Guy Kachel is playing in Byron next week with a fistful of songs that are startlingly confessional, strong and emotional – they are wry observations from a seasoned bard about people immersed in their dreams – dreams that some never escape.
Monday 7pm, Railway Hotel. Free show.
As part of the Scandinavian Film Festival, a screening of Hammarskjöld (Fight for Peace) is on this week. The story unfolds in New York City, 1961. At the peak of the Cold War, Hammarskjöld is at the pinnacle of his power. After decolonisation, he takes it upon himself to bring peace to the African countries, thwarting plans of powerful entrepreneurs and world leaders to further exploit their resources.
Thursday 6.30pm, Palace Cinema, Byron Bay.
Tickets: palacecinemas.com.au.
The Magic of the Mundane breathes life into the heartfelt lyrics and soulful melodies of the uplifting albums Tender [A] and Hooks [B] by MT Warning.
This seamless fusion of music, lo-fi dance, and physical theatre creates an immersive narrative that delves into the depths of humans creating, and unveils the hidden magic within the mundane moments of life.
Friday 7.30pm, Byron Theatre. Tickets: byroncentre.com.au
The Lismore Jazz Club at the Lismore City Bowlo will play host to De Ziah and Date as they deliver a spellbinding musical performance. Ilse de Ziah on cello and Ian Date on guitar perform beautiful renderings of melodies interwoven with captivating improvisations. The duo have an original take on musical styles from around the world.
Sunday 2pm, Lismore City Bowlo. Tickets on the door.
Turtle Boy are a funky, 100 per cent live duo that have become very popular around the traps.
Acoustic guitar looping, funky beats, big vocals and ripping sax solos are the Turtle Boy code, covering all the greats from the ‘70s, ‘80s, ‘90s to current pub rock and Oz rock acts.
Saturday 6pm, Ballina RSL Boardwalk. Free show.
Enter the magical realm of Sky Eater, where mermaids dance to the rhythm of the sea. Sky Eater is the dreamy lovechild of water spirit Chelsea Skyeater and dub soldier TK Bassdread.
Born from an inspired fantasy, Mullumbimby’s Sky Eater is the culmination of Chelsea’s musical dream; an authentic expression of her messages to the world.
Saturday 4.30pm, Hotel Brunswick. Free show.
The Murwillumbah Philharmonic Society Choir is delighted to present ‘Ceremony of Song’ in Lismore. The concert features works by Benjamin Brittern, John Rutter, J S Bach, Percy Grainger and modern composers such as Bill Douglas.
This variety concert shows the diversity of the choir presenting music from the Renaissance to the 21st century.
Sunday 2.30pm, St Carthage’s Cathedral, Lismore. Tickets on the door.
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