Kuranda Amphitheatre Annual General Meeting

Please submit all nominations for the committee positions of President, Secretary, Treasurer, Vice President, Bookings Officer, Media, and Bar Manager addressed to The Secretary, KAS, P.O. Box 500, Kuranda 4881 or email kuranda_amp@bigpond.com.au

Proxy voting forms are available from the Secretary, from the Honey House, Kuranda and the Village Vibe Cafe, Kuranda.

SATURDAY 27TH FEBRUARY 2010
DOORSOPEN: 4.00 PM

UNDERSTAGE FILM NIGHT 'THE END OF THE LINE'

THE END OF THE LINE
imagine a world without fish

This film looks at the effect on our oceans of 60 years of industrial fishing and discusses the way forward towards sustainable seafood.

At a time when the world will need more and more food, we have been squandering the greatest food resource on the planet.

This film gives us in North Queensland a global perspective on the need to protect our local marine resources in the face of the potential collapse of many of the world's ocean ecosystems.

The world's first major documentary about the devastating effect of overfishing premiered at 2009 Sundance Film Festival.

Imagine an ocean without fish. Imagine your meals without seafood. Imagine the global consequences. This is the future for much of the world if we do not stop, think and act.

Watch the trailer: www.endoftheline.com

Speakers, great displays and information on local sustainable seafood.

Presented by:
Cafnec, (Cairns & Far North Enviroment Centre) & Kuranda Envirocare

THURSDAY 18TH MARCH
MOVIE STARTS: 7.00 PM
TEA & COFFEE AVAILABLE
ENTRY: BY GOLD COIN DONATION

Al Di Meola with World Sinfonia

CANCELLED

Al Di Meola and his band World Sinfonia have had to cancel their current Australia and New Zealand tour due to unforseen circumstances.

Tickets holders are asked to contact their point of purchase for a refund.

Lee Kernaghan: Planet Country Australian Tour

Toyota Prado proudly presents Lee Kernaghan’s Planet Country Australian Tour.

Lee’s new album Planet Country was released on November 6, 2009 and went straight to #1 on the ARIA Country charts. His Planet Country Australian Tour will travel the length and breadth of this vast country, beginning in January 2010 and will culminate in 2011.

The Planet Country Tour will be another landmark in the extraordinary career of Lee Kernaghan. The tour will feature special guests Jasmine Rae and Markus Meier on all shows.

Kernaghan's dynamic live performances have been a trademark to his stellar career which has enabled him to take country music "out of the box" and serve it up, pyrotechnics and all, to a mainstream audience.

Lee Kernaghan’s Planet Country Australian Tour is the hot ticket for 2010. It will rock, it will roll, it will party and it will be Lee Kernaghan at his very best.

Jasmine Rae, Australia’s new country sensation, a recent nominee in the Best Country Album category at the 2009 ARIA Awards, for more info check out, www.jasminerae.com.au

Markus Meier, with his unique style of Country Blues that he writes and sings about so passionately, check out www.markusmeier.com.au

SUNDAY 25TH APRIL 2010
GATES & BAR OPEN: 6:30pm
LICENSED VENUE
DELICIOUS MEALS AVAILABLE
SHOW STARTS: 8.00 PM
TICKETS:
Adult - $49.90
Conc. - $44.90
Children (12-16) - $24.90
Groups 10+ - $44.90

TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM @ ticketLINK and Kuranda Video Shop

please purchase early to avoid dissapointment

BUS TRANSFERS FROM CAIRNS AVAILABLE, please book when purchasing tickets @ ticketLINK

CHRONIC HAZE ‘UNDER THE HALO’ ALBUM LAUNCH

CHRONIC HAZE, three-piece progressive rock band based in Cairns and Kuranda, recently released their debut 5-track EP, UNDER THE HALO, have been playing together for almost a year. They hold a healthy record of gigs from playing numerous times at The Cairns Bullbar, The Cape York Hotel, Shenanigans, A J Hackett, and the Kuranda Amphitheatre Understage and Mainstage, has played together with high-end FNQ bands such as Zennith and Vikarious, and most recently at the Scorcher Festival in Brisbane.

With songs such as ‘Shatter’ and ‘Waves’, the band knows how to put together an energetic set for the Y-Generation, with effect-driven, but clean guitar work, hard-hitting vocals & lyrics, intricate drumming & bass playing, and some brutal noise-production worthy of partying along to. On the flip side, the crew can also chill out and play a subdued acoustic set with intricate, sweet vocals and some smooth acoustic guitar work. Everything from calm and subdued Pop-Rock to the air-punching Metal!

Supporting CHRONIC HAZE on the night is Cairns band, JOBSTOPPER, a punky, ska, 6/7 piece band with brass section - sax, trombone & trumpet, with Will Carroll, of Oscar’s Big Head reknown.

