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A community arts and creative worship space, an initiative of Newtown Mission.
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Annandale Creative Arts Centre provides a place for the development of innovative arts practice, community involvement in the arts and creative expression of faith. Located in the Uniting Church buildings in the hub of Annandale village life, the centre currently hosts:

- weekly classes open to the community

- regular studio space for working artists of different disciplines

- seasonal worksho

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- seasonal performances and exhibitions from professional musicians, dancers, actors and visual artists

- monthly and seasonal opportunities for creative worship expression

Check out our timetable here: http://www.annandalecreativearts.com/ #!timetable/cee5

For more information, contact Annandale Creative Arts Centre Manager, Helen Wright, [email protected]

22/11/2024

Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall is TONIGHT!

Come along to share your artmaking, to support your friends, or to enjoy performance and visual art by our featured artists!

Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall
Where: Annandale Creative Arts Centre, 81 Johnston St Annandale 2038.
When: Friday 22nd November, doors open at 7pm for 7:30pm start
Register here: https://forms.gle/ZUfThTxCnnyFZrB99
Cost: Free!
Registrations are open on the night at 7pm.

More details: https://fb.me/e/3T2qe12Xz

Image Description: Poet Lynne Fairly reads vignettes about life in Sydney’s Inner West as photos from the area are displayed on a banner onstage.

21/11/2024

Our Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall event is coming up tomorrow night!

The featured visual artist is Naomi Downie, who will display a collection of artwork, and our featured performer is musical duo Emily Smith and Hugh Blackall.

Others are invited to bring along something you've created to share around our walls or on our stage. It's a multi-arts open mic night for original works and works in progress. Let's celebrate art making!

Come at 7pm if you have artwork to set up or want to put your name down to participate in the Open Stage. (Note that stage contributions should aim to be 3-5mins, e.g. a song or a couple of poems. Chat to us if your artform might need longer)

Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall
Where: Annandale Creative Arts Centre, 81 Johnston St Annandale 2038.
When: Friday 22nd November, doors open at 7pm for 7:30pm start
Register here: https://forms.gle/ZUfThTxCnnyFZrB99
Cost: Free!
Registrations are open on the night at 7pm.

Video Description: A compilation video of people performing on stage at Annandale and artworks shared during Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall in July, with music by Heather Prowse and 343 Brass Band.

19/11/2024

Our featured performing artist for Make Art Night this Friday is ACAC Collective member Emily Smith and her musical duo partner Hugh Blackall!

Emily Smith is an art therapist and trauma-informed voice teacher working in Sydney. While her creative energy is largely focused on helping others heal through therapeutic art making, singing, and songwriting, she nurtures her own artistic identity through musical collaboration and an ongoing journey to embrace her authentic voice.

Hugh Blackall is a songwriter, producer, singer and guitarist from Sydney who was raised on Powderfinger and The Cranberries in the back of the family car. From pensive folk to soaring pop rock; international pop superstars to his brother's various metalcore bands; his influences are varied, but his work is always driven by the joy of listening and sharing music.

Emily and Hugh began making music together in 2019 and, after a COVID-induced hiatus, are thrilled to be creating again as a duo. While still a work in progress, they find inspiration and support through their creative partnership, with a shared love of singing in harmony and belief that music is better with friends.

Image Description: Emily (left) sings into a microphone and plays guitar, outdoors. Hugh (right) sings into a microphone and plays guitar, indoors. Both wear floral prints.

18/11/2024

Calling all dancer-makers and movers!
Do you have a new piece you're excited to share with a welcoming and supportive community?

Join us at Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall on 22nd November and showcase your work as part of our multi-arts open mic night.
Come be a part of an incredible evening filled with diverse performances and creativity—we’d love to have you join the fun!

Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall
Where: Annandale Creative Arts Centre, 81 Johnston St Annandale 2038.
When: Friday 22nd November, doors open at 7pm for 7:30pm start
Register here: https://forms.gle/ZUfThTxCnnyFZrB99
Cost: Free!
Registrations are open on the night at 7pm.

