Burrinja Presents

Ganga Giri & Charlie Needs Braces - Live in the Lyre

Dance Party - 2 for the price of 1 tickets - on sale now

Sat 26 Jul 7.00pm | Lyre Room 

For one night only, Burrinja’s Lyre Room transforms into a full-blown dance party, with two powerhouse First Nations acts taking the stage: Charlie Needs Braces and Ganga Giri.

This isn’t a sit-down gig — it’s a celebration of rhythm, culture and movement. From Charlie’s upbeat looped vocals and storytelling grooves to Ganga’s pulsing didgeridoo-driven soundscapes, expect a night of deep beats, electric energy and powerful connection to Country.

Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just ready to feel the music in your bones — come join us for a night that moves body and spirit alike.

Check out Ganga Giri and Charlie Needs Braces on YouTube.

Duration: approx. 2 hours
General Admission (standing)
Age suitability: at parental discretion. This event may not be suitable for babies and younger children due to content and/or noise levels.
Please note: The 2-for-1 ticket offer applies to Adult tickets only. We recommend concession holders purchasing multiple tickets take advantage of this offer for the best value.

Tickets $17.50 - $35

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Burrinja Presents

Timeless Frames: a study of place, structure and form | Ted Hughes

Sat 5 Jul - Sun 17 Aug  | Lyre Gallery | Burrinja

Shot entirely on a medium format film camera, this quietly powerful series explores the relationship between people and the spaces they inhabit—urban and natural, constructed and organic. Each image invites viewers to pause and reflect, revealing subtle textures, shapes, and tones that often go unnoticed in our fast-moving world.

Ted’s work doesn’t shout—it listens. His portraits of place offer a contemplative moment in time, asking us to consider how we shape our environments, and how they shape us in return.

Though this is Ted’s first solo show, he’s no stranger to the lens. His work has been shown numerous times in group exhibitions including Burrinja’s Creative Showcase exhibition earlier this year.

As the son of respected local photographer James Hughes, creativity runs deep in his roots. But Ted is forging his own path, with a slow and introspective gaze that’s entirely his own.

Exhibition Opening | Sat 5 July 2pm

Join Ted for drinks and nibbles as we celebrate a fresh new voice in photography. 

All are welcome—don’t miss this inspiring afternoon!

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Burrinja Presents

Markings on Country | Art from Mullum Mullum Indigenous Gathering Place

Sat 19 Jul - Sun 31 Aug  | Burrinja Gallery

Markings on Country brings together powerful voices and visions of local Koori artists. This exhibition celebrates the deep cultural, spiritual and ancestral connections with Country embedded in every brushstroke, carving and mark made. 

Country is more than a place. It is a living entity, rich with stories, knowledge and identity. For First Nations people the act of making art is an act of cultural continuation, marking Country with memory, meaning and presence. 

These connections are expressed through a wide range of artistic forms, from traditional to contemporary.

Markings on Country features works that reflect the strength and resilience of Aboriginal culture, presenting ochres on canvas, wood carving, printmaking and mixed media.  

This exhibition is a celebration of art. It is a space for reflection, recognition and respect. It offers you the opportunity to engage with lived experiences, histories and cultural knowledge of Aboriginal people.

We invite you to walk with us through this powerful collection of works, to listen deeply, and to see the Country through the eyes of its custodians. 

Burrinja Presents

Bushwalk | Rain White

Sat 19 Jul - Sun 31 Aug  | Burrinja Gallery

Rain White’s Bushwalk is a reflective body of work inspired by the therapeutic act of walking through the landscape and the healing power of artmaking. 

Through layers of paint, symbols, patterns, and repetition, Rain explores the emotional and physical experience of place. The rhythmic flow of footsteps is echoed in the intuitive compositions, capturing moments of movement, memory, and emotion. This process-based approach embraces spontaneity and risk, allowing the work to evolve naturally. 

A lifetime spent in the hills informs her deep connection to the forest—a place of growth, renewal, and belonging—where the landscape itself becomes a guide.

Burrinja Presents

Without Bounds | Emily Lowe

Sat 19 Jul - Sun 31 Aug  | Burrinja Gallery

Without Bounds is a striking body of work that explores the profound significance of nature through a process-driven, organic creative practice—free from limitations or the pressure of outcomes.

Inspired by the beauty and complexity of the natural world, Emily challenges the notion of 'creative consumption' by repurposing discarded materials within the traditional medium of acrylic on canvas. Her work transforms waste into vivid depictions of natural phenomena, creating harmony between nature and human impact.

