Best of Ballarat – April 2018

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Welcome to BALLARAT

The name “Ballaarat” is derived from the Wathaurung Aboriginal name for the area, balla arat, meaning “resting place”. Built on fortunes made from the 1850s gold rush, Ballarat is known for its rich history, culture and beautifully preserved Victorian era architecture.

Ballarat is still yielding treasure today, in the form of quirky shops, hidden bars and worldclass cafés and restaurants... not to mention our lively music, art and performance scene.

Best of Ballarat has been created to help visitors and locals make the most of what Ballarat has to offer... so start exploring!!

Kilderkin Distillery

Eat & Drink

Ballaratians are spoilt for choice when it comes to eating out. You’ll find a strong and vibrant cafe culture just like in the big smoke. Farm-gate to plate doesn’t come any fresher than direct from the heartland of regional Victoria. Gourmet menus matched with boutique local wines can be savoured in intimate restaurants, or sample hand-crafted beer and hearty pub fare in rejuvenated historic venues. Ballarat is a foodie’s delight.

Aroma of India

A traditional Spanish tapas bar and restaurant, at Meigas it’s all about sharing and enjoying a different cultural experience, while sampling a variety of traditional dishes from all over Spain.

Tue – Sat 12pm til late, Sun 12 – 4pm

33 Armstrong St Nth

5331 9444

Aroma of India

North Indian Cuisine dine-in (BYO), take-away & delivery available ($30 min.)

Free rice with every curry

Lunch Deals: $9 veg thali, $10.50 non veg thali.

Lunch Mon – Fri 12 – 2:30pm

Dinner 7 Days 5 – 10pm

432 Sturt St

5340 0844

aromaofindia.com.au

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Temple

Hop Temple is the place to eat, drink and socialise in Ballarat. Hop Temple pays homage to the frothy beverage itself. A place of appreciation, to worship beer – not just craft beer, but all beer –Hop does not discriminate.

Rear of 24-28 Armstrong St 5317 7158

hoptemple.com.au

Ballarista

A small comfortable cafe serving excellent coffee, light meals and nice sweet things. The prices are low and the service friendly. A great escape from daily pressures, recommended by a large, loyal following of satisfied customers.

Mon – Fri 8am – 4pm

2A Lydiard St Sth

Ballarista

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Hop

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The Gallery at Craig’s

Dine in Ballarat’s grandest of settings in the historic courtyard of Craig’s Royal Hotel. The spacious glass roofed conservatory restaurant is the perfect place for informal dining. Breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days.

10 Lydiard St Sth

Reservations

5331 1377

craigsroyal.com.au

Red Duck has been brewing craft beers for over 11 years. We offer a small cellar door experience where you can taste & purchase some of our many delicious all-natural beers. Mon – Fri 10am – 4pm Sat – Sun 12 – 5pm

11A Michaels Drive

Alfredton 5332 0723

redduckbeer.com.au

Red Duck Micro-Brewery Map2A7

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Experience our beers with a tasting paddle or by the glass. The bar also offers local cider and wines, bar snacks and light meals. Relax on our comfortable couches in a family friendly environment.

Wed-Thu 12 – 5pm, Fri-Sun 3 – 8pm.

884 Humffray St Sth

Mount Pleasant

cubbyhausbrewing.com.au

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Ballarat’s friendly gastro pub. Great range of craft beers and an extensive menu with a difference. Award winning coffee by Beat.

Great staff and service. Lunch & Dinner

Mon-Sat, Sun Lunch Family Roast (bookings only)

themunsterarmshotel.com.au

10 Victoria St

Bakery Hill

5332 2323

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Carboni’s Italian Kitchen

Open 7 days

47 Mair St 5332 7031

athleticclubbrewery.com.au

A menu created from only the freshest local produce, Carboni’s Italian Kitchen offers an authentic Italian dining experience. Enjoy drinks in the refurbished bar and the modern ambience of this lively place.

Open 7 days 11 – 3 / 5 – 9

152 Eureka St

5331 2184

carbonis.com.au

Athletic Club Brewery Map1H2

Located in the heart of Ballarat, we are the Ballarat community’s family owned small batch brewery. Boasting an eclectic range of beer styles, we promise to give you a taste of Ballarat you won’t soon forget.

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Billy’s Bistro & Bar

Enjoy a feast of good food every day at Billy’s Bistro & Bar. Choose a sharing platter or an individual serving from Billy’s Mediterranean inspired menu. All our ingredients are fresh from the market daily. Open daily from 7am

Last orders 9pm 613 Main Rd 1800 881 627 (opposite Sovereign Hill)

Kilderkin Distillery is rapidly becoming known for its high quality artisan gins. a SCOUNDREL is a dry gin and THE Larrikin is an Australian gin. Available at our Cellar Door. Mon – Fri 10am – 4pm Sat – Sun 12 – 5pm

11A Michaels Drive

Alfredton 5332 0723

kilderkindistillery.com.au

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The Lost Ones

A welcoming den of fine wine, spirits, cocktails and European-influenced bar food. Our mellow, old-world ambience encourages you to linger in conversation and enjoy Ballarat’s finest food and drinks.

