There’s more than enough for movie heads and music lovers this week. Photo: Flickerfest.
It’s busy across the regions this week, with short film festivals, live music, tribute acts, kids’ interactive shows about dinosaurs and science, race days, orchestral performances, and more.
Flickerfest may start in Bondi but it’s coming to Merimbula this week, bringing the best short films from around the world right to the Twyford Theatre. There’s sure to be a whole lot to make you laugh, cry and sit on the edge of your seat.
There’s a lot on for kids this week, with interactive dinosaur shows and science showcases, so no matter what their interests, there’s something for them to enjoy.
And for people looking to warm up with some great music, there are ABBA tribute performances, Beatles tribute acts and classical orchestral performances.
All this and everything in between across regional NSW, from Merimbula to Bega, Goulburn and Moruya.
Multiple Days
The most exciting short films from abroad come to Merimbula. Image: The Twyford Theatre.
FLICKERFEST Film Festival Merimbula
When: 10 and 11 July, 7:30 pm
Where: The Twyford, 16 Market St, Merimbula
Cost: Tickets from $20 to $25 | Book online.
Head to the Twyford this Friday and Saturday for Flickerfest, Australia’s only Academy Award and BAFTA-qualifying short film festival, bringing together great short movies from Australia and abroad into focus on the big screen.
Flickerfest starts each year in Bondi and moves around the country, showcasing the best of short films in more than 40 venues. Not only will you be supporting Australian short films, but funds raised through a raffle on the night will go towards the Rotary Club of Pambula, raising money for the community.
Friday
An exciting day at the races awaits at the Moruya Jockey Club. Image: Moruya Jockey Club.
Pubs Race Day at the Moruya Jockey Club
When: 10 July, 11:30 am
Where: Moruya Jockey Club, 100 Donnelly Dr, Moruya
Cost: Free entry.
The Pubs Race Day at the Moruya Jockey Club is bringing a whole lot of excitement, with a full day of racing and a great line-up of food, including Charlie’s Little Kitchen, Driven Coffee Van, Hot Diggity Dogs, Reggie’s Ice Creams and D’lish D’lite Donuts.
There will be a tradies tug of war, pitching teams of six against each other, Fashions on the Field with awards for the best dressed man, woman, boy and girl, and free activities for the kids such as a jumping castle, face painting and party DJs.
Everyone’s favourite 80s glam band comes to life. Image: Batemans Bay Pavilions.
Abbalanche-The Australian Abba Tribute Show
When: 10 July, 8 pm
Where: Bay Pavilions, 12 Vesper Street, Batemans Bay
Cost: Tickets from $49.90 to $ 69.90 | Book online.
Get ready for a fantastic night of Abba excellence on Friday at the Bay Pavilions with Abbalanche, a tribute band with the musical talent that the discography of Abba requires. Abbalanche brings the legendary music of Sweden’s biggest export to life with sparkling costumes, high energy and passion, all in the pursuit of creating an unforgettable night.
All the classics will make an appearance, including Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, Waterloo and Take a Chance on Me.
Die-hard Abba fans and newcomers alike will get a lot out of this tribute show.
Sunday
Soul music at the Four Winds. Photo: Four Winds.
Fred Leone & Radio for Ghosts
When: 12 July, 2 pm
Where: Four Winds, 17 Four Winds Road, Barragga Bay
Cost: Tickets from $37 to $47 | Book online.
Award-winning artist Fred Leone is back at the Four Winds, joining up with another award-winner, producer and multi-instrumentalist, Leigh Roy Ryan, to create a striking soul music collaboration sure to make waves.
Leone’s soulful, deep vocals will combine with his fellow musician’s expressive instrumental performance. They’ve honed their talents both individually and as a duo at the Brisbane Festival and the Brunswick Music Festival, in advance of their debut album Fred Leone & Radio for Ghosts.
A unique musical experience at the Braidwood Uniting Church. Photo: Visit NSW.
Apeiron Baroque in Braidwood
When: 12 July, 2 to 3:10 pm
Where: Braidwood Uniting Church, 68 Monkittee Street, Braidwood
Cost: Tickets from $30 to $35 | Under 18s free | Book online.
Launched in 2022 by Early Music specialists John Ma and Marie Searles, Apeiron Baroque is about getting back to the basics of music, giving new life to ancient forms of creating music.
Apeiron Baroque is coming to Braidwood to play rare gems for the violin and harpsichord. These two artists have spent years exploring the intangible and delicate nature of their instruments, finding older works of music and breathing new life into them. And after performing across concert halls and ensembles for the past two decades, they’re bringing that experience back to the regions.
Wednesday
Science up close and personal at the Goulburn Library. Image: Humanitix.
Junior Einstein with Ranger Jamie
When: 15 July, 10:30 to 11:30 am
Where: Goulburn Mulwaree Library, 184/194 Bourke St, Goulburn
Cost: Tickets are $5 | Book online.
Ranger Jamie is coming to the Goulburn Library to inspire young minds with a high-energy science experience all about showing kids just how exciting science can be.
Kids will get to watch a live demonstration of liquid nitrogen as well as create and launch their own little rockets, finishing off with some fun with slime.
This science session at the library is about creating fun, curriculum-based experiences for kids to enjoy, building confidence and creativity, as well as curiosity.
Thursday
Dino-obsessed kids will love this exciting interactive show. Photo: Trybooking.
Baby Dino Show
When: 16 July, 10 am to noon
Where: Bega Valley Commemorative Civic Centre, Zingel Pl, Bega
Cost: Tickets $24 | Book online.
These school holidays, bring the kids to the Baby Dino Show, where there will be a lot for dinosaur obsessed kids to enjoy. Hosted by The Dino Maniacs, Shauna and Tara, this award-winning, energetic show will have plenty of laughs as well as visits from Trixi the Triceratops, cheeky Tru Blu, the mischievous Naughty Joffrey, Ozzi and Oi.
Sing along, enjoy lifelike dinosaur puppets, interact with them and take photos to create memories.
The best of the Beatles comes to Queanbeyan. Image: Visit NSW.
The Mersey Beatles at the Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre
When: 16 July, 8 pm
Where: The B – Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre, 253 Crawford Street, Queanbeyan
Cost: Tickets from $69.90 | Book online.
The Mersey Beatles is a group of four musically gifted performers who have brought their passion for the undisputed kings of 20th-century music to the world, giving more than 600 performances celebrating The Beatles.
From the costumes to the replica instruments and that classic Beatles sound, this tribute act show is an authentic facsimile of the original and they’ll be bringing audiences back to the 60s with some of the Beatles’ biggest hits, including A Day in The Life, A Hard Day’s Night, All You Need Is Love, Can’t Buy Me Love, Day Tripper, Get Back, Help!, Here Comes the Sun, Hey Jude, I Saw Her Standing There, I Want to Hold Your Hand, Love Me Do and many more.
