Valley Fiesta is on this weekend!
Brisbane City Council has put together a FREE weekend of music, theatre, performing arts and visual arts embracing all corners of the Valley arts community. Incorporating the Mexican Day Of The Dead theme, Valley Fiesta 2009 is set across three stages – Naked All Sorts Mall Stage, SAE Brisbane Street Stage and the Chinatown Mall Theatre Stage.
In addition to the already announced program, Valley Fiesta also welcomes a number of Satellite Events running in conjunction with Fiesta throughout the weekend. These include Hope For Our Homeless, Zombie Walk, It’s Bazaar Fashion Market and Free Doors across a number of venues in the Valley.
Brisbane Lord Mayor Campbell Newman said this year’s Fiesta had been returned to its roots as a community event, with theatre acts, art works and markets all complementing the music.
“Valley Fiesta has arrived again and I’m thrilled that we were able to save it and bring it back bigger and better than ever,” Cr Newman said.
“This year we’ve worked hard to return it to a more community-friendly event and I encourage everyone to come down and experience what Valley Fiesta is all about.
“And while you’re there make sure you pop into one of the many local shops and restaurants and give them a hand during these tough economic times.”
Cr Newman will be joining Valley Fiesta for a special opening ceremony featuring Chrislyn Hamilton (Australian Idol) and Kev Carmody at midday on Saturday at Brunswick St Mall.
In addition to the already announced program, Valley Fiesta also welcomes a number of Satellite Events running in conjunction with Fiesta throughout the weekend. These include Hope For Our Homeless, Zombie Walk, It’s Bazaar Fashion Market and Free Doors across a number of venues in the Valley.
Brisbane Lord Mayor Campbell Newman said this year’s Fiesta had been returned to its roots as a community event, with theatre acts, art works and markets all complementing the music.
“Valley Fiesta has arrived again and I’m thrilled that we were able to save it and bring it back bigger and better than ever,” Cr Newman said.
“This year we’ve worked hard to return it to a more community-friendly event and I encourage everyone to come down and experience what Valley Fiesta is all about.
“And while you’re there make sure you pop into one of the many local shops and restaurants and give them a hand during these tough economic times.”
Cr Newman will be joining Valley Fiesta for a special opening ceremony featuring Chrislyn Hamilton (Australian Idol) and Kev Carmody at midday on Saturday at Brunswick St Mall.
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Valley Fiesta announces unique Visual Arts Program
Valley Fiesta broadens its community reach with an inclusive arts program incorporating thirteen galleries across the entertainment precinct.
Brisbane City Council is proud to incorporate a unique visual arts element to this year’s Valley Fiesta with the inclusion of an ‘Art Walk’ throughout the galleries of the valley.
Lord Mayor Campbell Newman said adding visual arts to the program was part of Council’s plan to make Valley Fiesta a more community-friendly event.
“When we rescued Valley Fiesta from collapse this year we decided that we take the opportunity to return the event to its roots as a celebration of Brisbane’s cutting-edge arts scene that people of all ages could enjoy,” Cr Newman said.
“With a number of art galleries springing up all over the city, visual artists are becoming increasingly important to Brisbane’s creative scene and hopefully the ‘Art Walk’ will pull a new clientele to the event that we’ve never had before.”
For the full Arts Program details, click here.
Brisbane City Council is proud to incorporate a unique visual arts element to this year’s Valley Fiesta with the inclusion of an ‘Art Walk’ throughout the galleries of the valley.
Lord Mayor Campbell Newman said adding visual arts to the program was part of Council’s plan to make Valley Fiesta a more community-friendly event.
“When we rescued Valley Fiesta from collapse this year we decided that we take the opportunity to return the event to its roots as a celebration of Brisbane’s cutting-edge arts scene that people of all ages could enjoy,” Cr Newman said.
“With a number of art galleries springing up all over the city, visual artists are becoming increasingly important to Brisbane’s creative scene and hopefully the ‘Art Walk’ will pull a new clientele to the event that we’ve never had before.”
For the full Arts Program details, click here.
Valley Fiesta announces theatre line up
Brisbane City Council continues to deliver a festival of substance with the first announcement of theatre and performing arts acts that will be gracing the Theatre Stage on the China Town Mall Valley Fiesta 2009.The Valley Entertainment Precinct will once again host a FREE weekend of top quality entertainment of music, theatre and performing arts from October 23-25.
With this year’s theme based on the Mexican Day of the Dead Festival, the Valley will come to life with an inspiring program for people of all ages to enjoy.
Lord Mayor Campbell Newman said he was excited by the diversity of this year’s acts, with performances from circus, street, puppetry and stage theatre represented.
“We wanted to return this festival to something that everyone in the community can come along and enjoy, and such a diverse range of quality acts will certainly help us achieve that.” Cr Newman said.
