Off The Leash - July 2022

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That was the year that a fun and informative little arts mag first rolled off the press, its pages filled with the incredible bounty of creativity on offer in the Top End. 15 years later, we’ve taken this beloved gem Territorywide, giving creatives, community groups and more the chance to showcase their events and stories to a very supportive and engaged (and ridiculously good looking!) audience.

So, without any further ado, let’s get stuck into July...

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Shout out to Arts NT for their ongoing funding support over the years. I tip my hat to the OG team that got OTL off the ground – Janice McEwen, Amy Brand, Alison Copley and Skye Reabe – and to all that have served on the team and board since, investing their time and energy into keeping this little mag that could going, particularly in a time where print media has come under threat by a digital age.

But we’ve heard you loud and clear, dear readers. We know you love our printed, tangible format, the chance to flick through our pages each month, quenching your thirst for local arts and getting the inside juice on big names stopping by our neck of the woods.

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Darwin Fringe Festival emerges from a challenging couple of years, unloading a huge 10-day program chockers with theatre, art, comedy, music and more. Staying true to its ethos of supporting emerging artists, nothing is off limits, as art forms and ideas that have incubated in an experimental petri dish amalgamate in this unique feast for the senses. Mmm, delish.

We are beyond honoured to share a very special event to celebrate the life and contribution of the world’s Yolŋu movie star, David Dhalatnghu Gulpilil. “Five Star” was how he used to sign his name back in the day, Gulpilil adored for his cheeky ways as much as his acting abilities. A man with deep connection to culture, Five Star is part of his journey home to Gulpulul, his final resting place. This is going to be very, very special.

I caught up with the hilarious Ross Noble – if you thought being homeschooled by him during would have been a hoot, well, you'd be right. And Aussie rock legends Goanna hit stages in Darwin and Alice Springs to celebrate 40 years of their debut album, Spirit of Place.

FEATURE | 4 Around Town | 6 Books & Film | 8 Performing Arts | 10 FOOD & DRINK | 17 Visual Arts | 18 festivals | 22 Music | 24 calendaR | PULL-OUT

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As always, I’m running out of space to tell you about everything, so pop the kettle on or crack a cold one, and settle in to digest the goods on offer in the NT this month.

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By Kate Conway

Since the 80s, Darwin Fringe Festival has championed local and visiting artists across a wide range of genres, showcasing their talents to hungry arts lovers. In exciting news, after a couple of turbulent years, Darwin Fringe is back.

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ACROSS 10 ART-FILLED days this month, venues across Darwin come alive with Darwin Fringe’s wacky and wonderful flavour. Whet your appetite with everything from flamenco to comedy and magicians to mermaid trip-hop dub, this year’s smorgasbord the first full program since 2019.

Understandably, the impact of dismantling last year's Fringe at the eleventh hour has lingered in the back of the Fringe team minds.

But true to the ethos of Fringe, the focus is on supporting artists.

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WHEN FRI 8 - SUN 17 JUL INFO darwinfringe.org.au

“We are just really hopeful and excited we get the opportunity to even consider supporting artists at

the moment, and we are wanting to match their energy and trust in what they have been doing,” says Darwin Fringe Director Hannah Illingworth.

“Artists have been working really hard to build some really cool stuff, and we are hoping we can do that justice.”

Ongoing support from Brown's Mart allows Fringe to continue to be community open-access, giving everyone the opportunity to share their work. The wide ranging program is curated in a thoughtful and intentional manner, ensuring accessibility for artists that might not normally have the opportunity to share their creativity..

“We don’t have many venues in Darwin, so getting access to a theatre as an emerging artist is an extremely costly experience, but it is worth it.

For us, it’s about bridging that gap a little bit and helping them.

“When it comes to programming Fringe, we come in with a fresh slate, and we try to build Fringe to reflect what’s actually happening in the community. There are so many different voices and experiences that we want to share,” says Illingworth.

Taking inspiration from the artists and local creative community to inspire this year’s program, the Fringe also considers its audience, providing a choose-your-ownadventure style calendar to cater for all Fringe devotees.

“We don’t have just one person in mind when we program – we are trying to make something for everybody and, at the same time, reflect our audiences who we know are with Fringe already.

“We try to make it a really unique experience for people, not so much to shape their experience, but to allow people to create their own experience. There is no one right way to do things!”

Whether a raucous social party is your jam or an intimate outdoor workshop is more your style, Fringe is bursting at the seams with plenty of performances for audiences to pick and choose from. Some artists are in cahoots, combining their different art forms and mediums for a multi-layered creative experience.

See through the lens of local photographer Migoy backed by a custom made beat tape, spun live by Kuya James, in Pics and Beats from the Larrakia Streets, while a mix of different art forms combine in Clock On Clock Off to portray the struggles of ADHD. Always a hit, comedy gigs repeatedly draw a crowd at Fringe, and this year is no different. With over a third of the program in the comedy genre, the Haha Comedy Garden is a festival within the festival, dishing out nine nights of laughs for stand-up fans.

“I think comedy is one of the most accessible forms of storytelling.

It’s very supported here in Darwin, and that can be seen in the Fringe program because there are continuously new comedians.

It’s something people in Darwin love, they love listening to a story, hearing themselves in a story and having a laugh."

So take a bite out of Darwin’s super juicy arts scene, check out what has been incubating over the last two years, and do your bit to support emerging artists.

Tempting Fringe Tasters Pincushion An exploratory and boundary pushing performance through the dark corners of human pleasure and pain, pursuing the art of suffering and searching for the beauty that humans can create from the intimacy of power.

WHEN FRI 8, SAT 9, FRI 15 & SAT 16 JUL | 11.30PM-MIDNIGHT AT BROWN’S MART THEATRE COST $10-$25

The Local?

Does living in the NT for 20 years make you a local? Join local comedian Nathan Powell as he tries to navigate the rules to becoming a Territorian, when he can’t fish, hunt or eat a laksa for breakfast. In his self-deprecating style, Nathan is ready to dish the dirt on his struggles to become a coveted NT local, when even his own born and bred kids won’t respect him.

WHEN FRI 8 JUL | 7.10-8PM AT HAHA COMEDY GARDEN COST $20-$25

We can’t list every item on the 2022 Darwin Fringe menu, but we can give you a sneaky sample… These events and more to gobble up, with all of the juice available on the Darwin Fringe Festival website. Tuck in!

Prickly Pear Prickly Pear is a multidisciplinary live arts performance prioritising the creative practice of women and gender diverse people. Showcasing 14 performers, Prickly Pear blends the line between performers and audience, and builds relationships between artists that might not usually feature on the same line-up.

Mega Metal Yoga Mega Metal Yoga is an enlightening and exhilarating movement experience that combines the ebb and flow of a yoga class with the moody undertow of live metal music. Join experienced facilitators Jenelle Saunders and Kelly Beneforti for a transcendent yoga class featuring movements inspired by the guttural energy of mosh pits.

WHEN SAT 9 & SUN 10 JUL | 3-4PM AT BROWN’S MART THEATRE COST $17.50-$25

WHEN SAT 9 JUL | 8.30-9.30PM AT BROWN’S MART STUDIO COST $15-$40

Down the Rabbit Hole Follow your curiosity further Down the Rabbit Hole, led by Rix Kix Arts down a wacky road, overflowing with dance delights. Spiral into a dystopian world where each colour-coded faction must impress to survive using only their moves..

OOPS Di Barkas combines laugh out loud comedy with audience interaction and tales from a hopeful lady in the age of Viagra. There’s an attempt at pole dancing, successful and unsuccessful foreplay, and thwarted desire from maidenhood to a born again virgin.

WHEN SAT 9 JUL | 7-8PM AT DISCOVERY NIGHTCLUB COST $39-$69

WHEN SAT 9 JUL | 9-10PM AT DOM’S BAR & LOUNGE COST $10

While We Are Young Jam out to original pop rock tracks and punk classics performed by local Darwin bands. An emo dress up comp is on the cards, so don your blacks, smear on the eyeliner, slick that fringe over your face and get set for a night of fun.

Forbidden History Join an award-winning cast of burlesque artists for an indulgent night that explores society’s regulation of bodies and sexuality.

Forbidden History is an intimate, hour-long show, featuring the best of Darwin burlesque, on a journey through the history of the scandalous and titillating art form.

WHEN SAT 9 JUL | 7-10PM AT ONE MILE BREWERY COST $10-$15

WHEN SAT 9 & SUN 10 JUL | 9-10PM AT BROWN’S MART THEATRE COST $35

Pics and Beats from the Larrakia Streets e immersed in a slide show from Darwin street photographer Migoy’s unique and captivating perspective, backed by a custom made beat tape from Kuya James. Take home a booklet or limited prints of Migoy’s street photography – a link to download the beat tape is available for purchase.

emerging writers. Join the four Territory Mentees, mentored by Sarah Reuben, for performed readings of their 15-minute works.

WHEN SUN 10 JUL | 4.30-5.30PM AT BROWN’S MART STUDIO COST FREE

Bottom by Willy Hudson Bums, Beyoncé and burnt fish fingers. Join Willy for a queer coming-of-age remix, as he questions if bottom in the bedroom means bottom in life, and whether Beyoncé can help put his love on top.

Cuttings Exploring societal pressures placed on women, scenes from ordinary lives are stitched through narrative, song and choreography to create this challenging theatre work.

Cuttings takes a candle, a spotlight and a blowtorch to the dangers women face as they navigate the world and their relationships.

WHEN TUE 12 – THU 14 JUL 7.45-8.45PM AT BROWN’S MART THEATRE COST $30-$35

WHEN TUE 12 – THU 14 JUL | 6-7PM AT BROWN’S MART THEATRE COST $10-$20

Very Mature Exploring family, dating, travel and youth, Very Mature is a light-hearted split bill show from up-and-coming comedy duo Sweeney Preston and Ethan Cavanagh. Don’t miss this razor-sharp hour of relatable standup comedy out in the ‘burbs.

WHEN THU 14 – SAT 16 JUL 8-8.55PM AT DOM’S BAR & LOUNGE COST $15-$20

Taste Her - The Church of the Clitori An uplifting, song-filled comedy cabaret that celebrates the clitoris as the biological and symbolic power of the feminine. Expect laughter, direction, truth and guidance, as the high priestess delivers her sermon, and honours the highest of all worshiping acts, consistent, self-love.

Out on the Range Born in the post-intervention apocalypse of Mparntwe, Midnight Rangers bring together their shared experience in diverse fields of dairy farming, community living and dune riding, to present an hour of rollicking country and countryadjacent sonic warfare.

WHEN WED 13 – FRI 15 JUL 9.45-10.45PM AT BROWN'S MART THEATRE COST $15-$25

WHEN FRI 15 JUL | 7.30-10.30PM AT UNICORN SHED, COCONUT GROVE COST $8-$13

BasketballMan Can Fly For years, BasketballMan has been a world renowned Basketball Freestyler, but now he’s out to prove he’s a real superhero. Combining basketball tricks, comedy and physical theatre, BasketballMan spins, dribbles, juggles, and performs stunts in this crime fighting, family-friendly, basketball circus show.

What in the World Cabaret Hosted by pineapple sensation Tina Colada and featuring a star-studded ensemble of local performers, prepare to be amused, confused and aroused!

Alice Cotton and Bambadino This triple bill of live music, headlined by Alice Cotton with support from Mparntwe artist Bambadino, features a special performance from Darwin’s own LGBTQIA+ choir, the True Colours Chorus. Arrive early to watch Nightcliff’s spectacular sunset, and enjoy a picnic dinner on the venue’s grassy lawns. Bliss!

Ben Stevenson: Ratbag With a disarming likeable style, former Hot100 breakfast radio host Ben Stevenson has performed comedy all over the country and opened for some of Australia’s greats. Returning for two shows, join Ben as he shares tales of the times he should have been arrested, times he should have died and everything in between.

