New Annual acknowledges the traditional country of the Awabakal and Worimi peoples. We respect their cultural heritage, beliefs and continuing relationship with the land, and recognise that they are the proud survivors of more than two hundred years of dispossession.
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Featured Events
Chat 10 Looks 3 Live : Annabel Crabb & Leigh Sales
Sat 3 October Civic Theatre NewcastleCHAT 10 LOOKS 3 LIVE brings smart conversation, sharp wit and joyous curiosity to the stage. Journalists Leigh Sales and Annabel Crabb deliver clever, opinionated chat inspired by their much‑loved podcast. From books and culture to glorious detours, expect lively debate, laugh-out-loud storytelling and a seriously good time.
GRUMBLE BOOGIE : Betty Grumble
Tue 29 Sep Watt Space GalleryGRUMBLE BOOGIE is an aerobic dance class led by performance artist Betty Grumble – an hour-long dance meditation, heart pump and exercise in “Thank You Body.” Be with your body, in joy, in playfulness, warmth and possibility in this open platform class, where all levels of movement are welcome. Expect a genre smash of ritual movement, cabaret-style panache, performance art, and more!
ALL IN : Dance Makers Collective
Thu 1 Oct & Fri 2 Oct City HallALL IN by Dance Makers Collective is a joyful, immersive celebration of dance featuring choreography by Miranda Wheen and music by award-winning composer Fiona Hill. In this mass dance work, three local dance groups perform alongside some incredible professional contemporary dancers with a cross-section of styles under their belt. Will you join them afterwards for an all-in social dance?
Photography Workshop : Damien Frost & Edwina Richards
Wed 30 Sep Watt Space GalleryJoin photographers Damien Frost and Edwina Richards in this practical workshop exploring the art of taking portraits. Both Edwina and Damien have a wealth of experience capturing portraits in a studio and in-situ, and will generously share their tips and tricks with participants. This is a 2 hour deep-dive into portrait photography for all abilities. Limited to 18 people only.
RE:GROUP WORKSHOP : Writing for Live Performance
Sat 3 Oct Promenade Room, Civic TheatreGive your stage ideas expression via words and action in this masterclass of dramatic writing for performance. The workshop is led by Mark Rogers, a RE:GROUP ensemble member and multi award-winning playwright and theatre maker. Have a burning idea you want to kick-start? A half-done play you’re stuck on? Or a wide-eyed interest in theatrical writing? Then sign up quick – limited places are available.
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