Armidale Events

Conserving Beauty: Technical Insights of Australian Impressionist Paintings – Michael Varcoe-Cocks (Australia - NGV, Melbourne) Technical art history is the examination of artworks using scientific equipment to reveal layers of information that offers unique insights into the artistic methods and materials found in each work. This evidence-based approach has yielded some of the most remarkable stories in Australian art. This lecture will discuss the examination and conservation of iconic works from the Australian Impressionist movement by Tom Roberts, Arthur Streeton […]

Future Shock, draws inspiration from the early jazz/funk greats of the 70s. With an impressive line-up of Sydney's most accomplished players - Simon Ashton (drums/vox), Peter Gray (bass), Felix Latanne (guitar), Karl Laskowski (sax), Gavin Ahearn (keys) and Olivia Ashton (guest vox) - their aim is to bring the funk with unique originals and inispiring improvisation to your favourite venue. Music washes away the dust of everyday life - Art Blakey

Prepare to be delighted as SYO and their regional guest musicians harness the energy of a week at camp! Join The Sydney Youth Orchestras’ Richard Gill Chamber Orchestra (RGCO), Western Sydney Youth Orchestra (WSYO), Peter Seymour Orchestra (PSO), Symphonic Wind Orchestra (SWO) and 80 regional guest musicians for an exciting showcase concert. Led by John Ockwell, Kate Morgan, Aija Draguns, Tyler Wilkinson, James Pensini; our musicians will be performing a range of classical bangers ranging Mozart, Sibelius and Tchaikovsky.  

Whiskey Business is here to play some good ol' fashioned country music to get those feet tapping and tears jerkin'. Featuring Liam Kelleher on banjo, Matt Debreceny on mandolin, Hugh Brown on the guitar, Wendy Griffiths on double bass and Gary Jenkins on drums. There'll be plenty of pickin' and a hollarin', so come ready for a great old time! Music washes away the dust of everyday life - Art Blakey

Enjoy some live music, good vibes and limited edition Record Store Day exclusive releases. Make sure to BYO coffee to drink with the RSD morning tea treats Michelle will be baking for this once-a-year day!

Deta C. Rayner (accordion and vocals) and Rob Rayner (guitar and vocals) will be presenting a yodellin´, thigh slappin’, lederhosen wettin´ fest of Beez music featuring the Beatific Beats of their Bavarian Boombox. You will thrill to comic classics from the likes of Rammstein and Bonnie Tyler; you will tear off that dirndl and shake a Teutonic Tailfeather when you catch a glimpse of Nena´s 99 Red Balloons; you will swoon to Marlene Dietrich´s Lili Marlene but, most of all, […]

Donation includes post-concert afternoon tea. Gloria RV 589 by Vivaldi and two Chorales by J S Bach (BWV1, No 1 and BWV186, No 6). Conductor: Robert van Gend; Chamber Ensemble (courtesy of Armidale Symphony Orchestra).

Full facilities available. Bistro Grill open for lunch from 12.00pm and dinner from 5.30pm. Join us for Armidale's biggest and best 2UP from 4.00-7.00pm.

Live music from 1.00-4.00pm and raffles from 4.00pm. Raffles are raising money for Soldier On.

First race at 1.16pm. Seven-race TAB race meeting, tote and local bookmakers, full bar and catering facilities.

To this day, the Great Strike of 1917 is still Australia's largest industrial upheaval. The story of the Strike has long been dormant in archives, and is now re-told with original film footage from the era. The story explores three elements to the strike – the reasons behind it, the murder of a striker and an early and compelling case of film censorship. This is a film to remind audiences today that the confluence of new technology, power and politics […]

Get your science facts with your science fiction! An action-thriller centred on the threat posed by a deadly disease and an international team of doctors contracted by the CDC to deal with the outbreak. Hear about the real-world science in 2011 hit film, Contagion, with a short talk and audience Q&A with UNE Professor of Nursing, Kim Usher.

Season ticket - $180, $120  - season ticket available at www.trybooking.com/CFKNV. All tickets may also be purchased at branches of Regional Australia Bank or by posting booking form and cheque to 21 North Street, Armidale 2350. Catgut and Quills - Gamba and Harpsichord - Jennifer Eriksson (Marais Project) and Anthony Abouhamad perform solo and duo sonatas by J S Bach and his contemporaries and a new work by Benjamin Thorn.    

Ant Walmsley & The Articulate Mutes is led by Anthony Walmsley, a highly respected Tamworth guitarist, musical director and arranger in the industry, known for his versatility and professionalism. Along with Ant, the Articulate Mutes include Glen Innes-based James Haselwood on bass and local musician, Cary Bennett on drums. This genre- defying trio will leave you in ecstasy. Music washes away the dust of everyday life - Art Blakey

All tickets may also be purchased at branches of Regional Australia Bank or by posting booking form and cheque to 21 North Street, Armidale 2350. 12.30pm - Uniting Church, 114 Rusden Street - $20, $15 - www.trybooking.com/CFKOJ - booking fee applies Double Suites - Cello and Percussion - Cellist, Rachel Scott (Bach in the Dark) plays Bach cello suite no. 1 and is joined by percussionist, Ben Sibson, playing a range of different drums in suite no. 3 to highlight […]

Warkon is part psychological, part bildungsroman, part crime mystery fiction, helped largely by the clever interweaving of storylines and the author's fine feel for language and tone that is quintessentially Australian. It manages to blend stark existential horror with unbearable beauty, told as if it were an incandescent fever dream, and achieves to create a deep, unforgettable impression

This is an Australian Cutting Horse Group event promoting Cutting and Snafflebit horses, offering competition events for the whole family to enjoy. Come and see riders of all ages compete in this traditional horse sport.

Enjoy the delights of Guyra's main street shops, eateries and tourist attractions, and wander through the beautiful Old Manse Garden. A history of this magnificent garden, as well as light refreshments, and a selection of pieces for sale by local makers, will all be available at the garden. Event brought to you by the Guyra & community Progress Association to raise funds for the improvement and beautification of Guyra.