DESERT FESTIVAL10 August - 10 October 2012

Central australia’s premier arts and Cultural festivalalicedesertfestival.com.au

Red Hot Arts Central Australia presents

WelCome

It is my pleasure to welcome you to this year’s Alice Desert Festival and the exciting events outlined in this program.The Festival is not

just a Festival in Alice Springs; it is a festival for Alice Springs. The eclectic range of events scattered in the following pages are invitations to you, your family and your friends, whether you’re a local or visitor, to engage in the landscape of this artistically and culturally rich region.  This wonderful event began 12 years ago. I have no doubt that this year will be the strongest Alice Desert Festival presented............................................................................................Her Honour the Honourable Sally Thomas AM Administrator of the Northern Territory

Here we are again for another action-packed Alice Desert Festival!

I am proud to say that the Alice Springs Town Council has been a strong supporter of

the Festival and contributes significantly both with funding and in-kind support.

The Festival is a great way to support the arts and celebrate Alice’s cultural diversity. It also helps grow our fantastic local talent and attract visitors to our beautiful region.

I’d like to acknowledge the Alice Desert Festival team, the sponsors and the many volunteers for their tireless efforts in putting on such a great show each year.

See you at the Festival! ...........................................................................................Damien RyanAlice Springs Town Council

Red Hot Arts Central Australia and the Alice Desert Festival acknowledge that this Festival is happening on Arrernte country. We would like to acknowledge the traditional

owners and the elders past and present.

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Hello and welcome to the 2012 Alice Desert Festival. This year we embark on a Festival that speaks of the unique space in which we find ourselves.

This Festival represents a chance to engage with the artistic and cultural heart of the central desert. This engagement transcends the usual performer – audience dynamic. Over 500 artists contributing to over 50 projects converge within the Festival this year. For those interstate artists who come to perform, it is not a matter of flying in, performing, and flying out, it’s about value adding to the artistic spirit of Alice Springs and forging new pathways alongside the local artistic community. I am constantly in awe of the non-stop creative energy and capacity of Central Australian artists. Along with these artists the Festival is welcoming a range of artistic partners to present events across the whole spectrum of art forms.This Festival isn’t a one way conversation. It exists to allow you, the audience, to express yourselves just as much as it does for those on the stage, and there are plenty of opportunities to get involved, detailed in the following pages. You’ve got two months of listening, laughing, tasting, seeing, learning and interacting ahead of you. I look forward to seeing you all amongst it............................................................................................Joe PickettFestival Manager

Festival time is a time for us to come together, a time to celebrate who we are and where we are, a time to share our stories and a time to look forward as a community. The 2012

Alice Desert Festival is a delicious program of activities and entertainment that reflects the richness and diversity of Alice Springs and Central Australia - there is something for everyone! Red Hot Arts Central Australia is proud to invite your participation in the 2012 Alice Desert Festival. We hope that you, your family and your friends are able to join with us and sample from this exquisite menu of cultural, creative and artistic fare! ...........................................................................................Tony Duke ChairRed Hot Arts Central Australia

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staff listing & thanks

Red Hot Arts Central Australia StaffGeneral Manager: Anneke RoseFestival Manager: Joe PickettRegional Arts Development Officer: Lucy GriffithsMarketing Officer: Andrew RaphaelAdministration/Systems Officer: Cy Starkman Administration Trainee: Ella DannBush Bands Bash Project Manager: David Williams

Festival StaffProduction Manager: Morwenna SchenckLens Flair and Cinema by the River Project Coordinator: Matt WoodhamBushfoods Project Coordinator: Clare WoodsWearable Art Awards Project Coordinator: Lisa-Marie RyanCommunity Projects Coordinator: Melissa Kerl

Festival ProgramArtwork: Marina StrocchiDesign/Layout: Jeff KesselPrinting: Colemans Printing

Red Hot Arts Central Australia BoardTony Duke (Chair) Damien Armstrong (Deputy Chair)Bridget May (Treasurer)Linda Hughes (Secretary)Kalikamurti SuichJade KudrenkoDavid NixonDominique CostelloJames MilsomMike Mitchell

With Special thanksWearable Art Awards Reference GroupBush Bands Bash Reference GroupAll the partner organisations and their hardworking staff who present projects and events as part of the Festival.

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partners & supportersPresented by

Government Partners

Project Partners

Media Partners

Partners

Invaluable Support

Brian Tucker

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getting startedThe Festival hits its peak from Friday 7-Sunday 16 September with two huge weekends at The HUB and The Festival Club. Visiting artists include...

Shane Howard & Bart Willoughby Main Stage at the HUB,

Anzac Oval, Sunday 9 Septpg 16

Frank Woodley Festival Club

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Radical Son Main Stage at the HUB,

Anzac Oval, Saturday 8 Sept

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getting started

getting ConneCtedGet the best seat in the house

Find us online!

Check out page 65 for information on how to get tickets

Go to alicedesertfestival.com.au for information on all the Festival events and regular updates...

To search events by art form (eg. find all visual arts or just music events) use the search filter on the home page of the website.

alicedesertfestival@redHOTarts

the hubWelcome to the hUB – the heart of the alice Desert festival

Art and culture collide over a weekend of events, activities and workshops.  It’s here you’ll find all you could ever hope to experience over one weekend.  Whether you’re a local or a visitor there’s almost too much to see and do! So read on and get ready for the weekend of the year...

PReSenTeD By Red Hot Arts CAWHeRe The HUB, Anzac Oval, Wills TceWHen Friday 7–Sunday 9 Sept

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Welcome to the hUB – the heart of the alice Desert festival

inDigenoUs mUsic from the heartBush Bands Bash is one of the biggest and most vibrant Indigenous music events in Australia and the biggest concert on the Alice calendar. This dynamic desert music celebrates culture through contemporary rhythms. The bands have been selected from the major language groups across Central Australia. Now in its ninth year, Bush Bands Bash continues to promote music for a healthy life.

PReSenTeD By Red Hot Arts CAWHeRe The HUB, Anzac Oval, Wills TceWHen Friday 7 Sept, 6pm – lateTICkeTS Gold coin entry InFO All ages, alcohol free event

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Sunshine Reggae (Haasts Bluff)

Blackstone Band (Blackstone)

Sandridge Band (Borroloola)

South East Desert Metal

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Irrunytju Band (Irrunytju)

Desert Mulga (Nyrripi)

Central Reggae Band (Fregon)

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This is when the Festival becomes a little more “hands-on.” A day of free events where you can listen, learn and be inspired. Unleash your inner creativity and be led on a journey by talented professionals in a variety of workshops.

