NOV–JAN PROGRAM
Theatre INDOORS AT THE OUTDOOR STAGE
SCARAMOUCHE JONES A brilliant one-man play starring Colin Friels. By turns bizarre, comic, epic, tragic – laced with the consummate wit of the circus clown – the tale unfolds as an enchanting fable of poignancy and laughter.
Wed 30 Oct, 7.30pm Thu 31 Oct, 2pm Fri 1 Nov, 7.30pm Sat 2 Nov, 2pm & 7.30pm Join Colin Friels for High Tea on Fri 1 Nov, 12.15pm.
Free Event OUTDOOR STAGE
DANCING ON THE GREEN A free, fun social dance program held on the 1st Sunday of each month. Grab breakfast at the Farmers’ Markets, then learn new dance moves before trying them out to live music. All ages. Free. 9-11am.
Sun 3 Nov Sun 1 Dec
K-Pop Moves Beats, Pop & Jam
Come early and join in free Yoga on the Green from 8-9am.
Free Event OUTDOOR STAGE
YOGA ON THE GREEN Join us for an hour of blissful yoga on the first Sunday of every month. Free.
Sun 3 Nov & Sun 1 Dec, 8am Stay for the Farmers’ Market and Dancing on the Green.
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HOTA Café Great food, coffee and conversation. Seven days a week. H O TA . CO M . A U /C A F E
Music LAKESIDE ROOM
GOLD COAST JAZZ & BLUES CLUB
MUSIC OF NEW ORLEANS – GALAPAGOS DUCK Performing since 1969 multi award winning Galapagos Duck are one of Australia’s best-known jazz bands who have influenced generations of young musicians through their live performances and original compositions.
Wed 6 Nov, 7.30pm
Installation BASEMENT
THE SANCTUARY
THE FARM
An interactive installation exploring the emotional needs of ageing men. Enter the wooden cabin to make, to write, to read and to escape. Drop in or join a Woodchip Session, where The Farm will lead the experience (bookings recommended).
Sun 10–Fri 22 Nov See website for full opening hours and event times.
Music LAKESIDE ROOM
BLUE: THE SONGS OF JONI MITCHELL Australian cabaret and musical theatre star Queenie van de Zandt presents an evening of melancholic songs, poetic storytelling, and haunting vocals in an intimate setting, celebrating the musical legend that is Joni Mitchell.
Sat 9 Nov, 2pm & 7.30pm Presenting Partner Pindara Private Hospital
CINEMA Great movies worth watching RenĂŠe Zellweger in Judy
Big screen blockbusters, critically acclaimed arthouse movies and the best documentaries. H O TA . CO M . A U /C I N E M A
Workshop ARTLAB
ARTLAB KIDS’ WORKSHOPS Fun art workshops for kids led by a local artist.
LITTLE ARTLAB – 10am & 1pm (under 5 years) Sat 9 Nov Sat 14 Dec Sat 11 Jan
Hand Stitching for Kids with Vicki Browning Earth Wear for kids with Claire Agale Illustration for Kids with Sam Oyelowo
Little ArtLab proudly supported by ADFAS.
ARTLAB – 10am (5–10 years) & 1pm (11–16 years) Wed 13 Nov Wed 11 Dec Wed 8 Jan
We Grow Food Clay Elbowls Texture Collectors
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Fridays on the Lawn Live music, drinks and eats available from 4.30pm. MORE INFO H O TA . CO M . A U
Workshop INDOORS AT THE OUTDOOR STAGE/BASEMENT
LIFE DRAWING Live music, cold drinks and life drawing. You don’t need to be an expert to enjoy these fun, creative sessions.
Thu 14 Nov, Thu 12 Dec & Thu 9 Jan, 6.30pm
Workshop THEATRE 2
HOTA READS A monthly workshop for aspiring writers, book lovers and creatives. Learn tips and tools to improve your writing. See website for session topics and more details.
Mon 18 Nov & Mon 16 Dec, 5.30pm
Comedy LAKESIDE ROOM
THE WAR ON 2019 After a sold-out national tour last year, The Chaser Quarterly, The Shovel and Mark Humphries once again join forces to bring you an in-depth analysis of all the highlights of the year that haven’t yet been seized by the Australian Federal Police. Note: Wearing an Australian flag pin is required for entry to the show.
Wed 20 Nov, 7.30pm
Music BASEMENT
LLOYD SPIEGEL
CUT AND RUN TOUR
Acoustic blues master Lloyd Spiegel tours his album Cut and Run in a show that’s not to be missed by those who love incredible guitar playing, great songs and the odd tall tale.
Thu 28 Nov, 8pm
Music BASEMENT
SELVE: SNAKE OF LIGHT SINGLE LAUNCH
Inspired by the likes of Foals, Nick Cave and Tame Impala. Indigenous lead singer/songwriter Loki Liddle and lead musical composer Harry Edwards (Elder Children) integrate themes of Indigenous culture with neo-psychedelic styles.
