what's on guide feb - apr 2011

FEBRUARY - APRIL

Proudly suppor ted by the Gold Coast City Council

COVER IMAGEAqua Town NH Architecturewith Andrew MckenzieImage: Courtesy FloodSlicer

From Now and When: Australian UrbanismGold Coast City Gallery

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The new year is off to a f lying star t with the launch of our inaugural 2011 Subscription Season taking place on Friday 28 January. We’re thrilled to bring world-class performers such as Bangarra Dance Theatre, Bell Shakespeare and Circus Oz to our stage.

Subscribers will receive signif icant savings on tickets and other benef its, so check page six for a sneak peek of the drama, music and dance gems we have on offer this year.

Parents of young children will love our Children’s Season for 2011. Watch your child’s face light up as their favourite storybooks including The Gruffalo, My Grandma Lived in Gooligulch and The Terrible Plop come to life. See page f ive for details.

In March, we are proud to present our f irst Ar tist in Residence performance, Zealous Choreography’s Blood, Sweat and Dance, funded through Regional Stages. Creator Ben Veitch (So You Think You Can Dance 2009 f inalist) fuses a range of dance styles to tell the story of the sometimes brutal life of a dancer.

Get your 3D glasses ready … anyone interested in the future of our cities won’t want to miss The Gold Coast City Gallery’s exhibition Now and When, direct from the 2010 Venice Architecture Biennale. Be the f irst in Australia to view it. And best of all, entry is free.

See you at the show.

Destry PuiaGeneral Manager

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SUBSCRIPTION SEASON PAGE 6

GALLERY PAGE 12

THE BASEMENT PAGE 20

SHOWS PAGE 22

FUNCTIONS & EVENTS PAGE 42

ARTS CINEMA PAGE 44

REGIONAL STAGES PAGE 46

SUPPORT US PAGE 52

CENTRE INFORMATION PAGE 56

BOOKINGS PAGE 59

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Based on the picture book The Terrible Plop, this show features rhyme and puppetry.

DATE Wed 9 Nov, 6.00pm Thu 10 Nov, 10.00am & 12.30pmAGE 1yr - Preschool

Children will love this rollicking musical tale of a city girl visiting her Grandma in the country.

DATE Mon 6 Jun, 6.00pm Tue 7 Jun, 10.00am & 11.45amAGE Grades 1 - 3

The award-winning picture book The Gruffalo is brought to life on stage.

DATE Wed 23 Mar, 11.30am & 1.30pmAGE Preschool - Grade 3

With fun songs, dancing, puppetry, audience par ticipation and popular children’s literature, these enter taining live shows are the perfect way to introduce your child to the magic of theatre.

PROUDLY SPONSORED BY

CHILDREN’S SEASON 2011THE ARTS CENTRE GOLD COAST PRESENTS

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The Australian Government is proud to be associated with this tour through the national performing ar ts touring program, Playing Australia, which gives Australians across the country the oppor tunity to see some of our best performing ar ts.

This tour has been made possible by the New South Wales Government through Arts NSW.

Bangarra Dance TheatreMathinna

A girl's journey between two culturesA work by Stephen Page

Date Tue 22 Nov 2011 , 7.30pm

Dancer Elma KrisPhotography Stephen Ward

The Arts Centre Gold Coast is proud to unveil its brand

new 2011 Subscription Season.

Purchase four or more shows and receive significant discounts on theatre tickets,

invitations to exclusive events and secure your favourite

seat for each show.

31 Mar - 1 Apr 2011Cafe Rebetika!Cabaret, music, theatre and dance unite in this epic story of the hear t.

18 - 19 Mar 2011Blood, Sweat and DanceDiscover the passion and athleticism that drivesa dancer to success.

Funded by Regional Stages.

27 Mar 2011Camerata of St John’sSunset SerenadeOne of Australia’s f inest chamber orchestras.

The 2011 National Tour of Cafe Rebetika! is presented by Kultour (an initiative of the Australia Council for the Ar ts) in association with The Follies Company. Kultour acknowledges the suppor t of Casula Powerhouse (Kultour Company Member).

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30 Apr 2011Flamenco Fire – Primavera MiaAustralia’s only national f lamenco dance company celebrates spring.

20 Jul 2011TURNSNancye Hayes and Reg Livermore star in this comedy about identity, family and show biz.

2 - 10 Sep 2011Pyjamas in ParadiseRelive the hits of the 50s and 60s in this brand new musical set in Surfers Paradise.Original music & lyrics by John Michael Howson, Ashley Irwin & Peter PinneArrangements and orchestrations by Ashley Irwin

By arrangement with David Spicer Productions www.davidspicer.com.au


This tour has been made possible by the New South Wales Government through Arts NSW.

This production was originally produced in association with B Sharp 2009, Company B’s Downstairs Theatre Season.

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30 Sep - 1 Oct 2011Circus OzEnjoy acrobatics, graceful aerial performance and comedy from Australia’s premier circus.

6 - 7 Oct 2011A Midsummer Night’s DreamA modern take on Shakespeare’s classic with karaoke ballads and comedy.

11 - 12 Oct 2011Bell Shakespeare’s Julius CaesarA sharp political drama from Australia’s leading Shakespeare company.

Tour coordination by Country Ar ts WA

This tour has been made possible by the New South Wales Government through Ar ts NSW.



