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“It’s different to other shows. It’s like a real TV show from the 1960’s. I haven’t seen anything like it before”! (Michelle K, 2024 audience member) The Robertson Brothers are thrilled to be returning with their new heart-warming and uplifting 1960’s Variety TV Show! Geoff and Ben Robertson are back as your charming and cheeky hosts for this nostalgic night of entertainment as they pay tribute to the musical giants of the 1960’s – The Beatles, Petula Clark, Del Shannon, Beach Boys, The Hollies, Bee Gees and the Everly Brothers. Variety TV Show fans will be excited to know the multi-talented Simon Brook McLachlan (from the Original Australian cast of Jersey Boys) will return in 2025 to thrill us with his very special tribute to Del Shannon. Also joining the Variety show this year is the amazing Cosima De Vito (Australian Idol) with her incredible tribute to Petula Clark.
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The Adelaide Symphony Orchestra is travelling to Erawirung Country in Renmark for a one-night-only concert at the beautiful Chaffey Theatre! Connect intimately with the powerful sound of the Orchestra while Concertmaster Kate Suthers Play/Directs from the violin. Hear the iconic violin introduction that flutters like a bird carried on the breeze in The Lark Ascending, then Grieg’s warm-spirited Holberg Suite carries the lightness of a dance, while Strauss inspires merriment through runaway flutes and cheeky horns in a musical tale about a medieval prankster. We wrap up the evening with Mozart's grand and glorious Haffner Symphony. Join us for a stunning evening of classical music. Tickets on sale now. Kate Suthers Director/Violin Repertoire Grieg Holberg Suite Vaughan Williams The Lark Ascending Strauss (arr. Brett Dean) Till Eulenspiegel’s Merry Pranks Mozart Haffner Symphony
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Bjorn Again! The Waterloo Anniversary Tour Celebrating 50 Years of ABBA's Triumph Get ready to celebrate the golden jubilee of ABBA's historic Eurovision Song Contest victory in 1974 with 'Waterloo' – a moment that changed music history forever and catapulted ABBA into the hearts and minds of music lovers across the globe! Join Bjorn Again on their Waterloo Anniversary Tour in 2024, as they celebrate this iconic milestone, bringing the timeless magic of ABBA to fans all over the world Get ready to experience the ultimate ABBA tribute like never before. This electrifying tour will have you dancing in the aisles, singing your heart out, and reliving the magic of the one and only ABBA. Australia’s own Bjorn Again is a globally recognised show and has performed in over 120 countries to critical acclaim. Endorsed by the original members of ABBA, they're hailed as the most successful tribute show of all time. Prepare to be transported to the golden era of disco, where platforms were high, and the music was even higher. This is your chance to become a "Dancing Queen" or a "Super Trouper" for a night of pure nostalgia and non-stop fun. Rolling Stone Magazine, USA hails them as "Fabulously flawless," and Time Out Magazine New York raves, "One of the most entertaining live shows in the world today." But this isn't just hype – it's the truth! The stage will come alive with dazzling lights, iconic costumes, and an infectious energy that will have you grooving from the first beat. You won't just hear the music; you'll feel the spirit of ABBA in every note. Sing along to timeless hits like “WATERLOO”, "Mamma Mia," "Take a Chance on Me," “Dancing Queen” and more! So dust off your disco attire, gather your friends, and get ready for a night you'll never forget. It's the perfect opportunity to celebrate 50 years since ABBA’s Eurovision Song Contest triumph and the beloved music of ABBA in the most spectacular way. SEND OUT AN SOS AND RING RING TO BOOK NOW!
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Commissioning Credit: Originally commissioned by Malthouse Theatre and co-presented by Malthouse Theatre and Belvoir Looking for Alibrandi By Vidya Rajan Based on the novel by Melina Marchetta Josie Alibrandi is in her final year of high school. Whip-smart and aspirational, she is a third-generation Italian teenager and scholarship kid, with the shadow of a family curse and a penchant for rule-breaking. Juggling grades, boys, and the claustrophobia of an overbearing nonna and saintly mother, Josie’s life becomes tangled in the webs of class, identity, and family history as she finds her place in a changing world. Iconic novel and cult movie, Looking for Alibrandi is the honest and empowered portrait of 1990s Mediterranean culture that spoke for the first time about systemic racism in Australia from a migrant perspective. It defined a generation and to this day resonates with those caught in the stranglehold of identity and othering in this country. Award-winning director Stephen Nicolazzo (Loaded, Merciless Gods) brought Melina Marchetta’s iconic best-selling novel - which she adapted into the cult 2000 movie - to the stage for the first time, where Vidya Rajan’s AWGIE nominated adaptation joined three generations of women in a passionate, heart wrenching, and unmissable rendering of the Australian classic. With live passata sauce making, traditional Italian music and a soundtrack of Australian pop classics, Looking for Alibrandi is a vibrant theatrical experience full of passion, laughs, and beauty. Now, as part of Brink’s next chapter, this hilarious, spirited and heart-warming production returns for a national tour starring original cast members Chanella Macri, Lucia Mastrantone, Jennifer Vuletic, Ashton Malcom, Riley Warner and Chris Asimos. Performed in English and Italian Director: Stephen Nicolazzo Writer: Vidya Rajan Set and Costume Design: Kate Davis Lighting Design: Katie Sfetkidis Sound