Events from 1 April, 2011 to 30 April, 2011

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5 March 2011

THE UNDERSCORE

Arts & Culture

Carly Whouley was born and bred in Cairns, and obtained a Bachelor of Film and Television Production from Griffith University’s Queensland College of Art in 2002.

“Our landscape is grand and beautiful and saturated with enough textbook aesthetics to make any fanny pack-wearing tourist wee their cargo pants. Alas, so much goes unnoticed - the diminutive, modest, concealed quarters that form the underscore to this magnificently large-scale production. This is the Cairns that my grandparents, parents, siblings, friends and I know so well.”

OPENING NIGHT FRI 11 March 2011 5.30pm - 8.30pm
Please join us at Cell Art Space, 109 Lake St at 5.30pm sharp to officially launch The Underscore. From 6pm - 8.30pm meet the artist and enjoy food and drinks at Twelve Bar Café, Cnr Lake & Shields St.

The Underscore is celebrating the 100th Anniversary of International Women’s Day, the major day of global recognition for the economic, political and social achievements of women.

The Underscore is supported by the Visual Arts and Craft Strategy, an initiative of the Australian, State and Territory Governments.

Time:
5 Mar 2011 9:00 AM to 2 Apr 2011 9:00 AM
Venue:
Cell Art Space
Website:
http://www.cellartspace.com

7 March 2011

Absolute Beginners Yoga Course - Cairns

Community

Always wanted to try yoga but think you're not flexible enough?
or just not sure where to start?...

...then Soul Train Yoga's Absolute Beginners Yoga Course is just for you! Over 5 weeks Soul Train Yoga will gently introduce you to yoga postures, breathing techniques and meditation. Gain an understanding of the benefits of yoga for the mind, body and soul. Find out about different styles of yoga. Begin to experience the results of a regular yoga practice and find out how to integrate yoga into your daily life. Course notes are provided each week.

There are toilets at the class locations for your use before, during and after the class. All yoga mats are provided and course notes are emailed to you each week. All you need is to wear clothing you can move easily in, preferably clothing where you can see your wrist, ankle and knee joints as this helps with your alignment. Bring a water bottle. We practice yoga in bare feet, so no special footwear is required. Once you have graduated from the Beginners Yoga Course then you can sign up for Yoga Boot Camp!

Just so you know, we have an open door policy so that anyone running late is welcome to join us when they get there. We think it's better to get a bit of a yoga class than none at all. There are always mats left out at the back of the class so anyone running late can just slip in.

Absolute Beginners Yoga - 5 week course
Mondays 7:15pm - 8:30pm
7th Mar - 4th Apr
$65

For details or questions please call Alison on 0407 092 967.

Time:
7 Mar 2011 7:00 PM to 4 Apr 2011 8:15 PM
Venue:
Tanks Art Centre
Phone:
0407 092 967
Website:
http://www.soultrainyoga.com
Bookings:
http://www.soultrainyoga.com/onlinepayment
Ticket Price:
$65

13 March 2011

T3 TALKS-TUNES-TAPAS

Arts & Culture

T3 TALKS-TUNES-TAPAS

Melissa and Rebecca Edwards Co-Directors of Cell Art Space present the first night of the not to be missed T3 program! It’s Friday the 13th - get amongst the very superstitious action on Lake St, City Place, Cairns

FRI 13 May 2011 5:30 - 8:30pm FREE

5:30 - 6pm at Cell Art Space view Effervescence an installation by Rebecca Claire Edwards and experimental sounds by Thomas Will Collis. Bring your bean bag.

6:15 - 6:45pm at C.1907 Contemporary Artspace Lou Davidson, Rebecca Claire Edwards, Tracy-Ann Rees Mortimer, Glen O’Malley and Carly Whouley, exhibiting artists hold an interactive panel session discussing photography in their pop up exhibition; Cairns Contemporary Photographers.

