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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20261105T173000
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SUMMARY:Critical Conversations: Giving good feedback: Is being nice being kind?
DESCRIPTION:A thought-provoking session about the importance of honest\, constructive feedback in artistic development – and why it matters for a strong and thriving arts sector. \nWhen you’ve spent too long looking at your own work\, it can be difficult to see it with fresh eyes. Thoughtful feedback can help identify what isn’t working\, strengthen what is\, and open up new directions for the work. \nBut giving and receiving meaningful critical feedback isn’t always easy. This can be particularly challenging in a small\, close-knit arts sector like the NT. Sometimes being nice can feel kinder than saying what we really think\, but avoiding difficult conversations doesn’t necessarily serve the artist\, the work or the sector as a whole. \nSo how can we challenge one another’s work while maintaining trust and strong working relationships? And what does a healthy culture of feedback contribute to the wider arts ecology? \nThis session explores different approaches to giving and receiving feedback\, with lessons from times it has gone wrong. \nBack again for 2026\, at a time when the world seems to be all about absolutes and division\, some of Darwin’s leading arts organisations have come together to create CRITICAL CONVERSATIONS. \nPRODUCTION NOTES \nDuration: 1 hour\nRecommended for ages: 16+\nContent warnings: Course language may be used and adult themes may be discussed\nAccess: \n\nWheelchair Accessible\nAccessible by public transport\nVarious forms of contact accepted (written\, verbal etc) for complaints and bookings.\nA quiet space is available\nAssistance dogs welcome\nSeating options are available\nCar park suitable for wheelchair transportation available within 2 minutes of the venue entrance.\n\n\nBOOK NOW
URL:https://darwinfringe.org.au/event/critical-conversations-giving-good-feedback-is-being-nice-being-kind/
LOCATION:TRACKS Dance Studio\, Harbour View Plaza\, Ground Level G03/8 McMinn St\, Darwin City\, NT\, 0800\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Fringe main,Spoken & Written Word,Workshops & Other
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20261029T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20261029T183000
DTSTAMP:20260924T072021Z
CREATED:20260924T071953Z
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UID:20921-1793295000-1793298600@darwinfringe.org.au
SUMMARY:Critical Conversations: Audience < Art
DESCRIPTION:What comes first: the ‘art’ or the ‘audience’? \nThis evening Critical Conversations gives the platform to commercial comedians who consider risk\, audience and art and the ability to pay their bills when they create their shows. Like a punchier version of Sliding Doors\, 3 comedians will share material they create with their audiences in mind followed by the material they really want to do\, before a candid\, and (likely) hilarious dive into the topic: Audience < Art ? \nIn an age where everything is ‘artist-led’ and financial risk is subsidised by the government\, have we forgotten our audiences? If audiences are considered first\, does the work actually become ‘less risky’? \nJoin Amy Hetherington\, Richard Fejo\, Albert Belz and Brown’s Mart to set fire to this triggering topic! \nBack again for 2026\, at a time when the world seems to be all about absolutes and division\, some of Darwin’s leading arts organisations have come together to create CRITICAL CONVERSATIONS. \nPRODUCTION NOTES \nDuration: 1 hour\nRecommended for ages: 16+\nContent warnings: Course language may be used\, adult themes may be discussed and strong opinions\nAccess: \n\nWheelchair Accessible\nAccessible by public transport\nVarious forms of contact accepted (written\, verbal etc) for complaints and bookings.\nA quiet space is available\nAssistance dogs welcome\nSeating options are available\nCar park suitable for wheelchair transportation available within 2 minutes of the venue entrance.\nGender Neutral toilets available\n\n\nBOOK NOW
URL:https://darwinfringe.org.au/event/critical-conversations-audience-art/
LOCATION:Brown’s Mart Studio\, 12 Smith St\, Darwin City\, NT\, 0800\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Fringe main,Spoken & Written Word,Workshops & Other
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20261019T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20261019T190000
DTSTAMP:20260911T035603Z
CREATED:20260911T035603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T035603Z
UID:20877-1792431000-1792436400@darwinfringe.org.au
