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Gladiators: HEROES OF THE COLOSSEUM AT QUEENSLAND MUSEUM

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In an Australian exclusive, the international blockbuster exhibition Gladiators: Heroes of the Colosseum will only be appearing at Queensland Museum. The exhibition features more than 120 artefacts, interactive games and displays to reveal who gladiators were, where they lived and how they trained. Visitors to Queensland Museum will be able to step back in time and experience life as a gladiator during the Roman Empire. View archaeological treasures, including actual pieces of the Colosseum, elaborately decorated bronze gladiator helmets, and original arms and armour preserved in the ashes of Pompeii.Learn the story of these armed athletes who fought to entertain and inspire the people of Ancient Rome. The exhibition will explore four themes: Origin and development of gladiatorial games; the Colosseum, amphitheatre of the Roman Empire; one day in the Arena; and the Gladiators themselves, giving visitors a taste of what life was like in Ancient Rome. The exhibition, produced by Expona and Contemporanea Progetti, features artefacts from

eight Italian museums and institutions. Visitors will also have the opportunity to enter a competition for a trip for two to Rome to visit the Colosseum and see first-hand the world’s greatest arena. Book now and discover more at www.qm.qld.gov.au/gladiators

Gladiators: Heroes of the Colosseum from 23 June 2017 to 28 January 2018. Tickets cost Adults $18, Concession $16, Child $12 and Family (2A+2C) $50 and are now on sale via QTIX.

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29 June - 2 July

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Mathamazingat Queensland MuseumUntil 3 September 20179.30am to 5.00pm daily Corner Melbourne and Grey St, South Brisbaneqm.qld.gov.auGiant puzzles, curious challenges, predictions and probability will inspire your mathematical curiosity in this hands-on fun, family exhibition. Untangle yourselves with manacles, test your reaction time and compare to others, measure the distance to the target without a tape measure, build an arch that

won’t collapse, make it through a maze, work out the mass of an unknown object and solve a giant cube puzzle. Each hands-on exhibit is Mathamazing and explores concepts such as distance, measurement, statistics, mass, problem solving, length, probability, shapes and more. The fun really adds up in this unexpected and surprising new exhibition. Inspire your curiosity and play with maths in a new and amazing way. Book now and discover more at www.sciencentre.qm.qld.gov.au.Tickets: Includes Sciencentre admission: Adults $14.50, Concession $12.50, Child (ages 3-15) $11.50, Family (2+4) $44.50

An Afternoon with Justin Stahl11 June 2pmKelvin Grove State College TheatreAdult $30 Early Bird $25Book Now at www.tosaq.com.auMaking his first appearance on the Australia tour circuit, join us for an entertaining afternoon with Justin Stahl on Brisbane’s magnificent Christie Cinema Pipe Organ. Justin will present an entertaining program of music

from the movies, Broadway, jazz and rock classics as part of his five week Australian tour. His program will include stunning selections from hit musicals Cabaret and Guys and Dolls, a delicious assortment from Willy Wonka, frolicking rags by Scott Joplin and rock classics by Toto, just to name a few! Justin is an experienced musician and performs regularly to rave reviews from his American audiences. This program will connect with your musical soul and leave you wanting more. Try something new… You won’t be disappointed. Book Now at www.tosaq.com.au

CHRISTIE CINEMA PIPE ORGAN Affectionately known as “The Christie”, a 1934-vintage 11 rank cinema pipe organ manufactured by the British Hill Norman and Beard Pipe Organ Company (approx. 1000 pipes) brought to Brisbane in 1969 from the Granada Theatre, Maidstone, England and now installed in the Kelvin Grove State College Theatre. These musical giants, as much orchestra as organ and entirely mechanical including percussion and a sound effects suite, roared into picture theatres across the world. They allowed one skilled musician to conjure up a symphony of sound and provide every necessary musical impression for breathing life into silent films and the popular music of the day. The Christie, England’s answer to the marvellous American Wurlitzer, provided luxurious 1930’s cinemas with their own sophisticated musical identity after the silent era ended.

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Thérèse Raquin Modern-day gothic soap opera Wednesday 21 June, 7.30pm Thursday 22 June, 11am & 7.30pm Gardens Theatre, QUT Gardens Point gardenstheatre.qut.edu.au Adapted from Emile Zola’s gothic French horror, Thérèse Raquin is the kind of pure, bodice-ripping psychological drama rarely experienced live on stage: a twisted tale of forced oppression, misogyny, forbidden love, and

corrupted morals set in the backstreets of 19th century Paris, the city of love. Forced into a loveless arranged marriage to her sickly cousin, Camille, Thérèse is desperate to escape her hopeless future. When Camille introduces Thérèse to an old friend, Laurent, he unwittingly sets in motion a passionate and feverish affair between the two, and, ultimately, his own tragic demise. A rollercoaster of emotions featuring sumptuous period costumes and an original score by Christopher De Groot, this critically acclaimed Australian production examines what happens when you’re prepared to risk it all.

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presented by QUT Gardens Theatre

wireless CompetitionJudith Wright Centrejudithwrightcentre.comPerformances: Thu 15 – Sat 17 JuneThis June, experience surveillance like never before when w ireless hits the Judith Wright Centre for three shows only from Thu 15 to Sat 17 June. Making surveillance audible, w ireless weaves dance, music and design through interactive tracking technology, seeking out the dark and fragile distrust we feel inside as a result of overexposure to today’s tech.

For your chance to win one of two double passes to the opening night — simply send your name and contact number to: [email protected] with DISCONNECTED in the subject line by Mon 5 June. Good Luck!

Competition starts: Fri 2 June ‘17Competition ends: Mon 5 June ‘17


The Woman in BlackJune 10 – July 15Brisbane Arts Theatreartstheatre.com.auSusan Hill’s acclaimed gothic ghost story comes alive in Stephen Mallatratt’s ingenious stage adaptation. The Woman in Black is a brilliantly successful study in atmosphere, illusion and controlled horror. A lawyer, obsessed with a curse he believes has been cast over him by the ‘woman in black’, engages a sceptical young actor to help him tell his terrifying story and exorcise the fear that grips his soul. It all begins innocently enough,

The Forwards By Stefo Nantsou Presented by Brisbane Powerhouse, Shock Therapy Productions and Zeal Theatre Wed 14 – Sat 24 JuneVisy Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse brisbanepowerhouse.org Don’t pass up The Forwards this July at the Powerhouse, a raw physical theatre experience about footy, friendship and reckless behaviour. Following a series of successful shows on the Gold Coast as part of Bleach* Festival in April, The Forwards is coming to Brisbane by popular demand for eight shows only. No strangers to the Brisbane

but as they reach further into his darkest memories, they find themselves caught up in a world of abject terror. Director, John Boyce explains the concept of a play within a play and the extraordinary all-encompassing theatrical effects which increase as the story unfolds, challenging the audience to decipher what is imagined or what is terrifyingly real. “The most brilliantly effective spine-chiller you will ever encounter” Daily Telegraph (UK).

Powerhouse, Shock Therapy Productions is returning to the Visy Theatre after their Matilda award-winning season of The Pillowman in 2015. Written by Stefo Nantsou, director and founder of internationally renowned Zeal Theatre, and performed by multi-award winning company Shock Therapy Productions, The Forwards follows the story of a small town called Pintoon where nothing ever happens – except the footy. The town is buzzing as the local team, the Pintoon Parrots, finally make it to the Grand Final under the steam of their three star forwards – Rabbit, Hoges and Tractor. In the lead up to the game, the entire town

unites to party hard and celebrate, but tensions boil over in the build up to the big game. The dream team of goal kickers is challenged by a vicious cocktail of grog and jealousy as mateship gives way to anger and violence, leading to some devastating repercussions.


In The Warm Room: The Music of Kate Bush 1978–1980Friday 9 June, 7pm + 9pmPresented by Brisbane Powerhouse as part of Queensland Cabaret FestivalDon't miss the premiere of In The Warm Room on Fri 9 June! Following their outstanding success presenting Ziggy Stardust (MELT Festival 2016, Queensland Cabaret Festival 2016 and Melbourne Cabaret Festival 2016), Transformer (Queensland Cabaret

Festival 2015 and Wonderland 2016), and Hedwig 15 (MELT Festival 2017), Electric Moon premiere their new stage show, In the Warm Room: The Music of Kate Bush 1978–1980. Performing key songs from the albums The Kick Inside, Lionheart and Never for Ever, Bush fans will relive and fall in love all over again with the stunning music, wild vocals and layered lyrics that established this iconic and unique artist. Through the voices of eight seasoned cabaret performers will shine Bush’s creativity, imagination and innovation unparalleled in contemporary music. With an equal balance of male and female vocalists, musical director James

Lees will guide a 10 piece band through these wondrous songs, reimagined for a theatrical live performance setting.Book now at brisbanepowerhouse.org

Sit. Pose. Snap. Brisbane Portrait Photography 1850 – 1950.24 March – 30 July 2017 Museum of Brisbane Level 3, City HallFree Entry.Open daily 10am – 5pm.museumofbrisbane.com.auLong before smartphones and selfies, people visited a studio portrait photographer to capture an image of themselves they wanted to share with the world.

From personal portraits capturing life’s most significant milestones, to the curious and often humorous ways in which people presented themselves, Sit. Pose. Snap. is a charming and nostalgic glimpse into a 19th century photographic studio. From the Marcel Safier Collection. Sit. Pose. Snap. BrisbanePortrait Photography 1850 – 1950public programs include curatorand collector talks, workshopsand children’s activities. We invite you to sit, pose and snap.

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Celebrate Play School’s BirthdayUntil 30 July 2017Cobb+Co Museum,Toowoomba – 07 4659 4900cobbandco.qm.qld.gov.auCome and celebrate with Big Ted, Little Ted, Humpty and Jemima at this exhibition celebrating 50 years of Play School, ABC’s much loved television program. See famous toys, props and costumes alongside archival audio and video clips of past programs and presenters. Visit the iconic rocket clock, flower clock and the famous Play School windows. Included with museum entry.Image of John Hamblin © Australian Broadcasting Corporation 2016

Muhai Tangwith Queensland Symphony OrchestraSat 10 Jun, 7.30pmConcert Hall, QPACqso.com.auAs part of its 70th anniversary celebration, QSO have enticed former Chief Conductor and Artistic Advisor Muhai Tang back from Europe and Asia to honour QPAC’s Concert Hall stage for one special night. Muhai Tang directs an exhilarating program featuring Australian composer Joe Chindamo’s beguiling set of variations — Palimpsest; Schumann’s jubilant Romantic concerto performed by Schumann expert pianist Éric Le Sage, and concluding with Brahms’ first symphonic masterpiece.

West End to Broadway: VOLUME 4 August 11 – 27 The Spring Hill Reservoir ticketmaster.com.au Underground Opera’s 10 year celebrations continue with August’s West End to Broadway – In the Reservoir VOLUME FOUR!Enjoy a concert of show stoppers, filling Brisbane’s Underground Opera House, the historic 150-year-old Spring Hill Reservoir, six metres below Wickham Terrace, with uplifting, intriguing and sensational musical theatre tunes, delivered by world class performers. Laugh, cry and cheer with UOC this August! www.undergroundopera.com.au

Day out with Thomas24 June – 9 JulyThe Workshops Rail MuseumNorth Street, North Ipswichtheworkshops.qm.qld.gov.auThomas the Tank Engine is coming this winter! This is Australia’s largest Thomas themed event. Families can experience 15 exhibit zones, hands-on activities, Thomas and the Fat Controller in person, a model railway, indoor playground and the Museum’s expansive grounds. There is so much to do – why not make a whole day of it? Entry to the Museum and all exhibits are included in your ticket. Family tickets (2 adults and up to 4 children) are just $44.50.

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