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YOUR ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO WHAT’S ON IN CANBERRA THIS WEEKEND!
Every Monday for more than eight years, we’ve published This Week in The Can, our comprehensive guide to everything happening around the city this week – but sometimes it’s just too epic to get through!
That’s why each Friday we publish our Weekend Edit—a curated selection of events we think you’ll love!
SUNDAY ROAST AT PIALLIGO ESTATE
Warm up this winter with a hearty Sunday Roast.
The Sunday roast tradition is all about sitting down to a big meal of veggies, gravy and roast meat with your family to reconnect after a long week. And wine. Sunday Roasts are always better with wine!
Join Pialligo Estate to enjoy the best Roast you have ever experienced. With vegetables from their very own Market Gardens and meats from their Pialligo Estate Smokehouse – you will not be disappointed.
A ticket to Sunday Roast will gain you entry into the beautiful Glasshouse where you will find your place on long, shared tables using the seating plan provided.
The three-course lunch will dazzle you with shared plates of their spectacular seasonal produce with the hero of the day – the roast.
Purchase drinks from the Estate’s fantastic bar and enjoy the views over Canberra while you connect with your guests.
Adults enjoy a 3-course lunch on shared platters for $65 per person. Children will receive a 2-course lunch for $30 per person.
Happening Sunday 2 June from 12 pm at Pialligo Estate, 18 Kallaroo Road, Pialligo
See the website for more information.
ME TOO: STORIES FROM THE AUSTRALIAN MOVEMENT
In October 2017, the hashtag #MeToo went viral.
Since then we’ve watched controversy erupt around Geoffrey Rush, Germaine Greer and Junot Díaz. We’ve talked about tracking the movement back via Helen Garner, Rosie Batty and Hannah Gadsby. We’ve discussed #NotAllMen, toxic masculinity and trolls.
We’ve seen the #MeToo movement evolve and start to accuse itself – has it gone too far? Is it enough? What does it mean in this country?
In #metoo: Stories from the Australian movement, thirty-five contributors share their own #MeToo stories, analysis and commentary to survey the movement in an Australian context.
This collection resists victimhood. It resists silence. It insists on change. It’s a conversation starter, not the last word.
Meet one of the anthology’s co-editors, Miriam Sved in conversation with HerCanberra Associate Editor Emma Macdonald, along with Canberra contributor Ginger Gorman.
Tickets: $15 (includes a complimentary glass of house wine or juice)
Happening Sunday 2 June from 3 – 4 pm at Muse, 69 Canberra Avenue, Kingston (inside East Hotel).
See the website for tickets and more information.
BARBARA AND THE CAMP DOGS
Part road-story, part family drama, part political cry-from-the-heart, Barbara and the Camp Dogs is a high-octane rock gig featuring the powerhouse duo of Ursula Yovich and Elaine Crombie, and a very sharp band keeping the night alive.
Meet Barbara and her band the Camp Dogs. Barbara’s been trying to make it in Sydney, but this is a tough town for musicians. In all the relentless demands of city life, where’s the sense of belonging she craves?
When her mother’s health deteriorates, Barbara and her cousin René hit the road, embarking on a pilgrimage back home to country.
Barbara and the Camp Dogs was Belvoir’s 2017 sleeper hit that – due to overwhelming demand – will make a return in 2019 with a national tour.
So take a seat and prepare to be blown away by Barbara and the Camp Dogs.
Happening 30 May – 1 June at Canberra Theatre Centre.
See canberratheatrecentre.com.au/show/barbara-and-the-camp-dogs for tickets and more information.
FRIDAY NIGHT DRINKS AT PIALLIGO ESTATE
Pair delectable charcuterie and a selection of incredible wines on Fridays at Pialligo Estate.
Let the stunning views sweep you away while relaxing with friends tasting wine from the vineyard and sampling award-winning smoked meats.
Be amongst the first to enjoy the comfort and intimacy of the new extended garden pavilion or find some space on the lush grass listening to live entertainment and challenging your colleagues to a lawn game or two.
For the more adventurous, the Estate’s Horticulturalist and Sommelier will take small groups on tours of the vineyard, providing guests with a close-up of this year’s grapes and an understanding of what can be expected in the next Vintage.
Once you’ve worked up an appetite select from the generous charcuterie and cheese boards, share-plates or small meals from the Head Chef matched with wines of your choice from the Sommelier.
If it’s been a hectic week and you are after something with a bit more kick, try one of the Estate’s signature cocktails made straight from the fruits off the Estate’s very own orchard!
Call 6247 6060 to book a table in advance or just arrive on the day.
Happening every Friday except for public holidays from 4 – 8.30 pm (happy hour from 5 – 6 pm) at Pialligo Estate, 18 Kallaroo Road, Pialligo.
See thepialligoestate.com.au/whats-on/friday-night-drinks for more information.
