13 November 2014
For many tea is a chance to take some time out, to drink while catching up with friends or to satisfy those mid-afternoon cravings, but for Benjamin Neoh of Modern Tea, it was the perfect escape during a rough time of his life. “It was only when I started to have trouble with my mental health that I went to a naturopath and I tried all the tinctures and disgusting concoctions they give you,” Ben said, his expression reliving the moment.
13 November 2014
This showcases the talent of the GSODA Junior Players with musical numbers from stage and screen. Featuring songs from classic shows such as “Pippin”, “Chicago”, “Thoroughly Modern Millie and “Sister Act”, and from modern hits such as “Book of Morman”, “Matilda”, “Wicked”, “Avenue Q” and “Legally Blonde”, the show has something for everyone.
12 November 2014
A hilarious and touching comedy about a recent university graduate who is hired to direct the residents of a psychiatric facility in a show. One forceful resident convinces Lewis to direct the Mozart opera, “Cosi Fan Tutte” – but no one can sing!
8 November 2014
It isn’t every day that you get three Aussie blokes so passionate about menswear that they decide to start a mens clothing line out of their garage, which is essentially what the founders of St. Goliath did way back in 2003. Today, the designs you see on St. Goliath clothing are all due to a very lovely man named Paul Cooper, the head designer for two years at St. Goliath.
5 November 2014
Emma Watson’s UN speech might have sparked conversations about equality, and while this was a one-off for the actress, advocating change is something Clementine Ford does on a daily basis. While Emma’s speech was created for a specific event, everything Clementine does originated from a much more organic process. Once she was aware of the inequality in Australia, she began calling herself a feminist and advocating for social change.
31 October 2014
“We can’t change the past but we can certainly change the environment now to one that people will want to be involved in,” Courthouse ARTS general manger Jamie Smith says. After joining the team about six months ago, Jamie saw the opportunity in restructuring the organisation to achieve the best in its ability. As a result big things are about to change for the youth arts centre. The venue itself isn’t changing, but the roles within it are.
31 October 2014
Joshua Maxwell de Hoog’s artworks instantly catch your eye. Shades of red sit comfortably on top of splotches of green and it’s as if Joshua has reinterpreted the colour spectrum into the characters in his paintings. When I met with Joshua late one afternoon, I imagined his fashion would reflect the objects he paints.
22 October 2014
There’s a touch of Irish in all of us, or it seems to be that way in Australia at least. It’s because of this that we were delighted when we got the opportunity to have a chat with Sean and Jacintha, two fine folk behind the music and dance extravaganza Celtic Legends.
20 October 2014
Open House Geelong returns this year, giving you the chance to explore behind the scenes at some of Geelong’s iconic buildings. The event is a free and rare opportunity to discover historical, architectural, environmental and engineering gems right in your own backyard.
19 October 2014
A retrospective exhibition of material drawn from fifty-six years of photography and twenty-six years of film production. Robert Imhoff, who began his career in Australia in around 1970, is an advocate of versatility, working across the fields of both film production and photography. His photographic output across three decades encompasses portraits and advertising imagery executed both in black and white, and colour.
18 October 2014
For the whole of October, the Central Goldfields will be buzzing with theatre, history, children’s activities, art, exhibitions, tours and markets. Maryborough and the surrounding towns of Dunolly, Talbot, Bealiba and Carisbrook are all hosting events of interest to residents and visitors alike. Put together over 70 events over 31 days and we have the annual Spring Fling Festival when the district is at its prettiest – plentiful water, green paddocks, spring blossom and bright sunshine.
17 October 2014
Deakin University’s Fine Art students are proud to present True Lies and Superfictions, collaborative exhibition from twelve aspiring artists. Opens tonight, Friday October 17th 6pm, at Deakin University Waterfront Project Space, Geelong, corner of Cunningham Street and Western Beach.
17 October 2014
This year’s title and theme has used a word-play on Geelong’s current mayor’s name, but is a celebration of the diversity and vitality of Geelong and its surrounding region. Expect to see sculpture in a variety of mediums expressing this theme in a number of literal and lateral ways. Mediums included in past years exhibitions have been: steel, timber, stone, glass, bronze, ceramic, mosaic, found objects, paper, textile and more.
17 October 2014
Amidst the lurid debris of a traveling carnival, a proprietor invites nine would-be heroes to step up to the mark and hit a target in return for a glittering prize. As he hands out guns with a glib invitation, “c’mere and kill a president”, we are introduced to a collection of America’s most disturbing characters, from John Wilkes Booth to Lee Harvey Oswald. A killer black comedy, Assassins takes a provocative lens to the dreams, distortions and delusions of nine infamous Americans.
17 October 2014
The new Rare Trades website is live! You can search for Rare Tradies by their trade medium, or by region. Connect to other rare tradespeople or go on a road trip and discover the amazing hidden gems around the region. Check it out.
17 October 2014
Brisbane artist Shane Drinkwater explores the deconstruction of form and colour in his latest exhibition, Surfaces & Beyond. Drinkwater’s meditative geometry of shape and tonal nuances create enigmatic imagery, reflecting both the natural landscape and the landscape of the mind.
16 October 2014
Discovering something before it gets big is one of the most rewarding things in life and is often hard to truly come by. The Aboriginal Comedy Allstars Show is one of these things and we’ve been lucky enough to share it with you. It all started as a few shows between comedians and friends, Kevin Kropinyeri, Shiralee Hood, Matt Ford, Derek Nannup, Mia Stanford and Andrew Saunders, but soon the idea developed into a first for Australia.
16 October 2014
This years Halloween Balls in Geelong and Bendigo are shaping up spooktacularly! Chris Lacy and the team at OGTRI Pty Ltd, donate their time to fundraise for local Geelong based charities, community groups and medical research such as PAN Inc, The Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club and The Heart Foundation.
13 October 2014
Old Castlemaine Gaol will open its doors for its very first Halloween ghost tour. Ghost Hosts will take guests deep within the building’s sandstone walls to discover the spirits of John Duffus, the last man hanged onsite, the cell of Australian serial killer Peter Dupas and the restless spirits of 10 prisoners buried within the walls so their souls could never rest.
10 October 2014
Signature Style is a major group exhibition exploring models of collaborative practice in contemporary jewellery. Featuring the work of some of Melbourne’s most exciting artists and jewellery practitioners Signature Style is a significant addition to the emerging discourse around collaboration and contemporary craft.
8 October 2014
The weather’s warming up and there’s simply no better time to be outside enjoying it. The Bell St Fiesta is one place where you can do just that, and all for a great price. Forte had a chat to the team about where the idea came from and how you can get involved.
4 October 2014
Following two successful years, the Ballarat Cabaret Festival is back with 25 shows across seven Ballarat CBD venues – including The Deluxe Spiegeltent. The Festival will open this year with the Opening Gala in the Deluxe Spiegeltent showcasing not just the 2014 festival, but also the breadth of Cabaret.
4 October 2014
All About Eve has been around since 2003, established by an all-Australian design team aimed at “girls who like to live young, wild and free”. All About Eve has grown rapidly over the last few years, having their products stocked in stores not only Australia-wide, but internationally, branching out all the way to South Africa and Canada, with more plans to branch out to other areas of the world as well.
3 October 2014
As you walk through the streets and laneways of most urban centres you come to realize that the walls around you are living, breathing works of art. Ever evolving and changing, being painted over by other artists, or by effects of the weather and the ravages of time.
