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The Scene - Local Entertainment NewsA New Exhibition by Local Artist Willow Prokop-Al
iento, Wandering between Earth and Sky, is currently on show at Caddies in Lismore. The debut exhibition features 25 acrylic works, created in the last two years and inspired by the different environments in which Willow has lived during her life. 'I grew up in the West in the dry red earth, big sky country of the Riverina. The contrast between those shapes and colours and the contours and lushness of the Northern Rivers inspires me,' Willow said. 'I have been painting most of my life, but only recently moved beyond submitting the odd graphic to the Big Scrub newsletter. This is my first exhibition and selecting the works was a challenge. But then art is a journey - compelling, fascinating, sometimes frustrating and ultimately to be shared.' Willow's collection of works have all been framed and mounted with unusual materials, most of which are recycled, including timber, bamboo, mugwort stalks and even a Mickey Mouse disco LP. Wandering between Earth and Sky is on show until January 31.
Fits you like a...Touring down the east coast after three gigs at the Woodford Folk Festival in Queensland, seven-piece funk band Hot Rubber Glove (pictured with only six members) are stopping in at The Rails in Byron Bay for a gig this Saturday, January 12. The North Queensland based group are a newly-formed but very professional outfit who fuse elements of funk and reggae with hip hop and groovy rhythms. Chuck in some saxophone and two vocalists (one a rapper, the other a classically trained singer) and you've got an amazing 70s style dance band with a classy modern edge. The gig (which is free, so don't miss out!) kicks off at 7pm. We're off to see the Wizard...
If you're looking for something to keep the kids occupied for a few hours these holidays, take a trip down the yellow brick road to the Wizard of Oz Show - Munchkin Party this weekend. In the land of Oz it's Dorothy's birthday and all her friends - Shakey the Scarecrow, Shiney the Tinman and Scarey the Lion - are going to surprise her with a Munchkin Party. The interactive production includes music, sing-alongs, dancing and plenty of other games and activities. During the one hour show children also learn about the important aspects of teamwork, friendship, the environment and body coordination. For the really little children there's also some colour and counting skill activities. 'Our shows are really about inviting kids to get up and move around, to really relate to our music and to laugh and have a good time,' Scarey the Lion said. 'It's amazing how much children learn from the show, in a fun and unforgettable way. And it's no wonder - it isn't everyday that they have their favourite characters, Shiney the Tinman and Shakey the Scarecrow, for teachers!' Children are invited to attend the Munchkin Party as their favourite Wizard of Oz characters, with the best dressed boy and girl each winning a special Wizard of Oz Show Gift Pack. Kids can also have their photos taken with their favourite characters following the show. The Wizard of Oz Show - Munchkin Party is on this Sunday, January 13 at the Ballina RSL Club from 10.30am (bookings 6686 2544) and at the Byron Bay Bowling Club at 3.30pm (bookings 6685 6202). The show will also be performed at the Lismore Italo Club on Monday, January 14 at 11am (bookings 6621 4677). Tickets are $8.80 and children under 12 months are free. Part of the proceeds will go towards the Make a Wish Foundation, which works to brighten the lives of children with life-threatening illnesses. Q Freebie: The Echo has three double passes to the Wizard of Oz Show to giveaway. To go in the draw to win, phone The Echo on 6622 2888 tomorrow, January 11, between 3 & 3.10pm and tell us the name of Dorothy's four-legged friend.
The Sound of Musicals
A tribute show to the wonderful world of Broadway, The Sound of Musicals, will be performed in Ballina and Byron Bay this weekend. The Sound of Musicals pays homage to some of the most memorable musicals this century, complete with stunning costumes, music from a 40-piece orchestra and professional singers and dancers. The show brings to life characters including the Phantom of the Opera, Scarecrow and Tinman from the Wizard of Oz, Eliza Doolittle from My Fair Lady, the cowboys from Oklahoma and of course Maria from the Sound of Music. People can sing along to familiar tunes such as Singing in the Rain and Tomorrow from the musical Annie, as well as hits from Elvis Presley and Buddy Holly. The show also features contemporary hits by Andrew Lloyd Webber, from Joseph and Jesus Christ Superstar to Evita and Sunset Boulevard. 'This is very much a down-the-years evening, with lots of fascinating trivia thrown in for the fans,' director, Christine Laul, said. 'It's a 90 minute show that promises 40 costume changes through 35 musicals, making for a pretty spectacular production. It will send you singing and dancing into the night!' The Sound of Musicals will be performed this Saturday, January 12 at the Ballina RSL Club from 7.30pm (bookings 6686 2544) and also on Sunday, January 13 at the Byron Bay Bowling Club from 8pm (bookings 6685 6202). Tickets are $9.
WOW FilmsTickets for the fifth annual WOW (Women On Women) Film Festival, to be held on January 26 in Lismore, will go on sale at Caddies Bean Shop next Wednesday. The festival is a shorter version of the national festival which includes two sessions of short films, one documentary and a feature film. A short video competition, Northern Women, will also be included - designed to help promote and support female filmmakers living and working in the region. Entries must be in by next Saturday, January 18. Films must have been finished in the last year and be no longer than 7 minutes in length.. Entries must be written and/or directed by a female resident of the Northern Rivers, (though co-writing and co-directing with a male is acceptable). More than $2,500 worth of prizes is up for grabs in the competition. Although the WOW Festival highlights female filmmakers, male audience members are very welcome. For more information phone Aliison on 6621 6079 or Lucille on 6625 1665.
Three Red Mice
After two years away from the local theatre scene, Firetrax Theatre Company returns with a new production, Little Red Riding Mouse, which is being performed in Bangalow over the next two weekends. The fun-filled pantomime, which is written and directed by Shirley Gay, is an adaptation of the classic fairytale Little Red Riding Hood. The tale has been reworked into a modern tale with new characters, hit songs, contemporary dancing, modern language, plenty of comedy and fabulous costumes. Add to this lots of audience participation and you've got a colourful, memorable and interactive children's show. Children even get to meet and chat with the characters afterwards. Little Red Riding Mouse will be performed tomorrow, January 11 at 2pm and on Saturday, January 12 at 4pm, both at the Bangalow Bowling Club. The show will be performed at the same time, same place next Friday and Saturday. Tickets are $8 adults/$5 kids and a family ticket (two adults, two children) is just $20, available at the door. Local Gig Guide
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'Seeking the green goddess' by Willow Prokop-Aliento, one of the paintings featured in her exhibition Wandering Between Earth and Sky, on show at Caddies.
The Good Witch of the East and Tinman, who star alongside Dorothy, the Lion and Scarecrow in the Wizard of Oz Show. 
Some of the performers from The Sound Of Musicals, which is on this weekend in Ballina and Byron Bay.
Some of the cast from the new play Little Red Riding Mouse, which is being performed at Bangalow over the next two weekends.