Much to my surprise, it’s Thursday again. That means it’s time for y’all to let the world know about the exciting events taking place this weekend.
All suggestions in the comments below, thanks.

Much to my surprise, it’s Thursday again. That means it’s time for y’all to let the world know about the exciting events taking place this weekend.
All suggestions in the comments below, thanks.
Maybe he’s announcing a change from Constable Kenny to Constable Kerry.
Might see you at Fair Day Simbo.
yeah sunday arvo at the pot sounds very good – missed the last one. might hit the crew up for a sesh.
In bonus stuff about the Fair day, it appears Riotact favourite Constable Kenny Koala will be showing up between 11 and 12 – don’t know if he’s got any announcements to make (has he been shacking up with Blinky Bill? I think we should be told…)
SpringOut has sprung!
Canberra’s Queer Pride Festival(04 November to 3 December 2006) kicked off last weekend, here’s a taste of this weekend’s events.
Friday:
A very special photographic exhibition ‘Mardi Gras 2006 – The Greatest Show on Earth’ held at Westlund House corner of McCoy Circuit and Gordon Street, Acton,Near Screensound Australia, from 6pm-9m.
BentFest 2006 opens with a bang with the film “50 Ways of Saying Fabulous” at Coombs Lecture Theatre from 7pm – film starts at 7.30pm. For all the info on BentFest go to their website http://www.bentlenses.interact.com.au
Saturday: The Aids Action Council Fair Day kicks off at 10am and will run from 2pm at Westlund House. The AAC Fairday will see over 30 stalls, with a drag queen show, the Tulleys playing, the Qwire and a pet parade.
For more info on these and other events check out
http://www.springout.interact.com.au
I’ll be searching for any event that allows me to release the ‘inner bogan’!
P.G.Gpresents POTBELLY
“GO SOLO 06â€
Heat 2 Sunday 12 Nov
3pm MARK SMITH
3.45pmSEAN SMEATON
4.30pmWALLY SANCHEZ
5.15pmWIL ALLEN
6pm TBA
Free entertainment + drinking on a Sunday = pure gold.
In the theatre front:
“Cant Pay? Won’t Pay!” continues on its wacky way at the street theatre – a wild farce about communism Italian style – tonight, tomorrow night and Saturday at 7:30, plus 5pm Sunday before concluding next week. Tickets $15-25
Also at the street, “Boston Marriage” – David Mamet’s witty comedy full of sex, sarcasm and duplicity – performances tonight, tomorrow and Saturday at 8pm, then continuing next week (with a special forum night on Monday to meet the cast after the show). Tickets $25-30.
And at the ANU Arts Centre Drama Studio, “Happy New” by Brendan Cowell (he was Todd in “Life Support!) gives chicken farming, tabloid journalism and brotherly love a good going over – performances tonight, tomorrow and Saturday night at 7:30 – tickets $5.
Remembrance Day ceremony Saturday 11 November 2006 at the AWM.
Remember the ANZACS!
http://www.awm.gov.au/commemoration/remembrance/2006/index.htm
The Chief Minister is taking a moment out of crying for tyrants to remind us that Groovin in Garema is back on.
Barrel of Monkeys play Belconnen Community festival @ Margaret Timpson Park (opposite hellconnen mall) this saturday.
Bands and times:
1115 – Eldest Son
1215 – Australian Kingswood Factory
1315 – Fistful of Nothing
1415 – Paqmanelectronica (replacing variodivers)
1515 – BARREL OF MONKEYS
1615 – Strong Like Sam
Cost: $0
And just falling into my inbox:
Jorian Gardner in association with The Street Theatre, ESP, & As You Like It Cafe / Bar
and in conjunction with the ACT Region Playwrights present…..
A Bunch
of Fives
Five actors, five minutes, one theme….
“COUPLE”
November 10
5.30 – 7.00pm
100% free
Day light saving has begun, so weather permitting, A Bunch of Fives returns to the outdoor stage at the As You Like It Cafe at The Street Theatre! Come an enjoy a glass (or two) of wine and see five, 5-minute original works performed under the tree’s! It’s going to be a hoot as we tackle the sticky issue of COUPLE!
Featuring
“Kate and the Pink Hurricaneâ€
Written by Noeline Milson Performed by Petra Elliott
“The Ultimate Coupleâ€
Written by Eris Harrison Performed by Bart Black
“Trixie and Gusâ€
Written by Joan McGillivray Performed by Kim Wilson
“Balancing Actâ€
Written by Mary Ellen Turbet Performed by Einat Marom
“Donkeysâ€
Written by Bill Fleming Performed by Scott Osborne
Remember it’s 100% free and features wonderful cool music in between all the acts, so get down to The Street bring some mates and enjoy the fun that is A Bunch of Fives!
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