7 - 7:30pm at Twelve Bar Café adventure to horror to folk is what you are likely to hear from emerging indie horror band Archdale; Dean Whitby - Guitar/Vocals, Ella Edwards - Organ/Piano/Vocals, Jack Riddle - Guitar/Bass, Aiden King – Drums.

7 - 8:30pm at Twelve Bar Café the crew serve up tapas and drinks.

For more information please contact info@cellartspace.com

Cell Art Space, 109 Lake St, City Place
C.1907 Contemporary Artspace, Lake St, City Place
Twelve Bar Café, Cnr Lake and Shield St, City Place

T3 TALKS-TUNES-TAPAS is supported by Cairns Regional Council.

Time:
13 Mar 2011 5:30 PM to 13 May 2011 8:30 PM
Venue:
Cell Art Space
Phone:
0403
Website:
http://www.cellartspace.com

16 March 2011

Yoga Boot Camp - Sunrise Sessions At The Tanks

Community

Yoga Boot Camp!!?? A Contradiction??
What's it all about?
Ok, well the Boot Camp part just refers to committing to a yoga intensive over one month, practising at sunrise, so other than the early morning time of 6:15am there's no real harshness to it! No whistles, no running and no yelling, just a strong invigorating class!

Start your day with clarity, focus,determination and a deep sense of peace!

Yoga Boot Camp run by Soul Train Yoga will help you develop a strong regular yoga practice. Held throughout the wet season as indoor intensives at The Tanks, then from April to November sessions are held outdoors in the spectacular Botanic Gardens. Yoga Boot Camps are run as 8 class intensives giving you an opportunity to see the results that consistent effort can bring. Classes are suitable for beginners to advanced.

Next Intensive:

YOGA BOOT CAMP - Sunrise Session at The Tanks
Wed & Fri 6:15am - 7:15am
Wed 16th Mar - Fri 8th Apr
8 class intensive

Tank 3, Tanks Art Centre, 46 Collins Ave, Edge Hill

What to Bring?
Indoor intensives: Bring a water bottle. Mats provided.

Outdoor intensives: Bring a yoga mat or by prior arrangement hire a yoga mat from us ($10 for the duration of the intensive), bring your own blanket and a water bottle.

What to wear?
Wear clothing you can move easily in. Ideally wear something that allows you to see your wrist, elbow, ankle and knee joints, as this helps you and the teacher with your alignment. Yoga is done in bare feet, so no special footwear is required.

How to pay:
Yoga Boot Camp indoors at the Tanks: $95 (includes mat hire)
Yoga Boot Camp outdoors in the Gardens: $95 (plus additional $10 mat hire if required).

Book & Pay online at www.soultrainyoga.com/onlinepayment

Time:
16 Mar 2011 6:15 AM to 8 Apr 2011 7:15 AM
Venue:
Tanks Art Centre
Phone:
0407 092 967
Website:
http://www.yogabootcamp.com.au
Bookings:
www.soultrainyoga.com/onlinepayment
Ticket Price:
95

1 April 2011

Malu Minar (Sea Pattern): Art of the Torres Strait

Arts & Culture

An exhibition showcasing the dynamic art and culture of the Torres Strait. The exhibition includes impressive linocuts, fabulous dancemasks and headdresses, textiles and sculpture.

Time:
1 Apr 2011 10:00 AM to 22 Mar 2011 5:00 PM
Venue:
 
Phone:
0740464800
Website:
http://www.cairnsregionalgallery.com.au
Ticket Price:
$5 adults, children under 16 free

2 April 2011

Out! Cairns presents a FANTASEA Party

Community

A Cairns LGBT community organised dance party event. The Heritage, 9pm-5am. $5 entry.

Time:
2 Apr 2011 9:00 PM to 3 Apr 2011 5:00 AM
Venue:
The Heritage
Phone:
0740415451

Austen Tayshus Comedy Show

Nightlife

AUSTEN TAYSHUS, the biggest name in Australian Comedy is appearing at the Cairns Courthouse Hotel on Saturday, 2 April.

