Best of Ballarat – May 2017

What’s On Guide

BEST BALLARAT of

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19 AUGUST – 17 SEPTEMBER

Featuring an Australian exclusive DAVID LACHAPELLE at the Art Gallery of Ballarat

Tickets: ballaratfoto.org

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David LaChapelle, Can You Help Us?, 2005

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. You’d be forgiven for thinking you’re in Europe.

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!!

Antique Postcard: Sturt Street, Ballarat Town Hall © Image courtesy The Gold Museum victoriancollections.net.au

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.

Craig’s Royal Hotel

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

Tue-Sat 12pm til late

33 Armstrong St Nth 5331 9444

Aroma of India

North Indian Cuisine dine-in (BYO) & takeaway ($30 min.) Free rice with every curry.

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

Mon-Fri: Lunch 12-2.30pm, Dinner 5-10pm

Sat & Sun: Dinner only 5-10pm

432 Sturt St

5340 0844

aromaofindia.com.au

Meigas Map1B3

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Hop Temple is the place to eat, drink & 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 & nice sweet things. The prices are low, & the service is friendly. A great escape from daily pressures, recommended by a large, loyal following of satisfied customers.

Open 7 Days 8am – 4pm

2A Lydiard St Sth

Ballarista

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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

Serving premium Genovese coffee together with delicious homemade meals and snacks, Craig’s Larder is ideal for express service or a relaxing brunch with great coffee.

Mon-Fri 8am – 6pm

Sat-Sun 9am – 6pm

10 Lydiard St Sth 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 12 – 5pm

11A Michaels Drive

Alfredton 5332 0723

redduckbeer.com.au

Red Duck Micro-Brewery Map2A7

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Craig’s Cafe & Larder Map1D5

Ballarat’s original gastropub and craft beer destination. Open until 1am on weekends. Outdoor area with ping pong & lounge with fireplace. Happy hour every day until 6pm and all day Sunday. Trivia Wednesdays, cheap meals Thursdays. Open Wed-Sun.

20 Skipton St

5331 1073

themallow.com.au

The Brewery & Bar is a destination for beer lovers and dreamers. Try all 5 styles while relaxing in our comfortable couches. The brewery and beer is hand made with passion. Open Friday, Saturday & Sunday or by appointment.

884 Humffray St Sth

Mount Pleasant

cubbyhausbrewing.com.au

The Mallow Map2F5

Photo: Deon Mackay

Cubby Haus Brewing Map2E7

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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 & service. Lunch & Dinner

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

themunsterarmshotel.com.au

10 Victoria St

Bakery Hill

5332 2323

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. Open 7 days.

47 Mair St 5332 7031

athleticclubbrewery.com.au

Munster Arms Hotel Map1J5

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Carboni’s Italian Kitchen

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.

MON-FRI 11 – 3 / 5 – 9

SAT-SUN 8 – 3 / 5 – 9

152 Eureka St 5331 2184 carbonis.com.au

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)

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Billy’s Bistro & Bar Map2H7

AT MERCURE BALLARAT

Sweet Fern

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 too. Ballarat’s local shopkeepers bring colour to our streets in the form of beautifully curated spaces. Pay them a visit and you’re certain to take home something special and unique.

Barbarona & Vintagy

Sweet Fern is a treasure trove of luxurious fragrances, exclusive perfumes & the complete Aesop collection in the heart of Ballarat. A unique & contemporary perfumery which celebrates the artisanal, the unique & whimsical.

114 Armstrong St Sth

5332 9297

sweetfern.com.au

Two businesses in one spot. Barbarona and Vintagy stock a large array of vintage and pre-loved clothing & accessories plus fancy dress hire. Located in a vintage shopping strip just off the Bridge Mall.

Tue-Fri 10 - 5, Sat 10 - 3

20 Main Rd

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Barbarona Vintagy

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 33

studiogasballarat.com

Try & Guess

An enchanting gift & homeware store right in the heart of Ballarat, Try & Guess proudly stocks local, Australian & Fair Trade delights, whilst giving back to the local community. Simply beautiful! Open Mon-Sat.

332 Sturt St

5331 9202

tryguess.com.au

Bridge Mall

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Artists & artisan hand made local products, gifts & souvenirs from Ballarat and across Australia. Supporting the Biennale of Australian Art (Ballarat 2018).

Open 7 Days 11am - 4pm

115 Armstrong St Nth boaa.net.au

Remarkable Vintage and Antiques housed in a romantic 1860’s store in the other world, other time, village of Clunes.

Sat, Sun & Holidays 11am - 5pm

33 Fraser St, Clunes

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BOAA MERCH Showroom

BOAA is the Biennale of Australian Art, a six week festival of visual art planned for Ballarat, Sep 21- Nov 6 2018. See website for details & sponsorship opportunities.

