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ARTS NEWSLETTER - November & December 2011

Hi Everyone,

The Alexandra Thyme Festival is creating a buzz around Central and there are even more events this weekend. On Wednesday night I had the pleasure of attending a bone-carving workshop with tutor Grant Jefcoate. I came away covered in bone-dust, but extremely proud of my new ‘Antler’ pendant (above), which I created there.

There are still plenty of fun things happening - please think about coming to the Pecha Kucha Night which I am facilitating this Saturday evening. I have managed to procure nine very interesting, creative people to speak about their art practice and how it fits into their lives. Tickets are available from REAP on 03 448 6115. Have a look at the event listing below for more information. I would also recommend the busking competition and the arts and craft markets on Sunday in Pioneer Park - these should be great fun.

Cromwell is holding a Festive Fete on Friday 2nd December at Olssens Vineyard and from what I see on their website this will be a great chance to purchase some special Christmas presents as well as enjoying a lovely day out. There’s live entertainment, as well as a wonderful array of arty, crafty stalls and tempting food stands for a delicious lunch.

‘Voices of Our Ancestors’ is a performance by three Ngāi Tahu musicians at the Alexandra Community Centre next week. This fantastic nationwide tour is not to be missed. Both the Fine Thyme Theatre Company and Alexandra Musical Society are holding auditions soon – this might be a great chance to try your hand at being on the stage. Also artists don’t forget that the Aspiring Art Prize entries close on Monday 5th December and tickets to the Gala night in Wanaka on Saturday 10th December are still available. There is more information below.

That’s all from me - it will officially be summer by the time I send your next email and we will know who will govern New Zealand for the next three years. Make sure you all vote on the 26th as the voices of the people need to be heard this time.

Have a great month!

Cheers

Maxine

What's On

Speargrass Inn - Nigel Wilson

Fri, 16 September 2011 - Sat, 31 December 2011

Nigel usually works in series, each work focusing as its subject, on a particular region …

Aspiring Art Prize - Entries now open

Thu, 13 October 2011 - Fri, 9 December 2011

The aim of Aspiring Art Prize is to foster and encourage artists living and working in …

Hullabaloo - Kay Todd

Sun, 30 October 2011 - Sat, 19 November 2011

“Jazz at the Dinner Table” – new works by Kay Todd.

The Courthouse Cafe - Annemarie Hope-Cross

Fri, 11 November 2011 - Wed, 30 November 2011

Exhibition title: Lacock Botanicals

These images, known as 'sun prints' or …

Thyme Festival Art Exhibition

Sun, 13 November 2011 - Sat, 26 November 2011 @ 9am - 5pm Everyday

A group show of works exhibited from resident artists and artists who …

Thyme Festival - Alexandra

Fri, 18 November 2011 - Sun, 20 November 2011

Thyme Festival originated from a community desire to celebrate the beauty of the …

Thyme Festival - Artists

Fri, 18 November 2011 - Sun, 20 November 2011 @ 9.30 to 4pm

Daily Activities in Pioneer Park

Working Artists 9.30am - 4.00pm Click here to view the …

NEARY PLANE RAHMAN TRIO

Fri, 18 November 2011 @ 7.30pm

UK based Alice Neary (cello), Robert Plane (clarinet) & Sophia Rahman (piano) are …

Pecha Kucha Night

Sat, 19 November 2011 @ 7.30pm

Pecha Kucha Night is a world wide conversation involving the great variety of creative …

Central Cinema - Snow Flower and the Secret Fan

Sat, 19 November 2011 - Sun, 27 November 2011 @ 7.30pm

Snow Flower and the Secret Fan (PG13)

Based on the novel by Lisa See. Directed by …

Buskers on the Boulevarde

Sun, 20 November 2011 @ 10am

All types of performances welcome, if you have an outstanding skill or ability, then we …

Central Cinema - Anima Mundi

Sun, 20 November 2011 @ 2pm

Will you survive the transition of human industrial civilization happening now due to …

Hullabaloo - Luke Anthony

Sun, 20 November 2011 - Sat, 10 December 2011

Luke Anthony - "birds"
Carved wooden Bird Sculptures

Hullabaloo Art Space is a …

Voices of our Ancestors - Alexandra

Tue, 22 November 2011 @ 7.30pm

Three Ngāi Tahu musicians celebrate shared ancestryand stories of the land with lush …

Central Cinema - The Whistle Blower

Sat, 26 November 2011 - Mon, 28 November 2011 @ 7.30pm

Inspired by true events, Kathy (Rachel Weisz) is an American police officer who takes a …

Alexandra Musical Society - Auditions

Sun, 27 November 2011 @ 7.30pm

Alexandra Musical Society “Stars” production runs 25th -28th of January 2012 …

Fine Thyme Theatre Company - Auditions

Mon, 28 November 2011 - Tue, 29 November 2011 @ 8pm

We've got auditions coming up for our next musical production - "Back To The 80's - The …

Creative Writers Circle

Thu, 1 December 2011 - Thu, 2 February 2012

Our writers group is to be called Creative Writers Circle and it meets on the first …

Mark Wilson & Emma - A Christmas Special

Fri, 2 December 2011

Mark Wilson and Emma A Christmas Special

Mark Wilson started playing when he was five. …

Summer Festive Fete

Fri, 2 December 2011 @ 10.00am - 3.30pm

The inaugural Summer Festive Fete will be held near Cromwell, Central Otago. This …

The Central Otago Regional Choir - Queenstown

Fri, 2 December 2011 @ 7.30pm

The Central Otago Regional Choir’s concert ‘We Wish You …

The Central Otago Regional Choir - Wanaka

Sat, 3 December 2011 @ 7.30pm

The Central Otago Regional Choir’s concert ‘We Wish You …

The Central Otago Regional Choir - Alexandra

Sun, 4 December 2011 @ 2.30pm

The Central Otago Regional Choir’s concert ‘We Wish You …

NZSO - The Sunday Star-Times Tour

Mon, 5 December 2011 @ 7.30pm

The Sunday Star-Times Tour.

Alexander Briger -conductor
Helen Medlyn - mezzo-soprano

…

Central Stories Museum and Art Gallery - The Hoffman Collection

Sun, 11 December 2011 - Mon, 2 January 2012 @ 9am - 5pm Everyday

In association with the Alexandra Patchwork Group

Mark Wilson & Cathy Irons

Thu, 15 December 2011

“Romancing the Violin: a Musical Gift”

Cathy Irons (violin) and Mark Wilson …

Maniototo Garden Tour

Wed, 28 December 2011 @ 10am 4pm

Run by the Maniototo Garden Club.

Beautiful gardens, art and festive treats.

$10 per person

The Sprintcar Rockfest

Thu, 29 December 2011 @ 4pm

The Sprintcar Rockfest is a combined event showcasing a line-up of International …

Clyde New Years Eve Party

Sat, 31 December 2011 - Sun, 1 January 2012

This is the place to be if you want to celebrate the New Year when holidaying in …


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