RECLAIM THE LANE – FREE Music and Arts Festival

13th April 1 – 4 pm Rooke Lane, Devonport

Rooke St Lane is a small lane off the main drag of the Devonport CBD. It is primarily seen as a thoroughfare for local residents and businesses, however it is slowly emerging as a creative hub of Devonport. There is a small independent music studio, a café/providore and at its entrance the Devonport Regional Gallery, a contemporary gallery space exhibiting a diverse range of local and international art.

All of these organisations have joined forces under the scope of 2012 National Youth Week with the aim of highlighting and promoting the importance of fostering young creative talent in the region. Astrid Joyce from the Devonport Regional Gallery said “We are really excited about showing young people the benefits of being creative in their community whether, it’s through leadership or learning new skills.”
Reclaim the Lane aims to highlight the important role cultural organisations play in developing creative communities and vibrant public spaces. This one-day event offers a range of activities, exhibits and performances from local artists, musicians and performers.

Highlights…
– Pop up Guerilla Gallery- A cardboard pop-up Gallery started by Artist Run Initiative, 10% Pending in Hobart, this Gallery is made up of various types of artwork from many different artists, it has visited many locations throughout Australia and now has a home in Devonport for Reclaim the Lane.
– Film Screening Tent- The Droogs will be screening the films from the popular Four 8 Film Festival for anyone who missed out. Wide Angle Tasmania will also be contributing some Tasmanian made music clips.
– Local Bands- Fat Lip Studio is organising some local talent to perform on the day.
– BBQ by Laneway Café- get a healthy feed from Laneway Café who have put their hand up to contribute to the festival.
– Free Haircuts by local hairdresser.
– Other activities include drumming workshops by local musician Ali Davies, circus workshops by Supersillus.
– Devonport City Council has also approved the painting of the toilet block wall by a local street artist. The Mural will be completed throughout the day, the artist will be available to answer any questions people may have about street art and the responsible use of aerosol paint.
– Local youth focused organisations will be holding stalls to promote their services.

This is a FREE event supported & coordinated by Devonport City Council through the Devonport Regional Gallery and The Zone. If you require further information please

Astrid Joyce
Education and Public Programs Officer
Devonport Regional Gallery
03 6424 8296
Damian Collins
Community Development Officer
The Zone
03 6423 4099
Astrid Joyce Education and Public Programs Officer Devonport Regional Gallery