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In this episode of the Radio Reversal podcast, Han is in the studio with acclaimed Australian-British concert pianist Jayson Gillham for a broad-ranging chat about arts, censorship, and Jayson's new collaboration, Music for Two Pianos. Jayson is returning to Australian stages from next week, performing at QPAC Wednesday, 22 July, alongside his friend Palestinian-Jordanian pianist Iyad Sughayer. We chat about this concert program, and about the importance of being your whole self and standing up for what is right, even in the face of repression and censorship. Jayson reflects a bit on his recent experiences challenging creative censorship after his performances with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra were cancelled after Jayson made comments in support of Palestine. For our listeners in Magan-djin, so-called brisbane, it's not too late to see Jayson and Iyad perform! There are still tickets available for their show at QPAC on Wednesday 22nd July - get yourself along if you can!
For 45 years, George Palmer harboured a secret. He spent every spare moment composing classical music, and then shoving his scores in his bottom drawer. Until one day, almost by pure chance, that music saw the light of day.As a young man, George had dreams of becoming a renowned classical music composer, but when he walked into university, he didn't feel like he belonged in the music department.George left after his first week, and followed a school friend into the law department.At first, George was not inspired by the law, but he ended up falling in love with the human side of the justice system.For the next 45 years, he climbed the ranks from barrister, to Queen's Counsel, and finally to judge in the NSW Supreme Court, where he had ultimate responsibility for all adoptions in the state.But through all those years in public life, George had a secret "vice".Every spare moment he had was spent at his piano, scribbling down choral works and orchestral scores that he never intended anyone to see or hear.He never spoke about composing with his colleagues, friends or family, until one day George's talents were uncovered through chance and tragedy.George's latest work The Drover's Wife - The Opera is playing at Brisbane's QPAC until 22 May, and then will be staged at Sydney's Opera House in August, 2026.This episode of Conversations was produced by Meggie Morris. Executive Producer is Eliza Kirsch.It explores World War Two, family origin stories, spies, British intelligence, hearing loss, late in life career changes, second career, protective list, adoption, foster care, Supreme Court, legal system, justice system, judicial system, commercial law, Beethoven, Bach, Wagner, opera, contemporary classical music, contemporary Australian composers, Indigenous stories, Leah Purcell, stage adaptations, books, writing.
From Sting to Shaggy to MJ, it's all happening at QPAC Brisbane. We review MJ the musical, the life, the performer, the man that was Michael Jackson, with stellar dancers & an impressive set, it's a must see international show, with a limited season in Brisbane.
The team argue about how much money you would be willing to sacrifice for less workdays in the week! The journey of christening Spida’s pristine barbecue continues. 2 years without cooking on a brand-new BBQ is not cool! It’s time to figure out how we go about this first sizzle and we need the listeners help. Leisel says MJ the Musical up at QPAC last night was the best thing she has ever seen! No exaggerations, she was absolutely blown away by it. Spida is disappointed Bubbles wasn’t in the show, but Leisel has no notes! Over the long weekend the Flanagan family have their annual running race, handicapped based on their abilities Like the Stawell Gift. Mac cheated the system last year and won by a mile, so the handicaps have been adjusted. Finally, we chat to Titans debutant about what it’s like to pull on the jumper at 26, how his life has changed and what is in store this weekend for Titans v Broncos!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Michael Rayner is a Life Fellow of the Australian Institute of Architects, co-founder of Blight Rayner Architecture and the 2025 recipient of the Brisbane Lord Mayor's Business Awards Lifetime Achievement Award.This prestigious honour — presented only six times in the Awards' two-decade history — recognises Michael's remarkable four decades of design leadership, a career that has shaped Brisbane's skyline, enriched Australia's civic identity, and taken Australian design to international audiences.From the Australian National Maritime Museum, Sydney Exhibition Centre, Sydney Football Stadium, Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, QPAC's new Glasshouse Theatre to Sydney's Barker College and a veritable smorgasbord of global high profile projects such as the National Maritime Museum of China, — Michael's work has continually asked the same question: “What else?”In this episode, we'll explore his philosophy, the evolution of Brisbane's architectural identity, and what true city-shaping leadership looks like in an era of rapid growth and change.
Brisbane's own Loren Hunter joined Sofie Formica on 4BC Breakfast to discuss her role as the lead in Sweet Charity at the QPAC this December. The interview highlights the intense ten-day rehearsal process and the unique energy that Brisbane audiences bring to live theatre.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The musical adaptation of the cult classic film, Beetlejuice, is officially heading to Brisbane's QPAC in 2026. Broadway's Andy Karl and Australian stage royalty Elise McCann joined Sofie Formica on 4BC Breakfast before they step into their iconic roles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A festive week from Ken Dones ‘No Rules' opening at HOTA to Stephen Pages ‘Baleen Moondjan' performance on a barge on Brisbane River, to ‘A place in Sultans Kitchen' at QPAC to acclaimed actor Sheridan Harbridge's vibrant tribute to Chrissy Amplett.
