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Town Hall Theatre

Locality: Devonport, Tasmania

Phone: +61 3 6420 2900

Address: 145 Rooke Street 7310 Devonport, TAS, Australia

Website: https://www.paranapleartscentre.com.au

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25.01.2022 Carmen - An Opera Australia Production paranaple arts centre Tuesday 29 June at 7.30pm Bookings: https://www.paranapleartscentre.com.au//opera-australia-c/ Carmen is the femme fatale you can’t forget. ... In Bizet’s famous opera, she sings her sensual Habanera and lures Don José into her world. He gives up everything to follow her. But Carmen’s wandering eye has already found a new lover: the dashing bullfighter Escamillo. Don José’s jealousy is fierce. Escamillo’s passion is strong. In a gripping finale, Carmen must face her fate. Experience the thrilling Spanish colour and rhythms of Bizet’s vibrant score with Opera Australia’s singers, live chamber orchestra and a children’s chorus drawn from the local community. This new production includes gorgeous sets and vintage-inspired costumes. You can hear classics such as the Habanera and the Toreador Song just as Bizet meant them loud, live and completely unamplified. For information on the Children’s Chorus for Opera Australia's production of CARMEN go to: https://www.paranapleartscentre.com.au/childrens-chorus/

24.01.2022 UPDATE: Please visit the website for updated information regarding ticket holders accessing refunds and exchanges to current shows.

24.01.2022 The Devonport City Council is closely monitoring the evolving situation in regard to COVID-19. As you may be aware, on advice from Australia’s Chief Medical Officer Professor Brendan Murphy, the federal government has advised against non-essential gatherings of 500+ people from Monday 16 March as a precautionary measure. In accordance with this advice, we will proceed with Tuesday night’s performance of 50 Shades! The Musical Parody. As always, the safety of our audience, emp...loyees and artists is our highest priority. Devonport City Council have taken additional measures to ensure The Town Hall Theatre remains a safe and enjoyable environment, and have increased cleaning regimes, particularly across public areas. If you are sick or have any flu like symptoms, such as fever, a cough or difficulty breathing, please stay home and contact the box office for a refund by 17th March. If you are not sick, but consider yourself at high risk, we will offer a refund on a discretionary basis. When attending the show, we ask that you please be vigilant regarding hygiene practices. For the latest advice and information please go to www.health.gov.au With regard to future performances, we are in discussions with all respective promoters and will post regular updates on our website and through our social media channels. For further information call the paranaple arts centre on 6420 2900

19.01.2022 The Traveling Wilburys Sessions Thursday 3rd June at 7.30pm Bookings https://www.paranapleartscentre.com.au/town-hall-theatre/ The Traveling Wilburys was a supergroup. ... Any band in which Tom Petty and Jeff Lynne are the ‘unknowns’ would have to be very special. George Harrison, Bob Dylan and Roy Orbison are giants of popular music who completed this magical lineup. They are adored by all generations of music lovers. Now their songs have been re-imagined for Australian concert audiences. Music director Sam See has assembled a knockout band featuring James Black, Lindsay Field , Glyn Mason, Angus Burchall and Paul Cartwright. Together they create an unforgettable experience featuring sensational vocals, knockout harmonies and gargantuan guitar work as they pay tribute to the Wilburys and its superstar members. It doesn’t get much better

18.01.2022 If you are missing live comedy this might just be for you.

18.01.2022 UPDATE: The Greatest Show have released the following statement. The show has been postponed until a future date, still to be confirmed. We will update ticket holders in the near future with more information once plans have been confirmed. Dear TGS Family, extended cast and supporters. It’s with great sadness that we have to inform all of you that The Greatest Show is officially being postponed until later in the year.... Your health and safety and that of everyone involved is our number one priority, and due to the world health crisis with COVID-19 and the ongoing threat to us all, it’s in everyone’s best interest to focus on their own health and wellbeing at this very challenging time. In a very unprecedented rapidly evolving situation, the decision was finalised after multiple conversations over the weekend and meetings all day Monday, looking for the best possible outcomes going forward for the greatest show family and the 2000 ticket holders. This was by no means an easy decision or a decision we could make lightly, particularly with so many people involved in such a big show. Our entire cast are devastated but are excited to reconnect, work had and bring you the greatest show they can later on in the year! We are close to finalising new dates and this will be made public in the coming week in conjunction with the paranaple arts centre. All previously purchased tickets will be valid for the postponed shows. Please be considerate and patient while we work through the logistics of all this. More information will be forthcoming as soon as available. A community run show with strong community support. Thank you for everything and we will be back with The Greatest Show. See more

17.01.2022 Congratulations to the Devonport Choral Society Inc. on a sell-out season! What a great way to get back into live theatre for 2021! Keep an eye out for all upcoming local and touring shows coming to the Town Hall Theatre at www.paranapleartscentre.com.au

