Hi everyone, welcome to the new Brisbane Multicultural Arts Centre - BEMAC Many Cultures One Heart blog. For those of you whom I have not yet had the pleasure of meeting and those who are new to BEMAC, HELLO! I have been operating in the Director's chair since the 1st of March, and must say I love it, what an incredible place to work! I come to BEMAC with a background in community development with both Indigenous and Pacific Island communities and more recently 4 years in the contemporary music industry, in artist and event management. I hope the skills I bring to the table will add to the rich 22 year history this organisation has. Well enough on me, this month I would like to draw your attention to a number of key things we have going on, and invite you to become a part of the BEMAC family by becoming a member.
B150 celebrations 6th September - This is the day all of Brisbane will head to the city's extensive CBD parklands to celebrate our birthday! BEMAC are hosting one of the main stages in the Botanic Gardens and are looking for expressions of interest from artists to help us celebrate the amazing contributions of our migrant communities to this city's cultural diversity. We are programming the stage to reflect the patterns of migration into Brisbane . The Lord Mayor will open the celebrations on our stage early in the day and we will party on until it finishes. (pls note this is not a paid performance, but a coming together of the community to celebrate!)
Planet - I am very excited to announce this awesome program. BEMAC has developed a partnership with Brisbane Powerhouse to bring WORLD MUSIC to the city on the first Saturday of every month free on the Turbine Platform. In addition, there will be a number of ticketed shows throughout the next 12 months with key artists from around the globe. BEMAC members get discounted ticket prices!
World By Night - As part of this years Q150/B150 year long party, BEMAC are putting on a special celebration of world music, dance and food under the stars! To be held on Saturday 20th of November. We are looking for performers and stall holders, both fresh produce, prepared food, and arts and crafts. The evening will take the form of night markets and entertainment.
BEMAC - many cultures, one heART!
Jo Pratt
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