23 nov–03 dec 2017 - brisbane powerhouse · bombshell burlesque: viva brisvegas! 11 wasteland 12...
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WONDERLANDBRISBANE.COM.AU
23 NOV–03 DEC2017
ContentS01
Welcome
02 Jamie MacDowell and Tom Thum
04 Arj Barker: Organic
05 In The Heights
06 Randy Writes A Novel
07 W RST
08 Broken Romantics:
A Vicious Song Cycle by Emma Dean
09 Elizabeth I
10 Bombshell Burlesque:
Viva BrisVegas!
11 Wasteland
12 FALLOT (fä-’lō)
13 Vanguard Burlesque
14 Resting B tch Face
15 The Wives of Wolfgang
16 There’s Something About Mary(s)
16 Nath Valvo: Not In This House
17 Mama Alto: Torch Songs
17 Love/Hate Actually
18 Nefarious
18 Can I Get An Amen?!
19 The Gospel
According to Matthew
19 A ROSE AMONG HORNS
20 Monsteria
20 The Modern Guide to Heroism
and Sidekickery
21 Livespark
21 Bambuild 06
22 SHOWTIME! by Ben Ely
22 The Working Class by Aaron Bradbrook
23 Booking Information
24 Schedule
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Sultry summer nights, sizzling spectacles and thrills abound. As evenings linger long, Brisbane Powerhouse sparkles with its very own end-of-year extravaganza; the debaucherously delightful Wonderland Festival.
Welcome to Wonderland Festival 2017
A special thanks to the Brisbane Powerhouse Associates who have generously supported Wonderland Festival, ensuring we can keep bringing you so many remarkable performances each year.
Marvel in the magic and indulge in a seductive feast of the unexpected. I encourage you to be part of the awesome spectacle that is Wonderland Festival. Let the languid nights roll!
In 2017, we've brought together talented local performers for a unique carnival of comedy, burlesque, circus, music, theatre and more. Purveyors of all things weird and wonderful, we'll tantalise you with more than 20 shows over 12 nights, explicitly curated to surprise and delight!
Now a highly anticipated event, for four years Brisbane Powerhouse has been proud to reveal new talents and support favourite acts as part of Wonderland Festival. We’re committed to nourishing Brisbane artists, and creating a pathway for their future creative success. It is extremely rewarding to welcome back many artists whose previous works we premiered, and have since received international acclaim. It is this unique collaboration that really brings the true wonder to our very own Wonderland.
Kris Stewart Artistic Director Brisbane Powerhouse
Pictured: Kris Stewart, aged 14
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Beatbox sensation and one-man orchestra, Tom Thum – best known for the most watched TEDx talk of all time – joins forces with bohemian singer-songwriter, Jamie MacDowell, to form a truly unique duo that are “redefining musical parameters” (Nouse).
Armed only with a guitar and a versatile voice box able to convey any instrument, this show eschews cynicism, exudes joy, and defies expectations. A funny, riotous combination of folk-pop songs and virtuosic beat-boxing that just works, even if you can't work out why.
Be part of an extraordinary eventing of sound with some of the most exciting music makers in the country.
Presented by Brisbane Powerhouse
DATE Thu 30 Nov TIME 7pm VENUE Love Box (Powerhouse Theatre) DURATION 60 mins TICKETS $49 + transaction fee of $5.95
Suitable for ages 15+ This production contains coarse language and adult themes
One is good with his fingers, the other is good with his mouth.
“The perfect combination of sexy and swagger”RIP IT UP
“Spellbinding talent and intoxicating onstage presence” CLIQUE MAG
Image by Chelone Wolf
MUSIC
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Comedy favourite Arj Barker returns to Brisbane Powerhouse. Revel in the comic genius and superbly astute observations of this award-winning performer.
“As always, I start with the finest free-range topics, nurture them until they’re brimming with wholesome hilarity, and ready for the tellin’. Remember, my cruelty-free jokes are ALWAYS tested on animals, and 100% goat-approved by the time you hear them. That’s quality you can trust.”
