-35.27018588555824<>149.13197245665285<>6a73cc38eaaae41f4e951f88<>Scent-sational! Paws Party<>Sniffing, smelling and marking - these are a few of a dog's favourite things! Their sense of smell is 1,000 to 10,000 times more powerful than humans'. Their 300 million olfactory receptors (you only have around 5 million) are constantly picking up new scents. It's estimated that around 30 per cent of their brains is dedicated just to analysing odours. No wonder they can sniff out a treat from many metres away! Scent is a huge part of how dogs see and sense the world - let's celebrate smells!
More details to follow...
Piano tails: Wayne Kelly is back at the keys to warm up your Sunday morning.
The market chapter: Keep the story going with a wander through the Haig Park Village Markets. Smells yum!<>City Renewal Authority;-35.2814305<>149.130013<>69cdc5220d70980379ef4267<>Hits of the '60s and '70s by The 60 Four<>Back to Canberra by popular demand: The 60 Four are turning back the clock with a brand new show that feels straight out of Las Vegas. 'Australia's best tribute act' brings the biggest hits of the 60s and 70s to life in a spectacular production packed with soaring harmonies, slick choreography, and unstoppable energy. From the rock 'n' roll swagger of Elvis Presley to the silky harmonies of The Beach Boys and the anthems of The Beatles, The 60 Four capture the magic of the era with style.<>BEN FRANCIS ENTERTAINMENT PTY LTD;-35.28135600151896<>149.13030108535008<>6a3dea1566335eb613a27022<>A Taste of Ireland – the Irish Music & Dance Sensation<>Direct from Off-Broadway and London's West End, A Taste of Ireland comes to Canberra.
The internationally acclaimed A Taste of Ireland Company returns to Australia in 2026 with its flagship production, A Taste of Ireland: The Irish Music & Dance Sensation. Laugh, cry, and jig into the night with a production that is Celtic, for this generation.
Performed by former World Irish dance champions and featuring dancers from Lord of the Dance and the recent West End cast of Éireann, A Taste of Ireland brings the spirit and energy of modern Ireland to life with a generous helping of Irish wit. Watch world-class performers blend melodic folk mash-ups, jaw-dropping acapella tap battles, and heartfelt storytelling in a live celebration of Irish music and dance, featuring live tap, live musicians, and live vocals throughout.<>Canberra Theatre Centre;-35.28135600151896<>149.13030108535008<>699291391f0863f5640420cb<>The Gospel According to Paul<>A soufflé might not rise twice, but this hit comedy will!
The sermon on the mount returns to stages for a victory lap as Jonathan Biggins – co-creator and star of The Wharf Revue and one of Australia's favourite comic actors – transforms into the visionary, reformer and rabble-rouser, Paul Keating.
Exploring the former PM's landmark political achievements and personal obsessions, The Gospel According to Paul takes the light on the hill and shines it on a man who grew up in the Labor Party at the knee of Jack Lang, approached economics as an art form, and demanded you confront the wrongs of your past. This production captures Keating's eviscerating Question Time wit and wraps it up in a Zegna suit.
With fresh takes on Keating's recent media moments and zeitgeist zingers, no scumbag is safe in this show, not even their humble narrator.<>Canberra Theatre Centre;-35.28135600151896<>149.13030108535008<>698abed1a9306ee62c23df18<>Pride & Prejudice* (*sort of)<>Direct from its triumph in the West End where it won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Comedy, Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of) is a unique and audacious retelling of Jane Austen's most iconic love story. Men, money and microphones will be fought over in this irreverent but affectionate adaptation where the stakes couldn't be higher when it comes to romance.
This "smart, laugh out loud funny" (Daily Telegraph) show features a string of pop classics including 'Young Hearts Run Free', 'Will You Love Me Tomorrow' and 'You're So Vain'.
Coming to Australia for the first time, five fearless women bring Austen's world of love, class and chaos to life with heart, humour and unstoppable energy in this modern take on one of the world's most adapted pieces of literature.<>Canberra Theatre Centre;-35.28135600151896<>149.13030108535008<>69f436946e866ef05a7e0f42<>Strong is the New Pretty<>Strong is the New Pretty is a movement brought to life on stage. It's the story of how Australia's women refused to wait their turn, rewriting the rules of the nation's favourite sport and sparking a revolution that transformed the AFL landscape forever.
The celebrated Australian playwright behind sell-out smash hit RBG: Of Many, One and international phenomenon Prima Facie, Suzie Miller turns her extraordinary talents to the formation of the AFLW in this world premiere.
In 2010, an official report into the state of Australian Rules Football recommended the creation of a national women's league. Seven years and a whole lot of grit, passion and fancy footwork later, the AFLW was born. This is the untold story of how the league went from a pipe dream to a sensation the sports world could no longer ignore.
With her gift for docudrama and trademark insight and warmth, Miller reunites with the director behind the original Prima Facie: Lee Lewis. Now fielding a brilliant lineup of eight players including Lucy Bell, Amy Ingram and Tara Morice, this dream team writes a love letter to a game and a community.<>Canberra Theatre Centre;-35.28135600151896<>149.13030108535008<>6a61aaf3411419bb04544ac9<>Cheek Live: State of the Nation with Hannah Ferguson<>Join Hannah Ferguson, Founder of Cheek Media, as she addresses the State of the Nation.
The year is 2026. You wake up to "Social Cohesion" in the news, but everything feels fractured.
Grievance politics has arrived illegally on a leaky boat from America; another orange leader is threatening to take control, supported by yet another sweaty billionaire. Democratic norms erode, lies and incompetence stand on the camel's back of free speech. Gas exports remain untaxed. A data centre appears opposite your favourite café. You now have to endure Dave Hughes weighing in on tax reform..<>Canberra Theatre Centre;-35.28135600151896<>149.13030108535008<>6a61ae3c411419bb04544ae0<>Play School Live Concert: Humpty’s Big Celebration!<>2026 marks a remarkable milestone: Play School, Australia's most beloved children's television program, turns 60. For generations, Play School has been part of the rhythm of childhood, bringing songs, stories and learning into family homes. And just like the show itself, 'play' is timeless.
This joyful live concert invites families to join Humpty as he prepares to put on a Big show. He's planned singing, dancing and even a little magic! But just as the curtain is about to rise, the wheels on the bus get stuck near Old MacDonald's farm! Can Humpty's friends come to the rescue in time to help him put on a fantastic show?
Featuring Australia's favourite presenters and cherished toys, Big Ted, Little Ted, Jemima, Kiya and Fergus, this 40-minute concert promises fun for little ones and the young at heart.<>Canberra Theatre Centre;-35.28135600151896<>149.13030108535008<>6a45fce59c22e9e331628d22<>Ben Lee and Georgia Maq<>Two of Australia's most distinctive and outspoken musical voices, Ben Lee and Georgia Maq, come together for the first time in a unique live experience: The Two Most Annoying People You Love Tour.
Friends, collaborators and creative co-conspirators, Ben and Georgia have spent years championing each other's work while forging their own remarkable paths through Australian music. Now, they're sharing the stage for a special two-hour performance that celebrates friendship, storytelling and the power of a great song.
Performing side by side for the entire show, the pair will trade lead vocals, harmonise, revisit fan favourites, uncover deep cuts, share unexpected covers and reinterpret each other's songs in ways audiences have never heard before.
The evening will also feature brand-new material from both artists' upcoming projects, giving audiences a rare opportunity to experience fresh songs in their earliest form. Warm, witty and completely unpredictable, this is a one-of-a-kind concert event from two of Australia's most beloved musical mavericks.<>Canberra Theatre Centre;-35.28135600151896<>149.13030108535008<>6a28e9dccf01ad10214dfd57<>Jessica Mauboy – The Story of Me<>Join Jessica Mauboy for a deeply personal and unforgettable evening in The Story of Me: A Musical Journey Through My Career.
Through music and candid storytelling, Jessica reflects on her extraordinary evolution from a young Darwin girl to one of Australia's most celebrated artists. For the first time, she opens up about the defining moments of her career, the highs, the setbacks, and the resilience it took to keep moving forward.
With multiple ARIA number one hits, gold and platinum releases, and acclaim as an award-winning actress across film and television, Jessica has become one of Australia's most celebrated entertainers.
Audiences will experience heartfelt ballads, reimagined classics, and powerhouse anthems as Jessica shares stories of leaving her long-time record label to reclaim creative control and launching her own music label and her beauty brand, Desert Rose.
This intimate performance offers a rare glimpse into Jessica Mauboy as an artist, entrepreneur, and proud Indigenous woman honest, powerful, and inspiring.<>Canberra Theatre Centre;-35.28135600151896<>149.13030108535008<>6a3dead4a3a03837584c1028<>Secret Screening with Beau Miles<>Beau Miles is taking his Secret Screenings on the road – bringing a collection of new, unreleased films to intimate venues across Australia and New Zealand in 2026. None of them are on YouTube yet. You'll see them first.
The idea is simple: three or four of Beau's films, shown somewhere between a first and final draft. None of them fully finished, but are entirely watchable. None of them named in advance. You won't know what you're watching until it starts – and each one has a story to tell beyond what's on screen.
In between films, Beau tells a bunch of stories about why the films are the way they are. Why he loves finding things. Why he needs to shower more. Why a man living on a small farmlet in regional Victoria keeps dragging himself into rivers and eating spotty bananas and filming it all. The stories may or may not have anything to do with the films being shown. That's part of the deal.<>Canberra Theatre Centre;-35.28135600151896<>149.13030108535008<>6a83ed0bb147c3417fda9884<>The Snow Fairy<>Calling all fairies! It's time to spread your wings and step into a world of pure enchantment. Join The Snow Fairy and her best friend Zuzu for a magical live stage adventure filled with bubbles, music, laughter and wonder around every corner.
Dress in your favourite fairy costume, bring your sparkling wings and magical wand, and become part of the show — because The Snow Fairy needs your help to create real magic before your very eyes! Wave your wand, make a wish, and watch as the impossible comes to life on stage.<>Canberra Theatre Centre;-35.28135600151896<>149.13030108535008<>69eaf4f55ba271eb3a99f6ab<>Auto-Tune<>A re:group performance collective production.
Described as an 'absolute must-see', this auto-tune rock opera is brought to you by re:group performance collective, the acclaimed team behind Coil, UFO and POV.
Set in Wagga Wagga in the early 2000s, Auto-Tune is a raucous work of "gig theatre" that follows Michael, a teenage Silverchair fan who discovers he has a strange superpower. The same way auto-tune technology perfects pitch, Michael finds he can time-travel, auto-tuning his life to rid it of dumb statements, awkward pauses and cringe jokes. But when this music-mad weirdo makes the biggest mistake of his life, will his auto-tune superpower save him?
Told through an audiovisual set of 17 banging songs and live video captions, this innovative and genre defying performance feels like discovering your new favourite band on the side-stage of a music festival.
In a pitch perfect world where algorithms seem to be the answer, Auto-Tuneis a fifty-five minute romp into a messy, sweaty universe that proves otherwise. It is a regret-filled love letter to millennial culture – Nokia 3315s, teen drinking, Limp Bizkit and questionable decision-making – featuring eclectic and energetic songwriting and a compelling narrative about the value of mistakes.<>Canberra Theatre Centre;-35.28135600151896<>149.13030108535008<>6a61a4e09ed8fe1e5aa83203<>Mikelangelo In The Belly of the Whale<>In the Belly of the Whale is a rollicking and revealing tale by acclaimed Croatian-Australian singer, songwriter and performer Michael Simic. This is a Jekyll and Hyde tale turned upside down, as Simic's own story as a new dad juggling home life with life on the road intertwines with the mythic ocean adventures of his charming alter ego, Mikelangelo. Shipwrecked and swallowed by a giant sperm whale, the two meet in its belly and must find a way to escape.
Combining songs, storytelling, comedy, and physical theatre, In the Belly of the Whale is vibrant, tender and incredibly entertaining. This deeply personal work shines a light on what it means to be a father, a son, a husband, and an artist.<>Canberra Theatre Centre;-35.28135600151896<>149.13030108535008<>6a61a68131123e057f1632a3<>ICHOR<>ICHOR is a visceral physical theatre work exploring identity, instinct, and the tension between authenticity and societal expectation.
Created by physical theatre company TOI, the work centres Ichor, a being existing in a state beyond happiness or sadness – a place of simple presence and peace. But when confronted by his first survival instinct, he is thrust into an unfamiliar world of emotion, sensation and self-awareness.