Singer Lisa Simone is the only person in the world who can call Nina Simone 'mommy'. Lisa was the beneficiary of Nina's incredible talent and her affection, but she was also at the mercy of her mother's erratic moods. Lisa is the only child of the legendary singer, songwriter, and civil rights activist Nina Simone.As a little girl, Lisa loved trying on her mum's stage costumes and singing with her at the piano at home.But after her parents divorced, Nina's moods became erratic, and Lisa was often the target of her mother's violent outbursts.Lisa escaped back to New York, then into the United States Air Force, and then onto Broadway, finally launching her own musical career.It was only after she had her own daughter that Lisa found a way to reconnect with her mother on her own terms.Further informationLisa is on tour in Australia at the moment with her show, A Daughter's Tribute to Nina SimoneShe is performing at the QPAC in Brisbane on Wednesday 23 July and at Adelaide's Her Majesty's Theatre on Saturday 26 July.Find out more about the Conversations Live National Tour on the ABC website.This episode of Conversations was produced by Meggie Morris, executive producer is Nicola Harrison.It explores family dynamics, jazz music, motherhood, therapy, songwriting, mental health, mental illness, bipolar, performance, Dublin Jazz Festival, mother daughter relationships, epic origin stories, the military, the US military, veterans, musical theatre.
What keeps an actor in the game? In part two of our chat with Otis Dhanji, we go beyond Peter and the Starcatcher and dive into the highs, the hurdles, and the “this is why I do this” moments of his career. From handling the pressure of big projects at a young age to navigating rejection and jumping between stage, film, and TV—Otis shares what he's learned about making it (and staying) in the industry. Missed part one? Catch up now, then hit play on this one!
Forty years ago today, The Lyric Theatre "soft-launched" The Pirates of Penzance. Australian star of the stage and ‘Frederick’ in the 1984 production of Pirates of Penzance Simon Gallaher, joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to discuss the opening of QPAC. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Over the past 200 years, theatre has often been a lightning rod for social and political upheaval in the United States. Even the plays of William Shakespeare have been the subject of violent debate. This surprising history is examined in two recent books by James Shapiro: Shakespeare in a Divided America and The Playbook.Also, Trent Dalton's Love Stories, based on conversations with strangers on a Brisbane street corner, comes to the stage at this year's Brisbane Festival, and we pay tribute to the Australian playwright Jack Hibberd (Dimboola; A Stretch of the Imagination) who has died at the age of 84.
In this episode Elaine chats with Australian performance artist and dancer Leah Shelton about her show Batshit. We chat the inspiration for the show, her grandmother's story and the narrative of the “Cray” woman. Batshit - Traverse Theatre Dates: 1st -25th August @ Various Times Get Tickets Here: https://www.traverse.co.uk/whats-on/event/batshit-festival-24 BATSHIT Women have long been locked up, medicated, pathologized and silenced by a simple label - ‘crazy'. BATSHIT is a wildly theatrical, unexpectedly funny, and deeply intimate story of female madness. Created by psycho-siren Leah Shelton (AU) and directed by Olivier award-winning performance artist Ursula Martinez (UK), this is a requiem for Leah's grandmother Gwen, who was incarcerated for seeking independence in 1960s Australia. BATSHIT draws on personal stories, pop psychology and Prozac-laden humour to explore the myths, fantasies and fears that keep us compliant, and the systems that let us down. Dedicated to all the women labelled hysterical, psycho, hormonal and deluded by a society that seeks to control and discredit their experiences. LEAH SHELTON Psycho-siren Leah Shelton creates stylized, guttural, renegade feminist work soaked in cult references and dark humour. Her work has taken her from the glamour of Las Vegas to the back streets of Kings Cross, from rigorous training in Japan to live art festivals in New York. As a solo artist, Leah has played on and off West End in London. She has graced the cabaret stages of La Clique, Club Briefs, Little Death Club, Vegas Nocturne and Jonny Woo's infamous UnRoyal Variety Show. Her first solo work, ‘Terror Australis', received numerous awards and toured Australia and France. Leah's second solo work, ‘Bitch On Heat', directed by UK Performance Art luminary Ursula Martinez, has toured to major festivals in Australia and Soho Theatre London to critical acclaim and standing ovations.With Lisa Fa'alafi, Leah is Co-Director of artist collective Polytoxic, creating hyper-visual works underpinned by diversity and collaboration. Polytoxic have presented work at PS122's COIL Festival NYC, Harbourfront Centre Canada, WanSmolbag Vanuatu, Sydney Opera House, Darwin Festival, Brisbane Festival, APAM, Bleach*, Enlighten, ArtsHouse Melbourne, Ten Days on the Island, Brisbane Powerhouse and QPAC.Originally dance-trained, Leah has a diverse performance background including over ten years training in the Suzuki Actor Training Method with Frank Theatre (Brisbane, AU), Suzuki Company of Toga (Toga / Shizuoka, Japan) and SITI Company (New York, USA). https://www.leahshelton.live/batshit HIPA GUIDES: HIPA GUIDES OUR WEBSITE - www.persistentandnasty.co.uk Persistent Pal & Nasty Hero - Pals and Hero Membership Email – persistentandnasty@gmail.com Instagram - @persistentandnasty Twitter - @PersistentNasty Coffee Morning Eventbrite - Coffee Morning Tickets LINKTREE - LINKTR.EE Resources Samaritans - Rape Crisis Scotland - Rape Crisis UK ArtsMinds - BAPAM Freelancers Make Theatre Work Stonewall UK - Trevor Project - Mermaids UK Switchboard LGBT+ - GATE PLANNED PARENTHOOD DONATE - DONATE ABORTION SUPPORT NETWORK UK - ASN.COM- DONATE