10am Feedback on 5 Part of Music NT’s iNTune Alice Springs program (see page 40)

12:30pm SafaraTake in the sounds from the lands of Senegal and The Gambia through these distinct tribal rhythms.

2pm Red Sand CultureA hip hop, music and dance program with Warlpiri youth, Red Sand Culture is a collaboration between the Mt Theo Program and InCite Youth Arts. Come and check out this unique brand of hip hop performed by talented young musicians.

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PReSenTeD By Red Hot Arts CAWHeRe The HUB, Anzac Oval, Wills TceWHen Saturday 8 Sept, 10am–4:30pmTICkeTS Free Event

3pm Desert DivasEmerging Indigenous female musicians, singers and rappers from Central Australia who represent the brave, beautiful, deadly and diverse voices of Aboriginal women today. Presented as part of Music NT’s iNTune Alice Springs program (see page 40).

Workshops no bookings required, however limited participant numbers apply to some workshops.10am Circus Skills w/ Mr Om11am Samba w/ Rana Mitra12pm Songwriting w/ Sophie Koh1pm Clowning w/ Hayley Hoopdogg2pm Kids Drumming w/ King Marong3pm Samba w/ Rana Mitra

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main stage saturdaYNever before has the Festival packed such a diverse range of local and national music into one night. There is music to groove to, music to dance to, music to raise your hands to and music that hits you right in the heart. Arrive early, stay late and take it all in!

colin lillie & friendsBe moved by a unique style of folk soul that is brought to life through honest storytelling. Featuring some of the Territory’s best musicians, including award winning artist Jacinta Price.

halfway to forth (sa)Brothers Dan & Kyle have travelled north to deliver tight vocal harmonies, banjo driven ballads & toe tapping grooves for all ages.

sophie Koh (vic)This songstress brings her new band featuring some of Melbourne’s finest musicians. Pop music with a twist; Sophie may well turn out to be your new favourite artist.

catch the flyThe Red Centre’s own brand of quality hip hop. It’s a live show not to be missed by anyone who is into hip hop, soul or R&B.

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radical son (nsW)From hip hop roots to soulful social statements - Radical Son is a man with a purpose, with sounds that are potent and sublime.Joined by a full band for this very special Alice Springs performance.

sietta (Darwin)Caiti Baker’s powerful presence and rich, soaring delivery combined with James Mangohig’s street-smart bass and drums and hip hop influences, results in a reimagined electronic sound that is universally appealing to even the most guarded listener.

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PReSenTeD By Red Hot Arts CAWHeRe The HUB, Anzac Oval, Wills TceWHen Saturday 8 Sept, 5:30pm-lateTICkeTS $20 presale available from alicedesertfestival.com.au or $25 at gate

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Common groundAt the core of the Alice Desert Festival is the community. Common Ground is a place to celebrate this town’s unique character. Watch, listen, converse and learn. Participate and be inspired by sharing ideas and stories.

Timetable of activities available at alicedesertfestival.com.au

PReSenTeD By Red Hot Arts CAWHeRe The HUB, Anzac Oval, Wills TceWHen Saturday 8 Sept, 10am–4pm and Sunday 9 Sept, 11am–4pmTICkeTS Free Event

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Kids of ALL ages and sizes are welcome to the Alice Desert Festival Kids Day! Be entertained, amused and bewildered by the spectacular stars of the stage, the marvellous music and the dynamic dancing! We’ll get your creative minds ticking with crazy crafts and wacky workshops! Get ready to have serious fun that doesn’t stop til you DROP!Featuring:KaTaPiLLa KiDs Production ‘Feathers for Phoebe’, Kid ‘N’ Me interactive performance and sing-a-long, Living Waters and Yirara College combined musical performances, musical storytelling, Hayley ‘s ‘Hoopdogg’ show and much more

PReSenTeD By Red Hot Arts CA WHeRe The HUB, Anzac Oval, Wills TceWHen Sunday 9 September, 11am-4pmTICkeTS Gold coin entry

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shane howard and Bart WilloughbyBart Willoughby is regarded as one of Australia’s leading Aboriginal rock and reggae composers/performers; noted for his substantial contribution to Indigenous music.Shane Howard, one of the country’s foremost songwriters and storytellers who penned the iconic song ‘Solid Rock’ with Goanna, has released over a dozen albums, and produced albums for many Indigenous artists over the last 30 years. These two highly-acclaimed musicians come together for this very special live concert.

PReSenTeD By Red Hot Arts CAWHeRe The HUB, Anzac Oval, Wills TceWHen Sunday 9 Sept, 6-10pm TICkeTS $20 presale available from alicedesertfestival.com.au or $25 at gate

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catherine satour and BandCatherine Satour will bring her powerful, soulful voice to the main stage, backed by her own six piece band. Be blown away by this amazing local artist performing original songs that speak of life, place & love.

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festival CluBThe Festival Club Big Top transforms the usually serene Olive Pink Botanic Garden into ‘the place to be’ for your dose of side-splitting comedy, eclectic live music and jaw dropping cabaret.

Revel in the sounds, the sights, the smells and tastes presented to you over five nights throughout the key week of the festival.

At the club you can sample festival fare under our boutique canvas Big Top; there’s something different every night!

PReSenTeD By Red Hot Arts CAWHeRe Festival Club Big Top, Olive Pink Botanic Garden, Tuncks RdWHen Wednesday 12 – Sunday 16 SeptInFO This is a licensed event; entry is restricted to persons over the age of 18.Limited parking. Bike racks available.

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WeDnesDayfestival CluBThe Big Top opens its doors and welcomes you into a night of rocking rhythms and soulful sounds fit to satisfy anyone who likes their music edgy and raw.

PReSenTeD By Red Hot Arts CAWHeRe Festival Club Big Top, Olive Pink Botanic Garden, Tuncks RdWHen Wednesday 12 Sept, 5:30pm-late TICkeTS $15 presale available from alicedesertfestival.com.au or $20 at door

lucy and the DiamondsLet yourselves be taken side-saddle on a journey of scintillating strings and heavenly harmonies. Lucy and the Diamonds are sparkly, rough and rare.

Katie harderA Melbourne born musician who has been writing and playing music for 10 years. Katie’s music has that all-Australian sound that pushes and pulls ideas and inspires her listeners to get the most out of life.

Warren h Williams and friendsIndigenous country music star Warren H Williams and his band will be joined by talented young Indigenous vocalists in a very special performance of country style tunes.

max savage and the false idols (sa)A group that peddles music of a kind not heard in Australia for a very long time. With a rock and roll swagger, Max Savage brings a sound that is both mesmerising and heartbreakingly honest.

