Presented by the Senior Musical Theatre Class at Raw Creative Studios, Carrie – The Musical

Carrie White is a misfit. At school, she’s an outcast who’s bullied by the popular crowd, and virtually invisible to everyone else. At home, she’s at the mercy of her loving but cruelly over-protective mother. But Carrie’s just discovered she’s got a special power, and if pushed too far, she’s not afraid to use it…

 

2.30pm, Saturday, 15 May

Adult $20
GECC Loyalty $18
Concession $18
Student (15+) $18

This show is recommended for mature audiences 15+. The production features strong horror and adult themes.

 

Based on Stephen King’s bestselling novel, the musical of Carrie hasn’t been seen since its legendary 1988 Broadway production. Now, the show’s original authors have joined with director Stafford Arima (Altar Boyz) and MCC Theater for a newly reworked and fully re-imagined vision of this gripping tale. Set today, in the small town of Chamberlain, Maine, Carrie features a book by Lawrence D. Cohen (screenwriter of the classic film), music by Academy Award winner Michael Gore (Fame, Terms of Endearment) and lyrics by Academy Award winner Dean Pitchford (Fame, Footloose).

After a series of border closures, last minute postponements and unavoidable delays, Australia’s highest selling independent artist of all time, ​John Butler​, has officially announced the details of his forthcoming national tour this May. In this brand new live show, John will be sharing stories from the road and from his heart and playing songs from his vast catalogue which spans almost a quarter of a century!

Tickets on sale now!

8pm, Tuesday, 25 May 2021

All tickets $75

Patrons are advised that this performance contains swearing. 

 

About the Show

Having already announced shows in Toowoomba, Bundaberg  and Cairns – which have now been rescheduled for late May – the multi-ARIA award winning artist has now unveiled plans for a series of intimate live shows in iconic theatre venues down the east coast, including Brisbane, Cairns, Gladstone, Rockhampton,  Newcastle, Sydney and Melbourne, followed by a  Perth and regional city tour of WA.

While February and March saw the multi-ARIA award winner playing alongside The Teskey Brothers, Cat Empire, Boy and Bear and Montaigne in a huge celebration of roots, folk and latin sounds as part of the Summersalt Festival through many regional areas, the new national tour will focus on beautiful city theatres for a more intimate  setting.

“I’m REALLY REALLY looking forward to this tour. It’s been a wacky ol’ year for all of us in so many ways and to be able to go out and play music for the community AND myself feels like a bit of good healing. Said John Butler “When I take a look around the world and see how hard some folks are doing it at the moment this feels like a huge privilege.”

John will start in the Newcastle Civic Theatre, a long term favourite followed by his first ever appearance at the incredible State Theatre in Sydney. This will go some way to make up for the Covid affected cancellation of Summersalt Festival in Bella Vista. He will then wing it to Queensland where he will perform for the first-time in Brisbane’s hallowed concert hall at QPAC.

On to Cairns for the first of three rescheduled shows. This will now be an outdoor concert at the stunning Munro Martin Parklands. Mid week shows will feature concerts at Gladstone Entertainment Centre, Bundaberg’s Moncrieff Entertainment Centre and Rockhampton’s favourite Pilbeam Theatre, followed by the last of the rescheduled shows at The Empire Theatre, Toowoomba.

The East coast tour will conclude at one of John’s favourite venues, The Palais Theatre in St Kilda, Melbourne, with plans afoot to film the evening for a later global broadcast for John’s international audience.

Back to WA for a run of shows including Geraldton, Mandurah, Albany, Esperance and Kalgoorlie concluding with a final tour date for 2021 in the Perth Concert hall.

 

Join the Midnight Gang as Tom and his new friends go on a series of amazing adventures in a celebration of friendship, love and the power of the imagination for children 6+ and their families.

Event Details: 

Friday, 28 May 2021 | 6pm

Ticket Prices:

General Admission  $16.50
Loyalty Member  $12.50
Family (two adults + two children)  $60
Loyalty Family  $45

 

A play by Maryam Master
Based on the bestselling novel by David Walliams

Twelve-year-old Tom unexpectedly finds himself lonely and lost in the children’s ward of St Crook’s Hospital, away from his family and at the mercy of evil Matron. Tom feels like he’ll never leave, but his fellow young patients have other ideas. They might be stuck in hospital, but their imaginations can take them anywhere as The Midnight Gang. Each night when the clock strikes midnight, The Midnight Gang go on a series of amazing journeys as they turn the hospital into the places they’ve always wanted to go and make dreams come true.

The team behind The 13-, 26-, 52-, 78- and 91-Storey Treehouses, Mr Stink and Billionaire Boy bring David Walliams’ bestselling book to life on stage.

 

 

This project has been assisted by the Australian Government
through the Australia Council, its arts funding and advisory body.

