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March 2019
HONOURING OUR STORIES
Join us for a unique evening of cultural immersion as elders guide you through the significant Bangerang Cultural Centre collection and explain the stories behind the artefacts. Enjoy traditional food tastings and a glass of wine and celebrate the Aboriginal culture.
Find out more »PAINT WHAT YOU HEAR
FULLY BOOKED Paint What You Hear workshops are directed by musician Erica Rasmussen and visual artist Zakiya Kurdi. The workshops use classical and contemporary music and visual art to engage young people in the arts, inviting them to respond to live music using various art forms, such as drawing and painting. Kindergarten and daycare groups are invited to register to participate and learn about the elements of music and how to represent sound through artistic expression. Two sessions. Start times:…
Find out more »MINI STORY BOWL
Join us in the Queens Gardens for a morning of artistic engagement for children 8 and under. Teaching children that ART is all around, this fun and interactive event will give our mini story bowl fans an appreciation of the Shepparton Festival for years to come! Register for a Paint What You Hear workshop for 3 to 8 year old’s, or 18 to 36 month olds and watch as they learn how to create art using music and tempo. Our friends…
Find out more »ALBANIAN HARVEST FESTIVAL
The Shepparton Albanian Harvest Festival showcases the Albanian culture unlike any other event in Australia. The Harvest Festival will entertain audiences with traditional Albanian music, dancing and cuisine. The Harvest Festival features traditional Albanian food available for purchase. There is also plenty of entertainment for the family with jumping castles, kids giant games and face painting.
Find out more »FIRST ON THE LADDER: SHOPFRONT
Audiences of all ages can get a glimpse into the Rumbalara Football Netball Club and Polyglot Theatre First On The Ladder project as Shepparton shopfronts are transformed into beautifully curated exhibitions of art, video and sound works. Stay to watch and listen to animations and music clips created by children of the club. First On The Ladder combines art and sport to cultivate imagination and self-expression and to celebrate the vibrant community centred around Rumbalara. Times: Daily – Animation run…
Find out more »SIGNS AND SYMBOLS WORKSHOP
Signs and symbols of the land; scratched in the earth; messages left for others to discover a message. Learn how to read a story told using ancient Aboriginal signs and symbols then create your own visual language and leave a message in the earth. Suitable for all ages, children must be accompanied by an adult. Free event. Bookings required on: riverconnect@shepparton.vic.gov.au or call 5832 9700
Find out more »YARRA BRASS QUINTET PERFORMANCE
Yarra Brass Quintet return to Shepparton Festival! With strong regional ties and an exciting sound, Alison, Jessica, Emily, Simon and Tony will work with schools across the region to deliver workshops and an evening performance for the delight of music lovers of all ages. Free event . Please register to attend https://sheppartontickets.com.au/event/8933
Find out more »MY BOOMERANG WON’T COME BACK
Do all Boomerangs come back? Come and find out about the different designs and purposes for a boomerang. Learn about how each Man’s Boomerang was marked and then paint and mark your own decorative boomerang with your own symbolic story. Suitable for all ages, children must be accompanied by an adult. Free event. Bookings required on: riverconnect@shepparton.vic.gov.au or call 03 5832 9700
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