Reel Big Top film program
Experience the grandeur and the grit and the highs and lows through three ‘reel’ circus stories - all part of the Circus at SLQ free film program.
"The Greatest Show on Earth" (USA 1952 145 mins PG)
Romance and rivalry rages beneath the big top in this spectacular, Oscar-winning, tribute to circus life.
"The Astonishing Ashtons" (Australia 1998, 52 mins) and "Dynasties - Ashton Family" (2004, 26 mins)
That was then, this is now! Delve into the story of the Ashton family circus dynasty throughout their 150 years on the road across Australia and learn what the current Ashton generation is up to now.
"Cirque du Soleil: Run Before You Fly" (2002, 60 mins)
From street busking to multinational business, marvel at how the Cirque du Soleil has revitalised the circus for millions around the world.
For ages 8+
Sun 4 Jan, 2pm - The Greatest Show on Earth
Tue 6 & 13 Jan, 1.15pm - Ashton Circus films
Wed 7 & 14 Jan, 1.15pm - Run Before You Fly
Sun Jan 11, 2pm - Ashton Circus films and Run Before You Fly
Dates
Sun 4 January 2009 - Wed 14 January 2009
Times
Various
Venue
State Library of QueenslandCnr Grey & Peel Street, South Brisbane
slq Auditorium 2, level 2
Cost
Free, no bookings required
Further information
State Library of QueenslandEmail: publicprograms [at] slq [dot] qld [dot] gov [dot] au
Phone: 07 3840 7768
Web: http://www.slq.qld.gov.au/whats-on/events/children/circus
Location
State Library of QueenslandCultural Centre
Stanley Place, South Bank
Brisbane
Opening hours
Open daily 10am - 5pm (until 8pm Mon-Thu)Heritage Collections open daily 10am - 5pm
Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Day and Good Friday
Open 10am-5pm all other public holidays
Parking
Temporary vehicle set-down in Stanley Place, access via Grey Street, Montague Road, the Cultural Centre tunnel or Peel Street.Paid parking is available at the following local car parks:
- Stanley Place car park. Enter via the Cultural Centre tunnel or Stanley Place. For information on parking fees, telephone (07) 3840 7103.
- Queensland Art Gallery/Queensland Museum car park. Enter via Grey Street or the Cultual Centre tunnel. For information on parking fees, telephone (07) 3840 7103.
- Queensland Performing Arts Centre car park. Enter via the Cultural Centre tunnel. For information on parking fees, telephone (07) 3840 7103.
- Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. Enter via Stanley or Merival Streets. For information on parking fees, telephone (07) 3308 3000.
- South Bank Parklands Underground car park. Enter via Tribune or Little Stanley Streets, South Bank. For information on parking fees, telephone (07) 3867 2051 or Visit South Bank
Public transport
For further public transport information call TransInfo on 13 12 30.Bus: Cultural Centre Busway Station in Melbourne Street.
Train: South Brisbane Station, corner of Melbourne and Grey Streets.
CityCat & Ferry: The CityCat and City Ferry terminals are located at South Bank 1 CityCat terminal.
Accessibility
The library is accessible by wheel chair. Please contact the library to advise of your individual needs.
