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WELCOME What an amazing year for the Glasshouse Port Macquarie! We’ve received four major industry awards in recognition of the tremendous efforts by the Glasshouse team to deliver our exciting 2011 programs (see back cover for full details). Since opening in July 2009: • Over 660,000 visitors have been to the Glasshouse. • Over 13,000 school children have participated in our Education @ the Glasshouse program. • Over $3.2 million in Box Office ticket sales. This January we have more activities on offer than ever before so you can see what all the fuss is about. Summerfest 2012 is packed with events for everyone. We’re bringing you the best line up of shows, funtastic activities and memorable events all through January. Moonlight Movies, a film festival for kids, Holiday Fun and free art activities, Foreshore in the Forecourt Markets, giant Glasshouse games, yoga classes and even Angelina Ballerina herself! In late December we will be opening the Summerfest Glasshouse Bar complete with coffee, tea, snacks and drinks. Come and enjoy a Sunday afternoon with the kids for free fun in the Forecourt - or until 8pm on Thursday nights with a free Gallery Curator talk. So have some fun, ‘in & out’ of the sun!
Joe Conneely, Manager, Glasshouse Port Macquarie
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SHOWTIME
JOE ROBINSON
Joe Robinson is carving a path as one of the world’s next guitar superstars. Although only 20 years of age, he has performed over 1000 concerts and developed an infectious jaw- dropping guitar style that has to be heard to be believed. As well as being an incredible guitar player, Joe has strong creative visions and is constantly exploring new sounds on his instrument. Joe is also a passionate composer, energetic live performer – and a humble, approachable guy.
Wednesday 4 January 7.30pm Tickets $25 Adult $20 Conc/ Under 18
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JOHN WATERS:
LOOKING THROUGH A GLASS ONION John Waters returns in his critically acclaimed production Looking Through A Glass Onion – a homage to the music, mystery and memory of John Lennon. With 31 songs including A Day in The Life, Strawberry Fields Forever, Revolution, Lucy In the Sky with Diamonds, Working Class Hero, Imagine and more, this is a show for all ages. The music will be delivered superbly by The Glass Onion Band that is led by Stewart D’Arrietta.
Saturday 7 January 8pm Tickets $55 Adult $50 Conc $50 Groups 8+
An amazing show – don’t miss this one.
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ARREBATO ENSEMBLE Arrebato Ensemble is redefining the world of flamenco for contemporary audiences. The group blends flamenco sounds and rhythms with jazz and other world music traditions – expect arresting and hauntingly beautiful music. Following a successful launch at the Sydney Opera House their new album Absolucion is one of the five final nominees for the 2011 ABC Limelight Awards for Best World Music Recording. Having performed at the Sydney Opera House, Womadelaide and Sydney Festival don’t miss this chance to see these acclaimed musicians perform live at the Glasshouse.
Friday 20 January 7.30pm Tickets $25 Adult $21 Conc/ Under 21/ Group 6+
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SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE, THE GLASSHOUSE, DAVID J FOSTER AND ROSS MOLLISON PRESENT
CELEBRITY AUTOBIOGRAPHY ’Loghlin, Fiona O’Loughlin, Mikey Robins & Jeremy Sims Starring: James O
The award-winning international smash hit comedy! Direct from Sydney Opera House Laugh non-stop when outrageous celebrity memoirs are presented live on stage. The all-star cast will perform word-for-word extracts from the brilliantly banal, deliciously ridiculous and absurd autobiographical ramblings of the rich and famous. Running for three sold-out years in New York City, Celebrity Autobiography features hilarious excerpts from Justin Bieber’s backstage confessions, the Britney Spears Diary, Sylvester Stallone’s musings about his muscles, and how Tiger Woods strokes his putter.
Wednesday 1 February 8pm Tickets $49.50 Adult $42.50 Conc/ Group 6+
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OUT N DRAG
AN OUTNHASTINGS EVENT
Calling all potential Drag Queens for Australia’s first ever amateur national Drag Queen competition. Discover or perhaps unveil your Drag Queen alter ego – or just come along for the visual feast that will be OUT N DRAG!
