Hello, November – the month that will hopefully bring us some warmer weather and sunshine.
CW has put together a list of the best shows, exhibitions and events to keep an eye out for this month.
Shane Jenek aka Courtney Act: The famous boy, girl, artist, advocate, shares their memoir Caught in the Act, The Street, City West, 1 November 6pm; thestreet.org.au
Come Alive: The showcase of youth theatre schools from NSW and ACT tells stories of inspiration, National Portrait Gallery, 28 October- 2 November; events.humanitix.com
Mt Ainslie Music Club: The community musical ensemble meets for improvisation every first Thursday of the month 8-10pm, Ainslie Art Centre; ainslieandgorman.com.au
Sunshine Super Girl: The story of Evonne Goolagong as presented by Performing Lines, The Q, Queanbeyan, 2-5 November; theq.net.au
503 Service Unavailable: From Canberra Youth Theatre’s Emerge Company, A kaleidoscopic snapshot of digital natives. Gorman Arts Centre, 4-5 November. canberrayouththeatre.com.au
Conflated: This new exhibition draws on the inflatable form as both material and metaphor, ANU School of Art and Design Gallery, until 4 November; soad.cass.anu.edu.au
Smith’s Alternative: Irish Jam each Friday from 4pm; Comedy Open Mic, first Sunday of the month 7pm; smithsalternative.com
Canberra Short Film Fest: Watch short flicks from some of the best homegrown and abroad filmmakers spread between Dendy and Smith’s Alternative. 4-20 November; csff.com.au
503 Service Unavailable: From Canberra Youth Theatre’s Emerge Company, A kaleidoscopic snapshot of digital natives. Gorman Arts Centre, 4-5 November. canberrayouththeatre.com.au
Point and Shoot: The veterans’ photographic exhibition shows a glimpse into the lives of Australians who served their country, at HQ34, 4-6 November; pointandshoot.online
Sideshow: Dinner and entertainment from five fabulous performers ranging from burlesque to a fire ninja, Zoo Bar, 4-5 November; eventbrite.com.au
Canberra Spinners and Weavers: New exhibition Transformation with a Twist along with open day and sale, 4-5 November; www.canberraspinnersandweavers.org.au
Utopiate: Rebus Theatre presents a bold new work challenging perceptions of what disability led theatre can achieve, Belconnen Arts Centre, 4-5 and 12 November; canberradaily.com.au
BlaKiTuP!: Indigenous gender-bending deities host an evening of glam performance, Ainslie Arts Centre, 4 November 7pm; ainslieandgorman.com.au
Bjorn Again: Bring their Mama Mia We’re Back Again! tribute show to Southern Cross Club Woden, 4 November 8pm; cscc.com.au
The Wharf Revue: Perform Looking for Albanese in reflection of the national optimism that lasted a week, Canberra Theatre, 24 October-5 November; canberratheatrecentre.com.au
Tuggeranong Art Centre: Showcases to new fun and bright exhibitions, Swoon! We Are Dizzy With Joy! & All That Glitter, 5 November- 12 December; tuggeranongarts.com
Crookwell Garden Festival: Tour 10 beautiful gardens around the area and enjoy a garden lovers market with plants, tools and more, Crookwell NSW, 5-6 November; crookwellgardenfestival.com
Yass Valley Arts Trail: Showcases the region’s best artists and creators with open studios and exhibitions. 5-6 November; yassvalley.com.au
Japanese Film Festival: Features a showcase of movies from Japan with screenings at Palace Electric, and National Film and Sound Archive, 5–20 November; japanesefilmfestival.net
Canberra Museum + Gallery: Welcomes two new exhibitions: Tom Moore’s Abundant Water, and Blanche Tilden’s ripple effect – a 25 year survey, 5 November-12 February; cmag.com.au
Aurora: A collection of light work created by Tyler Jackson with influence from the Bauhaus, Canberra Contemporary Art Space, 5-27 November; ccas.com.au
Forage Festival: A showcase of the best food and beverages in the Capital featuring some great music as part of DESIGN Canberra, Civic Square, 5 November 2-7pm; theforage.com.au
Sarit Cohen Open Studio: Step inside the studio of the renowned Canberra contemporary ceramic artist, Macquarie, 5 November 10am; saritcohen.com.au
Inspired Water Colour Painting: Practise the art of mindfulness with a workshop from Social Creative, Canberra Outlet, 5 November 11am and 1pm; eventbrite.com.au
MoAD: Home to a host of exhibitions, such as: Democracy DNA; Statement: Jack Green’s Paintings; and Behind the Lines 2021, at Old Parliament House. Free entry; bookings encouraged.
