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Accessible Arts 2025 Createability Internship Program is now open for applications from creative practitioners with disability or who are d/Deaf.  πŸŽ‰ Penrith Performing & Visual Arts (Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre, Q Theatre, Penrith Conservatorium of Music and Penrith Regional Gallery, Home of The Lewers Bequest)are thrilled to be on board as one of the leading creative host organisations across NSW for the program.  Up to 11 people will be selected for internship opportunities covering everything from technical TV production and puppet making to theatre programming and graphic design.  πŸ‘‰ For more details and to apply visit the link in our bio! Hurry - applications close Monday 16 December!  The Createability Internship Program is delivered through Create NSW, Screen NSW and Sound NSW in partnership with Accessible Arts.  πŸ“· Image description: Holly-Jane Cohle and Louis Walker working at the ERTH workshop. Image supplied by Create NSW.  #ApplyNow #Disability #Arts #Internships #CareerDevelopment #Createability #AccessibleArts #TheJoan #QTheatre #PenrithConservatorium #PenrithRegionalGallery @aartsnsw @the_joan @qtheatre_ @penrithconservatorium @penrithregionalgallery @creatensw @screennsw
πŸŽ‰ 2025 SHOWS ON SALE NOW: "Josephine Wants to Dance" 🦘 and "The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show" πŸ›πŸ¦‹  πŸ‘‰ Find out more and secure your tickets at the links in our bio.  #TheJoan #2025KidsAndFamilies #JosephineWantsToDance #TheVeryHungryCaterpillarShow @monkeybaatheatreco @cdptheatreproducers @caterpillarshow  πŸ“· Josephine Wants to Dance photo by Alex Vaughan. The Very Hungry Caterpillar Illustrations by Eric Carle.
Join best-selling illustrator and author @cherylorsini ("Little Book Baby", "Dragon!" and "The Travelling Bookshop" series) for a delightful story time session and book signing at The Joan this month, as part of "Write Out West". πŸ“š  πŸ‘ͺ Suitable for ages 3 - 8 and their families
πŸ“† Thursday 28 November at 10:30am
πŸ“Œ Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre, Penrith  Find out more and book now at the link in our bio.  @visitpenrith @penrithcitycouncil @penrithcitylibrary @qbdbooks
Join us at @the_joan for a variety of literary fun for all ages as part of the Write Out West: Western Sydney Libraries and Literature Festival. From shows to author talks, a poetry slam and workshops, there is something for everyone! πŸ“š  πŸ“† 27 November - 1 December
πŸ“Œ Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre, Penrith  πŸ‘‰ Find out more and book your tickets now at https://www.thejoan.com.au/event-series/write-out-west/  @penrithcitylibrary @penrithcitycouncil @littlewingpuppets @word_travels @visitpenrith
🎸 JUST ANNOUNCED FOR 2025 🎢  Experience an electrifying tribute to two iconic bands in the Hall of Fame Icons Concert!  The Joan will come alive with the unforgettable sounds of the Australian Eagles and Money For Nothing: Dire Straits Experience. Journey through timeless hits like Life in the Fast Lane and Sultans of Swing as top tribute bands capture the essence of these rock legends with incredible authenticity.  πŸ“… Date: April 4, 2025
⏰ Time: 7:30 pm 
🎟️ Tickets https://www.thejoan.com.au/events/the-australian-eagles-andmoney-for-nothing-dire-straits-experience/  Don’t miss out on this night of rock β€˜n’ roll magic! Book your tickets now!
The final ever Wharf Revue has opened in Canberra and audiences are loving it!  Don’t miss your opportunity to see it live on stage at @the_joan, 27 February – 1 March.  πŸ‘‰ Tickets are flying out the door – book now at the link in our bio!  #TheJoan #TheWharfRevue @softtreadent
🎢✨ Get ready for an extraordinary musical journey with internationally celebrated composer and pianist Zela Margossian, joined by Jacques Emery and Alexander Inman-Hislop. This talented trio will transport you through a captivating blend of original works and arrangements, weaving together traditional Armenian influences with jazz and classical roots. 🎹🎻🎼  🎷✨ As part of the 2024 Sydney International Women’s Jazz Festival (SIWJF), The Joan is excited to present an exclusive triple bill featuring some of the finest local and Sydney-based female jazz musicians! 🎢  πŸ‘‰ Dates & Times: Friday 25 October
6pm | Support Act: Tea for Two
7:15pm | Nine to Five: Leonie Cohen and Nicky Crayson Quartet
8:30pm | Zela Margossian Trio  🎟 Enjoy a full evening of jazz with a FESTIVAL PASS - tickets from $30 https://www.thejoan.com.au/sydney-international-womens-jazz-fest/  #SIWJF2024 #SydneyJazz #LiveMusic #WomenInJazz
🎢✨ Prepare for an unforgettable night of music with some of Australia's finest jazz talents! Join us for a vibrant evening featuring pianist Leonie Cohen, vocalist Nicky Crayson, bassist Hugh Fraser, and drummer Nic Cecire. From the timeless classics of Gershwin and Cole Porter to the modern hits of Dolly Parton and Prince, plus original compositions from the Australian Jazz Real Book, there’s something for every music lover. 🎷🎀  🎷✨ As part of the 2024 Sydney International Women’s Jazz Festival (SIWJF), The Joan is excited to present an exclusive triple bill featuring some of the finest local and Sydney-based female jazz musicians! 🎢  πŸ‘‰ Dates & Times: Friday 25 October
6pm | Support Act: Tea for Two
7:15pm | Nine to Five: Leonie Cohen and Nicky Crayson Quartet
8:30pm | Zela Margossian Trio  🎟 Enjoy an eclectic night of jazz with a FESTIVAL PASS! https://www.thejoan.com.au/sydney-international-womens-jazz-fest/  #SIWJF2024 #SydneyJazz #LiveMusic #WomenInJazz
Don't miss the last chance to see GUARDS AT THE TAJ playing at THE JOAN before it leaves Sydney!  πŸ“… 4 -5 October
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🎟 BOOK NOW! https://www.thejoan.com.au/events/guards-at-the-taj/  #whatsonpenrith #whatsonbluemountains #guardsatthetaj #sydneytheatre
GUARDS AT THE TAJ!  4 - 5 October 🎟 Get your tickets now πŸ‘‰ link in our profile.