April 2009
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Chairperson's Message
With everything from Irish superstar Tommy Fleming and legendary Australian singer-songwriter Paul Kelly, to the hilarious Kitty Flanagan and the beautiful ballads of Troy Cassar-Daley, the choices are seemingly endless for Ipswich right now. For those who love dance and theatre, there's also something for you with upcoming performances from The Rhythms of Ireland and La Boite Theatre Company, while home-grown talent will be on show when the Miner Chords hosts the Parade of Champions. Keep enjoying all the Festival of Theatre has to offer! 
Cr Charlie Pisasale
| In this issue..."Voice of Ireland" on his way to IpswichDescribed as the "Voice of Ireland", platinum selling superstar Tommy Fleming will perform at Ipswich Civic Hall this month as part of his first-ever concert tour of Australia.
Tommy is Ireland's biggest selling Irish artist over recent years, having achieved 31 times platinum sales across the UK and Europe. His signature unique and powerful voice, combined with his quick-fire Irish wit, ensures his concerts are both 
Tommy's music appeals to all age groups and, along with the traditional Irish classics, he covers many contemporary pieces and songs that everyone knows and loves like Bridge Over Troubled Waters, So Strong and From a Distance.
Thursday 30 April - 8pm 
Paul Kelly brings songs from the south
With a career that has spanned more than 30 years, Paul Kelly remains one of the world's greatest songwriters. He has chronicled our country's beauty, scars and desires as well as his personal insights which know no borders.
Sunday 3 May - 7.30pm
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Comedy Festival assures laughter aplenty
Described as "effortlessly hilarious", Kitty Flanagan has done stand-up and sketch comedy just about everywhere, from clubs across Australia, the UK and Europe to stints on popular TV shows like Full Frontal. Joining Kitty in Ipswich will be fellow comedians Russell Kane, Asher Treleaven and Celia Pacquola, held together by the seamless hilarity of MC Dave Callan.
Tuesday 19 May - 7.30pm WARNING - This show may contain coarse language, sexual references and material that can offend. It is not recommended for children under the age of 15.
Irish rhythms take Civic Hall stage
Described as "the sound and spirit of the Emerald Isle", The Rhythms of Ireland presents an exhilarating show of perfectly sounded traditional rhythms, song and dance. Seen by over two-million people worldwide, amassing an unsurpassed reputation for stunningly executed performances, this is a show not to be missed.
Sunday 24 May - 7.30pm
Also coming up next monthAn acclaimed Australian play, a hypnotist and a multi-award-winning country artist are among the other events coming up in May. Evermore
Consider everything you think you know about Evermore: run through their history, of brothers Jon, Peter and Dann Hume growing up in the rural New Zealand town of Feilding and finding their feet as musicians; reflect on their breakthrough 2004 debut Dreams and its beautifully crafted follow-up, 2006's Real Life, selling platinum and double platinum; look at their six ARIA Award nominations, two NZ Music Awards, Channel [V] and MTV gongs, and the high esteem in which music fans and peers hold them. Gather those thoughts for a moment – then get ready to be blown away! Evermore comes to Ipswich as part of a national tour to celebrate the release of Truth Of The World: Welcome To The Show, one of the most ambitious albums you'll ever hear. Monday 25 May – 7.30pm Walking by Apple Tree Creek
Join two grey nomads, Del (Carol Burns) and Stan (Bob Newman) on their great Australian dream of selling the house, buying a mobile home and hitting the road. This acclaimed theatre production by La Boite is a funny yet deeply moving tale that is truly Australian. Told to a nostalgic soundtrack including Perry Como and Johnny O'Keefe, Walking by Apple Tree Creek is a tender, provoking and refreshingly amusing journey that will have you walking down your own memory lane.
Wednesday 27 May - 7.30pm *** FOR A SPECIAL $20 TICKET OFFER ON THIS SHOW, CONTACT THE BOX OFFICE ON 3810 6100 OR VISIT THE WEBSITE. CONDITIONS APPLY.*** Peter Powers
The UK'S most outrageous and the world's naughtiest hypnotist, Peter Powers is a well known face from his regular appearance on The Footy Show. Suffice to say his shows are unique, fun-packed and full of surprises!
Thursday 28 May - 8pm Troy Cassar-Daley - "I Love This Place" Tour 2009
Having sold more than 250,000 albums, Troy Cassar-Daley is one of Australia's most awarded and recognised singer/songwriters. He has achieved four Gold records, 13 Golden Guitar Awards and was recently presented with the 2008 CMA Global Country Artist Award.
Friday 29 May - 7.30pm Parade of Champions
Hosted by Ipswich's 'Miner Chords', over 20 barbershop quartets and eight choirs will compete during the day in front of interstate and international judges to win a place in the evening concert. The evening concert then presents the 'best of the best' in full flight. Featuring reigning champions The Blenders and the River City Clippers.
Saturday 30 May - 7.30pm Wes Carr
2008 Australian Idol winner Wes Carr and his electrifying five-piece band are bringing his songs to Ipswich. The heartfelt mid-tempo tales he wrote as a young man like East Coast, Love Is An Animal and The Way The World Looks, together with his platinum selling number one single You and the new single Feels Like Woah, will leave you crying for more. One fantastic night only - book early.
Sunday 31 May - 7.30pm
Coming in June - NoiseworksIconic Australian band Noiseworks will perform live in concert this June.
Since then, the band has extensively toured Australia and produced many more outstanding songs for its large following of fans across the country. Noiseworks' shows were always known to be some of the best that Australian live rock could nurture. Now it's your chance to see this iconic Aussie band live in concert.
Thursday 4 June - 8pm
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Looking over the list of coming events, I am simply amazed by how many great shows are coming our way. This month has been a very busy one for Civic Hall and May is absolutely jam-packed with great entertainment for everyone.
Paul Kelly, his band and special guest Charlie Parr will visit Ipswich next month as part of a national tour celebrating the release of Songs of the South - Volume II. 
Acclaimed Australian funny-woman Kitty Flanagan will headline the Ipswich leg of the Melbourne Comedy Festival Roadshow when it rolls into town next month.
Following a highly-successful and critically acclaimed sell-out Australian tour in 2008, Ireland's most celebrated and elite company of dancers and musicians is on its way to Ipswich. 
Noiseworks shot to mainstream fame in 1986 with their debut single No Lies, which instantly became an ARIA top 20 hit. Quickly following were chart anthems Take Me Back, Love Somebody, Welcome to the World, and Burning Feeling.