Arts
MONA
24.05.13 1:05 pm
Full program, booking details, here
Paula Xiberras
24.05.13 8:54 am
Ex-pat Irishman Peter Byrne is excited about visiting Tasmania for the first time with his ‘Hot August night’ tribute show to Neil Diamond.
Peter performed at the casino singing Neil Diamond songs many years ago and this time around will return to the casino, as well as to the Princess Theatre in Launceston with his ‘Hot August Night’show.
This year is the 40th anniversary of the album ‘Hot August Night’ and this prompted Peter’s Tassie fans to ask him when was he going to bring his show to Tassie, because of the important anniversary date Peter decided this was the time to bring the show, which has been doing great business on the mainland (in fact in a nice little twist every August) for a long while.
Peter is delighted that he has got support from Allianz to fly the Melbourne Philharmonic Orchestra to Tasmania to accompany him and help him recreate precisely the famous Neil Diamond concert ‘Hot August night’ at the Greek theatre.
Audiences will be treated to the famous duet with Barbra Streisand with the exact same arrangement and a completely new addition this time, also at the urging of fans, a special tribute to Neil’s song based on the novel ‘Jonathan Livingston Seagull’ by Richard Bach.
Peter realises there are quite a few Neil Diamond tribute artists out there but for him, he doesn’t want to clone Neil’s appearance although he has an uncanny similarity in voice to the Neil. In the show he also includes a biographical history about each song.
How did this Irishman find himself in Australia performing Neil Diamond songs?
Peter can call Ireland’s famous Furey Brothers his best friends and he’d often sing with them in Ireland. He realised with all the singers vying for fame in Ireland and those spreading their wings and travelling to the USA and UK for that elusive fame, he would have to do the same. After Peter’s brother immigrated to Canada he decided to follow but came to the decision of why replace the cool weather of Ireland with the equally cool weather of Canada? and so he opted for a place which was decidedly warmer. In Australia. The strong connection with the Fureys remains with Peter supporting Finbar on his tour to Australia early this year.
On arriving in Australia Peter found plenty of pubs, RSLs and other venues to perform. He also saw that Australian’s had a love for entertainment. It was in a restaurant in Sydney that things started to happen for him. Peter would sing a variety of songs as people dined. One evening a couple sat down to dine; the gentleman approached him and asked him if he knew any Neil Diamond songs. Peter sang what he had in his repertoire and was told by the diner he should extend his Neil Diamond repertoire. Peter did just this and the next week when the couple took to their seats and the gentleman diner gave Peter the nod, his cue to sing a Diamond song, Peter began trying out his more extensive repertoire. But this time something was different. Instead of the usual conversation by the diners while he sang, there was a sudden silence enveloping the room as the diners became enthralled by Peter’s rendition and uncanny resemblance to Neil’s voice.
It was the life changing moment for Peter. Soon after he was approached by an Elvis tribute artist saying he would like to put together a tribute show featuring famous singers. After six months working with ‘Elvis’ Peter was confident enough to go out on his own and the rest as they say is history and also the present! The tribute act further established itself with again on the suggestion of fans, a more specialised tribute to Neil’s album ‘Hot August Night’.
Peter has realised what a great song writer Neil is, and at 72 years of age is still performing to perfection.
A dream came true in April 1996 when Peter met Neil. Neil was generous and appreciative in his thanks for Peter’s tribute. Seven years later when Peter won the Mo award for best show producer Neil sent him a message of congratulations.
Peter has a unique approach to Neil Diamond and to just remind people that he is not just a Neil tribute artist, and of his Irish heritage, Peter takes a moment in his show to sing an Irish song or two. Peter encourages audience interaction and there is much fun during his performances. This has led to a recent new production ‘Legends of Ireland’ which Peter is hoping to bring to Tasmania next year. In this show Peter takes us on a journey through the whole history of Irish music including all genres.
You can see Peter perform ‘Hot August Night’ the Neil Diamond tribute show at the Wrest Point Entertainment Centre 3rd August 2013.
Steven, Sarah and Eloise Despard Gallery
22.05.13 7:08 pm
Dear friends of Despard Gallery,
We invite you to SEE WITH YOUR HEART a vibrant collection of sculptural ceramic works by Jenny Orchard.
Opening Wednesday evening the 29th of May, from 6pm.
Show complimented with new paintings by Joanne Currie Nalingu and black stingray sculptures by Michael Eather.
We hope you can make it along to meet Jenny.
Preview works now online http://despard-gallery.com.au/exhibitions/see-with-your-heart-jenny-orchard/
Jenny is also taking a ceramics demonstration at the Centre for the Arts;
See here https://www.facebook.com/pages/Despard-Gallery/116848348373469
Warm regards,
Steven, Sarah and Eloise.
Arts | What's OnMONA
22.05.13 12:22 pm
18 June 2013 - 21 April 2014
MONA
The Red Queen
The most curious part of the thing was, that the trees and the other things round them never changed their places at all: however fast they went, they never seemed to pass anything. ‘I wonder if all the things move along with us?’ thought poor puzzled Alice. —Lewis Carroll, Through the looking-glass
The Red Queen, MONA’s major exhibition for the year, is opening June 18 as part of the Dark Mofo winter festival.
For more on The Red Queen→
Dark Mofo program is online→
Create your own adventure→
Shachiko Abe
Marina Abramović
Francis Alÿs
Kutluğ Ataman
Pierre Bismuth
Mircea Cantor
David Claerbout
Henry Darger
Hubert Duprat
Tessa Farmer
Michel François
Anna Halprin
Zhang Huan
Ryoji Ikeda
Wang Jianwei
Ali Kazma
Sung Hwan Kim
Joseph Kosuth
Rafael Lozano-Hemmer
Laith Mcgregor
Yves Netzhammer
Chris Ofili
Yazid Oulab
Brigita Ozolins
Mike Parr
Julius Popp
Sam Porritt
Alex Rabus
Léopold Rabus
Renate Rabus
Till Rabus
Leni Riefenstahl
Cameron Robbins
Sarkis
Lindsay Seers
Chiharu Shiota
Roman Signer
Taryn Simon
Tamuna Sirbiladze
Rover Thomas
Rirkrit Tiravanija
Uta Uta Tjangala
Chris Townend
Erwin Wurm
Chen Zhen
Toby Ziegler
Quilts – Counterpane’s of Comfort and Cultural Significance
Carolyn McDowall, Muse News, thecultureconcept circle
22.05.13 12:04 pm
‘Every stitch tells a story’ and the show QUILTS 1700 – 1945 will be a triumph for those who worked the historical threads of our society. From 15th June – 22nd September 2013 at the Queensland Art Gallery (QAGOMA) the show will explore over 200 years of British quilt making, via significant examples on loan from the V & A Museum at London. In addition that rare, fragile and wonderful ‘Australian textile’ known as The Rajah Quilt will also be on show. Read More: here ( includes comment on, and link, to The Hag’s comment on Ten Days’ Artistic Director Jo Duffy’s recent surprise resignation: We sentence you to Ten Days on The Island )
Arts | What's OnCosmos art exhibition, Aspirations 31 May – 16 June 2013
Cosmos
22.05.13 10:21 am
A standout on the Cosmos calendar is their annual art exhibition showcasing the incredible
works created by Cosmos clients. This year’s theme is entitled Aspirations and will feature
mixed media, drawings, video art, built objects, fibre art, ceramics and performance art.
The public art exhibition displays not only the creative talents of Cosmos’ clients but also aims
to challenge community expectations of people with disabilities.
The exhibition is free and open to all, with the works to be displayed at the Schoolhouse
Gallery at the Rosny Farm from Friday, 31 May – 16 June 2013.
The Rosny Farm is open to the public Tuesdays to Fridays between 11am-4pm and Saturdays
and Sundays from 12noon to 4pm. The Rosny Farm is located adjacent to the Eastlands
Shopping Centre with access off Bligh Street and Rosny Hill Road, Rosny Park.
