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The Festival kicks off!
Tasmanian International Arts Festival has gathered some of the world’s finest artists and performers, for a creative whirlwind across the island from 5 to 29 March 2015. We’re bringing Launceston an extravaganza of theatre, music and visual arts. Come and celebrate local, interstate and international artists and enjoy the longest running and only state-wide festival in Tasmania. Download a copy of the Tasmanian International Arts Festival program here or purchase tickets at tendays.org.au or by phone on (03) 6210 5777.
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STAN’S CAFE THEATRE COMPANY BRINGS THE CARDINALS TO THE MAGNIFICENT ST John's Anglican Church |
In this thoughtful, funny and hugely entertaining work, three cardinals perform an elaborate puppet show depicting the most recognisable tales from the Bible. The Cardinals considers the various meanings of belief in a wry and insightful theatrical work that gracefully provokes without offending. Fans of inventive theatre will love this visual feast by Stan’s Cafe who are known internationally as artistic trailblazers.
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I HEART DANCE |
Headlining our stellar dance program is Rising, a compelling and beautiful performance by award-winning dancer Aakash Odedra, one of the most exciting young dancers and choreographers working in the UK. Homegrown dance troupe Stompin explore the impact and importance of the choices we make in 6000 to 1
and Tasdance present The Body as a Riddle, a free event that will captivate audiences at Launceston’s Harvest Market.
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STAGE MEETS SCREEN IN THE TERRIFYINGLY FUNNY DEMENTIA 13 |
Live actors, musicians and a sound effects artist bring cult cinema to life in a fusion of performance and film that will have audiences screaming in fear and shrieking with laughter! Before The Godfather and Apocalypse Now, there was Dementia 13, Francis Ford Coppola’s 1963 gothic horror debut. New Zealand’s Live Live Cinema bring every creeping footstep and murderous axe blow to life as the film screens above them. This is better than the movies, this is cinema in 4-D!
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EL SON ENTERO BRINGS CUBA TO TOWN IN PASAJE |
Pasaje captures a moment of living musical history as Cuban band, El Son Entero share their fascinating culture through film, music and story. Enjoy the energy and pulsating rhythms of Cuba’s musical styles in El Son Entero’s unique performance.
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A Journey Through Australia’s Heartland |
Black Arm Band astounded Tasmania with its sold-out performances of Hidden Republic at Ten Days in 2011. Now, this powerhouse company of Indigenous music and theatre returns to Launceston and Hobart with dirtsong. Showcasing and celebrating the very best of Australian Aboriginal music, experience and identity, Black Arm Band is a collective of renowned Indigenous singers, musicians, performers and actors.
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$2 Bus Fares this March |
The cheap seats are on us! Show the driver your ticket to any Tasmanian International Arts Festival performance and cut the cost of your bus fare to just $2. Offer valid from 5-29 March on all Launceston Metro routes. This is a great excuse to leave your car at home and take a bus to and from the venue. Visit our friends at Metro to organise your trip. Also, keep an eye out for our traffic-stopping bus backs that will be making your commute more fun!
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