*may contain traces of nuts
Image by Baron Walton
COMEDY
Presented by Mary Tobin
DATE Fri 01–Sun 17 Dec TIME Tue–Sat 7pm, Sun 5pm VENUE Love Box (Powerhouse Theatre) DURATION 90 mins TICKETS $38 (Tue), $44 (f) (Wed–Thu + Sun), $41 (c) (Wed–Thu + Sun), $41 (Group 8+) (Wed–Thu + Sun), $46.90 (f) (Fri–Sat), $42.90 (c) (Fri–Sat), $42.90 (Group 8+) (Fri–Sat) + transaction fee of $5.95
Suitable for ages 15+ This production may contain some coarse language
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Presented by Matt Ward Entertainment
DATE Thu 23–Sun 26 Nov TIME Thu–Sat 7.30pm, Sat 1.30pm, Sun 1pm VENUE Love Box (Powerhouse Theatre) DURATION 2 hrs 45min (incl interval) TICKETS $69 (f), $59 (c), $65 (Group 4+) + transaction fee of $5.95
MUSIC THEATRE
From the creator of Broadway’s smash hit Hamilton comes a ground breaking, high energy musical about home, family and finding out where you belong.
Experience a mix of Latin and hip hop cultures, powerful break-dancing and a fabulous score featuring salsa and soul music.
Book byQuiara Alegría Hudes
Music and Lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda
Conceived by Lin-Manuel Miranda
Development of In The Heights was supported by the Eugene O’Neill Theatre Center during a residency at the Music Theatre Conference of 2005. Initially developed by Back House Productions
“In The Heights” is presented by permission of ORiGiN™ Theatrical on behalf of R&H Theatricals: www.rnh.com
Tony Award winner for Best Musical and Pulitzer Prize nominee, In The Heights comes to Brisbane.
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Presented by Laughing Stock Productions in partnership with Brisbane Powerhouse
DATE Thu 23–Sun 26 Nov TIME Thu–Sat 9pm, Sun 7.45pm VENUE Memory Tank (Visy Theatre) DURATION 60 mins TICKETS $30 (Early Bird Thu + Sun ends 08 Sep), $34 (f), $30 (c), $30 (Group 6+) + transaction fee of $5.95
Suitable for ages 18+ This production contains coarse language and adult themes
COMEDY
Direct from sell-out performances and a nomination for Best Comedy show at last year’s Edinburgh Fringe, Randy from ABC’s Sammy J & Randy in Ricketts Lane is bringing his hit show to Brisbane for the first time.
Randy teams up with a typewriter in this hilarious hour of spoken word and gratuitous arm movements. Kick back as Randy reads excerpts from his unpublished novel whilst getting distracted by his own hate-filled ramblings.
Following the critically acclaimed Randy is Sober and The Last Temptation of Randy – this is what happens when Randy cuts sick for an hour.
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Presented by Jacqueline Furey in partnership with Brisbane Powerhouse
DATE Thu 23–Sat 25 Nov TIME 7.15pm VENUE Memory Tank (Visy Theatre) DURATION 60 mins TICKETS $35 + transaction fee of $5.95
Suitable for ages 18+ This production contains coarse language, implied nudity, strobe and haze effects
CABARET
Jacqueline Furey combines some of her favourite things to present Würst, an almost all-male striptease revue!
After a sell-out debut season, this whirlwind spectacle of burlesque, cabaret and comedy is hitting the stage again with even more mouth-watering variety.
Featuring a smorgasbord of talent, award-winning artists and top shelf acts that range from sensual to hysterical, Würst is a striptease soirée for the thinking wo/man.
Join us for a night out like no other – whet your appetite for Würst!
Smouldering men. Sizzling performances. Smallgoods.
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Presented by Emma Dean in partnership with Brisbane Powerhouse
DATE Thu 30 Nov TIME 7.15pm VENUE Memory Tank (Visy Theatre) DURATION 60 mins TICKETS $26 (Early Bird, ends 08 Sep), $34 (f), $28 (c), $28 (Group 6+) + transaction fee of $5.95
Suitable for ages 18+ This production contains coarse language
MUSIC
Join internationally acclaimed songstress Emma Dean, musicians Tony Dean, Richard Grantham and Katie Swan, alongside astonishing physical theatre performer Jamie Kendall, for a night of music, misadventure and mischief.