WHAT: Cosmos’ annual art exhibition, Aspirations
WHEN: Friday, 31 May – 16 June 2013
Tuesdays – Fridays open from 11am – 4pm
Saturdays and Sundays open from 12noon – 4pm
WHERE: Schoolhouse Gallery, Rosny Farm (located adjacent to
Eastlands Shopping Centre with access off Bligh Street
and Rosny Hill Road)
COST: Free and open to the public
INFO: Visit http://www.cosmos.org.au or visit Clarence City Council’s
arts website (http://www.ccc.tas.gov.au/arts)
Penguin Community Centre: Arts on Fire
Eunice Horne, http://www.artsonfire.org.au
22.05.13 6:58 am
Arts On Fire 1,2nd June 2013, 10:00-4:00 Penguin Community Centre
Entry $5.00 per adult
Leven Regional Arts Presents a showcase of art of the North West Coast, with all sorts of surprises.
Featuring Aukje Boonstra who has just one the Zonta Prize for Material Girl and her fashions from natural dyes and recycled objects to a creative wear fashion show daily including Tasmania’s only registered milliner, Young north West Coast artists..wire benders?, felters, mosaic artists, basket weavers, art on legs, woodcraft, young bands, harpist, “THE HABITS” being discovered on triple j unearthed, textile artists, watercolourists, pastel painters, photographers, writers and poets and many more.
Watch some of them work, attend a floor talk, write a poem, ooh and aah. Have a coffee and listen to gentle music or more active rigourous talent of creative young musicians…children will be able to create something too! Don’t miss this amazing talent of our North West Coast
http://www.artsonfire.org.au
Arts | What's On
Paula Xiberras
21.05.13 6:06 am
Kate Denborough has been to Tasmania before when she toured with Tas Dance and she has also visited as a tourist and has fond memories of climbing Cradle Mountain. Kate has already purchased a ferry ticket for herself and her daughter and is eagerly awaiting this visit when she will be bringing her play to Tasmania.
Kate Denborough is the director of Sundowner, a confronting and powerful play about the lesser known type of dementia called ‘sundowner,’ or early onset dementia. It is called sundowner because the fluctuations of light experienced at sundown seem to create an even more adverse affect on a person with the condition. The lack of sensory stimulation after dark and the lack of familiar sensations experienced with a certain time period can distress and confuse a person with early onset dementia.
We learn that people with the condition who begin to lose the normal faculties of language communication tend to compensate by developing other communication techniques such as enhanced body language expertly displayed by Helen Morse in the play.
The frustrating thing with sundowner is that it is completely random and rare in that it affects an age group not normally associated with dementia.
The play emphasises even admist the frustration and sadness there is joy and moments of clarity. Living with sundowners involves managing it by involving more abstract thinking such as the woman who was worried about her husbands wanderings out of the house, but remembering his excellent manners, positioned signs near doorways that indicated a ladies lavatory was behind the door and so prevented him in moments of confusion wandering away.
The presence of a child in the play symbolises being emotionally present and that a child’s innocence prevents them from judging or treating people , including people with sundowner any differently because of their condition. An interesting note is that the role of the child in each performance of the play is enacted by a child in the local community to encourage exchange between the artists and the community.
Directing the play has made Kate too, more accepting of people with differences.
You can see this important production of Sundowner at the Theatre Royal on the following dates:
Wednesday, 19th June 2013 - 8:00pm
Thursday, 20th June 2013 - 8:00pm
Friday, 21st June 2013 - 8:00pm
Saturday, 22nd June 2013 – 8:00pm
Paula Xiberras
21.05.13 6:02 am
photo by Heidrun Lohr
Mark Kilmurry loves Tasmania, being originally from the UK, he feels aboslute bliss when he visits seeing snow on the mountain.
Mark is a Co-artistic Director at Ensemble Theatre, the company that brought ‘Tuesdays with Morrie’ to Tasmania some years ago and Mark says that he sometimes jokes with the cast that he will ressurrect the production, as Daniel Mitchell, who played Morrie, says he will still be able to reprise this role as he was already playing a character older than himself!
This year Mark is directing and bringing a production of Frankenstein to Tasmania. The production is based on Nick Dear’s retelling of the story. Nick’s version stays close to the novel and explores the story by way of giving ‘the creature’ a voice, as he has in the novel. The play has the gothic and science fiction theme as well as it’s very Victorian feel with the flowery language of the novel.
In preparation for the play the cast attended physical workshops where they did exercises such as being blindfolded and tied together and helping each other through the physical barriers to create trust between them. Mark says he is delighted with his cast’s commitment to the project and the trust generated for each other.
Mark feels that Mary Shelley is hard done in not being applauded in the same way as authors that also wrote futuristic themed fiction, such as Jules Verne. She was young, only 19 when she wrote what is an amazing book still relevant to our own times.
Mark explains that the creature is a victim of circumstance. We see his potential for good as he studies and admires the loving nature of a family in the wood and how he rewards their warmth by symbolically chopping wood for their continued physical warmth but once repulsed he becomes darker and dangerous.
As Mark explains ‘the creature’, born an adult, learns by observation and when given negative reactions such as repulsion he knows no better than to defend himself by wreaking revenge as he does on his creator Frankenstein.
The creature’s physical representation in this production stays true to Nick Dear’s vision of a creature not heavily ladden with makeup or with the familiar bolt in the neck
Perhaps the final words should be a paraphrase of the final words of the book, of the creature as it ‘disapears into the darkness and distance.’ The story of Frankenstein, a story about the lonliness something akin to disapearing of the explorer and searcher of answers and reminds us that ultimately we all need human companionship. It tells the story of the darkeness of human nature and those distanced from companionship and compassion. Frankenstein is an important story that will never be distanced or irrelevant.
Frankenstein can been seen at the Theatre Royal on Tuesday, 11th June 2013 – 8:00pm & Wednesday, 12th June 2013 – 8:00pm.
John katers for Beatle’s fans!
Paula Xiberras
20.05.13 6:55 am
John Kater says he loves the awesome drive travelling between Hobart and Launceston and of visiting Tassie in the winter when the snow peaks of the mountain look divine.
John was here last year as part of The Beatle Boys in their production with performer Marty Rhone titled ‘Cliff Joins the Beatles!’, a concept show that asked what if Cliff Richard joined The Beatles after leaving his band The Shadows. John has also visited both Launceston and Burnie again this year with a completely new Beatles show and now it’s Hobart’s turn to see some of that magic.
This show ‘The Beatle’s Number No.1’s’ is a little different to the one that toured last year as this time it’s minus Cliff Richard and rather than a rigid story of a particular band turning point, this time its a more natural performance with audience interaction and engagement. The boys that make up The Beatle Boys are fans themselves and feel it’s a mutual sharing of celebration of an incredible band that communicated their music so well.
John’s adoration of The Beatles goes back to when he was 4 years old and upon being asked what he wanted for his birthday present he answered The Beatles! At that time he received a Beatles album. He credits his early admiration for The Beatles on a guitar playing cousin and his older sisters who would let him listen to their vinyl recordings of the band.
That connection to The Beatles is still strong today and when he and the 3 other members of the band take to the stage, somehow all the years of osmosis of Beatles knowledge and performance get channelled into an amazing recreation of character and music.
It is if the boys were made to play the roles, taking on similar character traits, Rod Auld who plays George Harrison has a similiar persona to the quiet beatle he plays, only speaking when necessary. He has even named his child Harrison!
Johns encapulation of the character of Paul is complete with him having honed over time a replication of the the tone of Paul’s 5 or 6 different voices including what John calls ‘the beard voice’ so called because when singing in that particular tone it seems as if he is singing through a beard!
Most amazing is the fact that John has been playing Paul as a Beatle for 15 years, longer than the 8 years that Paul was officially a Beatle. He and the boys have played in many venues that the real Beatles have inhabited and are much in demand nationally and internationally.