BOAA Industries is the revenue raising arm of BOAA. All profits go towards making BOAA a Goer.

BOAA Learn One Day Master Classes

Welding for sculpture

Sand Casting

Collecting ArtLuncheon Series

See website for dates

BOAA Merch Artist made gifts and souvenirs

Open 7 days 11am - 4pm Online shop now open

27 MAY 7-12pm (Gold Coin Donation)

Winter Magic PARTY AT BOAA HQ

BOAA Fundraiser Contina Bar +Food Music & Dancing Special Guests Everyone Welcome

BOAA Contina Pop-up container bar & café available for exhibitions, events, private functions & festivals

BOAA Skills Arts and culture consulting, Curatorial and collection advice

Open 7 days 11am - 4pm 115 Armstrong Street North BALLARAT ellie@boaa.net.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!

Eerie Ghost Tours - Ararat Lunatic Asylum

Espionage will test your mental strength as you solve a series of puzzles in order to be victorious and thwart the evils within. Pick a team of 2-5 people and test yourselves out to solve the puzzle within 60 minutes. Open every day.

2nd Floor, 19 Albert St 0411 491 008

escapadepuzzle.com.au

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

Cuthberts 939, opulently refurbished in 1940s style for private charter as an exclusive function tram. Fully equipped, heated & air-conditioned ready to transport your guests along the shores of Lake Wendouree and Ballarat Botanical Gardens.

CHARTER BOOKINGS: 5334 1580

bookings@btm.org.au

cuthberts939.com.au

EERIE TOURS BALLARAT

ARADALE GHOST TOURS ARARAT Ararat Lunatic Asylum

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

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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 eerietours.com.au

Ballarat Heritage Tours

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Discover the City Built by Gold. Join Ballarat Heritage Tours on a guided walking tour of historic downtown Ballarat. True tales of rebellion, tragedy and triumph, set against Ballarat’s fine Victorian streetscapes.

1300 961 153 ballaratheritagetours.com.au

Ballarat Heritage Tours

The historic gym of the WW2 RAAF base is the home, museum and workshop for a volunteer group dedicated to the restoration of an RAAF Avro Anson. See displays of uniforms, aircraft radios, memorabilia, artifacts, aircraft models and early aviation history. Open weekends 1 – 5pm

Ballarat Airfield, Airport Rd 5332 4651

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Ballarat Heritage Weekend

Original Eureka flag at M.A.D.E Museum of Australian Democracy at Eureka

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.

Jacqui Stockdale, ‘Man of Quinn’, 2016 (detail) Taking the Myth - The Lost Ones Contemporary Art Gallery

The Lost Ones

Contemporary Art Gallery

Art Gallery of Ballarat Map1D3

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

DAMP, The White Lady, 2016 GNAP17 - Art Gallery of Ballarat Image by Matt Stanton

Huyghue House 15 Camp Street

Alfred Deakin Place

Kinetic Robotic Mechanic

Ismiadi

Alex Sanson

Trefor Prest

Cameron Ross

Cake Industries

Christopher Pendlebury

Open Thurs-Sunday 12-4pm

FI GU RATI VE D RA WING S

Alison Shirley

Susan Nethercote

Open Thurs-Sunday 12-4pm

Life & Portrait Drawing students

Lake Esmond Botanical Park Viewing 24/7

Hannah May French

Unicorn Lane, Sturt Street, Ballarat Viewing 24/7

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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!

Ballarat Apron Festival

EXHIBITIONS

UNTIL 12 MAY NATURE VERSUS NURTURE

Holly Anne Baker & Brendan Cooper

Urban Landscape versus the Natural Landscape. A reflection on the importance and beauty that is found in each of the different settings. It is with the urban landscape that Holly has sought to represent selected buildings of Ballarat, where Brendan has looked at the natural environment in Ballarat and surrounding areas (as far out as Ballan).

RAT Gallery @ Ballarista, 2A Lydiard St Sth

UNTIL 14

MAY

GUIRGUIS NEW ART PRIZE 2017

A $20,000 national, acquisitive, biennial, contemporary Art Prize, showcasing a selection of Australia’s most exciting contemporary artists. Artist talk 5:30pm @ Art Gallery of Ballarat: Wed 10 May - Natasha Johns-Messenger

Art Gallery of Ballarat 40 Lydiard St Nth & Post Office Gallery Federation University Australia, Cnr Sturt & Lydiard Sts

UNTIL 15 MAY

SIDNEY NOLAN, ARTHUR

BOYD

& JAMIE BOYD THE PRODIGAL SON & MORE

Exciting collection of works by Arthur Boyd, Sidney Nolan & Jamie Boyd, including a series of etchings ‘The Prodigal Son‘ that revisit the series that were created for murals now in the NGA, Canberra. Gallery on Sturt 421 Sturt St

