Posts Tagged ‘young people’Hello George!
George Williams, who is part of the Production Crew and an all-round good guy is joining the Kickstart team as an Arts Admin volunteer.
Pip did an interview with George so everyone can get to know him a little more:
P: Hi George, what are you up to today?
G: Today I’m off to see a movie with some friends then later enjoy a nice curry lovingly prepared by my father.
P: What makes you interested in working in Arts Administration?
G: A job in arts administration represents a connection point between the Arts I love and the work I’m good at, so it should prove to be an interesting experience.
P: Tell us a little about the polytechnic course you are enrolling in…
G: The business admin course that the polytechnic offers teachers a number of core units that help to strengthen peoples skills in both computer based and other work.
P: What sort of exciting projects can we be expecting from you while you are at Kickstart?
G: Truth be told this isn’t something I’ve put a large amount of thought into instead expecting to work hard at the tasks given to me and build upon simple instructions to create a more three dimensional project.
P: What is your preferred art form?
G: I’ve always been a fan of improvised drama performance, though I do share my mothers love for ceramics.
P: Pirates or ninjas?
G: I’ve always revered the Legendry NPZR; The Ninja Pirate Zombie Robot.
Success! Power Hip Hop gets THREE standing ovations.
A couple of nice comments from punters:
“Power Hip Hop was absolutely awesome on Saturday, congratulations!! That is the first time I have ever been not slightly awkward about giving a standing ovation, those kids were so talented and confident: they really pulled it off. And yay for the orchestra, sound and lighting. WOOP.”
- Kelly Eijdenberg
“You rock the boat and the boat rocks back.
The immediate and spontaneous standing ovation of the packed house last night said it all. Kickstart Arts and the TSO kicked arts at the Peacock Theatre with Power Hip Hop. This remarkable performance was the culmination of a year’s intense collaboration between Kickstart and the TSO. Both arts organisations taking an artistic risk on an innovative community cultural development project that paid off. The intense and delightful interplay between the DJ and French Horn was one thing, but hearing an oboe rap was incredible. Were we in New York? No we were at the Salamanca Arts Centre. This was a collaboration of creative friction, audience response, rhythm and poetry (rap). The young poets channelled Bob Dylan, telling us the times are changing again, and explored issues of world peace and community engagement. My favourite lyrics were ‘you rock the boat and the boat rocks back’. Perhaps we need a little more artistic boat rocking if it delivers performances of the calibre of last nights show. The spotlight was shone on bright futures last night. Bravo Power Hip Hop.”
- Madeleine Ogilvie, ALP Candidate for Denison
(Photos by Richard Bladel)
Power Hip Hop! This weekend!
This Friday and Saturday the Peacock Theatre will be pumping out some of Tassie’s freshest sounds.
The Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra and Kickstart Arts presents POWER HIP HOP!
In 2009 eight young hip hop artists, from diverse cultural backgrounds, have been mentored by professional jazz, contemporary and classical musicians Donald Bate and Simon Reid. Together they have created an exciting 50-minute music program, and learned how to score and fully orchestrate the music they have composed for a 12-piece ensemble from the TSO.
For only three concerts over two nights, the Peacock Theatre will play host to an evening of new sounds performed live by the young hip hop artists and members of the TSO. Following the final concert on December 12, the Peacock Theatre will also host the Power Hip Hop After Party featuring some of Hobart’s freshest hip hop acts.
POWER HIP HOP
Dates: 11th December 9pm, 12th December 2009 7pm & 9pm + after party
Venue: Peacock Theatre, Salamanca Place, Battery Point
Cost: $25 or $15 Concession
Tickets: TSO Box Office and on the door.
Ted talks: Emmanuel Jal
Power Hip Hop is coming!
New sounds. New voices.
This is cutting edge hip hop by Tasmania’s best young MCs.
Performed with musicians from the TSO and DJ Dameza, this is going to be a not-to-be-missed event for classical and hip hop lovers alike.
Don’t forget to book your tickets by calling the TSO Box Office on 1800 001 190!
Tickets WILL sell fast and are limited.
We are also proud to announce that we will be supporting Gua Africa at this event. Donations can be made at the Power Hip Hop events or directly to the organisation via their website.
About Gua:
GUA Africa was founded by Emmanuel Jal, an ex-child soldier turned rap artist. The word GUA (pronounced gwaah) means peace in Nuer, a tribal language of Southern Sudan.
Our mission is to work with individuals, families and communities to help them overcome the effects of war and poverty. Each of our projects focus on providing an education to children and young adults who would otherwise be denied such opportunity. Currently our work is in Kenya and Sudan, however in the future we would like to expand into other areas of Sub-Saharan Africa - working with other experienced partner organisations where ever opportunities arise.
In April 2008 we were granted full UK charity status and later the same year we received our NGO registration in South Sudan.
As a number of our rappers are former refugees from Sudan, many of whose families and friends are still in Sudan, we thought it pertinent and important that we support this excellent cause.
Hobart Fringe!
The Hobart Fringe Festival is on again!
With all sorts of events and happenings and goings-on, there really is something for everyone to get involved with. From the traditional Super 8 contest (which I happen to be on the judging panel for!) to the Night Market to Bust-a-Move Physical theatre workshops.
You can download the full program here. Or find a copy in your local bar or cafe.
The Hobart Fringe Inc. is a not for profit organisation. The primary aim of the group is to organise an annual community arts festival. The focus of the festival is experimental, emerging and multi-disciplinary art.
We aim to showcase the talent that hasn’t yet made it in our arts adverse, commercial world, bringing attention to those inhabiting the margins that would otherwise be left unnoticed.
Sean Fennessy - Power Hip Hop
Sean’s been working with us to create some pretty stunning images for Power Hip Hop.
ST.ART Street Art and Music Festival - Clarence City Council
Music Workshops with local and interstate DJs and Hip Hop artists! Don’t miss your chance to register.
There will be three music workshops offered on the day of the Festival Nov 21:
*DJ workshop with DJ Grotesque
12noon
COST $10 per person
*MC Workshop with the Tongue
2.30pm
COST $10 per person
*Beat Making Workshop with Hermitude
3.30pm
COST $10 per person
*Bookings are essential for all workshops.
Call 6245 8740 or email schoolhouse@ccc.tas.gov.au
The ST.ART Festival also includes live spray demos, t-shirt stencilling, BBoy demos and an Aerosol and Stencil Art Exhibition and Competition. ST.ART is a drug and alcohol free event for all ages.
Where and when: Nov 21 Rosny Farm, Rosny Hill Rd (next to Eastlands) 1.30pm - 7.30pm (Free til 4.30, $3 after 4.30)
For more information contact: Tracey Cockburn, Community Arts Officer
03 6245 8740 email tcockburn@ccc.tas.gov.au
