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Arts diary – October 14
What's on in Canberra's art scene
VISUAL:
Canberra Artworks: Canberra Calligraphy Society 30th Anniversary Exhibition. An exhibition featuring members' works centred around the theme of celebration. Until November 8. Open Monday to Friday 9 am-5 pm, and Saturday 9 am-2 pm. Canberra Artworks, 8 Townshend Street, Phillip. See: canberracalligraphysociety.org.au
CCAS Gorman Arts Centre: Blue Blood. A solo exhibition by artist Marie Hagerty showcasing her artistic vision and imagination through the sublime beauty of harmonious form. Almost Illegible. A collection of works from artist Tony Curran bringing together oil paintings, drawings and videos that combine works made by hand and technology. Ci-Lines. A display of artist Vanghoua Anthony Vue's work which draws upon his Hmong heritage, reworking the colourful and complex weaving patterns of his ancestors in the south of China, northern Thailand and Laos. All until November 19. Opening Friday, October 14, 6pm. Open Tuesday to Friday 11am-5pm, Saturday 10am-4pm. Gorman Arts Centre, 55 Ainslie Avenue, Braddon. See: ccas.com.au
Form Studio and Gallery: Finding the Essence. An exhibition of selected works by Trish Yates featuring semi-abstract woodblock and monotype prints inspired by trees and the broader landscape. Until October 30. Open Monday to Friday 9.30am-2.30pm, Saturday and Sunday 10am-4pm. 1/30 Aurora Avenue, Queanbeyan. See: formstudioandgallery.com.au
Nancy Sever Gallery: Sky Blue Sky. An exhibition of paintings by Kate Stevens featuring a series of paintings that depict landscapes in and around the town of Braidwood where the artist lives. Until October 23. Open Wednesday to Sunday, 11am-6pm. 4/6 Kennedy Street, Kingston. See: nancysevergallery.com.au
National Archives of Australia: Waterhouse Natural Science Art Prize. An exhibition showcasing the 25 winning and highly commended works of the competition, featuring four artists from the Canberra region. Until November 13. Open daily, 9am-5pm. Queen Victoria Terrace, Parkes. Ph: 6212 3957 or see: naa.gov.au
Nishi Gallery: Mutable Realities. An exhibition drawing together artists who use their work to explore the intangible realms where meaning is found and reason lost. Until October 30. Open Wednesday to Sunday, 11am-3pm. New Acton Precinct, Cnr of Edinburgh Ave & Marcus Clarke Street, New Acton. See: newacton.com.au
The Photography Room: Tokyo is Yours. An exhibition of photographs by Meg Hewitt inspired by a Japanese style of black and white street photography. Until Sunday. Open Sunday 10am-4pm and by appointment. Old Bus Depot Markets, Kingston. See: thephotographyroom.com.au
Watson Arts Centre: Canberra Potters 2016 Members' Exhibition. An exhibition presenting some of the best of its members' work spanning the pottery spectrum from functional to sculptural work. Until October 23. Open Thursday to Sunday, 10am-4pm. Ph: 6241 1670 or see: canberrapotters.com.au
PERFORMANCE:
Ainslie Arts Centre: Fragrance Filled Courtyard. The ANU Chinese Classical Music Ensemble and the Australia China Friendship Society present a concert of traditional Chinese music played on traditional Chinese musical instruments. Adults $20, Concession $10, Child $5, Family $30, includes afternoon tea. Sunday. 2pm-3:30pm. Ph: 6247 8231 or see: bit.ly/FfCourtyard
Narrabundah College: Circuit Breaker. An innovative theatre presentation by Year 11 drama students, based on stories from Brian Hennessy House, a residential community serving people with persistent mental illness. Free entry. Tonight, Friday October 14, 7-8pm. 20 Jerrabomberra Avenue, Narrabundah. See: canberramentalhealthforum.com
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