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< Back MUSICAL: Stories from Australian Musical Theatre - Queensland College of Dance 18 July 2024 Season: July 18th - 20th, 2024 Title : AUSTRALIAN MADE: Stories from Australian Musical Theatre Presented By: Queensland College of Dance Genre: Musical Theatre Showcase Synopsis: Australian Made: Stories from Australian Musical Theatre celebrates the richness of Australian musical theatre with a curated selection of songs and scenes from the repertoire of renowned Australian creators like Tim Minchin, Eddie Perfect, and Peter Allen. Directed by Tim Hill, with musical direction by Jacqui Devereux and choreography by Tess Hill, this performance showcases the talents of Queensland College of Dance's Diploma and Advanced Diploma students. From heartfelt ballads to lively ensemble numbers, immerse yourself in the creativity and passion that defines Australian storytelling through musical theatre. Performance Dates: 18 - 20 July 2024 Performance Times: Thursday 18 July 2024, 7:30pm Friday 19 July 2024, 7:30pm Saturday 20 July 2024, 4:00pm Saturday 20 July 2024, 7:30pm Performance Location and Address: New Benner Theatre, Metro Arts, Brisbane, QLD Ticket Costs: General Admission: $45.00 Concession: $39.00 Groups 6+: $39.00 per ticket (for bookings of 6 or more) Ticket Link: Book Tickets Warnings: Adult Themes Coarse Language Recommended Age: Ages 13+ Duration: Approximately 75 minutes. No interval. Director: Tim Hill Musical Director: Jacqui Devereux Choreographer: Tess Hill Previous Next

< Back CHILDREN'S THEATRE: Creative Generation - State Schools Onstage 18 July 2024 Season: July 18th - 20th, 2024 Title: Creative Generation—State Schools Onstage Presented By: Department of Education Genre: Youth Performing Arts Synopsis: Creative Generation—State Schools Onstage (CGEN) continues to provide students, teachers, and school communities with the opportunity to be involved in a professionally produced, award-winning arena spectacular. Since its inception in 2005, the event has grown from a cast of 550 students to over 1,800, becoming nationally renowned for its outstanding and vibrant display of state school talent. CGEN offers students the chance to acquire new skills by working with some of Australia's leading performers in a world-class venue. For many, it is their first time performing on an arena stage, while for others, it serves as a valuable stepping stone in their careers as young artists in the performing arts industry. Performance Dates and Times: Thursday, 18 July 2024: 6:00 PM Friday, 19 July 2024 (Schools Matinee): 12:00 PM Friday, 19 July 2024: 7:00 PM Saturday, 20 July 2024: 1:00 PM Performance Location and Address: Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, Merivale St, South Brisbane, QLD Ticket Costs: $30 - $709 Ticket Link: Purchase Tickets Duration: Each show is approximately 2.5 hours with an interval. Previous Next

< Back THEATRE: Night Wanders - Thalia Arts Productions 18 July 2024 Season: July 18th - 19th, 2024 Title: Night Wanders Presented By: Thalia Arts Productions Genre: Experimental Theatre Synopsis: Passionate theatre people are showing new, original and experimental works of theatre. Featuring three originally written plays: Legacy of Truth by Marina Fern Shells by Davin Rowntree Reaching Maia by Tia Stace Performance Dates: Thursday, 18th July 2024 Friday, 19th July 2024 Performance Times: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Performance Location and Address: Building C, 66 Ernest St, South Brisbane QLD Ticket Costs: FREE Ticket Link: Humanitix - Night Wanders Previous Next

< Back MUSICAL: The Critical Last Chance Years Vol. 3 - Loxlea Creative 20 July 2024 Season: July 20th - 21st, 2024 Title: The Critical Last Chance Years Vol. 3 Presented By: Loxlea Creative Genre: Theatre Synopsis: Pop the Bubbly, Miss 50! Party like a cool Auntie! Amy, at 50 and still single, defies societal expectations with humour, warmth, and jazzy tunes. This one-woman musical follows Amy's riotous journey as she navigates bad dates, self-help books, and societal pressures to redefine “fifty and fabulous” her way. Set to an eclectic mix of swing, bossa nova, cha cha cha, tango, and gospel music, Amy's story is a comical and heartwarming exploration of love and life in the new millennium. Written By: Laine Loxlea-Danann (with Consultation by Marianne Klausen) Sponsored By: On the Boards Theatre Company and Redland Performing Arts Centre Performance Dates: Saturday, 20 July 5:30pm Saturday, 20 July 8:00pm Sunday, 21 July 1:00pm Sunday, 21 July 4:00pm Performance Location and Address: On The Boards Theatre Company, 1/433 Wondall Rd, Tingalpa, QLD Ticket Costs: Standard: $32.00 Concession: $27.00 Ticket Link: Anywhere Festival - The Critical Last Chance Years Vol. 3 Recommended Age: M Duration: 70 minutes Cast: Zoe Georgakis as Amy Creative Team: Written by Laine Loxlea-Danann (with Consultation by Marianne Klausen) Directed by Marianne Klausen Musical Direction by Laine Loxlea-Danann Lighting and Sound by Caleb Barlett Choreography by Mina Aanat Previous Next

< Back THEATRE: The Importance of Being Earnest - Heartwarming Productions 20 July 2024 Season: July 20th, 2024 Title: The Importance of Being Earnest Presented By: Heartwarming Productions Genre: Comedy Play Synopsis: Heartwarming Productions presents Oscar Wilde's most celebrated play, "The Importance of Being Earnest." This wonderfully romantic and hilarious production follows the delightful escapades of Jack Worthing and Algernon Moncrieff, two bachelors who create alter egos named "Ernest" to escape their tedious lives and win over their loves, Gwendolen Fairfax and Cecily Cardew. Known for its sharp wit, engaging characters, and satirical take on Victorian society, this one-night-only performance promises to warm your heart and lift your spirits. Written By: Oscar Wilde Performance Dates: Saturday, 20th July 2024 Performance Times: 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Performance Location and Address: Ron Hurley Theatre28 Tallowwood St, Seven Hills, QLD Ticket Costs: $35 – $40 Ticket Link: Purchase Tickets Duration: Approximately 2.5 hours including intermission Previous Next

< Back CABARET: The Ukulele Man - Marcel Cole and Anywhere Festivals 20 July 2024 Season: July 20th - 21st, 2024 Title: The Ukulele Man Presented By: Marcel Cole Genre: Theatre, Cabaret Synopsis: The true story of wartime entertainer and ukulele legend George Formby! From the battlefields of Europe to the distant corners of the British Empire, "The Ukulele Man" is the untold story of Britain’s greatest wartime entertainer! He was banned by the BBC, declared insane by his wife, and still became the UK’s highest paid entertainer! Join Marcel Cole and his real-life mother Katie as they take you back to an era when live entertainment was king and pay homage to the greatest entertainer of them all. Written By: Marcel Cole Directed By: Mirjana Ristevski Performance Dates: Saturday, 20 July 2:00pm Sunday, 21 July 2:00pm Sunday, 21 July 7:00pm Sunday, 21 July 9:00pm Performance Location and Address: The Raven Hotel West End Cellar, 400 Montague Rd, West End, QLD Ticket Costs: Standard: $26.00 Concession: $18.00 Ticket Link: Anywhere Festival - The Ukulele Man Recommended Age: PG Duration: 60 minutes Cast: Marcel Cole Katie Cole Awards: WINNER – ‘Best Theatre’ – Newcastle Fringe 2024 WINNER – ‘Best Cabaret’ Weekly Award – Adelaide Fringe 2024 WINNER – ‘Critical Stages Touring Development Award’ – Sydney Fringe 2023 Previous Next

