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Arts Bulletin - 276
22 May 2008
This Week's Feature - Things To Do With Words | 
Helen Garner
Emilie Zoey Baker and Sean Whelan
Joel Deane | Deakin's Faculty of Arts and Education is holding a special event, Things to do with words, at their Geelong Campus at Waurn Ponds. The event is free and open to the general public and secondary school students.
Those who have a love of writing and the written word often ponder how they can turn their passion into a profession, and Deakin would like to introduce them to the many degree choices they have to offer in these fields and illustrate the varied careers available to writers.
This unique event will feature guest speakers such as Helen Garner, the Geelong-born author whose books include MonkeyGrip, The First Stone, Joe Cinque's Consolation and, most recently, The Spare Room. Garner's work covers numerous genres, from fiction to journalism and from creative non-fiction to screenwriting. She has also won numerous prizes for her writing, including the inaugural Melbourne Prize for Literature in 2006, which awarded Garner $60,000 in recognition of her outstanding contribution to Australian literature and to cultural and intellectual life.
Other speakers will include Joel Deane, speech writer for the Victorian Premier John Brumby. Deane is also an author, having published a novel, Another, as well as two books of poems, Subterranean Radio Songs and Magisterium. Joel has also worked as a newspaper journalist, internet and TV producer, and press secretary.
Deakin University has invited Helen and Joel as guests to illustrate how a love of words can lead to an array of careers in Literature and the Media
Anyez Lindop, a past Deakin student and now Publicity Manager at Penguin, will also speak on how her Honours degree in Literary Studies at Deakin in Geelong has allowed her to pursue a career in the publishing world.
A fun day is planned with not only the above speakers but also a special spoken-word performance, Sweet Cowboy, by the award-winning Melbourne performance poets Emilie Zoey Baker and Sean Whelan. Baker and Whelan have been performing their poetry for over ten years, and their work has been published and performed nationally and internationally. Baker has an EP out called Fannyism, and Whelan's work has been broadcast on radio RRR and JJJ.
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| Performing Arts |
Wicked Sisters
Torquay Theatre Troupe Inc is proud to announce that it will soon be presenting Alma de Groen's play Wicked Sisters. The play is about four women who reunite after the death of one on their husbands. They talk about their university days together and unravel a story of friendship, loyalty, betrayal and revenge. The play is at times very funny and loving yet also sad and bitter. Above all it is about the life journey of these four strong, yet vulnerable, women played by Maureen Eaton, Maryanne Doolan, Lisa Berry and Carleen Thoernberg. The play is directed by Michael Baker, who has delighted audiences in Torquay with his dynamic performances and direction over the last five years.
| Dates: | 22 to 24 May 2008 | | Time: | 8pm | | Venue: | Senior Citizens Hall, Price Street, Torquay | | Cost: | Adult $17 Concession $13 | | Contact: | (03) 5261 9035 or Surf Sight Optical, Shop 3/8 Gilbert Street, Torquay | | Email: | lavenderhill@bigpond.com |
The Little Prince
Etc Theatre Company, CCP and Don't Be a Couch Potato invite you on a magical journey into the world of The Little Prince. For the past eight weeks people of all abilities from all over Geelong have been working with Canadian born Director Carole Mallett to bring new life to the classic book The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint Exupéry. The story and the message of The Little Prince is timeless, beautiful and of significance. During the Second World War a pilot crashes his plane in the Sahara desert where he meets the Little Prince, a mystical creature from another planet. The Little Prince tells why he left his planet, his beloved rose and his three volcanos. We travel with the Little Prince and follow his adventures as he meets up with some very interesting characters. This is a story for adults - or grownups - every word has a meaning and every character shows us an insight into human nature. We often forget what is important in life; we get caught up in matters of consequence. Take some time out and revisit the joy and innocence of The Little Prince.
*The Little Prince is a City of Greater Geelong Community Arts Grants Program-funded event.