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PReSenTeD By Red Hot Arts CAWHeRe Festival Club Big Top, Olive Pink Botanic Garden, Tuncks RdWHen Thursday 13 Sept, 6pm-late TICkeTS $35 presale available from alicedesertfestival.com.au or $40 at doorInFO Limited capacity

The Festival’s own Comedy Club featuring the one and only Frank Woodley and backed up by the finest side-splitting talents of local comedians.

frank Woodley (vic)Frank Woodley is built from funny - it’s in his bones from head to toe.After 20 years as one half of the much loved Lano and Woodley, Frank has not slowed down. In 2011 he wrote and starred in the romantic ABC TV comedy Wood-ley. Returning to the stage in 2012 for his solo stand up show, Frank continues to delight audiences with his hilarious, slapstick, trip up, drop down style.supported byLeon TrippWinner of the Tasmanian Section of Raw Comedy in 2000. A seasoned funny man who’ll be sure to get your laughing gear oiled.Eshua Boltoneshua has been on stage since he was five. His recent performance at the Melbourne Comedy Festival was a great success.Donna O’BrienDonna is back for her once a year show and she’s looking forward to seeing you all again. Be there or be somewhere else.

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friDay - nine lives caBaretfestival CluBUnfurl your inner feline and slink out for a night of daring and delicious entertainment for grown-ups. From raunch to paunch, deviants to diamantes, come join the crème de la crème of the Cat’s Meow Cabaret as they tease and trick their way out of the afterlife.

PReSenTeD By Cat’s Meow CabaretWHeRe Festival Club Big Top, Olive Pink Botanic Garden, Tuncks RdWHen Friday 14 Sept, 6pm doors open; 8pm show starts TICkeTS $25/$35 VIP seating available from alicedesertfestival.com.au or at door

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satUrDayBy the time this night is through, the soles of your shoes will have vanished from dancing! Get in quick as once the party starts a-swingin’ the Big Top will be full to bursting with musical madness.Desert RainPeachy, Isabelle and J9 are Desert Rain. The resonant tones of the cello and singing saw accompany Peachy’s songs which explore land-scapes and the human impact. Dr FlourideFrom Tennant Creek springs one of the true music mavericks of the Ter-ritory. Wild, hardworking and woolly, the Doctor will showcase his newest and strangest tunes in a blend of rock/pop and reggae/dub.Rusty and the Infidelsklezmer, the Jewish-Gypsy good-time party music. Los Bandoleros PerdidosLos Bandoleros Perdidos bring a Latin flavour to the desert. Latin

PReSenTeD By Red Hot Arts CAWHeRe Festival Club Big Top, Olive Pink Botanic Garden, Tuncks RdWHen Saturday 15 Sept, 5:30pm-late TICkeTS $20 presale available from alicedesertfestival.com.au or $25 at door

sounds and rhythms interpreted in their own style to keep you dancing all night. Tek Tek Ensemble (VIC)Tek Tek ensemble is a revitalised anthropological dance band. As long as it has a fever of unbridled festivity, Tek Tek ensemble plays it. Guthrie (VIC/TAS)Honest and distinctive foot stompin’ electric blues. Guthrie have toured relentlessly alongside some of the nation’s finest musi-cians with a notorious performance presence that continues to turn heads. Also featuring surprise guest DJ’s

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sUnDayfestival CluBWind down your late night Festival woes with a journey full of musical wonderment from across the country.

PReSenTeD By Red Hot Arts CAWHeRe Festival Club Big Top, Olive Pink Botanic Garden, Tuncks RdWHen Sunday 16 Sept, 12noon–7pm TICkeTS $10 presale available from alicedesertfestival.com.au or $15 at door

Jamesy ohhhHailing from Melbourne where he performed with the Ancient Free Gardeners, Jamesy decided to leave all he loved about the city and the sea to set up camp in the desert. Bec matthews Swinging from stomping swamp blues to classical West African folk songs, Bec Matthews is an artist of diverse talent. Be taken on a journey to far flung corners of the globe and back.Aiba (QLD) ‘Aiba’s soulful melodies are an enchanting world of honest self-expression. Her original compositions, and songs in her mother’s traditional language, hold an earthy and uniquely beautiful contemporary folk, blues & roots feel.Off the PageOff the Page celebrates the rich aural traditions of spoken word and poetry. Join us for a bite sized

sample of desert poetica. Junior Bowles (Wa)Soaked in the pre-war blues as a kid and growing up naturally with a keen taste for the hard road and organic music, Junior expresses an old fashioned attitude. Raw and honest lyrics represent his soulful, heart-on-his-sleeve approach to life, love and sound.Alice Springs Desert Music Club – Festival JamFrom tambourines to trumpets, singers to folk guitar slingers, reg-gae to rock, everyone is welcome to join in the Alice Springs Desert Music Club’s Festival Jam. Come along with your instruments, voices, shakers and music makers, or simply sit back, listen and enjoy the ride.

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festival opening

PRESENTED BY Red Hot Arts CAWHERE Under the Sails, Todd MallWHEN Friday 10 Aug, 5:30pm TICKETS Free event

The Festival kicks off with a bang! Join us in the Todd Mall to launch the Festival in style. Celebrate the beginning of another stunning display of Arts & Culture from the best local and national artists; an exciting journey of surprise, intrigue, colour, hilarity and superb entertainment for everyone. This year the Festival will launch into life with a surprise to get everyone moving... so bring your dancing shoes and don’t miss out.

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dancing in the streetsCallin’ out around Alice Springs, are you ready for a brand new beat? The Festival’s here and Friday night is right for dancin’ in the streets...There’ll be swingin’, swayin’, and records playin. A chance for folks to meet. Oh it doesn’t matter what you wear, just as long as you are there. So come on every guy grab a girl, everywhere, around Todd Mall. We’ll be dancin’, we’re dancin’ in the streets!30 minute dance class followed by an hour of dancing.Check alicedesertfestival.com.au for full program details.

PReSenTeD By Red Hot Arts CAWHeRe Under the Sails, Todd MallWHen Fridays 10, 17, 24 & 31 Aug, 6–7:30pmTICkeTS Free Event

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PReSenTeD By Red Hot Arts CAWHeRe Under the Sails, Todd MallWHen Fridays 10, 17, 24 & 31 Aug, 6–7:30pmTICkeTS Free Event

street art on show

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Alice Springs’ public spaces are a canvas for new works by profes-sional and emerging artists. Street Art on Show gives you a chance to tour these works and learn more about the artists. Download a map from alicedesertfestival.com.au and hit the pavement to find your favourite work of art.

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Bushfoods recipe CompetitionGet creative with your cooking! Become a master of bushfoods and enter into this ‘wild’ cook off. Show audiences what makes a great bushfoods dish and utilise your experimental culinary skills in con-ceiving recipes based on Australian bush foods and locally grown produce. If you want to sit back this year and see how it’s done, then get along to a heat and cheer your favourite chefs on!

