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From Australian superstar musos, to brand new documentaries, to comedians at the top of their game, there really is something for everyone at the Brunswick Picture House.

For those who love documentaries, there’s no excuse not to check out the film program this weekend as Byron Bay International Film Festival wraps up its milestone 20th anniversary run, which includes the spotlight on local filmmakers, Through The Local Lens only screening Saturday.

Kate Bush fans or not, An Evening Without Kate Bush has rightfully been on everyone’s lips for the last two years and you’ll want in on the chatter as the Picture House brings back this great show. Scooping up numerous awards around the world, this cult cabaret pays tribute to the music, fans and mythology of one of the most influential voices in music. One show only on Sunday.

As the Picture House gears up for one of its biggest summer comedy programs yet – watch this space – they play host to two unmissable acts making their Bruns debut. The frenetic and self-deprecating Dan Rath lands on Friday, 30 October, meanwhile, demand for the razor-sharp Daniel Muggleton has hit such heights that a second show has been added on Saturday, 7 November.

A who’s who of Australian stars are hitting the Bruns stage over the next few weeks including beloved songwriter and novelist Holly Throsby on Friday, 6 November; Little Birdy’s Katy Steele on Wednesday, 18 November; local favourite Smokey Fields celebrating Dead Legends on Saturday, 31 October; the hilarious and ridiculous Melia Naughton on Thursday, 26 November; and the mind-blowing jazz collective The Vampires on Saturday, 28 November.

Bruce Wolpe will be in conversation on Wednesday, 28 October to discuss the impact of US politics on Australia; and finally – don’t miss the 18+ burlesque bonanza Wild Women on 5, 12 and 13 November, and the sexy art event Kinky Drawers on 20 November.

Tickets for all shows at brunswickpicturehouse.com.

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Interview with Genevieve Clay-Smith, director of Boss Cat showing at the Byron Bay Film Festival

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When Sonja (Olivia Hargroder) loses her mother without warning, the only steady presence left in her life is her grandmother, Doris. But Doris’s idea of stability means dismantling everything Sonja has built. For Sonja, who lives with Trisomy 21 (Down syndrome) and has spent her life fighting to be underestimated by no one, Doris’ plan feels less like protection and more like erasure. Directed by Genevieve Clay-Smith, Boss Cat is a vibrant, big-hearted Australian dramedy about independence, family and self-determination, anchored by a fearless lead performance.
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Something for everyone at the Picture House

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From Australian superstar musos, to brand new documentaries, to comedians at the top of their game, there really is something for everyone at the Brunswick Picture House.
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Thirty-six unmissable films

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The 2026 Russell Hobbs British Film Festival features an unmissable line up 36 films, including five retrospectives which will screen from 28 October to 29 November at Palace Byron Bay and Ballina Cinemas.
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A husband with a promotion, two adorable children and a lovely new house. Nora thought she had it all. But did she? What was the discontent that was whispering to her in the shadows?
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