Whats On In Newcastle This Week: Abby Dobson, Allergy Free Cooking And The Melbourne Comedy Festival Roadshow
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YES! Three day weekend! Here at Urban Insider we have so much planned for you over the weekend you’ll need the extra day to recuperate.
As usual there are plenty of live acts to check out including Aussie hip hop stars Yung Warriors and Abby Dobson as well as some live sport with the Knights v Raiders game. As per usual we’ve also thrown in something a little different with the Melbourne Comedy Roadshow and an allergy free cooking class.
Thursday 7th June
Abby Dobson @ Lizzote’s
Ex Leonardo’s Bride font-woman has been described by The Independent, England as “A mega watt powerful voice which conjures melancholy, romance and sex, seemingly out of the ether”, Abby Dobson is returning to Lizzote’s tonight upon the release of her most recent album, Live at the Spiegeltent.
Abbey will also be performing tracks from her highly acclaimed solo album, Rise Up, from which the song, ‘Horses’, was voted 2nd in an international songwriting competition by industry heavyweights Robert Smith of The Cure, Tom Waits, Robbie Williams and Timbaland.
Abby Dobson is playing at Lizzote’s located at 31 Morehead St, Lambton, tickets are $35pp, for more information call (02) 4956 2066 or visit this website.
Jazz Factory @ The Great Northern Hotel
It’s back! Musicians and music lovers are all invited to the Jazz Factory tonight.
Join Adam Ferrier, Paul Latham, Adam Morris and Steve Woodster with your instrument and play with your chance to win a prize and your spot in the final showdown.
All ages and styles are welcome, winners are judged by the rowdiest applause- so bring your mates and shout them first round.
Entry to the Jazz Factory is free and commences at 7.30pm for more information call (02) 4927 5728 or visit this website.
Friday 8th June
Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow @ the Civic Theatre
If you didn’t make it to the Melbourne Comedy Festival this year then get to the Civic Theatre this Friday, Saturday or Sunday for the Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow.
With a selection of Australian and international comedians the Roadshow lineup includes MC Lawrence Mooney, Tommy Dean, Josh Earl, DeAnne Smith, and ‘Randy’, considered to be the choice picks from one of the world’s largest comedy festivals.
Warning: Performances may contain coarse language, sexual references and material that can offend. It is recommended for people aged 15 years or older.
Tickets to the Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow are $50pp to book or for more information call (02) 4929 1977 or visit this website.
One Mike (single launch) @ The Cambridge Hotel
Check out local hip hop artist One Mike at the Cambridge this Thursday night for the launch of his debut single the Awakened One.
Having supported the likes of The Herd, Def Wish Cast, Thundamentals and Dialectix, One Mike has worked tirelessly since going solo at the start of 2010.
Following on from the great response his self produced mix tape, Visionary, in 2011 One Mike has developed his sound further without the luxury of produced beats and a recording studio, with future plans to release a debut album and short documentary on his unique hip hop lifestyle.
Check out his latest single Awakened One here.
Tickets are available through Moshtix, for more information call (02) 4962 2459 or visit this website.
Satudray 9th June
Newcastle Knights v Canberra Raiders @ Hunter Stadium
Take your family and mates to support the Knights this Saturday in what is one of the most important matches of the season.
Despite losing 5 of their past 6 matches and dropping to 13th place on the ladder the Knights only focus this week is picking up two valuable competition points to keep any hope of their finals aspirations alive.
With the Raiders level with the Knights on 10 points they too will be eager to come back after a 40-0 thrashing by the West Tigers in round 13.
Given that both sides are in desperate need for a win, this clash promises to be an exciting one.
Hunter Stadium gates open at 3.15pm with main kick off at 7.30pm, to book tickets or for more information visit this website.
Free Guided Tour (Desert Country) @ the Newcastle Art Gallery
Are you looking to inject some culture into your life… for free? Then join the guides at Newcastle Art Gallery this Saturday morning for a free tour.
With the knowledge of the gallery guides you’ll leave with a deeper understanding of the current exhibition, Desert Country, a travelling exhibition from South Australia featuring contemporary works from the acclaimed desert painting movement.
