Redland City Bulletin – Win Redland City Bulletin double pass (value $60)

The Redland Performing Arts Centre features a night of Melanesian music and culture when WANTOK Musik performs from 6.30pm on Sunday, September 17, on the weekend of Papua New Guinea’s (PNG) Independence.

This showcase celebration is a partnership in community cultural development with the Quandamooka Festival and is an exciting opportunity to experience a coming together of Quandamooka and Melanesian communities, artists and musicians.

The evening will feature a fabulous line-up of contemporary and traditional Melanesian musicians. George Telek from PNG will headline the concert, bringing his signature blend of contemporary and traditional Melanesian rhythms to the RPAC stage.

Telek will be joined by Charles Maimarosia from the Solomon Islands on the pan pipes, Tio from Vanuatu on vocals, ukulele, guitar and violin skills, and Ben Hakalitz from PNG who will bring 30 years of musical experience and technique on the drums to the night of celebration. They will be joined by a number of other musicians from PNG and West Papua, for an amazing night of indigenous music and culture.

There will also be the opportunity to enjoy some Melanesian food on the RPAC Piazza, and browse the art and craft display in the concert hall foyer, to complete a night of Melanesian indulgence. This art and craft display will be open to the public throughout the month of September.

Tickets are $30 and can be booked on .rpac.com.au or on 3829 8131 (booking fees are $4.10 by phone and $5 online per transaction).

WANTOK Musik – Melanesian Showcase is presented by Redland Performing Arts Centre in partnership with QYAC and WANTOK Musik Foundation.

WIN: Redland City Bulletin has one double pass (value $60) to give away. To be in the draw to win, enter your details below by 9am on Monday, September 4. Conditions may apply. Winners will be contacted by a representative from RPAC and their names announced online.