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What’s on and where this weekend in the arts

Tambuco Percussion Ensemble
Tambuco Percussion Ensemble

THE Canberra International Music Festival, directed by Roland Peelman, opens tomorrow Friday April 29.

First up is ‘Talk of the Town 1’, Forma Antiqva,  at Ainslie Arts Centre 30 Elouera St Braddon, 10:30am 11:40am,  ‘Smokestack Piano’ at Canberra Glassworks, 6.30pm Friday, April 29, before the  opening gala “Tango Tambuco” at the Fitters workshop in Kingston. SEVEN more concerts follow on Saturday and Sunday before the next week of concerts begins. All program details and bookings to cimf.org.au


Events:

“SPOKEN: Women Armed with Words” is a collaborative project between The ANU Women’s Department, The PARSA Women’s Office and literary collective Scissors Paper Pen. The purpose of this is to create a safe space with a focus on gender empowerment. This is a night where the mic is open to all women-identifying people, who will speak their words, whichever form these words take. At The Food Co-op, 7:30pm to 9pm on Saturday April 30. The organisers would like as many women as possible to attend.


BELCONNEN Community Centre’s CASP fundraiser,  a mixed media silent auction and exhibition of donated artworks to raise money for the gallery@bcs Community Art Support program, runs Belconnen Community Centre, Swanson Court, Belconnen  from Monday  May 2- to May 13, with the official opening  and silent auction  5:30pm-8pm  on Wednesday May 4. All welcome. Normal hours  9am-4:30pm Mon-Fri.


ACTOR/TEACHER/ROCK MUSICIAN/FOOTY COACH George Huitker is launching his new book “Big Life” at the Radford College Senior School, 6pm, Tuesday May 3. Huitker will answer questions and his band Junk Sculpture, will play a short set.


Talks:

THE annual Dympha Clark lecture will be given by author Drusilla Modjeska in  Manning Clark House, 11 Tasmania Circle Forrest at  6pm tonight Thursday, April 28.  Information at 0419 369 206. In her lecture, ‘Telling Stories’, Modjeska will reflect on stories- colonial and post-colonial, oral and written- that she has encountered during more than a decade of visiting Cape Nelson on the north east coast of PNG. Refreshments afterwards. Cost $15/10.


JENNIFER Rayner’s “Generation Less” investigates the life prospects of young Australians In conversation with the Sydney Morning Herald’s James Massola. At Muse café in the East Hotel Kingston, 3-4pm this Sunday 1 May, entry includes a coffee or glass of wine/sparkling water. Bookings to trybooking.com $10


Arts Business:

APPLICATIONS for exhibitions at M16 Artspace in 2017 are now open until May 31. M16 aims to present high-quality exhibitions from both emerging and established artists and curators from Canberra, interstate and overseas. Application details at m16artspace.com.au/down-load-application-forms/


M16’s Writer in Residence Program 2016 offers an emerging writer the opportunity to develop their writing practice, publish their work, and contribute to the critical discussion of Australian contemporary art. To apply submit an example of your arts writing (review, essay, etc.) no longer than 1000 words and a CV by 5pm Friday, April 29 to exhibitions@m16artspace.com


ANCA Gallery is holding its hugely popular ‘PIN’ annual exhibition of miniature wearable artworks (mostly brooches) again in 2016. Professional artists residing anywhere in Australia are encouraged to apply by 5pm June 1. For the application form and details visit anca.net.au


APPLICATIONS are now open for the Playing Field Studio 2016 Community Arts Residency Program. Successful applicants will have unlimited access to a studio space for seven days or a term block (10 weeks for two hours a week over Term 3 or 4). A budget of up to $500 for materials and equipment. Submissions close at 5:00 pm on Friday, May 2 to playingfieldstudio@gmail.com or call 0468 749 711 for an application form and more information.


Workshops and classes:

‘DARRYL’S Den supported arts and craft studio’ Wednesday creative art class in painting sculpture printing techniques and mosaic wall tiles, at Holt community hub 80 Beaurepaire Crescent Holt.10am- noon, May 4 to June 22. Materials and morning tea provided, inquiries and bookings to darrylsdenactoptusnet.com.au


ACTING for the Fun of It courses are for adults who wish to develop their creativity through exploration of drama and theatre skills. The courses are TQI (Teacher Quality Institute) accredited and teachers are able to count the 12 hours of each course towards their 20 required hours of professional development. The first course for 2016, “Acting for the Fun of It” will commence on April 25, 7 p.m. – 9pm. (changed time) at ImproACT studios in Civic between 7 and 9 p.m. The course comprises 6 x 2 hour sessions on consecutive Mondays. Information and enrolments from tutor peterbwilkins@aol.com or peterwilkins@grapevine.com.au phone on 0408 034 373.


