WHAT’S ON

AUSTRALIA’S favourite trash glamour disco circus is on its way with Dirty Laundry, the naughtiest show yet.

Risqué, gender-bending cult cabaret hooligans and mischief makers, Briefs presents an evening of disco dancing, circus, variety and burlesque.

After 10 years of selling out festivals worldwide, the Briefs boys are back with their Hills hoist ready to air their dirty laundry in this new cabaret.

Led by Fez Faanana aka Shivanana and featuring a line-up of classic Briefs boys, this will be a night of intoxifying physicality, gob-smacking comedy, unapologetic truths, and ridiculous showmanship.

Expect risqué fan dancing, lightning quick quips, and seriously sexy stunts.

The burlesque boys show is for 18-plus audiences.

Redland Performing Arts Centre, Cleveland. October 29 and 30. Tickets from $32. Bookings call RPAC Box Office 3829 8131 or visit rpac.com.au (booking fees $5 by phone and $6 online.

LYCEUM CLUB INVITATION TO OPEN NIGHT

THE Lyceum Club Brisbane, a women’s club that has been in Brisbane for more than 102 years, is inviting guests to an open club evening.

The Lyceum is a place where women gather in the CBD to share common interests and partake in life-long learning.

It is apolitical and nonsectarian. MAESTRO Patrick Pickett has crafted a concert with a Carnival of Venice theme for the Queensland Pops Orchestra’s 37th annual New Year’s Eve concert.

In the Pops tradition, the atmosphere will be packed with virtuosity, colour and movement.

Joining Patrick and the Pops Orchestra are a star cast of exceptional and gifted musicians – internationally-renowned tenor Rosario La Spina, mezzosoprano Milijana Nikolic and dramatic soprano Elizabeth Lewis. The trio will bring highlights of operatic music.

Ballroom dancers will again grace the stage in a Viennese waltz. After the stage spectacular, head up to the QPAC rooftop to hear Bruce Grice pipe in the New Year at the exclusive black-tie champagne and nibbles.

Tickets are limited and early booking is advisable.

As has become tradition, there will be two performances of the New Year’s Eve Gala concert – at 5.30pm and 9pm.

Patrick Pickett, artistic and technical support staff, specialist artists and dedicated players make up an orchestra that can guarantee an unforgettable night of colourful, superior music from the Queensland Pops Orchestra.

QPAC Concert Hall. December 31, 5.30pm and 9pm. Bookings qpac.com.au or call 136 246 Visit qldpops.com

Monthly daytime activities include art, books, cinema, mahjong, music, design and handicraft, poetry, travel, theatre, writing, singing, walking and the Sunshine Circle with bi-monthly guest speaker forums.

There are monthly evening activities, Le Cercle Francais, Evening Circle and special events during the year.

The Open Club Evening is a chance to interact with other members and guests and to find out more about the club. Refreshments will be provided.

Lyceum Club Brisbane, Level 4, 99 Creek St. Friday October 22, 5.30pm. RSVP: events@ lyceumbrisbane.org.au Visit lyceumbrisbane.org.au or follow on Facebook.

Redland Performing Arts Centre and Sweet Thunder Jazz Orchestra present

Redland Performing Arts Centre presents

POPS PREPARES TO DAZZLE FOR NEW YEAR

Lovers of dance and music rejoice!

Sundays are set to swing at RPAC with a three-hour blast of some of the world’s greatest swing tunes performed by the 13-piece titans of brass - Sweet Thunder Jazz Orchestra.

This polished and energetic orchestra is one of the best big band ensembles in south east Queensland. They will have you jumping and jiving your way through Sunday afternoons as they perform all your favourite big band tunes from the 1920s to the present day.

SUNDAY 31 OCT, 2PM SUNDAY 28 NOV, 2PM

Redland Performing Arts Centre, Auditorium

Tkts: $30 via 3829 8131 or www.rpac.com.au

BRIEFS

DIRTY LAUNDRY

Club Briefs – Australia’s favourite trash glamour disco circus – are on their way to RPAC with Dirty Laundry, their naughtiest show yet!