Saturday 4 February 4pm
Registration is compulsory, text/phone 0467 869 358 or email outnhastings@live.com.au
Tickets available from the Glasshouse Box Office
First prize: Two nights accommodation at Medusa Hotel Darlinghurst + $1000 + trophy Second prize: $500 + trophy Third prize: $300 + trophy
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THE GLASSHOUSE PRESENTS
IAN STENLAKE Ian Stenlake is one of Australia’s best kept musical theatre secrets! Recognisable from his many TV roles including Murder Call, Stingers and Sea Patrol, Ian has spent a lifetime in choirs and musical theatre and has a reputation as one of Australia’s most diverse actors and musical theatre stars. Don’t miss this opportunity to see one of Australia’s musical theatre stars performing live in the Glasshouse, paying tribute to the great, joyous musical theatre songs of our time.
Monday 6 February 11am Tickets $24.50 Adults $22.50 Groups 6+
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THE GLASSHOUSE PRESENTS MUSICA VIVA:
SIMON TEDESCHI & IAN COOPER Famed classical pianist Simon Tedeschi and virtuoso jazz violinist Ian Cooper have an incomparable ability to perform the great classical repertoire as well as improvise on the coolest jazz. These two masters will take the Glasshouse by storm with their consummate skill and love of performing.
“Putting Tedeschi and Cooper together is like mixing nitro with glycerine - an explosion of musical virtuosity�. James Morrison
Saturday 11 February 8pm Tickets $34.50 Adult $30.50 Conc/ Groups 6+ $24.50 Under 21/student
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BRAVISSIMO
The Bravissimo concert provides an opportunity for Mid North Coast music students who excelled in their 2011 Higher School Certificate Music exams. Bravissimo celebrates the culmination of many years intensive practise for these young performers. Music studies for these students was more than just another subject choice – it was a passion. This inaugural matinee program is an initiative of a number of our local secondary music educators and endorsed by the Mid North Coast Conservatorium of Music Council as an outreach and development project.
Friday 17 February 12.30pm Tickets $22 Adult $14 Conc/ Child $8 School Student (minimum of 20 students, 1 teacher free) 13
THE SEARCHERS The Glasshouse brings you The Searchers 50th Anniversary Concert Tour. The Searchers were the front line of the British Invasion. The band began as a skiffle group in Liverpool in the late 1960s.
Sunday 26 February 4pm
This legendary British group had a massive impact on the record charts starting with the 1963 hit Sweets For My Sweet, a track that John Lennon labelled “the best record to come out of Liverpool”. Their record success continued with more hits, Needles and Pins, Don’t Throw Your Love Away and Someday We’re Gonna Love Again.
Tickets $59 Adult $54 Conc & Group 6+
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This two hour stage show will have you on your feet celebrating fifty glorious years of musical history.
ELIXIR
WITH KATIE NOONAN
Experience Katie Noonan and Elixir as they perform their ARIA award winning album First Seed Ripening in the Glasshouse Theatre. Katie will be joined in Elixir by guitarist Stephen Magnusson and saxophonist Zac Hurren and together they will present an intimate evening of sublime, lyrical music. The sublime jazz trio’s long-awaited second album First Seed Ripening spent over 10 weeks at No.1 on the Australian Jazz chart and won the ARIA award for Best Jazz Album.
Tickets $39.90 Adult $36.90 Conc, Groups 6+ $30.90 Under 21/Student
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MORE CHOICES THAN EVER BEFORE… Take a journey with your heart and soul in 2012 and become a Glasshouse Season 2012 Subscriber. Season 2012 offers you the best shows and companies touring Australia including Opera Australia’s Oz Opera, Sydney Dance Company, Bangarra Dance Theatre, Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow, Katie Noonan and Bell Shakespeare. With more great shows and savings than ever before, now is the time to purchase Season 2012 show package and get the most out of your Glasshouse. Visit www.glasshouse.org.au to see our full range of Season 2012 shows and find out how you can save more in 2012!