Mark Anthony from the Graceland Register of Authorised Elvis Tribute Acts, joined Peter Gleeson on 4BC Drive ahead of performing for one night only on Thursday at QPAC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The audience of "Tina - The Tina Turner Musical" last night at QPAC were treated to something completely unexpected as the show concluded. Alfie Langer made an on-stage appearance and sang "Simply The Best"; convincing Liam that the iconic tune should be sung at EVERY NRL Grand Final by whoever is doing the pre-game show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
For NAIDOC Week, guest host Wesley Enoch is joined by First Nations performers, playwrights and programmers who "Keep the Fire Burning" on stages right across the country.Ian Michael and Rachael Maza discuss the First Nations theatrical canon and whether classic texts like Jane Harrison's Stolen should be staged more often, we find out what it's like for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to work within established Australian arts institutions, and we meet two rising stars of the stage who are about to make their debut as writers at this year's Brisbane Festival.
In Conversation is on location this week at Melbourne's Hamer Hall to speak with an artist who truly deserves the title of Broadway Royalty. Audra McDonald has won six Tony awards – more performance wins than any other actor, and the only person to win for leading and featured roles in both straight theatre and musicals. Her wins include turns in Carousel, Ragtime, A Raisin in the Sun, and perhaps most notably, Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill. She's featured in many well-loved television shows, such as The Good Fight, and The Gilded Age, as well as feature films including the live action version of Beauty and the Beast. As a classical soprano, she's performed with the Houston Grand Opera and the Los Angeles Opera, has sung with many symphony orchestras including the Berlin and New York Philharmonics, and she's won two Grammy awards. In this conversation, Audra takes us through her career from her childhood roles at a dinner theatre in Fresno, California, through her time at Juilliard to her subsequent success and how that's shaped her career choices and advocacy for civil rights. Audra McDonald performs in the Concert Hall of the Sydney Opera House on Saturday May 11, QPAC in Brisbane on May 15, and Hamer Hall in Melbourne on May 17, having already presented concerts in Perth and Adelaide at the time this program was published.
Robyn Arthur is one of Australia's leading theatre performers who soon celebrates 50 years working in the Industry. Robyn toured with Jonathan Church's Singin' in the Rain and Jonathan Biggins' Australia Day for Hit Productions and Mother & Son with Noeline Brown for McLaren House. In 2013, she toured Australia in Elizabeth Coleman's play It's My Party (And I'll Die If I Want To!) with Henri Szeps for Hit Productions and appeared in the Production Company's Singin' in the Rain directed by Gary Young at the State Theatre. In 2011, she starred again alongside Todd McKenney in the hit revival of The Boy From Oz having also appeared in the original cast. Robyn played Mrs Potts in the Aria Award winning Australian premiere season of Beauty and the Beast with Hugh Jackman and will be long remembered for her performance as Madame Thenardier (Victorian Green Room Award) in the original cast of Les Miserables directed in Australia by Trevor Nunn. Robyn clocked up almost 1,300 performances in the role. In 2007, she was nominated for a Helpmann Award for her performance in the Australian premiere of Sideshow Alley (Keelan/Young) for QPAC. Robyn's other theatre highlights include Stuart Maunder's production of My Fair Lady (Opera Australia); Minefield's and Miniskirts by Terence O'Connell (Malthouse), Gale Edwards' production of Sweeney Todd (Opera Queensland); Stephen Sondheim's Company directed by the late Richard Wherrett and Michael Gow's classic Away for the Sydney Theatre Company. Television credits include The Newsreader, Rosehaven, Five Bedrooms, Sisters, Woodley, Twentysomething, Laid 2, The Librarians, City Homicide, Very Small Business, Kath and Kim, Blue Heelers, MDA, Neighbours, and the US production, Nightmares and Dreamscapes. Robyn also appeared in Charlotte's Web with Dakota Fanning for Paramount Pictures and the Tropfest short film Hoarder Control directed by Nichola Colla. Robyn's been a proud member of Actors Equity since 1975 and serves on the Victorian Actors Benevolent Trust (VABT).The STAGES podcast is available to access and subscribe from Spotify and Apple podcasts. Or from wherever you access your favourite podcasts. A conversation with creatives about craft and career. Follow socials on instagram (stagespodcast) and facebook (Stages).www.stagespodcast.com.au
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Richard Wagner's massive Ring Cycle consists of four heroic operas that tell stories from ancient Nordic sagas. But what would happen if you shifted the tale to an imaginary cosmos closer to our own? That is the question raised by an epic new production from Opera Australia which draws on imagery from Asia and the Pacific.Also, Moulin Rouge! The Musical is theatre at its most spectacular and dynamic — so, how do they do it? We go backstage with their technical director, Richard Martin. And we meet some dedicated volunteers from The Rondo Theatre, home of the Cairns Little Theatre, which turned 70 this year.