Drawing on research into masculine traits and their evolution throughout human history, TOI deconstructs the animalistic impulses that remain within us all. Through a powerful physical vocabulary, ICHOR examines the struggle of accepting one's true self while navigating the expectations, limitations, and identities imposed by society.<>Canberra Theatre Centre;-35.28135600151896<>149.13030108535008<>6a3debbd66335eb613a2704e<>Burn The Floor – Luminous<>A hit on Broadway and loved in the West End! Starring the world's finest international champion dancers, Burn The Floor showcases a melting pot of dance styles with infectious, rebellious energy and groundbreaking choreography. The incredible cast fearlessly challenge the boundaries of the ballroom artform, supported by live musicians and vocalists, stunning costumes and dynamic production. It is more than a dance show, it is a pure theatrical experience. This new production, Luminous, is directed and choreographed by Jason Gilkison.<>Canberra Theatre Centre;-35.28135600151896<>149.13030108535008<>6a3dec5d6739f9751ea0fd13<>Viva Elvis - Chris Connor<>Following a sold-out 2025 tour, internationally acclaimed Elvis tribute artist Chris Connor returns to Australia for his major 2026 tour Viva Elvis.
Widely regarded as one of the most authentic and electrifying Elvis performers in the world today, Chris Connor has captivated audiences across the globe with his unmatched energy, vocal precision, and striking resemblance to The King himself. From the raw power of the '68 Comeback Special to the iconic Vegas years, Connor delivers a performance that is both respectful and exhilarating, bringing Elvis Presley back to life on stage in a way few can.
This spectacular concert experience is elevated even further, backed by the world-famous Tributes In Concert Band, renowned for their world-class musicianship and international reputation as the ultimate Elvis backing band.<>Canberra Theatre Centre;-35.28135600151896<>149.13030108535008<>69f431387f1a1ce616e53723<>Kate Ceberano – Australian Made Tour<>Kate Ceberano returns for encore performances across the nation after last year's sell-out tour and hit live album. She leads audiences on a thrilling journey through Australian music, mixing her own platinum hits with reimagined Oz classics.
The epic setlist includes tracks from I'm Talking, The Divinyls, Temper Trap, LRB, Skyhooks, INXS, Richard Clapton, Jimmy Barnes, Sia, Icehouse, Renée Geyer, Paul Kelly and more.
Special guests include the prodigiously talented Kathleen Halloran and electrifying multi-instrumentalist Dusty Lee.<>Canberra Theatre Centre;-35.28083065223135<>149.13091242313385<>6762365278faae4e353fa961<>How Will They Know It’s Me | Zoe Brand<>For this exhibition, Zoe draws on homemade banners, sporting pennants, flags and quilts, considering both their forms and cultural and social contexts. These references inform a new series of Soft Text works, developed through quilting techniques and screen printed text. The large scale works are designed to be worn by multiple people, either as a single piece with multiple points of attachment or as separate pieces worn collectively.
Through these works, Zoe continues to explore the ambiguity and slippages of language, transforming everyday statements into physical, wearable objects. By subverting familiar forms and phrasing, How Will They Know It's Me asks how jewellery can communicate, and what happens to meaning when words move from casual conversation onto the body and into public space.<>Craft + Design Canberra;-35.28053200000001<>149.1309076<>6a2273d328ae9378743ca2b6<>Public Impressions: Sidney Nolan in Popular Media<>Before television dominated popular media from the early 1970s, colourful magazines were an ever-present fixture on the coffee tables and in canteens and waiting rooms across Australia. Their coverage was broad and diverse.
The arts were seen as an important regular feature of magazines such as The Australian Women's Weekly, targeting the housewife at home, the armchair traveller who read Walkabout, or the bloke who picked up Australasian Post or Pix during smoko. With a focus on the coverage of Sidney Nolan, this exhibition explores how magazines brought art and culture into the lives of their readers, drawing out the eclectic strategies that were used to present contemporary art to a wide audience.
As an expatriate living in London, coverage in Australian magazines kept Nolan in front of a home audience, while international coverage cemented a global reputation and a sense of an Australian national identity.
Curated by Dr Kate Warren, Senior Lecturer, Art History & Curatorship, ANU and 2022 Research Fellow at the National Library of Australia.<>Canberra Museum and Gallery;-35.28053200000001<>149.1309076<>69c4af9b14e0116b78b25ce4<>Hop In! - An immersive world of play featuring Beci Orpin's Bunny Dearest<>Step into a playful, hands-on exhibition designed for children aged 3–12 and their families at Canberra Museum + Gallery.
Hop In! turns the familiar family home inside out. Rooms shift in scale and perspective, inviting children to move, build and imagine in surprising new ways.
Stretch out beneath a sky of clouds and gaze up into the grass. Crawl under oversized furniture to create your own secret world. Splash, tumble and explore a pool made for play, or wander through reimagined kitchens, backyards and bedrooms where creativity takes over.
At the heart of the exhibition is Bunny Dearest by artist Beci Orpin — a gentle, guiding companion woven throughout these imaginative environments.
Designed for active play and open-ended discovery, Hop In! sparks curiosity, builds confidence and creates opportunities for families to connect through shared play.<>Canberra Museum and Gallery;-35.28053200000001<>149.1309076<>6a2f956ada66c7d37b7cbb0e<>RELICS: A New World Rises<>RELICS: A New World Rises is an immersive exhibition where vintage objects become homes for intricate miniature worlds built from LEGO® bricks.
A refrigerator becomes a cryogenic wellness resort. A Volkswagen Beetle powers an underground energy revolution. A grandfather clock becomes a time machine. Across more than 15 large-scale installations, tiny civilisations have adapted to the objects left behind by humanity, each one filled with hidden details, layered narratives and unexpected humour.
Created by LEGO® Masters winners Jackson Harvey and Alex Towler, RELICS combines sculpture, design, storytelling and nostalgia into an experience unlike a traditional museum exhibition or typical LEGO® display. The deeper you look, the more you discover.
Set in an imagined future where humans have abandoned Earth, the exhibition playfully explores creativity, consumer culture, sustainability and the objects left behind.
Loved by all, from ages 0–99, RELICS invites visitors to slow down, look closer, and rediscover the joy of curiosity and imagination.
LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group, which does not sponsor, authorise or endorse this exhibition.<>Canberra Museum and Gallery;-35.2845667<>149.128416<>6a83f8eeae577cbd3414b397<>Build & Bloom | A Grazing Box Workshop at Floriade<>Join Groovy Grazing Canberra at Floriade for Build & Bloom | A Grazing Box Workshop.
Come for the flowers, stay for the cheese.
Get hands-on with the Chief Groover herself as you learn how to build and style your very own luxury grazing box, right in the heart of Floriade.
Your ticket includes a complete luxury grazing box filled with delicious produce, built and styled by you. Step-by-step guidance and styling tips throughout the workshop, a printed guide to help you create your masterpiece, a take-home cheat sheet to recreate it at home, plus a little thank-you gift.
Think spring sunshine, beautiful blooms, delicious food, relaxed vibes, and a picnic-ready feast.
No experience needed. You'll leave Groovy Grazing certified with a grazing box you'll be proud to show off — and they can't wait to see your snaps.<>Groovygrazing00@gmail.com;-35.2801846<>149.1310324<>662d4e5050a458f227f30193<>Canberra Art Biennial<>Canberra Art Biennial is a biennial contemporary public art festival that engages the stories and aesthetics of Canberra's designed landscape through site-specific artworks and events. The festival champions diverse and accessible approaches to public art, presenting commissioned artworks by leading Australian and international artists as well as promising emerging artists, many of whom are creating public art or working with new media, scales and sites for the first time.
Founded by Dr Neil Hobbs, the festival was born from Neil's research into how temporary public art interventions transform space. Now, the festival invites artists to bring their ideas into dialogue with the capital's designed landscape, presenting free contemporary art in the places we gather day-to-day.
The 6th edition of the Canberra Art Biennial features newly commissioned artworks, along with exhibitions and re-stagings of preexisting artworks, from over 50 Australian and international artists and curators. Explore the program over 7 weeks, across 20 festival sites.
Canberra Art Biennial acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which their festival operates, the Ngunnawal and Ngambri people. They pay their respects to their elders past, present and emerging.<>CANBERRA ART BIENNIAL;-35.2801846<>149.1310324<>6a95549195b90e5920aa32d1<>The Whole Cake<>Watch lemon cut through the sugar as Vivienne Rogis dances her way through the light and fluffy, heavy wholesome, passion‑infused crumble of her life.
'The Whole Cake' is a dance‑theatre performance inspired by the beautiful, messy complexity of modern life. At its centre sits a deceptively simple question: What does it look like, as a woman living in today's world, to have your cake and eat it too?
Through movement, storytelling and a generous dose of humour, Viv explores the shifting layers of identity, responsibility and desire that shape women's lives today. The work invites audiences to consider the flavours that make up a life — the sweet moments, the sharp ones, the heavy ones, and the nourishing ones that sustain you.
Audiences will be served six distinct slices of cake, each one drawn from a different "cake of life" representing a facet of this woman's lived experience.
Warm, imaginative and deeply relatable, 'The Whole Cake' is an invitation to savour the layers of a life lived fully — crumbs, icing and all.<>Emma Dykes Freelance Marketing & Media;-35.27945749999999<>149.1295792<>65a470d1f92bf567557d8d96<>Luna Saturdays<>Step into Luna, Canberra's hidden gem, where Saturday nights are an exquisite blend of clandestine charm and contemporary allure. In the spirit of their heritage location, you are invited to experience an evening where intrigue and luxury intertwine.
Be captivated by the grace and allure of Luna's ambiance while their DJs create the rhythm of the night.
Bookings online. If you are unable to make a booking, walk-ins are always welcome.<>Luna Bar;-35.27948109999999<>149.1297822<>65c1aa06501d1b1c410d82d6<>Trivia at Mooseheads<>Get ready to put your knowledge to the test at Mooseheads Trivia, a beloved Thursday night tradition hosted by the one and only Larry from Fame Trivia!
Gather your friends and secure your spot by making a reservation in advance. Don't miss out on the excitement!
Trivia kicks off promptly, so be sure to arrive early, grab your favourite seat, and get ready to engage in a battle of wits. Larry's entertaining hosting style will keep you engaged while you strategise your way to victory.
Join this thrilling night of trivia, where fun and friendly competition collide. Challenge your knowledge, win awesome prizes, and make unforgettable memories at Mooseheads' Trivia.<>Mooseheads Bar and Nightclub;-35.279415<>149.129767<>6a82b5af7620e6e449c4ad89<>Pirate Party<>Mooseheads is bringing back its popular Pirate Night, transforming the venue into the Pirate Port of Mooseheads for a night of themed entertainment, costumes and celebrations.
Guests can expect a roaming Captain Jack Sparrow character throughout the venue, providing photo opportunities, entertainment and plenty of pirate-inspired antics.
The event will also feature themed cocktails, special discounted entry for guests dressed in full pirate costume, and a range of surprises and entertainment throughout the night.
Gather your crew, dress in your best pirate attire and head to Mooseheads for a lively night inspired by the high seas.
Event highlights include:
Discounted entry for guests in full pirate costume
Pirate-themed cocktails
Roaming Captain Jack Sparrow character and photo opportunities
Themed entertainment and surprises throughout the venue<>Mooseheads Bar and Nightclub;-35.279415<>149.129767<>6834f94167a17b7a3637d0f2<>Matinee: Over 30's Clubbing Experience<>Matinee: Get Loose, At Moose, Go Snooze — Over-30s Clubbing Experience
Back by overwhelming demand, Matinee is showing no signs of slowing down. Following multiple sold-out events, Canberra's favourite over-30s day club party returns for another round of nostalgia-fuelled fun.
Guests can expect a throwback celebration of the 90s, 00s, and 10s with:
DJs who lived through the golden era of Canberra clubbing
Themed cocktails inspired by iconic venues of the past
The legendary Mooseheads atmosphere—just with an earlier bedtime
If you thought your party days were behind you, think again. Matinee proves you can still dance all night... and be home by ten.
This event will sell out again—don't miss out. Tickets are on sale now!
Go Moose. Get Loose. Go Snooze.
Note: While this is an over-30s event, guests aged 25+ are welcome.<>Mooseheads Bar and Nightclub;-35.2793476<>149.1285612<>6a90cb3aa50b08456d287b2e<>Hendrick's Gin Cocktail Masterclass<>Highball is celebrating Floriade About Town in Canberra this spring with a special Hendrick's Gin Cocktail Masterclass, hosted by Hendrick's Gin ambassador Wee James Macrae.
After a welcome drink, you'll watch three cocktails come together using Hendrick's Flora Adora - a Martinez, an Eastside and a Caribbean Cooler - and drink each one as it's made.
Guests also receive a 700ml bottle of Hendrick's Gin to take home.
Whether it's a date night, a girls' night, or an excuse to get the group together, it will be a night not to miss!<>Lala Hospitality;-35.279294<>149.128635<>64acca15719781456f27579a<>Bottomless Pasta<>Mangia mangia! Did someone say bottomless pasta? Pull up a seat to Nonna's table every Tuesday and enjoy their dish of the day until you simply can't eat anymore.