Thank you, Gladstone Region!

Thanks to your generosity tickets have now SOLD OUT!

Contact the GECC Box Office on 4972 2822 to be placed on the waiting list.

This is fantastic news for our four beneficiaries; Gladstone Mindcare, Nhulundu Health Services, ZONTA Club of Gladstone and Roseberry Qld, who will each receive a portion of the proceeds from the event.

Stay tuned to our social channels for more updates.

 

The sixth biennial Santos GLNG Mayor’s Charity Ball promises to be the highlight of the 2021 event calendar with funds being raised to support local charities to aid their nominated projects. The event brings the community together to experience a gala evening of food, wine, music and dancing, all the while fundraising for local charities.

To date, the Mayor’s Charity Ball has collectively raised approximately $391,801.81 for local charities.

𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗗𝗘𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗟𝗦: (Call GECC to book individual tickets!)
Saturday, 29 May
Time: 6pm till late
Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre

Tickets to this event are SOLD OUT!
Early Bird $160 (1-31 March)
Regular $170 (tickets off sale 15 May due to catering reasons)

𝐈𝐌𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐀𝐍𝐓 𝐁𝐎𝐎𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐈𝐍𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍:
🎫 𝐆𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐏𝐒 𝐎𝐅 𝟏𝟎 can be booked online here (quantity of tickets must be 10 to progress to next step)
🎫 𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐈𝐕𝐈𝐃𝐔𝐀𝐋 𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐊𝐄𝐓𝐒 must be booked by calling GECC Box Office on 4972 2822 or visit in person at 56 Goondoon Street, Gladstone.

𝙏𝙞𝙘𝙠𝙚𝙩 𝙞𝙣𝙘𝙡𝙪𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨: Three course deluxe meal – canapés, alternate drop main and dessert, beer/wine/cider, live music, live auctions, silent auctions and more!

 

The four worthy beneficiaries for the 2021 Santos GLNG Mayor’s Charity Ball are:

Gladstone Mindcare
Gladstone Mindcare is a charity that is working with the Gladstone community to provide a space for mental health, alcohol and other drugs and allied services to work collaboratively to improve accessibility, information and support for mental health, alcohol and other drug challenges to the Gladstone community.

Their work is all about bringing people and community together, recognising that so many of us are impacted by mental health.

Gladstone Mindcare within a collective impact framework which ensures their work is guided by the people of the Gladstone community. They connect directly with the community through many channels to ensure all voices are heard.

www.gladstonemindcare.org.au

 

Nhulundu Health Service
The Gladstone Region Aboriginal and Islander Community Controlled Health Service (GRAICCHS), trading as Nhulundu Health Service, is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation which has been operating for more than 20 years in Gladstone and the greater Central Queensland Region.

GRAICCHS is a multi-faceted Human and Social Services provider that is responsible for the delivery of integrated comprehensive primary health care, aged care, health education and promotion programs and community support services in the Gladstone Region.

They also provide programs under the Close the Gap and Council of Australian Government (COAG) initiatives.

www.nhulundu.com.au

 

Roseberry Qld – Gladstone branch
Roseberry QId directly supports and connects with members of the Gladstone Region through delivery of programs with youth and families, as well as community housing properties, their youth shelter and their work with young people living independently in the community.

Roseberry is an approved housing provider with the Department of Housing and Public Works and currently tenancy manage 111 community housing properties, including eight indigenous housing properties, one affordable housing and three crisis accommodation units; as well as two youth shelters in Gladstone and Rockhampton.

Roseberry has a Transition to Independent living program working to help young people transition to a successful independent life from crisis accommodation.

www.roseberry.org.au

 

Zonta Club of Gladstone
Zonta Club of Gladstone raises awareness and supports local women and children through its International Woman’s Day Events, Chaplaincy Programs at local high schools, Breast Cancer Cushion Workshops and, on an international level, the Birthing Kit Workshops.

The Club partners with vital local organisations such as Coordinated Community Response to Domestic and Family Violence (CCRDFV), Women’s Health Centre, Mentoring Mothers, Roseberry Dignity Hub and Act for Kids.

Zonta Club of Gladstone services all areas of the Gladstone Region.

www.facebook.com/ZontaClubOfGladstone 

Starring dancers from the West End’s Lord of the Dance, Riverdance, & Gaelforce Dance alongside a treasure trove of Irish Dancing World Champions, A Taste of Ireland delivers the very best talent in the nation.

7.30pm, Sunday, 30 May 2021

Ticket Prices:
Adult $74.90
GECC Loyalty Member $64.90
Concession $69.90
Child (under school age) $59.90
Student $69.90
Groups of 10+   $64.90 each
VIP $89.90*

*For a truly memorable experience purchase VIP Tickets! These tickets include a premium seat, exclusive access to a sound check, meet and greet with the cast and a signed poster! VIP ticket holders will need to arrive at the venue at 5:50pm

 

Hot off its premiere New York City run in 2020 and with over 120 shows in 2019 across Australia and New Zealand, A Taste of Ireland – The Irish Music & Dance Sensation finally returns down under.

