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layers Theatre will kick off a wonderful year of productions in 2014 with The Wizard Of Oz. Opening on January 10 and running until February 2, 2014 at Players Theatre Port Macquarie, a wonderful cast will make audiences laugh, scream and realise ‘there’s no place like home’ as they tell the story of this much loved family classic. Players Theatre President Peter Dransfield says, “2014 will be our best season yet.” After The Wizard Of Oz, Players present the masterful dark comedy God Of Carnage from March 14 - 30. The High School Musical, featuring a very talented young cast runs from May 9 to June
1, then it’s back to suspense and drama with The Gingerbread Lady from July 11 - 27. Mr Dansfield also welcomes a new band of volunteers to the Theatre. “Players is community owned and operated and we encourage people to get involved in their local theatre. Whether it’s in the technical area, treading the boards, or assisting with back stage, many people kick start their interest in the theatrical arts in our theatre. If you’re new to town, come along to Players at 33a Lord Street, check out a show and speak with the volunteers, and you’ll be introduced into a new world of magic – the Theatre! For more information, visit www.playerstheatre.org.au
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im Bonython's independent surf movie tour initiative is back with the AMAYSIM ASMF, presented by GoPro tour in January - February 2014 with two incredible movies – The Journey and Encoded. Now in its 11th year, the festival is touring Australia with up to 30 stops around the Australian coastline. Each venue provides a unique surf movie experience incorporating local businesses, surfers and music. Tim Bonython’s previous film, Immersion the Movie won two prestigious Awards at the 2013 New York Surf Film Festival held in New York last week, for Best Feature Film and Best Cinematography. Immersion the movie was the only film to win two awards on the night. Director Tim Bonython talks about the AMAYSIM Australian Surf Movie Festival. "Each year I am searching for the greatest
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moments the ocean can offer. When it comes to surfers versus nature and the pure exhilaration of what the ocean can deliver, the Southern Hemisphere has the greatest playground of options on the planet. It's seasonal, but there are always so many amazing options to surf and shoot."
the plug! Pre-Book now and save Venue: Glasshouse Date: Sunday 12 January at 6pm Tickets: www.asmf.net.au Cost: Adult $25 Group of 4 (min) $22 per ticket Family of 4 (2 adults + 2 kids) $75 Children (under 15) $15 Pensioner $20
Movement Studios, based in Laurieton, had a massive year in 2013 with a sell out show at the Glasshouse, representation at the Australian Dance Festival and several students leaving to pursue full-time dance and personal training careers. As the name suggests though, the school is not standing still, and 2014 is shaping up to be even bigger and better than ever before. Founded just 3 years ago, the studio has quickly become a powerhouse, with its student numbers increasing and the technique and artistry within the students growing rapidly. This year the school will be expanding its focus on strength and technique with dedicated strength training in each class, specialist technique sessions, winter workshops with some of the premier dancers and instructors in Australia and Australian Industry Training Qualifications
through the school. In addition to this, the studio will be offering Pilates classes for a range of ages and expanding its availability of Personal Training Services for adults. The studio has a vision of bringing 'Big City' dance and artistry to the Hastings region. It is founded on three core principles, which are 'Move, Inspire, Achieve'. This philosophy underpins every class and service the studio offers. The classes have a focus on collaboration, shared learning and artistry and are non-competitive. Enrolments are now being accepted for the 2014 Season in all disciplines – Ballet, Jazz, Funk, Hip-hop, Contemporary, technique, strength training, Pilates and Personal Training. Contact Jo on 0415 246 508 or sales@movement-studios.com