SHOWS 2017
THE SPOTLIGHT THEATRICAL COMPANY
January 4,5,6,7,9,10,11,12,13,14 - 2017
2 shows daily 10:30am & 2:00pm
RAPUNZEL – a hairy fairy story
Written and Directed by Terri Woodfine
A Pantomime for the entire family based on the Brothers Grimm much loved fairytale.
BASEMENT THEATRE
THE SPOTLIGHT THEATRICAL COMPANY
185-187 Ashmore Road Benowa
BOOK 07 5539 4255
ONLINE www.spotlighttheatre.com.au
QUEENSLAND THEATRE OF PUPPETRY
9th January- 20th January 2017
UNDER THE SEA
Written and Directed Phil Bell
MacIntosh Island Theatre Main Beach
No Bookings (pay at Door) $6-00 per head
Two shows daily: 9.30 and 11am
Website: www.qtop.org.au
Ph: 0413043898 - Facebook- QTOP
GOLD COAST JAZZ & BLUES CLUB
Friday 13th January
INGRID JAMES
sings
THE GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK
Paradise Showroom
The Arts Centre, Gold Coast
Members $25 Visitors $30
Bar/Bistro open 6pm Show time 7.30pm
BOOK: www.goldcoastjazzclub.com
BALLINA PLAYERS
January 13th to January 22nd 2017
SHREK THE MUSICAL JR
Based on the DreamWorks Animation Motion Picture and the Book by William Steig
Book and Lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire
Music by Jeanine Tesori
Originally produced on Broadway by DreamWorks Theatricals and Neal Street Productions
Original Production Directed by Jason Moore and Rob Ashford.
“I’m a Believer” by Neil Diamond
Permission by Music Theatre International
Director – Geoff Marsh
Assistant Director/Choreographer – Sarah Shanahan
Musical Directors – Leanne Broadley and Jordan Stotter
Production Manager Lyn Gale
PLAYERS THEATRE
24 Swift Street, Ballina
Tickets are available from JUST FUNKIN’ MUSIC 124 River St Ballina 6686 2440 BOOK ONLINE: www.ballinaplayers.com.au
LAUNCH & LUNCH
GOLD COAST THEATRE ALLIANCE INC
Saturday January 21st 2017 11.30 am - 3.30 pm
LAUNCH & LUNCH
Convenor: Annie Lotocki
Celebrate with the Alliance at our Launch and Lunch
VENUE: CURRUMBIN BEACH VIKINGS SLSC
741 Pacific Parade
Currumbin, QLD 4223
Hero Awards will be presented and all shows for 2017 officially launched.
TICKETS: $35 inclusive of lunch and venue hire; Cash Bar;
Stair access only. BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL
BOOKINGS CLOSE 10th January 2017 for catering purposes
BOOK: 07 5530 8337
JAVEENBAH THEATRE COMPANY INC.
27TH January – 11th February 2017
8pm & 2pm (Matinees Sunday)
NIGHT MOTHER
By Marsha Norman
Directed by Barry Gibson
And I told you!...The gun is for me!...I’m going to kill myself, mama!
Shoot myself. In a couple of hours.
By arrangement with Hal Leonard Australia Pty ltd,
On behalf of the Dramatists play service inc. New York
Cnr Stevens & Ferry Streets, Nerang
BOOK ONLINE: www.javeenbah.org.au
Auditions: October 16th 2016
GOLD COAST LITTLE THEATRE
4 February 2017 to 4 March 2017 – Thurs to Sat 8pm Mat Sun 6,13,20,27 at 2pm
BACK TO THE 80’S – the totally awesome musical
by Neil Gooding with original musical adaption by Scott Copeman
Directed by Andrew Ross Graham
From the era that brought the world The Rubik’s Cube, Max Headroom and The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, comes this “totally awesome” musical in the style of movies such as Back To The Future, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, The Karate Kid and The Wedding Singer. Join the graduating class of William Ocean High School as they live through their final senior year – as they experience the fun, the heartbreak, the loves and the loneliness of growing up….all set to the biggest hits of the 80’s!
21A Scarborough Street, Southport
BOOK: 5532 2096 or
ONLINE: www.gclt.com.au
Auditions: Sunday 6th November, 9.00 am. 4A, 149 Old Pacific H’way, OXENFORD. Enquiries: backtothe80sgclt@gmail.com
TUGUN THEATRE COMPANY
February 9,10,11,16,17,18,24,25,26 7.30pm Qld
Mats .February 11,18 2pm
WAIT UNTIL DARK
By FREDERICK KNOTT
Directed by ANNIE LOTOCKI
Murder, secret identities, and a switchblade named Geraldine set the stage for this knuckle -duster thriller that will have you glued to your seat. Susie Hendrix, a blind woman, lives with her husband photographer Sam in a basement flat in London. Returning from business on the continent, Sam unknowingly smuggles a musical doll into England. However, when the doll goes missing and a woman is murdered, a mystery begins to unravel that leaves Susie tangled up with a ruthless con man and two henchmen that invade her flat. A battle of wits ensues and Susie finds herself alone, except for the help from her young neighbour Gloria, in a deadly game of cat and mouse. Audrey Hepburn in an unforgettable performance was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actress in 1967 in the film based on the play.
