May 2019
Advocate Art Award – Applications Now Open
The Central Australian Art Society Inc. presents the Advocate Art Awards Applications are now open to all artists in Central Australia. Entries must be the original work of the entrant, completed in the last 12 months and have not been previously exhibited in Central Australia. Entries close Friday 12th July. Work in any medium is welcome. Click here for conditions of entry and to apply. Successful applicants will be featured in an exhibition that will run from Friday 26th July to Sunday…
Find out more »The Second Latin American Contemporary Fine Art Competition
The competition offers artists from Latin America, the Caribbean, Spain, Portugal, the Latin American diaspora and foreign artists living in Latin America the unique opportunity to present their art to an international audience in the famous art district of Chelsea, in New York City. Prizes (valued at $ 55,000) include participation in an exhibition in New York City, participation in an art fair in the United States, online promotion opportunities and cash prizes. A panel of juries specialized in…
Find out more »Live Alice Mparntwe Arts – Arrernte Artists on Country with Pat Ansell Dodds
Sit with senior Arrernte woman Pat Ansell-Dodds as she shares her culture through art and story. An intimate experience set in the historical setting of Adelaide House, Alice Springs’ first Hospital, learn more about Arrernte history and culture while participating in a free painting workshop. When & Where 9:30am-1pm, every Wednesday through to Saturday from 29 May – 3 August 2019. Adelaide House, Alice Springs. Join in any time, suitable for all ages. To find out what’s on in Alice…
Find out more »June 2019
Murdie & Jeanie
In conjunction with Warlukurlangu Artists, RAFT presents an exhibition of paintings by Murdie Nampijinpa Morris and Jeanie Napangardi Lewis of Nyirripi community. This exhibition is not only a celebration of the work of both Murdie and Jeanie but also an acknowledgment of the rich artistic production from one small community in the Tanami region just to the north of Alice Springs.
Find out more »Helicopter solo
An exhibition of recent works by Helicopter (Joey Tjungarrayi) of Warlayirti Artists, Balgo. Helicopter (Joey Tjungarrayi) born in Nynmi west of Kiwirrkurra has been painting the country where of his birth since the early 90's. Helicopter has been a stalwart supporter of the Warlayirti Artist studio, consistently painting and exhibiting for the past 25 years The exhibition celebrates Helicopter's long career and his very distinctive style.
Find out more »Still in my mind: Gurindji location, experience and visuality
Presented by Artback NT and Araluen Arts Centre Still in my mind: Gurindji location, experience and visuality draws inspiration from Gurindji and Malngin leader Vincent Lingiari’s profound declaration of connection to his Country. Lingiari’s statement “that land ... I still got it on my mind”, forms the exhibition’s touchstone and provides the framework for reflection on the ongoing impact of the Gurindji Walk-Off at Wave Hill, a seminal event in Australia’s history that sparked the national land rights movement and resonates deeply today. Renowned artist…
Find out more »Lost and Found Exhibition
With an eye for ‘treasures’, which others may call ‘junk’, the 10 artists exhibiting in this year’s Lost and Found Exhibition have created unique, eclectic and funky exhibits to stimulate and inspire. Using up-cycled and repurposed objects to create a something of higher quality or value than its original form opens up the mind, as ‘anything goes’. Case in point is the fabulous peacock sculpture on the event poster is created by artist Carmel Ryan. I love to rescue wildlife,…
Find out more »The Wildlife Man Show
Experience the extraordinary life of the Wildlife Man, David Ireland live at Ooraminna Station Homestead. Be treated to watch a number of his amazing documentaries and interact with the man himself. This is an opportunity for all not to be missed. Welcome to the Ooraminna Deckchair Cinema to enjoy the big screen under the evening sky with The Wildlife Man “The Wildlife Man” David Ireland is coming to Alice Springs. The world renown television series and wildlife documentary maker is…
Find out more »Drag Queen Bingo
Drag Queen Bingo at The Rock Bar, Alice Springs every Wednesday night. Featuring fun drag shows, fabulous food and extremely tacky prizes and best of all its FREE - what's not to love - Bookings Essential. Ph: 08 8953 8280 Email: info@therockbar.com.au
