Corner London Circut and Civic Square, Canberra City, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia
Fashioned Here unpacks the wardrobe of Canberra Museum and Gallery (CMAG). See the work of fashion designers and related private businesses represented in CMAG's permanent collection and selected current designers.
In 1997 a generous donation from Sylvia Parsons spurred CMAG's interest in collecting objects and stories of private commerce in Canberra. The collection begins with a simple ...
PREVIOUSLY HELD: Saturday 3rd September 2011 - Sunday 22nd January 2012
Lawson Crescent, Canberra City, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia
What are the National Museum of Australia researchers up to? What makes them tick? Find out at this lunchtime lecture series with the Friends of the National Museum. A light lunch is included. Bookings are essential with the Friends of the National Museum.
Wednesday 14 September, 12 October and 9 November
Friends Lounge ...
PREVIOUSLY HELD: Wednesday 14th September 2011 - Wednesday 9th November 2011
Civic Square, Canberra City, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia
Michelle Day's installation of light sculptures appears as a mysterious mutation of of organic and inorganic forms. The central sculpture, lit from within, simultaneously suggests a bed, the body that lays upon it and internal body parts. This exhibition is on display in CMAG's glass-fronted Gallery 4, located in Civic Square. ...
PREVIOUSLY HELD: Saturday 24th September 2011 - Sunday 4th December 2011
Lawson Crescent, Canberra City, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia
Head along to the the National Museum Library on the last Tuesday of each month and experience first hand the Museum's collection of rare books.
These books date back to the late 1880s and are usually not available to the general public. Enjoy morning tea afterwards with an assortment of homemade delights.
Bookings essential. Meet at the Annex Administration building. ...
PREVIOUSLY HELD: Tuesday 27th September 2011 - Tuesday 29th November 2011
15 Childers St, Canberra City, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia
See Geraldine Turner directed by Caroline Stacey in MP. - a show that goes where no current affairs show or panel discussion dares to tread.
See deep into the messy emotional life of a female member of Parliament working in the snake pit of uneasy coalitions, public betrayals and knife-edge decisions that is Australian politics.
MP. is based on extensive interviews with federal politicians, ...
PREVIOUSLY HELD: Saturday 1st October 2011 - Saturday 15th October 2011
Various locations, Canberra City, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia
Throughout the month of October, get your friends and family together and Taste It. This amazing calendar of events from Out In Canberra is dedicated to highlighting the region's exceptional food, wine and hospitality industry.
Discover the best that Canberra has to offer. Highlights include a master class with MasterChef's George Calombaris and Chef Gary Farrell, a beer degustration at Debacle ...
PREVIOUSLY HELD: Saturday 1st October 2011 - Monday 31st October 2011
Canberra Theatre Centre, Canberra City, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia
Justine Clarke and her three-piece band bring to life the colourful, fun and engaging songs from I Like To Sing, Songs To Make You Smile and Great Big World.
Justine is one of Australia's most highly regarded and popular performers. As an adored long-standing presenter on ABC TV's Play School, Justine Clarke is a cheerful, calming and familiar face in the living rooms and lives of children arou ...
Canberra Theatre Centre, Canberra City, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia
Looney Tunes Live - Classrom capers stars Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Tweety, Sylvester, Taz Devil, Marvin the Martian and Porky Pig.
Things truly get out of control when the teacher is late for class at the ACME Academy and the Looney Tunes take it in turns to be the substitute teacher.
Enjoy outrageously over-the-top slapstick comedy, laughs bigger than Daffy's ego and Marvin's musical product ...
15 Childers Street, Canberra City, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia
Love never comes too late...book now for this charming story and tale of late life romance.
Award winning Australian writer and poet Geoff Page brings his screenplay written in verse to life with Chrissie Shaw as Shirley.
This romantic comedy is for anyone who has ever been in love and anyone who wants to know that Love never comes too late.
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PREVIOUSLY HELD: Friday 14th October 2011 - Sunday 23rd October 2011
London Circuit, Canberra City, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia
Join Jon English and his multi-talented musicians and singers for a brand new journey through the 60's and 70's. Rediscover the music that shaped a generation.
You'll hear more Beatles, more Stones, more of The Who, Zepplin, Bowie, and Elton. There's more Easybeats, Billy Joel, the Beach Boys, the greats of Motown, and of course more Jon English!From Elvis to Alice Cooper and everyone around an ...
