Ipswich City CouncilFestival of Theatre EventsWelcome to the Ipswich Civic Centre online Festival of Theatre program
An Evening with Harry Manx
They call his music "Mysticssippi" and even Bruce Springsteen is a fan, unique Canadian bluesman Harry Manx returns for a long- All tickets $48
The Producers - Ipswich Musical Theatre Company
Saturday 11 and 18 September - 7.30pm Sunday 12 September - 2.00pm MUSICAL THEATRE - 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.
A Reserve Prices Adult $35 Conc/Stud $28 Child <14 $16 Group 10+ $28 Carer $10 (A Reserve first 5 Row Stalls, A Reserve - All Raised Seating, A Reserve first 5 Rows Gallery)
B Reserve Prices (not available online) Adult $30 Conc/Stud $26 Child <14 $14 Group 10+ $26 Carer $10 (B Reserve Rear 3 Rows Stalls B Reserve & Rear 3 Row Gallery)
Halpern and Johnson
Friday 24 September - 7.30pm COMEDY/DRAMA - Garry McDonald and Henri 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. One day he is joined at her graveside by a stranger, Dennis Johnson, who describes Florence with more affection than just a dear friend. Adult $34 Concession $28
Ipswich 150 Gala
Saturday 2 October - 7.30pm IPSWICH VARIETY CONCERT - Participate in this celebration of Ipswich's proud history as the Ipswich City Orchestra provides a stirring musical backing for massed choirs and local dancers as they tell the story of 150 years of fine arts in Ipswich. The stage will be transformed into a kaleidoscope of colour, dance and sound. Don't miss seeing a cast of 100's as they present a Song for Ipswich as the finale. Adult $34 Concession $28
The Fairies
CHILDREN'S CONCERT - The Fairies have been loved by Australian children for over a decade and have amassed a fan-fairy-tastic range of songs. Harmony, Rhapsody, Barnaby, Elf and Minuet bring those songs to life, with the "The Fairies Favourites" 2010 tour. This is an hour of non-stop singing and dancing for fairy fans. Please encourage your fairy fan to dress in their favourite costume, bring their dancing shoes and have their best singing voices. All tickets $22.40
Toni Childs
INTERNATIONAL CONCERT TOUR - Toni Childs is an honest songwriter. She writes about what she's feeling, whether that is happy or sad. Her singles, I've Got To Go Now and House of Hope, which were used on the Thelma and Louise soundtrack, became anthems for thousands of women worldwide. Toni has been nominated for three Grammies during her career and received much critical acclaim. Adult $55 Concession $51
Guys and Dolls
15 to 23 October - 7:30pm Guys and Dolls is a musical with music and lyrics by Frank Loesser and book by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows. It is based on "The Idyll of Miss Sarah Brown" and "Blood Pressure", two short stories by Damon Runyon, and also borrows characters and plot elements from other Runyon stories, most notably "Pick the Winner."
Adults $30.00 Kids $15.00
Charmaine Wilson's Spirit Whispers
Tuesday 26 October - 7.30pm PSYCHIC SHOW - Australian Psychic of the Year, Charmaine Wilson, will give audience members a chance to connect with those who have passed over to give messages of peace and love for the living. Charmaine shared her talents with the nation on Channel 7's hit series The One. After travelling extensively to share her talent, Charmaine is thrilled to return to Ipswich. All tickets $48
Dorothy the Dinosaur's Travelling Show
CHILDREN'S CONCERT - You won't believe your eyes! For the first time ever, Dorothy will have her own plane to travel around the world in search of the perfect rose! Dorothy wants to find the perfect rose to make the best ever rosy-posy cake. You'll see fairies castle live on stage and, of course, you'll sing and dance along with Fairy Clare, Fairy Larissa, Captain Feathersword, Wags the Dog and Henry the Octopus with your favourite Wiggly songs and some brand new tunes as well. Let's go up, up and away with Dorothy the Dinosaur's Travelling Show! All tickets $18
deepblue - The Dream
Saturday 6 November - 7.00pm CONTEMPORARY MUSIC CONCERT - It looks like an orchestra, acts like a band and feels like a movie. With moving images, moving music, and most importantly moving performances, deepblue takes you on an unforgettable journey, and you have a chance to be part of that journey. Audience members are encouraged to SMS the group during the performance to decide how the show ends. (Earlybird discounts to 24 September). Tickets $26 - $48
David Campbell - Broadway & Beyond
Swing Favourites, The Hits, & More Lovinʼ. David Campbell is one of the most prolific and versatile performers in Australia today, with a career that has conquered genres across the globe. From his inimitable performance as Johnny OʼKeefe in the musical theatre phenomenon Shout! to his award-winning role in Andrew Lloyd Webberʼs dramatic Sunset Boulevard, Campbell has established himself as an international theatrical tour-deforce. As popular recording artist, all four of his albums have hit the top ten on the ARIA chart. And every step of the way, Campbell has been dedicated to bringing the music to his fans through the excitement of live performance.
