All Abilities Australia
All Abilities Australia (AAA) was founded by three passionate teachers who are dedicated to assisting all people towards their dancing goals.
Arts & Culture
When: 13–18 October 2019
Where: Queen Street Mall, Brisbane
Expect an explosion of colour and sound, cultural celebrations and a kaleidoscope of artistic talent when the Queen Street Mall and Arts Queensland collaborate to bring the INAS Global Games Arts and Culture program to life on the Myer Centre Stage from Sunday 13 – Friday 18 October.
The showcase of an eclectic mix of Queensland arts-based groups is coordinated by renowned director, speaker and songstress, Nadia Sunde and includes; Brothers Calling, All Abilities Australia, Inside Outside Dance Ensemble, Brisbane City Gospel Choir and The Sunshine Troupe.
Joining the dynamic line-up during the week will be two Gathering artists. Aria nominated and three-time winner of the Queensland Music Award, Indigenous singer, Emily Wurramurra will perform in both English and her traditional language, Anindilyakwa. Sharing his unique sound will also be, self-taught Torres Strait Island guitarist, Chris Tamwoy. The five-day program of incredible talent will culminate in a celebration of the achievements of INAS Global Games athletes with a gathering of medallists and Games Mascot, Lorri the Lorikeet, on Friday 18 October.
Nadia Sunde is a highly respected Queensland performing artist, former ABC radio presenter and professional Emcee and will be the host for the Arts and Culture program.
The Programme
SUNDAY 13 OCT 12–3pm
12.00pm Opening of the Arts & Culture Program
12.15pm Karen Lee Roberts
1.30pm Brothers Calling
MONDAY 14 Oct 12–3pm
12.00pm All Abilities Australia
12.15pm Hotel Pantelone – The Musical
12.35pm BellaDiva
1.40pm Hotel Pantelone – The Musical
2.00pm BellaDiva
TUESDAY 15 Oct 12–3pm
12.00pm Inside Outside Dance Ensemble
12.30pm Hotel Pantelone – The Musical
12.50pm Laura Frank
2.20pm Hotel Pantelone – The Musical
2.40pm Inside Outside Dance Ensemble
WEDNESDAY 16 Oct 12–3pm
12.00pm Gathering: Joe Geia
1.30pm Brisbane City Gospel Choir
THURSDAY 17 Oct 12–3pm
12.00pm Gathering: Chris Tamwoy
1.30pm Kooralbyn
FRIDAY 18 Oct 1–7.30pm
1.00pm Hope D
2.30pm The Outsiders
3.15pm The Sunshine Troupe
4.15pm East of West
6.15pm Singing Social
Brothers Calling
If you’re trying to imagine The Brothers Calling, think Passenger meets Derek Trucks with the Australian story telling traits of Paul Kelly.
BellaDiva
BellaDiva’s gorgeous combination of classical voices, angelic harmonies and playful musicianship makes the familiar new again with breathtaking modern interpretations of everything from Summertime to Blackbird.
Brisbane City Gospel Choir
Brisbane City Gospel Choir (BCGC) is a culturally diverse group represented with members of different nationalities and backgrounds and was founded in 2010 by Tosin Adewumi (Music Director).
Chris Tamwoy
Gathering partners with the INAS Global Games Brisbane 2019 to present Chris Tamwoy and Emily Wurramrura as part of the Gathering program on the Queen Street Mall stage.
East of West
The East of West trio plays original music that primarily draws from the rich musical influences of the Balkans and the Mediterranean.
Hope D
Brisbane born alternative pop-rock artist Hope D began writing and playing music at just nine years old. She’s now hitting the stages across the city, with live performances that are an infectious and compelling mix of free-flowing lyrics and layered acoustic guitar riffs.
Hotel Pantelone
Hotel Pantelone – The Musical is commedia dell’Arte (comedy of art) which is a famous theatrical style, born in Italy in the sixteenth century. The performance is a celebration of sharing laughter, joy and highlighting the creativity and passion of artists with disabilities.
Inside Outside Dance Ensemble
Started by Rosanne Stuart in 2016, Inside Outside Dance is a dance school based in Brisbane for persons of all ages with different abilities with strong community connections both locally and internationally.
Joe Geia
Joe has been playing music and writing songs for over three decades. He is a renowned singer/songwriter, guitarist, didgeridoo player and influential figure in the development of contemporary Indigenous music. He writes music of bravery and beauty, telling of Aboriginal life in Australia, of the quest for justice and belonging, of history, family and love.
Karen Lee Roberts
Karen Lee Roberts and Jeff Usher began performing together in 2015, in the cabaret Chameleon, which is a show about mental wellness written by Roberts and features original songs.
Kooralbyn
Drawing on their personal cultures and unique artforms, Kooralbyn features artists from across the globe including First Nation, Tibetan, Celtic and Northern European musicians in a unique collaboration.
Laura Frank
Debuting in the Alt Country music scene with “Things I’d Rather Do” produced by ARIA award and Gold Guitar-winning Jordan Power, Is Laura Frank.
The Outsiders
The Outsiders is an all-abilities group of musicians. They have built a strong profile over the last six years including performing at the Annual Maleny Music Festival and released an EP in 2016 with some of their tracks listed on Triple J’s Unearthed.
The Singing Social
With Yani Choirmistresses' expert guidance and a bunch of fun games, The Singing Social is about getting to know people, learning easy harmonies, having a go, not worrying about how you sound, singing the songs you know and love, and enriching and connecting peoples lives through group singing. Good for the health, great for the nervous or shy singers and is above all FUN!
The Sunshine Troupe
Accomplished, adaptable and all over the place! The Troupe has an outstanding profile and are highly respected across the wider arts and disability community.
