Open Mic Poetry Night
Australian Poetry Hall of Fame 144 Bradley Street, GUYRA, NSW, AustraliaNew poets, old poets and poets from far away, everyone is welcome to perform or listen.
No matter what time of year you visit, chances are there will be an event or festival in or around Armidale.
Events not to be missed include the Autumn Festival, Big Chill Festival, The Bach Festival, The New England Garden Festival, Armidale International Film Festival and Guyra Lamb and Potato Festival. Other great annual events include New England Sings, The Armidale Cup, Guyra Trout Festival, Armidale Youth Orchestra Garden Party, Vintage Truck, Machinery and Heavy Horse Show and the NEGS Equestrian events. The calendar is full with premier sport events including the TAS Rugby Carnivals, Tour de Rocks and the 12hr Mountain Bike Enduro.
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New poets, old poets and poets from far away, everyone is welcome to perform or listen.
The Flower and the Fiddle: The Eclectic and Magical Music of Goldheist and Andrew Clermont. Arts North West On Tour presents The Flower & The Fiddle. This musical powerhouse duo features multi-instrumentalist Andrew Clermont (violin/mandolin/guitar/didgeridoo) and singer-songwriter GOLDHEIST (piano/vocals), presenting an evocative and enchanting show full of stories, characters and connection, beautifully rendered with exquisite musicianship shimmering with folk, classical and Celtic elements. Eclectic and exhilarating – a great concert for all ages. The event is BYO alcohol (18+ only, […]
The quintessential bluesman, Ash Grunwald, performs in Guyra for the first time. Infectious foot stomping, good old fashion blues that instantly makes you want to get up and dance. Ash has released nine studio albums and received five ARIA nominations, but it is his relentless touring schedule and his commitment to bring the music to the people that has him scouring the map to play in just about any place that will have him, and one that has won him […]
CANCELLED Italian tenor, Raffaele Pierno, will delight audiences with the greatest tenor solos of all time by artists such as Caruso, Pavarotti, Bocelli, Groban, Mario Lanza and more. He will be joined by associate artist, Melissa Buchholz, on piano.
Songs from the Porch of Life, is based upon the songwriters in the round format, a format which is enormously popular in the USA in places like Nashville. In simple terms it is two or three singer-songwriters on stage at once performing their original songs, as well as songs by other writers that influenced them in their writing. Basically it is two or three solo acts on stage at once, or as we like to say, three stools, three microphones, […]
Acclaimed soprano Caroline King returns to New England to join local soloists, Leanne Roobol and Rowena Moon, in Giovanni Pergolesi’s exquisite Stabat Mater with Fiori Musicali chamber choir and ensemble. The musicians will also present the Cantata Jesu, meines Lebens Leben and the Trio Sonata in B flat Major by the great Danish-German Dietrich Buxtehude - one of the most esteemed and influential composers of his time. Laura Curotta, Robert Van Gend (violins), Jacquie Epps (viola), Sofia Debus (cello), Bobyn […]
UK based South Australian Music Hall of Fame inductee, singer-songwriter, Gwyn Ashton, is returning to Australia in February/March to promote his latest album Mojo Soul. As one of Europe and Australia's hardest working musicians, Ashton takes his audience on a mesmerizing musical journey, from haunting lap slide instrumentals and acoustic ballads, to gut bucket National steel guitar bottleneck slide-driven blues and beyond. Ashton is on the top of the list of the new wave of modern blues rock artists. Make […]
Don't miss out on the ultimate Summer Dance Party that promises a fantastic time for the whole family. Come ready to dance, laugh, and make the most of this memorable summer celebration. Dance to the hottest beats spun by our talented DJ and live music performances. From the latest hits to classic tunes, there's something for every generation to groove to. Showcase your best moves in the dance contests. Keep your energy up with delicious raw treats from Seahorse Medicine […]
Join us for an electrifying night with Cassy Judy on her highly anticipated tour. Get ready to be blown away by her mesmerizing vocals and captivating stage presence. Prepare to be immersed in a night of unforgettable music and incredible energy. Cassy Judy will take you on a musical journey like no other, showcasing her latest hits and fan favourites. Do not miss out on this exclusive in-person event! Grab your friends and get ready to dance the night away. […]
Get ready to embrace the arrival of 2024 with an evening of music, dance, and joyous festivities at the New Year's Eve Burning Dance Party. Event features burning effigy bonfire, BBQ cookout, dance, raffle prizes, BYO food to cook on BBQ, NO glass permitted, BYO lawn chairs/picnic blanket.
With fresh local produce and craft for sale, the market also features live music and poetry performances throughout the morning.
Featuring: 14-17 November - Poetry Writing and Performance Workshops; 18-19 November - ABPA-NSW Bush Poetry Championships; 12 November - NEWC Presents: Poets Walkabout; Australia's top poets' performances; Australian Poetry Film Festival, Poet's Breakfast, walkups, music and more.
The Film Festival is an event entirely devoted to the celebration and showcasing of bush poetry film. Poetry film or video poetry is a fast-growing art form that combines poetry, moving images, sound and music. An invitation is extended to film makers and poets of any age and background to participate in the inaugural Festival. In particular, the submission of innovative and eclectic takes on bush poetry film as a distinct media form is encouraged.
Sections for poetry performances are: traditional, modern, original humorous and original serious. Come along and listen to our fabulously talented bush poets.
Conducted by Stuart Pavel, Fiori Musicali will present a concert of folk song arrangements and original compositions by some of the greatest English composers of the 20th Century. Including music by Ralph Vaughan Williams, Gustav Holst, Edward Elgar and Benjamin Britten, the concert will take you on a journey through England's varied landscapes and romantic adventures.
Tickets also available from Australian Poetry Hall of Fame Music supplied by The Big Hairy Bush Dance Band. Food available on the night.
St John Passion performed by Fiori Musicali Chamber Choir and Orchestra - Elias Wilson (Evangelist), Aidan O'Donnell (Christ), Ziggy Harris (Pilate), Sarah Adeney (soprano), Rowena Moon (alto), Leanne Roobol (alto) with Bruce Menzies (conductor).
End the Lamb & Potato with BANGON Bush Dance with the Big Hairy Bush Dance Band. We had such fun last time that we have invited them back for the Lamb and Potato Festival.....The Big Hairy Bush Dance Band gets everyone up and come with a caller to walk you through all the dances so you don't even need to know how to dance. There will be food and beverages available.
Watch out as you and your friends become the stars of the show when you volunteer to be hypnotised by Hypnotist - Wayne Donnelly. In this hilarious two-hour comedy hypnosis show the volunteers (not victims) display a range of feats, talents and surprises to make you laugh until your sides hurt. You might see people you know speak fluent Alien, sing like they are a rockstar, speak on their shoe phone or one of many other creative and side splitting […]
Featuring our special guest poet, all the way from the Tweed and returning to Guyra after spud picking in the 60s, bush poet extraordinaire, Paddy O'Brien. Walk ups are welcome and camping is free at Mother of Ducks Lagoon. Breakfast is served from 9.00am and the event begins at 10.00am and goes to midday.