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Wednesday, April 24, 2024

Entertainment

WIN! A rural romance book pack

HQ Fiction has 4 rural romance book packs to give away in this edition of Canberra Weekly. The pack includes the new books Red Dirt Home by Renae Black and The Grazier’s Son by Cathryn Hein.

Moulds are broken and passions awoken in Billy Elliot the Musical

Cycles are broken and freedom found as Free-Rain Theatre Company brings Billy Elliot the Musical to The Q, Queanbeyan on 9 April- 5 May.

Long-term ‘folky’ hooked on Canberra’s National Folk Festival

When Sharon Casey started volunteering at the National Folk Festival in 1998, she wasn’t into folk and didn’t play an instrument, but 26 years of volunteering later she’s “folkified” and plays a mean fiddle.

Book talk: thrilling crime novels

This week, Jeff Popple reviews three thrilling new crime novels. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog

Wicked Little Letters (M) film review

In the English seaside village of Littlehampton during the 1920s, strict conservative local Catholic Edith Swan strikes up an unlikely friendship with her free-spirited and raucous Irish immigrant neighbour Rose Gooding

Canberra film to snatch industry limelight

The Canberra production Snatchers hopes to boost the local industry and bring attention to the talent creatives of the region.

Challenge your reality as Darkfield arrives in Canberra

Get ready to question reality as you thought you know it as Darkfield the sensory experience arriving in Canberra this March.

WIN! Monopoly Canberra edition

CW has 5 x Monopoly Canberra edition games to be won.

Win exciting Rubble & Crew construction vehicles

Canberra Daily has 3 x PAW Patrol Rubble & Crew prize packs to be won.

Do pass go and collect your Canberra Monopoly edition

Cats visiting Akiba, Top hats at Mooseheads and other absurd happenings are bound to occur as the Monopoly Canberra edition is launched.

What’s on around Canberra this weekend, 22-24 March

There are plenty of fabulous events to get you out and about around the Canberra region this weekend, 22-24 March.

5 affordable things to do in the heart of Canberra

With the cost-of-living crisis continuing to bite, we've rounded up five ideas for things to do and places to go in the heart of Canberra that will cost you nothing or next to nothing.

Take 6 with Reuben Tsang, piano prodigy

At only 12 years old, piano prodigy Reuben Tsang wowed attendees, now at 20, he performs in Canberra for the first time.

Book talk: family, therapy and Ferrari

This week, Jeff Popple reviews three interesting non-fiction books about family, therapy and Enzo Ferrari.

Seven books in 70 minutes as Potted Potter flies into Canberra

Empowered by the magic of Hogwarts, the seven books are condensed into 70 minutes in Potted Potter at Canberra Theatre Centre.

The Great Escaper (M) film review

In a care home, 89-year-old D-Day veteran Bernie Jordan (Michael Caine) plans to surprise his wife of 60 years Irene (Glenda Jackson) with a trip to Normandy to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the storming of the beach back in WWII.

Flippin’ good winner of the 2024 Bald Archy Prize announced

Wit and art intertwine are blended on the canvas in the Baldy Archy Prize exhibition with the 2024 winner announced.

WIN! Potted Potter tickets

CW has 2 x double passes to see Potted Potter in Canberra on Wednesday 3 April.

Win 1 of 4 Bite Shield Mosquito Repellent Packs

Bite Shield™, the first pyrethrum-based mosquito coil product on the market in Australia is set make mosquito season more enjoyable for all Australians!

Creativity and community are in bloom at the Dahlicious Festival

From strolls through the flowers to yoga in the field and masterclasses, there is something for everyone to enjoy at the Dahlicious Festival.

What’s on around Canberra this weekend, 15-17 March

Fun, laughs and activities that bring joy are in abundance across the Canberra region this weekend, 15-17 March.

Book talk: gripping reads

This week, Michael Popple recommends three intense and gripping reads. You can find more of Michael’s book reviews on his blog.

The best movies on SBS on Demand in 2024

To help you navigate the hours of movies available on SBS on Demand, Canberra Daily shares their top streaming picks.

Dune: Part Two (M) film review

Luke McWIlliams gives his review on the highly-anticipated Dune: Part Two.

Local showman puts the fun in funeral at The Q

Eulogiser Bunny invites you to partake in the ultimate taboo- laughing at a funeral as Cameron Ribbons look on the bright side at The Q.

Expertise marries experimentation in Divergent at Humble House

An incredible display of expertise and experimentation comes to Fyshwick as the Sydney Printmakers present Divergent at Humble House gallery from Saturday 16 March to Sunday 21 April.

WIN! Penguin Kids Easter prize pack

Celebrate Easter in 2024 with Penguin Kids and go into the running to win one prize pack jam-packed full of festive children’s books, including beloved reads featuring classic characters like Bluey, Peter...

WIN! Wicked Little Letters film passes

CW has 5 double passes to give away to Wicked Little Letters.

What’s on around town this Canberra Day long weekend, 8-11 March

Celebrate our region this Canberra Day long weekend, 8-11 March. We've have compiled a list to keep you entertainment all weekend long.

Sustainable Travel Street Party will be held in Braddon this month

A street party will be held later this month in Braddon, showcasing sustainable travel and how Canberrans can reduce their carbon footprint.
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