Markets
Celebrate Redcliffe Festival
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Seaside celebrations commence in Redcliffe

12 Sep 2013

Combining food, music and seaside frivolity, the Celebrate Redcliffe Festival launches September 14–15. Redcliffe’s annual two-day festival will begin with its Sunset Fiesta, on Saturday September 14 in Charlish Park at 4:00 pm. Throughout the festival, Redcliffe Parade will be filled with live music, roving entertainment and fireworks, to which diners at nearby restaurants will receive front row seats. Having recently returned from Europe, chef Matt Golinski will be in the kitchen to celebrate the region’s festivities, while footballer Billy Moore will be sharing his award-winning pizza recipes in a cooking demonstration. more

Film
Action, Hong Kong Style
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Leap and lunge into Action, Hong Kong Style

12 Sep 2013

Throughout September, GOMA presents the big shots of Hong Kong’s action cinema genre. The performances of Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan and Chow Yun Fat – among other action heroes – are being showcased in a reflex-testing cinematic experience. Lovers of film can watch the dramatic choreography of 70 Hong Kong action classics on the big screen during Action, Hong Kong Style. The collection of films is hoped to uncover the global influence of this genre and to celebrate physical feats achieved in the name of cinema. Image credit Production still from Golden Swallow 1968 / Director: Chang Cheh / Image courtesy: Celestial Pictures Limited. more

Inspiration
River Quay Green, South Bank
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The Global Concepts Weekend List

05 Sep 2013

On a visit to the magical city that is Paris a few years ago, we were riding our rented bicycles over the Pont des Arts, when not only the love-left padlocks caught our eye, but also the merriment of the crowd that was gathered in this public space. more

Exhibitions
Afghanistan: Hidden Treasures from the National Museum, Kabul
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Exhibition reveals hidden treasures of Afghanistan

05 Sep 2013

On Thursday September 5, Queensland Museum will reveal a collection of some of the most exciting archaeological finds of Central Asia, and expose an exclusive glimpse into the bygone world of the ancient Silk Road. Afghanistan: Hidden Treasures from the National Museum, Kabul is an exhibition that shares the beauty and significance of Afghanistan’s past. The display also represents the courageous story of the men who risked their lives to protect their nation’s heritage and uncover these items, which were hidden from view for many years. more

Student
Sex, Drugs & Helvetica chats design at QUT
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Sex, Drugs & Helvetica chats design at QUT

05 Sep 2013

On Friday September 6, QUT’s Gardens Theatre will host design conference with a difference, Sex, Drugs & Helvetica. From 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, the conference (and its after party) will celebrate and demonstrate the creative work of talented designers, featuring talks from some stimulating guest speakers. Suzy Tuxen of A Friend of Mine will chat to audiences about how she has established her distinct work across various fields and collaborated with many craftspeople to create a multi-disciplinary portfolio of projects. Discussion around The Town Mouse Project will follow, detailing the custom-drawn typography of the Melbourne-based bar and restaurant. more

Brisbane Festival
The Dance in the Dark Weekend List
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The Dance in the Dark Weekend List

29 Aug 2013

Thanks to Fatboy Slim & Riva Star we’ve felt the desire to break out a few box steps and crumps at all hours of the day of late. Once an addictive beat has positioned itself permanently in our mind, we’re left eagerly and impatiently looking forward to the weekend to put the track into motion. more

Literature
TEDxBrisbane
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TEDxBrisbane returns to stimulate and inspire ideas

29 Aug 2013

Stimulating new ideas, communicating amazing stories and inspiring the next generation of thinkers, TEDx conferences drive our world forward in a positive fashion. From early beginnings covering topics such as technology, entertainment and design, TEDx conferences are independently organised events that allow TED inspiration to continue to spread beyond online videos. more

Music
Brisbane Fringe Festival
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Discover local arts at Brisbane Fringe Festival

29 Aug 2013

Explore Brisbane’s local arts scene at the second annual Brisbane Fringe Festival from September 1–14. The not-for-profit, artist-driven festival is open to all art forms and encourages artists to stretch their creative limits. Some of the featured art forms at various open venues around Brisbane will include music, theatre, poetry, circus, dance and comedy events. Registered artists can perform in any chosen space, demonstrating any style of art. The venues involved in this year’s festival will include bars, secondhand clothing stores, backyards, laneways, garages, residential streets, coffee shops, art galleries and a bamboo tent. more

Student
Pecha Kucha Night
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Immerse yourself in design at Pecha Kucha Night

29 Aug 2013

Brisbane’s sparkling creative talents will be highlighted at Brisbane Powerhouse at the Pecha Kucha Night on Wednesday September 4. The event, which has become a worldwide sensation since its beginnings in Tokyo in 2003, was pioneered by Klein Dytham Architecture. The unique presentation style of the event works on the format of speakers displaying 20 slides, with 20 seconds spent on each slide. These precise presentations are filled with inspiring, interesting and to-the-point content, and provide a relaxed forum for designers to showcase their ideas. The event isn’t all about the presentations, however, and attendees of Pecha Kucha Night can expect a social evening with drinks and vibrant company. The free evening begins at 8:20 pm at the venue’s Turbine Platform. more

Music
TIN EP Launch
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TIN EP launch raises funds for Many Shades

29 Aug 2013

Sharing his unique brand of music with audiences at The Hi-Fi on Thursday September 5, TIN will launch his Forever With EP and raise funds for the Many Shades project, which aids the poverty-stricken people of Tanzania. Following six months of recording both the five-track EP and accompanying music videos for each song, TIN will be supported by Phil Hancock and Jarrah and the Lionhearts from 7:00 pm. TIN’s catchy tunes have been influenced by the vocal-heavyweight likes of Mariah, Whitney and Christina. more