MUSIC & EVENTS
Set in the heart of Castlemaine, the Theatre Royal is the longest continuously operating theatre on the mainland. Winner of the best Regional Music Venue, five times running, the theatre hosts some amazing local and international artists.
MANDISI DYANTIS
With Afrospace Interchange
Mandisi Dyantyis is a vocalist, trumpeter and composer whose powerful blend of jazz, soul and South African musical traditions has captivated audiences across the globe.
For this tour, Dyantyis premieres a new collaboration with Melbourne collective Afrospace Interchange, a group dedicated to celebrating the rich tradition of South African jazz. Led by legendary drummer Brian Abrahams (Sarah Vaughan, Abdullah Ibrahim, Archie Shepp), Afrospace Interchange has built a vibrant cultural exchange between Australian and South African music scenes through a cult weekly residency at Old Plates Record Bar, bringing the joy, groove and spirit of this music to new audiences.
STIFF GINS
This acclaimed duo of Wiradjuri/Yorta Yorta woman Kaleena Briggs and Yuwaalaraay woman Nardi Simpson – stand as Australia’s longest-currently-performing all-Indigenous female group. With more than two decades of music-making, they bring audiences a powerful blend of music, culture and language, delivered through breathtaking harmonies and warm, witty storytelling.
Their performances create an atmosphere of joy, spirit and deep connection. Their newest album, Crossroads, has been recognised as a finalist in the NSW Music Prize for Best First Nations Album, underscoring their ongoing impact as cultural leaders and musical innovators.
Revive Live – an Australian Government initiative
MEG WASHINGTON
Meg Washington is a platinum-selling, award-winning, and genre-defying singer-songwriter who fluently weaves the worlds of jazz, pop, folk and musical theatre together.Â
Solo, Meg’s shows are an intimate, captivating spell. Alone at the piano, the soaring melodies and lyrical poetry of her songwriting are laid bare. Each night is truly unique, with a setlist often chosen according to the special, connected moment that is shared between artist and audience.
On The Everything’s Going to Be Fine Tour, Meg brings her unforgettable show around Australia, providing a rare opportunity to hear Meg’s electrifying voice up close and to experience one of Australia’s best musicians in a never-to-be repeated live performance.