God is Dead: Dive into the very worst of the internet with Bryce Mills and Campbell Walker, at The Street, City West, Saturday 5 November 7pm; thestreet.org.au
Bill Bailey: His rescheduled Australian tour of new show En Route To Normal will stop off at the Royal Theatre, Civic, Saturday 5 November 8pm; billbailey.co.uk
Bric-a-Brac Rummage: Hunt for second-hand treasure in front of South.Point, Tuggeranong, Sundays 9am-3pm.
Not the Only Clay in the Village: Showcasing the work of eight artists from the LGBTQIA+ community living in our region, Canberra Potters, until 6 November; canberrapotters.com.au
20/20/20 Vision: Michael Pugh showcases his photographic interpretations of landscapes at Cuppacumbalong Homestead, Tharwa, until 6 November; cuppacumbalong.com.au
Terrestrial Urbanism: The month-long program hosts markets, exhibitions and an opportunity to explore the future of Dairy Road. 6 November- 4 December, full program; dairyroad.com.au
Capital Brewing Co.: Celebrates its 5th birthday with an afternoon of food, drinks and live entertainment. Dairy Road, Fyshwick, 6 November 11:30am; capitalbrewing.co
Jubilate Deo: Canberra Community Chorale and Kompactus Chamber Choir perform the opera set in seven languages, Wesley Uniting Church, 6 November 5pm; trybooking.com
Catherine Britt: The country music sensation brings special guest Tori Darke to this performance at Tallagandra Hill Winery, Sunday 6 November 5.30pm; eventbrite.com.au
Professor Brian Cox: Brings his live on-stage show Horizons – a 21st Century Space Odyssey to the National Convention Centre, Sunday 6 November 6pm; premier.ticketek.com.au
Moon in a Dew Drop: Artist Lindy Lee’s travelling survey exhibition comes to Canberra Museum + Gallery, until 3 December; cmag.com.au
Transformation: By Candice Addicoat celebrates National Recycling Week with world first designs developed locally. ACT Legislative Assembly, 7-11 November.
Meditation For Life: Free evening course in meditation and spiritual living. 7-28 November; canberrameditation.org
Chalkface: The rowdy tale of two teachers who put their differences aside to stand up for what’s right, Canberra Theatre, 9-12 November; canberratheatrecentre.com
The Tryouts: Launch their debut EP on the Nothing Bad Is Ever Going To Happen Tour, Transit Bar, 10 November 7pm; livemusic.net.au
Canberra Potters: Presents their 2022 Members Exhibition featuring works created in the past year. 11 November- 4 December; canberrapotters.com.au
Greek Film Festival: Six flicks showcase the rich culture and feats of the country’s film industry. Palace Electric Cinemas, 11-13 November; greekfilmfestival.com.au
Intersecting Journeys: Two films produced by QL2- Meeting Place & Alumni, National Film & Sound Archive, 11 November 6pm; nfsa.gov.au
QPRC Garage Sale Trail: Across 12-13 and 19-20 November, Australia’s festival of pre-loved stuff will see more than 20 garage sales in Queanbeyan Palerang; find your nearest sales by searching your postcode at www.garagesaletrail.com.au/sales
Bilk Gallery: Hosts two new exhibitions: Kath Inglis’ Entanglements, and Selection from a number of artists represented at the gallery, Carwoola, from 12 November; bilk.com.au
Collected Stories: Chaika Theatre presents this story of a struggle between two powerful women who love each other, ACT HUB, Kingston, 28 October-12 November; acthub.com.au
LGBTIQ+ Elders Dance Club: All the Queens Men and Meridian present the SpringOUT event full of snacks, chats, and good boogies, Ainslie Arts Centre, 12 November 1pm, free but registration is required; ainslieandgorman.com.au
Spring Latin Fiesta Concierto: Performances and street food to transport you to El Salvador, Chile and Argentina, Manuka Arts Centre, 12 November 1pm; artsound.fm
Ministry of Sound: Bring their Classical show to Canberra for the first time, Stage 88, Commonwealth Park, Saturday 12 November 2pm; arep.co
All Baroque: Community string orchestra Musica da Camera performs this concert dedicated to music from the time period.Holy Covenant Church, Cook, 12 November 2:30pm; trybooking.com
Artist Dinner: Join Wendy Sharpe for a gourmet dinner and fine wines as well as an exclusive preview of her new exhibition, Aarwun Gallery, 12 November 6pm; aarwungallery.com.au