14 Oct 2011The Man the Sea SawDance-like physicality is combined with circus, comedy, puppetry and poignant story.

22 Nov 2011Bangarra Dance Theatre – MathinnaThis mesmerising piece is inspired by a young girl’s journey between two cultures.

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For a full description of the Subscription Season including details, times and ticket prices, grab a brochure from our Box Off ice, or visit our website.

Box Off ice Phone 5588 4000www.theartscentregc.com.au

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BOOK YOUR PACKAGE TODAY & SAVE!

Image: Michael Zavros In Et Arcadia Ego 2007 Oil on Canvas Gold Coast City Gallery Collection

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Fri 11 Feb6.00pmGallery 1Free. RSVP 5581 6567 or gallery@thear tscentregc.com.au

12 Feb - 3 AprWeekdays 10.00am - 5.00pm Sat/Sun 11.00am - 5.00pmGallery 1Free

Queensland is home to over 80 regional and public galleries, many of which hold collections of local, state and national signif icance. Twelve Degrees of Latitude is a tribute to the outstanding contribution regional galleries make to our social, cultural and economic wellbeing.

Co-curated by Bettina MacAulay and Brett Adlington for Queensland’s 150th year, this exhibition features major Australian, Indigenous, Pacif ic and European ar twork dating from the 17th to the 21st century. The exhibition contains visually spectacular paintings, three-dimensional, experimental and freestanding works, including works by leading ar tists such as William Robinson, Vida Lahey, Scott Redford and Kenneth McQueen.

TWELVE DEGREES OF LATITUDE

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12 Jan - 21 MarWeekdays 10.00am - 5.00pm Sat/Sun 11.00am - 5.00pmFoyerFree

1888 MELBOURNE CUP CENTENNIAL CUP

ART UNPACKED LAND AND PLACE

Horse racing enthusiasts will be treated to a rare oppor tunity to view the 1888 Melbourne Cup prize – the Centennial Cup, cour tesy of the National Gallery of Australia and Elaine and Jim Wolfensohn Gift.

Made in England by Elkington & Co Birmingham, The Centennial Cup features three magnif icent horses cast in silver weighing 800 grams, and is surmounted on a large silver plated base. The 1888 Melbourne Cup winner was Mentor, who ran the race in 3 minutes 30 3/4 seconds.

EDUCATION KIT NOW AVAILABLEArt Unpacked Land and Place is a major new education resource written for Australian schools drawn from Gold Coast City Gallery’s extensive collection. Each Gold Coast school will receive one free copy and additional copies are available for purchase at $50.00 + postage.

Visit www.thear tscentregc.com.au or phone 5581 6567 to order.

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5 Feb - 20 MarGallery 2Free

Fri 4 Mar, 12.00pmGallery 2Free. RSVP 5581 6567 or gallery@thear tscentregc.com.au

ARTIST TALK WITH ROBERT MCFARLANE

Rober t McFarlane is one of Australia’s most prolif ic photo journalists, whose image archive reveals an instinct for repor tage without ever gravitating towards the hard news and frontline dramas. As Gael Newton, Curator of Photography at the National Gallery of Australia describes, he focuses on the dignity and integrity of an individual.

The exhibition features 90 images that begin with his early works in Adelaide of the late 1950s and early 60s showing the emerging youth music scene and the inf luence of the new style of photo journalism as seen in the great picture magazines of the era Life, Look and Esquire.

Image: Rober t McFarlane Bob Hawke ACTU Leader Newcastle Civic Centre 1976 (detail)

A Manly Ar t Gallery & Museum Touring Exhibition curated by Sarah JohnsonRober t McFarlane is represented by Josef Lebovic Gallery, SydneyThis exhibition is made possible by the NSW Ministry for the Ar tsThis exhibition is suppor ted by the Regional Galleries Association of New South Wales

ROBERT MCFARLANE RECEIVED MOMENTS PHOTOGRAPHY 1961 - 2009

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12 Feb - 3 AprWeekdays 10.00am - 5.00pm Sat/Sun 11.00am - 5.00pmFoyer GalleryFree

Local ar tist Fiona Kennedy-Altoft presents large scale paintings that she describes as por traying the free, crazy and playful side of life with children.

She has transposed the features of dogs and birds into people, for she feels they are similar in many ways; ‘they are instinctive, affectionate, wild, disobedient, compliant and at times blindly loyal.’

Fiona began work on this series par tly as a ref lection on her role as a parent. Rediscovering the fearlessness, mischief, pranks and laughter are all possible when relating to your children and these exuberant works capture those emotions.

Image: Fiona Kennedy Altoft My Offspring 2010 (detail) Cour tesy the ar tist

FIONA KENNEDY ALTOFT - OFFSPRING

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Now established as a key exhibition in the contemporary ar t calendar, our exhibition of selected f inalists is a vibrant ref lection of current practice nationally in still photography. This year’s judge is Shaune Lakin, Director of Monash Gallery of Ar t.

Prize money for the award has increased to $20,000 and the winning work is acquired by Gold Coast City Gallery. With the fur ther assistance of The Josephine Ulrick and Win Schuber t Foundation and Gallery acquisition funds, there will be an additional $10,000 available for acquisitions to the collection.

