LAKES COAST VISITOR GUIDE | PAGE 47 BAIRNSDALE Fun arts events and culture in Bairnsdale Peter Pan in the Park On selected days between 12-21 January 2024, Bairnsdale locals and visitors can see Bairnsdale's Howitt Park transformed into Neverland. Peter Pan, Tinkerbell, the Darlings, the mermaids, the lost boys and of course the pirates, will all be there, waiting to take you on a fun interactive adventure. With lots of audience participation invited, kids (and their parents) will love helping Peter and Wendy get the better of Captain Hook... with lots of dad jokes thrown-in for the grown-ups! Each year, the local UpStage Theatre School puts on an original pantomime in the park. This fun family event is an opportunity for UpStage's talented students to showcase their many skills, while providing a fun time for families during the school holidays. Peter Pan-to in the Park will be staged in Howitt Park, Bairnsdale on Friday to Sunday, 12-14 January 2024, starting at 3pm; and Friday to Sunday, 19-21 January 2024, starting at 3pm. Adult tickets are $22, kids' tickets are $17 – or free for kids under three years-old. Tickets are available from trybooking.com (click 'Buy tickets' on the trybooking.com home page and follow the prompts). The only theatre school in far East Gippsland, UpStage offers weekly classes for school-aged students, covering a variety of theatre disciplines, including acting, makeup, wardrobe, props, set design and more. To find out more about UpStage Theatre School's production of Peter Pan, as well as other performances and classes, contact UpStage directly via its Facebook page. East Gippsland Art Gallery Located within one of Bairnsdale's most significant historical buildings, East Gippsland Art Gallery is the centre for visual arts, celebrating the diverse artistic spirit of the region through a vibrant and dynamic program of art and cultural experiences for the whole family. Housed in the former Bairnsdale Shire Council Chambers, built-in 1868, this is a popular stop for art lovers on the 'arts trails' of East Gippsland. The Gallery has an ever-changing exhibition calendar that features the work of leading regional artists. Every month it holds exhibition openings, artist talks, events, and art workshops. Gallery Shop The Gallery Shop features handcrafted work by artisans from across East Gippsland, and features small artworks, jewellery, ceramics, timber work, and other surprising creations. The Gallery provides visitors with an ever-changing environment, and an array of amazing art-related opportunities and experiences. While you're there, ask the friendly staff about the many other creative spaces to explore within the region. East Gippsland Art Gallery is located at 2 Nicholson St, Bairnsdale and is open from 10am – 4pm Tuesday to Friday, and Saturdays from 10am - 2pm. Entry is free. For more information and details of current and forthcoming exhibitions, visit eastgippslandartgallery.org.au UpStage Theatre School will be taking audiences in Bairnsdale on a fun Peter Pan adventure in the park from 12-21 January 2024. The East Gippsland Art Gallery Shop features an array of handcrafted work by artisans from across East Gippsland. PB8324 PB18130
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