Spotlight September - October 2013

Spotlight Event Guide September 2013 - October 2013

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ROCKHAMPTON VENUES AND EVENTS

How to buy tickets Pilbeam Theatre Box Office Dial’n’Charge 4927 4111 www.seeitlive.com.au

FRIENDS OF THE THEATRE If you enjoy the theatre, why not become a Friend of the Theatre?

Friends of the Theatre is an organisation where members volunteer to work in various aspects of the theatre such as ushering, bar, candy bar and program selling. Friends receive discounts to many of the shows listed in Spotlight, and also receive this newsletter mailed direct to them. Each time a Friend of the Theatre works they receive a Performance Work Voucher, which is exchanged for tickets to events. Unlimited seats are available in exchange for Performance Work Vouchers on events in Spotlight bearing the blue star symbol. For other events, voucher seats are limited to a total of six seats per performance. Further details as well as membership forms are available from the Box Office.

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GENERAL INFORMATION Theatre programs start promptly at the advertised start time and latecomers will not be admitted until a suitable break in the performance. Smoking is not allowed in any part of the Pilbeam Theatre or other Council venues. The use of cameras and recording devices during performances is illegal and penalties for infringement of copyright in this way are severe. Please ensure all mobile phones are switched off before entering the auditorium. Crying or fidgety children can be a distraction to other theatregoers and performers, so if you bring your small child to the theatre, please book an aisle seat in case you need to exit the auditorium.

TICKETING ABBREVIATIONS A = Adult S = Student U = Unemployed Y = Youth FoT = Friend of Theatre P = Pensioner J = Junior * G10 = Group of 10 or more SC = Senior’s Card C = Concession RP = Reward Pensioner RA = Reward Adult CSC – Commonwealth Senior Card F = Family (2 adults & 2 children unless otherwise stated)

*Preschool and school age, 3 yrs to 17 yrs. May have additional age restrictions.

Please check with the Box Office to ensure you are eligible for a particular price category.

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September

Skating Join in the fun of skating at the Rockhampton Showgrounds. Fully supervised with experienced skaters to assist you but children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Entry through Gate 6, off Lion Creek Road.

EXHIBITION PAVILION, ROCKHAMPTON SHOWGROUNDS EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT 7PM – 9.30PM $7 PER SKATER SKATE HIRE $2 INLINE, $1 QUAD.

Possum Magic Join us for the final farewell performance of Possum Magic-The Musical. Grandma Poss made bush magic. She made wombats blue and kookaburras pink, dingos smile and emus shrink, but the best magic of all was the “Possum Magic”, that made baby Hush invisible. First published in 1983 Possum Magic was an instant success with children and parents alike. In 1990 the musical stage adaptation had its world premiere, which was sold out before it opened. Since then, Possum Magic - The Musical has become firmly established as the most successful musical for children and families ever. Presented by Rockhampton Regional Council.

PILBEAM THEATRE, TUESDAY 3 SEPTEMBER AT 6.30PM A $18.50, J $13.50 P $13.50, F $57

See It Live Rewards Be part of our exciting new reward program! It’s called See It Live Rewards. See It Live Rewards will offer discounts on shows and on purchases at the Pilbeam Theatre Bar and Candy Bar, copies of the See It Live Season brochure and Spotlight newsletter mailed to you, discounts at selected local businesses and other special offers from time to time. Membership is $25 for one year, $40 for two years or $200 for a life membership. Ticket prices for See It Live Rewards members are listed as RA (Reward Adult) and RP (Reward Pensioner) is the prices listed with events in the Spotlight Newsletter. Ask the Box Office for more details.

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Rocky Flix - The Reluctant Fundamentalist Based on the best-selling novel, this film is a riveting international thriller. It follows the story of a young Pakistani man, Changez, chasing corporate success on Wall Street, who ultimately finds himself between the American Dream, a hostage crisis, and the enduring call of his family’s homeland. This film premiered as Opening Film at the Venice Film Festival and was selected for a Special Gala at the Toronto International Film Festival. English/Hindi 2012, M,130 mins.

WALTER REID CULTURAL CENTRE AUDITORIUM WEDNESDAY 11 SEPTEMBER AT 6.30PM A$15, MEMBERS $10.

Mozart & Britten performed by A CO 2

ACO2, the Australian Chamber Orchestra’s precocious little sister, connects the next generation of talented young Australian musicians with the stars of the Australian Chamber Orchestra, creating a combined ensemble with a fresh, energetic performance style. ACO Principal Violin, Helena Rathbone leads the band in this concert of classical favourites.