Image Description: Previous Featured artist at Make Art Night and ACAC resident company Bonnie Curtis Projects on stage with their work GIRLS GONE WILD.
Three women wearing pink satin outfits pulling apart pillows on a stage surrounded by mess including shopping bags, cooking pots, chairs, and pillow stuffing.

15/11/2024

Calling all visual artists!
Have a piece of artwork you’d love to share with a friendly, supportive community?

Bring your creations to Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall and showcase them with the ACAC community as part of our multi-arts open mic night.

Not an artist? No problem!
Come along and enjoy the night as part of our audience.
We’d love for you to experience the incredible variety of art featured at our Open Stage, Open Wall event!

Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall
Where: Annandale Creative Arts Centre, 81 Johnston St Annandale 2038.
When: Friday 22nd November, doors open at 7pm for 7:30pm start
Register here: https://forms.gle/ZUfThTxCnnyFZrB99
Cost: Free!
Registrations are open on the night at 7pm.

Image Description: A drawing by Naomi Downie with white pencil on black paper drawing from Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall in July.

12/11/2024

We are delighted that Naomi Downie will be our featured visual artist at Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall on Friday 22nd November.

Naomi’s work is influenced by the intersection of creativity, contemplation and connection with nature and the urban worlds she resides in. She has explored the challenge of drawing while at music gigs, in situ by the river, at poetry readings at cafes and attending dance rehearsals. Channelling her many influences and bringing them into the studio, each brush stroke of her oil paintings are imbued with feeling and meaning.

Naomi’s childhood was filled with running down Melbourne’s laneways and climbing fences to visit neighbours. Her formative teenage years saw a move to Newcastle, where picnics at Blackbutt were regular and sunrise tai chi on Nobbys headland time shared.
She has studied under professional artists, with Ron Hartree Art Studio in Newcastle, Marie Brahe at John Orban Studio in Glebe and currently under Matilda Mitchelle in Petersham. Naomi is currently looking forward to her group show Reflections in October at Gallery 371.

Join us on Friday 22nd November to enjoy Naomi’s art: https://www.facebook.com/share/1p1yvWFk6DUxBgcx/

Image Description: Naomi looks into the camera, wearing a blue print shirt. Behind her is a white display wall of artworks and a microphone stand.

08/11/2024

Calling all musicians!
Have a song you'd love to share with a welcoming and supportive community?

Bring your music to Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall and showcase it with the ACAC community as part of our multi-arts open mic night.

Come and experience the incredible variety of creativity featured at our Open Stage, Open Wall event—we’d love to see you there!

Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall
Where: Annandale Creative Arts Centre, 81 Johnston St Annandale 2038.
When: Friday 22nd November, doors open at 7pm for 7:30pm start
Register here: https://forms.gle/ZUfThTxCnnyFZrB99
Cost: Free!
Registrations are open on the night at 7pm.

Video Description: Musicians Heather Prowse, Nathan Parks and Joe Lisk playing an original 343 Brass Band tune on stage at Annandale Creative Arts Centre.

01/11/2024

Calling all poets!

Do you have a poem you’re itching to share with a warm and supportive crowd? Bring your words to Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall and share them with the ACAC community as part of our multi-arts open mic night.

Not ready to perform? No worries! Come along and enjoy an evening of diverse creative performances as part of the audience.

Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall
Where: Annandale Creative Arts Centre, 81 Johnston St Annandale 2038.
When: Friday 22nd November, doors open at 7pm for 7:30pm start
Register here: https://forms.gle/ZUfThTxCnnyFZrB99
Cost: Free!
Registrations are open on the night at 7pm.

Image Description: Jordan Rastrick sharing his poetry at Make Art Night in July. Jordan is standing on the stage at Annandale Creative Arts Centre speaking into a microphone on a stand. He is wearing a black and grey striped shirt and black pants.

