Moonah Arts Centre May + June + July Program 2023

Image: Janice Ross

rana, payngana paliti rrala (STRONG

IN BODY, MIND + SPIRIT)

ABORIGINAL COMMUNITY MEMBERS + ARTISTS FROM NIPALUNA/HOBART

TASMANIAN ABORIGINAL CENTRE

EXHIBIT: FRIDAY 5 MAY – SATURDAY 3 JUNE

rana, payngana paliti rrala (Strong in Body, Mind and Spirit) showcases artwork created by Aboriginal community members and artists across nipaluna/ Hobart in a broad range of artforms and mediums.

These artworks were created during art workshops as part of the rana, payngana paliti rrala (Strong in Body, Mind and Spirit) program facilitated by the Tasmanian Aboriginal Centre. Workshops have included different artform focuses, as well as learning cultural practices on country. The program also included workshops facilitated by well-known Aboriginal artists including Janice Ross, Allan Mansell and Rod Gardner who have shared their skills and passion for art. For many of the artists included in the exhibition, this is their first time creating art. This exhibition celebrates their creative journeys and their individual and collective success.

We will be launching this exhibition at MAC on Friday 5 May from 7.30-9.30pm. We invite the community to attend the show and enjoy a special co-hosted Silent Disco featuring three local DJs (FREE EVENT).

THE YEARNING

MERRI RANDELL, HUGO PIERI + HOBART VOICELAB: QUEER+ALLIES

EXHIBIT: FRI 9 JUNE – SAT 1 JULY

The Yearning is a mesmeric, high-vibration tuning experience of embodied transformation. To ‘tune in’ to the trees’ message, the participant must step out of their reality, spend time in the gallery space and become immersed in this multi-projection, multi-channel, AV installation. The Yearning is a collaboration between cinematic artist Dr Merri Randell, conductor/composer Hugo Pieri, Hobart VoiceLab: Queer+Allies and iconic trees of kunanyi. The amazing multi-channel, looping, harmonic soundscape presents a complex and ever-changing conversation with trees to ensure each participant’s experience is unique and personal.

Hobart VoiceLab:Queer+Allies is generously supported by the Bellendena Small Grants Scheme.

Image 5 credit line: Randell, ‘The Yearning: Mamma’, 2023, Still from AV installation. Image: Courtesy of the artist.

WITH MYSELF KATE MARSHALL

EXHIBIT: FRIDAY 9 JUNE – SATURDAY 1 JULY

with myself ruminates and speaks on the artist’s unfolding sexuality, the fullness of desire and connection. Specifically, the soft sculptural works respond to her recently realised bisexuality – resting, pulling and playing with the broad concept of ‘making love’. Having been single for many years, in this body of work Kate examines intertwined narratives of solitude and emerging desire. Muddling around in the space between sensuality and sexuality, her work processes the ebb and flow of happiness, loneliness and disorienting new desire.

Kate Marshall, Pleasure Inside Out, 2022, repurposed fabrics. Image: courtesy of the artist.

BOOBAH BOOSCA I AM AND BURNING SUNSHINE

MATTHEW DEAN

EXHIBIT: FRIDAY 9 JUNE – SATURDAY 1 JULY

Matthew is always in the moment – both in the drawing and creating process, and in his subject matter. He is constantly asking “What is the time now?”. He explores themes that are relevant to his interests in pop culture and current events in Australian society, absorbing and translating snippets of current news like a sponge. His work depicts national holidays, TV shows, traditions and world-famous events, which he draws and then layers with text. He uses language in an absurd, often humorous way, and his spelling is unique but he translates it so others can share the stories.

Supported by Mosaic Support Services’ ongoing Create program.

Matthew Dean, Ghost tours, weather forecast, sun and hot and cold, clouds, thunder and lightning storms and skies, acrylic paint on paper, 2022

THIS IS MADE IN GREECE KAYE GIAMEOS

EXHIBIT:

FRIDAY 9 JUNE – SATURDAY 1 JULY

Kaye’s work is multifaceted, she makes drawings and sculptures of imagined worlds, often with a mythological aesthetic. Her work has influences from her life in Australia, but is predominantly driven by her longing for and memories of her native Greece. Common themes are Greek landscapes, ornaments, people, boats, the sea and sea creatures. The titles of her drawings reveal the pathos she expresses through these strange, dream-like projections.

Supported by Mosaic Support Services’ ongoing Create program.

Image credit: Kaye Giameos / courtesy of the artist

Back by popular demand, SHE presents a breathtaking lineup of Tasmanian female-identifying performers. Witness a multifaceted showcase of music, visuals, dance, poetry, prose and more. SHE is not to be missed.

DOORS 7PM | SHOW 7.30PM | FRIDAY 9 JUNE | TICKETS $15-$20 MOONAHARTSCENTRE.ORG.AU/SHE

PARKER + LJ PARKS + GABE GARTRELL + MILENA SUAREZ + ERI MULLOOLY-HILL KONISHI

ASRAR–E–KHUDI

HALIMA BHATTI (THE SECRET OF THE SELF)

EXHIBIT: FRIDAY 7 JULY – SATURDAY 5 AUGUST Image credit: Halima Bhatti / Courtesy of the artist.

