It’s going to be a white Christmas – not really, unless you’re somewhere in the region where it’s snowing – but the festive season is in the air with several Christmas in July events running in the Canberra region to warm up your winter.
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Resilience, Reflection and Renewal: The works by Sarah Richards are inspired by the cycles of life and the wisdom they reveal, this collection of paintings explores the journey of resilience, reflection and renewal. Each piece captures the movement of time – sometimes vast and open, other times deep and uncertain, Rusten House Art Centre, Queanbeyan, 28 June-19 July, Wednesday – Saturday, 10am-4pm; qprc.nsw.gov.au/Community/Culture-and-Arts/Rusten-House
Safari Art by Neil Sloan: This exhibition captures the artistic responses of Sloan’s travels throughout East Africa. Working on-site, his experiences are translated through printmaking, collage, drawing and journaled musings, Rusten House Art Centre, Queanbeyan, runs until 19 July, Wednesday-Saturday, 10am-4pm; qprc.nsw.gov.au/Community/Culture-and-Arts/Rusten-House
Warm Trees: The popular annual installation adds a touch of whimsy to winter and is made possible by the Friends of the National Arboretum and the dedication of hundreds of volunteers who have knitted and crocheted colourful scarves, Arboretum Visitors Centre, Bonsai Collection, Forests and Gardens, 1 July-10 August, forests 7am- 5.30pm, buildings 9am-4pm; nationalarboretum.act.gov.au/visit/whats-on/school-holidays-and-feature-events/warm-trees-2025
pivot/al: The works expand the idea of living with art through a juxtaposition of mediums, styles, and subject matters. Suburban Land Agency display, 3 Klaus Moje Street, Whitlam, until 10 August, Thursday-Sunday 10am-4pm; belcoarts.com.au/pivotal/
Know My Name: Kee, Jackson and Delaunay: Showcases two of Australia’s leading fashion designers: Linda Jackson and Jenny Kee, in conversation with international, multidisciplinary artist Sonia Delaunay (1885–1979), NGA, on display until July 2026; nga.gov.au/exhibitions/know-my-name-kee-jackson-delaunay/
MEGAfauna: Look-Alike: Get ready for adventure as you come face to face with giant creatures from the past! Encounter massive megafauna that once roamed Australia and discover the megaflora that they ate. Compare living relatives to extinct megafauna, investigate fossil evidence and delve into the past as you follow the MEGAfauna Look‑Alike trail, Australian National Botanic Gardens, 1-31 July, 8:30am-5pm; visit.anbg.gov.au/things-do/whats-on/events/megafauna-look-alike/
Questacon Presents: ZAP! CLANK! POW!: Uncover the unexpected and spark your curiosity with mesmerising magnets, machines and motion in Questacon Presents: ZAP! CLANK! POW! Get hands-on with electricity, simple machines and fundamental forces as you play with pulleys, marvel at magnetic slime and craft flying contraptions through 17 interactive exhibits, Questacon, until 1 February 2026, 9am-5pm daily; questacon.edu.au/whats-on/exhibitions/questacon-presents-zap-clank-pow
Zachary Li – Piano Recital 2025: Pianist Zachary Li performs works by Bach, Mozart, Chopin, Mendelssohn, Barber and Michael Kieran Harvey, Wesley Music Centre, Forrest, 2 July, 12.40-1.20pm; https://www.trybooking.com/CYREM
Christmas in July Festival: Enjoy the spirit of a cold and white Christmas in four days of food, mulled wine and entertainment, Patrick White Lawns, 3-6 July, Thursday and Friday 4-10pm, Saturday 10am-10pm, Sunday 10am-8pm; christmasinjuly.com.au/canberra/
The Pirates of Penzance: Come and join Queanbeyan Players for a rollicking adventure with the Pirates of Penzance while we celebrate our 60th anniversary of bringing great musical theatre to Queanbeyan and the region. Amazing full cast and orchestra creating great harmonies and much laughter, The Q, Queanbeyan, 3-13 July; theq.net.au/whats-on/the-pirates-of-penzance/
Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow: Featuring a dynamic line-up of comedy legends and fresh faces, this year’s Roadshow promises nation-wide happiness. The Canberra line-up is Kevin Kropinyeri as host, joined by Alexandra Hudson, Brett Blake, David Quirk and Zoë Coombs Marr, Canberra Theatre Centre, 4 July, 7:30pm; canberratheatrecentre.com.au/show/micfr-2025/
