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arts & culturein north sydney 2021
A comprehensive online guideto arts and culture in North SydneyFor further information and events go northsydney.nsw.gov.auTranslating and Interpreting Service (TIS) 13 14 50.Ask for an interpreter in your language to contactNorth Sydney Council on 9936 8100.This is a free service for Council related services.COVER IMAGEDamien Butler,A Rotunda for Reflective Encounters (detail)
CONTENTS1ART GALLERIES2ART SPACES AND STUDIOS4LITERARY ARTS7HISTORY AND MUSEUMS8MUSIC AND DANCE10THEATRE AND FILM11MARKETS12PUBLIC ART13NORTH SYDNEY PUBLIC ART TRAIL14NORTH SYDNEY PUBLIC ART TRAIL MAP15
ART GALLERIESART REFLECTIONA large collection of framed works including photography,figurative, floral, landscapes, abstract, contemporary,seascapes and original pieces.526-528 Military Rd, Cremorneartreflection.com.auINSIDE/OUTSIDE SCULPTURE PLINTHAn initiative providing opportunities for artists andsculptors to exhibit works inside an outdoor sculptureplinth in Civic Park. Works are exhibited regularly with afocus on contemporary installation and sculpture.Ted Mack Civic Park, 200 Miller St, North Sydney9936 8187 enorthsydneyartsandculturenthsydINTRANSIT ART SPACEA varied and engaging program of exhibitions based onCouncil’s annual arts and cultural programs. Open to localartists and community groups. Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm.200 Miller St, North Sydney9936 8100 enorthsydneyartsandculturenthsydME GALLERYArtist run studios and gallery. Currently open byappointment only. A place where ME becomes WE.25 Atchison St, St Leonards0419 295 271 meartspace.com.aume.artspace meartspacePROJECT [504]Co-operative art initiative and studio featuringestablished and emerging Australian artists.Providing an outlet for artists to showcase theirwork outside the mainstream gallery scene.65 Berry St, North Sydneyproject504.com.aufollowproject504 followproject5042
ART GALLERIESART GALLERIESROCHFORT GALLERYAn emporium dedicated to the applied, decorative andfine arts. Home to both traditional and contemporaryarts, specialty exhibitions from private collections,art prizes, as well as group and solo exhibitions.317 Pacific Highway, North Sydney0438 700 712 rochfortgallery.comrochfortgallery rochfortgalleryROYAL ART SOCIETY OF NSWAn independent not for profit gallery and art school.The Lavender Bay Gallery exhibits high calibreartworks from established and emerging artists, whilstthe Society offers a range of quality art classes.25-27 Walker St, North Sydney9955 5752 royalart.com.auRoyalArtSocietyofNSWTHE GALLERY AT KIRRIBILLI CENTREGallery and studio space available for hire.The Kirribilli Centre, Level 1, 16-18 Fitzroy St, Kirribilli9922 4428 thekirribillicentre.orgkirribillicentreTHE NEW ARTISANS GALLERYInnovative and creative gallery supporting emerging andestablished artists. Hosts a range of artist talks and creativeclasses. Handcrafted pieces by local artists, designers andartisans available instore and online.Shop 2/118 Alfred St South, Milsons Point0439 999 810 ewartisansgalleryTRAFFIC JAM GALLERIESBased minutes from Sydney’s city centre, traffic jam galleriespresent contemporary art exhibitions from a diverse groupof emerging and established artists.41 Military Road, Neutral Bay9953 3831 ay trafficjamgalleries3WHITE RHINO ARTSPACECreate, Exhibit and Connect: New multifunctional artspaceoffering curated exhibitions, artist-run workshops, talksand maker meetings. Gallery available for group and3solo exhibitions.Level 1, 62 Atchison St, St ewhiterhinoartspace2