Film:

Palm Trees in the Snow, Spanish film festival, April 30.
Palm Trees in the Snow, Spanish film festival, April 30.

2016 SPANISH Film Festival continues with a full program at Palace Electric Cinemas, NewActon, until  May 8, bookings to palacecinemas.com.au


Prizes and Awards:

ANTHROPOCENE is a global short film competition concerning the landscapes of the 21st , which invites the submission of 3–4 minute short films on the general subject of the new epoch of the ‘Anthropocene’. AUD $10,000 in prize money Entrants can shoot their films on mobile phones or any other device. Competition opens June 1 and closes August 1. Details at aila.org.au/notinmybackyard/anthroposcene


THE CHIPPENDALE Creative Precinct is encouraging emerging artists across Australia to enter the Chippendale New World Art Prize. The judges will choose the winner who will receive a three-month residency at the Arte Studio Ginestrelle on Mount Subasio in Assisi, Italy, worth $10,000. This year’s theme is ‘spirit’. To enter visit chippendalecreative.com


THE 2016 Paul Lowin music prizes are now open for nomination. The Orchestral Prize ($25,000) is awarded for a work for modern chamber or symphony orchestra of at least 30 players and 15 independent lines. The Song Cycle Prize ($15,000) will be awarded to a work suitable for chamber performance, using no more than 1-8 independent vocal lines, accompanied by up to 10 instrumental players. Nominations are accepted from anyone, including the general public. Entries close 5pm June 30.


REGIONAL Australia’s richest and most prestigious opera prize, the Noosa-based Dame Joan Sutherland Vocal Competition Award 2016, could help you hit a career high note. Applicants will audition live before a panel of adjudicators on Sunday, June 5 at Griffith University Conservatorium of Music, Brisbane. Applications close 5pm Friday April 29, entry form from nfa.org.au


ENTRIES for the 2016 Australian Catholic University Prize for Poetry are now welcome, with writers from all over the country competing for the coveted first prize. The $7,000 ACU Prize for Poetry will be awarded for outstanding poetry with the theme “Loving Kindness.” Closing date Monday June 6, information at acu.edu.au


Theatre:

l. Hamilton and r. Campbell in search of the Thylacine
l. Hamilton and r. Campbell in search of the Thylacine

SARAH Hamilton and Justine Campbell, play tracker and zoo keeper’s daughter, conjuing up the ghost of the Tasmanian Tiger, officially extinct since 1936, in a tale of discovery and destruction. “They Saw a Thylacine”, At the Q, April 27 – 28, bookings to theq.net.au or 6285 6290.


“SHAKESPEARE: The Sonnets Out Loud,” a complete reading of every one of Shakespeare’s 154 sonnets, to mark the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s death by Shakespearean actor William Zappa and vocalist actor Tobias Cole, with live accompaniment by Benn Sutcliffe,  directed by Dianna Nixon. At The Street Theatre, 7pm this Saturday April 30, bookings to thestreet.org.au or 6247 1223.


TRINITY Christian School’s “Peter Pan – A Musical Adventure,” at Erindale Theatre until April 29, bookings to tcspeterpan.com or Trinity Christian School on 6231 4177.


52-storey Treehouse
52-storey Treehouse

DIRECTOR and noted Chekhov author Geoffrey Borny is staging “Uncle Vanya” in his seventh directorial role with Canberra REP. The cast is headed up by Sam Hannan-Morrow as Vanya and Jim Adamik (in an unusual bit of casting as Dr Astrov). At Theatre 3, April 28 (preview) to May 14. Bookings to canberrarep.org.au or 6257 1950.


THE 52-STOREY Treehouse,  Andy Griffiths’ & Terry Denton’s best-selling book comes to life on stage for children 6-12 and their adults. At Canberra Theatre, April 29 – 30, bookings to canberratheatrecentre.com.au or 6275 2700.


Concerts and Gigs:

“EAR of the Cat” is a great titel for the Griffyn Ensemble’s contribution to the Canberra International Music Festival. Written by Michael Sollis and directed by Cathy Petöcz, it’s for adults and children alike, and came out of Sollis’ residency in Cairo during 2015. Ainslie Arts Centre, Elouera Street Braddon, 10am, April 30 –May 1 and 2pm May 1, bookings to cimf.org.au


THE ANU Music Society is holding a biannual Toddlers’ Prom Concert, an interactive performance for children aged 2-8 and gives kids an opportunity to experience music performed by a live ensemble in an exciting and interactive way, including the chance to conduct a real orchestra or try out a musical instruments. Big Band Room, ANU, Peter Karmel Building, ANU School of Music, 10.30am, May 1, tickets ($20 for the family) at the door.