PReSenTeD By Red Hot Arts CAWHeRe Download map from alicedesertfestival.com.au during AugustWHen Friday 10 Aug–Monday 10 Oct

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PReSenTeD By Red Hot Arts CAWHeRe/WHen Heat 1 – DesertSMART EcoFair, Olive Pink Botanic Garden, Tuncks Rd, Sunday 12 Aug, 11am-3pmHeat 2 - Quondong Farm, Lot 7776 Buck Rd, Ilparpa, Saturday 25 Aug, 11am-3pmInFO Entry form available at alicedesertfestival.com.au

desertsmart ecofairThe DesertSMART EcoFair is Central Australia’s own sustainable living festival, educating the community on the social, ecological and economic challenges of living sustainably in Central Australia. The EcoFair has evolved from a partnership between desertSMART COOLmob, the Arid Lands Environment Centre (ALEC) and Olive Pink Botanic Garden to facilitate broader community involvement and build regional resilience. Participate, learn and create!

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friday 10 aug9am-2:30pm Eco Science Schools Day workshops with Land for Wild-life, Alice Solar Cities, deserSMART COOLmob and more! Schools please register online at ecofair.org.au4-6pm ABC 783 Alice Springs out-door broadcast with special guests Dr Karl Kruszelnicki and Jeff Lang.6pm Exhibition Opening ‘Look up, Look down – Lake Eyre from above’ Barbara Stuart.7pm Community Concert – Asante Sana choir

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desertsmart ecofair saturday 11 aug (gates open 1pm)

1:30pm Dr karl kruszelnicki’s Global Warning3-4:15pm The Changing Climate: Challenges and opportunities for Central Australia. Panel including guest speakers Dr karl kruszelnicki and Dr Mark Stafford Smith4:30-6pm Green Drinks in the Garden6pm Alice Springs Bicycle Film Festival

sunday 12 aug9am-3pm desertSMART ecoFair Market including stalls, workshops and presentations on:‘Biodiversity Matters’‘Renew Alice’‘Carbon Counting in Central Australia’‘desertSMART Living’There is the Sunchase Race, Bushfoods Recipe Competition, youth ecoHub, ecoInvention and Design Competition, live music and more!

PReSenTeD By Arid Lands Environment Centre & Olive Pink Botanic GardenSUPPORTeD By Crowne Plaza Alice Springs, ABC 783 Alice Springs and Alice Springs Town CouncilWHeRe Olive Pink Botanic Garden, Tuncks Rd & Centralian Senior College, Grevillea DrWHen Friday 10 – Tuesday 14 AugTICkeTS Gold coin donation at the door.InFO ecofair.org.au

monday 13 aug9am-3pm Desert Region Food Summit Tickets $20 RSVP to info@desertsmartcoolmob.org

tuesday 14 aug6:30-7:30pm TeDX Alice SpringsCentralian Senior College Theatrette (limited to 100 people)

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the first garden return season

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Olive Pink (1884 -1975) was a botanical illustrator, anthropologist, gardener and a trailblazing Aboriginal land rights activist and environmentalist. In October 1956, at the age of 72, Olive Pink set up her tent on the grounds of what is now the Olive Pink Botanic Garden. The First Garden is her story. The story of a woman who took no prisoners in her quest to develop her life’s dream; it is also the story of how diverse cultures have valuable lessons for each other.

Playwrights Christopher and natasha RajaDirector Steve kiddmusical Director Christopher Brocklebankmusician Bill PeachyProduction Designer kristina kiddProducer Ben Convery - Olive Pink Botanic GardenProduction/stage manager kallum Wilkinson

Performersmiss olive Pink natasha Rajacaptain harold southern and henry Wardlaw Scott Frazer Johnny tjampitjinpa and tasman eshua Bolton

PReSenTeD By Olive Pink Botanic Garden WHeRe Olive Pink Botanic Garden, Tuncks RdWHen Thursday 16 Aug, 5–6:30pmFriday 17 Aug, 5–6:30pmTICkeTS $32.50 adult, $22.50 conc available from alicedesertfestival.com.au

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Wearable art awardsA perfect blend of art, fashion, design, imagination and perfor-mance. The Wearable Art Awards inspire designers and artists to get art off the wall and onto the human body. Talents of local and interstate artists and designers will be on display to inspire you to think outside the box.

PReSenTeD By Red Hot Arts CAWHeRe Araluen Arts Centre, 61 Larapinta DrWHen Sat 25 Aug, 2pm & 7pmChildren’s Show Sun 26 Aug, 2pmTICkeTS $40, $35 conc, $130 family7pm - $45, $40 conc, $140 familyCHILDRen’S SHOW $30, $25 conc, $80 family available from Araluen Box Office on (08) 8951 1122

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singing for their supperAn exhibition of singers from Asante Sana choir are featured in drawn and painted portraits. This is a celebration of the fulfilment that singing in a choir brings to individuals as well as to the choir as a whole. Asante Sana will open the exhibition with a medley of songs.

PReSenTeD By Henry SmithWHeRe Central Australian Art Society, 10 Crispe StWHen Opening 4pm Saturday 25 Aug Exhibition runs until Saturday 29 Sept Open daily (Thur-Sat)TICkeTS Free Event

shiftA curated exhibition examining ritual, transformation and shifting ideas on how we, the audience, engage with contemporary art. This exhibition includes selected works by contemporary practitioners working with screen-based, performance and other new media works.

curators Alice Buscombe Pip McManus Leo Ortega

PReSenTeD By Watch This Space Artist Run InitiativeWHeRe Watch This Space, 4/9 George CresWHen Opening Friday 31 Aug, 6-9pm Exhibition runs until Saturday 22 SeptOpen daily (Wed-Sat)TICkeTS Free Event

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graffiti – make Your markA high energy dance-theatre work presented by SPRUNG Youth Dance, an ensemble of dancers aged 15-21. With contemporary dance, hip hop and acrobatics, the work is a highly physical exploration of what it means to “make your mark”. Alongside choreographers Miriam Nicholls, Jordan Vanderschuit, James Loveday and Hayley Michener, the dancers have created a production that reflects this place, Alice Springs, with a unique new voice.

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Directors Miriam Nicholls Jordan VanderSchuit

PReSenTeD By SPRUNG Youth DanceSUPPORTeD By InCite Youth Arts and Dusty Feet Dance CollectiveWHeRe Alice Springs Skate Park, Speed StWHen Friday 31 Aug & Saturday 1 Sept, 5:30pm TICkeTS Entry by donationInFO Show begins at 6pm and runs for 40 minutes

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alice on the menuLet your tastebuds do the walking with the return of the highly anticipated and much loved Alice On The Menu. Follow the map to find exciting, one of a kind dishes made with local produce and native Australian bushfoods. Leave a poetic review or vote for the ‘People’s Plate’ and you might find yourself walking away not only with your tastebuds dancing but with a prize as well.

