theatre education workshops - Casula Powerhouse

MAYOR’S MESSAGE51238425254CONTENTSThursday Matinee Concert SeriesTheatreWay out West Festival for ChildrenTheatre Events and WorkshopsCalendarGetting to Casula PowerhouseWelcome to the Casula Powerhouse Art Centre’s theatre program for2012. The Powerhouse is the cultural facility of Liverpool City Council,and one we are very proud to call our own.During the past few years the Powerhouse has gone from strength-tostrength.We have witnessed the Centre deliver some powerful, movingand exhilarating programming and the Powerhouse has blossomed intothe cornerstone of creativity for South West Sydney and beyond.Like our community, the 2012 theatre program is richly diverse andcaters to the many different groups that exist in our LocalGovernment Area.The program has been carefully crafted to encourage everyone from ouryoungest community members to our seniors, people with disabilitiesand those from the many cultures and communities represented inLiverpool and in the South West, to experience the arts.I look forward to seeing you enjoy these events in the coming monthsat Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre.Wendy Waller,Mayor2 CASULA POWERHOUSE ARTS CENTRETHEATRE SEASON PROGRAM 20123

Thursday Matinee Concert SeriesThursday Matinee Concert SeriesThe Australian ABBA Tribute ShowThursday 27 September, 11am Duration 70 mins - no interval All tickets $15Evening performance Thursday 27 September, 7pm All tickets $15Thursday 26 July, 11am Duration 70 mins - no interval All tickets $15The 1930s and 40s was a time whenthe world was in tune with sentimentalballads, and energetic dance crazeslike the Charleston, Jive, Jitterbugand up-tempo swing rhythms.The Starr Sisters are three lovelygals with the voices of angels who willwhisk you back on a nostalgic journeyto the era of the Big Band.Croon along with Chris Gable andthe brassy John PickworthOrchestra - guaranteed to getyour feet tapping.Includes complimentary pre-showtea or coffee and cake.With ABBA fever at its peak, Abbalancheis a timely celebration of the dazzlingcostumes, exciting eye-catchingchoreography, sing-a-long ballads anddance floor hits. Complete with theintricacies of the “perfect” Swedishaccent and a dash of humour, Abbalanchewill take you back to a time fondlyremembered, playing hits such as RingRing, Waterloo, Mama Mia, Fernando andof course, Dancing Queen.Includes complimentary pre-show teaor coffee and cake. Matinee only.8 CASULA POWERHOUSE ARTS CENTRE THEATRE SEASON PROGRAM 2012 9

Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre presents Wildie Creative Enterprises’WRITTEN AND PERFORMED BY HENRY SZEPSFriday 24 February, 8pm, Saturday 25 February, 2pmAdult $30, Concession $25 Duration 90 mins - no intervalAll the world may be a stage butactor Joe Bleakley is a star barelyperceptible to the naked eye.Recently arriving at the FoggadieuRetirement Village, Joe decides to puton a performance for the residentsfeaturing monologues from some ofthe great roles he never got to play.As Joe prepares for his performancewe learn about his joys and triumphs,as well as his disappointments withlife and his troubled relationship withhis daughter.“heartfelt and utterly, disarminglysincere” - Curtain CallTHEATRE SEASON PROGRAM 201213

Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre presents Catherine WheelsTheatre Company’s productionWednesday 29 February, 10am and 11.30amThursday 1 March, 10am and 11.30amDuration 35 mins - no interval All tickets $12Welcome to the beautifully strangeworld of White. Full of birdsong andbirdhouses, it gleams and dazzles andshines in the night. Two friends lookafter the birds and make sure the eggsstay safe. We watch, we help.AGES2-4The world is bright, ordered and white.But high up in the trees, all is notwhite. Colour appears. First red... thenyellow... then blue...“An utter delight no matter what yourage” – The Times LondonAll tickets include entry into thepost-show White Workshops.See page 43 for more information.Created by Andy ManleyDirected by Gill RobertsonDesigned by Shona Reppe14 CASULA POWERHOUSE ARTS CENTRETHEATRE SEASON PROGRAM 201215

Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre and Cognoscenti Entertainment presentA Salute in Story and Songto the ANZAC SpiritThursday 26 April, 1pm and 8pm Duration 140 minsIncludes 20 mins interval Adult $20, Concession $15Inspired by his own family history,performer Darren Coggan connectsus to an iconic part of our heritage.Personal and exceptional storiesof Australians at war are woveninto songs that provide an intimateperspective of the tales that havehelped shape our nation.“War Stories paints a vivid pictureof Australia at war and is a hugelyentertaining experience. This is amust see for all Australians.” JamesBlundell - Ambassador for The VietnamVeterans Association of AustraliaIncludes a pre-show school’s dramashowcase.See page 45 for more information.Written and Directed byKen McBeathSongs by Ken McBeath andDarren Coggan18 CASULA POWERHOUSE ARTS CENTRETHEATRE SEASON PROGRAM 201219

Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre presents Empire Theatre’sSaturday 12 May, 8pm, Monday 14 May, 10amDuration 75 mins - no interval Adult $20, Concession $15In April 2009, David Terauds found hisson Kristjan in bed unconscious. Fivedays later Kristjan died - weeks shortof his nineteenth birthday - due tocomplications from illicit drug use.From these events grew anextraordinarily beautiful play, which isless about substance abuse and moreabout the choices we make and thosethat love us.Monday 10am show includes apost-show workshop.See page 46 for more information.Written by David BurtonDirected by Lewis JonesDesigned by Josh Macintosh“Lewis Jones has assembled anexcellent cast to tackle the productionand it’s clear that they have all thrownthemselves into it heart and soul…these were real people talking andthat what we are hearing are theiractual words.” – ourbrisbane20 CASULA POWERHOUSE ARTS CENTRETHEATRE SEASON PROGRAM 201221

Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre presents Erth Visual and Physical Inc’sCasula Powerhouse Arts Centre presents a CDP ProductionTuesday 19 June, 10am and 12.30pmDuration 50 mins - no interval All tickets $12Friday 6 July, 8pm, Saturday 7 July, 2pmAdult $40, Concession $35, Adult Group 10+ $30, Concession Group 10+ $25Duration 130 mins - includes 20 mins intervalFrom the makers of the acclaimed Erth’sDinosaur Petting Zoo, don’t miss this newwork filled with enchanting charactersjust waiting to meet you! Erth takes youon a journey through the mysteriousheart of the Australian landscapewith their unique life-like puppets andstunning visual effects. Erth’s dinosaursand dragons have transfixed childrenacross the globe.AGES5+Five ordinarily marvellous womenfind themselves back in their infantsschool classroom plying their needlesin a good old-fashioned session of“stitch and bitch”. Accidentally lockedin the classroom, with nothing butingenuity, Adora Cream Wafers and abucket to get them through the crisis,unknown reserves come to the fore.Some of our most beloved actressesbring this delightful new comedy tolife and laughter on the stage. You’lllaugh til you cry. Fiesty, vulnerableand in full bloom, these gals areeverything... except old!Written by Don ReidDirected by Wayne HarrisonProduced in associationwith CarriageWorks24 CASULA POWERHOUSE ARTS CENTRE THEATRE SEASON PROGRAM 2012 25

Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre presents Sydney Dance Company’sWednesday 18 July, 8pm Duration 70 mins - no intervalAdult $40, Concession $35, Adult Group 10+ $30,Concession Group 10+ $25Choreographer Rafael Bonacheladelves into the world of signs andsymbols that rule our everyday livesand spark our hidden memories.Don’t miss this celebrated productionwhich delivers all the physicalprecision and enthralling dance thatdazzle Sydney Dance Company’saudiences from Shanghai to Venice.Beautifully wrought from the worldof signs and symbols in our everydaylives, every exquisite movement picksout the irresistible intensity of EzioBosso’s score.Includes a pre-show sneak peek.See page 48 for more information.Choreographer Rafael BonachelaComposer Ezio BossoProduction designer Alan MacdonaldLighting designer Guy HoareCostume designer Theo ClinkardPhoto of: Charmene Yap. Photo by: Jez Smith.“The dancers are wonderful: flexible,energetic, committed, precise.”Sydney Morning Herald26 CASULA POWERHOUSE ARTS CENTRE THEATRE SEASON PROGRAM 2012 27

Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre presentsa Queensland Theatre Company andMatrix Theatre co-productionWednesday 5 September, 10am and 12.30pmDuration 60 mins + post show Q&A - no intervalAll tickets $12Twelve year old Jim Hawkins narratesthe story of a hunt for treasure anddetails the encounters he has withpirates, as he journeys from his homein a small seaside village to themysterious Treasure Island.AGES7+Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic storyfor children, Treasure Island is filledwith double-crossing pirates, taverns,treasure maps, parrots and a non-stopsense of adventure!Adapted for the stage byHelen Howard and Michael Futcher28 CASULA POWERHOUSE ARTS CENTRETHEATRE SEASON PROGRAM 201229

Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre presents an Ensemble Theatre productionBY DAVID WILLIAMSONTuesday 11 September, 8pm, Wednesday 12 September, 1pmDuration 135 mins - includes 20 mins intervalAdult $40, Concession $35, Adult Group 10+ $30,Concession Group 10+ $25The Ensemble Theatre now brings youa new David Williamson two handerblockbuster, Rhinestone Rex andMiss Monica.What do a classical musician and aretired country and western singerhave in common? Maybe more thanthey think! Can they find a waypast all their differences towards aharmonious and fulfilling relationship?Or will their differences keep themfrom making beautiful music together?This show pits opposites in themusical taste wars – classical vs.country and western, and followersof both teams love it!Director Sandra BatesDesigner Clare MoloneyLighting Designer Peter NeufeldStarring Glenn Hazeldineand Alexandra FowlerPhoto by: Steve Lunam30 CASULA POWERHOUSE ARTS CENTRE THEATRE SEASON PROGRAM 2012 31

Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre presents Back to Back Theatre’sTuesday 23 October to Thursday 25 October, FREEFilm screening Saturday 27 October 7pm All tickets $10What do you do with difference inregard to equality? Ignore it, mark it,suppress it, smooth over it?The Democratic Set is a rapid seriesof short live performances andscreen-based video portraits createdin collaboration with communities. TheDemocratic Set explores the beliefthat all people are, in principle, equaland should enjoy social, political andeconomic rights and opportunities.Participants are invited to bring alongan idea for a performance, a prop orcostume or come just as you are, tocreate and film the idea in 16 seconds.Performances will then be editedtogether to make a film that premieresat Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre.Back to Back Theatre was founded inGeelong in 1987 to create theatre withpeople who are perceived to have adisability. Under the Artistic Directionof Bruce Gladwin it has gone on tobecome one of Australia’s leadingcreative voices, focusing on moral,philosophical and political questionsabout the value of individual lives.To reserve your session or for moreinformation contact Claudia Chidiacperformance@casulapowerhouse.comor phone 9824 1121.Photo: Jeff Busby36 CASULA POWERHOUSE ARTS CENTRETHEATRE SEASON PROGRAM 201237

WOW Festival for Children caters to the diverseinterests and needs of children in the west and southwest Sydney region.By working closely with locally and nationallyrecognised artists and companies, Casula PowerhouseArts Centre has produced a contemporary children’sfestival that will engage and inspire children and theirfamilies.The program will include premiere performances, filmsand hands on art making workshops in an atmospheredesigned to explore and encourage creativity andimagination. Please check the website in April for afull festival program.FESTIVAL FOR CHILDRENWEDNESDAY 11 TO SATURDAY 14 JULYTHEATRE SEASON PROGRAM 201239

Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre presents Polyglot Theatre’sAS PART OF THE WOWFESTIVAL FOR CHILDRENWednesday 11 to Saturday 14 July,9.30am, 10.45am, 12 noon and 2.30pmDuration 60 mins Ages 5 - 12Paper Planet is a site specificinstallation in which childrenencounter a strange paper world, towhich they add, adapt and create.FREEEVENTFrom the makers of the 2011interactive hit Tangled Web, PolyglotTheatre will turn children into papercharacters as they explore an out-ofthis-world,constantly changing playspace. A live soundscape transportseveryone further into the world ofdelightful paper creatures and objectswhilst working together to create andadd to a fantasy Paper Planet.Concept and direction Sue Giles40 CASULA POWERHOUSE ARTS CENTRE THEATRE SEASON PROGRAM 2012 41

WORKSHOPSWednesday 29 February, 10.40am and 12.10pmThursday 1 March, 10.40am and 11.10am Ages 2 - 4When the show is over children will beencouraged to participate in a workshopwhere they can create and colour their ownpaper houses with bright colours using textasand coloured craft paper.INCLUDEDIN TICKET COSTOF THE SHOWAND WORKSHOPSTHEATRE SEASON PROGRAM 201243

As part of Casula Powerhouse Senior’s Week programmingLATIN BALLROOM CLASSTuesday 20 March, 11.30am and 12.15pm Duration 30 mins All tickets $5DRAMA SHOWCASEThursday 26 April, 10am FREE Recommended for years 9 - 12Get your dance shoes on for a Latin and Ballroomclass to be held in conjunction with the CasulaPowerhouse Arts Centre Seniors Week program.The class will be held prior to the 1pmperformance.Schools are invited to develop aperformative response to the themesof War Stories and present them in ashowcase, before the show.Places are limited and everyschool that registers will receivecomplimentary tickets for theperformance group.To register schools’ interest or formore information contact Vi GirgisGirgis@casulapowerhouse.comor phone 9824 1121.TEACHER’S NOTESAVAILABLE WITHLINKS TO:- History- Music44 CASULA POWERHOUSE ARTS CENTRE THEATRE SEASON PROGRAM 2012 45

Sydney Dance CompanySNEAK PEEKWednesday 18 July, 12.30pm to 2pm Duration 90 minsRecommended for Years 7 - 12 FREE Bookings essentialSydney Dance Company’s Sneak Peekprogram gives young audiences theunique opportunity to see and hearwhat happens behind the scenes ofa professional dance company. TheSneak Peek is designed to engage bothnewcomers to dance and aspiring youngdancers through a talk, demonstrationand Q&A led by the Artistic DirectorRafael Bonachela, Dance Director AmyHollingsworth and Company Dancers.This event gives young people anintroduction to the main stageperformance on tour.Photo of: Charmene Yap. Photo by: Jez Smith.CURRICULUM LINKSDance – Dance as an art form,composition, appreciationMusic – concepts, learningexperiences (listening), contextsPDHPE – movement, skill &performance, self & relationships48 CASULA POWERHOUSE ARTS CENTRE THEATRE SEASON PROGRAM 2012 49

