What's On
PREVIEW: May 18th
SEASON: May 19th – June 3rd
Live Podcast Q&A with Theatre Thought post show on Tuesday 30th May
When the industry gets in the way of the story, how far would you bend? Lainey, an emerging Filipinx writer, is finally given her big break.
Approximate running time: 90 minutes, no interval.
Please note that Meraki Mainstage has a strict lockout policy, and latecomers will not be admitted.
*ACCESSIBILITY: The Meraki Mainstage theatre is located on the second level of Meraki and is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible at present. It is accessed via two separate flights of stairs from the ground floor (the second flight including a corner half way up), each of which has a handrail.
Our next exhibition is from Sydney artist Iris Huang, which will be on display and on sale in the Gallery Lounge bar from 23 May to 3 June. Enjoy her incredible works throughout the fortnight, and join us from 5pm on Tuesday 23 May for a special free Launch event!
Iris will also be hosting a paper quilling class in the venue on Tuesday 23rd May from 6:30pm (tickets $40 and sold separately, either pre purchased or on the night in-venue).
Artist Bio: As a passionate quilling paper artist based in the vibrant city of Sydney, Iris Huang has spent years honing their skills and mastering the intricate art of quilling. Also brings a unique perspective to her quilling creations. She seamlessly blends traditional quilling techniques with contemporary design elements, resulting in artworks that are both timeless and modern.
Following a sold out show, singer songwriter Lucy Burke is back! Performing with her band at this premier arts and music venue in the heart of Oxford Street Sydney, Meraki!
Sit back with a glass of wine and enjoy songs from Lucy’s music catalogue as well as a selection of cover songs adapted to her acoustic pop jazz style.
Supported by singer songwriter Ben Hardie, this is sure to be a night full of laughs and good music for a Saturday night.
*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.
Welcome to Sydney’s best, liveliest and most exciting Karaoke night presented by Keys and Crash! Jonathon Holmes is your host for the evening: An accomplished composer, librettist, pianist, director and actor from Sydney.
He released his debut piano-pop EP ‘Plutonese’ in 2014; and four singles since then. Refusing to grow up, he is the host and pianist of ‘Mickey’s Jazz Club’, swinging Disney songs, and Jonathon is a human jukebox in his piano-drum duo ‘Keys & Crash’, playing for Carnival Cruise Line and The Star Sydney.
Entry is cheap, the song-list is massive (over 2,000!) and there’s no feeling like being backed by a LIVE band while you bust your tunes out, so come along to our Gig Bar on Saturday nights for the best weekly party in town.
*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.
Our visual art exhibition for this week is from Sydney artist Fabian Svejkar, which will be on display from the 6th to the 10th of June, with a special Launch event on the 6th starting from 6pm with full bar and kitchen service, as well as free live music from Pyjama Sundayz and Fergus Bailey & the Teeth during the evening!
‘Exposure’ visually documents a burgeoning live music scene in Sydney from 2016 to 2023 between lock-outs and lockdown. Photographer and Videographer, Fabian Svejkar turned his hobby taking photos as favours for friend’s bands into a marketable profession, hopscotching across the city as venues fought to open and stave off closure in an ever-changing Sydney landscape. From pubs to concert halls, clubs to bowlos, festivals to DIY warehouses – the spaces show themselves just as dynamic as the artists in his work.
Through the revealing form of 35mm & medium format film photography, and 8mm tape video; Svejkar works with low-light, fast-paced environments and grain, often employing a shallow depth-of-field or fill flash to capture ‘small moments’ – a memory of the event. The exhibition will launch with over 50 prints, an 8mm video loop presentation and live performances to recapture the sense of agitation among the angry and the avid in the spaces we occupy.
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Pyjama Sundayz
and Fergus Bailey & The Teeth
Free live music on a Tuesday, beat that Vivid.
They’ll make you laugh, they’ll make you cry: Alt-Pop troupe Pyjama Sundayz and Art-Rock darlings Fergus Bailey and The Teeth are coming to Meraki in support of a free live music photography exhibition launching on the same night down in the Gallery Lounge.
The PJs will perform tracks from their new album, The Bribe – raucous, muscular, and never too serious. The Teeth share their soaring forthcoming release – think The Smiths via Nick Cave.
Gallery from 6pm in the Gallery Bar.
Music from 7.15pm in the Gig Bar
*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.
Looking for a good laugh and some stunning poetry? Look no further than LaughCry, a hot new comedy and poetry night celebrating big feelings and our talented queer community.
We’ve got an incredible lineup of queer comedians and poets who will bring their wittiest one-liners and their most moving musings to the stage. Expect stand-up sets that will leave you in stitches, and poets that can wrap their words around your hearts and squeeze out some tears. You may laugh, you may cry. We guarantee you’ll feel something!