With revamped classics like “Danny Boy” and “Tell Me Ma”, the show’s live, energetic blend of well-known tunes, jaw-dropping acapella tap battles, world-class dancing, melodic folk music mash-ups and craic galore transports you through the story of Ireland’s tumultuous history, complimented by stunning production and lighting.

Starring dancers from the West End’s Lord of the Dance, Riverdance, & Gaelforce Dance alongside a treasure trove of Irish Dancing World Champions, A Taste of Ireland delivers the very best talent in the nation.

Experience one of the most prominent Irish Dance shows in the world today. With all new sets, costumes, tunes and effects, we promise you haven’t seen anything like this year’s show!

With tours lined up in the USA, Canada and the UK, don’t miss your chance to see A Taste of Ireland in 2021.

It’s truly Celtic―for this decade.

 

We ask that you do not attend if you have returned from overseas or a COVID-19 Hotspot in the last 14 days, have cold or flu like symptoms, have been in contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19 in the last 14 days.

Gladstone State High School is proud to announce their 2021 production of Monty Python’s Spamalot School Edition.

 

7pm, Friday, 11 June

7pm, Saturday, 12 June

All tickets $22

 

Monty Python’s Spamalot School Edition invites you to join King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table on their quest to find the Holy Grail. With book, lyrics and music by Eric Idle and John Du Prez, this show is sure to have you laughing every step of the way.
Loving ripped off from the motion picture “Monty Python and the Holy Grail”, from the original screenplay by Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones and Michael Palin, this show has been adapted to be appropriate for all ages while still retaining the wit and humor for which Monty Python are renowned.
Don’t miss your chance to enjoy this amazing performance that is sure to having you giggling in your seats.

The Best of Bublé Tribute Experience. Come and feel the love with that special person at this spectacular show, celebrating the songs and the story of Michael Bublé.

 

Tuesday, 15 June 2021

Morning Tea from 10am | Show 11am

 

Ticket Prices

Adult $16
Loyalty Members $13
Group of 6+     $12 per person

 

International front man and comedian Rhydian Lewis, leads his Amazing 3-piece band The Residuals, to bring you one of the finest Tributes to this musical sensation. Rhydian and his band are fast becoming Australia’s answer to the likes of Michael Bublé and Frank Sinatra.

With sold out shows a regular occurrence, be sure to check out this magical touring show. The show includes a stellar line up of Bublé’s biggest hits including,’The Way You Look Tonight’, ‘Home’, ‘Everything’, ‘Lost’, ‘Sway’, ‘Save The Last Dance For Me’, ‘Moondance’,’Haven’t Met You Yet’, ‘Feeling Good’, and many more.

Come laugh, hear stories, and be moved by some of life’s truly touching music, performed by one of Australia’s finest bands. Come along and enjoy this heartwarming and humorous evening for Bublé, Jazz & music lovers.

Direct from sold out houses and rave reviews in London, Berlin and Beijing, Australia’s newest and hottest tap dance sensation, The Tap Pack is coming to Gladstone!

 

Friday 18 June 2021 |7.30pm

 

Ticket Prices

Adult $69.90

GECC Loyalty $64.90

Concession $64.90

Groups of 8 or more $64.90 (per ticket)

VIP Ticket $89.90

 

Picking up where The Rat Pack left off, The Tap Pack conjures up a modern twist to the crooners and artists from the 50s through to the noughties! Featuring songs from Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr to Sheeran, Buble and Beyonce.

The Tap Pack mix slick humour, high energy entertainment and world class tap dance. A show of pure entertainment inspired by the legendary kings of swing, The Rat Pack, freshly created for the audience today. Cool classics with a fresh new twist. All your favourites including “The Lady Is a Tramp, “Come Fly with Me”, “One For my Baby”, “Me And my Shadow” and much more.

They sing. They dance. They joke. They bring a new, invigorating energy to a timeless style!

VIP Tickets
For a truly memorable experience purchase VIP Tickets! These tickets include a premium seat, exclusive access to sound check, meet and greet with the cast and a signed poster! VIP Ticker holders will need to arrive at the venue no later than 1 hour prior to the shows performance time.

“Exhilarating” – The Herald Sun
“Knockout performances” – The Age
“Sensational evening” – The Advertiser
“Genuinely breath catching” – Timeout.com
“Sheer brilliance” – London Theatre One

Created by Jesse Rasmussen, Jordan Pollard and Thomas J Egan. Co-created and directed by Nigel Turner Carroll. Produced by Kym Halpin.