Bernard Fanning gave John the high praise of being the possessor of ‘a monumental voice’ and John modestly tells me he ‘plods along’ as an original songwriter and performer but is also deriving great pleasure in playing Paul as one of The Beatle Boys.
You can see John as Paul McCartney when The Beatle Boys return to Hobart in The Beatle’s Number No.1’s at the Theatre Royal on 31st May 2013.
Paula Xiberras
19.05.13 7:34 am
The name Landsborough comes from the old French for ‘fort’, meaning ‘protection’ or ‘strong ‘and it’s a interesting association for a man so gentle in his nature, however, one can sense he has a great inner strength from his faith and that he also possesses a protective nature, evidenced by the satisfaction he gets from hearing how his music gives comfort and solace to his fans.
The day I call Charlie his lovely wife Thelma answers the phone, every bit sounding the loveable liverpudlian like Charlie, Thelma left County Roscommon, Ireland as a mere baby. The ‘better half’ of the power couple tells me Charlie has gone out, believing his interviews are over for the day, but she tells me to ring back in half an hour.
When I do ring back after the half hour has elapsed Charlie is not fussed at all by the unexpected interview and tells me he is delighted he’ll be returning to Tasmania, one of his favourite places, with its fantastic scenery, the lovely venues he will perform at, and most of all the great support of his friends as he is loath to call them just fans. He tells me that when he arrives at the airport he is warmly welcomed by these friends with their banners held high.
Charlie has got travelling and visiting new places in his blood, his brothers were all sailors in the merchant navy and it left an impression him, their photos and reminisces from far flung places including Australia would invoke his imagination.
As well as visiting new places and meeting people, animals have also played an important part in Charlie’s life, there was a menagerie when he was growing up including ducks, kittens, dogs and even a monkey.
Nowadays Charlie is known for his self-penned ballads and country songs but when starting out he would play in a rock band in pubs and that would include everything from blues to Irish folk songs to rock and roll.
It was a song ‘What colour is the wind’ explaining how a sightless child experiences the things that most people take for granted that became a hit when radio stations in Ireland started to play it. The song endeared Charlie to the Irish public and he would go on to perform successfully there as well as holiday there every year.
Charlie would form a friendship with one half of Irish duo Foster and Allen. It was from Tony Allen that Charlie gained his first conception of the Australian character. Charlie was interested in learning about Australian audiences. Tony told him they are like the Irish and are laid back not taking things too seriously. Charlie decided to adopt that calm Aussie saying ‘no worries mate’.
Charlie is continually delighted by the comfort, solace and lift his songs can give people, which he discovers at the meet and greet at the end of each show. A humble man Charlie loves communicating with people and finds music and his friend a blessing.
Asked who he would like to work with if given the chance he opts for Dolly Parton who he believes is a humble woman and of course he wouldn’t mind working with his twin Willie Nelson!
I ask Charlie if there is something quirky he can tell us about his personality and he cites a mild case of OCD that sometimes encourages him to adjust an askew table placemat.
In many of his fans estimations Charlie is perhaps considered to have the Obsessive compulsive demonstration of being one of the nicest, most caring gentleman you could possibly meet.
Charlie is a Mersey man from Liverpool and due to that close connection to one of the most famous bands in the world is aiming to bring out a tribute album of Beatles covers soon.
You can see Charlie at the following venues:
Burnie Theatre Tuesday 28th May
Country Club Launceston Wednesday 29th May
Wrest Point Hobart Thursday 30th May
Arts | What's OnbighART
17.05.13 12:44 pm
Virtuoso Guitarist & Ukulele Player Matthew Fagan’s 2013 Tasmanian Tour
17.05.13 12:22 pm
Performances at Bruny Island, Margate, Eaglehawk-Neck, Hobart, Swansea, Launceston, Sheffield, Scottsdale, Burnie.
Workshops and Private lessons are also being held in Margate, Eaglehawk-neck, Swansea, Launceston,
Scottsdale, Burnie for details go to http://www.matthew-fagan.com/NewPage/Shows.html
Guitar & Ukulele Concert Starring International touring 10 String Guitar Virtuoso & Maton Endorsed Ukulele Player Matthew Fagan
An uplifting performance of Spanish, Celtic, Bluegrass, Country, Rock, New Age/ambient, Contemporary and Folk popular Arrangements and Matthew’s own compositions which are in many styles
Recently returned from International performances, Matthew Fagan presents new and familiar works on the 10 String Guitar, Celtic Steel String Guitar, Gretch White Falcon Guitar and Maton Ukulele.
A particular highlight of Matthew’s performance is his virtuosic hit rendition of J.S Bach’s Toccata on Celtic Steel String Guitar which featured as the climax on the final episode on the Australian ABC TV1 Television Production “A Moody Christmas” http://youtu.be/NBHY4wdDHys
Also original flamenco music that Matthew performed live on the opening episode, season 2 of Channel 7’s “Winners and Losers”. And the beautiful ambient original song “Morning song” that featured in the closing love scene. http://youtu.be/kVxRRLIU5-A
A special feature of Matthew’s shows are his entertaining and hilarious performances on ukulele as seen on tour with Billy Connolly and the Buena Vista Social Club. Matthew is endorsed by Maton to present the best quality Australia made Ukulele. Matthew takes you on a Voyage around the Ukulele from the beautiful music of Hawaii to Bluegrass and Rock Classics.
Matthew has toured with an extraordinary array of the world’s greats, including: Natalie Cole; The Original Buena Vista Social Club; Shirley Bassey; Michael Crawford and Billy Connolly. Billy quoted that “Matthew is the best Guest Artist that I have ever toured with”.
Matthew is annually a finalist in the U.S.A Winfield Festival fingerstyle competition, the leading international competition in the world.
Matthew Fagan is renowned for his virtuosity and versatility on guitar and always suprises audiences with his original arrangements and modern interpretation with a magical repertoire which spans many eras, cultures and genres.
Come prepared with some requests of your favourite Ukulele & guitar tunes you would like Matthew to perform in the hilarious Uke/Guitar Challenge
Matthew Fagan is an exhilarating, breathtaking and captivating performer and his shows are not to be missed.