Sat 30 Nov, 7.30pm
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CELEBRATE SUMMER AT
20 events, 1–15 Dec This Summer we invite you to make HOTA your home as we host 20 events over 15 sun kissed days and long warm nights with something for everyone. H O TA . CO M . A U / H O M E - 2 0 1 9
Music LAKESIDE ROOM
THE ROOTS MUSIC FESTIVAL A star-studded line up of roots artists will set the scene for a perfect family Sunday at the Gold Coast’s first ever Roots Musical Festival. Featuring Little Georgia, Karl S Williams, Bobby Alu and Band of Frequencies.
Sun 1 Dec, 5pm Doors open 3pm
Market
LAWN BAR
ARTISAN MARKET Enjoy wandering round our curated market stalls where you can find a unique gift that’s a little bit different and a little bit arty, before grabbing a drink in our Lawn Bar and kicking back to take in live local music.
Thu 5–Sun 15 Dec, 3–9pm (not Mon 9 Dec)
Performance
OUTDOOR STAGE / LAWN BAR / TERRACE
OSADÍA Direct from Barcelona, festival favourite Osadía take hair and makeup to a sculptural and theatrical state. Set to fantastic music mixes, where you become the original work of art on the revolving barbers chair. See website for dates and times of Osadía’s pop-up performances.
Kids TERRACE
CHRISTMAS ARTLAB
BY SAMUEL LEIGHTON-DORE
Create something you can wear and something you can give at this pop-up ArtLab with artist and writer Samuel Leighton-Dore.
Fri 6–Sun 15 Dec, 12–6pm (not Mon 9 Dec)
Free (Drop-In) / Children under 16 must be supervised
Cabaret OUTDOOR STAGE
HOT BROWN HONEY WITH YO! MAFIA
Packing a punch of hip-hop politics, Hot Brown Honey will make you laugh until you cry, clap until your hands bleed, dance in the aisles and shake every part of what your mama gave you. Party on with a Video DJ set from YO! MAFIA, fresh off the RnB Fridays tour. 16+ Event.
Fri 6 Dec, 7.30pm
Music OUTDOOR STAGE
SIX60 Making New Zealand history earlier this year when they sold out all 50,000 tickets for their Western Springs Stadium gig, Six60 are New Zealand’s ultimate live band.
Sat 7 Dec, 7pm (Sold Out)
Free Event OUTDOOR STAGE
CONCRETE CULTURE See HOTA transformed into a skate mecca with a packed program of interactive skate culture. Tear it up with free skate lessons from local legend Jesse Noonan, watch the pro’s in action and be inspired by Yeah Girl’s Homecoming Exhibition. With live music from Perve Endings and Radolescent.
Sun 8 Dec, 3–9pm Free, registrations for workshops required.
Theatre
INDOORS AT THE OUTDOOR STAGE
MAPPED GC 2040 This visual experience maps the actions taken by local experts and change agents to make a difference. Join the conversation about change on the road towards 2040. 16+ Event.
Tue 10 Dec, 7pm Cabaret
INDOORS AT THE OUTDOOR STAGE
RUMBLE!
A game show like no other! Martini McFly & Sydney’s Coco Jumbo battle it out over three rounds of performance, challenges and improvised chaos! 18+ Event.
Wed 11 Dec, 7.30pm Theatre
INDOORS AT THE OUTDOOR STAGE
THE UNREAL REAL HOUSEWIVES OF THE GOLD COAST Local, pop cultural and absolutely hysterical. Watch the real housewives of the Gold Coast battle for top position. 16+ Event.
Thu 12 Dec, 7pm
Dance OUTDOOR STAGE
DANCE BENEATH THE STARS A glorious night of music and dancing that will have you shaking your jazz hands and fluttering your quick-step. Hosted by Everybody NOW’s Ian Pidd with guest artist Geraldine Quinn, and featuring the energising 10 piece brass group Hot Potato Band.
Fri 13 Dec, 7pm Free event
Music OUTDOOR STAGE
DEADLY HEARTS
A CELEBRATION OF AUSTRALIAN INDIGENOUS MUSIC Taking inspiration from ABC music’s Deadly Hearts album, this First Nations concert features some of Australia’s best past, present and emerging artists including Jessica Mauboy, Archie Roach, Aodhan, Selve, Kinship Collective, HVWKS and other artists to be announced.
Sat 14 Dec, 3.30pm Presented by HOTA, Home of the Arts and ABC MUSIC. Background artwork: Rural Landscape by Jasmine Sarin.
Cabaret LAKESIDE ROOM
CARLOTTA’S CHRISTMAS SPECIAL Following sell out shows in 2017, Carlotta is ready to celebrate Christmas as only she can! With stories and songs from 50 years on and off the stage, Carlotta will be accompanied on piano by Helpmann Award winner Michael Griffiths.
Sun 15 Dec, 3pm
Music OUTDOOR STAGE
CALLING HOME A concert spectacular which will toll the bells and transcend faith and traditions with Lior and Parvyn Singh, backed by the Camerata Orchestra. Come together and celebrate multi-faith songs and rituals under the stars.