Design: Daniel Nixon Musicians: Rosa Voto and Renato Vacerca Tarantella Choreography: Rosa Voto Dialect Coach: Paulo Bongiovanni Cultural and Language Consultant: Lucia Mastrantone ★★★★★ “Clever, heartening and well-crafted. Nicolazzo’s passion for the piece is palpable; his bold, stylised production is rich with symbolism but stark enough to allow the actors to give beautifully, distinctive performances full of detail and gravitas.” Theatre Matters ★★★★1/2 "This comical and beautifully honest look at cultural identity, class and trauma is brought to vivid life in director Stephen Nicolazzo and writer Vidya Rajan’s ridiculously enjoyable sunbeam of a production.” Arts Hub ★★★★ “Chanella Macri is perfectly cast” The AU Review ★★★★ “A heart-warming tale whose humour, honesty, radiant social relevance and narrative longevity can survive not only novel and film incarnations, but now, I’m delighted to report, a stage play too." Theatre Now “Dark and uncompromising. It will resonate with subsequent waves of migrants” The Australian “Achingly raw…painfully, beautifully rendered…Timeless” The Guardian Image Credit: Daniel Boud
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Coal Miner's Daughter, celebrating the life & career of the late & great Loretta Lynn, is coming to town. "Loretta Lynn paved the way for women like me in country music, to take centre stage" Amber Joy Poulton star of Coal Miner's Daughter In floor length gowns adorned with tassels and rhinestones, with hair as close to country music heaven as possible, where country music started and still should be, in the theatre, just like the Grand Ole Opry! Amber Joy Poulton (as Loretta Lynn), Lizzie Moore (as Patsy Cline) & The Preacher Denis Surmon (as Conway Twitty & Willie Nelson) along with kickin' band The Holy Men, will sing the story of a champion of women’s rights, a mother of six & a lifetime of chart topping hits. This inspiring theatre show was a smash hit at the 2023 & 2024 Tamworth Country Music Festival and played to packed theatres in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, South Australia throughout 2023 & 2024, as well as regional centres. Coal Miner’s Daughter celebrates the incredible life of the late great Loretta Lynn, from her early days in the hills of Kentucky to her tempestuous marriage, tragic losses and enduring bonds with such luminaries as Patsy Cline, Conway Twitty, Tammy Wynette, Dolly Parton and Willie Nelson, across a stellar career, till her final send off to country music heaven in October 2022. On their 2022 tour, Amber Joy Poulton & the cast of Coal Miner’s Daughter played to more than 10,000 people across Australia and in an eerie twist of fate, were performing opening night at the very moment of Loretta’s sad passing in Tennessee last year. Audiences will be captivated by the masterful storytelling, performances and catalogue of hits, including 'Don't Come Home A-Drinkin' With Lovin' On Your Mind', 'I Fall To Pieces', 'You Ain't Woman Enough To Take My Man', 'Crazy', 'Silver Threads & Golden Needles', 'Walkin' After Midnight', 'You're Lookin' At Country', 'One's On The Way', 'Stand By Your Man', 'After The Fire Is Gone' and more. This is a show not to be missed and with the passing of the great Loretta Lynn, there is no better time to celebrate her music.
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COSENTINO ~ Decennium ‘The Greatest Hits Tour’ Australia’s world-renowned entertainer and International Magician of the Year, Cosentino, is returning to perform his brand new, 90minute live show ‘Decennium'. This greatest hits production will be one of the must see shows of 2025! Join Cosentino as he performs death-defying escapes that will thrill your senses, mind-boggling stage illusions and cutting-edge street magic that twists your view of reality. His trademark blend of dance and magic with a touch of hilarious audience participation will take you on a journey that will captivate fans, new and old, until the very last mind-bending moment. Now recognised as Australia’s most successful magician, Cosentino has spent the last four years touring to packed houses and rave reviews around the world, while his prime-time TV specials have now been seen by over 100 million people across the globe. www.cosentino.com.au
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Inside of his book, adventurous Harold (Zachary Levi) can make anything come to life simply by drawing it. After he grows up and draws himself off the book’s pages and into the physical world, Harold finds he has a lot to learn about real life—and that his trusty purple crayon may set off more hilarious hijinks than he thought possible. When the power of unlimited imagination falls into the wrong hands, it will take all of Harold and his friends’ creativity to save both the real world and his own. Harold and the Purple Crayon is the first film adaptation of the beloved children’s classic that has captivated young readers for decades. Residents of the Renmark Paringa Council area are invited to a FREE school holiday screening of Harold and the Purple Crayon (PG). Proudly presented by Renmark Paringa Council. Please note that ticket numbers are limited, and the following terms and conditions apply: By booking your free ticket/s, you acknowledge the following terms and conditions as set out by Renmark Paringa Council and understands that: 1. Those attending must be a resident of the Renmark Paringa Council area, with the residential address provided as part of the booking process being the address that the attendee resides at. 2. This event will not be supervised. There will be Chaffey Theatre staff/volunteers present however they are not responsible for providing supervision to child/ren. 3. Travel to and from the Chaffey Theatre is the responsibility of the attendee. No transport service will be provided.
