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LADY RIZO

map magazine — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 23:00:02 +0000

A cabaret performance whisks audiences away on a whirlwind sensory adventure. Beguiling music to tempt your ears, outlandish costumes to delight your eyes and a pinch of humour to lift your spirits. Award-winning American cabaret star Lady Rizo is bound for Brisbane Powerhouse for her Australian debut on June 19. Harnessing the allure of cabaret, Lady Rizo’s witty routine will include reinterpretations of popular songs, from Edith Piaf to Britney Spears, with a dash of David Bowie. Her previous collaborations include performances with cellist Yo-Yo Ma and music powerhouse, Moby.…

EXHIBITION

map magazine — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 23:00:55 +0000

It’s safe to assume that a quilt will most often be found at the foot of a bed, or pulled up for warmth on a chilly night. However, this month a series of quilts will be transported from curatorial archives in Europe and displayed at the Queensland Art Gallery. Predominantly featuring pieces direct from the Victoria & Albert collection, the Quilts 1700–1945 exhibition will unveil pieces of bed-linen history from the 18th century onwards. Queensland Art Gallery will host the exhibition from June 15, 2013.…

DARREN JORGENSEN

map magazine — Sun, 19 May 2013 23:30:38 +0000

Visiting Brisbane from the University of Western Australia, Darren Jorgensen will discuss Australian esoteric art at IMA. Ideas in the talk are from a paper he is researching, which looks at how artists such as Norman Lindsay and Danie Mellor mobilise ritual images in their work. In the process of synthesising ritual traditions, esoteric artists themselves become neither gods nor acolytes. Darren’s paper explores some of these tensions in Australian art history. See Darren discuss esoteric art on May 23 at IMA.…

SONS OF SIN

map magazine — Thu, 16 May 2013 23:30:48 +0000

The period prior to adulthood is filled with dreams and the pressure to uphold the legacy of past generations. Exploring the idea of what makes a man a man, The Danger Ensemble’s Sons of Sin follows a group of young men passing through the rites of passage that come before adulthood. Confessions of hopes and dreams are acted alongside scenes of drinking games and sporting matches by a cast of twenty-something actors in similar stages of life. Sons of Sin can be seen at Judith Wright Centre from May 17–25.…

Eat the Collection

Yen Trinh — Tue, 14 May 2013 10:10:51 +0000

Love museums? Love chocolate? Now imagine mini museum collection objects printed IN chocolate! As part of Vivid Sydney Festival, “Eat the Collection” explores the interaction of design, food and technology in glorious chocolate. A collaborative project between the Powerhouse Museum and a select group of the creative industry’s finest; Eat the Collection invites designers to forage through the museum’s extensive online collection for inspirational objects and content. They will then hack, re-mix and design an object to be 3D printed in chocolate and exhibited at the Powerhouse Museum’s inaugural Late Night Lounge event on 30 May 2013.…

MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL COMEDY FESTIVAL ROADSHOW

map magazine — Sun, 12 May 2013 23:30:29 +0000

Laughing is an act we learn from a young age, when our parents would resort to almost any measure to see our tiny dimpled cheeks blush with glee. And while our idea of what is funny may change with time, the infectious appeal of laughing remains. Spreading laughter across the country, the Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow is a band of travelling comedians including Cal Wilson, Asher Treleaven, Harley Breen and Nazeem Hussain. The event will be at Brisbane Powerhouse from May 15–18.…

SILVER GALA BALL

map magazine — Thu, 09 May 2013 23:30:04 +0000

One of the most exciting parts of an event is the anticipation that builds whilst getting ready, especially when the occasion is a ball that requires you to wear your finest threads. The ACT for Kids charity is celebrating its 25th anniversary by hosting its Silver Gala Ball at City Hall on May 11 – the first event to be held in the newly opened building. The ball and ongoing initiatives of ACT for Kids are supported by Mercedes-Benz Brisbane, which provides the charity with cars as prizes for raffles, and also hosts other fundraising events at its Fortitude Valley dealership.…

GREGORY CREWDSON: IN A LONELY PLACE

map magazine — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 23:00:10 +0000

Photographer Gregory Crewdson’s melancholic style and preoccupation with human alienation has seen his work likened to the paintings of Edward Hopper and films of David Lynch. Through his photographs, Gregory depicts a eerie view of middle America, often using a process similar to that of cinema, where sets are constructed, actors are hired and large lights illuminate the set. This process is best reflected in the Beneath the Roses series, which is on display alongside Gregory’s Sanctuary and Fireflies series. You will be able to enjoy Gregory’s works at IMA until May 25.…

THE POOF DOWNSTAIRS

map magazine — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 23:00:39 +0000

It is often the stories grounded in real experience that resonate the most. At just 14, actor and playwright Jon Haynes wrote his first piece of theatre, an autobiographical play, but was unable to find a producer for it. After another failed attempt at penning a play, he decided to refine and perform his first piece, The Poof Downstairs, and coerce friends into playing the extra roles. The problem with Jon’s rather slack friends, however, is that they often forget to show up. Jon will perform with or without his cast at Brisbane Powerhouse from April 24–27.…

MONSTERS

map magazine — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 23:00:27 +0000

Some of cinema’s most profound stories feature a misunderstood protagonist, as is the case with the films in GOMA’s Monsters program, which celebrates the likes of Frankenstein and King Kong. Primarily drawn from the first half of the 20th century, when monsters were prevalent in cinema, the series of films is presented in six strands: bloodthirsty fiends, zombies, mutants and shapeshifters, misunderstood monsters, mad doctors, foreign entities and monstrous absurdities. Monsters will screen at GOMA from April 19.…

RUMOUR HAS IT: SIXTY MINUTES INSIDE ADELE

map magazine — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 23:30:21 +0000