Drawing on both his theatrical background, and his multi-platinum swing and rock David Campbell Platinum Prize Pack If you purchase a ticket prior to October 8 and head to http://www.liveinqld.com/ and submit your details, you will go in the draw to win a platinum prize. All tickets $69 Group 10+ $64
Julie Anthony and Simon Gallaher
(includes tea and biscuits) MUSIC CONCERT - This special daytime concert is a celebration of the greatest songs of the 20th century and features timeless songs you will know and love. It is delivered by two of Australia's greatest entertainers, Julie Anthony and Simon Gallaher. The duos' special vocal chemistry has never been greater than in this new show "Moments to Remember". Adult $29 Concession $25
Aled Jones - International Concert
Thursday 2 September - 7.30pm INTERNATIONAL CONCERT TOUR - Aled Jones has been a household name since the mid-1980s when his uniquely pure treble voice reverberated worldwide sending shock waves of delight and admiration to music lovers everywhere. He has led us on an astounding musical journey from roaming through the heritage of Welsh choral singing to a highly-successful career as a magnificent, velvet-voiced baritone. He has a total of 27 albums to his name - selling over 6 million copies to date and is the popular presenter of BBC's ‘Songs of Praise', where his empathy and spirituality has endeared him to over 20-million viewers worldwide. Lennard Promotions is proud to present ALED JONES - "THE ULTIMATE TOUR" in August/September 2010. Nothing But the Truth 'Australian Rock Legends in Concert'
ALLSTAR CONCERT - A spectacular concert with an allstar lineup. Get the truth and nothing but the truth. Starring Joe Camilleri, Grace Knight, Normie Rowe with special guest Frankie J Holden and their incredible live band, this show promises all their best hits including Shape I'm In, Harley and Rose, Fever, Shakin' All Over, Que Sera Sera and On The Prowl. Exclusive Queensland Performance! 2010 Queensland State Irish Dancing Championships
Queensland's best Irish dancers will battle it out for the state's top honours when the 2010 QUEENSLAND STATE IRISH DANCING CHAMPIONSHIPS are held at the Ipswich Civic Centre. Almost 300 solo competitors and more than 120 teams from as far north as Cairns & as south as Lismore, will compete at this prestigious event. The three-day event will feature 29 solo championship events and 28 team championship events, featuring dancers ranging in age from 6 years to adult. These dancers compete regularly on local, state, national & international level. Many current & former Australian team and solo champions will contest the State Championships this year. Wombat Stew
Tuesday 24 August - 6.00 pm Wednesday 25 August - 10.30am and 12.30pm CHILDREN'S THEATRE - 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. Written by Marcia K Vaughan, with illustrations by Pamela Lofts, 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! April's Fool
A DRAMA PLAY - Presented by Empire Theatres, April's Fool is thought-provoking and an optimistic reflection on how we live our lives. Last year Kristjan Terauds died of complications from illicit drug use. He was two weeks short of turning 19. Using the words of Kristjan's friends and family, the show is a powerful mix of sadness, loss, and love laced with humour. Remember When
IPSWICH SENIORS' CONCERT GROUP - 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. Shout! The Legend of the Wild One
SCHOOL MUSICAL - This is the story of Australia's undisputed king of rock 'n' roll - Johnny O'Keefe. It's a story of ups and downs, triumphs and tragedies, all moving to the soundtrack that set Australia on fire and taught the nation it could rock as hard as anyone else. This high energy show is performed by St Peter Claver College.
Australia Salutes Michael Jackson
MUSIC AND DANCE CONCERT - Michael Jackson is one of the greatest performers the world has ever seen. Relive his amazing career, gravity defying dance routines, groundbreaking music videos, iconic costumes and hits including 'Thriller', 'Billie Jean', 'The Way You Make Me Feel' and 'Beat It' Busting Out
COMEDY PERFORMANCE - Keep abreast of comedy trends and follow these two lubbily-jubbily ladies as they unleash their playful puppies on a trip down mammary lane. It's an uplifting celebration of bouncy songs, wobbly jokes and practical demonstrations of the lesser-known uses of your assets. The Country's New Stars
COUNTRY MUSIC - "The Country's New Stars" tour is jammed packed with Australia's new award winning artists Amber Lawrence, Victoria Baillie, Luke Austen and Aust Idol runner up Luke Dickens. Amber Lawrence (2010 Telstra Horizon Award) & (Female Vocalist of the Year - VIC National Country Music Awards) Luke Dickens (2008 Australian Idol Runner Up) Victoria Baillie (2010 New Talent of the Year) Luke Austen (2010 Star Maker Winner) Over the years Australia has produced some amazing new artists who, through sheer determination, hard work and of course talent, rise to the top and become our stars of tomorrow. All four artists who feature in this 2-hour show - are not only stars of tomorrow, but the new stars of today! The exciting show traces their career and features their hits and some classics individually and collectively on stage. If you want great entertainment and bang for your buck, this is the show you want to see. With the majority of shows being "all ages" it allows for a great family night out that won't break the bank! Very rarely do you have such recent award winning artists on one stage in one show! NICK JR.'S DORA THE EXPLORER LIVE!