Hola Maestro, The “Tocata” was a masterpiece: a fusion that leans towards J.S. Bach in one direction ....&Paco; Pena in the other! David “el Rasquito de Cord
“Matthew has a Latin Soul and we love his playing so much that we want to take him back home to Cuba” Ibrahim Ferrer- The Original Buena Vista Social Club
“Matthew performs with charisma and a gentle humour that people love. He is affectionate with the audience and wins them over with his unaffected charm. He’s a natural”. Zelda Cawthorne - Journalist
DETAILS OF ALL PERFORMANCES AND WORKSHOPS
SOUTHERN TASMANIA
BRUNY ISLAND- Friday 24th May
Bruny Island Arts Inc. Presents
Matthew Fagan “Lord of the Strings” Guitar and Ukulele Concert
WHEN: Friday 24th of May, 7.30pm
VENUE: Adventure Bay Hall
COST: $15 /$12 BIA members & Concession/ $10 children under 14
BOOKINGS/TICKETS: Adventure Bay Shop 6293 1119
A “licenced event” bar open from 7.00pm
http://www.matthew-fagan.com - http://www.youtube.com/user/mjb1fagan
MARGATE- Sat 25th May
CONCERT, GROUP GUITAR WORKSHOP &
PRIVATE GUITAR/UKULELE LESSONS
(BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL by Wed 22nd May)
DATE: Saturday 25th MAY
VENUE: Brookfield Margate
ADDRESS: 1640 Channel Highway, Margate, Tasmania 7054
Food and Drink available at Venue
W http://www.brookfieldmargate.com prop. Helen Lindsay
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GUITAR & UKULELE CONCERT
CONCERT: Matthew Fagan “Lord of the Strings” Guitar and Ukulele Concert
TIME: 7.00pm
COST: $20/ $15 concession-Workshop Participants
Children U16 $10- U3 Free- Cash Payment on Door
BOOKINGS: Helen Lindsay (03)6267 2880 E .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
People who dine in get priority seating
GUITAR WORKSHOP-(BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL by Wed 22nd May)
GROUP GUITAR WORKSHOP
TIME: 2.00pm- 4.00pm
COST: $20 or $15 for those who attend concert
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL: 0438 881 985 .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
(Minimum of 10 Participants otherwise private Lesson offered $65 per hour)
PRIVATE LESSONS- (BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL by Wed 22nd May)
PRIVATE GUITAR & or UKULELE LESSON
TIME: 10.00am-1.00pm
COST: $65 per hour
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL: 0438 881 985 .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
TASMAN PENINSULA- EAGLEHAWK-NECK
Sunday 26th May
GUITAR & UKULELE CONCERT & WORKSHOPS
(BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL by Wed 22nd May)
GUITAR & UKULELE CONCERT
Matthew Fagan “Lord of the Strings” Guitar and Ukulele Concert
WHEN: Sunday 26th May, 2pm-4pm
VENUE : Eaglehawk Neck Community Hall
COST: $20/ $15 Concession Children U16 $10- U3 Free-
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) 0438 881 985 Cash Payment on Door
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GUITAR WORKSHOP
(BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL by Wed 22nd May)
WHEN: Sunday 26th May, 10am-12pm
VENUE : Eaglehawk Neck Community Hall
COST: $20/ $15 for those that attend concert
(Minimum of 10 Participants otherwise private Lesson offered $65 per hour)
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) 0438 881 985
UKULELE WORKSHOP
(BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL by Wed 22nd May)
WHEN: Sunday 26th May, 5.00pm-7.00pm
VENUE : Eaglehawk Neck Community Hall
COST: $20/ $15 for those that attend concert
(Minimum of 10 Participants otherwise private Lesson offered $65 per hour)
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) 0438 881 985
Discount for people that attend two workshops
$35/ $30 concession-Concert attendees
For more information about Workshops please contact booking details
MARGATE- Monday 27th May
UKULELE WORKSHOPS & UKULELESESSION/SINGALONG
(BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL by Saturday 25th May)
DATE: MONDAY 27th MAY
VENUE: Brookfield Margate
ADDRESS: 1640 Channel Highway, Margate, Tasmania 7054
Food and Drink available at Venue
W http://www.brookfieldmargate.com
prop. Helen Lindsay
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UKULELE SESSION AND SINGALONG
(BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL by Saturday 25th May)
TIME: 7.00-9.00pm
COST: $15/$10 for those that attend a workshop
BOOKINGS: Helen Lindsay (03)6267 2880 E .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE UKULELE GROUP WORKSHOP
(BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL by Saturday 25th May)
TIME:4.00pm- 5.00pm
COST: $15/$10 for those who attend session or both workshops
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) 0438 881 985
INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED UKULELE GROUP WORKSHOP
(BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL by Saturday 25th May)
TIME:5.00pm- 6.00pm
COST: $15/$10 for those who attend session or both workshops
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) 0438 881 985
MARGATE- Tuesday 28th May
PRIVATE LESSON-
(BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL by Saturday 25th May)
PRIVATE GUITAR & or UKULELE LESSON
DATE: Tuesday 28th May
VENUE: Brookfield Margate
ADDRESS: 1640 Channel Highway, Margate, Tasmania 7054
TIME: Between 10.00am-1.00pm & 2pm-5pm
COST: $65 per hour
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL: 0438 881 985 .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
HOBART- Tuesday 28th May
Matthew Fagan “Lord of the Strings” Guitar and Ukulele Concert
WHEN: Tuesday 28th May, 8.30pm
VENUE : Republic Bar
ADDRESS: 299 Elizabeth Street Hobart, Tasmania 7000.
CONTACT: (03) 6234 6954
Food available and Bar Open
http://www.republicbar.com
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EAST COAST- SWANSEA- Wed 29th May
CONCERT & WORKHOPS/PRIVATE LESSONS
(BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL by Fri 24th May)
GUITAR & UKULELE CONCERT
Matthew Fagan “Lord of the Strings” Guitar and Ukulele Concert
WHEN: Wednesday 29thth May, 7.30pm
VENUE : Swansea Town Hall
ADDRESS: Franklin St (MAIN ST OF SWANSEA)
COST: $20/ $15 Concession, Children U16 $10- U3 Free
TICKETS AVAILABLE AT: Bear Cottage Crafts 18A Franklin St Swansea
Ph Vivianne 62578091 OR CASH PAYMENT ON DOOR
http://www.matthew-fagan.com - http://www.youtube.com/user/mjb1fagan
GUITAR-UKULELE WORKSHOP &
PRIVATE LESSONS
(BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL by Fri 24th May)
WHEN: Workshop Wednesday 29thth May, 3.45pm-5.45pm,
Guitar and or Ukulele depending on interest.
Private lesson available during day between 9.30am & 1.30pm, house visits
VENUE : Swansea Town Hall
ADDRESS: Franklin St (MAIN ST OF SWANSEA)
COST: Workshop- $20/ $15 Concession & Concert attendees
Private lesson- $65 per hour
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) 0438 881 985
NORTHERN TASMANIA
LAUNCESTON-Thursday 30th May
Matthew Fagan “Lord of the Strings” Guitar and Ukulele Concert
WHEN: Thursday 30th May, 9pm
VENUE: Royal Oak Hotel in the Boat Shed
ADDRESS: 14 Brisbane St (Crn of Brisbane St and Tamar St), Launceston
Food available and Bar Open
COST: $10/$5 concession
TABLE BOOKINGS: 63315346
http://www.matthew-fagan.com http://www.youtube.com/user/mjb1fagan
SHEFFIELD- Friday 31st May
In association with –Friday Nite Music and Squiz Café Gallery
Matthew Fagan “Lord of the Strings” Guitar and Ukulele Concert
WHEN: Friday 31st May 8.00pm
VENUE: Skwiz Cafe Gallery
ADDRESS: 63 Main Street Sheffield
ENQUIRIES: Allen Stott- 0403 792 301
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facebook page https://www.facebook.com/groups/fridaynitefolk/?fref=ts
COST: $15
Food and Drink Available
http://www.matthew-fagan.com http://www.youtube.com/user/mjb1fagan
SCOTTSDALE-Saturday 1st June
GUITAR & UKULELE CONCERT & WORKSHOPS
GUITAR & UKULELE CONCERT
Matthew Fagan “Lord of the Strings” Guitar and Ukulele Concert
WHEN: Saturday 1st June, 7pm
VENUE: Scottsdale Art Gallery Cafe
ADDRESS: 42 King Street Scottsdale
COST: $25 Supper Included BYO Drinks
BOOKINGS & TICKETS AT VENUE: Ph- 6352 4388
Email- .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
WORKSHOPS
GUITAR WORKSHOP (BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL by Wed 29th May)
WHEN: Saturday 1st June, 10.00am-12.00pm
VENUE: TBC
COST: $20/ $15 for those that attend concert
(Minimum of 10 Participants otherwise private Lesson offered $65 per hour)
UKUELE WORKSHOP (BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL by Wed 29th May)
WHEN: Saturday 1st June, 2.00pm-4.00pm
VENUE: TBC
COST: $20/ $15 for those that attend concert
(Minimum of 10 Participants otherwise private Lesson offered $65 per hour)
BURNIE- Sunday 2nd June
Matthew Fagan “Lord of the Strings” Guitar and Ukulele Concert
WHEN: Sunday 2nd June, 2.00pm
VENUE: Burnie Regional Art Gallery
ADDRESS: 77 - 79 Wilmot Street, Burnie
COST: Adults $25 Sub Adult $20 Concession $20 Sub Concession/Child U 16 $16
BOOKINGS: Phone 03 64305 950 (Box Office)
http://www.burniearts.net
Auction record for Geoff Dyer painting
Steven Joyce Director Despard Gallery
14.05.13 6:53 am
Autumn greetings from Despard Gallery, we are pleased to invite you to view the first PopUp show to be held in the gallery annex.
