SHOWGUIDE July – December 2016
THREE SIMPLE WAYS TO BOOK A SHOW AT LOGAN ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE ONLINE Our online booking system enables you to select your preferred seat online. Still a little unsure which seat to select? Allow our automated system to choose the next best available seat for your performance of choice. Tickets will be mailed to you if booked at least seven days prior to the event, otherwise they will be held for collection at Logan Entertainment Centre box office. Print at home tickets available for selected performances. Please note: not all productions or events can be booked online.
PHONE Tickets can be purchased over the phone
07 3412 5626 IN PERSON Secure your tickets over the counter at Logan Entertainment Centre, 170 Wembley Road, Logan Central.
BOX OFFICE HOURS: Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 4.30pm and one hour prior to performances.
WWW.LOGANENTERTAINMENTCENTRE.COM.AU Logan Entertainment Centre, Limelight Bistro & Bar and Logan Community Venues are owned and operated by Logan City Council, providing quality facilities for our community and visitors. Every care has been taken to ensure the information in this brochure is correct at the time of printing. The producers accept no responsibility for any errors, omissions or changes leading to inaccurate information, including cancellations or venue/time variations. Please confirm booking details with the box office or check online closer to the performance date. Varying handling and credit card fees apply depending on method of booking. For more information refer to www.loganentertainmentcentre.com.au
On behalf of Logan City Council, I welcome you to our Logan Entertainment Centre and the great range of shows on offer from July to December 2016. Already this year we have hosted world-class shows including performances by the Australian Ballet, The Wiggles and comedian Ross Noble, and the second half of this season is proving just as spectacular. I wish to extend a warm welcome to each and every one of you, and on behalf of the residents of the City of Logan, I hope you have an experience to remember.
MAYOR LUKE SMITH City of Logan
CIRCUS
PANTS DOWN CIRCUS ROCK! JUNE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
It’s a long way to the top, the big top, and these guys are livin’ on a prayer for nothin’ but a good time. Pants Down Circus ROCK! is a highvoltage all-ages show, set to a pumping rock soundtrack and packed full of death-defying stunts. Imagine the greatest rock band ever, as a circus. It is a show that is sure to entertain every audience member whether you like death defying stunts, incredible displays of strength and agility or just plain clowning around.
KIOSK OPEN PRIOR TO THE SHOW
PANTS DOWN CIRCUS ROCK! WEDNESDAY 29 JUNE, 6PM THURSDAY 30 JUNE, 11AM Entry $15pp | Group 8+/Member $12pp School Groups 10+ $11pp
CHILDREN’S THEATRE
IMAGINARY THEATRE – I SEE YOU From January to June 2016, LEC partnered with Imaginary Theatre to deliver ‘Small Stages’ - A pilot program where children in Logan could participate in free creative workshops to pretend, make and imagine as an introduction to the magic of theatre. To mark the end of the program Imaginary Theatre will present I See You, a touching early-years theatre experience where sounds, images and sensations transform the mundane into dreamlike worlds. A collaboration between artists from Australia and Korea, this bilingual and interactive performance will inspire play, warm the heart and set the imagination alight. I See You is supported by the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland. Scifleet Toyota is a proud sponsor of Small Stages.
*Recommended for 2-5 years KIOSK OPEN PRIOR TO THE SHOW
IMAGINARY THEATRE – I SEE YOU MONDAY 4 JULY, 9.30AM, 11.30AM Special Entry Price $5pp
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MORNING TEA & MUSIC
‘I AM WOMAN’
HELEN REDDY TRIBUTE SHOW NIKKI BENNETT In this beautiful one woman show, Nikki Bennett captures the essence of Helen Reddy through her life story, with all of its extraordinary highs and lows. Packed with hits including I Am Woman, Delta Dawn, No way to Treat a Lady, I Don’t Know how to Love Him, Angie Baby, Somewhere In the Night, Keep on Singing, You and Me Against the World, and many, many, more.