Tugun Village Community Centre, Coolangatta Rd, Tugun
BOOKINGS 0449 788 486
November 14th 2016
THE SPOTLIGHT THEATRICAL COMPANY
10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 FEBRUARY 7:30pm
2, 3, 4 MARCH – 7:30pm
19, 26 FEBRUARY 2:00pm MATINEE
SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER The Musical
Based on the Paramount/RSO Film and the story by Nik Cohn.
Adapted for the stage by Robert Stigwood and assisted by Bill Oakes.
Edited by Ryan McBryde
DIRECTED BY CLAY ENGLISH
MUSICAL DIRECTION BY JULIE WHITING
By Arrangement with David Spicer Productions www.davidspicer.com.
Based on the 1970’s cult film that launched John Travolta’s career, Saturday Night Fever The Musical will transport you back to a time of flared pants, platform shoes and disco. Set to a soundtrack of The Bee Gee’s classics such as Night Fever and Stayin’ Alive, Saturday Night Fever follows the story of 19-year-old Tony Manero who lives a dim life, that is, until he hits the dance floor. With the help of music and dance, A tale of love and passion Saturday Night Fever The Musical is sure to leave you disco dancing all night long.
THE SPOTLIGHT THEATRICAL COMPANY
185-187 Ashmore Road Benowa
BOOK 07 5539 4255
ONLINE www.spotlighttheatre.com.au
GOLD COAST JAZZ & BLUES CLUB
Friday 10th February 2017
JOHN BRABEN's
CLASSIC JAZZ ENSEMBLE
Plays the music of King Oliver and Jelly Roll Morton
Paradise Showroom
The Arts Centre, Gold Coast
Members $25 Visitors $30
Bar/Bistro open 6pm Show time 7.30pm
BOOK: www.goldcoastjazzclub.com
GOLD COAST LITTLE THEATRE
9 March 2017 to 12 March 2017 – Thurs – Sat 8pm; Mat Sat 11th and Sun 12 at 2pm
One Act Play Season
SHORT AND DANGEROUS
Co-ordinator: Lyn Smith
21A Scarborough Street, Southport
BOOK: 5532 2096 or
ONLINE: www.gclt.com.au
Auditions: Date and Time to be advised. Molly’s.
Enquiries: lynmarysmith2002@yahoo.com.au
THE SPOTLIGHT THEATRICAL COMPANY
CABARET SEASON 1
9, 10, 11, 12 MARCH 2017
THE SPOTLIGHT THEATRICAL COMPANY
185-187 Ashmore Road Benowa
BOOK 07 5539 4255
ONLINE www.spotlighttheatre.com.au
MURWILLUMBAH THEATRE COMPANY
17 March – April 2 2017
7.30pm & 2pm (Sunday matinees)
REAL INSPECTOR HOUND
Written by Tom Stoppard
Opening night: 17 march 2017, 18/3 the 24 & 25, then 31/3 & 1/4 @ 7.30pm. Sundays 26/3 & 2/4 @ 2pm, All shows at Murwillumbah Civic Centre
Book online: www.murwillumbahtheatrecompany.com
Enquiries: 6672 6753
Auditions Monday 19 December 2016 @ 7.00pm @ Murwillumbah Civic Centre
GOLD COAST JAZZ & BLUES CLUB
Friday 17th March 2017
THE EMMA PASK TRIO
Paradise Showroom
The Arts Centre, Gold Coast
Members $25 Visitors $30
Bar/Bistro open 6pm Show time 7.30pm
BOOK: www.goldcoastjazzclub.com
JAVEENBAH THEATRE COMPANY INC.
24th March – 8th April 2017
8pm & 2pm (Matinees Sunday)
SWEET ROAD
By Debra Oswald
Directed by Gaye Gay
Sweet Road is an Australian play by award-winning playwright and scriptwriter, Debra Oswald, who is probably best known as the author of the TV series Offspring and The Secret Life Of Us.Sweet Road shows us a ‘slice of life’ about a collection of diverse characters, as they set off on road trips through the Australian outback. Some of the travellers are trying blindly to find their destinations, while others are trying to find a highway to anywhere. Full of vitality and good humour, the dialogue and action is entertaining and dramatic, sometimes poignant, ultimately moving and uplifting, as it reflects the great variety of the Australian landscape, culture and character.
Cnr Stevens & Ferry Streets, Nerang
BOOK ONLINE: www.javeenbah.org.au
BOOK: (07) 5596 0300
GROUP BOOKINGS: 0411 859 553
Audition 2pm Sun 11th Dec 2016
THE SPOTLIGHT THEATRICAL COMPANY
24, 25, 30, 31 MARCH – 7:30pm
1, 6, 7, 8 APRIL – 7:30pm
26 MARCH, 2, 9, APRIL – 2:00pn MATINEES
BOYBAND – The Musical
Written by PETER QUILTER
Directed by KATIE STEUART-ROBINS
Musical Director MATT PEARSON
Boy Band - The Musical follows the turbulent chart-topping rise and fall of fame of fictitious boyband Freedom. Featuring songs from favourite boy bands such as Take That, The Backstreet Boys, Westlife and more; it takes a lighthearted look at the grit behind the glamour of the pop industry.
