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The Listies: ROFLSHALBOWCO Tuesday 30 June
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A bonkers sketch-comedy of epic proportions made just for kids, ROFLSHALBOWCO is jam-packed with magical, gratuitous nuttiness, like the ‘burpershop’ quartet, toilet-paper guns and possibly the world’s most annoying song... The hilarious, multi-award-winning Listies are the maestros of of ‘kidult’ comedy. Book early for this interactive, illogical and irreverent extravaganza, as tickets sell fast! But be warned – The Listies may have you rolling on the floor laughing so hard a little bit of wee comes out! Suitable for children aged 4 and over.
DATE/TIME Tuesday 30 June, 10am & 2pm DURATION 60 minutes (no interval) VENUE Shirley Burke Theatre 64 Parkers Rd, Parkdale SEATING Allocated TICKETS Single $18 Group 4+ $15 BOOK NOW 9556 4440 kingstonarts.com.au
L A U G H I N G S O H A R D W E E C O M E S O U T )
Showcasing extraordinary works produced in under 24-hours, artists and writers of all ages and abilities have created new works in painting, drawing, sculpture, textiles and creative writing, now showing in G1 + G2 at Kingston Arts Centre.
Don’t forget to vote for your favourite visual artwork by visiting the exhibition and completing an entry form. The lucky winner will be announced on Monday 27 April!
OPENING Sunday 15 March, 4–6pm EXHIBITION Monday 16 March – Friday 24 April VIEWER’S CHOICE AWARD ANNOUNCED Monday 27 April VENUE G1 + G2 Kingston Arts Centre 979 Nepean Highway, Moorabbin TICKETS Admission free Full list of 2020 prize winners available at kingstonarts.com.au
2019, Paula Lindley, Les Baux-de-Provence, acrylic on canvas, 13 x 20cm.
After Provence
BY TINA BLACKWELL, STELLA GREIG, PAULA LINDLEY AND GIHAN SADEK After Provence is a group exhibition inspired by the recent travels of artists, Tina Blackwell, Stella Greig, Paula Lindley and Gihan Sadek through the South of France.
Exploring the rich histories of the local region, the artists have wandered in the footsteps of Impressionist Masters: Cezanne, Picasso, Monet and Van Gogh to explore their own sense of colour, technique, and expression. Opening night: Thursday 19 March, 6 – 8pm
Exhibition: Friday 20 March – Saturday 2 May
Venue: G3 Artspace Shirley Burke Theatre 64 Parkers Rd, Parkdale
Tickets: Admission free
Distinct in style and approach, each artist represents a unique facet of their shared journey through a contemporary exhibition of paintings.
2019, Sharon Monagle, Clothesline (detail), acrylic and collage on canvas, 60 x 76 cm.
Metamorphoses: Changes and stages in women’s lives
BY SHARON MONAGLE AND ROSE LUCAS What are the key points of transition in a woman’s life?
Working synergistically, visual artist Sharon Monagle and poet Rose Lucas examine the rich interplay between image and text, exploring themes of change and growth in the lives of women through paintings, poetry, and spoken-word performance.
Sharon Monagle is an abstract expressionist and figurative artist. Rose Lucas is a published poet and academic at Victoria University.
Opening night: Thursday 7 May, 6 – 8pm
Exhibition: Friday 8 May – Saturday 6 June
Venue: G3 Artspace Shirley Burke Theatre 64 Parkers Road, Parkdale
Tickets: Admission free
2017, Jacqui Gordon, A Mobile Public Square, participatory performance at SEVENTH Gallery. Photo by Matto Lucas.
Formerly Née
BY JACQUI GORDON
Formerly Née is a contemporary exhibition by Arts Grant recipient and visual artist, Jacqui Gordon.
The project follows the artist’s journey to connect with her maternal lineage by posing the question, ‘What would my surname be today if the tradition were to take my mother’s name?
Through a series of installation, text and video works, the exhibition draws upon real and imagine narratives to create a feminist collection of herstories and rediscover the stories left behind. Opening night: Wednesday 13 May, 6 – 8pm
Exhibition: Thursday 14 May – Saturday 20 June
Venue: G1 + G2 Kingston Arts Centre 979 Nepean Hwy, Moorabbin
Tickets: Admission free
grants
2020-2021 arts
30 Applications close Friday 27 March 2020 (at midnight)
The City of Kingston invites individual artists, not-for-profit art groups and organisations to apply for an Arts Grant 2020-21.