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FAMILIES& CHILDREN
Sydney Opera House and the Glasshouse present the only regional performances of Angelina Ballerina’s Big Audition. Angelina Ballerina’s Big Audition features Royal New Zealand Ballet dancers, choreography by the English National Ballet’s Antony Dowson in costumes based on the original Angelina Ballerina drawings by Wizzy Shawyer and set designs from Al Riches.
3 January 10.30am 12.30pm 3.30pm 4 January 10.30am 12.30pm Tickets $46.50 Adult $36.50 Child
If you love ballet and dance this performance will entrance you. From ages 3-103. “Guaranteed to charm an army of small children — boys, note, as well as girls — and their minders.” The Sunday Times, UK
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Tuesday 10 January 1.30pm - 3.30pm (ages 9-12) Friday 13 January 1.30pm - 3.30pm (ages 6-9) Kids will have a fun morning exploring yoga, craft, breathing techniques, games and relaxation. A great way for kids to explore movement and craft in a fun relaxed atmosphere. Location: Ross Family Studio
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Inspired by aliens and extraterrestrials, kids will let their imagination run wild creating fun and unusual sculptures with unusual materials. Location: Essential Energy ArtLab
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TIE-DYE MAGIC Wednesday 11 January 10am - 12pm (ages 6-8)
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Wednesday 11 January 1.30pm - 3.30pm (ages 9-10)
Location: Essential Energy ArtLab
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Monday 16 January 10am - 12.30pm (ages 6-9) Tuesday 17 January 1.30pm - 3.30pm (ages 9-13)
Kids will explore relief printmaking techniques and drawing to create fun cartoon-style prints. Location: Essential Energy ArtLab $25
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Wednesday 18 January, 10am - 12pm (ages 6-9) Wednesday 18 January, 1.30pm 3.30pm (ages 9-13) Children will be inspired by the beautiful sunflowers of Van Gogh and will then create their own still life paintings from real subjects. Location: Essential Energy ArtLab $25 S KI NG BOO TIAL N E E SS
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ESSENTIAL ENERGY KIDSPOT
We LOVE kids at the Glasshouse. While their bodies might still be growing, their imaginations are already gigantic. We are always amazed and inspired by their energy and enthusiasm for all things creative.
Saturday 7 January 11am
Bring your kids and come along to one of our Essential Energy Kidspots this January and February. Kidspot provides free art activities in the gallery for our Glasshouse ‘sprouts’– helping them grow their creativity, learn new skills and make new friends!
Saturday 21 January 11am
Bookings essential, call 6581 8888.
Saturday 14 January 11am
Saturday 11 February 11am FREE
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CRASH, BANG, RATTLE Every child has musical ability! Play with your child and explore the world of music. Led by a trained early childhood educator, Crash, Bang, Rattle is loads of noisy fun and a great way to start your child’s musical education. Studies show that children who have an early music education develop increased reading and verbal skills, improved concentration memory and self expression. So not only is this a great way to spend some fun time with your bub but it is also good for them!
Fridays 6, 13, 20 & 27 January 10.30am – 11.30am Tickets $8.50
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CHILL OUT
THE NIGHTHOUSE
Wind down after a long summer’s day in the Glasshouse. Open until 8pm on Thursdays in January, come and explore the Glasshouse without cutting into your beach or work time. Take a Glasshouse adventure and get behind the scenes with a Glasshouse Guide. Glasshouse Venue Tours commence at 5pm and are a steal at $5 per person.
