Six shows and events you shouldn't miss in Week Two of BrisFest22
Week one of this year’s BrisFest is almost done and there’s so much goodness still to come. The team has sunk their teeth into week one, reviewing circus, theatre, dance and much more. You can check out NEHIB’s coverage of all things BrisFest via our brisfest22 tag.
Not sure what to check out during week two of BrisFest? Don’t worry, NEHIB’s got your back and bring you six shows your shouldn’t miss during week two of the festival, as recommended in our latest monthly newsletter. There’s an epic homage to the culture, community and expression of Ballroom, the return of THE sex clown, Betty Grumble, to wrap you up in truth bombs and glorious emancipation and two massive free community events, one an ode to roller skating that' you can participate in and the other a celebrating of the many cultures that call our state home. Get into it, Meanjin!
The House, 13-15 September. South Bank Piazza, Southbank.
Meanjin's pioneering ballroom house, The House of Alexander, bring their first full length theatrical production to this year's BrisFest. Weaving together the ancestral stories and cultural dances of the members of the house, with a showcase of the Ballroom scene and the freedom and empowerment it provides, particularly for trans women and queer people of colour. A showcase of the strength of culture, the importance of community and the power of radical self-expression – Ads J
Brisbane Serenades: Roller Daze, 10 September. Milton Park, Milton
Get your wheels on for a free afternoon of high-rolling fun, backed by some banging live bands, including local legends Bullhorn. Bring your own skates, or hire them at the event for $10. – Ads J
Guttered, 11-18 September. Kingpin Bowling Alley, Chermside.
When did you last go bowling? Maybe you're a little rusty? Perhaps a beginner? I don’t know about you guys, but that tagline does it for me. Presented by Adelaide’s unique, multi award-winning company Restless Dance Theatre, Guttered examines this idea of ‘help’ people with disability encounter all too often through the questioning of the use gutter guards and ramps in a bowling alley and whether or not they prevent us from hitting the bowling pins or the opposite. And, it’s even set at a bowling alley - Virag
angel-monster, 14-17 September. Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm.
I've been working with this company, Phluxus2 Dance Collective, while they rocked out at the Edinburgh Fringe and I've been hanging to see this… it's fully female led, immersive dance theatre exploring the dichotomies of the modern womxn's extremes of experience. Some truly talented people have come together to present this one, don't miss out - Nadia
Enemies of Grooviness Eat Sh!t, 14-16 September. The Princess Theatre, Woolloongabba.
Betty Grumble is back with the Queensland Premiere of Enemies of Grooviness Eat Sh!t, coming straight off the back of rave reviews of its 2022 season at Sydney's Vivid Festival. Having heard nothing but chaotic goodness about Emma Maye Gibson as Betty Grumble, this is a Bris Fest show I cannot wait to check out – Kian
Radical self-love will be served up in the biggest warmest, squishiest full body hug by wantonly good performance artist, Emma Maye Gibson. Emma brings her alter-self Betty Grumble to the Festival once again to deliver truth bombs and glorious emancipation. Get a ringside seat - Nadia
Betty Grumble is a force of nature. She'll crack you up, move you, challenge you and help you get in touch with your grooviness. All in the one show. If you haven't experienced Betty Grumble before, make sure to check out the original sex clown in what's pitched as equal parts poetry, tribute, a rock n roll performance art collision, love scene and revenge fantasy – Ads J
Brisbane Serenades: Mosaic Multicultural Festival, Sunday 18 September. Roma Street Parklands, Brisbane City
The Mosaic Multicultural Festival is always a great event, organised every year by Multicultural Australia as a celebration of the many cultures that call Queensland home and what they contribute to our State. A family-friendly blend of music, dance, poetry, visual arts, storytelling and culture that runs from 10am – 5pm. And did we mention the food…?! Featuring over 70 of Queensland and Australia’s best cultural performers. Free entry, although be prepared to spend some money on the delicious food offerings – Catherine and Adam
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