Valley Fiesta 2009 is proud to welcome Impro Gladiators; Zen Zen Zo; Circa Zoo; Lola The Vamp; Hoopla Clique; Dead Puppet Society; Jay Jay; Living Dolls; Sideshow Freaks; Painter Gals; S.C.U.B.A.; The Lame Academy; 2high Festival Guest Artists - Sneaky Feet, Extreme Team Comedy, Zeal Theatre, Acting Out; Short+Sweet Guest Artists - Survival Instincts, Fruits of War, It's All The Rage, Victor Blott’s Desire to Rot
Valley Fiesta 2009 launches competition initiatives with media partners
Brisbane City Council is pleased to launch three separate competitions in the lead up to Valley Fiesta thanks to fantastic media partnerships with triple j, Channel 10 and Video Hits.
Lord Mayor Campbell Newman said these initiatives give a launching pad to young bands and filmmakers in QLD and aspiring TV presenters throughout Australia.
“These media partnerships are a great opportunity for the local community and provide a fantastic platform for young creatives to get their work seen and heard, with Valley Fiesta being the perfect forum to make that happen. “
WIN YOUR BAND A SLOT ON THE FIESTA BILL THANKS TO TRIPLE J
Valley Fiesta and triple j unearthed are giving two bands the opportunity to play at the festival this year and receive national recognition and airplay on Australia’s flagship national youth network. Visit the Competitions page to find out how you could soon have your music exposed via Valley Fiesta and triple j!
WIN THE CHANCE TO INTERVIEW YOUR FAVOURITE BAND ON VIDEO HITS
Video Hits and Valley Fiesta are running a national competition for aspiring TV presenters to win the chance for you and a friend to fly to Valley Fiesta in Brisbane to interview your favourite band (*subject to availability) to air on Australia’s top prime time music program Video Hits. Simply upload your video response to the Video Hits call for submissions (information below) and post a link to your video pitch on Video Hits Facebook page. The competition is open from Sunday, 27th September to Sunday 11th October. For more, please see the Competitions page.
For more, click here.
Lord Mayor Campbell Newman said these initiatives give a launching pad to young bands and filmmakers in QLD and aspiring TV presenters throughout Australia.
“These media partnerships are a great opportunity for the local community and provide a fantastic platform for young creatives to get their work seen and heard, with Valley Fiesta being the perfect forum to make that happen. “
WIN YOUR BAND A SLOT ON THE FIESTA BILL THANKS TO TRIPLE J
Valley Fiesta and triple j unearthed are giving two bands the opportunity to play at the festival this year and receive national recognition and airplay on Australia’s flagship national youth network. Visit the Competitions page to find out how you could soon have your music exposed via Valley Fiesta and triple j!
WIN THE CHANCE TO MAKE THE TV AD FOR VALLEY FIESTA THANKS TO NETWORK TEN AND QUT. ENTRY DEADLINE EXTENDED!
WIN THE CHANCE TO INTERVIEW YOUR FAVOURITE BAND ON VIDEO HITS
Video Hits and Valley Fiesta are running a national competition for aspiring TV presenters to win the chance for you and a friend to fly to Valley Fiesta in Brisbane to interview your favourite band (*subject to availability) to air on Australia’s top prime time music program Video Hits. Simply upload your video response to the Video Hits call for submissions (information below) and post a link to your video pitch on Video Hits Facebook page. The competition is open from Sunday, 27th September to Sunday 11th October. For more, please see the Competitions page.
For more, click here.
Valley Fiesta 2009 announces full line up!
Valley Fiesta expands on already announced line up of fantastic international, national and local acts to feed your Heart & Soul. Proudly presented by Brisbane City Council, in partnership with triple j, Channel 10, Video Hits, Time Off, Fasterlouder.com.au and ourbrisbane.com
Brisbane City Council continues to deliver a festival of substance with the 2nd announcement of acts for Valley Fiesta 2009.
The Valley Entertainment Precinct will once again host a FREE weekend of top quality entertainment of music, theatre and performing arts from October 23-25.
With this year’s theme based on the Mexican Day of the Dead Festival, the Valley will come to life with an inspiring program for people of all ages to enjoy.
Lord Mayor Campbell Newman said he was excited by the diversity of this year’s acts, with rock, soul, hip hop, indie, alt-country, soul fusion and blues represented.
“Valley Fiesta 2009 shows the strength of our local artists, as well as welcoming performances from national household names and international musicians from our Asian, UK and US neighbours,” Cr Newman said.
“We wanted to return this festival to something that everyone in the community can come along and enjoy, and such a diverse range of quality acts will certainly help us achieve that.”