Book your table at Bottomless Pasta in advance so you don't miss out.<>Lala Hospitality;-35.2792879<>149.1276789<>6a9e223f8f3eab1d32bd201e<>Circus Anywhere: Free Circus Workshop!<>Circus Anywhere presents a free circus workshop!
Come down to Hobart Place and learn to juggle, balance, and more with the capable trainers of Warehouse Circus.
Entry is absolutely free to everyone and is suitable to all ages and abilities.
Warehouse Circus trainers have experience working with people with body differences, disabilities, and some complex disabilities.
These workshops are aimed to get everyone learning fun activtieis, from wherever their starting point.
So you are most welcome to come and learn something new!
Presented by Capital Performing Arts Warehouse, with thanks to a grant from City Renewal Authority.<>WAREHOUSE CIRCUS INC;-35.2792321<>149.1303658<>6aa2652278a53ba65e7534c6<>bodies of divine infinite and eternal spirit [VIC] / umki / Beanie’s Quotidienne Opera<>Absorb, SONIC BUSINESS LTD and Trust FM present bodies of divine infinite and eternal spirit, who bring new arrangements and collaborations to their 46-minute song 'disaster 1'.
In search of new disasters, the group returns to Ngunnawal and Ngambri Country after years of absence. Housed by inspired local practitioners, the group pushes to new improvisational articulations of their 3 year trial of the long song.
On Saturday October 3, the bodies ensemble perform at Shadows Nightclub, with a blown-out, synthesiser-heavy performance. The evening will open with a live performance from umki and a presentation of Beanie's Quotidienne Opera, the new 50 minute techno opera from Genie Stuart.<>Sonic Business Ltd;-35.2788758<>149.1296884<>6972e04848987eee34d8837e<>Drag Bingo at Verity Lane Market<>Get ready for a night of glitter, giggles and gloriously unhinged fun at Verity Lane Market Drag Bingo
Taking over the Louie Louie stage on the first Wednesday of every month, Drag Bingo is your midweek excuse to let loose, laugh loud and lean into the fabulous. Hosted by our larger-than-life drag performers, the night delivers five high-energy games of bingo, outrageous banter, crowd interaction, and plenty of moments you'll be talking about long after the last ball drops.
Make a night of it by arriving early and grabbing dinner from the Market Hall. With a wide range of food options just steps away, you can fuel up before the fun begins.
Once the clock hits 6:30pm, the chaos kicks off on the Louie Louie stage. Expect bold performances, quick wit, and an atmosphere that's fun, inclusive and unapologetically fabulous.
Whether you're coming with friends, colleagues, a date, or flying solo, Drag Bingo at Verity Lane Market promises an unforgettable night filled with laughter, colour and community.
Sparkle up your Wednesday — Drag Bingo awaits.<>Verity Lane Market;-35.2786597<>149.1284066<>6711e937cdf9d9403247f105<>Molly Pro Jazz Jam<>They've pulled together the best of the best for a late-night Chicago-style pro jazz jam series that is going to knock your music-loving socks off. Con Campbell's band will take the stage each week and curate a level of improv jazz never before seen in Canberra. Professional instrumentalists, vocalists, supporters, and bar guests are all welcome.
Come along for a roaring good time and all that jazz every Wednesday evening.
Free entry. Bookings recommended, walk-ins welcome.<>Lala Hospitality;-35.2786597<>149.1284066<>68ca6152eaca8ea73cc526f1<>Straight, No Chaser<>Every Friday night, Molly turns the lights down and lets the band take over at Straight, No Chaser. Expect a soundtrack of high-energy jazz including hard bop, soul-jazz, latin jazz, gritty fusion, and even some cheeky jazzed up pop covers to keep the room buzzing while the drinks are flowing.
With free entry, world-class cocktails, and cheese and charcuterie platters to fuel the night, Straight, No Chaser is all about smoky vibes, strong drinks, and a little late-night debauchery.<>Lala Hospitality;-35.2785319<>149.1287092<>6a8fcdeba6bc4b2f66449376<>Al Munro: After Barcelona<>Al Munro presents expanded paintings that respond to her recent residency at Casa RARO, Barcelona. Munro's work investigates the interaction of colour, pattern and space in painting. The physical structures of her works are folded and curved, seeking to disturb and activate the typically flat surface of painting.<>CIVIC ART BUREAU;-35.2785319<>149.1287092<>6a9a07ee73d563bc3a7d3294<>Spring Byways<>One Thursday every month the small bar upstairs at Smith's Alternative becomes a cosy jazz hang. Audience members and musicians alike share conversation, vintage vinyl spins on the turntable and, of course, there is live music. The Byways residency began in early 2026, featuring Ben Marston, Nick McBride and Chris Pound with help from their monthly guests.
The name Byways comes from the musicians' desire to explore lesser-known music from the jazz canon but in a way that is inclusive and welcomes the audience to share the exploration. Those who come along agree that they are joining the discovery to find that musicians and the audience alike are an important part of the music.
The evenings start with Ben and Nick playing this month's vinyl selection on the turntable, happily talking to anyone who wants to chat about these recordings. Once Ben and Nick have been convinced away from the turntable the trio plays the first set, exploring works ranging from Miles Davis, Don Cherry, Ornette Coleman to originals. After more vinyl in the break, Set Two showcases that month's guest.
Thursday evenings never looked so good.<>BENJAMIN MARSTON;-35.2785319<>149.1287092<>6a869184d6656f7841b0bedc<>Listening Across Worlds: From Music Films to Ritual Cinema<>Experience the work of French filmmaker and sound explorer Vincent Moon in this special IMMERSIA 2026 screening.
Introduced by Alice Taylor from the National Film and Sound Archive, the evening traces Moon's journey from intimate music filmmaking to his later explorations of ritual, sacred sound and experimental ethnography.
Featuring films made in Hong Kong, Singapore, Indonesia and Vietnam, the program moves from contemporary musicians and urban soundscapes into trance, spirit mediumship and collective devotion.
The screening also includes an extract from Moon's TEDGlobal presentation, allowing audiences to hear the filmmaker reflect on his own approach to music, cinema, travel and what he calls "cine-trance".
A unique two-hour journey through sound, place, movement and culture, presented as part of IMMERSIA 2026.<>Clandestino Events;-35.2785208<>149.1285147<>655d81380806cd9269447722<>Old Timey Wednesday<>The open jam where you can party like it's 1899.
Luminaries from the local old timey/folk/acoustic scene will gather at Smith’s to lead an open session of Americana/old timey music.<>Smith's Alternative;-35.2785208<>149.1285147<>64c779a937b7928f077ce7a1<>Smith's Poetry Thing<>Each Monday evening Smith's serves up a feast of words!
Two feature poets present readings from their latest publications and most evenings include an open mic section that's inclusive and fun - open to all and you can sign up on the night.
Big Open Mic nights once a month are free, otherwise there's usually an entry fee (sometimes readings are free too) - check out the website for what's on this week!<>Smith's Alternative;-35.2785208<>149.1285147<>68f84808159474753eaf1af7<>Lunchulele<>Every Monday lunchtime, ukulele players mysteriously appear at Smith's Alternative.
Some wear lanyards, some work boots, and some the faint smugness of retirement. They come on foot, by scooter, via the accessibility ramp, or with their carer.
Some are beginners and some used to be, because it's amazing what an hour or so a week can do.
Specialising in coffee-fueled fractured harmonies, avocado-toast powered asynchronous rhythms, songs from every decade and (almost) every genre, Lunchulele welcomes everyone!<>Smith's Alternative;-35.2785208<>149.1285147<>6909517b608cf33f796d0362<>Canberra Eurosessions<>Join the Canberra Eurosession, a musical gathering like no other!
As the first session in Canberra to play folk music from across Europe, the session covers a wide variety of traditions, including French, Breton, Scandi, Balkan, Maltese, Greek, Ukrainian, and Klezmer. All instruments, experience levels and playing styles welcome. Get in touch with Smiths to request the sheet music.<>Smith's Alternative;-35.2785208<>149.1285147<>655d7e75ab1023a765c93c35<>Smith's Jazz Jam<>Join us at Smith's, upstairs or down, every Tuesday night for a jazz jam lead by a variety of luminaries from the local scene.
Instrumentalists and singers, experts and talented amateurs, all are welcome to join us on Tuesday nights for an open jam. Each week selected luminaries from the local scene will get the jam going. if you'd like to run a jam, please email Smith's at smithsalternative@gmail.com.
Backline provided: Drums, piano, guitar and bass amp, double bass, vocal mics.
Entry is free (a pot will be passed around to help cover costs), but this is no boozy gabfest. Please come prepared to listen and enjoy and keep conversation sotto voce.<>Smith's Alternative;-35.27847430000001<>149.1280848<>6711d38db784828c42e3d58f<>PJs Monday Night Trivia<>Join the team at PJs in the City for Monday Night Trivia, where fun meets friendly competition! Gather your friends and test your knowledge across a variety of topics, from pop culture to history with 'pen & paper' trivia.
Hosted by Josh from The Ned & Josh Podcast, you will compete for exciting prizes and bragging rights. Whether you're a trivia master or just looking for a good time, this is the perfect way to kick off your week.
Enjoy delicious food and drinks while you challenge your brain and bond with fellow trivia enthusiasts.<>PJS IN THE CITY;-35.27847430000001<>149.1280848<>6a0583ed55333b176a1cb4f1<>PJs Live Music in the City<>Life's better with a soundtrack, and PJs kicks off every Friday and Saturday night. A rotating cast of solos, duos and the special guest serving up classics, pop, rock, folk, R&B, reggae, hip hop, soul, country and acoustic — basically whatever pairs best with a cold one. No two weekends sound the same, so don't get too comfy with a favourite.
Check out the website to see who's on this weekend, then come down and let PJs do the rest.
PJs in the City — where everyone's a Local.<>PJS IN THE CITY;-35.27847430000001<>149.1280848<>6aa0bad4d8b495c95199c350<>NRL Grand Final at PJs<>PJs don't usually open on Sundays — the NRL Grand Final is the exception. PJs in the City is throwing the doors open for the biggest game of the year, with the match live on the big screens, cold taps running and the full menu going until late!
Book your table now for the best seats in the house.
Whether you've backed your side since March or you're picking one at kick-off, you'll find a seat and someone to argue with. Just good food, better beer, and Canberra's unofficial Local doing what it does best.<>PJS IN THE CITY;-35.2783687<>149.1290531<>6a5a1ac565500a613d30467c<>ChiChiz Trivia<>ChiChiz lights up every Wednesday with their signature trivia night - a free, fast‑paced, queer‑friendly midweek ritual where the cocktails are cold, the questions are cheeky, and the competition is delightfully unhinged.
Expect pop culture chaos, drag‑level drama, bonus rounds that keep you guessing, and prizes that make showing up absolutely worth it.
Whether you're a die‑hard trivia nerd or just here for the vibes, Wednesday at ChiChiz is where Canberra comes to play.<>Ollantra PTY LTD;-35.2814305<>149.130013<>69cdc5220d70980379ef4267<>Hits of the '60s and '70s by The 60 Four<>Back to Canberra by popular demand: The 60 Four are turning back the clock with a brand new show that feels straight out of Las Vegas. 'Australia's best tribute act' brings the biggest hits of the 60s and 70s to life in a spectacular production packed with soaring harmonies, slick choreography, and unstoppable energy. From the rock 'n' roll swagger of Elvis Presley to the silky harmonies of The Beach Boys and the anthems of The Beatles, The 60 Four capture the magic of the era with style.<>BEN FRANCIS ENTERTAINMENT PTY LTD;-35.28135600151896<>149.13030108535008<>6a3dea1566335eb613a27022<>A Taste of Ireland – the Irish Music & Dance Sensation<>Direct from Off-Broadway and London's West End, A Taste of Ireland comes to Canberra.
The internationally acclaimed A Taste of Ireland Company returns to Australia in 2026 with its flagship production, A Taste of Ireland: The Irish Music & Dance Sensation. Laugh, cry, and jig into the night with a production that is Celtic, for this generation.
Performed by former World Irish dance champions and featuring dancers from Lord of the Dance and the recent West End cast of Éireann, A Taste of Ireland brings the spirit and energy of modern Ireland to life with a generous helping of Irish wit. Watch world-class performers blend melodic folk mash-ups, jaw-dropping acapella tap battles, and heartfelt storytelling in a live celebration of Irish music and dance, featuring live tap, live musicians, and live vocals throughout.<>Canberra Theatre Centre;-35.28135600151896<>149.13030108535008<>699291391f0863f5640420cb<>The Gospel According to Paul<>A soufflé might not rise twice, but this hit comedy will!