Wed-Fri 2 – 11, Sat 11 – 11, Sun 11 – 7

14 Camp St (via alley)

4343 1754

thelostones.com.au

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Explore the exciting flavours of delicious Indian & fusion cuisine, using the freshest local produce paired with home grown aromatic spices. Perfect for a romantic night out, a business lunch or a family meal.

Lunch Thu – Sun 12 – 2:30pm

Dinner Tue – Sun 5 – 10pm

602 Eureka St 4343 2860 indiangrillballarat.com.au

Gems & Jewels

Retail Therapy

The shopping hubs of Sturt St and Bridge Mall cater for almost anything you could need, but delve a little further and you’ll find some hidden gems. Ballarat’s shopkeepers bring colour to our streets in the form of beautifully curated spaces. Pay them a visit and find out why residents of our city love to #buylocalballarat.

Time Travellers

Whether it’s for coffee and cake or a fashion shopping extravaganza Studio g.a.s Ballarat is a destination must!

A quaint little store whose eclectic fashion style sets the perfect foundation for a mix ‘n match smorgasbord between labels, styles and shoes.

M-F 10-5.30 S 10-4 207a Creswick Rd 53 388 202 Map2E4 31

Welcomes you

on the 1st Saturday of every month from 9am-1pm for Quality Gifts from Local Designers

In collaboration with the Bridge Mall Farmers Market - Find us in the Norwich Plaza

Hattie and the Wolf offers a carefully curated selection of giftware, clothing, accessories and homewares from independent designers and makers. A ‘must visit’ creative hub for the social and eco conscious shopper.

Tue 11-4, Wed-Fri 10-5, Sat 10-2

218A Skipton St

0429 852 438

hattieandthewolf.com.au

Attractions & Tours

One of Australia’s best preserved heritage cities, Ballarat will have you intrigued with her grand historic buildings, beautiful gardens and cobbled laneways. Ballarat’s many museums and tours bring history to life, revealing secrets and stories of times past. With so much on offer in Ballarat you may just want to extend your stay!

The Official Dr Blake Ballarat Tours Image: December Media

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Escapade

The Lost Temple will test your mental strength as you solve a series of puzzles to find The Source of All Knowledge. Pick a team of 2-5 people and test yourselves out to solve the puzzle within 60 minutes. Open every day.

Ride an authentic Ballarat tram (some over 100 years old). Buy real tram tickets from the conductor and travel 1.3km of original track through the beautiful Botanical Gardens on the west side of Lake Wendouree. Open weekends, school and public holidays.

Wendouree Parade

5334 1580

btm.org.au

EERIE TOURS BALLARAT

ARADALE GHOST TOURS ARARAT Ararat

Discover Ballarat’s dark side with the Ballarat Ghost Tour and Ballarat Old Cemetery Tour. Explore underground buildings, alleyways and the remains of the Old Ballarat Gaol, or Australia’s premier Goldrush cemetery.

Eerie Tours 1300 856 668

eerietours.com.au

Aradale Ghost Tours takes you through Australia’s largest abandoned lunatic asylum. 2 hour Ghost Tours, investigation tours and 6 hour Ultimate tours available. One of the most popular ghost tours in the country.

Eerie Tours 1300 856 668

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Gold & Relics Gold Prospecting Adventures

Experience gold prospecting in the beautiful Creswick State Forest with knowledgeable guides to help you every step of the way. We run half day and full day adventures, along with private tours with one-on-one access to our most experienced guides.

Private Tours: Mon – Wed

Group Tours: Fri – Sun

1300 882 199 goldandrelics.com.au

24 March to 27 May 2018

An exhibition revealing the artist’s work processes, from sketches made in the field to magnificent oil paintings.

Curated by Dr Ruth Pullin

ARTIST–TRAVELLER

artgalleryofballarat.com.au

Eugene von Guérard Aborigines met on the road to the diggings (detail) 1854 oil on canvas Geelong Gallery

Gift of W Max Bell and Norman Belcher, 1923

Creativity & Culture

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The visual arts are alive and well in Ballarat. Home to Australia’s oldest regional art gallery, Ballarat is attracting major festivals whilst enjoying a strong local arts scene. A short walk will take you from the historic statues of Sturt St, to the Art Gallery of Ballarat and through to the Camp St arts precinct. Make sure to check out the exhibition listings in our What’s On section.

Scott Fredericks, The Amalgam

The Lost Ones

Contemporary Art Gallery

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The Lost Ones is a contemporary art gallery and wine bar in the heart of heritage Ballarat. Housed in an 1870s Masonic temple, The Lost Ones hosts exhibitions, workshops, performances, art classes and more.

Wed-Sun 11am – 4pm

14 Camp St

4343 1754

thelostones.com.au

Enjoy one of the best collections of Australian art in the country, with leading artists from all eras represented. Catch one of the exciting exhibitions, browse the shop or enjoy great food in the café.