*NEW*
Wildlife Warrior on Tour - John Williamson
Fans can expect another remarkable concert from one of Australia's leading singer songwriters. The concert will feature many of John Williamson's classic songs including True Blue, Cootamundra Wattle, Mallee Boy and the new Wildlife Warriors: It's Time written for Steve Irwin. Also performing with John will be the remarkable Warren H Williams; the two have collaborated on a number of songs and albums over the years. John Williamson fans can look forward to an amazing concert featuring many powerful songs as well as John's unique story telling, which always creates a unique concert experience. As an added bonus there are free tickets to be won. The first four people to contact Janine Jerinic at Cultural Development Unit on (03) 5227 0878 will win a John Williamson CD/DVD pack - what could be better!
Open Day Rehearsal Port Musos Inc.
Get to know Port Musos Inc. in an Open Day rehearsal for the public, playing a variety of music styles from rock and big band right through to opera and musicals. Port Musos hope to give you a pleasant afternoon and at the same time enlist new members in making music together. All are welcome to this free concert, however donations are also most welcome to buy new music and equipment.
| Dates: | 25 May 2008 | | Time: | 1 to 3pm | | Venue: | Senior Citizens Hall, Newcombe Street, Portarlington | | Cost: | Free - Gold coin donation appreciated | | Contact: | (03) 5259 2009 | | Email: | doritz2000@yahoo.com.au |
Picnic At Hanging Rock Revisited
Anglesea Performing Arts and Clonard College's co-production is an adaptation of Joan Lindsay's classic 1967 novel Picnic At Hanging Rock and deals with the aftermath of the mysterious disappearance of a group of schoolgirls and a Mistress from Appleyard College from the slopes of Hanging Rock. This hauntingly beautiful tale is underscored by a soundscape created by Martin Cox which blends the guttural earthy sounds of the Australian bush and the evocative plaintive drone of the didgeridoo and juxtaposes these sounds with the refined romantic melodies of string quartets and piano sonatas. A complimentary glass of champagne is offered at 7.30pm on opening night. Tea, coffee or a glass of wine will be available after the show and you are invited to join the cast for a chat.
Anglesea Hall
| Dates: | 22 to 24 and 29 to 31 May | | Time: | 8pm plus 3pm matinee 24 and 31 May | | Venue: | Anglesea Hall, McMillan Street, Anglesea | | Cost: | Adult $20 Concession $18 Groups of ten $15 | | Contact: | 0407 971508 Marg |
Clonard Theatre
| Dates: | 6 and 7 June | | Time: | 8pm plus 3pm matinee 7 June | | Venue: | Clonard Theatre, 225 Church Street, Geelong West | | Cost: | Adult $20 Concession $18 Groups of ten $15 | | Contact: | (03) 5278 2155 Clonard |
Rose Bygrave Live at arQ Gallery Portarlington
We are very excited to have the beautiful voice and lyrics of Rose Bygrave as part of our new concert series this year. "After traveling abroad over the last four years and recent performances in India, she has returned home to release her new CD North, a collection of songs written in Italy, India and Japan, and also songs that follow the thread from her beginnings in the acclaimed band Goanna and her long friendship with the aboriginal people." Mike Daly, The Age Green Guide. "Rose gives you everything and does it with both ease and force...her voice appears above the roof of a song like a cry from an earth bound angel... world class act." Martin Flanagan, The Age. Our aim is to create an intimate atmosphere of art and music for the audience and the artist to savour together. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to experience the art and the music with us at arQ.
| Dates: | 31 May 2008 | | Time: | 8pm | | Venue: | arQ Gallery, 40 Geelong Road, Portarlington | | Cost: | $15 | | Contact: | (03) 5259 1123 After Hours (03) 5257 1073 | | Email: | swanbays@bigpond.net |
The Arrival
A tale of fitting in, finding yourself and the importance of family, The Arrival is the story of Aki, a man who leaves his wife and child in order to make a new life in a city far across the sea. Based on the stunningly imaginative book by award-winning illustrator Shaun Tan, The Arrival uses a magical blend of digital animation, puppetry and human actors to tell its story of the immigrant experience and multiculturalism. None of the actors speak during the play; instead, they communicate through expressions and gestures. The Spare Parts Puppet Theatre brings this wondrous world to life in breathtaking fashion, as part of Geelong Performing Arts Centre's Bendigo Bank Family Magic program.