10/10/2024

NEW DATE ANNOUNCED

We are delighted to invite you to our rescheduled Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall on FRIDAY 22ND NOVEMBER.

Please put it in your diaries and come along to share what you're making or support local artists of all artforms.

More details to come: https://www.facebook.com/share/DSnARj996srbCjjo/

06/10/2024

Make Art Night POSTPONED

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the team have decided to postpone this Friday's Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall.

Stay tuned for when we announce the new date - we're keen to make and share art with you all!

03/10/2024

Calling all dancer-makers and movers!

Do you have a new piece you're excited to share with a welcoming and supportive community?

Join us at Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall and showcase your work as part of our multi-arts open mic night.

Come be a part of an incredible evening filled with diverse performances and creativity—we’d love to have you join the fun!

Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall
Where: Annandale Creative Arts Centre, 81 Johnston St Annandale 2038.
When: Friday 11th October, doors open at 7pm for 7:30pm start
Register here: https://forms.gle/ZUfThTxCnnyFZrB99
Cost: Free!
Registrations are open on the night at 7pm.

Image Description: Previous Featured artist at Make Art Night and ACAC resident company Bonnie Curtis Projects on stage with their work GIRLS GONE WILD.
Three women wearing pink satin outfits pulling apart pillows on a stage surrounded by mess including shopping bags, cooking pots, chairs, and pillow stuffing.

20/09/2024

We are delighted to announce that Naomi Downie will be our featured visual artist at Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall.

Naomi’s work is influenced by the intersection of creativity, contemplation and connection with nature and the urban worlds she resides in. She has explored the challenge of drawing while at music gigs, in situ by the river, at poetry readings at cafes and attending dance rehearsals. Channelling her many influences and bringing them into the studio, each brush stroke of her oil paintings is imbued with feeling and meaning.

Naomi’s childhood was filled with running down Melbourne’s laneways and climbing fences to visit neighbours. Her formative teenage years saw a move to Newcastle, where picnics at Blackbutt were regular and sunrise tai chi on Nobbys headland time shared.
She has studied under professional artists, with Ron Hartree Art Studio in Newcastle, Marie Brahe at John Orban Studio in Glebe and currently under Matilda Mitchelle in Petersham. Naomi is currently looking forward to her group show Reflections in October at Gallery 371.

Join us on Friday 11th October to enjoy Naomi’s art: https://www.facebook.com/share/1p1yvWFk6DUxBgcx/

Image Description: Naomi looks into the camera, wearing a blue print shirt. Behind her is a white display wall of artworks and a microphone stand.

15/09/2024

Get ready for our next Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall on Friday, October 11th at 7:30pm!

Got a creative project you're excited about? Whether it's poetry, music, painting, dance, theatre—anything—we’d love for you to share it with our super friendly, supportive crew!

Come by at 7pm with whatever you're making, or just show up to soak in the amazing vibes and cheer on local talent.

It’s a fun, laid-back night where everyone’s welcome to create, connect, and celebrate all kinds of art!

Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall
Where: Annandale Creative Arts Centre, 81 Johnston St Annandale 2038.
When: Friday 11th October, doors open at 7pm for 7:30pm start
Register here: https://forms.gle/ZUfThTxCnnyFZrB99
Cost: Free!
Registrations are open on the night at 7pm

Image Description: White text on a blue background reads, “Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall. 7:30pm, Friday 11th October. Annandale Creative Arts Centre, an initiative of Newtown Mission.” In the centre, white graphics of a microphone, an easel and a dancer.

26/07/2024

Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall is tonight!

Come along to share your artmaking, to support your friends, or to enjoy jazz music by Heather Prowse.

Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall
Where: Annandale Creative Arts Centre, 81 Johnston St Annandale 2038.
When: Friday 26 July, doors open at 7pm for 7:30pm start
Register here: https://forms.gle/ZUfThTxCnnyFZrB99
Cost: Free!
Registrations are open on the night at 7pm.

