AboutClaire Matthews, Author at The Creative Issue
Claire Matthews
I am an avid reader and storyteller, and have always had a love for words. Since scrawling out stories from an early age, I have dreamed of becoming a published author. When not writing, editing or journaling, I am a keen violinist, classical music lover, and a member of a youth orchestra. Whether I’m jamming to the beat or splashing paint on canvas or clicking the shutter and seeing the world through the viewfinder, I always keep my spark alive.Dream Away with Queensland Ballet’s Sleeping Beauty
June 8, 2021 | Claire Matthews
Queensland Ballet’s Sleeping Beauty transports audiences back to childhood magic and wonder with princesses, fairies and dragons. Showing from now until the 19th, this ballet is a must-see.
White Pearl Play Shines Satirical Light on Beauty Industry
May 29, 2021 | Claire Matthews
White Pearl, a searing satire, will burst onto Queensland Theatre’s Bille Brown stage in June, offering plenty of laughs and thought-provoking discussion.
QSO Presents Enchanting Musical Theatre Gala
May 20, 2021 | Claire Matthews
QSO presented an entertaining evening of musical theatre classics last Saturday in the QPAC concert hall, from Broadway to West End and everything in-between.
Travel on a Winter’s Journey with Opera QLD’s Gregory Massingham
May 7, 2021 | Claire Matthews
Opera Queensland and Gregory Massingham will take audiences away on a winter’s trip in the latest installment of their Studio Series this weekend.
When We Speak: Recital with cellist Katherine Philp
May 1, 2021 | Claire Matthews
In When We Speak, Katherine Philp, Principal cellist of Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra, performs a solo recital of recently-written music. Read More
Brisbane Music Festival’s Refreshing ‘Celestial Spirits’ Concert
April 27, 2021 | Claire Matthews
Brisbane Music Festival’s Celestial Spirits concert on Saturday presented an afternoon of exquisite chamber music and refreshing contemporary sounds.
Queensland Ballet Dancin’ in the rain at Riverstage
April 22, 2021 | Claire Matthews
Ballet fans and families flocked to Riverstage last Saturday for an evening of free entertainment (and rain!) in Queensland Ballet on the Lawn.
Katie Noonan launches AVÉ: Australian Vocal Ensemble
April 10, 2021 | Claire Matthews
Introducing AVÉ, a national first acapella quartet celebrating old and new classical music and stories. Read More
Deborah Cheetham AO makes debut with Opera Queensland
March 27, 2021 | Claire Matthews
Brisbane audiences were treated to an intimate and heartfelt recital with Indigenous soprano Deborah Cheetham AO in Opera Queensland’s studio series last weekend.
QSO’s Firebird Concert Ignites Vibrant Storytelling
March 27, 2021 | Claire Matthews
Queensland Symphony Orchestra’s Firebird concert Friday March 19, presented a morning of instrumental splendour and fiery storytelling.
Indigenous Soprano Deborah Cheetham AO performs with Opera Queensland
March 18, 2021 | Claire Matthews
Yorta Yorta soprano Deborah Cheetham AO takes the stage in her Opera Queensland debut in the latest Studio Series concert, Songs my mother sang to me. Read More
Opera Queensland’s Lorelei: Ancient Myth Meets Modern Woman
March 13, 2021 | Claire Matthews
Opera Queensland’s Lorelei tells the story of an ancient myth, with a modern twist. Featuring three of Australia’s leading opera voices in a boundary-breaking mix of opera, musical theatre and cabaret, this is a show well worth seeing.
Queensland Ballet Celebrates 60th Anniversary Gala
March 9, 2021 | Claire Matthews
Queensland Ballet’s 60th Anniversary Gala on Friday night in the QPAC Playhouse was a joyous and momentous event for the company, celebrating their achievements over the last 60 years.
QSO Paints Lush Musical Landscapes
March 3, 2021 | Claire Matthews
Queensland Symphony Orchestra presented a concert of lush musical landscapes from rivers to mountains to skies on Sunday morning at QPAC.