UNTIL 28 MAY

TAKING THE MYTH GROUP SHOW

On the occasion of Ballarat’s annual Heritage celebrations, we are taking stock of how heritage is represented by some of Australia’s leading artists: Tony Albert, Marlene Gilson, Sue Kneebone, Pitcha Makin Fellas, Rodney Pople, Joan Ross & Jacqui Stockdale. This show coincides with a special screening of Kate Grenville’s ‘Secret River’, opened by producer Stephen Luby, Sat 27 May at 7pm. Book online: thelostones.com.au

The Lost Ones Contemporary Art Gallery

14 Camp St

UNTIL 28 MAY

HAROLD FREEDMAN: ARTIST FOR THE PEOPLE

Melbourne-born artist and illustrator Harold Freedman, who was appointed the only State Artist of Victoria. He worked as a freelance illustrator and cartoonist, war artist in WWII, produced major mural commissions and posters for the Victorian Railways. Art Gallery of Ballarat 40 Lydiard St Nth

2 – 31 MAY

DRAWINGS

Drawings by Hannah May French

Unicorn Lane Gallery (viewing 24/7)

Laneway next to The Unicorn, 131 Sturt St

3 – 31 MAY

FIGURATIVE DRAWINGS

Works by AGB life & portrait drawing students

ContainART Mobile Gallery (viewing 24/7)

Lake Esmond Botanical Park, Larter St, Canadian

4 – 21 MAY

MOMENTUM KINETIC, ROBOTIC, MECHANIC Group show by guest curator Kiri Smart. Works in all mediums created by Ismiadi, Alex Sanson, Trefor Prest, Cameron Ross, Cake Industries and Christopher Pendlebury. Backspace Gallery

Huyghue House, 15 Camp St

13 – 28 MAY

SHAC ART WALK 2017

Soldiers Hill Artist Collective (SHAC) presents the 2017 self-guided Art Walk through the streets of Soldiers Hill. Fourteen artists exhibiting painting, printmaking, ceramic sculptures, mixed media, installation, fibre art, digital painting and photography. Map available at Minerva’s Books, Art Gallery of Ballarat, Ballarat Visitor Information Centre, cafes in Soldiers Hill or online.

Opening Launch: Thu 11 May 7pm at Seymour’s 302 Lydiard St Nth shacballarat.com.au

13 MAY – 2 JUN

LOST ON PURPOSE: JIMI GREGG

‘Lost on purpose’ is a collection of small scale drawings, each a peek into an unknown space, each an arrangement of the familiar and unfamiliar. Being ‘lost on purpose’ is putting myself somewhere new, somewhere different, somewhere inspiring.

RAT Gallery @ Ballarista, 2A Lydiard St Sth

13 MAY – 11 JUN

PETER BLENKIRON: PUTTING THE PIECES OF THE SELF TOGETHER ONE MOMENT AT A TIME

Ballarat Child Abuse Survivor and advocate Peter Blenkiron has described himself as a damaged man, working full-time to find healing from the abuse he suffered at the hands of a St Patrick’s College Christian Brother when he was eleven years old. Capturing his journey of healing through the lens of a smart phone, this photographic diary offers rare insight into his inner world.

Art Gallery of Ballarat 40 Lydiard St Nth

25 MAY – 11 JUN

NATURE’S ABSTRACT

Paintings & photography by Alison Shirley & Susan Nethercote

Backspace Gallery

Huyghue House, 15 Camp St

27 MAY – 16 JUL SQUATTERS & SAVAGES

Peter Waples-Crowe and Megan Evans reflect on both colonisers and Indigenous people in a creative re-imagining, responding to colonial images in the Gallery’s collection. Waples-Crowe is Ngarigo and reflects on the representation of Aboriginal people in popular culture. Evans of Scottish, Irish Welsh heritage, born on Wurundjerri land, examines the role of her ancestors in the brutal history of this country.

Artist talk Wed 31 May, 5:30pm

Art Gallery of Ballarat 40 Lydiard St Nth

EXHIBITIONS THROUGHOUT MAY

CHINESE FORTUNES

Exploring the individual stories of early Chinese Australians – business people, traders, miners, gardeners, herbalists, detectives, interpreters, entertainers, publicans – and the rich diversity of Chinese Australian history leading up to Federation.

M.A.D.E Museum of Australian Democracy at Eureka 102 Stawell St Sth

THE DOCTOR BLAKE MYSTERIES EXHIBITION

Get up close to the props, costumes, photography and sets that bring The Doctor Blake Mysteries to life. Step into the Doctor’s lounge or waiting room. Gold Museum Bradshaw St

HANKIES & THEIR STORIES

A showcase of Handkerchiefs from Hankie lovers in our community (and Sir Robert Menzies) with stories of how they were acquired & loved.