Arts Project ($1,000 to $5,000) This grant is for art projects that extend professional artists’ practices. Open to emerging and established artists and art groups. Projects must take place in the City of Kingston between August 2020 and June 2021.
Community-based Art Project ($500-$5,000) This grant is for projects that involve the full participation of community members. Open to artists, community arts workers and community groups. Projects must take place in the City of Kingston between between August 2020 and June 2021.
Arts Mentorships and Residencies ($500 to $1,000) For the professional development of arts workers. Applicants must reside in Kingston.
Check the guidelines for your eligibility View the guidelines at: kingstonarts.com.au/opportunities/artsgrants 9556 4457
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Image: 2019, Art Documentation Melbourne, featuring the studio of Rebecca Marshall.
G3 ARTSPACE
Join the Kingston Studio Artist Program in 2020-2021!
Are you an artist looking for a supportive studio space within the City of Kingston?
There are four, open-plan studio spaces available for hire at Kingston Arts Centre. The studios are suitable for artists working in ‘low-risk’ mediums, such as drawing, illustration, digital design, painting, textiles, craft, small sculpture, or writing.
ABOUT OUR STUDIOS: Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible & close to public transport Location: Kingston Arts Centre, 979 Nepean Hwy, Moorabbin Duration of studio license: 1 year Cost per calendar month: $155.00 (incl. GST) Security deposit: $200.00 upfront For more information and to apply please visit: kingstonarts.com.au or contact visualarts@kingston.vic.gov.au
Inspections available: Thursday 7 May, 10am – 11am & 2pm – 3pm or by appointment
Venue: Artist Studios Kingston Arts Centre 979 Nepean Hwy, Moorabbin
Applications close: 30 May 2020
RSVP to: visualarts@kingston.vic.gov.au or 9556 4462
EXHIBITION C ALL OUT KINGSTO N ARTS
THE BRIDGE
G3 ARTSPACE
Image: 2019, Art Documentation Melbourne, featuring works by New Wayfinders, exhibited in Insurge.
Callout for exhibitions at Kingston Arts in 2021!
Kingston Arts is currently seeking applications for both solo and group art exhibitions in 2021!
We aim to provide a dynamic program of visual arts by local, emerging and established artists to explore contemporary art in a supportive environment, which pioneers thoughtprovoking and professional exhibitions. Eligible artistic practices include painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, craft, installation, video, performance and sound.
ABOUT OUR GALLERIES: G3 Artspace prioritises solo and small group exhibitions. Kingston Arts Centre Galleries (G1 + G2) prioritises curated programs and large group exhibitions. For more information and to apply please visit: kingstonarts.com.au or contact visualarts@kingston.vic.gov.au
Venues: G3 Artspace Shirley Burke Theatre 64 Parkers Road, Parkdale
G1 + G2 Kingston Arts Centre 979 Nepean Highway, Moorabbin
Applications close: 30 May 2020
OPTIKA 2020 INVITES PHOTOGRAPHERS OF ALL SKILL LEVELS TO CAPTURE IMAGES OF KINGSTON THAT RESPOND TO THE EVOCATIVE THEME OF ‘CONNECTION’.
All eligible entries will be shown at the Kingston Arts Centre from November 2020, before travelling to DFO for an instore exhibition in early 2021.
ENTRIES OPEN: Monday 4 May ENTRIES CLOSE: Monday 5 October
For full details about the Award and for the announcement of this year’s curatorial committee please visit kingstonarts.com.au.
Natalie Hampson, Frosty Dawn (detail), Photograph, OptiKA 2019.
PRIZES: Best Photography Award $4,000 sponsored by DFO Moorabbin
People’s Choice Award $1,000 sponsored by DFO Moorabbin
Portrait Award $1,000 sponsored by the City of Kingston
Video Award $500 sponsored by the City of Kingston
ENTER FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN OVER $4,000 WORTH OF PRIZES!
COMPETITION ENTRY: Full $25 • Concession $15 EXHIBITION DATES: 11 November – 14 December VENUE: Kingston Arts Centre, 979 Nepean Highway, Moorabbin