Valley Fiesta 2009 is proud to welcome C.W. STONEKING, KEV CARMODY, BERTIE BLACKMAN, BOB LOG III (USA), THE MESS HALL, SAMPOLOGY'S SUPER VISUAL DISCO PARTY, THE PANDA BAND, JACK LADDER, ALEKS AND THE RAMPS, CUTHBERT & THE NIGHT WALKERS, DIAFRIX, HORRORTONES, KIRIN CALLINAN, LIMITED EXPRESS (HAS GONE?) (JAP), NI-HAO! (JAP), PASSENGER (UK), SIXFTHICK, SOMA RASA, TEXAS TEA, THE FEARLESS VAMPIRE KILLERS, THE FROWNING CLOUDS, THE OPTIMEN, VEGAS KINGS, ANDREW MORRIS, BALL PARK MUSIC, BESSY-LOU, BUTCHER BIRDS, CARRY NATION, CASTEL, CHRIS DALE & JOHN BUSBY, DANNY WIDDICOME, DISCO NAP, DOT.AY, FUSHIA, GRASSROOTS STREET ORCHESTRA, HITS, HUNGRY KIDS OF HUNGARY, LADYBOY, LION ISLAND, LITTLE SCOUT, MADELEINE PAIGE, SHREWMS, SMOKESTACK ORCHESTRA, THE BEATLEZ, THE GAMBLE SISTERS, THE HARD WORD, THE HONEY MONTH, THE OUTCOMES, THE WILSON PICKERS, WE ALL WANT TO, PLUS GUEST DJs from TRASH * BLINK * FAMILY * FANS & 4ZZZ.
The Valley Fiesta 2009 street party will take place over three days from October 23-25, on three stages in the Brunswick St Mall, Brunswick Street Closure and Chinatown Mall.
On the Brunswick St Mall Stage will beat the rock Heart of the festival, with programming showcasing some of the best international, national and local pop, rock, indie, hip hop and breaks acts.
Meanwhile, the Brunswick St Closure Stage will feed your Soul with a repertoire of alt-country, soul fusion, blues and blues-rock in a more laid back atmosphere that includes café seating and dining available from local restaurants.
Valley Fiesta 2009 will also include a series of events in the newly redeveloped Chinatown Mall, with the Theatre Stage hosting a contemporary theatre program including short theatre productions, impro, physical theatre and comedy. More announcements regarding the Theatre Stage are to come!
For more, click here.
The Valley Entertainment Precinct will once again host a FREE weekend of top quality entertainment of music, theatre and performing arts from October 23-25.
With this year’s theme based on the Mexican Day of the Dead Festival, the Valley will come to life with an inspiring program for people of all ages to enjoy.
Lord Mayor Campbell Newman said he was excited by the diversity of this year’s acts, with rock, soul, hip hop, indie, alt-country, soul fusion and blues represented.
“Valley Fiesta 2009 shows the strength of our local artists, as well as welcoming performances from national household names and international musicians from our Asian, UK and US neighbours,” Cr Newman said.
“We wanted to return this festival to something that everyone in the community can come along and enjoy, and such a diverse range of quality acts will certainly help us achieve that.”
Valley Fiesta 2009 is proud to welcome C.W. STONEKING, KEV CARMODY, BERTIE BLACKMAN, BOB LOG III (USA), THE MESS HALL, SAMPOLOGY'S SUPER VISUAL DISCO PARTY, THE PANDA BAND, JACK LADDER, ALEKS AND THE RAMPS, CUTHBERT & THE NIGHT WALKERS, DIAFRIX, HORRORTONES, KIRIN CALLINAN, LIMITED EXPRESS (HAS GONE?) (JAP), NI-HAO! (JAP), PASSENGER (UK), SIXFTHICK, SOMA RASA, TEXAS TEA, THE FEARLESS VAMPIRE KILLERS, THE FROWNING CLOUDS, THE OPTIMEN, VEGAS KINGS, ANDREW MORRIS, BALL PARK MUSIC, BESSY-LOU, BUTCHER BIRDS, CARRY NATION, CASTEL, CHRIS DALE & JOHN BUSBY, DANNY WIDDICOME, DISCO NAP, DOT.AY, FUSHIA, GRASSROOTS STREET ORCHESTRA, HITS, HUNGRY KIDS OF HUNGARY, LADYBOY, LION ISLAND, LITTLE SCOUT, MADELEINE PAIGE, SHREWMS, SMOKESTACK ORCHESTRA, THE BEATLEZ, THE GAMBLE SISTERS, THE HARD WORD, THE HONEY MONTH, THE OUTCOMES, THE WILSON PICKERS, WE ALL WANT TO, PLUS GUEST DJs from TRASH * BLINK * FAMILY * FANS & 4ZZZ.
The Valley Fiesta 2009 street party will take place over three days from October 23-25, on three stages in the Brunswick St Mall, Brunswick Street Closure and Chinatown Mall.
On the Brunswick St Mall Stage will beat the rock Heart of the festival, with programming showcasing some of the best international, national and local pop, rock, indie, hip hop and breaks acts.
Meanwhile, the Brunswick St Closure Stage will feed your Soul with a repertoire of alt-country, soul fusion, blues and blues-rock in a more laid back atmosphere that includes café seating and dining available from local restaurants.
Valley Fiesta 2009 will also include a series of events in the newly redeveloped Chinatown Mall, with the Theatre Stage hosting a contemporary theatre program including short theatre productions, impro, physical theatre and comedy. More announcements regarding the Theatre Stage are to come!
For more, click here.