Maps will be available from the Tourist Information Centre, Red Hot Arts Central Australia, local businesses or online at alicedesertfestival.com.au

PReSenTeD By Red Hot Arts CAWHeRe Check out the Alice On The Menu map for the names and locations of the participating restaurants and cafes.WHen September

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Watch as the laW coUrts get their Winter Woolies on!

PReSenTeD By Red Hot Arts CAWHeRe Alice Springs Law Courts, cnr Parsons and Hartley Sts WHen Monday 3–Friday 14 SeptTICkeTS Free Event

Tasmanian based community artist Ralf Haertel and Alice Springs textile artist nicky Schonkala are joining forces in a collaborative installation to transform the façade of the Alice Springs Law Courts with a riot of knit-graffiti colour. Working closely with community volunteers and other contributing artists, and also incorporating recycled, pre-loved, knitted and crocheted blankets and rugs, this project is all about the feel good effects of getting ‘cosy’.

artists Ralf Haertel Nicky Schonkala

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Got something to say? Your time starts now! Outspoken wordsmiths get two minutes to bring poetry, stories, lyrics and monologues to the mic. The winner will win flights to Sydney to perform at the National Poetry Slam at the Sydney Theatre Company and compete for a $12,000 writers’ tour of South East Asia.

A celebration of Aboriginal literacy in all its forms. Journey through written and spoken word with music and song and explorations of digital engagement. Workshops, speakers, readings, performances and screenings – a day for all the family!

PReSenTeD By NT Writers CentreWHeRe Soma Café, Todd MallWHen Thursday 6 Sept, 6–8pmTICkeTS $10. Available from alicedesertfestival.com.au and at the doorInFO Register: alice@ntwriters.com.au

PReSenTeD By IAD PressSUPPORTeD By NT Writers Centre, Copyright Agency Limited (an official event of the National Year of Reading)WHeRe Institute for Aboriginal Development Campus, 3 South TceWHen Friday 7 Sept, 10am–3pmTICkeTS Free Event

anwerne-kenhe ayeye (sharing our stories)

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Confinedsound installationSince 2010 Tammy Brennan has been working with composer Barton Staggs recording vocal, instrumental and ambient sounds at the Old Alice Springs Gaol, combined with field recordings of historical significance. Tammy and Barton will present a sound installation inside the male cell block featuring excerpts of these recordings, as well as the completed musical score from the opera Confined.

Principal artists Tammy Brennan Barton StaggsSofie Loizou

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PReSenTeD By Tammy Brennan SUPPORTeD By Old Alice Springs Gaol at National Pioneer Women’s Hall of FameWHeRe Old Alice Springs Gaol, 2 Stuart TceWHen Friday 7-Sunday 16 Sept 10am-5pm dailyTICkeTS Admission fee appliesInFO confinedopera.com

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Desert Mob 2012New works from Aboriginal art

centres in Central Australia

7 September - 21 OctoberAraluen Arts Centre Larapinta Drive, Alice Springs P: (08) 8951 1120 E: araluen@nt.gov.auwww.desertmob.nt.gov.au

Desert Mob SymposiumFriday 7 September, 10.30am - 3.30pm

Desert Mob ExhibitionOfficial Opening: Friday 7 September, 5.00pmSaturday 8 September - Sunday 21 October

Desert Mob MarketPlaceSaturday 8 September, 10.00am - 2.00pm

Image: Hector Burton, from Tjala Arts, Desert Mob Exhibition, 2010. ©Desart

Australia’s premier Aboriginal art exhibition celebrating the vibrancy of Aboriginal art from Central Australia with recent artworks from Desart member art centres.

Stories from the artists is a celebration of Aboriginal artists and their art centres. With a vibrant program of dance, stories, images, music and short film it is a unique day of talks and presentations that give Aboriginal artists centre stage. To register for the Symposium please go to www.desart.com.au.

A large indoor/outdoor market selling affordable Aboriginal arts and crafts from over 30 art centres from across the Central Australian region. MarketPlace will also host a sumptuous range of food and drink.

Desert Mob 2012New works from Aboriginal art

centres in Central Australia

7 September - 21 OctoberAraluen Arts Centre Larapinta Drive, Alice Springs P: (08) 8951 1120 E: araluen@nt.gov.auwww.desertmob.nt.gov.au

Desert Mob SymposiumFriday 7 September, 10.30am - 3.30pm

Desert Mob ExhibitionOfficial Opening: Friday 7 September, 5.00pmSaturday 8 September - Sunday 21 October

Desert Mob MarketPlaceSaturday 8 September, 10.00am - 2.00pm

Image: Hector Burton, from Tjala Arts, Desert Mob Exhibition, 2010. ©Desart

Australia’s premier Aboriginal art exhibition celebrating the vibrancy of Aboriginal art from Central Australia with recent artworks from Desart member art centres.

Stories from the artists is a celebration of Aboriginal artists and their art centres. With a vibrant program of dance, stories, images, music and short film it is a unique day of talks and presentations that give Aboriginal artists centre stage. To register for the Symposium please go to www.desart.com.au.

A large indoor/outdoor market selling affordable Aboriginal arts and crafts from over 30 art centres from across the Central Australian region. MarketPlace will also host a sumptuous range of food and drink.

intune alice springsLinking local musicians with music industry professionals through panels, workshops and showcases. iNTune brings national music industry representatives to town to impart their knowledge and get a taste of the local talent.

Events include garage band and vocal workshops, Feedback on Five, the Teaching Music Remote Forum and an ‘Afterhours’ music showcase.

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PReSenTeD By Music NTWHeRe To be advised on registrationWHen Friday 7 – Sunday 9 SeptTICkeTS Register at musicnt.com.au

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PReSenTeD By Music NTWHeRe To be advised on registrationWHen Friday 7 – Sunday 9 SeptTICkeTS Register at musicnt.com.au

tangentyere artists muralTangentyere Artists art centre belongs to the Alice Springs town camp residents, providing respite from the intensity of some town camps; a contemplative place to work and create.

In 2011, sixteen Tangentyere Artists created narratives about Ngurra (home) life, on corrugated metal for the ‘Lighthouse’ at the Darwin Festival. The vibrant and dynamic paintings mix cultural iconography, figurative and textual elements in rich jewel-like colours, and vividly represent the landscape and activities of Central Australian life.

