Their unique characteristic is the knowledge and experience to deliver virtuosic flamenco dance, music and rhythm and the ability to conjure up its distinctive emotion, together with the blending of the rich harmonies and explosive improvisations of Jazz. Revered for its ability to combine the exotic melodies of the Orient and the infectious rhythms of […]
Breaking boundaries. Tawadros and his oud transport us to parts beyond: Egypt and Australia, the past and the future of music. Joseph Tawadros is one of Australian music’s most impressive and charismatic figures: a composer, improviser, storyteller and a brilliant exponent of the oud, the Egyptian lute. Classically trained on this king of Middle Eastern […]
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Founded in the fifteenth century, the Choir of King’s College, Cambridge is arguably the world’s most famous choir and the pre-eminent representative of the British church music tradition. Their distinctively pure tone has been honed over centuries in the vaulted stone arches of the College Chapel. Comprising 16 boys (the youngest aged seven) and 15 […]
Blues-rock superstar, Joe Bonamassa, will be returning to Australia in September for four shows in Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne for his first headlining tour since 2016. Joe Bonamassa is one of the most celebrated performing musicians of today. As a two-time GRAMMY-nominated artist who recently achieved his 21st #1 album on the Billboard Blues Chart, […]
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THE GERMAN FILM FESTIVAL REVEALS FULL 2019 PROGRAMME A SPECIAL PROGRAMME STRAND ‘TEAR DOWN THE WALLS’ COMMEMORATES 30 YEARS SINCE THE FALL OF THE WALL The 2019 German Film Festival showcases the best new German cinema across all genres with a curated selection of 31 films. Presented by Palace in collaboration with German Films, the […]
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In cinemas May 23 in Australia. From Damon Gameau, the director of That Sugar Film, comes #2040film. An Eco-Friendly movie/documentary for the small and big children of this world. 2040 is an innovative feature documentary that looks to the future, but is vitally important NOW. Award-winning director Damon Gameau embarks on journey to explore what […]
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Five of Australia’s most distinctive and celebrated voices will come together in May 2019 to celebrate the music of singer, songwriter, musician, poet and literary genius Bob Dylan. John Waters, Glenn Shorrock, Wendy Mathews, Doug Parkinson and Wes Carr will take to the stage, performing and interpreting some of the great songs from the Bob […]
Keb’ Mo’ @ Factory Theatre. Marrickville, Tuesday 16 April 2019 Reviewed by Paula Towers Renowned as one of America’s greatest living blues artists, Keb’ Mo’ [from his original name Kevin Moore] is a singer, guitarist, and songwriter and has won four Grammy Awards. The latest Grammy was awarded in 2018 for TajMo, his collaborative album […]
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The 2019 Spanish Film Festival presented by Palace welcomes Moro Olive Oil as principal partner for the national festival which celebrates cinema from Spain and Latin America. The 22nd edition of the festival will be further enriched by the Cine Latino Film Festival sidebar, formerly a separate event in November. The following five titles […]
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Bringing a dose of New York jazz, rock, gospel and pop to Vivid Music is legendary Grammy winning singer Lisa Fischer and her band, Grand Baton. Re-inventing, evolving and creating, Lisa is the true essence of Vivid Music with her futuristic twist on melodies, drawing turmoil and joy to the surface in just one breath. […]
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City Recital Hall and The Greek Orthodox Community of NSW present Mikis Theodorakis: Romiosini And Beyond for a one night only performance on 24 May 2019. Celebrating Mikis Theodorakis, the greatest orchestral and choral composer in Greek history. Featuring international vocalist Dimitris Basis, backed by a 40-piece orchestra and band, a 20-pice choir, conducted by […]
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Though you won’t find dogs running around Sydney’s streets causing havoc – you will find cats because, by legislation, they’re free to roam. “The cats in the urban environment are there because of irresponsible pet owners,” reports Community Cat Carers president Michael Goldberg. “It’s not the cats’ problem – they’re just in the wrong place […]
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