Performance :
Saturday 15 March 2025
Doors Open : 6:30pm | Performance from 7:00pm

Duration : 65 minutes | NO Interval

Tickets :
General Admission $25.00
Generous Admission $30.00

A comedy show about growing up in rural Tasmania, the unexpected turns life takes, and the story of two friends discovering a passion for making people laugh!

There have been many iconic duos throughout history, Abel and Cain, Shaggy and Scooby Doo, Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake. But none can compare to Tasmania’s Clown Princes of comedy : Russell Redmond and Ned Townsend

Like Frodo and Sam carrying the ring to Mount Doom, Ned and Russell have travelled far and wide (even as far as Rossarden) to bring you the best of their collective 20 years in Stand up comedy. 

A show full of Stand up and sketches about growing up in rural Tasmania, becoming men, the unexpected turns life takes, how much they miss Chickenfeed, and the epic story of two friends discovering their passion for making people laugh!

Come see Painting the Townsend Redmond, guaranteed to blow your socks off.

2025 Events :
Friday 28 February 2025
Friday 28 March 2025
Friday 2 May 2025
Friday 30 May 2025
Friday 20 June 2025
Friday 25 July 2025
Friday 29 August 2025
Friday 26 September 2025
Friday 31 October 2025
Friday 28 November 2025

Doors Open @ 7:00pm | Performance from 7:30pm

Tickets :
Concession / Students $15
General Admission $20

An improvised battle royal to see which team will reign supreme.

PROTEA Impro’s Theatresports™️ returns for 2025.

Each month teams compete in improvised scenes and sketches to see who will be victorious and hold aloft the As Yet Unnamed Perpetual Trophy.

More SAC Supported
  • All Ages
  • Exhibitions
  • Free
  • Kid Friendly

A Collaboration

Anne and Jay Sykes

Thursday 6 Feb – Monday 3 Mar 2025
Lightbox
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  • All Ages
  • Exhibitions
  • Free
  • Kid Friendly
  • Salamanca Arts Curated

Between Land and Sea

Hannah Blackmore

Thursday 6 Feb – Monday 3 Mar 2025
Studio Gallery
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  • All Ages
  • Exhibitions
  • Free
  • Kid Friendly
  • Opening Event

Changing Light

Tim Faircloth

Wednesday 19 Feb – Sunday 2 Mar 2025
Sidespace Gallery
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  • All Ages
  • Exhibitions
  • Free
  • Opening Event

Undercurrents

Rebekah Pybus

Friday 4 – Saturday 26 Apr 2025
Top Gallery
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Sat 1 March, 2025
7:30pm – 10:00pm (Doors open at 7pm)
Live @ The Founders Room
Salamanca Arts Centre
65b Woobys Lane, or for lift access enter through The Courtyard

$28 +bf each
$52 +bf for 2 x tickets
$91 +bf for 4 x tickets

Welcome to the launch of the Salamanca Jazz 2025 serieslive in the Founders Room on Woobys Lane.
The Jode Brewster Trio performs Joe Henderson’s landmark album, ‘The State Of The Tenor’ (Live at The Village Vanguard).

Saturday 1st March 2025
Doors & bar open at 7pm
Music from 7:30pm 

The Founders Room on Woobys Lane
Salamanca Arts Centre 

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In this concert, which will launch our Salamanca Jazz 2025 concert series, the Jode Brewster Trio will pay tribute to Joe Henderson’s landmark album, The State Of The Tenor (Live at The Village Vanguard). Recorded in 1985 in New York, this album is held in very high regard as one of the most important albums that worked towards the development of chord-less trio performance and the jazz language as a whole.
The Jode Brewster Trio will perform the album in its entirety, plus some additional tunes from surrounding Joe Henderson Albums and other favourites.
This band promises to deliver a captivating performance along with information about the tunes to give listeners a deeper understanding of the music.

Jed Adams is a Hobart-based double-bass and saxophone player. He has been in and around the Hobart scene for over 10 years, and has had the fortune of collaborating with some of Hobart’s best musicians in that time.

Bass player, Jed Adams
Dude, with a knowing look on his face, standing in front of a yellow wall, and with his left hand resting, casually, but not carelessly, on a double bass.

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Chris McGuinness-Terry is one of the most prominent young jazz drummers in Hobart. With a passion for collaboration and cross-pollination between genres, Chris also plays with a variety of artists in different groups and capacities within the Hobart music scene.