ART SPACES AND STUDIOSALFRED STREET ARTIST STUDIOSA temporary artist studio program which offers four artists ashared low cost studio space for a one year period. Artists arerequired to share their creative practice with the communitythrough an active and engaging monthly Public Program ofopen days, exhibitions, workshops and artist talks.41A Alfred Street, Milsons Point9936 8187 northsydney artsandculturenthsydART BOX WORKSHOPSArt Box Workshops offer full day creative experiencesduring school holidays and term time. After-school andweekend classes nurture children’s creativity with acurriculum that explores drawing, print making, sculptureand painting. Find your unique painting style in adultexpressive painting classes.35 Barry Ln, Neutral Bay0427 994 454 artboxworkshops.com.auartboxworkshops artboxworkshopsBRIDGET KENNEDY PROJECT SPACEArtist-run initiative supported by North Sydney Councilencompassing a contemporary jewellery and object gallerydisplaying handcrafted work by local artisans. Incorporatesa working studio and space for hands-on workshops,exhibitions and community events.53 Ridge St, North Sydney0411 808 274 ojectspace bridgetkennedyprojectspace44COAL LOADER ARTIST STUDIOA residency program which offers one artist the studiospace for a 12 month period. During this time the artistwill share their creative insights with the community byproviding regular workshops and artist talks.The Coal Loader, 2 Balls Head Dr, Waverton9936 8187 northsydney artsandculturenthsyd
ART SPACES AND STUDIOSCONTACT SHEETPhotography workshops exploring social issues with tailoredprograms for individuals and organisations.60 Atchison Street, St Leonards0416 053 665 contactsheet.com.aucontactsheetphotography contact sheetCRE8TIV GALLERY AND STUDIOSArtist run studios and gallery for emerging and establishedartists to create and connect. Contact for artwork,commissions, opening hours, studio and gallery enquiries.27 Atchison St, St Leonards0414 742 868cre8tivStudiosStLeonards cre8tiv studiosDON BANK WRITER IN RESIDENCE STUDIOResidency program offering a writer the opportunity topursue their work at historic Don Bank Museum, andpresent talks and workshops to the community.6 Napier St, North Sydney9936 8100 northsydney.nsw.gov.au/libraryprogramsMAKER’S LOFT CREATIVE HUBCreative hub offering a range of creative events, workshops,classes, school holiday programs and after school activities.Creative space and equipment available for hire.205 Ernest St, Cammeray0424 625 377 makersloft.com.aumakersloft makersloftME ARTSPACEArtist run studios, the ME gallery, currently open byappointment only. A place where ME becomes WE.25 Atchison St, St Leonards0419295271 meartspace.com.aume.artspace meartspaceNORTH SYDNEY MEN’S SHEDFully-equipped carpenters workshop with an opportunityto socialise. Open to members Tues-Thurs, 10am-4pm.Smoothey Park, 6 Russell St, Wollstonecraft9439 4721 sshed5PAUL MCDONALD ARTIST STUDIOSocially engaged artist, educator and curator whosepersonal practice explores masculinity and mental health.Studio open to the public by appointment.89 Chandos St, St Leonards0410 315 8654
ART SPACES AND STUDIOSPRIMROSE PARK ARTIST STUDIOSA unique artist studio program which offers six artists ashared low cost professional studio space for a one yearperiod. Artists are required to share their creative practicewith the community through an active and engagingmonthly Public Program of open days, exhibitions,workshops and artist talks.Primrose Park, Matora Ln (off Young St), Cremorne9936 8187 northsydneyartsandculturenthsydPRIMROSE PARK ARTS & CRAFT CENTRE INC.Paper-based arts and craft classes, special events andopen access weekends for members and the community.Activities and services include papermaking, mixed media,calligraphy, photography, basketry, contemporary textiles,painting and a fully equipped darkroom for members.Groups include: Artists in the Park, Australian Society ofCalligrapers, Basketry NSW Inc., Primrose Park Photography,Textiles Sydney and Primrose Paper Arts Inc.Primrose Park, Matora Ln (off Young St), Cremorneprimrosepark.com.auPRIMROSE PAPER ARTS INC.Paper Arts membership group sharing skills, experiments,tips and technical advice in all paper arts includingpapermaking, bookmaking and printmaking. Workshopsfor adults and children. Member access to a fully equippedstudio located at the Primrose Park Arts and Crafts er-Arts-Inc.PUNCH STREET STUDIOArtists’ studio and gallery space available for hire.22 Punch St, Artarmon0402 316 680 punchstreetstudio.comSTUDIO ASocial enterprise based in Crows Nest supportingprofessional artists with intellectual disability by providingan art studio, skills-training, professional development andother opportunities. Open to the public by appointment.Level 4, Crows Nest Centre, 2 Ernest St, Crows Nest9439 1281 studioa.org.austudioasydney studio a6