The Glass Skin by Bronte Cormican-Jones and Megan Wilkinson: Featuring a series of sculptural and performative works, the exhibition explores the role of glass in architecture and the relationships between architecture and the body through space, material and perception, Platform, Manuka, 4-20 July; canberracontemporary.com.au/future/the-glass-skin-bronte-cormican-jones-megan-wilkinson
Raiders v Dragons double header: The NRLW Canberra Raiders take on the St George Illawarra Dragons in Round 1 of the 2025 Telstra Women’s Premiership. The NRL Raiders take on the Dragons in Round 18 of the 2025 Telstra Premiership, GIO Stadium Canberra, 5 July, gates and NSW Cup 12:30pm, NRLW 3:15pm, NRL 5.30pm; giostadiumcanberra.com.au/gio-stadium-event/nrl-2025-raiders-v-dragons/
The Armed Man: A Concert for Peace: Canberra Choral Society and the National Capital Orchestra present two very special works for chorus and orchestra, The Armed Man: A Concert for Peace by Sir Karl Jenkins and Human Waves by Elena Kats-Chernin AO. Conducted by NCO music director Louis Sharpe, with soprano Jillian Halleron and cellist Liam Meany, Llewellyn Hall, ANU, 5 July, 3-5pm; premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/Show.aspx?sh=ARMEDMAN25
Rutherglen in the City Canberra: Join 14 of Rutherglen’s top wineries for a day of tasting and discovery. Expect the classics like Durif and world-renowned Muscat, plus a fresh selection of contemporary varieties such as Alvarinho, Fiano, Grenache, Sangiovese, and Tempranillo plus live music and gourmet food options, Old Parliament House, Members Dining Room, Saturday 5 July; explorerutherglen.com.au/rutherglen-in-the-city-2025-canberra/
Bravehearts 777 marathon: From a 73-year-old cancer survivor to a NSW Police detective, to teachers, parents, and survivors of childhood sexual abuse, thousands of Australians are uniting to run seven marathons, in seven states, over seven days to raise awareness for Bravehearts and child protection, including an event in Canberra, Bowen Park, Barton, Saturday 5 July, 7am-1:30pm; fundraise.bravehearts.org.au/event/777marathoncanberra2025/
Book launch: Peculiar Parents with Stephanie Owen Reeder and Ingrid Bartkowiak: Meet the children’s author and illustrator as they uncover the perfectly peculiar world of Australian animal families with their new book Peculiar Parents. There will also be a special meet and greet with animals from the Canberra Reptile Zoo!, National Library of Australia, Saturday 5 July,10:30am-11:30am; library.gov.au/whats-on/events/book-launch-peculiar-parents-stephanie-owen-reeder-and-ingrid-bartkowiak
Bliss N Eso Party on the Moon tour: Full of Bliss N Eso’s classics, rarities and new album tracks, don’t miss Australia’s finest hip-hop trio with special guest Ivan Ooze, UC Refectory, University of Canberra, 5 July, 8-11pm; canberra.edu.au/events/Home/Event/463226
Winter in the City: Experience the thrill of fire performances, nationally renowned and award-winning circus acts, theatre, and musical comedy shows! Program highlights include: The incredible Circus Oz, Mission to the Moon, Fire performances and The Forage x Winter in the City, City Walk Centre, 5–19 July; winter.inthecity.com.au/
The Forage: A signature blend of local street food, beverages, immersive entertainment, and community vibes–with a fiery winter twist, Petrie Plaza and City Walk, Civic, Saturday 19 July, noon-9pm; theforage.com.au/
Intentos de procesar una(s) vida(s) / Attempts at processing a life(s): This exhibition is a documentation of a few different lives experienced over three years and attempts, as the title unapologetically shares, at processing those lives – in their beauty, pain and mundanity. Megalo Print Studio, Kingston, 5 July-16 August, opening event Friday 4 July, 5:30pm; megalo.org/intentos-de-procesar-unas-vidas
Mr Squiggle and Friends: The Creative World of Norman Hetherington: The free exhibition reveals the magic of one of Australia’s most original and creative minds through nearly 300 objects including costumes, props and sets, artworks and 90 puppets, NMA, 5 July-13 October 2025; nma.gov.au/exhibitions/mr-squiggle-and-friends
Children’s Concert: Something Old, Something New 2025 Chamber Series: At some point, old music was new music! But there is something special about baroque music that inspires composers from the future, Wesley Uniting Church, Forrest, 6 July, 3-3:30pm; trybooking.com/events/landing/1397935