Chris McGuinness-Terry
Dude, sporting a well-groomed beard, and wearing a rather ‘loud’ shirt and beige trousers, playing the drums, in front of the rock wall in the Salamanca Arts Centre Courtyard.

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Jode Brewster is an emerging saxophone artist from Hobart, who passionately embraces the jazz language; drawing inspiration from legends like John Coltrane, Hank Mobley, Sonny Stitt, and Joe Henderson.

Jode Brewtser
A young gentleman, wearing glasses and a mid-blue shirt and dark trousers, performing on a saxophone.

Please note that the Courtyard Lift IS OPERATING!

Doors & Bar open at 7pm
Music begins at 7.30pm
The Founders Room on Woobys Lane
Salamanca Arts Centre.

Tickets are only $28 ea +BF, or buy two tix for $52+BF, or buy four tix for only $91+BF.

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This concert at Salamanca Arts Centre is supported by Arts Tasmania’s 2025 Arts Projects Fund.
Salamanca Arts Centre is grateful for this support via Arts Tasmania and the Minister for the Arts.

More Live at the Founders Room 2025
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Saturday 1 Mar 2025
Founders Room
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Every Friday evening (weather pending)
5:30pm – 7:30pm


FREE EVENT

Over 20 years old and still going strong, Rektango is a weekly event held every Friday in Salamanca Art Centre’s own enchanting Courtyard. Hemmed in by a cliff face stretching up to Battery Point, people from all walks of life gather for live music every Friday evening between 5:30pm and 7:30pm.

It’s a FREE EVENT event run by the musicians themselves, with lots of dancing, catching up with old friends or meeting new ones. There’s hot mulled wine and fires in the winter, sangria in the summer, plus beers, ciders and wine and it always goes ahead unless rained out. The music may be anything from gypsy swing, cool funk or latin sambas to daft disco depending on when you drop in, one things we can promise is there will always be plenty of dancing.

To find out who is playing this week – or if tonight’s performance has been cancelled due to bad weather – check Rektango’s facebook page HERE

Performances :
Saturday 8 February 2025, 6:00pm – 7:30pm : SOLD OUT!
Sunday 9 February 2025, 6:00pm – 7:30pm 


Tickets : General Admission $40 (+BF)
Recommended for ages 12+


Follow Mikelangelo, the Nightingale of the Adriatic, as he sails the wild seas and the darkest depths of the ocean with his trusty guitar, his booming baritone and his sparkling accordion.

Co-created by Tracy Bourne and Michael Simic, performed by Mikelangelo.

On his adventures Mikelangelo encounters a beautiful mermaid in her underwater cave, a lonely ice queen in her frozen castle, and a huge Sperm whale from the darkest depths of the ocean.

Mikelangelo weaves songs and storytelling into a magical, mysterious voyage into the unknown. Full of laughter, imagination and unexpected twists and turns, this new solo show will captivate and delight audiences young and old, and everyone in between.

In the Belly of the Whale was created in collaboration with writer/director Tracy Bourne, who has worked on extensively in music theatre in Australia, including productions with Chamber Made Opera, Melbourne International Festival and the ABC.

Mikelangelo is the alter-ego of songwriter and creative dynamo Michael Simic. For 25 years, he has travelled Australia and the globe, as a solo performer, and fronting his long term group Mikelangelo and the Black Sea Gentlemen. He has packed venues and received critical accolades from the Sydney Opera House to London’s West End, releasing 17 independent albums and building a worldwide following.

In The Belly of the Whale has its’ international premiere at the Australian Wooden Boat Festival. Following the success of the Mikelangelo and Van Diemen’s Band performances of Songs of the Sea at AWBF in 2023, we recommend you book early, as these shows are likely to sell out.


Presented by Nikki Nouveau

Performance :
Saturday 22 March 2025

Doors Open @ 7:00pm | Performance from 7:30pm – 9:30pm

Duration : 120 minutes (includes interval)

Tickets : $48 (+BF)

Nikki Nouveau performs a stunning repertoire of classic songs and narrates the story of legendary Parisian artist Edith Piaf and Berlin screen legend Marlene Dietrich.

From wildly different backgrounds and experiences, the divas forged a remarkable and compelling lifelong friendship after first meeting in New York. Nikki takes the audience on a musical journey of the 1940s and beyond, playing hits of the Grand Dames, with musical accompaniment by talented pianist, Matthew Boden.