Presented by Rockhampton Regional Council. Part of the 2013 See It live Theatre Season.

PROGRAM: Pärt Cantus in Memoriam of Benjamin Britten Mozart Violin Concerto No.2 Smalley Birthday Tango Britten Variations on a Theme of Frank Bridge

PILBEAM THEATRE, FRIDAY 13 SEPTEMBER AT 7.30PM A $47, P $43, CSC $43, S $43, G 10+ SS $30EA, J (3 TO 17) $34, F $140, G 10+ A $44, A FOT$44, PSU FOT $40, RA $44, RP $40.

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September

Handmade Expo Markets stalls to display and sell all original handmade products.

WALTER PIERCE PAVILION ROCKHAMPTON SHOWGROUNDS SATURDAY 14 SEPTEMBER

Walter’s Lounge Walter’s Lounge returns to the Walter Reid Cultural Centre in September. Walter’s Lounge is a lounge-style information and performance event presented by Creative Capricorn in partnership with Keppel Coast Arts Council.

Capricorn is a partnership between The Australia Council for the Arts, Arts Queensland and Rockhampton Regional Council.

WALTER REID CULTURAL CENTRE SUNDAY 15 SEPTEMBER 2PM TO 5PM FREE ENTRY

Choral Festival 2013 Hundreds of children from more than 15 state primary schools will come together for a night of wonderful choral music in the biggest Choral Festival ever held. Conductor for the choirs will be the acclaimed Australian composer, musical director and educator, Paul Jarman. He is most well known as a lyricist and composer of choral music, a world music multi instrumentalist, and a facilitator of community inspired collaborations. Paul will be responsible for more than 400 children performing so book early to avoid disappointment.

PILBEAM THEATRE MONDAY SEPTEMBER 16 AT 7.30PM A $12.50, CONCESSIONS $9.50, F [2A + 2C] $36

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The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) In a world where we constantly lament that we are “time-poor”, who has the time or indeed the stamina to endure the daunting length of the Immortal Bard’s canon? So join us as we present a bold, speedy, irreverent romp through all 37 of Shakespeare’s plays that aims to out-Python Monty! Tim Overton and original cast member and comedian Damian Callinan brazenly blend the best of the brilliant Bard with the scrapings from the bottom of the absurdity barrel in this farcical feast of inspired lunacy. A side-splitting roller coaster ride involving improvisation, pop culture and audience participation, as well as the fastest, funniest “Hamlet” you’re ever likely to see. Since it was first performed 25 years ago, The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) has become a global phenomenon with seasons in over twenty countries including a record-breaking nine year run at London’s Criterion Theatre in the West End. Presented by Rockhampton Regional Council. Part of the 2013 See It Live Theatre Season.

PILBEAM THEATRE TUESDAY 17 SEPTEMBER AT 7.30PM A $47, P $43, CSC $43, S $43, G 10+ SS $30EA, J (3 TO 17) $34, F $140, G 10+ ADULTS $44, A FOT$44, PSU FOT $40, RA $44, RP $40.

The Pink Show Come on down and ‘Get your party started’ with The Pink Show, Australia’s Number 1 Pink tribute show. The Pink Show is the most realistic Pink experience you can have without seeing Pink herself – but it may just leave you thinking you did. The show stars Susi Tate as Pink – her likeness to Pink both vocally and visually is amazing.

The show features fabulous costumes that have been made to exactly replicate Pink’s complete touring wardrobe. It also features a live band, backing singers and dancers.

PILBEAM THEATRE FRIDAY 20 SEPTEMBER AT 7.30PM A $69, S $59, J(15+) $54. CONTAINS COARSE LANGUAGE.

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Jimmy Barnes Rock and roll legend Jimmy Barnes hits the road with his Welcome to the Pleasure House national tour.

Australia’s favourite and most prolific artist will storm the stage armed with his full live band and a number of special guests including his immensely talented daughter (and legend in her own right) Mahalia Barnes.

Jimmy Barnes continues to rule supreme as Australia’s undisputed king of rock and roll. His extraordinary career as both a solo performer and as the lead vocalist with the legendary Cold Chisel has made Jimmy one of the most popular and highest selling Australian music artists of all time.

PILBEAM THEATRE WEDNESDAY 25 SEPTEMBER AT 8PM ALL TICKETS $84. TRANSACTION FEES MAY APPLY.