After wowing international audiences for the best part of 12 months, Bluey's Big Play: The Stage Show returns to Australia, with a season beginning on December 30th at the QPAC Playhouse in Brisbane.To celebrate the return of the show to Bluey's hometown, and the theatre that played host to the world premiere, Justin spoke to Bluey's Big Play director Rose Myers.We'll hear about the reaction to the show from Bluey fans around the world, and how much the team is looking forward to its Australian homecoming.Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), in association with BBC Studios, Andrew Kay and Windmill Theatre Co., is thrilled to announce that the original live show Bluey's Big Play will return to QPAC's Playhouse in Brisbane for an exclusive season from 30 December 2023 to 20 January 2024.Tickets go on sale for all performances on Friday 4 August at 9.00am. To book go to qpac.com.au or phone 136 246.Bluey's Brisbane is the podcast that explores the real life world of your favourite Heeler family.Hosted by Justin Rouillon and Lou Bromley - follow us on Facebook and Instagram - @blueysbrisbaneAbout QPAC:The Queensland Performing Arts Centre welcomes over 1.5 million local, interstate and overseas visitors annually to more than 1,200 performances embracing the best in live performance: the world-renowned alongsidethe emerging, local and new. It is a public cultural institution where people, performance and ideas connect. QPAC aims to amplify the voices of diverse communities to provoke thought and reflection and deliver remarkable live arts experiences to audiences.
CLC student Lily Pietsch has been given the honor of performing with the Ballet Theatre Queensland's production of "Sleeping Beauty" at the magnificent QPAC in January. Lee finds out what it takes to reach such a milestone at such a young ageSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode, Jacinta and Lachlan interview Elise McCann, co-founder of Hey Lemonade. We ask Elise all the nosey questions we had about Hey Lemonade as an idea and an app - where the idea came from, how Elise and Lucy got it up and running and if they use their own pep talks when things get a little hard. We dig into the CSIRO's report and findings of the efficacy of the app and why it was so important to both Lucy and Elise to have writers and speakers from different walks of life involved in the app. About our guest Actor, producer and co-founder of the pep talk app, Hey Lemonade, Elise is a Helpmann and Sydney Theatre Award winner. Elise is currently starring in Mamma Mia in the lead role as Donna. Elise is a graduate of NIDA and studied law at the University of NSW. In 2014 she founded her own production company Oriel Entertainment whereby she has created and produced theatre, musicals and concerts for Sydney Opera House, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, QPAC, Adelaide Cabaret Festival and the ABC. Elise's debut album Dahlesque was released with ABC/Universal in 2017. Episode partner Are you tired of the same old boring puzzles? Mix things up with Wongo Puzzles! Each puzzle is a custom design, with intricate patterns and whimsical shapes that will keep you engaged for hours. Plus, their eco-friendly materials and commitment to sustainability make Wongo Puzzles a guilt-free way to unwind. Use our link https://zen.ai/differentlybrained or the code DB to save 10% at wongopuzzles.com. The discount will be applied at checkout! Representations & resources Hey Lemonade website CSIRO Hey Lemonade report Download the Hey Lemonade app You can purchase all of these book titles and more from your local independent bookseller or Booktopia. Please note by purchasing through these Booktopia partner links we are provided a small commission which allows us to continue to provide the podcast at no cost to our audience. About the podcast Differently Brained shares the opinions of individuals and does not consider your personal circumstances. Differently Brained exists purely for information purposes and should not be relied on as health or medical advice. Because no brain is the same, please consult your healthcare professional for your personal medical needs. The Differently Brained team acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we record, edit and stream this podcast. We pay our respects to all First Nations peoples and their Elders part, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all First Nations cultures and their ongoing connection to the lands, waterways and communities.
