We’re headed for a colourful week in the Riverina. Photo: Chamille White, iStock.
The Riverina has a diverse range of entertainment lined up for folks this week.
For the kids it’s an indoor ice-skating rink at Griffith’s favourite family entertainment facility, a beloved children’s book adapted for stage and science, and language made fun (no, really).
And for the adults, the region offers everything from art to food, live music to film and even true crime.
As spring begins to yawn, stretch and stir, it’s time to step out of the house and get your slice of the action.
All Week
What’s a winter wonderland without an appearance from the ice queen herself? Photo: The Poisoned Apple party entertainment.
Winter Wonderland
When: Saturday 13 to Sunday 28 August, various session times
Where: Family Funland, Watkins Ave, Kidman Way, Griffith
Cost: Adults $15, under 18s $10, book in-store or over the phone on 6964 3102.
For two weeks Griffith’s most epic family entertainment facility will host a synthetic ice-skating ring. The rink runs on set session times that are sure to prove popular, so book ahead to avoid disappointment. On Sunday, 21 August the ice queen herself will be making an appearance from 10:30 am to 11:30 am. In between, families can expect all the usual Family Funland entertainment, from the Yukids Soft Play arena to bouldering, laser tag and the XD Dark Ride multi-sensory interactive attraction.
Everybody’s Oma will have a limited run at Forum cinemas. Photo: Everybody’s Oma Facebook.
New flicks at Forum 6
When: Various, latest program here
Where: Forum 6 Cinema, 77 Trail St, Wagga Wagga
Cost: Various, book here.
Alongside the usual line-up of blockbusters, this week launches some gems of the world and independent film spaces at Forum 6. In Jordan Peele’s sci-fi thriller simply titled Nope, the residents of a lonely gulch in inland California bear witness to an uncanny and chilling discovery. Laal Singh Chaddha is a subtitled Indian Hindi-language remake of all-time classic Forrest Gump, and will screen on 12 and 14 August only. Forum will also treat audiences to a limited-season run of the whimsical and heartwarming doco-film Everbody’s Oma, wherein filmmaker Jason van Genderen and his wife, Megan, embrace caring for their Dutch matriarch, Oma, as she navigates dementia. Anime fans won’t want to miss Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero (dubbed) and later in the week, Good Luck to You Leo Grande launches, starring the always delightful Emma Thompson.
All Weekend
Professors Noel Edge (the Science Freak) and Lexi Con (the Word Nerd) team up to make science fun. Photo: Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre.
The Alphabet of Awesome Science
When: Friday, 12 August, 10 am and 1 pm and Saturday, 13 August, 10 am
Where: Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre, Burns Way off Tarcutta St, Wagga Wagga
Cost: Subscriber $25, group 4+ $22, school group $20, book here.
Professor Lexi Con (the Word Nerd) has curated a curious collection of her favourite words – one for every letter of the alphabet. Each will provide Professor Noel Edge (the Science Freak) with a jumping-off point for one of 26 quirky scientific demonstrations that squish, squirt, float, fly, erupt and explode. Audiences will decide the order in which the letters are explored as the plucky professors race through this scientific voyage across the alphabet that will be equal parts explosive, messy, spectacular, hilarious, fascinating and gross – all in 52 minutes. Can they do it? There’s only one way to find out…
This workshop provides everything you need to uncover your hidden talent as a watercolour painter. Photo: De Lew Design.
Pop-up Workshop: Watercolour Painting Class with De Lew Design
When: Friday, 12 August, 2 pm – 4 pm, and Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 August, 12 pm – 2 pm
Where: Museum of the Riverina, Historic Council Chambers site, cnr Baylis and Morrow sts, Wagga Wagga
Cost: $35, book here.
Wagga art hub De Lew Design brings a beginner’s watercolour workshop to the MoR to complement the spectacular Scott Sisters exhibition. If you’ve ever considered trying your hand at the medium, this might be your way in. Tickets include A4 300gsm watercolour paper, brushes, paint, reference pictures and tutoring – everything you need to create a beautiful watercolour artwork. Tea and coffee are also provided and painting gear will be on sale for those who wish to practise new-found talents at home.
Friday
Two former police officers share their stories of crime, PTSD and their journeys of healing. Photo: iStock.
The Consequences of Murder
When: Friday, 12 August, 7 pm – 9 pm
Where: Thirsty Crow Brewery, 153 Fitzmaurice St, Wagga Wagga
Cost: $82 (strictly 18+), book here.
One for the true-crime aficionados: former Victorian detectives bring this compelling live show to regional NSW. Narelle and Helen will discuss the murders that would lead them to the PTSD diagnoses that effectively ended their careers and their individual journeys of healing. Tickets include two drinks per head and an antipasto platter per table of 10. And if you miss the show in Wagga, you can check out the Albury counterpart.
One day you may wish you had caught Rancid Eddie live in Wagga when tickets were still 20 bucks. Photo: Rancid Eddie Facebook.
Rancid Eddie at Que Bar Wagga
When: Friday, 12 August, from 7 pm
Where: Que Wagga, 109 Baylis St, Wagga Wagga
Cost: $22.19, book here.
The release of their song Dry reached the Top 20 in the ARIA singles charts, and the original YouTube acoustic video reached more than 3 million streams on YouTube and TikTok. Now the boys of Rancid Eddie are headed for the first time to Wagga Wagga with their F*cked Up With My Friends tour.
Saturday
This stage adaptation of There’s a Sea in My Bedroom captures the magic of a child’s fantasy world. Photo: Griffith Regional Theatre, Christie Brewster.
There’s a Sea in My Bedroom
When: Saturday, 13 August, 10:30 am
Where: Griffith Regional Theatre, 1 Neville Pl, Griffith
Cost: $20, book here.
David is frightened of the sea. But one day he finds a conch shell at the beach and takes it home – and he hears the sea trapped inside. “Come out, sea, come out, I won’t hurt you,” he says softly. There’s a Sea in My Bedroom, the beloved children’s book by award-winning author Margaret Wild, is beautifully reimagined in this immersive and theatrical introduction to live classical music. Following a sellout Sydney Opera House premiere season in 2019, it returns to the stage to weave together captivating storytelling with a specially commissioned score from Australian composer Paul Stanhope, performed live by a string quintet of Australian Chamber Orchestra musicians.
Wednesday
Four courses from The Charles paired with Bannockburn Range wines – bon appetit! Photo: Visit Wagga.
The Charles x Bannockburn Vineyards Wine Dinner
When: Wednesday, 17 August, 5:30 pm to 10:30 pm
Where: The Charles Boutique Hotel & Dining, 82 Tarcutta St, Wagga Wagga
Cost: $149, book here.
It wouldn’t be a week in the Riverina region without a special offering for the foodies. The Charles is partnering with Bannockburn Vineyards for this special event. Four delicious courses, each paired with the best wines from the Bannockburn Range. You’ll want to book the babysitter for this one.
Thursday
An eclectic showcase of Riverina talent and deliciousness courtesy of The Curious Rabbit, all in a relaxed cabaret setting. Photo: iStock.
Curious con Cabaret
When: Thursday, 18 August, 7 pm – 10 pm
Where: The Curious Rabbit, 44 Johnston St, Wagga Wagga
Cost: Free, book here.
Treat yourself to an evening of fine wines, delicious snacks and eclectic entertainment from the Riverina Conservatorium of Music’s advanced students. Expect everything from the seductive sounds of classical guitar to voices of the Riverina in a cool cabaret setting courtesy of The Curious Rabbit. Entry is free but spaces are limited, so make sure you book your spot.
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