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Australian country music royalty, Kasey Chambers, whose distinctive voice, heart-felt lyrics and world-class performances have earned her the rightful position of one of the most popular and acclaimed artists of her generation, is hitting the road on a national album tour celebrating her newest record Backbone and a journey down through the years of her career and life. With a career spanning over 25 years, Kasey continues to inspire with her trademark authenticity and unwavering commitment to her craft. At a time when she could easily rest on her laurels the beloved singer, songwriter, producer, author, mum and ARIA Hall-of-Famer instead launches herself into one of her most ambitious projects to date officially returning with both her ninth solo album, Backbone, and her new book Just Don't Be A Dickhead....and other profound things I’ve learnt. Whether you grew up listening to Kasey Chambers or her albums were passed down from an older generation, she invites one and all who have followed her journey in any capacity to take in the Backbone tour. “This album is who I am and I cannot wait to hit the stage and share some of the new songs alongside all of my favourite songs to perform across my whole career of albums. This show will essentially be like the soundtrack of my life.” Hailed as bringing Australian country music into the mainstream, Kasey has won 14 x ARIA Music Awards, 24 x CMAA Golden Guitar Awards, and 10 x APRA Music Awards. Her 12 albums have sold more than 15 x platinum, and include 5 x No. 1 albums, and her double-platinum No. 1 single ‘Not Pretty Enough’ Don’t miss out on an evening of incredible storytelling and performances of fan-favourite hits and brand-new music! Digital Download Details: Brand New Kasey Chambers Album ‘Backbone’ Digital Download For your listening pleasure or gift it to a friend! Release Date: Friday 4th October 2024
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Experience an unforgettable journey with Walt Disney Animation Studio's epic musical, "Moana 2." Join Moana, Maui, and a new crew of seafarers on an adventurous voyage through the vast and mysterious oceans of Oceania. Called by her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must navigate dangerous, long-lost waters for an extraordinary adventure like no other.
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A Windmill Theatre Company Production. Windmill Theatre Co is supported by the Government of South Australia and the Australian Government through Creative Australia, its arts funding and advisory body. Microscopic. Indestructible. (this is the tag line) Tardigrades… perhaps you’ve heard of them? Small but mighty, they have withstood multiple extinction periods, surviving boiling temperatures and the freezing temperatures of space. With a surprising cult following, some people call them ‘Water Bears’, others call them ‘Moss Piglets’. Moss Piglet is an explosive portrait of the world’s most resilient and curious critters. Taking young audiences from jelly-filled petri dishes to the depths of a volcano to Arctic glaciers to the moon, the work explodes the mysteries of the wildly weird tardigrade. Playful and thrilling, Moss Piglet is an epic new work about how even the tiniest of things can be the strongest. Think Bruce Willis in Die Hard… but teeny tiny with eight legs… who loves moss.
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Join the adventure in "Mufasa: The Lion King" as Rafiki shares the legendary story of Mufasa with young Kiara, the daughter of Simba and Nala. Timon and Pumbaa add their classic humor to this captivating tale. Through flashbacks, witness Mufasa’s journey from an orphaned cub to meeting Taka, a royal heir. This chance encounter sparks an epic quest with a diverse group of misfits, united in their search for destiny. Together, they face challenges and confront a dangerous foe, testing their bonds and bravery.
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Nunga Screen celebrates First Nations’ culture, stories and language through film; sharing stories of history, healing, belonging, community and connection to Country. The program consists of various short films across both scripted and unscripted documentary formats from First Nations filmmakers. Roughly half of the 90-minute program is suitable and engaging for young viewers and can be varied to suit any audience. Nunga Screen runs annually between Reconciliation Week and NAIDOC Week. Film program annouced soon. For tickets and further information visit countryarts.org.au Bookings Essential!
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As seen on Britain’s Got Talent, winner of ‘Best Comedy Show' at the Adelaide Fringe Festival and following a sold-out UK, New Zealand, and Australian tour in 2024, don’t miss Nurse Georgie Carroll this March! Georgie has seen it all and is bringing her hilarious award-winning stand-up to the Riverland for one night only. You'll laugh, you'll gasp, you'll cry, it might even hurt, but it will make you better. She should have been a midwife as she always delivers!
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PADDINGTON IN PERU brings Paddington's story to Peru as he returns to visit his beloved Aunt Lucy, who now resides at the Home for Retired Bears. With the Brown Family in tow, a thrilling adventure ensues when a mystery plunges them into an unexpected journey through the Amazon rainforest and up to the mountain peaks of Peru.
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After a villain kidnaps Santa from the North Pole, an E.L.F operative must partner with the world’s most accomplished tracker to find Santa and save Christmas. Starring Dwayne Johnson, “Red One” is a must-see action-comedy event that delivers a fresh twist on Christmas for the holiday season. Directed by Jake Kasdan, who has previously teamed with Johnson on the blockbuster “Jumanji” movies, this multigenerational global spectacle features such megawatt stars as Chris Evans teaming up in a high stakes adventure packed with adrenaline and attitude.
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Sonic the Hedgehog returns to the big screen this holiday season in his most thrilling adventure yet. Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails reunite against a powerful new adversary, Shadow, a mysterious villain with powers unlike anything they have faced before. With their abilities outmatched in every way, Team Sonic must seek out an unlikely alliance in hopes of stopping Shadow and protecting the planet.