The sermon on the mount returns to stages for a victory lap as Jonathan Biggins – co-creator and star of The Wharf Revue and one of Australia's favourite comic actors – transforms into the visionary, reformer and rabble-rouser, Paul Keating.
Exploring the former PM's landmark political achievements and personal obsessions, The Gospel According to Paul takes the light on the hill and shines it on a man who grew up in the Labor Party at the knee of Jack Lang, approached economics as an art form, and demanded you confront the wrongs of your past. This production captures Keating's eviscerating Question Time wit and wraps it up in a Zegna suit.
With fresh takes on Keating's recent media moments and zeitgeist zingers, no scumbag is safe in this show, not even their humble narrator.<>Canberra Theatre Centre;-35.28135600151896<>149.13030108535008<>698abed1a9306ee62c23df18<>Pride & Prejudice* (*sort of)<>Direct from its triumph in the West End where it won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Comedy, Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of) is a unique and audacious retelling of Jane Austen's most iconic love story. Men, money and microphones will be fought over in this irreverent but affectionate adaptation where the stakes couldn't be higher when it comes to romance.
This "smart, laugh out loud funny" (Daily Telegraph) show features a string of pop classics including 'Young Hearts Run Free', 'Will You Love Me Tomorrow' and 'You're So Vain'.
Coming to Australia for the first time, five fearless women bring Austen's world of love, class and chaos to life with heart, humour and unstoppable energy in this modern take on one of the world's most adapted pieces of literature.<>Canberra Theatre Centre;-35.28135600151896<>149.13030108535008<>69f436946e866ef05a7e0f42<>Strong is the New Pretty<>Strong is the New Pretty is a movement brought to life on stage. It's the story of how Australia's women refused to wait their turn, rewriting the rules of the nation's favourite sport and sparking a revolution that transformed the AFL landscape forever.
The celebrated Australian playwright behind sell-out smash hit RBG: Of Many, One and international phenomenon Prima Facie, Suzie Miller turns her extraordinary talents to the formation of the AFLW in this world premiere.
In 2010, an official report into the state of Australian Rules Football recommended the creation of a national women's league. Seven years and a whole lot of grit, passion and fancy footwork later, the AFLW was born. This is the untold story of how the league went from a pipe dream to a sensation the sports world could no longer ignore.
With her gift for docudrama and trademark insight and warmth, Miller reunites with the director behind the original Prima Facie: Lee Lewis. Now fielding a brilliant lineup of eight players including Lucy Bell, Amy Ingram and Tara Morice, this dream team writes a love letter to a game and a community.<>Canberra Theatre Centre;-35.28135600151896<>149.13030108535008<>6a61aaf3411419bb04544ac9<>Cheek Live: State of the Nation with Hannah Ferguson<>Join Hannah Ferguson, Founder of Cheek Media, as she addresses the State of the Nation.
The year is 2026. You wake up to "Social Cohesion" in the news, but everything feels fractured.
Grievance politics has arrived illegally on a leaky boat from America; another orange leader is threatening to take control, supported by yet another sweaty billionaire. Democratic norms erode, lies and incompetence stand on the camel's back of free speech. Gas exports remain untaxed. A data centre appears opposite your favourite café. You now have to endure Dave Hughes weighing in on tax reform..<>Canberra Theatre Centre;-35.28135600151896<>149.13030108535008<>6a61ae3c411419bb04544ae0<>Play School Live Concert: Humpty’s Big Celebration!<>2026 marks a remarkable milestone: Play School, Australia's most beloved children's television program, turns 60. For generations, Play School has been part of the rhythm of childhood, bringing songs, stories and learning into family homes. And just like the show itself, 'play' is timeless.
This joyful live concert invites families to join Humpty as he prepares to put on a Big show. He's planned singing, dancing and even a little magic! But just as the curtain is about to rise, the wheels on the bus get stuck near Old MacDonald's farm! Can Humpty's friends come to the rescue in time to help him put on a fantastic show?
Featuring Australia's favourite presenters and cherished toys, Big Ted, Little Ted, Jemima, Kiya and Fergus, this 40-minute concert promises fun for little ones and the young at heart.<>Canberra Theatre Centre;-35.28135600151896<>149.13030108535008<>6a45fce59c22e9e331628d22<>Ben Lee and Georgia Maq<>Two of Australia's most distinctive and outspoken musical voices, Ben Lee and Georgia Maq, come together for the first time in a unique live experience: The Two Most Annoying People You Love Tour.
Friends, collaborators and creative co-conspirators, Ben and Georgia have spent years championing each other's work while forging their own remarkable paths through Australian music. Now, they're sharing the stage for a special two-hour performance that celebrates friendship, storytelling and the power of a great song.
Performing side by side for the entire show, the pair will trade lead vocals, harmonise, revisit fan favourites, uncover deep cuts, share unexpected covers and reinterpret each other's songs in ways audiences have never heard before.
The evening will also feature brand-new material from both artists' upcoming projects, giving audiences a rare opportunity to experience fresh songs in their earliest form. Warm, witty and completely unpredictable, this is a one-of-a-kind concert event from two of Australia's most beloved musical mavericks.<>Canberra Theatre Centre;-35.28135600151896<>149.13030108535008<>6a28e9dccf01ad10214dfd57<>Jessica Mauboy – The Story of Me<>Join Jessica Mauboy for a deeply personal and unforgettable evening in The Story of Me: A Musical Journey Through My Career.
Through music and candid storytelling, Jessica reflects on her extraordinary evolution from a young Darwin girl to one of Australia's most celebrated artists. For the first time, she opens up about the defining moments of her career, the highs, the setbacks, and the resilience it took to keep moving forward.
With multiple ARIA number one hits, gold and platinum releases, and acclaim as an award-winning actress across film and television, Jessica has become one of Australia's most celebrated entertainers.
Audiences will experience heartfelt ballads, reimagined classics, and powerhouse anthems as Jessica shares stories of leaving her long-time record label to reclaim creative control and launching her own music label and her beauty brand, Desert Rose.
This intimate performance offers a rare glimpse into Jessica Mauboy as an artist, entrepreneur, and proud Indigenous woman honest, powerful, and inspiring.<>Canberra Theatre Centre;-35.28135600151896<>149.13030108535008<>6a3dead4a3a03837584c1028<>Secret Screening with Beau Miles<>Beau Miles is taking his Secret Screenings on the road – bringing a collection of new, unreleased films to intimate venues across Australia and New Zealand in 2026. None of them are on YouTube yet. You'll see them first.
The idea is simple: three or four of Beau's films, shown somewhere between a first and final draft. None of them fully finished, but are entirely watchable. None of them named in advance. You won't know what you're watching until it starts – and each one has a story to tell beyond what's on screen.
In between films, Beau tells a bunch of stories about why the films are the way they are. Why he loves finding things. Why he needs to shower more. Why a man living on a small farmlet in regional Victoria keeps dragging himself into rivers and eating spotty bananas and filming it all. The stories may or may not have anything to do with the films being shown. That's part of the deal.<>Canberra Theatre Centre;-35.28135600151896<>149.13030108535008<>6a83ed0bb147c3417fda9884<>The Snow Fairy<>Calling all fairies! It's time to spread your wings and step into a world of pure enchantment. Join The Snow Fairy and her best friend Zuzu for a magical live stage adventure filled with bubbles, music, laughter and wonder around every corner.
Dress in your favourite fairy costume, bring your sparkling wings and magical wand, and become part of the show — because The Snow Fairy needs your help to create real magic before your very eyes! Wave your wand, make a wish, and watch as the impossible comes to life on stage.<>Canberra Theatre Centre;-35.28135600151896<>149.13030108535008<>69eaf4f55ba271eb3a99f6ab<>Auto-Tune<>A re:group performance collective production.
Described as an 'absolute must-see', this auto-tune rock opera is brought to you by re:group performance collective, the acclaimed team behind Coil, UFO and POV.
Set in Wagga Wagga in the early 2000s, Auto-Tune is a raucous work of "gig theatre" that follows Michael, a teenage Silverchair fan who discovers he has a strange superpower. The same way auto-tune technology perfects pitch, Michael finds he can time-travel, auto-tuning his life to rid it of dumb statements, awkward pauses and cringe jokes. But when this music-mad weirdo makes the biggest mistake of his life, will his auto-tune superpower save him?
Told through an audiovisual set of 17 banging songs and live video captions, this innovative and genre defying performance feels like discovering your new favourite band on the side-stage of a music festival.
In a pitch perfect world where algorithms seem to be the answer, Auto-Tuneis a fifty-five minute romp into a messy, sweaty universe that proves otherwise. It is a regret-filled love letter to millennial culture – Nokia 3315s, teen drinking, Limp Bizkit and questionable decision-making – featuring eclectic and energetic songwriting and a compelling narrative about the value of mistakes.<>Canberra Theatre Centre;-35.28135600151896<>149.13030108535008<>6a61a4e09ed8fe1e5aa83203<>Mikelangelo In The Belly of the Whale<>In the Belly of the Whale is a rollicking and revealing tale by acclaimed Croatian-Australian singer, songwriter and performer Michael Simic. This is a Jekyll and Hyde tale turned upside down, as Simic's own story as a new dad juggling home life with life on the road intertwines with the mythic ocean adventures of his charming alter ego, Mikelangelo. Shipwrecked and swallowed by a giant sperm whale, the two meet in its belly and must find a way to escape.
Combining songs, storytelling, comedy, and physical theatre, In the Belly of the Whale is vibrant, tender and incredibly entertaining. This deeply personal work shines a light on what it means to be a father, a son, a husband, and an artist.<>Canberra Theatre Centre;-35.28135600151896<>149.13030108535008<>6a61a68131123e057f1632a3<>ICHOR<>ICHOR is a visceral physical theatre work exploring identity, instinct, and the tension between authenticity and societal expectation.
Created by physical theatre company TOI, the work centres Ichor, a being existing in a state beyond happiness or sadness – a place of simple presence and peace. But when confronted by his first survival instinct, he is thrust into an unfamiliar world of emotion, sensation and self-awareness.
Drawing on research into masculine traits and their evolution throughout human history, TOI deconstructs the animalistic impulses that remain within us all. Through a powerful physical vocabulary, ICHOR examines the struggle of accepting one's true self while navigating the expectations, limitations, and identities imposed by society.<>Canberra Theatre Centre;-35.28135600151896<>149.13030108535008<>6a3debbd66335eb613a2704e<>Burn The Floor – Luminous<>A hit on Broadway and loved in the West End! Starring the world's finest international champion dancers, Burn The Floor showcases a melting pot of dance styles with infectious, rebellious energy and groundbreaking choreography. The incredible cast fearlessly challenge the boundaries of the ballroom artform, supported by live musicians and vocalists, stunning costumes and dynamic production. It is more than a dance show, it is a pure theatrical experience. This new production, Luminous, is directed and choreographed by Jason Gilkison.<>Canberra Theatre Centre;-35.28135600151896<>149.13030108535008<>6a3dec5d6739f9751ea0fd13<>Viva Elvis - Chris Connor<>Following a sold-out 2025 tour, internationally acclaimed Elvis tribute artist Chris Connor returns to Australia for his major 2026 tour Viva Elvis.
Widely regarded as one of the most authentic and electrifying Elvis performers in the world today, Chris Connor has captivated audiences across the globe with his unmatched energy, vocal precision, and striking resemblance to The King himself. From the raw power of the '68 Comeback Special to the iconic Vegas years, Connor delivers a performance that is both respectful and exhilarating, bringing Elvis Presley back to life on stage in a way few can.
This spectacular concert experience is elevated even further, backed by the world-famous Tributes In Concert Band, renowned for their world-class musicianship and international reputation as the ultimate Elvis backing band.<>Canberra Theatre Centre;-35.28135600151896<>149.13030108535008<>69f431387f1a1ce616e53723<>Kate Ceberano – Australian Made Tour<>Kate Ceberano returns for encore performances across the nation after last year's sell-out tour and hit live album. She leads audiences on a thrilling journey through Australian music, mixing her own platinum hits with reimagined Oz classics.
The epic setlist includes tracks from I'm Talking, The Divinyls, Temper Trap, LRB, Skyhooks, INXS, Richard Clapton, Jimmy Barnes, Sia, Icehouse, Renée Geyer, Paul Kelly and more.
Special guests include the prodigiously talented Kathleen Halloran and electrifying multi-instrumentalist Dusty Lee.<>Canberra Theatre Centre;-35.28083065223135<>149.13091242313385<>6762365278faae4e353fa961<>How Will They Know It’s Me | Zoe Brand<>For this exhibition, Zoe draws on homemade banners, sporting pennants, flags and quilts, considering both their forms and cultural and social contexts. These references inform a new series of Soft Text works, developed through quilting techniques and screen printed text. The large scale works are designed to be worn by multiple people, either as a single piece with multiple points of attachment or as separate pieces worn collectively.
