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Suburban Vibes set to rock Subiaco
Teischa CATCH HOME GROWN talent in iconic locations including laneways, galleries, bars, and unexpected places in October.
For eight nights in October, Suburban Vibes is hosting 25 artists in nine spaces in Subiaco, bringing their signature chilled and intimate style that has seen them sell out shows in Fremantle and across WA.
Launching the series, 15-year-old talent Mitchell Santiago will put on a free performance at the Subiaco Skate Park on October 8. The multiinstrumental star’s EP ‘Falling’ has had over 500,000 streams on Spotify as well as Triple J airplay.
Some of the must-see local talent includes indie/folk singer out of Margaret River, Duncan Saige; poetic singer/songwriter Helen Shanahan who returned to Perth last year from the UK; and the muchhyped Teischa with her smoky R&Binfused pop.
There’ll also be foot-stomping grooves from Ben Catley, emotional folk bangers from “electrician slash muso” Jordy Maxwell, and Jack Davies & The Bush Chooks launch their new EP ‘Shadows and the Sound of the Night’ at the Regal Theatre with special guest Nika Mo.
Suburban Vibes was started in 2016 and has been changing the way people experience live music ever since.
“Our first show came about when Nathan Hawes put a call out on his social media channels for someone to host an intimate backyard gig for 70 of his fans. We put our hands up and the next day opened our suburban backyard and home. We were blown away and wanted to do it all over again,” says founder Regan Grant.
With Suburban Vibes shows selling out in record time, Regan and her team have now expanded from backyards into larger spaces, but their backyard-hangs ethos remains.
Last year they organised a series of sold-out ‘Winter Warehouse’ shows at the Assembly Yard and have been hosting touring acts including Kim Churchill – “even with a crowd of 250, you could still hear a pin drop,” she says.
Subiaco is renowned for its eclectic architecture and multicultural dining scene, making it the ideal destination to host this exclusive music series. By day, it’s one of Perth’s most vibrant districts with a friendly, cosmopolitan atmosphere. By night, Subiaco becomes a hub of activity with locals and visitors flocking to its restaurants, pubs and clubs and theatres. SUBURBAN VIBES IN SUBIACO runs from October 8 to 16. Visit seesubiaco.com.au for more information.
Raise a glass at UnWined Subiaco
EVERYBODY’S FAVOURITE CELEBRATION of wine is heading back to Subiaco’s Market Square Park on October 23 and 24 for another great weekend of UnWined Subiaco.
The long-running event is back - and better than ever. Expect to discover 35-plus wineries, with your choice of over 200 wines to try and buy. Uncover the best of WA’s wine, beer, cider and spirits you wouldn’t normally have access to at a festival to celebrate WA's unique and boutique beverages, all in one place.
Buy a glass of wine, a brew or cocktail to enjoy on the picnic tables or rugs. Support local businesses by ordering your favourite bottles to top up your cellar, all while enjoying live music from the Music Gazebo and eating some of Perth’s best tapas. For something a little ‘extra’ you can upgrade and treat yourself in the VIP Club Lounge. It’s an exclusive retreat with Subiaco favourite, Cherubino Wine, Gage Roads beer and catering included.
There’s also the chance to update your wine knowledge at the Wine Theatre, and if you’re keen to make a day of it in Subiaco, plan some time at the event, then stay a while for lunch or dinner.
There are three sessions to choose from: Session 1 - Saturday, 23 October: 11.30am – 4.00pm Session 2 - Saturday, 23 October: 5.00pm – 9.30pm Session 3 - Sunday, 24 october: 12.00pm – 5.00pm General Ticket (18+) Pre-purchase - $33 for mini Plumm wine glass or $43 for a premium Plumm wine glass At the Gate - $35 and $45 VIP Club Lounge Tickets - $120 pre-purchase only Supervised children under 18 are free UNWINED SUBIACO, Market Square Park, Rokeby Road, Subiaco, October 23 and 24. Visit events. humanitix.com/unwined-subiaco or buy tickets at the gate on the day.
23 Railway Road, Subiaco, WA Ph: 9382 2208 www.calebspecialities.com.au calebspecialities
Don’t miss . . .
Haunting premier set to thrill
THE MULTI AWARD-WINNING team at Grey Lantern Productions is thrilled to present the Australian premier of stunning new show, Nevermore: The Imaginary Life and Mysterious Death of Edgar Allan Poe.
It’s a show like any other we’re promised, and may be a pre-Christmas treat for those who love tales of Gothic horror and mystery.
The original play is described variously as ‘dark and dazzling, bizarre and beautiful’. It’s a unique and wildly theatrical musical play combining haunting music, poetic storytelling, and stunning stagecraft to chronicle the fascinating and moving life story of iconic American writer Edgar Allan Poe, one of the world’s most famous and fascinating writers.
Nevermore blends fact and fiction to create a darkly immersive experience that is difficult to describe, but impossible to forget.
A literary rock star in his day, Poe struggled with tragedy and addiction, poverty and loss, yet produced some of the world’s most original, visionary and enduring literature before dying in unexplained circumstances at the age of 40.
At once gorgeous and grotesque, exploring the events that shaped Poe’s character and career and giving powerful expression to Poe’s words “all that we see or seem is but a dream within a dream.” NEVERMORE, Subiaco Arts Centre, Main Stage, December 1 to 4, recommended 15+. To book, visit ptt.wa.gov.au/venues/subiaco-arts-centre
Take a walk on the wine side
LOVE WINE? Then you’ll love this! Urban Wine Walk is the ultimate self-guided wine-tasting experience designed for groups of friends to enjoy on a Saturday afternoon without having to leave the city.
The streets of Subi will come alive this November as a line-up of Subiaco’s best bars and restaurants each transform into an urban cellar doors for you to visit on a self-guided wine trail.
If you’re wondering how it works, it’s as easy as
deciding which venue you’d like to start from and you’re off. Choose your own adventure as you and your friends enjoy an amazing afternoon at a hand-picked selection of local bars and restaurants while of course tasting amazing wines, thanks to an incredible line-up of West Australian winemakers.
To make things even easier there’s no bus to hop on or off (or miss, if you linger longer than you intended). As the name suggests, each venue is within easy walking distance of one other. So gather your friends – Urban Wine Walk is your newest (and funnest) day out. Stay tuned for Subiaco dates to be announced soon!
