News and Events  
  December 2011
Dear ,

Well Moulamein and Conargo were all abuzz with the ACRE documentaries world premieres recently.  Guests were treated to red carpet, fine food, great company and award winning films by Malcolm McKinnon and Helen Newman.  DVDs are now on sale - $15 from our office. 

To see all that is happening in December and January scroll down and or visit our Events Calendar.
Keep an eye out for Fund It!, our monthly funding e-bulletin that will arrive in your inbox mid-month. It lists some highlights from our online Funding Database, an excellent resource for artists and community organisations.

Enjoy your arts

Alyce Fisher and Kristen Dyer
South West Arts Inc.
Ph 03 5881 7749



SOUTH WEST ARTS NEWS
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Conargo & Moulamein ACRE Premieres
Conargo Premiere

   
      
 


The first screening of 'Hit me on the Head with a Raindrop' a Moulamein documentary highlighting the resilience of the local community and the Conargo 'Market to Market' were screened late November.  The films capture the spirit of both communities, locals and guests enjoyed walking the red carpet in their black tie attire.

Leanne Crawford Concerts
Leanne Crawford
Professionally singing and touring around Australia, Leanne’s smooth, sultry voice entertained audiences at Deniliquin, Pretty Pine and Tocumwal early in November. Leanne’s up-beat and playful approach to jazz was embraced by her charismatic presence that quickly drew the audience in.

The Echuca Moama Arts Festival
EAMI exhibition

The Echuca Moama Arts Initiative was very excited to host their inaugural arts festival mid November.  Artists, musicians, poets, dancers, puppetry and performance artists exhibited.  A new brochure promoting the Initiative was also launched.

Local artists and local government working together
Berrigan
Local artist Janice Graham checking out the site for a public art installation in Berrigan.  The commissioned artwork is part of `Growing Our Place' a public arts program operating across nine local government areas in SW NSW that re-allocates existing local government funds dedicated for use on functional items towards public arts development.

CASP Time
Regional Arts NSW
It’s time to get those thinking Caps on as the 2012 round of the Country Arts Support Program has just opened with applications closing on the 10th of February 2012. Successful applicants will be advised on the 26th of March and  Projects can take place between the 9th of April 2012 and the 7th of April 2013. Please note that you must discuss your project with Alyce Fisher in order to be eligible (03) 5881 7749.

 


EVENTS
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Here are some highlights of the wide variety of events scheduled for December and early January. To see more, go to our online Events Calendar.

Annual South West Music Concert
When
Sunday 4 December 2011 – 2pm
Where
Deniliquin Club
Come along and enjoy a concert showcasing local students’ talents – you will be amazed!   The concert will involve solo and ensemble performances.
For further information please telephone South West Music 03 5898 3120

Yallambee Art Exhibition
When
Monday 5, Tuesday 6, Wednesday 7 December 2011
Where
Multi Arts Hall Deniliquin
Spend a few hours viewing the wonderful artwork created by the Yallambee Centre.  The Official Opening is 11am Monday 5 December.  The exhibition can be viewed between 10am – 2pm.  This project and exhibition was possible due to CASP (Country Arts Support Program) funding.
For further information please phone South West Arts 03 5881 7749

Jazz on the Red Dust Plains
When
Wednesday 7 December 2011 – 7.00pm
Where
Hillston Ex-Servicemen’s Club - Ladies Lounge
Enjoy a night of jazz at the Ex-Servicemen's Club, Liam Budge Quartet will be entertaining on the night.  This is a free community concert and it is funded by Arts NSW and supported by Regional Arts NSW and South West Arts.  Proudly Presented by Carrathool Shire Council.
For further information please phone Carrathool Shire at Goolgowi on 6965 1900 or Hillston Office on 6967 2555

Free Acting Classes & Forum
When
Friday 9 December 2011  Class 10am-1pm Forum 2-5pm
Where
Multi Arts Centre Deniliquin
Develop skills in voice, movement, improvisation and characterisations.  Respond to scripts and how to effectively relate to others.  Prepare to act with ease and confidence.  Ages 16 years and over are welcome to attend.  In the afternoon participate in the Community Presenter Forum - an open discussion about the theatre culture in your area, how to build up audiences and what you would like to see come to your communities.
For further information please phone Michael Sieders 02 9331 3107 or visit www.criticalstages.com.au

Stormy Weather - Contemporary Landscape Photography
When
15 December 2011 – 29 January 2012
Where
Swan Hill Art Gallery
Stormy Weather (A National Gallery of Victoria Touring Exhibition) charts some contemporary approaches to the landscape through the work of eleven Australian photographers. Drawn from the permanent collection the National Gallery of Victoria, the selected photographers have a particular focus that comes from their active relationship to various environments.
For further information please visit www.swanhill.vic.gov.au

SunnyLot Festival
When
Saturday 17 December 2011 - Gates open at 3.30pm
Where
Moama Recreation Reserve
The inaugural Sunnylot festival line-up has been announced with bands Evermore, Sparkadia and Better than the Wizards set to perform.  District acts the Oxford Collection, Benny Walker and Fox Road will also appear at the festival.  Food and drink will be available with no BYO allowed.  The event is sponsored by the Riverine Herald, Art Start NSW Youth Art Skills and South West Arts.  Ticket pricing -  $71.50 until 31st October.  $80.00 for the month of November and $90 at the gate.
For further information please visit www.sunnylot.com.au

Deniliquin Under the Stars Rodeo
When
30 December 2011
Where
Deniliquin
Help us get down in the dust and pin those ears down flat on Saturday night when Australia’s premier stock contractor Gary McPhee presents his rankest bucking horses and bulls against the top cowboys and cowgirls in the nation.  There will be a Spectators viewing mound, food canteen and a licensed bar operating.  Grand Entry and main performance from 6pm, Slack and 2nd division events during the day.  There will also be Latigo ropes, burin’ rosin, broncs and mud bulls and blood, you will see it all at the Deni Rodeo
For further information please visit www.denirodeo.com.au

Griffith - HSC Graduates Exhibition
When
December 2011
Where
Griffith Regional Art Gallery
HSC Graduates exhibition features a selection of student works developed for the Higher School Certificate in 2011 for Visual Arts, Design and Technology and Textiles and Design from Griffith High, Wade High, Marion Catholic College, Leeton High and Barellan Central School. It includes a broad range of outcomes for these subjects studied, including textiles, painting, drawing, illustration, photography, animation, wood work and much more.
For further information please contact Griffith Regional Art Gallery for (02) 6962 5991

Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing
When
Friday 20 January 2012   5.00pm – 10.00pm
Where
Cape Horn Vineyard Echuca
Come along and celebrate 10 years of Shakespeare in the Vines at Cape Horn Vineyard.  Lawns open at 5.00pm with the play starting at 7.00pm. There will be a selection of food available till 7.00pm including wood fired pizza and cheese packs. Please bring small deck chair without legs or picnic blanket, BYO picnic, no BYO alcohol. There also will be a courtesy bus $10 from Echuca Moama Visitor Information Centre.  Ticket price is $40 per person and are available from the vineyard 5480 6013 or www.stickytickets.com.au/6257.
For further information please visit  www.capehorrnvineyard.com.au/