As the band begins to self destruct, only fast thinking can keep the five boys together.
An Amateur Production BY ARRANGEMENT WITH ORiGiN™ THEATRICAL, ON BEHALF OF SAMUEL FRENCH, LTD.
THE SPOTLIGHT THEATRICAL COMPANY
185-187 Ashmore Road Benowa
BOOK 07 5539 4255
ONLINE www.spotlighttheatre.com.au
Auditions: May 11th
BALLINA PLAYERS
24th March – 2nd April 2017
BLITHE SPIRIT
By Noel Coward
The smash comedy hit of the London and Broadway stages, this much-revived classic from the playwright of Private Lives offers up fussy, cantakerous novelist Charles Condomine, re-married but haunted (literally) by the ghost of his late first wife, the clever and insistent Elvira who is called up by a visiting "happy medium", one Madame Arcati.
Permission by Samuel French
Directed by Fran Legge
PLAYERS THEATRE
24 Swift Street, Ballina
Tickets are available from JUST FUNKIN’ MUSIC 124 River St Ballina 6686 2440 BOOK ONLINE: www.ballinaplayers.com.au
Audition: 5th December
GOLD COAST YOUTH ORCHESTRA
Sun 26 March, 2 .00 PM
CONCERT IN SPRING
Little Big Band, Big Band, String Orchestra, Junior Symphony, Youth Symphony
$10 adults; $5 students; under 12 years free. Tickets at the door.
GC Youth Orchestra Building, 7 Community Drive, Ashmore 4214
Enquiries: Call 0423 148 992.
NORTHERN RIVERS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Sunday 26th March 2017
Time: 2.30pm NSW time (1.30pm QLD time)
MUSICAL TREASURES
Conducted by: Spiros Rantos
Tweed Heads Civic Centre
Brett St, Tweed Heads, NSW 2485
Book online www.nrso.com.au
Phone: 0466 819 154
QUEENSLAND THEATRE OF PUPPETRY
3rd April - 13th April 2017
CHARLOTTE’S WEB
Directed by Phil Bell
MacIntosh Island Theatre Main Beach
No Bookings (pay at Door) $6-00 per head
two shows daily 9-30 and 11am
Website: www.qtop.org.au
Ph: 0413043898 - Facebook- QTOP
GOLD COAST JAZZ & BLUES CLUB
Friday 7th April 2017
TBA
Paradise Showroom
The Arts Centre, Gold Coast
Members $25 Visitors $30
Bar/Bistro open 6pm Show time 7.30pm
BOOK: www.goldcoastjazzclub.com
TWEED THEATRE COMPANY
April 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, 30
Fri & Sat 7.30pm Matinees 2pm
BROADWAY BLOCKBUSTERS IN CONCERT
Directed by Tracey Kris
Featuring many audience favourites from Broadway, this show endeavours to present songs from many varied composers such as COLE PORTER, KANDER AND EBB, LLOYD WEBBER, ALAN MENKIN (DISNEY), SONDHEIM, RODGERS AND HAMMERSTEIN etc. from shows like WICKED, LES MISERABLE, THE PRODUCERS, ALLADIN, COMPANY, RENT, OKLAHOMA, SPAMALOT, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, FUNNY GIRL just to name a few.
Featuring the coast's finest leading vocalists; a featured dance ensemble; senior ensemble of singers and a special junior chorus in both solo, small ensemble and full company choral chorus - the production will be presented in spectacular full Concert format. An event not to be missed.
Tweed Heads Civic Centre
Wharf Street, Tweed Heads
BOOK ONLINE: www.tweedtheatre.com.au
PH: 1800 674 414
Auditions: Sunday 12th February 2017 at St. Monica's Church Hall Golden Four Drive Tugun
1.00 pm Singers and 3.00 pm Dancers Qld time
THE SPOTLIGHT THEATRICAL COMPANY
5, 6, 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 27 MAY – 7:30pm
14, 21 MAY – 2:00pm MATINEES
JEKYLL AND HYDE – The Musical
Conceived for the stage by STEVE CUDEN and FRANK WILDHORN
Book and Lyrics by LESLIE BRICUSSE
Music by FRANK WILDHORN
Orchestrations by KIM SCHARNBERG
Arrangements by JASON HOWLAND
Directed by ANDREW COCKROFT-PENMAN
Musical Director SHARI WARD
Jekyll and Hyde tells the horrific tale of not one man but two. Set in 19th century
London Jekyll and Hyde follows Dr Henry Jekyll, a man who is intent on finding out why a man is both good and evil. In order to find out how one possesses both, Dr Jekyll conducts an experiment. An experiment that may lead to the gravest of consequences. With iconic songs such as Alive, Someone Like You and This Is The Moment, Jekyll and Hyde is sure to leave you curious as to what is behind the façade.
Licensed exclusively by Music Theatre International (Australasia).
All performance materials supplied by Hal Leonard Australia.
