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Hamlet Prince of Skidmark
Understanding the world of Shakespeare might be a bit of a stretch for kids aged five and over, but Richard Higgins and Matt Kelly – aka The Listies – have...
Celtic Illusion Reimagined
Since the heyday of Riverdance, you might have developed a bit of a soft spot for Irish dancing. But imagine combining those precise, foot-stomping rhythms with Vegas glamour, dynamic modern...
Seasons of Skin and Bark
Breaking free from the walls of a room and relocating to outdoor spaces to present original dance works is something Tracks Dance Company is renowned for, their works often influenced...
I've Been Meaning To Ask You
What does it feel like to fall in love? What does beer taste like? What’s your biggest regret? I’ve Been Meaning to Ask You gives young people the opportunity to...
All Aboard the Night Train
Get set to board the grooviest train in town, as the world’s premier Aboriginal showgirl, Constantina Bush, hits the stage with a brand new show. Supported by Darwin’s hottest soul...
Hydeaway by the Pool
Kicking back poolside and catching some rays with a cocktail in hand is a favourite pastime for Top Enders and holidaymakers, our weather always perfect for it. So the announcement...
il Piatto
In a city enveloped by ocean, we are certainly spoilt for choice when it comes to seaside dining, with clubs and restaurants dotted along the coast. For something a little...
Mayali Mulil Festival
Hit the road to Kakadu for the Mayali Mulil Festival, a yearly gathering to share and connect with the diversity of Aboriginal cultures. Taking place on Murumburr Country in Murdudjurl...
Looking to the Future
After a hugely successful homegrown Festival last year, Darwin Festival returns to transform Civic Park – and much of D-Town – into a twinkling wonderland of music, arts, dancing, food...
Pop That In Your Memory Bank
Remember the days when you used to watch your family videos on VHS with a tape player? Yeah, us too. But with technology changing so rapidly, the means by which...
A Beary Fun Day
If you go down to Darwin Esplanade today, you’re sure of a big surprise… The beary wonderful City of Darwin Teddy Bears’ Picnic is back! Darwin Festival has again teamed...
Yirrinkirripwoja Jilamara
Each August, art centres from the Tiwi Islands join forces to showcase their works in the big smoke, giving artists from the region the opportunity to share their art and...
Culture to Couture
Although much of the 2021 DAAF is delivered digitally, there are still two very exciting events taking place on Larrakia Country. By Tierney Seccull First Nations textiles and fashion cultivate...
Adaptable Art
Celebrating thousands of years of creativity and cultural practice, the annual Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair (DAAF) shines a spotlight on Indigenous art, firmly placing it in its rightful place, front...
Down the Track - July 2021
In its 43 years, the Advocate Art Award has only ever missed one annual event. Happy to be back on, they’re gearing up for another great community-driven exhibition with Central...
Let It Be Live
Imagine this. We take one band member from four of the greatest Aussie bands, and throw them together to play The Beatles’ 1970 album Let It Be in full. Sounds...
Spring Loaded
Channelling a line-up with some serious Big Day Out vibes (win), Spring Loaded is pegged to be one of the biggest music events in the Top End – and the...
Spreading Their Wings
Lovers of popular Nightcliff haunt, Lucky Bat Café & Pizzeria, can rejoice! The fave northern suburbs hangout spot has spread its wings, opening new premises in the heart of the...
I am the glass
Penny Drysdale is a Darwin-based poet, lawyer and policy adviser working to reduce domestic violence. She has led social justice and cultural projects in Central Australia, including editing Arelhekenhe Angkentye...