Colour Me Brisbane encore to welcome G20 leaders

Families will be able to enjoy the CBD bathed in spectacular lights even longer, with the popular Colour Me Brisbane now continuing right through until the end of the G20 Leaders Summit.

Assistant Minister to the Premier Deb Frecklington said thousands of people had enjoyed the free G20 Cultural Celebrations spectacle, prompting a program extension.

“The Cultural Celebrations have been incredibly well received by the general public and as a result Colour Me Brisbane will continue for another week to welcome the G20 Leaders and our international guests,” Ms Frecklington said.

“This is a once in a generation opportunity to show the world what a great place Queensland is to visit and live in and to deliver some lasting economic benefits to this state.

“There will be more than 7,000 delegates and media here for the summit and highlighting the city will allow us to take full advantage.

“So far, the Celebrations have attracted huge crowds at a host of community and cultural events across the city, showcasing some of our finest artists at performances including Queensland Ballet’s Coppelia and The World According to Brass featuring James Morrison over the weekend.

“We have celebrated our diversity with more than 30,000 members of our community attending Brisbane on Parade along the South Bank promenade, culminating with Fiesta Latina.

“Thousands more have viewed the spectacular Colour Me Brisbane lighting displays and performances every night.”

Creative Director Jono Perry said Colour Me Brisbane would continue through until this Sunday night 16 November, with the city’s most iconic buildings and signature landmarks immersed in luminous displays and spectacular effects.

“Key sites will continue to be activated including QPAC, Queens Park, Parliament House and Commissariat Store which have transformed our city’s night time skyline with a spectacular lighting display for the last 17 days,” Mr Perry said.

“Queenslanders have a lot to be proud of; we are culturally rich and diverse and that’s something we want the rest of the world to see.”

Ms Frecklington said there were more free events to come ahead of the Leaders’ Summit.

“There’s another week to go of the G20 Cultural Celebrations with activities for everyone to enjoy across Brisbane,” she said 

“During the G20 Summit long weekend, families and friends are encouraged to join in the Great Get Togethers that will be hosted at parks across Brisbane’s suburbs.

The large scale events will feature live music and performances and will celebrate community, food, fun and creativity.

“We won’t get another G20, so let’s celebrate this great state while the opportunity is here.”

The G20 Cultural Celebrations run from October 24 – November 16, 2014 and all events are free. The program features hundreds of free community events including live music programs, interactive lighting and projection displays across Brisbane city, pop-up dance performances, street performances, community BBQs and multicultural community events. Visit www.qld.gov.au/g20cultural

[ENDS] 10 November

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FINAL WEEKEND EVENTS NOT TO MISS:

1. Great Get Together  – Seventh Brigade Park, Chermside

Friday November 14, 2-6pm

Enjoy an afternoon of free entertainment including cricket matches, cultural games and music. Featuring music from DJ Bacon, breakdance competition and workshops, giant games, craft workshops, and Girl Guides obstacle course.

2. Great Get Together – Einbunpin Lagoon, Sandgate

Saturday November 15, 4-8pm

Einbunpin Lagoon will play host to this special twilight event which will include a silent disco with DJ Bacon, indie markets and amazing art installations created by the local community. Featuring live music by Griffin, Ange Takats, The View From Madeleine’s Couch and The Melotonins.

3. Great Get Together - Rocks Riverside Park, Seventeen Mile Rocks

Sunday November 16, 9am-1pm

Children will be entertained by circus workshops, kite-making, inflatable soccer matches with Brisbane Roar and cubby building. There’s lots for Mum and Dad, with community garden presentations, live music and dance performances and markets.

4. Great Get Together - Wynnum Wading Pool, Wynnum

Sunday November 16, 4-8pm

Indulge in gourmet treats while listening to live music along the waterfront. Wander with playful performers and enjoy the art and sculpture installations. Featuring live music by Laique, Sugarshakers, Band of Frequencies, and Brisbane Brass.

5. Colour Me Brisbane, Nightly from 6pm across Brisbane CBD and South Bank

Paint your City allows people to select their own virtual palette of vibrant colours and see Brisbane’s most recognisable landmarks transform as part of the spectacular, Colour Me Brisbane interactive light and projection display from October 24 until November 17.

6. Sampology & Friends - Yeronga Park Swimming Pool

Sunday 16 November, 12pm

Sampology & Friends brings a collective of Brisbane’s most exciting music talent to the Yeronga Park Swimming Pool for a very special, all-ages summer pool party, celebrating the 50^th anniversary of one of the most iconic Brisbane pools.

7. Women in Docs and Dozzi – Samford Valley Hotel

Saturday 15 November, 5pm

Women in Docs is an independent, folk pop act from Brisbane. They have played major festivals throughout the world including SXSW in Austin, Texas; Folk Alliance in San Diego; Canadian Music Week, Toronto; Shanghai Spring Music Festival, and the International Folk Festival, Germany. Women in Docs will be supported by country music sweethearts Dozzi.

For more information about the full G20 Cultural Celebrations program and timings visit www.g20cultural.initiatives.qld.gov.au