The creativity of Ipswich Grammar School’s young artists will take centre stage this month with the launch of Studio 162, the school’s annual art exhibition. Running from September 10 to 16 in the Teachers’ Common Room, A Block, the exhibition will feature more than 400 works from students across all Read more
Ipswich artists Karen Christensen and Benitta Harding are making their mark on the national arts scene while championing pastel art in their own community. Christensen was recently named Pastelist of the Year by the Pastel Society of Australia, an honour awarded after she secured two first places and a second Read more
The sights, sounds and flavours of Ipswich will take centre stage this Saturday, September 13, when the Spring Festival (Springfest) returns to Springfield’s Robelle Domain Parklands. Organised by the PAMA Multicultural Association, the 10-hour event promises a full day of live performances, food stalls, markets, and a dazzling laser show Read more
The Ipswich arts community is buzzing this week, with local talent making its mark across regional festivals and home-grown stages. The Boonah Arts Festival is now underway, showcasing a wide range of visual and performing arts. Several Ipswich artists have been shortlisted for awards, including Deb Chilton, Tony McIsaac, Carol Read more
The Ipswich Blackstone Cambrian Choir is bringing television nostalgia to life with its latest theatre restaurant production, Pass the Remote, celebrating 50 years since colour TV arrived in Australia. Performed at the Cambrian Centre in Booval, the show follows a fictional family reminiscing about their favourite programs when the power Read more
An art project launched during National Homelessness Week is giving Ipswich residents the chance to reflect on the true meaning of “home.” Led by Hayley from Hannah’s House and Donna from Helping Support Minds, the initiative began with a community artwork that invited people to write or draw their personal Read more
Ipswich Musical Theatre Company is preparing to bring the internationally acclaimed musical Come From Away to life at the Ipswich Civic Centre from September 13–21. Set against the backdrop of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, the show tells the true story of how the small Canadian town of Gander, Read more
Ipswich will once again take centre stage as the Ipswich Little Theatre’s One-Act Play Festival returns this weekend, marking an extraordinary 69 years of continuous performances. Running Friday night through Sunday at the historic Burley Griffin Theatre, the festival will feature 16 plays performed by theatre groups from across South-East Read more
Ipswich theatre fans are in for a treat as community theatre group Crossfyre Players brings the acclaimed Australian play The Female of the Species to the Ipswich Civic Centre this August. Directed by Suzanne Matulich, the farcical comedy by Joanna Murray-Smith—loosely inspired by a real-life incident involving feminist icon Germaine Read more
Ipswich residents are being encouraged to laugh, breathe, and create their way to better mental health thanks to a new creative therapy venture that brings together massage, art, and laughter—literally. Local creative Helene, founder of BRAATS (Back Rubs and Art Therapy Stuff), has launched a new wellness studio on Brisbane Read more
The Booval Fair Shopping Centre is cementing its role as a vibrant community arts hub this month, with two major cultural highlights — the official book launch of local artist Don Hill’s A Sound Like Rain and a jam-packed Electric Spark night as part of SPARK Ipswich Festival. Hosted at Read more
Ipswich’s oldest shopping centre, Booval Fair, is embracing its role as the “Heart of the Community” with the launch of a brand-new mascot, Buddy the Kangaroo, and a vibrant evening festival, Electric Spark, taking place on Thursday, 17 July from 5pm to 9pm. The event, held in conjunction with the Read more
A beloved pair of 50-year-old Melaleuca trees in Ipswich’s Darcy Doyle Place are at the centre of a growing grassroots movement, as members of the Ipswich Climate Action Group (ICAG) turn to art to raise awareness and inspire community action. During a recent episode of “Getting Your Arts into Gear” Read more
Ipswich’s Top of Town precinct is set to light up on July 4 as the popular Night Markets return, bringing vibrant arts, live music, and community energy to the heart of the city. Market instigator and Small Business champion Katrina Lee unveiled plans on West Bremer Radio‘s Get Your Arts In Gear Read more
Local Women’s Art Collective to Launch ‘Tarts & Friands’ Show Celebrating Creativity, Community and Legacy IPSWICH, QLD — A unique blend of creativity, community spirit, and sweet treats will be served up when the Tuesday Tarts, a beloved Ipswich women’s art collective, launches their latest exhibition, “Tarts & Friands”, at Read more