This exhibition presents a series of Arabic calligraphy artworks (inspired by ancient Islamic art) by Halima Bhatti. Asrar-e-Khudi is a Persian phrase that means The Secret of the Self. The artist relates her journey to this phrase, as it signifies the idea that embracing the systems of the universe originates in the self. This idea was inspired by the 19th-century Persian poet, Allamah Iqbal, whose works mainly revolve around the spiritual and philosophical nature of people and how the recognition of self creates emotional bonds with eternity, empowering the heart, body and soul of the individual as well as society as a whole.

PERSONAL GEOGRAPHY

JOSHUA ANDREE

EXHIBIT: FRIDAY 7 JULY – SATURDAY 5 AUGUST

The oil paintings in Personal Geography identify particular landmarks, focusing on the Quoin Ridge and Meehan Range to the north of nipaluna/Hobart. These sites ground the artist to place and source inspiration for an ongoing investigation of the painted Tasmanian landscape.

Joshua Andree, Untitled, 2023, oil on linen

REMEMBER WHEN JUDY JACKSON

EXHIBIT: FRIDAY 7 JULY – SATURDAY 5 AUGUST

Judy Jackson’s current practice in printmaking and painting emerges from sketches and stories of 19th-21st century Tasmanian history. This exhibiton delves into time and place through a colonial perspective, looking at where people worked and lived in nipaluna/ Hobart. Remember When explores the early industrial transport systems and the lives of new Australians employed in this industry.

Image: Judy Jackson, Kate Bathing, 2018

JAZZ SESSIONS

Featuring two of Tasmania’s newest and most exciting jazz musicians, Sasha Gavlek and Harry Edwards.

Gavlek’s original compositions explore themes of nostalgia, mental health and self-discovery. Expect a mix of high-intensity rhythmic ideas, alongside luscious melodies and soulful improvisation. Harry Edwards draws on influences from Jazz Manouche, film and video game scores, modern jazz and classical music. The Quartet will feature a combination of composed sections juxtaposed with playful improvisation.

DOORS 7.30PM | SHOW 8PM |

FRIDAY 7 JULY |

TICKETS $15-$20

MOONAHARTSCENTRE.ORG.AU/JAZZ

Image: Trudi Meure

HARRY EDWARDS TRIO + SASHA GAVLEK QUARTET

MOONAHARTSCENTRE.ORG.AU/KIDS

J U LY S C H O O L H O L I D A Y S

WORKSHOPS + FAMILY FUN OPEN DAY

TUESDAY 11 JULY – FRIDAY 21 JULY

Keep young minds and hands busy during the July school holidays and nurture your child’s creativity and love for performance and visual arts. Check out our full program of creative workshops, including stop motion animation, Arabic calligraphy, realistic landscape painting and more.

Plus, come along to our FREE Family Fun Open Day for a range of activities including art, movement and more. For full details and to book, visit the MAC website.

QUEST FOR THE EMERALD COMPASS

MOONAH ARTS CENTRE + THIS THEATRE COMPANY

FRIDAY 14 JULY – SUNDAY 16 JULY

Captain Limebeard seeks the legendary Emerald Compass! The compass is said to lead to hidden treasure. But Captain Limebeard’s evil first mate, Bitters, and Bitters’ lackeys, Soda and Pop, want to find it first! Captain Limebeard must enlist the seasoned adventurers, Scorch and River, to find the Emerald Compass before Bitters.

SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN AGED 5+ TICKETS $15-$45

FOUNTAIN OF KNOWLEDGE

DEMYSTIFYING THE MUSIC INDUSTRY 101

THURSDAY 27 APRIL – THURSDAY 1 JUNE

Join Music Tasmania at Moonah Arts Centre for a series of free industry workshops, designed to elevate Tasmanian musicians’ professional practice. Running on Thursdays over four evenings, workshops cover ways to promote your craft, including writing, engaging media, representing yourself, understanding your worth and more.

All ages are welcome. Register your spot online at: www.musictasmania.org.

This project has been assisted by the Australian Government through the Australia Council, its arts funding and advisory body.

SHARE YOUR ART

APPLICATIONS OPEN 1 JUNE 2023

Apply to present works during Moonah Arts Centre’s 2024 Visual and Performance Arts Program.

MOONAHARTSCENTRE.ORG.AU/OPPORTUNITIES

ABOUT MAC:

Moonah Arts Centre (MAC) acknowledges we are on Muwinina country. We recognise the value of continuing Aboriginal knowledge and cultural practice and acknowledge the contemporary Tasmanian Aboriginal community who continue to maintain their Indigenous rights, identity, and their ancient and irreplaceable culture.

OPENING HOURS:

Tuesday to Friday: 10am to 5pm

Saturday: 10am to 2pm

CONTACT US: 03 6216 6316

mac@gcc.tas.gov.au

@MoonahArtsCentre

FIND US: www.moonahartscentre.org.au 23-27 Albert Rd Moonah Tas 7009

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COVER IMAGE: Matthew Dean, Ghost tours, weather forecast, sun and hot and cold, clouds, thunder and lightning storms and skies, acrylic paint on paper, 2022