Geoff Dyer - A Landscape Redefined
Opening this Wednesday evening the 15Th May from 6pm , gallery annex first floor
Geoff will be giving a talk about his forty years of painting the Tasmanian Landscape commencing at 6.30 pm
Numbers are limited; please RSVP prior to Tuesday the 14th May Phone 6223 8266 or email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Preview the exhibition now on line http://www.despard-gallery.com.au full exhibition available Wednesday am.
Congratulations Geoff Dyer - Australian auction record Lot#52 at Lawson Menzies $29,454.00 May the 9Th 2013
Despard Gallery
15 Castray Esplanade
Hobart Tasmania Australia 7000
http://www.despard-gallery.com.au
ph +61 3 62238266
fax +61 3 62236496
Sligo Star’s Flame Burns Bright
Paula Xiberras
12.05.13 5:32 am
The name Fleming originates from Flanders and by way of their trading, made its way to other European countries including Ireland. The name means ‘flame’. It seems an appropriate name for the flame haired singer whose star is burning brightly internationally, including Australia. Tommy has previously toured Australia andTasmania with Irish band ‘De Dannan’ and has forged ahead to tour Australia several times as a solo artist.
Tommy is back in Australia presently, for another concert tour, this time very similar to the one that had a great reception, including standing ovations in Ireland.
Tommy says the concerts he does in Australia dont need to be tailored to fit as they do in some countries, because Australians ‘just get what we do’.
He finds the Australian audiences friendly and is becoming as familiar with Australia as a resident would be. He tells me he loves driving over the Sydney Harbour Bridge, spending time in Manly and Darlinghurst.
Tommy’s new tour will be a great one for long term fans and those who have never seen him in concert both, as this concert will be a 20 year overiew of his career. There will also be 3 or 4 songs showcased from his new album ‘Begin’, to delight his dedicated fans as well, he will sing many of his hit songs from previous albums.
Tommy’s new album ‘Begin’ also has a companion book ‘Let me Begin’ which documents Tommy’s career up to now and his fans might be surprised by some of the additional information within its pages, such as the fact early on in his career Tommy was in a rock band which he later decided wasn’t for him.
As a youngster Tommy also enjoyed a great love for wildlife and would often go out with his Dad observing native animals.
Tommy has also climbed Croag Patrick, Ireland’s holy mountain. He says its a tough challenge but not as perilous as you would imagine and he hopes to repeat the feat someday.
Nowadays Tommy’s busy schedule doesn’t afford him the opportunity to indugle in time out in the wild but perhaps the closest he gets is viewing the untamed ocean. He no longer has the opportunity to go out observing native wildlife but Tommy does however still keep pets, including three dogs named after footballers, Robby, Freddy and Teddy.
The book, although poignant, has a good dose of humour such as Tommy’s telling of the story of when required extra ‘practice’ for his First Communion using mints! A story he recently shared and a laugh over with a friend who was a fellow culprit!
Tommy is joined on this tour by local talent in Gavin Murphy and a full band with drum percussion, in fact as Tommy describes it the ‘whole nine yards’
Tommy’s new album ‘Begin’ and book ‘Let me Begin’ are out now.
You can see Tommy Fleming on his Australian tour on the following dates and venues:
Fri 3rd May – Penrith Panthers, Penrith, NSW - http://www.penrith.panthers.com.au
Sat 4th May – Wests Leagues Club, New Lambton, NSW - http://www.westsnewcastle.com.au
Sun 5th May – The Juniors, Kingsford, NSW - http://www.thejuniors.com.au
Wed 8th May – The Manning Entertainment Centre, Taree, NSW - http://www.gtcc.nsw.gov.au/mec
Thurs 9th May – The Saraton Theatre, Grafton, NSW, http://www.saraton.com
Fri 10th May – Kedron Wavell Services Club, Chermside, QLD – Box Office 1300 692 582
Sat 11th May – Twin Towns Services Club, Tweed Heads, QLD - http://www.twintowns.com.au
Sun 12th May – Ipswich Civic Centre, Ipswich, QLD - http://www.ipswichciviccentre.com.au
Tues 14th May – Geelong Performing Arts Centre, Geelong, VIC - http://www.gpac.org.au
Thurs 16th May – Lighthouse Theatre, Warrnambool, VIC - http://www.lighthousetheatre.com.au
Fri 17th May – The Palms at Crown, Melbourne, VIC - http://premier.ticketek.com.au
Sat 18th May – Frankston Arts Centre, Frankston, VIC - http://www.artscentre.frankston.vic.gov.au
Rekorderlig Cider and Dark Mofo
Rekorderlig Cider
11.05.13 8:11 am
Premium Swedish cider brand, Rekorderlig, will be joining MONA as the exclusive cider partner for the unique Tasmanian art festival, Dark Mofo, commencing from the 13th until 23rd June in Hobart.
Celebrating the winter solstice, the Dark Mofo festival will showcase a range of performances, exhibitions, installations and events set within the heart of the Tasmania. Dark Mofo seeks to inspire a sense of community for all, through a direct experience of this exceptional Tasmanian event.
Dark Mofo is an annual festival of light, sound & fire produced by MONA over a ten-day period, during winter celebrating the increasing light following the winter solstice & highlighting the seasonal beauty of Hobart. The core festival activity will be based around Salamanca, PW1 and Sullivans Cove with satellite events proposed for other venues throughout Hobart attracting locals and visitors alike. Beautifully Swedish Rekorderlig Cider’s presence throughout Dark Mofo will entice consumers to sample their delicious flavour portfolio and encourage cider lovers to relish in Rekorderlig’s Beautifully Swedish way of life.
“We are excited to be associated with MONA’S distinctive & innovative winter event. This unique cultural experience, and art collaboration is a perfect fit for Rekorderlig Cider” says Nikki Langford, Marketing Manager for Rekorderlig Cider.
Dark Mofo will commence with a spectacular fire and light event at Salamanca. Alongside the Rekorderlig Cider bar at Salamanca Square will be the festival’s hub, the Dark Mofo Night Market at PW1 produced by Gill Minervini (Sydney Events) and music programmed by Brian Ritchie (Violent Femmes), with warming winter fare. The event will also include a headline musical artist and partnerships with existing events including the Festival of Voices.
Rekorderlig Cider is delighted to be associated with MONA, whose unique position and attributes make it undoubtedly Australia’s leading contemporary art brand. A MONA Winter Exhibition will underpin the entire festival and will open during the Dark Mofo event, running for at least three months. Now served at MONA, participants will have the opportunity to enjoy a Rekorderlig Cider on site after viewing the intriguing Winter Exhibition.
Rekorderlig is available in nine flavours including; traditionally refreshing Apple, Pear, Strawberry-Lime, Wild Berries, premium Apple & Blackcurrant, Mango-Raspberry, Orange-Ginger, Winter Cider and the all new Passionfruit, all in 500ml glass bottles.
For more information visit http://www.rekorderlig.com | http://www.darkmofo.net.au | http://www.Facebook.com/Rekorderlig.Cider
Arts | What's OnSalamanca Arts Centre: Opal Vapour
Salamanca Arts Centre
10.05.13 7:37 am
OPAL VAPOUR
PEACOCK THEATRE: Wednesday 22 – Friday 24 May, 2013
Event to be held at the following time, date, and location:
Multiple Dates
Salamanca Arts Centre - Peacock Theatre
77 Salamanca Pl
Battery Point, TAS 7004
Australia
OPAL VAPOUR
By Jade Dewi Tyas Tunggal in collaboration with Paula Van Beek and Ria Soemardjo.
Jade Dewi Tyas Tunggal returns to Hobart with the stunning dance performance Opal Vapour. Created across two countries – Australia and Indonesia – invoking classical Javanese court-dance instilled with the mystical influence of Indonesian trance-possession ritual. Opal Vapour is a mesmerising new contemporary dance work exploring deep connections between human origins and nature, rites of passage and embodiment in performance.