A resident of the Dandenong Ranges and Burrinja Studio artist, Emily is a regular participant in the Dandenong Ranges Open Studios program.

Burrinja Presents

Winter Sunset Sessions | Celebrating Local Artists

Fri 22 Aug | 6pm - 9pm

Join us for a special Friday night celebration of Markings on Country, 'Without Bounds' by Emily Lowe and 'Bushwalk' by Rain White - an evening of local art, music, wine, and storytelling. Experience the creativity of our vibrant artistic community in a relaxed and inspiring setting.

Event Highlights:

6.30pm - 7pm Creative Freedom & Innovative Upcycling with Emily Lowe
Join Emily as she shares the inspiration and creative process behind her exhibition Without Bounds, exploring how freedom and upcycled materials shape her distinctive practice.

7pm - 8pm Collaborative Painting with Rain White 
Join Rain as she shares her inspiration behind her exhibition Bushwalk in creating a painting using the concept of pathways through life. Add marks, symbols and patterns to create an artwork of joined stories and journeys. Once completed, this vibrant piece will be proudly displayed in the Burrinja foyer and shared on our social media platforms.

8pm - 9pm Live Music Performance by Lulu and Tess Hickey (Apolline)
Sisters Lulu (fiddle) and Tess (cello) Hickey are Melbourne-based musicians with deep roots in the Australian folk scene. Drawing from backgrounds in classical and jazz, they bring a unique energy to their trio Apolline, blending diverse influences into an innovative folk sound. Inspired by artists such as Natalie Haas, Hanneke Cassel, and The Fretless, their music is shaped by a love of storytelling and a passion for connecting with audiences. Their creative approach reflects a freedom found in folk, pushing boundaries while staying true to the genre’s emotive core.

6pm - 9pm Wine Tastings by Patch Wines
Patch Wines is the creative partnership of Kirilly Gordon and Matt Talbot, built on a philosophy of minimal intervention and a balance of intuition and winemaking science. Their wines are honest, thoughtfully crafted, and made for pure enjoyment. Sourced from hand-picked grapes grown in acclaimed regions including the Yarra Valley, Nagambie Lakes, and the Pyrenees, each bottle reflects a deep respect for both the land and the craft. 

Sunset Sessions provide a unique opportunity to experience exhibitions in a relaxed, social setting with others who share a passion for culture and creativity.

Tickets $12 - $17

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A-List Entertainment Presents

Akmal

Sat 23 Aug 8.00pm | Burrinja Theatre

Akmal returns with a smash-hit tour after a spiritual journey to India to find himself. Unfortunately, when he got there, he couldn’t find himself anywhere. After all, India is a big place…

On his return to Australia, he was pleased to discover he had been here the entire time. This has absolutely nothing to do with his upcoming show, and he’s sorry he mentioned it.

Stand-up, movies, sketch, TV appearances, radio DJ, talk show host and a published author, Akmal is one of Australia’s most respected, successful and accomplished comics. Lightning quick and a master of unscripted comedy gold, Akmal has an incredible ability to deal with hot topics in an hilarious and slightly offensive way.

As seen on Thank God You’re Here, Have You Been Paying Attention?, Just For Laughs and the Melbourne International Comedy Festival Gala.

'Akmal's strength is his stream-of-consciousness ramblings and his interaction with the audience.' - The Age
'Akmal is an explosion of laughter and entertainment.' - Telegraph Mirror

Doors: 7:40pm
Age suitability: Restricted 15+. Occasional coarse language. This event is not suitable for babies due to content and/or noise levels.

Tickets $49.90 - $54.90

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A-List Entertainment Presents

Ross Noble - Cranium of Curiosities

Fri 29 Aug 8.00pm | Burrinja Theatre

Roll up, roll up! Or use a more conventional form of transport to get to the show. It’s entirely your choice. Unless you accidentally become trapped in a barrel*.

Should that happen, then just find an incline and start rolling to see the one and only Ross Noble.

He is the Wizard of Waffle, The Rambler Royale, The Noodlers’ Noodler, and he’s back live on stage to tour a tornado of tangents. 

What the show will be about is anybody’s guess, but that’s all part of the fun when you look inside his Cranium of Curiosities.

*We strongly advise trying not to get trapped in a barrel before or during the performance. Despite the expression “barrel of laughs,” it may impede your enjoyment of the show and potentially anger a cooper**.