More details: https://fb.me/e/3T2qe12Xz

Image Description: Heather Prowse and Katrina Breuker perform a collaborative music and movement work at Creative Conversations 2023. Both sit onstage on a green couch. Heather holds a trumpet and Katrina hangs from an aerial rope.

25/07/2024

Our Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall event is coming up tomorrow night!

Our featured artist is jazz musician Heather Prowse, who will perform a set with Nathan Parks and Joe Lisk, all members of 343 Brass Band.

Others are invited to bring along something you've created to share around our walls or on our stage. It's a multi-arts open mic night for original works and works in progress. Let's celebrate art making!

Come at 7pm if you have art work to set up or want to put your name down to participate in the Open Stage.

(note stage contributions should aim to be 3-5mins eg a song or a couple of poems. Chat to us if your artform might need longer)

Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall
Where: Annandale Creative Arts Centre, 81 Johnston St Annandale 2038.
When: Friday 26 July, doors open at 7pm for 7:30pm start
Register here: https://forms.gle/ZUfThTxCnnyFZrB99
Cost: Free!
Registrations are open on the night at 7pm.

Image Description: LeeAnne Litton performs a dance work, dressed in a red boilersuit, with a tire and various ropes, at Creative Conversations in 2023.

24/07/2024

Calling all visual artists!
Do you have an artwork or artworks you’d love to share with a friendly, supportive community?

Bring your art to Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall and share it with the ACAC community as part of the multi arts open mic night.

Don’t have an artwork to share?
Come along and be part of our audience.
We’d love you to experience the diverse range of art featured at our Open Stage, Open Wall night.
Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall
Where: Annandale Creative Arts Centre, 81 Johnston St Annandale 2038.
When: Friday 26 July, doors open at 7pm for 7:30pm start
Register here: https://forms.gle/ZUfThTxCnnyFZrB99
Cost: Free!
Registrations are open on the night at 7pm.

Image Description: An artwork hanging on a white wall with a purple light illuminating it with a person looking at the artwork.

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81 Johnston Street, Annandale
Sydney, NSW
2038

Website

http://www.annandalecreativearts.com/

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Our Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall event is coming up tomorrow night! The featured visual artist is Naomi Downie, who will display a collection of artwork, and our featured performer is musical duo Emily Smith and Hugh Blackall. Others are invited to bring along something you've created to share around our walls or on our stage. It's a multi-arts open mic night for original works and works in progress. Let's celebrate art making! Come at 7pm if you have artwork to set up or want to put your name down to participate in the Open Stage. (Note that stage contributions should aim to be 3-5mins, e.g. a song or a couple of poems. Chat to us if your artform might need longer) Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall Where: Annandale Creative Arts Centre, 81 Johnston St Annandale 2038. When: Friday 22nd November, doors open at 7pm for 7:30pm start Register here: https://forms.gle/ZUfThTxCnnyFZrB99 Cost: Free! Registrations are open on the night at 7pm. Video Description: A compilation video of people performing on stage at Annandale and artworks shared during Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall in July, with music by Heather Prowse and 343 Brass Band.

Calling all musicians! Have a song you'd love to share with a welcoming and supportive community? Bring your music to Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall and showcase it with the ACAC community as part of our multi-arts open mic night. Come and experience the incredible variety of creativity featured at our Open Stage, Open Wall event—we’d love to see you there! Make Art: Open Stage, Open Wall Where: Annandale Creative Arts Centre, 81 Johnston St Annandale 2038. When: Friday 22nd November, doors open at 7pm for 7:30pm start Register here: https://forms.gle/ZUfThTxCnnyFZrB99 Cost: Free! Registrations are open on the night at 7pm. Video Description: Musicians Heather Prowse, Nathan Parks and Joe Lisk playing an original 343 Brass Band tune on stage at Annandale Creative Arts Centre.