Mustered Courage
Mustered Courage

THE Golden Guitar winning and ARIA Award nominated band Mustered Courage have come up with a distinctive event combining a Texas BBQ (the band will cook) and bluegrass music. “Banjo Bbq”, at Old Canberra Inn 195 Mouat St, Lyneham, from 1pm on Sunday, May 1, bookings to eventbrite.com


PIANIST and polymath Stephen Hough returns to Australia for his fourth Musica Viva tour in which he presents the Australian premiere of his own third piano sonata, at Llewellyn Hall, 7pm Thursday, 28 April 7pm 14 bookings to 1800 688 482 musicaviva.com.au


SOPRANO Greta Bradman performs in a concert titled “My Hero”, All Saints’ Anglican Church, Ainslie, 7pm, Friday, April 29, 7pm, bookings to oztix.com.au


GUITARIST-vocalist Amanda Kay has performed for the Dalai Lama, been adopted by the Marley family and performed with the Rockwiz Orchestra. She and local sax player Brad Luttrell will be performing at Smith’s Alternative, Alinga St,  Civic for International Jazz Day this  Saturday April 30 from 3pm.


UBUNTU African Choir at Canberra Grammar School, War Memorial Hall, 6pm, Friday,April 29. Tickets are $10 (proceeds going to UBUNTU) to  trybooking.com/185254


JAZZ in Concert at The Gods’ next concert features the Casey Golden piano trio from Sydney. At The gods Café, ANU Arts Centre, May 3, dinner at 6pm; music 7.30pm; non-eating seats available. Bookings to thegodscafe@gmail.com


Exhibitions:

Hall's Venice Biennale installation
Hall’s Venice Biennale installation

“WRONG Way Time”,the art of Fiona Hall, comes to us direct from the 2015 Venice Biennale. The Canberra-only exhibition provides Australian audiences with a window into this international art event and Hall was the first artist to represent Australia in the new Australian Pavilion at the 56th Venice Biennale. At  the NGA, until July 10. FREE ENTRY.


“IT’S ALL About Eve” is a solo exhibition of new paintings by Canberra-based artist Emma Beer. Beer is cheekily evasive about who ‘Eve’ is. She refers to Adam and Eve, her paternal Grandmother Evelyn, a brazenly feminised homage to artist Yves Klein, and the Bette Davis film All About Eve. She also asks “Am I Eve?” ANCA Gallery, 1 Rosevear Place Dickson until May 15, 12pm-5pm Wednesday-Sunday.


QUEANBEYAN Art Society have the official opening of the “After The Masters” art exhibition (5 mediums), at the Art Society Gallery at 6 Trinculo Place, Queanbeyan under the bridge on the Queanbeyan River bank, at 2pm Sunday, May 1. Guest speaker, presentations, viewing awards, drinks and refreshments. All welcome.


“SPEECH Acts” is the latest solo exhibition from local artist Nicci Haynes. With language being both her material and her theme entanglement and contortion, expressed via drawings, photography and video, are unavoidable. At Canberra Contemporary Art Space, City, Corner of London Circuit and Hobart Place, Monday to Friday 9am to 5:30pm and Saturday 9am to 1pm until May 21.


Peter Gouldthorpe for Grandad's Gifts written by Paul Jennings, published by Penguin Australia, 1992
Peter Gouldthorpe for Grandad’s Gifts written by Paul Jennings, published by Penguin Australia, 1992

‘SEEING Stories’, the largest most significant collection of framed original artworks from  an important period in Australian children’s literature, will be on show  at the University of Canberra  Hub Exhibition Space (opposite Mizzuna Café) from tomorrow, Friday, April 29 until August 26, Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays 10.30am-2.30pm Sundays 1.00pm-4.00pm


MEGALO Print Studio + Gallery is showcasing the unusual collaborative project “Bonsai Print,” in which four Bonsai artists and five emerging printmakers have been working together at Megalo, an idea developed by studio manager John Hart. Trees will be replaced throughout the duration of the show, thus altering the exhibition each week. At 21 Wentworth Avenue, Kingston, until April 30 Tuesday – Saturday 9.30am – 5pm.


CERAMIC artist Sally Walk is ftill riding high after being awarded the 2015 ‘Lorenzo il Magnifico’ Award for Ceramics (first place) at the Florence Biennale in Italy, Walk has opened, entitled “Semblance”, a solo exhibition of her coastal inspired ‘creatures’ at Suki & Hugh Gallery, 38A Gibraltar Street Bungendore until May 29.


IN “The Other Shore”, Singaporean photographer Wei Leng Tay asks how one’s sense of self is entwined with national identity, and how a host environment affects everyday lives. At Australian Centre on China in the World building, (behind the College of Law) ANU, until July 15 9am–5pm, Monday to Friday and selected weekends: 10am–4pm (April 23–24, June 10–11 and July 9–10).