Open daily 10am – 5pm

40 Lydiard St Nth

5320 5858

artgalleryofballarat.com.au

Michael O'Connell, Darts (detail) - Art Gallery of Ballarat

Huyghue House 15 Camp Street

Alfred Deakin Place

DRAWING BREATH

SECOND SKIN

The Wednesday Collective

22 March - 8 April

Opening 24 March 2 - 4pm

Thursday - Sunday 12 - 4pm

MIXED

MEDIA

Tenfold Textile Collective

12 - 29 April

Opening 14 April 2 - 4pm

Thursday - Sunday 12 - 4pm

Arthur Creative 3 - 30 April

Lucas Community Hub - Coltman Plaza

Viewing 24 / 7

Opening Saturday April 7, 10 -11am

Unicorn Lane

100 Block, Sturt St, Ballarat CBD

Viewing 24 / 7

160 Artists

60 Solo Exhibitions

Lakeside Sculptures

Music, Performances

Food and more...

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Image: Gerwyn Davies

What’s On

What’s on? .....plenty!

Our mission is to make sure you never miss an event. And we’d love to see visitors sharing these experiences with the locals - what better way to get under the skin of a city? There’s so much to do each month in Ballarat: exhibitions, comedy, theatre, live music, film screenings, markets and so much more. Get amongst it!

Pyrenees Unearthed Wine + Food Festival

EXHIBITIONS

UNTIL 1 APR

RESIST LAUGHTER ALANA HOLMBERG

Alana’s images are from Turkey. Inspired initially by a tweet, an image of young women laughing in the street and the words #direnkahkaha (resist laughter), the post was one of thousands shared by Turkish women to protest comments by the country’s then Deputy Prime Minister who said women should not laugh in public.

The Lost Ones Contemporary Art Gallery

14 Camp St

UNTIL 2 APR

36th ANNUAL EXHIBITION

An exhibition of artwork from members of The Ballarat Society of Artists. All genres and mediums represented with most work for sale, including cards. Combine it with a visit to the renowned Begonia Display in the adjacent conservatory.

Robert Clark Centre

Ballarat Botanical Gardens, Wendouree Pde

BALLARAT SOCIETY OF ARTISTS

Ballarat Society of Artists

36thAnnual Exhibition

UNTIL 6 APR

ALLEGORY DIOKNO PASILAN

Allegory is a series of paintings representing memory and dialogue through experience within my art practice and locality.

RAT Gallery at Ballarista 2A Lydiard St Sth

UNTIL 8 APR

DRAWING BREATH

The Wednesday Group. Seven professional artists and creative directors explore drawing as the foundation of their practice.

Backspace Gallery 15 Camp St

UNTIL 21 APR

GOLDEN PLAINS RECENT WORKS

BY RUBY PILVEN & PETER PILVEN

A joint exhibition by Ballarat ceramic artists

Peter and Ruby Pilven. The sculptural works have been influenced by the natural surroundings of the Golden Plains Shire and Ballarat’s rich cultural heritage.

Post Office Gallery Cnr Sturt & Lydiard St

UNTIL 29 APR

JANET J. CAMERON

Janet J. Cameron will be exhibiting watercolour, pastel and oil paintings as well as stone sculptures. The Gallery Lounge at Mercure Ballarat

613 Main Rd

30 MARCH – 2 APRIL 2018

Official Opening: Fri 30 March 2pm

Robert Clark Centre

Ballarat Botanical Gardens, Wendouree Parade

10am – 5pm (Mon 17th 10am – 4pm)

Robert Clarke Centre, Botanical Gardens, Wendouree Parade, Ballarat.

Janet J. Cameron

3 - 30 APR

MIXED MEDIA ARTHUR CREATIVE

ContainART Mobile Gallery (viewing 24/7)

Lucas Community Hub, Coltman Plaza

3 - 30 APR

1 MILLION STARS TO END VIOLENCE

Opening: Sat Apr 7, 10am.

Unicorn Lane Gallery (viewing 24/7)

Laneway next to The Unicorn, 131 Sturt St

4 APR - 13 MAY

LAST MAN STANDING JENNY REDDIN

Healesville artist Jenny Reddin is intrigued and moved by the symbol of the flower. Last Man Standing is a comprehensive investigation of colour, beauty, loss, love and mourning. There is a delicate transience in the work that suggests the fragility of life, the presence of shame, regret and loss.

Opening: Thu 5 Apr, 6pm.

The Lost Ones Contemporary Art Gallery

14 Camp St

5 - 29 APR

DIVERSIONS

SANDRA TOBIAS,

YOSHI MACHIDA & JOHN JUNOR

Printworks, painting, ceramic and woodwork.

Opening: Sat Apr 7, 2pm.

Red Door Gallery on Fraser

31 Fraser St, Clunes

9 - 23 APR

BE PERSUADED JANE AUSTEN

EXHIBITION

Featuring rare fashion, accessories and ephemera from the 18th century through to the 1840s. Pieces such as these are rarely on display outside of major museums - an 18th century silk gown, diaphanous Empire line frocks, spencers, capes and shawls, boots, pumps and stockings, bonnets and parasols. Meet the exhibition curators: Mon 9 Apr, 11am. Ballarat Library 178 Doveton St Nth

9 APR - 4 MAY

THE AMALGAM SCOTT FREDERICKS

Scott Fredericks offers his personal coping mechanism for dealing with the national Monday night political narrative.

RAT Gallery at Ballarista 2A Lydiard St Sth

12 - 29 APR

SECOND SKIN

Contemporary textiles by Tenfold Textile Collective.

Opening: Sat 14 Apr, 2pm.