Every Thursday in January until 8pm Gallery curator talks commence at 6pm, FREE
Wanted to know more about art but never been game to ask? Enjoy a FREE Gallery talk and learn more about the exhibitions on display. Or just come and ‘chillax’ in our air-conditioned space, enjoy a drink at the Summerfest Glasshouse Bar and listen to great live local music. 27
ARTY AFTERNOONS @ OUR HOUSE
Are the kids itching to get out of the house? Then come to our House! Sunday afternoon is playtime at the Glasshouse... Running out of things to do to keep the kids busy on a Sunday afternoon? Take a stroll through the Gallery, check out the archaeology, get creative at our interactive free art stations, have a coffee at the Summerfest Glasshouse Bar and play with the giant Glasshouse games in the Forecourt. Or unwind with a drink and book from our Summerfest Library - digital or good oldfashioned paper - in our ground floor foyer. ...spend your Sunday afternoons at our House – the bar and cafe are open, the air conditioning is on and we have something to amuse all the family. 28
Every Sunday in January 2-4pm FREE
MARKETS FORESHORE IN THE FORECOURT
The Glasshouse is bringing the ever-popular Foreshore Markets to the Glasshouse Forecourt in the heart of the CBD. Be dazzled by our local artists and farmers as they offer up the best of the best – hand-crafted products, locally grown produce, and a selection of gourmet foods and aromas to tempt and tantalise you. Bring the family and enjoy an evening in the Glasshouse Forecourt. Then ‘chillax’ in our air-conditioned space, enjoy a drink at the Summerfest Glasshouse Bar and listen to great live local music.
Thursday 12 January 4-8pm
YOGA @ THE GLASSHOUSE Find some inner balance with Yoga @ the Glasshouse. This is a great way to try yoga without committing to a full session of classes or if you are on holiday what a great way to find a little balance after a busy indulgent festive season. Led by skilled tutors from the Yoga Shala, Port Macquarie’s only dedicated Ashtanga Yoga studio, Yoga @ the Glasshouse is suitable for complete beginners with breathing exercises and gentle stretches, so everyone can join in. Class duration is one hour. Bookings essential, call 6581 8888 or visit www.glasshouse.org.au the yoga
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Saturday 7 January 10am Wednesday 11 January 4pm Saturday 14 January 10 am Wednesday 18 January 4pm Tickets $15 Adult $12 Conc/ Under 18
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LITTLE BIG SHOTS
Ages: 6-12 Short films include: Bigbox Singsong: “John” Small Being’s Life At the Opera The Yellow Balloon Ormie
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Monday 9 January, 1.30pm – 2.30pm
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Little Big Shots is an inspiring and meaningful film festival for children. It features the best in local and international children’s shorts, animations, documentaries and, amazingly, child-produced films. Perfect for families and kids aged 2 to 15, Little Big Shots is Australia’s major annual and travelling children’s film festival.
Tuesday 10 January, 10.30am – 11.30am Ages: 2-6 Short films include: Bigbox Singsong: “Toes” Molly Monster: “Monstersitting” Small Potatoes: “Chip’s Theme” Murphy’s Shorts Hic! The Adventures of Pim & Pom: “Dance Party”
Thursday 12 January, 3.30pm – 4.30pm
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Ages: 6-12 Short films include: Love Bug There’s Bliss in the Kiss Slap Back Jack: “High-Five Master” See-Saw Sweethearts Searching for Nessie For more details about the films, please visit
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Monday 16 January, 1.30pm – 2.30pm
Ages: 6-12 Short films include: Lola the Magnificent A Mysterious Fish The Owl Who Had a Wish Tangled to Its Foot Veeti and the Beanstalk Joystick Heroes
Tuesday 17 January, 10.30am – 11.30am
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Ages: 2-6 Short films include: One Shoe Blues Splat the Cat Little Man Dreamsy A Night at the Mill How the Bunny Didn’t Turn Into Someone Else
Thursday 19 January, 3.30pm – 4.30pm Ages: 6-12 Short films include: Minnie Loves Junior Stoneflies Days Like These A Duck Out Of Water Two Princesses
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TOWN GREEN, PORT MACQUARIE BAIN PARK, WAUCHOPE VINCE INMAN SPORTSFIELD, LAURIETON
The ever-popular Moonlight Movies are back! Bring your family, your picnic rug and nibblies for a relaxing, family friendly night out under the stars.