Guided tours within the Newcastle Art Gallery go from 11am-12pm bookings are not required, for more information call (0)2 4974 5100 or visit their website.
Yung Warrior @ The Cambridge Hotel
Coinciding with the release of their new album, Standing Strong, Australia’s Indigenous hip hop duo the Yung Warriors will be playing at the Cambridge this Saturday as part of their national tour.
Having supported international hip hop heavyweights D12, Akon, 50 Cent and Outlawz the Yung Warriors are rising quickly with their single, Standing Strong, featuring within the Triple J rotation.
Check out their single, Standing Strong, here.
Playing from 8pm- 11.45pm tickets are available through Moshtix @ $15pp. For more information call (02) 4962 2459 or visit this website.
Allergy Free Cooking @ Essential Ingredient
Nutritionist, Karen Green, will show you how to prepare allergy free meals at Essential Ingredient this Sunday.
For those of you who have food allergies or friends and family who do Karen Green will demonstrate how easy it is to prepare meals such as highland oat cakes, freedom cookies, gluten and dairy free pastry, goodie balls and more.
Karen will also discuss the issues facing those who live with food allergies and how best to deal with the challenges of eating out, family gatherings and school lunches.
The allergy free cooking class will be held at Essential Ingredient, 219 Darby St Cooks Hill from 10.30am – 1pm @ $60pp. Bookings essential secure your place by calling (02) 4926 1991.
Dean Krywood @ Bar Petite
Within the first 9 years of his working life former model turned guitarist and singer/songwriter Dean Krywood travelled the globe, sharing the catwalk with the likes of Sarah O’Hare, while perfecting his craft as a musician.
Having supported artists such as Abby Dobson, Delta Goodrem, Eric Clapton and Darryl Braithewaite Dean’s musical influences include Marvin Gaye and George Benson.
Since parting ways with Newcastle group Little Hornet Dean has released an EP Aqua Profonda, and won the ‘best male vocal’ category at the ABC music awards in 2006.
To sample or download songs that feature his indie/pop vibe visit this site.
Dean is playing at Bar Petite from 7pm- 11pm, Entry is free, for more information call (02) 4929 3033 or visit this website.
Sunday 10th of June
HP Duo @ Bar Petite
Check out the HP Duo Steve Hudson and Daniel Pati as they ramp up the atmosphere at Bar Petite this Sunday.
With more than 30 experience in the music industry the HP Duo are seasoned professionals, using their classical music credentials and their individual sound and style to perform the true classics and today’s best hits.
With the combination of guitar, vocals and a double bass the duo have the ability to put a unique twist each song they play.
The HP Duo play at Bart Petite form 4pm- 7pm, entry is free, for more information call (02) 4929 3033 or visit this website.
Monday 11th June
Wollombi Markets @ Wollombi
Held every long weekend the Wollombi Markets attract around 1000 visitors to the beautiful Wollombi area.
With over a hundred stalls the Wollombi markets offer local produce and crafts, plants, clothes, tools, bric-a-brac as well as boutique wineries and natural beauty within the surrounding area.
Run by volunteers the Wollombi Markets benefit a small cross section of their community including the Wollombi Bush Fire Brigade and Wollombi Public School P&C.
The Wollombi Markets will be held from 8am -1pm at Wollombi Saleyards, 2978 Paynes Crossing Road, Wollombi 2325 for more information call (02) 4998 8244 or visit this website.
Wednesday 13th June
Elliot the Bull @ The Cambridge Hotel
The tireless Elliot the Bull are on tour once again in the lead up to the release of their 2nd EP.
Hailing from the Central Coast Elliot the Bull’s eclectic sound features elements of folk, rockabilly, punk, and indie pop that can be sampled at Triple J Unearthed.
This will be the bands third national tour after supporting two US acts Lydia and As Tall As Lions before entering the studio once more with producer Lachlan Mitchell (The Jezabels) to record their second EP.
Entry to this event is free. For more information call (02) 4962 2459 or visit this website.
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