THE SPOTLIGHT THEATRICAL COMPANY
185-187 Ashmore Road Benowa
BOOK 07 5539 4255
ONLINE www.spotlighttheatre.com.au
Auditions: February 12th
GOLD COAST LITTLE THEATRE
6 May 2017 to 27 May 2017 – Thurs to Sat 8pm; Mat: Sun 7,14,21 at 2pm
CROWN MATRIMONIAL
By Royce Ryton
Directed by Kate Peters
The hinge of the play is Edward V111’s determination to marry a divorced woman, his conviction that without her he could not do his job (bringing the monarchy into the twentieth century), and his readiness to sacrifice his kingship and his family, especially his brother, the diffident and stammering young man who must succeed him. You’ll find theatrical excitement in this conflict of love and duty in which unexpected strengths and weaknesses are discovered. This is a gripping and thought-provoking play, shot through with flashes of dry humour. Its championship of decorum, duty and stiff upper lip seems astonishingly attractive.
21A Scarborough Street, Southport
BOOK: 5532 2096 or
ONLINE: www.gclt.com.au
Auditions: Sunday 5th February, 2017. 10.30 to 12.00 noon.
Enquiries: peterslk@iprimus.com.au
TUGUN THEATRE COMPANY
May 11,12,13,18,19,20,25,26,27 - 7.30pm
Mat: May 13, 20 - 2pm
SYLVIA
By A.R.GURNEY
Directed by DAVID FRASER
Tugun Village Community Centre, Coolangatta Rd, Tugun
BOOKINGS 0449 788 486
AUDITION DATE MONDAY FEBRUARY 13th 7pm at Hall
GOLD COAST JAZZ & BLUES CLUB
Friday 12th May 2017
RUBY PAGE QUINTET
Paradise Showroom
The Arts Centre, Gold Coast
Members $25 Visitors $30
Bar/Bistro open 6pm Show time 7.30pm
BOOK: www.goldcoastjazzclub.com
NEPTUNE MUSICAL PRODUCTIONS Inc.
May 12th, 13th, 19th, 20th at 7.30pm Cabaret,
May 13th, 14th Mothers Day BYO LUNCH; 20th 21st 1.00pm Matinee
DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
Music by Alan Menken
Lyrics by Howard Ashman and Tim Rice
Book by Linda Woolverton
Permission Music Theatre International (Australasia)
Tweed Heads Civic & Cultural Centre
Wharf Street, Tweed Heads
Book ONLINE, OR GROUP ph.07.55362446
JAVEENBAH THEATRE COMPANY INC.
26th May – 10th June 2017
8pm & 2pm (Matinees Sunday)
THE KINGFISHER
By William Douglas Home
Directed by Nathan Schulz
With echoes of P.G Wodehouse, this effervescent romantic comedy takes a light-hearted look at the lives and loves of three fascinating characters. As he peruses The Times obituaries, famous writer Cecil Warbton makes a discovery that has him whistling in the bath! At last, the dull Reggie Townsend has died, widowing the only woman that Cecil truly loved... and lost. With only one thing on his mind – matrimony – he arranges to meet Evelyn under the same tree in his garden where he kissed her years earlier. A comedy of manners and a study of concealed emotions... and loves of three fascinating characters.This delightful comedy first starred Rex Harrison and Claudette Colbert on Broadway.
An amateur production, by arrangement with Origin
Theatrical on behalf of Samuel French ltd.
Cnr Stevens & Ferry Streets, Nerang
BOOK ONLINE: www.javeenbah.org.au
BOOK: (07) 5596 0300
GROUP BOOKINGS: 0411 859 553
Audition 2pm Sun 19th Feb 2017
MURWILLUMBAH THEATRE COMPANY
26 May – 11 June
7.30pm & 2pm (Sunday matinees)
TRAVELLING NORTH
Written by David Williamson
Opening night : Fri 26/5 & 27/5 & 2/6 & 3/6 & 9/6 & 10/6 @ 7.30pm Sundays 4/6 & 11/6 @ 2pm. All shows at Murwillumbah Civic Centre
Book online: www.murwillumbahtheatrecompany.com
Enquiries: 6672 6753
Auditions Monday 7th March 2017 @ 7pm at Murwillumbah Civic Centre
GOLD COAST YOUTH ORCHESTRA
Sat 27 May 6.00 PM
JAM ‘N JAZZ NIGHT
Big Bands
$20 adults; $10 students; includes nobbles and glass of wine or soft drink.
Pre Purchase tickets required
Call 0423 148 992.
GC Youth Orchestra Building, 7 Community Drive, Ashmore 4214
Enquiries: Call 0423 148 992.
VOICES IN PARADISE
May 27th 2017 at 7pm
THE A CAPELLA REVOLUTION
Presented by The Blenders
Workshop 10am - 5pm May 27th 2017
Concert 7pm May 27th 2017
Level 4 G40, Health Drive, Griffith University
Gold Coast Campus.
Enquiry & Booking:
Phone: 0407 933 305
Email: info@voicesinparadise.com.au
CABARET SEASON 2
1,2,3,4 JUNE 2017
THE SPOTLIGHT THEATRICAL COMPANY
185-187 Ashmore Road Benowa
BOOK 07 5539 4255
ONLINE www.spotlighttheatre.com.au
GOLD COAST YOUTH ORCHESTRA
Sun 4th June, 2 .00 PM
MID YEAR CONCERT
Performances by: String Orchestra, Junior Symphony
$10 adults; $5 students; under 12 years free. Tickets at the door.
