TACGC Subscription Season Program by Nathan Herbertson

Proudly supported by the Gold Coast City Council

WELCOME

elcome to the long awaited 2011 Subscription Season. What better way to launch our inaugural season, than by bringing a myriad of rich and varied theatre experiences to enrich the cultural life of our city. With an exquisite combination of music, drama, dance and musical theatre the 2011 Season is set to impress. The Ar ts Centre Gold Coast team has worked hard to bring ar ts organisations from across the country together for a year of non-stop, high quality performances. But equally we have focused on telling Gold Coast stories and promoting Gold Coast ar tists. With this in mind 2011 highlights include the world premiere of John Michael Howson’s (co-writer of hit musicals; Dusty – the original pop diva and Shout!), brand new musical - Pyjamas in Paradise and our very own Ar tist in Residence Ben Veitch’s production, Blood Sweat and Dance. We are also thrilled to present for the first time on the Gold Coast in more than 10 years the acclaimed Sydney based Bell Shakespeare with their production of Julius Caesar and the prestigious Bangarra Dance Theatre with their production of Mathinna, a girl’s journey between two cultures. I invite you to embrace this oppor tunity to explore the ar ts in 2011 and become a subscriber this season. Not only will you open your hear t, eyes and ears to a bounty of stunning performances but you will receive exclusive benefits including substantially discounted tickets, your favourite seat at every show and invitations to special events held at The Ar ts Centre.

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BANGARR A DANC E THEATRE MATHINNA A girl's journey between two cultures A WOR K BY STEPHEN PAG E DATE TUE 22 NOV 2011 , 7. 30pm DANC ER ELMA KRIS PHOTOG R APHY STEPHEN WARD

This tour has been made possible by the New South Wales Government through Arts NSW.

The Australian Government is proud to be associated with this tour through the national performing ar ts touring program, Playing Australia, which gives Australians across the country the oppor tunity to see some of our best performing ar ts.

he Ar ts Centre has achieved much in the last year including an extensive refurbishment and technical upgrade. We reach another milestone in 2011 with the unveiling of our brand new 2011 Subscription Season. It has been a significant year of transformations and this program is a culmination of the best of the Centreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s outcomes. We are on track to achieve our vision of becoming the premier regional performing ar ts centre and a significant home of ar t and culture in Australia. By listening to the communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cultural needs and desires we have developed a program which is emotive, enriching, educational and above all enter taining. There truly is something for everyone.

Through this initiative we have also launched the revitalised benefactors program. We whole hear tedly thank the generosity of our current benefactors and look forward to welcoming new suppor ters in the coming year. With the launch of the 2011 Subscription Season we are also delighted to have the commercial suppor t of our new sponsors I and R Electrical, Stewar t Silver King and Burns, BBC Digital and The Friends of The Ar ts Centre, complemented by the ongoing suppor t of the Gold Coast City Council. The corporate community plays a crucial role in expanding the reach and scope of our programming and the development of accessibility to all Gold Coast community members. Thank you.

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Kerry Watson Richard Munro Patrick Corrigan AM Judith Ferber Alan Hayes Christine Lohman Naomi Middlebrook

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B L O O D , S W EAT AND DA N CE We need to dance, not because we want to but because we have to... BEN VEITCH, 2010

For many performers the stage is a place of simultaneous fear and joy. Some dancers choose to reveal who they truly are, while others hide behind their mask. Brutal honesty of self is the key to a dancer’s success on the stage. Those who believe will capture the human hear t. This is the opening scene from Ben Veitch’s newest dance theatre work Blood, Sweat and Dance.

Blood, Sweat and Dance represents an eclectic range of dance styles including ballet, urban, Latin and contemporary. Underpinning the extraordinary, high energy dance routines, is a storyline exposing the real and often brutal world of a dancer. As the plot unfolds we discover the passion and motivation that drives a dancer, as well as the vulnerable nature of balancing life on and off the stage. Choreographed by So You Think You Can Dance finalist, and The Ar ts Centre Gold Coast’s Ar tist in Residence, Ben Veitch.

Dinner and show packages available

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Fri 18 Mar, 7.30pm Sat 19 Mar, 2.00pm & 7.30pm

If you like... Blood, Sweat and Dance, you may also enjoy Flamenco Fire - Primavera Mia and Bangarra Dance Theatre – Mathinna, A girl’s journey between two cultures.

The Ar tist in Residence program is made possible through the Regional Stages Funding.

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CA ME R AT A O F S T JOH N ’ S Sunset Serenade It was like feeding the starving… AUDIENCE MEMBER, LONGREACH, 2010.