**barrel maker. We are fairly certain the mascara mishap music maker Alice Cooper would be fine with it. 

“Thrilling to watch… weepingly funny” Daily Mail

"No one does off-the-wall noodling better" - Evening Standard (4 Stars)

www.rossnoble.com.

www.alist.com.au.

Doors: 7:30pm
Age suitability: Restricted 15+. Occasional coarse language. This event is not suitable for babies due to content and/or noise levels.

Tickets $51.90 - $56.90

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Burrinja Presents

Soft Geometry | Stephen Glover

Sat 6 Sep - Sun 19 Oct  | Burrinja Gallery

Soft Geometry - An exhibition by Stephen Glover

A resident of the Dandenong Ranges and practising artist/educator, Stephen works from Stain Studio at Burrinja Cultural Centre and brings a long history of both solo and group exhibitions to this latest body of work.

An award-winner at the iconic Linden New Art Postcard Show (2018), Stephen has artworks held in collections across Australia, Denmark, Greece, the United States, Germany, England, and India. Recent solo exhibitions include Yering Station Art Gallery (2023) and Up Gallery (2024).

Soft Geometry challenges the traditionally rigid symbolism of geometric form—long associated with masculine ideals of strength, stability, and rationality. In this series, geometry is softened, blurred, and reimagined, reflecting a symbolic shift from ego towards a more compassionate awareness beyond the self.

With a deep and ongoing interest in abstraction, Stephen draws inspiration from renowned artists including Robert Ryman, Robert Rauschenberg, Paul Klee and also from the colour charts of Ellsworth Kelly.

Exhibition Opening | Sun 7 Sep 2pm - scan the QR code to RSVP

Join Stephen for drinks and nibbles to launch his new exhibition.

All are welcome—don’t miss this inspiring afternoon!

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Burrinja Presents

The Private World of Mind | Stewart MacInnes

Sat 6 Sep - Sun 19 Oct  | Burrinja Gallery

This retrospective exhibition celebrates the profound creative life of Stewart MacInnes (1937 – 2021), an artistic force who devoted decades to creating a vast and varied body of work. 

Stewart grew up in Camperdown and tried his hand at many things – studying law and medicine, exploring advertising and illustration, and pressing wool in shearing sheds. Ultimately, art was where he found his true calling and purpose. 

Stewart’s artworks often depict and explore the human form; abstract and organic, raw and sensuous, harmonising strength and softness. A longtime local of the hills, Stewart lived in Emerald with his wife Carole, where they raised their four children. 

He worked as a gardener, an occupation he loved, offering him a meditative sense of peace, as did his art.

Stewart rarely exhibited his work and never created to impress or please. For him, art was a lifeline — an honest expression sustained by need rather than recognition. His creations would ‘paint themselves’ Stewart used to say. Art remained for him a Private World of Mind.

This exhibition brings together a wide-ranging selection of his paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints, and poetry. 

Exhibition Opening | Sun 7 Sep 2pm - scan the QR code to RSVP

Join us for drinks and nibbles to launch his new exhibition.

All are welcome—don’t miss this inspiring afternoon!

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Burrinja Presents

The Maes - Live in the Lyre

Thu 25 Sep 7.30pm | Lyre Room 

The Maes bring modern folk to life with lush harmonies and acoustic mastery on guitar, mandolin, fiddle and banjo. Born in Central Victoria, the sisters grew up immersed in a melting pot of music from around the world washed up on stolen land. The Maes are outstanding live, with engaging storytelling and spine-tingling harmonies. The sisters draw their audience in like your sweetest and scariest friend. With echoes of Gillian Welch and The Waifs, there is a timeless luminescence and simplicity to the songwriting and sound of Maggie and Elsie Rigby. 

As well as selling out headline shows around the country and overseas, their international festival appearances include appearances at the Telluride Bluegrass Festival (USA) Edmonton Folk Festival (Canada) Orkney Folk Festival (UK) and Woodford Folk Festival (Aus). 

The band's fourth studio album, 'Abreast' is coming out in July of 2025 and will be supported by a tour of the UK opening for Grace Petrie as well as playing the Shetland and Orkney Folk Festivals. The Maes are also celebrating the album's release by curating a one-day folk-festival-style event, 'Abreastival' in Castlemaine's iconic Theatre Royal. The band's previous albums, 2019's self-titled record and 2017's Take Care, Take Cover won the Music Victoria, Folk/Roots Album of the Year among a host of other accolades. 