Image: Lynne Rober ts-Goodwin Nine Wonders Lunacrater #4 Winner 2010

JOSEPHINE ULRICK AND WIN SCHUBERT PHOTOGRAPHY AWARD 2011

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9 Apr - 22 MayWeekdays 10.00am - 5.00pm Sat/Sun 11.00am - 5.00pmGallery 1Free

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Sat 9 Apr3.00pm - 5.00pm Seminar: ContemporaryLandscape Photography5.00pm - 7.00pm Off icial OpeningGallery 1Free. RSVP 5581 6567 or gallery@thear tscentregc.com.au

OPENING EVENT

Image: A Tale of Two Cities, Billard Leece Par tnership PTY LTD. Image Cour tesy FloodSlicer

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Fri 25 Mar6.00pm - 8.00pmGallery 2Free. RSVP 5581 6567or gallery@thear tscentregc.com.au

26 Mar - 1 MayWeekdays 10.00am - 5.00pm Sat/Sun 11.00am - 5.00pmGallery 2Free

Viewers entering Now and When will be immersed in an intensive sound and visual environment. The 16 minute sequence of images features ground-breaking 3D stereoscopic technology, allowing visitors to view existing and hypothetical urban environments.

Gold Coast City Gallery is the f irst Australian venue to present this dramatic visual experience that arrives fresh from the 12th International Architecture Biennale Exhibition in Venice.

The immersive environment is in two par ts - Now presents aerial views of three Australian cities as they are now, including Surfers Paradise by leading Australian photographer and co-creative director John Gollings. 17 futuristic urban environments imagine When we reach 2050 and beyond.

The visions are the result of an Australian Institute of Architects competition and include aqua cities, cities powered by mould, and cities connected by central ‘spines’.

NOW AND WHEN AUSTRALIAN URBANISM

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Now and When is a major project of the Australian Institute of Architects.

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Unplugged presents the very best live music talent on the Gold Coast. Catch established ar tists you know and love, and up-and-coming live bands before they become huge stars! With so few venues suppor ting emerging ar tists, this is a perfect oppor tunity to grab a group of friends and relax with a drink and great live music.

COMEDY

The Coast’s best comedy venue brings you a raucous evening of local, national and international performers every Friday night. Featuring regular appearances from popular TV and radio personalities. Enjoy guaranteed non-stop laughs and hilarious antics! Groups please book in advance.

Box Off ice Phone 5588 4000www.thear tscentregc.com.au

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Every ThursdayDoors open 7.30pmShowtime 8.15pm$12.50

Every FridayDoors open 6.30pmShowtime 8.00pm$18.00

Dining and bar available

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From exotic melodies to emotive folk music and scintillating jazz, be uplifted with live music at Live and Intimate in The Basement.

The diverse and exciting range of musical styles includes Latin, jazz, blues, Brazilian, nostalgia, contemporary, Flamenco and more. Relax with a glass of wine as these masterful musicians and

emerging ar tists captivate your senses with their passion, talent and f inesse.

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Every SaturdayDoors open 6.30pmShowtime 7.30pm$15.00

Dining and bar available

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Jasmin Walsh, Phone 0403 150 592www.thebutterf lytree.com.auinfo@thebutterf lytree.com.au

Sun 6 Feb & Sun 10 Apr 9.00am - 2.00pmParadise ShowroomFree

The Butterf ly Tree is a unique and boutique market for families with children aged from newborn to teen years.

With over 60 stalls, The Butterf ly Tree offers an impressive collection of specially selected vendors with stunning products of superior quality - clothing, toys, bedding, decorator items, accessories and much more.

Every piece is a work of ar t - modern, stylish, exquisite quality and affordably priced. Gorgeous handmade clothing. Stunning ideas for presents. Unusual and one-off toys.

The Butterf ly Tree Markets showcase talented Australian designers who aren’t scared to break generic moulds and who love creating products that are diverse, exceptional and stylish.

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Do f irst impressions count? Carbon Dating explores the quirky, sublime and ridiculous attempts of couples fumbling their way through the f irst date. Funny and revealing, this play exposes the topical and timeless desire of mankind - the urge to f ind a suitable mate.

Four actors, playing 13 different roles, por traying a variety of

different couples on their f irst date, this play deals with themes of social acceptance, isolation and f irst impressions.

Carbon Dating is an Australian contemporary comedy by Ron Elisha (winner of four Australian Writers’ Guild Awards).

THE ARTS CENTRE GOLD COAST IN ASSOCIATION WITH MERCURY’S WINGS THEATRE PRESENTS

CARBON DATING

Tue 8 Feb - Sat 12 Feb7.30pmThe Space $26.00 (concessions apply)

Mercury’s Wings Theatre Company is the recipient of the Ignition Program, funded by Regional Stages. The Ar ts Centre Gold Coast will also tour this production in February and March to 11 Queensland venues including The Judith Wright Centre of Contemporary Ar ts in Brisbane.

Image: John Gass

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Fri 11 Feb 11.00amParadise Showroom$15.00 (Groups 6+ $12.00, 6-Show Package $72.00)

From My Fair Lady with Anthony Warlow to Jolson the Musical with Rob Guest, Sheila Bradley is one of Australia’s favourite music theatre performers.

This one-woman show is a memoir of Sheila’s life as a character actress, and was written by long-time friend and star of Priscilla, Queen of the Deser t - The Musical,

Tony Sheldon. Sheila has worked for some of the biggest producers in the world, including Simon Gallagher’s Essgee Attractions, Marion Street Theatre, Melbourne Theatre Company, Lyric Opera Company, Elizabethan Theatre Trust, the London Palladium and the Theatre Royals in Windsor and Richmond UK.

