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Presented in partnership with the Conservatorium Mid North Coast.

Every Friday you can enjoy an hour of music, and all for free. With musicians ranging from 9 to 90, every week is different! Experience

vocalists, pianists, instrumentalists, choirs and bands performing everything from classical to rock. all live and all local. support our local artists and

enjoy yourself.

Every Friday, 12.30pm to 1.30pm

free Friday Lunchtime

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Introducing...

the Grape EscapeComplimentary with stays at The ObservatoryThe Grape Escape Bonus (valued at $85)

• Mixed 4 bottle case of Cassegrain wine• Local cheese, Ricardoes chutney & lavash

Simply book 2 nights in ANY apartment!

To book call 6586 8000 or visit www.observatory.net.au

*Valid on stays 19 Sep to 20 Dec 2013. Conditions apply. See website for details.

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ChEEK TO ChIC... CElEbraTIng nOEl COWard & COlE pOrTErMonday 9 September, 11am

Starring Hilary Henshaw

“... a superbly crafted show... wonderful range of songs from the poignant to the romantic to the witty, a seamless presentation. Hilary’s voice is absolutely beautiful... can’t wait for the next show!” John-Michael howson OaM

Cheek to Chic... noel Coward and Cole porter’s witty words and musical gems sparkle with fresh interpretation. This original production combines noel and Cole’s magnificent melodies, stylish scenarios and irreverent humour with intriguing insights into their parallel careers and colourful lives.

This is one ‘swellegant, elegant... marvellous party you won’t want to miss!

MOrnIng MusIC prEsEnTs

Tickets* Adult Group (6+)

Non Member $24 $20

GH Member $20 -

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sydnEy COMEdy FEsTIval shOWCasE

Friday 13 September, 8pm

The Sydney Comedy Festival is hitting the road with a stellar line-up of the hottest international and local comedians from the 2013 Festival!

Come & have a laugh with the funniest and freshest acts of sydney’s biggest annual comedy event – this is the best value ticket in town, so don’t miss out! This year’s line-up includes bruce griffiths (writing credits: Good News Week, Enough Rope) & ray badran, a regular at the sydney Comedy store, ray has also performed on The Footy show.

“…guaranteed to have you messing up punch lines as you try to quote your favourites to your mates” the au review

Tickets* $30

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arJ barKEr: gO TIME

Tuesday 17 September, 8pm

Since his last Australian tour in 2011, Arj has been touring constantly, both solo and with his old pals, The Flight of The Conchords.

he returns to australia with his brand new show, go Time. according to arj, go Time is both “what audiences expect from me and the last thing they expect from me, which if my calculations are correct, will make for a great show.”

‘Slick, talented & completely in control’ scotland Times

Tickets* Adult Conc/Group (10+)

Non Member $44.90 $41.90

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ThE FaIrIEs “prInCEss” COnCErT

Wednesday 25 September, 11am

Rhapsody is a beautiful fairy but she has a dream. She wants to be a Princess!

all of her fairyland friends want to help make their fairy friend happy. Wizzy conjures up some crazy spells; Elf teaches some very princessey dances; barnaby gathers sweet nectar to make the perfect princess potion while her best friend, harmony, brings all of the helpful ideas together.

but just when it seems like dreams do come true, rhapsody realises the not-so-good things about being a princess. Just what will this pretty pink fairy decide to do in the end?

a gorgeous production from The Fairies combining so many favourite things into one hour-long show! singing, dancing, magic, friendship and, of course, princesses!

Tickets* All Group (10+)

$23 $20

note: children under 12 months are free (must sit on parent’s lap)

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In ThE MOOd

Wednesday 9 October, 4.30pm and 8pm

IN THE MOOD is much more than a concert – it is world-class family entertainment with IN THE MOOD Singers & Swing Dancers from New York, sizzling choreography, sassy costumes and an authentic score of over 50 unforgettable hits of the 1940s.

If you’re In ThE MOOd for a sensational nostalgic journey through the music and movement which guided a nation’s spirit towards hope, promise and prosperity, don’t miss out.

bOOK nOW!

Tickets* Adult Conc/Group (8+) Under 21/Student

$84.90 $79.90 $79.90

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JOhnny Cash ThE COnCErTrIng OF FIrE 50Th annIvErsary TOur

Saturday 12 October, 8pm

Fresh from their very successful 2012 national tour, Johnny Cash the Concert is back to celebrate all things CASH, bringing to life an incredible new concert experience!

This show will have music lovers talking for a long time to come. This authentic tribute to a true icon of the 20th Century will leave audience members feeling like they’ve just seen the real live Man in black!

