Event Type: Kid Friendly

Presented by ThylaSing

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Times and dates:

27 Nov, 2023 (7pm-8.30pm)

Tickets:

Adults: $25

Children/Concession: $20

Rewired: New venue. New lineup. Same awesome a cappella sound!

Rewired: New venue. New lineup. Same awesome a cappella sound!

ThylaSing present an evening of a cappella vocal music, featuring fun, upbeat tunes and stirring ballads – a mix of old favourites and some exciting new repertoire.

Contemporary folk trio The Clementines will be joining us as guest artists for this special concert.

ThylaSing is proudly supported by Salamanca Arts Centre.

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Featuring works by Nolan Art K-12 Students, this annual exhibition features ceramics, sculpture, fashion illustration, oil and acrylic painting, and drawing.

Opening Event
Saturday 11 November 2023
1:00pm – 3:00pm

Featuring works by Nolan Art‘s Adult Students, this annual exhibition features oil and acrylic painting, watercolour and drawing.

Presented by Musical Theatre Crew

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Times and dates:

Friday 20 Oct – 7:30pm
Saturday 21 Oct – 3pm
Saturday 21 Oct – 7:30pm
Sunday 22 Oct – 3pm
Thursdat 26 Oct – 3pm
Sat 28 Oct – 3pm
Sat 28 Oct – 7:30pm
Sun 29 Oct – 11am
Sun 29 Oct – 3pm
Friday 3 Nov – 7.30pm
Saturday 4 Nov – 3pm
Saturday 4 Nov- 7.30pm

Tickets:

Adult $35
Concession $29 (child, student, aged, etc)
Family $120 (2 adults & 2 kids, 1 adult & 3 kids)

Embark on a fantastic journey in this fun and heart-warming adventure about Arendelle’s beloved sisters Anna and Elsa, proudly performed by Crew’s Intermediate Performance Ensemble.

Following the death of their parents in a storm, Elsa locks herself behind walls as she faces her destiny to become Queen of Arendelle while concealing her frightening magical powers. Anna feeling shut-out and lonely, unexpectedly finds romance with the dashing Prince Hans. But when Queen Elsa can no longer hide her terrible secret resulting in Arendelle being plunged into an eternal winter, she runs away to hide in the mountains. Anna sets out to try to rescue her sister, recruiting assistance from ice-trader Kristoff and his reindeer Sven, encountering an array of marvellous characters along the way incuding Olaf the snowman, mysterious Forbidden Folk, ever-happy Oaken and family!

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Presented by Henrietta Manning

An installation of paintings and text exploring the meaning, connections and value that can be placed on an object. Shoes.  From ancient superstition, fantasy and Cinderella, shoe fetishism and fashion, shoes mean many things to many people. Shoes hold memories, reflecting back moments in time of our footprints on earth.

References to shoes and feet permeate our language. To ‘’start off on the right foot’’ has come to mean to make a good start at something, but go back further and you will discover it was considered unlucky to put on your left shoe first. The phenomenon of shoes hidden in fireplaces, walls, under floors and in roof spaces is documented, if not fully explained. A practice thought to ward off evil or possibly to ensure fertility and happiness. The oldest shoe was found in Winchester Cathedral dating to 1308 and many are in private homes. These superstitions were brought to Australia by immigrants and the artist has worked from shoes loaned to her and even found under her properties historic apple packing shed.

A shoe can be practical, or an expression of stature, an extension of personality and individuality. A well-worn shoe carries the imprint of its owner. From your first to your last shoe, they can connect you to memories of places, times and people. The shoes of the deceased can be highly emotive and difficult to part with. ‘Cynthia I’ was painted in memory of the artists mother in the expectation she would then be able to let go of her mother’s shoes, she still has them!

It is both fascinating and horrifying the obsession and money spent on shoes, from Imelda Marcos’s personal collection, brand trainers, to collectors of the shoes of the famous or the excess of the 2018 Passion Diamond Shoes (USD 17 million made from diamonds and gold). Paintings from life of those hidden dark dusty mysterious shoes found secreted in and under buildings will contrast with the bright and shiny footwear abandoned in opportunity shops with which some have tortured their feet. When considering the ramifications of our footprint/lifestyle on the planet it would be pertinent to consider the waste generated by the fashion industry.

What do shoes mean to you?

