Fashionably Early

Column: Bit Parts | Date Published: Tuesday, 14 August 12 | Author: Ashley Thomson | 9 months, 1 week ago

WHAT: Design Schools’ Fashion Expo
WHEN: Wed Aug 8 – Sat Sep 15
WHERE: Gallery of Australian Design

Fashionably Early: Designing Australian Fashion Futures will bring together educators, graduates and students from six Australian design schools (Canberra Institute of Technology, RMIT School of Architecture and Design, RMIT School of Fashion and Textiles, University of Technology, Sydney, Queensland University of Technology, Curtin University of Technology and ANU School of Art) in a discussion about the design challenges that will inspire the next generation of Australian fashion. Seven innovative emerging designers from these schools have been invited to propose a Fashion System for Tomorrow that inspires new models of practice, informing Australian fashion that is authentic, sustainable and valued. For more information and/or to ogle sharp-angled skinny brunettes in outlandish shit, visit www.fashionablyearly.com.au or www.gad.org.au.

	Playing Field Studio: WHAT: Artist in Residence Program WHEN: Until Fri Aug 24 WHERE: Kingsley St, Civic Playing Field Studio, Canberra’s newest community arts studio, has opened applications for the Artist in Residence program. The studio recognises the important role the arts play and provides creative opportunities for members of the community including migrants, refugees, people with mental illness and youth, who may not have access to mainstream artistic programs. The residency provides artists with the opportunity to develop their art practice through the use of the Playing Field Studio for seven days from Mon-Sun October 8-14 and a materials allowance of $750. The residency is open to all artists, both professional and amateur, living in the ACT and surrounding region practicing in music, dance, theatre, visual art, media and design. The purpose of the residency is to support the development of artistic work that align with the aims and objectives of Playing Field Studio. Applications close Friday August 24. For more information about the residency or an application form contact 0402 597 959 or playingfieldstudio@gmail.com.
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	Catch-22: WHAT: National University Theatre Society WHEN: Wed Aug 22 – Sat Aug 25 WHERE: ANU Arts Centre The satire Catch-22 follows Captain Yossarian as he attempts to escape his bombardier duties in World War Two. His attempts to be declared unfit to fly are defeated at every turn by the mysterious Catch-22, an undefinable rule that defies all logic: if you are willing to fly into combat, you must be insane; but if you wish to be removed from combat due to insanity, you must be sane to realise combat is insane. The world famous novel, based on Heller's own experiences in the US Air Force, was adapted for the stage by Heller himself and interrogates bureaucracy, authority and insanity and questions the value of life. After all that, it’s really quite funny. The show will have three evening performances at 7:30pm and a matinee on Friday August 24 at 2pm. Bookings can be made at www.nutsanu.wordpress.com or on the door. $5-$15.
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	My Favourite…: WHAT: Annual Pre/Primary School Art Showcase WHEN: Wed Aug 15 – Sun Aug 26 WHERE: ANCA Gallery My Favourite… is ANCA Gallery’s fourth annual exhibition showcasing artwork by Canberra’s pre and primary school students, promising to tickle your imagination and connect with your inner child. A collection of 50 wondrously delightful, vibrant and diverse artworks have been selected to hang in the gallery representing children ranging in age from 4 to 12 years. (Letters of firm dismissal and a lump of coal were sent to runners-up.) Every pre and primary school in Canberra was invited to participate in the themed exhibition (even the poor ones), which is produced at no cost to schools or families. This year, students have depicted all the colour and movement of their favourite things, places and people in a variety of weird and wonderful media (including paint, glitter and corn syrup!). In conjunction with this year’s exhibition, gallery visitors will be invited to vote in a People’s Choice Award (because playing favourites is great for self-esteem). The gallery is open 12-5pm Wednesday-Sunday, and the exhibition opening is Wednesday August 15, 6pm.
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	Local Feats: WHAT: Canberra’s Feature Film Retrospective WHEN: Thu Aug 16 – Thu Dec 6 WHERE: Kendall Lane Theatre, NewActon Local Feats is a retrospective of Canberran feature films made between 1971 and 2010. Hosted at NewActon’s Kendall Lane Theatre and featuring an intimate Q+A session with directors, Local Feats showcases our city’s cinematic history each fortnight, giving the audience a chance to hear the filmmakers themselves reflect on their films and practice. In collaboration with the Canberra Short Film Festival, each film will also screen with a recent short by the director. Starting with the oldest, The Demonstrator, from 1971 (screened on an original 16mm projector) this program is a unique introduction to Canberra’s often unacknowledged feature film history and a chance for locals to support our filmmakers. Tickets can be bought online and from NewActon eateries Moçan and Green Grout and Bicicletta restaurants. All information, films, dates and times can be found at the official Local Feats website: http://newacton.com.au/localfeats. Reservations for dinner are encouraged: (02) 6262 8683. So is bumming.
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	WordSMITHS + Something Else: WHAT: Wordsy Meetings + Literary Readings WHEN: Thu Aug 16, Wed Aug 22 WHERE: Smiths Alternative Bookshop What better way to ward off the week’s willies than by reclining among the fabulously collated list of genres adorning the walls of Smiths? Coming up in the bookish surrounds are two regular events courtesy of Scissors Paper Pen. The first is WordSMITHS, a casual meet/greet for young writers. That’s you, if you’re under 30 and you write. If you’re over 30, you really couldn’t have anything to contribute – so fuck off. Then there’s Something Else: a new evening of storytelling and music, featuring Finnigan and Brother and a variety of readers, all around the theme of ‘Wires Crossed’. Head to www.scissorspaperpen.com for all details, emails and social mediators. 6pm and 7pm respectively.
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