“This is a celebration of heritage begun with the chime of a bell and hallowed by the melancholy song.” Jordan Beth Vincent, The Age
Details here:
Arts | What's OnThis Ella is no ordinary rock princess!
Paula Xiberras
09.05.13 8:58 am
This Ella is a rock princess with attitude that puts a very different spin on fairytales in her new album ‘In Tongues’ out on June 28.
In the new album ‘In Tongues’ Ella has studied the archetypes present in fairytales and the fact that many are more bloody in their original conception than the watered down versions we present to children.
The delightful Ella Hooper visited Tassie twice last year including the New Year in January. The visits saw her as a tourist sampling the food, scenery and of course MONA. Ella also visited Franklin Town Hall which is now the Palais Theatre.
Ella says she loves the ‘Awesome’ combination of the traditional natural attractions of Tasmania and it’s acclaimed cultural attractions, including of course MONA.
It’s been a busy time for Ella, promoting her new album ‘In Tongues’ and her new single ‘Haxxan’ a word which translates as witches in Scandinavian. And of course some fairy-tales have their origin in Scandinavia. There is a stunning clip to Haxxan in which Ella seems to be in a trance or possessed of something unworldly as she dances uninhibited. It’s what’s we don’t see that fuels our imagination.
There is also a song on the album called the ‘Red Shoes’ which takes a twist to the fairytale, Instead of portraying the female protagonist as someone to be punished for her ambition Ella gives no apologies for such ambition. In a world where Ella says female singers are either the sex kitten or the fey soft, folksy, gentle ukulele playing musician, Ella is a young woman exploring personal and feminine power but she is also able to admit she doesn’t have it all worked out.
Ella talks with me about the darkness and light of the album ‘In Tongues’. I comment to her about Haxxan’s openness to interpretation and how she feels about Morris Gleitzman’s comment of ‘magic spaces’ where the author or creator and observer meet and the very personal communication that takes place. Ella tells me she is a big fan of Morris Gleitzman and agrees with the communication that takes place between the artist and the audience. Indeed communication is something Ella loves. I suggest Ella is an author at heart and she tells me that writing was her childhood ambition. Ella has acted and also dappled in what she says is ‘kooky’ painting. True to her interest in communication Ella tells me she has interest and ambition to work in media so watch out for her.
Ella will have a residency in Melbourne for a couple of months after she launches her single on April 26. Ella will further the launch with a gig at the Worker’s Club on Thursday May 9th supported by ‘Spender.’
Soon after, hopefully we will see her perform in Tasmania.
Stream the single, Häxan here:
http://soundcloud.com/ellahooper
View the clip for Häxan here:
http://youtu.be/2y0WJNs_bnk
Buy tickets to The Workers Club gig on May 9:
http://www.theworkersclub.com.au/ 1300
Paula Xiberras
09.05.13 8:56 am
Melbourne based band Buchanan are set to release their debut album Human Spring on May 10.
I chatted to one of the band members Josh Simons about Tasmania, the single, new album and how Buchanan got their name.
Josh tells me he has only been to Tasmania once at an ‘awesome’ boat show with his parents. The show is of course ‘The Wooden Boat Festival’ and he tells me his folks got themselves a boat and sailed across Bass Strait with it! Josh would love to make a return visit and with the album soon to be released that seems a likely event.
I ask Josh about the evolution of the bands name and he tells me the name came about because it evokes no strong mental image. It was the name favoured by most members of the band.
A little research tells me that the name Buchanan originates from the Scottish meaning ‘seat of the canon’ and although the album is not ecclesiastical in nature it attempts to appeal to the ability of ordinary people to rally and is optimistic for humanity.
The album and single were inspired by what the guys sensed as a rallying and an energy among ordinary people for peace and for helping each other and as the title suggests ‘hope springs eternal’.
The songs about conflict juxtaposed with love songs together, demonstrate the strength of love .
After the launch Buchanan hope to embark on a full national tour in September which will include Tasmania. Josh confides in me that the band was offered a tour opportunity to Tasmania last year which they had to turn down as they were still working on the album but Josh is keen to sail back to Tassie in September, so watch this space.
In the meantime you can sample Human Spring.
Watch the lyric video for Human Spring::
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NoQeAMSE3M8
Download the free Human Spring single::
http://emailunlock.com/buchananband/human-¬‐spring-¬‐1
NEW ALBUM HUMAN SPRING AVAILABLE ON ITUNES MAY 10
http://www.buchananband.com
https://itunes.apple.com/au/artist/buchanan/id377217481
Moonah Arts Centre: L’Esprit de Django
Michael McLaughlin Community Cultural Development Officer Glenorchy City Council
08.05.13 6:52 pm
Moonah Arts Centre’s popular 2013 Friday Night Concert Series continues on Friday the 10th of May with gypsy jazz trio, L’Esprit de Django
L’Esprit de Django: comprise local musicians Alan Welsh and Julius Schwing, each taking Lead and Rhythm guitar roles, along with Hamish Houston on Double Bass.
As a gypsy jazz band, the audience can expect a lively rendition of 1920’s and 1930’s songs, inspired by the late great Django Reinhardt, including All of Me, Minor Swing, Beginning to See the Light, The World’s Waiting for the Sunrise, Honeysuckle Rose, etc…
Last August, the band had its premiere at ‘Hot August Jazz’ and followed up by appearing at the Hobart Jazz Club’s November club night. Audiences have responded enthusiastically to the catchy tunes and vibrant renditions of the songs, whether or not they are familiar with the material (but most people are surprised at how many of these songs they know or have heard!).
As the name suggests, this band does not aim to duplicate what Django Reinhardt did - he had a violinist as well - but to emulate his spirit which was big-hearted, generous and imaginative. He set a new trend in the Jazz world by using gypsy-inspired improvisation in combination with Jazz Standards…and L’Esprit de Django hopes to set a new trend in Hobart with the revival of these timeless, vigorous melodies.
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Where: Moonah Arts Centre, 65 Hopkins St Moonah
When: Friday May 10
Times: Doors open from 7pm for a 7:30pm start
Entry by Gold Coin Donation
Emma Bett, Bett Gallery
08.05.13 2:53 pm
Opening Friday 10 May from 6pm til 8pm.
Exhibition continues to 31 May
Mirusia, Australia’s Songbird Secret - Now There’s a Voice
Carolyn McDowall, Muse News, thecultureconcept circle
08.05.13 2:36 pm
When it was ‘Time to Say Goodbye’ to Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands the ‘Angel of Australia’ was chosen by renowned Dutch violinist, conductor, and composer André Rieu to convey a message of love to the Royal family at Amsterdam.
Arts | What's On
Entries in ‘the churchie’ emerging art prize close May 10
the churchie national emerging art prize 2013
07.05.13 2:09 pm
Emerging artists across Australia have until Friday May 10 to enter the churchie national emerging art prize 2013.
Gaining an enviable reputation over the last 26 years for talent-spotting breakthrough emerging artists, ‘the churchie’ offers the overall winner a non-acquisitive cash prize of $15,000, donated by prize money sponsor, Brand+Slater Architects.
This national competition is open to emerging artists with or without specialised training in their field, who are at an early stage of their careers, are Australian citizens or residents, and are aged 18 years and older.
Entrants vying for the 2013 prize can submit up to three works, completed in the 12 months prior to 4 March 2013, for an entry fee is $35.
Entries are made online at http://www.churchieemergingart.com and must be submitted by midnight on May 10. Artists simply register their application and upload images of their artwork.
On May 27 the finalists will be advised of their selection for ‘the churchie’ exhibition, which runs for eight weeks, from July 12 to September 7 at the Griffith University Art Gallery (GUAG) at South Bank in Brisbane.