🎤 Community Collective Brings Big Sound and Bigger Talent to the Heart of the City IPSWICH, QLD – A local musical movement is striking a chord with Ipswich residents, as Ken and Lisa from the Ipswich Live Music Collective continue their mission to reignite the city’s live music scene. Speaking Read more
Long-running club showcases members’ work at Arts Connect Community Gallery and invites new shutterbugs to join The Ipswich Photography Society, one of Australia’s oldest photography clubs, is marking a major milestone — 132 years since its founding in 1893 — with a public exhibition at the Arts Connect Community Gallery Read more
Ipswich creative shares her artistic journey and invites community to explore gouache and watercolour at hands-on weekend sessions Ipswich-based artist Kathryn Neilsen is preparing to inspire budding creatives with a series of sold-out art workshops as part of her three-week residency at the Ipswich Art Gallery’s workshop space, located between Read more
Community Gallery Becomes New Hub for ‘Get Your Arts Into Gear’ PodcastThe popular Get Your Arts Into Gear podcast has a brand-new home — the Ipswich Community Gallery at Booval Fair. Hosted by local arts identity Glenn Smith and broadcast through West Bremer Radio, the program is now recorded weekly Read more
Ipswich’s creative community is buzzing with activity this week, as a powerful new environmental art exhibition launches and preparations for the Ipswich Show reach their peak. Toowoomba-based artist Monica den Hertog has unveiled her debut solo exhibition The Air We Share at the Ipswich Community Gallery, a thought-provoking collection addressing Read more
Ipswich artist Damien J. Johnson has struck gold with his latest country single One Hill Town, climbing into the Top 30 on the Tasmanian music charts for three consecutive weeks. Appearing on Get Your Arts into Gear on West Bremer Radio, Damien shared the story behind the track, a heartfelt Read more
Ipswich’s creative calendar is buzzing post-Easter with community galleries, theatre productions, and the return of country show season all taking centre stage, according to local arts advocate Glen Smith on this week’s Getting Your Arts Into Gear. Smith kicked off the conversation with a reminder to visit the new Arts Read more
Local theatre lovers are in for a thrilling night out as Ipswich Little Theatre launches its latest production, The Perfect Murder—a gripping stage adaptation of crime author Peter James’ popular novella Directed by long-time theatre veteran Ian Puller and co-directed by his wife Helen, the production has already seen strong Read more
Ipswich’s creative and history-loving communities are being called on to uncover and share the stories of Rosewood in a new video competition as part of the Australian Heritage Festival Local arts advocate Glen Smith and guest Jenny from the Rosewood History Group joined Get Your Arts in Gear on West Read more
Ipswich audiences are in for a treat as local theatre-maker Amanda Harrison prepares to debut her original comedy Murder Incorporated at Studio 188 on May 9. Developed through the Ipswich Civic Centre’s Hatchery residency program, Harrison’s new play is a quirky, character-driven comedy about two inexperienced assassins who lie their Read more
Emerging artist Stelle, who has built a strong connection with Ipswich’s music scene, is set to release her new single “Have to Get Older” on April 3rd, with a launch show at The Cave Inn, Woolloongabba, on April 10th. Speaking on West Bremer Radio, Stelle reflected on her journey from Read more
Families looking for unique school holiday activities can experience two magical events just a short drive from Ipswich, thanks to local creative events company Triangle House. Speaking on West Bremer Radio, Caragh Bradbury shared details about Butterfly House at Mount Ommaney Shopping Centre and Quirky Croquet & Bunny Photos at Read more
Ipswich-based artist Rhiannon is gearing up for a major exhibition that aims to highlight the resilience of women through large-scale portraiture. If She Spoke: Stories from Struggle to Strength will showcase the journeys of women who have overcome adversity, with their stories captured through bold, expressive artwork. Speaking on Getting Read more
Ipswich’s creative community is buzzing with activity, from weekly life drawing sessions at Stoney Creek Brewery to a stunning glassblowing exhibition at the Community Art Gallery. Life Drawing Takes Shape in Ipswich Artist Kimberly has launched weekly life drawing classes, giving locals a chance to hone their artistic skills in Read more
Following the success of their Conversations in Open Spaces exhibition at the Ipswich Community Gallery, local artists Cynthia Copley and Amy Stapleton are taking their works to Crows Nest Regional Art Gallery. The exhibition, which opens March 12 and runs until April 13, showcases their unique interpretations of the same Read more