Doors open at 7.30pm in the Main Bar - this is an 18years + event. Limited tickets are available.

This world-class stand-up comedy act is not to be missed.

Contact Tammy Doolan on T: 4081 7777 or E: tammy@cairnscourthousehotel.com.au for details.

Time:
2 Apr 2011 7:30 PM to 12:00 PM
Venue:
Cairns Courthouse Hotel
Phone:
07 4081 7777
Website:
http://www.cairnscourthousehotel.com.au
Bookings:
tammy@cairnscourthousehotel.com.au
Ticket Price:
Members: $15 :: Non-members: $25

3 April 2011

Chemicals and Kids: Raising Healthy Kids in a Toxic World

Community

A public seminar: non toxic living for you and your family. This seminar exposes the hidden contaminents in many everyday foods, personal care products, medications and household products. Dr Sarah Lantz is a university lecturer, researcher, writer and a mother. She is currently employed as a Research Fellow at the University of Queensland. She passionately believes in conscious, compassionate parenting and is committed to organic living and developing a sustainable, natural environment for future generations.

Time:
3 Apr 2011 2:00 PM to 3 Mar 2011 4:00 PM
Venue:
Brothers World of Entertainment
Phone:
0438174947
Bookings:
Baby Yeti, Cairns Montessori, Neils Organics, Enviromart
Ticket Price:
15

5 April 2011

3 of a Kind

Arts & Culture

Cell Art Space and C.1907 Contemporary Artspace two unique Artist Run Initiatives in Lake St, Cairns present 3 of a Kind.
 
3 of a Kind celebrates the work of past and upcoming Cell Art Space exhibitors and co-directors, curated by Rebecca Claire Edwards. This exhibition showcases works by a vibrant group of art practitioners working in contemporary art forms including photography, painting, ceramics, sculpture, felt and mixed media.
  
OPEN NIGHT FRI 8 APRIL 2011 5.30 - 8.30PM
 
view works by
Deb Clarke
Melissa Edwards
Rebecca Claire Edwards   
Amanda Feher 
Natalie Green 
Lyndell Hayes 
Shane Morris
Kirsty Mulley  
Regan O'Neill 
Sangit Tafelmaier 
Carly Whouley
Nicolette Worth

C.1907 CONTEMPORARY ARTSPACE - CITY PLACE, CAIRNS CBD
GALLERY OPEN TUES TO SAT 10AM – 4PM

Time:
5 Apr 2011 10:00 AM to 9 Apr 2011 4:00 PM
Venue:
 
Phone:
Cell Art Space info@cellartspace.com
Website:
http://www.c1907.com.au
Bookings:
FREE ALL WELCOME

6 April 2011

Taste of the Tropics featuring celebrity chef Manu Fieldel

Food & Wine

In line with our fine dining ethos, The Elandra will host the incredibly popular "Taste of The Tropics" food and cooking experience featuring Australia's most recognized practitioners of high cuisine Chefs Alastair McLeod, Manu Fieldel and Miguel Maestres.
Mau Fieldel, fresh from My Kitchen Rules, will commence his event on 6th April 2011.
There are options of a 4 day stay at The Elandra which includes accommodation, 3 initimate cooking experiences/ master class with the celebrity chef including the infamous Gala Dinner, an arrival dinner, one gourmet meal per day as part of the cooking events, a la carte breakfast daily, exotic fruit farm tour and transfers to and from Cairns Airport.

Time:
6 Apr 2011 2:00 PM to 10 Apr 2011 10:00 AM
Venue:
 
Phone:
07 4068 8154
Website:
http://elandraresorts.com
Bookings:
07 4068 8154
Ticket Price:
$1500 per person twin share

Get Crabby at the Courthouse

Nightlife

LIVE MUD CRAB RACES EVERY WEDNESDAY

Enter the WORLD FAMOUS live mudcrab races and win great prizes including an awesome SKY DIVE thanks to Skydive Australia.