GIVE THE GIFT OF LIVE THEATRE If you’re stuck for an idea for a gift, then why not try a Pilbeam Theatre Gift Voucher? You can buy gift vouchers for any amount and they are redeemable for tickets to events which are on sale through the Pilbeam Theatre Box Office (provided tickets are available).

Contact the Box Office on 4927 4111 for more details.

Manhattan Short Film Festival Filmgoers in Rockhampton will unite with audiences in 203 cities spanning six continents to view and judge the next generation of filmmakers for the 15th Annual Manhattan Short Film Festival.

Rated M15+

AUDITORIUM AT WALTER REID CULTURAL CENTRE FRIDAY 27 SEPTEMBER AT 8PM TICKETS $20

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Twilight Movie: Alice in Wonderland September’s Twilight Movie is the classic Disney cartoon, Alice in Wonderland. Based on Lewis Carroll books, Alice in wonderland is the story of Alice who stumbles into Wonderland where she meets a variety of strange creatures including the White Rabbit, the Cheshire Cat, the Mad Hatter and the Queen of Hearts.

Riverside Park, Rockhampton FRIDAY 27 SEPTEMBER AT 7PM FREE ENTRY. REFRESHMENTS ON SALE.

Dance Festival Come celebrate with us at the 11th annual Rockhampton Dance Festival in the September/October school holidays. The competition will run from Thursday 26 September to Saturday 5th October. The Festival Concert and Trophy presentation will be Saturday 5 October commencing 6.30pm. Everyone entering the theatre during the Festival and the Dance Festival Concert must have a ticket (including competitors). Please note that Season Tickets cannot be used for the Concert.

PILBEAM THEATRE 26 SEPTEMBER TO 4 OCTOBER SESSIONS AT 9AM, 1.30PM AND 6.30PM (MORNING SESSION ONLY ON SATURDAY 5 OCTOBER) CONCERT: SATURDAY 5 OCTOBER AT 6.30PM SESSION TICKET: A $7.50, C $5 SEASON TICKET: COMPETITION $15, TEACHER $20, A $27, P $18, J $18 CONCERT: A $16, C $11, J $11, F $45

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Twilight Movie: Wreck It Ralph When the video arcade closes at night, video game characters are free to leave their own game and travel to others. A video game villain wants to be a hero and sets out to fulfill his dream, but his quest brings havoc to the whole arcade where he lives. A Rockhampton Regional Council event.

Big Dam, Mount Morgan FRIDAY 4 OCTOBER AT 7PM FREE ENTRY. REFRESHMENTS ON SALE.

Morning Melodies – Black Tie Black Tie, one of our most popular Morning Melodies acts, returns to Rockhampton in October. This unique cabaret group, consisting of brothers Yuri and Con Mavridis and their wives Valerie and Sue, has received rave reviews wherever they have played. Con and Yuri are the vocalists of the group, accompanied by Sue on the cello and Valerie on piano. They have performed with Patti Lupone, Vic Damone, Dionne Warwick and the late Max Bygraves, Rosemary Clooney and Victor Borge. They even won the Mo Award for Best Cabaret Group.

Presented by Rockhampton Regional Council and Bolsover Radiology.

Morning Tea Supplied by

PILBEAM THEATRE MONDAY 7 OCTOBER AT 11AM A $18, P $16, AFOT $17, PFOT $15, G10+P $15

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Rocky Flix: Everybody has a Plan This film tells the story of Agustin (Viggo Mortensen), a man desperate to abandon what for him has become, after years of living in Buenos Aires, a very frustrating existance. After the death of his identical twin Pedro, Agustin starts a new life - adopts the identity of his brother and returns to the mysterious region of the Delta in the Tigre where he finds himself unwillingly involved in the dangerous criminal world that was a part of his brothers’s life. Spanish, 2012, M15+, 113 mins.

WALTER REID CULTURAL CENTRE AUDITORIUM WEDNESDAY 9 OCTOBER AT 6.30PM A$15, MEMBERS $10

Arj Barker – Go Time The lights dim. The music fades.

The audience applauds with anticipation. Or they just get alarmingly quiet? Every show you’ve ever done leads up to this point. But this is the only show that matters now. Have you got the goods, kid? They’re about to find out. It’s Go Time. According to Arj, Go Time is both ‘what audiences expect from me AND the last thing they expect from me, which if my calculations are correct, will make for a great show.’ Arj Barker is arguably Australia’s favourite American comedian. In recent years, he has spent more time in our country than his own and has come to understand our culture perhaps better than we understand it ourselves. His stand-up is both insightful and pointed, like a mind-reading thumb tack, if there was one of those.