Brisbane Festival, in association with QPAC, is thrilled to announce it will stage the world premiere season of Bananaland!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sales and Crabb coming to you from the Chat 10 Looks 3 live show at the QPAC Concert Hall, Brisbane on 19 May 2023. (20.06) The Smith Family | Donate (21.00) The Jaguar by Sarah Holland-Batt | Booktopia (25.60) Tandia by Bryce Courtenay | Booktopia (26.30) Flowers in the Attic by Virginia Andrews | Booktopia (30.48) Yellow Notebook by Helen Garner | Booktopia (35.50) Still: A Michael J Fox Movie | Trailer | Apple TV+ (37.00) Back to the Future | Trailer | Binge (41.00) Spin City | Trailer | Apple TV+ (41.53) No Time Like the Future by Michael J Fox | Booktopia (43.35) Alone Australia | Trailer | SBS On Demand (55.00) Life & Death Decisions by Dr Lachlan McIver | Booktopia (57.25) Ted Lasso | Trailer | Apple TV (1.00.01) The Diplomat | Trailer | Netflix (1.34.00) The Americans | Trailer | Disney Plus (1.02.05) Queen Charlotte | Trailer | Netflix (1.02.30) Because We Have Each Other Documentary | Trailer | Screenings (1.09.50) Helen Garner on Happiness | The Guardian Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Leah Purcell AM is one of Australia's leading actors, writers, and directors with award-winning roles in theatre, film, and television. She's a proud Goa-Gunggari-Wakka Wakka Murri woman who describes herself as fierce b****h and a truth teller. In this episode Jess and Leah dig deep on how Leah came to be such an exceptional story teller, and why it's important to tell the truth of the past. Leah is fearless when it comes to giving voice to those who don't have one, and there is so much we can learn about Australia's Indigenous issues from her in this conversation. But most of all Leah urges us to listen so we don't repeat the same mistakes of the past. Leah has reshaped Henry Lawsons iconic short story to be told from the perspective of an Indigenous woman, watch The Drovers Wife, the legend of Molly Johnson which you can stream on Foxtel, and if you're in QLD Leah will be directing Breaking the Castle at QPAC with info here The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show acknowledges the Gadigal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders peoples here today. Content Warning: This episode touches on domestic violence, so please reach out to 1800 respect if you do need support. Show Credits:Host: Jessica RoweExecutive Producer: Nic McClureAudio Producer: Nicola SitchDigital Content Producer: Amy Code See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Born and raised on the outskirts of Brisbane, QLD, Australia to an ex professional rugby league player and a gymnast/model, a career in acting was a different choice for a young Mitchell Bourke. After many hours of extra curricular training throughout school and multiple leads in school musicals, the arts were a definite calling for Mitchell. Though his high level achievements in sport played a part in his growth, his interest in art, human behaviour and psychology led him to continue his arts journey by studying a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting at the Queensland University of Technology an audition based program that takes part for 3 years. Mitchell is looking forward to his new feature film ‘A Royal in Paradise' to come out, where he plays Prince Alexander alongside Rhiannon Fish. Most recently Mitchell has was the lead in Queensland's Theatre production of ‘First Casualty in 2022. Previous to that he was involved in QPAC's Fourteen. He has also worked on the SBS (The Family Law) and ABC (The Diary of an Uber Driver) as well as spending time with the Australian Shakespeare Company and has lead multiple internationally recognised short films. He has Australian and US based representation. Mitchell's acting journey has also led him to work behind the scenes on 3 international projects as a grip. Such projects include 'Young Rock', 'Blacksite' and most recently 'The Wilds S2' where he spent 5 months as a dolly grip. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/steven-cuoco/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/steven-cuoco/support
Tim Omaji (formerly known as Timomatic) joins the show to chat about his role in the new Moulin Rouge musical about to hit QPAC. Dating the babysitter, is this a thing of reality or fantasy? And a man that visits funerals to bring messages from the dead.