Little Square’s Garage 81A Humffray St Nth

LOCAL ARTISTS

Rotating works by local Ballarat artists

The Unicorn 131 Sturt St

MACSPACE GALLERY

Rotating works by local Ballarat artists

Macspace Gallery @ Radmac 110 Armstrong St Sth

PAINTINGS

Robyn Kittelty-Redman’s students

Blue Artz Gallery & café 1039 Howitt St, Wendouree

LOCAL ARTISTS

Local and regional artists including new works by Mardi Featherston.

Gallery on Sturt 421 Sturt St

Harold Freedman: Artist for the People

EXHIBITIONS

27 & 28 MAY

FASHIONS THROUGH TIME

A display of 50’s glamour from foundation to a night at the ball. Sat & Sun 10am - 5pm Mining Exchange, Lydiard Street Nth

REDS UNDER THE BED

Politics through history has tried to divide people with the fear of the ‘other.’

Sat & Sun 10am - 5pm

Trades Hall, 24 Camp St

ODDBOD: MYSTERIES IN MOTION

Projected animations of mysterious oddities in a secret room in the old Post Office Building. Sat & Sun 10am - 4pm (enter via Lydiard St Nth)

Fed Uni Post Office Building

BALLARAT APRON FESTIVAL

A Day in the Life of an Apron in the 1950s

Vintage & modern apron displays, ABC Costume Collection & Doctor Blake Mysteries. Sat 10am - 5pm, Sun 10am - 4pm

St Patrick’s Church Hall Dawson St Sth

BEERS THROUGH THE YEARS

Explore Ballarat’s history of brewing, breweries and hotels. Sat & Sun 10am - 5pm

Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute

HERITAGE EXPO

Exhibitions from The National Trust, Ballarat Historical Society, the City of Ballarat’s archives and more! Upstairs in the old dance hall. Ballarat Town Hall 10am - 5pm

A weekend packed with events, tours & intriguing discoveries...

Pick up a copy of the Ballarat Heritage Weekend Program at The Mining Exchange - get info, book tickets & go exploring!

heritageweekend.com.au

3 - 24 MAY 6-9pm

LIFE DRAWING:

CREATIVE CHALLENGES & COSTUMES

Structured classes for beginners to experienced. Creative challenges including the use of projections, light/dark, costumes & wide range of models. Materials supplied or BYO.

SAT 6 MAY 2-5pm

DRAWING MASTERCLASS WITH NIC PLOWMAN

Linear & tonal approaches to life drawing with demonstrations & practical exercises to build knowledge and confidence.

SAT 13 MAY 2-5pm

POETRY LAB WITH JOHN ELDER

Turn the world into poetry, and see poetry in the world - and reclaim some of the freshness of vision from childhood.

SAT 20 MAY 2-4pm

BLEND YOUR OWN HERBAL TISANE WITH COTTAGE HERBALIST, CAROLINE PARKER

Holistic health expert, and tea-drinker, Caroline Parker shares the benefits of the craft of blending and creating healthful and delicious herbal teas. Share in her wisdom and build your own blend of teas.

SAT 27 MAY 2-5pm

TV PRODUCTION MASTERCLASS

WITH EXECUTIVE PRODUCER, STEPHEN LUBY

Stephen Luby, producer of The Secret River, takes you through the process required to produce screen content for film, television or on-line in the context of the Australian industry.

ART GALLERY OF BALLARAT

artgalleryofballarat.com.au 5320 5858

SAT 13 MAY 10am – 4pm PORTRAITURE WITH DANIEL BUTTERWORTH

Archibald Prize finalist Dan Butterworth is a figurative artist who paints both oil on canvas and oil on paper. The majority of his work is made up of images of himself, with which he relays social, political and personal feelings. In this one-day workshop, he introduces his methods and techniques, before guiding you in the creation of your own portrait. His aim is provide you with information, techniques and thoughts you can incorporate in your own way of creating.

ONGOING WORKSHOPS:

• 8 WEEK PORTRAIT DRAWING CLASSES

• 8 WEEK LIFE DRAWING CLASSES

• AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS

• EARLY START: ART TO GROW UP WITH Please check the website for workshop details, start dates and times. artgalleryofballarat.com.au

SUN 7 MAY 11am - 3pm

BUYING & COLLECTING ORIGINAL ART

TUTOR: JULIE COLLINS

A one day session on buying original art. Where to look, who to trust and how to build a collection. Remember it only takes one piece of art to start a collection. This fun and informative session includes lunch and wine in a casual atmosphere.

SAT 20 MAY One-day Master Class 1-6pm

ALUMINIUM SAND CASTING

TUTOR: JULIE COLLINS

Join a small group in learning the basics of foundry sculpture. Students will learn about the foundry process and have the opportunity to create forms that will be cast into aluminium.

