The Camden Civic Centre was officially reopened after a $9.9 million upgrade, enhancing its facilities as a modern, multi-purpose venue. The project included improved workspaces, public art installations, and a new grand piano. The council and government funding ensured a functional space for community events, strengthening local cultural support.
Category: Music history
Sydney’s Cultural Identity: A City of Contradictions
Sydney presents a striking contrast between its stunning harbour and perceived lack of cultural depth. Critics argue the city is a "cultural wasteland," with isolated artistic venues and a fragmented entertainment scene, unlike the vibrant precincts found in Melbourne, London and New York. Sydney's cultural identity partly emerges from its diverse tribes and subcultures that are found in the depths of the suburbs.
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Hawaiian Music and Hula Dance Craze in 1920s Camden: A Historical Perspective
Hawaiian music and dance arrived in Camden after sweeping the rest of the country on the stage, at the movies and broadcast across the radio waves. The craze of the 1920s and 1930s was centred on hula dancing and the steel guitar.Â
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Camden Live & Local 2018: Eclectic Music Festival Across Camden’s Venues
The 2018 Live and Local Camden music festival showcased over 50 musicians across 15 eclectic venues. The festival's growth included jazz ensembles, young talents, and accomplished musicians, creating a diverse and immersive experience for attendees. This cultural event contributed to the development of an arts precinct and celebrated the significance of live music in community storytelling and place-making.
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Billie Holiday on stage at the Belvoir Street Theatre
Review: Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill by Lanie Robertson. Musical Arrangements by Danny Holgate. Belvoir St Theatre, 14 September – 15 October 2023. Theatre performance with heart I recently attended a theatre performance with a strong humanitarian message at the Belvoir Street Theatre in Surry Hills. The show was a combination of cabaret… Continue reading Billie Holiday on stage at the Belvoir Street Theatre
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We need new ways to tell stories of the past
We need new ways to tell local stories in the face of fake news, the search for 'the truth' and a host of conspiracy theories. Stories about our past need to based on evidence from a range of credible sources. There is a need to be a historical detective.
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An amazing woman, Sheila Murdoch
Sheila Murdoch was a community worker, musician and mother of five children. She was a rural woman from Orangeville who served her community, church and family.
