Starting the seniors festival with a bang

Residents at Uniting Nareen Gardens at Bateau Bay will start the 2023 NSW Seniors Festival with a bang at a special drumming event on February 2.

Embracing the Celebrate Together theme, residents and guests will be making some noise led by InRhythm. This will be the first of several

Uniting events to celebrate the festival including a classic motorcycle show, a farm animal display, a mocktail afternoon and a visit from the SES to talk about flooding and bushfire safety at Nareen Gardens Lodge.

“InRhythm (have) been following the beat of their own drums and getting others to thrive through the power of rhythm for many years,” a spokesperson said.

“Drumming has been proven to reduce stress and alleviate pain, while keeping both the brain and body engaged.

“Residents and guests will have their own drum to bang on, and everyone will be encouraged to have a go, have a laugh, and get loud together.”

Source: Media release, Jan 31 Uniting Nareen Gardens

The lead role will be played by Cath Patterson, who was nominated for a City of Newcastle Drama Award for her performance.

Educating Rita, directed by AWGIE nominated Joshua Maxwell, is a heart-warming comedy about a working-class hairdresser who enrols in an Open University course in literature, and the friendship she forms with her tutor.

The lead roles of Rita and her tutor, Frank, will be played by Isabella O’Brien and John Czerniecki.

“We are thrilled to bring these two iconic plays to life on the

Red Tree Theatre stage,” Maxwell said.

“Both plays offer a fresh perspective on the human experience and will leave audiences feeling uplifted and inspired.”

Performances will begin on February 3 with tickets now on sale.

For more information and to buy tickets, visit www. eldersleefoundation.org.au or Red Tree Theatre’s social media pages.

Source: Media release, Jan 23 Jopuka Productions

It is well documented that staying social offers a real boost for the ageing body and brain and the Naughty Noodle Fun Haus is doing its bit to cater to that with a special show in honour of Seniors Week.

“The needs of our elders can be incredibly diverse and from the Naughty Noodle Fun Haus