Approx. 7 minute 30 second read One of the most endearing and enduring jazz vocal ensembles is Lamberts, Hendricks & Ross. I fell in love with their rendition of Twisted (a vocalese written by Annie Ross) a while back and it’s been boppin’ around my head ever since. It’s been the gold standard of the […]
Join Maisy Stapleton and Paula Towers this Arts Thursday to meet two special guests. Gabrielle Mordy Carriageworks has been presenting NO SHOW, featuring projects by 11 artist-led initiatives from across NSW. Featuring the work of more than 50 mostly early-career Australian artists and writers, since February 12 until this Sunday March 7, the program has […]
Approx. 6 minute 30 second read Shout Sister Shout, my series of interviews to celebrate women in music, is inspired by the (untold) story of Sister Rosetta Tharpe, taking inspiration from the lyrics of one of her popular tunes. I aim to shout about the achievements of my sisters, women in music, by capturing a […]
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In the first half hour, Professor Geraint Lewis returns with Part 3 of Our Universe and this week asks the intriguing question: how does our universe allow us to be here? He explores the unique collection of molecules that make us us and makes us fit for this universe. My special guest at 11:00 am […]
Approx. 10 minute read Shout Sister Shout is a passion project and an utter joy to work on. I am fortunate to be the first to cast my eyes over the thoughtful written responses that I’ve received from the wonder women of jazz, improvised and world music who have participated in my interview series to […]
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Ernabella Arts and Aboriginal Contemporary proudly present Malanypa Munu Kangkuru – Younger Sister, Older Sister 12 stunning new works by Rachael and Alison Lionel from APY Lands Sisters Rachael and Alison Lionel first came into the Ernabella art centre as children. They would sit, watch and learn from their mother, Yurpiya, and grandmother, Pantitiji […]
Who knew Newcastle had its own thriving podcast community? Not me! It came as a surprise as I walked into the inaugural Newcastle Podcast Awards last Sunday to see over 100 local podcasters elegantly dressed and talking shop as they waited with anticipation for the ceremony to begin. Organised by the dedicated Melanie Sergeant (Newcastle […]
THE GRIZZLIES AUSTRALIAN PREMIERE FIRST NATIONS ACTORS TELL INSPIRING TRUE STORY From March 18, Heritage Films is bringing the inspiring true story of THE GRIZZLIES to cinemas across Australia for the very first time! Featuring remarkable raw performances from its young Indigenous cast, it’s the perfect uplifting film to captivate audiences of any age. The […]
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Ursula Yovich sings the American Song Book Actor, playwright, songwriter, storyteller and, above all, singer: there is nothing Ursula Yovich can’t do. For one night only, this four-time Helpmann award-winner sings Gershwin, Rogers & Hart and Burt Bacharach, accompanied on piano by musical director Max Lambert. ‘Ursula Yovich is extraordinary. A dynamo.’ Sydney Arts Guide What: Bennelong Presents […]
SIMA Presents Contemporary Underground feat. Beadle/Doley/Dickeson Trio with special support by Return of the Bern Evoking the Blues from a bygone era in a breath-taking style all of his own, Ray Beadle meets Master of the Hammond organ, Clayton Doley, and Sydney’s King of Swing Andrew Dickeson in an electrifying combustion of styles to ignite […]
SIMA Presents Four Incredible Nights of Underground Contemporary Jazz at Mary’s Underground In one of SIMA’s most diverse and eclectic programs to date, Jazz Now Summer audiences will enjoy inspirational music across a range of new and established venues. Hauptmann says “Previously the Sound Lounge at the Seymour Centre was our regular weekend haunt, but […]
SYDNEY GAY AND LESBIAN MARDI GRAS FULL FESTIVAL PROGRAM GUIDE From the phenomenal parade to poignant talks, dazzling nights of live performance and visual feasts of fancy, the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Festival returns in 2021 with a glittering program of events. With a jam-packed program of events, performances, exhibitions and community activities, there’s something […]
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