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< Back THEATRE: Radio Variety Hour - The Dire Theatre Company 2 Aug 2024 Season: August 2nd - 4th, 2024 Title: The Dire Theatre Company Radio Variety Hour Presented By: The Dire Theatre Company Genre: Theatre Synopsis: "The Dire Theatre Company Radio Variety Hour" transports audiences to the golden age of radio drama, presenting three different shows over three nights. Donning blindfolds, audiences will be immersed in a production filled with roaming speakers and traditional sound effects. Follow the staff of an old radio station as they produce beloved dramas like "Dracula" and "War of the Worlds," all while uncovering the eerie mysteries of their own circumstances. Performance Dates: Friday, 2nd August 2024, 8:00 PM Saturday, 3rd August 2024, 8:00 PM Sunday, 4th August 2024, 7:00 PM Performance Location and Address: The Paint Factory, 115 Hyde Rd, Yeronga QLD Ticket Costs: Concession: $25.00 Standard: $30.00 Ticket Link: The Dire Theatre Company Radio Variety Hour Tickets Recommended Age: M (Mature Audiences) Duration: 60 minutes Previous Next

< Back MUSICAL: Motherhood the Musical - BENT Productions 2 Aug 2024 Season: August 2nd - 10th, 2024 Title: Motherhood the Musical Presented By: BENT Productions Genre: Musical Comedy Synopsis: Motherhood the Musical is a heartfelt and humorous look at the realities of motherhood. The story unfolds at a baby shower where four women share their personal experiences, challenges, and joys of being mothers. The characters include Amy, an expectant first-time mum; Brooke, a dedicated lawyer; Barb, a frazzled mum of five; and Tina, a single mum juggling work, family, and divorce. This musical is a celebration of the strength, friendship, and perseverance that comes with motherhood. Written By: Sue Fabisch Performance Dates and Locations: The Gap State High School Auditorium: Dates: Friday, 2 August 2024 - Saturday, 3 August 2024 Address: 1020 Waterworks Rd, The Gap QLD 4061 Holy Trinity Church Hall: Dates: Friday, 9 August 2024 - Saturday, 10 August 2024 Address: 141 Brookes St, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006 Ticket Costs: Adult: $45 Concession: $40 Group (10+): $40 each Ticket Link: Book Here for The Gap State High School Auditorium Book Here for Holy Trinity Church Hall Warnings: Contains themes and language suitable for mature audiences. Recommended Age: 15+ years Cast: Laura Fois Ashley McArthur Polly Fraser Wolstenholme Claire Horrocks Previous Next

< Back CHILDREN'S THEATRE: Finding Nemo Jr. - NY Dance 4 Aug 2024 Season: August 4th, 2024 Title: Disney’s Finding Nemo JR. Presented By: NY Dance Genre: Family Musical Theatre Event Date and Time: Sunday, 4 August 2024 12:30 PM 3:00 PM Event Location: George Hogg Auditorium Cnr Limestone & Nicholas Streets, Ipswich Ticket Prices: Adult Ticket: $36.50 Concession Ticket: $31.50 Student Ticket: $31.50 Child Ticket (12 years and under): $25.00 Children 2 & under: Free (Must Sit on a Lap) Duration: 1 hour (No interval) Ticket Purchase: Buy Now Event Description: NY Dance proudly presents Disney’s Finding Nemo JR., a vibrant musical adaptation of the beloved animated film. The story follows Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, and his son Nemo, who longs for adventure beyond their anemone home. When Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney, Marlin embarks on an epic journey across the ocean, facing his fears with the help of optimistic Dory, laid-back sea turtle Crush, and the supportive Tank Gang. Featuring memorable songs such as “Just Keep Swimming,” “Fish Are Friends Not Food,” and “Go With the Flow,” the show promises a heartwarming and exciting underwater adventure filled with themes of family, friendship, and self-discovery. Additional Information: Wheelchair & Special Needs Bookings: Please call 3810 6100 WARNING: No Photography, Flash Photography, or Video allowed. Contact Information: For further details, visit the Ipswich Civic Centre Box Office . Previous Next