Find out more »Share a Meal, Share a Story – Celebrate World National Refugee Week
Join us for lunch at the Library... Refugee Week is an incredible opportunity for the whole nation to celebrate the contribution refugees make to our society, while raising awareness, remembering and honouring the often perilous journey that refugees have taken to reach Australia. Here at the Library we will be celebrating with Safe Harbour. Join us to as we share food, music and stories! - Speakers - Music - Food from around the world - Boat display art installation
Find out more »Ocean Film Festival World Tour 2019
Presented by Adventure Reels With a vision to mesmerise and captivate, the Ocean Film Festival World Tour showcases more than two hours of sublime footage taken above and below the water’s surface. This carefully curated selection of short films documents the beauty and power of the ocean and celebrates the divers, surfers, swimmers and oceanographers who live for the sea’s salt spray; who chase the crests of waves; and who marvel at the mysteries of the big blue. The films feature captivating cinematography,…
Find out more »Queen Forever: We are the Champions Tour
Presented by The Music Group Queen Forever recreates the music and performance of Queen - the British rock band whose fusion of heavy metal, glam rock, and camp theatrics made it one of the most popular groups of the 1970s. The essence of Queen is captured perfectly with authentic costumes, a stunning portrayal of Freddie Mercury by Gareth Hill, all the amazing guitar solos of Brian May and ground-breaking rock harmonies, in a stage show with state-of-the-art sound and lighting that…
Find out more »VanderAa Show | The Rock Bar – Alice Springs
Alice Springs! We are so pumped to have our first show at The Rock Bar. Join us for a boogie from 9pm on Friday 21 June! See you there!
Find out more »UN International World Day of Yoga
Join us for a celebration of UN International Yoga Day and Winter Solstice on the Telegraph Station lawns! We are offering a diverse program of yoga sessions, guided by a variety of Alice Springs yoga teachers to explore different styles and aspects of yoga. Come down for the full morning, or drop by for a class or two. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced yogi, all abilities and levels are most welcome ♥ ~SCHEDULE~ 7:00AM arrival for 7:15AM Welcoming…
Find out more »Mel Robson: Intersections and Boundaries
Presented by Araluen Arts Centre Intersections and Boundaries is the culmination of Alice Springs ceramic artist Mel Robson’s research and experimentation as the Araluen Cultural Precinct Creative in Residence recipient. Responding to both two and three dimensional works from the Araluen Art Collection and engaging with the local community, Robson has created a new body of ceramic works exploring the idea of Place, through the lens of mapping and cartography. Robson uses material, form, surface and mark-making to ask what it is we actually mean when we talk of ‘a Sense of Place’, how we position ourselves…
Find out more »Live Alice – Creativity in the Mall with Central Craft
Sunday workshops in April, May and June, Adelaide House, Todd Mall, Alice Springs. Central Craft present free arts and crafts activities for people of all ages and abilities. Whether you want to learn how to make your own beeswax wraps, macramé a pot holder or crochet a bag these #liveALICE Mparntwe Arts events will delight the young and old. Who Said Oil and Water Don’t Mix? with Deborah Clarke Exploring ‘Wax Resist’ drawing/painting techniques using oil pastel and inks, participants…
Find out more »Read & Write – Adult Literacy Support
Do you or someone you know need help with reading and writing? Join us in these judgment-free and informal Adult Literacy help sessions. Receive support and resources to help you improve your reading and writing. You're never too old to learn! • Grow in confidence • Improve your spelling • Gain skills to help with filling in forms, applying for jobs and emailing • Have a question? We're here to help FREE | All welcome | Light refreshments provided |…
Find out more »Bogan Trivia
Rock Bars own Clitterly has lost it and just drunk too much beer! She is bringing you all the best aussie trivia questions to spice up the night. The first Tuesday of every month catch her at the home of entertainment The Rock Bar $150 cash prize up for grabs!!!!