Tim Omaji (formerly known as Timomatic) joins the show to chat about his role in the new Moulin Rouge musical about to hit QPAC.Dating the babysitter, is this a thing of reality or fantasy?And a man that visits funerals to bring messages from the dead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tim Omaji (formerly known as Timomatic) joins the show to chat about his role in the new Moulin Rouge musical about to hit QPAC.Dating the babysitter, is this a thing of reality or fantasy?And a man that visits funerals to bring messages from the dead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tim Omaji (formerly known as Timomatic) joins the show to chat about his role in the new Moulin Rouge musical about to hit QPAC.Dating the babysitter, is this a thing of reality or fantasy?And a man that visits funerals to bring messages from the dead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brisbane, 2022. Five women, best friends for decades, meet once a month to talk about books, life, love and the jagged bits in between.Dissecting each other's lives seems the most natural thing in the world and honesty, no matter how brutal, is something they treasure. Best friends tell each other everything, don't they? But each woman carries a complex secret and one weekend, without warning, everything comes unstuck.Tiddas is a page-to-stage adaptation of Anita Heiss's best-selling novel in a joint La Boite Theatre, QPAC and Brisbane Festival production. I had the absolute pleasure of yarning with theatre goers and the amazing cast members on the second preview night. Join me as we hear from a really diverse range of audience members and hear all about the cast's thoughts and experiences so far. Tiddas plays La Boite from 5 – 24 September. Get your tickets here - https://laboite.com.au/shows/tiddasRecommendations throughout this episode: https://www.anitaheiss.com/tiddasWebsite: www.blackmagicwoman.com.auFollow us on Instagram - @blackmagicwomanpodcastThe Black Magic Woman Podcast is hosted by Mundanara Bayles and is an uplifting conversational style program featuring mainly Aboriginal guests and explores issues of importance to Aboriginal people and communities. Mundanara is guided by Aboriginal Terms of Reference and focusses more on who people are rather than on what they do.If you enjoyed this episode, please ‘Subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘Follow' on your Spotify app and tell your friends and family about us! If you'd like to contact us, please email, info@blackmagicwoman.com.auSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/black-magic-woman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
If the border closures of the last two years have a silver lining for Australian artists and audiences, it must be the renewed focus on Australian work at our capital-city arts festivals.This year's Brisbane Festival demonstrates what that kind of investment can achieve, with an array of world premieres gracing the city's stages, including Holding Achilles, Tiddas, Slow Boat and Othello.
If the border closures of the last two years have a silver lining for Australian artists and audiences, it must be the renewed focus on Australian work at our capital-city arts festivals. This year's Brisbane Festival demonstrates what that kind of investment can achieve, with an array of world premieres gracing the city's stages, including Holding Achilles, Tiddas, Slow Boat and Othello.
In this week's episode, Tori and Eliza are joined by a current super swing in Friends: The Musical Parody, Lucinda Wilson! Together they discuss taking the massive leap from studying full-time to swinging in a touring show, the importance of making mistakes, making her QPAC debut, her tips for first-time swings and more!For more about Lucinda check out:@lucinda.wilson on InstagramTickets for Friends The Musical ParodyLeave us a rate and review, and let us know what you'd love to hear in our next episode on our Instagram @ps.stagedoorpod or via our email at ps.stagedoor.podcast@gmail.comCreated, Edited and Produced by Victoria Bullard & Elizabeth Gunther Art by Catherine Gunther
Our oldest modern dance company, the Australian Dance Theatre, has been delighting and challenging audiences for nearly 60 years. Now Wiradjuri dancer and choreographer Daniel Riley is at the helm, becoming the first Indigenous man to lead the company. Also, we meet the winner of this year's Keir Choreographic Award, Tra Mi Dinh, and Wesley Enoch's joyous musical The Sunshine Club returns to the Queensland Theatre stage after 23 years.
QPAC's First Nations art festival Clancestry returns for 2022
Lara Croydon brings the highlights from QPAC's Clancestry, Ngarrindjeri rapper Eskatology discusses his new single, and Paul Girrawah House brings Ceremony into the gardens of the NGA with his tree scarring practice.
Brian Wise talks to Terence Crawford, narrator of the acclaimed play Girl From The North Country, written by Conor McPherson, which opens at the Comedy Theatre in Melbourne on April 29 and runs through to June 4. The play, which has already had a season in Sydney, will also be in Canberra from August 25. and in Brisbane at QPAC from September 8.