< Back CHILDREN'S THEATRE: Legally Blonde - Springfield Anglican College 19 July 2024 Season: July 19th - 20th, 2024 Title: Legally Blonde Presented By: The Springfield Anglican College Genre: Musical Synopsis: Legally Blonde JR. follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes, snobbery and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. When Elle's boyfriend, Warner, dumps her and heads to Harvard, claiming she's not "serious" enough, Elle takes matters into her own hands, crafting a showy song-and-dance personal essay and charming her way into law school. Befriending classmate, Emmett, and spunky hairdresser, Paulette, along the way, Elle finds that books and looks aren't mutually exclusive. As Elle begins outsmarting her peers, she realizes that law may be her natural calling after all. Performance Dates: Friday 19 July 2024 Saturday 20 July 2024 Performance Times: 7:00 pm (both dates) Performance Location and Address: George Hogg Auditorium, Cnr Limestone & Nicholas Streets, Ipswich QLD Ticket Costs: Adult Ticket: $30.00 each Concession Ticket: $25.00 each Student Ticket: $25.00 each Child Ticket (12 years and under): $17.00 each Family of Four Ticket (2 Adults and 2 Children): $85.00 Ticket Link: Buy Tickets Previous Next

< Back CHILDREN'S THEATRE: Elf the Musical Jr. - St. Saviour's College at Empire Theatre 19 July 2024 Season: July 19th - 20th, 2024 Title: Elf The Musical Jr. Presented by: St. Saviour's College Synopsis: "Elf The Musical JR." brings the heartwarming story of Buddy the Elf to the stage. Based on the beloved 2003 New Line Cinema hit, this musical adaptation features enchanting songs by Tony Award nominees Matthew Sklar and Chad Beguelin, with a book by Tony Award winners Thomas Meehan and Bob Martin. The tale follows the journey of a young orphan named Buddy, who mistakenly ends up in Santa's bag of gifts and is whisked away to the North Pole. Raised by elves, Buddy grows up blissfully unaware of his human origins until his size and toy-making skills reveal the truth. Determined to find his true identity and reconnect with his birth father in New York City, Buddy embarks on a heartwarming adventure filled with holiday cheer and the spirit of Christmas. Performance Dates & Times: Friday, 19 July: 7:00 PM Saturday, 20 July: 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM Venue : Armitage Centre, Empire Theatre, Neil Street, Toowoomba Ticket Prices: Adult: $30.00 Concession (Gov Seniors & Pension Cards): $25.00 Child (Under 12 years): $20.00 Run Time: 70 minutes with no interval Book Your Tickets: Ticket Link Previous Next

< Back THEATRE: Relatively Speaking - Mercury Theatre Wynnum 19 July 2024 Season: July 19th - 28th, 2024 Title: Relatively Speaking Presented By: Mercury Theatre Wynnum Genre: Comedy, Farce Synopsis: "Relatively Speaking" by Alan Ayckbourn is a delightful comedy of mistaken identities and chaotic misunderstandings. The story follows Greg, Ginny, Philip, and Sheila as their confusion unfolds in a series of uproariously awkward encounters. This classic farce offers a hilarious examination of love, timing, and the tangled web of lies that can entangle us all. Join us for an evening of laughter and mistaken identities in "Relatively Speaking," a play that promises to leave you delightfully disoriented and thoroughly entertained. Written By: Alan Ayckbourn Performance Dates: Friday, 19 July 2024 | 7:30 PM Saturday, 20 July 2024 | 7:30 PM (Gala Night & 75th Anniversary Celebration) Sunday, 21 July 2024 | 2:00 PM Friday, 26 July 2024 | 7:30 PM Saturday, 27 July 2024 | 7:30 PM Sunday, 28 July 2024 | 2:00 PM Performance Location and Address: Manly-Lota RSL Memorial Hall1, 84 Melville Terrace, Manly, QLD Ticket Cost: $25 Ticket Link: Click here to purchase tickets Production Website: Mercury Theatre Wynnum Other Information: All performances feature table seating, with each table accommodating up to 7 guests. There's no need to book a full table—just bring yourself and whoever you'd like! Feel free to bring your own food, from cheese platters to takeaway; the choice is entirely yours. Please note that outside alcohol is not permitted, but the Manly-Lota RSL will be operating a bar at the venue with a variety of drinks available. Join us at the evening performance on Saturday, 20 July, when Mercury Theatre Wynnum will commemorate its 75th anniversary! Previous Next