Backspace Gallery 15 Camp St

21 - 22 & 28 - 29 APR

TINY TOWNS ARTS TRAIL

Two big weekends of art and inspiration. Wind your way through the Tiny Towns of the Central Goldfields, enjoy creative, unique galleries, public spaces, cafes and surprises! Follow Tiny Towns Arts Trail on Facebook for more information and complete list of participating artists.

26 APR - 19 MAY

INDIGO THREADS TAMARA KELLETT, JESSICA SCHROETER & APRIL WELFARE

Huyghue House 15 Camp Street

Alfred Deakin Place

Three Ballarat artists and FedUni Arts Academy alumni explore a common interest and fascination with the beauty and colour of ‘indigo’.

DRAWING BREATH

Post Office Gallery Cnr Sturt & Lydiard St

Drawing Breath

The Wednesday Collective

The Wednesday Collective

Jenny Reddin, Last Man Standing

ANIMALIA AUSTRALIS

This exhibition celebrates the first encounters between white explorers, scientists and settlers with the animals of the Southern Continent and highlights the prevailing perceptions and depictions of native fauna of the period.

Art Gallery of Ballarat 40 Lydiard St Nth

EUGENE VON GUÉRARD:

ARTIST–TRAVELLER

This remarkable exhibition tells the story of the art of Austrian-born artist Eugene von Guérard, the preeminent landscape painter of colonial Australia. During his 28 years in Australia, he filled 22 sketchbooks with drawings that capture his sense of wonder at the diversity and beauty of the natural environments through which he travelled. This exhibition offers the visitor the rare opportunity to trace the evolution of a work from the sketchbook to the final studio painting, in examples which include some of von Guérard’s best known and most important paintings.

Art Gallery of Ballarat 40 Lydiard St Nth

VARIOUS ARTISTS

Works by various local and international artists. Blue Artz Gallery & Café

1039 Howitt St, Wendouree

BECKLER’S BOTANICAL BOUNTY: THE FLORA OF MENINDIE

An exhibition inspired by the 150th anniversary of the Victorian Exploring Expedition (VEE), better known as the Burke and Wills Expedition, and the work of pioneer botanical collector Dr Hermann Beckler. Over eight consecutive years, 26 artists visited Beckler’s collecting grounds to locate, collect, preserve and illustrate the same 120 plant species he collected in 1860–61.

Art Gallery of Ballarat 40 Lydiard St Nth

IN OCCUPATION:

PASTORAL SETTLEMENT IN THE WIMMERA

Ten watercolour sketches by an anonymous colonial artist who visited pastoral settlements in the SE Wimmera district, plus silhouette portraits of the inhabitants of the properties, pastoral maps, photographs of the original views today, and artefacts gathered on the homestead sites.

Art Gallery of Ballarat 40 Lydiard St Nth

RECENT ACQUISITIONS 2018

Works which have come into the collection in the past two years which have not been put out on public display before. The Gallery has a wide collecting brief, but its principle focus is on paintings, works on paper and sculpture. Over the duration of this exhibition, parts of the display will be refreshed with new works, so plan a repeat visit if you wish to see more of the collection.

Art Gallery of Ballarat 40 Lydiard St Nth

Unknown Artist, Echidna 1860 (detail)

WORKSHOPS

ART GALLERY OF BALLARAT

artgalleryofballarat.com.au 5320 5858

3 - 12 APR

AUTUMN SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM

Fun, creative play with local artists. Visit website for full program and prices.

SAT 7 & SUN 8 APR 10am – 4pm

LIFE DRAWING INTENSIVE

Immerse yourself in two days of drawing with experienced drawing teacher Maggie Dannatt. This workshop will be focusing primarily on life drawing but is very relevant to portrait artists, so all are welcome to participate.

SUN 15 APR 9:30am – 4pm

3 - 8 APR

INTRODUCTION TO MEISNER TECHNIQUE WITH

ERICA CHESTNUT

Are you interested in learning a practical, reliable technique developed by one of the world's leading acting teachers? Spread over 5 days, it's the perfect course if you’re looking for a complete, intense discovery and immersion in “Living Truthfully under a Given Set of Circumstances.” Explore the Meisner technique from its foundation exercises through to text application and what it means to ‘act on impulse’. Bookings: trybooking.com.

Eastwood Leisure Complex

20 Eastwood St

4 - 13 APR

EUGENE

VON GUÉRARD: DRAWING AT LAL LAL FALLS

Follow in the footsteps of Eugene von Guérard by joining a group to draw landscapes at Lal Lal Falls, led by well-known artist Joanne Sisson. Eugene von Guérard came to the Falls in 1856, and the site inspired one of his most powerful and highly worked drawings.

TUE 17 APR 10am – 4pm

EUGENE VON GUÉRARD:

PAINTING LANDSCAPES WITH OCHRES

Join Wadawurrung artist Deanne Gilson and learn how to paint with ochres. Visit the Eugene von Guérard exhibition, hear how Deanne uses symbology to build her own paintings in ochre and draw inspiration from images of Wadawurrung Country to create your own ochre artwork, using ochres and tree saps mediums.

24 APR - 13 JUN

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS

Visit website for full program and prices.

