Theatre has the power to explore the heightened edges of life, and it is through using this power that change can happen. We will draw from aspects of performance art including (but not limited to) physical theatre, realism and music.
Something needs to be done about the taboo nature of mental illness. As a society, we don’t talk about mental illness or our demons that may be contributing to those illnesses. FLY: A Theatre Project aims to encourage conversation and initiate change. So much good can come from alerting people that they don’t have to fight their battles alone. Or from simply letting them know that there are others out there feeling the same darkness that they do.
Show time: 7pm
Show dates:
Thursday 8th May (Preview)
Friday 9th May (Opening Night)
Saturday 10th May
Sunday 11th May
Thursday 15th May
Friday 16th May
Saturday 17th May
Sunday 18th May
Four blokes, four beers, one hour and one actor. This honest and darkly funny tale will introduce you to four mates who meet at the same bar at the same time every year. But this year, it’s different….
Not just for the blokes, this smart and witty play explores masculinity, mateship, sexuality and relationships. Ultimately it is a man’s 21st century guide to emotional fulfilment (or not … Maybe it’s just about sex).
Presented by Brisbane’s up-and-coming theatre company, Wax Lyrical, the direction of Zoë Tuffin ensures this show will touch the hearts of the toughest Aussies.
Staged at Blackwall in the old ice cream factory, 51 Mollison St, West End as part of Anywhere Theatre Festival, Bloke is written and performed by Shane Pike and raises questions about Australian masculinity and the troubles faced by our young men (drinking, violence etc). But its not all dark. ‘Bloke’ is a funny and surprisingly touching tale, where the audience get to have a beer with a bloke, George, as he spins a yarn.
Rating: 18+ Duration: 60 mins Tickets: $22
** Please be advised that Blackwall has no disabled access. *
With the country commemorating the Anzac Centenary between 2014 and 2018, Friday 25 April will mark one of the most important national occasions on our calendars this year. At South Bank, we are honouring this day with a week of free family-friendly events in the parklands.
Film screenings at Rainforest Green
Free movie screenings will be held nightly at Rainforest Green between Tuesday 22 and Sunday 27 April from 6:30pm. The movies have been chosen to reflect the theme ‘A World at War’ and include The Great Escape and War Horse. Pack a picnic blanket and enjoy the evening with your loved ones. No bookings required.
Tribute Exhibition: Love in Wartime
The Tribute Exhibition will feature poignant photographic and literature based on the theme ‘Love in Wartime.’ This free display will be set up outside The Courier-Mail Piazza from Tuesday 22 to Sunday 27 April.
ANZAC Eve Concert at the Piazza
Queensland Symphony Orchestra and RSL (Queensland Branch) unite to present a free community ANZAC Eve Concert on Thursday 24 April at The Courier-Mail Piazza to honour current and ex-serving men and women, remembering those we have lost in past and present wars. The concert starts at 6:30pm and will also be streamed live on the Rainforest Green big screen. No bookings required.
War Stories at the Piazza
War Stories includes a range of free entertainment such as story-telling, music, a reading area and postcard station where you can write a message to a loved one. This event takes place on Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 April from 10am to 3pm in The Courier-Mail Piazza. No bookings required.
One of the Impact Factory’s take home messages is “Pick up the phone”
South West Chamber of Commerce Event
South West Chamber of Commerce has much pleasure in presenting James McNamara – Founder of The Impact Factory
Date: Thursday 1st May, 2014
Place: The Loft, 100 Boundary St West End 4101
Time: 6:45 – 7:00am starting time
James McNamara’s mission is to “inspire and educate people to become contributing leaders”. James teaches refreshingly practical approaches to leading teams towards better engagement and ultimately higher performance
James is an experienced group facilitator, keynote presenter and one on one coach. He has a proven history of working with Business Owners, Managers and Sales People to help them ‘solve the people puzzle’. He has a detailed working knowledge of the leadership and communication skills which will influence people to follow your lead willingly.
Whether it’s leading a team, managing difficult behaviour, selling a product/service, or making you and your business sound sensational in print, James provides unique and practical insights into how to improve your results.
Typical feedback for James’s work includes;
“Worth its weight in gold.”P. Strother, Cairns
“Great, energetic and full of useful material – great!” P. Sith, Cairns
“All managers and supervisors should do this course. If you get these
skills right, the rest is easy.” M. Kerl, Qld Transport
“The most beneficial training I have done in the past 10 years. Perfectly related and specific to my current role and situation. A genuine eye opener.” S. Gettings, Brisbane
“James has this uncanny way of tailoring his presentations to totally tap into where you are at in your own workplace” J Excell, Sydney
Some of James’ clients include Queensland Police, Hyne Timber, The Tatts Group, Queensland Corrective Services, Propell National Valuers, Brisbane City Council, Cairns Regional Council, Northside Trusses and Frames, Fitec Australia, Franklyn Blinds, Altitude Financial Services…just to name a few.
In its 17th year, the goa billboards Project has made some exciting changes for 2014.
In a new initiative, goa billboards Project in 2014 will welcome anyone with a love or flair for photography to participate in this competition alongside Brisbane secondary students.
Participants are asked to explore their personal experience, opinion and perspective in response to the theme of ANZAC through the medium of photography.
2014 marks the beginning of the ANZAC Centenary, which will run until 2018. Today, the term ANZAC commemorates not only those who served on the shores of Gallipoli, but also those who have served our country over the past one hundred years.
Submission Categories
The 2014 goa billboards Project will feature two submission categories.
Secondary Schools
Sixteen schools have applied to undertake a free artist-in-school photographic workshop, led by artist, Henri van Noordenburg. These workshops will assist students in furthering their photography skills and understanding of the concept.
Open Category
Anyone can participate in this category.
Awards & Exhibition Opening
Fifteen images will be selected from each category by an expert panel. These images will feature on various goa billboards throughout the Brisbane CBD and will form part of a curated exhibition during Brisbane Festival.
Awards will be presented in each category on the opening of the goa billboards Exhibition, scheduled to take place onTuesday 16 September 2014. These awards are:
Panel Selections
The panel will select one winner and two runners up from each category.
People’s Choice Award
The selected images will be uploaded to the Brisbane Festival Facebook page and the image with the most ‘likes’ in each category will be awarded the People’s Choice Award.
Conference and demonstration supporting peace and independence – Canberra, APRIL 21-25th 2014
If you care about:
• Australia’s involvement in foreign wars and drone murders
• Foreign troops and/or bases on Australian Soil
• Expensive arms purchases
• The US alliance
Be part of IPAN’s campaigns promoting Peace and an Independent foreign policy for Australia.
An extended gathering of peace activist and peace makers to reflect on the state of peace in our times, to build movement and to plan and take action for peace in this time of militarism, government lies and preparations for war.
Events will include:
the first national meeting of IPAN on 21 April. Likely at a Canberra venue.
a one day conference hosted by IPAN on 22 April covering such themes as militarism and sustainability, the cost of the US alliance, the Asian Pivot and US bases. download the Conference Brochure here.
movement response to the Gallipoli centenary 2015.
a three day, open forum retreat at Silver Wattle
a direct action together likely on morning of 24 April
participation in the Anzac eve Peace Vigil at the Australian War Memorial 24 Apr
participation in the “Lest We Forget” the Frontier Killings Anzac Day March at the Australian War Memorial.
Tent camping permitted near the Aboriginal Tent embassy Silver Wattle Quaker Centre as a residential base for those who want and can afford it:
