Performances
Stay tuned for an exciting range of events including circus, contemporary theatre, live music, school shows and family-friendly performances.
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Best of British
Wednesday 16th July 2025, 11.00am - 12.15pm
You have to give it to the English – when it comes to music, they have certainly blessed us with some of the best artists and music than almost any other country. Join us for …
Dave Graney & Clare Moore
Wednesday 6th August 2025, 8.00pm - 10.00pm
Dave Graney and Clare Moore released two albums in 2024. The first was (strangely)(emotional), an exotic, lyrical album that involved interior journeys of memory of family and time and place . Journeying through inner and outer …
The Runaway Strings
Thursday 7th August 2025, 5.00pm - 8.00pm
The Runaway Strings are a husband and wife duo, with occasional special guests, from Ararat. Taking inspiration from a range of genres, they play an original blend of blues, folk, ragtime and country inspired tunes. Sounding …
Gold Chisel vs The Power & The Passion Oils Tribute
Saturday 6th September 2025, 8.00pm - 10.15pm
Cold Chisel & Midnight Oil were the kings of sweaty, hard rocking Oz pub bands in the 70’s and 80’s and now, Melbourne’s premier tribute shows are performing together to bring back the excitement and energy …
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Neil Murray
Wednesday 17th September 2025, 8.00pm - 10.00pm
Maverick songman Neil Murray originally sprang from Victoria’s western district, but in the late 1970’s with guitar in hand he set course for the Northern Territory. He emerged at Papunya in 1980 as a founding member of the …
The Librarian
Tuesday 30th September 2025, 11.00am - 12.00pm
At first glance, Paul-Émile Dumoulin seems like just a regular librarian. He is serious, proud and very orderly. Every book is in its place on his impeccable shelves. The only problem? As soon as Paul-Émile gets …
Cinderella
Wednesday 1st October 2025, 11.00am - 12.00pm
Inventi’s Cinderella Music By Prokofiev (arr. Glynn Davies) & Sally Whitwell Step into a magical realm where Prokofiev’s “Cinderella” dances with new life. Let Inventi Ensemble sweep you off your feet with their enchanting …
Small Town Romance
Wednesday 15th October 2025, 8.00pm - 10.00pm
Partners in music and life, Flora Smith and Jim Arneman are Small Town Romance. With watertight harmonies, an ear for a hook and a knack for a story, Small Town Romance blend country, folk, honky tonk …
Geoff Achison & The Souldiggers + Motor City Sounds
Saturday 18th October 2025, 7.30pm - 10.30pm
Motor City Sounds Kicking off the night with style, Motor City Sounds brings the soul of Detroit to life. This 10-piece powerhouse delivers energetic, floor-filling renditions of Motown classics from Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Aretha Franklin, …
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The Alice Bisschops Jazz Duo
Thursday 10th July 2025
Join Naarm (Melbourne) based career Jazz musicians; Alice Bisschops (alto saxophone) and James Lockwood (Double Bass) for an evening of elegant jazz classics from the Great American Songbook. With effortless, nimble saxophone melodies alongside rich, …
Phil and Trudy Edgeley
Wednesday 9th July 2025
Phil & Trudy Edgeley are a much-travelled duo, both here and overseas, who present folk, roots and a little traditional blues, in a very unique and dynamic style. Throw in a little humour and audience interaction …
Jon and Jero
Tuesday 8th July 2025
Jon & Jero are embarking on an epic journey to find their missing STUFF – but they can’t do it alone! With your help, these bumbling brothers will travel far and wide to get their STUFF …
Francesca Li Donni
Wednesday 25th June 2025
Francesca’s career as a singer and piano bar entertainer has been rich and varied, encompassing a wide range of events, including public bars, weddings, private and corporate functions, theatre and cruise entertainment. Her musical style spans …
Bush Gothic & Mountains of Soul, Gariwerd Singers
Friday 13th June 2025
Immersed in high art and low culture Bush Gothic form one of Australia’s most commanding bands. Guest soloist with Melbourne Symphony Chamber, band leader and fiddle-singer Jenny M. Thomas is joined by double bassist Dan Witton and …
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Heart Songs Trio
Wednesday 11th June 2025
Sometimes there’s no need to ask questions, or figure out reasons why things work. They just….do! Rose Bygrave, Dave Steel and Wayne Jury share quite a few musical acquaintances, and ideals. They write and sing songs …
Australia’s Lloyd Spiegel and Canada’s Charlie A’Court
Friday 6th June 2025
Australia’s Lloyd Spiegel and Canada’s Charlie A’Court may come from opposite ends of the world, but their commanding performance styles, mutual passion for the Blues and death-defying touring schedules gives them a great deal in common. …
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Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow 2025
Tuesday 27th May 2025
Australia’s most iconic comedy tour is hitting the road for a huge 27th year! Bringing together the brightest stars from the 2025 Melbourne International Comedy Festival, we’re delivering top-tier humour straight to your town! Featuring a …
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Ararat Football Netball Club Red Carpet Ball
Saturday 17th - Sunday 18th May 2025
Ararat Football Netball Club invite you to come along to our annual Red Carpet Ball.