Camerata of St John’s has established itself as one of the nation’s finest chamber orchestras, appearing to great acclaim at the Australian Festival of Chamber Music in 2009 and 2010 and named as one to watch in ABC Limelight’s 2010 Smar t Ar ts List.

Corelli: Concer to Grosso, Op.6, No.2 in F Major Bach: Violin Concer to in A Minor, BWV 1041 Rober t: Davidson: A Shor t Hour Unseen Greig: The Death of Åse, from Peer Gynt Mexican trad. arr. Bernal: El Zopilote Respighi: Berceuse for Strings Tchaikovsky: Serenade for Strings, Op.48

In their first performance on the Gold Coast, Camerata of St John’s will present Sunset Serenade, a program of sensational string music at cocktail hour, covering the full gamut of human emotions and coming to a thrilling conclusion in Tchaikovsky’s radiant Serenade.

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Sun 27 Mar, 5.00pm

If you like... Camerata of St John’s Sunset Serenade you may also enjoy Café Rebetika!

T H E A R T S C E N T R E G OL D C OAS T I N AS SOC IATION WITH K ULTOUR P RESEN T

A great story of tolerance and resilience in hard times. Uplifting! THE AGE, MELBOURNE, 2009

Café Rebetika! is an epic story of the hear t; a passionate and uplifting theatre production set in the slums of 1930’s urban Greece during the rise of Rebetika (Greek blues). Cabaret, music, theatre and dance unite in this new production set in the exotic and gutsy Rebetika sub-culture. Born out of outcast despair, the men and women of Rebetika create a utopia of acceptance, respect and defiance. At the centre of the story is the Manga Stavrakas, played by award-winning actor Tony Nikolakopoulos and his lover

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Thu 31 March, 11.00am Fri 1 April, 7.30pm

Areti. As their love story unravels, Stavrakas is confronted with a moral crisis and the limitations of his iron clad ethical code. Directed by Stephen Lloyd Helper, written by Stephen Lloyd Helper and Thomas Papathanassiou and developed with Rebetiki – Café Rebetika! is a tale that resonates with all audiences. Image by John Tsiavis

Dinner and show packages available lable

If you like... Café Rebetika!,

you may also enjoy Camerata merata of St John’s Sunset Serenade and Bell Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar.

The 2011 National Tour of Cafe Rebetika! is presented by Kultour stralia Council for the Ar ts) in association (an initiative of the Australia ny. Kultour acknowledges the suppor t with The Follies Company. ultour Company Member). The Follies of Casula Powerhouse (Kultour he generous suppor t of The Ar ts Company acknowledges the 09 premiere season. Centre, Melbourne for the 2009

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CA F E R EBET I KA! A story of love, music, defiance.

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F L A MEN C O F I R E Primavera Mia There’s no need to wait for touring Spanish exponents to see the best of Flamenco: it’s right here on our doorstep. The company led by Ar tistic Director and guitarist Andrew Veivers and dancer Simone Pope, are Australians with Flamenco souls. COURIER MAIL, 2009

Primavera Mia is the ritual celebration of the new spring. A celebration of bir th and life. A time for song and dance. Centered around beautifully crafted dance ensembles, and a fully choreographed lighting and stage display, Flamenco Fire’s production of Primavera Mia will transpor t audiences to the spring fiestas of Spain.

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Sat 30 April, 7.30pm

Since 1999, Australia’s only national Flamenco dance company - Flamenco Fire, has been thrilling audiences with a heady mix of traditional and contemporary Flamenco dance, music and song. A collaboration of Australia’s finest Flamenco ar tists, Flamenco Fire creates mesmerising productions that reveal the ar t form in all of its guises. Using original content, the performances are an orchestrated presentation of this unique contribution to contemporary Australian dance.

Dinner and show packages available

If you like... Flamenco Fire Primavera Mia, you may also enjoy Blood, Sweat and Dance and Bangarra Dance Theatre Mathinna, A girl’s journey between two cultures.

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With Vincent Colagiuri at the keyboard, two icons of Australian theatre, Nancye Hayes and Reg Livermore, take to the stage in the world premiere tour of TURNS. These two legends will take you on a theatrical journey full of surprise and delight as Nancye and Reg do what they do best: sing, dance, make you laugh, and much, much more... Ex-pantomime star Marjory Joy is on her last legs (or is she?). As she reflects on a life spent in show business (or was it?) her son Alistair tries to understand this woman, all women â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and how to come to terms with one woman in par ticular! Whimsical, sometimes macabre but very funny, TURNS is a

reflection on identity, family, show business... and completely losing your marbles. This tour de-force features two legends at the height of their craft! Director Tom Healey Musical Consultant Michael Tyack Choreographer Karen Johnson-Mortimer Lighting Designer Trudy Dalgleish Set Designer James Browne Costume Designer Matthew Aberline

Dinner and show packages available

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Wed 20 July, 11.00am & 6.30pm

If you like... TURNS, you may also enjoy Pyjamas in Paradise, Circus Oz and The Man the Sea Saw.