Through these works, Zoe continues to explore the ambiguity and slippages of language, transforming everyday statements into physical, wearable objects. By subverting familiar forms and phrasing, How Will They Know It's Me asks how jewellery can communicate, and what happens to meaning when words move from casual conversation onto the body and into public space.<>Craft + Design Canberra;-35.28053200000001<>149.1309076<>6a2273d328ae9378743ca2b6<>Public Impressions: Sidney Nolan in Popular Media<>Before television dominated popular media from the early 1970s, colourful magazines were an ever-present fixture on the coffee tables and in canteens and waiting rooms across Australia. Their coverage was broad and diverse.
The arts were seen as an important regular feature of magazines such as The Australian Women's Weekly, targeting the housewife at home, the armchair traveller who read Walkabout, or the bloke who picked up Australasian Post or Pix during smoko. With a focus on the coverage of Sidney Nolan, this exhibition explores how magazines brought art and culture into the lives of their readers, drawing out the eclectic strategies that were used to present contemporary art to a wide audience.
As an expatriate living in London, coverage in Australian magazines kept Nolan in front of a home audience, while international coverage cemented a global reputation and a sense of an Australian national identity.
Curated by Dr Kate Warren, Senior Lecturer, Art History & Curatorship, ANU and 2022 Research Fellow at the National Library of Australia.<>Canberra Museum and Gallery;-35.28053200000001<>149.1309076<>69c4af9b14e0116b78b25ce4<>Hop In! - An immersive world of play featuring Beci Orpin's Bunny Dearest<>Step into a playful, hands-on exhibition designed for children aged 3–12 and their families at Canberra Museum + Gallery.
Hop In! turns the familiar family home inside out. Rooms shift in scale and perspective, inviting children to move, build and imagine in surprising new ways.
Stretch out beneath a sky of clouds and gaze up into the grass. Crawl under oversized furniture to create your own secret world. Splash, tumble and explore a pool made for play, or wander through reimagined kitchens, backyards and bedrooms where creativity takes over.
At the heart of the exhibition is Bunny Dearest by artist Beci Orpin — a gentle, guiding companion woven throughout these imaginative environments.
Designed for active play and open-ended discovery, Hop In! sparks curiosity, builds confidence and creates opportunities for families to connect through shared play.<>Canberra Museum and Gallery;-35.28053200000001<>149.1309076<>6a2f956ada66c7d37b7cbb0e<>RELICS: A New World Rises<>RELICS: A New World Rises is an immersive exhibition where vintage objects become homes for intricate miniature worlds built from LEGO® bricks.
A refrigerator becomes a cryogenic wellness resort. A Volkswagen Beetle powers an underground energy revolution. A grandfather clock becomes a time machine. Across more than 15 large-scale installations, tiny civilisations have adapted to the objects left behind by humanity, each one filled with hidden details, layered narratives and unexpected humour.
Created by LEGO® Masters winners Jackson Harvey and Alex Towler, RELICS combines sculpture, design, storytelling and nostalgia into an experience unlike a traditional museum exhibition or typical LEGO® display. The deeper you look, the more you discover.
Set in an imagined future where humans have abandoned Earth, the exhibition playfully explores creativity, consumer culture, sustainability and the objects left behind.
Loved by all, from ages 0–99, RELICS invites visitors to slow down, look closer, and rediscover the joy of curiosity and imagination.
LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group, which does not sponsor, authorise or endorse this exhibition.<>Canberra Museum and Gallery;-35.2845667<>149.128416<>6a83f8eeae577cbd3414b397<>Build & Bloom | A Grazing Box Workshop at Floriade<>Join Groovy Grazing Canberra at Floriade for Build & Bloom | A Grazing Box Workshop.
Come for the flowers, stay for the cheese.
Get hands-on with the Chief Groover herself as you learn how to build and style your very own luxury grazing box, right in the heart of Floriade.
Your ticket includes a complete luxury grazing box filled with delicious produce, built and styled by you. Step-by-step guidance and styling tips throughout the workshop, a printed guide to help you create your masterpiece, a take-home cheat sheet to recreate it at home, plus a little thank-you gift.
Think spring sunshine, beautiful blooms, delicious food, relaxed vibes, and a picnic-ready feast.
No experience needed. You'll leave Groovy Grazing certified with a grazing box you'll be proud to show off — and they can't wait to see your snaps.<>Groovygrazing00@gmail.com;-35.2801846<>149.1310324<>662d4e5050a458f227f30193<>Canberra Art Biennial<>Canberra Art Biennial is a biennial contemporary public art festival that engages the stories and aesthetics of Canberra's designed landscape through site-specific artworks and events. The festival champions diverse and accessible approaches to public art, presenting commissioned artworks by leading Australian and international artists as well as promising emerging artists, many of whom are creating public art or working with new media, scales and sites for the first time.
Founded by Dr Neil Hobbs, the festival was born from Neil's research into how temporary public art interventions transform space. Now, the festival invites artists to bring their ideas into dialogue with the capital's designed landscape, presenting free contemporary art in the places we gather day-to-day.
The 6th edition of the Canberra Art Biennial features newly commissioned artworks, along with exhibitions and re-stagings of preexisting artworks, from over 50 Australian and international artists and curators. Explore the program over 7 weeks, across 20 festival sites.
Canberra Art Biennial acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which their festival operates, the Ngunnawal and Ngambri people. They pay their respects to their elders past, present and emerging.<>CANBERRA ART BIENNIAL;-35.2801846<>149.1310324<>6a95549195b90e5920aa32d1<>The Whole Cake<>Watch lemon cut through the sugar as Vivienne Rogis dances her way through the light and fluffy, heavy wholesome, passion‑infused crumble of her life.
'The Whole Cake' is a dance‑theatre performance inspired by the beautiful, messy complexity of modern life. At its centre sits a deceptively simple question: What does it look like, as a woman living in today's world, to have your cake and eat it too?
Through movement, storytelling and a generous dose of humour, Viv explores the shifting layers of identity, responsibility and desire that shape women's lives today. The work invites audiences to consider the flavours that make up a life — the sweet moments, the sharp ones, the heavy ones, and the nourishing ones that sustain you.
Audiences will be served six distinct slices of cake, each one drawn from a different "cake of life" representing a facet of this woman's lived experience.
Warm, imaginative and deeply relatable, 'The Whole Cake' is an invitation to savour the layers of a life lived fully — crumbs, icing and all.<>Emma Dykes Freelance Marketing & Media;-35.27945749999999<>149.1295792<>65a470d1f92bf567557d8d96<>Luna Saturdays<>Step into Luna, Canberra's hidden gem, where Saturday nights are an exquisite blend of clandestine charm and contemporary allure. In the spirit of their heritage location, you are invited to experience an evening where intrigue and luxury intertwine.
Be captivated by the grace and allure of Luna's ambiance while their DJs create the rhythm of the night.
Bookings online. If you are unable to make a booking, walk-ins are always welcome.<>Luna Bar;-35.27948109999999<>149.1297822<>65c1aa06501d1b1c410d82d6<>Trivia at Mooseheads<>Get ready to put your knowledge to the test at Mooseheads Trivia, a beloved Thursday night tradition hosted by the one and only Larry from Fame Trivia!
Gather your friends and secure your spot by making a reservation in advance. Don't miss out on the excitement!
Trivia kicks off promptly, so be sure to arrive early, grab your favourite seat, and get ready to engage in a battle of wits. Larry's entertaining hosting style will keep you engaged while you strategise your way to victory.
Join this thrilling night of trivia, where fun and friendly competition collide. Challenge your knowledge, win awesome prizes, and make unforgettable memories at Mooseheads' Trivia.<>Mooseheads Bar and Nightclub;-35.279415<>149.129767<>6a82b5af7620e6e449c4ad89<>Pirate Party<>Mooseheads is bringing back its popular Pirate Night, transforming the venue into the Pirate Port of Mooseheads for a night of themed entertainment, costumes and celebrations.
Guests can expect a roaming Captain Jack Sparrow character throughout the venue, providing photo opportunities, entertainment and plenty of pirate-inspired antics.
The event will also feature themed cocktails, special discounted entry for guests dressed in full pirate costume, and a range of surprises and entertainment throughout the night.
Gather your crew, dress in your best pirate attire and head to Mooseheads for a lively night inspired by the high seas.
Event highlights include:
Discounted entry for guests in full pirate costume
Pirate-themed cocktails
Roaming Captain Jack Sparrow character and photo opportunities
Themed entertainment and surprises throughout the venue<>Mooseheads Bar and Nightclub;-35.279415<>149.129767<>6834f94167a17b7a3637d0f2<>Matinee: Over 30's Clubbing Experience<>Matinee: Get Loose, At Moose, Go Snooze — Over-30s Clubbing Experience
Back by overwhelming demand, Matinee is showing no signs of slowing down. Following multiple sold-out events, Canberra's favourite over-30s day club party returns for another round of nostalgia-fuelled fun.
Guests can expect a throwback celebration of the 90s, 00s, and 10s with:
DJs who lived through the golden era of Canberra clubbing
Themed cocktails inspired by iconic venues of the past
The legendary Mooseheads atmosphere—just with an earlier bedtime
If you thought your party days were behind you, think again. Matinee proves you can still dance all night... and be home by ten.
This event will sell out again—don't miss out. Tickets are on sale now!
Go Moose. Get Loose. Go Snooze.
Note: While this is an over-30s event, guests aged 25+ are welcome.<>Mooseheads Bar and Nightclub;-35.2793476<>149.1285612<>6a90cb3aa50b08456d287b2e<>Hendrick's Gin Cocktail Masterclass<>Highball is celebrating Floriade About Town in Canberra this spring with a special Hendrick's Gin Cocktail Masterclass, hosted by Hendrick's Gin ambassador Wee James Macrae.
After a welcome drink, you'll watch three cocktails come together using Hendrick's Flora Adora - a Martinez, an Eastside and a Caribbean Cooler - and drink each one as it's made.
Guests also receive a 700ml bottle of Hendrick's Gin to take home.
Whether it's a date night, a girls' night, or an excuse to get the group together, it will be a night not to miss!<>Lala Hospitality;-35.279294<>149.128635<>64acca15719781456f27579a<>Bottomless Pasta<>Mangia mangia! Did someone say bottomless pasta? Pull up a seat to Nonna's table every Tuesday and enjoy their dish of the day until you simply can't eat anymore.
Book your table at Bottomless Pasta in advance so you don't miss out.<>Lala Hospitality;-35.2792879<>149.1276789<>6a9e223f8f3eab1d32bd201e<>Circus Anywhere: Free Circus Workshop!<>Circus Anywhere presents a free circus workshop!
Come down to Hobart Place and learn to juggle, balance, and more with the capable trainers of Warehouse Circus.
Entry is absolutely free to everyone and is suitable to all ages and abilities.
Warehouse Circus trainers have experience working with people with body differences, disabilities, and some complex disabilities.
These workshops are aimed to get everyone learning fun activtieis, from wherever their starting point.
So you are most welcome to come and learn something new!
Presented by Capital Performing Arts Warehouse, with thanks to a grant from City Renewal Authority.<>WAREHOUSE CIRCUS INC;-35.2792321<>149.1303658<>6aa2652278a53ba65e7534c6<>bodies of divine infinite and eternal spirit [VIC] / umki / Beanie’s Quotidienne Opera<>Absorb, SONIC BUSINESS LTD and Trust FM present bodies of divine infinite and eternal spirit, who bring new arrangements and collaborations to their 46-minute song 'disaster 1'.
In search of new disasters, the group returns to Ngunnawal and Ngambri Country after years of absence. Housed by inspired local practitioners, the group pushes to new improvisational articulations of their 3 year trial of the long song.
On Saturday October 3, the bodies ensemble perform at Shadows Nightclub, with a blown-out, synthesiser-heavy performance. The evening will open with a live performance from umki and a presentation of Beanie's Quotidienne Opera, the new 50 minute techno opera from Genie Stuart.<>Sonic Business Ltd;-35.2788758<>149.1296884<>6972e04848987eee34d8837e<>Drag Bingo at Verity Lane Market<>Get ready for a night of glitter, giggles and gloriously unhinged fun at Verity Lane Market Drag Bingo
Taking over the Louie Louie stage on the first Wednesday of every month, Drag Bingo is your midweek excuse to let loose, laugh loud and lean into the fabulous. Hosted by our larger-than-life drag performers, the night delivers five high-energy games of bingo, outrageous banter, crowd interaction, and plenty of moments you'll be talking about long after the last ball drops.
Make a night of it by arriving early and grabbing dinner from the Market Hall. With a wide range of food options just steps away, you can fuel up before the fun begins.
