A vaudeville-style performance space and bar takes the stage in an intimate setting.
The beating heart of Meraki and our most diverse space, the Gig Bar is your one space for a great night out. Alive with the air of live performance, The Gig bar shifts between standing and seated shows, with ticketed and free events throughout the week.
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Tues – Sat: 7pm til Late
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“If you scream long enough into the void, the void also screams into you.” – Nietzsche*
I’d probably be happier if I didn’t spend my time screaming into the void.
But here I am, soaking in the darkness, full of fresh inky ideas and anecdotes, preparing you a delicious dessert of everything I’ve got going on.
It’s a bleak forest gateau, with layers of self-aware chocolate sponge, topped with an autism icing and the cherries of processed trauma.
I will not let The Void win!
But, the only way we beat the void is by filling it with laughter, together. And maybe also cake.
A brand-new hour of stand-up, served by an aggressively upbeat, neurodivergent comedian, Sam Wade vs The Void is not to be missed!
‘Far more talented than many household-name comedians.’ – Sydney Chic
‘A funny joy to see, in this or any world.’ – Chuck Moore Reviews About
‘A consummate comedian.’ – Glam Adelaide
*I’m paraphrasing
** NOTE: This show contains strong coarse language.
Heavily influenced by 90s UK Dance, ‘Hutcher’ has been building himself a footprint in recent years across the UK, US and Aussie scene. The young gun’s modern take on electronic dance music with influence from UK Garage, House & Jazz/Funk has earned praise from both local and international artists. With his highly anticipated new release ‘Crush’ coming out on March 10, the Sydney based artist invites you to his debut headline show for a night of House and Garage.
Music from 9pm until 2am.
Meraki is thrilled to present Billy Joel’s Coffee House: an unpredictable comedy showcase featuring some of Sydney’s best alternative and experimental acts.
Billy Joel’s Coffee House guarantees:
> You will see something funny
> You will see something different
> You will see something deranged
Freaks only. See you soon.
Once per month, step into the decadence and glamour of The Gilded Age, with a lineup of some of Sydney’s finest performers. Drawing inspiration from the intoxicating creativity and sensuality of the 19th and 20th centuries and interpreted for a modern audience, let us transport you to a rose-coloured imagining of fantastical bygone eras. Be entranced by seductive dance, sultry striptease and titillating laughs with a host of talented artists, curated by Sydney’s art deco darling, Eva Devore.
FREE ENTRY
Meraki presents Sydneys only weekly room where you can Karaoke your heart out to LIVE accompaniment! A pianist, a drummer, a song sheet and your only limit being your bravery and imagination. Live your late night lead singer fantasy at Meraki.
Entry is free, but bookings recommended to secure your spot.
Scared of Sharks are bringing their Garage, Grunge Rock n Roll to Meraki on the first leg of their “We’ll call it a tour!” tour. Playing with them on their Sydney leg are Final Girls, a three-piece punk outfit from Sydney’s inner-west. Blending Pop, Folk and punk creating a sound that is energetic, angsty, and hook-laden.
Tickets: $12
*ACCESSIBILITY: The Gig Bar level of Meraki is on the first floor, and is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible at present. It is accessed via one set of stairs which include a handrail.
Get ready to be transported back to the golden era of Hollywood! The evening is a dazzling tribute to the legendary careers of MGM sweethearts, Kathryn Grayson, and Howard Keel, who graced the technicolor screen in timeless classics like “Show Boat” and “Lovely To Look At” – and that’s just the beginning!
Welcome to The Best Medicine, a monthly comedy show featuring four of Australia’s best and upcoming comedians alongside our special guest host for the month Sam Bowden! Come and get your laughter fix, live and up close at the Meraki Gig Bar.
March lineup featuring:
MC: Sam Bowden
Alia Lievore
Ryan Sim
Chris Dawes
Carolyn Swindell
Show starts at 8:30 sharp but the bar is open from 6pm. Come through, grab a cocktail, a nosh and settle in for a quality night of stand-up comedy!
What’s that secret you’ve never told?
What’s the piece of gossip you shouldn’t share?
What’s the embarrassing story you need to get off your chest?
Tonight’s the night to Spill It!
Witness your anonymous confessions spontaneously brought to life by our hilarious cast! With no scripts and no preplanning, they create laughs from lies, comedy from confessions, and stories from your secrets… Each show is unique, hysterical and inspired by your most uncomfortable truths.
So Spill It: it’s cheaper than therapy, and a lot more funny.
Meraki Arts Bar
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231 OXFORD STREET, DARLINGHURST NSW 2010
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TUES - SAT 6PM - Late
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