October 2009
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Chairperson's Message
I urge you in particular to support the local production of Monty Python's Spamalot. This hilarious show features some of the city's finest performers in a smash hit musical never seen before on an Ipswich stage. I applaud the Ipswich Orpheus Chorale for bringing this show to the city. We have had some spectacular performances by our local groups this year. The Cambrians, Ipswich Musical Theatre Company, Ipswich City Orchestra and the Ipswich Seniors Concert Group all contribute to the ongoing success of the Festival of Theatre program. Along with the Orpheus Chorale and our many dance schools, they allow local talent to truly shine. I look forward to hearing about what they have planned for 2010. 
Cr Charlie Pisasale
| In this issue...Don't Miss Spamalot!
Don't miss the fun and frivolity on offer this month as Orpheus Productions presents the popular Monty Python musical, Spamalot. A smash hit on Broadway and the West End, Spamalot tells the legendary tale of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table and their quest for the Holy Grail – in a style only Monty Python could create. Featuring a chorus line of dancing divas, serfs, cows, flatulent Frenchmen, killer rabbits and a legless knight, this madcap musical has been leaving critics and audiences in stiches. Now, for the first time, it is offered to Ipswich audiences – and tickets to the final weekend of shows are selling fast! 23 & 24 October – 7.30pm  |
Local Dancers Join the Party at Nightcafe
Performers from five local dance studios will provide pre-show entertainment under Ipswich Civic Hall's new shade sails in the lead-up to Dancenorth's Nightcafe on Saturday 31 October. The local dancers will perform from 6.45pm. A party where everyone is invited, Nightcafe is an exhilarating production from Queensland's leading contemporary dance company. Offering an intoxicating mix of gypsy music and cabaret story that will have you ducking flying furniture and much more, Nightcafe has a rhythm and tempo which moves from melancholy to frenetic. The dancers perfectly blend with the music for dramatic solos that dissolve into lush musical textures and sweet melodies. With a film noir sub-plot and explosive energy, this spectacular show delivers a poignant, humorous and up-tempo night of enjoyment. Saturday 31 October – 7.30pm – Pre-show entertainment from 6.45pm
Enjoy a Last Laugh with Wickety Wak
Fans will be treated to hours of musical mayhem with the band's unique show combining serious melodies with hilarious parodies of some of the world's most noted musicians. Wickety Wak performed its very first door deal at the Prince Alfred Hotel, so it's fitting to have its final shows in Ipswich. Come and enjoy this opportunity to relive your favourite Wak memories one more time. The 8.30pm show is sold out, so a 4.30pm show has been added to meet demand – BE QUICK! Saturday 7 November – 4.30pm
Ticket GiveawayWin a double pass to Nightcafe. Be one of the first five people to email theatre@ipswich.qld.gov.au with 'Free tickets to Nightcafe' in the subject line. Please be sure to include your daytime telephone number. One entry per person. Only winners will be notified. Have a Rockin' Christmas with Dorothy
Come and meet Dorothy the Dinosaur – graduate of RADD (Royal Academy of Dinosaur Dancing) – along with her friends Captain Feathersword, Wags the Dog and Henry the Octopus. Joining them are the elves Fernie and Poppie, special guest ELF-IS – and Santa of course! Children will be enchanted while they plan a special, surprise Christmas party for Dorothy.
Tuesday 15 December – 12.30pm show now on sale
Hi-5 to Visit Ipswich Next Year!
Stevie, Casey, Fely, Lauren and Tim want to do something special for their wonderful friend Chats' birthday. So, they are throwing her a party. It's a big, fun-filled surprise with heaps of singing, dancing and party games. Get ready to yell "surprise!" and join in the celebration. Hi-5 Surprise is the biggest party to ever hit the stage... but remember, don't tell Chats! Suitable for 2-6 year olds.
Tuesday 23 March 2010 – 11.30am and 2pm – ON SALE NOW!
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Ipswich Civic Hall | |
From musical comedy to amazing dance and from renowned variety performers to everyone's favourite dinosaur – there's plenty on offer at Ipswich Civic Hall in the lead-up to the festive season.
As of 1 November, Ipswich Civic Hall will be relaunched under the new name Ipswich Civic Centre.
All good things must come to an end and Ipswich Civic Hall will be the venue for Wickety Wak's final performances, before these crazy entertainers concentrate on their individual careers.
Join everybody's favourite dinosaur for dancing, music and Christmas cheer when she meets the man in red from the north pole! 
Hi-5 is planning a surprise party and everyone is invited!