While Adele’s raw and intensely powerful vocals give the chanteuse an undeniable presence that taps into emotional vaults, it is her unpretentious and seemingly grounded response to sudden fame that makes her all the more endearing. In the cabaret Rumour Has It: Sixty Minutes Inside Adele, British-born songstress Naomi Price stars as Adele, singing her songs and delivering a performance that has moments of hilarity and poignancy. The show can be seen at Judith Wright Centre from April 24–27.…

APT7 UP LATE

map magazine — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 23:00:58 +0000

To celebrate the 7th Asia Pacific Triennial of Contemporary Art (APT7), GOMA is hosting a free Up Late event as the exhibition draws to a close. Australian music duo Canyons will perform an original music score to a three-panel video installation that was created by exhibiting APT7 artist, Daniel Boyd. Daniel’s work references the subjective nature of history through dots indicative of partially revealed stories, while the performance by Canyons will blur the lines between programmed and live music to reflect Daniel’s installation. APT7 Up Late begins at GOMA on April 12.…

THE BIRDMANN IN THE EVENTS OF MOMENTOUS TIMING

map magazine — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 23:00:19 +0000

Through his determination to revive vaudeville, The Birdmann has carved a niche for himself in the performance realm. In his latest show, The Events of Momentous Timing, The Birdmann performs alongside local artist Tigerlil to solve a mysterious murder. The show begins with The Birdmann gaining consciousness after blacking out, only to find himself handcuffed and holding a black stiletto. To solve the murder, he must rely on these clues and sporadic flashbacks. See the performance from March 22–23 at Judith Wright Centre.…

LUKE FOWLER: ALL DIVIDED SELVES

map magazine — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 23:00:28 +0000

Scottish filmmaker Luke Fowler uses his films to create portraits of social radicals. In his film All Divided Selves, which was nominated for the Turner Prize 2012, Luke traces the life of Scottish anti-psychiatrist R.D. Laing, who quickly morphed from psychiatrist to celebrity after his theory on schizophrenia was published in his book The Divided Self. Luke’s documentary is constructed from historical footage, including comments from R.D. Laing. All Divided Selves will screen at IMA from March 16.…

MULATU ASTATKE AND BLACK JESUS EXPERIENCE

map magazine — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 00:00:39 +0000

Known as the founder of Ethio-jazz, Mulatu Astatke purveys an infectious sound that captivates from the first note. His Ethio-jazz style emerged during 1960s, fusing tradition Ethiopian harmonies and with the vigour of Latin jazz. In his upcoming Brisbane show, Mulatu will be joined by nine-piece Ethio-jazz ensemble Black Jesus Experience, which experiments with music by blending traditional Ethiopian sounds with jazz, funk and hip hop. Join the jazz group on March 11 at Brisbane Powerhouse.…

WINTERGARDEN

map magazine — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 23:00:16 +0000

After marvelling at the shiny exterior of the Wintergarden, step inside and you will discover a retreat of boutiques, far removed from the bustle of the CBD outside. The shopping precinct stocks a variety of wares in one location, with new neighbours continually joining its portfolio of chic retailers and food nooks. Now you can grab your caffeine fix from hideaway Gramercy, where you can also nibble on delicate cakes and treats made in store. You can also acquire some sartorial treasures with the array of pre-loved designer wares available at Designer Archives with Chanel, Burberry and Lanvin available, or perfect your existing wardrobe with the tailoring services offered at Tinker Tailor Fine Alterations.…

NISSAN PULSAR

map magazine — Sun, 24 Feb 2013 23:00:50 +0000

Those who spent their formative driving years in a vehicle as reliable as Kenickie’s first car in Grease will recall the perils of a lack of power steering and air-conditioning. If you have paid your dues and are looking for a brand-new vehicle, the Nissan Pulsar could be a worthy candidate. Returning to Australia this month, the redesigned vehicle features a spacious interior for your belongings – whether they be children, shopping or holiday luggage – and aerodynamic efficiency. Pulsar Hatch and Turbocharged SSS models will also be available mid-year.…

APT7 CINEMA

map magazine — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 23:00:56 +0000

From ink-wash painting to shadow plays, papercuts, puppetry and woodblock prints, Chinese animators draw upon a variety of techniques to create new works. As part of The 7th Asia Pacific Triennial of Contemporary Art, GOMA’s Australian Cinémathèque is showcasing a retrospective of 200 animated works. Titled Mountains and Waters: Chinese Animation Since the 1930s, the retrospective presents animation from Hong Kong and Taiwan, classics from the pioneering Wan brothers and film from the golden age of Chinese animation. APT7 Cinema will be screened at GOMA until April 14.…

ANGELICA MESITI

map magazine — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 23:00:49 +0000

Hope and belief are powerful and uplifting emotions. In exploring the joy that can come from faith, artist Angelica Mesiti recorded a ten-minute silent film at a rock concert. Named Rapture, after the Christian ideology, the slow-motion film shows teenagers at a rock concert in scenes of fervour that are suggestive of religious worship and spiritual transport. Rapture won the $20,000 2009 Blake Prize for Religious Art and was the first video work awarded the prize. Rapture will be played at the IMA until March 2.…

FLICKERFEST

map magazine — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 23:00:14 +0000

Since its small beginnings at Balmain High School in 1991, Flickerfest has grown to become one of Australia’s most prominent short-film festivals, receiving a record 2,300 entries this year. Of the entries, a shortlist of 100 films will be screened at the festival that travels across Australia every summer. The Brisbane leg of the festival is being shown at the Judith Wright Centre across three nights from February 21–23, broken into Australian and international film screenings. Brisbane talent is represented in two of the films, Captive and The Captain.…