PILBEAM THEATRE WEDNESDAY 9 OCTOBER AT 8PM A $44.90, GROUP 10+ A $41.90 EA

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October

Festival of Russian Ballet Returning to Australia in 2013, the Imperial Russian Ballet Company’s A Festival of Russian Ballet featuring a diverse and stunning programme in three awe-inspiring acts.

Act One – The Nutcracker. The Nutcracker is famous for Tchaikovsky’s music, the most recognisable and enduring music scores ever written.

Act Two – Bolero. Bolero is a striking and dramatic ballet and is regarded as one of the world’s music masterpieces.

Act Three – Highlights from the world’s great ballets including Giselle, Carmen, The Dying Swan and Le Corsaire and many others.

PILBEAM THEATRE THURSDAY 10 OCTOBER AT 8PM A $84.90, C $74.90, S $74.90, J (13 AND UNDER) $64.90, G 10+ A $74.90. TRANSACTION FEES MAY APPLY.

Buy tickets 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at www.seeitlive.com.au.

One Night Only One Night Only is North Rockhampton High School’s showcase of the highlights of the Arts in 2013. See on stage the award winning concert band, stage band and string orchestra, the energy of the dance troupe, the power of Shakespeare, opera and modern, experimental theatre, an amazing wearable art fashion parade, student video clips, vocal soloists and much more. Its a variety concert with something for everyone!

PILBEAM THEATRE FRIDAY 11 OCTOBER

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Diwali Milan Diwali Milan, the Indian music and dance extravaganza, organized by the Indian Association of Central Queensland, is set to be held in October. This event is put together each year by the Indian community of Rockhampton and Gladstone to commemorate Diwali, the Indian festival of lights. Diwali Milan has gained popularity through the years and attracts a large crowd comprising of Australians and various communities from in and around Rockhampton.

PILBEAM THEATRE SATURDAY 12 OCTOBER

Giselle The Queensland Ballet performs one of the great classical ballets, Giselle at the Pilbeam, Theatre in October. Her heart broken and her reason shattered, the innocent village girl Giselle succumbs to an untimely death. Deep in the moonlit forest, she emerges in the twilight spirit world of the vengeful Wilis, spirits of girls who have been cruelly betrayed, and perished before their wedding days. When Giselle’s repentant lover Albrecht visits her grave, only her undying love and devotion can sustain him through the Wilis’ irresistible, deathly dance. Requiring exceptional technical and dramatic skills, Giselle is a heartrending tale of love, remorse and forgiveness.

Queensland Ballet’s traditional production offers breathtaking, graceful dance, but ultimately it is the emotional depth of this exquisite work that will touch your heart. Presented by Rockhampton Regional Council. Part of the 2013 See It Live Theatre Season.

PILBEAM THEATRE WEDNESDAY 16 OCTOBER AT 7.30PM A $55, P $52, CSC $52, S $52, G 10+ SS $30EA, J $39, F $160, G10+ ADULT $52, AFOT $52, PFOT $49, RA $52, RP $49.

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MADD Music, Art, Dance and Drama is Rockhampton High School’s night to showcase the vast array of talents within the school from both the performing and visual arts students. Come along for a great night of entertainment, filled with singing, dancing, acting and musical items- all of the highest standards. The highlight of the evening will be the presentation of the dance production “Around the World”, a multicultural feast involving over 100 high school students from the schools drama and dance troupes. A night not to be missed.

PILBEAM THEATRE FRIDAY 18 OCTOBER

Handmade Expo Markets stalls to display and sell all original handmade products.

WALTER PIERCE PAVILION ROCKHAMPTON SHOWGROUNDS SATURDAY 19 OCTOBER 2013

Grammar School Music Festival The Rockhampton Grammar School Music Festival is on again in 2013 with many exceptional performances by primary and secondary school students. Some of the highlights of this year’s festival include musical selections from Singing in The Rain the secondary musical and vocal items from the senior choir, chamber choir and the primary choirs, the memorable signing choirs, primary jazz ensemble, stage band, big band, symphonic band, concert bands, string orchestra, middle school strings, small jazz ensemble,primary rock band and talented student soloists.

