Category: Live Music

Newtown is a truly diverse neighbourhood- and on this experience- you're going to see and taste a bit of everything! Perfect for dates- singles- all ages and locals who want a fun and unique experience.This tour includes 4 food stops- sampling some Newtown's many different multicultural cuisines. Cuisine options include Egyptian- Indian- Pakistani- Turkish- Thai- Japanese- 'Australian' (whatever that is) and more! Vegetarian and vegans are sorted too - Newtown is famous for its many vego-friendly restaurants.We'll also visit a popular brewery for a shared tasting paddle or a glass of craft beer.Along the way- you'll hear about Newtown's history- colourful characters and development- and discover some of the neighbourhood's best street art. Learn about some of the biggest names in Sydney's street art scene- their different styles and stories.This is a fun- relaxing and enjoyable way to spend your Friday evening or a Sunday afternoon- discovering new parts of Sydney. Even if you've lived in Sydney your whole life- we'll show you new places and tell you stories you've never head before - that's our promise.Now with free hand sanitiser and kangaroo-sized spacing (1.5m)

The 2020 edition of Polish Film Festival Sydney presents a range of contemporary and award-winning works from renowned and up and coming Polish filmmakers.The Festival opens with one of the most expensive Polish film productions of all time. THE LEGIONS by Dariusz Gajewski is an epic history drama that follows a love triangle set against the backdrop of the heroic struggle of Polish Legions to win independence from Tsarist Russia.Closing the Festival is the Australian premiere of CHARLATAN- a fascinating biographical drama by three time Oscar nominee Agnieszka Holland (Mr.Jones- Spoor- Europa Europa) of an exceptional Czech healer who cured thousands with plant-based remedies.Another highlight of the programme is the all-star VALLEY OF THE GODS from visionary director Lech Majewski- starring John Malkovich- Josh Harnett (Black Hawk Down)- Berenice Marlohe (Skyfall)- Keir Dullea (2001: A Space Odyssey) and John Rhys-Davies (Lord of the Rings trilogy). A cross between fantasy and sci-fi takes the viewers on a surreal journey between three interweaving stories to illustrate the clash between traditions of ancient civilizations and the modern high-tech world of the super rich.Brimming with jazz ICARUS. THE LEGEND OF MIETEK KOSZ by Maciej Pieprzyca (Life Feels Good) is a moving drama inspired by the true story of blind piano prodigy Mietek Kosz- starring the brilliant Dawid Ogrodnik with music by one of the most acclaimed Polish jazz pianists and music composers- Leszek Mozdzer.Also screening this year are two feature debuts from female directors. THE TASTE OF PHO by Japan born and Poland based Mariko Bobrik is a warm story of a Vietnamese cook living in Warsaw and struggling to fit into the European culture- which his ten year old daughter has already embraced as her own. THE IRON BRIDGE by Monika Jordan-Mlodzianowska is a dramatic story about a love triangle set in a Silesian mining community.For our younger audience we have THE DAY OF CHOCOLATE- a delightful adaptation of the award-winning book by Anna Onichimowska under the same title- about the adventures of Monika and Dawid. Fans of thrillers will enjoy SERVANTS OF WAR by Mariusz Gawrys.Full Programme of the 2020 Polish Film Festival SydneyTHE LEGIONS (Legiony) - Sunday 25 October 6:00pmTHE TASTE OF PHO (Smak pho) - Wednesday 28 October 7.00pmTHE IRON BRIDGE (Żelazny Most) - Friday 30 October 7:00pmICARUS. THE LEGEND OF MIETEK KOSZ (Ikar. Legenda Mietka Kosza) - Saturday 31 October 7:00pmTHE DAY OF CHOCOLATE (Dzien Czekolady) - Sunday 1 November 3:00pmSERVANTS OF WAR (Slugi wojny) - Friday 6 November 7.00pmVALLEY OF THE GODS (Dolina Bogow) - Saturday 7 November 7:00pmCHARLATAN (Szarlatan) - Sunday 8 November 6.00pmThe 2020 PFF Sydney is organised with a Covid Safety Plan in place and appropriate measures are taken to ensure the Festival is as safe as possible. Occupancy limits and social distancing will apply in every auditorium and throughout the foyer areas of the venue to follow requirements introduced by NSW government.

