Waltzing Our Matilda
Waltzing Our Matilda is a theatrical journey through the wonderful music and history of Queensland as told by legendary Australian icon, Banjo Paterson. As Paterson sits and tries to write what will someday be his most loved work (Waltzing Matilda), he reflects on the history and characters of our great country and our vast state. Tales and characters come to life as the great poet searches his imagination for inspiration. You’ll hear classic Australian songs and little known gems from great Australian singers and historical figures such as Dame Nellie Melba, Gladys Moncrieff and Peter Dawson, as Banjo weaves his poetic magic throughout the show.
Combining the soaring voices of Opera Queensland’s Young Artists, the musical expertise of Narelle French, and the flair of one of Queensland’s favourite performers, Jason Barry-Smith, Waltzing Our Matilda promises to be a stunning night of sumptuous song.
Two performances of Waltzing Our Matilda will be staged at the Conservatorium Theatre on 24 and 31 July, after which time the production will hit the road for a tour of regional Queensland from 3 to 23 August, with performances in centres such as Toowoomba, Maryborough, Gladstone, Biloela, Emerald, Barcaldine, Longreach, Winton, Moranbah, Proserpine, Innisfail, Atherton and Cairns.
Dates
Fri 24 July 2009 - Fri 31 July 2009
Times
7.30pm
Venue
Conservatorium Theatre16 Russell Street, South Bank
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
The Conservatorium Theatre is at the Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University located at 16 Russell Street, South Bank.
It is in South Bank’s cultural precinct, adjacent to the Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC).
For more information visit www.griffith.edu.au/queenslandconservatorium.
Seating guide
Take a look at the Conservatorium Theatre seating plan to check if you’ve got good seats.
Public transport
For bus, train, ferry and CityCat timetables, as well as information about planning your journey visit www.translink.com.au or telephone 13 12 30.
Buses: The Cultural Centre and South Bank Busway stations are five minutes walk from the Conservatorium. The Cultural Centre station is north of the Conservatorium, while the South Bank station is situated to the south.
Ferries: Both the Cross River Ferry and the CityCat terminals are located on South Bank's Clem Jones Promenade.
Trains: The South Brisbane railway station is diagonally opposite Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University.
Taxis: A courtesy phone is located in the main foyer near the internal staircase. The closest taxi ranks are located at QPAC.
Parking
Parking available at the following stations:
- South Bank Parklands (entry via Grey Street)
- Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (entry via Merivale Street or Grey Street)
- QPAC (entry via Melbourne St - turn right just before you get onto Victoria Bridge)
- Museum and Art Gallery (entry off Grey Street – just before the dinosaur! or the Stanley Street tunnel).
For more information please see South Bank Precinct Parking.
Accessibility
The Conservatorium Theatre has lift access. The lift to the foyer is located under the main staircase entrance in Russell Street. Seats in the Conservatorium Theatre located in rows K to Q seats 4 -10 are connected to a Hearing Aid Loop. This facility is only available during events that involve sound enhancement. Please advise of your individual needs when booking your tickets.