SUN 21 MAY One-day Master Class 1-6pm

WELDING FOR SCULPTURE

TUTOR: DEREK JOHN

A fun one-day course to learn the basics of MIG welding to make steel sculpture. This course caters for beginners. All materials & safety equipment supplied.

FED UNI SHORT COURSES federation.edu.au

3 - 31 MAY (5 weeks) Wed 6:30 - 8:30pm

ADOBE CREATIVE SUITE

SHORT COURSE

WORKSHOPS LEAD BY ARTS ACADEMY STAFF

A great overview of the main components of the Adobe Creative Suite: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and how they work together. Perfect for people interested in using the entire suite that are not sure where to begin.

Fed Uni Arts Academy - Camp St Campus Places strictly limited: eventbrite.com.au

SUN 28 MAY 2pm

PERFUME MASTERCLASS & HIGH TEA

Spend the afternoon indulging your senses with this brand new package from Sweet Fern Fragrance Boutique and Craig’s Royal Hotel. Explore the world of boutique fragrances with a perfume masterclass, then head to Craig’s for a classic High Tea experience. Sweet Fern

Bookings: sweetfern.com.au 5332 9297

BOAA LEARN boaa.net.au

VENUES

Art Gallery of Ballarat

40 Lydiard St Nth 5320 5858 • artgalleryofballarat.com.au

Babushka

59 Humffray St Nth

5331 8459 • babushkalounge.com

Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute

117 Sturt St 5331 3042 • ballaratmi.org.au

Ballarat Jazz Club

Ballarat Golf Club, 1800 Sturt St

Bookings 0456 689 123 ballaratjazzclub.weebly.com

Ballarat Mining Exchange

12 Lydiard St Nth

5333 5888

Courthouse Theatre

Cnr Armstrong St Sth & Grant St

Her Majesty’s

17 Lydiard St Sth

5333 5888 • hermaj.com

Hop Temple

Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute

Image: YumStudio

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

Regent Cinemas

49 Lydiard St Nth 5330 5555 regententertainment.com.au

Suttons House of Music

31 Sturt St 5333 4393 • suttonshouseofmusic.com.au

The Eastern

81 Humffray St Nth

The Lane

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

Wendouree Centre for Performing Arts

1220 Howitt St, Wendouree 5338 0980 • wcpa.com.au 0476 906 914 • facebook.com/easternballarat

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.

LIVE

WED 3 MAY 8pm

ALI BARTER

Support: IV LEAGUE

Karova Lounge

FRI 5 MAY

DEATH BY STEREO (US)

Supports: WOLFPACK, GOOD TIME

AUSSIE BOGOLARS, THE SECOND SEX, NORTHWOOD

The Eastern

FRI 5 MAY 8:30pm

TRAVELLING COMPANIONS

Suttons House of Music

FRI 5 MAY

ADAM CAMERON 6pm

UNTAPPED 9:30pm

The Lane at The George Hotel

FRI 5 MAY 9:45pm

REGULAR BOYS

Irish Murphy’s

SAT 6 MAY 9am - 1pm

LOCAL MUSOS & BUSKERS

Bridge Mall Farmers Market

SAT 6 MAY 9pm

SET MO

Karova Lounge

SAT 6 MAY

LIME LAGOONS, DEWEY & THE PANEL BEATERS, JAMES

RAMSAY

The Eastern

SAT 6 MAY 8:30pm

DIESEL AMERICANA

Suttons House of Music

SAT 6 MAY 9:30pm

BRODIE GLEN

The Lane at The George Hotel

SAT 6 MAY 9:45pm

BITTERSWEET

Irish Murphy’s

SUN 7 MAY 2:30pm

PIANO FOR PLEASURE

CONCERT 2

Art Gallery of Ballarat

SUN 7 MAY 1pm

KAILEE O’BIERNE

Hop Temple

SUN 7 MAY 3pm

CELTIC JAM SESSION

Irish Murphy’s

WED 10 MAY 7pm

SHADOW FEET

The Munster Arms Hotel

THU 11 MAY 7:30pm

GRIGORYAN BROTHERS

Australia’s finest guitar duo

Art Gallery of Ballarat

THU 11 MAY 8pm

NORTHLANE

Supports: HANDS LIKE HOUSES, VOID OF VISION, WINFIELD

Karova Lounge

FRI 12 MAY 7:30pm

MY LEONARD COHEN

Wendouree Centre for Performing Arts

FRI 12 MAY

DRUNK MUMS, TSUGNARLY, ELECTRIC MUD

The Eastern

FRI 12 MAY 8:30pm

FELIX RIEBL (of Cat Empire)