IT’S FREE! START Events open from 6pm. Movies start approximately 8.15pm (weather permitting) WHAT TO BRING Picnic rug, chair and BYO refreshments FACILITIES Toilets are available at all sites
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Friday 13 January RIO Saturday 14 January DIARY OF A WIMPY KID VINCE INMAN SPORTSFIELD, LAURIETON
Friday 20 January ALICE IN WONDERLAND
Saturday 21 January NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM: BATTLE OF THE SMITHSONIAN TOWN GREEN, PORT MACQUARIE
Friday 27 January HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL Saturday 28 January DESPICABLE ME for more information visit:
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TALK TOUCH TOUR
HISTORY HUNT
Turn your Glasshouse outing into a cool discovery adventure for the kids... and teach them to ‘dig’ heritage in the process. We have a fun and unique way for your family to explore the Glasshouse. Using an explorer’s map kids can search and discover fun facts about the history of Port Macquarie and the Glasshouse itself. Once you have tracked down all the answers, visit the Glasshouse Box Office to earn a stamp and certificate as a real History Hunter. Visit the Glasshouse to find out how you can become a History Hunter.
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COFFEE MORNING WITH ARTIST CHRIS LANGLOIS ARTIST’S TALK
Are you inspired by the beauty of the Australian landscape? Join us for coffee with Sydney based artist Chris Langlois. Langlois is well known for his sublime and evocative landscape paintings and will discuss his arts practice and his paintings featured in the Water Memory exhibition.
Friday 27 January, 10am
Coffee Mornings @ the Glasshouse will help you crack the code to enter the inspiring world of art. It’s an inspiring morning out in town, complete with a lovely cup of tea or coffee and a snack.
$5 Adult $3 Friends of the Glasshouse
Chris Langlois, Landscape (Pipeclay Point) no.1, 2010, oil on linen, 137 x 137cm, Courtesy of the artist and Rex Irwin Art Dealer Sydney and Heiser Gallery Brisbane.
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GALLERY EXHIBITION
WILLIAM KENTRIDGE South African artist William Kentridge is one of the most significant artists of our time. Kentridge is internationally renowned for his animated films, based on charcoal drawings that explore the complex history of South Africa, the legacy of apartheid and the nature of human emotions and memory. This exhibition presents a series of works on paper, sculptures and the film Tide Table. In this film Kentridge examines the devastating impact of HIV and Aids on South Africa through the eyes of a ruthless Johannesburg industrialist. The Glasshouse Regional Gallery would like to acknowledge the Art Gallery of NSW and Annandale Galleries, Sydney for their support with this exhibition. On view until 12 February 2012. Proudly supported by
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OCEAN–SKY PAINTING WORKSHOP WITH PAVEL LANKAS
Local artist Pavel Lankas will be conducting a workshop demonstrating his techniques of painting seascapes and clouds. Pavel has been a practicing artist for over 30 years with many years teaching experience, including thirteen years teaching Fine Art at the North Coast Institute of TAFE. Pavel will discuss and demonstrate his own techniques and painting process. Participants will learn basic painting techniques using acrylic paint, underpainting, ‘wet into wet’, scumbling and glazing techniques to build up a surface and produce a finished composition. For novice and experienced artists (16+). Places are limited. 40
Saturday 21 January Sunday 22 January, 10am – 4pm Tickets $165 Adult $140 Friend of the Glasshouse Bookings confirmed with payment, call 6581 8888
GALLERY EXHIBITION
WATER MEMORY Water Memory celebrates the sublime grandeur of the Australian waterscape. Chris Langlios captures the ever-changing ambience of the landscape, with brooding skies, hazy mists and shimmering horizon lines. Pavel Lankas’ work explores the tension, drama and uneasy calmness of our Port Macquarie coastline, where the ocean meets the sky and the storms brew. Inspirational and uplifting large-scale landscapes are the hallmark of Anneke Silver’s artwork. Her aerial perspectives capture the topographical splendour of North Queensland waterscapes. On view until 19 February 2012. Chris Langlois, Landscape (Pipeclay Point) no.1, 2010, oil on linen, 137 x 137cm, Courtesy of the artist and Rex Irwin Art Dealer Sydney and Heiser Gallery Brisbane.