Risqué, gender bending cult cabaret hooligans and mischief makers, Briefs, present an evening of disco dancing, circus, variety, and burlesque featuring Fez Faanana aka Shivanana and a handpicked a line-up of classic Briefs boys.

Turn your cycle to HOT as you watch these burlesque boys air their dirty laundry.

"The drag party you always wished you’d been invited to" — Glam Adelaide

FRI 29 & SAT 30 OCTOBER, 8PM

Redland Performing Arts Centre, Concert Hall

Sunshine Coast’s premier outdoor sculpture exhibition Discover over 40 sculptures set among the natural landscape of the beautiful Spicers Tamarind Retreat.

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Proudly Supported by the Sunshine Coast Council’s grants program Arts Connect Inc. Hosted by Spicers Tamarind Retreat and supported by our generous sponsors.

SWING IS IN THE AIR FOR DANCE LOVERS

GET set to swing in a three-hour blast of some of the world’s greatest swing tunes performed by the 13-piece titans of brass, the Sweet Thunder Jazz Orchestra.

This polished and energetic orchestra is one of the best big band ensembles in southeast Queensland and will have you jiving your way through Sunday afternoon as they perform favourite big band tunes from the 1920s to the present.

The repertoire includes works by Ellington and Morton, and performances of the music of the great bands and their arrangers, such as Count Basie, Benny Goodman, Fletcher Henderson, Thad Jones and Neal Hefti. It also has some of today’s masters, such as John Clayton and Gordon Goodwin.

Gather your friends, put on your dancing shoes and head to RPAC. Redland Performing Arts Centre, Cleveland. Sunday, October 31, 2pm5pm. Tickets $30. Bookings call RPAC Box Office 3829 8131 or visit rpac.com.au

TEA WITH HISTORY

SANDGATE and District Museum will be hosting mornings with devonshire tea served with ample amounts of free history on the last Thursday of each month at 10am.

The next is on October 28, when local historians will address topics on residences, identities, businesses and the lifestyle of Sandgate’s bygone era.

There will be plenty of time to chat and share information and ask questions.

Bookings essential as numbers limited. Cost is $10. Phone the museum on Wednesday or Sunday 3869 2283, or leave a message. Email info@ sandgatemuseum.com.au

START WALKING

WALK for a cause to support Kidney Health Australia’s Red Socks Appeal or Queensland Mental Health Week’s 11th annual Walk for Awareness.

Register for the Red Socks personal challenge and buy a pair of Red Socks to wear during October to support vital kidney support services. Walk For Awareness will commemorate the lives lost each day to mental health concerns.

Red Socks Walk, October 10, 9am1pm, Eagle Farm Racecourse. Go to redsocksappeal.org.au Walk for Awareness, October 10 from 7am, Captain Burke Park, Kangaroo Point. Go to walkforawareness.org.au WE all know the advice is to move it or lose it, but it can be hard to get the motivation – unless it’s the fun, interesting and health-promoting exercise options of Here’s to Life.

With the inspiring titles Jazz with Pizazz, Magical Tap and Buff Bones, the classes are in Cleveland every Monday, Wednesday and Friday morning.

The classes offer a cardio workout for men and women. No dance experience, special shoes or clothing needed.

Dance and tap your troubles away with a bunch of other fun-loving people in a large space with wonderful music.

Buff Bones is less vigorous but no less beneficial. It is a specialised exercise class taught by a licensed instructor for those with osteoporosis or osteopenia.

Here’s to Life also has singing and drumming (African Djembes) programs every Wednesday afternoon.

Cleveland Memorial Hall, Smith Street. Monday, Wednesday and Friday. First lessons free. Call Sue 0407 154 993 or visit herestolife.org.au