Casey Donovan is one of Australia's most versatile Entertainers. After a meteoric rise to fame at the age of sixteen, Casey became the youngest ever winner of Australian Idol in 2004. Since then, she has made her mark not only as a musician, but also in the areas of stage, screen, presenting and writing. Casey is a multi-Award winner and nominee, including an ARIA No #1 Award for Listen with Your Heart and Deadly Awards for Best Album, Best Single and Most Promising New Talent.After taking a break from music, in 2009 under the direction of Rhoda Roberts, Casey made her theatrical debut in Miracle In Brisbane for Brisbane Festival. This was to be the first of many acclaimed theatrical performances thus far in Casey's career, including The Sapphires, As You Like It, Opera Yarrabah, The Flowerchildren, Rent, We Will Rock You as Killer Queen, and Chicago as Matron “Mama” Morton. Casey's stage credits have earned her respect from the industry, which has seen her receive a nomination for Best Newcomer and Best Performance by an Actress in a Musical in the Sydney Theatre Awards.In 2010 Casey also returned to music with the release of the single Big, Beautiful & Sexy, along with a sell-out tour and major festival performances plus opening for the legendary Cyndi Lauper on her 2011 Australian tour. Musically, Casey then released her highly anticipated EP Off The Grid & Somewhere in Between hitting the Top 30 chart and in 2019 was invited to participate in Eurovision – Australia Decides, performing and releasing the original song Proud in the national final, placing second.Over the span of her illustrious career, Casey has appeared on all major daily and weekly Network television programs and has presented her own indigenous music themed show Fusion on SBS/NITV during 2012 and 2013. In 2017 Casey was crowned Queen of the Jungle by public vote in the third season of I'm A Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here.Casey made her scripted television debut in 2018 on Network Ten's comedy series Streetsmart as Tia the probationary parking inspector and then was cast in the hit TV show How To Stay Married, alongside Peter Helliar and Lisa McCune. Following this was a hosting role alongside Noni Hazlehurst and Kurt Fearnley on SBS's TV's What Does Australian Really Think?Casey is currently playing the role of Judy Bernly in Dolly Parton's stage musical ‘9 to 5'. Her enthusiasm for what she does is palpable; evidenced here in a joyous conversation.‘9 to 5' plays the Capitol Theatre in Sydney before moving on to Brisbane in May at The Lyric Theatre, QPAC. Seasons in Melbourne and Adelaide will folow. The show features Marina Prior, Eddie Perfect, Caroline O'Connor, Erin Clare and the fabulous, Casey Donovan.The STAGES podcast is available to access and subscribe from Whooshkaa, Spotify and Apple podcasts. Or from wherever you access your favourite podcasts. A conversation with creatives about craft and career. Recipient of Best New Podcast at 2019 Australian Podcast Awards. Follow socials on instagram (stagespodcast) and facebook (Stages).www.stagespodcast.com.au
"Boy Swallows Universe" is now playing QPAC and the lead of Eli is played by none other than Joe Klocek - AKA Nova staffer 'Casa Joe'. Joe talks us through the full schedule and how a real-life accident almost made him more like his character than he ever wanted... Follow Ash, Kip & Luttsy with Susie O'Neill! Facebook: www.facebook.com/ashkipluttsyandsusieoneill Twitter: www.twitter.com/AKLS_nova Instagram: www.instagram.com/ashkipluttsyandsusie See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We're learning all the moves in the Play Haus this week as Australasian Dance Collective's Guest Artist, Melanie Lane, joins us to talk all about her career as a choreographer and dancer. We learn about her new work, Alterum, which heads to QPAC next week as part of the dance spectacular and triple bill, 'Three'. Inspired by the supernatural and mythologies, Melanie explains her creative process behind the work, the world of dance as she knows it, and even dabbles in chats about the future of our artistic creative community.Scene 20 unravels Australasian Dance Collective's new work 'Three' and Melanie's choreographic masterpiece, 'Alterum'. We dive deep into working with the company and adapting the work during a COVID time. Melanie shares her love of dancers expressing their voice in the language of the work and tells us about the supernatural inspiration behind her latest piece. We fouette into the world of dance, spinning back to Melanie's early childhood and her passion for choreographing. We also hear about the projects she's worked on internationally and digitally during COVID-19 and her thoughts on looking into the future to find better systems to support artists.About Melanie Lane: Visit Melanie's website at melanielane.info or alternatively follow her creative journey on Instagram at @melahhnee or instagram.com/melahhnee/.About Australasian Dance Collective:For further information about ADC and to book tickets to their upcoming shows, visit https://australasiandancecollective.com/. Alternatively, you can follow them on Instagram @australasiandancecollective or instagram.com/australasiandancecollective/, or like their Facebook Page at facebook.com/australasiandancecollective/.Play Haus Picks:Three (Australasian Dance Collective) - qpac.com.au/event/adc_three_21/Our House (Brisbane Arts Theatre) - artstheatre.com.au/productions/our-house-2/VOID (Wild Dreamer Productions and HOTA) - hota.com.au/theatre/void/Jekyll & Hyde (A Slightly Isolated Dog) - brisbanepowerhouse.org/whats-on/event/jekyll-hyde/Theatre Haus:Website - theatrehaus.comFacebook - facebook.com/TheatreHausInstagram - instagram.com/theatrehaus/ or @theatrehausPlay Haus:Website - theatrehaus.com/playhausFacebook - facebook.com/playhauspodcastInstagram -
The Bluey Stage Show returns to Brisbane for a return season at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre Playhouse from May 4th to May 9th. And due to overwhelming demand QPAC has added six new shows to the return season of Bluey's Big Play The Stage Show. You can now also come and see Bluey, Bingo, Bandit and Chilli Saturday 15 May OR Sunday 16 May 9.30am, 12.30pm or 3.30pm at the Playhouse. Wackadoo! Jacob Williams is one of Australia's premier puppeteers, puppetry directors and the co-artistic director of Lemony S Puppet Theatre. Jacob has recently returned from performing on Broadway as the Head of Puppetry in the Tony award winning King Kong, Alive on Broadway to take on the role of Puppetry Director for the Bluey Stage Show. We spoke to Jacob about how you transform a much loved TV show into a three dimensional show using puppets to bring the Heeler family to life. Bluey's Brisbane is the podcast that explores the real life world of your favourite Heeler family. Hosted by Justin Rouillon and Lou Bromley - follow us on https://www.facebook.com/blueysbrisbane (Facebook) and https://www.instagram.com/blueysbrisbane/ (Instagram) - @blueysbrisbane
Come From Away Musical based on true story of planes diverted from Sept 11 to a small Canada town. Interview with Liam Mcilwain QPAC Brisbane
Come From Away tells the true story of the planes that were diverted on Sept 11 and the 7000 passengers that disembarked on a tiny Canadian Town. Queenslander, Sarah Morrison stars as Janice in the production at QPAC. Brisbane, Australia.
