Dirty Apple
Dirty Apple is a compelling new opera which looks at how 21st century technology is changing the parameters of peer pressure and communication in our society, and its subsequent impact on individuals, families and the wider community. The story, which explores the explosive issue of cyber bullying, centres around a group of high school students who foolishly set in motion a seemingly harmless series of events which ultimately end in tragedy.
Opera Queensland has joined forces with Backbone Youth Arts to create this new work which will make its world première next July as part of the 2009 Queensland Music Festival and Q150 celebrations. Seven performances will be staged at the Brisbane Powerhouse Theatre between 18 and 25 July.
Dirty Apple has been developed by a team of 14 young people (aged between 13 and 18) in collaboration with 21-year-old composer Jonathan Henderson and librettist Shaun Charles, under the direction of Fraser Corfield (Artistic Director of Backbone Youth Arts) and Kellie Kremmer (Opera Queensland’s Education Liaison Officer). It will feature a cast of 18 performers (aged between 15 and 25) who will be accompanied by an orchestra of young musicians (aged between 18 and 26) from the Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University.
The collaborative process adopted for the development of Dirty Apple stems from Opera Queensland’s Creating Opera! education program, created in partnership with Backbone Youth Arts. Since its inception in September 2006, young people have driven the project – from determining initial goals to devising the story and establishing musical motifs. This production is created by and for young people. The themes in the work reflect their interests and are of significance to young audiences as well as the wider community. Each component of the project has also been structured to facilitate professional development opportunities for young members of the team, enabling them to work alongside qualified industry professionals who will mentor them in areas such as stage management, set/costume/lighting design, animated/digital projection and directing.
Dirty Apple is set in contemporary Australia. It’s funny, serious and guaranteed to make audiences think about the story long after they leave the theatre.
An Opera Queensland production in collaboration with Backbone Youth Arts and co-produced by Q150, Queensland Music Festival, Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University and Queensland Performing Arts Centre.
Dates
Sat 18 July 2009 - Sat 25 July 2009
Times
7.30pm (18, 20, 23 & 24 July); 11.30am (21 July); 6.30pm (22 July); 1.30pm (25 July)
Venue
Brisbane Powerhouse Centre for the Arts119 Lamington Street, New Farm
Powerhouse Theatre
Cost
Single tickets from $25
Further information
Opera QueenslandEmail: info [at] operaqueensland [dot] com [dot] au
Phone: 07 3735 3030
Web: www.operaqueensland.com.au
Bookings
Location
Brisbane Powerhouse119 Lamington Street (continuation of James Street)
Located next to New Farm Park on the Brisbane River.
New Farm Qld 4005
Contact details
Phone: 07 3358 8600Online: http://www.brisbanepowerhouse.org/
Seating guide
The Powerhouse Theatre has allocated seating. The Visy Theatre is general admission.Parking
Limited free parking on site.Public transport
CityCat: The New Farm Park CityCat stop is a short walk along the river from Brisbane Powerhouse.Bus: Bus services 195, 196 and 197 stop at New Farm Park. Follow the riverside walk from the CityCat jetty. Service 199 stops on Merthyr Road within walking distance via Lamington Street.
Bicycle: Bike racks are located at the Stores and Turbine buildings.
Taxi: Collect and drop off at the Stores Building. Free taxi phone is located in the foyer opposite box office.
For additional public transport information, please contact Translink on 13 12 30 or visit www.translink.qld.gov.au.
Accessibility
Brisbane Powerhouse is accessible on all levels for special needs patrons. They are happy to reserve seats for patrons using wheelchairs, crutches and walking frames but need to know your requirements a minimum of 24 hours in advance. Please let the Box Office know of your requirements when booking tickets.Designated parking spaces are available for patrons with special needs, and a lift operates from the Stores Building to the Devine Plaza. For patrons who are unable to walk, Powerhouse staff will make arrangements to accommodate your drop off and pick up requirements, with 24 hours advance notice.
General bookings
Phone - 07 3358 8600Online - www.brisbanepowerhouse.org
In Person – Brisbane Powerhouse Box Office at 119 Lamington St, New Farm
Doors open
Doors open 15 minutes prior to performance time.Eat & Drink
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Tue – Sun 11am til late
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Tue- Fri 10am til late
Sat – Sun 8am til late