CHILDREN'S THEATRE - Dora the Explorer is embarking on an all-new LIVE musical adventure in NICK JR's DORA THE EXPLORER LIVE! SEARCH FOR THE CITY OF LOST TOYS. Join Dora, Boots the monkey, Diego and their friends as they embark on an exciting journey through the number pyramid, the mixed-up jungle and more. Along the way the audience will use their map-reading, counting, musical and language skills to successfully get Dora and friends to the City of Lost Toys. Footloose: The Musical
Saturday 17 July - 2.00pm and 7.00pm SCHOOL MUSICAL - Dust off your leg warmers and get ready to bust a move Kevin Bacon style. Footloose: The Musical takes you on a musical journey back to the 80's with classics like 'I Need a Hero', 'Let's Hear It for the Boys' and of course 'Footloose'. It's time to kick off those Sunday shoes with St Edmund's and St Mary's talented students.
Jon English in The Rock Show
MUSIC CONCERT - Aussie Rock icon Jon English and his astounding troupe of young multi-instrumentalists invite you to come party! Join Jon and a 9 piece group of multi-talented musicians and singers on a journey through the 60's and 70's to rediscover the music that shaped a generation. Relive the songs that were the backdrop to our lives, the songs to which we explored the universe, to which we made war, to which we made love ... and still do! With a set design reminiscent of a giant 60's living room, the Rock Show features classic rock from The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Who, Led Zepplin, Queen, The Kinks, Cream, Bob Dylan, Joe Cocker, Deep Purple, Pink Floyd, David Bowie, Janis Joplin, Elton John, Mamas and The Papas, AC/DC ... plus many more. ... And of course Jon English! Don't miss the theatrics, the history, the humour - the unique experience that is THE ROCK SHOW.
The Wizard of Oz Show
CHILDREN'S THEATRE - Following over 2500 performances internationally, The Wizard of Oz Show arrives on a Queensland Tour of 22 venues these June/July school holidays. Kids can rap with the Tinman, roar like a Lion, wake up sleepy Shakey the Scarecrow and dance with Dorothy in this interactive, new version of America's best loved fairy tale. Billed as one of Australia's top children's shows, the kids are invited to get involved in these adventures down the Yellow Brick Road and can even come dressed as their favourite Oz characters. Live action is mixed with cartoons on screen, intelligent lighting and catchy tunes! Dance of Colours
Dancing Tiger Belly Dance presents Dance of Colours - Oriental Dance Olympics. See some of the world's finest oriental dance performers in a concert of Olympic proportions! Gold Medal performances from Greece, Lebanon, Israel and Australia. Starring Australia's Champion male belly dancer, Jamil.
The Dean Martin and Bobby Darin Story
Veteran cabaret and television star, Issi Dye, performs a tribute to the music world's greatest crooners in the costume and style of the late Dean Martin, Bobby Darin and Frank Sinatra. Hear songs like That's Amore, Everybody Loves Somebody, Sway With Me, When You're Smilin', Dream Lover, 18 Yellow Roses, Splish Splash, Mack The Knife, the Sinatra classic New York New York and many more. Don't miss this special daytime concert event. FOX - Family Theatre
Presented by Monkey Baa Theatre for Young People and based on the book by Margaret Wild and Ron Brooks, FOX tells the fable-like story of an unusual friendship between Dog and Magpie. When Magpie's wing is injured in a raging bushfire, she is rescued by Dog. Blind in one eye, Dog puts Magpie on his back and runs with her. Magpie tells Dog that he can be her wings and she will be his missing eye. The friendship continues until Fox arrives. Seeing the pair cosily together, he conspires to part them. Shakespeare's Shorts - Theatre Restaurant
Get your Shakespeare in half the time (or even less) - and enjoy a three-course meal. The acclaimed Queensland Shakespeare Ensemble presents its fast-paced, mad-cap, sweetlyshortened versions of the Bard's most-loved plays. Enjoy The Instant Romeo and Juliet and The Half-Hour Hamlet - Shakespeare like you've never seen it before. There's song, there's dance, there's sword-fighting, there's madness, there's romance - Shakespeare at its best and fastest!
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Friday 10 September 7.30pm Cunningham Room
Sunday 3 October 2010 - 11.00am and 1.00pm
Thursday 7 October - 7.30pm
Wednesday 27 October - 10.00am
Saturday 13 November 7.30pm
Tuesday 23 November - 11.00am
EXCLUSIVE QUEENSLAND PERFORMANCE
Wednesday 1 September - 7.30pm
Friday 27 August - Sunday 29 August
Thursday 19 August - 1.00pm and 7.30pm
Tuesday 17 August - 1.30pm
Friday 13 and Saturday 14 August - 6.30pm
Saturday 7 August - 7.30pm
Wednesday 4 August - 7.30pm
Saturday 24 July - 7.30pm
Wednesday 21 July - 10.30am and 1:30pm
Thursday 15 and Friday 16 July - 7.00pm
Thursday 8 July - 7.30pm
Wednesday 7 July - 3.30pm
Saturday 19 June - 7.00pm
Thursday 10 June
Tuesday 8 June & Wednesday 9 June
Saturday 5 June
The Big Bopper presents: Elvis meets Buddy 
Foster and Allen
Friday 7 May & Saturday 8 May