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Everybody is a master of something. Blink, step, jump, balance, flip,fly. This is an ode to the countless hours needed to achieve great things. A tribute to the dedication required to realise our physical ambitions. An acknowledgement of the backstory that is often more spectacular than the finished product. Eight world class acrobats investigate physical skill; how we obtain it, how we perfect it, and how it can transform our lives. Through highlighting the nuance of high-level acrobatics, audiences experience a heightened appreciation of the countless hours required to master the skills they are witnessing. This is a love letter to our bodies and the amazing things they let us do every day. This is an invitation to watch us Created by: Director: Lachlan Binns Associate Director: Darcy Grant Set & Lighting Designer: Chris Petredis Assistant Designer: Max Mackenzie Composer: Nick Martin, Shenzo Gregorio Costume Designer: Olivia Zanchetta Production Manager: Martin Schreiber Creative Producer: Jascha Boyce Ensemble: Jacob Randell, Alyssa Moore, Kevin Beverley, Lachlan Harper, Annalise Moore, Andre Augustus, Axl Osborne, Shani Stephens “Once again gravity and other myths bring shock, awe, and delight.” - Glam Adelaide ★★★★★ “Jaw-dropping” - The AU review ★★★★★ “Regular gasps and squeals of disbelief from the audience members behind me, and spontaneous applause from the audience throughout, reassure me that it is not just me who thinks some of the skills on display are unbelievable. This is an almost mind blowing level of skill on display and what can be achieved with a dedicated pursuit of perfection.” - The Clothesline ★★★★★ “The performance is a showcase of this company’s talent that extends way beyond acrobatics, into visual storytelling, movement, and contemporary dance.” - Stage Whispers ★★★★★ “I would give this 10 stars if I could. An absolutely mind blowing show from this home grown Adelaide company.” - Kids In Adelaide ★★★★★
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Hailed as “Australia’s leading tribute act,” The 60 Four are set to deliver an unforgettable experience, recreating the biggest hits of the ’60s and ’70s in a spectacular, Vegas-style production. Backed by a spectacular live band, The 60 Four deliver a powerful performance of evocative and exhilarating nostalgia, with captivating ballads and up-tempo, twisting hits. Tributing The Beatles, The Beach Boys, Frankie Valli, The Bee Gees, Johnny O’Keefe, Elvis Presley, Stevie Wonder, Tom Jones and more, it’s 2 hours of non-stop hits. They’re taking Australia by storm. Find out what the hype is about. “on the brink of belonging to the world.” Stage Whispers “vividly versatile and masses of foot-stomping fun.” ~ The Barefoot Review “a night of unbridled joy” ~ Fringe World FringeFeed ★★★★★ Stage Whispers, ★★★★★ Glam Adelaide, ★★★★★Weekend Notes, ★★★★★The Barefoot Review ★★★★★Arts Review ★★★★★Theatre Travels
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Set 183 years before the events chronicled in the original trilogy of films, “The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim” tells the fate of the House of Helm Hammerhand, the legendary King of Rohan. A sudden attack by Wulf, a clever and ruthless Dunlending lord seeking vengeance for the death of his father, forces Helm and his people to make a daring last stand in the ancient stronghold of the Hornburg—a mighty fortress that will later come to be known as Helm’s Deep. Finding herself in an increasingly desperate situation, Héra, the daughter of Helm, must summon the will to lead the resistance against a deadly enemy intent on their total destruction.
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Experience the wonder of Roy Orbison in this brilliant theatrical portrayal of the man, his music, his voice and his life. You will find yourself believing you are in his presence, transported back in time, reliving the emotion of each of his songs and the stories of his life. Mark Shelley is simply brilliant in his characterisation of Roy. He not only has the vocal range & tone to honour his songs, he also has the sensitivity and artistic ability to be Roy. Without doubt, this is the definitive portrayal of Roy Orbison - the man, his music & his life. Only the Lonely, Running Scared, Sweet Dream Baby, Candy Man,Blue bayo,In Dreams, Anything You Want,Crying,Workin for the Man,Penny Arcade,Pretty Woman and many more. From his initial success in the 1960’s to the resurgence of his career in the 80’s, Roy Orbison’s voice remained remarkable, communicating an emotional intensity not experienced in popular music before or since. His songs conveyed vulnerability, love, loss and fun. His performance was unique, simple and powerful. Orbison’s life was littered with personal tragedy, & career highs & lows. His wonderful resurgence in popularity in the late 80’s through his legendary ‘Black & White Night’ Concert, his solo album ‘Mystery Girl’, & the formation of the Supergroup ‘The Traveling Wilburys’ was a fitting final chapter for such a creative genius.
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The Sweet Caroline Tour: A Tribute to Neil Diamond is putting all those well-loved classics back on stage and in the spotlight, showcased by a world-class international band and produced especially for the theatre. Take a step back to the glory days of music with this beautiful live tribute concert, featuring impeccable renditions of Sweet Caroline, Cherry Cherry, Red Red Wine, Crunchy Granola Suite, Shilo, Cracklin’ Rosie, You Don’t Bring Me Flowers, Holly Holy, Desiree, Forever In Blue Jeans, Song Sung Blue, Brother Love’s Travelling Salvation Show, I Am… I Said, Girl You’ll Be a Woman Soon and more. BOOK NOW to avoid disappointment!
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After two decades as one of the most beloved and enduring musicals on the stage, Wicked makes its long-awaited journey to the big screen as a spectacular, generation-defining cinematic event this holiday season. Wicked, the untold story of the witches of Oz, stars Emmy, Grammy and Tony winning powerhouse Cynthia Erivo (Harriet, Broadway’s The Color Purple) as Elphaba, a young woman, misunderstood because of her unusual green skin, who has yet to discover her true power, and Grammy-winning, multi-platinum recording artist and global superstar Ariana Grande as Glinda, a popular young woman, gilded by privilege and ambition, who has yet to discover her true heart.
