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The Joan is the heart of the creative west. Where arts and culture meets community, where we make art, love art and share art. Fine music, contemporary music; all kinds of drama, dance, installation, mixed media, ideas, circus and song.
It’s all part of our story at The Joan.
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πΈ Sounds Fresh: @mitchell.pitchell
Get ready for a musical journey with Mitchell Pearce, coming to Sounds Fresh on February 21 at 6pm! π
Hailing from Lithgow, Mitchellβs mantra is simple: "Donβt think, just play". His diverse musical background across genres with bands like Swell Triplex, Jackal or Tiger, and Danger Baby has shaped him into a captivating artist, blending influences from legendary groups like Cream, Free, and the Jeff Beck Group.
Mitchellβs debut release "The Counter Attack" and his EP "Trio Et Trio" are just the beginning of his musical journey, and his passion for crafting new, dynamic sounds continues to grow.
π
Date: February 21
π Time: 6pm
π Location: Borland Sound Lounge
π https://www.thejoan.com.au/events/soundsfresh1/
Ticket includes a complimentary drink from the Borland Bar.
This event is supported by Live Music Australia β an Australian Government initiative.
Come experience Mitchellβs unique style and energy firsthand! πΆπ₯
#SoundsFresh #MitchellPearce #LiveMusic #Lithgow #RockVibes #westernsydneymustic #SoundsFresh #askrozbluemountains #WhatsOnPenrith #WhatsOnBlueMountains

@sydneycomedyfestival: Gladys β A Musical Affair πΆ
From the team behind the viral βGladysβ Covid videos comes their latest creation: βThe Woman Who Saved Australiaβ. Itβs a hilarious, rock-filled, ballad-driven satire about Gladys Berejiklian β the woman who couldnβt save herself. π
Expect: π₯ Big rock numbers
πΉ Epic ballads
π Multiple blazers
π Phone tap dancing
π Armenian matchmaking
Itβs been sold out across NSW, and now itβs making its debut at the Sydney Comedy Festival! Donβt miss this rollicking ride through Covid and the ICAC inquiry.
ποΈ Date: 1 May
β° Time: 6:30pm
π https://www.thejoan.com.au/events/gladys-a-musical-affair/
Grab your tickets before itβs too late! π€π₯
#SydneyComedyFestival #TheWomanWhoSavedAustralia #PoliticalSatire #Gladys #MusicalComedy #ICAC #DontMissIt #ComedyGold

π€ SOUNDS FRESH: Tasha (Natasha DuartΓ©)
Get ready for an unforgettable night with one of Sydneyβs most dynamic artists!
Tasha, a powerhouse vocalist, prolific songwriter, and guitar virtuoso, is bringing her unique sound to The Joan on 21 February at 6pm. With over 140 gigs in 2023 and performances alongside iconic acts like Thirsty Merc, Eurogliders, Mental as Anything, and The Radiators, Tasha is a force in the live music scene.
Her incredible journey includes:
π First Place (Teen Category) in the Nashville International Songwriting Competition in 2012
πΆ First Place in the UK Songwriting Competition (Rock Category) in 2015
π§ Debut single charting at #14 on the Australian ARIA Charts
Tashaβs "Living Proof" album showcases her raw talent and dedication to authentic, heartfelt music. Don`t miss out on this special performance!
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Date: February 21
π Time: 6 PM
π Location: The Borland Sound Lounge
π Ticket includes a drink from the bar! https://www.thejoan.com.au/events/soundsfresh1/
This event is supported by Live Music Australia β an Australian Government initiative.
β¨ #SoundsFresh #TashaDuartΓ© #LiveMusic #SydneyMusic #Songwriter #FemaleVocalist #LivingProof #MusicLovers @fusion_boutique_presents

π THE WHARF REVUE: NEW AND FINAL SHOW JUST ADDED
Due to popular demand and a sold out season, we are thrilled to announce a fifth and final Wharf Revue show on Friday 28 February at 2pm.
π Tickets will sell fast - secure yours now at the link in our bio.
#TheJoan #TheWharfRevue @softtreadent @artsontour

