February is set to feature a huge line up of shows, films and fundraisers at the Moncrieff Entertainment Centre in Bundaberg.
Moncrieff February features:
A Taste of China
Friday 7 February – 6.15pm
Celebrate Chinese New Year with ‘A Taste of China’.
Indulge in locally produced, traditional Chinese nibbles, experience Lion Dancing by Bundaberg’s PCYC then stay on for the free movie, The Farewell.
This event is supported by Bargara Asian Cuisine.
The Farewell – free community movie
Friday 7 February – 7.15pm
Celebrate Chinese New Year with The Farewell
A headstrong Chinese-American woman returns to China when her beloved grandmother is diagnosed with terminal cancer.
Billi struggles with her family’s decision to keep grandma in the dark about her own illness as they all stage an impromptu wedding to see grandma one last time.
Mandarin with English subtitles.
Yesterday – free community movie
Wednesday 12 February – 10am
Yesterday, everyone knew The Beatles. Today, only Jack remembers their songs.
He’s about to become a very big deal.
A rock-n-roll comedy about music, dreams, friendship, and the long and winding road that leads to the love of your life.
Andre Rieu: 70 Years Young – cinema presentation
Saturday 15 February – 10am
André Rieu is celebrating a landmark birthday and is inviting cinema audiences all over the world to his party!
70 Years Young is curated by the Maestro himself – André has personally selected concert highlights from his wonderful career to create the ultimate André Rieu concert experience for his fans to enjoy.
Turandot – Met Opera – cinema presentation
Sunday 16 February – 1pm
Two of opera’s most thrilling dramatic sopranos, Christine Goerke and Nina Stemme, reprise their fierce portrayals of the title princess.
Audiotorium – Joseph Tawadros
Wednesday 19 February – 6pm
One of the most impressive musicians to emerge in Australia.
Joseph Tawadros AM is a leading Oud virtuoso, composer and four time ARIA Award Winner.
Born in Cairo, brought up in Sydney, he is currently based in London, but travels often to perform including Australian tours each year.
Joseph will be appearing at the Moncrieff with his brother James.
Shoplifters – Moncrieff Cinema Society
Sunday 23 February – 3pm
After one of their shoplifting sessions, Osamu and his son come across a little girl in the freezing cold.
At first reluctant to shelter the girl, Osamu’s wife agrees to take care of her after learning of the hardships she faces.
The Peanut Butter Falcon – Film Fundraiser
Wednesday 26 February – 5.30pm
Presented by Carinbundi Foundation
Light refreshments from 5.30 pm
Film commences 6pm
The Peanut Butter Falcon is an adventure story set in the world of a modern Mark Twain that begins when Zak (22), a young man with Down syndrome.
Zak runs away from the nursing home where he lives to chase his dream of becoming a professional wrestler by attending the wrestling school The Salt Water Redneck.
Marina Prior and David Hobson – ‘The 2 of Us’ Final tour
Saturday 29 February – 8pm
After three back to back years of selling out 130 shows around the country, Tenor and Soprano powerhouse legends of Opera and Musical Theatre, David Hobson & Marina Prior embark on their final tour.
‘The 2 Of Us’ in up close and personal mode for 2020.
Brand new songs, back-stage and life stories, but including the classics from their vast repertoire spanning 35 years, will be included in this final run.
