Events Program

• 61 Circus Acts in 60 Minutes
• Le Reve
• The Jungle Book - A Musical Tale
• Tarnished by La La Parlour
• Arts Extravaganza - Belgian Gardens State School
• The Bee Gees Show

If you haven't been to the performing arts in a while – or ever – Test Drive the Arts is for you. There's a whole world of exciting live performances just waiting for you to discover.

Test Drive the Arts is a unique opportunity for you to be our VIP guest at one of our many performances throughout year displaying the Test Drive The Arts logo. We'd like you, and your partner or friend, to attend a fabulous live performance – our shout. It's the perfect way to try-before-you-buy.

The Test Drive The Arts offer is only available to patrons who have not attended a performance at the Riverway Arts Centre in the last three years.

61 Circus Acts in 60 Minutes

Thursday 25 June 7.30pm

Presented by Townsville City Council

Circa's all time favourite family show is fast, furious and fun for everyone. Set to upbeat music and featuring four multi-skilled performers, this is circus without the boring bits.

Audiences will gasp at the knife juggling and the human yoyo; be astonished at the really strong guy and the hula hoop split; incredulous at the great ladder balance and the unicycle of death and be helpless with laughter at the tumble splat and the great undie escape.

Watch as intrepid acrobats battle the clock to complete their quota of 61 circus acts in a mere 60 minutes and be dazzled by their skills!

The combination of acts – some unbelievable, other humorously naff or botched – together with likeable performers, audience participation and breathless pace, made for a greatly entertaining and highly-recommended family show.
THE ARGUS, BRIGHTON, UK

Fast and furious family circus entertainment even for those with the shortest attention span.
THE COURIER MAIL, BRISBANE

A grippingly intense atmosphere as the performers race against the clock… a zestful production.
DAILY INFO, OXFORD, UK

A breathless barrage and banquet of circus pandemonium
CITY NEWS, BRISBANE

Venue:	Riverway Arts Centre
Date:	Thursday 25 June
Time:	7.30pm
Tickets:	Adult: $25 Concession: $18 Youth (under 26yrs): $18 Child 15 and under: $14 Family (2ad2ch): $70 Exclusive online offer: Adult $22 Child 15 & under $12

Le Reve

Wednesday 1 July - Friday 3 July

Cabaret presented by La Luna Youth Arts and Extensions Youth Dance

Dreams… a definition:

A sequence of mental images during sleep…

Beautiful illusion…

Idle hope…

La Luna Youth Arts and Extensions Youth Dance Company reunite for the best cabaret Townsville will see in 2009.

Le Reve explores the desires and hopes of young, talented performers through circus art, dance, short film, performance and live music. Get caught up in the intimate storyline and be swept away by your emotions, entertained, until the music fades like the memory of yesterday’s dream.

Join us and unlock your dream journey.

Please note that this performance is table seating and a table number is issued only.  Seating is available anywhere at the table.

Venue:	Riverway Arts Centre
Date:	Wednesday 1 July Thursday 2 July Friday 3 July
Time:	8.00pm
Tickets:	Adult: $25 Concession: $18 School Student: $13 Family (2ad2ch): $60

The Jungle Book - A Musical Tale

Wednesday 15 July 6.30pm

Presented by Townsville City Council

Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book has been popular amongst many generations of children, discussing themes that are as relevant today as they were when they were written.

The Jungle Book tells the story of a young human baby, Mowgli, found in the wilderness by a family of wolves and raised as one of their own. Instructed by his animal mentors he learns over time the rules or ‘Laws’ of the jungle, from the wise black panther, Bagheera and Baloo, the sleepy bear. Both of these friendly beasts contribute to his education.

Townsville City Council presents The Jungle Book – A Musical Tale, brought to life by Hit Productions. Mowgli, now in his early twenties, returns to the jungle to see Baloo and Bagheera. Narrated by Baloo, the songs reflect Mowgli’s time growing up in the jungle.

Covering an eclectic range of styles from contemporary ballad to funk and bongo beat, The Jungle Book songs include Bearstar, Jungle Law, Rumble in the Jungle, Baagheera’s Song and many more.

This show, directed by Glenn Elston, is a bright, colourful and entertaining experience aimed for children 4-12 but can be appreciated by the entire family.

Venue:	Riverway Arts Centre
Date:	Wednesday 15 July
Time:	6.30pm
Tickets:	One Price $15

Tarnished
by La La Parlour

Thursday 16 July 8pm

Presented by Townsville City Council

Following on the high heels of their sell-out seasons across Australia, the ladies of La La Parlour make their Townsville debut with the award-winning, whip-cracking, action-packed showgirl satire, Tarnished.

Presented by the Townsville City Council this show is a guaranteed roller-coaster ride; a skilled, sexy and hysterical theatrical experience, complete with opulent costuming and a devil-may-care attitude.

These sassy gals include Imogen Kelly, the deliciously daring TigerLil, the sensational and stretchy Kellie Vella and physical comedy darling, Neridah Waters.

Tarnished revives audiences, men and women alike, with the
old-fashioned thrill of entertainment replete with; astounding acrobatics, audacious aerials, deconstructed chorus-lines, wild whip-cracking, cheeky hip grinding, bubble baths, balloons and side-splitting physical comedy.

...audiences are left gasping for breaths between laughs...one superb night out.
THE ADELAIDE ADVERTISER

This performance contains adult themes and parental guidance is recommended.

Seating for this event is either Cabaret/Table Seating or Theatre Seating.

Arts Extravaganza

Friday 17 July

Presented by Belgian Gardens State School
 

Year 1 Arts Extravaganza - 6.00pm
Year 3 Arts Extravaganza - 7.30pm

The lower school at Belgian Gardens State School will entertain their audience with an evening of dance, drama and song during their annual Arts Extravaganza. The school String Orchestra and Band will also be showcasing the school's strong instrumental program.

Please note:  Ticket prices are per performance.

Venue:	Riverway Arts Centre
Date:	Friday 17 July
Time:	Year 1 - 6.00pm Year 3 - 7.30pm
Tickets:	Adult: $12.50 Pensioner: $8 Student FT: $8

The Bee Gees Show

Saturday 26 September 8pm

Presented by QLive

This performance has been cancelled.

Refunds will be made available through the Riverway Box Office.

For more information, please phone 4727 9797 or contact Riverway.