Find out more »The Long Road from a Broken Heart – Author Talk with Jeremy Scott
On the 15th of October 2011, Jeremy began a challenge of a lifetime, a 2 ½ year, 51,916 km solo bicycle ride from London to New Zealand. As he pedalled his way around the planet, Jeremy covered more than enough distance to circumnavigate the Earth. This phenomenal journey was made possible thanks to the open-heart surgery which saved his life as a child. Jeremy is a recipient of the Australian Heart Foundation ‘Heart Hero Award’ and is an Ambassador for…
Find out more »Sustainable Couture – Opening Night Parade
“All in the Same Boat” - is the theme for eco fashion designers, Sustainable Couture’s, annual Open Night Parade to be held on Thursday, 27 June. After showcasing its ‘Edge of Centre’ Collection at Eco Fashion Week Australia in Fremantle, Sustainable Couture has drawn inspiration from the port city where it was held. We all need to be on board with making the right choices and to take care of our planet ...there is no Planet B! Little steps like…
Find out more »Pride Party @ The Rock Bar
Pride Party at The Rock Bar Alice Springs 28th June 2019!! The Rock Bar is Celebrating Pride month and want to send it off with a Bang! Get down to see our very own drag queen Cliterally serving some sickening lip syncs and DJing the house Hunty We have a live Band Wolf Pack Amadeus in the beer Garden from 9pm & DJ Foxxie Supplying the beats inside! Rainbow cocktails making a come back!! This is an all inclusive event,…
Find out more »Book Launch! Cheeky Dogs: Too Lake Nash and Back.
Come along and meet the talented artist/author Dion Beasley. Dion is visiting Alice Springs (and Red Kangaroo Books) to celebrate the release of his wonderful illustrated memoir 'Cheeky Dogs: To Lake Nash and Back'. The hard cover book 'Cheeky Dogs: To Lake Nash and Back' by Dion Beasley and Johanna Bell will be on sale from June 3rd. For all ages to enjoy, a must-read illustrated memoir from two award-winning NT collaborators. Meet deaf artist, Dion Beasley, and the people…
Find out more »Alice Springs Beanie Festival: A Head Full of Tunes
Presented by Alice Springs Beanie Festival and Araluen Arts Centre In its 23rd year, the Alice Springs Beanie Festival drops the needles with A Head Full of Tunes. From Mozart to magpies, musos to mandolins, mantras to MP3s, (melody) makers from across Central Australian desert communities, across the country and across the globe will transpose and transform the sounds in their heads, the music in their hearts, and the Araluen Arts Centre, into a polyphonic symphony of knit, felt and crochet. This year’s event opens…
Find out more »July 2019
WTS Annual Zine Fair
MAKE ZINES BRING ZINES BUY ZINES SELL ZINES SWAP ZINES YAY ZINES! Open to anyone & everyone! Opens Thursday July 4 5.30 - 7.30pm and continues till Sat It's that time of year again when everyone in town is madly scribbling, scrunching, folding and photocopying to get their self-published beauties out into the bustling space that is the WTS Annual Zine Fair. So what's a zine? By definition: "a magazine; especially : a noncommercial often homemade publication usually devoted to…
Find out more »VanderAa Show | The Gap View Hotel
Currently on tour around Australia, the Darwin born brothers Aaron & Levi VanderAa are producers, multi-instrumentalists and live performers. Their sound of drums, djembe, beatboxing, didgeridoo, guitar, and vocals are all magically enhanced by technology. From humble beginnings busking the streets of the Northern Territory they have progressed to performing festivals such as; Bass in the Grass, Splendour in the Grass & Falls Festival (to name a few). This Vanlife journey of Aaron and Levi from Darwin is definitely a story worth…
Find out more »The Dinner Party
Presented by Expressions Dance Company, Queensland Performing Arts Centre and Araluen Arts Centre “… a lively tasting plate offering the audience plenty to savour.” Courier Mail An elegant dinner party hosted by an influential young man for his manipulative guests is thrown into turmoil when power meets greed, ambition and jealousy. As the evening wears on The Dinner Party exposes society’s insatiable desire for control and status and the power play between the guests intensifies as the accusations start to fly. Who really holds the power…
Find out more »Superwog LIVE
Presented by Century Entertainment The superstars of the hit TV Series Superwog (as seen on ABC TV and YouTube) are back on tour and coming to Alice Springs. Get ready for a night of non-stop laughs as all your favourite characters hit the stage in an outrageous new show. Expect never before seen sketches, as well as a bunch of hilarious favourites from their SOLD OUT 2017 hit show, Fake it Till You Make it. With an incredible 195 Million YouTube views and more than 1 Million subscribers, Superwog are constantly…
Find out more »Lily & the Drum
Lily and the Drum is a Soulful, Bluesy Indie Rock duo featuring vocalist, guitarist Lily and John on percussion, harmonica & amp; backing vocals. Their live sound is rich and full and this guitar and drums duo are often mistaken for a band but there are no computers or backing tracks working in the background, just real music produced by musicians who care. “Honest, raw and energetic” “A guitar and drum duo with an exciting rich melodic sound”.
