ACOUSTIC GUITAR NIGHT - TWO VIRTUOSO GUITAR PLAYERS
Saturday 10th May 8pm $30
A Night of Acoustic Guitar TWO AUSTRALIAN GUITAR VIRTUOSOS – ONE NIGHT ONLY This one-night-only collaboration brings together two young Australian guitar virtuosos, Jordan Brodie and Elias Bartholomeo, to showcase the boundless possibilities of one guitar and a vivid imagination. Featuring a captivating blend of blues, jazz, folk, country, and original compositions, the performance masterfully walks a tightrope of genres, highlighting both solo artistry and dynamic duets. Audiences worldwide are captivated by the creativity and endless energy these two artists bring, making this much more than just a night of acoustic guitar. Jordan Brodie Award-winning guitarist and composer Jordan Brodie is celebrated as one of Australia’s finest young guitarists. Known for his remarkable fingerstyle technique—playing the bass, rhythm, and melody simultaneously—along with exceptional songwriting and captivating storytelling, he has been hailed as “the future of acoustic guitar playing in Australia.” Audiences have consistently praised Jordan for the soulful depth, remarkable variety, and outstanding technical proficiency displayed throughout his music. Whether he's delivering soul-stirring ballads, sentimental interpretations of Disney classics, drawing inspiration from Australian landscapes, or infectious melodies of gypsy jazz, he consistently weaves compelling storytelling into his performances. Beyond being a performer, Jordan also embraces his role as a passionate educator, eagerly sharing valuable insights about the guitar with his audience. The result is a performance that ensures there's something to captivate every listener, from budding guitarists to music lovers. His latest album, Riff Raff, highlights his playful side, while his global tours—spanning Germany, Australia, New Zealand, and beyond—have cemented his reputation as an emerging master of the guitar. Performance highlights include the 2024 Germany Guitar Tour with Micha Kern and the 2022 Acoustic Guitar Spectacular Tour with virtuoso Michael Fix. Elias Bartholomeo Elias Bartholomeo is a solo fingerstyle guitarist from Sydney, Australia, who's playing has been described as "walking a tightrope between many genres all at once." On countless occasions, he has been described as a fearless and energetic guitar player that captures audiences, big or small with just a guitar. Starting his musical journey at just four years old under the guidance of his grandfather, Elias was immersed in the sounds of Jerry Reed, The Shadows, Chet Atkins, and Tommy Emmanuel. Despite being self-taught and unable to read music, he developed his craft through ear training and collaboration with other musicians. At 16, Elias realized a dream by performing alongside Tommy Emmanuel at the Maui Cultural Arts Centre in Hawaii, an experience that fueled his passion for music. Over the years, he has collaborated with musicians from around the world, continually expanding his musical repertoire. In recent years, Elias has toured extensively across Australia, building a strong reputation in the live music and guitar community. He has performed at festivals, theaters, and halls, both as a solo artist and in collaboration with other notable guitarists. This concert is a guaranteed source of awe and anticipation, promising an unforgettable musical experience. With captivating performances and a wide array of styles, this event ensures there's something for every listener. Don't miss this rare opportunity to witness two emerging masters of the guitar! Jordan Brodie - Press Material: Social Media Links: linktr.ee/jordanbrodie Press Kit: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1fW5RE9P0iJfKOjwozzB-wavLF9gTaC9U?usp=sharing Videos: https://jordanbrodie.com/videos Elias Bartholomeo - Press Material: Social Media Links: linktr.ee/eliasbartholomeo Press Kit: https://eliasbartholomeo.net Videos: https://eliasbartholomeo.net/music
STORYTELLING
Friday 16th May 7.30pm
FRIDAY 13TH CABARET
Fri 13th June 8pm $40
One night. One stage. Endless bad luck. Are you brave enough to join us?
PROMISE and PROMISCUITY
A New Musical by Jane Austen and Penny Ashton
(New Zealand)
Thurs 19th & Fri 20th June 7.30pm $36, $32 conc
Flushed by twelve years of sold out successes from Edinburgh to Adelaide to Toronto, comes Miss Ashton’s collaboration with Jane Austen (deceased). In 2025 Penny is celebrating the 250th anniversary of our lady Jane Austen’s birth by rattling her airborne carriage across the Tasman Sea to Australiashire. Join Elspeth as she battles literary snobbery, cousin Horatio’s digestions and her mother’s nerves, armed only with a blushing countenance, excellent ukulele skills and being quite bright, you know… for a girl.
In this hilarious, one-(freakishly talented)-woman show, Penny tackles all of Austen’s characters with song, dance and appalling cross-stitching.
Having been performed over 600 times, Promise and Promiscuity has sold out audiences in six countries and gathered a veritable slew of awards and glowing reviews in its musical bonnet.
Best Theatre, Week Three Adelaide Fringe
Best Overall Show Victoria Fringe, BC
“Catch Promise and Promiscuity... Lots of fun. Thank me later.” COLIN MOCHRIE
“Pride and Prejudice gone wild in the best way.” ★★★★★, Rip It Up, Adelaide
“a delight to behold” Canadian Broadcasting Corporation ★★★★★
“..sparkling” ★★★★ The Scotsman
MAYNARDARAMA
Sat 2nd August 7.30pm $10
Get your skates on, Maynard presents XANADU
Maynard presents the second greatest musical from 1980, Xanadu.
Pre screening from 7.30pm of my mini epic "Beyond Xanadu" from my ONJ tribute show. I will try to explain the film and I will undoubtably fail. Bit of a quiz, lo-fi but unique prizes a possibility. Scholars of Ancient Greek mythology will be bewildered and confused but potentially entertained. Completely legit legal disclaimer: The floor is concrete, but the carpet and stairs may discourage actual skates. $10 at the door.
JEAN PAUL BELL and SAM ANGELICO
Fri 15th & Sat 16th August
ILLUSIONAIRE
Comic Mime Jean-Paul Bell and Magician Sam Angelico have joined together to perform
a mime and magic comic cabaret called Illusionaire a fabulous combination of mime and magic
in a one hour production of European Style Cabaret. They represent the finest in illusionist arts where you can expect the unexpected. Sam and Jean-Paul first started performing together in the mid 70’s
in the Melbourne Theatre Restaurant circuit in fabulous venues like
The Flying Trapeze and The Last Laugh going on to perform in Europe in Amsterdam’s
Festival of Fools with both continuing to to tour their individual performances
and once again join together to perform at The Royal Exchange. We appeal to all Carbon Life Form so come one and all to a night of Magic and Laughter.
MAL WEBB and KYLIE MORRIGAN
Thurs 21st August 7pm $25
They are always entertaining and joyful, with songs that delve deeply into a broad range of subjects from science and sustainability to philosophy and beyond.
Their arrangements are intricate and playful. Imagine Einstein, Dr Seuss and Paganini making pancakes. Ebulliently eclectic. Nefariously varied. Family fun free from facile frippery. Their music stomps all over stylistic boundaries. It's as grittily human as it is other worldly, as clever as it is stupid, as playful as it is ponderous. Ballads, beatbox and beyond. Eclectic, ebullient and even educational.
NEWCASTLE INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM FESTIVAL
Fri 21st & Sat 22nd November