Canberra Theatre Centre, Canberra City, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia
The Wharf Revue will be packed full of up-to-the-second satire of contemporary politics and popular culture. Offensive, unfair and deliciously funny; if only Question Time was this good.
Jonathan Biggins, Drew Forsythe and Phillip Scott step up to serve up their special blend of side-splitting sketches and musical hilarity.
Our first female Prime Minister, the Three Amigos and the first hung ...
PREVIOUSLY HELD: Tuesday 18th October 2011 - Saturday 22nd October 2011
William Herbert Place (Off Childers Street), Canberra City, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia
Nicholas Milton, inimitable Chief Conductor and Artistic Director of the Canberra Symphony Orchestra presents a show of amazing potency and gorgeous lyricism. This is a concert not to be missed.
The evening opens with the beloved Finlandia by Sibelius.
New York-based Canberra pianist, Edward Neeman performs Grieg's brilliant, virtuosic Piano Concerto. This work is a fitting tribute to Perc ...
PREVIOUSLY HELD: Wednesday 19th October 2011 - Thursday 20th October 2011
Binara Street, Canberra City, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia
Dragon are back, fronted by the legendary kiwi singer Mark Williams.
This version of Dragon rocks its way through a long list of iconic songs that are part of the national estate. Sing along to anthems like April Sun In Cuba, Are You Old Enough, Rain, Speak No Evil, Young Years, This Time, Sunshine, Celebrate and Dreams of Ordinary Men.
The show evolves from an intimate acoustic beginning ...
15 Childers Street, Canberra City, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia
Experience folk pop, indie rock and beautiful song writing at Lior by request.
Lior's latest live show gives you the chance to pick your favourite song and build a set from an array of eclectic albums. Choose songs from Autumn Flow, Corner of an Endless Road and Tumbling into the Dawn.
Book now for this unique musical experience; a must for music lovers old and new.
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15 Childers Street, Canberra City, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia
Direct from Sydney's Ensemble Theatre Company and from the pen of playwright Roger Hall comes this poignant story of two couples holidaying in Italy.
Recently retired librarian's Adrian and Alison are preparing for the holiday of a lifetime. When their best friends back out and their party animal neighbours decide to come along instead, Adrian and Alison's trip is changed dramatically. Holida ...
PREVIOUSLY HELD: Tuesday 25th October 2011 - Saturday 29th October 2011
15, Canberra City, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia
Tell Me How You Love Me. Book now for this immersive, visual and experimental theatre piece concerned with the stories and tribulations of a twisted royal family plagued by secrets and jealously.
Cordelia taps into the themes of love, family, and mortality. Follow three sisters through the eyes of the King of France, navigating their way through a harrowing dreamlike retelling of their pasts.
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PREVIOUSLY HELD: Thursday 3rd November 2011 - Saturday 5th November 2011
15, Canberra City, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia
Be transported through time and space with the latest from Canberra Collective Serious. Void Without Void combines the talents of puppetry, Ariel and physical performance styles, sound, light and sensory deprivation.
Create your own narrative in this innovative new installation project.
Starring Cathy Petocz, with direction from Barb Barnett. Set, lighting and costuming by Gillian Schwab. ...
PREVIOUSLY HELD: Wednesday 9th November 2011 - Sunday 13th November 2011
Canberra Theatre Centre, Canberra City, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia
Join Harmony and Rhapsody and some of their favourite Fairyland friends as they prepare for a very special Christmas in The Fairies prettiest, most fan-fairy-tastic show ever.
The Fairies always present a magical, high energy and interactive show. This year they'll combine favourite fairy songs with sing-along Christmas Carols and stunning dances. Watch out for the fairy special guest!
Tick ...
Canberra Museum and Gallery, Canberra City, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia
Join Deborah Clark, Visual Arts Curator, for a gentle walking tour of public art in the city west precinct. Meet in the Canberra Museum and Gallery Foyer at 11.45am for a 12 noon start. Allow approximately one hour for the tour, then return to CMAG to continue the conversation over light refreshments. ...
15 Childers Street, Canberra City, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia
Experience a night of jazz from the American songbook with Tuck and Patti.
From the rich guitar melodies and complex harmonics of Tuck Andress, to the soothing vocals and phrasing of Patti Cathcart, these two musicians combined create a rare musical unison.
With 29 years of playing together husband and wife jzz duo Tuck and Patti draw on a back catalogue of music spanning decades.
