Address
P O box 332
THE GAP 4061

Venue
Various

Company information
JOYMAS CREATIVE is an exciting new Brisbane production company committed to bringing original and contemporary Musical Theatre productions to Queensland. Currently working in collaboration with acclaimed Brisbane writer/composer and performer – Megan Shorey, Joymas Creative will be presenting a production of ‘4 works for women’ in 2009. Previously produced works include: ‘In My Arms’ – Short Sweet & Song Musical Theatre Festival – Sydney 2008 ‘Us’ – Melbourne Fringe Festival – Melbourne 2006 ‘Us’ – (excerpts) AIMM, Brisbane 2005 – APAM, Adelaide 2006 ‘Us’ – Brisbane Cabaret Festival – Brisbane 2005 ‘The Look of song’ – Cairns Civic Theatre – Cairns 2004 ‘The Look of song’ – Brisbane Cabaret Festival – Brisbane 2004 4 WORKS FOR WOMEN Book and Music by Megan Shorey “Invited to perform excerpts from original productions ‘Us’ and ‘The Look of Song’ Nationally (spanning the East Coast), Megan Shorey’s contemporary approach to Musical Theatre & Cabaret writing has won her audiences and critical acclaim from some of the countries leading festivals, production houses and industry professionals: “Megan’s work is charming, but also gutsy and heart-felt. A highly creative, polished performer of her own beautiful songs - this is an easy one to recommend." Mark Yeoman – Director Noorderzon Festival, The Netherlands “Megan Shorey was the best piece of good news I got out of the Australian International Music Market. An original voice, and a talent ready to go places. She’s a great export for Queensland and Australia. I’ll be booking her.” Justin MacDonnell - Artistic Director – Miami Performing Arts Centre “A very thoughtful and moving piece ... A loud bravo from me” Justin Fleming - International award winning Playwright & Author (The Cobra / Burnt Piano) With appearances of her works in Adelaide (APAM), Melbourne (Fringe Festival), Sydney (Short Sweet & Song), Brisbane (Cabaret Festival, Brisbane Festival & Queensland Music Festival) and Cairns (Regional Tour) bringing the Queensland born composer critical acclaim, it was Dutch producer – Hans de Visser (HDV Productions) who first brought Megan’s work to the International stage. In August/September 2006,Megan was invited to headline the Noorderzon Festival (Holland) alongside artists such as Martha Wainwright. Subsequent industry interest in further International touring meant an invitation to the Edinburgh Festival, where negotiations began on collaborations with several internationally renowned artists and production houses.” www.joymascreative.com

Further information
Megan Shorey

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