THE ARTS CENTRE GOLD COAST PRESENTS

A MORNING WITH... SHEILA BRADLEYTHE CAT, THE RAT & ME

A complimentary light morning tea will be served from 10.15am.

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www.goldcoastjazzclub.com

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Bar and meals available 6.00pm, Showtime 7.30pmParadise ShowroomMembers $21.00, Visitors $26.00

Now in its 26th year the club presents jazz ar tists from all over Australia and the occasional international band.

DATE Fri 18 FebThe Gold Coast Big Band playing the great songs of the Swing Era, the music made famous by Glenn Miller, Count Basie, Ar tie Shaw, Benny Goodman and Tommy Dorsey.

DATE Fri 18 MarThe music of the Benny Goodman Sextet featuring the Paul Hendon Goodman Sextet with Glenn Heinrich (Sydney) on vibes playing the music of Lionel Hampton.

DATE Fri 15 AprCrazy Little Thing Called LoveEnjoy the music of Michael Buble featuring vocalist Greg Aspeling with the Les Wilson Swing Force Big Band.

GOLD COAST JAZZ & BLUES CLUB


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Tue 1 Mar7.30pmArts Theatre$89.90

Ever wonder what happens when you die? Do you yearn to hear from someone who recently passed?

Join TV’s top medium and clairvoyant Lisa Williams as she describes the transition into the spirit world. Lisa returns to Australia after a sold out national tour in 2009.

Sharing her gift of communication with spirits from the ‘other side’, Lisa will reveal her knowledge about the ways we connect with and understand the messages our loved ones are trying to convey to us.

Like her show on W Channel, she will demonstrate her astonishing mediumship abilities by performing live readings with members of the audience.

ADRIAN BOHM, MILLS ENTERTAINMENT AND W CHANNEL PRESENT

LISA WILLIAMS

Dinner and show packages available

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Tue 8 Mar11.00amArts Theatre$30.00 (concessions apply)

Australia’s favourite Scot, the witty and talented Billy Raymond, hosts a memorable concer t featuring the best of military pomp and splendour with many lighter musical moments.

Fresh from their successful performance at Sydney’s Edinburgh Tattoo, The Queensland Police Pipes and Drums will feature alongside The Australian Army

Band Brisbane – one of the f inest military bands in Australia. The bonnie lassies of the Scotia Highland Dancers will complement the music with their toe-tapping intricate dance steps and colourful Highland dress.

Musical highlights include Amazing Grace, Highland Cathedral and Hector’s Farewell.


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Fri 18 - Sat 19 Mar7.30pm (+ 2.00pm Sat matinee)Arts Theatre$35.00 (concessions apply)

We need to dance, not because we want to but because we have to.

Discover the passion and motivation that drives a dancer to succeed. This thrilling dance piece is a fusion of dance styles including ballet, urban, Latin, contemporary and more. Underpinning the extraordinary, high energy dance routines is a storyline exposing the often brutal world of a dancer.

Zealous Choreography is The Arts Centre Gold Coast’s inaugural Artist in Residence in 2010. The company’s Creative Director is Ben Veitch, who was a top four f inalist in So You Think You Can Dance 2009. Ben Veitch is the creator and choreographer of Blood Sweat and Dance.

THE ARTS CENTRE GOLD COASTIN ASSOCIATION WITH ZEALOUS CHOREOGRAPHY PRESENTS

BLOOD, SWEAT AND DANCE


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Mon 21 Mar10.00am - 5.00pmThe BasementFull $90.00, Gold Coast Regional companies/residents (subsidised) $25.00

Executive Director, John Paul Fischbach, presents a seminar on value-based marketing for creative ar ts businesses.

Learn how to create smarter, more effective marketing with a focus on the value of your product and customer needs (rather than on the product itself) and the strategic measures you can take to

maximise the return on your marketing expenditure.

The So You Wanna... seminar series provides professional industry development for the serious ar tist or ar ts company. It is presented by Auspicious Arts Incubator in collaboration with GCCC Creative Juices Professional Development Program.

SO YOU WANNA… CREATE SMARTER, MORE EFFECTIVE MARKETING?


Download the registration form on our website. Bookings are essential.

Look out for the next seminar…Mon 6 Jun 2011 - So You Wanna... Make Your Ar t Your Business?

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Tue 22 Mar7.30pmArts Theatre$44.50 (concessions apply)

Packed theatre? Relax. I’ll handle this. You just sit back and do what you do best - listen, laugh and look good.

Luckily for us, I’ve been in this situation before, and although it’s never easy, it’s nothing a nearly entirely new hour of classics won’t handle! And remember friend, if

things get too dicey out there, I can always whip out my guitar.

ARJ BARKER – LET ME DO THE TALKING


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The magical musical adaption of the award-winning picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheff ler, published by Macmillan Children’s Books.

Whether their favourite food is roasted fox, owl ice cream, scrambled snake or Gruffalo crumble, audiences eat up this

delectable tale about theadventures of a clever little mouse in a forest full of predators.

Let your imagination run wildwith songs, laughs and fun.