LIMELIGHT BISTRO & BAR OPEN, BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL 07 3412 5626
MERRY MELODIES TUESDAY 5 JULY DOORS OPEN 10AM FOR AN 11AM START Table Entry $21.50pp | Table Group 8+/Member $20.50pp Balcony $20.50pp (no morning tea) | Balcony Group 8+/Member $19pp
COMEDY THEATRE
The story of four unemployed guys, motivated by ‘The Chippendales’ to form a male striptease act, in order to make some fast cash. They pitch the notion to a local club owner and take lessons from a slightly shop-worn, dance instructor with a heart-of-gold and expertise in all manner of things, including what women really want from a male stripper (and how to deliver it). LIMELIGHT BISTRO & BAR OPEN, BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL 07 3412 5626
LADIES NIGHT! SATURDAY 9 JULY, 7.30PM Adult $35pp | Concession $30pp | Group 8+/Member $28pp VIP $40pp (visit LEC website for more details) *Semi-nudity and adult themes. Suitable for 16 years+
CONCERT
SPECIAL KINGSTON BUTTER FACTORY CONCERT
Stuttgart Youth Chamber Orchestra brings some of Germany’s brightest young instrumentalists to Kingston Butter Factory, reimagining a selection of great tunes that tie us all together right around the globe. Conducted by Alexander G. Adiarte, SYCO’s repertoire includes some of the world’s most beautiful string music from CPE Bach and Warlock, to Azarashvili and Elgar. So come along, and let our effervescent guests leave you marvelling at what the orchestral future holds. KINGSTON BUTTER FACTORY, MILKY WAY, KINGSTON
STUTTGART YOUTH CHAMBER ORCHESTRA TUESDAY 2 AUGUST, 11AM Special Ticket Price $5pp Tickets available through LEC
Tuesday 16 August 2016 In celebration of seniors week, Logan City Council presents
GALA ENTERTAINMENT Featuring Rhonda Burchmore’s Up Close and Personal Show 9.30am – 11am & 1pm – 2.30pm
FREE SENIORS EXPO Activities and information stalls from 9am - 1pm. $7.50 TICKETS ON SALE 1 JUNE 2016
Calling for nominations for Senior Ambassador 2016 www.logan.qld.gov.au
FREE tea and coffee. Lunch available for purchase
Logan Entertainment Centre 3412 5626 170 Wembley Road, Logan Central www.loganentertainmentcentre.com.au
Closing 18 July 2016
CHILDREN’S MUSICAL
HIPPO! HIPPO! A BIG NEW Musical Adventure! is based on the phenomenally successful children’s classic, “There’s a Hippopotamus on Our Roof Eating Cake”, written by Australian children’s author Hazel Edwards and illustrated by Deborah Niland. HIPPO is the imaginary friend of GIRL, a young child. GIRL believes that HIPPO lives on the roof and can seemingly do anything he wants, when he wants, how he wants, particularly the things that GIRL is unable or not allowed to do. KIOSK OPEN PRIOR TO THE SHOW
HIPPO! HIPPO! WEDNESDAY 10 AUGUST, 4.30PM THURSDAY 11 AUGUST, 11AM & 1PM Entry $15pp | Group 8+/Member $12pp School Groups 10+ $11pp
MORNING TEA & MUSIC
ROCKET MAN
SONGS AND STORIES OF SIR ELTON JOHN
Rocket Man is a unique and entertaining salute to Sir Elton John, starring classically trained musician Brenton Edgecombe. The show covers Elton’s remarkable career from his first hit song through the disco era to his music for the Disney film The Lion King. Featuring hits Your Song, Crocodile Rock, Candle in the Wind, Can You Feel the Love Tonight?, Don’t Go Breaking My Heart. LIMELIGHT BISTRO & BAR OPEN, BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL 07 3412 5626
MERRY MELODIES TUESDAY 30 AUGUST DOORS OPEN 10AM FOR AN 11AM START Table Entry $21.50pp | Table Group 8+/Member $20.50pp Balcony $20.50pp (no morning tea) | Balcony Group 8+/Member $19pp
CONCERT
The Supreme Dreams, starring Tammi, Cindy and Kiki, three gorgeous girls with fabulous voices, retro costumes and groovy dance moves bring back the hit songs of the 60’s. The Supreme Dreams, like many other all-girl groups can’t help but reflect the typical teenage concern of “girl–dealing-with-boy” with songs like Baby Love, Where Did Our Love Go, My Guy and (Love is Like a) Heat Wave. They love any opportunity to get amongst the audience and to get you up dancing. LIMELIGHT BISTRO & BAR OPEN, BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL 07 3412 5626
THE SUPREME DREAMS SATURDAY 3 SEPTEMBER, 8PM Adult $40pp | Concession/Member $35pp Student/Child (2–13yrs) $25pp | Group 10+ $35pp | VIP Table Seating $45pp (Refer to the LEC website for more details)
COMEDY MUSICAL
FRONTIER COMEDY AND THE HARBOUR AGENCY PRESENTS
Enjoy the game of Rugby League like you’ve never done before. This is football comedy at its best with melodrama, villains, farce, betrayals, controversies and pantomime all set to a backdrop with dynamic, interactive performance and a blend of original songs and classic rock/pop parodies. The perfect Father’s Day gift, don’t miss out on this clever, witty and original portrayal of our great game!