GC Youth Orchestra Building, 7 Community Drive, Ashmore 4214
Enquiries: Call 0423 148 992.
GOLD COAST JAZZ & BLUES CLUB
Friday 9th June 2017
SINATRA SPECTACULAR
Swing Central Jazz Band
Featuring
BRAD LEAVER
Paradise Showroom
The Arts Centre, Gold Coast
Members $25 Visitors $30
Bar/Bistro open 6pm Show time 7.30pm
BOOK: www.goldcoastjazzclub.com
GOLD COAST YOUTH ORCHESTRA
Sun 11th June 2 .00 PM
CONCERT WITH YOUTH SYMPHONY ADVANCED MUSICIANS
Performance by: Youth Symphony
Entry: $10 adults; $5 students; under 12 years free. Tickets at the door.
GC Youth Orchestra Building, 7 Community Drive, Ashmore 4214
Enquiries: Call 0423 148 992.
BALLINA PLAYERS
16th June – 9th July 2017
JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOUR DREAMCOAT
Lyrics by Tim Rice Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber
Directed by Paul Belsham
The Biblical saga of Joseph and his coat of many colours comes to vibrant life in this delightful musical parable. Joseph, his father’s favourite son, is a boy blessed with prophetic dreams. When he is sold into slavery by his jealous brothers and taken to Egypt, Joseph endures a series of adventures in which his spirit and humanity are continually challenged.
Permission by Origin Theatrical
PLAYERS THEATRE
24 Swift Street, Ballina
Tickets are available from JUST FUNKIN’ MUSIC 124 River St Ballina 6686 2440 BOOK ONLINE: www.ballinaplayers.com.au
QUEENSLAND THEATRE OF PUPPETRY
26th June - 7th July 2017
RAPUNZEL
Directed by Phil Bell
MacIntosh Island Theatre Main Beach
No Bookings (pay at Door) $6-00 per head
Two shows daily at 9.30 and 11am
Website: www.qtop.org.au
Ph: 0413043898 - Facebook- QTOP
THE SPOTLIGHT THEATRICAL COMPANY
28, 29, 30 JUNE 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 JULY
PLANET OF THE NEBULONS
A Stellar Pantomime
Written and Directed by AIDEN OSSOVANI
Cosmo is missing! Young Billy and his wacky uncle Albert must travel through time and space to rescue their prized pooch, but not before encountering aliens, evil robots, and transdimensional space monsters. Meanwhile, the evil Lord Ender plans to seize the mysterious Galactic Orb and take control of the entire universe, with the help of his bumbling companions Mac and PC. Our only hope is an innocent, alien girl named Starla ... and she needs your help! Can Billy and uncle Albert retrieve the canine Cosmo? Will Lord Ender unlock the infinite power of the Galactic Orb? Has Starla got what it takes to save the universe? Find out in this epic tale of cosmic adventure!
THE SPOTLIGHT THEATRICAL COMPANY
BASEMENT THEATRE
185-187 Ashmore Road Benowa
BOOK 07 5539 4255
ONLINE www.spotlighttheatre.com.au
Auditions: April 9th
GOLD COAST LITTLE THEATRE
1 July to 29 July 2017 – Thurs to Sat 8pm; Mat Sun 2,9,16,23 at 2pm
70 GIRLS 70
From a book by Fred Ebb and Norman L Martin, adapted by Joe Masteroff, Lyrics by Fred Ebb and Music by John Kander
Directed By Roger McKenzie
After the tremendous success of Cabaret, Kander and Ebb created this delightful musical about a group of elderly citizens who learn that the long term hotel they live in is to be sold off. To save the hotel, the seniors form a gang and steal furs from well-known New York stores. In the process they regain their zest for life. A poignant, hilarious and very enjoyable show.
21A Scarborough Street, Southport
BOOK: 5532 2096 or
ONLINE: www.gclt.com.au
Orientation: 18th March
Auditions: Saturday 25th March 2017, on stage, 2.00 pm.
Enquiries: ozimacr@bigpond.net.au
NORTHERN RIVERS ORCHESTRA
Sunday 16th July 2017
2.30pm
FROM THE NEW WORLD
Conducted by: Warwick Potter
Tweed Heads Civic Centre
Brett St, Tweed Heads, NSW 2485
Book online www.nrso.com.au
Phone: 0466 819 154
TWEED THEATRE COMPANY INC
Opens August 4,
Friday and Saturdays at 7.30pm and Sundays 2.00pm (EST)
AUSTRALIA DAY
By Jonathan Biggins
Director: Coral Kelly
By arrangement with David Spicer Productions www.davidspicer.com.au
The country town of Coriole's Australian Day Committee is
gearing up to put on the town’s biggest party – but they have a few issues of their own to sort out first. Nothing is sacred as the national identity is put through the ringer in this thoroughly modern ripper of a comedy!
Tweed Heads Civic and Cultural Centre -
Cnr Wharf and Brett Streets, Tweed Heads, NSW
Booking Online at www.tweedtheatre.com.au
Phone: 1800 674 414
At either the Tweed or Murwillumbah Information Centres
At the door on date of performance
JAVEENBAH THEATRE COMPANY INC.
21st July – 5th August 2017
BILLY LIAR
By Keith Waterhouse & Willis Hall
Directed by Dawn China
Set in the early 1960s, Billy Liar is unavoidably a play of its time. Yet, it’s also a play for our time, depicting the hyperactive imagination of a young man who is prone to inventing and telling lies to avoid his humdrum Northern family and job as a clerk in a funeral home. He dreams of life in the big city as a scriptwriter to “Danny Boon”, yet in reality his lies have got him engaged to three different girls. For Billy, an energetic mind makes his life tolerable but well-nigh intolerable for all around him. Billy Liar is black comedy at its best, and who could forget the 1963 film starring Tom Courteney and Julie Christie.
An amateur production, by arrangement with Origin
Theatrical on behalf of Samuel French ltd.
Cnr Stevens & Ferry Streets, Nerang
BOOK ONLINE: www.javeenbah.org.au
BOOK: (07) 5596 0300
GROUP BOOKINGS: 0411 859 553
Audition 10am Sat 8th April 2017
THE SPOTLIGHT THEATRICAL COMPANY
28, 29, JULY – 7:30pm
3, 4, 5, 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, 19 AUGUST – 7:30pm
6, 13 AUGUST – 2:00pm MATINEES
9 TO 5 – The Musical
Music By Dolly Parton Lyrics & Book by Patricia Resnick
Based on the 20th Century Fox Picture
Originally produced on Broadway by Robert Greenblatt, April 2009
DIRECTOR/CHOREOGRAPHER – JAMIE WATT
MUSICAL DIRECTOR – PETER LAUGHTON
Based on the 1980 comedy film starring Dolly Parton, 9 to 5 is a musical
about love, revenge and finding yourself. With a score penned entirely by
Parton, it follows Judy Bernly, a newly divorced woman who is having to
tackle the workforce for the first time in her life. With the help of her new
friends Violet and Doralee, the trio make a plan to fight for equality and to
overcome their heartless boss. With catchy country inspired tunes, 9 to 5 is a feel good show that will leave you tapping your toes and asking yourself, “What would Dolly do?”
Licensed exclusively by Music Theatre International (Australasia). All performance materials supplied by Hal Leonard Australia.
THE SPOTLIGHT THEATRICAL COMPANY
185-187 Ashmore Road Benowa www.spotlighttheatre.com.au
AUDITION DATE 7TH MAY 2017
TUGUN THEATRE COMPANY
August 10,11,12,17,18,19,24,25,26 - 7.30pm
Mat:. August 12,19 - 2pm
THE UNINVITED
By TIM KELLY
Directed by RIANNA HARTNEY-SMITH
Tugun Village Community Centre, Coolangatta Rd, Tugun
BOOKINGS 0449 788 486
AUDITION DATE MONDAY MAY 15th 7pm at Hall
GOLD COAST YOUTH ORCHESTRA
Fri 11th August 7 .00 PM
CONCERT IN PARTNERSHIP WITH QUEENSLAND YOUTH ORCHESTRA
Youth Symphony and Queensland Youth Orchestra
$10 adults; $5 students; under 12 years free. Tickets at the door.
GC Youth Orchestra Building, 7 Community Drive, Ashmore 4214
Enquiries: Call 0423 148 992.
GOLD COAST YOUTH ORCHESTRA
Thurs 17 August 4.45 PM
BRING YOUR OWN FABULOUS SENIOR – OPEN REHEARSAL
Groups in rehearsal: String Orchestra, Junior Symphony
Free of charge
GC Youth Orchestra Building, 7 Community Drive, Ashmore 4214
Enquiries: Call 0423 148 992.
GOLD COAST JAZZ & BLUES CLUB
SWING SPECTACULAR
ANDY FIRTH
NOVA SWING JAZZ BAND Vocalist Julie Watson
The music of Benny Goodman, Arty Shaw and Glenn Miller
FRIDAY 18th AUGUST
Bistro opens at 6pm; Music 7.30 pm.
Gold Coast Arts Centre
Paradise Showroom
CABARET SEASON 3
24, 25, 26, 27 AUGUST 2017
THE SPOTLIGHT THEATRICAL COMPANY
185-187 Ashmore Road Benowa
BOOK 07 5539 4255
ONLINE www.spotlighttheatre.com.au
GOLD COAST LITTLE THEATRE
2 to 23 September 2017 – Thurs – Sat 8pm Mat Sun: 3,10,17 at 2pm
LADY WINDERMERE’S FAN
By Oscar Wilde
Directed by Rob Horton
A society woman believes her husband is having an affair, a misconception which may have dire personal consequences for all involved. One of Oscar Wilde’s first social comedies.