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“It’s different to other shows. It’s like a real TV show from the 1960’s. I haven’t seen anything like it before”! (Michelle K, 2024 audience member) The Robertson Brothers are thrilled to be returning with their new heart-warming and uplifting 1960’s Variety TV Show! Geoff and Ben Robertson are back as your charming and cheeky hosts for this nostalgic night of entertainment as they pay tribute to the musical giants of the 1960’s – The Beatles, Petula Clark, Del Shannon, Beach Boys, The Hollies, Bee Gees and the Everly Brothers. Variety TV Show fans will be excited to know the multi-talented Simon Brook McLachlan (from the Original Australian cast of Jersey Boys) will return in 2025 to thrill us with his very special tribute to Del Shannon. Also joining the Variety show this year is the amazing Cosima De Vito (Australian Idol) with her incredible tribute to Petula Clark.
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The Adelaide Symphony Orchestra is travelling to Erawirung Country in Renmark for a one-night-only concert at the beautiful Chaffey Theatre! Connect intimately with the powerful sound of the Orchestra while Concertmaster Kate Suthers Play/Directs from the violin. Hear the iconic violin introduction that flutters like a bird carried on the breeze in The Lark Ascending, then Grieg’s warm-spirited Holberg Suite carries the lightness of a dance, while Strauss inspires merriment through runaway flutes and cheeky horns in a musical tale about a medieval prankster. We wrap up the evening with Mozart's grand and glorious Haffner Symphony. Join us for a stunning evening of classical music. Tickets on sale now. Kate Suthers Director/Violin Repertoire Grieg Holberg Suite Vaughan Williams The Lark Ascending Strauss (arr. Brett Dean) Till Eulenspiegel’s Merry Pranks Mozart Haffner Symphony
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Bjorn Again! The Waterloo Anniversary Tour Celebrating 50 Years of ABBA's Triumph Get ready to celebrate the golden jubilee of ABBA's historic Eurovision Song Contest victory in 1974 with 'Waterloo' – a moment that changed music history forever and catapulted ABBA into the hearts and minds of music lovers across the globe! Join Bjorn Again on their Waterloo Anniversary Tour in 2024, as they celebrate this iconic milestone, bringing the timeless magic of ABBA to fans all over the world Get ready to experience the ultimate ABBA tribute like never before. This electrifying tour will have you dancing in the aisles, singing your heart out, and reliving the magic of the one and only ABBA. Australia’s own Bjorn Again is a globally recognised show and has performed in over 120 countries to critical acclaim. Endorsed by the original members of ABBA, they're hailed as the most successful tribute show of all time. Prepare to be transported to the golden era of disco, where platforms were high, and the music was even higher. This is your chance to become a "Dancing Queen" or a "Super Trouper" for a night of pure nostalgia and non-stop fun. Rolling Stone Magazine, USA hails them as "Fabulously flawless," and Time Out Magazine New York raves, "One of the most entertaining live shows in the world today." But this isn't just hype – it's the truth! The stage will come alive with dazzling lights, iconic costumes, and an infectious energy that will have you grooving from the first beat. You won't just hear the music; you'll feel the spirit of ABBA in every note. Sing along to timeless hits like “WATERLOO”, "Mamma Mia," "Take a Chance on Me," “Dancing Queen” and more! So dust off your disco attire, gather your friends, and get ready for a night you'll never forget. It's the perfect opportunity to celebrate 50 years since ABBA’s Eurovision Song Contest triumph and the beloved music of ABBA in the most spectacular way. SEND OUT AN SOS AND RING RING TO BOOK NOW!
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Commissioning Credit: Originally commissioned by Malthouse Theatre and co-presented by Malthouse Theatre and Belvoir Looking for Alibrandi By Vidya Rajan Based on the novel by Melina Marchetta Josie Alibrandi is in her final year of high school. Whip-smart and aspirational, she is a third-generation Italian teenager and scholarship kid, with the shadow of a family curse and a penchant for rule-breaking. Juggling grades, boys, and the claustrophobia of an overbearing nonna and saintly mother, Josie’s life becomes tangled in the webs of class, identity, and family history as she finds her place in a changing world. Iconic novel and cult movie, Looking for Alibrandi is the honest and empowered portrait of 1990s Mediterranean culture that spoke for the first time about systemic racism in Australia from a migrant perspective. It defined a generation and to this day resonates with those caught in the stranglehold of identity and othering in this country. Award-winning director Stephen Nicolazzo (Loaded, Merciless Gods) brought Melina Marchetta’s iconic best-selling novel - which she adapted into the cult 2000 movie - to the stage for the first time, where Vidya Rajan’s AWGIE nominated adaptation joined three generations of women in a passionate, heart wrenching, and unmissable rendering of the Australian classic. With live passata sauce making, traditional Italian music and a soundtrack of Australian pop classics, Looking for Alibrandi is a vibrant theatrical experience full of passion, laughs, and beauty. Now, as part of Brink’s next chapter, this hilarious, spirited and heart-warming production returns for a national tour starring original cast members Chanella Macri, Lucia Mastrantone, Jennifer Vuletic, Ashton Malcom, Riley Warner and Chris Asimos. Performed in English and Italian Director: Stephen Nicolazzo Writer: Vidya Rajan Set and Costume Design: Kate Davis Lighting Design: Katie Sfetkidis Sound