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Dreamin’ of Nashville  delivered a lively and surprisingly infectious night of country favourites, performed by a UK-based seven‑piece band currently touring the country. Arriving with the expectation of hearing a niche genre, I was instead met with a set list packed with songs far more familiar than anticipated—proof, perhaps, that country music has been receiving increased commercial airplay and slowly weaving its way into mainstream listening habits. The band showcased an

The Dalrymple Hotel turned into a little slice of 70s–80s magic when Dreams  hit the stage. This six‑piece band knows exactly how to tap into the spirit of Fleetwood Mac, and having originals Wayne Daniels and Annette Zavesa front and centre gives the whole show a real sense of authenticity. Daniels channels Lindsey Buckingham with that unmistakable guitar energy while Annette leans fully into her inner Stevie Nicks—flowing vocals, effortless charisma, the whole vibe. Add Lil

Photo: Alec Doherty The Townsville Choral Society’s production of Mamma Mia! , directed by Lindsay Nobile, bursts onto the stage with all the sunshine, sparkle and sheer joy that audiences crave from this ABBAsolutely beloved musical (sorry, not sorry!) Set on the fictional Greek island of Kalokairi, the show radiates warmth from the moment the lights go up, transporting the audience to a world of whitewashed walls, turquoise waters and the promise of a wedding that may—or ma

On the eve of tropical cyclone Koji forming, the Daly radiated summer vibes with a three-act line up to celebrate the new year with a smorgasbord of blues, indie and surf-rock tunes. Thank God the weather didn’t put a stop to (or a dampener on) this awesome rock line-up. THE DIESEL GYPSIES Hailing from the Whitsundays was the opening act, the Diesel Gypsies  with the raspy vocals of singer Tahlia Meadows, and heavy guitar work from her bandmates. These guys were a lot of fun

Ellen Briggs opened her comedy show, Mid-Life Mayhem , with a dry observation about her management team’s choice of venue: a cavernous public bar in industrial Garbutt, where the regular clientele needed to be kicked out so she could set up the audience space. It was a fitting start to a performance that thrived on the absurdity of real life, delivered with biting wit and unflinching honesty. Briggs, who hails from Mullumbimby in northern New South Wales brings a distinctly r

Les Femmes delivered a confident and stylish performance at this year’s NAFA, staged in the Virago Tent. The production featured three...