CALENDAR SEASON 2012FEBRUARYWish I’d Said ThatFriday 24 FebruarySaturday 25 FebruaryWhiteWednesday 29 FebruaryThursday 1 MarchWhite WorkshopsWednesday 29 FebruaryThursday 1 MarchMARCHMAYApril’s FoolSaturday 12 MayMonday 14 MayApril’s Fool WorkshopMonday 14 MayMotherhood the MusicalFriday 18 MaySaturday 19 MayEchoes of BandstandThursday 24 MayThe Land of Yes& the Land of NoWednesday 18 JulyThe Land of Yes & theLand of No Workshopand Sneak PeekWednesday 18 JulySwingin’ on a StarThursday 26 JulySEPTEMBERTreasure IslandOCTOBERThe Democratic Set FilmingTuesday 23 October toThursday 25 OctoberThe Democratic SetFilm ScreeningSaturday 27 OctoberNOVEMBERNot the Boy Next DoorThursday 29 NovemberSyncopationTuesday 20 MarchPlatters to Poperaand PavorottiThursday 29 MarchJUNEI, BunyipTuesday 19 JuneJULYWednesday 5 SeptemberRhinestone Rexand Miss MonicaTuesday 11 SeptemberWednesday 12 SeptemberBare WitnessDECEMBERWe Need a Little ChristmasThursday 20 DecemberAPRILWar Stories - A Salutein Story and Song tothe ANZAC SpiritThursday 26 AprilBiddiesFriday 6 JulySaturday 7 JulyWOW Festival for ChildrenWednesday 11 to Saturday 14 JulyPaper PlanetWednesday 11 July to Saturday 14 JulyFriday 14 SeptemberSaturday 15 SeptemberThis Girl Laughs, This GirlCries, This Girl Does NothingWednesday 26 SeptemberAbbalanche The AustralianABBA Tribute ShowThursday 27 September52 CASULA POWERHOUSE ARTS CENTRE THEATRE SEASON PROGRAM 2012 53

LANG RDTo LiverpoolHUME HWYBLACKWOOD AVETo CampbelltownCASULA RDCANBERRA AVECasulaStationCASULA RDGEORGES RIVERCASULA RDGETTING TO CASULAPOWERHOUSE ARTSCENTRECasula Powerhouse Arts Centre1 Casula Road, Casula, NSW 2170CarFrom LiverpoolTake the Hume Highway going towardsCampbelltown. At the M5 overpass,continue another 1.5km, then turn left intoCasula Road. Follow Casula Road downthe hill and cross the rail level crossing.From Macquarie Fields andCampbelltownTake the Hume Highway to Liverpool.At the Crossroads continue another 1.8km,then turn right at Casula Road. FollowCasula Road down the hill and cross therail level crossing.TrainDisembark at Casula Station. First stopafter Liverpool (from Sydney) or Glenfield(from Campbelltown) South/Cumberlandline. Go to www.131500.info for atimetable.AccessVisitors with restricted mobility can enjoyall public areas of Casula Powerhouse ArtsCentre. The Theatre is fitted with hearingloop and restricted mobility areas. Guideand hearing dogs welcome.Booking Informationwww.casulapowerhouse.comVisit the Casula PowerhouseArts Centre Box Office1 Casula Road, CasulaOpen Monday – SundayFrom 10am – 5pm orphone 9824 1121Please note that transactionfees may apply for theatre tickets.General InformationEntry to Casula Powerhouse’s exhibitionsare free. Exhibitions open Monday toSunday 10am – 5pm.Bellbird CafeThe Bellbird Café is open for lunch, coffeeand snacks Monday to Friday and forsnacks, coffee and cake on the weekend.Director Kiersten FishburnTheatre Producer Claudia ChidiacMarketing Officer Jacqueline HornjikPublic Programs and Education Manager Nisa MackieTechnical Manager Stephen HawkerWith thanks to the Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre teamFront cover design Alphabet DesignsProgram design Kathie NadDetails in this brochure are correct at time of printing. Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre reserves theright to add, withdraw and substitute artists and vary the program and prices should the necessityarise. Please note that some performances may contain smoke, strobe lighting, loud noise, coarselanguage and nudity. Where possible we will indicate this in our program, website and in the theatrefoyer at the time of the performance.Casula Powerhouse is a cultural facility of Liverpool City Council ABN 84 181 182 47154 CASULA POWERHOUSE ARTS CENTRE THEATRE SEASON PROGRAM 2012 55

Casula Powerhouse Arts CentreContact usPhone: (02) 9824 1121Email: reception@casulapowerhouse.comPostal AddressPO Box 7064,Liverpool BC, NSW 1871To stay in the loop, join our e-newsat www.liverpool.nsw.gov.auand click on the Casula Powerhouse linkARTS CENTRE