CW brings you the latest in arts and entertainment news from around the Canberra region. Highlight this week: a local film heads to an international film festival and and alternate performing arts space holds an open day.
Film fest rolls into Canberra
There’s no denying many Canberrans love to cycle – and a film fest for enthusiasts put its kickstand down at Dendy cinema on Thursday 18 August for The Big Bike Film Night.
Now in its eighth year, one man’s passion project is jumping the Ditch from numerous sell-out locations across New Zealand. Heading on a three-month tour of Australia, the screenings celebrate cycling in all shapes and forms.
The night features 13 short films shot in locations around the world that range from two to 32 minutes long and are dedicated to telling the extraordinary stories of ordinary people.
Cycle into Dendy 18 August to catch the films; bigbikefilmnight.nz
Flazeda open day
Have you ever wondered if you’ve got enough junk in the trunk to make your booty twerk, or questioned how dancers manage to keep nipple tassels on while shimmying? Flazeda Hub has the answers for you at their open day on Sunday 21 August.
Showcasing what makes their classes a unique, fun and inclusive experience, the alternate performing arts hub is inviting Canberrans to come check them out in free bite-sized pieces. Classes will run all day with attendees learning a range of fringe and sub-culture arts, including sword and feather dancing. Before the day wraps up, be sure to catch the free mini show.
If you feel a bit parched after learning a new skill, there will be a range of food and drinks on offer, as well some fabulous market stalls.
Try something new at Flazeda’s open day, Sunday 21 August; flazedahub.com
Deadly Talks at the National Library
The final event in the National Library’s On Stage exhibition is the third installment of Deadly Dialogues with Rachael Maza AM on Monday 8 August 6-7pm.
Yidinji and Meriam woman Rachael Maza AM, was awarded an Order of Australia in 2020 for her significant service to the performing arts as an artistic director. Maza is the daughter of Bob Maza, who founded the first Black Theatre company in Australia. Following in her father’s footsteps, Maza has an impressive repertoire of acting, directing and dramaturgical experience under her belt. She is the artistic director of Ilbijerri, Australia’s longest running First Nations theatre company.
Deadly Dialogues, a platform which celebrates our First Nations performing artists and is hosted by Rhianna Patrick, invites guest performers to come and share their experiences of working within the Australian art scene.
Join Rachael Maza at the National Library of Australia, 8 August 6pm; nla.gov.au
Canberra Women of Science and Art
Canberra Women of Science and Art are excited to share their knowledge and projects with locals during National Science Week, holding three events around the capital.
Drones, balloons, ships, and mini 3D-printed robots will all make appearances during the experiences hosted by a group of women working in or inspired by science, technology, engineering, art and maths (STEAM). Between them, they have taught hundreds of children to fly drones, created a balloon show to introduce the concept of genetics to young minds, and sparked the start of a tribe of Canberra art-robots.
Over the course of National Science Week, they will host a lunchtime fireside chat with a Q&A and networking opportunities and two interactive mini workshops for all ages. The events are free, however, bookings are recommended.
For more details, head to events.humanitix.com
Love Forever, from Canberra to Venice
For the first time, a locally produced Canberra film, Love Forever, will premiere at the Venice International Film Festival.
The debut short film from writer/director Clare Young follows a girl from Canberra as she experiences her first love with a boy from Sydney’s Northern Beaches. Young was a recipient of an ArtsACT grant for an intensive mentorship with Jane Campion, who she says taught her the power of uncompromised vision served by talented collaborators in the spirit of love and trust.
Shot on location in Canberra and Sydney, the film will screen in the 79th Venice International Film festival in the Orizzonti Short Films competition. The festival runs 31 August until 10 September.
Follow the film’s journey via instagram.com/love.forever.official
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