LITERARY ARTSAUSTRALIAN WRITERS’ CENTREA leading centre for fiction, non-fiction and business writingcourses. Achieve your goals with online and face-to-faceoptions to help you rewrite your future.55 Lavender St, Milsons Point9929 0088 BER WRITING ACADEMY AT ALLEN & UNWINThe writing school inside Australia’s leading independentpublishing house will help you get started writing and staythe distance while learning from publishing experts.83 Alexander St, Crows Nest8425 0171 ndUnwinLIVE POETS @ DON BANKA special guest at each meeting and open section foranyone to read, sing, tell a story or play an instrument.Meet 4th Wednesday of the month February to November,7.30pm-10.30pm at Don Bank Museum.6 Napier St, North Sydney0422 263 373livepoetsdonbankSTANTON LIBRARYCollection of books, DVDs, CDs, newspapers and magazines,online databases, PCs, wired and wireless internet, HeritageCentre. Activities include Writers @ Stanton author talkseries, children’s storytime, technology classes, schoolholiday programs, exhibitions, community programs andcultural celebrations.234 Miller St, North Sydney9936 8400 northsydney.nsw.gov.au/libraryStanton Library7
& MUSEUMSHISTORY ANDHISTORYMUSEUMSDON BANK MUSEUMState Heritage listed 19th Century timber house and oneof Council’s premier historical sites. Exhibitions featurehistory of building and former occupants. Guided tours byappointment.6 Napier St, North Sydney9936 8400 northsydney.nsw.gov.au/museumsHARRY DALY MUSEUM & RICHARD BAILEY LIBRARYThis hidden local gem invites visitors to explore humanity’slong quest for pain-relief.Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm by appointment.Level 7, 121 Walker St, North Sydney8556 9700 1800 806 654 asa@asa.org.auASA Australia australiansocietyofanaesthetistsLUNA PARK SYDNEYSydney’s most colourful, exciting and much lovedamusement park. Enjoy classic carnival games, favouriterides including the Ferris Wheel and Rotor and thrillingexperiences such as the Park’s newest ride Volare.1 Olympic Drive, Milsons Point9922 6644 lunaparksydney.comlunaparksydney lunaparksydneyMARY MACKILLOP PLACE MUSEUMPermanent galleries and free-standing heritage cottage onthis symbolic pilgrimage site. Engage in the remarkable storyand legacy of Mary Mackillop, Australia’s first Saint. Open 7days excluding public holidays.7-11 Mount St, North Sydney8912 4878 marymackillopplace.org.auMaryMacKillopPlace marymackillopplace8MAY GIBBS’ NUTCOTE MUSEUM & GIFT SHOPHouse and garden of iconic Australian illustrator andauthor May Gibbs who wrote children’s books includingSnugglepot and Cuddlepie and the Gumnut Babies.Open Wed-Sun, 11am-3pm.5 Wallaringa Ave, Neutral Bay9953 4453 maygibbs.com.aumaygibbsnutcote maygibbsnutcote
HISTORY AND MUSEUMSNORTH SHORE HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC.The Society aims to promote both public knowledge ofand research into local history. It holds monthly meetingsfor members with an interesting speaker, conducts regularexcursions, and provides history prizes to local schools.Stanton Library, 234 Miller St, North Sydney9957 2332 northshorehistoricalsocietyNORTH SYDNEY HERITAGE CENTREFeaturing research collections and a permanent exhibitionexploring the social and cultural heritage of the local area.Assistance available to research family history, house historyand local heritage.Level 1, Stanton Library, 234 Miller Street, North Sydney9936 8400 northsydney.nsw.gov.au/heritageStanton LibraryST THOMAS’ REST PARK AND SEXTON’SCOTTAGE MUSEUMExhibition and information relating to the history of StThomas’ Cemetery, the oldest European burial ground onthe North Shore, and Victorian mourning customs.250 West St, Crows Nest9936 8400 