Friday, 26th July
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JULY 31-AUGUST 11   An exhibition of landscape paintings by Elena Levkovskaya and Tetiana Koldunenko. Through the interplay of light and shadow, textural experience and meaningful storytelling, artists bring the quiet wisdom of trees to life. Art Space on The Concourse Free visitchatswood.com.au ...

Thursday, 25th July
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AUGUST 3   The Smash Hits Show include 1980s hits from artist such as Split Enz, Billy Idol, David Bowie, inxs, U2, Mondo Rock, Prince, Spandau Ballet, Cars, Cyndi Lauper and more. North Sydney Leagues Club $40 norths.com.au ...

Saturday, 20th July
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JULY 27-28   Internationally renowned concert pianist Konstantin Shamray joins the Willoughby Symphony Orchestra for a stunning showcase of Russian music. Hear Sergei Rachmaninov’s brilliant Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini performed in this special show. The Concourse Concert Hall $35+ visitchatswood.com.au ...

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JULY 26-AUGUST 31   On a crumbling country estate, Uncle Vanya and his niece Sonya work tirelessly to preserve their family’s privileges. It’s a lonely, mundane existence. That is until the arrival of Sonya’s father Professor Serebryakov and his new wife Yelena...

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JULY 27   Australian alt funk icons Skunkhour are back. Hot off their latest 2022 EP release, including hit lead track Blue, this unique group are bringing potent rhythms and timeless songs to Avalon. Avalon Beach RSL avalonrsl.com.au ...

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JULY 26   Join us for an evening of live jazz, cheese platters and wine tasting, hosted in the Lounge Bar. Taste eight different wines from various regions including red, white and rose, plus one ‘mystery wine’. Royal Motor Yacht Club $25 royalmotor.com.au ...

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JULY 20-AUGUST 25   From America’s musical mastermind Lin-Manuel Miranda comes the salsa-fuelled musical about a vibrant community in Washington Heights. It stars Ryan Gonzalez, Olivia Vásquez and Richard Valdez. Experience the incredible journey of love, ambition and community in this smash...

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The arts and music festival is back with live music, exhibitions and exciting events that will fire up your winter this July Put your beanie and your best jacket on, as this year’s Creative Open is back, bigger and better than...

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JUNE 6-JULY 6   Stolen tells the stories of five members of the Stolen Generation, whose lives are irrevocably altered by their experiences in a social and political system that sought to erase their cultural identity. Sydney Theatre Company $40+ sydneytheatre.com.au ...

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JUNE 8-SEPTEMBER 8   The Archibald Prize for portrait painting is the country’s most significant art award. Since 1921, it has highlighted figures from all walks of life, from famous faces to local heroes. Enjoy the Archibald, Wynne and Sulman Prizes 2024...