One typically does not situate Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart within the company of composers like John Williams, Hans Zimmer, Howard Shore, or Henry Manzini. But in…
âUnder Pressureâ (David Bowie Tribute), 2017 Will and Garrett Huxley.
ITâLL be sequins, surrealism and sweet vibes in the National Portrait Gallery from 7-11pm on Friday, May 14, with inflatable sculptures, vocals, moves and colourful costumes by Victorian creative artists The Huxleys. As well, DJ Charlie Villas, Jazida, drag-man Guy Alias and performer Simone Page Jones will all be in action. Includes a peek at âAustralian Love Storiesâ, too. Bookings essential.
THE Headland Writers Festival, a new literature event in Tathra, NSW, has an extraordinary line-up of writers. Held across five days in various venues including the historic Tathra Wharf Museum, where actors will perform âTales From The Seaâ, it will feature workshops, performances, live music and conversations with authors. May 14-16. Book here.
HELEN MUSA’s weekly “Arts in the City” column.
MORGAN Rose’s unsettling play, “Little Girls Alone in the Woods”, is set in an ordinary town where girls have been going missing – maybe they’ve ventured into the bush themselves. It’s a modern twist on Euripides’ “Bacchae” and will be the year’s first show for Canberra Youth Theatre. Suitable for ages 13 and up. Courtyard Studio, Canberra Theatre Centre, May 19-22. Book here or 6275 2700.
Rachael Thoms and Tom Fell, “Fringe of Squaredom”, Tuggeranong Arts Centre, May 23. Photo: Martin Ollman.
“THE Fringe of Squaredom” is a new musical partnership between ANU School of Music vocal teacher Rachael Thoms and saxophonist/music educator Tom Fell. They’ll be joined by musos James Luke, Chris Thwaite and Hugh Barrett in four Sunday afternoon concerts, ranging from the swing of New Orleans to the cool of modern jazz. Tuggeranong Arts Centre, May 23, June 27, August 22 and October 17, book here.