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TIME LAPSE PHOTOGRAPHY
Always wanted to delve into the digital world but never been quite sure how? Spend a few hours with our Local Open ABC Producer Wiriya Sati and find new ways to connect and enter the digital world.
Saturday 16 January 10am -1pm
Wiriya will show you how to set up a time-lapse digital photography movie, add sound effects and copyright-free music. You will learn about video and audio editing, exporting, compressing and sharing. Bring in your own camera and laptop. But if you don’t have a laptop, you can partner up and share – everyone is welcome.
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For ages 16 - 25. Places limited, bookings required
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GALLERY EXHIBITION
FUN WITH COLOUR
Be prepared for a fun exhibition of abstract artworks direct from the Port Macquarie-Hastings Council Collection. The Council Collection features a diverse range of artists, themes and styles – this exhibition features a selection of bright colourful artworks that will appeal to young and old alike. Through a series of hands-on colour-inspired activities, children are encouraged to engage with and explore the exhibition. On view until 19 February 2012.
Wilma Tabacco, Cascade, 2007, oil on linen, 152 x 122cm, Port Macquarie-Hastings Council Collection, donated by the artist, 2011 (detail).
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COFFEE MORNING CURATOR’S TALK
FROCK STARS Coffee Morning with Glynis Jones Who doesn’t love a pretty frock or a fashion parade. But what really goes on behind the scenes? This is your chance to find out! Curator Glynis Jones from Sydney’s Powerhouse Museum will guide you through the exhibition, helping you better understand the complex organisation required to deliver Australian Fashion Week each year – one of the world’s major fashion events. Over a cup of coffee, learn more about the roles and experiences of people who have been part of this iconic event. This is also a unique opportunity to explore the designer’s creative process of putting together a collection for Australian Fashion Week.
Friday 24 February 10am Tickets $5 Adult $3 Friends of the Glasshouse Bookings essential, call 6581 8888
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FROCK STARS takes you behind the scenes of Australian Fashion Week. Created by the Powerhouse Museum in collaboration with IMG Fashion, FROCK STARS is a captivating behind-the-scenes look at the history, highlights, glamour, controversies and achievements of Australian Fashion Week – an event that has challenged the perceptions of the Australian fashion industry. On view 18 February until 24 April 2012.
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BEHIND THE SCENES @ THE GLASSHOUSE Join us Behind the Scenes @ the Glasshouse and discover more about this unique building, the architects and the history of this site and Port Macquarie. On this walking tour, you will venture into the working areas normally reserved for staff, performers and artists. Bookings required, call 6581 8888 Why not combine a Thursday or Sunday tour with the Nighthouse (page 27) or Arty Afternoons (page28).
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Sunday 8, 15, 22 January 1pm Thursday 5, 12, 19, 26 January 5pm Tickets $5 Duration 40 minutes
GALLERY EXHIBITION: GRADUATES
PORT MACQUARIE HIGH SCHOOL’S 50TH ANNIVERSARY EXHIBITION Port Macquarie High School has been an integral part of the creative and academic development of countless students during its 50 years. As part of the 50th anniversary of Port Macquarie High School, this exhibition aims to showcase the work of previous students and teachers who have gone on to achieve excellence in visual arts. On view from 24 February - 24 April Belinda Howden, Flannel Neck, 2010, c-type print, courtesy of the artist (detail).
GALLERY EXHIBITION
ED DUNCAN Metropolis is an exhibition of new artwork by mid north coast artist Edward Duncan. Duncan’s raw and colourful works are filled with confrontational imagery inspired by issues and stories in the daily news, forgotten history, human evolution, environmental problems. Duncan explores ideas on human evolution and animalistic behaviours – while questioning contemporary society and people’s tendency to flock together and live in concrete anthill metropolises with no tribal bonds. On view from 24 February - 24 April Edward Duncan, Metropolis , 2010, acrylic, oil pastel, oil and pencil on paper, 125cm x 201cm, courtesy of the artist (detail). 47
JUST AROUND THE CORNER
MORNING MUSIC THE MERRY BRONHILL A Tribute to the Great June Bronhill Monday 19 March 11am & 2pm
CELEBRATE SENIORS WEEK 2012
RACHAEL BECK An Australian stage and screen sensation Monday 2 April 11am
DE’ LOVELY THE SONGS OF COLE PORTER
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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.