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P Y J A M AS I N P AR ADISE

By John Michael Howson & Peter Pin ne Proudly sponsored by BBC Digital, Friends of The Arts Centre Gold Coast and Stewart Silver King and Burns Before there was Schoolies, there was Pyjamas in Paradise! In the late 1950’s and early 1960’s, long before Schoolies appeared on the scene, pyjama par ties attracted thousands of young people from all around Australia to the small resor t town of Surfers Paradise. Their popularity put Surfers on the map. Follow the story of Bruce Large – retired (kind of), fast talking (always), larger than life (definitely) and his controversial dream to turn ‘Surfers’ into paradise! Set in a time where bikinis were Itsy Bitsy, love had people All Shook Up and everyone was desperate for a Summer Holiday, Pyjamas in Paradise is a hilarious look at what life may have been like… if life was a musical and Meter Maids were back up singers for the Supremes!

Original music & lyrics by John Michael Howson, Ashley Irwin & Peter Pinne Arrangements and orchestrations by Ashley Irwin By arrangement with David Spicer Productions www.davidspicer.com.au

From the co-writer of Dusty – The Original Pop Diva and Shout!, John-Michael Howson and Peter Pinne, The Ar ts Centre Gold Coast in association with BBC Digital, Friends of The Ar ts Centre Gold Coast and Stewar t Silver King and Burns is proud to present the world premiere of Pyjamas in Paradise! Dinner and show packages available

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Fri 2 Sep, 7.30pm Sat 3 Sep, 2.00pm & 7.30pm Sun 4 Sep, 5.00pm Thu 8 Sep, 7.30pm Fri 9 Sep, 7.30pm Sat 10 Sep, 2.00pm & 7.30pm

If you like... Pyjamas in Paradise, you may also enjoy TURNS and The Man the Sea Saw.

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To celebrate the Pyjamas in Paradise opening night The Ar ts Centre Gold Coast is turning our pad into the front bar of the 1950’s Beachcomber Motel. If you and your baby want to eat to the beats of the fifties and sixties in this one night only offer, you’d better agitate the gravel and book your seat today! $89.00 includes; • Premium ticket to Pyjamas in Paradise opening night • Two course dinner • One hour beverage package • Complimentary Pyjamas in Paradise goody bag We hope you can make the scene coz this bash is going to be radioactive!

Dinner and show packages ckag ges e available

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Fri 2 Sep, 7.30pm 7.30p pm $89.00 Limited imited sseats eats available

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O P E N IN G N I G H T – 50’s Dining Experience

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CIR CU S O Z

Proudly sponsored by I&R Electrical â&#x20AC;ŚRollicking daredevilry! THE AGE

Prepare to be amazed by two hours of absurd acrobatics, graceful aerial performance, fast-paced knockabout comedy, plus much more. Circus Oz will have you gasping and then laughing yourself silly. What more could you ask for?

to 26 countries across five continents, to critical acclaim. The Circus Oz show is a rock-n-roll, animal-free circus that appeals to adults and children alike. Exploding onto the stage in 2011 is their crew of highly skilled performers, with a clutch of non-stop energy acts, all set to the rocking sound of the live Circus Oz band.

Circus Oz is a legendary, world-famous, globe-roving icon. For more than 30 years Circus Oz has been touring the world, as well as enter taining generations of Australians at home. From Kununurra to New York, the company has taken its self-crafted performances of wit, grace, spectacle and satire

Photography by Rob Blackburn

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If you like... Circus Oz,

Fri 30 Sept, 6.30pm Sat 1 Oct, 11.00am

Dinner and show packages available

you may also enjoy The Man the Sea Saw.

T H E A R T S C E N T R E G OL D C OAS T IN A S S O C I A T I ON W I T H AR T S R ADAR AN D BOB P RESEN TS P RESEN T

By William Shakespeare

It’s as if Shakespeare’s players have travelled through time and landed in Surry Hills, drunk, horny and unafraid to rip up their lines. SUN HERALD, 2009

for a glittering karaoke night of love ballads and curses, wedding songs and bestiality, culminating in a special nuptial performance by the acclaimed Rude Mechanicals of Peter Quince’s tragic masterpiece, Pyramus and Thisbe.