LIMELIGHT BISTRO & BAR OPEN, BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL 07 3412 5626
RUGBY LEAGUE THE MUSICAL MONDAY 5 SEPTEMBER, 8PM Adult $55 | Concession $48pp Recommended MA, ages 15years+
MUSICAL THEATRE
Always…Patsy Cline is more than a tribute to the legendary country singer. This fun and uplifting show is based on a true story about Cline’s friendship with a fan. Featuring 27 unforgettable hits and starring award winning Australian Country Music singing sensation Courtney Conway as Patsy Cline and popular stage star Mandi Lodge as Louise Seger. LIMELIGHT BISTRO & BAR OPEN, BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL 07 3412 5626
ALWAYS… PATSY CLINE FRIDAY 16 SEPTEMBER, 7.30PM Adult $35pp | Concession $30pp Member/Groups 8+ $28pp Table seating for all tickets
CONCERT
Senior Superstar returns to Logan bigger and better proving talent really is ageless. These seniors have made it through the heats and now are on stage with special guest performers and hosts Ian Maurice and Pauline Bell. Celebrate the skills and creativity of the over 55’s with this unique variety show Grand Final! See the best talent in the spotlight… it’s SHOWTIME! Please contact us if you would like to register to compete in this year’s competition!
LIMELIGHT BISTRO & BAR OPEN, BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL 07 3412 5626
SENIOR SUPERSTAR GRAND FINAL SATURDAY 17 SEPTEMBER, 1.30PM Entry $5pp
MORNING TEA & MUSIC
JOHN MCSWEENEY Awarded “Queensland Country Entertainer of the Year” a record 10 times, John McSweeney will delight, singing all the songs you know by heart from the 40s up to the 80s. The consummate all-round entertainer, John has mastered the guitar, saxophone, clarinet, banjo, mandolin, fiddle and drums”. His impersonations of Willie Nelson, the Bee Gees, Gene Pitney, Merle Haggard, Dean Martin, Tiny Tim, Hank Snow, Chad Morgan, Louis Armstrong, Al Jolson, Tex Morton & Johnny Ray, explains why his live performance date book is always full!
LIMELIGHT BISTRO & BAR OPEN, BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL 07 3412 5626
MERRY MELODIES TUESDAY 20 SEPTEMBER DOORS OPEN 10AM FOR AN 11AM START Table Entry $21.50pp | Table Group 8+/Member $20.50pp Balcony $20.50pp (no morning tea) | Balcony Group 8+/Member $19pp
COMEDY
2 SHOWS NOW ON SALE DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND
Island Time is the latest hit from one of New Zealand’s most successful live comedy acts. The Laughing Samoans comedy duo of Eteuati Ete and Tofiga Fepulea’i has been touring, New Zealand, Australia, the Pacific islands, the UK and the USA for more than a decade performing their hilarious brand of humour. LIMELIGHT BISTRO & BAR OPEN, BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL 07 3412 5626
THE LAUGHING SAMOANS SATURDAY 24 SEPTEMBER, 5PM & 8PM Adult $35pp | Concession/Member $30pp Child (2–12yrs) $20pp | Group 10+ $30pp
CHILDREN’S CONCERT
Sing it Loud! Is the brand new live musical extravaganza from Lah-Lah’s Big Live Band. Meet Mister Saxophone, Squeezy Sneezy the piano accordion, Tom Tom on drums, Buzz the Bandleader, Lola the Dancing Double Bass and the ever loveable Lah-Lah as they share their love of making music and their wonderful musical instruments. KIOSK OPEN PRIOR TO THE SHOW
LAH-LAH – SING IT LOUD! MONDAY 26 SEPTEMBER, 10AM Entry (12 months+) $25.50pp
BALLET
TUTUS ON TOUR
Queensland Ballet’s Tutus On Tour is a wonderful evening of ballet that brings together three outstanding dance works. Poignant and uplifting, Ershter Vals pays tribute to the resilience of the human spirit, the award-winning Three Preludes is set to the rich music of Rachmaninoff and the dazzling Verdi Variations enchants with gentle humour and thrilling technique. This enticing program of classical and contemporary works is not to be missed. LIMELIGHT BISTRO & BAR OPEN, BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL 07 3412 5626
