A Night of Stars      
Theatre Royal Fundraiser 2012

Make sure you don’t miss this night of outstanding performances by some of Australia’s best known Stars as we celebrate the 175th Anniversary of the first performance at the Theatre Royal.

This wonderful evening includes the ‘Stars on Stage’ Concert, which will be hosted by Garry McDonald, one of Australia’s best known entertainers, much loved for his role as Arthur in the television series ‘Mother and Son.’  The concert will feature a stunning performance by dancers from the Australian Ballet and include a range of other brilliant pieces that celebrate stars past and future at the Theatre Royal. Actors, dancers and singers will recreate hallmark performances and relive the lively atmosphere of the Theatre Royal over the past 175 years. A Vivien Leigh, Sir Lawrence Olivier, Noel Coward and many more will be here to entertain you!  The concert concludes with a mass choir performance focussing on the future of the Theatre Royal. 

And following the Concert this special evening continues with an intimate experience on stage that will include performances by surprise guest artists, a gourmet supper featuring the finest Tasmanian produce prepared by a celebrity Chef and the opportunity to meet the ‘Stars’. Tickets for this fabulous evening of entertainment and fun are $175 per person.

If you’re unable to join us for the full event, you can purchase tickets for the ‘Stars on Stage’ Concert only for $35 per person.

By attending this evening, not only will you experience a fantastic night out, you will contribute to the Theatre Royal’s Applause Private Giving Program, which is focused on:

• Providing access for children to attend performances at the Theatre Royal
• Assisting artists of the future
• Supporting the restoration, conservation and development of this beautiful theatre.

THE THEATRE ROYAL PRESENTS A CRITICAL STAGES AND THE FOLLIES COMPANY PRODUCTION

Syncopation is a smash-hit fusion of comedy, drama, romance and ballroom dancing set in the exciting, electric rush of New York City in 1912.

Henry Ribolow is a Jewish meatpacker crazy with a dream of becoming a ballroom dancer, and desperate for a dance partner. Anna Bianchi, an Italian Catholic seamstress, is unsatisfied with her life until she spots a curious ad in the paper: “Give your life a lift. Wanted: A Dance Partner to dance for royalty.”

From the moment Anna summons up the courage to answer the ad, sparks fly. As Anna and Henry take their first steps together they embark on a journey that will transform their lives.

Urged on by the jazzy rhythms and haunting melodies of Gershwin, Joplin and Berlin, the beautiful story of Henry and Anna takes flight, soaring in amazing ballroom routines.

THE THEATRE ROYAL PRESENTS A SYDNEY DANCE COMPANY PRODUCTION

Beautifully wrought from the world of signs and symbols in our everyday lives, Artistic Director Rafael Bonachela’s celebrated production had its Australian premiere in 2011 and in 2012 comes to the Theatre Royal.

Every exquisite movement picks out the irresistible intensity of Ezio Bosso’s score, with the Company’s magnificent dancers performing on a set of fluoro tubes and rich, constantly changing colours.

Designed by a crack British team this is a production which promises all the physical precision and enthralling dance that have dazzled the Company’s audiences from Shanghai to Venice. Don’t miss it!

This is a Theatre Royal Season 2012 show and is available for Season package discounts.

TASDANCE, IN ASSOCIATION WITH THE THEATRE ROYAL, PRESENTS

Electric…energetic….electronic!

Two works – two extraordinary choreographers, Larissa McGowan and Anna Smith

Transducer, a machine for converting energy, has inspired Larissa McGowan to examine energy in all its forms and impacts. The subsequent interplay between sound and exertion stretches boundaries, encouraging and revealing new dance and movement pathways.

Adventurous Sydney composer Charlie Chan has collaborated with Larissa to create the score which exaggerates this interaction.

As an innovative and celebrated artist Anna Smith takes on an exploration of Raymond Kurzweil’s concept of singularity. He defines it as ‘the moment when technological change becomes so rapid and profound, (that) it represents a rupture in the fabric of human history’, predicting this will happen in 2045, and the moment when technology and computers will surpass our human brainpower.

If the prediction is correct, how will this impact on mankind? This idea reflects Anna’s ongoing investigation into the ways we tip the balance, not only technologically but environmentally. Anna collaborates with cutting edge design company Bluebottle in creating set and lighting.

Imperial Russian Ballet Company presents

Following their 2011 sell out performance of A Festival of Russian Ballet, the Imperial Russian Ballet Company return to Australia with their presentation of the classic masterpiece “Sleeping Beauty” in three acts.

The Imperial Russian Ballet Company combines the unity and integrity of the great Russian ballet schools where traditions are passed on from one generation to another. 

Sleeping Beauty follows the story of Princess Aurora. During her christening, the King fails to invite the bad fairy Carabosse who then casts a spell on the Princess that will mean she will die from a needle prick at the age of 16.  The King tries to protect his daughter by banning all needles but Princess Aurora pricks her finger on her sixteenth birthday. Act 2 is set 100 years later, when a handsome prince stubbles upon the Sleeping Beauty, Princess Aurora. She is awoken from her sleep and witchcraft is defeated, while the Princess and Prince are married.