It’s a hopeless and wonderful world. The seasons have gone awry, the grownups are in denial, and the young are randy with hope and despair. Suddenly, in the midst of overwhelming uncer tainty, four young lovers take a mighty stab at happiness.

Ar ts Radar brings us a new production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Director Eamon Flack has turned this great Shakespearean classic into a grand, decadent and sad celebration – a par ty unfolding on stage, shot through with karaoke ballads and comedy.

This Midsummer Night’s Dream is a theme-par ty about shattered innocence and the restoration of grace. Prepare

Photography by Heidrun Löhr

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If you like... A Midsummer Night’s Dream,

Thu 6 Oct, 7.30pm Fri 7 Oct, 11.00am & 7.30pm

The Australiann G Government is proud to be assoc associated a ssocciate iated wi with i th t this tour through the national na nati o p onal per performing er form formiing ar ts touring program, Play Playing aying g Aust Australia, whic which gives Australians across the country the o oppor tunity to see some of our uurr best performing perform ar ts.

This tour has been made possible by the New South Wales Government through Ar ts NSW.

you may also enjoy Bell Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar and Circus Oz.

This production was originally produced in association with B Sharp 2009, Company B’s Downstairs Theatre Season.

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B E L L S H AKES P EARE ’ S - JULIUS CAESAR By William Shakespeare

Directed by Peter Evans

To see the future one must only look to the past. Like many who came before him and after him, Julius Caesar had the suppor t of the people but the loathing of the players. They conspired. They persuaded. They whispered it was for the good of the country. All they needed to succeed was Brutus. Poor patriotic Brutus. He was like a son to Caesar and a poster boy for the republic. But not even a front-man of such unimpeachable integrity could aver t the total and utter disaster their daggers set in motion. Peter Evans, Bell Shakespeare’s new Associate Ar tistic Director, takes this momentous piece of Roman history and transpor ts it to the corridors of backroom politics. This time,

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Tue 11 Oct, 7.30pm Wed 12 Oct, 11.00am

when Caesar gets the axe, it’s the media who roar like an angry mob. This sharp political drama puts friendship to the test and reveals a stark contrast between our intentions and our actions. With Alex Menglet as Caesar and Kate Mulvany as the conniving Cassius, we go behind the scenes as yet another leader is forced from office. Actor Alex Menglet Photography by Pierre Toussaint

Dinner and show packages available

If you like... Bell Shakespeare’s - Julius Caesar you may also enjoy A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Café Rebetika!

T H E A R T S C E N T R E G OL D C OAS T IN A S S O C I A T I ON W I T H S P OON T R E E P R ODUC TION S P RESEN T

By Wolfe Bowart

The engaging and exquisitely talented Wolfe Bowar t... captivates and mesmerises his audience with his marvellous presence and effor tless theatrical dexterity. THE EXAMINER

Physical theatre ar tist Wolfe Bowar t brings to the stage a profound sense of joy and child-like wonder that resonates with audiences of all ages. Building on an ever-expanding audience base following The Shneedles, LaLaLuna and Letter’s End, Wolfe Bowar t presents his latest work The Man the Sea Saw. Taking place on and around a swaying, icicle-clad stage, this breathtaking performance combines Bowar t’s deft

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Fri 14 Oct, 11.00am & 7.30pm

and dance-like physicality with circus, comedy, puppetry, stage illusion, audience interaction, and poignant story. In a production both large-scale and intimate, Wolfe Bowar t turns the world as we know it upside down and sideways in The Man the Sea Saw. Winner of the 2010 Best Young People’s Event at the Brighton Ar ts Festival (UK) and Helpmann Award Nominee for Best Touring Production for his production Letter’s End – when Wolfe Bowar t comes to town, it is an event not to be missed.

Dinner and show packages available

If you like... The Man The Sea Saw, you may also enjoy TURNS and Circus Oz.

Tour coordination by Country Ar ts WA

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MA THI N N A - A girl’s journey between two cultures …..A stunning piece of dance theatre. I have never seen a narrative line delivered in a piece of dance with clarity and vision as this. INSIDE OUT AUSTRALIA, 2008

Inspired by a girl’s journey between two cultures, Mathinna traces the history of an Aboriginal girl removed from her traditional life, adopted into Western Colonial society to be ultimately returned to the fragments of her original heritage. Mathinna became the archetype of the ‘stolen child’ and in this stunning work, Bangarra Dance Theatre recreates her powerful story of vulnerability and searching in an era of confusion and intolerance. Bangarra bases its creative spirit on Aboriginal and Torres

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Tues 22 Nov, 7.30pm

Choreography Stephen Page Photography Stephen Ward Dancers Elma Kris & Patrick Thaiday

This tour has been made possible by the New South Wales Government through Ar ts NSW.

