Ipswich City Council2012 Program of EventsWelcome to the Ipswich Civic Centre online booking system.
The Guitar Collective presents Richard Gilewitz & Tim O'Brien
Guitar aficionados and fans of unplugged music - listen up! In this celebration of virtuoso, acoustic guitar Richard Gilewitz (internationally Tickets available at the door from 6:30pm until 7:15pm.
James Morrison with special guest Vocalist Emma Pask
 Saturday 19 May 7.30pm  All Tickets $45.00
James Morrison says. "I have put together a group of the finest musicians in Australia, with a repertoire that includes both classic jazz standards and original works - The result is a dynamic musical experience." "The different stylistic approach of the various members of the group provides great diversity in our concerts - my guitarists work blends the contemporary with the traditional like no other and the percussion of my drummer has to be seen to be believed. Added to this, the vocal talents of Emma Pask make an evening with the James Morrison Band something I'm sure you will not forget." Tickets available at the door from 6:30pm until 7:15pm.
John Waters "Looking Through A Glass Onion"
Sunday 20 May 7.30pm All tickets $65.00 Concession/Student $60.00Group 8+ $60.00 In 1992, John Waters and Stewart D'Arrietta took to the small stage at the Tilbury Hotel, Woolloomooloo, Sydney with their debut production of "Looking Through A Glass Onion". What was initially a one week booking quickly sold out and extended into a six week, sell out season. Thus the original seed of "Looking Through A Glass Onion" was born. Fast forward 20 years and after many successful and sold out Glass Onion tours, John and Stewart have decided to return to their ‘up close and personal' intimate 2 man show tour commencing in January 2012. Tickets available at the door from 6:30pm until 7:15pm.
Melbourne International Festival Roadshow 2012
Tuesday 22 May 7.30pm All Tickets $35.00 Group 10+ $25.00
Stuffing one of the world's largest comedy festivals into the one show is no easy feat, but the Melbourne International Comedy Festival has done just that with Roadshow 2012. Offering a selection of Australian, international and special guest comedians, the Roadshow is literally all the best bits of the Comedy Festival condensed into the one ‘all killer, no filler' travelling event. Limited tickets are left. Please contact the Box Office on (07) 3810 6100.
Adam Harvey 'Falling into Place' Tour
With Special Guest Amber Lawrence
Sunday 27 May 7.30pm Adults $35.00 Concession $32.00 Child $20.00
Adam Harvey, one of Australia's most accomplished Country Music performers, reaches a new pinnacle of achievement with his seventh studio album FALLING INTO PLACE. With a career that spans 10 years, 3 Gold albums, total sales upwards of 300,000 albums and 7 Golden Guitar Awards; including 2 for Album of The Year and 2 more for Male Vocalist of The Year, Harvey is already at the forefront of Australia's most acclaimed Country Music entertainers and has the runs on the board to show for it.
James and the Giant Peach
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All shows have SOLD OUT. When James Henry Trotter accidentally drops some magic crystals by the old peach tree, strange things start to happen. A peach begins to grow at the top of the tree and before long it's as big as a house.
Class of '59
Friday 1 June 8.00pm All Tickets $65.00
Australia, it's back... by overwhelmingly popular demand! Happy Days Records by special arrangement with its president "Big Al Delvecchio" brings this unique concept to the stage with new stars and memories from the era that reigns supreme in Rock N Roll history. Big Al - world famous drive-in owner of Al's Diner - has cooked up a rock and roll feast large enough to whet any appetite assembling the greatest band ever to take you back to a decade that created music legends and influenced a formidable culture, performing a catalogue where their songs are timeless, their hits are endless, and their flair is never forgotten. Rock like never before and take the journey back to the Class of 59!!!
Acoustic Guitar Spectacular
One night - three incredible guitarists. The show features solo and combined performances, guitar fireworks and beautiful songs from an eclectic range of styles including blues, jazz, country, classical and contemporary. Michael Fix has earnt a place amongst the world's top players with his entertaining and amazing fretboard wizardry. Nick Charles has been described by The Melbourne Age as "Australia's virtuoso of acoustic roots and blues"
Andrea Valeri from Italy - his first time in Australia - has been shaking up the guitar world with his sophisticated cover arrangements and heartfelt originals.
Men in Pink Tights
Sunday 3 June 7.30pm Adults $69.90 Concession $59.90 School Age Child $44.90 Group 10+ $59.90 Family (family of 4) $200.00 (child extras $30.10)
Making their World Premiere season in Australia, LES BALLETS ELOELLE are bringing their new production "Men In Pink Tights" - the most spectacular, talented and hilarious all-male comedy ballet ever From the thrilling pirouettes of the male dancers (in male and female costumes) with brilliant choreography to the side splitting humour, LES BALLETS ELOELLE new show "Men In Pink Tights" is a show designed for the young and old. The greatest troupe of its kind around the globe; Les Ballet's Eloelle features over fifty ballets in its repertoire and an array of the best international professional male ballet dancers from thirteen nations
Australian Army Band 2012
Wednesday 13 June 11.00am All Tickets $12.00
One of the finest military bands in Australia, the Australian Army Band Brisbane presents a musical programme that is sure to entertain all. Known for it great versatility the band performs a wide range of styles including music from theatre, the swing era, traditional military band repertoire and music from the movies. The band features instrumental soloists who amaze audiences with their virtuosity and songstress Corporal Simone Dew, (the band's resident vocalist) never fails to charm and delight audiences with with her beautiful voice. Come and join the band for a unique Military experience but expect the unexpected and be prepared to have some fun.
let the Sunshine
Starring Peter Phelps.
Award winning Australian playwright David Williamson's play has been described as part Romeo and Juliet, part Meet the Parents. This satirical comedy is set in Noosa. Toby and Ros are retired left wing radicals who flee to the upmarket Sunshine Coast seaside town to escape scandal in Sydney. There they meet Natasha and Ron - a shallow socialite and a brash property developer. When their children find romance together, the patter of tiny feet brings on the clashing of egos. Contains strong language and adult themes.
Boy Girl Wall
Friday 15 June, 7.30pmSaturday 16 June, 7.30pm Adults $35.00 Concession $30.00 School student $25.00 Group 10+ $25.00 A production by The Escapists In association with Critical Stages This is not a love story. This is a story about love. This is the story of Thom and Alethea. Two neighbours in an apartment block, trying desperately to keep their lives from falling apart. But the wall that stands between them has decided they belong together. Following sell-out seasons across Australia, this hilarious smash-hit production by The Escapists is a stunning celebration of theatricality, imagination and the joy of play.
The Old Fella - Rod Gregory
Saturday 23 June, 8.00pm Adult $32.50 Concession $29.50
Promotional Exposure Presents a fun night of comedy, The Old Fella & Friends. As seen on Australia's Got Talent, Rod Gregory is the funniest retired farmer working as a stand-up comedian in Australia today. Based in South Australia, Rod has performed well over 100 gigs all over Australia this year. He has just returned from Sydney where he absolutely blitzed the Sydney Comedy Store, arguably Australia's premier comedy venue.
Rod - The Old Fella - loves to entertain and his shows are enjoyed by adults of all ages, from all walks of life.
Syncopation
Wednesday 4 July 7.30pm Adults $32.00 Concession $29.00
A Critical Stages and The Follies Company production SYNCOPATION is a smash-hit fusion of comedy, drama, romance and ballroom dancing set in the exciting, electric rush of New York City in 1912. Henry Ribolow is a Jewish meatpacker crazy with a dream of becoming a ballroom dancer, and desperate for a dance partner. Anna Bianchi, an Italian Catholic seamstress, is unsatisfied with her life until she spots a curious ad in the paper: "Give your life a lift. Wanted: A Dance Partner to dance for royalty."
The Delltones 2012
Saturday 7 July 8.00pm Adults $57.00 Concession/Student $52.00 School Age Child $28.00 Group 8+ $50.00 It only seems like yesterday but more than 50 years on The Delltones are still enchanting and energizing audiences with their highly exciting and colourful performances. The Delltones with their rich harmonies, featuring the unique voice of PEEWEE WILSON still captivate audiences blending their own hits ‘Gee', ‘You're The Limit', Get A Little Dirt On Your Hands', ‘Come A Little Bit Closer', ‘Hangin'Five' with classic DooWop and Pop.
David Campbell 'Let's Go' Tour
On the back of 4 x top 10 albums featuring tracks from Broadway through to ‘60s pop, David Campbell is excited to release his next album and labour of love for 2011 - ‘Let's Go'! Featuring David's signature fresh twist on some of the most exciting tracks to come from the early eighties, Let's Go! will be in stores November 18. Initially inspired by the revolutionary ‘second British invasion' of the early ‘80s, Let's Go is sure to be the biggest summer party album of 2011 and features hits including Let's Go, Shout To The Top, Come on Eileen, I'm Your Man and Tainted Love.