< Back THEATRE: Suspended in the Split Second - Screech Arts 2 Aug 2024 Season: August 2nd - 4th, 2024 Title : Suspended in the Split Second Presented By: Screech Arts Genre: Physical Theatre, Dance, Poetry Synopsis: Screech Arts Actors Ensemble returns for the 2024 Anywhere Festival with their newest physical theatre piece, Suspended in the Split Second, supported by the Dance Troupe. This thought-provoking performance dives into the exploration of fear, guiding the audience through a relatable and confronting journey. Drawing from personal experiences, the performers will explore the creation of fear, its various forms, and the impact of trauma, triggers, and reactions. The performance conveys the message that with connection and support, we can face our fears together. Performance Dates & Times: Friday, 2 August 2024: 6:30 PM (Evening performance) Saturday, 3 August 2024: 6:30 PM (Evening performance) Sunday, 4 August 2024: 3:30 PM (Matinee performance) Performance Location and Address: Studio1 – The Workroom, 190 Station Rd, Yeerongpilly QLD Ticket Costs: $25.00 Ticket Link: Get Tickets Here Warnings: Coarse or crude language Includes subject triggers Recommended Age: Suitable for audiences aged 15 and above Duration: 60 minutes Cast: Dale Gonelli Danielle Stewart Dylan Geary Michael Doust Mathew Burr Matt Taylor-Uhlmann Miranda Sherman Mags Doherty Danielle Carty Production Website: Screech Arts Other Information: Doors open 30 minutes before the show. General admission seating available (black fold-out chairs). Wheelchair accessible No/Low scent space: Please refrain from using strongly scented perfume or deodorant. Parking: Plenty of parking space available directly outside Studio1, across the road in the car park, free street parking, or in the large gravel car park beside the gym. Limited accessibility parking spots available (please notify in advance if needed). Previous Next

< Back THEATRE: Hysterical - Oh, Artemis! Theatre Collective 4 Aug 2024 Season: August 4th, 2024 Title : Hysterical Presented By: Oh, Artemis! Theatre Collective Genre: Theatre Synopsis: Three journals. Three women. Three stories unfold. Bossy. Nag. Lazy. Quitter. Hysterical. High-maintenance. Too much. Hysterical follows the stories of three women at key moments in their lives and explores how the labels painted on us (and those we paint on ourselves) shape our actions, decisions, and the people we become. Inspired by real journal entries, the performers navigate the labyrinth of challenges women face in a world not built by or for them. From the absurd and comedic to the tender and raw, this is a show for anyone who has ever felt the weight of a label dragging them down. Following sell-out shows in 2023 and a successful run at the New Zealand Improv Festival, Hysterical features some of Meanjin’s most talented improvisers. Performance Date & Time: Sunday, 4 August 2024 at 7:30 PM Location: The Paint Factory, 115 Hyde Rd, Yeronga, QLD Ticket Costs: $30.00 Ticket Link: Get Tickets Here Additional Information: Arrival: Please arrive between 7 – 7:15 PM to get a drink from the Paint Factory bar and make your way to the Manufacturing Room. The show will start promptly at 7:30 PM. Post-show Celebrations: Join us for festival celebrations after the show. Journal Submission: Female & non-binary identifying audience members are invited to submit a journal entry for the performers to be inspired by. Content Warning: The feminism that informs this show is a wholeheartedly inclusive one. As this show is improvised, we cannot guarantee the presence or absence of specific content or themes beyond what is described above. The show may contain mature themes and language, but not gratuitously. The show may contain a small amount of voluntary audience interaction. Duration: 60 minutes Previous Next