Performed in French, German, and English, this enchanting performance will transport you to a bygone era of unforgettable music and unforgettable women!

“Nouveau in full voice is mesmerising and her phrasing between singing and narrating is flawless.” – Theatre People

“Sexy, fun, a little decadent and nicely polished.” – Arts Hub

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Saturday 1 Mar 2025
Founders Room
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Wednesday 22 January 2025
Doors Open 5:30pm | Performance from 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Duration : 2 Hours (45 minute sets, with interval between) 

Tickets :
General Admission $15

Three incredible artists. One unforgettable night.

Join us at the Peacock Theatre for a SESSIONS Supported Gig that brings together the raw talent, soul, and storytelling of Charlie Woods, Mel Barnett, and Prophecy Mudzingwa.

Charlie Woods pours heart and soul into every note, drawing on their journey as a queer artist in lutruwita/Tasmania. Their music moves seamlessly from reflective, emotional ballads to feel-good grooves, connecting with listeners in a way that feels personal and universal.

Mel Barnett is a powerhouse of soulful vocals and commanding stage presence. With influences like Aretha Franklin and Adele, she blends timeless sounds with a modern edge, delivering performances that are full of warmth, energy, and creativity.

Prophecy Mudzingwa brings charisma and versatility to the stage, combining a dynamic voice with a passion for connecting through music. His energy and artistry will leave you hooked from the first note.

This is a night to celebrate Tasmanian talent, creativity, and the power of live performance. They’ll be backed by an incredible lineup of talented musicians, adding depth and energy to every moment on stage. Whether you’re a fan of soulful storytelling or electric stage energy, this lineup has something for everyone.

Workshops :
Wednesday 22 January 2025, 10:00am – 12:00noon
Thursday 23 January 2025, 10:00am – 12:00noon

Duration : 2 hours (per session)
Doors Open 15 minutes prior 

All Ages / Family -Friendly Workshop

Tickets :
Participant Tickets: $65 per session.
Limited to 10 spots per session, participants will work directly with Penny McDonald and Jacob Golding, receiving personalized guidance in applying Alexander Technique principles.
Audit Tickets: $25 per session. Auditors will observe the process, gaining valuable insights into Alexander Technique and its application in performance and well-being.

Experience the transformative power of Alexander Technique in this exciting Masterclass with Penny McDonald and Jacob Golding. Designed for performers and anyone eager to learn, the event offers participation and audit options. With limited spots available, don’t miss this unique opportunity to explore Alexander Technique in Hobart.

Alexander Technique: LIVE! brings the transformative practice of Alexander Technique to the iconic Peacock Theatre in Hobart. Led by Penny McDonald, alongside Jacob Golding, this Masterclass provides an incredible opportunity to experience and witness first-hand how Alexander Technique enhances movement, presence, and well-being, particularly in the performing arts.

This event follows the widely used Participant/Audit format, a structure that offers deep learning opportunities for everyone involved. Participants work directly with Penny and Jacob, receiving personalised guidance as they explore Alexander Technique in action, while auditors observe the process, gaining valuable insights from a broader perspective.

This format has been successfully utilized by leading acting coaches around the world, including Howard Fine, a world-class acting coach renowned for integrating Alexander Technique into his Masterclasses. Howard’s approach demonstrates how Alexander Technique can empower performers to unlock their full creative potential, a philosophy echoed in this Masterclass.

With only 10 participant spots available, this is a unique opportunity to engage directly with the work live on stage or enjoy the equally valuable experience of auditing.

Thursday 23 January 2025
Doors Open 5:30pm | Performance from 6:00pm – 11:00pm

Duration : 5 Hours (15 minute sets for each performer) 

All Ages Event

This is a FREE EVENT, but booking is essential

The SESSIONS Project: LIVE! is the beating heart of the program and the foundation of the 2025 relaunch at the iconic Peacock Theatre. This free core event not only celebrates Tasmanian talent through our signature 15-minute open rotating concept but also plays a central role in supporting the vibrant performances, workshops, and events surrounding it.

Showcasing music, performance, and creativity, this all-ages event embodies the spirit of connection and community that The SESSIONS Project is all about. With a dynamic and inclusive atmosphere, it sets the tone for an unforgettable celebration of local artistry.

Performers will be announced in the lead-up, promising a diverse lineup of musicians, artists, and creatives. Tickets are free but essential and can be booked now through our new website. Don’t miss this celebration of talent, creativity, and the Tasmanian arts community.