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THIS JANUARY, YOUR HEAD WILL SPIN AND YOUR MIND WILL RUN IN CIRCLES WHEN THE RADICAL URBAN CIRCUS, 360 ALLSTARS, COME TO TOWN. PREPARE FOR DIZZYING STUNTS AND A WHIRLWIND OF TALENT SPANNING ALL FORMS OF ROTATION, ONLY AT THE GOLD COAST’S HOME OF THE ARTS.

Are you ready for a spin out? The phenomenal physical performance that is 360 ALLSTARS is coming to HOTA for ‘Kids Take Over’ from January 16 to 19, and it’s like nothing you’ve ever seen before.

Exploring all forms of rotation, the show promises mind-blowing talent that pushes the limits, all set to a soundtrack by the award-winning Roman MC and renowned musical producer and show director, Gene Peterson.

“We definitely didn’t hold back!” says Gene. “The show has an amazing lighting design, a killer live soundtrack and stunning video projections displayed across three video screens. I wanted every single ingredient of the show to be spectacular in its own right.”

While dreaming up 360 ALLSTARS, Gene had just one vision – he was focused on making something awesome. By connecting the street with the elite, he gathered an international cast complete with a world champion BMX Flatlander – an artistic form of biking on smooth, flat surfaces – two world champion break-dancers, an internationally acclaimed basketball freestyler, and a breathtaking roue cyr artist (don’t ask, just Google). How much more awesome could he fit on one stage?

“Once you’re thinking without limitations, it’s easy to dream big,” says Gene. “We ended up head-hunting artists from the UK, Europe, Asia, America, Australia and New Zealand. It probably wasn’t the most cost-effective choice, but it was the decision to remove these logistical and financial parametres and put the art first that made the show successful.”

And successful it has been. Having delivered explosive shows all over the world – from the USA to Germany, Canada to China – 360 ALLSTARS is now gearing up to perform here on the Gold Coast. And we simply cannot wait.

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BRASH, BALLSY AND ‘BLOOD’-Y BRILLIANT – THERE’S SIMPLY NO OTHER WAY TO DESCRIBE DRACULA’S LATEST PRODUCTION.

No one does a night out like Dracula’s. From the moment you board the Ghost Train right through to the final bow, you’re taken on an after-worldly adventure where anything can happen. ‘Nine Pints’, the brand-new show by the vampiric theatre troupe, is no different.

Less vaudeville and more ‘Vegas underworld’, Nine Pints delivers a dynamic display of aerial artistry, saucy entertainment and smutty – albeit incredibly witty – comedy. With a dash of brashness, a pinch of cheekiness and a generous serving of #WTF make for one unforgettable night.

The jokes are ballsy (almost literally – one act includes a giant penis) and the performances perfectly executed. Audiences even witness the return of the traditional puppetry that Dracula’s founding family, the Newmans, are known for. Nine Pints ticks all boxes.

Combining old favourites (food and cocktails, and the ghost train reel that never fails to bring the audience together in embarrassment) and new additions – a bloody, provocative film clip kicks off the show, which features plenty of fresh talent – Nine Pints will leave your heart beating wildly and your face drained of blood… in the best way possible.

Nine Pints in review

Here’s what our scout reviewer had to say after she watched the show:

“Year after year, Dracula’s never fails to make my jaw drop and my belly ache with laughter. Cheeky and wild, with great tunes, dances and aerial acts, the talent and humour – particularly from ‘El-Mo’ – will rock your socks off. Keep an eye out for twins Aorta and Jugular when their dynamic aerial acts bring a new spin to the stage show and be sure to stock up on cocktails to get in the mood for another legendary show.”

Meet the stars

Stewart Reeve, ‘Diamond’

FUN FACT: Stewart is a well-known Dracula’s cast member, who captivated audiences at the Melbourne venue for five years with his quick-witted comedic timing and powerhouse vocals.

Antonia Marr, ‘Absinthe’

FUN FACT: since graduating from college in London, Antonia has taken on some well-known and loved characters – Tiger Lily in ‘Peter Pan’, ‘Wicked’s Elphaba, and Mimi in ‘Rent’ are just a few of the roles she’s played.

Will Rogers, ‘El-Mo’

FUN FACT: Will was born into a life of theatre – his parents were members of the Handspan Theatre Company workshop, which was just a stone’s throw away from the iconic Dracula’s Melbourne.

Viola Skyes, ‘Vendetta’

FUN FACT: Gold Coast local Viola has been playing guitar since aged 10, and has supported big name acts like Alice Cooper and Motley Crue in her short but impressive career.

Benjamin Winstanley, ‘Brutus’

FUN FACT: you’ll probably recognise him from previous Dracula’s production, ‘Terrorbyte’, but make no mistake – Benjamin’s performance in ‘Nine Pints’ is unlike anything you’ve seen before!

Alyssa and Amy Cameron, ‘Jugular’ and ‘Aorta’

FUN FACT: Both trained in contortion, aerials and acrobatics, these Gold Coast-born identical twins are almost never apart.

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