Tickets* $65

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EnIgMa quarTET

Sunday 13 October, 3pm

Experience a vibrant mix of contemporary & classic chamber music within a dynamic one-hour concert. Meet the musicians and enjoy a complimentary glass of wine after the concert.

don’t miss this truly unique classical music experience – exquisite music played by one of australia’s finest quartets in the sublime spaces of the glasshouse regional gallery. a magnificent afternoon of music.

Program ross Edwards Enyato I: Choral and Ecstatic dance schubert string quartet no.14 ‘death and the Maiden’ piazzola Oblivion

‘An ensemble needs that impossible-to-describe extra ingredient... and this group has it in spades’ steve Moffatt, news limited

Tickets* Adult Under 30 Student Under 18 Family Pensioner

Non Member $45 $35 $25 $20 $110 $35

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a FEsTIval OF russIan ballET

Saturday 19 October, 8pm

The Imperial Russian Ballet Company’s A Festival of Russian Ballet features a diverse and stunning program in three awe-inspiring acts.

act One – The Nutcracker

act Two – Bolero

act Three – highlights from the world’s great ballets including Giselle, Carmen, The Dying Swan and Le Corsaire and many others.

‘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.’ The Evening standard, richard Mays.

“...Star actor John Wood is given plenty of room to weave his magic.” The Advertiser


Non Member $87.90 $77.90 $67.90

GH Member $77.90 - -

SOLD OUT! Returning in 2014 with Don Quixote

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bluE grassy KnOll

Friday 25 October, 7.30pm

Take one of the greatest silent films and throw five extraordinarily talented musicians on stage and prepare for a unique and entertaining evening...

Watching The General, buster Keaton’s greatest silent comedy, along with the audience, blue grassy Knoll play their original live film soundtrack without sheet music, taking their cues from the audience & action on the screen.

a showcase of ingenuity, this promises to be a brilliantly clever and hilarious evening.

‘This is a show to cheer.’ new york Times.


Non Member $49.50 $45 $41.50

GH Member $45 $41.50 $39.50

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JOnaThOn WElCh sIngs ThE grEaT TEnOrsMonday 4 November, 11am

Dr Jonathon Welch AM is a multi-award winning singer, conductor, teacher and songwriter renowned for his ‘powerhouse’ tenor and The Choir of Hard Knocks.

Well known and loved for his Choir of hard Knocks, Welch is considered one of the finest australian tenors of his generation.

Join us for a thrilling morning of music as Jonathon celebrates and pays tribute to many of the world’s greatest tenors including richard lauber, Mario lanza, pavarotti, bocelli and Josh groban, as he sings the songs that made them famous.

Tickets* Adult Conc/Group (6+)

Non Member $24 $20

GH Member $20 -

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John buchan and alfred hitchcock’s

ThE 39 sTEps

Tuesday 5 November, 8pm & Wednesday 6 November, 8pm

Hitchcock meets hilarious in a jolly good show!

The 39 Steps is a fast-paced, side-splitting comedy for all the family. based on the 1935 hitchcock spy thriller movie and novel by John buchan, the stage production features 150 characters in a whirlwind of action played by four actors. The play follows the heart-racing adventures of a handsome hero chased by international spies.

seen by over 3 million people in more than 60 countries, this is a theatrical tour-de-force not to be missed.


Non Member $49.50 $45 $41.50

GH Member $45 $41.50 $39.50

a production by Christine harris & hIT productions australia’s premier Theatre Touring Company by arrangement with Edward snape for Fiery angel limited

adapted by patrick barlow. From an original concept by simon Corble and nobby dimon.

JOhn WIllIaMsOn - a hEll OF a CarEEr

Thursday 28 November, 8pm

John Williamson is, without question, an Australian icon.

his voice is as recognisable to australians as the southern Cross. he’s performed at some of australia’s most historic events, and to battlers across this vast country. his songs and music are simply for everyone.

after forty-three years in the music industry, touring continuously for that period, John’s career is stronger than ever and he is still writing and recording new songs.

This is John Williamson, with a hEll OF a CarEEr!

Tickets* Adult Conc/Group (10+) Child/Youth

Non Member $49 $47 $33

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Pam Tippett, Enamel Jug, 2011, oil on linen on panel, 60 x 60 cm (detail). Collection of goulburn regional art gallery. a goulburn regional art gallery Touring Exhibition.

Naomi Ullmann, Biggest House on Block, 2011-12, mixed media. Courtesy of the artist and The hughes gallery sydney, a glasshouse regional gallery exhibition.

paM TIppETT: a survEy

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15 September

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25 July to 29 September

FREEENTRY

WHAT’S ON in theGallery

Regional Gallery Opening Hours:

Tuesday – Friday: 10am – 5pm

Saturday – Sunday: 10am – 4pm

Public Holidays: 10am – 4pm

KaThy TEMIn: blaCK gardEns 30 August – 13 October 2013

Black Gardens combines the softness of fur with the harshness of wood. Each piece is a composed of trees and garden imagery atop a box which could be either a tomb or fertile soil. The pieces represent sorrow, loss and yearning towards light. Temin has exhibited nationally and internationally.

