Community Theatre Forum

Title: The Musical Theatre Choir

Presented By: KBE Events in partnership with Paterson Productions

Genre: Musical Theatre Workshop

About:

Join Theatre Chorus, where passionate performers come together to celebrate the magic of musical theatre! Whether you're a seasoned singer or new to the stage, this session is designed for you to enjoy singing iconic show tunes, learning harmonies, and performing within a supportive and vibrant community.

NEXT SESSION DETAILS:

Date: Tuesday, November 5, 2024

Time: 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Location and Address: St Paul's Anglican Church, 554 Vulture Street E, East Brisbane, QLD

Cost: $15

Register Now: Register here

More Information: Event Details

Title: A Night with Honeymoon in Vegas

Presented By: Gold Coast Little Theatre (GCLT)

Genre: Musical Preview

About: Join us for a special evening filled with vibrant Las Vegas songs and captivating music from Jason Robert Brown. Presented by the talented ensemble of Honeymoon in Vegas, this event offers a unique opportunity to delve into this exciting musical theatre experience. Attendees will enjoy a sneak peek of the upcoming Queensland Premiere Production of Honeymoon in Vegas, followed by a chance to mingle with the cast at the bar after the preview.

Performance Date: Saturday, 19th October 2024

Performance Time: 7:00 PM

Location: Gold Coast Little Theatre (GCLT), 21A Scarborough St, Southport QLD

Entry Costs:

• $5.00

• Free Entry for Members

Production Website: GCLT

Title: Brisbane Musical Theatre Workshop

Presented By: Griffith University Queensland Academy of Excellence in Musical Theatre

Genre: Musical Theatre Workshop

About: Join us for three days of musical theatre fun and learning! The Brisbane Musical Theatre Workshop, held at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre, offers participants the opportunity to improve their technical skills in acting, singing, and dancing while gaining valuable insight into the audition process for the QAEMT Bachelor of Musical Theatre program. Participants will be workshopped on a musical theatre audition song and receive expert training across various aspects of musical theatre. The workshop culminates in a showing for family and friends, followed by a Q&A session with staff to discuss training pathways and industry expectations.

WORKSHOP DETAILS:

• Dates: Friday 11 to Sunday 13 October 2024

• Workshop Times:

  • Friday 11 October: 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

  • Saturday 12 October: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

  • Sunday 13 October: 8:30 am – 1:00 pm (Final showing and Q&A at 11:00 am)

• Location and Address: Queensland Performing Arts Centre, Corner Grey and Melbourne Streets, South Brisbane, QLD 4101

• Ages:

  • Junior Workshop: Grades 8 – 10

  • Senior Workshop: Grades 11 – 12, and recent graduates (maximum age of 19 as of 1 January 2024)

• Cost: $295 per participant

• What to Wear: Comfortable clothes suitable for movement (activewear recommended). Bring jazz shoes if you have them, along with a spare shirt for after dance sessions.

• What to Bring: Water, snacks, lunch (for the long day), and a towel. Participants must also bring two printed copies of sheet music (marked up for the accompanist and singing teacher) for two x 2-minute cuts of musical theatre songs. It is recommended that sheet music be presented in a display folder or taped together for ease of use.

• Performance: Sunday 13 October, 11:00 am. Friends and family are invited to watch a short performance and participate in a Q&A session with the workshop staff.

Enrolment:

• Step 1: Pay the fee via GriffithPay for your preferred workshop.

• Step 2: Complete the enrolment form.

• No audition is required—entry is open to anyone eager to build their musical theatre skills!

Production Website: Brisbane Musical Theatre Workshop Website

Title: 13 JR

Presented By: Second Star Youth Theatre

Genre: Musical Theatre

Synopsis: With an unforgettable rock score from Tony Award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown (Parade, The Last Five Years), 13 JR is a musical about fitting in and standing out. Evan Goldman, just months away from his Bar Mitzvah, is uprooted from New York City to a small town in Indiana following his parents' divorce. In his quest to navigate middle school and make his Bar Mitzvah a success, Evan must figure out where he fits in the social hierarchy, making friends and learning valuable life lessons along the way.

Performance Dates: Saturday 28 September 2024

Performance Times:

• 3:00 pm

• 6:00 pm

Performance Location and Address: Faith Works Uniting Church, 177 Bennetts Road, Norman Park, QLD 4170

Requirements:

• Registrations after 26 August 2024 do not require an audition and will automatically secure a place in the ensemble.

• Workshop Registration: Register Here

  
  

• Rehearsal Dates: Monday 23 to Friday 27 September 2024

  
  

• Rehearsal Times: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

• Rehearsal Location and Address: Faith Works Uniting Church, 177 Bennetts Road, Norman Park

• Participation Fee: $280 per participant (includes GST). Fee includes rights, royalties, creative and technical professionals, venue hire, sets, props, costumes, marketing, audition workshop, script, production t-shirt, dinner on performance day, and full week of tuition.

  
  

• Required Age:10-18 years

Production Website: Second Star Youth Theatre Website

Tickets to Performances: Available at Trybooking

Inclusive School Holiday Workshops - Speak Up Studios

Speak Up Studio’s school holiday workshops offer a fun, creative space where kids can make friends, express themselves, and develop self-confidence and communication skills. With a focus on drama, musical theatre, acting, and craft, these workshops provide an exciting opportunity for young minds to engage and grow creatively.If you're unsure which workshop to choose, give us a call on 07 3367 8572 for recommendations!

Enrol Now: Speak Up Studio Holiday Workshops

Upcoming One-Day Workshops

Trick or Treat

• Ages: Prep – Grade 2

• About: Dive into all things spooky! Craft your own trick-or-treat baskets, dress up as ghosts and ghouls, and put on a spook-tacular performance.

• Date: Monday 16th September

• Cost: $88

Barbieland

• Ages: Prep – Grade 2

• About: Inspired by the new Barbie movie, this workshop lets kids create their own "Barbie adventure". Choose a profession, craft your story, and bring it to life.

• Date: Tuesday 17th September

• Cost: $88

Wednesday’s Haunted High School

• Ages: Grade 3 – 6

• About: Inspired by The Addams Family, students will write their own ghostly tale and perform a spooky play.

• Date: Monday 16th September

• Cost: $99

Camp Half-Blood

• Ages: Grade 3 – 6

• About: Step into the world of Percy Jackson as a demi-god at Camp Half-Blood. Embark on a heroic quest and create an epic performance.

• Date: Tuesday 17th September

• Cost: $99

Upcoming Three and Five-Day Workshops

Bin Chicken Dinner

• Ages: Grades 1 – 6

• About: Inspired by Winner Winner Bin Chicken Dinner, join the Ibis on a hilarious hunt for food in this creative theatre workshop.

• Date: 18th – 20th September

• Cost: $385

• Location: Spring Hill, Sherwood, and Red Hill Studios

Once Upon a Time

• Ages: Grades 3 – 12

• About: Inspired by Into the Woods, this workshop brings together classic fairytale characters with an enchanting score and touching storyline.

• Date: 23rd – 27th September

• Cost: $660

• Location: Spring Hill Studio

Stagestruck Workshops: Wicked

• Ages: Grades 3 – 12

• About: These workshops offer an exciting opportunity to unpack, rehearse, and perform key scenes from the show Wicked.

• Date: 18th – 20th September

• Location: Spring Hill Studio

• Cost: 520