Armidale Events

Fearing the Death of Art? Are you a painter, writer, researcher, designer, composer, performer, creator?  Are you a student or teacher in the visual, literary and performing arts? Respected Director of Armidale’s New England Regional Art Museum, Rachael Parsons, will take a cool-headed and skeptical look at world-wide predictions on the imminent Death of Art. Rachael’s presentation will highlight the history of invasive technology and the ensuing panic it causes artists about their ownership, authorship, labour, originality, and power.  She will […]

18 years + event. Photo ID required for entry.  Dust off your denim, crank the Walkman, and get ready to spice up your life - this isn’t just trivia, it’s a full-blown 80s/90s revival! Rewind the clock and relive the decades that gave us big hair, bold fashion, and absolute bangers. This is drag trivia with a retro twist - where camp meets nostalgia, and your memory gets a workout worthy of an aerobics VHS. Hosted by pop-culture powerhouses, Terry Daktyl […]

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In this special collaboration, pianist Brieley Cutting and acclaimed violinist Doretta Balkizas present a recital centring on major classics from the French and German repertory. All masterworks on the program are linked by their glowing, radiant sounds and uplifting moods. The first part of the recital comes from France: Debussy’s shimmering Violin and Piano Sonata, followed by Lili Boulanger’s delicately heart-warming Two Pieces and then Messiaen’s Theme and Variations, which is built on a tender and lyrical idea consisting of a floating melody. The second half […]

Supported by Emily Lubitz. Emily (5.30-6.15pm) and Ash (6.45- 8.15pm). A career spanning 12 studio albums, six Australian Top-50 albums, five ARIA and four AIR Award Nominations, two APRA Awards, and gong for Best International Act at the LA Music Critic Awards in 2014, Grunwald has cemented his status as one of Australia’s most exciting and entertaining live musicians. Known for a number of hit collaborations with the who’s who of Australian music throughout his career (Josh Teskey, Kasey Chambers, Scott & […]

One night only - Lehmo and Lloyd Langford Lehmo is one of Australia’s most experienced and well-travelled comedians. Lehmo’s live work has seen him headline at comedy clubs for well over 15 years and work all corners of the globe – USA, UK, Ireland, South Africa, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong and Thailand. Lehmo can be heard on ABC Radio’s Grandstand on weekends, and on the Triple M network across the week He also stars in the Logie-winning and critically acclaimed […]

The Many Faces of Margaret Olley: Artist, Sitter and Patron - Anne Harbens (Australia) Margaret Olley was the subject of William Dobell's Archibald winning portrait in 1948 and again in 2011 for Ben Quilty. The studio from her Paddington home is now re-created at the Tweed Regional Gallery in Murwillumbah. Anne Arbens' early career was in biotechnology and business. She is now pursuing a PhD through a Dutch university. Anne has lectured in Australia, the S, in the UK and […]

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We are turning 100...and it is time to celebrate with our community! Celebrate 100 years of CWA in Armidale. Free Devonshire tea (CWA famous scones); historical displays showing local CWA story and Armidale's past;  live musical performances; bush poet performing; kid's activities through the day, family fun; Picnic on the lawns or purchase from local food vans, Homestead tours available (cost involved); explore the magnificent gardens and historic farm buildings. A community day for all ages - everyone welcome.

A night of good food, fabulous live music and great company.

Come along for a great night of good company and foot tapping music.

Come along for a great night of good company and foot tapping music.