THE ARTS CENTRE GOLD COAST PRESENTSCHRISTINE DUNSTAN’S AND TALL STORIES’ PRODUCTION OF

THE GRUFFALOPROUDLY SPONSORED BY McDonald’s

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Wed 23 Mar11.30am & 1.30pmArts TheatreAdult $20.00, Child $15.00 (other concessions apply)

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Fri 25 Mar8.00pmArts Theatre$36.00 (concessions apply)

After a completely sold out tour in 2010, Jason Byrne returns to Australia with his f irst Gold Coast appearance, where his show is sure to be the hottest ticket in town. More than just a comedy performance, Jason’s show is an event not to be missed.

Jaw-achingly - funny there is no other way to describe it. His material is sharp, his take on Australian audiences generous as much as demeaning and his status as one of the world’s best comedians unquestionable.THE HERALD SUN

JASON BYRNE - CIRQUE DU BYRNE


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Sun 27 Mar5.00pmArts Theatre$46.00 (concessions apply)

Camerata of St John’s has established itself as one of the nation’s f inest chamber orchestras, appearing to great acclaim at the Australian Festival of Chamber Music in 2009 and 2010, and named as one to watch in ABC Limelight’s 2010 Smart Arts List.

In this their f irst performance on the Gold Coast, Camerata of St

John’s will present Sunset Serenade, a program of sensational string music at cocktail hour, covering the full gamut of human emotions and coming to a thrilling conclusion in Tchaikovsky’s radiant Serenade.


CAMERATA OF ST JOHN’SSUNSET SERENADE


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Thu 31 Mar - Sat 2 Apr7.30pmThe Space$30.00 (concessions apply)

Brisbane based choreographer Claire Marshall will adapt and expand upon her work Hey Scenester to ref lect the Gold Coast’s night club scene. Cavill Ave will explore the good, the bad and the ugly side of the night clubs in the Cavill Avenue area of Surfers Paradise.

Explore how human behaviour changes with the anonymity

provided in these clubs, how to escape from the more disturbing elements and how to survive!

This unique dance theatre experience will see the audience incorporated in to the work – standing, rather than sitting in traditional theatre format.

THE ARTS CENTRE GOLD COAST IN ASSOCIATION WITH CLAIRE MARSHALL PRESENTS

CAVILL AVE

Claire Marshall is suppor ted by the Inside Out program, funded by Regional Stages.

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Thu 31 Mar, 11.00amFri 1 Apr, 7.30pmArts TheatreAdult $46.00 (concessions apply)

Café Rebetika! is an epic story of the heart; a passionate and uplifting production which tells a dramatic story set in the slums of 1930’s urban Greece during the rise of rebetika, the ‘Greek blues’.

Cabaret, music, theatre and dance unite in this new production set in the exotic and gutsy rebetika zsub-culture. Born out of outcast despair, the men and women

of rebetika create a utopia of acceptance, respect and def iance.

Image: John Tsiavis


CAFE REBETIKA!

The 2011 National Tour of Cafe Rebetika! is presented by Kultour (an initiative of the Australia Council for the Ar ts) in association with The Follies Company. Kultour acknowledges the suppor t of Casula Powerhouse (Kultour Company Member). The Follies Company acknowledges the generous suppor t of The Ar ts Centre, Melbourne for the 2009 premiere season.


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Tue 5 Apr1.00pmArts Theatre $50.00 (concession apply)

Rub Aladdin’s magic lamp: Pfff! Queensland Symphony Orchestra’s magic carpet is about to whisk you away to exotic destinations, palm trees, harems, handsome sheiks and cruel sultans, with music that inspired composers from Chinese, Indian and Japanese society.

Be beguiled by the tantalising prospect of romance and adventure of this gorgeous program. From Rimsky-Korsakov’s musical evocation of the beautiful Scheherazade’s tales of 1,001 nights, to appearances by femmes fatales the Queen of Sheba and the sultry Thaïs, let QSO be your tour guide.

QUEENSLAND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

ORIENTAL FANTASIAINSPIRATIONS FROM THE EAST

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Sat 9 Apr7.30pmArts TheatreAdult $40.00Child $25.00Family (2A+2C) $112.00 (other concessions apply)

Australia’s own Cosentino presents his new show Distor tions, featuring up close, intimate magic mysteries and escapes. Watch as he leads you on a magical journey and distor ts your perception of reality. Let Cosentino’s incredible dexterity, featured acts of mentalism and intense

demonstrations astound you. Cosentino’s Distor tions will challenge your rationale as you witness f irst-hand staggering acts of mind and body manipulations while all captured live on screen.

Cosentino mirrors the legendary Harry Houdini.LA TIMES


COSENTINO - DISTORTIONS

Director/Creator CosentinoLighting Designer Stuart SinclairPhotography Piccoli Photography


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Wed 13 - Sat 16 Apr7.30pmThe Space$22.00 (concessions apply)

If you’ve endured restless nights and tor tured days wondering who really wrote Shakespeare’s plays (or even if you haven’t), then spend no more on sleeping tabs and valium!

The Gold Coast’s newly established Ensemble Theatre Group offers a pill-free, laughter-f illed antidote to your dilemma. Battering the Bard is an original analysis of the Code worthy of Dan Brown or Woody

Allen by writer/director Ron Finney.

Ensemble’s Creative Director Naomi Middlebrook has assembled a notable Gold Coast cast and crew including Pamela Sexton, John Arthars, Remi Broadway, Melissa Lyndon, Joel Beskin, Noel Thompson and Melissa Dorge.