Find out more »Bjorn Again’s 30th Anniversary Tour
Presented by The Music Group ABBA fans its time to get excited as Bjorn Again are celebrating their 30th Anniversary and you're invited to the party! This world famous and much-loved ABBA show was established in Melbourne Australia in 1988 and has performed over 7000 shows in 100 countries worldwide. The act is widely regarded as the most successful tribute band of all time and is proudly endorsed by ABBA. The key to Bjorn Again’s success is in not just delivering ABBA’s biggest hits to…
Find out more »Alice Springs Quilting Club
Presented by the Alice Springs Quilting Club The Alice Springs Quilting Club presents their 2019 exhibition, fusing classic and contemporary approaches to quilt-making and expressing craftsmanship of the highest order. These quilts are mesmeric and kaleidoscopic labours of love, telling stories about life and family in Central Australia and beyond, expressing great creativity in the application of fabric, pattern, colour and embellishment. The Alice Springs Quilting Club members meet regularly to exchange skills and ideas and their annual exhibition is a wider invitation to share in the rich, longstanding and inspiring…
Find out more »Advocate Art Award 2019
Presented by The Central Australian Art Society The Advocate Art Award is an inclusive and much-loved annual art award for the Central Australian community, presenting a diverse and dynamic mix of works, across many mediums, by new and established artists alike. Coordinated and presented by the Central Australian Art Society, an important volunteer-run organisation in Alice Springs providing support, resources and opportunities to artists, The Advocate Art Award offers significant prizes and professional development opportunities awarded across a number of categories, with a major nonacquisitive award of $2500.
Find out more »Bonachela | Nankivell | Lane
Presented by Sydney Dance Company and Araluen Arts Centre "★★★★ Well worth seeing… Extraordinary… powerful… memorable" – Sydney Morning Herald Sydney Dance Company’s 50th Anniversary bursts into life with a formidable triple bill from Rafael Bonachela, Gabrielle Nankivell and Melanie Lane, each having carved their own unique style, pushing at the possibilities of movement. In a season premiering in Sydney before touring nationally, audiences will see three thrilling works share the one stage for the first time. In the world premiere of Cinco, Rafael Bonachela melds five virtuosic dancers,…
Find out more »August 2019
Madama Butterfly
Presented by Opera Australia and Araluen Arts Centre A man enchanted by the beauty of the East. A woman in love with the promise of the West. Separated by a vast ocean and many years, what will become of their love? Madama Butterfly is a love story that reaches across cultures, across oceans, across time. U.S. Naval officer B.F. Pinkerton is ashore in Japan, and enchanted with its beauty and freedoms. He decides to take a wife, and when the gorgeous geisha Butterfly…
Find out more »2019 August Night Market
Come prepared to be spoiled with a diversity of stalls that clearly reflects this town's inclusive spirit.
Find out more »The Sapphires
Presented by HIT Productions and Araluen Arts Centre “Energetic, passionate, heart wrenching, uplifting, hilarious and engaging.” - Australian Stage The Sapphires is a multiple award-winning musical play, and film that starred Jessica Mauboy, that is coming to the Araluen stage for one night only. Four young Aboriginal women from regional Australia, who like singing country music, suddenly get the chance to change their tune, and their lives. Wearing sequins, armed only with microphones they find themselves trying to spread joy in the hell that is…
Find out more »September 2019
Desert Mob 2019
Presented by the Araluen Arts Centre and Desart Presented in partnership with Desart, Desert Mob is an event of national significance, representing the most comprehensive survey of contemporary Aboriginal art by artists from across the desert regions and communities of Central Australia. After record-breaking audience attendances and artwork sales in 2018, this 29-year–strong event remains as vital and vibrant as ever. In 2019, the Desert Mob Exhibition, Symposium and MarketPlace continues to document and celebrate the dynamic shifts of one of the world’s most important art movements, with artists from Desart member art centres…
Find out more »Soweto Gospel Choir – Freedom
Presented by Andrew Kay and Associates “ 4 Stars - It’s impossible to spend an hour with them and not leave with a big smile on your face” In Daily Winner of the 2019 Grammy Award for Best World Music Album for their latest album Freedom, a collection of songs which celebrate and commemorate South Africa’s democratic movements struggle for freedom, Soweto Gospel Choir now bring their Freedom concert to Australia for the first time. Hailing from Soweto (South West Township), a town outside of…
Find out more »Much Ado About Nothing
Presented by Bell Shakespeare and Araluen Arts Centre Claudio and Hero are deeply in love. Beatrice and Benedick would rather swap sassy insults than sweet nothings. Much Ado About Nothing is a saucy and razor-sharp battle of wits between the bickering Beatrice and Benedick, who wield words as weapons, their banter betraying their love for each other. Claudio however is quickly consumed by envy and his idyllic world threatens to come tumbling down as he humiliates Hero. Beatrice and Benedick must join forces to defend true…
Find out more »2019 September Night Market
Come prepared to be spoiled with a diversity of stalls that clearly reflects this town's inclusive spirit.