Zoocation: Visit the zoo these winter school holidays and unravel the mysteries of the animal world! Have your children bring all their burning questions to us instead! We’ll answer it all with: what does a lion roar mean? how does a fish walk? how do orange tigers camouflage? and many, many more! National Zoo and Aquarium, 7-10 and 14-17 July, 9.15am-4pm; nationalzoo.com.au/groups-education/zoocation/
Backbone: Backbone is a group exhibition featuring work by technical staff at the ANU School of Art and Design, ANU School of Art & Design Gallery, Acton, exhibition 8 July-08 August, reception Wednesday 23 July, 5.30-7pm; soad.cass.anu.edu.au/events/backbone
A Good Kind of Trouble with Brooke Blurton and Melanie Saward: Celebrate with Brooke Blurton and Dr Melanie Saward as they yarn about their new young adult novel, A Good Kind of Trouble, and what it means to write Indigenous-led stories for today’s young people, NLA, Tuesday 8 July, 6-7pm; library.gov.au/whats-on/events/good-kind-trouble-brooke-blurton-and-melanie-saward
ACT Brumbies v Lions – Legends Lunch: Lunch, entertainment and a panel of special guests. Relive the iconic moments from the Brumbies’ thrilling 14-12 victory over the Lions in 2013 — marking the first provincial win over the British side on Australian soil in over 40 years. It’s also a preview for the upcoming match, Hotel Realm, Tuesday 8 July, noon-4pm; events.humanitix.com/act-brumbies-v-lions-legends-lunch
ACT Brumbies v British and Irish Lions: 12 years in the making – the ultimate rugby grudge match is here! The best of British and Irish rugby seeks revenge against the ACT Brumbies. Be part of this intense clash, GIO Stadium Canberra, 9 July, 7:45pm; giostadiumcanberra.com.au/gio-stadium-event/act-brumbies-v-british-irish-lions/
School holiday activity: Creative writing and drawing workshops with Ronojoy Ghosh: The picture book creator will teach the joy of drawing and writing by co-creating a story and characters together and supporting participants to explore their own fantastic ideas and personal artistic style, NLA, Wednesday 9 July 10-11am, 11am-noon; library.gov.au/whats-on/events/school-holiday-activity-creative-writing-and-drawing-workshop-ronojoy-ghosh-9-july
Jinbo Huang Piano Studio:Talented young pianists from the studio of Jinbo Huang will play a range of solos and duets of music by Scarlatti, Bach, Haydn, Schubert, Chopin and Kabalevsky, plus some of the best film music of our time, Wesley Music Centre, Forrest, Wednesday 9 July, 12.40-1.20pm; https://www.trybooking.com/CYREM
Book launch: Clever Men by Professor Martin Thomas: What really happened when Charles Mountford led a quarrelsome team of Australian and American scientists to explore traditional Aboriginal life in Arnhem Land in 1948? Hear Professors Martin Thomas and Jon Altman discuss Professor Thomas’ new book, Clever Men, NLA, Thursday July 10, 6-7:30pm; library.gov.au/whats-on/events/book-launch-clever-men-professor-martin-thomas
Big Name, No Blankets: A rock ‘n’ roll theatre extravaganza! Big Name, No Blankets celebrates the phenomenal journey and impact of Sammy Tjapanangka Butcher, one of the founding members of Australian music icons Warumpi Band in an epic rock ‘n’ roll theatre show, Canberra Theatre Centre, 10-12 July, 7:30pm; /canberratheatrecentre.com.au/show/big-name-no-blankets-2025/
The Nutcracker in July: A family-friendly ballet full of magic and winter fun with kid’s activities and a sensory-friendly session, Canberra College Performing Arts Centre, 11-20 July, 12:30 and 6pm; 6thposition.au/thenutcracker
Pete Ross and the Sapphire: Pete Ross and the Sapphire bring their noir country-folk rock down from Sydney for an afternoon show in Canberra, Smith’s Alternative, Civic, 12 July, doors 2:30pm, show 3-5pm; smithsalternative.com/events/pete-ross-and-the-sapphire-91882
Jenny Mitchell Forest House Tour: Forest House is a collection of songs that reflect everything that can happen within four walls; the new beginnings, the leaving. The opening, closing or slamming of doors. The good, the bad, the nostalgic and everything in between supported by Charlie Castle, The Street Theatre, Saturday 12 July, 7:30-9:40pm; thestreet.org.au/shows/jenny-mitchell
