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Friday 2 March, 7:30pm
CQCM Theatre, CQUniversity Mackay Campus
FREE - No bookings required.
This performance is the culmination of the one week Theatre Bootcamp at CQCM Mackay. You will be introduced to the new first year students in the Bachelor of Theatre Program with a lively program of acting, songs and dance. Your support for the start of these young adults' journey in theatre is greatly appreciated. Please note: The content of this program may contain adult themes and occasional strong language.
Wednesday 7 March, 6 - 7pm
CQCM Theatre, CQUniversity Mackay Campus
FREE - No bookings required
Hosted by Judith Brown, these award-winning lecture recitals feature the talents of Conservatorium staff and senior students, and the magnificent sounds of the Stuart and Sons grand piano. Be entertained and informed!
Retrovert Concert Series
Tuesday 20 - Thursday 22 March, 12:30pm
Palmwoods Hotel and Buderim Tavern, Noosa
FREE - No bookings required
Music Theatre Production: Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
Thursday 29 March, 7:30pm
Friday 30 March, 11am and 7:30pm
Saturday 31 March, 2pm and 7:30pm
Sunday 1 April, 2pm
CQCM Theatre, CQUniversity Mackay Campus
Adults $30, Concession $25, Con Friends $20, Students/Children $15, Family (2 adults & 2 children) $80
Booking: Mackay Entertainment and Convention Centre 4961 9700
Music and Lyrics by David Yazbek
Directed by Dale Pengelly
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (the musical) is based on the 1988 film of the same name, which starred Steve Martin and Michael Caine. Set in modern times, this is a riotous comedy about two con artists who ply their trade on the French Riviera. Their escapades make for a great night of entertainment. This production will be directed and choreographed by Dale Pengelly who directed the 2009 CQCM production of Cabaret.
This engaging theatre event is especially aimed at young audiences from pre-school to grade two. The show informs children about the benefits of healthy eating. The larger-than-life characters learn about eating the right foods to make them healthy and strong, singing and dancing their way through a story set in a circus tent.
Goodie and Sweetie arrive at the beach with a basket of food for lunch, but something else has caught their attention. The smell of fried fish fingers wafts over the pair as the wicked Captain Cook (complete with fry-pan hand) tries to lure them onto his ship, the Bad Ship Lollipop. He successfully captures Sweetie, leaving Goodie alone to rescue her sister. With the help of her Mighty Foods, a banana, a carrot and some nuts Goodie sets out to save Sweetie … but will she make it?
Sunday 15 April, 3pm
CQCM Theatre, CQUniversity Mackay Campus
Adults/Con Friends $10, Students/Children $5
Tickets can be purchased at the door on the day
Supported by the Con Friends, this Sunday afternoon series of concerts showcases the talents of the Conservatorium students. Enjoy music and theatre at its most entertaining and support the students as bussing professional artists. The afternoon is topped off with pizza and wine or softdrink in the Con Friends courtyard - all included in the one price!
Sunday 22 April, 3:00pm
CQCM Theatre, CQUniversity Mackay Campus
Adults $20, Concession $15, Con Friends/Students/Children $10
Tickets can be purchased at the door on the night
Paul Tabone is a graduate of the Bachelor of Theatre program at CQCM who recently performed a lead role in Andrew Lloyd Webber's Love Never Dies in the professional productions in Melbourne and Sydney. He is leaving our shores to follow his love of opera to study in Italy. The concert will also feature the Sunbird Duo comprising Cheryl Fiedler (soprano) and Kim Kirkman (harp).
Wednesday 2 May, 6 - 7pm
FREE - No bookings required
CQCM Theatre, CQUniversity Mackay Campus
Hosted by Judith Brown, these award-winning lecture recitals feature the talents of Conservatorium staff and senior students, and the magnificent sounds of the Stuart and Sons grand piano. Be entertained and informed!
Sunday 27 May, 3pm
CQCM Theatre, CQUniversity Mackay Campus
Adults/Con Friends $10, Students/Children $5
Tickets can be purchased at the door on the day
Supported by the Con Friends, this Sunday afternoon series of concerts showcases the talents of the Conservatorium students. Enjoy music and theatre at its most entertaining and support the students as bussing professional artists. The afternoon is topped off with pizza and wine or softdrink in the Con Friends courtyard - all included in the one price!
Friday 1 June 7:30pm
CQCM Theatre, CQUniversity Mackay Campus
Adults $20, Concession $15, Con Friends/Students/Children $10
Phone the CQCM office on 4940 7800 for bookings
Internationally acclaimed New Zealand musicians Sarah Court & Matthew Marshall come together to present a program of beautiful music for voice and guitar. Featuring sultry Spanish songs by Joaquin Rodrigo and Manuel de Falla to poignant English Folksongs from Australia and New Zealand.
Thursday 2 August, 7:30pm
Friday 3 August, 11am and 7:30pm
Saturday 4 August, 2pm and 7:30pm
Sunday 5 August, 2pm
Adults $30, Concession $25, Con Friends $20, Students/Children $15, Family (2 adults & 2 children) $80
Booking: Mackay Entertainment and Convention Centre 4961 9700
CQCM Theatre, CQUniversity Mackay Campus
Music and Lyrics by Benny Andersson and Bjorn Ulvaeus (formerly of ABBA) with lyrics by Tim Rice
Directed by John Wregg
Set against the Cold War struggle between the Soviet Union and the USA, this story tells of the romantic triangle between the top chess players of each country and the woman who manages one but falls in love with the other. The musical includes the hit single One Night in Bangkok as well as the music theatre favourite Anthem. This production will be directed by John Wregg who directed previous CQCM productions of Into the Woods, Cinderella and Closer Than Ever.
26 August 3pm
CQCM Theatre, CQUniversity Mackay Campus
Adults/Con Friends $10, Students/Children $5
Tickets can be purchased at the door on the day
Supported by the Con Friends, this Sunday afternoon series of concerts showcases the talents of the Conservatorium students. Enjoy music and theatre at its most entertaining and support the students as bussing professional artists. The afternoon is topped off with pizza and wine or softdrink in the Con Friends courtyard - all included in the one price!
Sunday 30 September, 3pm
CQCM Theatre, CQUniversity Mackay Campus
Adults/Con Friends $10, Students/Children $5
Tickets can be purchased at the door on the day
Sunday 23 September, 2:00pm & 3:30pm
CQCM Theatre, CQUniversity Mackay Campus
Adults $15, Concession/ Con Friends $10, Students/Children $10
Phone the CQCM office on 4040 7800 for bookings
The Conservatorium Academy is a new centre for creative and performing arts training for primary and secondary school aged children in Central Queensland in 2011. Music Theatre classes will be held on Saturday afternoons during school terms at CQCM Mackay. Each public performance will showcase the work of these young people as they explore the exciting reportoire of music theatre.
Monday 10 December 7:30pm
Adults $20, Concession/Con Friends/Students/Children $15
CQCM Theatre, CQUniversity Mackay Campus
Tickets can be purchased at the door on the day
Soloists from the Mackay Choral Society end of year concert let their hair down in an evening of mayhem and merriment. This annual concert is a must for Mackay music lovers and also includes performances from the staff of the Conservatorium of Music.
CQUniversity CRICOS Provider Codes: QLD-00219C; NSW-01315F; VIC-01624D