| Dates: | 31 May 2008 | | Time: | 10.30am and 1pm | | Venue: | Geelong Performing Arts Centre, 50 Little Malop Street, Geelong | | Cost: | $16.80 | | Contact: | (03) 5225 1200 | | Email: | boxoffice@gpac.org.au | | Website: | www.gpac.org.au |
*NEW*
Groove 4 Reconciliation
A brand new day dawned for Australia on 13 February 2008 when the federal government apologised to the Indigenous Stolen Generations in an historic act of reconciliation. National Reconciliation Week (27 May to 3 June) provides an opportunity for all people to celebrate reaching this major milestone on our shared path. On Wathaurong country, Aboriginal actor Glenn Shea will MC Groove 4 Reconciliation. where the legendary daddy of cool oz reggae, Ross Hannaford, plus the sublime Torres Strait Islander harmony of the Maza Sisters will be slotting right into the Groove. Presented by Geelong One Fire Reconciliation Group with support from Wauthaurong Aboriginal Cooperative.
* Groove 4 Reconciliation is a City of Greater Geelong Community Arts Grants Program-funded event. | Dates: | 1 June 2008 | | Time: | 2pm | | Venue: | Geelong Performing Arts Centre, 50 Little Malop Street, Geelong | | Cost: | Adult $15 Concession $10 Accompanied children free | | Contact: | (03) 5225 1200 |
*NEW*
Geelong Wind Bands Showcase 2008
A new group has been formed for Geelong wind (concert) bands and its first project is a Wind Bands Showcase. This concert will feature bands from Christian College Geelong, Belmont High School, Clonard College, The Geelong College, St Joseph's College and Kardinia International College and The Geelong Concert Band with special guest band The Geelong Concert Senior Band. Two 'critical friends' will provide positive feedback to each band following their performance.
| Dates: | 6 June 2008 | | Time: | 5:30pm to 8:30pm | | Venue: | Costa Hall, Deakin University Waterfront Campus, 1 Gheringhap Street, Geelong | | Cost: | Free, however a gold coin donation would be appreciated | | Contact: | No bookings required | | Email: | geelongcb@gmail.com |
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| Visual Arts |
EAGLES NEST GALLERY
Heart Felt
The Eagles Nest Gallery is delighted to host an exhibition by local artist Matthew Grace who has exhibited in London, Melbourne and at the Adelaide Arts Festival. Grace's iconography of the mundane explores the relationship of the objects that surround him and his paintings are the result. He refers to them as visual poetry.
Champagne Opening:
| Dates: | 23 May 2008 | | Times: | 6 to 8pm |
Exhibition:
| Dates: | 23 May to 15 June 2008 | | Times: | 10am to 5pm | | Venue: | Eagles Nest Gallery, 50 Great Ocean Road, Aireys Inlet | | Cost: | Free | | Contact: | (03) 5289 7366 | | Email: | nadia@eaglesnestgallery.com.au |
GEELONG GALLERY - Multiple listings
15th VIGEX International Photography Salon 2008
Established in 1980, VIGEX (an abbreviation of Victoria Geelong Exhibition) is one of only two international photographic competitions in Australia accredited by the Federation Internationale de l'Art Photographique (FIAP) and the Australian Photographic Society (APS). VIGEX is held every two years and is co-ordinated by a voluntary committee largely drawn from the Geelong Camera Club and Corio Bay Camera Club. Prints are accepted in the following categories: Monochrome Open, Colour Open, Nature, Photo Journalism, Creative and People. In 2008, photographers from over 40 countries entered a record of number prints - over 4,000. A panel of three experienced Australian photographers judged this year's entries: the top 72 prints awarded Merit and above are exhibited at the Geelong Gallery.