QUEENSLAND BALLET - TUTUS ON TOUR SATURDAY 8 OCTOBER, 2PM Adult $30pp | Concession (seniors) $28pp | Member/Group 8+ $25pp | Student/Child (2–12yrs) $15pp
MORNING TEA & MUSIC
I’VE GOT THE MUSIC DANNY ELLIOTT
Danny Elliott is one of the world’s most versatile entertainers, playing more than twelve different musical instruments, singing and even tap dancing. In I’ve Got the Music, Danny brings his talents to the fore in a spectacular showcase of musical expertise. LIMELIGHT BISTRO & BAR OPEN, BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL 07 3412 5626
MERRY MELODIES TUESDAY 25 OCTOBER DOORS OPEN 10AM FOR AN 11AM START Table Entry $21.50 | Table Group 8+/Member $20.50pp Balcony $20.50 (no morning tea) | Balcony Group 8+/Member $19pp
DANCE CONCERT
PRESENTS
BACK TO THE FUTURE
Dancers performing to hit songs from the last 100 years.
LIMELIGHT BISTRO & BAR OPEN, BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL 07 3412 5626
SHILLEENA’S DANCE ACADEMY, BACK TO THE FUTURE SATURDAY 29 OCTOBER, 11.30AM & 6.30PM For ticket prices, contact: www.shilleenasdanceacademy.com.au, shilleenasdanceacademy@gmail.com or (07) 3876 2783
CHRISTMAS SHOW
THE ULTIMATE TRIBUTE TO
SHIRLEY BASSEY SHOW WITH BRUNIE RILEY
Brunie has a voice of outstanding quality, range and power. Brunie’s interpretation of Bassey, and her music, is second only to the lady herself. The Show boasts an eight or a ten piece Orchestra, and one or two opening acts. Indulge yourself, with hits Goldfinger, Diamonds are forever, Big Spender, New York and The Lady is a Tramp. LIMELIGHT BISTRO & BAR OPEN, BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL 07 3412 5626
MERRY MELODIES CHRISTMAS SHOW TUESDAY 13 DECEMBER DOORS OPEN 10AM FOR AN 11AM START Table Entry $27pp | Table Group 8+/Member $26pp Balcony $20.50 (no morning tea) | Balcony Group 8+/Member $19pp
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Situated on the forecourt of the Logan Entertainment Centre, Limelight Bistro and Bar offers mouth watering and affordable meals, sweet treats and smooth coffee within a relaxed social atmosphere.
The Limelight Bistro & Bar is open for pre-show dining for selected shows (bookings recommended).
LIMELIGHT BISTRO & BAR 170 Wembley Rd, Logan Central Phone: 07 3412 5626 Email: limelightbistro@logan.qld.gov.au
BEENLEIGH EVENTS CENTRE
Corporate events Training facilities Information sessions Trade shows Private functions
Cnr Crete and Kent Street, Beenleigh QLD 4207 PO Box 3226 Logan City DC QLD 4114 Phone: 3412 4403 Email: beenleigheventscentre@logan.qld.gov.au www.loganentertainmentcentre.com.au
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Save the date
Thursday 6 Oct 2016 6.30pm for 7pm
For event enquiries email:
events@logan.qld.gov.au
LOCATED MIDWAY BETWEEN BRISBANE AND THE GOLD COAST
FREE PARKING LOGAN ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE The Logan Entertainment Centre can be tailored to host a wide range of events, from conferences to dinners, graduations, concerts and theatrical productions. With a capacity of 1,000 and a variety of modes available, plus smaller meeting and function rooms, our versatility to accommodate any function is what makes the LEC the perfect choice to showcase your next event. For further information contact: Logan Entertainment Centre 170 Wembley Rd, Logan Central Phone: 07 3412 4770 Visit: www.loganentertainmentcentre.com.au
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