Spear: Join director Stephen Page AO for a screening of his first feature film, Spear, followed by a Q&A exploring themes of dislocation and identity. We meet Djali (played by the director’s son and Cleverman star, Hunter Page-Lochard), a young First Nations man on a confronting journey, shadowed by Suicide Man (Aaron Pedersen), National Film and Sound Archive, 12 July, 1pm; tickets.nfsa.gov.au/Events/SPEAR-Q-A
ZooFest: A spectacular winter celebration packed with entertainment, surprises, and family-friendly fun. Highlights include live music and silent discos, creative craft activities and games, mischievous mascots and special animal guests, hot chocolates, cosy vibes and winter cheer. Rug up, bring the family and celebrate the magic of winter – zoo-style! National Zoo and Aquarium, 12-13 July; nationalzoo.com.au/zoofest2025/
Play School live concert Once Upon a Time: Featuring Australia’s beloved Play School presenters and cherished toys including Big Ted, Little Ted, Jemima, Humpty and Kiya, this vibrant stage show is packed with stories, songs, and dance, creating a fun-filled experience for the whole family, Canberra High School, Macquarie, 12-14 July, various times; kidspromotions.com.au/
L’Esprit de Paris: Celebrate Bastille Day in unforgettable style with an evening of dazzling cabaret. Be swept away by elegant dancing, live French chansons, cheeky comedy, and the high-kicking energy of the iconic Can Can, Luna Bar, Civic, 13 July, doors 6pm, show 7-9:30pm; trybooking.com/events/landing/1416739
Raise Your Spiritual IQ: Discover profound insights into past lives, dreams, and soul travel and learn techniques to enhance your inner guidance and spiritual awareness. Learn how dreams can help in daily life. Focus on Key to Dreams, Gungahlin Library, 13 July, 1-2:30pm; https://eckankar-nsw-act.au/
The Mik Maks: Join brother’s Al and Joel, Joel’s daughter Ava and loveable friend Drums the Panda as they perform their live show, Canberra Southern Cross Club, Woden, 13 July, doors 10:30am, show 11-11:45am followed by a meet and greet; cscc.com.au/event/the-mik-maks/
Henry South Beethoven’s Septet:Beethoven’s Septet in E-flat major, Op.20 performed by accomplished Canberra musicians Helena Maher (clarinet), Dianne Tan (horn), Rebecca Rivera (bassoon), Rowan Harvey-Martin (violin), Michelle Higgs (viola), Benjamin Monro (cello) and Henry South (bass), Wesley Music Centre, Forrest, 16 July, 12:40-1:20pm; trybooking.com/CYREM
Enron: By Lucy Prebble and directed by Adam Broinowski. An exhilarating business thriller, Enron takes you inside the most infamous corporate scandal in history. With razor-sharp wit and rapid-fire storytelling, Lucy Prebble’s play exposes the catastrophic greed of Enron’s founders as they push the limits of financial deception, Mill Theatre on Dairy Road, previews 16-19 July, show 23 July-9 August; collections.humanitix.com/enron
Puccini’s La Bohème: On a freezing Christmas Eve, love sparks. Two hands meet in the dark and four friends’ lives change forever. Experience the original bohemian love story. When Mimì meets Rodolfo, it’s love at first touch, 17-19 July, 7:30pm; canberratheatrecentre.com.au/show/la-boheme-2025/
Explore the Orchestra: Meet the Strings: Perfect for first time concert goers, this family friendly event is designed for our littlest audiences. Learn about string instruments in this fun and interactive concert by the Canberra Symphony Orchestra Chamber Ensemble. Includes the opportunity to try orchestral instruments, Ainslie Arts Centre, Braddon, 18 July, 9-10:30am and 11am-12:30pm; cso.org.au/concerts/explore-the-orchestra-meet-the-strings
Mr Snotbottom: A hilariously deeeesgusting kids comedian brimming with all the oooey, gooey, yucky things kids love! Like a cross between Shrek and Mr Bean, you can expect snot-loads of gross-tastic gags, slimy songs, and just wrong routines perfect for weird kids and their even weirder parents! The B, Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre, Friday 18 July, 11-11:50am and 1-1:50pm; theq.net.au/whats-on/mr-snotbottom/
Lee Kernaghan – Boys from the Bush: The concert has been hailed as Lee’s biggest and most epic touring production to date and features special guests Robby Kernaghan, Tori Darke and Matt Cornell, Royal Theatre, National Convention Centre Canberra, Saturday 19 July, 8-10:15pm; nccc.com.au/upcoming-events/lee-kernaghan-boys-from-the-bush-2/
