November 2011 - Events, Editorials and Opportunities
Welcome to November, though it certainly does not feel like the year is slowing down. Culturehunter.org has a been receiving a steady stream of news, events and editorials from members and would like to thank everyone for contributing such a diverse range of cultural content.
Culturehunter.org would like to welcome our newest member, the Hunter Arts Access Network, who have formed to establish greater connections between accessible arts programs providers and workers across the Hunter. And in keeping with this theme, please be sure to drop into the ART COUNTS exhibition opening on 24 Nov.
For all the designers out there, Tantrum Theatre is currently seeking expressions of interest from designers/visual artists to undertake the role of Designer for a new production in 2012 presented in
partnership with Australian Theatre for Young People. Spread the word!
Also, another project close to the heart of culturehunter.org is the beginning of a Magnificent Revolution in Australia. Culturehunter.org's project officer, Greer Allen, has returned from 3 months working with Magnificent Revolution UK on pedal power events, art installations and workshops. Stay tuned for upcoming events and workshops in and around the Hunter Region.
Whats On
- Nonsensica: A Night Of Comedy And Stuff
- Exhibition at Watt Space Gallery 26 October - 13 November 2011
- LIFE DRAWING CLASSES @ MAITLAND REGIONAL GALLERY
- Masterworks: Handel's Messiah
- Exhibition: 100 Women
- Exhibition: Honours 2011 at the University Gallery
- Exhibition: Honours 2011 at Watt Space
- Art Counts exhibition opens 24 November
- Poetry at the Pub
- Newcastle Irish Set Dancers
- Hunter Bush Poets
- Newcastle People's Chorus
- Strath Hunter Dancers
- Welsh & Cornish Folk Dancing
- Poetry at the Pub
- LIFE DRAWING IN COLOUR CLASSES @ MAITLAND REGIONAL GALLERY
- Rathmines Catalina Festival
- Lake Macquarie Fellowship of Australian Writers
Opportunities
- HUNTER ARTS ACCESS NETWORK
- Submit a Film to Pedal-Powered Film Screenings in Hong Kong
- Octapod seeks Accounts/Admin Officer 9 hours pw
- Seascape and Beyond Art Exhibition and Fundraiser for beyondblue: the national depression and anxiety initiative
- Compass Community Art Space presents Art: the place to be by Richmond Fellowship NSW Hunter
- LIFE DRAWING IN COLOUR CLASSES @ MAITLAND REGIONAL ART GALLERY
Notice Board
- Octapod blog: Look what we SAW
- Help young people have an impact on their world
- Octapod closed for renovations...extended
- Theater Review - 'Ghosts' Playing at the Newcastle Theatre Company By Fern
- Stall Holders needed
- Ironwood presents "Hornsignal"
- Feast your eyes on this. Octapod's Latest Blog
- Heavens Burlesque Show!!
- Octapod blog: PODspace - What's the News?!
Octapod blog: Look what we SAW
Stay up to date with Octapod's latest news via our blog: http://octapodartsandculture.wordpress.com/2011/10/19/look-what-we-saw/ Cheers The Octapod Team ... Read more
Help young people have an impact on their world
Octapod closed for renovations...extended
The PODspace gallery renovations are not quite finished...and so the Octapod office will remain closed on Monday 31st October, Tuesday 1st November and Friday 4th November. The office will be open on Wednesday 2nd and Thursday 3rd November, 12-5pm. The gallery will then open in mid November. You can still contact Octapod via email: admin[at]octapod.org. Cheers ... Read more
Theater Review - 'Ghosts' Playing at the Newcastle Theatre Company By Fern
‘Ghosts’ by Henrick Ibsen (1828-1906) Directed by Debra Hely & Performed by the Newcastle Theatre Company Season Wednesday October 12th to Saturday October 22nd. Call 4952 4958 for bookings. ... Read more
Stall Holders needed
Stall holders are still needed for the 2011 Rainbow Festival Picnic ... Read more
Ironwood presents "Hornsignal"
... Read more
Feast your eyes on this. Octapod's Latest Blog
Feast your eyes on this. Octapod's Latest Blog: http://octapodartsandculture.wordpress.com/2011/10/12/eye-pod/ Cheers The Octapod Team ... Read more
Heavens Burlesque Show!!
Due to Popular Demand: Heavens Burlesque!! A cheeky evening out!!! Fantastic Line up! See the amazing ATOMIC ANGELS!!! Cheeky skits! ... Read more
Octapod blog: PODspace - What's the News?!