BALLARAT LIBRARIES AUTUMN SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM

Fun activities for kids at the Ballarat Libraries. Full program online: bit.ly/2FHXoUA

facebook.com/ballaratlibraries

12 APR 7:30pm

BALLARAT ACOUSTIC SESSIONS

Come meet other local musicians for a jamming great time. Bring your instrument, voice or just your ears.

The Lost Ones Basement Bar

15 APR 12 – 2pm

ANIMUS GIN MASTERCLASS

In only 3 years Animus has had break out success with their gin range. This event is an opportunity to sample their gin, whilst learning about the crafting of these sensational, modern takes on the centuries old art of gin distilling from the creators themselves. A light tasting platter will be provided to share, that will complement the experience.

Bookings: thelostones.com.au

The Lost Ones Basement Bar

Eugene von Guérard, Larra 1857 (detail)

VENUES

Art Gallery of Ballarat 40 Lydiard St Nth 5320 5858 • artgalleryofballarat.com.au

Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute 117 Sturt St 5331 3042 • ballaratmi.org.au

Ballarat Mining Exchange 12 Lydiard St Nth 5333 5888

Flying Horse Ballarat & District Trotting Club Cnr Bell & Sutton St, Redan 5335 9040

Her Majesty’s 17 Lydiard St Sth 5333 5888 • hermaj.com

Hop Temple Rear of 24 Armstrong St Nth 5317 7158 • hoptemple.com.au

Irish Murphy’s 36 Sturt St 5331 4091 • murphysballarat.com.au

Karova Lounge 15 Field St 5332 9122 Oztix 1300 762 545 • karovalounge.com

Munster Arms Hotel 10 Victoria St 5332 2323 • themunsterarmshotel.com.au

Regent Cinemas 49 Lydiard St Nth 5330 5555 • regententertainment.com.au

Seymours on Lydiard 302 Lydiard St Nth 5332 9966 • seymours.com.au

The Cabaret Club 4/9367 Western Hwy, Warrenheip 5334 8114 • thecabaretclub.com.au

The Eastern 81 Humffray St Nth theeasternballarat.com

The Lane 27 Lydiard St Nth (The George Hotel) 5333 4866 • georgehotelballarat.com.au

The Lost Ones Basement Bar 14 Camp St (via alley) 4343 1754 • thelostones.com.au

Wendouree Centre for Performing Arts (WCPA) 1220 Howitt St, Wendouree 5338 0980 • wcpa.com.au

The Cabaret Club

MUSIC

B-Town was born with live music in its veins... from jazz, classical, funk, soul & dub to punk & hardcore, music lovers of all kinds unite to support local musicians and see international acts in intimate venues.

SUN 1 APR

The Lost Ones Basement Bar

MIRLYN 3pm

Seymours On Lydiard

LIVE MUSIC 4pm

WED 4 APR

The Lost Ones Basement Bar

THE JAZZ SERIES 8:30pm

THU 5 APR

Karova Lounge

THIRSTY MERC 8pm

FRI 6 APR

The Lost Ones Basement Bar

AMIE BRÛLÉE 5:30pm

Seymours On Lydiard

SCOTT FRASER 6pm

The Cabaret Club

KERMIT’S REVENGE 6:30pm

Flying Horse

JIM BAZIS 7pm

Munster Arms Hotel

KALIMNA JAZZ 7pm

The Eastern

YOUNG OFFENDERS, 7:30pm

THE SHORTS, KEGGIN, KUJO KINGS

Irish Murphy’s

MATTY CHAPS 9:30PM

SAT 7 APR

Hop Temple

TOMMY MCEWAN 1:30pm

The Eastern WRAPPED UP 3pm FEATURING: THE STEVENS, LOWER PLENTY, HOT TOPIC, JESS RIBEIRO, SKIVVY, UBIK, WOOLLEN KITS, THE STROPPIES, WILD BLOOM, ODD JOBS DJS

Seymours On Lydiard

LIVE MUSIC 6pm

Munster Arms Hotel

KALIMNA JAZZ 7pm

Irish Murphy’s

MISSBEHAVIN' 9:30PM

SUN 8 APR

Munster Arms Hotel

KALIMNA JAZZ 12pm

Ballarat Jazz Club

MIKE FIELD QUINTET 1pm

Hop Temple

LIVE MUSIC 1:30pm

Irish Murphy’s

CELTIC JAM SESSION 2:30PM

The Lost Ones Basement Bar

MICHAEL WESTLAKE TRIO 3pm

Cubby Haus Brewing

MICK TREMBATH 4pm

GUITAR MASTERCLASS

Seymours On Lydiard

MATTY CHAPS 4pm

WED 11 APR

Munster Arms Hotel

DAVE CLARK 6:30pm

THU 12 APR

Karova Lounge

SAVIOUR 7:30pm

SUPPORTS: ABURDEN, EARTH CALLER, EBONIVORY, ANTICLINE

FRI 13 APR

The Lost Ones Basement Bar

AMIE BRÛLÉE 5:30pm

Seymours On Lydiard

ROB BARON 6pm

The Cabaret Club

JAM PACKED 6:30pm

Flying Horse

TWO OF US 7pm

Munster Arms Hotel

KALIMNA JAZZ 7pm

Karova Lounge

FREE THE SLAVES 7:30pm

BENEFIT SHOW FEATURING

LETHAL SOUND DIVISION

SUPPORTS: TSUGNARLY, DAL SANTO, TRUCKS, EMBE, BUTTERFUNKED

The Eastern

AMYL & THE SNIFFERS 8pm + SPECIAL GUESTS

Irish Murphy’s MAD COW 9:30PM

Four Seasons

Fine Music Festival

Presents:

A Pleasant Sunday Afternoon at Newlyn

SUNDAY 15 APRIL 3pm

Concert for Bassoon, Oboe & Harpsichord with Sweet Biscuit Ensemble

St Matthew’s Church, Newlyn-Reservoir Rd, Newlyn

www.ballaratanglican.org.au/fourseasons

SAT 14 APR

Hop Temple

LIVE MUSIC 1:30pm

Seymours On Lydiard

LIVE MUSIC 6pm

Munster Arms Hotel

KALIMNA JAZZ 7pm

The Cabaret Club

MOTOR CITY SOUNDS 8:30pm

Irish Murphy’s

TRUNK 9:30PM

SUN 15 APR

Munster Arms Hotel

KALIMNA JAZZ 12pm

Hop Temple

LIVE MUSIC 1:30pm

Irish Murphy’s

CELTIC JAM SESSION 2:30PM

The Lost Ones Basement Bar

NATHAN POWER 3pm

St Matthew’s, Newlyn

FOUR SEASONS 3pm

FINE MUSIC FESTIVAL

SWEET BISCUIT ENSEMBLE

Cubby Haus Brewing

VESTS DUO: 4pm

PAT MCCABE & GEOFF HASSELL

Seymours On Lydiard

LIVE MUSIC 6pm

FRI 20 APR

The Lost Ones Basement Bar

AMIE BRÛLÉE 5:30pm

Seymours On Lydiard

MARTY LUKE 6pm

The Cabaret Club

OLD MELBOURNE RD 6:30pm

Flying Horse

FRANKIE 7pm

Munster Arms Hotel

LYNDON KRISS 7pm

Irish Murphy’s

BEATTIE BOYS 9:30PM

SAT 21 APR

Hop Temple

LIVE MUSIC 1:30pm

Seymours On Lydiard

LIVE MUSIC 6pm

Munster Arms Hotel

LYNDON KRISS 7pm

Miners Tavern

BALLARAT SKA UNION 8:30pm

Irish Murphy’s

BITTERSWEET 9:30PM

SUN 22 APR

Munster Arms Hotel

SCOTT & MARIKA 12pm

Hop Temple

WILSON & WHITE 1:30pm

Irish Murphy’s

CELTIC JAM SESSION 2:30PM

The Lost Ones Basement Bar

WELL STRUNG 3pm

Art Gallery of Ballarat

FOUR PLUS MORE: 4pm

FIDELIO QUARTET & FRIENDS

Cubby Haus Brewing SAINT IVORY 4pm

Seymours On Lydiard

LIVE MUSIC 6pm

TUE 24 APR

Karova Lounge

COSMIC PSYCHOS 8pm

SUPPORTS: POWER, AARON GOCS

FRI 27 APR

The Lost Ones Basement Bar

AMIE BRÛLÉE 5:30pm

Seymours On Lydiard

ROB BARON 6pm

The Cabaret Club

BUTTERFUNKED 6:30pm

Flying Horse

IAN DUCHESNE 7pm

Munster Arms Hotel

KALIMNA JAZZ 7pm

Karova Lounge

ALEX THE ASTRONAUT & STELLA DONNELLY 8:30pm

SUPPORT: ALEXANDER BIGGS

Irish Murphy’s

BLANK CANVAS 9:30PM

SAT 28 APR

Hop Temple

LIVE MUSIC 1:30pm

Seymours On Lydiard

LIVE MUSIC 6pm

Munster Arms Hotel

KALIMNA JAZZ 7pm

WCPA

DON HUNTLEY 7:30pm

MEMORIAL PIANO RECITAL: KRISTIAN CHONG

The Eastern

REQUIEM LP Show 8pm

OVERPOWER, ANTICLINE, ARMATA

Irish Murphy’s

ROTHSCHILD 9:30PM

SUN 29 APR

The Lost Ones Basement Bar

FLINDERS QUARTET 11am

Munster Arms Hotel

KALIMNA JAZZ 12pm

Hop Temple

LIVE MUSIC 1:30pm

WCPA

THE ADELE & AMY 2pm

SONGBOOK

Art Gallery of Ballarat

GWEN KENNELLY 2:30pm & CORA TEEUWEN

Irish Murphy’s

CELTIC JAM SESSION 2:30PM

Cubby Haus Brewing

COREY HEWITT DJ 4pm

Seymours On Lydiard

LIVE MUSIC 6pm

THEATRE

WED 4 APR 7:30pm

THE NUTCRACKER

Presented by Moscow Ballet 'La Classique' Following 2017 sell-out performances of Swan Lake, Moscow Ballet 'La Classique' returns to Australia to present the jewel of classical ballet, Tchaikovsky’s spectacular masterpiece, The Nutcracker. Moscow Ballet ‘La Classique’ with its artistic ballet mastery, lavish costumes and magnificent stage sets takes us on a journey back in time to the frost-covered, gaslight world of Clara, her beloved Nutcracker Doll and the Magician Drosselmeyer. This romantic tale with its blend of magic and realism brings to life the popular Tchaikovsky score featuring Dance Of The Sugar Plum Fairy and The Waltz Of The Flowers. Tix: wcpa.com.au