PReSenTeD By Tangentyere Artists and Red Hot Arts CA WHeRe The HUB, Anzac Oval, Wills TceWHen Friday 7 – Sunday 9 Sept

artistsAaron KingsleyAlison InkamalaBetty ConwayCarmel ChisholmCatherine NangalaDan JonesElizabeth BeasleyElizabeth NampitjinpaJane Young

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Janie KarpaLouise Daniels Margaret BokoNaomi WilliamsNarin TilmouthRhonda NapanangkaSally M Mulda

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desert voiceThe beautiful harmonies of our desert choirs return to share the magic of the human voice, including African freedom songs, modern choral arrangements, the sounds of Aotearoa, and hymns from Central Australia. Choir master Morris Stuart will lead the audience through a program of contemporary and classic songs in this very special musical showcase.

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PReSenTeD By Red Hot Arts CAWHeRe Araluen Arts Centre, 61 Larapinta DrWHen Saturday 8 Sept, 6–7:30pmTICkeTS $20 adult, $15 conc/child, $50 family, available from Araluen Box Office (08) 8951 1122

musical Director Morris Stuart

PerformersAsante SanaAreyonga ChoirTitjikala ChoirNorthern Territory Music School ChoirAnd other local ensembles

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anatye iivisUal art

Anatye II is the second exhibition by acclaimed artist Margaret Loy Pula at Muk Muk Fine Art. Since her initial launch in September 2010, Margaret has had a meteoric rise in the Australian contemporary art world. After successful shows around Australia, Margaret is once again exhibiting where it started. Her depiction of ‘anatye’, the wild yam or bush potato, has entranced audiences with an almost unreal style that conveys the power of Anmatyerre country.

artistMargaret Loy Pula

PReSenTeD By Muk Muk Fine Art GalleryWHeRe Muk Muk Fine Art Gallery, 14 Lindsay AveWHen Opening Thur 6 Sept, 6pm Exhibition runs until Saturday 22 SeptOpen daily (Wed-Sat)TICkeTS Free Event

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Two of Australia’s finest musicians bring to life the folklore, European legends and fiery South-American rhythms at the heart of music for flute and guitar. This internation-ally acclaimed duo has performed worldwide, including at the BBC Proms, London’s Southbank, Sydney Opera House, in Vietnam and the Middle East. This is a performance not to be missed.

Performers Melissa DoeckeDaniel McKay

PReSenTeD By Melissa DoeckeWHeRe John Flynn Memorial Uniting Church, Todd MallWHen Tuesday 11 Sept, 6:30-8pmTICkeTS $20 adult, $10 conc, $30 family available from alicedesertfestival.com.au

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This project re-imagines the built environment of our public spaces. Video Architecture is spontaneous, collaborative and interactive; exploring the relationship between visual arts, integrating elements of drawing, painting, movement and sound with the ethereal, dream-like element of light. Stripped of the over-reliance on electro gimmickry, this technique is a constant investigation of the elemental nature of physical media within art.

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PReSenTeD By Red Hot Arts CA WHeRe Tuesday – Stuart Town Gaol, Parsons StWednesday – Festival Club Big Top, Olive Pink Botanic Garden, Tuncks RdThursday – John Flynn Memorial Uniting Church, Todd Mall Friday – Frank McAllister Park, Araluen Arts Centre, 61 Larapinta DrWHen Tuesday 11 – Friday 14 Sept, 7–9pmTICkeTS Free Event

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artistsJim CoadHelen Kelly

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A night of tales of mischief, love and adventure told by young and old, recounted from the tip of the tongue, or the campfire gathering (or a much-loved library book) of fairies, monsters, knights and princesses. Come into the Library and be transformed and delighted by well-woven tales, told by local Alice Springs storytellers!

PReSenTeD By Alice Springs Public LibraryWHeRe Alice Springs Public Library, Cnr Gregory and Leichhardt TceWHen Wednesday 12 Sept, 6–7pmTICkeTS Free Event

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‘Blast off’ on a routine space flight and ‘Wipe out’ into the planet D’Illryia, where a sci-fi version of The Tempest, set to rock ‘n’ roll golden oldies unfolds in true musical comedy style.

PReSenTeD By St Philip’s CollegeWHeRe The Minnamurra Hall St Philip’s College, Schwarz CresWHen Wednesday 12 – Friday 14 Sept, 7:30–9:30pmTICkeTS $10 adult, $5 conc available from Dymocks, Travelbaggers and College Reception

castCaptain Tempest Sophie DukeDoctor Prospero Sean KiddMiranda Audrey HunkerAriel Maali KiddCookie Matthew SmithScience Officer/Gloria Evangeline OsterBosun Arras Tyson AbbotNavigational Officer Amanda Mesler

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Araluen Arts Centre Larapinta Drive, Alice Springs P: (08) 8951 1120 E: araluen@nt.gov.auwww.araluenartscentre.nt.gov.au

This is the story of Thom and Alethea. Two neighbours in an apartment block, trying desperately to keep their lives from falling apart. But the wall that stands between them has decided they belong together. Following sell-out seasons across Australia, this hilarious smash-hit production by The Escapists is a stunning celebration of theatricality, imagination and the joy of play.Using chalk, sock puppets, an overhead projector and over two-dozen characters, Lucas Stibbard’s captivating tour de force performance will inspire and delight with live music by Neridah Waters in a tall tale of whimsy and architectural enlightenment.

ARALUEN ARTS cENTRE WED 12 SEPT, 8PM

ARALUEN Box oFFicE: 8951 1122Adults: $30 / Friends of the Araluen Arts centre: $25 / concession: $25

Araluen Arts Centre Larapinta Drive, Alice Springs P: (08) 8951 1120 E: araluen@nt.gov.auwww.araluenartscentre.nt.gov.au

This is the story of Thom and Alethea. Two neighbours in an apartment block, trying desperately to keep their lives from falling apart. But the wall that stands between them has decided they belong together. Following sell-out seasons across Australia, this hilarious smash-hit production by The Escapists is a stunning celebration of theatricality, imagination and the joy of play.Using chalk, sock puppets, an overhead projector and over two-dozen characters, Lucas Stibbard’s captivating tour de force performance will inspire and delight with live music by Neridah Waters in a tall tale of whimsy and architectural enlightenment.

ARALUEN ARTS cENTRE WED 12 SEPT, 8PM

ARALUEN Box oFFicE: 8951 1122Adults: $30 / Friends of the Araluen Arts centre: $25 / concession: $25

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Shop till you drop for authentic Indigenous art and craftworks, recycled treasures, books, photos, handmade clothing and jewellery. Sample a tasty treat from one of the enticing multi cultural food vendors.

Featuring Alice Springs talent; Lucy & the Diamonds, Lacuna Style and The John & Tree Collective.