< Back THEATRE: Beenleigh Festival of One Act Plays 2024 - Beenleigh Theatre Group 1 Aug 2024 Season: August 1st - 4th, 2024 Title : Beenleigh Festival of One Act Plays 2024 Presented By: Beenleigh Theatre Group Genre : One-Act Plays Performance Dates : Thursday, 1 August 2024 - Sunday, 4 August 2024 Session Times: Thursday 1 August: 7:00 PM Friday 2 August: 7:00 PM Saturday 3 August: 9:00 AM, 2:00 PM, 7:00 PM Sunday 4 August: 9:00 AM, 2:00 PM, 6:00 PM (Presentations) Location : Crete Street Theatre, Crete Street, Beenleigh QLD 4207 Ticket Costs : Adult: $15 Child (Under 16)/Concession: $10 Presentation Session: Free Please note: Tickets must be purchased for EACH session you wish to attend. Festival Pass: $30 (covers all sessions) Available at the Box Office or by contacting info@beenleightheatregroup.com Ticket Link: Beenleigh Festival of One Act Plays 2024 Tickets Duration: Each session is approximately 3 hours long except for the presentations which will run for around 1 hour. Previous Next

< Back THEATRE: Fourteen - Shake & Stir Theatre Co. at HOTA 2 Aug 2024 Season: August 2nd, 2024 Title: Fourteen Presented By: Shake & Stir Theatre Co. Dates : Friday, 2 August 2024 Times : 11:00 AM 7:30 PM (Auslan Interpreted) Location : Theatre 1, HOTA (Home of the Arts), 135 Bundall Rd, Surfers Paradise Age Recommendation: 14+ Warnings : Performance contains haze effects, adult themes, and coarse language. Duration : 1 hour 40 minutes Tickets : Adult: $48 Child: $26 Seniors/Pensioner: $42 Student: $26 HOTA Artist & Teachers Pass Holders: $36 HOTA Member: $41 Student Groups (6+): $21 Booking Information: Website: HOTA - Fourteen Tickets: Purchase Here Box Office: (07) 5588 4000 Email: boxoffice@hota.com.au Synopsis: The year is 1999, and Shannon Molloy, a year 9 student at an all-boys rugby-mad Catholic school in regional Queensland, has a secret: Shannon is gay. Based on the best-selling memoir by award-winning journalist Shannon Molloy, Fourteen tells the inspirational true story of growing up gay in central Queensland. This theatrical adaptation by Shake & Stir Theatre Co takes the audience through a journey of self-discovery, torment, bullying, and betrayal, not only by peers but also by the adults meant to protect him. Despite the adversity, Shannon's story is one of resilience, hope, and humour, thanks to his close-knit group of friends, a fiercely protective family, and an extraordinary mother. Set to nostalgic 90s hits from artists like Shania Twain and The Spice Girls, Fourteen is a blend of honesty, humour, and heart that tackles serious themes with sensitivity and depth. Previous Next

< Back MUSICAL: Company - Phoenix Ensemble 2 Aug 2024 Season: August 2nd - 23rd, 2024 Title : Company Presented By: Phoenix Ensemble Genre : Musical Theatre Synopsis : On his 35th birthday, confirmed bachelor Robert reflects on his unmarried life. Throughout a series of dinners, drinks, and a wedding, his married friends explain the highs and lows of matrimony. These interactions force Robert to reconsider his adamant bachelorhood stance during an array of hilarious and touching moments. Company features an energetic score with many of Stephen Sondheim's best-known songs. The piece’s strength lies in its vivid, real characters, making it effective with minimal technical aspects. Performance Dates & Times: Opening Night: Friday, 2 August 2024 | 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM Saturday, 3 August 2024: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM Saturday, 3 August 2024: 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM Friday, 9 August 2024: 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM Saturday, 10 August 2024: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM Saturday, 10 August 2024: 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM Friday, 16 August 2024: 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM Saturday, 17 August 2024: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM Saturday, 17 August 2024: 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM Closing Night: Friday, 23 August 2024 | 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM Location : Pavilion Theatre Beenleigh ShowgroundsJames Street, Beenleigh QLD Ticket Costs: Price Range: $33.00 - $49.00 Booking Link: TryBooking - Company by Phoenix Ensemble Cast: Robert: Cameron Rollo April: Sarah Engelsmann Kathy: Ruby Thompson Marta: Samantha Paterson Sarah: Genevieve Tree Harry: Dugald Lowis Susan: Clare Thomson Peter: Andrew Cockroft-Penman Jenny: Constanza Acevedo Burckhardt David: Christopher Batkin Amy: Stephanie Collins Paul: Tim Nielson Joanne: Meg Kiddle Larry: Andrew Dark Creative Team: Director: Tammy Sarah Linde Assistant Director: Luke O’Hagan Musical Director: Jacqueline Atherton Choreographer: Bec Swain Previous Next