Strait Islander traditions and stories producing a powerful new language that combines the traditional and the contemporary. This potent, original and distinctive style tells the stories unifying the past and the present. Bangarra’s influence continues to resonate throughout the world with the company earning a prominent place on the international touring circuit. The company has performed in countries such as the United Kingdom, France, Germany, USA, Japan, China and New Zealand. Around the world, audiences agree a Bangarra experience is nothing shor t of mesmerising. Dinner and show packages available

If you like... Mathinna - A girl’s journey between two cultures you may also enjoy Blood, Sweat and Dance and Flamenco Fire Primavera Mia.

OTHER PE R F OR MA N C E S TO LO OK OU T FOR I N 2 0 111 1 PO M P, PIP E S A N D P O OP P Fresh from their successful performance nce at Sydney’s Edinburgh Tattoo, The Queensland Police Pipes and Drums will feature alongsidee The Australian Army Band Brisbane - one of the finest military bands in Australia.

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Tue 8 Mar, 11.00am $30.00 (concessions apply) pply)

CAV I LL A VE Brisbane based choreographer Claire Marshall will adapt and expand upon her work Hey Scenester to reflect the Gold Coast’s night club scene. Titled Cavill Ave, this dance theatre piece explores the good, the bad and the ugly side of the night clubs found in Surfers’ own Cavill Ave.

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Thu 31 Mar - Sat 2 Apr, 7.30pm $30.00 (concessions apply)

International illusionist Cosentino presents his brand new show Distortions, featuring up close and intimate magical mysteries and escapes. A pure showman, Cosentino’s productions are among the most powerful, riveting and sought after in the entertainment industry today.

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Sat 9 Apr, 7.30pm $40.00 (concessions apply)

BAT T ER I NG T H E B A RD The Gold Coast’s newly established Ensemble Theatre Group offers a laughter filled answer to the age old question - ‘who really wrote Shakespeare’s plays?’ Battering the Bard is an original analysis of the code, worthy of Dan Brown or Woody Allen. Audiences will love this work from writer/director Ron Finney.

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Wed 13 - Sat 16 Apr, 7.30pm (matinees available) $22.00 (concessions apply)

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T HE ART S CEN T R E GO LD C OA S T ’ S B E N E F A C T ORS LIFE BENEFACTORS • Mr Patrick Corrigan AM & Mrs Barbara Corrigan • Mrs Win Schuber t on behalf of The Josephine Ulrick & Win Schubert Foundation for the Arts PLATINUM BENEFACTORS • Jock & Beverly McIlwain GOLD BENEFACTORS • John & Susan Barr • Elaine Bermingham • Terry Morris

SILVER BENEFACTORS • BBC Digital • Roma Blair • Lucy Cole Prestige Proper ties • Tony & Muriel Hancock • John & Alison Kearney • Anna-Lisa Klettenberg • Alan & Barbara Midwood • The Pember ton Family • Peter & Wendy Spencer • Vision Group • Ar thur Waring • Roger T. Welch

SPECIAL BRONZE BENEFACTORS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT • Philip Bacon • Friends of The Ar ts Centre • The Corrigan Family Gold Coast • Tony & Geraldine Coyne • The Australian Decorative & • André & Eva Jaku Fine Ar ts Society, Gold Coast Inc • Bruce & Bennie Johnston • Gold Coast Eisteddfod • Lyn & Gerry Keogh • Christine Lohman • Massage Schools of Queensland • Michael & Jennifer Pinter • John & Renée Punch • Christene Pye • John & Julie Romanin • Barry & Maureen Stevenson • Howard & Kathryn Stewar t

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You are invited to play a leading role in building and enriching hing the ccultural u tural life on the Gold ul d Coast and helping g to o deliver outstanding performing and visual ar ts now and in the future. e. ve tax deductions, publ blic bl icc recognition, exclusive invitations, regular As a valued Benefactor of The Ar ts Centre, you will receive public newsletters and oppor tunities to network with like-minded people, who believe community ho like you, beli liieevve th that the ar ts give our communi nity tyy vitality and enrich our lives. Your donation will help us foster talented young performers and ar tists, provide incentives for local ar tists by offering renowned ar t prizes, inspire young people to par ticipate in musical performances, purchase impor tant pieces of visual ar t and nd the development of cultural facilities for future generations.

