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Tell me about the kids in the Byron Youth Theatre and what they bring to the production?
The cast of Gone Tomorrow are exceptional young people. They consider BYT to be ‘a well-functioning family’. We all care as through our closed Facebook page. Every member has my very deeply for each other. The cast of nine ranges from 14 to phone number and know they can call any time. 21, many of whom sing, dance and play musical instruments. How did you develop this show? Whom did you speak to to We are including some of these media in the play. I am truly inform the work? blessed to work with such amazing creatives. The issues we get to explore in each production not only develop each person’s We always conduct research, connect with local services and awareness and understanding; it bonds us. It is a journey of interview and survey other young people and community members for every production. We experimented with abstract exploration and development on a professional and personal level. The sharing circles are a favourite as there are limited exercises to connect with the feelings of those who feel places where young people can really talk about issues. The confused and overwhelmed by challenges as well as others BYT cast are smart, intelligent and talented,. Everyone has who are trying to assist people with mental-health issues. The support of headspace and StandBy support after suicide, as well contributed so much to the development of this production. as Peter Chown and local school counsellors, have been our THERE WILL BE THREE PERFORMANCES AT THE DRILL ‘rock’. These people are dealing with such issues every day and HALL THEATRE IN MULLUMBIMBY: SATURDAY 9 been a vital resource both in supporting us as well as for script DECEMBER 2PM WITH GUEST SPEAKER ROSE HOGAN development. It has taken us longer to develop a complex FROM STANDBY SUPPORT AFTER-SUICIDE SERVICE, 6PM storyline that portrays incremental life challenges for the main WITH TRAUMA COUNSELLOR MICHELLE WALTER, AND character as well as exposing the effect of a suicide and the SUNDAY 10TH AT 6PM WITH LOCAL PSYCHOLOGIST importance of getting support. There has been a lot of testing PETER CHOWN. EACH SPEAKER WILL GIVE A REGIONAL and trying out even after the initial script was written. I believe PERSPECTIVE, INFORMATION ABOUT SERVICES AND A we have achieved a dynamic and powerful play with important BRIEF Q&A. messages for our community.
The play Gone Tomorrow is based on a compilation of real stories, showing how a combination of stressful events can lead someone to suicidal ideation and how important it is to notice and take action. includes stylised scenes as well music.
The play and dramatic as live
CAROLS BY THE SEA Christmas is a time for gathering together with friends, family and loved ones to sing some of your favourite Christmas carols, and what better location than the world-famous beach of Byron Bay? Byron Bay Carols by the Sea is here again, presented by the combined churches of Byron Bay, and directed by awardwinning jazz and gospel music artist Sharny Russell, whose band will also provide music for the event. Carols by the Sea is a free family event held at Apex Park in beautiful Byron Bay, on the beach end of Jonson Street Byron Bay, opposite the Beach Hotel.
AUDIO VIXEN
Carols by the Sea starts at 6.30pm, Friday 8 December, and will feature Byron’s iconic djembe drumming, school choirs and of course an appearance by Santa. Flameless candles will be for sale at the event.
HEADLINERS! The Headliners Chorus would love you to join them on Saturday afternoon 9 December 2017 at 3pm at the Ballina RSL Club’s Level One Auditorium for an afternoon of fun, singing and harmony, featuring new repertoire, old favourites and some seasonal songs to begin the countdown to Christmas.
ALL THRU FROM 5PM WITH
MUSICAL BINGO 7:30PM DIFFERENT FOODIES EVERY TUESDAY
Tickets are $15 with show at 3pm.
Mark Sw Alternative Prime Another Slightly-Drunk-Ted-Talk TM Like, who among us would be PM?!?
Sibling trio Audio Vixen presents a stunning salute to some of the music industry’s greatest classic rock artists such as The Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, Queen, Bruce Springsteen and many more. As seen on The X Factor, Audio Vixen display an electrifying stage presence, treating the audience to a concertstyle production while listening to hits that have shaped the classic rock era. With unbelievable harmonies, which have become their signature sound, they put their stamp on a range of classic rock favourites such as Hotel California, Go Your Own Way, Ventura Highway, Somebody to Love as well as other great songs. During the show Ross performs a fabulous rendition of the Santana classic Black Magic Woman, showcasing his incredible guitar talents. Ria and Christine send the show into overdrive with a dedication to Blondie, singing Call Me and Heart of Glass.
7.30pm
Thu 7 Dec Half the PROCEEDS goes to help REF
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Finally in a highlight that brings the crowd to their feet, Audio Vixen take on one of the classic rock giants Queen and pay special tribute to frontman Freddie Mercury. The show is brought to life with great visual effects and a superb music production. The Classic Rock Show is one of the best shows your audience will see. Audio Vixen dinner and show at the Ballina RSL 16 Dec.
JONES & PASSFIELD With a flair for the spotlight and an effortless knack to charm, together Jones & Passfield invite you into their cheeky, goodtime boutique show for the young at heart and those that enjoy a spark. Both award-winning artists (Golden Guitar, Music Oz, Tamworth Songwriters Awards, Australian Celtic Awards) charismatically perform hits galore during this singalong, danceathon merry evening. Whether re-visiting all-time greats such as Neil Diamond’s Sweet Caroline, Linda Ronstadt’s Poor Poor Pitiful Me, and Denver’s Thank God I’m a Country Boy or listening to the stories behind the artists’ original works, this lively pair will leave you with a skip in your step and a smile that lingers. Saturday Ballina RSL Bowling Club. Doors 6pm, dinner 7pm. Show 7.30pm with tickets at the Ballina RSL Box Office on 6681 9500.
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