Design: Daniel Nixon Musicians: Rosa Voto and Renato Vacerca Tarantella Choreography: Rosa Voto Dialect Coach: Paulo Bongiovanni Cultural and Language Consultant: Lucia Mastrantone ★★★★★ “Clever, heartening and well-crafted. Nicolazzo’s passion for the piece is palpable; his bold, stylised production is rich with symbolism but stark enough to allow the actors to give beautifully, distinctive performances full of detail and gravitas.” Theatre Matters ★★★★1/2 "This comical and beautifully honest look at cultural identity, class and trauma is brought to vivid life in director Stephen Nicolazzo and writer Vidya Rajan’s ridiculously enjoyable sunbeam of a production.” Arts Hub ★★★★ “Chanella Macri is perfectly cast” The AU Review ★★★★ “A heart-warming tale whose humour, honesty, radiant social relevance and narrative longevity can survive not only novel and film incarnations, but now, I’m delighted to report, a stage play too." Theatre Now “Dark and uncompromising. It will resonate with subsequent waves of migrants” The Australian “Achingly raw…painfully, beautifully rendered…Timeless” The Guardian Image Credit: Daniel Boud
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Coal Miner's Daughter, celebrating the life & career of the late & great Loretta Lynn, is coming to town. "Loretta Lynn paved the way for women like me in country music, to take centre stage" Amber Joy Poulton star of Coal Miner's Daughter In floor length gowns adorned with tassels and rhinestones, with hair as close to country music heaven as possible, where country music started and still should be, in the theatre, just like the Grand Ole Opry! Amber Joy Poulton (as Loretta Lynn), Lizzie Moore (as Patsy Cline) & The Preacher Denis Surmon (as Conway Twitty & Willie Nelson) along with kickin' band The Holy Men, will sing the story of a champion of women’s rights, a mother of six & a lifetime of chart topping hits. This inspiring theatre show was a smash hit at the 2023 & 2024 Tamworth Country Music Festival and played to packed theatres in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, South Australia throughout 2023 & 2024, as well as regional centres. Coal Miner’s Daughter celebrates the incredible life of the late great Loretta Lynn, from her early days in the hills of Kentucky to her tempestuous marriage, tragic losses and enduring bonds with such luminaries as Patsy Cline, Conway Twitty, Tammy Wynette, Dolly Parton and Willie Nelson, across a stellar career, till her final send off to country music heaven in October 2022. On their 2022 tour, Amber Joy Poulton & the cast of Coal Miner’s Daughter played to more than 10,000 people across Australia and in an eerie twist of fate, were performing opening night at the very moment of Loretta’s sad passing in Tennessee last year. Audiences will be captivated by the masterful storytelling, performances and catalogue of hits, including 'Don't Come Home A-Drinkin' With Lovin' On Your Mind', 'I Fall To Pieces', 'You Ain't Woman Enough To Take My Man', 'Crazy', 'Silver Threads & Golden Needles', 'Walkin' After Midnight', 'You're Lookin' At Country', 'One's On The Way', 'Stand By Your Man', 'After The Fire Is Gone' and more. This is a show not to be missed and with the passing of the great Loretta Lynn, there is no better time to celebrate her music.
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COSENTINO ~ Decennium ‘The Greatest Hits Tour’ Australia’s world-renowned entertainer and International Magician of the Year, Cosentino, is returning to perform his brand new, 90minute live show ‘Decennium'. This greatest hits production will be one of the must see shows of 2025! Join Cosentino as he performs death-defying escapes that will thrill your senses, mind-boggling stage illusions and cutting-edge street magic that twists your view of reality. His trademark blend of dance and magic with a touch of hilarious audience participation will take you on a journey that will captivate fans, new and old, until the very last mind-bending moment. Now recognised as Australia’s most successful magician, Cosentino has spent the last four years touring to packed houses and rave reviews around the world, while his prime-time TV specials have now been seen by over 100 million people across the globe. www.cosentino.com.au
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Inside of his book, adventurous Harold (Zachary Levi) can make anything come to life simply by drawing it. After he grows up and draws himself off the book’s pages and into the physical world, Harold finds he has a lot to learn about real life—and that his trusty purple crayon may set off more hilarious hijinks than he thought possible. When the power of unlimited imagination falls into the wrong hands, it will take all of Harold and his friends’ creativity to save both the real world and his own. Harold and the Purple Crayon is the first film adaptation of the beloved children’s classic that has captivated young readers for decades. Residents of the Renmark Paringa Council area are invited to a FREE school holiday screening of Harold and the Purple Crayon (PG). Proudly presented by Renmark Paringa Council. Please note that ticket numbers are limited, and the following terms and conditions apply: By booking your free ticket/s, you acknowledge the following terms and conditions as set out by Renmark Paringa Council and understands that: 1. Those attending must be a resident of the Renmark Paringa Council area, with the residential address provided as part of the booking process being the address that the attendee resides at. 2. This event will not be supervised. There will be Chaffey Theatre staff/volunteers present however they are not responsible for providing supervision to child/ren. 3. Travel to and from the Chaffey Theatre is the responsibility of the attendee. No transport service will be provided.