Continuous Moment - Damiano Bertoli
The three components of this exhibition - a central installation and two related paintings - are part of an ongoing investigation by Damiano Bertoli into the notion of 'continuous moment' or, in other words, the ways in which art history retains a relevance for contemporary practice, with a constant engagement in most forms of art between the past and the present. Each of the exhibited works makes reference to a haunting painting by the nineteenth century German Romantic artist, Caspar David Friedrich, titled Das eismeer (The sea of ice) - a work that depicts the fateful end to a fictitious North Sea expedition. Consistent with the German Romantic approach that emphasized the monumentality of nature in opposition to the comparative frailty of man, Friedrich's painting reveals traces of a shipwreck that are dwarfed by an immense pyramid of shattered ice. Friedrich's narrative of exploration and tragedy at sea is replaced by a different kind of human presence and endeavour in Bertoli's sculptural work Continuous moment, with its constructed geometric forms combined with discarded materials from building sites. Bertoli's narrative shifts to that of the artist in the studio, to the successes and failures of art making rather than the failed North Sea expedition evoked by Friedrich. A floor talk of the exhibition will be presented by Damiano Bertoli, exhibiting artist.
Floor Talk:
| Dates: | 24 May 2008 | | Times: | 2.30pm |
Exhibition:
THE WINTERGARDEN
lianne @ wintergarden
Lianne Gough, local artist and 2007 Winner of the Gallipoli Prize is opening an exhibition of her new works. This exciting selection of work showcases Lianne's unique style and perspective. While the exhibition also includes landscapes, Lianne has again chosen to focus on portraiture which demonstrates her passion for chronicling the human spirit. Her paintings describe the subjects' attitude to life, by the look in their eyes, the way they stand or their place on the canvas. Art enthusiasts and professionals alike will be able to appreciate and enjoy this selection of works, giving us a glimpse of our community through one woman's eyes. Everyone is welcome to the opening of an exhibition of new works by Lianne Gough. |
| Literature |
Library and Information Week 19 to 23 May 2008
Join with the Geelong Regional Library Corporation as we celebrate Library Week 2008. The free activities embrace the Library Week 2008 Libraries are for Everyone theme, so come along and enjoy: author talks by renowned authors Don Watson and Jacqueline Pascarl; National Simultaneous Storytime when libraries in the region will read the same story 'Arthur' as part of a National Storytime session; morning and afternoon teas in aid of the Anti Cancer Council which will feature authors Andrea Mayes and Katherine Howell; and local entertainers Shirley Power and Colin Mockett. Check the website below for all the information. Tickets and information available from all libraries in the region.
Jacqueline Pascarl
Jacqueline is the author of the bestselling Once I was a Princess and has just released the sequel Since I was a Princess. Her experience includes radio, television and documentary film making including the award-winning Empty Arms - Broken Hearts. Jacqueline is the patron of CARE International in recognition of her humanitarian work.
*NEW*
Literary luncheon and Writing Workshop with Graeme Kinross-Smith
Under the title of The Truth Between the Lines - Telling Lies in Fiction and Poetry, Graeme Kinross-Smith - poet, novelist and writer of short fiction - will talk about and read from his short fiction, poetry and recent novel, Long Afternoon of the World, at a literary luncheon as part of the Queenscliff Sea of Words Festival. (For those wanting to read in advance, Graeme's book of poetry, photography and short fiction If I Abscond and his recent popularly acclaimed novel Long Afternoon of the World are available at Salt Contemporary Art Gallery, the ME Food store, Queenscliff Information Centre and Geelong and Melbourne bookshops.) The luncheon will be followed by an afternoon writing workshop exploring the possibilities in fiction, memoir, poetry, biography, family history, autobiography, feature articles and scripts as vehicles for the stories that all participants can carve from their experience.
| Dates: | 31 May 2008 | | Time: | 12.30 to 2.00pm Literary Luncheon
3 to 5pm Workshop | | Venue: | Athelstane House, 4 Hobson Street, Queenscliff | | Cost: | $25 Luncheon $15 Workshop | | Contact: | (03) 5258 1024 Athelstane House, (03) 5258 4843 Queenscliff Visitor Information Centre |
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| Festivals and Events |
Sea Of Words - Celebrating Words In All Forms - Spoken, Sung, Performed, Played And Written
A variety of events and activities is on offer throughout May. There will be something for everyone and it is all about words. Book discussion, poets and writers share the magic of their craft, afternoon tea with crime writer Katherine Howell or a literary lunch and writers workshop with Graeme Kinross Smith, singing workshop with Lil'Fi, book making, word play at Trivia Night or over the scrabble board, walks along the shore of Swan Bay or through the streets of Queenscliff, tours at the Maritime Museum and Lighthouse, share the experience of being there at the 'Sorry Speech' in Canberra or marvel at the antics of desperate entertainers auditioning in the Lighthouse Theatre production of Casting Capers 2. Many of the activities are free and others at minimal cost to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to join in. Programs available at Queenscliff Visitor Information Centre, 55 Hesse Street, Queenscliff.
Black Poll Readings
Join us for a fine afternoon of poetry, jazz and comedy with authors Cameron Lowe, A. Frances Johnson and Brendan Ryan, plus award winning comedian, Jonathan Schuster and Magnesium Soul-Fate for some jazzy funk with a bit of soul; get up and dance - get down and listen! All this in the lovely Apostle - a fabulous venue that was once a church (built in 1888). This event is part of the Sea of Words Festival.
The Chilean Landscape
Illustrated talk by traveller and Royal Botanic Gardens voluntary guide, Lynsey Poore. Lynsey will take us on a journey through Chile looking at its history, landscape and vegetation. Fifty million years ago South America and Australia were joined as part of the super southern continent of Gondwana; the Geelong Botanic Gardens display many descendents of the ancient Gondwanan flora. Morning tea will be provided.
| Dates: | 26 May 2008 | | Time: | 10am | | Venue: | Geelong Botanic Gardens Meeting Room, Eastern Park Circuit, Geelong | | Cost: | Gold coin donation | | Contact: | (03) 5222 6053 | | Email: | friendsgbg@sunet.com.au |
*NEW*
Philosophy Café
Deakin University and Geelong's 'Peace Works Unlimited' invites people who want a change from small-talk to come to the Philosophy Café on the last Wednesday every month. Join in lively discussion with questions, opinions and reasoning on contemporary issues while partaking of a free glass of wine and nibbles. This month's topic is 'How's IT going - What is comedy?' presented and led by Dr Mathew Sharpe, Lecturer in the School of Social and International Studies, and Psychoanalytic Studies, Deakin University.
| Date: | 28 May 2008 | | Time: | 7pm to 9pm | | Venue: | The Barking Dog, 126 Pakington Street, Geelong West | | Cost: | Donations welcome | | Contact: | (03) 5272 1214 Therese | | Email: | thereses@pipeline.com.au to be put on the mailing list |
Barwon Heads Film Society Inc. Screening - Midnight Cowboy
Directed by John Schlesinger and winner of three Academy Awards the film's cast includes Dustin Hoffman and John Voight. Based on an adaptation of Leo Herlihy's novel it makes for an outstanding buddy movie. Dustin Hoffman's Ratso is his most brilliant characterisation and Jon Voight is excellent as Joe Buck, the would-be stud. A moving and compelling contemporary story of urban alienation, this film has lost none of its impact over the years. Made in 1969 it runs for 108 mins. Rated MA.
| Dates: | 29 May 2008 | | Time: | 7.30pm | | Venue: | Barwon Heads Community Hall, cnr Hitchcock Avenue and Ozone Road, Barwon Heads | | Cost: | Membership or donation | | Contact: | (03) 5254 2138 | | Website: | www.barwonheads |
Wetland Connections
A celebration of the beauty and significance of coastal salt marsh wetland environments. Events, including art exhibitions of painting, drawing and photography continue during May. The group, Artists for Wetlands, hopes to raise awareness particularly of the Lonsdale Lakes wetlands complex and its vulnerable and endangered coastal salt marsh habitat.
| Dates: | Throughout May - refer to specific event listing for details elsewhere in this issue |
Artists For Wetlands
A sensitive and delicate expression of works, inviting the public to come and seek out the artists' impressions, and explore this vibrant ecosystem which is connected to the world heritage Ramsar site of Swan Bay. The artists are Deborah Brearley, Lauren Leviston, Pip Williams, Judy Stickland, Ann Cameron, Mahgo Smith-Armstrong and Trish Streitburger. This exhibition is part of the Wetlands Connections series of events.
| Dates: | To 31 May 2008 | | Times: | 11.30am to 5pm Thursday and Friday
10.30am to 5pm Saturday and Sunday
Appointment only Monday to Wednesday | | Venue: | arQ Gallery and Studios, 40 Geelong Road, Portarlington | | Cost: | Gold coin donation | | Contact: | (03) 5259 1123 or After Hours (03) 52571073 | | Email: | swanbays@bigpond.net.au |
Photographic Display
Photographic display of local vegetation from an historical perspective. This display is part of the Wetlands Connections series of events.
| Dates: | Throughout May 2008 | | Time: | 2 to 4 pm Daily | | Venue: | Queenscliff Historical Museum, 49 Hesse Street, Queenscliff | | Cost: | Free | | Contact: | (03) 5258 2511 |
*NEW*
2008 Bethany Arthouse Film Festival - The Lives Of Others
The Lives of Others, which won the 2006 Oscar for Best Foreign Language film, is an intense thriller set in Berlin five years before the fall of the Berlin Wall. This is the second film in a series of five presented in the 11th Bethany Arthouse Film Festival. The Arthouse Film Festival raises funds vital for Bethany and is a great way helping Bethany to support those most in need in our community.
| Dates: | 5 June 2008 | | Time: | 8pm | | Venue: | Geelong Performing Arts Centre, Little Malop Street, Geelong | | Cost: | Adult $16 Concession $10 | | Contact: | (03) 5225 1200 | | Email: | www.gpac.org.au |
Camping Under The Moonahs
Art exhibition and assemblage by Deborah Brearley as part of the Wetlands Connections series of events.
| Date: | To 15 June 2008 | | Time: | 8am to Late Monday to Saturday
8am to 5pm Sunday | | Venue: | Kelp, 67 Pt Lonsdale Road, Point Lonsdale | | Cost: | Free | | Contact: | (03) 5258 4797 |
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| Opportunities and Employment |
*NEW*
Victorian Music Library
The Victorian Music Library (VML) is a not for profit music resource centre, managed by volunteers to preserve and provide for loan a collection of over 60,000 items of sheet music to their members throughout Victoria. They aim to make the music collection available to their membership, which includes orchestras, string ensembles, brass bands, school music departments, musicians, performers, students and music teachers. The library offers a great value way for local communities to access music, often providing works that are only available in Australia in their library, along with a postal service and longer loans for rural and regional members. Membership is available at a reasonable rate and allows multiple loans from the collection along with other benefits. Check the website for more information about this exciting resource.
| Dates: | Tuesdays and Thursdays | | Time: | 10am to 4pm | | Venue: | 64 - 66 Orrong Road, Elsternwick (alongside the Uniting Church Archives) | | Cost: | Check website for membership fees | | Contact: | (03) 9528 3135 | | Email: | musiclib@vicnet.net.au | | Website: | www.vicnet.net.au/~vml/ |
EOI: Local Art, Craft and Produce Stallholders
Expressions of interest are being sought for quality local art and craft and local produce market stalls for this year's National Celtic Festival to be held over the June long weekend in Portarlington. Visit our website for further information. Celtic Market applications can be found on the website or call 0409 017 130 to register your interest.
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| Education |
Songwriting Course With Local Singer/Songwriter Katt Beames
Learn to express yourself creatively through song! This six week course explores: building sources of inspiration; song structure elements; writing and editing effective lyrics; and developing strong melodies. It also offers the opportunity to record one of your original new songs at the end of the course!
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