Tirra Lirra by the River tells the story of Nora, who reluctantly returns to the Australian house where she grew up, where she finds the past lying in wait. Forced to an urgent reckoning with the choices she has made, Nora sifts through the lives she has led to discover the woman she has become.
Thursday, Friday and Saturday at the Byron Theatre. Tickets from $30 via byroncentre.com.au.
Ball Park Music are ready to kickstart the next chapter of The Rock ‘n’ Roll Adventure. Where every stage is electric, every song tells a story, and every crowd feels just like home. Expect an ever-changing journey through every era: the anthems, the slow burners and the deep cuts that have somehow grown into fan favourites.
Saturday from 5.30pm at the Kingscliff Beach Hotel. Free show.
Anisa Nandaula dives headfirst into the chaos of her life – nearly getting into a fight, feuding with her next-door neighbour, and surviving her old workplace drama. Then, after a decade away, she returns to Africa and brings back a suitcase full of hilarious, unforgettable stories.
Saturday, 7pm at the Brunswick Picture House.Tickets from $28 +bf via brunswickpicturehouse.com.
Riley Marcon plays classic folk, country and blues song that he has grown up loving with influences including Bob Dylan, JJ Cale, John Lennon, Neil Young, Bob Marley, John Prine – all the greats. But his passion is in writing and playing his original work.
Sunday from 2.30pm at the Wharf Bar, Ballina. Free show.
All legends, all classic rock hits – the Filthy Animals are back with another all-star line up – the Filthys like to mix it up, but you’ll always get a stage full of legends and you’ll always get the best rock songs of all time – done right!
Sunday from 4.30pm at The Beach Hotel, Byron Bay. Free show.
A memorial Open Mic Night event will be held for Peter Woolnough, soundman for 20 years at the Tuesday night Bangalow Brackets Open Mic. To honour Pete and celebrate his 20 years of dedication to Open Mic musicians – providing tailored sound expertise and a fantastic sound system. If you’d like to perform two songs, please arrive early to secure your spot on the board. We’ll also set aside time at the end for an all-in jam.
Tuesday from 7pm at the Bangalow Hotel. Free show.
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