Join Traditional Owner Shannon Ruska and Nick Hadnutt, Curator of Archaeology at Queensland Museum on a journey to discover the hidden layers of our city. These two story tellers will connect you to the stories of our past combining Indigenous history and archaeology. Start this audio tour anywhere along the trail route, simply pick your landmark to learn more about the history of Meeanjin. If you are listening to all 6 stories the whole circuit will take you 30-40 minutes, each story is approximately 5-7 minutes. Learn the meaning and significance of Welcome to Country. Take your imagination across bridges from the first penal colony and back to the present day. LOCATION: Victoria Bridge Memorial (Abutment. QPAC side of bridge)
Bluey's Brisbane is the podcast that explores the real life world of your favourite Heeler family. After a year of disruptions that saw the cancellation of https://www.qpac.com.au/event/bluey_20 (Bluey's Big Play The Stage Show )earlier this year, the production will be launching its national tour, kicking off at https://www.qpac.com.au/ (QPAC) in Brisbane on December 22nd through to January 10th 2021. The great news is that due to COVID restrictions being lifted, QPAC can operate at 100% capacity, which will mean fresh tickets to the show are availble now through QPAC's website. We spoke to Brett Howe who is the Festival Director of the Out of the Box Festival, which is a biennial children's event that has been running in Brisbane for almost 30 years. Brett is also involved in Bluey's Big Play The Stage Show as an executive producer, and spoke to us down on the banks of the Brisbane River. It was right in the spot where Bluey and Bingo ballet danced their way around an ice cream lick in the Ice Cream episode, which is also the ep that you can see the QPAC building in! uey's Brisbane is hosted by Justin Rouillon and Lou Bromley. Follow us on https://www.facebook.com/blueysbrisbane (Facebook) and https://www.instagram.com/blueysbrisbane/ (Instagram) - @blueysbrisbane
Bluey's Brisbane is the podcast that explores the real life world of your favourite Heeler family. After a year of disruptions that saw the cancellation of https://www.qpac.com.au/event/bluey_20 (Bluey's Big Play The Stage Show )earlier this year, the production will be launching its national tour, kicking off at https://www.qpac.com.au/ (QPAC) in Brisbane on December 22nd through to January 10th 2021. The great news is that due to COVID restrictions being lifted, QPAC can operate at 100% capacity, which will mean fresh tickets being available shortly. https://www.qpac.com.au/waitlists/family-waitlist/ (Sign up to their waitlist) to get the word on when the tickets drop! A brand-new theatrical adaptation of the Emmy® award-winning children's television series, Bluey's Big Play The Stage Show features an original story by Brisbane's own Bluey creator Joe Brumm and new music by Brisbane based Bluey composer, Joff Bush. Thanks to our friends at QPAC we spoke to Rose Myers who is the director of Bluey's Big Play. Rose Myers is the Artistic Director of https://www.windmill.org.au/ (Windmill Theatre Company), an award-winning national performing arts company based in Adelaide, South Australia. A multi-Helpmann Award nominated director, her productions regularly visit leading stages and festivals around Australia and the world, including the Sydney Opera House, Melbourne's International Comedy Festival and New York City's New Victory Theatre. Her directing credits for Windmill include the multi-award winning Pinocchio, The Wizard of Oz, Fugitive, School Dance, Big Bad Wolf and Girl Asleep. Prior to Windmill, Rose was the Artistic Director of Arena Theatre Company and also the Artistic Director of Queensland Performing Arts Centre's Out of the Box Festival in 2010. Rose has worked independently for ABC Television, Back to Back Theatre Company, Victorian College of the Arts, Queensland Theatre Company and Sydney Theatre Company. In 2006, she was a Creative Director for the Melbourne Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony. Bluey's Brisbane is hosted by Justin Rouillon and Lou Bromley. Follow us on https://www.facebook.com/blueysbrisbane (Facebook) and https://www.instagram.com/blueysbrisbane/ (Instagram) - @blueysbrisbane
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