The Roy Orbison Tribute Show
Athol Matcham's musical career began when he won a talent quest singing a Roy Orbison song. He went on to become a lead singer in a rock and roll band, learning and refining his craft along the way. This talented singer has been entertaining audiences for many years, performing in such diverse areas as rock and roll, light opera and country music. A former Hoadley's Battle of the Sounds winner he has continued to impress fans and critics alike.
Jon English in Rock Revolution
Sunday 12 August 7.30pm Adults $69.00 Concession/Student $64.00Group 8+ $59.00 The Harbour Agency and the producers of the phenomenally successful ‘Rock Show' - Sound One - proudly present Jon English, back bigger and better in 2012! Jon English has been working tirelessly to unearth, refine and rediscover a whole lot more from the great rock'n'roll archives to bring you ... ‘Rock Revolution'!
A Garry Ginivan Attraction Happy Birthday Peter Rabbit
Based on the books by Beatrix Potter This production is licensed by Frederick Warne & Co. Ltd, 2012.
ICC Seniors - Marsh Mellow Park
Ipswich Seniors Concert Group present two main house performances each year. The cast are all experienced Ipswich performers who volunteer their time to tread the boards to bring these locally written and directed shows to life. 10.00am show is for special needs group bookings only. Bookings can only be made at Box Office on 3810 6100. 1.30pm show is a public performance. (Pre-show entertainment will commence at 1.00pm) Concert written by Ipswich's own Alan Sutching.
Ladies Night
Thursday 23 August 7.30pm Adults $34.00 Conc/Student $29.50Group 8+ $29.50
The ultimate night out and not only for the girls! The story of four unemployed guys, motivated by ‘The Chippendales' to form a male stripping act, in order to make some fast cash.
The Eagels Band: The Ultimate Eagles Experience
Friday 24 August 8.00pm Adults $39.00 Conc/Student $35.00 Primary school child $20.00 Group 8+ $35.00
The Eagels Band is a stunningly accurate tribute to Southern California's most famous musical group, The Eagles. The Eagels Band takes in all of the Eagles Greatest Hits (Take It Easy, Desperado, Hotel California, New Kid in Town), to deep album tracks (Wasted Time), and even Don Henley and Joe Walsh solo material (Heart of the Matter, Rocky Mountain Way). Presenting a performance that is a raucous, rock & roll show one minute and an intimate acoustic show the next, The Eagels Band performance is suitable for music lovers of all ages.
2012 Charmaine Wilson - Spirit Whispers
Tuesday 2 October 7.30pm All Tickets $50.00
Meet ‘The One '- the most talented psychic in Australia. Her gift? Connecting the spirit world with the living. Her calling? To bring people out of darkness. Her passion? Helping those coping with grief. Her name? Charmaine Wilson. Winner of Channel 7's The One, and Australian Psychic of the Year, Charmaine Wilson gives her audiences a chance to connect with those who have passed over, in order to give messages of peace and love to the living.
Johnny Cash: The Concert
Saturday 20 October 7.30pm All Tickets $65.00 Conference Group 50+ $60.00A celebration of his 80th birthday, this special two-hour concert event captures the spirit of this iconic Superstar. Johnny Cash: The Concert takes you back to the humble beginnings of the famed "Man In Black", and through a musical journey of Cash's timeless hits. From his first release on the Sun label, 1955's "Hey Porter" to his signature "Folsom Prison Blues" and a string of Cash & Carter duets and more. Featuring star of "The Class of 59" 2012 Daniel Thompson, legendary Australian Country guitarist Stuie French, International renowned singer/songwriter Alanna Cherote and introducing The Tennessee Studs. This unique musical journey is one not to be missed!
Russian Ballet Touring Presents "Sleeping Beauty"
Friday 26 October 8.00pm Adults $87.90 Concession/Student $77.90Primary School Child $67.90 Group 10+ $77.90 Child 2 & Under free (must sit on lap) Following their 2011 sell out performance of A Festival of Russian Ballet, the Imperial Russian Ballet Company return to Australia with their presentation of the classic masterpiece "Sleeping Beauty" in three acts. The Imperial Russian Ballet Company combines the unity and integrity of the great Russian ballet schools where traditions are passed on from one generation to another.
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