Tu ...
15 Childers Street, Canberra City, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia
Experience the music of Africa with Chris Gudu and his seven piece band. Gudu explores the sounds and the land he loves with jazz guitar inspired melodies, African rhythms, a strong bass presence, and a chorus of voices.
From the upbeat to the slightly melancholic, consistently carried by a sense of movement and rhythm, Gudu makes you want to get up and dance along with the band. The language ...
Canberra Theatre Centre, Canberra City, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia
The heartwarming fairytale of Cinderella is brought to life in an enchanting new production from the West Australian Ballet.
West Australian Ballet Leading Artist, Jayne Smeulders, will spin a tale of magic and delight in her first full-length choreography for the Company.
Allan Lees, has created sumptuous new costumes and a beautifully restored and re-imagined set for this family ballet cl ...
PREVIOUSLY HELD: Tuesday 15th November 2011 - Saturday 19th November 2011
15 Childers Street, Canberra City, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia
Experience a night of joyful 70's inspired pop with Newtown music legend Tim Freedman and his brand new band The Idle.
They're launching their album Australian Idle with an all-star Aussie line up of up and coming muso's; Heath Cullen, Amy Vee, Zoe Hauptmann and Dave Hibbard.
Tim is taking a break from The Whitlams. This time he's wearing his influencers on his sleeve; from Elton John to t ...
PREVIOUSLY HELD: Thursday 17th November 2011 - Friday 18th November 2011
Civic Square, Canberra City, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia
Taste will be the focus of the ACT Cake Decorators' Association fashion inspired afternoon tea. Come and hear about this creative fusion of Canberra fashion and cakes, and then nibble on a Tracey Lord hat! 'Fashioned Here', an exhibition of fashion in Canberra since the 1920s, is on display in Gallery 5 at Canberra Museum and Gallery. ...
15 Childers Street, Canberra City, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia
This immersive and sensory dream scape combines music and visual arts to create a magical experience for the whole family.
The renowned Song Company joins forces with acclaimed shadow artist and puppeteer Stephen Mushin. With the simplest of means Stephen creates a technically remarkable and visually spectacular micro-theatre shadow performance, taking you into the picture book of your childhoo ...
31 Constitution Cente, Canberra City, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia
Handmade Canberra's Upmarket brings together talented artists, designers, stylists, craftspeople and gourmets all at one destination. Buy something handmade for the ones you love this Christmas.
Connect with the makers of beautiful things; people who appreciate quality, handcrafted and locally designed items.
Visit Handmade at The National Convention centre in the city. ...
PREVIOUSLY HELD: Saturday 17th December 2011 - Sunday 18th December 2011
Garema Place and Civic Square, Canberra City, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia
Welcome in New Year's Eve for 2012 with a giant street party in the heart of Australia's capital city.
See fireworks over City Hill with the children at 9pm, or stay later for the midnight display. Enjoy live, family friendly entertainment in Civic Square, or dance the night away at a dance party in Garema Place.
These celebrations are all alcohol free events. ...
PREVIOUSLY HELD: Saturday 31st December 2011 - Sunday 1st January 2012
31 Constitution Avenue, Canberra City, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia
See the best exhibitors, demonstrations, and the Coles Cooking Stage with celebrity chefs!
With over 100 Exhibitors, this event will have all the ingredients to tantalise your taste buds. From gourmet food to exquisite wines, there will be something for everyone to indulge.
Sit back and enjoy learning from one of our celebrity chefs or cruise the event and discover the latest sensational i ...
DATE / TIME: Friday 17th February 2012 - Sunday 19th February 2012
Australian National Botanic Gardens, Canberra City, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia
Flix in the Stix is an outdoor touring production combining award winning short films with a legend of the Australian music landscape (soon to be announced) performing live under the stars. Set in picturesque venues around regional NSW, Flix is a cultural event unlike any other. So, gather together your family and friends, pack a picnic, and come along for a unique night out at the Austral ...
Stage 88, Canberra City, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia
Celebrating Canberra's 99th Birthday, Celebrate in the Park is Canberra's birthday party, and you are invited.
Enjoy local and national artists, the kids concert, rides, amusements, activities, art and craft and delicious multicultural cuisine.
The flagship event of the Canberra Festival, Celebrate in the Park has something for everyone and concludes with an amazing fireworks show.
Celeb ...