MEGALO Print Studio + Gallery has a group exhibition showcasing the unique collaborative project “Bonsai Print,” in which four Bonsai artists and five emerging printmakers have been working together at Megalo, an idea developed by Megalo’s Press Studio Manager John Hart. Trees will be replaced throughout the duration of the show altering the exhibition each week. At 21 Wentworth Avenue, Kingston, until April 30 Tuesday – Saturday 9.30am – 5pm.


Tim Burke 'Storm Cloud'
Tim Burke ‘Storm Cloud’

IN “UNDERNEATH”, artist Tim Burke presents abstract, 3-dimensional works constructed from cut, layered and painted board. These works reference Antarctica, the relationship of the first explorers to the landscape and surgery. Burke continues a studio practice as a 2D and 3D visual artist and works as a creative art therapist with people with intellectual and physical disabilities, young people ‘at risk’ and artists with mental health issues. At Watson Arts Centre, Aspinall Street, Watson, April 28 to May 15 10am to 4pm Thursday to Sunday.


BELCONNEN Arts Centre  has: “Here and There”,  Julie Ryder, Sharon Peoples and Barbara Rogers, textile works that respond to the concept of time and place; “Constructure” – Ashly Kark, a new body of jewellery based on frameworks found in Belconnen Shopping Centre; “Biomimetic” – by ceramicist Skye Gallagher; and  “Remember When”…. – Canberra Region Feltmakers’ sculptural installation. All at Belconnen Arts Centre, April 29 -May 22.


M16’S FIFTH block of exhibitions for 2016 features three shows about emotions: “Knots & Nerves” – Anna Madeline, Alana Sivell and Amelia Thompson; “Surfacing” by Janet Angus; and “Prove it” by Shan Crosbie. At M16, 21 Blaxland Crs Griffith, 12 – 5pm, Wednesday – Sunday, until May 1. Opening 6pm Thursday April 14, all welcome.


 Ursula K. Frederick, No Signal #4 (detail), 2015, archival inkjet print
Ursula K. Frederick, No Signal #4 (detail), 2015, archival inkjet print

PHOTOACCESS presents “Indecisive Moments”, a collaborative exhibition by local emerging artists Ursula K Frederick and Katie Hayne, and Colour/Blind by LA-based artist Sinan Revell.  In the Huw Davies Gallery, Manuka Arts Centre, Thurs  April 28 to  May 22.


BEAVER Galleries has GW Bot “Endangered glyphs, paintings, works on paper & sculpture,” and ceramics by Les Blakebrough, and his investigation into the aesthetic and physical qualities of ‘Southern Ice’ porcelain inspired by the places in which he has lived and worked. 81 Denison St Deakin, until May 1.


“SLOW Burn” by Pamela Griffith & Greg Hansell, who have 100 years of successful exhibiting between them, is at Octagon ArtSpace, Bungendore Wood Works Gallery, until June 1.


'History' by Simon Ramsey at GAD
‘History’ by Simon Ramsey at GADTHE GALLERY of Australian Design is exploring a key aspect of Canberra’s local history and heritage. Presented by the ANU School of Art Furniture Workshop, the ACT ‘Witness Tree Project’ features objects created from the timber of city street trees who have come to the end of their useful life. At GAD 47 Jardine street Kingston until April 30.

FROM ‘Play School’ to ‘Countdown’, from ‘Bellbird’ to ‘Alvin Purple’, early ABC television programs hold a special place in the hearts of many Australians. With its new exhibition “Tuning In: ABC TV 1964–76”, the National Archives of Australia has brought together some of the nation’s favourite shows, all from the Archives’ audio visual collection.


“THOROUGHLY Modern”, curated by David Broker, asks if the ‘Great Australian Dream’ still exists. The detached house on a quarter acre block with a barbeque and hills hoist was a measure of success in the post war 1950s and 1960s. Artists are Janet Angus, Grant Hill, Matthew de Moiser, Alex Lewis, Danny Wild and Stephanie Wilson. At Gorman Arts Centre Canberra Contemporary Art Space until May 7, Tuesday to Friday 11am to 5pm and Saturdays 10am to 4pm.


“PETITS Travaux”, a showing of small works at Aarwun Gallery in Gold Creek is a hanging of small, original artworks from twenty fine artists.


“BARBARA Hanrahan: Words + Art” exhibits prints and prose of artist and writer Hanrahan, assembling pieces form UNSW Canberra and UNSW art collection, at ADFA Northcote Drive, Campbell 9am to 5pm until June 17.


IN its newest show, Canberra Museum and Gallery aims to further the enjoyment of the complexity of the nature of the Canberra region and our ‘bush capital’, in photos, paintings, sculpture, natural history illustration and drawing, scientific specimens and audio-visual material and a program of walks and talks, which can be found at cmag.com.au

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