Celebration of Swing: Relive the music of the 1940s’ most famous Big Bands. Canberra Theatre, 12 November 7.30pm; canberratheatrecentre.com.au
Sandi Toksvig: An evening of wit and wisdom with the internationally renowned comedian at Llewellyn Hall, ANU, 12 November 8pm; bohmpresents.com
Josh Pyke: Brings his National To Find Happiness regional tour to The Jetty, Parkes, Saturday 12 November 8pm; tickets.oztix.com.au
Queen Forever: The renowned cover band performs all of Queen’s biggest hits at Southern Cross Club Woden, 12 November 8pm; cscc.com.au
Another/s/Kin: The show explores algorithms, collaboration and observation after two artists took residency in each other’s internet. Gorman Arts Centre, until 13 November; tributaryprojects.xyz
The Waifs: See the Aussie band in a rare intimate setting at Tallagandra Hill Winery, Sunday 13 November 6.30pm; eventbrite.com.au
Waterhouse Art Prize: See the winner and finalists from Australia’s most prestigious natural art competition at the National Archives of Australia, until 13 November; naa.gov.au
Camelia Smith: Exhibition of miniature watercolours at Wren’s Nest Studio Gallery of Miniature Art, Fyshwick, until 13 November;cameliasstudio.com
Aarwun Gallery: Presents Wendy Sharpe’s new exhibition Paintings About Magic And Time Passing, 13 November-4 December; aarwungallery.com.au
Spring Garden Experiences: Gourmet food and drinks in an inspiring Spring Garden, Braddon, 13 and 27 November, 10 and 11 December; gardenswithfleur.com.au/events
Sing Australia: Weekly sessions at: Belconnen, Thursday 9.30am; Duntroon, Monday 7.30pm; Greenway, Monday 1pm. Costs apply; singaustralia.com.au
ANU Classics Museum: Voluntary guides conduct free tours on the second Friday of each month at 12.30pm in the A D Hope Building, ANU; call 0438 883 373.
Viewfinder: Photography from the 1970s to now exhibition at the National Library of Australia, until 13 March; nla.gov.au
Trashfuture: The podcast hosts its first live show outside of Britain at The Street Theatre, City West, 15 November 7:30pm; thestreet.org.au
Amy Remeikis: Speaks at the 18th Dymphna Clark Lecture 2022 on the politics of civility, Kambri Cultural Centre, ANU, 15 November 7.30pm; trybooking.com
The Torrents: A comedy with an all-female cast takes you back to a local newspaper in the 1890s. Mill theatre at Dairy Road, 16 – 19 November & 23 November- 3 December;events.humanitix.com
Colin Hay: Former Men at Work front man brings his solo tour to Canberra Theatre, Wednesday 16 November 8pm; canberratheatrecentre.com.au
Craft & Quilt Fair: The Expertise Events annual craft showcase comes to Canberra for the first time. EPIC, 17-19 November; craftfair.com.au
The Wizards Den: Witches and wizards come learn some spells, potions and more in this immersive magical cocktail experience, Zoo Bar, 17 November-18 December; explorehidden.com
Rod Wallace Memorial Lecture: Welcomes Kim William Am with his talk Why Bother? Reflections on the duty of care to Australian’s creativity. NFSA, 17 November 6pm; nfsa.gov.au
Musica Viva Australia: Presents Signum Saxophone Quartet & Kristian Winther at Llewellyn Hall, ANU, 17 November 7pm; musicaviva.com.au
Age of the Pinedemic: Created by children aged 7-12 throughout the year with TAC’s Children’s Musical Program. Tuggeranong Arts Centre, 18-19 November; trybooking.com
Sense & Sensibility: Canberra REP bring Jane Austen’s classic tale to the stage, Canberra REP Theatre, 18 November-3 December; canberrarep.org.au
Australian Blues Music Festival: Multiple venues across Goulburn will play host to over 25 musical acts, 18-20 November; australianbluesfestival.com
Conversations with Piano. Ronan Apcar performs works by Dulcie Holland and other Australian composers. National Library of Australia, 18 November 7pm; www.bookplate.com.au
Sionnach Rua’s Great Irish Song Book: The authentic Irish traditional music group bring their high energy, foot stomping show to The Street theatre, 18 November 8pm; thestreet.org.au
Kippax Marketplace: Indoor market to run 3rd Saturday of every month 8am-12pm, at Kippax Uniting Church Community Centre; free entry.