WHEN SAT 9 JUL | 5.30-8PM AT 194 CASUARINA DRIVE COST $15-$20

WHEN SAT 9 & SUN 10 JUL | 7.10-8PM AT HAHA COMEDY GARDEN COST $25

Fresh Ink The Australian Theatre for Young People's celebrated Fresh Ink National Mentoring Program for

WHEN WED 13 –SAT 16 JUL | 11AM-12PM AT BROWN’S MART THEATRE COST $30 | $25 CONC

Full program at darwinfringe.org.au

FRINGE OF GREATNESS

Fringe Opening Night Launch your Fringey good times with an evening full of art, party and community. Join MC Prawn Cracker Spice for pop-up performances from Soul Dog Dreaming, Point of Presence, Gurun, WCB and Demi Rep. Get your groove on and kick off the festivities in style.

Haha Comedy Garden Comedy returns to Hotel Darwin with a huge line-up of 35 shows across nine nights, featuring local comedians and interstate stand ups. Get the gang together and take your pick from performances of observational wit, high-energy oversharing, weird stories, sketch comedy and laughter.

Fringe Club Fringe Club brings the party with three nights of raging tunes and good times. Enjoy performances from Mparntwe-based cohort of post-punk eco queers Stellar Sea, mermaid trip hop dub duo Sky Eater, and a tasty line up of local DJs as you dance the night away.

Fringe Awards It’s the 2022 Darwin Fringe Festival's last hurrah! There’s 13 awards up for grabs at this year’s Fringe Awards across a range of categories.

Give praise to your festival faves and lay the beast to rest. Head in beforehand for Mixtures at the Mart, entry by donation.

WHEN FRI 8 JUL | 7PM-2AM AT BROWN’S MART COURTYARD COST $15 | $10 CONC

WHEN FRI 8 - SUN 17 JUL AT HOTEL DARWIN COST $5-$30

WHEN SAT 9 & 16, FRI 15 JUL | 10.30PM AT BROWN’S MART STUDIO COST $15 | $10 CONC

WHEN SUN 17 JUL | 8.30PM AT BROWN’S MART STUDIO COST FREE

Welcome to Country Kicking things off is a Welcome to Country, giving everyone the chance to come together before embarking on this journey.

WHEN FRI 8 JUL | 5.30-6PM AT BROWN’S MART COURTYARD

WHEN SUN 10 JUL | 12.30PM, 1.30PM & 2.30PM AT BROWN’S MART STUDIO COST $10

WHEN SAT 16 & SUN 17 JUL | 5-6PM AT BROWN’S MART THEATRE COST $20-$25

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AROUND TOWN Tactile Arts Dragonfly Craft Fair

Dragonfly in the Dry From the native dyes and natural fibres used, to the environment, landscape and weather, the Dry and everything that comes with it is a strong theme influencing artists, and permeating through the creations of Darwin’s crafty makers.

One of three flagship events for the organisation, this year’s Fair, in the words of Tactile Arts General Manager Tessa Duke, is a big one, featuring over 80 stallholders of new and returning artists.

“It’s something really special for us to do, not only represent very

well-known and long standing professional artists from across the Top End, but also really foster and encourage and support activity by our emerging artists,” she says.

One artist referencing the iconic characteristics of the NT is Tania Malkin. Well established as an aerial landscape photographer, Malkin presents prints and cards featuring her distinctive imagery, in addition to her newest venture, brightly glazed, ceramic ornaments of local birds, in particular, the Gouldian Finch.

Another vibrant, colourful offering is decoupage jewellery and homewares from Marie Kudo, created with wood block, hand-printed Japanese paper, in a way that maintains the vivid hues and patterns. For the little ones, Jessica Keogh brings her unique, needle felted and sewn accessories and toys – think princess wands,

By Tierney Seccull

IF YOU’RE WORKING in the social impact space and yearn to work in a friendly, supportive and collaborative environment, Impact North’s co-working space could be for you.

Alexie Seller is the founder and convener of Impact North – an initiative of Enterprise Learning Projects of which Alexie is also co-CEO – and says it was developed after identifying a lack of support during the early days of the pandemic.

“We launched Impact North as an online community for social entrepreneurs in March 2020, as we saw a devastating impact for remote entrepreneurs – while the world went online, we recognised that many people working across Northern Australia were lacking connections with their peers and access to meaningful professional development opportunities,” she says.

“We then set up the coworking space in 2021 in response to a strong need in our community for a place to come together in person, share ideas and collaborate.”

Let’s face it, working from home isn’t for everyone, and riding solo can be a lonely experience. But with flexible spaces and desk options ranging from one day to six months, and a hive of good energy and support, Impact North really could change your impact in the north.

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The friendly and professional space caters to a range of workers – from sole traders to non-profit and social enterprise organisations – who could benefit from

SUN 17 JUL | 9AM-3PM MAGNT LAWNS FREE tactilearts.org.au

By Kate Conway

Made by Mariye, Marie Kudo, Decoupaged Earrings

reversible crowns and crayon rolls for budding young artists.

As well as the Fair, Tactile Arts offers open studios and artist demonstrations on the day, allowing visitors to catch a glimpse behind the scenes and experience the environment where the magic happens.

“We encourage people to come through and have a deeper understanding of the process of making the arts and crafts, and hopefully spark that interest in themselves to come and participate in a workshop – start to delve into a little bit of their own creativity,” says Tessa.

With kids’ art activities, and coffee and treats provided by Saltwater Café, make a day of it with the whole family and indulge in the creative atmosphere at this exciting exposé of Territory talent.

Pinched Pottery & Art, Tania Malkin, Ceramic Finch Ornaments

Photo: TK Photography NT

A GLORIOUS CELEBRATION of the Dry Season, the Tactile Arts Dragonfly Craft Fair returns to the front lawns of the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory to showcase the wares of the creative, tactile arts scene in the Territory.

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Making History

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NORTH having a group of like-minded people to work alongside each day. Through the online community they hold regular events and connect people with opportunities.

Alexie says they’ve already seen great benefits.

“As one of our co-workers put it, ‘I've got friends at work!’

Most businesses in the NT have one to two employees, if that. It's a lonely journey and it's a lot of work for a small business to create a positive workplace environment. We create that landing space for you each day, allowing organisations and teams to get on with their important work.”

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IF YOU HAVE a gem from the Territory’s past you’d love to uncover, then you should throw your name in the hat for the next round of NT History Grants.

Established to honour the Territory’s attainment of self-governance in 1978, the program has seen a number of projects funded over the years, with the goal to encourage and support original research that broadens community understanding of, and engagement with, NT history.

Historical research that has been funded includes a range of areas, including radio programs, journal articles, published works, films and plays, all linking back to an historical event, story or topic.

Grants of up to $7,000 are available to residents of the NT, including individuals and members of a society or a community organisation. Preference is given to applications covering topics that haven’t been researched before – but hey, if someone’s already covered it, you’re still welcome to apply by putting your own spin on it!

There’s a lot of love for Territory stories and history, and a lot of you out there that know a thing or two about it. This is a chance to deep dive into the past, and reveal your historical gems.

NT History Grants INFO

lant.nt.gov.au

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Vikings unite! The highly anticipated Mega Annual Viking Funeral returns with the famous tribute Viking Vessel burning, performances by Celtic rock band The Bloody Marys, bars and food stalls, plus Most Likely Viking costume competitions for kids and adults.

There are also special shows by the Darwin Pipe Band and Top End Bow Hunters, not to mention loads of medieval merriment and atmosphere. For anyone that’s not been along before, trust us – this is Top End bucket list stuff!

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WHEN FRI 1 JUL INFO territoryday.nt.gov.au

NT Irish Association Dinah Beach Irish Trad Music Session Celebrate Irish culture through the Dinah Beach Irish Trad Music Session. There's an open mic Irish music session, Irish dancing from Tara Academy, and a special guest performance by Melbourne-based Tri Na Ceile and friends. Guaranteed to be a night of great craic, entry is free and there's the chance to score some raffle prizes!

WHEN SAT 2 JUL | 3-8PM AT DINAH BEACH CRUISING YACHT ASSOCIATION COST FREE INFO facebook.com/ ntirishassociation

Woven Creatures In this workshop, kids learn to create their own woven creatures using organic and recycled materials.

WHEN FRI 1 JUL | 10AM-12PM COST $30

SAT 16 JUL | 6PM-2AM DINAH BEACH CRUISING YACHT ASSOCIATION $30 | $5 CHILD | FREE MEMB dbcya.com.au

on hand to demonstrate painting techniques, and classes are limited to just four, so you'll get some great one-on-one assistance. All art supplies included, the workshops suitable for all skill levels.

Territory Day It’s the day thousands of Territorians look forward to. Yep, Territory Day... aka Cracker Day! Whether you’re planning to light up the sky with sparklers, heading to an official event in Alice Springs, Darwin, Tennant Creek or Nhulunbuy, or cuddling up on the couch with your family and furry friends, stay safe and have fun. There ain’t no place like the Territory!

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WHEN SAT 2, 9 & 16 JUL | HALF & FULL DAY OPTIONS AT MARGIE JOY’S ART STUDIO/ GALLERY COST $185-$325 INFO margiejoycreations@ gmail.com

Skate Nights Head to Jingili for free music and skating at the park. These fun skate nights, recommended for those aged 13 and over, include anything on wheels such as skateboarders, skaters, BMX bikes and scooters. Get rollin’.

Ukrainian born fashion designer, Olga Bryukhovets, founder of slow fashion brand OSSOM. WHEN SUN 31 JUL | 5.30-7.30PM AT DARWIN SURF LIFESAVING CLUB COST FREE INFO ossom.com.au

Too Much Stuff Recycling Upcycling Flea Market Head along to Alawa Hall to sell or pick up second-hand clothes, plants, kid’s toys and games, books, plants, household goods and more.

Sellers, buyers, recyclers, and up-cyclers are all welcome!

WHEN AT COST INFO

WHEN WED 6 & 20 JUL | 6-8PM AT JINGILI WATER GARDENS SKATE PARK COST FREE INFO launchdarwin.com.au

SUN 31 JUL | 9AM-12PM ALAWA HALL FREE facebook.com/ toomuchstuffdarwin

throughout the year – rain or shine!

Sample the tantalising tastes of local and exotic dishes, catch up with friends, and wander through the markets to discover a bounty of local goods, including clothing, jewellery, art, crafts, and much more.

WHEN EVERY SAT | 8AM-2PM AT PARAP VILLAGE MARKETS INFO parapvillage.com.au

Movement Medicine Darwin Ecstatic Dance Deep dive into the magnificence of presence every Sunday morning, and for the love of life, have a dance!

New dancers are welcome, no experience necessary.

WHEN EVERY SUN | 10-11.30AM AT NIGHTCLIFF COMMUNITY CENTRE COST $20 INFO movement.magic@yahoo.com

PALMERSTON LIBRARY palmerston.nt.gov.au/library

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Masterclass: Papermaking from Local Plants with Winsome Jobling This papermaking masterclass with Darwin-based artist Winsome Jobling walks students through the process of turning plant fibre into handmade paper and on to experimental ways of incorporating imagery into the wet sheet.

Drag Trivia at Mayberry Join hosts Donnie Piccolo, Natalie Pellegrino and special guests for a fabulous night of drag trivia. Brush up on your general knowledge for your chance to win a Mayberry voucher.

WHEN AT COST INFO

EVERY THU | 7-9PM MAYBERRY FREE mayberrydarwin.com

WHEN EVERY TUE & THU 10-10.45AM COST FREE

Nurserytime WHEN EVERY WED | 10-10.45AM COST FREE

Geek Squad WHEN EVERY THU | 3.30-4.30PM COST FREE

Veins Fashion Show Don't miss this stunning and immersive runway fashion show by the beach, showcasing an exciting collab between Sri Lankan-born Darwin-based artist, Ilma Ali, and

WHEN TUE 5 JUL | 1-3PM COST $30

Art and Science: Stories with Dry Season Leaves In this arts education workshop, kids aged 8-7 years are encouraged to draw and paint the dry leaves of native NT plants.

