top Shelf Duo and they are guaranteed to bring great energy and atmosphere to Festa 2024.
Luigi Zucchini
Liugi Zucchini is an international man of comedy magic with goofy Italian antics that entertains adults and children alike along with his live animal friends and a never ending bag of tricks and jokes. Luigi Zucchini performs ‘Spaghetti Spaghetti’ – magic mixed with amazing circus tricks, juggling, escapes, balloonlogy, live doves, cute guinea pigs and fluffy bunnies.
Luigi Zucchini has the reare ability to harness the energy of a room full of eager kids, as well as keeping parents highly amused. Packed with plenty of laughs, tricks, and stunts this show is solid entertainment from the get-go. Luigi Zucchini is a true wizard in the art of children’s theatre and entertainment.
| 10:00 am | Outdoor Mass to celebrate St Paul followed by procession through the park |
| 11:15 am | James Liotta MC introducing pre- entertainment Singer Illana Massaro |
| 11:30 am | Official Opening- James Liotta- Official guests |
| 11:45 am | Performance MN Primary School students |
| 12:00 pm | Top Shelf Duo- Dean Canan & Lisa Asta |
| 12:45 pm | Flag throwers from Faenza- Italy |
| 1:00 pm | Siesta Cartel & performer Bree |
| 1:45 pm | James Liotta- comedy & competitor selection |
| 2:00 pm | Spaghetti Eating & Grape Stomping competitions |
| 2:30 pm | Top Shelf Duo- Dean Canan & Lisa Asta |
| 3:10 pm | Flag throwers from Faenza- Italy |
| 3:30 pm | Siesta Cartel & performer Bree |
| 4:30 pm | Conclusion |
Family Area- Free activities for kids
11:30 am and 1:00 pm Luigi Zucchini Magician
DJ & dancing
Dress ups, Face painting, mini golf, games
Cooking Demonstration Marquee- Nonna’s Cucina
From 10.45 am
Let’s make an Italian feast with Nonna and Friends
MARKET
Variety of fresh produce, artisan homewares, arts, crafts, jewellery, and many other stalls
MAP 2024
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