The overall winner of ‘the churchie’ will be announced at the official opening and prize announcement reception at GUAG on Friday July 26.
KEY DATES FOR ‘the churchie’ in 2013
Entries close: 10 May 2013
Exhibition of finalists’ works: 12 July – 7 September 2013
Official Opening + Prize Announcement: 26 July 2013
Exhibition venue: Griffith University Art Gallery
Queensland College of Art
226 Grey Street, South Bank
Enquiries:
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More information:
http://www.churchieemergingart.com
Download:
Facts_the_churchie_national_emerging_art_prize.pdf
It’s on again…. the designed;made designers’ market!
George Harris
03.05.13 3:39 pm
It’s on again…. the designed;made designers’ market!
This Sunday in the Princes Walf No. 1 shed (near Salamanca)
See a snapshot here: http://www.fda.com.au/designedmade.htm
designed; made will as always, feature a mix of furniture, jewellery, ceramics, glass, fashion, homewares, accessories, gifts and more, from over 50 of Tasmania’s best artisans and designers.
There will be lots of new work from designers who haven’t been part of designed; made before, as well as quite a few familiar faces. The furniture design students from UTAS are back, and for the first time there will be musical interludes on Tasmanian designed and made guitars and violins.
We hope you will be able to come down and see the work, meet the makers, or just catch up with friends for a fine coffee from Shoebox Cafe and yummy food from Urban Bounty and Mountain Pepper Pizzas
We’ll be open from 9.30am till 3.30pm.
I have attached a couple of images of previous markets, as well as some images of Mark Gilbert’s guitars, which feature superb Tasmanian timbers and Tasmanian themes such as the Thylacine and the Spotted Quoll. Mark is achieving international sales with his signature guitars, including for Los Angeles-based Wolf Mail and Hong Kong Blues artist Tommy Chung, as well as Australian identities including Steve Balbi of Noiseworks.
See Mark’s website: http://www.markgilbertguitars.com.au See also the website of Hobart-based violin maker Adam Edwards, who will be displaying and demonstrating his violins at this Sunday’s designed;made market: http://www.tasmanianviolins.com.au
Please forward this to anyone you feel should know and attend!
cheers,
George
Launceston, Hobart: Australian Burlesque Festival
Australian Burlesque Festival
03.05.13 7:34 am
The Australian Burlesque Festival
LAUNCESTON
Wednesday 12th June 2013 – Launceston Country Club
The Australian Burlesque Festival 2013 will tour the nation throughout the month of June showcasing classic glamour, exciting neo-burlesque and sizzling strip-tease!
For the first time the festival will be rolling into Launceston for one night only and promises to ruffle some feathers with a night like no other! Some of the world’s brightest stars in burlesque, as well as the finest Australian burlesque has to offer, will be shimmying and shaking in the Apple Isle!
The bursting popularity of the burlesque revival is in full swing around the globe with Burlesque Festivals and competitions in all major cities. Australian burlesque is internationally recognised for its unique and brazen flavour of theatrical, glamorous and avant-garde burlesque. The Australian Burlesque Festival brings you the best local artists as well as international burlesque stars!
Founded and Directed by Dolores Daiquiri and Rosy Rabbit The Australian Burlesque Festival is a unique community based experience uniting burlesque artists all over the country and the globe in a tour of sizzling showcases, workshops and industry awards.
When: Wednesday 12th June 2013
Where: Country Club Ave Prospect Vale TAS 7250
Doors: open 7pm for 8pm show
Dress code: Cocktail attire
Rowed seating: $35 + booking fee
General Admission (no seating): $30 + booking fee
More information: http://www.australianburlesquefest.com
“One of Sydney’s top ten Burlesque events!” – Timeout Sydney
“There is something for everyone at The Australian Burlesque Festival” – Everguide.com
“Tonight we attended The Australian Burlesque Festival. What a glam-glorious night starring Australia’s best performers!” - The Dusk Zone Blogger
“Sensual, divine, wicked, sassy, witty, sultry, absolutely AMAZING performances by the Queens of Burlesque at the Australian Burlesque Festival Sydney night! Ladies… you are magnificent!”
- Australian Burlesque Calendar
The Australian Burlesque Festival
HOBART
Thursday 13th June 2013 – Wrest Point Casino
The Australian Burlesque Festival 2013 will tour the nation throughout the month of June showcasing classic glamour, exciting neo-burlesque and sizzling strip-tease!
Once again the festival will be rolling into Hobart for one night only and promises to ruffle some feathers with a night like no other! Some of the world’s brightest stars in burlesque, as well as the finest Australian burlesque has to offer, will be shimmying and shaking in the Apple Isle!
The bursting popularity of the burlesque revival is in full swing around the globe with Burlesque Festivals and competitions in all major cities. Aus¬tralian burlesque is internationally recognised for its unique and brazen flavour of theatrical, glamorous and avant-garde burlesque. The Australian Burlesque Festival brings you the best local artists as well as international burlesque stars!
Founded and Directed by Dolores Daiquiri and Rosy Rabbit The Australian Burlesque Festival is a unique community based experience uniting burlesque artists all over the country and the globe in a tour of sizzling showcases, workshops and industry awards.
When: Thursday 13th June 2013
Where: Wrest Point Casino
Doors: open 7pm for 8pm show
Dress code: Cocktail attire
Rowed seating:
General Admission:
More information: http://www.australianburlesquefest.com
“One of Sydney’s top ten Burlesque events!” – Timeout Sydney
“There is something for everyone at The Australian Burlesque Festival” – Everguide.com
“Tonight we attended The Australian Burlesque Festival. What a glam-glorious night starring Australia’s best performers!” - The Dusk Zone Blogger
“Sensual, divine, wicked, sassy, witty, sultry, absolutely AMAZING performances by the Queens of Burlesque at the Australian Burlesque Festival Sydney night! Ladies… you are magnificent!”
- Australian Burlesque Calendar
Find out more about The Australian Burlesque Festival:
Website: https://australianburlesquefest.com
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/australianburlesquefest
Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/AustBurlesqueFest
Arts | What's OnBett Gallery • 369 Elizabeth Street • North Hobart • Hobart, Tasmania 7000
02.05.13 6:56 am
Patrick Grieve, Fields Edge, Sassafras 2013, oil on linen, 153 x 153 cm, $5 500 enquire about this work:
Collectors all over Australia are making the most the of COLLECT Scheme. Are you?
The COLLECT Art Purchase Scheme is a 12 month, interest-free loan scheme to enable the purchase of contemporary Tasmanian art.
If you are an Australian resident, then you are eligible to apply for a loan under the COLLECT Art Purchase Scheme. The scheme is the first of its kind in Australia and aims to support the Tasmanian visual arts sector by encouraging the export of Tasmanian artwork. COLLECT can be used to purchase original Tasmanian paintings, photographs, sculptures, works on paper, ceramics and new media.
The minimum loan amount is $750 and the maximum is $7 875. No deposit is required. Artworks can be taken home immediately on approval and enjoyed whilst paying off the work.
You could be enjoying these works on your own walls within the week using the COLLECT scheme.
ArtsSteven Joyce Director Despard Gallery
01.05.13 4:27 pm
Dear friends of Despard Gallery,
A reminder of our stunning exhibition that opens tonight!
We hope you can join us @ 6pm!
Here is a preview snapshot of the installation!
Gallery view, Anne-France Fulgence / Lucienne Rickard 1/5/13
Preview online here:
http://www.despard-gallery.com.au
Despard Gallery
15 Castray Esplanade
Hobart Tasmania Australia 7000
http://www.despard-gallery.com.au
ph +61 3 62238266
fax +61 3 62236496
Camilleri’s Creative Confidence
Paula Xiberras
01.05.13 7:00 am
Having recently returned from a visit to Malta I am excited to be interviewing Maltese Australian musician Joe Camilleri, soon to visit Tasmania as part of the APIA Time of your life tour, together with Daryl Braithwaite, Ross Wilson, and James Reyne. He believes the combination of songwriters and pop stars is a good mix. Apart from humorously timing Daryl’s rendition of Horses to ten minutes!, the guys are getting on very well with no dramas just support for each other.