"The Maes folk/pop sensibility is alluring. I'm a sucker for harmonies and these girls cover this ground with such bluegrass perfection, it makes me realise so many styles of our music grow from the same old tree - we are merely branches away from each other." – Troy Cassar-Daley

"I’ve always had such love for The Maes! Their timeless sound is always sung with such sincerity and emotion straight from the heart." – Josh Teskey

Duration: approx. 3 hours
General Admission (standing)
Age suitability: at parental discretion. This event may not be suitable for babies and younger children due to content and/or noise levels.

Tickets $28 - $33

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Premier Artists and Ellpee presents

Vika & Linda

Sun 28 Sep 4.00pm | Burrinja Theatre

Vika & Linda have captivated Australian audiences for over 35 years with their powerful harmonies and magnetic stage presence. From their Tongan roots singing in church to global tours with The Black Sorrows, the sisters have released eight studio albums, topped charts, and collaborated with legends like Paul Kelly and Kasey Chambers. Inducted into the Music Victoria Hall of Fame and awarded the OAM for their service to music, Vika & Linda are revered for their genre-spanning versatility and soul-stirring performances.

With enduring influence and boundless energy, they remain one of Australia’s most treasured and trailblazing vocal duos. Join them for a very special and intimate show accompanied by renowned guitarist Ben Edgar.

Doors: 3:30pm
Duration: approx 100 minutes including 20-minute interval
Allocated Seating
Age suitability: at parental discretion. This event may not be suitable for babies and younger children due to content and/or noise levels.

Check out www.vikaandlinda.com.au and YouTube

Tickets $69.95

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Luna Live presents

The Black Sorrows | The Quintessential Tour

Sat 4 Oct 8.00pm | Burrinja Theatre

40+ years in the making …The Quintessential Black Sorrows is a handpicked journey through the soul, grit and timeless genre-defying songwriting that has made Joe Camilleri and The Black Sorrows one of Australia’s most enduring bands. 

To celebrate the milestone, double album release, the band will embark on a nationwide tour commencing in September 2025.

The Black Sorrows have been at the forefront of Australian music for decades. The band are renowned for their high-energy live shows and infectious raw, rootsy rhythms. Under the leadership of the charismatic music legend Joe Camilleri, The Black Sorrows have evolved into one of the most sophisticated ensembles in the country.

The Black Sorrows, in one form or another, have not stopped recording or performing since Joe formed the band in 1984. They have toured Europe numerous times playing songs that have become radio staples like Chained to the Wheel, Harley and Rose, Hold On To Me and Never Let Me Go. There have been multi-platinum albums, collectively sales of over three million records worldwide, ARIA Awards and Nominations and Hall of Fame honours.

Doors: 7:30pm
Duration: approx 2 hours 20 mins including interval
Allocated Seating
Age suitability: at parental discretion. This event may not be suitable for babies and younger children due to content and/or noise levels.

Tickets $69.90

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Burrinja Presents

The Music Between with Special Guests Alchemy Duo - Live in the Lyre

Sat 11 Oct 7.30pm | Lyre Room 

We invite you to experience "The Music Between," an extraordinary performance featuring four remarkable artists—Misagh Zamani, Ria Soemardjo, Vinod Prasanna, and Rosa Voto. This collaboration celebrates the rich tapestry of musical traditions as they intersect and evolve, bridging cultures from Iran to Indonesia, India to Italy.

Misagh Zamani, a virtuoso who masterfully plays 16 instruments including the clarinet and Persian bagpipes, leads this unique endeavor. Ria Soemardjo’s haunting vocals reflect her Australian-Indonesian heritage, while Vinod Prasanna enchants audiences with his evocative bansuri melodies. Rosa Voto brings a fusion of Italian and Mediterranean traditions, creating a mesmerizing auditory experience.

Together, these four talented artists explore the profound connections within their diverse musical legacies, showcasing what is possible when creativity thrives in an open and collaborative environment. Join us for this celebration of cultural interaction and musical evolution. 

Alchemy Duo (Special Guests)
Jordan Scotney & Michael Arvanitakis are a dynamic duo who fuse a variety of genres to create a rich and dynamic tapestry. Their performances feature elements of world music, neoclassical, minimalism and funk. With piano, cello, sitar, percussion & tasteful looping, they will take you on a journey from the meditative to the ecstatic.