The glasshouse regional gallery would like to acknowledge roslyn Oxley9 gallery, sydney for their support with this exhibition.

Kathy Temin, Black Gardens , 2013 (detail), wood, steel, synthetic fur and filling, 227 × 158 × 370cm. Image courtesy the artist and roslyn Oxley9 gallery, sydney.

danIEl bOyd: a darKEr shadE OF darK30 August – 13 October 2013The layers of mesmerising dots depicted in daniel boyd’s floor-to-ceiling video projection, recall the dot paintings of papunya Tula, and also seem reminiscent of the great western movements pointillism and impressionism.

The glasshouse regional gallery would like to acknowledge roslyn Oxley9 gallery, sydney for their support with this exhibition.

Daniel Boyd, A Darker Shade of Dark #1-4, 2012 (detail), hd video, 16:9 with sound, 4 channel video installation, duration approx. 20 minutes each video. sound: ryan grieve. Courtesy of the artist and roslyn Oxley9 gallery, sydney.

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a drIFTIng TIdE19 September – 20 Octobera selection of artworks from the port Macquarie-hastings Council art Collection exploring the spirit of the natural environment from several local and national artists. The 2013 Osmosis artists’ presentation will feature as part of this exhibition.

a glasshouse regional gallery exhibition.

Euan Macleod, Rocks - Port Macquarie, 2011, acrylic on paper, 38 x 58 cm (detail). port Macquarie-hastings Council, purchased 2012.

alun lEaCh-JOnEs4 October – 1 Decembera selection of recent works from one of australia’s most renowned abstract artists working in the genre of abstraction. In this body of work leach-Jones has distilled the cacophonous imagery of which he is known into single motifs made from cast bronze.

The glasshouse regional gallery would like to acknowledge rex Irwin art dealer, sydney for their support with this exhibition.

Alun Leach-Jones, Rapunzel, Rapunzel, 2012, unique bronze, 37 x 9.5 x 21cm (detail) Courtesy of the artist and Olsen Irwin gallery sydney.

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OpEraTIOn arT25 October – 17 November 2013an annual exhibition of children’s art from schools throughout nsW created for the Children’s hospital, Westmead. Children create their artworks knowing that they will be appreciated by sick children and their families.

The glasshouse regional gallery would like to acknowledge Westmead Children’s hospital, the art gallery of nsW and the nsW department of Education and Communities, sydney for their support with this exhibition.

Operation Art, image courtesy of Operation art (detail). Operation art is an initiative of the The Children’s hospital at Westmead in association with the nsW department of Education and Communities.

arThur bOyd: an aCTIvE WITnEss18 October – 8 December 2013paintings, prints, ceramics and other materials offer insights into how one of australia’s greatest artists and his contemporaries dealt with the social responsibilities that define humanity.

The glasshouse regional gallery would like to acknowledge the bundanoon Trust, nsW for their support with this exhibition.

Arthur Boyd, Self portrait, 1935, oil on canvas (detail) bundanon Trust Collection. a bundanon Trust Touring Exhibition.

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$8 Adults,

$5 Members

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Spring

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ThE arT OF arThur bOydFriday 25 October, 10amCoffee Morning guests can look forward to a fascinating talk from a guest speaker from the bundanoon Trust, nsW discussing arthur boyd’s political life and the social consciousness that infused his art.Arthur Boyd, Lysistrata Suite - Earth is delighted now, 1970, etching and aquatint. bundanon Trust Collection.

bOdyWOrKFriday 29 November, 10amExplore the Bodywork exhibition with our guest speaker from the national gallery of australia. This exquisite exhibition includes the work of 42 australian jewellers from the national gallery’s collection.Elizabeth Olah, Sunrise and Shade, brooch, 1981, sterling silver, 18 carat gold, porcelain, opal, Crafts board Collection donated by the australia Council 1982.

Where: glasshouse Meeting rooms (includes morning tea)

The glasshouse is supported by the nsW government through arts nsW

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Creative workshopsfor kids

Crash Bang rattle... the Magic of Music for little onesWednesday 25 September ages 6 months – 3 years: 9.30am – 10.00am ages 3 – 5: 10.15am – 11.00am

Monkey Madness: Creative playMonday 30 September10am — 11pmKids and parents will have a great morning creating monkey masks and going a little “bananas” in this fun creative class for little ones.