21A Scarborough Street, Southport
BOOK: 5532 2096 or
ONLINE: www.gclt.com.au
Auditions: Sunday 25th June, 2017. Molly’s 10.00 am
Enquiries: horton_rm@hotmail.com
BALLINA PLAYERS
8th - 24th Sep 2017
THE MARVELLOUS WONDERETTES
Written & Created by Roger Bean
Musical Arrangements by Brian William Baker Orchestrations by Michael Borth
Vocal Arrangements by Roger Bean & Brian William Baker
Directed by Paul Belsham
This smash off-Broadway hit takes you to the 1958 Springfield High School prom where we meet Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy, and Suzy, four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts! As we learn about their lives and loves, the girls serenade us with classic ‘50s hits including “Lollipop,” “Dream Lover,” “Stupid Cupid,” and “Lipstick on Your Collar.” Featuring over 30 classic ’50s and ’60s hits
Performance rights for The Marvelous Wonderettes are handled exclusively by
Steele Spring Stage Rights, (323) 739-0413, www.stagerights.com
PLAYERS THEATRE
24 Swift Street, Ballina
Tickets are available from JUST FUNKIN’ MUSIC 124 River St Ballina 6686 2440 BOOK ONLINE: www.ballinaplayers.com.au
GOLD COAST YOUTH ORCHESTRA
Sun 10th September 2.00 PM
CONCERT IN SPRING
Performances by: Little Big Band, Big Band, String Orchestra, Junior Symphony
Entry: $10 adults; $5 students; under 12 years free. Tickets at the door.
GC Youth Orchestra Building, 7 Community Drive, Ashmore 4214
Enquiries: Call 0423 148 992.
JAVEENBAH THEATRE COMPANY INC.
15th – 30th September 2017
I REMEMBER YOU
Created by Gai Byrne
Directed by Gai Byrne
A musical revue which showcases the Hit Parades from the Fabulous 1950s through to the Swinging 1960s. With Parody Advertisements in the “Satire” style genre threaded throughout the show. We will hear major hits from such artists as Neil Sedaka, Bobby Daren, Connie Francis, and The Platters, and some one hit wonders! Songs that were one “Million” best sellers such as the title of our show, “I Remember You”, sung by Frank Ifield in 1964.This show is sure to evoke memories from our older audiences and introduce these fun and stirring songs to our younger audiences. We will meet amongst others an Iconic 1950s housewife and a trio of swinging sixties in our adverts. A show full of entertainment that will leave you with a smile on your dial and a song in your hearts. I Remember You is a must-see.
Cnr Stevens & Ferry Streets, Nerang
BOOK ONLINE: www.javeenbah.org.au
BOOK: (07) 5596 0300
GROUP BOOKINGS: 0411 859 553
Audition 2pm Sun 18th June 2017
THE SPOTLIGHT THEATRICAL COMPANY
15, 16, 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, 30 SEPTEMBER – 7:30pm
17, 24 SEPTEMBER, 1 OCTOBER– 2:00pm MATINEES
TAKE A CHANCE ON ME
By Roger Hall
DIRECTED BY HELEN MADEN
“None of them ever thought it would come to this.”
The table of six grown men and women never did think their lives would lead them to being single at their age, let alone paying to attend singles dinners in the hope of meeting someone else who is just as lonely as themselves. Each with their own very large suitcase of emotional baggage, they have to face the obstacles of the dating game where the rules have completely changed since they were all young.
THE SPOTLIGHT THEATRICAL COMPANY
185-187 Ashmore Road Benowa
BOOK 07 5539 4255
ONLINE www.spotlighttheatre.com.au
AUDITION DATE 18th JUNE 2017
GOLD COAST YOUTH ORCHESTRA
Sun 17th September 2.00 PM
PIANO SPECTACULAR
Sun 17th September 2.00 PM
Pianists from the Gold Coast region will enthrall
Entry: $15; under 12 years free. Tickets at the door.
GC Youth Orchestra Building, 7 Community Drive, Ashmore 4214
Enquiries: Call 0423 148 992
SEPT 21-30 (Thurs - Sat): 2 pm / SEPT 23, 30 (Sat): 6 pm
SCALLYWAGS: A PIRATE ADVENTURE - Panto -
Written/Directed by Kate Tardy
TAMBORINE MOUNTAIN LITTLE THEATRE
Zamia Theatre, 22 Main St TAMBORINE MOUNTAIN
Book www.tmlt.com.au
DOUBLE MASK YOUTH THEATRE
7.30pm Friday 22nd and 2pm & 7.30pm Saturday 23rd September 2017.
SUNBEAM ISLAND AUTOMOTIVE
A brand new musical! When a Russian astronaut crashes into the ocean outside of Sunbeam Island during the summer of 1967, the residents fear for their safety - all except for James Parker, the Island's mechanic, who has a fascination with space and tech himself... This is a brand new musical!