Benefactor gift levels start at $1,000 per annum and can be spread over 12 months or up to five years for larger gifts. Other ways of giving: • You can donate culturally significant artwork, which is eligible for tax deductions through the Cultural Gifts Program, to the Gold Coast City Gallery • You may consider making a charitable bequest in your Will to support artist development, acquisition of artwork; or gift artwork through the Cultural Bequest program The Board and Management of The Arts Centre sincerely thank our family of Benefactors for their generosity and support in helping us develop artistic vibrancy and a secure future for the arts on the Gold Coast.

WE LOOK FORWARD TO WARMLY WELCOMING YOU TO THE PROGRAM!

For more information on our Benefactor program and gift levels please go to: www.thear tscentregc.com.au, or contact Kathy Knott, Development Manager for a confidential discussion on 07 5581 6546 or email knott@thear tscentre.com.au

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With the use of fun songs, dancing, puppetry, audience par ticipation and popular children’s literature - these enter taining live shows are the perfect way to introduce your child to the wonder of the performing ar ts!

The Ar ts Centre Gold Coast presents Christine Dunstan’s and Tall Stories’ production of The Gruffalo. Adapted from the award-winning picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, published by Macmillan Children’s Books.

DATE Wed 23 Mar, 11.30am & 1.30pm AGE Preschool - Grade 3 A mouse took a stroll in the deep, dark wood...

My Grandma Lived in Gooligulch is a rollicking musical tale of city kid Kate, who has to spend the summer holidays with her eccentric Grandma in outback Gooligulch. Kate is sure it will be the worst holiday of her life - but when she finds the animals in Gooligulch can talk, her eyes are opened to a whole new world. DATE Mon 6 Jun, 6.00pm

Tue 7 Jun, 10.00am & 11.45am AGE Grades 1 - 3

Based on the picture book The Terrible Plop by Ursula Dubosarsky, illustrated by Andrew Joyner. Featuring rhyme, funky tunes, quirky puppetry and vibrant, furry design - this is a story of true bravery when the smallest and most frightened creature of all summons up some rabbit courage to confront the terrible Plop! DATE Wed 9 Nov, 6.00pm

Thu 10 Nov, 10.00am & 12.30pm AGE 1yr - Preschool

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PRE THEA TR E D I N I N G O P T I O N S It’s quick, it’s easy, it’s delicious. Upgrade your experience with one of these pre-theatre dining options.

T ERRACE BAR EX PR ES S DI NIN G - $ 1 8 . 5 0 p p T h e co n venien t d inin g s olu t i on fo r p a t ron s in a r us h

TIME From 6.00pm VENUE Main Entry Terrace Bar (outdoors) Includes a basic beer, wine or soft drink and your choice of one of the following; • Seas o n al Cu r r y • Go u r me t Pe r s o n al Pi z za s • Ch ef ’s Selec tio n

PRE T HEAT R E DI N N ER - $ 3 9 . 0 0 p p Si t bac k an d r ela x w i t h t hi s a m bi e n t d inin g e x p e r ie nce

TIME 6.00pm sharp, cash bar open from 5.30pm, bookings essential VENUE The Paradise Showroom Includes; • • • •

B r eads 2 Co u r s e M en u (ch o i ce s e l e c t i o n ) Tea an d Cof fee s e r v e d w i t h d e li ci ou s B e l gium c ho co la te s Live Mu s ic

Alternatively The Arts Café, serving gourmet dishes inspired by the season, and specialising in home made pies and bakehouse goods - is an excellent option to compliment any theatre experience. Book now on 5588 6587 to avoid disappointment.

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AT T HE AR T S CEN T R E GO L D C OA S T ? In addition to the fabulous performances and shows in the 2011 Subscription Season, The Ar ts Centre proudly hosts the best local, national and international talent in The Basement, Ar ts Theatre, Showroom and The Space. Keep in touch with what’s happening at your centre including the latest gossip, competitions and exclusive oppor tunities for pre-sale tickets by signing up to receive our for tnightly e-newsletter or by following us on Facebook and Twitter.

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WHY SU BS CR IBE WHAT IS A S UBS C R I PT I O N ? A subscription is a package of tickets to our 2011 theatre season.

WHY SUBS C R I BE? • Savings of up to 28% on general admission ticket prices • Option to Pay as you go – whereby each show is charged to your credit card two weeks prior to the performance date (available with credit card payments only) • Secure the best seats before the performances are on sale to the public (single tickets on sale Friday 11 February 2011) • Receive the first option to buy tickets to specials and community events • Exchange tickets for another Subscription Season performance if unable to attend (ticket exchange fee may apply) • Exclusive invitation to the 2012 Season launch • Purchase a Season package before Monday 28 February and receive a complimentary Ar ts Cinema double pass • By purchasing your subscription package before Monday 28 February you will automatically go into the draw to win the Ultimate Gold Coast Enter tainment Package including tickets to selected shows within The Ar ts Centre’s Season, one night’s accommodation for two at the 5 star Gold Coast International Hotel and a delicious two course pre show dinner.* *Conditions apply.