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Australian country music royalty, Kasey Chambers, whose distinctive voice, heart-felt lyrics and world-class performances have earned her the rightful position of one of the most popular and acclaimed artists of her generation, is hitting the road on a national album tour celebrating her newest record Backbone and a journey down through the years of her career and life. With a career spanning over 25 years, Kasey continues to inspire with her trademark authenticity and unwavering commitment to her craft. At a time when she could easily rest on her laurels the beloved singer, songwriter, producer, author, mum and ARIA Hall-of-Famer instead launches herself into one of her most ambitious projects to date officially returning with both her ninth solo album, Backbone, and her new book Just Don't Be A Dickhead....and other profound things I’ve learnt. Whether you grew up listening to Kasey Chambers or her albums were passed down from an older generation, she invites one and all who have followed her journey in any capacity to take in the Backbone tour. “This album is who I am and I cannot wait to hit the stage and share some of the new songs alongside all of my favourite songs to perform across my whole career of albums. This show will essentially be like the soundtrack of my life.” Hailed as bringing Australian country music into the mainstream, Kasey has won 14 x ARIA Music Awards, 24 x CMAA Golden Guitar Awards, and 10 x APRA Music Awards. Her 12 albums have sold more than 15 x platinum, and include 5 x No. 1 albums, and her double-platinum No. 1 single ‘Not Pretty Enough’ Don’t miss out on an evening of incredible storytelling and performances of fan-favourite hits and brand-new music! Digital Download Details: Brand New Kasey Chambers Album ‘Backbone’ Digital Download For your listening pleasure or gift it to a friend! Release Date: Friday 4th October 2024
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Experience an unforgettable journey with Walt Disney Animation Studio's epic musical, "Moana 2." Join Moana, Maui, and a new crew of seafarers on an adventurous voyage through the vast and mysterious oceans of Oceania. Called by her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must navigate dangerous, long-lost waters for an extraordinary adventure like no other.
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A Windmill Theatre Company Production. Windmill Theatre Co is supported by the Government of South Australia and the Australian Government through Creative Australia, its arts funding and advisory body. Microscopic. Indestructible. (this is the tag line) Tardigrades… perhaps you’ve heard of them? Small but mighty, they have withstood multiple extinction periods, surviving boiling temperatures and the freezing temperatures of space. With a surprising cult following, some people call them ‘Water Bears’, others call them ‘Moss Piglets’. Moss Piglet is an explosive portrait of the world’s most resilient and curious critters. Taking young audiences from jelly-filled petri dishes to the depths of a volcano to Arctic glaciers to the moon, the work explodes the mysteries of the wildly weird tardigrade. Playful and thrilling, Moss Piglet is an epic new work about how even the tiniest of things can be the strongest. Think Bruce Willis in Die Hard… but teeny tiny with eight legs… who loves moss.
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Join the adventure in "Mufasa: The Lion King" as Rafiki shares the legendary story of Mufasa with young Kiara, the daughter of Simba and Nala. Timon and Pumbaa add their classic humor to this captivating tale. Through flashbacks, witness Mufasa’s journey from an orphaned cub to meeting Taka, a royal heir. This chance encounter sparks an epic quest with a diverse group of misfits, united in their search for destiny. Together, they face challenges and confront a dangerous foe, testing their bonds and bravery.
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Nunga Screen celebrates First Nations’ culture, stories and language through film; sharing stories of history, healing, belonging, community and connection to Country. The program consists of various short films across both scripted and unscripted documentary formats from First Nations filmmakers. Roughly half of the 90-minute program is suitable and engaging for young viewers and can be varied to suit any audience. Nunga Screen runs annually between Reconciliation Week and NAIDOC Week. Film program annouced soon. For tickets and further information visit countryarts.org.au Bookings Essential!
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As seen on Britain’s Got Talent, winner of ‘Best Comedy Show' at the Adelaide Fringe Festival and following a sold-out UK, New Zealand, and Australian tour in 2024, don’t miss Nurse Georgie Carroll this March! Georgie has seen it all and is bringing her hilarious award-winning stand-up to the Riverland for one night only. You'll laugh, you'll gasp, you'll cry, it might even hurt, but it will make you better. She should have been a midwife as she always delivers!
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PADDINGTON IN PERU brings Paddington's story to Peru as he returns to visit his beloved Aunt Lucy, who now resides at the Home for Retired Bears. With the Brown Family in tow, a thrilling adventure ensues when a mystery plunges them into an unexpected journey through the Amazon rainforest and up to the mountain peaks of Peru.
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After a villain kidnaps Santa from the North Pole, an E.L.F operative must partner with the world’s most accomplished tracker to find Santa and save Christmas. Starring Dwayne Johnson, “Red One” is a must-see action-comedy event that delivers a fresh twist on Christmas for the holiday season. Directed by Jake Kasdan, who has previously teamed with Johnson on the blockbuster “Jumanji” movies, this multigenerational global spectacle features such megawatt stars as Chris Evans teaming up in a high stakes adventure packed with adrenaline and attitude.
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Sonic the Hedgehog returns to the big screen this holiday season in his most thrilling adventure yet. Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails reunite against a powerful new adversary, Shadow, a mysterious villain with powers unlike anything they have faced before. With their abilities outmatched in every way, Team Sonic must seek out an unlikely alliance in hopes of stopping Shadow and protecting the planet.
