2023 Ritchies Boonah Arts Festival

Whats On – All event details to be confirmed

Saturday 2 – Saturday 9 September 2023

 

RED RIM COMBINED BANDS CONCERT

An opportunity to hear three spectacular Community Bands from Boonah and Redland City playing a ‘bright’ program for all music lovers.  The grand finale will be all three bands combining for two outstanding pieces.

Boonah Cultural Centre  

 

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’.  All glue and bling supplied or bring your own sparkle with you.

 

Boonah Cultural Centre

ASHE LAWRANCE MEMORIAL YOUNG BLING

Take a whole lot of ‘sequins’ and ‘glitter’ and bling up an item.  Everything supplied including glue and serious bling.

Boonah Cultural Centre

 

ART WORKSHOPS

From absolute beginners to experienced artists using a wide variety of drawing mediums including pastels, inks and mark making implements.

Everything supplied.

Boonah Cultural Centre

THE GREAT COMEDY DEBATE

A ‘sparkling’ debate with some of Fassifern’s funniest characters ‘shining’ a light on a not so serious topic.

Boonah Cultural Centre

SIP AND PAINT

Try your hand at painting and have fun at this social event. Includes a pre-drawn canvas, paints, artist instructions and a glass of wine, beer or soft drink. Bookings essential.

Boonah Cultural Centre

 

WRITING WORKSHOPS

Workshop subjects to be confirmed.

Boonah Cultural Centre

Friday 8 September

THE YOUTH SHOWCASE

A highly entertaining event of featuring local children aged from 4 years performing and dancing in this special event.

Boonah Cultural Centre – 6.30pm

 

 

Saturday 9 September

FASHION SHOW & FESTIVAL AWARDS

Dazzling handmade outfits, shimmering gowns and wonderful creations glisten this night of fashion and wearable art.  This night includes the presentation of the winners of the Art and Writing Awards. Surprises and entertainment too.

Boonah Cultural Centre – 7pm

 

Art Viewing – 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 3 – Saturday 9 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.

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