SUMMARY:2027 Darwin Fringe Festival Artist and Venue Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Steal the stage or become a hotbed for creativity in 2027. \nLooking for more creative opportunities? Want to connect with new audiences? Hungry to build skills and confidence? Maybe you have a venue and you want to host creativity and curiosity\, inviting new people into your space? \nRegister for our free 1.5 hour online info session to find out the basics about getting involved and have designated time to ask about applications. \n\nThis session is for: \n\nCreatives of all practises\, no matter what art forms you want to showcase\nArtists of all skill and experience level\, no matter where you’re at in your career\nLocal venues who want to put on their own events or be connected with artists\nPeople interested in finding out how to put on a show or performance with Fringe\nLocal\, interstate and international artists\n\n\nSome of the topics we will discuss include: \n\nWhat is Darwin Fringe? How does it relate/ connect to other Fringes and Darwin based Festivals?\nPresenting at the AANT Centre\nHow to get your events listed as a venue\nHow to prepare for applications\nWhat you can and can’t do.\nWhat are the benefits?\nDifferent ways to get involved.\n\n\nThe 2027 Darwin Fringe Festival will be held from July 16 – 25. \n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://darwinfringe.org.au/event/2027-darwin-fringe-festival-artist-and-venue-info-session/
LOCATION:Online: Google meet
CATEGORIES:Fringe main,Workshops & Other
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20261014T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20261014T190000
DTSTAMP:20260924T071818Z
CREATED:20260924T071259Z
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UID:20905-1791997200-1792004400@darwinfringe.org.au
SUMMARY:Critical Conversations: Emerging Artists: Surviving or Thriving in the Age of AI
DESCRIPTION:AI is disrupting creative practice\, challenging traditional ideas of authorship\, originality and artistic labour. What does it mean for emerging artists trying to build sustainable careers in an increasingly uncertain landscape? Together\, we’ll examine questions of ethics\, ownership and the value of human creativity in a rapidly changing cultural environment. \nBack again for 2026\, at a time when the world seems to be all about absolutes and division\, some of Darwin’s leading arts organisations have come together to create CRITICAL CONVERSATIONS. \nPRODUCTION NOTES \nDuration: 2 hours\nRecommended for ages: \nContent warnings: Course language may be used\, anthropic driven climate change will be discussed and\nAccess: \n\nWheelchair Accessible\nAccessible by public transport\nVarious forms of contact accepted (written\, verbal etc) for complaints and bookings.\nA quiet space is available\nAssistance dogs welcome\nSeating options are available\nCar park suitable for wheelchair transportation available within 2 minutes of the venue entrance.\n\n\nBUY NOW
URL:https://darwinfringe.org.au/event/critical-conversations-emerging-artists-surviving-or-thriving-in-the-age-of-ai/
LOCATION:Corrugated Iron Performance Space\, 18 Bauhinia St\, Nightcliff\, NT\, 0810\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Fringe main,Spoken & Written Word,Workshops & Other
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20260726T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20260726T190000
DTSTAMP:20260721T075648Z
CREATED:20260515T011443Z
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UID:20561-1785088800-1785092400@darwinfringe.org.au
SUMMARY:2026 Darwin Fringe Golden Croc Awards
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO VOTE FOR PEOPLE’S CHOICE\n\nMore prestigious than the logies (ok that’s a lie\, but we’re definitely more cheeky) this your chance to say cheers to the incredible artists that have entertained and enlightened us over the 10 days. With more golden crocodiles than ever before come out for one last hurrah and find out who is taking home a tacky-sticky-golden crocodile. \nThis event is free and no registration is required\, please feel free to come along. \n\nPRODUCTION NOTES\nDuration: 1 hour \nContent warnings: Adult Themes and a few naughty words \nAccess: \n\nLicensed Venue\nWheelchair Accessible\nAccessible by public transport\nVarious forms of contact accepted (written\, verbal etc) for complaints and bookings.\nA quiet space is available\nAssistance dogs welcome\nSeating options are available\nCar park suitable for wheelchair transportation available within 2 minutes of the venue entrance.\nGender neutral toilets available
URL:https://darwinfringe.org.au/event/2026-awards/
LOCATION:Brown’s Mart Studio\, 12 Smith St\, Darwin City\, NT\, 0800\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Fringe main,Parties & Food
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20260725T220000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20260726T010000
DTSTAMP:20260723T050059Z
CREATED:20260501T060250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T050059Z
UID:20519-1785016800-1785027600@darwinfringe.org.au
SUMMARY:2026 Closing Night Party with Open Decks