13.01.2022 UPDATE: The Devonport Choral Society Inc. have released the following statement. Please continue to monitor our Facebook page or visit www.paranapleartscentre.com.au for information regarding ticket refunds or exchanges. MEDIA RELEASE - The Full Monty Cancelled Sadly, in light of the current Coronavirus pandemic, the Devonport Choral Society will be cancelling this year’s production of The Full Monty.... While the May show is still a little way off, we must look after the health of our players and musicians, so rehearsals cannot go ahead. We are even facing difficulties in rescheduling in 2020 due to the lack of suitable theatre slots, and the fact that a number of our performers are committed elsewhere in the latter half of the year, said Director Sid Sidebottom. The 20-member cast and 8-piece orchestra have been rehearsing since late January with some travelling three times a week from as far as Launceston and Wynyard for singing, music, acting, and choreography sessions. Set pieces have been constructed and costuming is already well underway. Understandably, members of the creative team are very disappointed. Everyone has been working so hard up until now, both behind the scenes and at rehearsals. We thank them for sharing their time and talents with us, said Mr Sidebottom. Of course, we are not the only arts organisation faced with this challenge. We are very proud of what we do and are determined to move forward in a positive way. Devonport Choral Society President Maree Brodzinski said that further details about a future production will be released as soon as there is greater clarity about the course of the virus and the health and safety of players and the public are guaranteed.

12.01.2022 Sadly we missed out on the 2020 roadshow but this weekend the Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow Documentary airs on the #MICF Facebook page live on Saturday 27 June at 8pm AEST! Filmed in 2016, it’s a hilarious behind the scenes peek of what it's like to be a touring comedian. https://www.facebook.com/melbourneco/videos/261096381846530

10.01.2022 Get in quick to see Devonport Choral Society Inc.'s Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story - tickets selling fast! Book direct online at https://www.paranapleartscentre.com.au//buddy-the-buddy-h/ Or, book in person or call 6420 2900 during office hours, The Town Hall Theatre - paranaple arts centre - Devonport is open 9.00am - 5.00pm Monday to Friday; and 9.00am - 2.00 pm Saturdays & Public Holidays (closed Sundays)

07.01.2022 THE GREATEST SHOW NEW DATES & TICKET OPTION DETAILS An extremely talented Tasmanian cast were just weeks away from performing at the Town Hall Theatre. Unfortunately, the heart breaking but necessary decision was made to postpone the show due to the COVI-19 outbreak.... However, cast are excited to announce that new dates of February 17th-21st 2021 have been secured and look forward to commencing rehearsals in the coming months. Patrons are advised that the following options are available: 1. Exchange existing ticket(s) for a different date during the show run. 2. Retain existing seat, and corresponding day of the week for future show. Do nothing and your tickets will automatically be reprinted for new performance dates. These will be available for collection later in the year or on the day of the show. Wednesday 1 April -> 17 February Thursday 2 April -> 18 February Friday 3 April -> 19 February Saturday 4 April matinee -> 20 February Saturday 4 April evening -> 20 February Sunday 5 April -> 21 February 3. Donate ticket funds to support the show. 4. Refund Refunds will be available from 9am Wednesday 25th March by contacting the box office at the paranaple arts centre in the first instance on 64202900. We ask that patrons contact us by phone as refunds will be issued electronically. Regarding refunds, before you make a refund request, please consider the countless hours that the dedicated cast and crew have spent in rehearsals. We ask that where possible you consider keeping your booking and swapping your old tickets over before the show commences in February 2021. There is also an option to donate the value of your ticket to assist in funding the show.

01.01.2022 Children’s Chorus for Opera Australia's production of CARMEN Opera Australia & the paranaple arts centre are on the lookout for young North West Coast singers to join them on stage for their Devonport performance of CARMEN. Up to 24 children, aged nine to fourteen are needed to form a chorus to accompany Australia’s national Opera Company on their show at the Town Hall Theatre on 29 June... This program will offer students a memorable and unique experience to perform with some of the country’s finest professional opera singers and musicians. For further information visit https://www.paranapleartscentre.com.au/childrens-chorus/

01.01.2022 Due to the current situation regarding Covid-19, Matt Goss Event Management have advised that their production of The Greatest Show has been cancelled. All tickets purchased online for this show will be automatically refunded. These funds will appear in your account within 7-10 working days. If you still have not received the funds after this time, please contact the box office on 03 6420 2900. Please be assured that we will contact all other ticket holders to process refunds... in the coming weeks. All refunds will be issued electronically. Message from the producer. Unfortunately, the time has come where the show can no longer go on. We are forced to take an indefinite pause until the ongoing pandemic passes and associated restrictions are lifted. Before having to postpone, the show had been an overwhelming success nearing what promised to be a sold-out season. Please understand that from myself the producer, to every member of the creative team, cast and crew we have left no stone unturned in trying to make the show happen. Putting aside one of your biggest dreams isn't easy. The past few months have been extremely frustrating, and many tears have been shed. So, it’s goodbye for now and we will make a return and present The Greatest Show the way it was intended when the time is right, so that everyone who wanted to see it has the chance. I want to thank everyone that believed in me and acknowledge the amazing commitment from my entire cast. It really was a fabulous show that everyone should be proud of. Thanks to the theatre staff for their hard work in trying to make it happen and lastly the community for the great support along the journey. We are hoping to put together a smaller showcase in the short term. So, keep an eye on Facebook-@mattgosseventmanagement Yours Sincerely Matt Goss