Wendouree Centre for Performing Arts

5 - 14 APR THE SUM OF US

Presented by Creswick Theatre Company

A hit Off-Broadway and later a film starring Russell Crowe & Jack Thompson, this play by gifted Australian writer David Stevens explores the volatile yet loving relationship between an aging widower and his gay son. Warning: This play contains strong language and graphic sex references. Tix: creswicktheatre.com.au

Creswick Courthouse Theatre

4A Raglan St, Creswick

TUE 10 APR 10:30am & 1:30pm

THAT’S NOT A DAFFODIL

Presented by Her Majesty's Ballarat

This funny, playful, child-sized drama for young kids and their families is the story of friendship between a solitary little boy and his elderly Turkish neighbour, who grow a daffodil together. Performed with captivating music, surprising puppetry and animation, its themes of growth, transformation, tuning into nature, and caring for other people across age and cultural difference are timely and universal. Tix: hermaj.com

Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute

M Petipa P Tchaikovsky

Creswick Theatre Company Presents THE SUM OF US

by David Stevens

April 5–7 &12–14 8pm

Tickets: $20

Bookings: creswicktheatre.com.au or 0458 516 275

Creswick Courthouse Theatre Raglan St Creswick

14 - 22 APR

MONTY PYTHON'S SPAMALOT

Presented by BLOC Music Theatre

Lovingly ripped off from the classic film comedy Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Spamalot retells the legend of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table and features a bevy of beautiful show girls, not to mention cows, killer rabbits and French people. The original Broadway production of Spamalot won three Tony Awards including the awards for Best Musical and Best Direction of a Musical. Tix: blocmusictheatre.com

Wendouree Centre for Performing Arts

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TUE 17 APR 2pm

A FINE ROMANCE: THE MAGIC OF FRED ASTAIRE

Presented by Her Majesty's Ballarat

An all singing, all dancing tribute to the man who went on to become the most famous dancer of all times. A Fine Romance recreates the legendary dance routines of the era and takes the audience from Fred’s humble beginnings on Broadway, all the way to his Hollywood days and on screen romances with his many leading ladies, including Judy Garland, Audrey Hepburn, Rita Hayworth and of course Ginger Rogers. A Fine Romance is a show with a big heart, capturing the story of a dancing legend and an all-round entertainer who was and still is, adored by millions of fans around the world. With beautiful costumes, plenty of glitz, extraordinary dancing and of course, the timeless music of Irving Berlin, Cole Porter, the Gershwins, with songs including The Way You Look Tonight, They Can’t Take That Away From Me, Let’s Call the Whole Thing Off, Cheek to Cheek, ' on the Ritz, Top Hat, That’s Entertainment and more, this show has something for everyone.

Tix: hermaj.com

Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute

Warning: Show contains strong language & graphic sex references

Proudly Supported by

Directed by Megan Riedl

By arrangement with Origin Theatrical on behalf of Samuel French

Fine Romance: The Magic of Fred Astaire

MORE TO DO

28 MAR - 15 APR

LENNON BROS CIRCUS

One of Australia's oldest running circuses, with amazing performers from Australia and overseas.

Tix: lennonbroscircus.com.au

Ballarat Showgrounds

Cnr Creswick Rd & Howitt St, Wendouree

SUN 8 APR 10am – 4pm

WELLBEING & PSYCHIC EXPO

Psychics, palmists, astrologers, tarot readers, alternative health & wellbeing practitioners, ecologically sustainable products and more.

Housey Housey 12 Armstrong St Nth

SUN 8 APR 11am – 3:30pm

RIDE THE HORSE TRAM

Don't miss the annual outing of Ballarat

Horse Tram No. 1. Australia's oldest working tram (over 130 years old), will be operating along its original tracks.

Ballarat Tramway Museum

Wendouree Pde

TUE 10 APR 12:30pm

LET'S TALK POETRY

A look at one of the best-known and not-understood poems of the 20th century, T.S. Eliot’s The Waste Land. Art Gallery of Ballarat

THU 12 APR 7pm

Ballarat Film Society presents EMBRACE OF THE SERPENT

(Colombia/Venezuela/Argentina/Netherlands)

Membership required ballaratfilmsociety.weebly.com

Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute

SAT 14 APR 9am – 12pm

HIDDEN TREASURES WALKING TOUR

A fun filled journey through Ballarat's streets and laneways to discover art, quirky & unique gifts, fashion, craft, coffee & food + fun facts along the way.

Tix: hattieandthewolf.com.au

SAT 14 APR 1pm

CAROLINE JANE KNIGHT

The 5th great-niece of legendary author Jane Austen, share in Caroline's stories of Jane, as described in her notable book Jane & Me: My Austen Heritage. Free - bookings required: eventbrite.com.au

Ballarat Library 178 Doveton St Nth

SUN 15 APR 10am – 3pm

AFFORDABLE WEDDING EXPO

Come and meet with some of the best wedding vendors Ballarat has to offer and chat one-on-one about your special day.

