There’s plenty of things to do across Canberra this weekend, 18-20 February, so if you’re making plans, look no further.
Friday 18 February
Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead at Canberra REP Theatre
A modern classic, this fabulously inventive tale of Hamlet as told from the worm’s-eye view of the bewildered Rosencrantz and Guildenstern, two minor characters in Shakespeare’s play.
Previously scheduled for performance in 2021, the territory went into lockdown on the original Preview performance day of 12 August. Directed by Cate Clelland, Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead is REP’s first production for 2022.
This Canberra REP production will be performed at Canberra REP Theatre, Acton, all weekend right through to 5 March; canberrarep.org.au
The Park Avenue Band
Described as ‘an evening of artistic and musical decadence’, The Park Avenue Band will play the ‘creme de la creme’ of soul, pop and soft rock hits from the 1960s through to now.
Enjoy great music, good vibes, wine by the glass, beer by the bottle and the pleasure of walking through an eclectic art gallery at the Artist Shed, Fyshwick, Friday 18 February, 7-10pm; artistshed.com.au
Saturday 19 February
Kippax Marketplace
A new indoor market set to run on the third Saturday of every month will start this weekend, 19 February, 8am to 12 noon at Kippax Uniting Church Community Centre; free entry.
Cakes, kitchenware, household items, vinyl records, and plety more will be available, while funds raised will go toward the church charity.
Gateball season launch at Canberra Croquet Club
A game with a difference played by more than 20 million worldwide, Gateball is new to Australia but is taking off, especially for older people.
Combining croquet with the skills of billiards and the strategy of chess, the Canberra Croquet Club at Yarralumla is hosting the 2022 Gateball Triples Championships on 19-20 February.
More than 50 competitors in twelve teams will be vying for the title of Canberra Triples Gateball Champion with players from Queensland, Victoria and NSW all in town for the occasion.
UC Caps vs Townsville Fire
The most successful team in the Women’s National Basketball League, the UC Capitals return to their home court in Canberra to take on the Townville Fire at National Convention Centre Canberra on Saturday 19 February 5pm.
Currently in second spot on the ladder, the UC Caps are chasing their tenth WNBL championship the only way they know how – in front of their loud and proud fans at the NCCC.
Tickets here.
Melinda Schneider – Love Songs
Soulful big-voice love from an Australian music icon, multi Golden Guitar Award winner and chart-topping singer/songwriter, Melinda Schneider.
An emotional, intimate and soulful performance of original and classic songs with timeless romantic cuts from the likes of Carole King, Joni Mitchell, Dolly Parton and more at The Street, City West, Saturday 19 February, 8pm; thestreet.org.au
Sunday 20 February
Brumbies kick off 2022 Super Rugby Pacific season
Thousands of Brumbies fans will converge on GIO Stadium, Bruce this weekend as Canberra’s proud rugby union side launch their 2022 Super Rugby Pacific season against the Western Force in the family-friendly Sunday afternoon slot, with kick-off at 2pm; tickets here.
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