PReSenTeD By Alice Springs Town CouncilWHeRe Todd MallWHen Thursday 13 Sept, 5-9pmTICkeTS Free Event

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Bamba & the Big Tree is a play about cultural values, taken from a Gambian folk story. It is a dynamic, interactive performance with traditional African dance and drumming.

Written by and featuring King MarongBec Matthews Peter Lowson Drum Atweme

PReSenTeD By Tangentyere Youth Services and Red Hot Arts CAWHeRe Festival Club Big Top, Olive Pink Botanic Garden, Tuncks RdWHen Thursday 13 Sept, 11am–12pm & 1–2pmTICkeTS $4 per personavailable from alicedesertfestival.com.auAUDIenCe SUITABILITy School Children

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live in the dead centreAgainst all odds, The Black Wreath collective have forged their own path in the Australian music landscape. They have turned the obstacles of being in a remote location into an advantage and taken heavy metal where it has never been before.

PReSenTeD By The Black Wreath WHeRe Witchetty’s, 61 Larapinta DrWHen Friday 14 Sept, 9pm-lateTICkeTS $20 available from alicedesertfestival.com.au$25 at the door

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Featuring the notorious live shows of Uncreation, The Horror and Miazma alongside film and photographic history of the Alice Springs Metal Revolution.

PerformersUncreationMiazmaThe Horror

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Exhibition of paintings by Rachelle Ollerenshaw.An exploration of the meaning of home through landscape.

PReSenTeD By Rachelle OllerenshawWHeRe Campfire in the Heart, Ragonesi RdWHen Friday 14 Sept, 6:30–10:30pmSaturday 15 Sept, 10am–10:30pmTICkeTS Free Event

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seek:Part scavenger hunt, part public performance and part spectacle. An interactive journey like none other.

Be prepared to be engaged, inspired, and most of all, challenged. Explore and experience the Alice Springs CBD like never before. Teams of four or five participants vie for the coveted Seek: trophy.

Join us on this surrealist Saturday during the Festival for discoveries of forgotten civilisations, undiscovered places, trials and tribulations, jungle marauders and treasure-toting buccaneers. Become an invisible garden gnome or the superhero of your choosing on this mythical quest.

PReSeNTeD BY Red Hot Arts CAWHeRe Alice Springs CBDWHeN Saturday 15 Sept, 10am–3pmTICKeTS Limited number of seeker registrations available:$5 per person, $20 team (5 max). available from alicedesertfestival.com.auSeek if you are bold; seek@redhotarts.com.au

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the right track – stay strong, live longThis is the result of an adventure in art and culture; using them to create a new dialogue of life in communities and exploring pain, sorrow, happiness, peace and hope for the future.

This project is a suicide prevention initiative, developed in response to the high incidence of youth suicide across Indigenous communities in Central Australia. The project was welcomed into eight communities by elders and community leaders. Every community worked to develop unique messages into a narrative of strength in the face of adversity, through family, law and culture.

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PReSenTeD By MacDonnell Shire Youth Development Team & CAYLUS WHeRe Featured throughout the Festival WHen During SeptemberInFO See website for screening times

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locals from the Bush: planting, Yarning, feasting

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Do you know about the food and medicine plants growing in abundance in the Central Australian bush? Can you identify which are poisonous and which will feed you or keep you healthy? How do you prepare them? What do they taste like? Are they nutritious? Come to the Alice Springs Community Garden to help us plant our new Bushfoods and Medicine garden, hear stories, share food and learn.

PReSenTeD By Alice Springs Community Garden NetworkSUPPORTeD By Arid Lands Environment CentreWHeRe Alice Springs Community Garden, Burke StWHen Sunday 16 Sept, 10am–12pmTICkeTS $15, $10 conc/child available at the event

West african drumming WorkshopKing Marong is a master percussionist and cultural ambassador from The Gambia West Africa. King has been based in Australia for the past fifteen years performing and teaching drum, dance and cultural education at schools, festivals, universities and community events. This workshop is a great opportunity for people of all ages and abilities.

PReSenTeD By King Marong and Bec MatthewsWHeRe Red Hot Arts Space, 67 Bath StWHen Sunday 16 Sept, 11am-12:30pmTICkeTS $22 available from alicedesertfestival.com.au

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acapella in the gorgeAsante Sana features 60-70 voices joined in harmony, building bridges across cultures in the community through their voices and their song. Presenting a diverse repertoire of songs from Africa, Australia, Estonia and the Pacific Islands plus English poetry and songs inspired by life in the Red Centre.

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PRESENTED BY Asante SanaSUPPORTED BY Red Hot Arts CAWHERE Ormiston Gorge, West MacDonnell Ranges WHEN Sunday 16 Sept, 3:30–5pmTICKETS Entry by gold coin donation at the venue

lens flair short film CompetitionFor two years, emerging and established film makers have created short drama, comedy, music video and documentary films for Lens Flair, always with a unique Central Australian flavour. Just what will 2012 bring?

PReSenTeD By Red Hot Arts CASUPPORTeD By Screen Territory WHeRe Snow Kenna Park, Cnr Leichhardt & Wills TceWHen Submissions close Mon 17 SeptWinning films screened at Cinema by the River, Sat 29 Sept (see page 58)TICkeTS Lens Flair entry is free

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Dance your way around the world in one day! Your choice of five workshops comprising different dance styles from around the world that may include Bollywood, Belly Dance, African Dance, Capoeira, Salsa, Hip Hop and Latin Ballroom. Then put all of your new dance experience into one explosive hour of Zumba and jam the night away with a global dance party.

instructor Tamara Pitts (QLD)

PReSenTeD By Sila CrosleyWHeRe Alice Springs Youth Centre, Wills TceWHen Saturday 29 SeptTICkeTS Workshops $20 eachZumba Masterclass $25Day Passport $100 (includes five work-shops, Masterclass and dance party)InFO Registration and workshop schedule zumbaalicesprings.com

World dance Workshops

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An exhibition that explores the perception and identification of handcrafted textiles as ‘art’ or ‘craft’. Creating these works for the exhibition has allowed the artist to question her own perceptions and labelling of art and craft, and viewers will be invited to do the same.

PReSenTeD By Nicky Schonkala WHeRe Watch This Space, 4/9 George CresWHen Opening Friday 28 Sept, 6pmExhibition running until Saturday 20 OctOpen daily (Wed-Sat)TICkeTS Free Event

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ghost CirCusA spectacular show involving amazing young circus performers from Alice Springs. Performers include Alice Springs youth Centre’s ‘Circus Dust’, ninja Circus and more! Be amazed by the climbing, spinning, flying and flipping awesomeness of local talent.

