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.ENCORE: Opera Queensland Returns to the Stage
September 27, 2020 | Claire Matthews
Opera Queensland will once again fill the QPAC Concert Hall with soul-stirring music in Queensland’s Own: ENCORE on 23 & 24 October 2020. Read More
Queensland’s Own: Major Performing Arts Companies Return to QPAC
September 25, 2020 | Claire Matthews
QPAC has announced its home companies, Queensland Ballet, Queensland Theatre, Opera Queensland, Queensland Symphony Orchestra and Circa will return to the stage in Queensland’s Own.
Wynnum Fringe: Brisbane’s First Fringe Festival!
September 18, 2020 | Claire Matthews
Brisbane is set to get its own fringe festival this November, with the inaugural Wynnum Fringe, led by Wynnum-based producer, actor and singer Tom Oliver.
José Carbó A Musical Life: Review
September 15, 2020 | Claire Matthews
Opera Queensland’s baritone José Carbó presented a charming, intimate recital at their studio in Southbank on Friday night.
Courtenay Cleary Dazzles in QPAC Unlocked: Review
September 14, 2020 | Claire Matthews
Courtenay Cleary’s recital with Alex Raineri at QPAC on Saturday afternoon was a dazzling showcase of two musical powerhouses of virtuosity.
Queensland Theatre to Reopen with World Premiere of The Holidays
September 12, 2020 | Claire Matthews
Queensland Theatre is ready to welcome back audiences in November, with the world premiere of 2018-19 Queensland Premier’s Drama Award winner The Holidays.
Brisbane Festival’s Percussion at Dusk with Vanessa Tomlinson
September 10, 2020 | Claire Matthews
Experience a percussion concert that reflects the contour of the city and changes with the colours of the sky in Brisbane Festival’s Percussion at Dusk with Vanessa Tomlinson.
Courtenay Cleary in Concert at ‘QPAC Unlocked’
August 27, 2020 | Claire Matthews
Brisbane-bred violinist Courtenay Cleary, who has performed twice for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, will perform a solo recital at QPAC Unlocked in September.
QPAC to Reopen with ‘QPAC Unlocked’ Performances
August 24, 2020 | Claire Matthews
After almost six months, QPAC will welcome back audiences with a series of live performances in QPAC Unlocked.
Brisbane Festival ‘Classic Brisbane’ with Camerata
August 18, 2020 | Claire Matthews
Brisbane Festival will return in September, with a vibrant, distinctly Brisbane-led lineup to reawaken the city. We caught up with Brendan Joyce, Camerata artistic director, on their upcoming performances at BrisFest 2020.
Jason Barry-Smith ‘A Life in Many Parts’ with Opera Queensland
August 14, 2020 | Claire Matthews
TCI caught up with baritone Jason Barry-Smith, ahead of his recital A Life in Many Parts on 28-29 August at Opera Queensland’s studio in Brisbane.
Ensemble Liaison Dream Away at AFCM Festival Prelude
August 10, 2020 | Claire Matthews
As the Westerly winds howled on Saturday night, I curled up on the couch with a handful of hot chips and waited for the AFCM livestream to begin.
Southern Cross Soloists Shine at Brisbane Music Festival
August 3, 2020 | Claire Matthews
Audiences tuned in for the latest instalment of Alex Raineri’s Brisbane Music Festival livestream series on Saturday night, and were delighted. Read More
Painting with Beats with Tom Thum + Gordon Hamilton
July 28, 2020 | Claire Matthews
We had a chat with composers Tom Thum and Gordon Hamilton on their process, inspirations, and releasing their first EP.