BATTERING THE BARDSOLVING THE SHAKESPEARE CODE

Ensemble Theatre Group is suppor ted by the Fill This Space program, funded by Regional Stages.

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Fri 15 Apr11.00amParadise Showroom$15.00 (Groups 6+ $12.00, 6-Show Package $72.00)

Celebrate the life and songs of Doris Day with one of Australia’s most accomplished song stylists and pianists. Janet Seidel will take you on a trip down memory lane with songs like Secret Love, Pillow Talk, Somebody Loves Me and Que Sera Sera.


A MORNING WITH... JANET SEIDELDORIS & ME

A complimentary light morning tea will be served from 10.15am.

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Sat 30 April7.30pmArts Theatre$42.00 (concessions apply)

The ritual of the celebration of the new spring. A celebration of bir th and life. A time for song and dance.

Centred around beautifully-crafted dance ensembles and a fully choreographed lighting and stage display, Primavera Mia will transpor t audiences to the spring f iestas of Spain.

Since 1999, Australia’s only national f lamenco dance company,

Flamenco Fire, has been thrilling audiences with a heady mix of traditional and contemporary f lamenco dance, music and song.

A collaboration of Australia’s f inest f lamenco ar tists, the Flamenco Fire company reveals the f lamenco ar t form in all of its guises.

FLAMENCO FIRE – PRIMAVERA MIA


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The Arts Café is the perfect venue to have a meal, coffee or glass of wine before a f ilm or performance. Opening out onto a large deck, the Ar ts Café is ideal for indoor and outdoor dining.

CAFÉ KITCHEN Mon 9.00am - 7.00pm Mon 11.00am - 7.00pmTue 9.00am - 8.30pm Tue 11.00am - 7.00pm Wed 9.00am - 7.00pm Wed 11.00am - 7.00pm Thu 9.00am - 8.30pm Thu 11.00am - 7.00pm Fri 9.00am - 10.00pm Fri 11.00am - 9.00pm Sat 11.00am - 10.00pm Sat 11.00am - 9.00pm Sun 11.00am - 7.00pm Sun 11.00am - 7.00pm

NOTE Hours may be extended on selected performance nightsNOTE 15% Surcharge will apply on Public Holidays

Arts Café Phone 07 5581 6587www.thear tscentregc.com.au RTS CAFE

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PANORAMA SUITEOne of our most luxurious function rooms, the Panorama Suite caters for up to 70 people seated or 100 cocktail style, and opens onto a large balcony with sweeping views of the Surfers Paradise skyline.

PARADISE SHOWROOMThe Paradise Showroom opens onto a large terrace with views of Surfers Paradise skyline. It features a large 8m stage, state-of-the-ar t lighting and audio equipment and caters for up to 400 people banquet-style or 800 for a cocktail function.

LAKESIDE TERRACEThe Lakeside Terrace is ideal for weddings, par ties, corporate functions and conferences for up to 100 people.

ARTS THEATREIn all its grandeur, the Ar ts Theatre is one of the most intimate and spacious enter tainment arenas on the Gold Coast. With two levels of seating, including balcony views, each seat in this 1139 seat auditorium provides uninterrupted views of the stage.

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WEDDINGSWhether you’re planning an intimate ceremony or a grand affair, The Ar ts Centre Gold Coast is the perfect venue for your wedding. Set amongst the picturesque, landscaped gardens is the heritage-listed St Margaret’s Chapel - a popular choice for wedding ceremonies.

We also offer a range of stunning function rooms with views of the Surfers skyline, Evandale Lake or lush parklands, and can cater for up to 400 for a sit-down dinner. Our team of professionals is capable of creating your dream come true. Call our friendly staff to arrange an appointment today.

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CINEMA

With a unique blend of mainstream, ar t house and foreign f ilms, the Ar ts Cinema is the perfect venue for lovers of f ilm. Enjoy a meal, coffee or drink with a friend before the f ilm in our licensed Ar ts Café, or take your glass of wine or coffee into the cinema with you for a f irst class experience. Parking is free and so easy - there’s no need to f ight the shopping centre crowds.

Movie ClubIf you love movies, join the Ar ts Cinema’s Movie Club. For just $12.50, your membership includes one complimentary movie ticket, discounted movie tickets and other specials throughout the year. To join, visit our website or the Box Off ice.

Movie Review ClubJoin us every four th Wednesday of the month for an interactive discussion, at 10.30am in The Basement.


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Conviction (M)A working mother puts herself through law school to represent her brother who has been wrongfully convicted of murder. Starring Hilary Swank.

Tamara Drewe (M)A young newspaper writer returns to her hometown in the English countryside, where her childhood home is being prepped for sale.

Jane EyreThe classic story about the mousy governess who softens the hear t of her employer and discovers his terrible secret.

The Girl Who Kickedthe Hornet’s Nest (MA)The conclusion to the stunning Millennium series sees Lisbeth awaiting trial for three murders and Mikael trying to prove her innocence.

Rabbit Hole (M)Starring Nicole Kidman, Rabbit Hole is a hopeful, honest and unexpectedly witty por trait of a family recovering from a shocking, sudden loss.

This are just a few of the many upcoming releases – please keep an eye on our website for details or phone the Movie Hotline 5588 4008.www.thear tscentregc.com.au

2011 REGIONAL STAGES PROGRAMS

To continue our successful collaborations with local ar tists and companies, applications are now open for 2011 for music, dance and theatre projects.