THE UNDERSTAGE
SATURDAY 29TH MAY
DOORS OPEN 6PM
ENTRY $10
**18+ EVENT
NIBBLIES AVAILABLE

CHRONIC HAZE - For more information and their music check out www.myspace.com/chronichazerock

TWO DAYS OF ORIGINAL ROOTS, REGGAE, ROCK & SOUND SYSTEM CULTURE

BUS TIMES NOW AVAILABLE FOR THE SATURDAY
(Check below for details)

THE BEAUTIFUL GIRLS, ZENNITH, SUNSHINE SOUND SYSTEM, Kooii, Marcus Fari, Mantaka, Darky Roots, Opiuo, Dirty Harry Selassi, Chocolate Strings, and many more...

One of the Far North Queensland’s most eclectic festivals is back for 2010 with the biggest line-up on the bill yet. Reputed as one of Australia’s most unique outdoor festivals of world, roots, reggae, dub, and now rock music, Kuranda Roots Festival has received acclaim for its good vibes and outstanding atmosphere.

Sharing the bill alongside ZENNITH www.myspace.com/zennithboyz whose recent achievements include a spot on the coveted line-up at the Byron Bay BluesFest, and the release of their debut single and film clip ‘Simplified’ the prelude for their debut album supported by Arts Qld set for release mid-year, are roots rock stars, THE BEAUTIFUL GIRLS www.myspace.com/thebeautifulgirls and a plethora of highly respected bands playing across three stages.The two-day event at Kuranda Amphitheatre will also feature a special one-off reformation by Queensland’s first pioneering reggae band Mantaka.

2010 KURANDA ROOTS PROGRAM
FRIDAY - DANCE NITE AT THE UNDERSTAGE
* OPIUO * DARKY ROOTS * KOAHLITION * BESSY LOU * JUDDAH *
* FAR NORTHERN SOUL COLLECTIVE *


SATURDAY - KURANDA ROOTS FESTIVAL - MAINSTAGE
* THE BEAUTIFUL GIRLS * ZENNITH * THE NOMAD * KOOII *
* DARKY ROOTS * MANTAKA * CHOCOLATE STRINGS * BANDAWALLA MOONS *
GUDJU GUDJU * IMAN DAN *


SATURDAY - KURANDA ROOTS FESTIVAL - PIRATE STAGE
* BILLY DREAD * MARCUS FAR I * RESETESER* JOBSTOPPER * THE RUDE *
* BABYLON* CULTURE HARRY * PAUL ABAD * DIGGIZ *
* OMBUDSMAN * SUN IN AQUARIUS *

This year marks the 50th birthday celebrations of Zennith band member, and well known Kuranda local musician Willie Brim, who was part of the acclaimed band Mantaka, Willie will be joining his fellow band members for a special performance that will only occur at the Kuranda Roots Festival.

Once again, this year’s program kicks off on the Friday night in the legendary Amphitheatre Understage to get the party started. The main day of the festival runs from midday on Saturday, with three stages of music, food and craft markets, licensed bar, Amphitheatre kitchen and Chai stall.

Kuranda Roots Festival is an all ages event, with children under 12 free, and a great day for the entire family to celebrate Kuranda’s lively arts and culture.

**PRE-SOLD TICKET INFORMATION** STANDARD SEASON - Adult/$78 + BF * GROUPS of 6/$68 + BF *
STANDARD DAY TICKETS - Fri Adult/$25 + BF *Sat Adult/$55 + BF * GROUPS of 6/$48 + BF *
KIDS UNDER 12 FREE *

*BOOKING FEE- All ticket pricing may be subject to an additional booking fee, please check at time of purchase.

Tickets are available from www.rudekat.com, Ticketlink Cairns, www.ticketlink.com.au, Kuranda Video Store, and Cairns retail outlets - Shiva Moon, Shi Sha Beads and Fetish 4 Life.

TICKET PRICING *AT THE GATE* FRIDAY - Adult/$27 - 12-17yrs/$15 SEASON - Adult/$78 - Group 6+ /$68 per person SATURDAY - Adult/$55 - Groups of 6+/$48 per person - 12-17yrs/$30 - Kids Under 12 Free

KURANDA ROOTS FESTIVAL BUS TIMETABLE
CAIRNS/KURANDA FOR SATURDAY 26TH JUNE
$10 each way - $20 return


DEP: SALTHOUSE, PIERPOINT RD CAIRNS TO KURANDA AMPHITHEATRE
11.30 Ex Salt House to Kuranda 12.15 Arrive Kuranda
13.30 Ex Salt House to Kuranda 14.15 Arrive Kuranda
15.30 Ex Salt House to Kuranda 16.15 Arrive Kuranda