WHY SUBSC RIBE

HOW DO I S UBS CR I BE? 1. Complete the subscriber booking and pricing form 2. Submit IN PERSON The Arts Centre Gold Coast Box Office, 135 Bundall Road, Surfers Paradise Mon-Fri 8.00am - 9.00pm, Sat 9.00am - 9.00pm, Sun 11.00am - 7.00pm BY POST The Arts Centre Gold Coast 2011 Subscriptions The Arts Centre Gold Coast, Reply Paid 6615, Gold Coast MC QLD 9726 BY PHONE Box Office 07 5588 4000 Mon-Fri 8.00am-9.00pm, Sat 9.00am - 9.00pm, Sun 11.00am - 7.00pm BY EMAIL Scan completed form and email to subscriptions@theartscentregc.com.au

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2011 S U B S C R I P T I O N S E A SON B OOK IN G FORM MINIMUM PURCHASE FOR A SUBSCRIPTION PACKAGE IS FOUR SHOWS. PRE THEATRE TERRACE BAR EXPRESS DINNER DINING* UPGRADE* $18.50pp $39.00pp

PERFORMANCE DATE & TIMES PERFORMANCE

GENRE

BLOOD, SWEAT & DANCE

DANCE

(please select preferred show date & time)

FRI 18 MAR, 7.30pm SAT 19 MAR, 2.00pm

PACKAGE PRICE

NO.# OF TICKETS

(please indicate number of persons next to relevant show date & time)

$25.00

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DISCOUNTED

VENUE ARTS THEATRE

SAT 19 MAR, 7.30pm

Camerata of St John’s

ORCHESTRA

Café RebetiKa!

MUSICAL DRAMA

SUN 27 MAR, 5.00pm THU 31 MAR, 11.00am FRI 1 APR, 7.30pm

Flamenco Fire - Primavera Mia

turns

DANCE

SAT 30 APR, 7.30pm

THEATRE

WED 20 JUL, 11.00am WED 20 JUL, 6.30pm

Pyjamas in Paradise

MUSICAL THEATRE MUSICAL THEATRE

$36.00

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ARTS THEATRE

$36.00

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ARTS THEATRE

$32.00

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FRI 2 SEP, 7.30pm

ARTS THEATRE

$89.00

FRI 2 SEP, 7.30pm

ARTS THEATRE

$32.00

opening night

Pyjamas in Paradise

ARTS THEATRE

SAT 3 SEP, 2.00pm

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SUN 4 SEP, 5.00pm

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THU 8 SEP, 7.30pm

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SAT 10 SEP, 2.00pm SAT 10 SEP, 7.30pm

Circus Oz

PHYSICAL THEATRE

FRI 30 SEP, 6.30pm

ARTS THEATRE

$36.00

SAT 1 OCT, 11.00am

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

THEATRE

THU 6 OCT, 7.30pm FRI 7 OCT, 11.00am

PARADISE SHOWROOM

$28.00

FRI 7 OCT, 7.30pm

BELL SHAKESPEARE’S JULIUS CAESAR

THEATRE

THE MAN THE SEA SAW

PHYSICAL THEATRE

BANGARRA MATHINNA

TUE 11 OCT, 7.30pm

ARTS THEATRE

$36.00

WED 12 OCT 11.00am FRI 14 OCT, 11.00am

ARTS THEATRE

$30.00

FRI 14 OCT, 7.30pm

DANCE

TUE 22 NOV, 7.30pm

ARTS THEATRE

$45.00

SUBTOTAL

SUBTOTAL PLUS TAX DEDUCTIBLE DONATION Help us deliver outstanding outst performing and visual arts on the Gold Coast, now and in the future. All tax-dedu tax-deductible donations over $2.00 will be acknowledged by mail with a tax receipt. TOTAL DUE PAGE 1 OF 2 *Pre show w dinner upgrad upgrades are available for select performances only. Dinners will be served at 6.00pm. Menus will be made available closer to the show date.

