Welcome to our BIG list of arts and cultural events happening in the NSW Central West gathered from artists, event producers, great local venues and groups across the region.
This is a busy artistic region. There’s usually more than 2000 arts and heritage events happening in the region each year.
Looking for the ongoing or regularly open museums, galleries, artist studios, historic sites, Aboriginal experiences and sites, craft shops, handmade retail outlets or public art? They’re all covered at our Culture Maps Central NSW. Explore it here
Got an event to add? Email us artsoutwest@csu.edu.au
December 2020
Register Your Interest In: Beloved Monster Drama Company January Workshop
BMEC, BATHURST. If you're looking for children's drama activities in 2021, the Beloved Monster Drama Company will be hosting workshops in January and after school in Term 1
Find out more »Bathurst Academy of Dance – End of Year Concerts
BMEC, BATHURST. Our end of year concerts for the students of Bathurst Academy of Dance. Come along to see what they've learnt this year in these exciting productions of celebrations, adventures and fairy tales.
Find out more »Promenade Dance School End of Year Concerts
BMEC, BATHURST. Join Promenade Dance School's preschoolers on a vibrant and magical journey in Ready, Set, Rainbow at 9:30am, then Promenade Dance School's students takes you on an adventure across the Arabian desert in The Magic Lamp at 1pm & 6pm
Find out more »W (A New Wonderland)
BMEC, BATHURST. Join White Rabbit Tours’ five-star rated tour of this excellent place called Wonderland, attend Maddy Hatter’s tea party, and watch as tensions rise in the White Queen’s Annual Tart-Off.
Find out more »In Breath – A Poetic Performance for Plants (and their People)
BMEC, BATHURST. Weaving together poetry, song, ritual, and gardening, In Breath asks what it could mean to be in conspiracy with plants. Who, then, could we become?
Find out more »January 2021
Sydney Comedy Festival Showcase – Bathurst
BMEC, BATHURST. Boasting a line-up of Festival favourites, international stars, and some of the freshest emerging talents, this jam-packed night of pure entertainment is bringing the best of the fest direct to you!
Find out more »February 2021
Mark Vincent – A Tribute to Mario Lanza – Bathurst
BMEC, BATHURST. Fans can expect an intimate evening with Mark Vincent performing a rich repertoire of songs and arias made popular by the great Italian-American tenor and actor Mario Lanza including “Because You’re Mine”, “Be My Love”, “The Loveliest Night of the Year” and “Nessun Dorma” to name a few
Find out more »Anh Do – The Happiest Refugee Live – Bathurst
BMEC, BATHURST. When one of Australia’s most talented comedians delves deep into his own life’s joys and sorrows, the result is an unforgettable night at the theatre that leaves an audience uplifted and quite simply experiencing...happiness.
Find out more »John Williamson Winding Back Tour
BMEC, BATHURST. In 2021 Australian music icon John Williamson will celebrate his 51st anniversary in the entertainment industry and foresee closing the book on his regular touring
Find out more »March 2021
YOU GOT IT! a Salute to Roy Orbison staring John Stephan
BMEC, BATHURST. Internationally renowned artist John Stephan will be celebrating and paying the ultimate homage to The Big O showcasing all his classic hits together with Roy Orbison’s massive 15 number 1 hits right across the world with a special touch to the hugely popular The Traveling Wilburys.
Find out more »A Taste of Ireland – Bathurst
BMEC, BATHURST. With revamped classics like ‘Danny Boy’ and ‘Tell Me Ma’, the show’s live, energetic blend of well-known tunes, jaw-dropping acapella tap battles, world-class dancing, melodic folk music mash-ups and craic galore transports you through the story of Ireland’s tumultuous history, complimented by stunning production and lighting
Find out more »April 2021
The Robertson Bros 60s Variety TV Show
BMEC, BATHURST. Take a trip down memory lane with this amazing interactive live TV Variety Show featuring the hits from: The Seekers, Bee Gees, Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, Neil Sedaka and The Everly Brothers!
Find out more »May 2021
Echoes of Pink Floyd
BMEC, BATHURST. Audiences will be treated to an extensive exploration of the band’s impressive catalogue as the gang from Echoes of Pink Floyd plays all of Pink Floyd’s biggest smash hits, as well as some lovingly hand-picked deep album cuts designed to please the most committed of hard-core fans.
Find out more »June 2021
World of Musicals
BMEC, BATHURST. The World of the Musicals is a show for the entire family, so get ready to be enthralled and sing along to all your favourite and much-loved Musicals in one unforgettable evening
Find out more »July 2021
With Love, Marilyn
BMEC, BATHURST. Lovers come and go in this playful and sensual musical journey weaving stories behind the men that Monroe loved – and Marilyn had her fair share of love and romance.
Find out more »August 2021
The Australian Bee Gees Show
BMEC, BATHURST. Fresh from celebrating nine years and over 2800 shows headlining on the Las Vegas strip, the Australian Bee Gees Show are heading Down Under for the Australian leg of their 25th anniversary tour! One night only, be part of the magic!
Find out more »The What’s On calendar covers arts and heritage events happening across the NSW Central West. These events are sourced or supplied from local venues and arts organisations. Many events listed here have been originally shared by the organisers on social media. Whilst all care is taken – and accuracy is our priority – we can take no responsibility for date changes or the content of contributed information. Contact the event organisers listed for more details or to book tickets.
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