Chairperson's Message
WHEN rock legend Bruce Springsteen sees you play and then announces he's a fan, you know you're onto a winner.
This is exactly what happened to Canadian bluesman Harry Manx. Dubbed the "essential link" between music from the east and west, Harry's music envelopes audiences in warm vocals, haunting songs and quirky covers of classic blues tracks. He's lived in Europe, Japan, India and Brazil, drawing on each country's music and culture to create songs that feature the lap-slide guitar, harmonica, cigar-box guitar, banjo, stomp box and 20-stringed Mohan Veena.
Ipswich music enthusiasts will be lucky enough to see Harry perform in an intimate set in the Cunningham Room of the Ipswich Civic Centre. This will be a once-in-a-lifetime chance to see Harry outside of a blues and roots festival.
The Ipswich Civic Centre continues to attract big name performers with Australian rock icons Joe Camilleri, Grace Knight and Normie Rowe performing in early September, while screen legends Garry McDonald and Henry Szeps will tread the boards later in the month. Tickets to see music royalty David Campbell live in November went on sale this month. And Welsh superstar Aled Jones will stage his only Queensland show in Ipswich.
There is truly something for everyone as part of the Festival of Theatre. Please peruse the shows on offer and pick your favourites. Don't forget to buy your tickets now to avoid disappointment.
I look forward to seeing you at a show in the near future.
Cr Charlie Pisasale
Chairperson
Arts, Community and Cultural Services Committee.
- the Swing Sessions 1, Swing Sessions 2, Good Lovin' and On Broadway CDs,
- the limited edition First and Foremost CD featuring David's earlier works,
- and the Good Lovin' Live DVD.
In this issue...
Remember When - Ipswich Seniors' Concert
A reunion of old friends leads to memories of good times with songs such as As Time Goes By, Life Is Great In The Sunshine State and From This Moment On. Arrive early for 30 minutes of pre-show entertainment.
Tuesday 17 August - 1.30pm
Special needs group concert - 10am
All tickets $8
NEARLY SOLD OUT - get in quick
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April's Fool
Presented by Empire Theatre, April's Fool is thought-provoking and an optimistic reflection on how we live our lives. Last year Kristjan Erauds died of complications from illicit drug use - he was two weeks short of turning 19. Using words from Kristjan's family and friends, the show is a powerful mix of sadness, loss and love laced with humour.
Thursday 19 August - 1pm and 7.30pm
Adult $22 Conc $19
Schools $12
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Wombat Stew
First published in 1984, Wombat Stew is a modern day phenomenon in children's literature which has sold more than 350,000 copies Australia-wide. The simple story of a dingo who catches a wombat and decides to make wombat stew, has been cleverly developed into a "true-blue-dinky-di-big-aussie-musical" - complete with blobs of mud, very fine feathers, creepy crawlies, flies, gum-nuts and a big bubbling billy can. Suitable for 4-8 years of age.
SOLD OUT
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Australian Rock Legends in Concert: Nothing But The Truth
A spectacular concert with an all-star line up. See Australian rock legends Joe Camilleri, Grace Knight and Normie Rowe perform all their best hits including Shape I'm In, Harley and Rose, Fever, Shakin' All Over, Que Sera Sera and On The Prowl with their amazing live band. Special guest Frankie J Holden will use all the interrogation skills he leant from starring in shows like Underbelly to question the musicians about how their greatest songs came to be.
Wednesday 1 September - 7.30pm
Adult $69 Conc $59
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Aled Jones
Aled Jones has been a household name since the mid-1980s when his uniquely pure voice reverberated worldwide. The Welsh singer has 27 albums to his name, selling more than 6 million to date. He is also the popular presenter of BBC's Songs of Praise where he has endeared himself to over 20 million viewers worldwide. Ipswich is the exclusive Queensland venue for Aled's Ultimate Tour.
Thursday 2 September - 7.30pm
All tickets $79
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Harry Manx
They call Harry Manx's music "mysticssippi" and even Bruce Springsteen is a fan. Unique Canadian bluesman Harry Manx returns to Australia for a long-awaited national tour, bringing to life his stunning new Bread and Buddha album. This latest musical offering follow on from the success of his 2004 Live at The Basement DVD and his acclaimed Mantras for Madmen studio album.
Friday 10 September - 7.30pm
All tickets $48
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The Producers - Ipswich Musical Theatre Company
Ipswich Musical Theatre Company presents this sensational Mel Brooks musical. Max Bialystock, a down on his luck Broadway producer, and Leo Bloom, a nerdy young accountant, concoct a scheme to raise millions of dollars by deliberately staging a show that will flop. But something goes wrong – the show is a gigantic hit.
Saturday 11 and 18 September - 7.30pm
Sunday 12 September - 2pm
A Reserve Seats: Adult $35 Conc $28 Child $16
B Reserve Seats: Adult $30 Conc $26 Child $14
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Halpern & Johnson
Garry McDonald and Henry Szeps (former co-stars of Mother & Son) reunite for this award-winning drama about two different men with one surprising thing in common. Joseph Halpern seems incapable of expressing his loss and love for recently deceased wife Florence, then one day he is joined at her graveside by a stranger, Dennis Johnson, who describes Florence with more affection than just a dear friend.
Friday 24 September - 7.30pm
Adult $34 Conc $28
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Click here for a complete list of tickets on sale now - www.ipswichciviccentre.com.au/festival_of_theatre/events/
Ipswich Civic Centre
Cnr Limestone and Nicholas Streets
Ipswich QLD 4305
PHONE (07) 3810 6100
www.ipswichciviccentre.com.au