Time:
6 Apr 2011 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Venue:
Cairns Courthouse Hotel
Phone:
07 40817777
Website:
http://www.cairnscourthousehotel.com.au

7 April 2011

Timeless Style Seminar

Fundraising

Support the Wheellie Mad Women in their quest to raise funds for local kids with Cerebral Palsy while you discover the real you! Learn how to enhance your best features with Gerlinda of Mirror Image Consultations. Gerlinda will show you how to look taller and slimmer, what clothes to work for your body shape, what patterns suit you and how to finish with the right accessories.

5:30 pm for 6:15 pm presentation
Thursday 7 April 2011
Cairns Cruising Yacht Squadron
42-48 Tingira Street, Portsmith

Time:
7 Apr 2011 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Venue:
 
Phone:
0407 064 540
Bookings:
wheelliemadwomen@gmail.com
Ticket Price:
$20

8 April 2011

Taste of the Tropics Gala Dinner featuring Celebrity Chef Manu Fieldel

Food & Wine

Taste of The Tropics Gala Dinner hosted by Celebrity Chef Manu Fieldel.
Get up close and personal and let our Celebrity Chef's take you on an gastronomical journey you will never forget. Accommodation specials are available for the night of the Gala Dinner.

Time:
8 Apr 2011 6:00 PM to 12:00 PM
Venue:
 
Phone:
07 4068 8154
Website:
http://elandraresorts.com
Bookings:
07 4068 8154
Ticket Price:
$150 per person

9 April 2011

Taste of the Tropics Master Class featuring Manu Fieldel

Food & Wine

Ever wanted to participate in a Master Class with one of Australia's best known chef's? Come to The Elandra Mission Beach and learn from the best - Manu Fieldel will be hosting a MasterClass as part of our Taste of The Tropics events in 2011

Time:
9 Apr 2011 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Venue:
 
Phone:
07 4068 8154
Website:
http://elandraresorts.com
Bookings:
07 4068 8154
Ticket Price:
$70 per person

12 April 2011

What Are The Odds? by Angela Murphy

Theatre

ONLY 5 SHOWS TO GO!

A comedy about four women who reunite at a Melbourne Cup party in Cairns – and you are invited! Watch as the champagne flows, the 80s songs come out and hilarious realities are exposed.
Bec ’s once perfect life is racing out of control; her aging mother has taken to appearing naked in public, her estranged husband has shacked up with his ‘girlfriend’ in their luxury home and Bec has moved into a besser block shoebox. To top it all off she is turning forty on Melbourne Cup Day. When a mysterious package arrives, Bec is compelled to hold a birthday party, inviting a group of friends from her past. Bec themes the party around their mothers’ famous Melbourne Cup lunch events back in the 70s. We watch as the four women gallop into their pasts, revealing untold truths that rewrite history.
Told through witty dialogue, songs, a 70s ‘baby-boomer’ aesthetic and with ‘the race that stops the nation’ as a backdrop, What Are The Odds? explores the relationships between women and how family secrets are held across generations.
FEATURING Tia Adoberg, Kathryn Ash, Louise Brehmer & Roz Pappalardo
DIRECTED BY Ian Lawson DESIGNER Luke Ede LIGHTING DESIGNER Ben Hughes COMPOSER & SOUND DESIGNER Peter Bishop DRAMATURG Peter Matheson

Feedback:

"Angela Murphy’s new play is a triumph, not to be missed. It is a comedy with underlying elements of pathos. Ian Lawson’s direction is almost flawless. This play delivers audience satisfaction in spades. The opening night crowd was thoroughly engaged from start to finish. I predict tickets will soon be hard to get." (Reviewer Glyn Davies for Arts Nexus, April 3rd)

Time:
12 Apr 2011 6:30 PM to 16 Apr 2011 10:00 PM
Venue:
JUTE Theatre
Phone:
4050 9444
Website:
http://www.jute.com.au
Bookings:
1300 855 835
Ticket Price:
$17 to $30

15 April 2011

Outback Country Rock and Blues

Music

Don't miss a spectacular weekend of music and mates in the unique setting that is Undara Experience and the Gulf Savannah.
Six new and returning artists will perform over 3 days. Accommodation, including camping, available to suit all budgets. Tours of the Undara Lava Tubes. Self cater or dine in Fettlers Iron Pot Bistro. Experience Bush Breakfast.
Undara Experience is 275km SW of Cairns along a fully sealed road. Fly-in options available.
Bookings Essential - accommodation selling fast.