WHEN THU 7 JUL | 10AM-12PM COST $40

Cubism Artist Study Frances Ricketts teaches the kiddos how to create paintings inspired by the art movement of Cubism.

WHEN THU 7 JUL | 10-11.30AM COST $30

Cars, Trucks & People Learn ceramic hand building techniques to make clay cars, trucks and people out of clay with artist Janie Andrews.

WHEN FRI 8 JUL | 10AM-12PM COST $60

Jewellery Making Kids learn to create their own bright and bold jewellery designs.

WHEN TUE 12 JUL | 10-11.30AM COST $30

Wall Hanging In this workshop kids learn to create wall hangings using a variety of materials and techniques with Janie Andrews.

WHEN WED 13 JUL | 10AM-12PM COST $30

WHEN SAT 23 & SUN 24 JUL 9.30AM-3.30PM AT TACTILE ARTS STUDIOS COST $350 | $320 MEMB INFO tactilearts.org.au

Expressive Art Workshop with Margie Joy Join local Darwin visual artist Margie Joy in her studio/art gallery for this special art workshop. Margie’s

Art and Science: Listening to Darwin with Clay Combining art with science, this fun event allows participants to learn about and collect material from the gums that live on the grounds of Tactile Arts.

Parap Village Markets Soak up the warm Territory atmosphere and hospitality at the Parap Village Markets, on every Saturday

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Contemporary Papermaking Techniques Explore basic papermaking from processing fibres to sheet-forming with Darwin-based artist Winsome Jobling using local plants.

WHEN THU 14 JUL | 9.30AM-3.30PM COST $95

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By Tierney Seccull

Five STAR avid Dhalatnghu Gulpilil’s star shone brightly. For 50 years, he graced the silver screen in various films and roles, trailblazing the way for Aboriginal actors in Australia, creating a lasting legacy.

He rubbed shoulders with stars of film, music and sport, including John Lennon, Muhammad Ali and Marlon Brando, even the Queen. But despite his huge success and traveling the globe, his home, his Country, Marwuyu in Arnhem Land remained forever on his mind.

And now, you’re invited to be part of his final journey home.

Five Star is a very special event hosted by family and friends of the late Yolŋu actor, singer, dancer and painter, and an integral part of his journey from the red carpet to the red dust road of his homeland in Arnhem Land.

“In our culture, when someone passes, there is an order of things culturally. Like this message-stick, which is shared around. You are welcome to join in this stage of the process, to be part of this final chapter of his story,” says eldest son Jida Gulpilil.

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“This is part of the journey home for my father, who travelled the world, dined with the Queen, and lived in the long grass. His story continues as he travels home to Gulpulul, his final resting place.”

Head along to the home of Territory film, Deckchair Cinema, and remember the screen legend in an intimate presentation of never-before-seen footage, family photos, short films and stories told by those who knew him – not just, in his own words, as the “best dancer in the world” – but as loving father, brother, uncle, grandfather, mentor and friend.

This special event coincides with the Condolence Motion by the Northern Territory Government, which takes place in the morning to recognise, acknowledge and forever make a record of Gulpilil’s huge contribution to the world.

Five Star complements this honour with an utterly personal insight into the world’s Yolŋu movie star, and is also filmed for a documentary being made in collaboration with his family, titled Journey Home. Jida says everyone’s welcome to part of his father’s return home.

“We welcome, with an open heart, his fans, friends and admirers to hear stories shared by those who walked alongside him, as he changed the world forever by shining a spotlight on Yolŋu Culture and Australia.”

Five Star - David Dhalatnghu Gulpilil WHEN AT COST INFO

THU 28 JUL | GATES 5.45PM, PRESENTATION 7PM DECKCHAIR CINEMA $17 | $13 CONC deckchaircinema.com

ABOVE Shortly after his debut performance in Nicholas Roeg’s Walkabout, Gulpilil attended film school in Melbourne. In 1973, he made his directorial debut with Showing Melbourne to Maningrida, in which he depicts his life in Melbourne to show his family what he is doing when he is away from home.

BELOW Left to right: Jida, David and Jamie Gulpilil. "This photo was taken by John Cann of June Cann Management somewhere down the VIC/NSW track in front of John’s Rambler.

We all loved travelling in that car together." – Jida Gulpilil

LISTINGS

NT WRITERS PRESENTS

2022 CHIEF MINISTER’S

NT BOOK AWARDS

FlicNics Dust off your picnic blanket and bring the popcorn, City of Palmerston’s free outdoor movie program returns fortnightly on Saturdays during the Dry. COST FREE INFO palmerston.nt.gov.au

Scooby Doo: Straight Outta Nowhere

The Chief Minister’s NT Book Awards shine a light on the talent, originality, and flair of writers in the NT. Started by the NT Writers’ Centre in 2009, and originally called Territory Read, the Awards have celebrated excellence amongst published authors residing in the NT for over a decade.

Rachael McGuirk from NT Writers’ Centre reveals this year’s winners!

INFO

WHEN SAT 2 JUL | 7-9PM AT JOAN FEJO PARK, ROSEBERY

Darwin Geekfest Double Feature: Pokémon Detective Pikachu & Ghostbusters WHEN SAT 16 JUL, 6PM AT GOYDER SQUARE

ntwriters.com.au

Free Guy

This is the story of Tjanima, told PEACE CRIMES through the watchful eyes of his KIERAN FINNANE grandfather. It is a story of love and hope, of connection and second chances and ultimately, a story of healing.

PINE GAP, NATIONAL SECURITY AND DISSENT

Tjanimaku Tjurkurpa was written by the Uti Kulintjaku Watiku (men’s) group for young men, for their families and communities, as well as for anyone working with Anangu and Yarnangu, seeking to better understand mental health, trauma and healing.

Pitjantjatjara | English

From the beginning, his grandfather can see that Tjanima is heading for trouble.

As he becomes older, the boy’s hurt grows. Until one day his anger erupts.

Flickerfest Celebrating 31 years in 2022, Flickerfest – Australia’s largest Short Film Festival – returns to the Territory to showcase the Best of Australian Shorts, and Short Laughs Comedy programmes. Fun, inspiring and heartfelt highlights fresh from its Bondi festival competitions including shorts from the NT, Australia and the world, giving audiences an insight into the hottest contemporary shorts from home and beyond.

WHEN SAT 30 JUL | 7-9PM AT JOAN FEJO PARK, ROSEBERY

WHEN SAT 2 JUL | 7-11PM AT DECKCHAIR CINEMA COST $17 | $13 CONC

Katherine WHEN AT COST INFO

THU 14 JUL | 7-9PM KATHERINE CINEMA 3 $16 | $12 CONC flickerfest.com.au

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Best Fiction

Best NonFiction

Best Children's/Young Adult

Return to Dust

Peace Crimes: Pine Gap, National Security and Dissent

Tjanimaku Tjukurpa: How One Young Man Came Good

A philosophical tale about coming to terms with grief, Dani Powell’s debut novel Return to Dust has taken out the best fiction of the year with storytelling that judges have described as “gentle”, “respectful” and “evocative.” Through the central character of Amber, who returns home to the desert after the loss of her brother, Return to Dust takes the reader on a journey through the many layers and inseparable elements of life and death in remote Indigenous Australia.

In the centre of Australia lies a guarded and secretive military facility referred to as Pine Gap. Journalist Kieran Finnane explores what happens when six nonviolent activists, known as the Peace Pilgrims, are arrested for stepping through the fence that surrounds Pine Gap to pray for the dead of war.

We’re taken on a journey of local events and the legal aftermath as the Crown deems the Peace Pilgrims to be a threat to national security under harsh Cold War legislation.

Developed by the senior Anangu men of the NPY Women’s Council Uti Kulintaku Watiku (Men’s) Group, with beautiful illustrations by Jan Bauer, Tjanimaku Tjukurpa: How one young man came good is a book about mental health, hope and healing through connection to family and country. Told through the eyes of his grandfather, the book tells the story of a young man Tjanima who lost his way, but with love and care from his grandfather came back from the edge.

Powell’s prose draws on memory and metaphor, and brings to life the allure and vibrance of the Western Desert landscape, even in the contrast of passing. An honest, lyrical piece of storytelling from a writer who is connected to all that surrounds her, Return to Dust is a worthy winner and a must-read across the country.

Peace Crimes: Pine Gap, national security and dissent asks of all of us, what responsibilities do we have as Australians for the covert military operations of Pine Gap? Described this year’s judges as “quietly shocking … a must read for anyone who is concerned about foreign interests and governments with hidden agendas.”

The judges noted this work as one of “deep wisdom” by senior Anangu men who care deeply about young men growing up across the NPY lands without violence. The judges said the book is a “seamless combination of Indigenous knowledges and storytelling,” and a book that “not only explores Indigenous issues and solutions from an Indigenous perspective, it also inspires hope.”

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PERFORMING ARTS Ross Noble – On The Go WHEN AT COST INFO

FRI 15 JUL | 8PM DARWIN ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE $54.90 | $49.90 MEMB/GROUP yourcentre.com.au

WHEN AT COST INFO

SAT 16 JUL | 8PM ARALUEN ARTS CENTRE $54.90 | $49.90 MEMB/GROUP araluenartscentre.nt.gov.au

The way I look at it is that some people made bread. I looked at it and went, well, everybody’s making banana bread, and at the end of it you’ll be full for a bit, and you’ve eaten some bread. Whereas, if you write a film, you’ll either have a film or have killed a bit of time and disappeared into your own head for a bit.

Obviously not being able to do shows was an absolute nightmare, but from my point of view, it was a chance to see my family. When I’m on the road you’re away a lot, so it was a bit, “oh, look, my kids are here!”

The trouble is I spent every day in my office writing, so my poor wife was doing the home-schooling. She was in there with the child, and I’m in the other room talking to myself with all different characters and it’s like, is this really work? [laughs]

By Tierney Seccull

ROSS

Tell us about On The Go – what inspired it?

Well, I don’t really sit down to write a show, I just do it, you know?

It’s not really about anything, it’s changing all the time. I go out on stage and depending on the city that I’m in, the mood that I’m in, and the people that are in the audience, all of those things affect what happens on stage, you know?

It’s called On The Go because I was doing an interview with somebody and they said “you’re always on the go, you know,” and I went, “ooh, I am – yeah, brilliant name for a show!”

My shows are basically things that happen on the night, and it’s all about being in that room and a whole group of people coming together – it’s about being in the moment, so that’s kind of the ethos of what I go for.

Science has proven laughter can induce a zen-like state, like meditation. Can contemplation, reflection and self-discovery be achieved by thinking every and all the thoughts at once? Who knows and who cares!

Freewheeling award-winning stand-up comedian Ross Noble returns to the Territory with his new show, On The Go, hitting stages in Darwin and Alice Springs. Tierney Seccull caught up with him for a laugh. Er, chat.

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And especially now, because of the pandemic, people were very much isolated, so being able to get people together – in the same room – and sharing something with them rather than just passively watching something, we’re all just playing together. That’s the very la-di-da kind of version of it. The upshot is that it’s me just talking bollocks for a bit!

[Laughs] Well ,yes! And you’re an artist of improvisation – I don’t know what goes on in your mind, but that quick wit to be able to make a show up on the spot is pretty clever.

Again, you know, it’s one of those things where people try to define what I’m doing, and they do like to dwell on the improv stuff. You might say it’s clever and quick, but for me it’s just playing, you know? Playing around with ideas, playing around in the space, it’s just about play.

When you see a kid playing with five or six dolls and they’re all talking to each other, you’ve got unicorns flying around, that’s sort of improv but we never look at it and go, “god, look at that kid improvising with five different characters.” The only difference is that I do it on stage and there has to be a laugh every 15 seconds, but you know, I love it!

There’s never a part of me where I feel any pressure. People turn up because that’s what they want to see and what I want to do. Some would say it’s turning some sort of disability into a career, but you know, it works for me!

That it does. And obviously the past couple of years have been a bit weird, but people have picked up a few little habits or skills when at home. Have you dabbled in anything?

Well, weirdly, even though I couldn’t tour, I just spent a solid year writing … In the lockdown I was writing screenplays … I wrote a film, basically, and that’s now in development.

But I don’t want to jinx it – the whole thing could be cancelled, and you’ll never hear of it again! [laughs]

Gee, I reckon getting homeschooled by Ross Noble would be pretty bloody fun, though.

Well, there was one thing we did.

The thing was “how would you measure the height of a giraffe?”

And the idea of it was to get like a metre ruler and work out your height, and then estimate how high the giraffe would be.

But me and my youngest, who was seven, we got my Hilux ute and strapped ladders to the top of it. We latched all these ladders together to make this big pyramid, and then on top of the ladders, we put a massive drainpipe up in the air. So, we basically made a 20-metre high ruler that you could drive around, and we did that with a stop motion camera.

The teacher was like, “so, how would you do it?”, and she went, “me and my dad made a 20-metre ruler attached to the top of his car!”

Brilliant. I knew that would be a fun class. Anything planned while you’re in the Territory?

I always go and have a look at the crocodiles – I’m slightly obsessed with the crocodiles. In fact, I really love skeletons, I’ve started collecting them. Every time I go to Darwin, I nearly buy a crocodile skull, so this time I might finally get around to buying it … While I’m in Darwin, I might go skull shopping! [laughs] While I’m in Alice, I’d quite like to check out the Finke Desert Racetrack – I haven’t got a lot of time, so I might at least check out the start. You know what, I might get a helicopter, actually. I might go in a helicopter and get them to fly me to Finke and back!

By Tierney Seccull

Goodness

GREY-CIOUS MAKE TRACKS TO the sweet little tropical town of Batchelor, about an hour south of Darwin, for Coomalie Cabaret – an exciting showcase of talent from Tracks Dance Company’s much-loved senior dance group, the Grey Panthers.

Presented in the lush location of Litchfield Outback Resort, these delightful dancers perform across a range of different eras and dance styles, with everything from gentle, heartfelt numbers to bold glitter and sequins, sure to put a smile on your dial.

Australia's longest-running senior dance troupe first kicked up their

heels 35 years ago, and Tracks Dance Artistic Director David McMicken has done the math to come up with some pretty impressive stats.

“There’s been 35 years of classes and 178 Grey Panthers go through. The number of years – if they’ve been there for one year – collectively, is 955 years. That’s huge, isn’t it?” he says.

“By the end of this year, we’re hoping to crack a thousand years.

A millennium of Grey Panthers, collectively! That’s a huge amount

of wisdom, isn’t it? And the longest anyone has served is 22 years, which is amazing when you note 60 is the minimum starting age.”

There’s no denying the Grey Panthers are a much-loved stitch in the Territory’s creative fabric.

After recognising very early on their importance and value in the community, they’ve been an integral part of the Tracks Dance family.

“The fabulous Grey Panthers were formed for a community dance performance in 1988 called Dance on Darwin, and they were formed because that part of the community wasn’t being represented very much, our seniors. And so after that performance, they decided they wanted to keep going, so we started running a weekly class for them,” McMicken says.

“They perform everywhere – community events and charity events, senior events – and they’ve also been in many of our major shows along the years, making sure they represent that intergenerational component of our community.

“They are incredibly loved, and I have to say, when we post things on our socials, if it’s about a Grey Panther, the numbers spike!”

With a gamut of shows under their belts over the decades, the wonderful ensemble continues to thrive with weekly dance classes in Darwin.

About five years ago, they also started classes in Coomalie Creek led by long-serving member Darryl Butler, who resides in Batchelor.

Litchfield Outback Report has generously provided a free rehearsal space for 10-12 Grey Panthers each week, so it made sense for this to be the setting of their latest offering.

Also in this little mini program of events is an artist talk and digital exhibition, plus some workshops.

The main event is emceed by the hilarious Kyle Walmsley, and features routines from the [huge] back catalogue of Grey Panthers works with choreography from Sarah Calver – who was on deck in 1988 when it all started – and Joanna Noonan of SLIDE Youth Dance Company.

So make a weekend of it and book a stay at the resort, where you can bathe under the waterfalls of Litchfield by day and delight in the legacy that is the Grey Panthers by night. This is one beaut weekend in Batchelor you don’t want to miss!

Coomalie Cabaret WHEN AT COST INFO

SAT 30 JUL | 7PM LITCHFIELD OUTBACK RESORT $15 | $10 CONC tracksdance.com.au

Photo: Duane Preston

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LISTINGS Trash Magic This is a show for all ages about family, nature and mess! Enter the magical world of floating puppets, where everyday trash turns into creatures, like the praying mantis and the butterfly, to teach the importance of caring for the environment. Trash Magic delivers an important message through a story filled with wonder and delight.

Darwin WHEN FRI 1 JUL | 10AM & 7PM AT BROWN’S MART THEATRE COST $35 | $10 CHILD

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Alice Springs WHEN TUE 26 JUL, 6PM WED 27 JUL, 10AM & 1PM AT ARALUEN ARTS CENTRE COST $30 | $10 CHILD INFO artback.com.au Top End Comedy’s First Thursday Showcase Enjoy some of Darwin's finest comedians as they present five-minute routines on a nominated topic.

Held at a favourite Darwin comedy haunt, Happy Yess, the scene is wonderfully intimate presenting the perfect acoustics for stand-up. It's like being in the comedian's lounge room... Only cleaner!

WHEN AT COST INFO

THU 7 JUL | 7.30-9.30PM HAPPY YESS $10 facebook.com/topendcomedy

Katherine WHEN WED 6 & THU 7 JUL | 10AM AT GYRACC COST $20 | $10 CHILD

Kel Balnaves Stand-Up Comedy Tour Award-winning South Aussie comedian Kel Balnaves returns to the Godinymayin stage, with some special guests in tow, for a jampacked show full of side-splitting stand-up, relatable stories and funny jokes. Solid, reliable and punchy!

Gove WHEN WED 20 & THU 21 JUL | 6.30PM AT GOVE ARTS THEATRE COST $25 | $13 CHILD

WHEN AT COST INFO

FRI 8 JUL | 7.30-9PM GYRACC $25 | $18 CONC gyracc.org.au

Shreklesque Adapted from the hit 2001 movie Shrek, Shreklesque is the ultimate night out, wowing audiences with a smorgasbord of performance styles including burlesque, drag and musical theatre. Don't be green with envy and miss out on this hilarious, raunchy and downright naughty show.

WHEN SAT 16 JUL | 8-10PM AT DARWIN ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE COST $47.50-$97.50 INFO yourcentre.com.au

Sydney Dance Company Impermanence Experience the power of dance and music performed live together when Sydney Dance Company returns to Darwin. A visceral and thrilling exploration of the juxtaposition of beauty and devastation, Sydney Dance Company’s full-length work, Impermanence is Rafael Bonachela’s newest creation.

WHEN SAT 23 JUL | 7.30PM AT DARWIN ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE COST $59 | $54 CONC | $20 U18 INFO yourcentre.com.au

Daniel Connell - Gutless Wonder Award nominated stand-up

comedian Daniel Connell hits Darwin for one night only. It's been a huge couple of years for Daniel. He made his third appearance on the Melbourne International Comedy Festival Gala, featured in the hit sketch series Kinne Tonight, and toured his stand-up hour Piece of Piss all over Australia and to Edinburgh Fringe. Don't miss your chance to see this fresh comedic talent live!

WHEN SAT 23 JUL | 8PM AT DARWIN ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE COST $31 | $28 CONC INFO yourcentre.com.au

Lucky Bat Laughs WHEN AT COST INFO

WED 27 JUL | 8.30-10PM LUCKY BAT CAFÉ & PIZZERIA $10 facebook.com/luckybatcafe

Graeme Lewis’ G-Spot Comedy WHEN AT COST INFO

THU 28 JUL | 7.30-9.30PM THE LANDMARK $10 facebook.com/gspotcomedy11

Dolly’s Late Night Comedy WHEN SAT 30 JUL | 9-11PM AT DOLLY’S BAR COST FREE INFO dollysbar.com.au

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18 Australian Ceramics Triennale 23 Daminmin Festival 26 Friday Knock Offs at Dom’s 26 Acoustic Friday

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7 Drag Trivia at Mayberry 7 Storytime 7 Geek Squad 12 G-Spot Comedy 17 Petaluma Wine & Dine 23 Desert Harmony Festival

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10 Ross Noble – On The Go

4 Darwin Fringe Festival 7 Mega Annual Viking Funeral 7 Expressive Art Workshop 7 Parap Village Markets 9 FlicNics 12 Shreklesque 20 3 Young Fellas (last chance)

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6 Tactile Arts Dragonfly Craft Fair

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4 Darwin Fringe Festival 7 Movement Medicine 17 Petaluma Wine & Dine 25 Creative Spark – Music Inspired by the Divine 26 Seaside Sessions

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7 Masterclass: Papermaking from Local Plants 12 Sydney Dance Company – Impermanence 12 Daniel Connell - Gutless Wonder 18 Australian Ceramics Triennale 20 Wild North Comics (last chance) 20 Franca Barraclough – The Visitors (last chance)

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22 Garrmalang Festival 23 Desert Harmony Festival 23 Blacken Open Air Festival 26 Live on the Lawns: Xavia 26 Neil Murray at the Rails 26 Friday Knock Offs at Dom’s 26 Acoustic Friday

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23 Djarmalak; Concerts on Country

7 Masterclass: Papermaking from Local Plants 7 Movement Medicine 17 Petaluma Wine & Dine 23 Daminmin Festival 26 Sunday Sauce 26 Seaside Sessions

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7 Veins Fashion Show 7 Too Much Stuff 19 Nan’s Everlasting Memories (last chance) 19 Karrimarnbun Daluhdaluk (last chance) 20 Into the Gorge (last chance) 22 Garrmalang Festival 23 Desert Harmony Festival 23 Blacken Open Air Festival 26 Seaside Sessions

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7 Skate Nights 7 Nurserytime 12 Trash Magic 17 Petaluma Wine & Dine 18 Australian Ceramics Triennale 26 Lunch on the Lawn

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7 Storytime 12 Trash Magic 17 Petaluma Wine & Dine 26 Jam Night 26 Jump Inn Jams

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17 Darwin Cocktail Festival

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7 Nurserytime 12 Trash Magic 12 Lucky Bat Laughs 17 Petaluma Wine & Dine 26 Lunch on the Lawn

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8 4 Darwin Fringe Festival 7 Cars, Trucks & People 12 Kel Balnaves Stand-Up Comedy Tour 18 Wagait Arts Festival 20 Wild North Comics (opening) 26 Friday Knock Offs at Dom’s 26 Acoustic Friday

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7 Irish Trad Music Session 7 Expressive Art Workshop 7 Parap Village Markets 9 FlicNics 9 Flickerfest - Darwin 21 MEMENTO 22: A Journey (opening) 23 Pine Creek Gold Rush Festival 25 Teeny Tiny Stevies 26 Live at the Lake 26 First Folk’n Friday

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7 Woven Creatures 12 Trash Magic 23 Pine Creek Gold Rush Festival 26 Friday Knock Offs at Dom’s 26 Acoustic Friday

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7 Drag Trivia at Mayberry 7 Storytime 7 Geek Squad 7 Art and Science: Stories with Dry Season Leaves 7 Cubism Artist Study 12 Trash Magic 12 Top End Comedy’s First Thursday Showcase 24 Goanna - Celebrating 40 Years of Spirit of Place 27 Loop the Loop

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7 Movement Medicine 17 Petaluma Wine & Dine 19 Rapid Creek Open Studios Art Trail 26 Seaside Sessions 27 Prickly Pear

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25 Teenie Tiny Stevies

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4 Darwin Fringe Festival 7 Nurserytime 7 Wall Hanging 17 Petaluma Wine & Dine

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7 Movement Medicine 17 Petaluma Wine & Dine 19 Nan’s Everlasting Memories (opens) 26 Seaside Sessions 26 First Sunday Blues

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4 Darwin Fringe Festival 7 Storytime 7 Jewellery Making 17 Petaluma Wine & Dine 26 Jam Night 26 Jump Inn Jams

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7 Storytime 7 Art and Science: Listening to Darwin with Clay 17 Petaluma Wine & Dine 25 Teeny Tiny Stevies 26 Jam Night 26 Jump Inn Jams

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4 Darwin Fringe Festival 7 Drag Trivia at Mayberry 7 Storytime 7 Geek Squad 7 Contemporary Papermaking Techniques 9 Flickerfest - Katherine 27 Kodivine x Vella

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7 Skate Nights 7 Nurserytime 12 Trash Magic 17 Petaluma Wine & Dine 26 Lunch on the Lawn 27 Loop the Loop

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18 Wagait Arts Festival

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4 Darwin Fringe Festival 7 Expressive Art Workshop 7 Parap Village Markets 21 long water: fibre stories (last chance) 24 Goanna - Celebrating 40 Years of Spirit of Place 27 Loop the Loop 27 Prickly Pear

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4 Darwin Fringe Festival 10 Ross Noble – On The Go 20 Into the Gorge (opening) 26 Friday Knock Offs at Dom’s 26 Acoustic Friday

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By Kate Conway

Petaluma x PepperBerry TREAT YOURSELF WITH this elegant wine and dine experience featuring Petaluma Wines from South Australia. With an ethos of planting selected grape varieties in optimum regions, Petaluma has vineyards in Coonawarra, Adelaide Hills and the Clare Valley, carefully chosen to result in delightful drops from crisp, fruity and floral whites, to rich, structured and smooth reds.

Begin with fresh, warm signature PepperBerry loaf and toast the evening with chilled bubbly before feasting on thoughtfully curated dishes from PepperBerry’s award-winning chefs. On the menu is miso tempura crocodile, blue swimmer crab, local prawns and seared duck breast, each course matched with a Petaluma drop designed to satisfy foodies and wine enthusiasts alike.

By Kate Conway

Sweet tooths are catered for with a decadent dessert course featuring citrus poached pear, boasting flavours of honey, pistachio, fresh berries and Davidson plum, all washed down with a glass of Riesling, a refreshing number displaying notes of luscious lemon-lime and hints of sherbet.

Don’t miss this exquisite fine dining experience and match made in culinary heaven.

Petaluma Wine & Dine WHEN EVERY SUN-THU | 6.30PM AT PEPPERBERRY RESTAURANT COST $158 FOOD & WINE $99 FOOD ONLY INFO facebook.com/ pepperberryrestaurant

CABANAS PICTURE THIS. YOU’RE RELAXING on a daybed, the sun is shining and vibrant, percussive reggae beats float on the breeze. Flavours of sweet, tart pineapple and creamy coconut delicately laced with spiced rum dance on your tastebuds. In the distance, palm trees sway and waves gently lap at the shore.

This month, that fantasy can become reality as the Darwin Cocktail Festival returns, following a successful inaugural year to bring thirsty punters all the classics like daiquiris, mojitos and martinis, oh my! Not to mention, mocktails for Sober Bobs, and basic spirits for those who prefer their beverage without an umbrella.

Less of a boozy pub crawl and more like a grazing, gastronomical journey around the world, the festival presents themed areas of entertainment and food, thoughtfully matched to flowing refreshments to enhance the tasty experience.

Let the good times Aperol at Little Italy by Bella, with spritzes and delicious Italian morsels like crumbed olives, arancini and pasta. Or round up your amigos for nachos, corn on the cob and margies at Mambo Eats.

Splash of Disco Beach Club is like a direct ticket to Bali, with disco beats spinning on the decks, cabanas and Asian cuisine to refuel after a dip in the lagoon.

As the sun goes down, DJ’s, live music and a roaming saxophonist make way for a fire twirling demonstration

and dancing under the stars, all set against the backdrop of Darwin Waterfront Lagoon and Skyline Ferris Wheel – what a way to see out a quintessential Dry Season long weekend!

The festival also boasts a distinctly local flavour with Dom’s Bar and Lounge providing their signature Territori-Tini, and Darwin’s own Willing Distillery and One Mile Brewery delivering craft spirits and homemade lemonade, the opportunity to showcase Territory talent a driving force behind the event.

“It’s not an average festival – it’s not about big headline acts, people really get to see the products and that’s what it’s all about. Showcasing the best that Territory bars and restaurants have to offer,” says festival organiser Lori Gardener.

If you like piña coladas and not getting caught in the rain, head down to Darwin Waterfront to fill your cup with Dry Season goodness and take your tastebuds on a whirlwind, global journey.

Darwin Cocktail Festival WHEN AT COST INFO

SUN 31 JUL | 12-10PM DARWIN WATERFRONT $60 darwincocktailfestival.com

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VISUAL ARTS WHEN AT COST INFO

TUE 19 – SAT 23 JUL ALICE SPRINGS | ARALUEN ARTS CENTRE FREE-$500 australianceramicstriennale.com.au

Photo: Bec Capp

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CERAMICS TRIENNALE

Photo: Suzi Lyon

Group of Hermannsburg Pots Ntaria 2020

Touch by Suzi Lyon and Mel Robson

THERE'S SOMETHING FISHY ABOUT WAGAIT BEACH

By Tierney Seccull

JOURNEY ACROSS THE DARWIN HARBOUR – by ferry or car – to beautiful Wagait Beach, and celebrate the art and culture of the Cox Peninsula at the Wagait Arts Festival. Beginning out the back of Wagait Beach Supermarket in 2014, the beloved local festival has blossomed over the years into the multi-arts event it is today.

Set to reignite your love of local art, there’s a full program of events on offer across two fun-filled days in response to this year's theme Something Fishy – a pretty relatable theme given the community is perched on the edge of the ocean!

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Festivities kick off on Friday evening with the official Opening Night event,

By Zoya Godoroja-Prieckaerts

ONCE EVERY THREE years there is a huge national celebration of contemporary ceramics. It’s massive, it’s exciting and never-before has it been hosted in the NT. For its 16th edition, the Australian Ceramics Triennale is presented on Arrernte Country, where the earth and its clay are red hot and ancient, Mparntwe/ Alice Springs the place to be.

inherent to the ceramics process – the triennial brings into focus protocols of permission, consent and best practice when it comes to working On Country and extracting from Country. This priority has been driven by the local programming committee, keen to bring these conversations closer to the surface and into mainstream dialogue.

20 William Ricketts sculptures.

On top of that, there’s an array of events happening either side of the Triennale, taking advantage of the bursting creative energy in town to showcase local music, performance, and art. With an event on every night and dotted all over, Central Craft laughed they were “trying to take over the whole town, really!”.

After three busy years of preparation, Central Craft is thrilled to be producing the Triennale, highly aware of the incredible opportunity it offers local artists from the region to showcase their work on a national scale. What’s more, is the opportunity to emphasise First Nations people, culture and land – a change from previous years, and warmly welcomed.

This Triennale, we finally see this conversation brought to the fore, and not as mere tokenism, but embedded deeply as part of every single event in its extensive program.

The small team should be proud of the program they’ve created, and us folks in the Centre should be seriously excited for what’s about to come our way. With stellar artists coming from all over the country and venues around town gearing up for their unique shows, we are so lucky to get to soak up all the knowledge, sharing and beauty that will no doubt permeate through this significant event. Make sure you check out the program – with paid and free events, there’s something for all of us.

As a medium that requires the earth’s precious matter – not only clay, but glazes and other materials

Running over five days, the program is indeed extensive. While the “main event” is the three-day conference, there are also 12 exhibitions showing around town, nine masterclasses, a Makers Film Festival, a bustling Marketplace, and a rare opportunity to peek at the Pitchi Richi Sanctuary with its

Chay Keating, 'Creature', 2021 Wagait Youth Prize

featuring a special Welcome to Country with Tibby Quall and live music under the stars from Wild Water. The winners of the 2022 Wagait Art Prize are also revealed, and you can make a night of it with a licensed bar at hand to wet your whistle and BBQ grub to fill those bellies.

On Saturday, works submitted to the Art Prize are on display for your perusal. There’s also an arts and craft market – brimming with locally made treats like homemade jams and chutneys – a spoken word event, and more.

Hitch a ride on the ferry, or load up the car for a nice, short road trip, and get hooked on the arts and culture of the Cox Peninsula.

Wagait Arts Festival WHEN FRI 8 & SAT 9 JUL AT WAGAIT BEACH COMMUNITY CENTRE COST FREE INFO wagaitartsgroup.com.au

MAGNT Museum and Gallery of the Northern Territory

ABORIGINAL BUSH TRADERS

19 Conacher Street, The Gardens, Darwin NT | magnt.net.au

Shop 4, 19 The Mall, Charles Darwin Centre aboriginalbushtraders.com

DAILY, 10AM-4PM

MON-FRI, 9AM-3PM

Nan's Everlasting Memories "My nan is a Yamatji and Noongar Woman from wildflower and desert country in WA. Growing up, Nan shared stories of her childhood as a member of the stolen generation.

At age six, she was stolen from her family and taken to Tardun Mission.

She tells stories of trying to escape

and challenges she had growing up. At 16, she was able to leave and learnt to read and write, dedicating her life to helping children and families. This show visually explores her memories." - Celina Lloyd when SUN 3 – SUN 31 JUL

GUMURR’MANYDJI MANAPANMIRR DJÄMA A photographic exhibition from the Arnhem Land Progress Aboriginal Corporation (ALPA) celebrating 50 years of Yolngu economic independence, enterprise, self-determination, culture and ingenuity.

Celina Lloyd, 'Nan's Everlasting Memories' (detail), handmade paper on board

Yolŋu wäŋa roŋiyirra marrtji guyaŋura bunhaŋur (Returning home from hunting).

People featured: Muwarra Ganambarr 1

WHEN DAILY, 10AM-4PM

COCONUT STUDIOS

ART TRAIL

8/18 Caryota Court, Coconut Grove

Rapid Creek | 0477 168 216

THU-SUN, 10AM-5PM

Karrimarnbun Daluhdaluk (Women Creating Together) Coconut Studios and Marrawuddi Arts & Culture present a group exhibition by female artists from Kakadu and West Arnhem Land, featuring intricate rarrk (cross-hatching) and bold designs on bark, paper and fabric,

alongside handwoven pandanus sculptures depicting creation stories, sacred sites and bush-foods.

come and see the various things we're making)

Ngurrimray ngurrinan njalehnjale nawu ngarrimarnbom. (You mob

WHEN SAT 2 – SUN 31 JUL OPENING SAT 2 JUL, 1PM

Fernanda Dupal, 'The Time Before the Here and Now Series' (detail), 2021, monoprint, 55x38cm

Rapid Creek Open Studios Art Trail Following on from the success of last year’s open studios, the Rapid Creek Artist Collective has been working hard to present new and affordable artwork and craft, based on local themes. Walk, cycle or drive around Oliver and Ryland roads, and get to know some of the award-winning creatives living, learning and loving on Larrakia land. Creatives include Aly de Groot, Henry and Fernanda Dupal, Allison Dowell, Catherine Miles, Russell Mead and Katie Bradley.

WHEN Johanna Morris, 'Waterhole at Yikarrakkal' (detail), acrylic on bark, 71x23cm

SUN 10 JUL | 10AM-2PM

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DARWIN VISUAL ARTS

TACTILE ARTS

WED, 12–5PM | THU-FRI, 10AM-5PM | SAT, 10AM-2PM

TUE-SUN, 10AM-4PM

8 McMinn St, Darwin | dvaa.net.au

19 Conacher St, The Gardens | tactilearts.org.au

WILD NORTH COMICS Exhibition & Book Launch Mat Selwyn, 'Chimera', 2022, Digital art, 3969 x 6073pixels

THE WILD NORTH COMICS exhibition celebrates Darwin’s own comic book anthology, featuring some of the best NT and Australian artists and writers working in the comic book medium.

This special event features the launch of two stand alone comics – ZERO POINT: ORIGINS #1

by Jonathon Saunders and the AUSTRALI collected edition – as well as original works by various artists, and a video including animations, behind the scenes, and interviews with the artists.

WHEN FRI 8 – SAT 23 JUL OPENING FRI 8 JUL, 6-8PM

Aaron Moore, 'Bardedjilidji 1, 2 & 3', 2022, stoneware clay, approx. 20x12x10cm each

Into the Gorge This series of ceramic works by Aaron Moore is inspired by the gorges and rock formations the Northern Territory is renowned for. Reflecting on his experiences, hiking trails and swimming in water holes around these locations with his young family, Moore's work takes the majestic shapes of the rugged landscape and transforms them into pieces of unique and natural beauty for the home.

WHEN FRI 15 – SUN 31 JUL | OPENING FRI 15 JUL, 5.30PM

NCCA Northern Centre for Contemporary Art

PAUL JOHNSTONE GALLERY

WED-FRI, 10AM-4PM | SAT, 9AM-2PM

WED–FRI, 10AM-5PM | TUE & SAT, 10AM–2PM

Vimy Lane, Parap | nccart.com.au

Harriet Place, Darwin | pauljohnstonegallery.com.au

Derrick Butt, Corban Clause Williams & Cyril Whyoulter.

Photo courtesy Yvonne Mandijalu & Martumili Artists.

Franca Barraclough, 'Go Feral', 2019, audio visual, dimensions variable

FRANCA BARRACLOUGH – THE VISITORS The Visitors is an exhibition of large-scale photographs, videos and installations by artist, Franca Barraclough, that depict the people, paths and stories woven through the sociological landscape of contemporary Central Australian culture.

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This powerfully evocative exhibition grapples with the conundrum that living in the desert throws into high relief, but that is also in play across the nation, referred to by Barraclough as the "dancing duality" of living on Country.

UNTIL SAT 23 JUL

Corban Clause Williams, Cyril Whyoulter and Derrick Butt. Three young artists, three proud Martu men.

They are teachers of their culture and painters of their country. Together, they symbolise a proud new generation of Martumili Artists celebrating cultural knowledge and cultural identity. This exhibition showcases the works of the 3 Young Fellas together for the first time.

UNTIL SAT 16 JUL

3 Young Fellas

CDU ART GALLERY

UNTITLED GALLERY+STUDIO

Orange 12, CDU Casuarina Campus | cdu.edu.au/gallery

Unit 3/1 Clocktower Caryota Crt, Coconut Grove darwincommunityarts.org

WED-FRI, 10AM-4PM | SAT, 10AM-2PM

WED-FRI, 11AM–4PM | SAT, 10AM-12PM

long water: fibre stories LONG WATER: FIBRE STORIES illuminates spiritual, ancestral, and physical connections to water through fibre practices of artists from Yuwaalaraay (North West NSW), Quandamooka (Moreton Bay

QLD), Kuku Yalanji (Far North QLD), Zenadh Kes (Torres Strait Islands QLD), Yurruwi (Milingimbi Island NT), and surrounding homelands.

This group of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women share an

inseparable relationship to water, be it the vast sea, inland waterways, or expansive river systems.

UNTIL SAT 9 JUL

'MEMENTO 22: A JOURNEY' by a collective of seven NT artists.

MEMENTO 22: A JOURNEY Following the inaugural Memento exhibition in 2021, these seven NT artists are teaming up again for Memento 22: A Journey. They use small-scale work to address the human obsession of acquiring and creating precious keepsakes. Examining the notion of a journey. Reflecting on what a journey means to them, connecting their individual memories and moments, establishing our desire to seek new experiences, whether they be physical, emotional, or vicariously through the observations of others.

Sonja Carmichael with ungaire, Minjerribah (detail), February 2020. Photo: Rhett Hammerton

WHEN

SAT 2 – THU 21 JUL | OPENING SAT 2 JUL, 6-8PM

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FESTIVALS

Garrmalang Goods

2022 PROGRAM Events are free unless otherwise noted, and registration may be required.

DAILY

By Tierney Seccull

he rich fibres of Garrmalang Festival were first woven in 2014 to showcase, inspire and celebrate First Nations arts and culture, blossoming over the years into the exciting, culture-rich event it is today.

Traditionally held in May, kicking off festival season at the beginning of the Dry, this year’s big event takes place this month. Garrmalang’s 2022 Creative Director, Dr Wendy Ludwig, says it’s a festival for all.

“Garrmalang Festival and Darwin Entertainment Centre continue to honour and work with the Larrakia people … committed to presenting a diverse range of First Nations artists, performers, musicians and traders that will provide something for everyone to enjoy and celebrate,” she writes.

“I look forward to sharing this fantastic weekend with you.”

So clear any plans for the last weekend of July, and prepare for three huge days celebrating the artistic richness of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, right in the heart of Larrakia Country.

Garrmalang Festival

Patricia Marfurra, 'Lotus in Bloom' (detail), 1994. Image courtesy the artist. Batchelor Institute Art Collection

WHEN FRI 29 JUL – SUN 31 JUL AT DARWIN ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE INFO yourcentre.com.au

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Dalirra-G | In The Light In The Light exhibits selected works from the Batchelor Institute Art Collection, and celebrates the role that institution-based collections play in bringing to light works significant in their own right and within an institution’s foundational narratives. The exhibition features rarely seen works from the Collection vault and those that elaborate on themes of light, life cycles and the passage of time.

WHEN FRI 29 JUL – SUN 31 JUL OPENING FRI 29 JUL, 6PM

Mayima | Eat & Drink Indulge in tasty treats throughout the Festival, with a range of local stallholders and fare on offer.

WHEN FRI 29 JUL – SUN 31 JUL

FRI 29 JUL Luglug & Damara-Lidji | Official Gathering & Welcome Join local Larrakia community members, Gary Lang’s NT Dance Company and Festival Creative Director Dr Wendy Ludwig to officially open the 2022 Garrmalang Festival with a traditional smoking ceremony.

WHEN FRI 29 JUL | 6.30PM

Frank Yamma With David Spry & Lena Kellie Frank Yamma is one of Australia’s most significant Indigenous songwriters, with an ability to cross cultural and musical boundaries.

Frank’s mighty songs, magical guitar playing and deeply evocative voice tell stories of Country, protection, heartache, travel and love. Supported

by David Spry and Lena Kellie.

WHEN FRI 29 JUL | 8PM AT THE PLAYHOUSE COST $40 | $35 CONC

Rap City Party Nite Get set for a sure-fire dance floor riot, as hip hop vanguard Tasman Keith, local multi-award-winning rising star J-MILLA and brother Yung Milla bring their deadly skill of storytelling to Garrmalang Festival.

These three fullas are sure to amp the party and fill it with good times!

WHEN FRI 29 JUL | 8.30PM AT STUDIO THEATRE COST $25 | $20 CONC

SAT 30 JUL Darranigi Gulwa | Our Songs Kick back with a drink and something to eat, and enjoy a showcase some of Darwin’s finest First Nations musicians.

WHEN SAT 30 & SUN 31 JUL

Numanggwa Yili Rriyung | Blak Meeting Place (Marketplace) Browse the rich diversity of artworks and products on offer from First Nations artists and businesses, and support ethical purchasing. All proceeds go back to First Nations people and their communities.

the performance also featuring tracks from his latest album Solfish.

Pigram’s supported by the Stiff Gins, who bring their stunning harmonies and deadly humour to the stage.

WHEN SAT 30 JUL | 8PM AT THE PLAYHOUSE COST $40 | $35 CONC

WHEN SAT 30 JUL | 9AM-3.30PM

Garrmalang Gwarnda Damanggwa | Garrmalang Festival Club Put your hands up in the air, it’s time to party! Round up your favourite people and get set for non-stop night on the dance floor with some of the deadliest DJs, dancers and divas Darwin and the NT has to offer. Everyone welcome!

Darriba Narri Minanggurrgwa Yabarrag | Elders’ Morning Tea Come together to celebrate our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders at the Elders’ Morning Tea. This special event brings the community together to honour those who have passed on their knowledge, paved the way and who continue to inspire us all. Tea, coffee and delicious treats provided.

WHEN SAT 30 JUL | 9PM AT STUDIO THEATRE COST $15 | $10 CONC

SUN 31 JUL

WHEN SAT 30 JUL | 9.30AM AT BALCONY BAR

Numanggwa-Gum | Blak Talk – Law Trouble & Young People It’s been five years since the White/Gooda Royal Commission into the Protection and Detention of Children in the NT published its report along with its 217 recommendations. And yet, five years on, the situation has not improved. Expert and experienced views are canvassed in this session, moderated by Matt Cunningham and followed by a Q&A session from the general public, to inform and assist the community in effectively addressing this important issue.

On The Couch with Connie B Inspired by the Artback NT series of the same name performed at the Centre the past two years, Constantina Bush takes her spot on the throne (couch) again for an unforgettable, fun and relaxed evening full of laughs.

WHEN SUN 31 JUL | 4PM AT STUDIO THEATRE COST $25 | $20 CONC

WHEN SAT 30 JUL | 12PM AT THE PLAYHOUSE

Numanggwa-Gum | Blak Talk – Truth, Treaty, Voice In 2017, the Uluru Statement from the Heart was presented to the Australian people from First Nations Australians. The Statement asked Australians to walk together to build a better future. This panel discussion, moderated by Ursula Raymond, provides the broader Australian populace with an insight and update on First Nations initiatives and discussion on "where to next?" that will build towards a better future.

WHEN SAT 30 JUL | 2PM AT THE PLAYHOUSE

Stephen Pigram With Stiff Gins Stephen Pigram takes command of The Playhouse stage, drawing on 40 years of composing and performing.

He’s joined by Alan Pigram on guitar, mandolin and ukulele, and Shannon Birchall on double bass,

Guligi Numanggwa | Big Blak Dot Comedy Spectacular with Kevin Kropinyeri Presented by Deadly Darwin, join Kevin Kropinyeri as he delivers his sharp, likeable, silly and measured comedy on the Big Blak Dot Comedy Spectacular stage to wrap the 2022 Garrmalang Festival.

Everyone’s invited to share Kevin’s journey, culture and life, as he’s joined by local legends from the Deadly Darwin collective including Richard Fejo, Normie Grogan, Paul Seden, John Rawnsley, Richie Harrison, James Parfitt, Nathan Wright and more!

WHEN SUN 31 JUL | 6PM AT STUDIO THEATRE COST $35 | $30 CONC

Daminmin

As well as the activities, Daminmin also showcases great local short films courtesy of the NT Travelling Film Festival, and on Saturday night there’s a sunset concert featuring great local musical acts including The Djari Project, Ray Ray McKenzie and the Wairuk Band.

By Kate Sieper

“There is lots happening, but it’s relaxed. Everyone’s welcome. It’s family friendly, and you can take part or just be in the moment watching birds by the billabong and soak it all up,” says Lynette Kenyon.

FESTIVAL You’re invited to gather on Limilngan-Wulna Country to celebrate the Dry in true Top End style with camping, workshops, culture, nature and community. The three-day Daminmin Festival – in easy reach of Darwin, just east of Humpty Doo – is a magical way to spend a weekend.

Created in partnership with Pudakul Aboriginal Cultural Tours and Darwin Community Arts, under the artistic and cultural direction of Lynette and Graham Kenyon, the Festival is held at the beautiful

Pudakul Billabong in the Adelaide River wetlands.

