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July 2010
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| Gyan: Superfragalistically
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Date: Saturday 17th JulyVenue: Byron Theatre In her first Sydney-Byron outing since her sell-out Sydney Opera House multi- media shows with Michael Leunig that received a Sydney Theatre Award in 2008, new millennium poet recluse, Gyan is showcasing songs from her new album Superfragilistically.
With an ARIA award and platinum sales for her first self-titled album and celebrated internationally for her unguarded and charismatic stage-presence, Gyan will play Byron Theatre with James Cruickshank (The Cruel Sea), Tim Gaze (Morning of the Earth), Simon Greaves (Museagency) plus a string quartet with players Cleis Pearce (McKenzie Theory) Bridget Crouch (St Martins in the Field) Kathryn Philp & Ben Greaves (Camerata of St. John). .
‘Gyan has certainly evolved over the last decade. She is now a hugely gifted composer and a very fine singer in the female sensitive mode ... just the right level of melancholy ... gorgeous fragility'. Bruce Elder, SYDNEY MORNING HERALD

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| Byron Bay Ocean Paddler
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Date: Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th JulyVenue: Byron Bay | Contact Details: | Contact: Kurt Tutt on 0414 758 982 or Peter Hogan on 0413979054
www.byronbayoceanpaddler.com |
Welcome to the 2010 Byron Bay Ocean Paddle. After a fantastic turn out last year, the Byron Bay Ocean Paddle is setting it's sights on another huge turn out and fantastic weekend. With the success of the 12km short and fast course last year we've now added a 20-22km down winder on Sunday 18th July, this race will be the first in the Australian Ocean Racing Series.
So come along to one or both, and be part of a great event. (17th 18th July 2010)

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| Amala Kirtan
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Date: Thursday 22nd JulyVenue: Byron Theatre KirtanAustralia.com is proud to present Amala Kirtan, on his first visit to Australia. Born in Brazil to a family of kirtaniyas, Amala spent years in his youth in Bengal, India, studying the Bengali style of singing. Amala has been called the "Pavarotti of Kirtan". His first album "Moon Over India" showcased his impressive vocal range and fused his Brazilian heritage with traditional Bengali kirtan to produce a truly unique sound. That unique voice reached a wider world audience when Amala released the collaborative album "The Turning Point" with Vaiyasaki. Now based in Dallas, Texas, he delights the local kirtaniyas there with his exceptional voice and harmonium playing. Amala also returns twice a year to Brazil, where he is a mainstay in the Brazilian 24 hour kirtan festival. Amala will be accompanied on his Australian tour by local kirtan band "World Sankirtan Party", who supported Dave Stringer, Jai Uttal, and Madhava on their recent Australian tours.

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| Winters Discontent
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Date: Saturday 24th & Sunday 25th JulyVenue: Byron Theatre William Zappa in Winters Discontent
Revealing, funny and moving, Winter's Discontent is a theatrical tour de force from one of Australia's finest actors. Best known for his award winning work with Bell Shakespeare, Sydney Theatre Company and Ensemble Theatre, William Zappa has twice received major awards for his portrayal of Thenardier, the Inn Keeper in Les Miserables, the role which inspired him to write Winters Discontent.
In this play, Robert Winter is sitting backstage in the dressing room of a run down theatre. He is on an interminable tour of a one-man show. With only his stage manager, Mo, for company, the line between reality and play acting becomes blurred as Winter struggles to believe in his life and to live up to his theatrical creed- the show must go on.
With a command of language and stage craft that is astonishing, William Zappa exposes the actors joy and despair as his hero faces his personal demons and the tragedy of his own life.
His powers of physical characterisation are amazing and mesmerizing SYDNEY MORNING HERALD
This great show, William Zappa celebrates thetransformative power of theatre and its layers THE AUSTRALIAN
Tickets $30 / $25 concession

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| Opera at The Channon
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Date: Sunday 25th JulyVenue: Coronation Park A very unique event, Opera at The Channon caters to a variety of different tastes – opera buffs and novices alike can choose to dress formally and enjoy a ‘silver service’ luncheon under a grand marquee or take their own picnic hampers and enjoy the picturesque country setting and lush green hills in Coronation Park. Following lunch guests are treated to an afternoon of fine music, with a stunning selection from famous operas and musicals.
Tickets to the popular event always sell quickly, so get in early to avoid disappointment! Purchase an ‘early bird’ ticket before June 11 and save $10 on ‘Opera/Luncheon’ tickets and $5 on ‘Opera Only’ tickets.
Opera & Luncheon tickets: $135 (Early Bird: $125)
Opera Only: $50 (Early Bird: $45)
TICKETS FOR THIS EVENT GO ON SALE Friday 21 May. Early Bird price ends Friday 11 June
A bus service to The Channon will be available on the day – picking up from Byron Bay, Lennox Head, Ballina, Alstonville and Lismore (cost is $10).

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| Splendour in the Grass
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Date: Friday 30th & Saturday 31st July, Sunday 1st AugustVenue: Woodford | Contact Details: | Important: Splendour will not be held in Byron Bay in 2010.
The event has been moved to Woodford in Queensland.
See website for more details.
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| Cinemas and Movies
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Date: New movies every monthVenue: Various, see website links below 
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| Temple Byron
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Date: Various dates, check website for detailsVenue: 46 Melaleuca Drive, Byron Bay Temple Byron is a unique facility comprising of a community hall with wonderfully landscaped grounds and surrounded by lush tropical gardens, the hall is set on three acres which border a native Melaleuca forest (with tea tree oil renowned for its medicinal properties). Temple Byron is located a few minutes drive from the heart of Byron Bay, Australia’s most easterly town, and glorious local beaches.
The hall, and a unique Mongolian yurt, support paths of learning that will assist people in their higher vision quest. They provide a sacred space for spiritual practices as well as seminars and workshops designed to promote self discovery and personal transformation.
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| The Byron Shire Echo Gig Guide
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Date: Ongoing - check website for detailsVenue: Various locations around Byron and surrounding areas
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| Byron Community & Cultural Centre
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Date: Ongoing events - check website for detailsVenue: Byrn Community and Cultural Centre Check website for events
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