menu menuSaturday 21 August 2021 | 7:30PM
HEARTS AND MINDS
* This concert has been rescheduled from the 2020 Season.
‘That Emma Donovan is an extraordinary singer is no secret. During the recording of Archie Roach’s Tell Me Why, Emma joined us in the studio for a duet with the great man on ‘Just a Closer Walk With Thee’, a tribute to Mahalia Jackson. Her command of gospel music was immediately and excitingly evident.
Emma’s voice is rich, powerful and glowing, and I can’t wait to share the stage with her for the first time as we explore her favourite gospel classics, including songs written by her grandfather.’
– Paul Grabowsky AO
Emma Donovan | Voice
Paul Grabowsky | Piano
COVID-19 SAFETY MEASURES
The wellbeing of our audience and artists is our first priority. We've implemented a number of measures to make your experience at UKARIA as safe as possible.
Capacity
UKARIA holds an SA Health approved COVID-Safe Plan enabling us to host events at full capacity (220 people), provided all patrons wear masks.
Checking In
Upon arrival, we require all patrons to register their details for contact tracing. Checking in is quick and easy:
If you do not have a smartphone, or experience any issues checking in on your device, don't panic: we will have a sign-up sheet available in the foyer where you can manually write down your details. Please see our front-of-house team in the foyer, who will be able to assist you.
Seating
All seats are general admission. If you require mobility-impaired access, please let us know by emailing [email protected] or phoning (08) 8227 1277.
Hand Sanitiser
Hand sanitiser will be provided in the foyer and temporary bar (see below for more information).
Entering the Auditorium
The doors of the auditorium will open approximately thirty minutes prior to the start time of the event. Please see our front-of-house team in the foyer, who will check your ticket details and direct you to an usher who will help you find your seats.
ALFRESCO RENOVATIONS
Architect Anton Johnson's design for the new alfresco space, visualised by perspective artist Michael Blazewicz
In response to the wonderful growth of our cultural program, our alfresco area will be reconfigured to provide a larger and more comfortable space for patrons to enjoy at all times of the year.
Our architect Anton Johnson has designed the space to maintain the existing atmosphere and connection with the landscape, and truly embrace the garden and surrounding views. The space will be fully enclosed, and will include glass sliding doors that can be opened on warm summer days and closed on cooler winter nights. A retractable glass partition will also give us the possibility to create a separate area for small dining groups, functions and pre-concert talks.
A polished concrete floor with in-slab heating will greatly enhance the experience for dinners and lunches. A beautiful hemlock acoustic ceiling (like the one currently used in the concert hall foyer) will reduce the ambient noise during periods of congestion and provide a seamless transition into the concert hall.
In order to facilitate construction for the upgrade, the alfresco area will be closed to the public from the beginning of April until the end of September. This will have a few implications for your UKARIA experience, and will affect this performance. We greatly appreciate your understanding and flexibility.
Temporary Bar:
Refreshments and Afternoon Tea
During construction of the new alfresco, refreshments and afternoon tea will be served in our temporary bar at the southern side of the venue, adjacent to the Ngeringa Vineyards. Please exit the concert hall and head towards the artists' greenroom. Our front-of-house team will be on hand to ensure you find your way.
Toilet Access
During April–September, access to the toilets will be through the concert hall foyer, adjacent to the main entrance of the auditorium, through what was formerly our staff office. There will be signage to ensure the entrance is clearly visible, and our front-of-house team will be on hand to assist you to find your way.
Disabled Parking
There are limited disabled parking bays along the driveway on the right of the property, however we encourage patrons who have difficulty walking up the garden paths to attend events with a friend who can drop them near the top before returning down to the main car park at the bottom of the garden. The parking bays near our alfresco (usually reserved for mobility-impaired access) will not be available from the beginning of April until the end of September.
Photo Credits
Emma Donovan: Michelle Grace Hunder
Paul Grabowsky: Woodrow Wilson
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