DESCRIPTION:The closing night party is our chance to get together on the dance floor for one final big night out and this year you can expect a juicy lineup of the freshest DJ’s to come through the Open Deck series. Plus it’s one of the best times of year to be dancing outdoors sans sweat. \nOpen Decks is a music program on Larrakia Country empowering emerging women\, transgender\, non-binary and gender diverse beginner DJs to rehearse and present public sets under the mentorship of similarly identified and experienced local DJs. We welcome new mentors and beginners under our motto ‘Building it up together’ and provide all mentoring\, opportunities and workshops free of charge. For Darwin Fringe Festival closing party\, a massive group of emerging local DJs will spin a mind-bending span of genres\, styles and techniques for Fringe audiences. \nCome close out another year of Fringe festival with not one but like\, ten DJs taking the stage! Bring your mates\, have a dance and show your fav selectors some love. \nPRODUCTION NOTES\n\nDuration: 3 hours \nFor ages: 18+ \nContent warnings: Adult themes\, strobing \nAccess: \n\nLicensed Venue\nWheelchair Accessible\nAccessible by public transport\nVarious forms of contact accepted (written\, verbal etc) for complaints and bookings.\nA quiet space is available\nAssistance dogs welcome\nSeating options are available\nCar park suitable for wheelchair transportation available within 2 minutes of the venue entrance.\nGender neutral toilets available\n\n\nBOOK NOW
URL:https://darwinfringe.org.au/event/closing-night-party-2026/
LOCATION:Brown’s Mart Studio\, 12 Smith St\, Darwin City\, NT\, 0800\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Circus, Physical Theatre & Dance,Fringe main,Music,Parties & Food
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20260717T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20260718T010000
DTSTAMP:20260515T004214Z
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UID:20552-1784309400-1784336400@darwinfringe.org.au
SUMMARY:2026 Opening Night Party
DESCRIPTION:Party under the stars in the iconic Brown’s Mart courtyard and be entertained by some of the NT’s freshest acts. In typical Fringe fashion you can expect pop up performances and plenty of friendly faces. \nLINEUP + MORE TO BE ANNOUNCED\n🐊 STONE IN FOCUS\n🐊 BUTOH\n🐊 Burn the Floor: Afro-Latin Edition \nGates Open 5.30pm\nWelcome to Country at 6.30pm \n\nPRODUCTION NOTES\nDuration: 6.5 hours \nRecommended for ages: This event is family friendly\, after 10pm the event becomes 18+ \nAccess: \n\nLicensed Venue\nWheelchair Accessible\nAccessible by public transport\nVarious forms of contact accepted (written\, verbal etc) for complaints and bookings.\nA quiet space is available\nAssistance dogs welcome\nSeating options are available\nCar park suitable for wheelchair transportation available within 2 minutes of the venue entrance.\nGender neutral toilets available
URL:https://darwinfringe.org.au/event/2026-opening-night-party/
LOCATION:Brown’s Mart Courtyard\, 12 Smith St\, Darwin City\, NT\, 0800\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Fringe main,Parties & Food
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20260702T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20260702T193000
DTSTAMP:20260601T055028Z
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UID:20662-1783013400-1783020600@darwinfringe.org.au
SUMMARY:Workshop: How to review live performance
DESCRIPTION:Writing about theatre is not simply about deciding whether a production was “good” or “bad”\, but about learning how to observe performance with clarity\, curiosity\, and context. This workshop explores the craft of theatre reviewing through structure\, voice\, analysis\, and ethics\, helping participants develop the confidence to respond thoughtfully to live performance. From acting and direction to design\, atmosphere\, and audience experience\, we will examine how strong reviews balance critical insight with fairness\, while also exploring participants’ distinctive writing style that captures the energy and immediacy of theatre itself. \n\n\nABOUT THE PRESENTER \nFrom his teenage years writing plays to his adult life writing reviews\, plays\, speeches\, interviews\, reports\, journals\, books\, editing\, teaching\, and publishing\, Geoffrey has always loved working with words. \nGeoffrey is a theatre reviewer and feature writer for Stage Whispers\, a role he has had for over 17 years\, and he was a film reviewer for the West Australian Newspaper Group\, reviewing a film a week for six years. His other roles included Founding Arts Editor for ‘Brother/Sister’ and Founding Editor of ‘The Pink Broad’\, while his monthly micro-magazine ‘homo’\, published in Sydney\, Australia\, enjoyed a life of eleven editions. Geoffrey is also currently the Founder and Publishing Curator of thesolotraveller.com.au\, an online portal dedicated to empowering independent travellers around the world. \nTwo of his plays – ‘Maestro’ and ‘Memories\, Melodies and Madness’ – enjoyed world premiere seasons in London\, before their respective seasons in Melbourne\, Australia. His play\, ‘The World … According to Timothy Cross&#39;\, enjoyed a sell-out world premiere season in Melbourne. \n\n\nPRODUCTION NOTES\nDuration: 2 hours \nContent warnings: Adult themes \nAccess: \n\nLicensed Venue\nWheelchair Accessible\nAccessible by public transport\nVarious forms of contact accepted (written\, verbal etc) for complaints and bookings.\nA quiet space is available\nAssistance dogs welcome\nSeating options are available\nCar park suitable for wheelchair transportation available within 2 minutes of the venue entrance.\nGender neutral toilets available\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://darwinfringe.org.au/event/workshop-how-to-review-live-performance/
LOCATION:Brown’s Mart Studio\, 12 Smith St\, Darwin City\, NT\, 0800\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Fringe main,Workshops & Other
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