Joe loves visiting Tasmania as both a performer and a tourist. He believes Tassie is undervalued and reminisces on some great gigs he had in Tassie last year, including a people packed afternoon show at the Republic Bar, as well as taking part in Rock Whiz, combining as part of a wonderful weekend in Tassie.
While we are speaking Joe is taking care of his little daughter Aurora, although beautiful as her name suggests she doesn’t always share the ‘sleepy’ nature of her namesake.
In fact Aurora has a little incident with a painting on the wall as we speak and it prompts Joe to get talking about Mona, a place he hasn’t yet been able to visit but would love to and he would also love the opportunity to perhaps perform there.
Joe comes from a musical family, with his sister playing the piano, older brother the accordion, his mum a singer and dad a tuba player. Joe says rather than musicians he believes the family were music fans.
He calls his love for all the arts as a tapestry, and sees a clear connection between the visual and musical arts. His interest stretches to architecture and fashion. Joe says if he hadn’t been a musician he might have been an architect, drawing the comparison with constructing a song something like how an architect constructs a building. Making a sound foundation and solving problems that may come up during the process of creativity. Joe enjoys communication through his music and also on a broader base communicating and chatting to people.
On this tour Joe aims not to play safe, yes, there will be some of his hit songs like ‘Harley and Rose’ but he’s also going to showcase some songs from his new album due to be released soon. He realises it can be a little dangerous to go into uncharted territory but he has a great belief in the energy a new song produces.
He admits to sometimes ‘falling over’ but he says he doesn’t mind taking the chance.
At the moment Joe is working with Vince Jones and Vikki Bull on a show in Melbourne paying homage to Van Morrison.
And what does Joe hope for Aurora’s possible future career? Well, Joe says Aurora has perfect pitch and takes after her mum, also a singer, but does Joe want her to enter the music industry? He says there are too many singers and he’d prefer her to be a doctor.
Joe feels very blessed with his career and is still doing a 130 shows a year with no plans to retire which bodes well for Joe’s continuing love of, and visits, both as a performer and tourist to Tasmania.
You can see Joe and his talented friends Ross Wilson, Daryl Braithwaite and James Reyne at the Hobart casino on Friday 3 May 2013. The Country Club concert on 4 May 2013 is sold out.
TESTING GROUND Curated by Dr Julie Gough
Tracy Broomhall Gallery Administration Officer | Devonport Regional Gallery | Devonport City Council
28.04.13 9:19 am
Testing Ground is a CAST touring exhibition initiated by Salamanca Arts Centre in Hobart. Twelve artists from Australia and overseas are represented in the exhibition which opens at the Devonport Regional Gallery on Friday 10 May at 6 pm.
Testing Ground represents artists’ insights into actual and invented realities that relate to identity, place and cultural influences. The exhibition consists of large and intimate scale projections, photography, installation and sculptural works. The participating artists have created work that tests both the boundaries of identity and the possibilities of representation utilising varied techniques and cognitive experiences including humour, strangeness, charm and reflection. Identity and place manifest as physical, material or psychological phenomena.
Curator Dr Julie Gough will present a floor talk at 12 pm on Saturday 11 May. The Gallery will run concurrent education and public programs throughout the exhibition. For further information please contact the Gallery on 6424 8296.
Testing Ground is a Salamanca Arts Centre exhibition toured by CAST.
Contemporary Art Spaces Tasmania (CAST) is supported by the Australian Government through the Australia Council, its principle arts funding body, and by the Visual Arts and Craft Strategy, an initiative of the Australian, State and Territory Governments, and is assisted through Arts Tasmania by the Minister for the Arts.
Salamanca Arts Centre is supported by the Hobart City Council and through the Tasmanian State Government. The exhibition is supported by the Australian Government through the Australia Council, its principle arts funding body, through Arts Tasmania by the Minister for the Arts and CAST Exhibition Development Fund.
Devonport Regional Gallery 45-47 Stewart St Devonport 7310
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Mon–Fri 10–5 pm|Sat 12–5 pm|Sun & Public Holidays 1–5 pm
Paula Xiberras
28.04.13 6:46 am
It’s not many music artists that will leave the interview with the promise of supplying you with some scones for your mum but that is the way John McNicholl works.
The former pastry chef and premiere Irish country music artist who toured Australia for an one off performance last year is set to return with a more extended tour later this year or early next year.
I was one of the lucky guests at John’s first musical weekend in Claremorris, Mayo, Ireland recently. It was a pleasant surprise for all patrons dining in the little Irish pub at the hotel to be welcomed individually and personally by John, this personal touch too is part of how John works. He thinks its important to make an effort.
He tells me he prefers to surround himself with a happy and caring staff, part of this is due to his family and the lessons they have taught him that keep him grounded. He recounts to me memories of his own mum and dad, not well off financially themselves, and with 15 children to raise, donating some of their own belongings to people in the community much worse off than themselves. This lesson resonated with John and he tells me he hopes to emulate their kindness himself someday.
Its the family focus and down to earth dealings that sees John name Dolly Parton, herself part of a large family (one less than John’s own family he reminds me!), as someone he would like to duet with. He mentions to me how Dolly sometimes visits rural pubs in Ireland in disguise and does some impromptu performances. This kind of down to earth attitude is very much part of John’s persona and evidenced in the fact prior to his own performance on the last day of the weekend he took to the dance floor with fans!
It’s not just singing and dancing that John is skilled at. As a former baker John still bakes about 3 times a week, mainly for himself and family. It was his casual mention of the fact he had just baked scones for his Mum and family that prompted me to say my Mum was also a scone eater and John’s offer to provide some for her.
Another regular habit for John is to say his prayers before each show as without doing so he wouldn’t feel ready to go on stage. Sometimes he sits for an hour in church. He’s not an overt ‘bible basher’ but his faith is important to him, as is the prayer ritual he keeps.
We discuss Australia and how John believes the relaxed attitude of Australians is very like the Irish and of course of the many Irish now in Australia and all the GAA and Mayo tops (he saw when he was here last year), sported by patrons on Bondi beach.
Johns dream is to one day perform at the Sydney opera house, a place he found very inspiring when he visited.
‘Come on dance’, John’s latest self-penned sensational single has already been picked up by a singer in Barcelona and John’s eager to see what the interpretation will be like. He finds it a great honour to have his song recorded by another artist.
John has also written 8 or 9 new songs that will be showcased on his forthcoming album. The songs will nicely fit into his country style although John has also written contemporary songs that remain on the back-burner at the moment as he looks to cater for his large country music fan base.
John has also ventured into television co hosting Celtic Note (http://www.celticnote.com) with fellow Irish artist Sandy Kelly. John and Sandy show a mix of music videos and interview the artists showcasing different artist each week. John muses on what he’s going to say on an upcoming episode when he has to talk about his own video clips!
The Irish dance concerts such as the ones we are attending are a little different to the conventional concert in that patrons are invited to dance right from the start of proceedings rather than toward the end of the concert. John believes a mixture of both the ‘dance’ and conventional concert formats have helped him develop his abilities as a performer although he does have a leaning towards the more conventional concert format.
John’s heroes in music are fellow Irish entertainers Daniel O’Donnell, Maura O’Connell, Dolores Keane and Margo, he has great respect for all of them and their achievements.
Perhaps a little inkling to John’s nature can be seen in the origin of the McNicholl name from the Viking settlers of Scotland and from the name Nicholas, of the saint who became famous for giving. Whether it be scones or songs, John and the McNicholl family are very giving people.
John should be very proud of his achievements and the way he is conducting his career. Hopefully we will see some of that very personal approach to performing out here in Australia either later this year or early next year.
John’s first live DVD “John McNicholl Live”is out now and available at http://www.tmusiconline.com/ and selected stores.