Youth performersCircus Dust Ninja Circus and other local community groups

PReSenTeD By Circus DustSUPPORTeD By Alice Springs Town Council, NT Government & Centralian Senior CollegeWHeRe Centralian College Theatrette, Grevillea Dr WHen Saturday 29 Sept, 4pmTICkeTS $15 adults, $10 childrenavailable from alicedesertfestival.com.au

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Two nights of classic family and brand new short film; an open air cinema delicately placed on the picturesque banks of the Todd River.

Night One features the winners of the Lens Flair Short Film Competition (see page 55) and the all-time family favourite ‘Babe’, while Night Two show-cases New Indigenous Cinema, including the world premiere of ‘Stories in Our Songs: Indigenous Musicians of the Northern Territory’.

September 29 Lens Flair Short Film Competition winners Feature film ‘Babe’

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PReSenTeD By Red Hot Arts CASUPPORTeD By Screen Territory WHeRe Snow Kenna Park, Wills Tce WHen Saturday 29 & Sunday 30 Sept, 6–10pmTICkeTS Gold coin donationInFO In the event of wet weather check alicedesertfestival.com.au on the day of the event for updated venue

September 30 new Indigenous shorts from around the world Highlights from ‘The Right Track – Stay Strong Live Long’ (See page 52)

Feature film ‘Stories in Our Songs: Indigenous Musicians from the northern Territory’Produced by Artback NT Visual Arts ProgramCreative Producer Simha Koether

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Bushfoods galaYou and your senses are invited to embark on a delectable journey from plant to plate at this year’s ‘Bushfoods Gala’ held at the picturesque Alice Springs Desert Park.

As the sun sets over the gorgeous vista of the MacDonnell Ranges, you’ll be escorted down a path to your seat and introduced to the stars of the evening, the plants themselves. Let your ears be sere-naded while your tastebuds swoon from the creations of top chefs. This night is one not to be missed!

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PReSenTeD By Red Hot Arts CASUPPORTeD By Alice Springs Desert Park WHeRe Alice Springs Desert Park WHen Wednesday 10 Oct, 6-10pmTICkeTS $135 per person (bookings essential) available from alicedesertfestival.com.auDReSS CODe Semi-formal

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Council’s Community Calendaris your access all areas pass to

Alice Springs events. Go to www.alicesprings.nt.gov.au/events

for more!

Alice Springs Town Council

proudly supports the

Alice Desert Festival.

Phone: (08) 8950 0500 Email: astc@astc.nt.gov.au

Web: www.alicesprings.nt.gov.au

Rex MooneyChief Executive Officer “A town like Alice”

festival artist‘The east-West Line’artwork by marina strocchi

This year’s Festival branding features the work of Marina Strocchi’s ‘The East-West Line’. Marina’s work has evolved from printmaking. This was followed by a series of small gouaches and oils paying homage to the desert landscape in the 1990s and now, for over a decade, she has worked on a larger scale with acrylic. She has developed a unique visual response to the nature that surrounds her.

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Unless otherwise stated, the majority of Festival events are ticketed through Red Hot Arts Central Australia

Check where to buy tickets for a specific event by visiting the event’s page in this program or alicedesertfestival.com.au.

Some shows will sell out quickly so book early to avoid disappointment.

Buy ticketsonlinealicedesertfestival.com.auFind the event you wish to attend / click the ‘buy tickets’ buttonhours 24 hrs / 7 daysPayment method Credit CardBooking fee 30c per ticket

in Person Visit the Red Hot Arts Space on the corner of Bath St and Stott Tce, Alice Springs.hours Mon, Wed, Thur, Fri, 10am-4pmPayment methods EFTPOS, Cash Booking fee $1 per ticket

Tickets also availiable at The HUB, Anzac Oval on Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 September.

Alice Desert Festival supports the companion card program. Contact us to enquire about booking with a companion card.

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Red Hot Arts Central Australiaredhotarts.com.au alicedesertfestival.com.au67 Bath St, Alice Springs(08) 8952 2392admin@redhotarts.com.au

The majority of festival events are accessible to wheelchairs or for people with limited mobility. For details on venue/location accessibility see alicedesertfestival.com.au

Donations - Tax Deductible Gift ProgramRed Hot Arts Central Australia has recently obtained Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status. You are warmly invited to become a donor and support the work of Red Hot Arts Central Australia. Private giving patrons make it possible for us to continue developing, promoting and celebrating our unique cultural identity and promoting the diverse artistic talent in Central Australia. Visit redhotarts.com.au for information on how to give. All donations are tax deductible.

The information in this program is correct at the time of printing. Red Hot Arts Central Australia reserves the right to alter the program at any time without notice. See the website for any changes to programmed events. 66

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Festival Opening 23 Community Friday 10 5:30-6pm

Dancing in the Streets 24 Interactive Friday 10 6-7:30pm

DesertSMART ecofair 26 environment Fri 10-Tues 14 Daily

Street Art on Show 25 Visual Art 10 Aug-10 Oct Daily

Bushfoods Recipe Comp (Heat 1) 25 Food Sunday 12 11am-3pm

The First Garden - Return Season 28 Theatre Thurs 16-Fr 17 5-6:30pm

Dancing in the Streets 24 Interactive Fri 17, Fri 24 6-7:30pm

Wearable Art Awards 29 Performance Saturday 25 2pm & 7pm

Bushfoods Recipe Comp (Heat 2) 25 Food Saturday 25 11am-3pm

Singing for their Supper 30 Visual Art 25 Aug-29 Sep Daily

Wearable Art Awards - Children's Show

29 Performance Sunday 26 2-4pm

Dancing in the Streets 24 Interactive Friday 31 6-7pm

Shift 30 Visual Art 31 Aug-22 Sept Daily

Graffiti - Make your Mark 31 Dance Fri 31, Sat 1 Sept 5:30pm

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Cosy Courts 33 Installation Mon 3-Fri 14 Daily

Australian Poetry Slam 36 Literature Thursday 6 6-8pm

Anatye ii 43 Visual Art Thur 6-Sat 22 Daily

FESTIVAL PEAk SEASOn 7-16 SEPTEMBER (see festival planner pg 34 - 35)

Confined - Sound Installation 37 Installation Fri 7-Sun 16 Daily

inTune Alice Springs 40 Interactive Fri 7-Sun 9 Daily

Feels Like Home 50 Visual Art Fri 14-Sat 15 Daily

Common Threads 56 Visual Art 28 Sep-20 Oct Daily

World Dance Workshops 56 Interactive Saturday 29 Daily

Ghost Circus 57 Circus Saturday 29 4pm

Cinema by the River 58 Screen Sat 29 -Sun 30 6-10pm

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