< Back THEATRE: Blow the Men Down - Flaming Carnations 2 Aug 2024 Season: August 2nd - 4th, 2024 Title : Blow The Men Down Presented By: Flaming Carnations Genre: Comedy, Theatre Synopsis: Captain Marco Polo has had enough of women polluting the manly brand of piracy with all their womanly nonsense! So, he’s taking matters into his own hands and ridding the seas of their feminine nonsense. To do so, he’ll need his rugged crew, who are all definitely, completely, surely, unequivocally, men. His plans, however, are waylaid by the discovery that there may, to his utter terror, be one of these meddlesome women aboard his ship. Blow The Men Down is a comedic tale of cross-dressing, chaos, piracy, and ploys that’ll make you laugh so hard you’ll feel seasick! Performance Dates & Times: Friday, 2 August 2024 at 7:00 PM Saturday, 3 August 2024 at 7:00 PM Sunday, 4 August 2024 at 2:00 PM Location: The Paint Factory - Filling Warehouse, 115 Hyde Road, Yeronga, QLD Ticket Costs: Standard: $30.00 Concession: $25.00 Ticket Link: Get Tickets Here Cast: Phil Din: Ben Kasper Muz: Jiordie Lobwein Devan Lee-Aman: Libbie Elliot Haynes Amanda: Amyelle Pilgrim Guy O'Viously: Ashleigh Horsfield Dick Dodger: Bridie Middleton Robin Heartz: Alex Thompson Marco Polo: Dean Noffke Hugh Daman: Ella Bromback Creative Team: Written and Directed by: Julia Cox Duration: 75 minutes Rating : M (Mature audiences) Previous Next

< Back CABARET: 2004 Slumber Party - Glitter Martini 3 Aug 2024 Season: August 3rd, 2024 Title: 2004 Slumber Party Presented By: Glitter Martini Genre: Cabaret, Circus Synopsis: "2004 Slumber Party" is a throwback celebration of girlhood through circus and variety acts. Travel back to 2004 and relive the nostalgia of Neopets, Tamagotchis, and iconic pop culture. Set in your middle school best friend’s bedroom adorned with Britney, Beyonce, and Kylie posters, this show invites you to make friendship bracelets, share secrets, and enjoy sweet treats. With performances set to the iconic tracks of the early 2000s, Glitter Martini creates a whimsical and entertaining experience. Performance Dates: Saturday, 3rd August 2024, 5:30 PM Performance Location and Address: VENTspace, 23 Glenelg Street, South Brisbane Ticket Costs: $40.00 Ticket Link: 2004 Slumber Party Tickets Recommended Age: M (Mature Audiences) Duration: 55 minutes Other Information: Venue Information: The VENTspace bar opens 30 minutes prior to showtime. On-site parking is strictly for resident artists, with street parking and parking at the nearby Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre available for attendees. Pre-show: Arrive when the doors open for a drink at the VENTspace bar. Your ticket includes Scoubidou supplies and popcorn. Previous Next