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Wednesday 7 March, 8pm Thursday 8 March, 11am & 8pm Tickets $39.90 Adult, $36.90 Conc & Groups 6+, $30.90 Under 21/Student
“Syncopation will sweep you into its magic and leave you dancing on air.” theatrepeople.com
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WISH I’D SAID THAT Henri Szeps, of Mother & Son fame, brings us the touching and hilarious, Wish I’d Said That, which proves that ‘all the world may be a stage’ but not everyone is a star. Friday 9 March, 8pm Saturday 10 March, 2pm & 8pm Tickets $39.90 Adult, $36.90 Conc & Groups 6+, $30.90 Under21/Student DRA
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SHAOLIN KUNG FU The original kung fu spectacular. Shaolin Warriors have had audiences around the world gasping in disbelief at the awe-inspiring demonstrations of hypnotic and death-defying feats. Sunday 4 March, 3pm & 7pm Tickets $39.90 Adult, $36.90 Conc & Groups 6+, $30.90 Under 21/Student, $125 Family (2 Adult/2 Child)
“Agility, grace and showmanship.” The Washington Post
The team behind The Gruffalo return with the charming sequel. The Gruffalo’s Child brings together physical theatre, music and beautiful puppetry to deliver songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged 4 and up, and their adults...
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Saturday 24 March 11am, 2pm & 4pm Tickets $24.50 Adult/Conc, $20.50 Under 21/ Student, $80 Family (2 Adult/2 Child) “Everything good children’s theatre should be.” The List (UK)
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Wed 18 Painting Van Gogh Flowers Wed 18 Yoga @ the Glasshouse Thu 19 Tie-dye Magic Thu 19 The Nighthouse | Venue Tour Thu 19 Little Big Shots Film Festival Fri 20 Crash, Bang, Rattle Fri 20 Arrebatto Ensemble Fri 20 Hastings Moonlight Movies: Laurieton Fri 20 Yoga @ The House Sat 21 Hastings Moonlight Movies: Laurieton Sat 21 Essential Energy Kidspot Sat 21 Ocean-Sky Painting Workshop Sun 22 Ocean-Sky Painting Workshop Sun 22 Arty Afternoons | Venue Tour Thu 26 Nighthouse l Venue Tour Fri 27 Coffee Morning: Chris Langlios Fri 27 Hastings Moonlight Movies: Port Macquarie Fri 27 Crash, Bang, Rattle Sat 28 Hastings Moonlight Movies: Port Macquarie Sun 29 Arty Afternoons FEBRUARY Wed 1 Celebrity Autobiography Sat 4 Out n Hastings - Drag King and Queen Competition Mon 6 Morning Music with Ian Stenlake Sat 11 Simon Tedeschi and Ian Cooper Sat 11 Essential Energy Kidspot Fri 17 Bravissimo Fri 24 Coffee Morning: FROCK STARS Sun 26 The Searchers Wed 29 Elixir with Katie Noonan
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1 VISIT
www.glasshouse.org.au
2 CALL 02 6581 8888
EASY 3 DROP IN see us on the corner of WAYS TO and Clarence & Hay Sts, Port Macquarie BOOK
OUR AWARDS - 2011 NSW Tourism Awards (Rod Murdoch Award) for Excellence in the operation of a Visitor Information Centre Exhibitions & Public Engagement (4 or less staff) IMAGinE Award, Museums & Galleries NSW Countrylink North Coast Tourism Award: Best Cultural and Heritage Tourism Attraction Australian Performing Arts Centres Association: Presenter of the Year - Honourable Mention Award
Program correct at time of printing but may be subject to change.