Featuring Emma’s original music as well as twisted covers of songs by Sia, Montaigne, Foo Fighters and more.
Revel in the messiness of what it means to be human. Raise a glass to your own imperfections, and perhaps... fall in love.
A show for the warriors of love, the ragtag-hearted heroes, the beautiful, the brave, the healed and the crushed.
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Presented by Monsters Appear in partnership with Brisbane Powerhouse
DATE Fri 01–Sun 03 Dec TIME Fri–Sat 7.15pm, Sun 6pm VENUE Memory Tank (Visy) DURATION 60 mins TICKETS $25 (Early Bird, ends 08 Sep), $34 (f), $27 (c), $25 (Group 8+) + transaction fee of $5.95
Suitable for ages 15+ This production contains strobe lighting and smoke effects
COMEDY THEATRE
Ascending to the throne at age 25, Elizabeth I of England reigned for 45 years. What you might not know is that she secretly considered herself an artist...
A ghost-like vision of The Virgin Queen takes her audience on a shamelessly theatrical trip into her deep dark artistic pursuits, poems of pugs, a knack for knickers and mountains of makeup.
Part historical fan fiction, part stand-up comedy, and part late night slow dance – welcome to the strange and wonderful world of one of history’s most powerful women.
Directed by Benjamin Schostakowski. Starring Emily Burton.
The award-winning company behind A Tribute of Sorts and Klutz return with an electric new comedy of histrionic proportions.
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Returning after their sold-out season at Wonderland Festival 2016, you’re in for an evening full of glamour, glitter and giggles! More tempting than all of the flashing lights on any casino floor, this high-paced, cheeky show features stunning group routines with slick choreography, award-winning soloists and a chanteuse MC as part of the action.
Save yourself the cash and a 16-hour flight as Queensland's premiere showgirls bring Las Vegas excess direct to you. Hedge your bets, roll the dice and let Bombshell Burlesque be your ladies of luck tonight!
BURLESQUE
Presented by Bombshell Burlesque in partnership with Brisbane Powerhouse
DATE Thu 30 Nov–Sat 02 Dec TIME 9pm VENUE Memory Tank (Visy Theatre) DURATION 60 mins TICKETS $32 (Early Bird, ends 08 Sep), $35 (f), $30 (Group 10+) + transaction fee of $5.95
Suitable for ages 18+ This production contains adult themes,coarse language, implied nudity, haze and strobe effects
Bombshell Burlesque put the Vegas back in BrisVegas with a burlesque tribute to the glitziest city on earth!
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Presented by Flipside Circus in partnership with Brisbane Powerhouse
DATE Fri 24–Sat 25 Nov + Fri 01–Sat 02 Dec TIME Fri 6pm, Sat 3.30pm VENUE Centre Court (Turbine Platform) DURATION 60 mins TICKETS $20 (Early Bird, ends 08 Sep), $24 (f), $18 (c), $18 (Group 6+) + transaction fee of $5.95
CIRCUS
Besieged by mountains of rubbish, 12 extraordinary young performers recycle and reuse discarded items, reimagining circus and what our future could be. Wasteland is about potential, hope, resilience and survival – replacing recognisable circus apparatus with repurposed materials and scrap.
Developed by Flipside’s performance troupe, renowned circus artist Chelsea McGuffin and dramaturge Robert Kronk, Wasteland combines amazing aerials with frenetic ground and tumbling routines.
What sort of world will young people inherit?
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The heart is in control. The signals generated by its rhythmic activity determine the quality of our emotional experience, from moment to moment.
Circus artist Marianna Joslin was born with Tetralogy of Fallot, a rare heart condition that went undiagnosed for years. How does such an experience shape one’s life?
This is an exploration of the heart… through circus. Transformed, twisted, transplanted, cut open and sewn back together. Modern acrobatics with a heart beating rhythm.