Ar tist in ResidenceThe Ar ts Centre will produce a fully staged production in collaboration with the successful applicant. This three month residency includes marketing, technical, business and f inancial suppor t as wellas mentoring.

Ignition ProgramThe Arts Centre will suppor t a fully realised, staged, and rehearsed project with marketing, technical and mentoring. Additional development funding is available to assist with creative exper tise.

Fill This SpaceThe Ar ts Centre will provide designated in-kind suppor t for marketing, venue hire, and technical. Successful applicants will be given the oppor tunity to rehearse and perform rehearsed works in The Space.

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For application information please refer to our website or contact:Brad Rush Creative Producer

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Sat 16 - Wed 20 Apr9.00am - 5.00pmThe Space

5581 6536buenen@thear tscentregc.com.au

This residency is an outstanding opportunity for young Gold Coast theatre enthusiasts aged 7 to 12 yrs.

Learn vital performance skills from Queensland’s leading theatre company experts in this f ive day program. Content areas include voice, comic characterisation and dramatic acting.

Participants will explore and develop a range of performance skills, and have the opportunity to polish a performance excerpt with a professional artist and present it in performance.


QUEENSLAND THEATRE COMPANY’SJUNIOR ARTIST RESIDENCY PROGRAM

For enquiries contact: Vicki Buenen Production Coordinator

The Fine Art of Giving

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A circle of enthusiastic arts lovers awaits the pleasure of your company!

Welcome to The Ar ts Centre Gold Coast’s Benefactor Program -The Fine Ar t of Giving.

You are invited to play a leading role in building and enriching the cultural life on the Gold Coast and help deliver outstanding performing and visual ar ts now and in the future.

As a valued Benefactor you will receive tax deductions, public recognition, exclusive invitations, regular newsletters and oppor tunities to network with like-minded people, who like you, believe that the ar ts give our community vitality and enrich our lives.

Your donation will help us foster talented young performers and ar tists, provide incentives for local ar tists by offering renowned ar t prizes, inspire young people to par ticipate in musical performances, purchase impor tant pieces of visual ar t and suppor t the development of cultural facilities for future generations.


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AN INVITATION TO TAKE YOUR SEAT PLEASE...

Become a Benefactor of The Gold Coast Arts Centre and join a select group of people who enjoy recognition, special privileges and invitations to exclusive events. Tax-deductible Benefactor gifts and start at $1,000 per annum and can be spread over 12 months.

Here is a taste of exclusive Benefactor previews coming up in early 2011:

· Tue 11 Jan - Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Summer School preview· Fri 28 Jan - 2011 Subscription Season launch· Mon 7 Feb - Preview of Carbon Dating by Mercury’s Wings Theatre Company· Thu 17 Mar - Preview of Artist in Residence, Zealous Choreography’s, production dance piece Blood, Sweat and Dance· Tue 12 Apr - Preview of Battering The Bard by Ensemble Theatre Group

For more information and to download a Benefactor Donation Form, please go to: www.theartscentregc.com.au/pages/support-us


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BRAVO! TO OUR BENEFACTORS.

Thanks to the generosity of The Friends of The Ar ts Centre, Benefactors and Summer School Appeal donors, this year’s Summer School, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast (12 - 16 Jan), is going to be the best ever!

Special grants covering tuition fees were offered for the f irst time in 2010 to 13 students from different linguistic backgrounds, with special needs or those who would not otherwise be able to par ticipate for f inancial reasons.

A series of professional development workshops, suppor ted by The Friends, gave the young cast invaluable industry knowledge. Students were inspired by workshops with Patrice Tipoki (Elphaba from Wicked), Queensland Theatre Company and Zealous Choreography.

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Life Benefactors• Mr Patrick Corrigan AM and Mrs Barbara Corrigan• Mrs Win Schubert on behalf of The Josephine Ulrick and Win Schubert Foundation for the Arts

Platinum Benefactors• Jock & Beverly McIlwain Gold Benefactors• John & Susan Barr• Sirromet Wines Pty Ltd

Silver Benefactors• BBC Digital• Roma Blair• Lucy Cole Prestige Proper ties• Tony & Muriel Hancock• John & Alison Kearney• Anna-Lisa Klettenberg• Alan & Barbara Midwood• The Pember ton Family• Peter & Wendy Spencer• Vision Group• Ar thur Waring• Roger T. Welch

Bronze Benefactors• Philip Bacon• Elaine Bermingham• The Corrigan Family• Tony & Geraldine Coyne• Bruce & Bennie Johnston• Lyn and Gerry Keogh• Massage Schools of Queensland• Michael & Jennifer Pinter• John & Renee Punch• Christene Pye• John & Julie Romanin• Barry & Maureen Stevenson• Howard & Kathryn Stewart

Special Acknowledgement• Friends of The Arts Centre Gold Coast• The Australian Decorative and Fine Arts Society, Gold Coast Inc.• Gold Coast Eisteddfod

The Board and Management of The Arts Centre sincerely thank our family of Benefactors for their generosity and support in helping us develop artistic vibrancy and a secure future for the arts on the Gold Coast.

For fur ther information, please contact: Kathy Knott


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www.thear tscentregc.com.au

www.friendsofthear tscentre.com.au

The Friends is a not-for-prof it organisation of nearly 2000 members, providing suppor t to The Ar ts Centre Gold Coast, and to individuals seeking to pursue a career in the Ar ts.

