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24sep - 4octsep 245:00 pmoct 4Desert Festival 2020Alice Springs

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Desert Festival is set to return this September to celebrate the best of local arts and desert culture in Alice Springs/Mparntwe.

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Desert Festival is set to return this September to celebrate the best of local arts and desert culture in Alice Springs/Mparntwe.

Over ten balmy days and nights, our vibrant desert community will gather for the twentieth year of Desert Festival and relish in all things music, theatre, film and art, created right here in our own backyard.

The festival will open in conjunction with the Alice Springs Town Council Night Markets on Thursday September 24 and conclude with celebrations for the twentieth anniversary on Sunday October 4.

Desert Festival, presented by Red Hot Arts Central Australia, will proudly deliver an all-Territory program in 2020 featuring a diverse range of local talent providing daily pop-up performances and a night-time program that will have a broad activation of venues and theatres across town.

In keeping with tradition, this year’s festival branding showcases the 2019 Advocate Art Award Desert Festival Prize winning piece ‘Phoenix Interrupted’ by Rick Lausberg.

Desert Festival has been made possible with the generous support of the Northern Territory Government and Alice Springs Town Council.

Time

September 24 (Thursday) 5:00 pm - October 4 (Sunday) 10:00 pm

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Alice Springs Desert Park Larapinta Drive, Alice Springs

26sep6:30 pmAlice Springs World Chamber Orchestra | Desert Festival 2020Alice Springs Desert Park

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From Haydn to Piazolla, Philip Glass to Max Richter, Arvo Pärt, Elena Kats Chernin to Radiohead and Traditional Chinese Harp to Lady Gaga...come and listen [...]

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From Haydn to Piazolla, Philip Glass to Max Richter, Arvo Pärt, Elena Kats Chernin to Radiohead and Traditional Chinese Harp to Lady Gaga…come and listen to the Alice Springs World Chamber Orchestra LIVE amongst nature at the Alice Springs Desert Park

The aspiration behind this desert orchestra is to present a fine mix of classical contemporary chamber music with a touch of the outlandish.

Alice Springs WCO’s diverse program ranges from Bach, Mozart, Schubert to Piazzolla, Vaughan Williams, Morricone, Sculthorpe, Elena Kats-Chernin, Max Richter Arvo Pårt and Radiohead, so you’re in for a real treat when they perform.

The concert will include a world premiere performance on the Guzheng (Chinese Harp) by soloist Tsun-En Cheng.

ASWCO Artists:
Harshini Bartlett, Sarah Dick, Cello
Ed Nicholson, Viola
Erin Darrigan, Jane Coleman, Bo Zeng, Jessica Wright, Violin
Luiz Gubeissi, Double Bass
Caleb Michael Keane, Clarinet
Tsun-En Cheng, Piano & Guzheng (21 string harp)
Markus Kuchenbuch, AD & flute

Bookings required. Limited spots available.
Ticket includes canapés and drinks on arrival.

Time

(Saturday) 6:30 pm

Location

Alice Springs Desert Park

Larapinta Drive, Alice Springs

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Darwin Sailing Club Atkins Drive Fannie Bay

26sep7:30 pmHotel Red Live at Darwin Sailing ClubDarwin Sailing Club

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FREE EVENT!! Hotel Red with Annie Gastin are playing live at Darwin Sailing Club from 7:30pm on the Saturday 26th September!

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FREE EVENT!! Hotel Red with Annie Gastin are playing live at Darwin Sailing Club from 7:30pm on the Saturday 26th September!

Members and Guests all welcome to come down to this free event and enjoy the view along with some Swing, Jazz and Blues tunes!

Time

(Saturday) 7:30 pm

Location

Darwin Sailing Club

Atkins Drive Fannie Bay

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Darwin Railway Club 17 Somervile Gardens Parap, Darwin, Northern Territory

26sep8:00 pmOff The Rails CabaretDarwin Railway Club

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The Yin Yang Tang Collective present: Off The Rails Cabaret! The NEO, Solid State Circus and Darwin’s Divine Dancers are this month joining with Rixs Kix Dance Co, The Femme [...]

