2009 Begins With Ted E’s Farewell

The 2009 Festival of Theatre will kick off in February with plenty of laughs as popular ventriloquist David Strassman bids farewell to one of his beloved characters.

Strassman's 2009 Australian tour, entitled "Ted E's Farewell Tour" will mark the retirement of the much adored bear. He will retire from the pressure, the publicity, the paparazzi, the tabloids and - most of all - Chuck Wood!

As hilarious as ever, the show is a star-studded tribute to Ted E Bare's greatest showbiz moments. Of course, Ted E Bare's departure leaves a huge hole to fill. Who could fill Ted E's shoes?  Strassman's journey of discovery uncovers some new and extraordinary characters, desperate to join the show. 

Meanwhile, the existing characters battle to get more of the show. The evilly sarcastic Chuck Wood, the grumpy and cantankerous Grandpa Fred, attention-seeking A.N.G.E.L. and intergalactic Kevin enter a battle of wits  - so prepare for a wild ride of biting humour and desperate behaviour!

But will Ted E Bare really leave for good? Where will he go, who is his real family, and can this psychologically twisted show survive without its shy side? Could this be the end of everyone? Make sure you find out!

Please note this show has an MA rating. Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult.

Tuesday 10 and Wednesday 11 February - 7.00pm & 9.15pm
Adults $54.90, Concessions $49.90

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Let's Do The Time Warp Again…

It's just a jump to the left ... and before you know it, a fantastic Rocky Horror event will be taking the Ipswich Civic Hall stage.

Tickets are now on sale for TIME WARP - A ROCKY HORROR MUSICAL in the lead up to two spectacular performances at Ipswich Civic Hall on Wednesday 18 and Thursday 19 February, 2009.

Be taken to another dimension by the power house performances of the devilish cast, including former Ipswich resident Rebecca Grennan as Magenta and her co-stars: Simon Voweles as Franken Furter, Jessica Rae as Janet; Damien Chambers as Brad; Leigh Barker as Riff Raff; Anna Burgess as Columbia and John Powell as Rocky - all of whom have worked both in Australia and Internationally entertaining the masses.

These performers will lead you towards your dark side, recreating the cult classic crowd favourite from the 70s with a new re-vamped version for your horrific enjoyment!

Songs featured include : Science Fiction, Dammit Janet, Over At The Frankenstein Place, Time Warp, Toucha Toucha Touch Me, Wild & Untamed Thing, Rose Tint My World, Dream It Be It, Make You A Man... and many more.

Packed with audience participation and a spectacular light show, this hit stage spectacular is sure to get those suspenders swinging once again!

Please note this show is not suitable for people aged under 15 years.

Wednesday 18 and Thursday 19 February - 7.30pm
Adults $36,  Concessions $33

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With platinum records spanning four decades, Smokie's signature sound is a combination of hook-laden songs and distinctive soft-rock harmonies.

In fact, the Smokie sound is so distinctive that it has set the band apart from the rest, allowing them to remain at the top and continue making new music. It's original, it's timeless and it has made Smokie one of the worldwide best selling bands, with a career few could better.

After more than 30 years, one might fear that Smokie is burned out – that the group would want to rest on their laurels and just play the old hits over and over again. But the group’s upcoming concert tour will prove to all their Australian fans that Smokie is in great shape! And the band is also confirming their reputation of being perhaps the hardest working band in the business with 260 days on tour last year, together with 178 flights from country to country.

Now it’s Ipswich's turn to host this amazing, iconic band. As well as experiencing some of the group's newer music, you can also relive all the classic Smokie hits like Living Next Door to Alice, Have You Ever Seen the Rain, Oh Carol, Lay Back in the Arms of Someone, Needles and Pins and many more… A concert no Smokie fan should miss!

Sunday 22, 7.30pm
All tickets $42.40

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