Create more for your music careerMore confidence- more opportunity- more success- more money.Gain clarity on who you are as an artist-brand-public figure and what you want to achieve in your career.Learn the skills to create a road map to achieving these milestones and goals.Build the confidence to maintain control over your career and overcome intimidating situations.Source more aligned opportunities and create more income from your music.Build the mindset skills to successfully navigate the volatile modern creative industry.Develop the qualities that better connect you with your team and audience.Make better career decisions and business relationshipsMeet Creative Mentor- Roxane LebrasseRoxane Lebrasse comes to you with over 20 years of experience in the music and creative industry and is on the current season of The Voice Australia.Starting out as a singer songwriter- recording artist and performer- then moving into a coaching and mentoring space- Roxane has worked with some of the best that the entertainment industry has to offer including:James Morrison- Justice Crew- Guy Sebastian- Delta Goodrem- Prinnie- Jade Macrae- Young Men Society- Blackstreet Roachford- Jimmy Barnes- Disco Montego and Matt Maclaren.After ranking in the top 10 finalists of Australian Idol Season 3- and releasing music through Festival Mushroom & Universal- Roxane has built a career in Performance- songwriting- arrangement and vocal direction and supporting the development of artists and creative people navigating through an ever-changing industry.​Roxane has supported many artists through production- launch and release phases as well as touring- reality TV and marketing projects alike. Still an active performer and touring artist- Roxane has taken her talent global to inspire and empower as many people as possible.Disclaimer a. To the extent permitted by law- The City of Sydney- its officers- employees- agents and contractors are not liable for any personal injury- loss or damage to property or financial loss (including payment of medical expenses) any individual may suffer whilst participating in online programs and activities presented by The City of Sydney and b. By participating in City of Sydney online programs- individuals accept that they do so at their own risk and accept that they waive and forego any legal right that they may otherwise have against the City of Sydney and or against its officers- employees- agents and contractorsc. StudioRCC programs are for 18years and over- any participants under 18yrs younger must be accompanied by an adult.) 

Blues- Soul- Funk- RnRoll- with a taste of Reggae and Jazz.Playing Saxophone professionally for over 30 years David has forged a career performing with Australia's great Independant & Soul - Blues Artists.Honing his craft with the legendary Jacky Orszacsky- David has collaborated & performed with Paul Mac- Ray Beadle- Skunkhour- Renee Geyer- Abby Dobson- Justine Clark- Tina Harrod- Jessica Mauboy- Todd Mckenny and Georgie Parker.David's 'Weird Assembly' has headlined the Darling Harbour Jazz & Blues Festival & featured in 5 Major music festivals in Australia. David Weir - vocals -saxCarmel Mesiti - VocalsScott Leishman  bass- BvsDavid Longo - Guitar-BVsIvan Jordan - DrumsDon't miss this opportunity for an up-close & personal performance!Covid-safe guidelinesIn these COVID19 times capacity for this show is limited to an exclusive 30 dinner & show tickets ONLY upon entry signing in is required masks preferred sanitizer available

Simmonds is the 2018 Golden Guitar Winner for Female Artist of the Year- 2017 APRA Award Winner for Country Work Of The Year- 2017 Australian Independent Female Vocalist of The Year and 2017 Australian Independent Artist Of The Year.Heart Worn Highways- City Streets- Deserted Back-Roads. Like any Country Singer- Tamworth's own 6 x Golden Guitar and 5 x CMC Award Nominated singer-songwriter- Aleyce Simmonds knows the weight of every step.Having spent the past 15 years in the industry- traveling the world creating and recording music- she has grown to realise what she loves about the world- music- and in particular- the keeper of her heart - Country Music.'It evokes more emotion than anything else.. in my opinion. They say that a picture paints a thousand words.. well- for me- a great country song sings a million words and emotions. And- all in a heartbeat'.The 3rd studio album- released at the Tamworth Country Music Festival on the 20th January debuted at #1 on the Australian Independent Record Labels Association chart beating out Sia and Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds- #5 on the ARIA Top 40 Country Albums Chart behind Keith Urban- Kasey Chambers- The McClymonts and Cream of Country- #4 on the ARIA Top 20 Australian Country Artist Country Albums Chart- #25 on the ARIA Top 50 Albums Chart (all genre) and #10 on the ARIA Top 20 Australia Artist Albums Chart (all genres).We're a Covid-Safe venue. To find out what measures we are taking to protect our audience- staff and performers- visit our website at www.foundry616.com.au

Come and get hands-on at one of our regular Sydney City Farm working bees.Tasks vary- but can include watering- weeding- plant care- plant propagation- potting and other farm-related activities.At our Saturday lunchtime session we focus on Developing new aspects Sydney City FarmLearn all about producing great veg- developing gardens for flower production and habitat and how to lay out a mini food forestThis is a great opportunity to get involved with Sydney City Farm and meet others in your community.No experience needed. Just bring a can-do attitude and we will show you everything you need to know. Please wear clothes that can get dirty and covered sturdy shoes. Bring a water bottle and hat.Next sessions:Saturday 31 October 2020- 12:30 pm - 2:00 pmSaturday 14 November 2020- 12:30 - 2:00 pmSaturday 28th November 2020- 12:30 - 2:00 pmBookings essential. No group bookings please.The session will not proceed in wet- extreme or dangerous weather.Do not attend the Sydney City Farm if you are unwellPlease do not attend if you are unwell or have any signs of cold of flu including a cough- sore-scratchy throat- runny nose- shortness of breath or a fever. If staff observe any of these symptoms you will be asked to leave. You will be required to fill in a quick online wellness check survey the day before your volunteer session or education program.When you arrive at the Sydney City FarmWhen you arrive to volunteer or attend an education session- scan the QR code at the entry and enter your name and phone number or email address. You must do this each time you attend. If you don't have a phone that can do this- ask a staff member to assist you. This is a NSW Health requirement and will be used for contact tracing purposes only if necessary.When at the Sydney City Farmnotify staff if you start to feel unwellmaintain 1.5 m physical distance from all people including staffwash or sanitise your hands on entry and regularly after thatyou are welcome to bring your own gardening gloves. Gloves will be supplied to volunteers and education participants who do not bring their ownfollow volunteer and education participant hygiene protocols discussed at start of sessionwipe down equipment that you use or touch with the sanitising wipes supplied