< Back THEATRE: Assembly Showcase - La Boite Theatre 2 Aug 2024 Season: August 2nd - 3rd, 2024 Title : Assembly Showcase Presented By: La Boite Theatre Genre : Short-Form Works About: Celebrating its sixth year, The Assembly Showcase returns this August with performances of short works by 27 emerging Queensland artists. Over an intensive 10-week program, nine writers, nine directors, and nine actors have been mentored by industry professionals and ventured into the art of collaboration. The result? Nine fresh and dynamic short-form works, brought to life through a series of exciting new partnerships. Be the first to experience this showcase of their creativity and innovation! Performance Dates and Times: Friday 2 August 2024: 7:00 PM Saturday 3 August 2024: 7:00 PM Location: La Boite, Roundhouse Theatre, 6 Musk Ave, Kelvin Grove QLD Ticket Price: $20.00 Ticket Link : Buy Tickets Creatives: Facilitator: Jess Bunz Facilitator & Writing Mentor: Steve Pirie Directing Mentor: Bridge Boyle Acting Mentor: Louise Brehmer Dramaturg: Alex Macdonald Writers: Annabel Gilbert Olivia Brand Sophia Davidson Gluyas Harrison Mills Keng Tan Kian Dillon Grace Wilson Sophie Wickes Directors : Martelle Simon-Green Maddie Stephens Jake Goodall El Waddingham Kathryn Collins Shaun Casey Alexandra Veleva Winnie Sempio Ellie Woods Actors: Luca Klarwein Axielle Doddridge Charles Griffin Henry Solomon Rachael Gorham Grace Lofting Bar Silberstein Sinead Carey Ruby Gudenswager Duration: 90 minutes (no interval) Content Advisories: Contains coarse language, adult themes, and references to violence and death/grief (including taxidermy). Notes: Unwaged Artist Tickets: If you are an unwaged artist or struggling financially, a limited number of complimentary tickets are available. Limit 1 ticket per person, available until allocation is exhausted. Previous Next

< Back THEATRE: Clancestry Creatives - QPAC, SOLCHLD, Alinta McGrady 1 Aug 2024 Season: August 1st - 2nd, 2024 Title : Clancestry Creatives Presented By: Clancestry 2024 and QPAC Genre: Creative Development, Theatre, Music Synopsis: QPAC proudly supports creative development opportunities for First Nations artists and creatives to explore new ideas and challenge forms of expression. During Clancestry, two works will be showcased: Eat Slay Zombie by Alinta McGrady and Growing Back by SOLCHLD. These creative developments will culminate in a live reading for Eat Slay Zombie and a performance of the developing work Growing Back. These events are open to the public and invited guests. Performance Dates & Times: Growing Back by SOLCHLD: Thursday, 1 August 2024 at 5:00 PM Eat Slay Zombie by Alinta McGrady: Friday, 2 August 2024 at 4:30 PM Location: Cremorne Theatre, QPAC, Brisbane, QLD Ticket Costs: Free (but capacity is limited) Ticket Link: Get Tickets Here Additional Information: Tickets: Limited to two per event per transaction. Warnings: Performances may contain images and voices of deceased persons for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Post-show: Engage in post-show discussions and celebrations as part of the Clancestry 2024 festival. Growing Back by SOLCHLD: About: SOLCHLD (Aurora Liddle-Christie) invites you into her garden of truth with Growing Back, a night of poetic prose and soulful tunes that speak to the regenerative power of nature. This performance is a heartening and cathartic mix of music, movement, and poetry. Duration: 1 hour (no interval, subject to change) Eat Slay Zombie by Alinta McGrady: About: Eat Slay Zombie is a horror/comedy about colonisation, friendship, and state occupation set in a world where the zombie apocalypse has finally happened, and TikTok is the sole form of communication. Join Sheree and Tash as they navigate this new world in a bowling alley. Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes (no interval, subject to change) Previous Next