Murwillumbah Civic Centre
Tickets at the door
Enquiries: lachlanglasby@doublemask.com
MURWILLUMBAH THEATRE COMPANY
13th October-29th October
5.30pm. 7.30pm & 2pm (Sunday matinees)
PANTOMIME TBA
Opening Fri 13/10 @ 7.30 also Sat 28/10
Sat 14/10 at 5.30
Sunday 15/10 & 21/10 & 29/10 at 2pm. All shows at Murwillumbah Civic Centre
Book online: www.murwillumbahtheatrecompany.com
Enquiries: 6672 6753
Auditions 4th August 2017 at 7pm at Murwillumbah Civic Centre
THE SPOTLIGHT THEATRICAL COMPANY
20, 21, 26, 27, 28 OCTOBER – 7:30pm
2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11 NOVEMBER – 7:30pm
29 OCTOBER, 5 NOVEMBER – 2:00pm MATINEES
A new production of
BOUBLIL and SCHÖNBERG’S
LES MISÉRABLES
Les Misérables is licensed by Hal Leonard Australia Pty Ltd
by arrangement with Music Theatre International and CAMERON MACKINTOSH LTD
LES MISÉRABLES
DIRECTOR – TONY ALCOCK
The iconic musical that has taken the world by storm is coming to Spotlight
Theatre. Les Misérables tells the heartbreaking story of Jean Valjean and
his journey from rags to riches in order to survive in 19th century France.
With one of the most celebrated scores of all time including songs such as
I Dreamed A Dream, Bring Him Home and On My Own, Les Misérables is a
“must see” for any lover of theatre.
AUDITION DATE 30th JULY 2017
NORTHERN RIVERS ORCHESTRA
Sunday 29th October 2017
2.30pm NSW time (1.30pm QLD time)
RUSSIAN DELIGHTS
Conducted by: Neil Flottmann
Tweed Heads Civic Centre
Brett St, Tweed Heads, NSW 2485
Book online www.nrso.com.au
Phone: 0466 819 154
CABARET SEASON 4
16, 17, 18, 19 NOVEMBER 2017
THE SPOTLIGHT THEATRICAL COMPANY
185-187 Ashmore Road Benowa
BOOK 07 5539 4255
ONLINE www.spotlighttheatre.com.au
TUGUN THEATRE COMPANY
November 9.10.11.16.17.18.23.24.25 7.30pm
Mat:. November 11,18 2pm.
THE NAKED TRUTH
by DAVE SIMPSON directed by NATHAN SCHULZ
Tugun Village Community Centre, Coolangatta Rd, Tugun
BOOKINGS 0449 788 486
AUDITION DATE AUGUST 14h 7pm at Hall
GOLD COAST LITTLE THEATRE
11 November to 9 December 2017 – Thurs – Sat 8pm; Mat: Sun 12,19,26,3 at 2pm
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
Composer Alen Menken, writer Howard Ashman
Directed by Brady Watkins
A lovesick hero. A bloodthirsty plant, a mouth-watering musical. This is a horror comedy rock musical which has gone on to become a cult classic all over the world. Dazzlingly entertaining.
21A Scarborough Street, Southport
BOOK: 5532 2096 or
ONLINE: www.gclt.com.au
Auditions: Sunday 6th August, 2017 Molly’s and on stage 10.00 am.
Enquiries: Watkins.b@gmail.com
JAVEENBAH THEATRE COMPANY INC.
17th November – 2nd December 2017
OBSESSION
Written by Kellie Silver
Directed by Kellie Silver
When Lily and Tom inherit an old house, they are over the moon about having a place to raise their baby when it is born. However, as they set about restoring the dilapidated family home to its former glory, they begin to wonder if the house was more of a curse than a gift. With muddy water, shocking electricity problems, pest infections, foundation issues and meddling family members, the couple quickly begin to second-guess their decision to take on the “renovators delight”.When Lily stumbles upon a family heirloom with a dark history she finds herself obsessed with the item and seeks to uncover the troubled secrets in her family’s past. As she starts getting in too deep Tom soon discovers that living in a house that is falling down around them is the least of their worries…Obsession is an amusingly haunting story about a perfect couple, their unusual families and a past that will not let go.
Cnr Stevens & Ferry Streets, Nerang
BOOK ONLINE: www.javeenbah.org.au
BOOK: (07) 5596 0300
GROUP BOOKINGS: 0411 859 553
Audition 2pm Sun 13th Aug 2017
BALLINA PLAYERS 17th Nov – 10th Dec 2017
Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s
MARY POPPINS
A Musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney Film
Original Music and Lyrics by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman
Book by Julian Fellowes
New Songs and Additional Music and Lyrics by George Stiles and Anthony Drewe
Co-Created by Cameron Mackintosh
Permission by Music Theatre International
Directed by Sue Belsham
PLAYERS THEATRE
24 Swift Street, Ballina
Tickets are available from JUST FUNKIN’ MUSIC 124 River St Ballina 6686 2440 BOOK ONLINE: www.ballinaplayers.com.au
GOLD COAST YOUTH ORCHESTRA
Saturday 25 Nov 6.30 PM
GALA CONCERT END OF YEAR
Performances by Little Big Band, Big Band, String Orchestra, Junior Symphony, Youth Symphony
$38 adults; $90 family (2 adults, 2 children). Tickets through Arts Centre Gold Coast
Arts Centre Gold Coast, 135 Bundall Rd, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
Enquiries: Call 0423 148 992.
DOUBLE MASK YOUTH THEATRE
7.30pm 8th of December & 7.30pm 9th December 2017
FRANKENSTEIN
Based on Mary Shelley's classic work, Frankenstein brings the man and the monster to life in our 2017 Classic text! Adapted by Double Mask Youth Theatre
Murwillumbah Civic Centre
Tickets at the door
Enquiries: lachlanglasby@doublemask.com
