A re-staging of the Melbourne Theatre Company Production, Jasper Jones has arrived in Brisbane to entertain audiences until the 18th August 2018. Inspired by Harper Lee's classic To Kill A Mockingbird and the cult coming-of-age film Stand By Me, Jasper Jones is at once shocking, confronting, joyous and bittersweet as it details the 1965 summer where bookish teen Charlie … [Read more...] about Jasper Jones – Queensland Theatre
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4SEASONS : Expressions Dance Company & City Contemporary Dance Company (Hong Kong)
4Seasons brings together some of the most talented dancers in the Asia Pacific Region. Comprising three dance works, the mood carries the audience from sombre beginnings to an energetic uplifting finish. The first work Summer shows the Hong Kong’s City Contemporary Dance Company’s physical control as they move in tandem slow motion, up, over and through each other. The … [Read more...] about 4SEASONS : Expressions Dance Company & City Contemporary Dance Company (Hong Kong)
Briefs: Close Encounters – Melt 2018: Festival of Queer Arts and Culture
The Briefs boys are back from the future to once again blur the lines of masculinity and femininity with their latest show, Close Encounters. Bending expectations and the rules of common decency, the Brisbane troupe bring their all in an orgy of aerial performances, left-of-center comedy, razor-sharp social commentary, and stimulating burlesque (or boylesque, as is the … [Read more...] about Briefs: Close Encounters – Melt 2018: Festival of Queer Arts and Culture
First Time at the Queensland Symphony Orchestra (QSO)? – Everything You Need to Know
Photo by Peter Wallis Last night I attended my first Queensland Symphony Orchestra (QSO) event and here are my tips on how to enjoy your visit. Where to Park at the QSO You can park underneath the Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) or just catch a train to South Brisbane station or a bus to the nearby major busway. What to Wear to the QSO I had no idea what to wear … [Read more...] about First Time at the Queensland Symphony Orchestra (QSO)? – Everything You Need to Know
Limbo Unhinged – Brisbane Festival – Review
Limbo Unhinged is a non-stop amazing show packed with modern acrobatics, fire twirling, sword eating and lots of hot bodies. This Strut & Fret’s performance is billed as an international circus (no animals) meets cabaret. There are 6 main performers and 2 musicians playing live – however, the team members swap roles and are incredibly multi-talented. Just try keeping … [Read more...] about Limbo Unhinged – Brisbane Festival – Review