Ages: 3 – 5 & their carers Cost: $10

Fur Forest sCulpturesTuesday 1 October10am — 12pmInspired by Kathy Temin’s sculptural fur black gardens, children will create amazing fur plant inspired sculptures.

Ages: 6 – 12 Cost: $15

Crash Bang rattle... the Magic of Music for little onesWednesday 2 Octoberages 6 months – 3 years: 9.30am – 10.00am ages 3 – 5: 10.15am – 11.00am

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dress to Make a Mess!!

sChool holidays: wednesday 25 septeMBer - wednesday 2 oCtoBer

painting with spots Wednesday 2 October10am — 12pmInspired by daniel boyd’s A Darker Shade of Dark, students will create contemporary images using lots of different spots in the pointillism style of the great masters. This a great introductory class into colour theory and mixing.

Ages: 6 – 12 Cost: $15

snow doMe CitiesThursday 3 October10am — 12pmChildren will have fun creating their own little cities through assembling plastic objects and recycled bits & bobs under the snow-dome.

Ages: 6 – 12 Cost: $15

tie dye t-shirtsFriday 4 October10am — 12pm Children will create cool patterns with crazy colours using fun and simple dying techniques. bring along at least one cotton t-shirt or other coloured shirts.

Ages: 6 – 12 Cost: $15kids spot

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12 October9 November

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sChool holidays: wednesday 25 septeMBer - wednesday 2 oCtoBer

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presented in partnership by Conservatorium Mid North Coast & Glasshouse Port Macquarie

If you and your child loved our Crash Bang Rattle in the school holidays then this is for you!

Musical, magical fun learning for ages 6 months to 5 years.

run by trained early childhood music education tutors, children will develop rhythm and pitch concepts, such as high and low or slow and fast, as well as motor skills and the use of voice all while having fun!

Venue: glasshouse - Meeting room 2

Class Times: ages 6 months – 3 years: 9.30am – 10.00am ages 3 – 5: 10.15am – 11.00am

Class Capacity: 20 kids (Ticket price per child. Must be accompanied by an adult. accompanying adult is free).

School Holiday FunWednesday 25 septemberWednesday 2 October

Dates:September:Monday 2 Wednesday 11Monday 16October:Wednesday 9Wednesday 16Wednesday 23Wednesday 30

November:Wednesday 6Wednesday 13Wednesday 20Wednesday 27

ONLY $7.50per session

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Tue 1 holiday Fun: Fur Forest sculptures 24

Wed 2 Crash bang rattle (Magic of Music) 26

Wed 2 holiday Fun: painting with spots 25

Wed 3 holiday Fun: snow dome Cities 25

Fri 4 holiday Fun: Tie dye T-shirts 25

Wed 9 In the Mood 11


Sat 12 Johnny Cash the Concert 12

Sat 12 Kids spot 25

Sun 13 Enigma quartet 13


Sat 19 a Festival of russian ballet 14


Fri 25 blue grassy Knoll 15

Fri 25 Coffee Morning: arthur boyd 23


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Mon 2 Magic of Music 26

Mon 9 Cheek to Chic: Celebrating noel & Coel 7


Fri 13 sydney Comedy Festival 8

Sat 14 Kids spot 25

Mon 16 Crash bang rattle (Magic of Music) 26

Tue 17 arj barker: go Time 9

Wed 25 The Fairies 10


Fri 27 Coffee Morning 23

Sat 28 Kids spot 15

Mon 30 holiday Fun: Monkey Madness 24

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Mon 4 Jonathon Welch sings the great Tenors 16

Tue 5 The 39 steps 17

Wed 6 The 39 steps 17


Sat 9 Kids spot 25



Thu 21 harrison Craig: More Than a dream Tour -



Thu 28 John Williamson - a hell of a Career 18

Fri 29 Coffee Morning: bodywork 23

Sat 30 Movement studios presents Tremor -

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To 15 September pam Tippett 19

To 29 September It’s a small World 19

To 13 October Kathy Temin: black gardens 20

To 13 October daniel boyd: a darker shade of dark 20

4 October - 1 December alun leach-Jones 21

19 September - 20 October a drifting Tide 21

18 October - 8 December arthur boyd: an active Witness 22

25 October - 17 November Operation art 22

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THANk YOUThe heart and soul of the glasshouse is our community and its people. We work hard to provide a wide range of integrated services including

performing and visual arts, education, visitor information services, conference facilities and much more.

Thank you to port Macquarie-hastings Council, our sponsors, suppliers, glasshouse Members and Friends, seat Endowment patrons, our invaluable team of volunteers and last – but not least – every single person who has

come through the doors and enjoyed a glasshouse experience.

We thank you for your support and look forward to many more years to come.

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