The Hartley High Tea and Fashion Showcase 2025: Hartley Lifecare’s annual High Tea and Fashion Showcase raises funds for Hartley Lifecare clients to enable them to live their best lives! This event is not only a celebration of Hollywood’s golden yesteryears but also a vital fundraiser for Hartley Lifecare’s latest initiatives. All proceeds will contribute towards enhancing the lives of the people with disabilities that Hartley support, Albert Hall, Yarralumla, Saturday 19 July, 1-4pm; hartley.org.au/event/high-tea-2025
Canberra Vintage Computer Exhibition: Take a journey through computing history, featuring iconic machines from the 1960s through to the early 2000s all functional and ready for you to experience (but handle with care!). Play classic games, explore vintage software, and see how today’s maker community is keeping retro technology alive with modern enhancements, Daramalan College, Dickson, 19 July, 10am-3pm; cbrvce.org/
Everybody’s Trufflin’: Truffle hunt and farm tour at Blue Frog Truffle Farm in Sutton followed by a masterclass with a truffle farmer to learn all about truffles and the history of Blue Frog Truffle Farm. Attendees will also get to taste truffle-infused food and drinks at BentSpoke BrewPub, 20 July, 9am-3pm; bentspokebrewing.com.au/pages/everybodys-trufflin
Julius Caesar: Presented by Chaika Theatre. In this unrelenting new staging, William Shakespeare’s masterpiece of political machinations is brought kicking and screaming into the twenty-first century, ACT Hub at Causeway Hall, Kingston, 23 July–2 August; acthub.com.au/production/julius-ceasar/
21 Hearts: Vivian Bullwinkel and the nurses of the Vyner Brooke: Directed by Stuart Halusz and written by Jenny Davis, 21 Hearts tells a compelling true story of the celebration of women’s strength, love and hope in the face of adversity, Australian War Memorial theatre, 24 July–3 August, various times, Q&A with cast 31 July; awm.gov.au/21-hearts
Art of the Score: The Music of John Williams: In this special event, Art of the Score podcasters Andrew Pogson, Dan Golding and conductor Jessica Gethin host a guided journey through the Academy Award-winning music of John Williams. It is part movie music Canberra Symphony Orchestra concert, part behind-the-scenes tour, Llewellyn Hall, ANU, 24-25 July, 7pm; llewellynhall.com.au/events/special-event-art-score-music-john-williams
ECHO (Every Cold-Hearted Oxygen): A mysterious night at the theatre – where anything could happen. Imagine arriving at the theatre not knowing who will walk on stage. The performer doesn’t know what will be asked of them. And no one – not even the actor – knows how the evening will unfold, The Playhouse, Canberra Theatre Centre, 24-26 July, various times; https://canberratheatrecentre.com.au/show/echo/
Une Affaire Francaise (A French Affair): Ready to escape to the French countryside—no passport required? A one-night-only truffle degustation dinner where fine dining meets social impact. The evening supports inclusive employment, Regional Sports Complex, Jerrabomberra, 25 July 6:30-9:30pm; trybooking.com/events/landing/1415975
Foxmas in July 2025 – Cabaret Show CANBERRA: Hosted by Sydney Fox and Dingo Rescue, a glittering night of drag, burlesque, live music, dance, comedy and more to raise vital funds for the rescue foxes and dingoes who call the sanctuary home, Lake Burley Griffin Sea Scouts Hall, Yarralumla, Friday 25 July, 7:30-10:30pm; https://app.moonclerk.com/pay/ce0s7r4cfyz
The Fold: Run by The Training Ground, The Fold plunges audiences into a hypnotic realm where industrial grind meets ethereal grace. This boundary-pushing dance experience shatters conventions and defies expectations—bold, visceral, and unlike anything you’ve witnessed before, Erindale College, Wanniassa, 25-26 July, 7-9pm; stickytickets.com.au/ll0d0/the_fold.aspx
Love and Laughter Tour 2025 Live in Canberra: Multi-award-winning country stars Luke O’Shea and Lyn Bowtell bring their highly anticipated show to Canberra, delivering a night of soul-stirring songs, heartfelt stories, and plenty of laughter, opening act is The Lovelies, Canberra Irish Club, Saturday, 26 July, 7-10pm; https://www.irishclub.com.au/What-s-on/Club-News-Events/Love-Laughter-Tour.aspx