Time:
15 Apr 2011 5:00 PM to 17 Feb 2011 3:00 PM
Venue:
 
Phone:
1800 990 992
Website:
http://www.undara.com.au
Bookings:
res@undara.com.au / 1800 990 992
Ticket Price:
$115 - 3 Day Pass. $60 - Friday. $90 - Saturday

19 April 2011

12 Degrees of Latitude

Arts & Culture

An landmark exhibition of new works curated solely from 27 of Queensland's regional gallery and university art collections. The exhibition features major Australian, Indigenous, Pacific and European artwork dating from teh 17th to the 21st Century.

Time:
19 Apr 2011 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Venue:
 
Phone:
070464800
Website:
http://www.cairnsregionalgallery.com.au
Ticket Price:
$5 per adult, children under 16 free

24 April 2011

Lazy Sunday @ the squadron

Music

Affordable food, great views and the brilliant sounds of Danny and the Dry nights, featuring Tommy T-bone. Waterfront dining for the locals at its best.

Time:
24 Apr 2011 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Venue:
 
Phone:
(07) 40355115
Website:
http://ccysquadron.com.au

20 October 2011

A Festival of Russian Ballet

Arts & Culture

Returning to Australia in 2011....Imperial Russian Ballet Company’s “Festival of Russian Ballet”.
The Festival of Russian Ballet features a diverse and stunning programme in three awe-inspiring acts.

Act One – Don Quixote
Don Quixote was first performed in Moscow’s Bolshoi Theatre in 1869. Since then it has been performed all over the world by Russian and International companies.
Former Bolshoi soloist and head of the Imperial Russian Ballet Company, Gediminas Taranda, has taken the four acts of the original ballet with its gradual evolution and transformed it into one impetuous act.

Act Two – Bolero
Bolero is a striking and dramatic ballet. Ravel was inspired to create this masterpiece after visiting a large industrial factory. There he noticed the slow regular movement of the assembly lines and the crash of machine and materials. Bolero is regarded as one of the world’s music masterpieces.

Act Three – Highlights from the world’s great ballets including Giselle, Carmen, The Dying Swan and Le Corsaire. Also in Act Three, Gopak and Ne Me Quittes Pas, Can Can Surprise
The Imperial Russian Ballet Company have performed this three-hour ballet extravaganza all around the world, thrilling audiences and impressing critics. Richard Mays writing in The Evening Standard wrote:

Ballet virtuosity stuns audience
AN ASTOUNDING and exhilarating three-hour programme brought most ballet fans to their feet last night.
Perhaps the few who remained seated were simply stunned by excess, as this touring ballet treasure trove heaped pleasure upon delight, capping virtuosity with even more outstanding steps, leaps and turns.

www.russianballet.com.au

Time:
20 Oct 2011 8:00 PM to 20 Apr 2011 10:40 PM
Venue:
Cairns Civic Theatre
Phone:
1300 855 835
Website:
http://russianballet.com.au
Bookings:
TicketLink www.ticketlink.com.au
Ticket Price:
from $64.90

12 November 2011

FUN ART GROUP

Arts & Culture

Informal group of amateur artists meet every Wednesday 11am-3pm BYO materials, lunch
cost $4.oo to assist the hire of the hall and coffee
every one welcome
contact YMCA Ph 40577507

Time:
12 Nov 2011 7:00 PM to 12 Jan 2011 7:00 PM
Venue: