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April 27, 2024

Byron gets its Spirit back

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Gabriella Cohen, Australia’s folk darling, is coming to Brunswick Picture House to perform a one-off intimate solo show on Saturday. Known for her magnetic performances, off-hand charm and pop sensibilities, Gabriella plays music that is all-at-once laid-back, tongue-in-cheek, and peppered with the sweet sounds of ‘60s girl groups.

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One of the opening acts, Mel Dobra with Spirit Festival Director, Alex Grant after they announce next year’s Festival. Photo Jeff 'Top Shelf' Dawson
One of the opening acts, Mel Dobra with Spirit Festival Director, Alex Grant after they announce next year’s Festival. Photo Jeff ‘Top Shelf’ Dawson

After being missing in action for a year, the third gathering of local, regional and international spirited folk is planned for Mullumbimby in March 2015.

It’s expected to be a big weekend of yoga, dance, tantra, music, ritual ceremony and celebration, healing, whole foods, conscious kids’ activities, healthy marketplaces and new surprises.

Guests already booked include Dr Robert Svoboda, Jo Cobbett, Mark Whitwell, Clive Sheridan, Dena Kingsberg, Rose Baudin, Chad Wilkins, Gwyn Williams, Tahir Qawwal, Dustin Thomas, Simon Park and Mel Dobra. More will be revealed in the coming weeks.

Co-founder Alex Grant says, ‘After taking a year off in 2014, we’re truly coming back by popular demand. The fallow year enabled us to source some extraordinary teachers and performers that will enliven the spirits of all who join in Byron Spirit Festival in 2015.’

Tickets on sale now at www.spiritfestival.com.au.


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