May: Eat, play, stay
24 May 2016
From the bright lights of Vivid Sydney to the glamour of the Adelaide Cabaret Festival, there's lots to enjoy this month around Australia.
South Australia
Adelaide Cabaret Festival
Now in its 16th year, this year’s Adelaide Cabaret Festival features a smorgasbord of local and international talent including Megan Hilty, Eddie Perfect, Ali McGregor, Kate Ceberano, Paul Grabowsky, Rhonda Burchmore, Bobby Fox, Emma Pask and more.
Date: 10-25 June
Where: Various
Tickets: Various
For more information: http://www.adelaidecabaretfestival.com.au/
New South Wales
Vivid Sydney
Watch Sydney light up all over the city, from Circular Quay and Darling Harbour to Chatswood, Taronga Zoo, Martin Place, The Rocks and The Galleries Victoria. Vivid Sydney also features a fascinating program of speakers covering a range of topics including ethics, media, arts and design.
Date: 27 May - 18 June
Tickets: Various
For more information: http://www.vividsydney.com/
Western Australia
Jazz by the Bay
Fresh from the Perth International Jazz Festival, this exciting array of jazz artists will delight and thrill audiences in the heart of Dunsborough in the Margaret River region.
Date: 3-5 June
Where: Various
Tickets: Free and ticketed events
For more information: http://www.jazzbythebay.com.au
Northern Territory
Top Half Folk Festival
Celebrate the Queen's Birthday weekend at the Top Half Folk Festival at Mary River Park, featuring various concerts, workshops, presentations, poetry and dancing.
Date: 10-13 June
Where: Top End Folk Club
Tickets: Various
For more information: www.topendfolkclub.org
Queensland
Broadbeach Country Music Festival, Gold Coast
This fabulous free event is jam-packed with toe-tapping country music artists including Adam Brand, the Adam Eckersley Band, The Sunny Cowgirls, Casey Barnes, Christie Lamb and more.
Held across various locations, including the Broadbeach Mall Stage, the Envy Hotel, Niecon Plaza, Pacific Fair Shopping Centre and Surf Parade.
Date: 17 June
Tickets: Free
For more information: http://www.broadbeachcountry.com
Victoria
Silver screen classics - Jonathon Welch
Since his debut with Dame Joan Sutherland in 1988, Jonathon Welch AM has entertained audiences all over the world with his voice. In this tribute to all of his favourite movies, Jonathon will be singing songs from Casablanca, South Pacific, Wizard of Oz, My Fair Lady and more.
Date: 1-2 June
Where: Geelong Performing Arts Centre
Tickets: from $17 each
For more information: https://www.gpac.org.au/event/613/Silver%20Screen%20Classics%20-%20Jonathon%20Welch
Tasmania
Bay of Fires Winter Arts Festival
From markets and workshops to open studios, film and live music, the Bay of Fires Winter Arts Festival is a wonderful way to spend the long weekend.
Date: 10-13 June
Where: Various locations in the Bay of Fires region
Tickets: Various
For more information: http://www.bayoffireswinterartsfestival.com.au/
Australian Capital Territory
Canberra Wind Symphony: Blown Away
The wonderful Canberra Wind Symphony returns with a stunning program featuring the works of Antonin Dvorak, Alfred Reed, Yosuke Fukuda, as well as a national wind premiere composed by Australian Sean O’Boyle.
Date: 25 May
Where: Street Theatre Canberra
Tickets: From $10 each
For more information: http://www.thestreet.org.au/shows/canberra-wind-symphony-blown-away
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