If you’ve walked past Octapod in the last couple of weeks, I’m sure you noticed the exciting building work that’s been going on. So where’s it up to, you ask? Find out in our blog, as well as the latest about Art Counts, an exhibition by artists with disabilities, presented by the Hunter Disability Network and about Hatch: Octapod Ideas Night: ... Read more
HUNTER ARTS ACCESS NETWORK
Arts Access Australia and Arts Upper Hunter are co-ordinating the development of the Hunter Arts Access Network, a creative community building project focusing on establishing connections and communications between accessible arts program providers and arts access workers from across the 12 LGAs of the Hunter Region. A Community Forum&nbs ... Read more
Submit a Film to Pedal-Powered Film Screenings in Hong Kong
The Mag Rev team has been invited to host a series of pedal powered film screenings across Hong Kong city during the 2011 DETOUR Festival (http://www.detour.hk/) between 22 Nov and 7 Dec. ... Read more
Octapod seeks Accounts/Admin Officer 9 hours pw
Octapod, a Newcastle based arts and media non-profit organisation is looking for a permanent part-time Accounts/Admin Officer. Must have excellent MYOB and Excel skills. Send resume and letter addressing the Selection Criteria via email to: ... Read more
Seascape and Beyond Art Exhibition and Fundraiser for beyondblue: the national depression and anxiety initiative
check out the website for all details of the exhibition and artists entry form ... Read more
Compass Community Art Space presents Art: the place to be by Richmond Fellowship NSW Hunter
Compass Community Art Space is proud to host Art: the place to be by the Richmond Fellowship of NSW. Richmond Fellowship of NSW Hunter would like to invite you to an exhibition of artworks on paper & canvas. Opening hours from Monday - Friday 10 - 14 Oct 2011, during 11:30 - 2:30. ... Read more
LIFE DRAWING IN COLOUR CLASSES @ MAITLAND REGIONAL ART GALLERY
If you've always wanted to know how to start to draw the human figure or would like to advance your drawing skills, these classes will cater for both. In these last sessions for the year we will be exploring techniques with colour in various mediums, from coloured pecils to paint or any medium that suits you. ... Read more
Nonsensica: A Night Of Comedy And Stuff
Na, na, na, na, Na, na, na, na, Na, na, nonsense ... Read more
Exhibition at Watt Space Gallery 26 October - 13 November 2011
Exhibitions to be opened by Brett Alexander, artist and lecturer at the University of Newcastle, at 6.30pm Thursday 27 October. The Loading Dock and Pit, 'still wet' by Amy Hill. The Long Room, 'Dream-States' by Zoe Allen. The Long Room, 'Spectrum of Emotions' by Leasha Craig. The Locker Room and Hoist, 'Outside the Interior' by Rachael Ireland. ... Read more
LIFE DRAWING CLASSES @ MAITLAND REGIONAL GALLERY
If you've always wanted to know how to start to draw the human figure or would like to advance your drawing skills, these classes will cater for both. In these last sessions for the year we will be exploring techniques with colour in various mediums, from coloured pencils to paint or any medium that suits you. ... Read more
Masterworks: Handel's Messiah
Avondale College of Higher Education Fine Arts Series presents Handel’s Messiah with the Avondale Singers and the Avondale Chamber Orchestra. Conducted by Dr Philip Matthias, Director of Church Music studies at the Newcastle Conservatorium, and conductor of the University of Newcastle Chamber Choir. ... Read more
Exhibition: 100 Women
Bringing together stories from Australia and around the world, 100 Women celebrates the achievements and challenges of one hundred remarkable women. Women profiled include artist Margaret Olley, actress Susie Porter and county singer Catherine Britt, as well as women who inspire through their daily achievements. ... Read more
Exhibition: Honours 2011 at the University Gallery
Exhibitions for the Honours year of the Fine Art Degree at the University of Newcastle. You are invited to the exhibition opening Friday 28 October at 6pm. ... Read more
Exhibition: Honours 2011 at Watt Space
Exhibitions for the Honours year of the Fine Art Degree at the University of Newcastle. You are invited to the opening at Watt Space on Thursday 27 October at 6.30pm. ... Read more
Art Counts exhibition opens 24 November
Presented by the Disability Network Hunter, 'Art Counts' is an exhibition showcasing the works of artists with disabilities in support of the ‘Every Australian Counts’ campaign for a National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Curated by Sally Bourke. Opening Thursday 24th November at 11am at NAS (Newcastle Art Space). All welcome to attend and meet the artists. ... Read more
Poetry at the Pub
All meetings include an open reading bracket. Contact Clark: 0407 225 441 www.poetryatthepub.com ... Read more
Newcastle Irish Set Dancers
Please phone first before attending. Julia Smith or Arthur Kinglsand: 49555 701, arthur.kingsland@tpg.com.au ... Read more
Hunter Bush Poets
Contact: Bob 4953 2751 ... Read more
Newcastle People's Chorus
New members welcome. Contact: Fran 4968 9418 ... Read more
Strath Hunter Dancers
Adults dancing group. Contact: Elma 4943 3436 ... Read more
Welsh & Cornish Folk Dancing
Beginners welcome. Contact: Margaret 4952 1327, westwick1@dodo.com.au ... Read more
Poetry at the Pub
All meetings include an open reading bracket. Contact Clark: 0407 225 441 www.poetryatthepub.com ... Read more
LIFE DRAWING IN COLOUR CLASSES @ MAITLAND REGIONAL GALLERY
If you've always wanted to know how to start to draw the human figure or would like to advance your drawing skills, these classes will cater for both. In these last sessions for the year we will be exploring techniques with colour in various mediums, from coloured pencils to paint or any medium that suits you. ... Read more
Rathmines Catalina Festival
Come and see the spectacular RAFF Routlettes display along with fly pasts from Sea Planes, Tiger Moths and Cessna aircraft. A diorama of the original RAAF Flying Boat base will be on display, food and market stalls, pony and camel rides, amusement rides , art show and vintage and military vehicles display, entertainment all day. ... Read more
Lake Macquarie Fellowship of Australian Writers
Lake Macquarie Fellowship of Australian Writers, Saturday 5th November , 2011, 2pm- 4pm. Toronto multipurpose centre; All welcome, no charge for visitors. This month features a workshop on overcoming writer's block. Enquiries and more information, call Linda on 49771832 or Jan on 40270036. ... Read more