CIRCUS
Presented by Company 2 in partnership with Brisbane Powerhouse
DATE Thu 23–Sun 26 Nov TIME Thu–Sat 7.45pm, Sun 7pm VENUE Centre Court (Turbine Platform) DURATION 60 mins TICKETS $20 (Early Bird, ends 08 Sep) $27 (f), $23 (c), $23 (Group 6+) + transaction fee of $5.95
Suitable for ages 15+
The heart beats over 100,000 times per day, affecting our emotional experience with every action.
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Presented by Joel Devereux and Lillian Lace in partnership with Brisbane Powerhouse
DATE Fri 24–Sat 25 Nov TIME 9.30pm VENUE Centre Court (Turbine Platform) DURATION 60 mins TICKETS $35 + transaction fee of $5.95
Suitable for ages 18+ This production contains nudity and adult themes
BURLESQUE
On the back of three successful Wonderland Festival seasons, Brisbane’s premier burlesque variety show returns to Brisbane Powerhouse with a bevy of Australia’s best burlesque artists and showgirls. Featuring special interstate guests including Ginger Foxx (NSW), Alyssa Kitt (NSW), Lara Love (NSW), Clara Cupcakes (VIC) and the very best Brisbane has to offer, prepare for a night of offbeat glamour and seduction.
There’s something for everyone, whether a burlesque virgin or seasoned professional. Come, enjoy!
Vanguard Burlesque invites you to a night of sultry entertainment, showcasing the very best in Australian burlesque.
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Presented by Common Thread Circus in partnership with Brisbane Powerhouse
DATE Fri 01–Sat 02 Dec TIME 9.30pm VENUE Centre Court (Turbine Platform) DURATION 50 mins TICKETS $26 (Early Bird, ends 08 Sep), $30 (f), $26 (c), $26 (Group 5+) + transaction fee of $5.95
Suitable for ages 18+ This production contains coarse language and nudity
CIRCUS
Four women not afraid to make a statement, throw shade at the modern world in this gutsy, high-energy circus production. Witnesses to a generation of YouTubers, Instafamous stars, ‘leaning in’ and ‘having it all’, they find a common thread in the tension between their internal and external lives.
Defiantly tackling stereotypes, these women examine the different faces they present to the world in their professional and personal lives. Through group acrobatics and aerials, this comedic and thought-provoking show investigates social expectations.
As they say, “smiling gives you wrinkles, resting bitch face keeps you pretty.”
A cheeky, fearless and strong all-female circus production.
Image by Matt Black Photography
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Presented by Hannah Belanszky and Co in partnership with Brisbane Powerhouse
DATE Fri 01–Sun 03 Dec TIME Fri–Sat 8pm, Sun 7pm VENUE Centre Court (Turbine Platform) DURATION 60 mins TICKETS $21 (Early Bird, ends 08 Sep), $28 (f), $24 (c), $21 (Group 6+) + transaction fee of $5.95
Suitable for ages 18+ This production may contain the use of smoke effects
THEATRE
Three women: the cat, the wife and the mistress, meet in the wake of their mutual lover’s death to ensure that he doesn’t take all his secrets with him to the grave.
A titillating cabaret, fusing songs, burlesque and dark comedy together to awaken the senses… and the dead.
Image by Justin Harrison
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Nath Valvo just smashed the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, performed at the prestigious Just For Laughs festival at the Sydney Opera House, recorded his debut stand up TV special for the ABC and scored a nomination for Best Newcomer at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
Catch one of Australia's best up-and-comers tackling love, scary sex, bored parents, Beyoncé and FitBits.
See inside the mildly unhealthy symbiotic relationship between one woman and the entire gay community of Brisbane, as sassy musical theatre student Cassie G shares her trials of love, loss and responsibilities as a queen-in-waiting.
Presented by Cassie George in partnership with Brisbane Powerhouse
DATE Thu 23–Sun 26 Nov TIME Thu–Sat 7.30pm, Sun 6.30pm VENUE Studio 53 ½ (Turbine Studio) DURATION 60 mins TICKETS $25 (Early Bird, ends 08 Sep), $27 (f) + transaction fee of $5.95
Suitable for ages 15+ This production contains sexual references
COMEDYCABARET
Presented by Laughing Stock Productions in partnership with Brisbane Powerhouse
DATE Thu 30 Nov–Sun 03 Dec TIME Thu–Sat 7.30pm, Sun 6.30pm VENUE Studio 53 ½ (Turbine Studio) DURATION 60 mins TICKETS $25 (Early Bird Thu + Sun, ends 08 Sep), $30 (Fri-Sat), $30 (f) (Thu+ Sun) $25 (c) (Thu + Sun) $26 (Group 6+) (Thu + Sun) + transaction fee of $5.95
Suitable for ages 16+ This production contains coarse language and adult themes
“Ridiculously funny” HERALD SUN
Every day, she met the men of her dreams.
Unfortunately, so did they!
Image by Tyler Alberti
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Resplendent diva and acclaimed jazz singer Mama Alto, and pianist extraordinaire Miss Chief, beguile you with sumptuous ballads, fierce blues scorchers and poignant torch songs.
Mama Alto’s luscious voice and gender transcendence thrills with evocative interpretations of jazz standards from the American songbook.
Presented by Mama Alto in partnership with Brisbane Powerhouse
DATE Thu 23–Sun 26 Nov TIME Thu–Sat 9pm, Sun 8pm VENUE Studio 53 ½ (Turbine Studio) DURATION 60 mins TICKETS $20 (Early Bird, ends 08 Sep), $25 (f), $20 (c), $20 (Group 5+) + transaction fee of $5.95
Suitable for ages 15+
Amy thinks the film Love Actually represents everything good about the human experience of love. Natalie believes it’s unrealistic and manipulative crap. These two long-time creative collaborators are staking their friendship on the ultimate test – an audience vote.
Part double act, part film lecture, part game show. You decide.
Presented by Act/React in partnership with Brisbane Powerhouse
DATE Thu 30 Nov–Sun 03 Dec TIME Thu–Sat 6pm, Sun 5pm VENUE Studio 53 ½ (Turbine Studio) DURATION 60 mins TICKETS $27 + transaction fee of $5.95
Suitable for ages 15+
COMEDYCABARET
Amy loves it. Natalie hates it.
Who’s right?
Be enticed into a world of cabaret glamour.
Image by Alexis Desaulniers-Lea Image by Mitch Reyes
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Part rave. Part interpretative dance. Part sermon. This award-winning comedy is an absolute hoot! Gaulier clown and brunch enthusiast Kaitlyn Rogers serves up some serious sassy realness in this comedy extravaganza praised by critics as ‘shameless’.
Presented by Nolsy Was Robbed Inc. in partnership with Brisbane Powerhouse
DATE Thu 30 Nov–Sun 03 Dec TIME Thu–Sat 9.15pm, Sun 8.15pm VENUE Studio 53 ½ (Turbine Studio) DURATION 60 mins TICKETS $25 (Early Bird, ends 08 Sep), $30 (f), $25 (c), $25 (Group 6+) + transaction fee of $5.95
Suitable for ages 15+ This production contains coarse language and smoke effects
Magician Pete Booth and mentalist Sean Mergard use the greatest tricks of mediums to conjure up the most famous killer ever. Will he emerge? Only one way to find out...
Along the way learn spooky illusions and peek behind the curtain at secrets of history’s most notorious paranormal peddlers.
Presented by Turning Tricks in partnership with Brisbane Powerhouse
DATE Thu 23–Sun 26 Nov TIME Thu–Sat 6pm, Sun 5pm VENUE Studio 53 ½ (Turbine Studio) DURATION 60 mins TICKETS $25 + transaction fee of $5.95
Suitable for ages 12+
COMEDYMAGIC
A sermon based on the memoirs of Whoopi Goldberg.
Mystics, maniacs and murderers.
Image by Dave D’ArcyImage by Normano Photography
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In a sleepy town where taking the easy path has become the norm, a father, on a whim, makes one small decision that changes everything.
This is a comedy of games, risks and dire consequences; where gambling on the prospect of love, is as tempting as lust and deception.
Presented by Genevieve Butler in partnership with Brisbane Powerhouse
DATE Thu 23–Sun 26 Nov TIME Thu–Sat 8pm, Sun 7.30pm VENUE Leopard Lodge (Graffiti Room) DURATION 60 mins TICKETS $25 (f), $22 (c) + transaction fee of $5.95
Suitable for ages 12+ accompanied by parent/guardian This production contains coarse language and adult themes
In the performing arts, every day is a battle between artistic integrity and selling out. Matthew vowed to sell out, or die trying.
Inspired by the incisive satire of George Carlin, Tim Minchin’s musical genius and questionable views espoused by certain politicians, this cabaret features everything you were taught NOT to discuss in polite company.
Presented by Heaven of Invention in partnership with Brisbane Powerhouse
DATE Thu 23–Sun 26 Nov TIME Thu–Sat 6.30pm, Sun 6pm VENUE Leopard Lodge (Graffiti Room) DURATION 60 mins TICKETS $26 (f), $25 (c), $24 (Group 6+) + transaction fee of $5.95
Suitable for ages 15+ This production contains coarse language
THEATRECABARET
Image by Kenn Santos Photography Image by Dani Cabs and Rhys Jones
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Monsteria is mischievous, monstrous, delicate, revengeful and ridiculous, distorting stereotypes, contorting body parts, revealing assumptions and fighting off expectations.
Playing with expectations of feminine bodies, Monsteria ask their audience, “What are you looking at?” and celebrate with them, the risky sleight of hand that is circus.
Presented by GUSH and Vulcana Women's Circus in partnership with Brisbane Powerhouse
DATE Thu 30 Nov–Sun 03 Dec TIME Thu–Sat 7.30pm, Sun 7pm VENUE Lighthouse (Stores Studio) DURATION 60 mins TICKETS $30 (f), $25 (c) + transaction fee of $5.95
Suitable for ages 15+ This production contains nudity
An accidental superhero, a lost journalist and a girl who doesn’t need saving. Michelle Zahner explores what we expect from heroes and what happens if we get it.
She asks the real questions: Why are there never pockets in lycra? How do heroes pay rent? And why isn’t there a word for a male damsel?
Presented by Vulcana Women's Circus in partnership with Brisbane Powerhouse
DATE Thu 30 Nov–Sun 3 Dec TIME Thu–Sat 9pm, Sun 8:30pm VENUE Lighthouse (Stores Studio) DURATION 60 mins TICKETS $25 (f), $20 (c) + transaction fee of $5.95
Suitable for ages 12+. This production contacts coarse language
CIRCUS COMEDY
Image by Suzon Fuks Image by Lorenzo Fantini
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QUT School of Design student collective The Dub, will construct a large scale installation made entirely from bamboo. Showcasing sustainable building techniques and utilising passive construction methods, this stunning installation from one of nature’s most efficient and beautiful building materials will delight and amaze. Watch the construction literally come to life.
Presented by Brisbane Powerhouse
DATE Thu 23 Nov–Sun 03 Dec VENUE Powerhouse Plaza TICKETS FREE
MUSIC INSTALLATION
Image by Markos Hughes
On Sunday 26 November, Tyrone Noonan hits Centre Court performing his most recent tracks – a potent mix of indie electro and post-modern pop.
Joining him is art-pop pioneer Pheno, bringing her 21st century science to the wild rhythms of Afro beat, indie rock and jazz.
On Sunday 03 December celebrate the launch of the new EP by Brisbane indie-folk band My Nightingale. Expect soul-soothing tunes with luscious vocal harmonies.
Also on the bill, experience acclaimed indie roots artist Jackie Marshall and her band. Jackie’s gutsy but tender vocal style (jokingly referred to as ‘Dolly Parton meets Patti Smith’), makes her a firm audience favourite in the Brisbane music scene.
DATE Sun 26 Nov, Sun 03 Dec TIME 3.30pm VENUE Centre Court (Turbine Platform) TICKETS FREE
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This exhibition will explore the characters and their abilities across all different forms of performance, from punk rock, circus, burlesque, dance, theatre and comedy.
Witness the rehearsals and the backstage antics all the way through to the post show come down. Ooh lah lah, it's SHOWTIME.
Presented by Brisbane Powerhouse
DATE 07 Nov–03 Dec VENUE Turbine Hall & Visy Foyer TICKETS FREE
Artwork is for sale via Brisbane Powerhouse Box Office
Sweaty and dirty, the performer emerges seeping with exhaustion and emotion. The Working Class emphasises the extreme, yet often euphoric, realities of artists working to challenge the status quo and confront issues of inequality, gender and more on the stages of the world’s largest arts festivals including Adelaide Fringe and Edinburgh Fringe.
Presented by Brisbane Powerhouse
DATE 21 Nov–03 Dec VENUE Mosquito Foyer TICKETS FREE
Artwork is for sale via Brisbane Powerhouse Box Office
VISUAL ARTS VISUAL ARTS
Ben Ely returns to Brisbane Powerhouse with
a collision of colour for his new exhibition, SHOWTIME!
Image by Ben Ely Image by Aaron Bradbrook
Edgy photography focusing on the moment
artists exit the stage.
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ONLINE wonderlandbrisbane.com.au
PHONE +61 7 3358 8600
IN PERSON Brisbane Powerhouse Box Office 119 Lamington Street, New Farm
BRISBANE POWERHOUSE BOX OFFICE HOURS Mon–Fri 9am–5pm, Sat 12–4pm, 60 min prior to performance
TRANSACTION FEES A transaction fee of $5.95 applies for all bookings
(online, mobile, over the phone or over the counter)
PARKINGBrisbane Powerhouse has 140 free car parks on site via Lamington Street.
During busy times, a one way link road is opened that connects New Farm Park carpark, which provides more than 200 additional car spaces. Secure bicycle racks are
available outside of the Stores and Turbine buildings. Please arrive early to secure a park.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTCITYCAT
The New Farm Park CityCat Jetty is a short 300m walk from Brisbane Powerhouse.
BUS The 195 and 196 bus services stop at the end of Brunswick Street at Oxlade Drive,
on the East side of New Farm Park. The 199 bus stops at Merthyr Road and Hawthorne Street. Both stops are a short walk away from Brisbane Powerhouse.
TAXI The taxi collect and drop-off area is in the car park.
A free taxi phone is located in the foyer opposite the box office.
DisclaimerEvery effort has been made to ensure program details are correct, however details are subject to change
where necessary and without notice. Please visit brisbanepowerhouse.org for all program updates.
Brochure design by Sean Dowling and Lauren Shannon
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WEEK ONE SHOWS PG VENUE THU 23 NOV
FRI 24 NOV
SAT 25 NOV
SUN 26 NOV
LIVESPARK 21 CENTRE COURT (TURBINE PLATFORM) 3.30pm
NEFARIOUS 18 STUDIO 53 ½ (TURBINE STUDIO) 6pm 6pm 6pm 5pm
WASTELAND 11 CENTRE COURT (TURBINE PLATFORM) 6pm 3.30pm
THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO MATTHEW 19 LEOPARD LODGE
(GRAFITTI ROOM) 6.30pm 6.30pm 6.30pm 6pm
WÜRST 07 MEMORY TANK (VISY THEATRE) 7.15pm 7.15pm 7.15pm
IN THE HEIGHTS 05 LOVE BOX (POWERHOUSE THEATRE) 7.30pm 7.30pm
1.30pm 7.30pm
1pm
THERE’S SOMETHING ABOUT MARY(S) 16 STUDIO 53 ½
(TURBINE STUDIO) 7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 6.30pm
FALLOT (fä-’lō) 12 CENTRE COURT (TURBINE PLATFORM) 7.45pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 7pm
A ROSE AMONG HORNS 19 LEOPARD LODGE (GRAFITTI ROOM) 8pm 8pm 8pm 7.30pm
RANDY WRITES A NOVEL 06 MEMORY TANK (VISY THEATRE) 9pm 9pm 9pm 7.45pm
MAMA ALTO: TORCH SONGS 17 STUDIO 53 ½
(TURBINE STUDIO) 9pm 9pm 9pm 8pm
VANGUARD BURLESQUE 13 CENTRE COURT (TURBINE PLATFORM) 9.30pm 9.30pm
VISUAL ART/INSTALLATIONS PG VENUE DATE
BEN ELY 22 TURBINE HALL & VISY FOYER 07 Nov–03 Dec
AARON BRADBROOK 22 MOSQUITO FOYER 21 Nov–03 Dec
BAMBUILD 06 21 POWERHOUSE PLAZA 23 Nov–03 Dec
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WEEK TWO SHOWS PG VENUE THU 30 NOV
FRI 01 DEC
SAT 02 DEC
SUN 03 DEC
LIVESPARK 21 CENTRE COURT (TURBINE PLATFORM) 3.30pm
WASTELAND 11 CENTRE COURT (TURBINE PLATFORM) 6pm 3.30pm
LOVE/HATE ACTUALLY 17 STUDIO 53 ½ (TURBINE STUDIO) 6pm 6pm 6pm 5pm
JAMIE MACDOWELL AND TOM THUM 02 LOVE BOX
(POWERHOUSE THEATRE) 7pm
ARJ BARKER: ORGANIC* 04 LOVE BOX (POWERHOUSE THEATRE) 7pm 7pm 5pm
ELIZABETH 1 09 MEMORY TANK (VISY THEATRE) 7.15pm 7.15pm 6pm
BROKEN ROMANTICS: EMMA DEAN 08 MEMORY TANK
(VISY THEATRE) 7.15pm
NATH VALVO: NOT IN THIS HOUSE 16 STUDIO 53 ½
(TURBINE STUDIO) 7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 6.30pm
THE WIVES OF WOLFGANG 15 CENTRE COURT (TURBINE PLATFORM) 8pm 8pm 7pm
MONSTERIA 20 LIGHTHOUSE (STORES STUDIO) 7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 7pm
MODERN GUIDE TO HEROISM & SIDEKICKERY 20 LIGHTHOUSE
(STORES STUDIO) 9pm 9pm 9pm 8.30pm
BOMBSHELL BURLESQUE: VIVA BRISVEGAS! 10 MEMORY TANK
(VISY THEATRE) 9pm 9pm 9pm
CAN I GET AN AMEN?! 18 STUDIO 53 ½ (TURBINE STUDIO) 9.15pm 9.15pm 9.15pm 8.15pm
RESTING B*TCH FACE 14 CENTRE COURT (TURBINE PLATFORM) 9.30pm 9.30pm
WEEK THREE SHOWS PG VENUE TUE 05 DEC
WED 06 DEC
THU 07 DEC
FRI 08 DEC
SAT 09 DEC
SUN 10 DEC
ARJ BARKER: ORGANIC* 04LOVE BOX (POWERHOUSE THEATRE)
7pm 7pm 7pm 7pm 7pm 5pm
WEEK FOUR SHOWS PG VENUE TUE 12 DEC
WED 13 DEC
THU 14 DEC
FRI 15 DEC
SAT 16 DEC
SUN 17 DEC
ARJ BARKER: ORGANIC* 04LOVE BOX (POWERHOUSE THEATRE)
7pm 7pm 7pm 7pm 7pm 5pm
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Wonderland Festival is generously supported by Brisbane Powerhouse Associates. Want to know more about becoming an Associate? Help to shape the future of Brisbane Powerhouse and support local artists by calling (07) 3358 8615.
BRISBANE POWERHOUSE IS BRISBANE CITY COUNCIL’S CENTRE FOR LIVE ARTS AND CONTEMPORARY PERFORMING ARTS CREATING NEW LIFESTYLE AND LEISURE OPPORTUNITIES IN A SAFE CITY.
WATT has created a wondrous dining experience to whet your appetite for the party that is Wonderland Festival.
All cocktail jugs $30
From the BarRuben bagel $15
Duck, fennel and orange salad $15
Restaurant2 courses $40 | 3 course $55
07 3358 5464