Once the clock hits 6:30pm, the chaos kicks off on the Louie Louie stage. Expect bold performances, quick wit, and an atmosphere that's fun, inclusive and unapologetically fabulous.
Whether you're coming with friends, colleagues, a date, or flying solo, Drag Bingo at Verity Lane Market promises an unforgettable night filled with laughter, colour and community.
Sparkle up your Wednesday — Drag Bingo awaits.<>Verity Lane Market;-35.2786597<>149.1284066<>6711e937cdf9d9403247f105<>Molly Pro Jazz Jam<>They've pulled together the best of the best for a late-night Chicago-style pro jazz jam series that is going to knock your music-loving socks off. Con Campbell's band will take the stage each week and curate a level of improv jazz never before seen in Canberra. Professional instrumentalists, vocalists, supporters, and bar guests are all welcome.
Come along for a roaring good time and all that jazz every Wednesday evening.
Free entry. Bookings recommended, walk-ins welcome.<>Lala Hospitality;-35.2786597<>149.1284066<>68ca6152eaca8ea73cc526f1<>Straight, No Chaser<>Every Friday night, Molly turns the lights down and lets the band take over at Straight, No Chaser. Expect a soundtrack of high-energy jazz including hard bop, soul-jazz, latin jazz, gritty fusion, and even some cheeky jazzed up pop covers to keep the room buzzing while the drinks are flowing.
With free entry, world-class cocktails, and cheese and charcuterie platters to fuel the night, Straight, No Chaser is all about smoky vibes, strong drinks, and a little late-night debauchery.<>Lala Hospitality;-35.2785319<>149.1287092<>6a8fcdeba6bc4b2f66449376<>Al Munro: After Barcelona<>Al Munro presents expanded paintings that respond to her recent residency at Casa RARO, Barcelona. Munro's work investigates the interaction of colour, pattern and space in painting. The physical structures of her works are folded and curved, seeking to disturb and activate the typically flat surface of painting.<>CIVIC ART BUREAU;-35.2785319<>149.1287092<>6a9a07ee73d563bc3a7d3294<>Spring Byways<>One Thursday every month the small bar upstairs at Smith's Alternative becomes a cosy jazz hang. Audience members and musicians alike share conversation, vintage vinyl spins on the turntable and, of course, there is live music. The Byways residency began in early 2026, featuring Ben Marston, Nick McBride and Chris Pound with help from their monthly guests.
The name Byways comes from the musicians' desire to explore lesser-known music from the jazz canon but in a way that is inclusive and welcomes the audience to share the exploration. Those who come along agree that they are joining the discovery to find that musicians and the audience alike are an important part of the music.
The evenings start with Ben and Nick playing this month's vinyl selection on the turntable, happily talking to anyone who wants to chat about these recordings. Once Ben and Nick have been convinced away from the turntable the trio plays the first set, exploring works ranging from Miles Davis, Don Cherry, Ornette Coleman to originals. After more vinyl in the break, Set Two showcases that month's guest.
Thursday evenings never looked so good.<>BENJAMIN MARSTON;-35.2785319<>149.1287092<>6a869184d6656f7841b0bedc<>Listening Across Worlds: From Music Films to Ritual Cinema<>Experience the work of French filmmaker and sound explorer Vincent Moon in this special IMMERSIA 2026 screening.
Introduced by Alice Taylor from the National Film and Sound Archive, the evening traces Moon's journey from intimate music filmmaking to his later explorations of ritual, sacred sound and experimental ethnography.
Featuring films made in Hong Kong, Singapore, Indonesia and Vietnam, the program moves from contemporary musicians and urban soundscapes into trance, spirit mediumship and collective devotion.
The screening also includes an extract from Moon's TEDGlobal presentation, allowing audiences to hear the filmmaker reflect on his own approach to music, cinema, travel and what he calls "cine-trance".
A unique two-hour journey through sound, place, movement and culture, presented as part of IMMERSIA 2026.<>Clandestino Events;-35.2785208<>149.1285147<>655d81380806cd9269447722<>Old Timey Wednesday<>The open jam where you can party like it's 1899.
Luminaries from the local old timey/folk/acoustic scene will gather at Smith’s to lead an open session of Americana/old timey music.<>Smith's Alternative;-35.2785208<>149.1285147<>64c779a937b7928f077ce7a1<>Smith's Poetry Thing<>Each Monday evening Smith's serves up a feast of words!
Two feature poets present readings from their latest publications and most evenings include an open mic section that's inclusive and fun - open to all and you can sign up on the night.
Big Open Mic nights once a month are free, otherwise there's usually an entry fee (sometimes readings are free too) - check out the website for what's on this week!<>Smith's Alternative;-35.2785208<>149.1285147<>68f84808159474753eaf1af7<>Lunchulele<>Every Monday lunchtime, ukulele players mysteriously appear at Smith's Alternative.
Some wear lanyards, some work boots, and some the faint smugness of retirement. They come on foot, by scooter, via the accessibility ramp, or with their carer.
Some are beginners and some used to be, because it's amazing what an hour or so a week can do.
Specialising in coffee-fueled fractured harmonies, avocado-toast powered asynchronous rhythms, songs from every decade and (almost) every genre, Lunchulele welcomes everyone!<>Smith's Alternative;-35.2785208<>149.1285147<>6909517b608cf33f796d0362<>Canberra Eurosessions<>Join the Canberra Eurosession, a musical gathering like no other!
As the first session in Canberra to play folk music from across Europe, the session covers a wide variety of traditions, including French, Breton, Scandi, Balkan, Maltese, Greek, Ukrainian, and Klezmer. All instruments, experience levels and playing styles welcome. Get in touch with Smiths to request the sheet music.<>Smith's Alternative;-35.2785208<>149.1285147<>655d7e75ab1023a765c93c35<>Smith's Jazz Jam<>Join us at Smith's, upstairs or down, every Tuesday night for a jazz jam lead by a variety of luminaries from the local scene.
Instrumentalists and singers, experts and talented amateurs, all are welcome to join us on Tuesday nights for an open jam. Each week selected luminaries from the local scene will get the jam going. if you'd like to run a jam, please email Smith's at smithsalternative@gmail.com.
Backline provided: Drums, piano, guitar and bass amp, double bass, vocal mics.
Entry is free (a pot will be passed around to help cover costs), but this is no boozy gabfest. Please come prepared to listen and enjoy and keep conversation sotto voce.<>Smith's Alternative;-35.27847430000001<>149.1280848<>6711d38db784828c42e3d58f<>PJs Monday Night Trivia<>Join the team at PJs in the City for Monday Night Trivia, where fun meets friendly competition! Gather your friends and test your knowledge across a variety of topics, from pop culture to history with 'pen & paper' trivia.
Hosted by Josh from The Ned & Josh Podcast, you will compete for exciting prizes and bragging rights. Whether you're a trivia master or just looking for a good time, this is the perfect way to kick off your week.
Enjoy delicious food and drinks while you challenge your brain and bond with fellow trivia enthusiasts.<>PJS IN THE CITY;-35.27847430000001<>149.1280848<>6a0583ed55333b176a1cb4f1<>PJs Live Music in the City<>Life's better with a soundtrack, and PJs kicks off every Friday and Saturday night. A rotating cast of solos, duos and the special guest serving up classics, pop, rock, folk, R&B, reggae, hip hop, soul, country and acoustic — basically whatever pairs best with a cold one. No two weekends sound the same, so don't get too comfy with a favourite.
Check out the website to see who's on this weekend, then come down and let PJs do the rest.
PJs in the City — where everyone's a Local.<>PJS IN THE CITY;-35.27847430000001<>149.1280848<>6aa0bad4d8b495c95199c350<>NRL Grand Final at PJs<>PJs don't usually open on Sundays — the NRL Grand Final is the exception. PJs in the City is throwing the doors open for the biggest game of the year, with the match live on the big screens, cold taps running and the full menu going until late!
Book your table now for the best seats in the house.
Whether you've backed your side since March or you're picking one at kick-off, you'll find a seat and someone to argue with. Just good food, better beer, and Canberra's unofficial Local doing what it does best.<>PJS IN THE CITY;-35.2783687<>149.1290531<>6a5a1ac565500a613d30467c<>ChiChiz Trivia<>ChiChiz lights up every Wednesday with their signature trivia night - a free, fast‑paced, queer‑friendly midweek ritual where the cocktails are cold, the questions are cheeky, and the competition is delightfully unhinged.
Expect pop culture chaos, drag‑level drama, bonus rounds that keep you guessing, and prizes that make showing up absolutely worth it.
Whether you're a die‑hard trivia nerd or just here for the vibes, Wednesday at ChiChiz is where Canberra comes to play.<>Ollantra PTY LTD;-35.2784696<>149.1236972<>6a31f2ed9416290b7db9e72b<>Ensemble Offspring - Reich: Rejoice: Repeat<>Ensemble Offspring celebrate Steve Reich's 90th birthday with three of their Reich favourites and special guest Gabi Sultana joins them all the way from Malta. Gabi is the soloist in Piano Counterpoint – a scintillating tour de force. Who needs six pianists when you have one astonishing virtuoso?<>Street Theatre, The;-35.2784696<>149.1236972<>6a34e3c41160564a7dcadf2e<>Julian Lage<>For this first ever tour of Australia, Lage is continuing the 10th anniversary celebrations for his beloved 2015 solo acoustic album World's Fair - his first solo release - which he recorded using a 1939 Martin 000-18. Like much of Lage's music, the record defies genre, as he finds unexpected connection points between classical music and the American folk tradition. In addition to touring, Lage is celebrating the album's anniversary with a new vinyl release, as well as an accompanying songbook.<>Street Theatre, The;-35.2784696<>149.1236972<>6a8689f876e0b5ea09d66795<>Raices & Rhythms: Latin America in Australia - SONIDO<>Raíces & Rhythms: SONIDO brings a unique combination of live Latin American music and storytelling to The Street Theatre in Canberra, featuring the pioneering Chilean-Australian ensemble SONIDO.
Formed in Sydney in 1977 as Sonido de los Andes, SONIDO emerged from a generation of Latin American migrants who used music to maintain cultural connections and build community in Australia. Almost five decades later, the group's music moves from its Andean and Chilean roots through candombe, joropo, ranchera, Cuban son, Colombian cumbia, rock and jazz.
This special concert is interwoven with on-stage conversations hosted by musician, writer and academic Fabricio Tocco. The musicians share stories of migration, cultural identity, community and the evolution of Latin American music in Australia, alongside performances drawing on different periods of SONIDO's history.
Presented in connection with Chilean National Day, Raíces & Rhythms offers audiences an intimate encounter with the music and stories of one of Australia's enduring Latin American ensembles, celebrating nearly 50 years of music, memory and belonging.<>Clandestino Events;-35.2784696<>149.1236972<>6a66c15dd713e1c31f96fa31<>Jan Preston - 50 Years in Pianoland<>Jan Preston is a knockout boogie pianist, composer and songwriter, who has captured audiences around the world with her energy, sparkling charm and wit.
From a remote town on New Zealand's South Island, Jan was one of four piano students from the entire country chosen for the prestigious classical piano Degree at Auckland Conservatorium. She emerged five years later, sporting her purple mini skirt and buzz cut hair, and moved to Wellington becoming the musical director for Red Mole theatre troupe, touring NZ as the support act for Split Enz in 1974. Sam Neil was a director for the NZ Film Unit at the time and came on the tour to direct the film "Red Mole on the Road". He later offered Jan her first job as a film composer for another of his documentaries, thus launching her decades long career as a film composer.
From rubbing shoulders (literally) with Joey Ramone at CBGBs whilst living and playing in New York, to sitting on the piano stool beside Spike Milligan while he played her "Autumn Leaves", to giving piano lessons to Jane Campion as part of her research for 'The Piano", Jan shares many unforgettable experiences from her long and varied career in 50 Years in Pianoland.<>Street Theatre, The;-35.2784696<>149.1236972<>6a389cdaa76758e81ffac3ed<>Summit: 50 Years of Piazzolla & Mulligan<>An historic Union of Tango and Jazz.
In 1974, Astor Piazzolla and Gerry Mulligan met in a Milan recording studio and made history. Their encounter—two giants in jazz and tango musical conversation—produced one of the most celebrated album recordings in both genres: 'Summit'.
Fifty years on, Canberra Tango Quintet and internationally acclaimed saxophonist Jorge Retamoza from Argentina revisit that landmark meeting. The concert celebrates the repertoire that revolutionised tango and jazz music, with special guests forming an expanded septet ensemble.
International guest Jorge Retamoza (Argentina) is touring Australia for this special event.
Canberra Tango Quintet is a five-piece Australian-Argentinian-Uruguayan tango ensemble that has performed sold-out concerts at the Sydney Opera House, Melbourne Recital Centre, and major festivals across Australia.
