An upcoming theatre show puts a twist on the Greek mythology we know and love. Photo: The Q – Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre Facebook.
This week in the regions, there’s events for the young and the young at heart!
There are circus shows, a documentary showcasing the resilience of First Nations Australians, live music gigs and a theatre show that takes a very silly look at Greek mythology. Meanwhile, head to Wagga Wagga for a 16-day celebration of all the city has to offer in the Festival of W, or pop into Cooma Library and enjoy a movie.
Multiple days
The Festival of W returns this July with several of its most popular attractions, such as a light show and an ice-skating rink. Photo: Adam Drummond.
Festival of W
When: 6 to 21 July, events at various times
Where: Locations in Wagga; see program
Cost: Free entry.
Now in its third year, the Festival of W proves Wagga Wagga has plenty of charm during the winter – just make sure to rug up with a coat and scarf as you enjoy immersive art displays, listen to live music, get a bite to eat from the various food offerings and take to the ice at Skate Wagga Wagga ice rink. A light show will light up every night from 5 pm, with artist Sarah Levett helping Mandylights design the show.
Roll up, roll up! The circus is coming to Yass. Image: Brophy’s Circus Facebook.
Brophy’s Circus tour
When: 10 to 14 July, performances at various times
Where: Yass Showground, 27 Grand Junction Road, Yass
Cost: Tickets start at $20 and are available via the circus’s website.
Roll up, roll Up! The circus is in town (specifically, at Yass Showground). It’s all part of Brophy’s Circus’s tour, which is bringing a new show to audiences. Get ready to hold your breath as you watch the gravity-defying Wheel of Steel, the spectacular Globe of Death, stunning aerialists and of course hilarious clowns. The doors open 30 minutes before each two-hour show starts.
Friday
Moonshine Risk it All tour
When: 5 July, 7:30 to 10:30 pm
Where: Astor Hotel, 93 Auburn Street, Goulburn
Cost: Tickets cost between $27.55 and $32.65 and are available via OzTix.
Country music fans from across the regions will be keen to hear Jayne Denham is coming to Goulburn (if they haven’t snapped up their tickets already, that is)! Five-time Golden Guitar nominee, Jayne Denham is one of Australia’s most admired and sought-after country rock performers, and her fifth album, “Wanted“, reached number one on the ARIA Australia Country Album chart and number two on the Air Australian Indie charts. As part of her tour, she is set to treat Goulburn to some country rock.
Saturday
Christmas comes early in this market. Image: Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council Facebook.
Christmas in July Market
When: 6 July, 9 am to 3 pm
Where: Queanbeyan Showground, Glebe Avenue, Queanbeyan
Cost: Free entry.
Head along to Queanbeyan Showground for this market, which is set to bring some Christmas cheer to the cold winter months – OK, it won’t be a complete white Christmas, but there will be a play area where you can make some snowballs. The market will host more than 100 vendors offering seasonal treats and gifts, while the activities include the return of the Caroloke (also known as karaoke carols) competition and a Christmas Decorating Challenge for cakes or gingerbread houses. If you’re feeling confident, you can enter the challenge online.
You won’t need to travel to Greece – this show will bring it to Queanbeyan. Photo: The Q – Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre Facebook.
Greece Lightning
When: 6 July, 7:30 to 8:30 pm
Where: Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre (The Q), 253 Crawford Street, Queanbeyan
Cost: Tickets cost between $20 and $30 and are available via the Performing Arts Centre’s website.
This show is Greek mythology as we’ve never seen it before. In this show from comedian Garry Starr, an overzealous idiot attempts to perform all of Greek mythology in order to save his Hellenic homeland from economic ruin. Famous names like Medusa, Achilles and Uranus don’t escape his gaze. This show is recommended for adults only, and features audience interaction and full-frontal nudity.
Sunday
Ana de la Vega performance
When: 7 July, from 3 pm (doors open from 2 pm)
Where: Windsong Pavilion, Four Winds, 17 Four Winds Road, Barragga Bay
Cost: Tickets cost between $35 and $45 (with children under 16 free) and are available online.
Kiama-born flautist Ana de la Vega is making a return to the NSW South Coast for this performance, where she will be joined by pianist Grace Kim. The doors will open from 2 pm, with the two artists to perform works composed by Claude Debussy, Gabriel Faure, Francis Poulenc, Wolfgang Mozart and more greats from music history. The show follows the release of Ms de la Vega’s latest album, “My Paris”, which takes listeners on a journey through the large concert halls and alluring bohemian cafes of Europe.
Fungi, music and good drinks and food – what more could you want? Image: Fungi Feastival.
Mushroom Watercolour Paint and Sip
When: 7 July, 1 to 3 pm
Where: Oaklands Cafe, 3546 Princes Highway, Pambula
Cost: Tickets cost $65 (plus booking fee) and are available via Humanitix.
This paint and sip event – where attendees create something beautiful while sipping at something delicious – has a fungi-themed twist. Art teacher Ness will teach everyone the basics of watercolour painting before the group uses mushroom stencils to help them create an A4 page filled with their favourite fungi (and if they don’t have a lot of creative experience, Ness will be on hand with tips). The ticket includes a drink or yummy treat from the menu at Oaklands, which can be redeemed by speaking to Ness, who will give you a token you can give to cafe staff. Additional menu items can be bought separately. It’s all part of the Fungi Feastival, which has events running until 21 July.
Monday
Cooma Library will be the place to be these school holidays. Photo: andresr.
School Holiday Movie at Cooma Library
When: 8 July, 10 am to 2 pm
Where: Cooma Library, 61 Vale Street, Cooma
Cost: Free entry, but registration by calling (02) 6451 1630 or emailing [email protected] is essential.
When was the last time the kids sat down to enjoy a movie and some popcorn with their mates? Cooma Library is once again opening its doors on Monday as part of its school holiday program. The program is suitable for primary school-aged kids, and younger children assisted by a parent or carer.
Thursday
Head along to Bay Pavilions for this screening during NAIDOC Week. Photo: headspace Batemans Bay/Facebook.
In My Blood It Runs screening
When: 11 July, from noon
Where: Bay Pavilions, 12 Vesper St, Batemans Bay
Cost: Free entry.
Headspace Batemans Bay and KATUNGAL have partnered for a free barbecue and screening of In My Blood It Runs to celebrate NAIDOC Week. The documentary follows 10-year-old Arrernte Aboriginal boy Dujuan as he grows up in Alice Springs and works to balance his Arrernte and Western educations. In 2024, the NAIDOC theme is ‘Keep the Fire Burning! Blak, Loud & Proud’ to honour the enduring strength and resilience of First Nations cultures. On Thursday, the Youth Van will also be present, offering even more fun activities for everyone to enjoy.
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