Find out more »October 2019
Practically Perfect
Presented by Araluen Arts Centre For generations she has graced the stage and screen, and is fondly remembered for being Maria in The Sound of Music and of course, the wonderful nanny in Mary Poppins. Now in one glorious stage production, Practically Perfect celebrates the life and music of the legendary Dame Julie Andrews. Featuring some of her best known songs from shows such as Mary Poppins, My Fair Lady, The Sound of Music, Victor Victoria and more, interwoven with stories of her life on and off the…
Find out more »The Australian Burlesque Festival – Tropical Tease
The Australian Burlesque Festival – Tropical Tease! Celebrating 10 successful years A night of glamorous classic tease and modern neo-burlesque that will dazzle, delight and stimulate the senses! ‘Tropical Tease’ will consist of some of the best and most entertaining international and local burlesque performers. Join us in celebrating traditional Bump n’ Grind, vintage-flavoured tease, sizzling cabaret and variety entertainment! Be delighted, tantalised and pleasantly entertained as you experience jaw-dropping glamour and high quality shows from leading stars of the…
Find out more »Isaiah Firebrace in Concert
Presented by Araluen Arts Centre Hot on the heels of his return from the Ukraine, Isaiah Firebrace, Australia’s top ten ranked 2017 Eurovision Song Contest finalist, will be touring Australia with his 4-piece band in his new 2 hour concert spectacular. Hailing from just outside Melbourne, along the banks of the Murray River, Isaiah first stepped into the spotlight in 2016 when he was crowned winner of the eighth season of The X Factor Australia. Since then he’s grabbed global attention for his #1 single It’s Gotta…
Find out more »2019 October Night Market
Come prepared to be spoiled with a diversity of stalls that clearly reflects this town's inclusive spirit.
Find out more »November 2019
Franca Barraclough: The Visitors
Presented by Araluen Arts Centre Franca Barraclough’s The Visitors is a visual survey of people, paths and stories woven through the sociological landscape of contemporary Central Australian culture, a distillation of poignant local imagery harnessed to give an artistic account of the impacts and influences on desert life. The making of these large–scale photographs involves Barraclough engaging, choreographing and collaborating with a diverse range of local community members in unique, inimitable and immersive experiences. Reproduced with all the gloss of tourism advertising, each image is alluring but also documents the particular…
Find out more »2019 November Night Market
Come prepared to be spoiled with a diversity of stalls that clearly reflects this town's inclusive spirit.
Find out more »Greenbush Art Group: Shake, Rattle and Roll
Greenbush Art Group: Shake, Rattle and Roll A History of Central Australian Transport Presented by Araluen Arts Centre Shake, Rattle and Roll: A History of Central Australian Transport by the Greenbush Art Group at the Alice Springs Correctional Centre, pays tribute to and interprets the history of transport in Central Australia. Early transport created a paradigm shift in desert regions, enabling the expansion of settler colonialism, ‘opening up’ the continent’s interior, creating cultural complexity and irrevocably changing the way people live, travel and engage…
Find out more »December 2019
Alice Springs Town Council Christmas Carnival 2019
The Alice Springs Town Council’s Christmas Carnival permeates the Red Centre with festive fun and Christmas cheer!
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