The Daily Red with Bianca Wylie

AUSLAN interpreter Mikey Webb joined me to discuss why he became an interpreter, what makes his interpreting unique, signing for COVID updates, Hamilton, Ed Sheeran, Red Hot Chili Peppers and more. Sit back, relax and listen to a conversation all about making the arts and life more inclusive and accessible for the deaf community and what work is still left to do.

Tonight (28th March) is Queensland Music's night of nights, the Queensland Music Awards. QMusic CEO Kris Stewart joined me to discuss what he is looking forward to on the night, emerging Queensland talent and a special new category that has been added this year- best accessible venue. Sit back, relax and listen to this conversation about all the exciting things coming up for Queensland and Brisbane's music scene this year and in the near future.

Last week I spoke to Alex Woodward, the founder of Woodward Productions and producer behind the brand-new Australian work and world premiere of 'The Mystery of the Valkyrie'. Sit back and listen to a conversation about the revival and longstanding audience of Sherlock Holmes stories and the obstacles Woodward Productions has overcome to put on the production currently playing at QPAC's Playhouse until Sunday, the 19th of March.

Last week from (1-4 March) at Metro Arts, Pink Matter performed their multidisciplinary performance of Betwixt, featuring a blend of street dance with spoken word. Cast member and dancer Amy Zhang and Associate Producer at Metro Arts Meg Hamilton joined me to speak about the message and creative process behind Betwixt and the upcoming work for Metro Arts's 2023 Season.

Brisbane composer and music teacher Loreta Fin joins me today to discuss her latest compositions for kids to help them develop their musicality, advice for emerging professional musicians and her love for teaching music. Sit back, relax and listen to a conversation all about the importance of learning music while at school and how we all have music in us.

I am joined by Brisbane actor and creative Oliver Hetherington Page, who is the star, script writer and producer of his one-man autobiographical musical, comedy show The No Bang Theory, which focuses on an accurate representation of an artist and person living with autism. Sit back and listen to part 2 of this conversation which focuses on Oliver's No Bang Theory, award nominations, and much much more. The No Bang Theory will be performed at the Redland Performing Arts Centre on the 2nd of March: https://www.rpac.com.au/what-s-on/all-events/the-no-bang-theory/

I am joined by Brisbane actor and creative Oliver Hetherington Page, who is the star, script writer and producer of his one-man autobiographical musical, comedy show The No Bang Theory, which focuses on an accurate representation of an artist and person living with autism. Sit back and listen to part 1 of this conversation which focuses on the need for greater opportunities for artists with a disability while also being recognised as an artist no matter what. The No Bang Theory will be performed at the Redland Performing Arts Centre on the 2nd of March: https://www.rpac.com.au/what-s-on/all-events/the-no-bang-theory/

On Tuesday, the 6th of December, ABC Radio Brisbane Evenings Presenter Kelly Higgins-Devine hosted their first Christmas Concert in three years, with the proceedings being donated to Foodbank. The concert was jam-packed with an array of local talent, including Gold Medalist Zac Stubblety-Cook, Comedians Jenny Wynter and Ashwin Segkar, 14-year-old saxophonist/vocalist Levi X, The Australian Army Band, The Buckleys, Author Trent Dalton, The QPAC Choir and more. Listen to a conversation featuring ABC Radio Engagement Producer Jenae Tien Jenkins, Kelly Higgins-Devine, Jenny Wynter, Ashwin Segkar, and fellow audience members Nance Haxton, Gracia Clifford and Caleb Hodgkinson after the show.

In this bonus episode, 'A Very Naughty Christmas' cast member Aurelie Roque joins me to share some of her highlights from the show and what Christmas means to her. Audience members Imogen and Tom also discuss their participation during the audience interaction parts of the show and why they would come and see it again. There are still some tickets up for grabs but remember; it's 18+ only! https://tickets.laboite.com.au/overview/a-very-naughty-christmas

For six years, Woodward Productions has brought 'A Very Naughty Christmas' to Brisbane for the holiday season. Producer Alex Woodward shares with host Bianca Wylie how he initially came up with the concept, what to expect and bringing the show to national audiences. There are still some tickets up for grabs but remember; it's 18+ only! https://tickets.laboite.com.au/overview/a-very-naughty-christmas