northsydney.nsw.gov.au/museumsTHE COAL LOADER CENTRE FOR SUSTAINABILITYA former industrial coal bunkering facility transformedinto a living museum, displaying best-practice sustainabletechnologies.2 Balls Head Dr, Waverton29936 8100 northsydney.nsw.gov.au/coalloaderCoalLoader CoalLoaderTHE SEABORN, BROUGHTON & WALFORD FOUNDATIONPERFORMING ARTS & STUDY CENTREPublicly accessible performing arts library and archive ofAustralian and local theatre history. Rehearsal/performance/seminar space with grand piano. Join the Friends andVolunteers. Enjoy theatrical events, music, puppetry andfilms. Open Mon-Thu, 10.30am-3.30pmSuite 10, 20 Young St, Neutral Bay9955 5444 sbwfoundation.comSBWFoundation9
MUSIC AND DANCEBIG MUSIC STUDIOSContemporary music school engaged in lessons, bands andperformance programs with musical instrument retail storeand onsite guitar repair workshop.85 Alexander St, Crows Nest8622 6555 bigmusicstudios.com.aubigmusicstudios1 bigmusicstudiosMUSIC MATESMusic education, performance and music businessprograms for all ages.Suite 8, Aria Building, 38-46 Albany St, St Leonards8006 0300 ORTH SYDNEY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRAOne of Sydney’s leading community orchestras, playing fiveconcerts a year. New members enquiries welcome.nsso.org.auNORTHERN SYDNEY YOUTH ORCHESTRACommunity orchestra based in Beecroft, for musiciansaged 5-25 years. Comprised of Strings and Sinfonia, WindEnsemble and Symphony Orchestra.nsyo.org.aunsyorchestraSUNSET CONCERTSEnjoy fine music in a beautiful environment. Musicprovided by Amateur Chamber Music Society (ACMS).Wine and cheese platters available. First Sunday of themonth, March to December from 5pm.The Kirribilli Centre, 16-18 Fitzroy St, Kirribilli9922 4428 thekirribillicentre.orgSYDNEY YOUTH JAZZ ORCHESTRACommunity orchestra based in St Leonards. Focus on jazzand big band ensembles for high school aged h-jazz-orchestraSydney.Youth.Jazz.Orchestra10THE CLASSICAL GUITAR SOCIETY SYDNEYNon-profit organisation enhancing the development ofguitar culture in Australia. Monthly meetings, summerschool, concert series, CD Library and membership.9453 3113 classicalguitarsydney.org
THEATRE AND FILMENSEMBLE THEATREBased in Kirribilli, on the edge of Sydney Harbour, EnsembleTheatre is committed to performing and presenting thebest of international plays, well-loved classics and newAustralian works.78 McDougall St, Kirribilli8918 3400 ensemble.com.auensembletheatre ensembletheatreHAYDEN ORPHEUM PICTURE PALACECelebrating over 80 years of special event cinema. An eclecticmix of contemporary cinema, National Theatre Live, BolshoiBallet, art exhibitions, big band concerts, Met Operas andSydney and French Annual Film Festivals.380 Military Rd, Cremorne9908 4344 orpheum.com.auINDEPENDENT THEATREKnown for its intimate auditorium and renowned acoustics,the Independent is home to concerts and performances bysome of the most accomplished musicians in Australia.269 Miller St, North SydneyBox Office 9955 3000 Enquiries 9409 4462theindependenttheatreSUNSET CINEMASunset Cinema returns to the iconic North Sydney Ovalwith another summer filled with movies for everyone.Experience North Sydney’s biggest outdoor cinema.North Sydney Oval, Fig Tree Ln, North Sydneyinfo@sunsetcinema.com.au sunsetcinema.com.auTheSunsetCinema thesunsetcinemaYOUTH VISUAL STORYTELLING PROGRAMA secondary school program offering opportunities forstudents to develop their creative skills through a series ofworkshops with professional artists.9936 8100 ey artsandculturenthsyd11
