Lavinia Woolf
Townsville located in North Queensland is a gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. A vibrant locale of sun sand and surf the town is host to many interesting events and festivities.
A marvelous exhibition showcasing the work of photographer Tim Page; Diggers in Nam Chronicles the time he spent with the Australian troops in Vietnam 1965. Tim Page being just around 19 years of age at the time used the confidence and curiosity of youth to capture some of the most daring footage of the Vietnam War. The exhibit consists of 20 silver gelatine prints that are marked as limited edition and run from 17th April to 7th June 2015.
A presentation by the Thingamabobbish Theater Extravaganza, the event is a marvelous combination of circus clowns, puppeteers, contraptions, strange mechanics, music and magic. Scheduled to be held on the 12th of May 2015 Squaring the Wheel promises to feature a flying broom while using quirky and unusual material to create strange contraptions. A definite lure to capture the imagination of young and old the show promises to be extremely visual, interactive and vivid. If you are on the look-out for hotels Townsville consider the convenience of an apartment hotel. These offer you the convenience and feel of an at home stay while featuring all the trappings of a conventional hotel. Enjoy the freedom of moving at your own pace at these well-appointed apartment hotels that offer modern kitchens and living space together with pool, gym and other services. Centrally located in Townsville is the Oaks M on Palmer apartment hotel.
Do not miss this adrenaline pumping match between the Cowboys and southern foes. Scheduled for the 15th May the match promises loads of action between the rivals. The Cowboys will be led by Johnathan Thurston illustrious 3 time winner of the Dally M Medal. The Cowboys are the favourites as the leading team for the last 3 years in the NRL meets.
Celebrating its 16th successive year the Burdekin Growers Race sees the best produce of Townsville on display. Local producers of vegetables and fruits put on display their finest achievements. Best of all at the end of the show visitors are encouraged to take home a bag of the specially grown produce. This year's show is scheduled for the 16th of May.
Catch the show which revolves around two comic characters that fight over a beautiful girl. The show is choreographed by Greg Horsmann who has delved into the real life stories of German immigrants to create the wholesome and entertaining Coppelia that skilfully incorporates dance and music to mesmerize the audience. Shows are scheduled for the 16th and 17th of May.
Three talented and lively shows are presented by Dancenorth in celebration of its 13th anniversary. The 3 shows are linked through lineage and connection to Dancenorth through 'Thread' which promises to showcase the talents and knack the company displays through its many performances. Catch the shows from the 21st to 31st of May.