< Back THEATRE: Fourteen - Shake & Stir Theatre Co. and Empire Theatre 19 July 2024 Season: July 19th, 2024 Title: Fourteen Presented By: Shake & Stir Theatre Co. and QPAC Genre: Drama Play Synopsis: Set in 1999 at a rugby-mad all-boys Catholic school in coastal regional Queensland, "Fourteen" is based on the poignant memoir by Shannon Molloy. The play explores Shannon's journey as a year 9 student grappling with his identity as a gay teenager amidst a backdrop of bullying, betrayal, and self-discovery. Supported by his close-knit friends and fiercely protective family, Shannon navigates the challenges of adolescence with resilience, humour, and hope, set to a nostalgic soundtrack of 90s hits. Written By: Adapted by Nelle Lee and Nick Skubij, based on the memoir by Shannon Molloy Directed By: Nick Skubij Performance Dates: July 19th, 2024 Venue: Empire Theatre Book Tickets Here: Purchase Tickets Price: $29 - $54 Duration: 1 hour 40 minutes (no interval) Warnings: Contains strong coarse language, mature themes, simulated violence, depictions of self-harm and suicide ideation, and sexual abuse. Includes strobe lighting, theatrical smoke effects, and the use of stage cigarettes. Age Recommendation: Recommended for ages 14 and above. Creatives: Adaptors: Nelle Lee, Nick Skubij, Shannon Molloy Director: Nick Skubij Creative Producer: Ross Balbuziente Set Designer: Josh McIntosh Costume Designer: Fabian Holford Lighting Designer: Trent Suidgeest Sound Designer: Guy Webster Cast: Conor Leach as Shannon Molloy Leon Cain Karen Crone Judy Hainsworth Ryan Hodson Amy Ingram Steven Rooke Previous Next

< Back MUSICAL: Everyone Loves Charlee - The Merryatric Players and The Events Centre 18 July 2024 Season: July 18th - 19th, 2024 Title: Everyone Loves Charlee Presented By: The Merryatric Players & The Events Centre Genre: Musical Comedy Synopsis: Join The Merryatric Players for their latest musical comedy, Everyone Loves Charlee , a heartwarming homage to love and friendship. The story revolves around Beth and her friends as they celebrate the life of Charlee at a lively wake filled with laughter and songs from the 1940s. The performance promises heartfelt ballads and toe-tapping numbers like "You Made Me Love You" and "Hit the Road Jack," showcasing the joy and celebration even in moments of loss. Performance Dates: Thursday, 18 July 2024: 11:00 AM Friday, 19 July 2024: 2:00 PM Performance Location and Address: Playhouse, The Events Centre, 20 Minchinton St, Caloundra QLD Ticket Costs: $20.00 Ticket Link: Book Tickets Warnings: Smoke and haze effects are used throughout this performance. Recommended Age: All ages Duration: Approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes, including a 20-minute interval Production Website: The Events Centre Other information: About The Merryatric Players: The Merryatric Players are a community singing and theatre group known for live stage shows, popular plays, and concerts at The Events Centre, Caloundra. They rehearse every Tuesday and have a history of entertaining performances, including their last live production, It’s A Musical World . The group also performs Christmas carols and provides entertainment at the Daytime Series Christmas Concerts. They offer a welcoming environment for people of all ages to express themselves through musical theatre. Contact and Booking Information: Box Office Contact: (07) 5491 4240 Previous Next