The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever: Led by public servant and belly dancer Brooke Thomas, join the whimsical global dance tribute to Kate Bush and her iconic 1978 hit Wuthering Heights, National Film and Sound Archive lawn, Acton, Saturday 26 July, 10am for 10:30am start
POSTPONED UNTIL AUGUST: Kambah turns 51: A Christmas in July market to celebrate the Canberra suburb’s 51st birthday. Browse amazing locally made craft stalls, bric-a-brac and upcycled trash and treasure. There will be a range of local entertainment, buskers and activities to entertain the children, Kambah Village Shops, Saturday 26 July, 10am-2pm; for more information email [email protected]; facebook.com/events/1020622106944444
Junior Zoo Keeper Conservation Celebration Days: Join the National Zoo and Aquarium’s weekend dedicated to Junior Zoo Keepers and the conservation initiatives they have chosen to support, with special priced encounters, a cake cutting, market stalls and a scavenger hunt, National Zoo and Aquarium, 26-27 July, various times; nationalzoo.com.au/
Canberra Fair 2025: Canberra Fair invites guests to plan with purpose and explore premium wedding, event and lifestyle suppliers from across the region – whether you’re curating a wedding, organising a corporate gathering, marking a personal milestone, planning a reunion, or dreaming of a retreat, Old Parliament House, 27 July, 10am-3pm; ticketebo.com.au/danielle-cleary-events-act/canberra-fair-2025
2025 Kenneth Myer Lecture: Professor Brett Sutton AO: Presented by Professor Brett Sutton AO, Professor Sutton will explore the existential threats facing the word and provide thoughts on how, in tackling them, we can support and revive Australia’s wellbeing as public and global good, NLA, Tuesday 29 July 6-8pm; library.gov.au/whats-on/events/2025-kenneth-myer-lecture-professor-brett-sutton-ao
Book launch: Anzac Guerrillas by Edmund Goldrick: Join Canberra author Edmund Goldrick for a book signing event marking the release of his new title, Anzac Guerrillas. Anzac Guerrillas is the incredible true story of how a handful of escaped Australian soldiers became resistance fighters, double agents and spies in Yugoslavia during World War II, NLA, Wednesday 30 July, 5:30-6:30pm; library.gov.au/whats-on/events/book-launch-anzac-guerrillas-edmund-goldrick
Life Drawing and Lingerie: The Tipsy Sketching Club is partnering with Holly Lulu Intimates for an enchanting evening where delicate lingerie meets artistic expression, Juliet Room, Verity Lane Market, 30 July, doors 6:30pm for 7pm start; tipsysketching.club/events/p/ticket-30-july-lifedrawing-lingerie
Book launch: Fleeced with Trish FitzSimons and Madelyn Shaw: Authors Trish FitzSimons and Madelyn Shaw are in conversation with Annabelle Quince. Their new book Fleeced: Unraveling the History of Wool and War explores how, throughout history, heightened demand for wool in wartime existed in a vortex of negotiation, intrigue and anxiety, NLA, Thursday 31 July, 6-7pm; library.gov.au/whats-on/events/book-launch-fleeced-trish-fitzsimons-and-madelyn-shaw
Stages of Empathy opening night: Rebus Theatre’s most ambitious and transformative production yet.Through immersive, interactive storytelling, this groundbreaking show challenges assumptions, sparks conversations, and builds bridges. It shines a light on the experiences of autistic people, people with intellectual disabilities, and psychosocial disabilities, Ralph Wilson Theatre, Gorman Arts Centre, Braddon, opening 31 July 7-8:30pm; rebustheatre.com/5203/
Chasing the Moon: Sydney six-piece band explores the exuberant and romantic sounds of European Jazz in the tradition of Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli, combining this with Latin Jazz to create a unique style which also embraces folk elements and a dash of the blues, Smith’s Alternative, Thursday 31st July, 7-9pm; smithsalternative.com/events/chasing-the-moon-91724
2025 Hurtigruten Scandinavian Film Festival: A unique cultural journey through Sweden, Norway, Finland, Denmark and Iceland with this year’s brilliant and diverse line up featuring award-winners, box office hits and thought-provoking debuts from a new generation of filmmakers in tandem with the latest new films from the region’s most loved actors and directors, Palace Electric Cinema Canberra, July to August, palacecinemas.com.au/festivals?festival=hurtigruten-scandinavian-film-festival
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