The Friends are a major suppor ter of the Summer School having donated $100,000 over the last 10 years, and also awarded scholarships to a number of local young people. They have regular social activities for members who also enjoy discounts at The Ar ts Centre.

By becoming a member of the Friends you can help them to continue their work in promoting the ar ts on the Gold Coast.

FRIENDS OF THE ARTS CENTRE GOLD COAST

A healthy and vibrant ar ts community on the Gold Coast is a key commitment of The Ar ts Centre and Gold Coast City Council.

The team behind The Ar ts Centre is responsible for ensuring that audiences have access to outstanding ar tistic experiences, ar tists have meaningful development oppor tunities and that the community has access to quality cultural facilities.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

BOARD MEMBERS

Chairman Kerry WatsonDeputy Chair Richard MunroDirector Patrick Corrigan AM Director Judith Ferber Director Alan HayesDirector Christine LohmanDirector Naomi Middlebrook

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Become an Ar ts Centre volunteer!Bring your talents to the enticing world of the ar ts and reap all the rewards The Ar ts Centre Gold Coast has to offer.

WHAT IS IT?The Ar ts Centre Volunteer Program is the easiest way to become an Ar ts Centre team member. Whether you’d like to usher, assist with marketing or immerse yourself in the f ine ar ts, we cherish your exper tise and want you to make our Centre your Centre.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?In return for your valuable time, you could be rewarded with movie passes, theatre tickets, invitations to exclusive events and more. You’ll meet new people, enjoy new experiences and gain insight into how The Ar ts Centre operates ‘behind the scenes.’

With two cinemas, two ar t galleries, two theatres, several functions rooms and a cafe, there are so many oppor tunities to share your knowledge and time for the benef it of the ar ts community.

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HOW TO BECOME AN ARTS CENTRE VOLUNTEER Come along to one of our information and registration sessions and meet our team over a light morning tea. The program leaders will explain how you can play a critical role in delivering the ar ts to the Coast.

The next session is never far away so please call the Box Off ice on 5588 4000 to book your place. Get ready to join The Ar ts Centre Gold Coast’s dynamic, diverse and passionate team.

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BUS Surfside Buslines operates three bus routes that travel to, or near, The Ar ts Centre Gold Coast, including the Route 738, Route 21 and Route 5. To plan your journey, visit www.translink.com.au.

TAXI A designated set-down and pick-up area is located out the front of The Ar ts Centre Gold Coast. To book a taxi, phone 131 008 or visit www.gccabs.com.au.

CAR Patron parking, including wheelchair accessible parking, is located out the front of The Ar ts Centre building. We recommend you arrive one hour before a performance as parking is limited. Overf low parking is also available in the staff car park after 2.30pm to cater for demand during popular evening performances.

PATRONS WITH INDIVIDUAL NEEDS The Ar ts Centre Gold Coast is committed to providing access to the performing ar ts for visitors with special needs. If you require any mobility assistance, please call the Box Off ice on 5588 4000 to book your tickets, and notify the staff at this time. We will then arrange for Front of House staff to assist you when you arrive at the theatre.

WHEELCHAIR The Ar ts Theatre and cinema are both wheelchair accessible. If you require wheelchair access and seating at the Ar ts Theatre, please notify Box Off ice when you book your tickets. We don’t require advance notice for wheelchair access to the cinema.

Wheelchairs are available for patron use but must be booked ahead of time with Box Off ice by phoning 5588 4000.


CORPORATE PARTNERS

ACCOMMODATION PARTNER

As par t of The Ar ts Centre’s char ter to reinvigorate the Gold Coast with ar t and culture options, the Centre requires the suppor t of the Gold Coast’s commercial community. The Ar ts Centre Gold Coast actively encourages the intersection of community cultural needs and business strategies through sponsorships and par tnerships. We strive to develop a unique and enduring par tnership with our corporate suppor ters and deliver measurable results on investment.

The corporate community plays a crucial role in expanding the reach and scope of our programming and exhibitions and the development of accessibility to all Gold Coast community members.

If you would like to see your name here and be an integral par t of growing the ar ts on the Gold Coast, whilst delivering tangible benef its to your clients, staff and other stakeholders, please request a prospectus by phoning 07 5581 6500 or email marketing@thear tscentregc.com.au.

We look forward to welcoming you.

BOOKINGS

ONLINE www.thear tscentregc.com.au

PHONE BOX OFFICE07 5588 4000

LOCATION The Ar ts Centre Gold Coast Box Off ice135 Bundall Rd Surfers Paradise 4217

OPEN Box Off ice HoursMon - Fri 8.00am - 9.00pm Sat 9.00am - 9.00pmSun 11.00am - 7.00pm

Gallery HoursMon - Fri 10.00am - 5.00pm Sat/Sun 11.00am - 5.00pm

BOOKING FEES Booking fees apply to phone and internet bookings

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Proudly suppor ted by the Gold Coast City Council

The information in this brochure is correct at December 2010.

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The Arts Centre Gold Coast

A 135 Bundall RdSurfers Paradise

QLD 4217 Australia

P 07 5581 6500E [email protected] www.theartscentregc.com.au

Proudly supported by the Gold Coast City Council

FEBRUARY - APRIL

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