DEP: KURANDA AMPHITHEATRE TO SALTHOUSE, CAIRNS
22.15 Ex Kuranda to Salt House 23.00 Arrive Salt House
22.45 Ex Kuranda to Salt House 23.30 Arrive Salt House


FOR KURANDA ROOTS FESTIVAL BUS BOOKINGS CONTACT:
Olivia White, Functions, Events & Marketing Salt House
Ph: 07 4041 7733 Fax; 07 4041 5444 Mob; 0400 297 376
E: olivia@salthouse.com.au

For programming information www.kurandaroots.com
For additional event information www.myspace/kurandaamphitheatre
For information on Kuranda www.kuranda.org

Focus Theatre presents Near Financial Ruin by Janice Starck
Directed and Produced by Diana Monaghan and Lee Kain

A Radio Play about a bunch of misfits attempting a ‘Get Rich’ scheme, with hilarious results.

“We have all heard stories on the radio, but not many of the younger community would know that a radio hall with a packed audience was all the go at one time..... Near Financial Ruin is not an old fashioned radio play - it is a crazy, contemporary play that will give the audience a lot of participation and loads of laughs.” Diana Monaghan

A bunch of adventurers caught in a cyclone in the bush in the Far North, whatever can they be up to? Well, you’ll have to come along and see, won’t you?

Cast: Janice Starck (Vinessa), Jai Cairnes (Doug), Vanessa Van der Made (Deisellina), Lee Kain (Jack), Seren Starlight (Whezoos) and Lee Kain (Master of Ceremonies) Stage Managers: Hayley Buchanan & Debbie Crow Musical Director: Leah Kelly

The Understage
Friday 6th August & Saturday 7th August
Doors & Bar open 7pm (bar open before and after performance)
Showtime 8pm
Light meals & desserts by Liza available after the show
Admission prices: Amphitheatre Members: $12 Non-Members: $15 Students 12yrs to High School: $8
Please Note: The content of this play is NOT suitable for less than 12yrs

BAND PLAY OFFS FOR THE 1ST MOTORCYCLE EXPO +2

A ‘battle of the bands’ where young, budding rock, punk/ska, garage and metal bands from Kuranda, Cairns and the Tablelands compete for an opportunity to play Mainstage at the Kuranda Amphitheatre as a support act to the headlining acts Baton Rogue Morgue (direct from Helsinki, Finland) and Lord (Sydney) at the 1st Motorcycle Expo +2, on Saturday 2nd October 2010.

The line-up is building fast for the Play Offs and include Power Wagon, Chronic Haze, Job Stopper, Max and the Misfits, Projectile, Munitions, Sons of Sisters, Fruit Tree Jungle, Slipper Clutch, Slobs Option, Said & Done, Enemys Closer, Derringers, Phoenix Rising.

6 Winners from this event will play as a support band to Baton Rogue Morgue, hard rock band, to play exclusively at the Kuranda Amphitheatre (first time performance in Australia!), and Lord, heavy metal band, performing one night only at the 1st Motorcycle Expo, on their way to Japan.

1^st MOTORCYCLE EXPO +2 BAND PLAY-OFF’S
SUNDAY 22ND AUGUST 2010
GATES OPEN: 11AM
LICENSED VENUE
MEALS AVAILABLE

ENTRY: by Gold Coin Donation

BANDS & ARTISTS: Sound system, and gear, (including drum set) will be all set up on the Mainstage, ready to go – simply bring your instruments and your talent.

To apply, and for enquiries please contact Carl ph. 0427 811 113

CHASING THE LOLLYMAN

"As original as it is Aboriginal" Baz McAlister, Time Off

Chasing the Lollyman is a one man show devised and performed by one of Queensland’s most dynamic and funny Indigenous performers, Mark Sheppard. It is a joyous sharing of stories, a celebration of urban Indigenous identity and takes a satirical look at the media and popular culture. Playing a variety of characters and weaving stand up with story telling and a good dose of clown, Mark pokes fun at everything from Neighbours (what would it be like if a Murri family moved into Ramsey St) to politics.

Developed in collaboration with and directed by Liz Skitch, Chasing The Lollyman is a brilliant new comedy brought to you by deBASE productions, makers of the hit comedy, “The Clown from Snowy River”.

Written by Mark Sheppard, Co-devised with Liz Skitch, Set Design Josh McIntosh, Sound Design Ian O’Brien

“An affable and winning actor, Sheppard’s picaresque offering is as original as it is Aboriginal, taking a light - hearted but surprisingly deep and personal look at Murri culture within a sketch framework, drawing on his own childhood in Mareeba among the Muluridgi mob.” Baz McAlister, Time Off Magazine, 2010

The Understage
Tuesday 31st August 2010
Showtime: 7 pm
Entry: $10 Adults, $5 Children

For Booking info: Thea Buthmann ph. (07)4093 7298 or 4093 8048