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The Yin Yang Tang Collective present: Off The Rails Cabaret! The NEO, Solid State Circus and Darwin’s Divine Dancers are this month joining with Rixs Kix Dance Co, The Femme Funkale DJ’s from Tropodelica, comedians Rusty Rhubarb, Leah Potter and Mia Stanford for a massive night of entertainment at the Darwin Railway Club. Hosted by Robbie Hoad, the show Incorporates burlesque, comedy, dance, live music, circus and more, this show celebrates the return of the wild variety night with performers of all styles and flavours. Prepare to laugh, cry, celebrate and gasp in amazement and bewilderment.

Time

(Saturday) 8:00 pm

Location

Darwin Railway Club

17 Somervile Gardens Parap, Darwin, Northern Territory

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Happy Yess 12 Smith Street, Darwin City, Darwin, Northern Territory

26sep9:00 pmWake Me Up When September Shreds - Edith Falls, PANIC BRUSS, Kathryn and the OverbytesHappy Yess

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Ready for a riffing good time? Join us for a night of original music as three local Darwin bands shred into the end of September. Pre-Sale [...]

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Ready for a riffing good time? Join us for a night of original music as three local Darwin bands shred into the end of September.
Pre-Sale tickets $10
Door tickets $15 (if tickets sell out before the gig then there will be no tickets available at the door. So get in soon.)

Edith Falls is a Gothic Alternative-Rock band formed in Darwin NT 2020

Dare to dream the 80s never ended with Darwin’s synth rock pariahs PANIC BRUSS

Kathryn and the Overbytes are a powerhouse of progressive rock. Deep and reflective lyrics are accompanied by virtuosic guitar lines and a driving rhythm section. The band recently performed a sold out show at Happy Yess alongside Darwin legends Tempermental, Danger Den and Fat Pidgeon.

Time

(Saturday) 9:00 pm

Location

Happy Yess

12 Smith Street, Darwin City, Darwin, Northern Territory

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Sanderson Middle School 60 Matthews Road, Wulagi NT 0812

27sep9:30 amToni Childs - Because your'e beautiful - experience - in Darwin!Sanderson Middle School

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Join soulful, Grammy-award nominated singer Toni Childs as she encourages you to deeply connect with the beauty and wisdom of who you are with this [...]

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Join soulful, Grammy-award nominated singer Toni Childs as she encourages you to deeply connect with the beauty and wisdom of who you are with this unique yoga experience that combines dance, celebration, meditation, story-telling and singing. For all ages over 10 and abilities.

$10 includes three songs and an intimate performance of Toni’s Emmy-award winning song, Because You’re Beautiful.

Sunday 27 September
9.30am to 12.30pm
Sanderson Middle School

Time

(Sunday) 9:30 am

Location

Sanderson Middle School

60 Matthews Road, Wulagi NT 0812

Organizer

Drag Territory

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Todd Mall Markets Todd Mall, Alice Springs

27sep11:00 am- 11:40 amWest African Drumming & Dance Workshop I Desert Festival 2020Todd Mall Markets

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King Marong and his drumming and dancing friends are here to share their love of music and movement. Head down to [...]

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King Marong and his drumming and dancing friends are here to share their love of music and movement.

Head down to the Todd Mall Markets on Sunday 27th September and join them in a fun-filled workshop involving clapping, singing, counting and more and ignite your creativity!

The West African Drumming & Dance Workshop is proudly supported by Lokathula Couture.

Pre-register for this free event online or via the Desert Festival Hub in the Alice Plaza and secure your spot!

Time

(Sunday) 11:00 am - 11:40 am

Location

Todd Mall Markets

Todd Mall, Alice Springs

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Darwin Waterfront 7 Kitchener Drive, Darwin, Northern Territory 0800

27sep12:00 pm- 4:00 pmSundays Live at the LagoonDarwin Waterfront

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Unwind to lives tunes by the Recreation Lagoon every Sunday during the dry season. Different local musicians will entertain each week from 12noon to 4pm. Social distancing measures should be adhered to [...]

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Unwind to lives tunes by the Recreation Lagoon every Sunday during the dry season.

Different local musicians will entertain each week from 12noon to 4pm.

Social distancing measures should be adhered to at all times as outlined by the NT Government.

