What’s On In Newcastle? Reece Mastin, Outdoor Cinemas & Markets
Reece Mastin
Here is your jam-packed What’s On guide for Newcastle this week. Reece Mastin brings his ‘Beautiful Nightmare’ tour to the Entertainment Centre, outdoor cinemas are all the rage at Nobbys Lighthouse and King Edward Park, the first Cruise Market will be ‘cruising’ its way to the Newcastle Museum + stacks more on offer.
Friday 18th January
Carmen Smith & Diana Rouvas @ Lizotte’s Restaurant
‘The Voice’ is coming to Newcastle with these two kick-ass contestants joining forces for a performance you do not want to miss. Raised in Sydney’s western suburbs, Carmen has been singing and doing back-up vocals for big Aussie acts for over 10 years. She’s released two solo albums, as well as written tracks for Idol luminaries both here and in New Zealand (where she also wrote the 2005 Winners single). Never sticking to one musical style, Carmen aspires to a similarly eclectic, genre-hopping career that she will showcase at Lizotte’s.
Diana has been singing since four and writing songs since age eight. Under advice from her then management, Diana ventured to the States as a 17-year-old looking to develop her craft and land a deal but nothing ever came of it. For years she has strived for her big break and will continue to do so until she gets it. Show your support by coming to see this lady show off her pipes. Limited number of tickets still available.
Show ticket only with a-la-carte menu available - $35.00
Show only with bar menu available - $35.00
Visit the Lizotte’s website for more information and booking details.
The Walking Who + The Otchkies + Grease Arrestor + The Chitticks @ Great Northern Hotel
Are you in for a big night? That is surely what you will get with this impressive line-up. Playing psychedelic/indie rock, these four Australian bands will have you dancing the night away with friends. Doors Open 8pm. Entry Cost: TBC
Saturday 19th January
Summer Cinema @ Nobbys Lighthouse
Newcastle’s own The Other Film Society is hosting the ‘Summer Cinema at the Lighthouse’. This outdoor event will give you breathtaking views of the city as the sun goes down, and with the temperature expected to rise today, why not chill out under the stars? With dates including today, February 16, and March 16, audiences will be given the chance to soak up some award-winning foreign films. Academy Award nominee “Monsieur Lazhar”, Cannes Film Festival 2011 Best Film Winner “The Giants”, and Taipei Golden Horse Awards 2011 Winner of Best Actor, Actress and Director “A Simple Life” will be screening across the three dates.
Gates open 6:30pm with each screening beginning just after sunset, don’t forget to bring a picnic and beverages. Memberships will be limited at $70 per season, and must be purchased prior to the first screening, so get in quick! Visit The Other Film Society Facebook page for payment information and film synopsis.
Cinema Under The Stars @ King Edward Park
Cinema Under the Stars is BACK!
You asked for it - so we are showing it! By popular demand we’ve brought back Cinema Under the Stars and extended the tour to include Tuncurry and the Lower Hunter! Entry is FREE so gather your friends and family and relax with a picnic as the sun sets and the screen lights up.
Showing: Brave
Gates open at 5.30pm and screenings start at sundown (approximately 8pm – depending on where you are). There is free entertainment to enjoy before the movie and food can be purchased when you get there!
Spotlight Prowl @ Hunter Wetlands
Why not take a night stroll around the wetlands? Join experienced guides and found out some interesting facts about creatures of the night on an easy-paced spotlight walk. BYO torch and make sure you wear suitable clothing and shoes.
Adults $10, Child $5 Family (2 Adults + 2 Children) $25.
Call (02) 4951 6466 or email hwca@wetlands.org.au to book and start time.
Reece Mastin @ Newcastle Entertainment Centre
Reece Mastin brings his Beautiful Nightmare Tour to Newcastle to celebrate the release of his second album. Joining him on the road are Justice Crew of Australia’s Got Talent fame, who will entertain you not only with hot tracks, but crazy dance moves that got them noticed. Their #1 single ‘Boom Boom’ has gone 4x platinum, and have recently been signed to Pitbull’s own Miami-based 305 label, his joint venture with RCA Records.
The second act to wow crowds will be YouTube sensation The JANOSKIANS. This five-piece from Melbourne shot to fame via YouTube and appearing on American daytime chat show, Ellen. The JANOSKIANS (Just Another Name of Silly Kids In Another Nation Skip) have recently released their first single, ‘Set This World on Fire’, and will surely get the crowd pumping for Reece.