Suttons House of Music

FRI 12 MAY

TROY ELLIOT 6pm

STEFAN WALTERSSON 9:30pm

The Lane at The George Hotel

FRI 12 MAY 9:45pm

RED DUST

Irish Murphy’s

SAT 13 MAY 7:30pm

DON HUNTLEY MEMORIAL PIANO

RECITAL: CAROLINE ALMONTE

Wendouree Centre for Performing Arts

SAT 13 MAY

ROCKY RAVIC, WITCHES CHILD

The Eastern

SAT 13 MAY 8pm

HORRIS GREEN

Supports: DEWEY & THE PANEL

BEATERS, TRUCKS, ELECTRIC MUD, KUCHI KOPI, WAX NOMADS

Karova Lounge

SAT 13 MAY 8pm

LILY & KING

Suttons House of Music

SAT 13 MAY 9:30pm

DAVID ANDERSON

The Lane at The George Hotel

SAT 13 MAY 9:45pm

MISSBEHAVIN’

Irish Murphy’s

SUN 14 MAY 1pm

ZEEBZ VS MISS VITULA

Hop Temple

SUN 14 MAY 3pm

TESSA MARSHALL

MOTHER’S DAY MUSIC CONCERT

Ballarat Trades Hall 24 Camp St

SUN 14 MAY 3pm

MATTY CHAPS - Mother’s Day

Irish Murphy’s

FRI 19 MAY

DEAD

The Eastern

FRI 19 MAY 8pm

ULTRAFOX

Suttons House of Music

FRI 19 MAY

KAILEE O’BIERNE 6pm

UNTAPPED 9:30pm

The Lane at The George Hotel

FRI 19 MAY 9:45pm

ANDREW WALLACE BAND

Irish Murphy’s

SAT 20 MAY 8:30pm

MICK THOMAS

Suttons House of Music

SAT 20 MAY

PRIMITIVE CALCULATORS, DRUG SWEAT, SPOTTING

The Eastern

SAT 20 MAY 9:30pm

BRODIE GLEN

The Lane at The George Hotel

SAT 20 MAY 9:45pm

ROTHSCHILD

Irish Murphy’s

SUN 21 MAY 1pm

KIERAN TOBIN

Hop Temple

SUN 21 MAY 7:30pm

SETH SENTRY

Karova Lounge

SUN 21 MAY 3pm

CELTIC JAM SESSION

Irish Murphy’s

WED 24 MAY 7pm

SHADOW FEET

The Munster Arms Hotel

FRI 26 MAY 9:45pm

CHASING MOJO

Irish Murphy’s

FRI 26 MAY 7:30pm

AN INTIMATE EVENING WITH DAVID HOBSON

Her Majesty’s

FRI 26 MAY

WRONG TURN, PREHISTORIC DOUCHE, HARVEST SMOKE

The Eastern

FRI 26 MAY

MG 6pm

JESSE ZAHRA 9:30pm

The Lane at The George Hotel

SAT 27 MAY 10am - 5pm

BRASS BANDS ON THE BALCONY

George Hotel Balcony

SAT 27 MAY

WINTER’S EVE FEST: HOLY SERPENT, EL COLOSSO, MERCHANT, FIELD, SWIDGEN, BØG, MOTHERSLUG, AGONHYMN, WITCHES CHILD

The Eastern

SAT 27 MAY 8pm

WENDY RULE & MATT MALONE

Babushka

SAT 27 MAY 9:30pm

LIVE MUSIC

The Lane at The George Hotel

SAT 27 MAY 9:45pm

3 ON THE TREE

Irish Murphy’s

SUN 28 MAY 10am - 5pm

BRASS BANDS ON THE BALCONY

George Hotel Balcony

SUN 28 MAY 1pm

LIVE MUSIC

Hop Temple

SUN 28 MAY 1-4pm

BALLARAT HIGH PERF. ARTS

Ballarat Jazz Club

SUN 28 MAY 2:30pm

LOVE UNTAMED: SONGS FROM THE WILD SIDE

Art Gallery of Ballarat

SUN 28 MAY 3pm

CELTIC JAM SESSION

Irish Murphy’s

THEATRE

11 - 13 MAY

WORLD SIDESHOW FESTIVAL

Presented by Shep Huntly

This is one festival you don’t want to miss! A celebration of postmodern sideshow and the most unusual entertainment on the planet. Witness international sideshow royalty The Headmaster from Norway and the world’s greatest sideshow comedy magic act The Monsters of Schlock from Canada. The League of Sideshow Superstars return with a new cast and an explosion of girl power in The Wild Women of Sideshow starring Tweedle Needle from Holland. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute

Get your tickets fast: worldsideshowfestival.com

11 - 21 MAY

WICKED: THE UNTOLD STORY OF THE WITCHES OF OZ

Presented by BLOC Music Theatre

Based on Gregory Maguire’s novel, with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz, Wicked tells the story of a friendship that develops between two women and how they became the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good. Her Majesty’s