2 011 S U B S C R I P T I O N S E A SON B OOK IN G FORM CONTACT DETAILS TITLE, FIRST NAME

LAST NAME

POSTAL ADDRESS SUBURB POSTCODE

STATE

EMAIL ADDRESS

MOBILE

I would like to receive the fortnightly E-Newsletter from The Arts Centre Gold Coast I would like my gift to remain anonymous

TELEPHONE

S E A T IN G P RE F E RE N C E (allocation is subject to availability) ROW

SEAT NUMBER

SEATING REQUIREMENTS/SPECIFICATIONS

(i.e wheelchair access)

PA YMEN T OPT I O N S & DET AI LS PLEASE CHARGE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE TO MY CREDIT CARD

C RE D IT C A RD D E T A IL S MASTERCARD

VISA

AMEX

PLEASE CHARGE MY CREDIT CARD USING PAY AS YOU GO (I understand I will be charged for the first show upon receipt of my booking and remaining shows will be charged two weeks prior to the performance date)

CARD NUMBER

PLEASE FIND MY CHEQUE ENCLOSED

CARD HOLDERS NAME (as it appears on card)

DINERS

PLEASE FIND MY MONEY ORDER ENCLOSED EXPIRY DATE

SIGNATURE

THE SMALL PRINT In addition to the general terms and conditions of sale, the following procedures apply to all tickets sold as part of subscription packages - Subscription sales open Friday 28 January, 2011 - Subscribers who select the Pay as you go option will be charged the full amount of the first show upon receipt of your order form. All remaining tickets will be charged to your credit card two weeks prior to the performance date and sent to you via mail - Minimum subscription package is 4 performances per person - Single tickets will go on sale to the general public on Friday 11 February, 2011 - All new bookings are processed in date order of receipt - Payment by cheque, money order or credit card must accompany your application - Pay as you go is only available when purchasing via credit card - Subscription tickets may be exchanged for tickets to an alternative performance up to two working days before the performance date, conditions apply - Ticket exchanges are subject to availability and a ticket exchange fee may apply. Subscribers will be required to pay the difference in ticket prices at time of exchange - Subscriptions are available until Friday 30 September, 2011 - Seat allocation is subject to availability, allocated on a first in best dressed basis Terms and Conditions of Sale Visit www.theartscentregc.com.au

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P URC H ASE Y O U R 2011 A R T S C E N TR E SU B CR I PTIO N S E AS O N P AC C K AG E B EF O R E MO NDA Y 28 FE B R U A R Y F O R Y O UR C H AN CE C E TO T O WIN W IN

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Two adult tickets to your choice of two the following: Cosentino Melbourne International Comedy Roadshow Cavill Ave

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One nightâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s accomodation for two adults at the f ive star Gold Coast International Hotel And a delicious two course dinner before one of your selected shows Conditions apply. BONUS DOUBLE PASS to the Arts Cinema for 2011 Subscription Season Packages purchased before Mon 28 Feb.

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WITH A UNIQUE BLEND OF MAINSTREAM,

ART HOUSE & FOREIGN FILMS

THE ARTS CINEMA IS THE PERFECT VENUE FOR LOVERS OF FILM

ARTS CINEMA Take a glass of wine into the cinema ma with you for a f irst class experience

CE NT R E I N F O R MA T ION BUS BU S Surfside Buslines operates three bus routes that travel to, or near, The Ar ts Centre Gold Coast, including the Route 738, Route 21 and Route 5. To plan your C journey visit www.translink.com.au.

T AXI A designated set-down and pick-up area is located in front of The Ar ts Centre Gold Coast. To book a taxi, phone 131 008 or visit www.gccabs.com.au.

CAR Patron parking, including wheelchair accessible parking, is located in front of The Ar ts Centre building. We recommend you arrive one hour before a performance as parking is limited. Overflow parking is also available in the staff car park after 2.30pm to cater for demand during popular evening performances.

PAT RONS W I T H I N DI V I DUA L N E E D S

WHEELCH AI R The Ar ts Theatre and Ar ts Cinema are both th wheelchair accessible. If you require wheelchair access and seating at the Arr ts Theatre, please notify Box Office when you book your tickets. We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;tt require advance notice for wheelchair access to the cinema. Wheelchairs are available for patron ron use but must be booked ahead of time with Box Office by phoning 5588 4000.

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07 5581 6500 info@thear tscentregc.com.au centregc.com.au www.thear tscentregc.com.au

C EN TRE IN FORMA TIO N

The Ar ts Centre Gold Coast is committed to providing access to th the performing ar ts for visitors with special needs. If you require any mobility assistance, p please call the Box Office on 5588 4000 to book your tickets, ckets, and notify the staff at this time. We will then arrange for Front of Housee staff to assist you when you arrive at the theatre.

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The Arts Centre Gold Coast A 135 Bundall Rd Surfers Paradise QLD 4217 Australia P 07 5581 6500 E info@theartscentregc.com.au www.theartscentregc.com.au The information in this brochure is correct at Jaruary 2011.