Starts 7.30pm, General Admission tickets and Reserved Seating $72.00. Sound Check Party tickets $199.00. Book now through Ticketek.
Cruise Market @ Newcastle Museum
The Hunter Arts Network (HAN) is holding their first Cruise Market today, 9am to 3pm, to coincide with a big cruise liner coming into Newcastle Harbour. Original handcrafted goods will be showcased by HAN’s finest artists, designers, jewellers and craft people from the Hunter. Meet the artists and designers as well as see them at work through demonstrations throughout the day. The Cruise Market is being held outside Newcastle Museum on Workshop Way, under the awnings.
Hunter Connect & Surfers for Autism @ Nobbys Beach
Have you or know someone with a child who has Autism? Give them a gift this summer by teaching them how to surf! Kids as young as 4 will jump on a board with qualified instructors and trained volunteers. There will be face painting, beach craft and games for the kids while parents and carers receive a free neck and shoulder massage! There will be a free lunch and water provided for families and volunteers, so why not come out and enjoy the festivities! Event runs 8am-4pm, with registration essential at the Surfers for Autism website. Don’t forget to bring your swimmers, sunscreen, hat and child floatation device if necessary. The event is free to the public, so if you would rather stay on the sidelines, cheer on these kids who will certainly have a blast!
Newcastle Permanent’s Cinema Under the Stars @ King Edward Park
Back by popular demand, recently crowned Golden Globe winning animation film Brave will be screened for free at King Edward Park. Gates open 5.30pm with the movie starting when the sun sets (approx. 8pm). There will be free entertainment before the movie and food can be purchased when you get there. A free shuttle buss will operate on a loop from 4pm until the movie begins, travelling to King Edward Park from: Court House Car Park, Bolton Street, Newcastle, Bar Beach Car Park, Memorial Drive, Bar Beach. It will resume at 10pm to return guests to their cars.
Sunday 20th January
Nobbys Lighthouse Open
Again it is Sunday and again you have another chance to experience excellent views of the city from Nobbys Headland. Open 10am to 4pm, a kiosk will serve tea, coffee, cake and other light refreshments, or why not have a picnic with your loved ones. FREE Entry.
Monday 21st January
The New Year Catalogue @ Cooks Hill Galleries
Trying to get over a bad case of Mondayitis? Why not get inspired by looking through the New Year Catalogue from Cooks Hill Galleries. This online only exhibition is a compilation of established Australian artists, mid career, and some of the Galleries artists new works, which are offered for sale. Visit the exhibition here.
Tuesday 22nd January
Six Summer Flicks @ Tower Cinemas
Escape the summer heat by giving Tower Cinemas a visit during the Six Summer Flicks initiative, presented annually by the Newcastle Art Gallery Society. Tonight at 6.30pm Indian film Trishna (MA) will take you on a journey through a modern day re-telling of Thomas Hardy’s classic novel Tess of the d’Urbervilles. Acclaimed British director, Michael Winterbottom has beautifully filmed this tale of love and tragedy which stars Freida Pinto (Slumdog Millionaire) as Trishna.
Wednesday 23rd January
Saskwatch @ Great Northern Hotel
This nine-piece band from Melbourne will perform a mix of soulful songs, giving you a nice mix of slow and outright psychedelic tunes. Continuing on from a massive 2012, playing at Golden Plains, Falls Music & Arts and Edinburgh Fringe Festivals, they have supported Earth, Wind and Fire, Hypnotic Brass Ensemble and Maceo Parker. You will not want to miss this band! Doors Open 8pm. Entry Cost: TBC
Thursday 24th January
Six Summer Flicks @ Tower Cinemas
Get in quick for the last movie in the Six Summer Flicks series, Paris Manhattan. Starting at 630pm, debut writer/director Sophie Lellouche brings us a French romantic comedy about an idealistic young woman who draws her philosophies from the works of her favourite film maker, Woody Allen. This film is certainly one to watch for anyone bitten by the Woody bug, or the City of Lights.
Leadfinger @ The Wickham
Get your heart pumping at this free 18+ show with Leadfinger and supporting act The Delta Lions. Leadfinger have been busy over the past year writing tracks and putting together their sneak-preview EP Ripped Genes and Analogue Dreams. These tracks will get you excited for their upcoming fourth album, No Room At The Inn, set to be released in February 2013. Show starts at around 8pm.
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