Duration: approx. 3 hours
Doors open - 7pm
Alchemy Duo - 7.30pm
The Music Between - 8.30pm
General Admission (standing)
Age suitability: at parental discretion. This event may not be suitable for babies and younger children due to content and/or noise levels.

Tickets $25 - $30

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Artbridge Entertainment & Craft Music Present

Felicity Urquhart & Josh Cunningham - Live in the Lyre

Thu 30 Oct 7.30pm | Lyre Room 

Two voices. One heart. Zero pretence. Raw, real, and ridiculously good, the music born of this unique pairing has been described as “folksy country” but in truth, it cannot be contained within a simple genre description.

The highly recognisable guitar work of Josh Cunningham has been a defining element to the sound of iconic Australian band The Waifs for over three decades, whilst over the same time span, Felicity Urquhart developed a voice and style that must be experienced to be believed as she summited the pinnacle of Australian country music.

Not content to stay in their ‘folk rock royalty’ or ‘queen of country’ lanes, the couple simply make the music of their hearts, creating the category-defying sound that inspires joy and stirs the soul.

Already ARIA-nominated (The Song Club) and three times Golden Guitar winners (Birdsong), these legends aren’t resting on their laurels - they’re writing the next chapter. Catch fresh tracks from their upcoming album, plus the songs you already love, as you join them on a musical journey that’s fiery and full of heart, where past and present harmonise, and every note tells a story. Don’t miss it.

Duration: approx. 3 hours
General Admission (standing)
Age suitability: at parental discretion. This event may not be suitable for babies and younger children due to content and/or noise levels.

Tickets $38 - $43

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Coolin' By Sound Records and Press Play Presents

Mick Thomas & The Roving Commission - GoTourComeBack

Sun 16 Nov 4pm | Burrinja Theatre 

GoComeBack is the name of the album. GoTourComeBack is the name of the tour as Mick and the full Roving Commission line-up head around the country with their new record made in Auckland at Neil Finn’s Roundhead studios with award winning producer Steven Schram. First Step in a Homeward Direction is the first single from the album - entering the AIR Chart at #1 in June, followed by a sold out national tour. The new bunch of songs are set to slot in seamlessly beside the old faves that have been part of Christmas celebration for so many, for so long.

Mick and the band are proud to announce Hana and Jessie-Lee’s Bad Habits as special guests for this performance.

Doors: 3.30pm
Jessie-Lee’s Bad Habits 4pm
Mick Thomas & The Roving Commission - 4.40pm
Duration: approx 2 hours including 20-minute interval
Age suitability: at parental discretion. This event may not be suitable for babies and younger children due to content and/or noise levels.

Tickets $59 - $64

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Flying Saucer Presents presents

Tex Perkins & Matt Walker

Sat 29 Nov 8.00pm | Burrinja Theatre

Tex Perkins has been around for a while now, The Beasts, The Cruel Sea, The Dark Horses, The Man In Black, T’n’T to name a few. Tex has built his reputation on a restless sense of adventure, an ability to evolve and adapt, a dark sense of humour, and a knack for teaming up with uniquely talented players who help bring out the best in him.

Matt Walker is one such player, long established as a respected singer-songwriter and much sought-after guitarist. He’s worked with many great people over his 30-year career.

Tex and Matt finally released the self-titled album Tex Perkins & The Fat Rubber Band in November 2021, which they wrote and produced together, and was followed by the band’s second album, Other World, in 2023.

Later in 2023, we saw The Cruel Sea’s long-awaited reunion for the 30th anniversary tour of "The Honeymoon is Over" album. Fans rejoiced as the band returned to the stage, delivering unforgettable performances that showcased the timeless brilliance of their music. Amidst the excitement, Matt Walker stepping in for the late James Cruickshank brought a fresh dynamic to the band and hinted at an exciting new chapter yet to come.

As a duo, Matt and Tex play co-written originals, well-chosen heartfelt cover versions and classics from Tex’s back catalogue (Cruel Sea, Beasts of Bourbon, The Dark Horses etc).

Critics have described Tex and Matt shows as often thrilling, deeply moving and a lot of fun.

Doors: 7:30pm
Duration: approx 2 hours 20 mins including interval
Allocated Seating
Age suitability: at parental discretion. This event may not be suitable for babies and younger children due to content and/or noise levels.

Tickets $64 - $69

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