Come and get hands-on at one of our regular Sydney City Farm working bees.Tasks vary- but can include watering- weeding- plant care- plant propagation- potting and other farm-related activities.At our Saturday morning session we focus on Developing new aspects Sydney City FarmLearn all about producing great veg- developing gardens for flower production and habitat and how to lay out a mini food forestThis is a great opportunity to get involved with Sydney City Farm and meet others in your community.No experience needed. Just bring a can-do attitude and we will show you everything you need to know. Please wear clothes that can get dirty and covered sturdy shoes. Bring a water bottle and hat.Next sessionsSaturday 31 October 2020- 9:30 - 11:00 amSaturday 14 November 2020- 9:30 - 11:00 amSaturday 28th November 2020- 9:30 - 11:00 amBookings essential. No group bookings please.The session will not proceed in wet- extreme or dangerous weather.Do not attend the Sydney City Farm if you are unwellPlease do not attend if you are unwell or have any signs of cold of flu including a cough- sore-scratchy throat- runny nose- shortness of breath or a fever. If staff observe any of these symptoms you will be asked to leave. You will be required to fill in a quick online wellness check survey the day before your volunteer session or education program.When you arrive at the Sydney City FarmWhen you arrive to volunteer or attend an education session- scan the QR code at the entry and enter your name and phone number or email address. You must do this each time you attend. If you don't have a phone that can do this- ask a staff member to assist you. This is a NSW Health requirement and will be used for contact tracing purposes only if necessary.When at the Sydney City Farmnotify staff if you start to feel unwellmaintain 1.5 m physical distance from all people including staffwash or sanitise your hands on entry and regularly after thatyou are welcome to bring your own gardening gloves. Gloves will be supplied to volunteers and education participants who do not bring their ownfollow volunteer and education participant hygiene protocols discussed at start of sessionwipe down equipment that you use or touch with the sanitising wipes supplied

We'll share the secret to creating gorgeous floral designs.Master the art of flower arranging that you can adapt to home styling- weddings or a gift. Be creative- get new skills and take your creations home. It is the best way to spend time with like-minded fellow workshoppers in a fun and friendly atmosphere. No experience needed. You will leave blooming with inspirations.Covid-19 safe procedure: Run in small classesEach group (under the same booking) will be separate 1.5m apart from the other group. All tools- apron and surfaces are sanitised with 75% Ethanol. Hand sanitiser must be used and temperature will be taken on the arrival. Instructor will be wearing mask when she need to come closer and assist you. In this workshop you'll learn:Where and when to get the very best seasonal flowersHow to care for and condition flowers to maximize flower longevityHow to build a hand-tied bouquet or make a vase arrangementHow to integrate blooms in different colours and textures.What you will get at the end of the workshop:1 floral arrangement (hand-tied bouquet or vase arrangement)A handout showing flower names and basic information about the class all materials.What to bring: a smile and a positive attitude!

This October liberate yourself from your headphones and come delight in one of these fun and glammed up live music picnics. Think of afternoons of sunshine- lolling around on cushions or bean bags whilst listening to a stellar line up of tunes from local Sydney artist Rita B- all as you indulge in a picnic feast.Thanks to recent regulation changes and the increased numbers for live music events- we can now offer two unique experiences.The Luxe Live Music Picnica grazing charcuterie picnictwo hours of live musica dedicated & styled luxurious picnic area for your groupa complimentary beer-wine-cocktail on entryadditional drinks for purchaseBean Bag Live Music Picnictwo hours of live musica comfy bean bag to chillout oncomplimentary cocktail-wine-beer on arrivaladditional drinks for purchaseThe location of this fun and extravagant picnic will be at the Darling Quarter Village Green. Bookings can be made for any group size up to a maximum of 20 people. If you are booking a The Luxe Live Music Picnic for a large group- please email us at contact@six8.com.au to advise if people are purchasing tickets separately.For your health and safety- a range of measures have been implemented- including: reduced numbers- distancing of picnic groups as these are covid-safe events.Go on- unplug from your headphones and indulge in a little frivolity with your friends.