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Everybody is a master of something. Blink, step, jump, balance, flip,fly. This is an ode to the countless hours needed to achieve great things. A tribute to the dedication required to realise our physical ambitions. An acknowledgement of the backstory that is often more spectacular than the finished product. Eight world class acrobats investigate physical skill; how we obtain it, how we perfect it, and how it can transform our lives. Through highlighting the nuance of high-level acrobatics, audiences experience a heightened appreciation of the countless hours required to master the skills they are witnessing. This is a love letter to our bodies and the amazing things they let us do every day. This is an invitation to watch us Created by: Director: Lachlan Binns Associate Director: Darcy Grant Set & Lighting Designer: Chris Petredis Assistant Designer: Max Mackenzie Composer: Nick Martin, Shenzo Gregorio Costume Designer: Olivia Zanchetta Production Manager: Martin Schreiber Creative Producer: Jascha Boyce Ensemble: Jacob Randell, Alyssa Moore, Kevin Beverley, Lachlan Harper, Annalise Moore, Andre Augustus, Axl Osborne, Shani Stephens “Once again gravity and other myths bring shock, awe, and delight.” - Glam Adelaide ★★★★★ “Jaw-dropping” - The AU review ★★★★★ “Regular gasps and squeals of disbelief from the audience members behind me, and spontaneous applause from the audience throughout, reassure me that it is not just me who thinks some of the skills on display are unbelievable. This is an almost mind blowing level of skill on display and what can be achieved with a dedicated pursuit of perfection.” - The Clothesline ★★★★★ “The performance is a showcase of this company’s talent that extends way beyond acrobatics, into visual storytelling, movement, and contemporary dance.” - Stage Whispers ★★★★★ “I would give this 10 stars if I could. An absolutely mind blowing show from this home grown Adelaide company.” - Kids In Adelaide ★★★★★
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Hailed as “Australia’s leading tribute act,” The 60 Four are set to deliver an unforgettable experience, recreating the biggest hits of the ’60s and ’70s in a spectacular, Vegas-style production. Backed by a spectacular live band, The 60 Four deliver a powerful performance of evocative and exhilarating nostalgia, with captivating ballads and up-tempo, twisting hits. Tributing The Beatles, The Beach Boys, Frankie Valli, The Bee Gees, Johnny O’Keefe, Elvis Presley, Stevie Wonder, Tom Jones and more, it’s 2 hours of non-stop hits. They’re taking Australia by storm. Find out what the hype is about. “on the brink of belonging to the world.” Stage Whispers “vividly versatile and masses of foot-stomping fun.” ~ The Barefoot Review “a night of unbridled joy” ~ Fringe World FringeFeed ★★★★★ Stage Whispers, ★★★★★ Glam Adelaide, ★★★★★Weekend Notes, ★★★★★The Barefoot Review ★★★★★Arts Review ★★★★★Theatre Travels
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Set 183 years before the events chronicled in the original trilogy of films, “The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim” tells the fate of the House of Helm Hammerhand, the legendary King of Rohan. A sudden attack by Wulf, a clever and ruthless Dunlending lord seeking vengeance for the death of his father, forces Helm and his people to make a daring last stand in the ancient stronghold of the Hornburg—a mighty fortress that will later come to be known as Helm’s Deep. Finding herself in an increasingly desperate situation, Héra, the daughter of Helm, must summon the will to lead the resistance against a deadly enemy intent on their total destruction.
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Experience the wonder of Roy Orbison in this brilliant theatrical portrayal of the man, his music, his voice and his life. You will find yourself believing you are in his presence, transported back in time, reliving the emotion of each of his songs and the stories of his life. Mark Shelley is simply brilliant in his characterisation of Roy. He not only has the vocal range & tone to honour his songs, he also has the sensitivity and artistic ability to be Roy. Without doubt, this is the definitive portrayal of Roy Orbison - the man, his music & his life. Only the Lonely, Running Scared, Sweet Dream Baby, Candy Man,Blue bayo,In Dreams, Anything You Want,Crying,Workin for the Man,Penny Arcade,Pretty Woman and many more. From his initial success in the 1960’s to the resurgence of his career in the 80’s, Roy Orbison’s voice remained remarkable, communicating an emotional intensity not experienced in popular music before or since. His songs conveyed vulnerability, love, loss and fun. His performance was unique, simple and powerful. Orbison’s life was littered with personal tragedy, & career highs & lows. His wonderful resurgence in popularity in the late 80’s through his legendary ‘Black & White Night’ Concert, his solo album ‘Mystery Girl’, & the formation of the Supergroup ‘The Traveling Wilburys’ was a fitting final chapter for such a creative genius.
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The Sweet Caroline Tour: A Tribute to Neil Diamond is putting all those well-loved classics back on stage and in the spotlight, showcased by a world-class international band and produced especially for the theatre. Take a step back to the glory days of music with this beautiful live tribute concert, featuring impeccable renditions of Sweet Caroline, Cherry Cherry, Red Red Wine, Crunchy Granola Suite, Shilo, Cracklin’ Rosie, You Don’t Bring Me Flowers, Holly Holy, Desiree, Forever In Blue Jeans, Song Sung Blue, Brother Love’s Travelling Salvation Show, I Am… I Said, Girl You’ll Be a Woman Soon and more. BOOK NOW to avoid disappointment!
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After two decades as one of the most beloved and enduring musicals on the stage, Wicked makes its long-awaited journey to the big screen as a spectacular, generation-defining cinematic event this holiday season. Wicked, the untold story of the witches of Oz, stars Emmy, Grammy and Tony winning powerhouse Cynthia Erivo (Harriet, Broadway’s The Color Purple) as Elphaba, a young woman, misunderstood because of her unusual green skin, who has yet to discover her true power, and Grammy-winning, multi-platinum recording artist and global superstar Ariana Grande as Glinda, a popular young woman, gilded by privilege and ambition, who has yet to discover her true heart.
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