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See what’s happening on the Darling Downs in May

GET INVOLVED IN YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY HOSPICE MOTHER’S DAY HIGH TEA

WHEN: Wednesday, May 9, 9.45–11.30am

WHERE: Gips Restaurant, 120 Russell St, Toowoomba COST: $40 per person WHAT: Support the work of the Toowoomba Hospice and treat your mother and/or grandmother at the same time! There will be a delicious high tea, as well as a raffle to raise funds. The hospice provides free palliative and respite care based on mutual respect, trust and individual needs. Book by calling the Gips Restaurant on 4638 3588.

CRAZY FOR YOU

WHEN: Thursday, May 10, 7–9.30pm

WHERE: Graham Centre, Downlands College, 72 Ruthven St, Toowoomba COST: $21 to $85 WHAT: A new Gershwin musical live on stage in Toowoomba for the very first time.

Crazy for You is the story of a wealthy playboy in the 1930s who wants to dance – despite the efforts of his mother and fiancee. The comedy includes well-known classics such as I Got Rhythm, Shall We Dance, Someone To Watch Over Me, and more. Contact Shane Tooley for more information on 4690 9500, or book tickets by visiting downlands.qld.edu.au.

MUSIC THEORY WORKSHOP WITH HELEN RUSSELL

WHEN: Tuesday, May 15, 6–7.30pm

WHERE: USQ Artsworx, University of Southern Queensland

COST: $16.50 for single workshop, $66 for all six

WHAT: In this series of six workshops, you will use your voice as an instrument as music specialist Helen Russell guides you through expressing musical information in a conscious way. Using her fun a capella method and the songs you know and love, Helen will break down barriers and show you that music theory is merely the analysis of what makes successful music. If you are an instrumentalist trained by ear, a choir member looking to understand more about the notes you’re singing or a music teacher looking to discover a new way to teach, this workshop is perfect for you. Visit artsworx.usq.edu.au to book your place.