Escape into a kaleidoscopic disco of celestial delights as Candy Social Club returns with their next installment: Platinum Disco.

Presented by Richie LeStrange and Backbone Youth Arts.

Nestled in the Seven Hills nature reserves, join us in our Amphitheatre oasis and revel in the celebration of identity, liberation, pure joy and local artists as we dance under the setting sun.

Dressed in your most luminous platinum fashions, Candy Social Club Platinum Disco will transform into a retro-futuristic, psychedelic chrome sanctuary for connection and celebration.

Dedicated to the delicious underground of Brisbane performing arts scene, Candy Social Club loudly and proudly twists the lolly wrapper on queer club nights, exploding in an eclectic array of music, performance, empowerment, liberation, and celebration.

We acknowledge this event takes place on the stolen lands of the Jaggera and Turrbal people, and we honour their ongoing connection to the lands, skies and waters. We pay our respects to all elders past and present, and extend our love to all First Nations communities attending. Always was, always will be.

An ancient story told by new gods.

WORK IN PROGRESS SHOWING AND WORKSHOP
By theatrePUNK co.

MEDEA: THE WITCH OF CORINTH' is a magickal adaptation of Euripedes’ Medea, by theatre maker and witchcraft practitioner El Waddingham & directed by Annabel Gilbert.

It’s the 1970’s. Second-wave feminism is sweeping the Western world. A new-age witch born of ancient magic is being betrayed by all the men around her. Until a female force too strong to ignore comes knocking, and empowers her to take charge, whatever the cost. 

Beware the season of the witch, and her loyal, sirenic coven. 

This isn't your grandma's Medea - it's a concoction of live ritual, dance and traditional Greek theatre, blended to create an experiential piece of performance art. A deep exploration of the danger and joy of social movements, the work seeks to interrogate why women have relentlessly been drawn towards witchcraft throughout history. Daring, dark and divine, for anyone who’s felt the call of something greater from the ashes of the past.

Fun for the whole family at the seven hills hub courtyard

CIRCUS WORKSHOPS, PERFORMANCES AND MORE!

Presented by Backbone Youth Arts

Kids and families are invited to Backbone for a day chockful of free events!

Highlights include:

• Free Circus Workshop. Learn juggling, play with hula hoops, and get skipping with world-renowned circus artist, Chelsea McGuffin.

• Outdoor Performances

• And More!

Open your eyes to the world of young talent!

OPEN MIC

Presented by Backbone Youth Arts

Are you under 18 with a talent to share with the world? We want YOU! Backbone is hosting the inaugural Eyes Wide Open Mic to welcome Young People to the stage to show off their skills. We want Young Artists from any discipline; theatre, music, comedy, drag, poetry, cosplay, storytelling and everything in between.

Backbone Youth Arts has over 35 years of history championing the voices and artistry of Young People, empowering Young Artists with the tools to tell their own stories and create their own work.  Eyes Wide Open Mic aims to give young artists the agency to make their own creative decisions and fuel their passion for the performing arts and storytelling.

Follow the link below to register your talent now!

TIME TO WAKE UP BACKBONE FESTIVAL 2023!

OPENING NIGHT EVENT

At Backbone Youth Arts

Join us to celebrate the first night of Backbone Festival at the Seven Hills Hub! With performances from your favourites Richie LeStrange, Thalia Novela, and more!

Let’s kick off Backbone Festival with a bang!