The World Goes ‘Round presented by Canberra REP
Photo by Helen Drum, copyright Canberra Repertory Society.
Come and join us where it is warm inside and risk singing along to this great Off-Broadway smash hit – The World Goes ‘Round!
A brilliantly constructed retrospective of prolific musical theatre collaborators, Kander and Ebb. Filled with humor, romance, drama and nonstop melody, this revue is a thrilling celebration of life and the fighting spirit that keeps us all going.
Five individuals find themselves careening through the world of love, babies and coffee. From Cabaret to Chicago, the nonstop hit-parade features unforgettable gems, including “Mr. Cellophane,” “Maybe This Time”, “Cabaret” and “New York, New York,” seamlessly interwoven into a passionate, harmonious, up-tempo evening of musical theatre.
Tickets available at the door from one hour before the start of performances.
Happening 31 May and 1 June at 2 pm and 8 pm at the Canberra Repertory Theatre, 3 Repertory Lane, Acton.
See the website for more information.
THE DRESSMAKER COSTUME EXHIBITION
Kate Winslet as Myrtle ‘Tilly’ Dunnage. Image supplied.
From 1950s Dungatar to 2019 Canberra, the original costumes from the hit film The Dressmaker will be on display at the NFSA from 18 April 2019.
Audiences will be able to go ‘behind the seams’ of a diverse range of elegant vintage fashion worn by Hollywood stars and home-grown acting talents including Kate Winslet, Liam Hemsworth, Hugo Weaving, Sarah Snook, Judy Davis, Rebecca Gibney and more.
The exhibition, designed by Marion Boyce, features a spectacular range of haute couture worn by the film’s stars.
The Dressmaker Costume Exhibition celebrates the artistry of the film’s sumptuous designs, as well as the transformational power of fashion.
Showing from Thursday 18 April until Sunday 18 August from 10 am – 4 pm at the National Film and Sound Archive, McCoy Circuit, Acton.
See nfsa.gov.au for more information.
WATSON PRESCHOOL: WINTER WONDERLAND FETE
Embrace the arrival of winter at the Watson Preschool Winter Wonderland Fete.
Cupcakes, Sausage Sizzle, Lucy Sparkles entertainment, Face Painting, Jumping Castle, Lucky Dip, Books, Kids Activities and so much more…
Feast on delicious food and enjoy great entertainment for the kids and the community.
Free entry.
Happening Saturday 1 June from 11 am – 2 pm at Watson Preschool, 60 Knox Street, Watson.
See Facebook for more information.
The Historical Expression of Chinese Art: Calligraphy and Painting from the National Museum of China
Calligraphy and painting are two treasures of traditional Chinese culture. For thousands of years artists have produced works that have sustained the practice of China’s most revered art and provided cultural nourishment for the Chinese people.
This Australian-first exhibition explores the breadth and tradition of Chinese calligraphy and painting through artworks from the National Museum of China’s collection. See exquisite paintings by three Chinese modern artists — Xie Yun, Xiao Lang and Wang Naizhuang —and an extraordinary 20-metre-long replica 18th-century scroll documenting Emperor Qianlong’s 1751 tour to the southern provinces.
A mesmerising and immersive animation brings the story of the scroll and its historical figures to life in intricate three-dimensional detail.
The National Museum of Australia’s Harvest of Endurance pictorial scroll, painted in the traditional gong bi style and representing two centuries of Chinese contact with, and migration to, Australia forms a companion element of the exhibition, with eight of its 50 metres on display.
This exhibition is part of a cultural exchange with the National Museum of China.
Free entry.
Showing until 28 July 2019 at the National Museum of Australia, Lawson Crescent, Acton.
See nma.gov.au/chinese-art for more information.
THE COFFEE MAN FILM SCREENING WITH WORLD BICYCLE RELIEF
You are invited to attend a special screening of The Coffee Man, hosted by World Bicycle Relief and 2015 World Barista Champion, Saša Šestić.
Migrating to Canberra in the late ’90s, Saša first played as a professional handball player before discovering his life’s work: coffee. This film captures his journey as he trains and works towards the most coveted title in the coffee world, World Barista Champion.
All proceeds from this special screening will go towards World Bicycle Relief, which seeks to mobilise people through the power of bicycles
Tickets are $22 per person + $1.95 booking fee with all proceeds going to World Bicycle Relief.
Happening Sunday 2 June from 10 am – 12.30 pm at Palace Electric, 2 Phillip Law Street, NewActon.
See Facebook for more information.
CELLAR DOOR
Cellar Door is a wine market for Canberra’s wonderful wine scene happening every Saturday from 3-6 pm. Buy wines from local makers every Saturday afternoon in the iconic Nishi Grand Stair, NewActon Precinct.
Grab a souvenir glass, taste the latest drops, and buy at cellar door prices.