Presented by Musical Theatre Crew

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Times and dates:

Tue 21 Nov, 6.30pm

Sun 26 Nov, 3pm

Sun 26 Nov, 6pm

Tickets:

Adult $35
Concession $29 (child, student, aged, etc)
Family $120 (2 adults & 2 kids, 1 adult & 3 kids)
Sunrise $29 (All tickets – Early Bird til midnight 3 Oct)

Everyone’s favourite Ogre is back for the happiest ever after fairytale fun in the swamp!

Shrek, leads a bunch of fairytale misfits on an adventure to rescue a princess and get his swamp back. Part romance and part twisted fairy tale, Shrek jr is an irreverently fun show with great messages about being your true self,  acceptance and the importance of friendship.

Once upon a time, in a far away swamp, there lived an ogre named Shrek.  One day, Shrek finds his swamp invaded by banished fairytale misfits who have been cast out of Duloc by Lord Farquaad, a tiny terror with big ambitions. When Shrek sets off with a wisecracking Donkey to confront Farquaad, he’s handed a task – if he rescues feisty princess Fiona from a Dragon-guarded tower so Lord Farquaad can marry her, then Shrek’s swamp will be returned! But all is not as it seems in this fairytale land!

Featuring characterful costumes, fun songs, stellar performances, and a few twists and turns along the way, join us and let your ‘freak flag fly’ at this fun party in the swamp!

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Presented by Purple Passion

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Times and dates:

Saturday 11 November  –  7.30pm

Tickets:

General Admission: $30 (+BF)
VIP: $80 (With Free Purple Passion T-Shirt, Key Rings and Private Photo time with Musicians)

Prepare for an electrifying musical odyssey with Purple Passion. Dive into a world of diverse rhythms and cultural fusion – an unforgettable sonic adventure awaits!

Get ready for a musical extravaganza across Asia, America, Africa, Europe and Oceania like no other! (I know we will miss Antarctica!) Purple Passion invites you to an electrifying soirée where we’ll paint the town purple with our unique brand of instrumental rock.

Buckle up for an exhilarating sonic voyage that transcends borders and breaks musical boundaries. Our band is renowned for its ability to weave together the melodies of the world into a tapestry of pure passion and innovation. Also, how about incorporating some cultural ethnic traditional instruments into the band.

Picture this: over a dozen countries, countless rhythms, and melodies from every corner of the globe. What makes it truly extraordinary? Each composition is a masterpiece, born from our creative minds or reimagined with our unique flair.

At Purple Passion, we’re not just performing music; we’re crafting a global symphony that celebrates the heartbeat of cultures from around the world. Expect an explosive fusion of styles, a clash of beats, and an infusion of emotions.

This is an invitation to the ultimate cultural feast, a chance to immerse yourself in a vivid kaleidoscope of sound. We urge all lovers of music, adventure, and cultural exchange to join us. Let’s celebrate the vibrant tapestry of global music culture together!

Mark your calendar for November 11th, 7:30 PM, because Purple Passion is about to unleash an unforgettable night of musical magic at the Founders Room, Salamanca Arts Centre. Be there to witness the world in every note, the passion in every chord, and the journey in every beat.

Presented by Tasmanian Ceramics Association

A snapshot of ceramicist the late John Watson (d.2017), revealing his distinctive architectural style of handbuilt and  slipcast sculptural forms, often raku fired.

The Tasmanian Ceramics Association’s concurrent exhibition in Off Centre’s Microgallery  (featuring John’s forms) is to establish a legacy fund in John’s name.

John Watson was a builder in various guises for much of his adult life, only taking up ceramics in his 60’s.

A fair amount of mudbrick building led him to clay. A two-year Ceramics Diploma course in Canberra (2000/2001) and – on his return to Tasmania – a part-time job as the ceramics technician for TAFE & Adult Education.

As John honed his slip-casting and hand-building skills, he developed a unique style and began selling a range of work through the artists’ cooperative, Off Centre.

John’s keen interest in ceramics manifested itself in many volunteer roles. He was a much valued and committed member of the TCA, serving as President for a time and the driving force behind many activities – especially his popular raku workshops.

John’s strong architectural forms revealed his keen sense of design, winning him many awards at TCA exhibitions, and a dedicated fan base.

John was a much loved and well-respected teacher and colleague who gave his knowledge and time generously. John’s sudden passing in 2017 was a huge blow to the ceramic’s community.

