27 February 2025
LITERARY LEGENDS UNVEILED: ICONS & MANUSCRIPTS FROM LONDON
Treasures from the British Library and the National Portrait Gallery London, exclusively at HOTA.
Explore six centuries of world-famous portraits and rare manuscripts from literary legends in this unprecedented exhibition.
Offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to come face-to-face with some of the most well-known figures in English literature, the exhibition will feature literary giants such as William Shakespeare, Jane Austen, the Brontë sisters, William Blake, Virginia Woolf, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, J.R.R. Tolkien, Lewis Carroll, Sir Kazuo Ishiguro and Zadie Smith.
For the first time, intimate handwritten manuscripts, letters and illustrations, as well as rare, published editions from the British Library will be seen alongside outstanding portraits of authors from the National Portrait Gallery, London, exploring the connection between literature and visual expression.
Exhibition visitors will encounter some of the world's most celebrated individuals who created great literature such as Romeo and Juliet, The Lord of the Rings, Alice in Wonderland, Harry Potter, Oliver Twist, Winnie the Pooh, Dracula, Sherlock Holmes, Peter Rabbit and many others.
Don't miss this Australian exclusive exhibition at HOTA Gallery - opening 12 April 2025.
Exhibition organised by the British Library and National Portrait Gallery, London, and is presented by HOTA.
RUN AWAY WITH THE CIRCUS AT HOTA
La Clique is a world class cabaret coming to HOTA, Home of the Arts for fun, frivolity and spectacle. But what sets this performance apart is that it will be presented inside The Famous Spiegeltent. This stunning performance venue is over 100 years old and will be placed lakeside in the parklands to offer audiences a beautiful unique experience.
Join us in the enchanting Spiegel Garden for pre-show cocktails by the lake before you head inside the remarkable Spiegeltent to be blown away by amazing feats of circus and comedy.
Book a group booth with food and beverage options for the ultimate girls night out, work function or celebration.
La Clique in The Famous Spiegeltent will have a limited run from Wednesday 18 March – Saturday 19 April and promises to be a spellbinding night out under the stars.
For tickets and information about La Clique and The Famous Spiegeltent visit our HOTA website.
PALETTE x STANBROKE BEEF: A NIGHT OF FIRE AND BEEF
Saturday 15 March
Join us for an extraordinary evening celebrating the versatility and craftsmanship of beef, where every course – from savoury starters to an innovative dessert – features this exceptional ingredient.
The night begins with an exclusive Q&A session hosted by Richard Galbraith and Executive Chef Dayan Hartill-Law, diving into the story behind Stanbroke’s unique approach to sustainable farming and their remarkable beef programs.
Following this discussion, we’ll embark on a culinary adventure, guiding you through a thoughtfully curated menu that highlights the endless possibilities of beef, with each dish telling a story.
MASTERCLASS MARCH: LEARN FROM THE GOLD COASTS TOP CULINARY PROFESSIONALS
We're offering our March Masterclass Series at The Exhibitionist Bar, designed to provide both education and indulgence.
Led by our Bar Manager, Tom Angel, these masterclasses cover everything from classic cocktails to modern twists, providing hands-on experience and valuable insider tips.
Curated sessions focused on educational aspects to suit a student audience are available. Group bookings are also welcome.
And don't miss the BBQ Masterclass with three hatted Chef Dayan Hartill-Law. A rare opportunity for aspiring chefs to learn the best!
SKY RIBBONS ON THE HORIZON
Sky Ribbons have landed on the Gold Coast in preparation for HOTA’s biggest WONDER to date and we are asking the community to get involved!
HOTA, in collaboration with Everybody NOW! are collecting 10,000 messages all over the Gold Coast from Currumbin in the south to Coomera in the north by asking “I’m grateful to call the Gold Coast home because…”
Locals are invited to write and contribute their own message in one of the pop-up locations between 13 February and 2 March 2025.
On completion, all the heartfelt messages will be added to a spectacular artwork and flown high in the sky for WONDER 2025.
You can read more about the Sky Ribbons and find a list of locations by visiting our HOTA website.
Sky Ribbons is supported by Experience Gold Coast and proudly delivered by Everybody NOW!
BENEFITS OF BEING AN ARTS & CULTURE HUB – HIGHLIGHTS OF DAVID DON, GALLERY GENERAL MANAGER
Events at HOTA are committed to curating exceptional and bespoke experiences. We have a profound team of creatives available in our team who are ready to take your event to the next level. There is no exception of this when we work with our Gallery General Manager, David Don!
What can you bring to business events visiting the HOTA Gallery / what do you most like to share?
Events provide a chance for us to peel back the curtain and share these stories and insights into the art and the gallery.
Why are events important to the HOTA Gallery?
Curating and delivering exhibitions are the core of what we do at HOTA Gallery however it is only half the battle when trying to engage, educate and excite audiences. Exhibitions in combination with events and public programming offer broader opportunities to connect with audiences by offering deeper engagement and insight into the hearts and minds of the artists we are lucky enough to work with.
Furthermore, the Gallery is such a beautiful space, surrounded by incredible works from our collection and collections from all over the world. An event at HOTA Gallery is like no other, it’s a unique setting that sparks great conversations about art, life and everything in between.
The most exciting thing about the future of events at the Gallery, is exploring how we can open up the space and our collection to audiences in new and thoughtful ways, whether it be a moment to peak behind the curtains and see how we build exhibitions, or an up-late ‘night at the gallery’ tour with the curators, or a dive into our Collection space to see rare and unseen works. All I will say is, watch this space!
Gallery tours often conclude with cocktails at the rooftop Exhibitionist Bar as guests soak in the skyline views over the Gold Coast waterfront and enjoy cocktails inspired by the art!
VIEW THE 13 FEBRUARY 2025 ARTS & CULTURE UPDATE
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY
Experience Gold Coast acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we are situated, the Kombumerri families of the Yugambeh Language Region.
We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging, and recognise their continuing connections to the lands, waters and their extended communities throughout Southeast Queensland.