Presented by Canberra Tango Quintet.
Band
Jorge Retamoza (baritone and tenor saxophone)
Rodolfo Pablo Caivano (bandoneón)
Eloise Reddy (violin)
Matthew Lustri (electric guitar)
John Yoon (piano and musical direction)
Elizabeth Charlton (double bass)
joined by Taliya Blom (percussion) and Ben Jones (baritone saxophone)<>Street Theatre, The;-35.2784696<>149.1236972<>6a38a053501ec19876180c99<>The Heroines<>National Opera's Heroines is a bold new project celebrating the power and depth of opera's most unforgettable women. Drawing on repertoire from across the operatic landscape, the production presents a carefully curated sequence of fully staged scenes that highlight the resilience, defiance, and sacrifice of these iconic characters.
From queens and lovers to outsiders and revolutionaries, each heroine embodies the struggle and triumph at the heart of opera. Through moments of passion, confrontation, and ultimate rebirth, audiences will witness the extraordinary emotional and dramatic range of women on the operatic stage.
Featuring Canberra's leading operatic voices and supported by the National Opera Chorus, the production blends individual artistry with the collective force of ensemble storytelling. The chorus amplifies each heroine's journey, underscoring both the grandeur and intimacy of these unforgettable stories.
Heroines is an operatic celebration of strength, courage, and renewal—a showcase of characters whose power, sacrifice, resilience, defiance, and rebirth continue to captivate and inspire audiences.<>Street Theatre, The;-35.2784696<>149.1236972<>6a38a4f3f8edbc6d477024be<>Schubert Songs: The Beloved Colour<>London, UK-based musicians Fred Thomas and Alice Zawadzki present a programme of Schubert Lieder, lovingly chosen from the early 19th-century Viennese composer's 600-strong songbook. Their project takes inspiration from film-maker David Lynch's maxim: having caught an idea, don't let it go! As Fred describes, "We're trying to access a simpler way – both ancient and contemporary – of delivering song, one that sidesteps assumptions and embraces music lovers of all kinds. With the sound intimately close to the listener, our innermost thoughts are exposed by the tiniest details; in this micro universe, nuances become earth-shattering. The songs do their work through virtuosities of sound, stillness and "psychology."
Taking inspiration from the Schubertiades (intimate concerts held at people's homes) of 1820s Vienna, the duo treat Schubert's songs as living and breathing compositions, available to everybody.
Beloved favourites such as Death and the Maiden are reevaluated alongside lesser-known jewels, bringing to life the transformative Romantic poetry of Schubert's young friends and contemporaries: Goethe, Müller, Schiller and many others. Long term collaborators, Fred and Alice have recorded numerous albums for ECM Records, including 'Three or One' and the recently released 'Za Górami'.<>Street Theatre, The;-35.2784696<>149.1236972<>6a66c525d713e1c31f96fa5b<>Costa/Putcha/Luke<>Award-winning jazz and world music pianist and composer Dan Costa known for his profound musical expression and melodic sensibility returns to Australia to perform his album Beams (Gold Medal winner, Global music Awards 2024). Dan Costa will be joined on stage by talented Canberrans, Telugu-Australian drummer and composer Somesh Putcha (2024 ABC Jazz and Composer Commission), also launching his debut album Ever Playful and Canberran bassist James Luke adding to the trio's performance.
An evening of distinctive jazz, sonically rich explorations and seamless stories from acclaimed albums performed live.<>Street Theatre, The;-35.2784696<>149.1236972<>6a430f31a489a93041689da7<>Alex Lloyd - Celebrating 25 Years of Watching Angels Mend<>Twenty-five years on, Watching Angels Mend still feels like a record that found people when they needed it most — honest, melodic, and quietly fearless. Released at the turn of the century, it became a defining chapter in Alex Lloyd's story: songs that travelled far beyond their original rooms, soundchecks, and late-night scribbles, and into the lives of strangers who somehow knew every word.<>Street Theatre, The;-35.2791153<>149.1264664<>6a2e15c0a51c88813b9aad35<>Trivia Night at 88mph<>Trivia Night is back at 88mph, and this time they've brought in the big guns. Ken from the Hellenic Club - one of Canberra's most beloved trivia hosts - has made 88mph his new home. Expect a mix of general knowledge, pop culture and music, with prizes on offer every week!
Enjoy midweek specials on beers, wine and pizzas all night. Walk-ins welcome, or book a table to secure your spot.<>Lala Hospitality;-35.2792879<>149.1276789<>6a9e223f8f3eab1d32bd201e<>Circus Anywhere: Free Circus Workshop!<>Circus Anywhere presents a free circus workshop!
Come down to Hobart Place and learn to juggle, balance, and more with the capable trainers of Warehouse Circus.
Entry is absolutely free to everyone and is suitable to all ages and abilities.
Warehouse Circus trainers have experience working with people with body differences, disabilities, and some complex disabilities.
These workshops are aimed to get everyone learning fun activtieis, from wherever their starting point.
So you are most welcome to come and learn something new!
Presented by Capital Performing Arts Warehouse, with thanks to a grant from City Renewal Authority.<>WAREHOUSE CIRCUS INC;-35.2783687<>149.1290531<>6a5a1ac565500a613d30467c<>ChiChiz Trivia<>ChiChiz lights up every Wednesday with their signature trivia night - a free, fast‑paced, queer‑friendly midweek ritual where the cocktails are cold, the questions are cheeky, and the competition is delightfully unhinged.
Expect pop culture chaos, drag‑level drama, bonus rounds that keep you guessing, and prizes that make showing up absolutely worth it.
Whether you're a die‑hard trivia nerd or just here for the vibes, Wednesday at ChiChiz is where Canberra comes to play.<>Ollantra PTY LTD;-35.2830936<>149.122311<>691d1200eb0af3f81f235a84<>Cult Classics with Venus Mantrap<>Seductive drag, film geekery and cult classics for an electric night out.
Each event features a pre-screening live performance by drag artist Venus Mantrap in our beautiful art deco Arc Cinema.
The 2026 program spans eleven Friday nights starting from February through to December, featuring Susan Seidelman's punk-infused comedies, Coen brothers' noir thrillers and Kathryn Bigelow's dystopian visions.
Each screening is carefully selected to celebrate cult cinema in all its daring and stylish glory.<>National Film and Sound Archive of Australia;-35.2830936<>149.122311<>6993df0a2155f70e463f465f<>Book Club at NFSA<>Explore how culturally significant books have been adapted and reimagined as films. Join the National Film and Sound Archive and 666AM ABC Radio Canberra for a unique monthly book club experience in the heart of Canberra.
This series explores classic and contemporary stories across page and screen. Tune in monthly on Fridays to hear about the next book in The Afternoons Book Corner Book Club on ABC Radio Canberra. Then book your seat to experience its film adaptation on the big screen and stay for a lively post-screening discussion at the NFSA.
Leading the conversation are ABC Radio Canberra presenter Alice Matthews and Canberra author Rhiân Williams, co-host of The Afternoons Book Corner Book Club.
This popular ticketed event is a regular highlight of our calendar and often sells out. NFSA recommend booking in advance to avoid missing out.
Audience's Pick - Tune into The Afternoons Book Corner Book Club to vote for our final book and film for the year!<>National Film and Sound Archive of Australia;-35.2830936<>149.122311<>6993f7d61a821d61381ce078<>Science. Art. Film. at the National Film and Sound Archive<>Science-based film screenings and discussions at the NFSA.
Science. Art. Film. uncovers the wacky, weird and wonderful facets of science and art in films – in discussion with artists and ANU scholars from different disciplines.
Presented in collaboration with Australian National Centre for Public Awareness of Science, Australian National University.<>National Film and Sound Archive of Australia;-35.2830936<>149.122311<>6993d8a2b3f8a1be498d5a58<>$8 Collection Selection<>Unlock the NFSA vault and discover popular gems from early Australian cinema on the big screen for just $8 with their Collection Selection series.
Continue the experience with a post-screening discussion exploring the story behind the film with Friends of the NFSA President Ray Edmondson and renowned film historian and distributor Andrew Pike OAM.
Presented in partnership with Friends of the NFSA.<>National Film and Sound Archive of Australia;-35.2830936<>149.122311<>6a7d4a39b0ef9cd647ba7d1b<>Spring Film Series<>Enjoy their curated program of recent releases and revived classics, from high art to guilty pleasures. There's something for everyone!
Follow the pull of earth, water, fire and air in the Spring Film Series at Arc Cinema.
From epic river journeys and windswept adventures to stories of passion, change and survival, these films reveal the forces that shape our world and ourselves.
Step into these elemental worlds and discover stories that move, challenge and transform.<>National Film and Sound Archive of Australia;-35.2830936<>149.122311<>6a7d5c23647580c448076e62<>Disaster Fridays<>Think you've had a bad week?
Try outrunning a tornado, surviving a tsunami or facing the end of the world. This season, Disaster Fridays unleashes a whirlwind of cinematic catastrophe with epic storms, seismic shocks and edge-of-your-seat survival stories.
Join us for a thrilling line-up of disaster movie favourites that prove things can always get worse... and much more entertaining to watch from the comfort of your seat.<>National Film and Sound Archive of Australia;-35.2830936<>149.122311<>6a7d57f0a1fa743959dc016c<>School Holidays at the NFSA<>Discover a season of adventure at Arc Cinema these School Holidays.
Follow curious explorers, fearless friends and unlikely heroes as they soar through the skies, dive beneath the waves and venture into the unknown.
Filled with humour, heart and breathtaking journeys, these family-friendly animated films bring big-screen magic to audiences of all ages.<>National Film and Sound Archive of Australia;-35.2830936<>149.122311<>6a7d59e672d8a4a30ada5494<>Romeo + Juliet (35mm) - Special anniversary costume party and screening<>Celebrate 30 years of Baz Luhrmann's iconic Romeo + Juliet with a special anniversary event at the NFSA. Before the screening, audiences can step into the world of Verona Beach with a costume party inspired by the film's distinctive style and soundtrack, featuring a live DJ and Shakespearean performers bringing scenes from the story to life in the NFSA's heritage courtyard. The evening culminates in a rare 35mm screening from the NFSA collection, showcasing the film's bold visual energy, unforgettable performances and generation-defining soundtrack on the big screen.<>National Film and Sound Archive of Australia;-35.2782755<>149.1331042<>6a83ad6f61238ab06b912781<>Canberra Short Film Festival<>The Canberra Short Film Festival celebrates short films and the creative voices that shape them. Held annually, it is one of Australia's longest-running competition-based short film festivals. Screening at Dendy Cinema and Smith's Alternative, it draws filmmakers from Canberra, Australia, and beyond, and plays to audiences who simply love cinema.
The festival honours short film as a craft in its own right, not a stepping stone to something longer. Films are chosen for their distinct point of view and their willingness to challenge, delight, and inspire, regardless of budget or scale. Visitors can expect stories that are bold, funny, moving, or quietly observed, spanning every genre and voice, all selected because the filmmaker knew exactly why they made the film they made.
Built at a human scale, the festival is a place where nobody gets lost in the crowd. Screenings are curated with care, question-and-answer sessions unfold as genuine conversations, and the closing awards night feels like a real celebration rather than a formality. Local film lovers and visiting filmmakers fill Canberra's venues throughout the week, drawn together by a shared love of storytelling.
The Canberra Short Film Festival is an integral part of the city's screen culture, bringing local and international talent together each year in a warm, welcoming setting.<>Australian Short Film Festivals Inc.;-35.2783596<>149.1320553<>6a8e39e393f2344040a5418d<>Circus in the City<>Capital Performing Arts Warehouse and City Renewal Authority present Circus Anywhere: Circus in the City!
Free workshops, shows, and roving entertainment from now until June 2027.
All in Canberra City. Garema Place, Glebe Park, Hobart Place, and Braddon all come alive with amazing circus activities for everybody and every body!
With activities from Warehouse Circus, Warehouse Entertainment, Hand to Hand Academy, and professional, internationally touring street artists delivering fun shows for the whole family.
Check out the link, follow the calendar, and get yourself to the city and indulge some Civic pride today!<>WAREHOUSE CIRCUS INC;-35.2779682<>149.1318478<>64c85f994c4aeb0d2ab46a27<>Belly Dancing at Bar Beirut<>Shake off the ordinary and shimmy into the extraordinary at Bar Beirut with weekend dance performances.
Bar Beirut is an inclusive venue with an extensive zero-per cent ABV (Alcohol by Volume) cocktail range, and a menu that easily accommodates vegetarian, pescatarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diners.<>Bar Beirut;-35.2508315<>149.1390867<>6a82a9a6b923f194180d2e87<>Powerful Energy Healing and Meditation Experience<>This truly unique experience combines powerful Energy Healing with the benefits of a beginner-friendly meditation session.