Ballarat Mining Exchange

SUN 15 APR 2pm

BOOKTOWN ON SUNDAYS

Meet the author and hear the stories behind the book. This month:

Dennis Glover, The Last Man in Europe. The Warehouse 36 Fraser St, Clunes

SUN 15 APR 2:30pm

THE MILESTONE SERIES

Carl Lakeland will launch the first of two volumes in the MILESTONE Series. Eagle Shield & Project Amber will make their debut in this thriller eight-part sequence.

The Printers Room, Sebastiaans 60 Lydiard St Nth

MON 16 APR 8 – 9pm

NO LIGHTS NO LYCRA

A bi-monthly one-hour endorphinpumping dance party in the dark.

Victorian Railways Institute Hall Cnr Lydiard St Nth & Nolan St

THU 19 APR 7pm

WORDS OUT LOUD

The Printers Room, Sebastiaans 60 Lydiard St Nth

SAT 21 APR 11am – 5pm

PYRENEES UNEARTHED

WINE + FOOD FESTIVAL

A fun filled day for all. Enjoy an afternoon of fabulous local produce, live music and wines by the glass.

Tix: pyreneesunearthedfestival.com.au

Avoca Riverflats Dundas St, Avoca

EXPO

MARKET

SUN 22 APR 10am – 3pm

BALLARAT’S LIFESTYLE & WELLBEING MARKET

Alternative healing, healthy fresh produce, music, fun, massage, psychics, hand-made products, all from local areas in Ballarat.

Victorian Railways Institute Hall Cnr Lydiard St Nth & Nolan St

SUN 22 APR 11am

THE ARTS APOTHECARY

Daylesford-based author Jill Rivers considers the potential of arts & culture to offer joy, hope and possibility to all people. She contends that by participating in arts and culture, you tap into a little-known strategic resource that can enhance and prolong life and make changes in the world.

Art Gallery of Ballarat

SUN 22 APR 2pm

FINDING ELIZA

Heather Whitford Roche has written a historical coming of age story set in the 1920s, where a boy from Castlemaine discovers he is adopted and that his birth father is Chinese.

Majorca Hall 332 Talbot Rd, Majorca

MON 23 APR 2pm

THE VICTORIA CROSS: AUSTRALIA REMEMBERS

Hear the stories behind the stories of Australia's 100 Victoria Cross recipients, from author Michael C. Madden.

Midlands RSL Sports & Services Club 330 Heinz Lane, Invermay Park

WED 25 APR 7pm

WORD BANQUET

Read and/or listen to a different form of words each month (yours or someone else’s): themed poetry, prose, plays etc.

Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute

SAT 28 APR 9am – 12pm

TOUR

HIDDEN TREASURES WALKING TOUR

A fun filled journey through Ballarat's streets and laneways to discover art, quirky & unique gifts, fashion, craft, coffee & food + fun facts along the way.

Tix: hattieandthewolf.com.au

SAT 28 APR 7:30pm

THE PRICE IS WRONG

A hilarious and quite naughty night of trivia, games, music, audience participation & prizes with daggy 70s style hosts Freddie Fandango & Adriana Obscenities. The Cabaret Club

SUN 29 APR 8am – 6pm

EUGENE VON GUÉRARD

WESTERN DISTRICT BUS TRIP

Join exhibition curator Dr Ruth Pullin and follow the footsteps of Eugene von Guérard in the Western District, visiting some key properties and sites around Derrinallum and Camperdown, with morning tea on Mount Elephant and lunch in a woolshed.

Bookings: artgalleryofballarat.com.au

Bus leaves from Ballarat Library

178 Doveton St Nth

MARKETS

Discover the very best fresh food and produce and buy direct from local farmers and producers. Join the slow food revolution and you’ll see why foodies only source their ingredients from local farmers markets.

BALLARAT MARKET

SUNDAYS 8am – 1pm

Ballarat Showgrounds

Cnr Creswick Rd & Howitt St

BRIDGE MALL FARMERS MARKET

SAT 7 APR 9am – 1pm

Bridge Mall

BEAUFORT MARKET

SAT 7 APR 9am – 1pm

Memorial Park, Beaufort (50km from Ballarat)

DAYLESFORD FARMERS MARKET

SAT 7 APR 9am – 1pm

Daylesford Primary School (45km from Ballarat)

CLUNES FARMERS MARKET

SUN 8 APR 9am – 1pm

Fraser St, Clunes (35km from Ballarat)

BALLAN FARMERS MARKET

SAT 14 APR 9am – 1pm 96 Inglis St, Ballan (39km from Ballarat)

BALLARAT FARMERS MARKET

SAT 14 & 28 APR 9am – 1pm

Wendouree Pde (opp. Botanical Gardens)

TALBOT FARMERS MARKET

SUN 15 APR 9am – 1pm

Scandinavian Cres, Talbot (52km from Ballarat)

CRESWICK MARKET

SAT 21 APR 9am – 1pm

Victoria St, Creswick (18km from Ballarat)

SMYTHESDALE COUNTRY MARKET

SAT 21 APR 9am – 1pm

Brooke St, Smythesdale (19km from Ballarat)