2021 Arts Festival Program
‘Get Your Sparkle On’
Saturday 4 September
RED RIM COMBINED BANDS CONCERT
An opportunity to hear two spectacular Community Bands playing a ‘bright’ program for all music lovers. Including special guests The TCS Singers a Brisbane based community choir.
Boonah Cultural Centre – 1pm
Adults $10, Members, concession and students (12+ years) $5, Children under 12 Free.
Ticketing/registration details available soon.
Monday 6 September
BLING THAT THING
Choose from a variety of objects like a left shoe, kitchen utensil, wine glass or bring your own item to ‘Bling That Thing’. Items completed will be displayed during the Festival and voted on by the public for a ‘Shiny’ prize. All glue and bling supplied or bring your own sparkle with you.
Adults – $10; Members, concession & students (12yrs+) $5. Bar Open
Boonah Cultural Centre – 7pm
Adults $10, Members, concession and students (12+ years) $5, Children under 12 Free.
Ticketing/registration details available soon.
Tuesday 7 September
ASHE LAWRANCE MEMORIAL YOUNG BLING
Take a whole lot of ‘sequins’ and ‘glitter’ and bling up a calico apron to model or display in the Festival’s Fashion Awards for lots of prizes. Everything supplied including apron, glue and serious bling.
Boonah Cultural Centre – 3.30pm
Free Event
Ticketing/registration details available soon.
Tuesday 7 September
SKETCHING WORKSHOP
Join multi award winning artist Glen Smith for a relaxed evening of learning the art of sketching.
Everything supplied.
Boonah Cultural Centre – 7pm
Adults – $10; Members, concession & students (12yrs+) $5
Ticketing/registration details available soon.
Wednesday 8 September
THE GREAT COMEDY DEBATE
A ‘sparkling’ debate with some of Fassifern’s funniest characters ‘shining’ a light on a not so serious topic. Also featuring the extremely talented High School Debate Team.
Boonah Cultural Centre – 7pm
Adults – $10; Members, concession & students (12yrs+) $5; Children under 12 free. Ticketing/registration details available soon.
Thursday 9 September
SIP AND PAINT
Try your hand at painting and ‘glisten’ at this fun social event. Includes a pre-drawn canvas, paints, artist instructions and a glass of wine, beer or soft drink. Bookings essential.
Boonah Cultural Centre – 7pm
Adults – $25; Members, concession & students (12yrs+) $20
Ticketing/registration details available soon.
Friday 10 September
THE YOUTH SHOWCASE
A highly entertaining event of ‘shimmer’ and ‘twinkle’ featuring local children aged from 4 years performing and dancing in this special event.
Boonah Cultural Centre – 6.30pm
Adults – $15; Members, concession & students (12yrs+) $10; Children under 12 free.
Ticketing/registration details available soon.
Saturday 11 September
FASHION SHOW & FESTIVAL AWARDS
‘Dazzling’ handmade outfits, ‘shimmering’ gowns and wonderful creations ‘glisten’ this night of fashion and wearable art. This night include entertainment and the presentation of the winners of the Art and Writing Awards. Surprises and entertainment too.
Boonah Cultural Centre – 7pm
Adults – $15; Members, concession & students $10, Children under 12 Free.
Ticketing/registration details available soon
All Week
Artworks, sculptures and photography all beautifully exhibited at the Boonah Cultural Centre.
Purchase a raffle ticket to make your selection in the coveted People’s Choice Award.
Sunday 5 – Saturday 11 September
Art Viewing is open from 9am – 1pm daily. Free Entry.
All events are held at the Boonah and District Cultural Centre, 3 High Street Boonah.
GET INVOLVED
The Ritchies Boonah Arts Festival is about promoting the cultural heart of the community. It gives everyone an opportunity to display their talent in the art, writing, and fashion competitions, or on stage in lively and entertaining shows.
Get involved: onstage, backstage, social media, logistics, clerical, or general help. Make friends and contribute to the economic and social wellbeing of the community. It’s lots of fun.