On Wednesday 19th July Jakeob Watson proud Gomeroi man, artist and storyteller held Stage 1 of the mural project as part of the Liddell Creative program. Students from Merriwa and Cassilis schools were involved with creating the first layers of the art works. Jakeob told the story of Baiame and the importance of family and…
Liddell WORKS is a creative program marking the closure of the Liddell power station, and its long legacy. The core of the program is 15 artist “residencies” where artists respond to the power station with fresh individual expressions, culminating in an exhibition in mid 2024. Fran Wachtel Fran Wachtel’s corrugated iron shed workspace appears…
Applications have now closed. Grants of up to $1,000 are available for artists or organisations including museums and historical societies working across all artforms in the Upper Hunter region. Small businesses may apply. The grants are aimed at helping artists and arts organisations to get back on track or to take a small…
Performing Artists of Dungog present musical entertainment every Friday night at the Royal Hotel, Dungog. 4th August: The De Factos 11th August: Song Club 18th August: TBA 26th August: FREE WORKSHOP Songwriting It’s free but there might be a hat. Time: 5.30pm to 6.30pm ish Venue: Royal Hotel, Dowling St, Dungog. Details: Visit Facebook Image…
Relax in the loungy library at the Royal with Arlene Stapleton: singer, songwriter, and harpist, with her original songs and old-time favourites. Accompanied by Stix on percussion and harmonica It’s free but there might be a hat. Date: Friday 21 July, 2023 Time: 5.30pm to 6.30pm ish Venue: Royal Hotel, Dowling St, Dungog. Details: Visit…
Create NSW is calling artists and cultural organisations, representing all artforms, backgrounds and regions across the state, to apply for the first round of 2023/24 Arts and Cultural Funding Program (ACFP). Create NSW Chief Executive Annette Pitman said while the sector continues to face enormous challenges, this funding will strengthen and support the state’s talented…
The town of Dungog will host the Dungog Tea Party, including a Tea Cosy Challenge, Trivet Competition and tea tastings. Tuesday 5 to Sunday 10 September 2023 Free entry. James Theatre, 6 Brown St, Dungog. Visit website
Applications are now open for Backroads, with up to $10,000 available to professional productions touring to one or more independent or community-run venues in regional NSW. Backroads aims to support the reach of professional productions to regional towns that do not have professional performing arts infrastructure. The initiative is best suited to compact, adaptable, low…
One of the largest and most prestigious regional art prizes in NSW. Presented by Rotary Club of Singleton on Hunter. Official Opening: Friday 21 July 2023, open for viewing 6pm.Book tickets visit website Venue: Singleton Civic Centre, Queen Street. General Viewing: Open daily 10am to 6pm (entry $2) Saturday 22 to Tuesday 25 July. Details: Visit Website…
The Dungog Arts Society is conducting another of its VERY popular Creative Days Out. Hosted by their talented and versatile member Cynthia Denning, she will guide and assist you with your artistic endeavours. Date: Saturday 26th August, 10am til 3pm Venue: Dungog Arts Society Gallery, 266 Dowling St, Dungog Cost: $50, includes lunch Bring your…