Wine stalls rotate each week with complementing stalls like flowers, cheese, chocolate and books.
Make a day of it with a film at Palace Electric Cinema and NewActon’s leading food and drink destinations.
Happening every Saturday from 3-6 pm on the Nishi Grand Stair, inside the Nishi Building, Philip Law Street, NewActon.
See the website for more details.
CARRIBERRIE – INDIGENOUS SONG AND DANCE VR EXPERIENCE
Put on your virtual reality headset and let David Gulpilil and Jack Charles guide you on a journey of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander song and dance.
You’ll encounter the contemporary dancers of Bangarra performing at the Sydney Opera House, The Lonely Boys rocking out in Alice Springs, and performers of songs and dances used to share knowledge and culture for thousands of years.
From Uluru to Cairns and the Torres Strait, this is an intimate and immersive experience unlike any other.
Happening now until Saturday 1 June from 11 am – 2 pm at the National Film and Sound Archive.
See nfsa.gov.au for more information.
TNA TURNS PINK 4
Help us attempt a World Record – TNA Turns Pink 4 is a huge fundraising day based around a continuous netball game.
There will be food stalls, monster raffles, photo booths visits from Emergency services and a whole lot more.
Teams, often in fancy dress, challenge friends, colleagues and family to a brief 12-minute social netball match. Competitors donate $5 each per game and you can play as many games as you like, so organise your teams and come down and have a great day. Book now via Eventbrite.
Come on down to the Tuggeranong Netball Association Courts on Saturday 1 June from 8 am to join the fun.
All funds raised on the day are donated to Marymead and Bosom Buddies ACT. For more information about this event, call 0412850150
Happening Saturday 1 June 8 am – 6 pm at Calwell Netball Courts, Were Street, Calwell.
Cost/price: $5 per person for each 12-minute game
See Eventbrite for tickets and more information.
MONSTER’S AFTERNOON DELIGHT
Serene, methodical and exceptionally Monster.
Presenting a new Sunday afternoon blend, Monster Kitchen and Bar is adding a little extra flavour to your signature lazy day with its very own High Tea…
Amidst the hand-crafted furniture, bespoke artwork, and ambient lighting you will find the familiar flavours you have come to appreciate from the team at Monster with a range of exclusive tea flavours by Tea Garden co, tea-inspired cocktails, Champagne all complemented by black and gold fixtures.
Tickets $70 to $120.
Happening every Sunday from 1 pm at Monster Kitchen, Ovolo Nishi.
See Facebook for more information.
Inked: Australian Cartoons
Inked features a selection of the best cartoons from the National Library of Australia’s extensive collections.
The exhibition draws from over 14,000 cartoons by dozens of artists, from before the arrival of the First Fleet in 1788 up to the present. Each work is a time capsule, offering a snapshot of Australian life.
Visitors will be captivated by the works on display by many greats of Australian cartooning, including Will Dyson, Judy Horacek, Michael Leunig, David Low, Phil May, Alan Moir, Bruce Petty, Martin Sharp, Cathy Wilcox and many more.
INKED: PLAY
Come and see the famous Gumnut Babies going off to war. Create your own cartoon or draw a protest sign to hang on our display wall. Get stuck into a book. Find all the hidden Inkie the Echidnas and explore whether the world is doomed or domed.
Inked Play is open daily as part of Inked: Australian Cartoons. Find it by following Inkie the Echidna.
Open 10 am to 5 pm every day until 21 July 2019
ROMANCE WRITING REBOOTED WITH VALERIE PARV AM
Back by popular demand, celebrated romance writer Valerie Parv is here to guide you through plotting your romance novel, with the ACT Writers Centre’s Saturday 1 June workshop, ‘Romance Writing Rebooted’.
The day will include invaluable tips on how to manage romantic tension, pace and flow. Bring along your open mind, story ideas, and prepare to have fun!
Happening Saturday 1 June from 10 am – 4 pm at ACT Writers Centre, Gorman House 55 Ainslie Avenue, Braddon.
See Eventbrite for more information.
CANBERRA SINFONIA PERFORMS TANGOS & MOZART
Enjoy an eclectic mix of Western and Latin cultures as the Canberra Sinfonia presents Mozart’s Sinfonia Concertante and a selection of popular tangos for a vibrant and unique concert. Canberra Sinfonia are proud to collaborate with soloists Barbara Gilby (violin) and Lucy Carrigy-Ryan (viola) to perform Mozart’s Sinfonia Concertante, one of the most virtuosic Classical showcases of musical brilliance.
A selection of popular tangos, including arrangements by Australian and international tango specialists, alongside Piazzolla’s timeless Libertango, will form the other half of this diverse program.
Happening Saturday 1 June from 3 pm at Wesley Uniting Church, Forrest.
See canberrasinfonia.com for more information.
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