The Play, The Book, The Exhibition

12 & 13 MAY 8PM (for 9pm start)

CRAIGS ROYAL HOTEL BALLARAT

Tickets: trybooking.com

www.thelaudanumproject.net

Emma J Hawkins

World Sideshow Festival

Amy Cater Photography

WORLD SIDESHOW FESTIVAL

Evening shows not suitable for children WSF17

Tickets:

12 & 13 MAY 8pm for a 9pm start

THE BABY FARMER

Presented by The Laudanum Project

Set against the backdrop of London’s East End in the 1870s, this one act play explores the isolation and spiraling madness surrounding six year old Agatha May and her mentally ill mother Winnifred Alcorn. The Laudanum Project have conjured up a somber meditation on destiny, lost innocence and the nature of evil, that blurs the lines between dreams and reality and whispers to the madness that hides within all of us. Tickets: trybooking.com

Craig’s Royal Hotel Cellar

SAT 13 MAY 2pm

SILLY CIRCUS SIDESHOW

Presented by World Sideshow Festival

Especially for children & kids at heart...with nothing scary! Featuring Sideshow Pat from Circus in a Suitcase & Our Story, Ruby Rubberlegs, Australia’s funniest contortionist and David Splatt’s beautiful puppet show & amazing flea circus. There might even be a special guest appearance by Dr Hubble, the Master of Bubbles! Brilliant tricks and laughs guaranteed! Tickets: worldsideshowfestival.com

Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute

27 & 28 MAY

RARE BOOKS & MYSTERIOUS STORIES

Stories of Ballarat’s past; her spirits, spooks, charlatans & hopeful monsters. FREE Ballaarat Mechanics’ Insitute 10am & 12pm

LIVE FROM THE MUSIC HALL ROYALE

A SING-A-LONG EXTRAVAGANZA!

Interactive, audience-involved tribute to Music Hall traditions with slapstick and comedy. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Insitute 2pm FREE

RADIO PLAY LIVE!

Presented by Ballarat National Theatre

An exciting radio mystery before your very eyes from the classic days of wireless radio dramas. Art Gallery of Ballarat 11am, 1pm & 3pm

THE MYSTERY OF CAPTAIN MOONLITE

Family friendly musical - the true story of Captain Moonlite, a young bushranger behind the only known escape from Ballarat Gaol. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Insitute 11am FREE

THE SPIRIT LEVEL OR THE STRANGE CASE OF AGATHA BANKS

Australian premiere of a new opera created especially for Ballarat Heritage Weekend 2017. Her Majesty’s 10am & 3pm FREE

A VICTORIAN SEANCE A traditional Victorian séance - watch a medium attempt to contact the departed & raise the spirit of Ned Kelly. (Ages 12+) 11 - 4pm on the hour (20 mins)

Craig’s Royal Hotel Cellar Lydiard St Sth

Tix: Mining Exchange, eerietours.com.au

BODIES IN THE LAKE One hour mystery cruise on Lake Wendouree with stories of drownings, deaths & murders on the lake.

Departs: Mooring opp. Lake View Hotel

Tickets: ballarattickets.com.au (Adults only)

DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER (Nudity 18+)

Funny burlesque & vaudeville variety romp through the golden age of secret agents & double-crossing dames. Sat 6pm Dinner + Show Sun 9:30pm Show Only Suttons House of Music Sturt St Tix: suttonshouseofmusic.com.au

MORE TO DO

MON 1 MAY 8 – 9pm

NO LIGHTS NO LYCRA

Victorian Railways Institute Hall

cnr Lydiard St Nth & Nolan St

FRI 5 MAY 7pm

TRIVIA

HISTORIC BALLARAT TRIVIA

NIGHT WITH MAX HARRIS

Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute

Tickets @ BMI library or 5331 3042

FRI 5 MAY 8pm

BALLARATCAT COMEDY

Ballarat’s own Comedy Club! Australia’s best comedians in the heart of Ballarat.

The Lounge @ The George Hotel

27 Lydiard St Nth

6 - 7 MAY

CLUNES BOOKTOWN FESTIVAL

The charming Goldfields village of Clunes is internationally recognised as a Booktown. It is a hub of ideas and the arts… along with a disproportionately high number of bookshops. Each year, an army of local volunteers and a small team of staff host the annual Clunes Booktown Festival, which attracts 18,000 people to enjoy the most amazing whole town bookshop in the world. Think author talks, workshops, live entertainment, a kids village and good food.