Community Market: The monthly markets come to Calwell shopping centre on the 3rd Saturday of the month 9am-3pm and Queanbeyan Park on the 3rd Sunday 9am-2pm.
Billy Connelly Art Exhibition: A collection of limited-edition prints and sculptures on show in Born on a Rainy Day, Hyatt Canberra, 19-20 November.
Canberra Brick Show: Local and interstate brick masters show their creations with a play area for your own work, Thoroughbred Park, 19-20 November; canberra.brickshow.au
HHI Expo: The country’s largest cannabis and hemp event brings workshops, speakers and exhibitors to EPIC, 19-20 November; hhiexpo.com.au
Disco Revolution: Australia’s hottest seven-piece disco band will have you on the dance floor all night. Village Centre, National Arboretum, 19 November 7pm; nationalarboretum.act.gov.au
Australian String Quartet: Ends their Symonds Beethoven tour in Canberra at the National Gallery of Australia, 20 November 2pm; asq.com.au
Stronger Than Fiction: Showing for their final screening of the year is Yoyogi Haiku, simple and deep shots of the Yoyogi Central Park in Japan, Dendy Cinemas, 20 & 25 November; strongerdocs.com
Primavera: Songs of passion and soil presented by Art Song Canberra, Wesley Music Centre, 20 November 3pm; trybooking.com
Lucy Durack: Australia’s leading lady of the stage brings her Rom-concert to the Canberra theatre, Sunday 20 November 8pm; canberratheatrecentre.com.au
Cocktail Mixology Cruise: Canberra Party Boat and Underground Spirits come together in this not to be missed event. Lake Burley Griffin, 21 October 6pm; canberrapartyboat.com.au
Cressida Campbell: The artist’s largest exhibition features more than 140 of her works, spanning her entire career, National Gallery of Australia, until 19 February; nga.gov.au
Dean Lewis: With special guest Blake Rose on the Sad Boi Winter Summer Tour, 22 November 8pm; canberratheatrecentre.com.au
That Was Friday: Contemporary performance explores finding connection through difference and distance. Belconnen Arts Centre, 23-26 November; belcoarts.com.au
Ainslie Salon: In its next installment the mini music festival features Sonic Travels with indie, soul, hip-hop and post-rock stylings. Ainslie Arts Centre, 23-26 November; ainslieandgorman.com.au
Sunset Cinema: Returns to the Australian National Botanic Gardens with their signature mix of new release blockbusters, classics and family favourites; Wednesday-Sunday until 25 February 2023; sunsetcinema.com.au/canberra/
Sea Shepherd: Canberra’s Ocean Defence Tour event is a ticketed event featuring three key speakers, Thursday 24 November 6.30pm at Albert Hall, Yarralumla. Vegan food and refreshments will be available. Tickets: $30+bf; via humantix.com
Matt Schofield Trio: Renowned UK blues artist brings his band on their national tour to Harmonie German Club, Thursday 24 November; humanitix.com
AIATSIS Art Market: The largest indigenous art market in the region returns in an online format with all proceeds going back to artists, art centres, and communities, 25-27 November; aiatsis.gov.au
Candlelight Concerts: The classical musical performance by candlelight hosts 4 shows at the National Gallery of Australia, 25-26 November; feverup.com
All That Glitters: The Canberra Symphony Orchestra fundraising gala promises to be a night of fine food entertainment and networking, Gandel Hall NGA, 25 November; cso.org.au
A Salute to Roy Orbison: Song from the late music legend come to life in this show at The Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre, 25 November 8pm; theq.net.au
Questacon: The adults-only SciNight returns with entertainment, roving performers, unique cocktails, and oodles of science-themed activities, all focused on the theme of ‘nostalgia’, Friday 25 November 6-9pm; questacon.edu.au
Everybody: A life drawing class to spice up your Friday night with a drink on arrival, art materials and a tutor provided. Tuggeranong Arts Centre, 25 November 6pm; trybooking.com
