THE COUCH OUTLOUD®

The Couch Outloud® is a Gold Coast based, entertaining live talk show which inspires social connectivity and aims to encourage meaningful connections and conversations by showcasing inspiring locals from a range of backgrounds. The Couch Outloud® understands the value of how the creative element of our community helps to underpin our connections with each other through artistic expression.Together with our host and DJ, The Couch Outloud® guest speakers and performers share with the audience their stories of how they are effecting societal change and empowering others. This platform not only provides the community with a voice and insight into topics that affect them, but also leads the way for future cultural evolvement.

We are committed to ensuring that our audience’s experience is nothing short of unique! We put months of planning into each show - so no two are the same. Our speakers and performers are carefully profiled so that people are amazed and immersed in this interactive, fun and inspiring experience.

‘It’s not just a talk show, it’s a movement’

The Couch Outloud® presents “CULTURAL CONCOURSE”

Is there a future for the Gold Coast’s arts community?

The economic pain of 2020, and especially the border lock downs and social distancing/isolation requirements that everyone has had to endure, have hit the Gold Coast Arts and Entertainment communities especially hard.

But what of the future?

Can our once vibrant Arts and Entertainment communities bounce back in 2021 and beyond?

This is the question that is being discussed, amongst others, at The Couch Outloud®’s “Cultural Concourse” evening.

The main topic to be discussed on the night is the proposed future plans for the Gold Coast’s development in regards to infrastructure, arts and community and the event’s guest speakers are in the know!

As well as sharing their memories of Gold Coast past, the dynamic combination of guest speakers will also be opening up about their future visions and insights into the re-energising and rebuilding of our city’s cultural growth.

Their combined view is that It is crucial to consider that future developments align with initiatives that cultivate hope and civic engagement for the common good of the community. They understand that only by all of us working together with a shared vision to contribute to Gold Coast City as a place to push new boundaries in creativity, discourse and discovering what’s possible, can we thrive and lead a cultural resurgence!

5:00pm – 5:45pm: Meet & Mingle (Canapes, drink on arrival)

5:45pm – 7:15pm (Approximate time): ‘Cultural Concourse’ show

Silent Auction - $1 000 wine voucher courtesy of Chevron One Residences

ALL TICKETS INCLUDE DRINK ON ARRIVAL + CANAPES

Giveaways, Lucky Door Prizes

Host: Suzi Dent

Suzi helps women and men connect with themselves and their dreams by introducing them to the power of YES. Her high energy and humour is infectious and you will leave feeling uplifted, inspired and ready to meet any challenge head on. Not only that, in 2017 Suzi won the title of Mrs Earth Australia which is awarded to the delegate who best represents a positive image for all women.

DJ: DJ Sean

Sean Harcourt-Bell has been involved in the music industry for over 30 years. He is a performer and musician who has travelled the world sharing his talents as well as being a support act for many well-known bands. Sean is an all-rounder who always shares his great enthusiasm and energy.

The Couch Outloud® show guest speakers:

Geoff Smith

Geoff has an unwavering passion for stamping Gold Coast’s mark on the world as a cultural mecca. He sees the Gold Coast as the place to go for excitement and experiences. Not only is Geoff the Managing Director of Medici Capelli, but he also has connections and insights into the future development of Gold Coast city.

Tony Steven

Tony is a published author who promotes self-responsibility and emotional fitness through recognising and embracing the power of YOU. Tony has worked for 29 years with not-for-profit organisations and is currently President of the Chevron Island Business and Residents Association.

Ursula Kelly

Ursulas’ passionate thoughts on the importance of art in society is definitely something you need to hear. Ursula is a traditionally trained local artist. Not only is Ursula proficient in fine art and commercial art, but she has also illustrated a book and enjoys the art of sculpting.

Performance:Sean Harcourt-Bell

Disclaimer

The opinions and views expressed by the speakers do not necessarily represent those of The Couch Outloud® and the venue. The Ticket Holder’s purchase of the event ticket is final and no refunds will be issued on the basis of including, but not limited to, the absence, non-appearance and/or non-attendance of any announced guest or change in format. * COVID-19 refund exception - Refunds will be issued within 2 weeks after date of the event due to cancellation in response to regulatory COVID-19 restrictions.

As a Ticket Holder you hereby authorise The Couch Outloud® to photograph, video footage and/or make sound recordings of you. These aforementioned electronic productions may be used for marketing materials evolved from it and as library footage for use in other multimedia forms.