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Cheeky. Photo by Tree Faerie

It feels like we were only just ringing in the new year days ago and here we are approaching Easter weekend at The Brunswick Picture House.

It’s already been a whirlwind start to 2024 with their biggest and busiest program so far, bringing an eclectic mix of some of the hottest stand-up comedy, music gigs, film screenings and cabaret – and that was just last week!

For those keeping track, Easter is extra meaningful to the ‘House, as they opened their doors back on the Easter weekend of 2016 with a wild, indescribable little show called the Cheeky Cabaret and they haven’t looked back!

The reputation of their outrageous genre-bending Cheeky has had people talking all over the Shire, with its weird and fabulous line-up, attracting international artists who would ordinarily play much bigger stages – it’s without question the wildest night you’ll have in the Northern Rivers! They’ve put together another bumper season of Cheeky starting this Thursday, March 28 – running for three big weeks until April 14.

If you’ve been to more than their of our Cheeky shows, you’ll know that each season features a new cast – made up of troubadours, miscreants, delectable divas and cabaret queens – so no two shows are ever the same! You’ll leave spellbound, titillated and amazed.

Good nights out don’t get much better than this.

But it doesn’t stop there – the little ones need to be entertained too, so don’t miss the wild ride that is Lil’ Cheeky. This family-friendly circus bonanza is back in an all-new, all-ages circus show that no one – young or old – should miss. Two Saturday sessions on April 6 and April 13 at 2pm with family discounts available.

Want front-row seats to any of their events? Fancy a discount off your Cheeky tix… or any other gig? Then you should really think about joining their Housemate program. There are amazing benefits, including priority entry to all shows, a 20 per cent discount on tickets for you and three friends, special membership events and access to tickets throughout the year. You’ll also be supporting a local community not-for-profit entertainment venue. Consider yourself a friend with benefits!

The Cheeky Garden Bar is open an hour before showtime – grab a bite and a fancy cocktail – before, during the show and at intervals.

And be sure to check out the upcoming program – there is so much to come!

Tickets at brunswickpicturehouse.com.



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