PILBEAM THEATRE SATURDAY 19 OCTOBER 2013 AT 6:30 PM ADULT $15, P $12, J $10, F 2A+2J $45

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Walter’s Lounge Walter’s Lounge returns to the Walter Reid Cultural Centre in October. Walter’s Lounge is a lounge-style information and performance event presented by Creative Capricorn in partnership with Keppel Coast Arts. Creative Capricorn is a partnership between The Australia Council for the Arts, Arts Queensland and Rockhampton Regional Council.

WALTER REID CULTURAL CENTRE SUNDAY 20 OCTOBER 2PM TO 5PM FREE ENTRY

Thoroughly Modern Millie The Rockhampton Musical Union Choir presents Thoroughly Modern Millie, the Broadway sensation set in 1922 when the Charleston was all the rage. It tells the story of small-town girl Millie Dillmount, who comes to New York City and embraces the ‘thoroughly modern’ style. The perfect musical for the entire family, featuring jazz songs, tap dancing, flappers, dashing leading men, and madcap comedy!

PILBEAM THEATRE THURSDAY 24 OCTOBER AT 7.30PM FRIDAY 25 OCTOBER AT 7.30PM SATURDAY 26 OCTOBER AT 7.30PM SUNDAY 27 OCTOBER AT 1.30PM A $45, P/U $38, SC $42, CSC $38, S $38, J $32, F $135, G10+ A $42 EA, AFOT $42, PFOT $36.

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October

Speedway

If you have the need for speed, come to the Rockhampton Speedway.

ROCKHAMPTON SHOWGROUNDS, CENTRE RING SATURDAY 26 OCTOBER 2013.

ENTRY THROUGH MAIN GATE OPENING AT 4PM. RACING STARTS 6PM.

A Kidsummer Night’s Dream A Kidsummer Night’s Dream is a light-hearted romp through a world that shifts between dreams and reality. Set in the court of Theseus and the nearby enchanted woods, the story involves a cast of forest creatures, sprites, fairies, workers and Athenian nobles. Every student at St Paul’s Gracemere is performing in this musical fantasy as the school celebrates 25 years of Living, Loving and Learning.

PILBEAM THEATRE WEDNESDAY 30TH OCTOBER AT 6.30PM A $25; F 2A+2J $60; CONCESSIONS $20.

Smokie

You loved them when they performed in Rockhampton in 2010, and now they’re back! The internationally successful British rock ‘n’ roll band Smokie will be touring Australia in November.

This is no tribute band, this is the real thing! Their landmark ballad of unrequited love, Living next door to Alice was released in 1976 and Australia quickly embraced the song, sending it soaring up the charts.

With chart-topping hits like ‘Living Next Door to Alice’, ‘Lay Back in the Arms of Someone’ and ‘If You Think You Know How to Love Me’ and constant tours of the UK and Europe, Smokie is one of the most popular bands in the world today. Don’t miss Smokie - live this November!

PILBEAM THEATRE SUNDAY 10 NOVEMBER AT 7.30PM ALL TICKETS $99

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Events CALENDAR SEPT 1 3 8 11 13 14 15 16 17 20 25 27 27 26 – OCT 4 OCT 4 5 7 9 9 10 11 12 16 18 19 19 20 24-27 26 30

Kennel Club Dog Show RSG Possum Magic - The Musical PT Kennel Club Dog Show RSG Rocky Flix: The Reluctant Fundamentalist WRCC Mozart and Britten performed by ACO2 PT Handmade Expo RSG Walter’s Lounge WRCC Choral Festival PT Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) PT The Pink Show PT Jimmy Barnes PT Manhattan Short Film Festival WRCC Twilight Movie: Alice in Wonderland O Dance Festival PT Twilight Movie: Wreck It Ralph Dance Festival Concert Morning Melodies - Black Tie Rocky Flix: Everybody has a Plan Arj Barker Festival of Russian Ballet One Night Only Diwali Milan Giselle Music, Art, Dance and Drama Grammar School Music Festival Handmade Expo Walter’s Lounge Thoroughly Modern Millie Speedway A Kidsummer Night’s Dream

RSP PT PT WRCC PT PT PT PT PT PT PT RSG WRCC PT RSG PT

PT = Pilbeam Theatre RSP = Riverside Park O = Other Venue RSG=Rockhampton Showgrounds

Contact details Rockhampton Venues and Events is a business unit of Rockhampton Regional Council.

Administration Office Pilbeam Theatre, 2 Cambridge Street.

PO Box 1860 Rockhampton 4700.

Ticketing Ph 4927 4111 Administration Ph 4924 5600 Fax 4924 5633

www.venuesandevents.com.au