Daminmin is a word that relates to the creation story of the turtle, and 2022 presents the second ever Daminmin Festival. This year there is the added option of camping, and the exciting program of events has been stretched out over three days, from Friday to Sunday. For a nominated donation of your choice, you can camp for just one night or stay for all three allowing you to settle in to experience this very

LISTINGS

Photos: Anna Weekes

range of people and art forms.”

The Festival offers a range of cultural and artistic practices including workshops in weaving, indigo dyeing, bush medicine and foods, making clapsticks, drawing and dancing.

“It’s about sharing culture, and sharing where you are from, and spending time together, learning “Daminmin is a collaboration. Last year, and yarning and having fun. We we were blown away by the beauty of want people to leave our festival the site and the Festival atmosphere. with a greater sense of belonging, We have a passion and joy for cultural understanding and respect of Limilngan-Wulna Country and culture.” development, and Daminmin is about celebrating our community, and taking delight in making and sharing WHEN FRI 22 – SUN 24 JUL art together,” says Daminmin Creative AT 1581 ARNHEM HIGHWAY, Co-Producer Anna Weekes.

LAMBELLS LAGOON COST DONATION “We enjoy hanging out together in INFO darwincommunityarts.org.au nature and bringing together a special fusion of First Nations and rural culture.

Pine Creek Gold Rush Festival Travel to the historic town of Pine Creek for the annual Pine Creek Gold Rush Festival. Learn the history of the gold rush, try your luck at gold panning or damper competitions and explore the rich heritage of the region. Featuring an art exhibition, live music, market stalls and fireworks celebrating Territory Day, enjoy two huge days with fun for the whole family.

WHEN FRI 1 & SAT 2 JUL AT HERITAGE PRECINCT PINE CREEK COST FREE | $5 GOLD PANNING

By Tierney Seccull

Desert Harmony Festival Barkly Regional Arts presents the 2022 Desert Harmony Festival – Mappul Anyul Wilyarra-Jani, Sharing Together. This four-day extravaganza sees the Tennant Creek showgrounds transformed, brimming with art, music and cultural activities. It is a platform for the Barkly region's culturally diverse population to present and engage with the arts.

Djarmalak CONCERTS ON COUNTRY

Djarmalak; Concerts on Country WHEN SUN 24 JUL AT BESWICK COMMUNITY COST $50 | $50 WORKSHOP $50 CAMPING PER VEHICLE INFO djilpinarts.org.au

ACCLAIMED INDIGENOUS VOCALIST Emma Donovan and Torres Strait Islands music sensation Mau Power headline the second of three special Sundays this month, as part of the Djarmalak; Concerts on Country series.

“For me, it's the gathering of communities of the NT … Being welcomed by the Beswick community to perform and share my music on their Country is a huge compliment and I am very humbled by it,” he says.

Held in the remote Aboriginal community of Beswick/ Wugularr, the festival was created by Djilpin Arts to celebrate the legacy of Balang T. E. Lewis, and derived from his beloved Walking With Spirits festival.

“I've seen previous Djamalak shows in the past online and the experience of being surrounded by such beautiful land and people is what drew me to perform this year. It would also be so amazing to connect with people from the NT who have been following my music for many years – it's finally time to show them love and appreciation!”

Performing as a trio for Djarmalak, Donovan has a special, intimate show on the cards for lucky audience members.

She recently took out the First Nations Arts and Culture Fellowship as part of the First Nations Arts Awards, and plans to use the opportunity to produce an album featuring songs for children in traditional language as a way of giving back to community. That’s when she’s not touring the country performing solo gigs and supporting some of the biggest names in Aussie music, including Icehouse and The Teskey Brothers.

One of the original rappers emerging from the rich musical traditions of the Torres Strait, Mau Power is well respected as a leader in his community. He says it was a sense of community that drew him to Djarmalak.

Yolŋu Songmen Djakapurra Munyarrun and Rrawun Maymuru return to bring the ancient Songlines of their country to the stage, the event hosted by the wonderful Constantina Bush.

There’s also dance, art, workshops, food and conversation – and you’re welcome to set up camp or take a day tour. There’s just two more opportunities to soak up the kindness and culture of this year’s Djarmalak – don’t miss this beautiful, immersive cultural experience.

WHEN THU 28 – SUN 31 JUL AT TENNANT CREEK SHOWGROUNDS COST FREE INFO barklyarts.com.au

Blacken Open Air Festival After three long years, Blacken’s unstoppable force returns with 40 bands at Ross River Resort.

International headliner Revocation play an exclusive Aussie show along with fellow headliners, Amyl and the Sniffers and Psycroptic, supported by a massive line up of the heaviest of music for all your dark tastes, played under the blackest of skies.

With a stacked bar and bus to get you out there, what are you waiting for? Blacken is back!

WHEN FRI 29 JUL – MON 1 AUG AT ROSS RIVER RESORT COST $225 | $100 YOUTH $265 PACKAGE | $60 BUS INFO blackenfestival.com

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MUSIC

By Hannah Muir

ustralian band Goanna released their debut album Spirit of Place at a time when audiences were not yet familiar with political statements coming through their radios. Tracks such as ‘Solid Rock’ and ‘Let the Franklin Flow’ became iconic symbols for change for Indigenous rights and environmental protection. 40 years on, the band is back together once more to tour their ever-relevant messages.

“I went back and listened to that album again and I was blown away with the love, the light, the joy, the youthful idealism, the optimism,” says lead singer and songwriter, Shane Howard.

Goanna - Celebrating 40 Years of Spirit of Place Alice Springs WHEN AT COST INFO

THU 7 JUL | 7.30PM ARALUEN ARTS CENTRE $83 araluenartcentre.nt.gov.au

Darwin

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WHEN SAT 9 JUL | 7.30PM AT DARWIN ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE COST $79-$99 INFO yourcentre.com.au

Let’s set the scene: it’s 1980, Australia is governed by a Liberal government led by Malcolm Fraser. Indigenous Australians have had rights, including being able to vote for 13 years, following a referendum, and the right to lodge a claim for recognition of traditional land for just four years.

We are still three years away from legislation preferencing Aboriginal families as carers for Indigenous kids, when fostering or adoption is necessary, and there is developing political noise calling for these changes to come about.

All of this is swirling around the

awareness of Shane Howard who felt this country was a deeply racist one. After being prescribed some time off by a doctor for being run down, he felt compelled to use his ten days leave camping at Uluru.

“It just happened to coincide with some people from [SA Aboriginal community] Amata, who had come back to Uluru to set up a little tent to sell artifacts, and that was the beginning of Maruku Arts which is still going today,” he says.

After chatting with some of the women at the tent, Howard was subsequently invited to watch ceremony that evening, which he eagerly attended.

Photo: Martin Stringer

Spiritof PLACE And while there have been small glimmers of hope over the years, with Keating’s Redfern Speech and later Rudd’s apology, movement in terms of Indigenous rights have been sluggish.

“I think the 1996 election was an Australian historical tragedy and I make no apologies in saying that,” Howard says.

“I realised that I was in someone else’s Country, I realised there was a powerful intelligence at work that no one had ever revered to us before. Once you know, you can’t unknow. I knew then that I had to make the journey into the heart of my country and that’s been my journey ever since.”

“John Howard’s parting gift to Aboriginal Australians was the intervention.”

'Solid Rock' came out of that experience and was representative of a period of hope and public hunger for change.

“All of a sudden now, half the parliament are women, that’s transformative. A number of those people, men and women are First Nations people, that’s transformative. When change comes, it comes in a rush.”

“Little did I know that song would be so commercially successful for a couple of years.”

Howard views the last 26 years as a period of limbo but is hopeful, albeit cautiously, once more for change and justice following the recent change in government.

While it’s still early days of the new government, Howard admits to being “deeply moved” with Anthony Albanese’s commitment to the Uluru Statement of the Heart.

“I was overwhelmed emotionally, and I guess I was able to measure the distance that we’ve come.”

And what a coincidence that now, with this change of government and renewed sense of hope, Spirit of Place not only turns 40, but also takes another trip – one last trip – around the country.

The tour is an opportunity to say thanks to the people that supported the band at an imperative time for political music in Australia, providing the band with the privilege of living as artists.

“Let’s celebrate one last time. Let’s celebrate the dream we dreamed of back when we were young and idealistic. Let’s rattle the cage again and let’s make sure we realise that change.”

usic has been referred to as the universal language of humankind. It's actually been confirmed by several studies, including one in 2020 from Harvard University showing that music is “in fact universal: it exists in every society … regularly associated with behavioural contexts such as infant care, healing, dance and love.”

Not only does music transcend spoken dialects, it exists in everything from daily life to ceremony, across different cultures and religions around the world.

This month, Arafura Music Collective comes together with the Northern Territory Indian Classical Music Ensemble for Creative Spark – Music Inspired by the Divine.

By Tierney Seccull Photo: Paz Tassone

Arafura Artistic Director Claire Kilgarrif says connection and community inspired the cultural collaboration.

Sounds

Creative Spark – Music Inspired by the Divine WHEN SUN 17 JUL | 4.30PM AT NT SUPREME COURT, DARWIN COST $36 | $32 CONC | $10 YOUTH FREE 5-12 INFO facebook.com/ arafuramusiccollective

“Arafura Music Collective has a strong ethos of connecting our community into the unique cultural heritage of the NT. We are extremely fortunate to have here, in Darwin, international standard Indian classical musicians, and together with our First Nations musicians, this is a perfect opportunity to create a unique music performance which demonstrates our cultural richness,” she says.

“Arafura musicians have worked with musicians Kabita, Karan and Deepak in the past … this performance has created another opportunity for our two cultural traditions to be shared and new ideas developed.

“At the heart of all music traditions is the transformative power of music, and its ability to connect us with each other and inner self or soul. You might call it the Divine or Creative source, no matter your cultural tradition.”

The performance takes place in the beautiful setting of the Supreme Court, which is ideal in both a visual and acoustic context given the similarities it holds to spaces where this kind of music evolved, such as cathedrals and temples.

Immerse yourself in this beautiful musical collaboration, with some Western, some Indian, and some a fusion of three cultural traditions, in a beautiful space Kilgarrif says is sure to be an enlightening experience.

“Relax, connect with your music community, and hear a performance you are unlikely to hear anywhere else ... This is a chance to be surprised, delighted, challenged and connected. This performance will take you there.”

By Zoya Godoroja-Prieckaerts

COLOURFUL AND BRIGHT. You might think you’re walking into a regular kids show, but what you don’t realise is that the adults are about to enjoy this show just as much as the little ones.

music and, as a result, you get to see how that connects families and touches them. They perform songs that are obviously loved by kids because of their content, but Beth and Byll are great musicians, great performers.

Once upon a time, Teeny Tiny Stevies started out as an “adult band”, The Little Stevies. And they were good.

They were touring nationally and internationally, they were top musicians. The two sisters, Byll and Beth, were pretty family-oriented, and at some point along their musical and family journeys, they decided to build a small side project.

“They’ve grown into a really big beast! With their own books, extensive touring around the country, [plus] they’re the second biggest thing on ABC iView behind Bluey!”

Little did they know it would grow into a big new project of its own and, pretty soon, Teeny Tiny Stevies became their primary gig. This month, the band tours their new album How To Be Creative through the NT, with shows in Darwin, Katherine and Alice Springs.

Always wanting to promote empowering messages, the sisters’ writing looks to creativity and inclusiveness, “sharing in the love of creativity in all that it encompasses”. The band is known for their quality song writing, and while they’re skewed towards children, there’s still a lot that appeals to us grownups.

“When we think of children’s music, a lot of peoples’ minds jump to gimmicks. But actually, it’s a really great live music performance,” says Touring Manager Will Hollonds.

“For much of the audience, this is their first experience of live

Well, that’s pretty massive in its own right! They’ve also written for Sesame Street and won the 2020 ARIA Award for Best Children’s Album, putting them ahead of the Wiggles. It’s pretty plain to see these sisters are killing it and, really, we shouldn’t miss out on sharing in the musical talents of these not-so-teeny-tiny stars.

