5@5 is a new online initiative in response to the changing times in which we live. At Camerata, we’ve noticed the constant online news cycle, which for some, can be a little overwhelming. So for 5 minutes at 5pm every day, tune in and tune out from the barrage of online noise. Get to know our artists and friends (who will be performing from where they are), while they play something to spread a little joy. Starting Monday 23 March we’ll keep playing each day for as long as you … [Read more...]
Camerata nominated for four Matilda Awards
Camerata is honoured to have been nominated for four Matilda Awards for our 2019 presentation of When The World Was Wide, co-presented with QPAC. When The World Was Wide is nominated for the following awards: Best Musical or Cabaret The Lord Mayor's Award for Best New Australian Work Best Set Design - Caroline de Lore Best Male Actor in a Leading Role - Tama Matheson The awards ceremony takes place on Monday 17 February - keep an eye out on our socials for announcements on … [Read more...]
Camerata to perform with Eurovision star, Conchita Wurst
Camerata are ready to kick 2020 off with a bang with Austria’s greatest glam pop vocalist Conchita WURST, alongside Australia’s queen of cabaret, Trevor Ashley this February at QPAC. Joined by conductor Michael Tyack and Camerata, Conchita and Trevor will perform their greatest hits, alone and together in the acclaimed acoustics of the Concert Hall with a special appearance by Kate Miller-Heidke. Expect “Rise Like A Phoenix” and other songs from Conchita’s platinum and gold award-winning … [Read more...]
Lord Mayor’s Christmas Carols
Camerata are excited to once again perform at this year's Lord Mayor's Christmas Carols, presented by the Brisbane City Council. The annual Lord Mayor’s Christmas Carols will showcase some of Australia’s biggest and brightest talents. Bring the family and enjoy some of your favourite Christmas songs and carols at this joyous and magical celebration of Christmas. Venue: Riverstage, Gardens Point Road, Brisbane City Date & Time: 4:00pm Saturday 7 December Free entry … [Read more...]
In Review: Lea Salonga in Concert
Presented by Michael Cassel Group in association with QPAC, Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University and Sydney Symphony Orchestra Camerata were thrilled to join Tony® and Olivier Award-winning Broadway and West End star Lea Salonga when she made her QPAC debut this month. Known across the world for her powerful voice and perfect pitch, Lea Salonga won acclaim for originating the role of Kim in Miss Saigon on the West End and Broadway. She went on to play Eponine and Fantine in Les … [Read more...]
Empire Youth Arts Year 6 Workshop
Thank you to Empire Youth Arts and the Empire Theatre for inviting Camerata to conduct its second annual workshop for Year 6 students. The workshop is tailored to assist and encourage the transition of Year 6 school students as they make their way from Primary School to High School. Thank you to the students who participated and we wish you well with your transition into High School! … [Read more...]
In Review: Flamenco Fire
QPAC's Concert Hall stage was set ablaze during this year's Brisbane Festival when Camerata joined forces with Flamenco Fire, Australia’s only national flamenco company. Acclaimed flamenco artists direct from Spain (including Olayo Jiménez and Francesca ‘La Chica’), and Australia’s finest flamenco musicians and dancers (including Andrew Veivers, Simone Pope and Fernando Mira) came together to celebrate two decades on the stage. After two standing ovations, audiences were treated to a special … [Read more...]
Upbeat Program Auditions
Do you want to join Camerata's Upbeat program in 2020? This program is designed to support emerging string players by creating pathways and opportunities to work alongside Camerata’s Artistic Associates over 12 months. This year saw Upbeat Artists (pictured) Rory Smith (cello) and Sarah Hooton (viola) join Camerata across a number of activities including Camerata's company development weekend, a regional tour of Queensland, National Geographic's Symphony For Our World, Megan Hilty at QPAC … [Read more...]
Camerata launches Season 2020 – A Season to Cherish
Following a year of outstanding artistic milestones in 2019, including a Helpmann Award nomination for Best Chamber and/or Instrumental Ensemble Concert, Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra, promises another exceptional year for audiences in 2020. Camerata enables communities to connect – to experience an extraordinary sound made by Queensland-based artists that is unique in Australia. In 2020, Camerata commences the season with Compassion welcoming Lior, an outstanding Australian … [Read more...]
In Review: Megan Hilty
After her sell-out QPAC concert in 2016, Broadway star Megan Hilty returned to Brisbane for one night, this time accompanied on stage by Camerata. Tony Award-nominated Megan Hilty is best known for her role as Ivy Lynn in the hit NBC television series Smash, Glinda in Wicked, and star turns in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, and 9 to 5: The Musical. Hilty’s electrifying voice and star power brilliantly showcased songs from Smash, Wicked, jazz standards, The Great American Songbook, and many … [Read more...]
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