Category Archives: Dance
2024 History Alive
History Alive is a great event for the whole family to experience 2 days of thrilling jousts, live music, festive dance, and intriguing displays. Immerse yourself in the histories and cultures of Roman, Viking, Medieval, Napoleonic, Colonial, Victorian and Modern … Continue reading
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2024 Jane Austen Ball Gallery
5th October, 2024 at The Dayboro Community Hall Our annual ball was an enormous success – tickets sold out well in advance! The music by Phillip’s Dog was as brilliant as ever, and the costumes were outstanding. Thank you to … Continue reading
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Limestone Frolic Gallery
30 August 2024 A big thank you to everyone who came along and made this event truly memorable! The Limestone Frolic was presented by Ipswich Libraries as part of Galvanized – A Festival of Heritage Ipswich Festivals Dr. Heather Blasdale … Continue reading
Middle Earth Dance
One does not simply walk into Mordor —- though perhaps you can dance? Dances from the Shire inspired by J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings and all things Middle-earth. Join us for an an evening of English … Continue reading
Limestone Frolic
Music and dance are living links to our heritage. Discover more about the history of dance in early Ipswich with demonstrations and an opportunity to experience the dances themselves. Dancing was a popular amusement for celebrating grand occasions such as … Continue reading
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Regency Dance Night
Would you like to learn some Regency steps and dances? Here’s a chance to brush up on your Regency dances. We’re having a Jane Austen Ball in October so this is an opportunity for you to learn some of the … Continue reading
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Dance like a pirate
Did you know the first Englishman to set foot in Australia was a pirate? And there’s a dance called Dampier in his honour.Do you know about the convict pirates of Moreton Bay in 1831? Pirates loved to dance, so here’s … Continue reading
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Scottish Ceilidh
Celebrating Brisbane’s Scottish heritage! Join us for a fun-filled evening of traditional ceilidh dancing with fantastic live music by Phillip’s Dog. When: 28 June, 2024Time: 7:30-9:30pm +tea & cakeWhere: The Hills District Community Centre.291 Dawson Parade,ARANA HILLS, QLD 4054Cost: $25.00Bookings … Continue reading
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Medieval Dance
When: Friday 31st May Time: 7:30 – 9:30pm Where: The Hills District Community Centre, 291 Dawson Parade, Arana Hills, Brisbane
Alice in Wonderland
“Will you, won’t you, will you, won’t you, won’t you join the dance? “ “The Lobster Quadrille”, the Mock Turtle’s song in Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. Come and experience a night of folk dances inspired by the classic tale “Alice … Continue reading
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