TEENY TINY

STEVIES Darwin WHEN SAT 2 JUL | 10.30AM AT DARWIN ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE COST $35 | FREE, U12 MONTHS INFO yourcentre.com.au

Katherine WHEN SUN 3 JUL | 10.30AM AT GODINYMAYIN YIJARD RIVERS ARTS & CULTURE CENTRE COST $30 INFO gyracc.org.au

Alice Springs WHEN AT COST INFO

TUE 5 JUL | 10.30am ARALUEN ARTS CENTRE $30 araluenartscentre.nt.gov.au

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JULY

Lunch on the Lawn

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Break up the working week and make your lunch break wonderful with Lunch on the Lawn every Wednesday. Pull up on a patch of grass under the shady trees of Bennett Park for a blissful hour of tunes from local musicians.

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Tasty bites are available for pre-order from nearby eateries, with weekly specials on the menu. The diverse music program offers a range of genres from both emerging and established artists, giving them the opportunity to tap into new audiences or access new opportunities.

OTL's quick and essential guide to live music in the NT. To find out more, head to offtheleash.net.au Saturday night, blasted out of the Friday slot by Cracker Night!

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Teeny Tiny Stevies How to be Creative Tour WHEN SAT 2 JUL | 10.30AM AT DARWIN ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE COST $35 | FREE UNDER 12 MTHS INFO yourcentre.com.au

SAT 2 JUL | 8-10.30PM HAPPY YESS AT BROWN’S MART $15 facebook.com/topendfolkclub

Loop the Loop WHEN WED 6 & THU 7 JUL | 7.30PM AT DARWIN ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE COST $35 | $30 CONC INFO yourcentre.com.au

Goanna Celebrating 40 Years of Spirit of Place Live at the Lake Get your picnic blanket and pack the snacks for City of Palmerston's Live at the Lake sessions! Head to Sanctuary Lakes for a dry season afternoon of live music from local NT artists Toombs & Gray while the sun sets.

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SAT 2 JUL | 4-7PM SANCTUARY LAKES FREE palmerston.nt.gov.au

First Folk’n Friday First Folk’n Friday is joint initiative of the Top End Folk Club and Happy Yess to bring together and showcase the broad and diverse folk, roots and world music scene in the Top End. It celebrates our diversity and the inclusiveness of this great place we live in, and captures the spirit of the Top End in music, hosted by Deadly Darwin comedian, Richie Fejo. July's event has been moved to

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THU 7 JUL | 7.30-10PM ARALUEN ARTS CENTRE $83 araluenartscentre.nt.gov.au

WHEN SAT 9 JUL | 7.30-9.30PM AT DARWIN ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE COST $79-$99 INFO yourcentre.com.au

Kodivine x Velia Mparntwe-based musos Kodivine and VELIA come together for this exclusive show for Darwin Fringe, delivering a feast of new songs with a top shelf band of NT players. Soul-soaking storytelling, bangin’ bass lines and a deep embodied affair with music in its barest-bone form. It will absolutely hit you in the feels, and create all the love-chaos that only live music creates. Vocal harmonies, horns, jangly drums on tight groove.

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THU 14 JUL | 7-9PM LUCKY BAT CAFÉ & PIZZERIA $22 | $20 CONC darwinfringe.org.au

Creative Spark – Music Inspired by the Divine WHEN SUN 17 JUL | 4.30PM AT NT SUPREME COURT, DARWIN COST $36 | $32 CONC | $10 YOUTH FREE 5-12 INFO facebook.com/ arafuramusiccollective

Sunday Sauce Following a sold-out 2021 edition, Sunday Sauce is back with a diverse team of powerhouse songwriters that throw the tropes out the troopy window. Showcasing original live music from 13 fem and gender diverse artists from Mparntwe, and beyond!

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SUN 24 JUL | 4PM MONTE’S LOUNGE FREE facebook.com/ rhinomilkproductions

Live on the Lawns: Xavia Enjoy your lunch on the lawns surrounding the Old Courthouse, the new home of MusicNT in Mparntwe, on the last Friday of the month until September. July's feature artist is Xavia – a multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and mentor making dreamy-folk music. As a solo artist, she combines swooning strings, earthy rhythms, and soaring melodies, taking the rich desert mountain views of her home in Mparntwe to millions of listeners worldwide.

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FRI 29 JUL | 12-1.30PM THE OLD COURTHOUSE FREE musicnt.com.au

Neil Murray at the Rails Maverick song man and former Warumpi Band founding member, Neil Murray, continues his Keep Rolling On tour in 2022, with a return to the evergreen Darwin Railway Club. With strong links to the Northern Territory as a former resident of both Darwin and Alice Springs, expect a triumphant celebration of landmark songs from his career spanning four decades, with special guest Prayer Corby opening the show.

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FRI 29 JUL | 7-11PM THE RAILWAY CLUB $33 neilmurray.com.au

WHEN EVERY WED | 12-1PM AT BENNETT PARK

COST FREE INFO facebook.com/lunchonthelawn

Friday Knock Offs at Dom's Gather your crew and kick back with a cocktail or two at Dom's Bar & Lounge in Nightcliff. Let the house DJ bring in your weekend and experience the taste of the Territory, the award-winning, iconic Territori-Tini, a mango sensation.

RED CENTRE

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EVERY FRI | FROM 4PM DOM'S BAR & LOUNGE FREE facebook.com/ domsbarandlounge

Jump Inn Jams Break up the working week and jump along to the Jump Inn for a fun jam night sesh with various artists.

WHEN EVERY TUE | 7-9PM AT JUMP INN CRAFT BEER BAR & RESTAURANT COST FREE INFO jumpinncraftbeerbar.com TUE 5 JUL – Kodivine TUE 12 JUL – Ruben Reeves TUE 19 JUL – The Davis Brothers TUE 26 JUL – Jordan Vanderschuit

Seaside Sessions Settle in under the green sails with a cold drink and an afternoon of live music. With drink specials and world-class sunsets, it's the perfect way to see out the weekend!

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EVERY SUN | 3PM DARWIN TRAILER BOAT CLUB FREE facebook.com/ darwintrailerboatclub

JAM NIGHTS AND OPEN MIC TOP END

Live blues band support in a welcoming environment. Come down, have a couple of cold drinks and embrace the atmosphere – or jump up and sing your heart out!

WHEN SUN 3 JUL | 3PM AT TRACY VILLAGE SPORTS AND SOCIAL CLUB COST GOLD COIN DONATION INFO facebook.com/ firstsundayblues

Jam Night Head down to the open mic night at Smoke & Oak and jump on stage or sit back and enjoy the music.

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EVERY TUE | 9PM SMOKE & OAK DARWIN FREE facebook.com/ smokeandoakdarwin

Acoustic Friday Soundtrack your Friday night with live, soulful, acoustic tunes from talented, local musos.

WHEN EVERY FRI | 6.30-9.30PM AT JUMP INN CRAFT BEER BAR & RESTAURANT COST FREE INFO jumpinncraftbeerbar.com FRI 1 JUL – Xavia FRI 8 JUL – Jum FRI 15 JUL – Gleny Rae FRI 22 JUL – Mearki Mai FRI 29 JUL – The Wanted Gems

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By Sydney Shaw

FOLKS, PREPARE YOURSELVES for a battle for the ages. In the red corner we have master musician Gene Peterson, and multi-instrumentalist Adam Page is warming up in the blue corner. Get ready as these two heavyweight musicians go head-to-head in the most anticipated musical battle in the history of history!

Darwin WHEN WED 6 & THU 7 JUL | 7.30PM AT DARWIN ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE COST $35 | $30 CONC | $15 U18 INFO yourcentre.com.au

Alice Springs SAT 9 JUL | 8PM ARALUEN ARTS CENTRE $38 | $36 CONC yourcentre.com.au

“This has been 11 years coming and is essentially the rematch of Loop the Loop – we’re excited to get back in the ring and battle off against each other.

It’s been so much fun putting the show back together,” says Peterson.

“Due to the pandemic, I had a commitment to take another show of mine to the Sydney Opera House, after we couldn’t bring all the international artists in, we thought, ‘what else can we deliver?’ Well, let’s bring back Loop the Loop!

The two accomplished instrumentalists don’t just compete using their musical prowess, they also incorporate an impressive level of creativity.

They make music out of inanimate objects or household items an audience member could relate to, whether they are or aren’t a musician.

“Adam makes music out of his beard and I make music out of kid’s toys. He makes music out of an audience member’s name, and we’re going back and forth – not necessarily as award-winning musicians – but as professional idiots … And it’ll be really great, 10 years later, to still beat Adam!”

Sometimes quirky, often hilarious, at times unbelievable, but always impressive. Don’t miss this opportunity to Loop the Loop!

Photo: Kate Atkinson

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Gene and Adam return to the NT with shows in Darwin and Alice Springs for the 10-year reunion show, held 11 years later, for Loop the Loop – the hilarious musical battle nobody asked for. A musical showcase like no other, Loop the Loop promises to captivate audiences with incredible drumming, virtuosic saxophone playing and riotous competition.

“Similarly, we were supposed to do Darwin Festival last year, and here we are finally getting to those shows after being postponed three times. It was supposed to happen during the Festival, then it was supposed to happen in November, and now here it is finally happening in July.’

KODIVINE Kodivine is transient. Moving from place to place, inhabiting and creating with fierce care and vitality. At the moment, Mparntwe/Alice Springs is home, and they have many gifts of enthusiasm to impart upon Territorians with the Darwin Fringe Festival in their immediate sight. Hannah Muir caught up with them at the 8CCC Café for a long black and a quick chat.

You were in Alice for a while, you left, and now you’re back!

I was here in 2018 and went back to Brisbane to study Masters in Music at the Conservatorium, which I dropped out of – I like to say I’m a jazz school dropout! I think in my bio I wrote “spends most of their time in the Central Desert, and the rest of the time wishing they were back”, which I think a lot of people can vouch for.

Aside from being a “jazz school dropout”, what is your musical background? You have a very jazzy, soulful voice – did you grow up in a musical family?

Absolutely not! I grew up in the heart of the bogan land in regional Queensland. I’ve been singing since

I was six. I had a very compromised musical education being in regional Queensland and not having much access to artistic and cultural opportunities. But eventually, I did go on to study Contemporary Music in Lismore, then went on to my Masters, which lead me to study in New Orleans and Denpasar.

How do you find the music scene here?

So dynamic! The music scene here is a hidden gem of the national scene. The skill level is really high. It’s just such a shame that access to and from the Central Desert is so expensive. There are trade-offs in some ways – I personally really

appreciate the literal space you have and feel here.

What have you got coming up?

I’m producing two shows for Darwin Fringe! Kodevine x Velia is a Fringe-exclusive, and the players in this band are so legit. We have our original sets we’ll perform separately but there may be some crossover, you need to come to the show to find out.

And Prickly Pear, which is such a special moment. Yeah, we are putting on a show, but we are a moving community and coming into collision of what’s your idea of culture? How do we safely gather?

How do we choose to spend our time together? What’s the role of

art in people’s lives? These are the things we have been thinking about when these people gather in this space. And then, you invite an audience into voyeur.

for people to access arts, and one of those is elitism in art and only seeing things that are really polished and really well funded.

And what are you expecting to come from that?

This show, when it has happened before, has left audiences inspired to actually create their own creative practice. They see the value for their own creativity. I think that contributes to a healthy community.

Prickly Pear at Darwin Fringe

There’s a real focus on emerging artists or artists that are at the early stages of a certain practice, and I think that’s really relatable. I like to try and dismantle any obstacles

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SAT 9 & SUN 10 JUL | 3-4PM BROWN’S MART THEATRE $17.50-$25 darwinfringe.org.au

Kodivine x Velia WHEN THU 14 JUL | 7-9PM AT LUCKY BAT COST $22 | $20 CONC | $17.50 GROUP 6+ INFO darwinfringe.org.au

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