Sun 15 Dec, 6.30pm
ELEMENTS BY THE WALLS
Reflect, explore, and engage with four contemporary art works interpreting Air, Earth, Fire and Water. Curated by Rebecca Ross for The Walls.
Fri 29 Nov–Sun 1 Dec, 5.30-8.30pm daily
SOUTH STRADBROKE ISLAND INDIGENOUS ARTIST CAMP An outdoor exhibition, artist talks, spoken word and performance.
Sat 7–Sun 8 Dec See website for artists and event details
CHRISTMAS COMMISSION 2019 SAMUEL LEIGHTON-DORE With cheeky irreverence and visual style, a children’s book and art installation will transform HOTA Central into a Christmas miracle!
Mon 25 Nov–Fri 27 Dec
Artist’s impression of HOTA Gallery
HOTA Gallery Opening in early 2021 with a packed program of international exhibitions and incredible art, indoors and out. MORE INFO H O TA . CO M . A U / N E W - H O TA - G A L L E R Y
Comedy THEATRE 1
SYDNEY COMEDY FESTIVAL SHOWCASE For the seventh year in a row we’re bringing the crème de la crème of the 2019 Festival to Gold Coast! Featuring some of the Festival’s hottest acts live on stage for an incredible two hours of hard-hitting laughter.
Fri 6 Dec, 8pm
Music BASEMENT
PAT TIERNEY
ALBUM LAUNCH
Slide-guitar slinging troubadour Pat Tierney celebrates the release of his highly anticipated new album Red Moon.
Sat 14 Dec, 7pm
GIVE Share some good times Give someone you love a HOTA Membership, tickets or a voucher. MORE INFO H O TA . CO M . A U / J O I N
Comedy THEATRE 1
GC LAUGHS XMAS GALA Join the festival’s best comedians as they get you into the festive spirit with an amazing show packed full of comedy superstars. Hosted by Matt Okine.
Fri 20 Dec, 8pm
Photo by Florence Montmare
Circus/Family THEATRE 1
AIR PLAY
BY ACROBUFFOS FROM NEW YORK CITY An incredible visual poem with no words. Part comedy, part sculpture, part circus, part theatre. The wonder and discovery of Air Play is a bold reminder of childhood and growing up. Ages 3+.
Fri 10 Jan, 11am
Theatre/Family
Puppet by Dead Puppet Society based on the superhero created by Tim Sharp. Image by Dylan Evans.
THEATRE 1
LASER BEAK MAN
BY DAVID MORTON, NICHOLAS PAINE AND TIM SHARP WITH MUSIC BY SAM CROMACK (BALL PARK MUSIC) Power City is the most beautiful city in the world. Local hero Laser Beak Man works hard to keep it that way while his arch nemesis tries to destroy his good work. Full of humour and visual puns the story explodes with colour and energy. Ages 8+.
Thu 16 Jan, 11am Fri 17 Jan, 11am* & 7pm Sat 18 Jan, 11am** & 7pm *AUSLAN Performance **Relaxed Performance – a relaxed performance is one that is modified slightly to consider the needs and preferences of people with disabilities and their companions.
Cabaret/Dance Image by Joel Devereux
LAKESIDE ROOM
YUMMY DELUXE After touring the globe YUMMY are coming to the Gold Coast for the first time. The fabulous and award-winning ensemble will take you on a delicious and unpredictable ride in this outrageous, joyful and innovative cabaret. Ages 15+.
Wed 22–Fri 24 Jan, 7.30pm Sat 25 Jan, 6.30pm & 8.30pm Contains coarse language, nudity, sexual references, adult themes.
Theatre THEATRE 1
DAVID SUCHET, POIROT AND MORE: A RETROSPECTIVE Join us for an unmistakably unique event as we go behind the screen and curtain with a legend and witness some of his most beloved performances in a new and intimate light.
Wed 29 Jan, 8pm
Kids
KIDS TAKE OVER TO SAVE THE WORLD
A fun packed mini-fest for kids over the school holidays.
Week beginning 13 Jan, save the date! MORE INFO H O TA . CO M . A U
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Creative Development Program More than 60 local artists are developing their ideas thanks to this program – check out what they’ve been up to. MORE INFO H O TA . CO . A U / S TO R I E S
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Discover an international marketplace where your plate is your passport. Inspired by exotic street vendors, souks and bodegas. Breakfast 6.30am-10.30am Dinner 5.30pm-until late Sunday Brunch 11.30am-3pm
Yum Cha, located on the Promenade.
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Get in touch Contact 07 5588 4000 hello@hota.com.au 135 Bundall Rd, Surfers Paradise, QLD 4217 #hotagc @hotagc Box Office Mon–Sat 9am–9pm Sun 10am–8pm Gallery at HOTA is now closed as we prepare to open the new HOTA Gallery in early 2021. H O TA . CO M . A U
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FESTIVE LIFE DRAWING Get a little creative this festive season with live music, canapés, drinks and life drawing. BOOK NOW H O TA . CO M . A U
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