Time

(Sunday) 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Location

Darwin Waterfront

7 Kitchener Drive, Darwin, Northern Territory 0800

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Darwin Trailer Boat Club 8 Atkins Dr, Fannie Bay

27sep2:00 pm- 5:00 pmSeaside SessionsDarwin Trailer Boat Club

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SEASIDE SESSIONS: Sundays at Darwin Trailer Boat Club Wind down your week with an afternoon of live music by the sea.

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SEASIDE SESSIONS: Sundays at Darwin Trailer Boat Club

Wind down your week with an afternoon of live music by the sea.

We have curated a weekly changing line-up of Darwin’s finest musicians, who will be playing an acoustic set underneath our stunning Green Sails. Check our Facebook page for musician announcements each week.

Launching 2nd August

Every Sunday I 2 – 5PM

Time

(Sunday) 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Location

Darwin Trailer Boat Club

8 Atkins Dr, Fannie Bay

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Dinah Beach Cruising Yacht Association 68 Frances Bay Drive, Stuart Park, Darwin, Northern Territory 0820

27sep5:00 pm- 8:00 pmLast Sunday JamDinah Beach Yacht Club

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The jam is back at Dinah! Music makers and music appreciators are invited down from 5-8pm to enjoy an experience of varied tunes in our laid-back seaside venue. Last Sunday of every [...]

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The jam is back at Dinah!
Music makers and music appreciators are invited down from 5-8pm to enjoy an experience of varied tunes in our laid-back seaside venue.
Last Sunday of every month, first one this Sun 28 June.
We welcome jam coordinator Mark Muffler.
Basic backline music equipment provided.
Drinks riders for performers.

Time

(Sunday) 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Location

Dinah Beach Cruising Yacht Association

68 Frances Bay Drive, Stuart Park, Darwin, Northern Territory 0820

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Deckchair Cinema Jervois Rd Darwin

27sep5:30 pmFOLDBACK BBQ SESSIONS - East Journey and RachelRachelDeckchair Cinema - Darwin

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5.30pm - Foldback presents The BBQ sessions Foldback are dishing up a sizzling assortment of Territory music served in a slice of the best in Top [...]

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5.30pm – Foldback presents The BBQ sessions
Foldback are dishing up a sizzling assortment of Territory music served in a slice of the best in Top End comedy.

Featuring:

East Journey | RachelRachel | Danielle Andrews | Amy Hetherington

This event is running in conjunction with the Darwin International Film Festival who will present a film after the musical acts:

8pm – Looky Looky Here Comes Cooky – Theatrical Premiere: A fresh, funny and provocative look at the Cook legend from a First Nations’ perspective. Six diverse and distinctive commissions in Indigenous Language and English come together to create a new songline for 21st century Australia – one of spirituality, of cultural resistance and survival. The film features outstanding Indigenous music producer Daniel Rankine P.K.A. Trials (founding member of AB Original) as well as Indigenous singer/songwriters Mo’Ju, Alice Skye, Kev Carmody, Birdz, Fred Leone and Mau Power. The weaver of the story – outstanding poet and performer – Steven Oliver. His question – in the year 2020, does Australia have a blurred history of Cook?

Time

(Sunday) 5:30 pm

Location

Deckchair Cinema

Jervois Rd Darwin

Organizer

Foldback Media

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Foreshore Restaurant and Cafe Casuarina Dr, Darwin, Northern Territory 0810

27sep6:00 pmCrystal Robins @ Foreshore CafeForeshore Cafe, Nightcliff

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Time

(Sunday) 6:00 pm

Location

Foreshore Restaurant and Cafe

Casuarina Dr, Darwin, Northern Territory 0810

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Jump Inn 4 Traeger Avenue, Alice Springs

29sep7:00 pmJump Inn JammmmJump Inn - Alice Springs

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Your favourite Jump Inn Jam is back!! It’s Jam Time Folks! Get yourself down to us at Jump Inn for your regular Jam Sesh! Featured artist from 7pm and then open improv from [...]

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Your favourite Jump Inn Jam is back!!
It’s Jam Time Folks!
Get yourself down to us at Jump Inn for your regular Jam Sesh!
Featured artist from 7pm and then open improv from 8pm!
Make Tuesday your new Friday!
come down and Jam!

Time

(Tuesday) 7:00 pm

Location

Jump Inn

4 Traeger Avenue, Alice Springs

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