MARKETSCOAL LOADER ARTISANS MARKETLast Sunday in February, May, August and November.Original handmade products directly from designers, artistsand makers.The Coal Loader, 2 Balls Head Dr, Waverton9936 8100 northsydney.nsw.gov.au/coalloaderCoalLoaderCROWS NEST MARKET3rd Saturday of the month.Rotary Club of North SydneyErnest Place, Crows Nest0412 210 084 jenny@jmexec.com.auKIRRIBILLI ART, DESIGN & FASHION MARKETS2nd Sunday of the month, hundreds of stalls to explore.Burton St Tunnel, The Old Bowling Green, Milsons Point9922 4428 thekirribillicentre.orgkirribillimarketsKIRRIBILLI GENERAL MARKET2nd Sunday and 4th Saturday of the month.Hundreds of stalls to explore.Burton St Tunnel, The Old Bowling Green, Milsons Point9922 4428 thekirribillicentre.orgkirribillimarketsNORTHSIDE PRODUCE MARKET1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month (no market 2 Jan).Meet the growers, makers and bakers of fabulous freshproduce and handcrafted artisan foods.North Sydney Community Centre, 220 Miller St, North Sydney9922 2299 northsydneycentre.com.aunorthsideproducemarket NthSydMktsTWILIGHT FOOD FAIRTakeaway international food market.Fridays evenings from 4 December to 5 March.Ted Mack Civic Park, 200 Miller St, North Sydney9936 8100 th.sydneyNthSydCouncil12
PUBLIC ART IN NORTH SYDNEYNorth Sydney has a strong collection of publicartworks, many of which have been developedin line with Council’s Public Art Policy. Under thePolicy, Council has commissioned artists to designworks that enhance, enliven and celebrate theenvironment with a strong focus on site specificity.In addition to Council commissioned works, NorthSydney has a varied collection of public art locatedin private developments. Many of the works are inaccessible places whilst some are discretely locatedin smaller parks and reserves.In 2019 Council established the North Sydney PublicArt Register listing 112 public artworks acrossthe local government area, ranging from murals,fountains, stone carvings and sculptures to sitespecific high-quality contemporary public art works.For more information go orthsydney13
NORTH SYDNEY PUBLIC ART TRAILThe North Sydney Public Art Trail is a major arts andcultural initiative, providing a high quality publicart experience for North Sydney that celebratesthe diversity and uniqueness of the locality.Incorporating public artworks, architecture, publicgardens and harbour views, the trail includes 20sites of cultural significance in Kirribilli, Milsons Point,Lavender Bay and North Sydney.Significantly, three site specific sculptures havebeen commissioned by Council and installed in theNorth Sydney CBD over the last three years. DanielTempleman’s Missing Corners is located on the cornerof Pacific Highway and Blue and Walker Streets.Angles of Incidence by Warren Langley and JuliaDavis is located on the corner of Pacific Highway andMiller Street. Damien Butler’s, A Rotunda For ‘ReflectiveEncounters’ is located in St Peters Park on the cornerof Blues Point Road and Blue Street.The NORTH ARTS digital walking tour appaccompanies the trail and provides informationand images on each of the 20 stops, as well as alocational map. The app is free to download on alldigital devices.The digital tour can be walked in three hours andstarted at any stop on the trail. Stops are markedwith a North Sydney Public Art Trail sign post whichincorporates information about the site and braillefor the visually impaired.northsydney.nsw.gov.au/publicart9936 8187artsandculturenorthsydney14
NORTH SYDNEY PUBLIC ART TRAIL MAP1312101191516874561731 LUNA PARK ENTRANCE FACE182 CONEY ISLAND3 COMIC WALK24 WENDY’S SECRET GARDEN5 WENDY’S SECRET GARDEN SCULPTURES1916 CLARK PARK SCULPTURES7 ROYAL ART SOCIETY8 DAMIEN BUTLER, A ROTUNDA FOR‘REFLECTIVE ENCOUNTERS’9 WARREN LANGLEY AND JULIA DAVIS,ANGLES OF INCIDENCE10 FREDDIE TIMMS, LISSADELL, HANY ARMANIOUS ANDMARY TEAGUE, LINES OF COMMUNICATION11 MARY MACKILLOP PLACE12 AUSTRALIAN CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY13 LAWRENCE BECK, MUTIDJULU WANAMBI (THE SERPENT)14 TAMARA DEAN, OUTSIDE IN15 ROBERT WOODWARD FOUNTAINS16 DANIEL TEMPLEMAN, MISSING CORNERS17 CLARY AKON, FOXIE18 RICHARD BYRNES, HARBOUR CYCLES19 LUNA PARK GATEWAY1520 BERNARD LUGINBÜHL, AUSTRALIAN ANGEL20
Collection of books, DVDs, CDs, newspapers and magazines, online databases, PCs, wired and wireless internet, Heritage Centre. Activities include Writers @ Stanton author talk series, children's storytime, technology classes, school holiday programs, exhibitions, community programs and cultural celebrations. 234 Miller St, North Sydney
