Nine things to do in the region this week (8 – 14 July)

There’s lots to do in the region this weekend, especially if you love comedy nights, art classes, live music, watching movies or busting a move on the dance floor.

On Friday, the Bungendore Girl Guides are having a screening of Zootopia at their Scout’s Hall, a modern flamenco ensemble will spice up the dance floor with some Spanish heat at the Q Theatre and the Royal Hotel in Queanbeyan is having an 80s-themed party.

To kick off the weekend on Saturday, there’s a spiritual, health and wellbeing expo in Wagga, Bell Shakespeare’s The Comedy of Errors in Wagga Wagga, a “Clay n Sip” class in Goulburn, a Neil Diamond and Barbra Streisand tribute concert in Goulburn and an “Ecstatic Dance” workshop at the Soul Tribe Studio down the coast.

Ending the weekend, there’s the Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow in Goulburn and the duo known for their use of percussion, loop pedals, harmonies and guitar is performing at the Tilba Valley Winery and Ale House.

Friday

Bungendore Girl Guide Movie Night

When: Friday 8 July, 6 pm – 9 pm
Where: Bungendore Scout Hall, 66 Turallo Terrace, Bungendore
Cost: Tickets are from $10 and can be purchased here

This Friday, the Bungendore Girl Guides are putting on a movie night to watch Zootopia. The movie will commence at 6:30 pm – BYO snacks, blankets, comfy chairs and pillows. There will be an additional fee to purchase dinner, including burger sliders, pizza sliders and juice poppers. This all-ages event is perfect for the whole family to unwind, get cosy and kick off the weekend.

Bandaluzia Flamenco

When: Friday 8 July, from 8 pm
Where: The Q – Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre, 253 Crawford St, Queanbeyan
Cost: Tickets are from $30 and can be purchased here

The modern flamenco ensemble Bandaluzia led by ARIA nominated flamenco guitarist Damian Wright, presents a spectacular performance that showcases contemporary flamenco dance and music while honouring tradition. Go on a journey through this unique and incredible art form, led by some of Australia and Spain’s most revered flamenco artists.

RHQ 80s Dance Party

When: Friday 8 July, from 8 pm
Where: Royal Hotel Queanbeyan, 85 Monaro Street, Queanbeyan,
Cost: Tickets are from $10 and can be purchased here

Saturday

Wagga Spiritual, Health and Wellbeing Expo

When: Saturday 9 July and Sunday 10 July, 10 am – 5 pm
Where: Wagga Wagga Showground, Bourke Street, Turvey Park,
Cost: Tickets are from $5 and can be purchased here

Being held for two days only at the Wagga Wagga Showground is the Wagga Spiritual, Health and Wellbeing Expo. You will find a diverse range of stallholders, healers and readers who are all about replenishing you – from crystals to candles, clothing to baby wares, sensory items, spiritual needs, tarot and oracle card readers, a medium, an astrologist and more.

The Comedy of Errors

When: Saturday 9 July, 7:30 pm
Where: Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre, Burns Way (off Tarcutta Street), Wagga Wagga
Cost: Tickets are from $15 and can be purchased here

Shipwrecked and separated 33 years earlier, two sets of long-lost twins miraculously find themselves in the same city on the same day. What could possibly go wrong? The Comedy of Errors takes you on a journey of swapped identities, misguided love, mistaken imprisonment and chaotic mishaps, leading to an unbelievably crazy day for bumbling twins. At the heart of this tale of comedic misfortune is an old man searching for his lost children. He finds himself in a hostile land, in the fight of his life. As coincidences unfold, chaotic hilarity ensues and a man’s life could be saved — if only everything would go to plan. Directed by Bell Shakespeare collaborator Janine Watson, The Comedy of Errors is a beautiful story about reunion, wrapped up in an evening of entertainment and laughter.

Clay n Sip

When: Saturday 9 July, 6 pm – 8 pm
Where: Pigment 107, 107 Auburn St, Goulburn
Cost: Tickets are $65 and can be purchased here

Hit up the studio at Pigment 107 in Goulburn this Saturday night with your friends and family from 6 pm to 8 pm to learn how to make your own clay ceramics while enjoying a nice glass of wine. Tickets are $65 each and strictly for 18 years and over.

The Songs of Neil Diamond and Barbra Streisand

When: Saturday 9 July, 8 pm – 10:30 pm
Where: Goulburn Club,19 Market St, Goulburn
Cost: Tickets are from $25 and can be purchased here

Whitenoise Pro Audio and The Goulburn Club are presenting an evening of great music with the Songs of Neil Diamond and Barbra Streisand this Saturday. Fifty years after the Neil Diamond concert “Hot August Night”, Bill Sarina reminds us of the brilliance of Diamond’s ultimate concert and recording in this tribute show. He will be joined by Leah Cassar in a celebration of the songs recorded by two fabulous artists. This evening is open to all ages, with doors opening from 7.30 pm.

Ecstatic Dance — Soul Tribe Studio

When: Saturday 9 July, 6 pm – 7:30 pm
Where: Soul Tribe Studio, 57 Beach Road, Catalina
Cost: Tickets are $25 and can be purchased here

Ever wondered what “ecstatic dance” is? Simply put, it’s all about moving your body in a way that feels good. With no steps to learn and no “alignment cues”, you are totally free to express yourself through movement. When you first arrive, the first 15 minutes will be all about explaining the rules: the main rule is no talking, no eye contact and no communication with fellow dancers. The room is kept dark so you can’t really see anyone else, and people are encouraged to keep their eyes closed as much as possible. Although it may feel strange at first, you will get the opportunity to truly connect with your natural expression of movement.

Sunday

Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow

When: Sunday 10 July, 5 pm – 8 pm
Where: Goulburn Performing Arts Centre, 163 Auburn Street, Goulburn
Cost: Tickets are $25 and can be purchased here

Strap yourself in, Goulburn, the Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow is hitting the highways to home-deliver the freshest and funniest from the 2022 Festival to neighbourhoods across the nation. For 24 years the Roadshow has presented an “all killer, no filler” line-up of Australian stars and talented newcomers to comedy fans far and wide. This night of stand-up, sketch, satire, silliness and song is designed to satisfy all your comedy cravings.

Totum @tilbavalley

When: Sunday 10 July, from 12 pm
Where: Tilba Valley Winery & Ale House, 947 Old Highway, Central Tilba
Cost: Free entry

Swing by Tilba Valley Winery and Ale House this Sunday for an afternoon of live music performed by Totum. They will bring their mystic charm and super cool set list to the stage, featuring something for everyone. Expect live looping with percussion and guitars and lush vocal harmonies. What better way to wine-down on a Sunday than at a vineyard, with a glass of red or white, some nibbles and good music?