Rob Beckett: The UK comedy sensation brings his Wallop! show to the Playhouse, Canberra, Friday 25 November 8pm; canberratheatrecentre.com.au
Away Game: Capital Region Farmers Market relocates to GIO Stadium Bruce for one day only, Saturday 26 November 7-11.30am; capitalregionfarmersmarket.com.au
Jingo Was Born in The Slum: Matthew Thorne presents a powerful exhibition reflecting on Ned Kelly and his gang, Canberra Museum + Gallery, until 4 March; cmag.com.au
Australian Rugby Choir Presents World In Union its annual concert series with traditional and contemporary songs, Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre, 26 November 2pm; theq.net.au
Sparrow-Folk – A Very Nestie Xmas: Glam folk duo Sparrow-Folk return with a degustation of musical festive cheer, featuring original songs, well-known tunes with a twist, and a fresh batch of frivolity, Gang Gang Cafe, Downer, Saturday 26 November 7pm; Oztix
I Catch Killers Live: A personnel insight into the criminal world with former homicide detective Gary Jubelin, Canberra Theatre, 26 November 7pm; canberratheatrecentre.com.au
Le Dîner en Blanc: Dress in all white and join Australia’s most sophisticated celebration of food, friends, and wine. Secret location, 26 November, register online; register.dinerenblanc.com
Lisa Richards: Launches her new album Waiting to Fly at The Street Theatre, 26 November 7:30pm; thestreet.org.au
MoAD Says Thank You: The Museum of Australian Democracy will open its newly restored front doors to mark the completion of fire remediation works with a day of celebration, freebies and a range of activities on Sunday 27 November 9am-5pm; moadoph.gov.au
Glassworks: Hosts two installations Hannah Gason’s Arranging Light and Consuelo Cavaniglia’s self-titled exhibition, Canberra Glassworks, Kingston, until 27 November; canberraglassworks.com
Village Markets: Beautiful blooms, farm-fresh honey and eggs and more from local stallholders at Haig Park, every Sunday 8.30am-2pm; haigparkvillagemarkets.com.au
Belconnen Arts Centre: Hosts four new exhibitions: Tree Whispers by Networks Australia; A City for All Seasons by Mick Ashley; Lovely People in Lovely Country by An Pan; and Brindabella Series by Oliver Owens, until 27 November; belcoarts.com.au
People, Place and Things: The newest exhibition from Jay Kottege and Maureen Laurentin, at Kyeema Gallery, Hall, until 27 November; capitalwines.website.vincreative.com
Brindabella Orchestra: The Christmas concert brings an afternoon of classical music to Weston Community Hub, 27 November 2pm; trybooking.com
Paris After Dark: A French international cabaret celebrating the essence of the country’s music. The Street Theatre, City West, 27 November 4pm; thestreet.org.au
Nick Cave & Warren Ellis: Bring their Australian Carnage Tour, after the success of the album, to Canberra Theatre on Monday 28 November; canberratheatrecentre.com.au
Giant Lego Charity Sale: Check out tonnes of authentic Lego bricks, included unopened sets, at The Green Shed’s giant charity Lego sale in aid of Roundabout Canberra, which assists local families in need. Albert Hall, Yarralumla, Wednesday 30 November from 6pm; facebook.com/events/albert-hall-canberra/giant-charity-lego-sale-2022
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Travelling Dance Hall: Finucane & Smith bring legends of burlesque, cabaret and variety to Tuggeranong Arts Centre, 30 November-3 December; trybooking.com
War on 2022: Join some of Australia’s satirical all-stars as they dissect the scandals and world events of this year, Canberra Theatre, Wednesday 30 November 7.30pm; canberratheatrecentre.com.au
Elena Gabrielle: The loved comedian and storyteller brings her new show Addickted to The Street Theatre, City West, 30 November 8pm; thestreet.org.au
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