π Sheβs bold! Sheβs bouncy! Sheβs back! We are ecstatic that Josephine Wants to Dance is returning to the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre this March for a limited season!
Based on the beloved Australian picture book by Jackie French and Bruce Whatley, don`t miss your chance to see this hilarious musical about the importance of believing in yourself and realising your dreams andβ¦a dancing kangaroo! π¦π©°
Josephine Wants to Dance
πͺ Suitable for ages 3+
π 20 - 22 March
π Book a group of 4 or more and save!
π The Joan, Penrith
π Hop to it and book your tickets now at the link in our bio.
@monkeybaatheatreco @artsontour

Save the Date - Women in the Arts Leadership Forum 2025 π£
Join us in a vibrant journey of exploration and collaboration as we reimagine a resilient and inclusive future through the creative lens of women in the arts. π¨β¨
Highlights:
π Keynote Presentations
π Panel Discussions
π Practical Workshops on community engagement, wellbeing, technology, social cohesion, and sustainability
Presented by Western Sydney University, this forum reflects the unique perspectives and leadership of women in Western Sydney`s arts sector.
Letβs shape the future of the arts together.
π
Tuesday 11 March 2025, 10am - 5pm
π Register Now!
https://events.humanitix.com/women-in-the-arts-leadership-forum-2025
#womeninthearts #savethedate #westernsydneyarts #CreativeFuture @westernsydneyunicreative Western Sydney University

TICKETING SYSTEM MAINTENANCE NOTIFICATION
Our ticketing system will be undergoing scheduled maintenance from Monday 20 January at 8pm - Tuesday 21 January at 4am.
Please be aware that you may have difficulty purchasing tickets during this period. Where possible, we recommend that you book tickets before or after this period.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your patience and understanding.

ββββ - "...Biggins, Forsythe and Scott go out with satirical popguns blazing." - @limelightartsau
After 25 years, The Wharf Revue are "pulling up the stumps and barring any Nellie Melba-style shenanigans. Don`t miss this the last show ever at The Joan, 27 February - 1 March.
Tickets are selling fast - Best availability Thursday 27 March.
π Book now at https://www.thejoan.com.au/events/the-wharf-revue-political-satire-comedy/
π· Vishal Pandey
#TheWharfRevue #TheJoan @softtreadent @artsontour @penrithcitycouncil @visitpenrith

β¨ Don`t miss the beloved characters from the Australian picture book "Josephine Wants to Dance" leap off the page and onto the stage in @monkeybaatheatreco`s multi-award-winning, uplifting musical for ages 3+.
A heartwarming and hilarious story about believing in yourself and chasing your dreams...and a dancing kangaroo! π¦π©°
π Playing at The Joan for a limited season, 20 - 22 March, book your tickets now at https://www.thejoan.com.au/events/josephine-wants-to-dance-kids-families/
#TheJoan #JosephineWantsToDance #PageToStage #ChildrensTheatre

In 2025 Effie (aka Mary Coustas) will be bringing her highly celebrated and ever-evolving show UpYourselfness to Sydney Comedy Festival β inviting audiences to tackle the hard questions and find a way to define ourselves through humanityβs ongoing identity crisisβ¦ the Greek way β with healthy debate.
Book now!!
π https://www.thejoan.com.au/events/effie-upyourselness/
#SydneyComedyFestival #Standupcomedy #WhatsOnPenrith #WhatsOnBlueMoutains #nightoutwithfriends

βββββ "...brilliantly witty, sharp, insightful, and just plain hilarious. A feat of creativity and laughter." - Stage Noise with Diana Simmonds
After 25 years of political satire, The Wharf Revue is making its final curtain call in Penrith. Don`t miss your chance to secure tickets to the hottest show in town!
π Dates & Times:
Thursday 27 February at 7:30pm (Best Availability)
Friday 28 February at 7:30pm (Limited Tickets)
Saturday 1 March at 2pm (Sold Out) & 7:30pm (Limited Tickets)
π Book now at the link in our bio.
π· Vishal Pandey
#TheWharfRevue #TheJoan #PoliticalSatire @softtreadent @artsontour @visitpenrith @penrithcitycouncil

Get ready to hear the smash hits of the 60s in Radio Luxembourg with John Waters LIVE in 2025. With story and song, be transported to a musical journey beloved by generations!
Donβt miss out β tickets https://www.thejoan.com.au/events/john-waters-radio-luxenbourg/
@radioluxembourglive #whatsOnPenrith #whatsonbluemountains #livemusic

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