The LIGHTBOX exhibition is a tribute to John, showcasing a collection of his work, photographs of him in the studio, at workshops, and his creations.

Following John’s death, the TCA committee decided to create a legacy fund to commemorate John’s significant contribution to Tasmanian ceramics. A programme of workshops was developed whereby students and colleagues who’d worked alongside John were given the opportunity to work with casts of his iconic forms. Several new and vibrant sculptures emerged – prompted by his architectural forms. Participants were encouraged think differently and experiment with unfamiliar materials and techniques. John’s touch is present in each of the art works created. Amazing echoes reverberate through the exhibits as familiar elements are reimagined and made new.

Creations from these workshops are presently on show in Off Centre’s Microgallery, in two parts – October 6th-19th and the 20th October until November 2nd.

Thanks to all the artists who have generously donated their time and artworks. The proceeds of sales will go towards funding future projects in John Watson’s name.

Daily opening times:
3 – 13 November, 2023
10am – 4pm

Variation to opening times:

On Monday 6 November, the exhibition will open from 1pm to 4pm.

On Thursday 9 November, the exhibition will be open from 12 noon to 4pm.

Uninnocent Landscapes is a research-based photographic investigation into the impact of invasion and dispossession on the landscape of Lutruwita/Tasmania, and the artist’s standing as a non-Indigenous person on this colonised land.

Uninnocent landscapes is a research-based photographic investigation into the impact of invasion, colonisation and dispossession on the landscape of Lutruwita/Tasmania. Without invasion and the near destruction of Lutruwita’s First People, I would not have had the opportunity to lead the rich and fulfilling life I have experienced on this island. This is a reality that, as much as we might try to ignore it, non-Indigenous Tasmanians cannot escape. How do we come to terms with our privilege and its Janus face, the violent and continuing dispossession of Palawa and Pakana.

Ten years in conception, Uninnocent Landscapes is the result of two years combining landscape photography and historical enquiry, seeking answers to the myriad questions that I found myself asking as I traced the path of George Augustus Robinson’s 1831 Big River Mission. Robinson’s ‘missions’ resulted in the removal of Lutruwita’s First People to exile at Wybalenna on Flinders Island. The questions I found myself asking included: What memories to the landscapes of Lutruwita hold? What stories are embedded in the rocks, the trees and grasses, the waters of rivers and lakes? What could the landscape tell me about invasion and the attempted destruction of First Peoples life and culture? What could it tell us about our own lives here on this island?

With Chelsea Watego’s observation that ‘on any given day, in any given place, you can guarantee that most if not all colonisers have no idea whose land they are walking, working or talking on’ (Another Day in the Colony, UQP, 2021) in mind, I sought to know this island and its First Peoples more deeply, to acknowledge their story of tens of thousands of years on this land. I do not attempt to provide a Palawa history of Lutruwita – that would be both inappropriate and impossible. Rather, the project uses monochrome photography paired with quotes from Robinson’s journals to tell one truth of our shared history and documents one of its impact on the land.

All proceeds from this exhibition and the accompanying book will be donated to the Aboriginal Land Council of Tasmania’s Giving Land Back fund. Giving Land Back, or donating to the fund, is one way everyone can help, knowing that land will be owned by the whole Aboriginal Community in perpetuity. You can find the Giving Land Back Program at https://www.givinglandback.org/ 

Presented by Sean O’Connell

Daily opening times:

October 6 – 15, 2023

11am – 6pm

An exploration of hidden realms within the Central Plateau, as experienced by electrons moving through the internal structure of matter, revealed in image and sound.

Portals explores hidden energies and pathways within the humble materials that make up the grand landscape of Tasmania’s Central Plateau. Using electricity as the conduit, an alternate understanding of the environment is unfolded, energetically, from within the intimate interior realms of matter. These elements include dolerite rock brought to the surface and worn by wind and ice, limbs of snow gum slowly grown in the rocky ground, pale clumps of forking branched lichen, vials of cool clear tarn water, and decaying fragments and remnants from past human habitation.

The exhibition explores these samples, through electricity, in backlit images on analog photographic film, in collected samples from the environment, and in small sonic oscillators that use these same materials within their electronic circuitry. This exploration opens up alternate possibilities, and suggests an understanding of something unknown, as matter and electricity converse, to reveal hidden pathways within the mysterious highland landscape.