If you ever wanted to hear about early theatre in Launceston, this will be fascinating.

Dr Woollard will regale you with stories of visiting thespians, scoundrels and rogues, tell you about the first performance spaces in Launceston, and perhaps give you the first examples of the Tasmanian north south rivalry around 180 years ago.

Back in those days, shows could last as long as 6 hours albeit with an hour or so of performing dogs, but in this talk, Dr Jane fits nicely within the allocated hour without the assistance of dogs.

#EarlArts #TheatreNorth #Princess Theatre #Launceston

If you ever wanted to hear about early theatre in Launceston, this will be fascinating.
Dr Woollard will regale you with stories of visiting thespians, scoundrels and rogues, tell you about the first performance spaces in Launceston, and perhaps give you the first examples of the Tasmanian north south rivalry around 180 years ago.
Back in those days, shows could last as long as 6 hours albeit with an hour or so of performing dogs, but in this talk, Dr Jane fits nicely within the allocated hour without the assistance of dogs.
#EarlArts #TheatreNorth #Princess Theatre #Launceston

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Theatre North Conversation, April 2023 - Dr Jane Woollard

In November 2011, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) officially designated April 30 as International Jazz Day in order to highlight jazz and its diplomatic role of uniting people in all corners of the globe.

In Tasmania, Ade Ishs is having a special afternoon on Apr 28 to celebrate IJD with an afternoon matinee at the Crowded Lounge in Latrobe.

After spending his early years in Indonesia, he travelled the world for study, work and his music.

A few years ago, Ade and his family fell in love with Tasmania and moved from Melbourne to settle..... and to continue to compose and play jazz.

This is our discussion.

Jazz Spectrum is heard every Sunday morning 9-11am on City Park Radio.

Find out more about Ade at https://www.adeishs.com/

Information about IJD here https://jazzday.com/

In November 2011, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (<a href="https://en.unesco.org/commemorations/jazzday">UNESCO</a>) officially designated April 30 as International Jazz Day in order to highlight jazz and its diplomatic role of uniting people in all corners of the globe.
In Tasmania, Ade Ishs is having a special afternoon on Apr 28 to celebrate IJD with an afternoon matinee at the Crowded Lounge in Latrobe.
After spending his early years in Indonesia, he travelled the world for study, work and his music.
A few years ago, Ade and his family fell in love with Tasmania and moved from Melbourne to settle..... and to continue to compose and play jazz.
This is our discussion.
Jazz Spectrum is heard every Sunday morning 9-11am on City Park Radio.
Find out more about Ade at <a href="https://www.adeishs.com/">https://www.adeishs.com/</a>
Information about IJD here <a href="https://jazzday.com/">https://jazzday.com/</a>

Ade Ishs - International Jazz Day

When a Scotsman emigrates to Australia, the mere mention of whiskey is enough to organise a gig in a Tasmanian distillery.

For Graeme McColgan, it meant having to source/borrow audio equipment. A chance meeting in northwest Tasmania to borrow some gear led to making music with two well known Tasmanian locals - Neil Gray & Bob Connor.. It was the genesis of a debut CD.... Distant Shores.

Graeme has his heart on settling in Tasmania, but for the time being is a FIFO musician catching up with The Stovies every month. 

The Scotsman told his story and played some of the music from the CD during the Long Lunch program on City Park Radio.

More details and information about their debut CD -

https://thestovies.com.au/  - https://www.facebook.com/thescotsmanmusic - https://www.thescotsmanmusic.com/

When a Scotsman emigrates to Australia, the mere mention of whiskey is enough to organise a gig in a Tasmanian distillery.
For Graeme McColgan, it meant having to source/borrow audio equipment. A chance meeting in northwest Tasmania to borrow some gear led to making music with two well known Tasmanian locals - Neil Gray &amp; Bob Connor.. It was the genesis of a debut CD.... Distant Shores.
Graeme has his heart on settling in Tasmania, but for the time being is a FIFO musician catching up with The Stovies every month. 
The Scotsman told his story and played some of the music from the CD during the Long Lunch program on City Park Radio.
More details and information about their debut CD -
<a href="https://thestovies.com.au/">https://thestovies.com.au/</a>  - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thescotsmanmusic">https://www.facebook.com/thescotsmanmusic</a> - <a href="https://www.thescotsmanmusic.com/">https://www.thescotsmanmusic.com/</a>

The Scotsman & The Stovies

Friends of Theatre North in Launceston continue to hold regular conversations for its theatre going members and the public.

In 2024, these talks have been badged "Cinq et Sept" -  just another name for an enjoyable early evening, centered on good company and convivial conversation.

On March 21, they gathered together a panel featuring Michael Edgar, Dr Asher Warren, Jane Johnson, and Sally Richardson.

For this conversation, Stuart Loone asked the question - what was the moment their outlook was changed by the theatre.

In partnership with Theatre North, a 56min version was broadcast on City Park Radio on Monday 8th April. 

Friends of Theatre North in Launceston continue to hold regular conversations for its theatre going members and the public.
In 2024, these talks have been badged "Cinq et Sept" -  just another name for an enjoyable early evening, centered on good company and convivial conversation.
On March 21, they gathered together a panel featuring Michael Edgar, Dr Asher Warren, Jane Johnson, and Sally Richardson.
For this conversation, Stuart Loone asked the question - what was the moment their outlook was changed by the theatre.
In partnership with Theatre North, a 56min version was broadcast on City Park Radio on Monday 8th April.

Theatre North Conversation, April 2023 - Dr Jane Woollard

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