It's the perfect way to relax, unwind, and restore your body's natural energy system. The powerful healing energy will help you calm your mind, making meditation easier for beginners and much deeper for experienced meditators.
So why not take a pause from the busyness of life and gift yourself a moment of clarity and calm? Whether you're a complete beginner, an advanced practitioner, or somewhere in between, these sessions are the perfect way to slow down, reset, and reconnect with yourself and the world around you.
It's the powerful healing energy that makes these sessions so unique!<>MBS HEALING PTY LTD;-35.27018588555824<>149.13197245665285<>6a73cc38eaaae41f4e951f88<>Scent-sational! Paws Party<>Sniffing, smelling and marking - these are a few of a dog's favourite things! Their sense of smell is 1,000 to 10,000 times more powerful than humans'. Their 300 million olfactory receptors (you only have around 5 million) are constantly picking up new scents. It's estimated that around 30 per cent of their brains is dedicated just to analysing odours. No wonder they can sniff out a treat from many metres away! Scent is a huge part of how dogs see and sense the world - let's celebrate smells!
More details to follow...
Piano tails: Wayne Kelly is back at the keys to warm up your Sunday morning.
The market chapter: Keep the story going with a wander through the Haig Park Village Markets. Smells yum!<>City Renewal Authority;-35.269569879577396<>149.13335546295164<>601f4d54abdc6fd55146d2c9<>Haig Park Village Markets<>Experience one of Canberra's most loved award winning weekly markets. Every Sunday, Haig Park comes alive with the best of Canberra's local gourmet food, produce, makers and community. Set beneath the trees, discover local producers, delicious street food, talented makers, live entertainment and a vibrant community atmosphere.
Relax under the pines and enjoy a picnic while feasting your senses on the culinary delights on offer, or wander through a fabulous selection of locally made and designed goods.
There's plenty to keep the whole family entertained, with live music, kids' arts and crafts, outdoor games and, if you're lucky, a visit from the much-loved Bubble Man! Four-legged family members are welcome too, with specialty pet stalls and a dog agility area to enjoy.
Regular workshops, family activities and seasonal events bring something new to the market throughout the year, all set beneath the beautiful trees of Haig Park.
With great food, local produce, handmade goods and plenty of space to relax and soak up the atmosphere, a perfect Sunday in Canberra.
For further information, you can visit the website or, follow the market on social media.<>Haig Park Village Markets;-35.269569879577396<>149.13335546295164<>6859ff0f5ddce91a1a7a1205<>Spring Sustainability Market at Haig Park Village Markets<>Haig Park Village Markets is thrilled to announce the return of the Spring Sustainability Market.
This special edition of the much-loved markets will be bursting with workshops, activities, and stalls focused on conservation, waste reduction, sustainable living and more. From organic produce to slow fashion, recycling workshops and meeting native animals, it's a celebration of all things sustainability.
Marketgoers can expect a vibrant program of activities designed to inspire positive change and showcase the work of local environmental organisations. From seed propagation and recycling challenges to workshops and expert-led demonstrations, there'll be something for all ages to enjoy and learn from.
This event also highlights the diverse community of sustainability-minded stallholders who are the heart of Haig Park Village Markets. Visitors can meet their organic growers, discover beautifully made low-waste lifestyle products, explore sustainable fashion, and connect with not-for-profits doing incredible work.<>Haig Park Village Markets;-35.269569879577396<>149.13335546295164<>68b7ca4a28aaaf030a55e049<>Haig Park Spring School Holidays<>Haig Park Village Markets is so excited to celebrate all things Spring with School Holiday Workshops this October.
From magical potion-making workshops and nature play sensory stations to floral-themed arts and crafts, snake and reptile encounters and interactions with squirrel gliders, there will be something to spark every child's imagination.
Families can enjoy a vibrant market atmosphere, live music, and plenty of delicious food while the little ones explore and create.<>Haig Park Village Markets;-35.2588008<>149.1331771<>686ca7cf00e14b7d1226d77b<>Sunday Buffet Lunch<>Gather your friends and family for a buffet lunch feast at Pavilion on Northbourne! Held monthly at the leafy Atrium Restaurant & Bar inside the hotel, this foodie experience is the perfect way to spend a relaxed Sunday together.
Enjoy a generous spread featuring fresh salads, premium cold cuts, hearty hot dishes, indulgent desserts, and more.
Come hungry. Leave happy. And let someone else do the cooking.
There are limited seats available, so book online now to reserve your table.<>Capital Hotel Group;-35.2588008<>149.1331771<>66e259bbf41698a31998cf3a<>High Tea in Canberra at The Pavilion<>Enjoy the leafy setting of the Atrium at the Pavilion on Northbourne in Canberra. Sample the delectable treats, bottomless prosecco and soothing teas, all of which are perfectly blended for a beautiful afternoon experience.<>Capital Hotel Group;-35.2632907<>149.1324098<>6a9f5b00a2cba1e104030bac<>Taste of Italy - Piedmont at Restaurant Two14<>The next chapter in Restaurant Two14's Taste of Italy returns, inviting you to journey to Piedmont this September.
Chef Federico and his team have carefully crafted a six-course degustation and wine pairing inspired by the elegance of Savoy heritage and the rich flavours of northern Italy, while celebrating the exceptional produce of Canberra.
The menu includes a selection of dishes, such as traditional Piedmontese hand-cut beef tartare with toasted crostini, traditional hand-pinched pasta filled with porcini mushrooms and local truffle, slow-cooked veal with a delicate tuna and caper cream, roasted duck fillet served with chestnut purée and potato gratin, carnaroli rice cooked slowly with creamy Gorgonzola, refreshing lemon sorbet, and classic Piedmontese chocolate and amaretti pudding finished with caramel.<>Capital Hotel Group;-35.2848733<>149.1229492<>6aa0fa2bc8dd81ac59d38401<>Japanese Film Festival 2026<>Celebrate three decades of Japanese cinema on Australian screens! The Japanese Film Festival (JFF) returns to Canberra to showcase the best of contemporary Japanese filmmaking, featuring Australian premieres, international festival favourites, award-winning features and box-office hits from some of Japan's leading directors.
The festival opens with the Australian premiere of Look Back, the highly anticipated new title from acclaimed filmmaker Hirokazu Kore-eda. Other highlights include Tokyo Taxi from the legendary Yōji Yamada, Cannes-selected animated feature We Are Aliens, Kiyoshi Kurosawa's samurai drama The Samurai and the Prisoner, Berlinale prize winner AnyMart, Takashi Miike's SHAM, and the hit romantic drama 1st Kiss. In addition to its festival lineup, JFF 2026 presents a dedicated Animation Showcase, a free retrospective celebrating legendary composer Tōru Takemitsu, and a selection of the latest releases direct from the Japanese box office.
Whether you're a long-time fan of Japanese cinema or discovering it for the first time, this anniversary edition offers a unique opportunity to experience some of the year's most exciting films on the big screen.<>Original Spin;-35.2840585<>149.1251951<>6a701fe36f318c4031460a9c<>Pride and Prejudice x QTea High Tea<>This September, QT Canberra trades its usual mischief for Regency manners, in partnership with Canberra Theatre Centre. Expect lavish florals, a Pride & Prejudice-inspired QTea High Tea, and just enough scandal to keep Mr Darcy interested.
Before the curtain call, settle into The QT Lounge with a cup of tea and a bite, the perfect pre-matinee soiree.
Begin with a tiered affair, filled to the brim with heirloom pumpkin and Persian feta quiches, tuna and fennel tartlets and a Tasmanian smoked Salmon sandwich. Freshly baked scones arrive piled high with Chantilly cream and raspberry jam, one glorious cake from the wandering cake trolley, alongside a flowing milk chocolate fountain for good measure.
And for those who never could resist a little more, the roaming cake trolley makes its rounds, laden with Space Kitchen's Elizabeth Bennet strawberry mousse, lychee jelly and vanilla sponge cake and the Mr Darcy Roasted hazelnut praline, Nutella mousse, crisp crepe crunch and chocolate sponge cake with your name on it.
Space Kitchen cakes available as an additional purchase.
Available in September and October in the QT Lounge.
Prim, poured, and just a touch improper.<>QT Canberra;-35.2830936<>149.122311<>691d1200eb0af3f81f235a84<>Cult Classics with Venus Mantrap<>Seductive drag, film geekery and cult classics for an electric night out.
Each event features a pre-screening live performance by drag artist Venus Mantrap in our beautiful art deco Arc Cinema.
The 2026 program spans eleven Friday nights starting from February through to December, featuring Susan Seidelman's punk-infused comedies, Coen brothers' noir thrillers and Kathryn Bigelow's dystopian visions.
Each screening is carefully selected to celebrate cult cinema in all its daring and stylish glory.<>National Film and Sound Archive of Australia;-35.2830936<>149.122311<>6993df0a2155f70e463f465f<>Book Club at NFSA<>Explore how culturally significant books have been adapted and reimagined as films. Join the National Film and Sound Archive and 666AM ABC Radio Canberra for a unique monthly book club experience in the heart of Canberra.
This series explores classic and contemporary stories across page and screen. Tune in monthly on Fridays to hear about the next book in The Afternoons Book Corner Book Club on ABC Radio Canberra. Then book your seat to experience its film adaptation on the big screen and stay for a lively post-screening discussion at the NFSA.
Leading the conversation are ABC Radio Canberra presenter Alice Matthews and Canberra author Rhiân Williams, co-host of The Afternoons Book Corner Book Club.
This popular ticketed event is a regular highlight of our calendar and often sells out. NFSA recommend booking in advance to avoid missing out.
Audience's Pick - Tune into The Afternoons Book Corner Book Club to vote for our final book and film for the year!<>National Film and Sound Archive of Australia;-35.2830936<>149.122311<>6993f7d61a821d61381ce078<>Science. Art. Film. at the National Film and Sound Archive<>Science-based film screenings and discussions at the NFSA.
Science. Art. Film. uncovers the wacky, weird and wonderful facets of science and art in films – in discussion with artists and ANU scholars from different disciplines.
Presented in collaboration with Australian National Centre for Public Awareness of Science, Australian National University.<>National Film and Sound Archive of Australia;-35.2830936<>149.122311<>6993d8a2b3f8a1be498d5a58<>$8 Collection Selection<>Unlock the NFSA vault and discover popular gems from early Australian cinema on the big screen for just $8 with their Collection Selection series.
Continue the experience with a post-screening discussion exploring the story behind the film with Friends of the NFSA President Ray Edmondson and renowned film historian and distributor Andrew Pike OAM.
Presented in partnership with Friends of the NFSA.<>National Film and Sound Archive of Australia;-35.2830936<>149.122311<>6a7d4a39b0ef9cd647ba7d1b<>Spring Film Series<>Enjoy their curated program of recent releases and revived classics, from high art to guilty pleasures. There's something for everyone!
Follow the pull of earth, water, fire and air in the Spring Film Series at Arc Cinema.
From epic river journeys and windswept adventures to stories of passion, change and survival, these films reveal the forces that shape our world and ourselves.
Step into these elemental worlds and discover stories that move, challenge and transform.<>National Film and Sound Archive of Australia;-35.2830936<>149.122311<>6a7d5c23647580c448076e62<>Disaster Fridays<>Think you've had a bad week?
Try outrunning a tornado, surviving a tsunami or facing the end of the world. This season, Disaster Fridays unleashes a whirlwind of cinematic catastrophe with epic storms, seismic shocks and edge-of-your-seat survival stories.
Join us for a thrilling line-up of disaster movie favourites that prove things can always get worse... and much more entertaining to watch from the comfort of your seat.<>National Film and Sound Archive of Australia;-35.2830936<>149.122311<>6a7d57f0a1fa743959dc016c<>School Holidays at the NFSA<>Discover a season of adventure at Arc Cinema these School Holidays.
Follow curious explorers, fearless friends and unlikely heroes as they soar through the skies, dive beneath the waves and venture into the unknown.
Filled with humour, heart and breathtaking journeys, these family-friendly animated films bring big-screen magic to audiences of all ages.<>National Film and Sound Archive of Australia;-35.2830936<>149.122311<>6a7d59e672d8a4a30ada5494<>Romeo + Juliet (35mm) - Special anniversary costume party and screening<>Celebrate 30 years of Baz Luhrmann's iconic Romeo + Juliet with a special anniversary event at the NFSA. Before the screening, audiences can step into the world of Verona Beach with a costume party inspired by the film's distinctive style and soundtrack, featuring a live DJ and Shakespearean performers bringing scenes from the story to life in the NFSA's heritage courtyard. The evening culminates in a rare 35mm screening from the NFSA collection, showcasing the film's bold visual energy, unforgettable performances and generation-defining soundtrack on the big screen.<>National Film and Sound Archive of Australia
