APPLICATIONS OPEN 24 April-20 May FOR POPPY SEED 2017 To create the Poppy Seed Theatre Festival, an artistic panel (made up of some of Australia's leading theatre professionals) select five outstanding, new theatrical works from a highly competitive selection process. The selected companies are provided with a venue, funds and production support and are told to go forth and create amazing work.

Ventana Musica: The Journey of the Guitar - a musical narration of the vihuela's journey from Europe to the Americas in the 15th century and the transformations it underwent. From the vihuela to the guitarron chileno, each string instrument will shine by the hand of local musicians. Curated by Rosemary Hodgson.