Program: clunesbooktown.com.au

TUE 9 MAY 12:30pm

LET’S TALK POETRY:

TED HUGHES

Art Gallery of Ballarat

WED 10 MAY 7pm

Ballarat Film Society presents CARBIDE & SORREL (East Germany)

Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute

Membership required ballaratfilmsociety.weebly.com

12 - 14 MAY

BALLARAT INTERNATIONAL HORSE TRIALS

Ballarat Pony Club Grounds

Crn Winter Str & Cedar Dr, Victoria Park vic.equestrian.org.au

MON 15 MAY 8 – 9pm

NO LIGHTS NO LYCRA

Victorian Railways Institute Hall cnr Lydiard St Nth & Nolan St

THU 18 MAY 7pm

WORDS OUT LOUD

Babushka

WED 24 MAY 5.30pm

ARTIST TALK: DAVID JACK

His fascinating career, including 13 years working with Harold Freedman

Art Gallery of Ballarat

WED 24 MAY 7:30pm

MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL COMEDY FESTIVAL ROADSHOW

Featuring an all-killer, no-filler cast of Australian stars, talented newcomers and international performers!

Her Majesty’s

THU 25 MAY 7:30pm

THE PRICE IS WRONG

LIVE GAMESHOW TRIVIA

Suttons House of Music

Pre-show Dinner Bookings 5333 4393

SAT 27 MAY 7pm

Special Screening of Kate Grenville’s THE SECRET RIVER

Opened by producer Stephen Luby Book online: thelostones.com.au

The Lost Ones Contemporary Art Gallery 14 Camp St

SAT 27 MAY 7-12pm

BOAA DARK WINTER MAGIC PARTY

BOAA Fundraiser: Contina Bar + Food, Music & Dancing + Special Guests

All Welcome (Gold Coin Donation Entry)

BOAA HQ 115 Armstrong St Nth

FESTIVAL

27 - 28 MAY

BALLARAT APRON FESTIVAL

A Day in the Life of an Apron in the 50s Featuring vintage & modern apron displays, embroidery workshops, art exhibits, face-painting, retro photobooth, heritage talks, café & Makers Market. See aprons from the ABC Costume Collection & Doctor Blake Mysteries. St Patrick’s Church Hall Dawson St Sth Sat 10am - 5pm, Sun 10am - 4pm

A weekend packed with events, tours & intriguing discoveries...

Pick up a copy of the Ballarat Heritage Weekend program at The Mining Exchange - get info, book tickets & go exploring!

Buninyong’s 25th Annual Film Festival is screening an exciting program of top-class films from around the world. Tickets & Program: buninyong.vic.au/filmfestival

FRI 26 MAY 7pm (Session 1)

TANNA Australia, Vanuatu Directors: Bentley Dean & Martin Butler Followed by Q&A Session with Bentley Dean

FRI 26 MAY 9:45pm (Session 2)

NEON BULL Brazil Director: Gabriel Mascaro

SAT 27 MAY 9am (Session 3)

THE SALESMAN Iran Director: Asghar Farhadi

SAT 27 MAY 11.30am (Session 4)

CINEMA MON AMOUR

Romania,CzechRepublic Director: Alexandru Belc

SAT 27 MAY 2:15pm (Session 5)

GIRL ASLEEP Australia Director: Rosemary Myers

SAT 27 MAY 4pm (Session 6)

THE CLAN Argentina Director: Pablo Trapero

SAT 27 MAY 8pm (Session 7)

THE DEATH & LIFE OF OTTO BLOOM

Australia Director: Cris Jones

Buninyong Town Hall Learmonth St, Buninyong

COMING JUNE/JULY 2017

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 6 MAY 9am – 1pm

Bridge Mall

BEAUFORT MARKET

SAT 6 MAY 9am – 1pm

Memorial Park, Beaufort (50km from Ballarat)

DAYLESFORD FARMERS MARKET

SAT 6 MAY 9am – 1pm

Daylesford Primary School (45km from Ballarat)

BALLAN FARMERS MARKET

SAT 13 MAY 9am – 1pm

96 Inglis St, Ballan (39km from Ballarat)

BALLARAT FARMERS MARKET

SAT 13 & 27 MAY 9am – 1pm

Wendouree Parade (opp. Botanical Gardens)

CLUNES FARMERS MARKET

SUN 14 MAY 9am – 1pm

Fraser St, Clunes (35km from Ballarat)

CRESWICK MARKET

SAT 20 MAY 9am – 1pm

Victoria St, Creswick (18km from Ballarat)

SMYTHESDALE COUNTRY MARKET

SAT 20 MAY 9am – 1pm

Brooke St, Smythesdale (19km from Ballarat)

TALBOT FARMERS MARKET

SUN 21 MAY 9am – 1pm

Scandinavian Cres, Talbot (52km from Ballarat)

BUNINYONG VILLAGE MARKET

SUN 28 MAY 9am – 1pm

Buninyong Town Hall - Market Square

Learmonth St (13km from Ballarat)