The lineup for June is:
Jordana Wegman
Ursula Sparrow
Ray Innes
Caoimhe
Will Tapp
Raveena Grover
LaughCry is on the second Thursday of every month at Meraki Arts Bar. Bring your friends, your partners, that person you’ve been crushing on, and anyone else who wants to join the fun. We can’t wait to see you there!
Follow the show on Instagram @laugh._.cry
*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.
Tonight’s show at Meraki’s Gig Bar features The Playing Minds. The Playing Minds are an Australian group who love to perform in all genres of music so come along if you’re ready to listen to some R&B, Pop, Indie, Jazz and more. We focus on performing original songs as well as covers and as a group we aim to create a night our audience will remember so we would love to see you all there for a great and memorable night!
Venue open from 6pm
Doors at 7pm
Music from 7:30pm
*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.
FREE EVENT
A free evening of gold standard Live Jazz by The Sazeracs in the Gallery Lounge. Enjoy a smooth and sexy night of top quality music alongside our full food and weekly house cocktail menus. Entry is free but bookings recommended.
Welcome to Sydney’s best, liveliest and most exciting Karaoke night presented by Keys and Crash! Jonathon Holmes is your host for the evening: An accomplished composer, librettist, pianist, director and actor from Sydney.
He released his debut piano-pop EP ‘Plutonese’ in 2014; and four singles since then. Refusing to grow up, he is the host and pianist of ‘Mickey’s Jazz Club’, swinging Disney songs, and Jonathon is a human jukebox in his piano-drum duo ‘Keys & Crash’, playing for Carnival Cruise Line and The Star Sydney.
Entry is cheap, the song-list is massive (over 2,000!) and there’s no feeling like being backed by a LIVE band while you bust your tunes out, so come along to our Gig Bar on Saturday nights for the best weekly party in town.
*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.
Gallery Exhibition: Alvin Ruiyuan Zhong & Amy Ge
Our new visual art exhibition this week is from artists Alvin Ruiyuan Zhong & Amy Ge. A selection of their works will be on display and available for purchase from Tuesday 13th until Saturday 24th June.
The free Exhibition Launch will be from 5pm on Tuesday 13th May, so come along and enjoy the first look at the stunning works alongside our brand new weekly house cocktail menu… and then stick around for our Tuesday evening Live Jazz in the space from 7:30!
Asphalt Words and Ocean Dreams (or Asphalt for short) is Sydney’s latest poetry open mic, hosted by Albert Lin. It doesn’t matter if you’ve got something to share, or just want to sit back and listen to some great poetry, there is a space for you here. Close your eyes, let the sound of tires grinding on bitumen fade into the lapping of waves on sand. Let go of the day you just had and sit back with a drink in your hand, and hear the call of the ocean in a place it has never kissed.
Asphalt goes for 2 hours, from 7:30 to 9:30, with an intermission in between. Each performer gets 3 minutes at the mic. Don’t worry about quality; you have already made your mark just by coming. If you need liquid courage, or want some of the best chips in Sydney, the bar is right there. Come join our dream.
*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.
“This monthly “safe space” comedy night showcases some of Sydney’s best comics!
Good Vibes Comedy means just that! Good Vibes Only. This monthly comedy show is a supportive, inclusive environment packed with good comedy, good drinks and good vibes.
Good Vibes Comedy is a curated open mic comedy night with a focus on platforming women and minority voices. We are passionate about inclusion, diversity and most of all, good comedy.
Catch us on the 2nd Wednesday of every month, 7:30pm at Meraki Arts Bar. Tickets are $12.50 online or $15 on the door.
AND if you’re looking for a place to try out new jokes, or start comedy for the first time in a fun environment, please email comedygoodvibes@gmail.com. Please bear in mind this is a monthly room with limited spaces.”
FREE EVENT:
Local Sydney artist Freddie Stafford, will be presenting a set of reinvented jazz standards mixed with original music derived from his background in jazz and contemporary music arranged for a piano and double bass duo.
Described by many as an “old soul” Tilli Kay delivers a vocal performance beyond her years. The Northern Beaches 18 year old singer / songwriter delights with rich tones, insightful and introspective original compositions and clever interpretations of classic covers. Inspired by blues, jazz and folk legends, Tilli Kay combines her youthful energy with mature insight as she revels in delighting an appreciative audience.
Changing Face International Film Festival’s short film night
Don’t miss an unforgettable night of international cinema at Changing Face International Film Festival’s short film night! Featuring CFIFF’s April and May Films of the Month, plus award-winning Queer shorts from previous seasons in celebration of Pride Month.
The program includes ‘Scarecrow,’ the story of a photographer who discovers his camera is a weapon, by Iranian director Faryad Khosravyanii. Heartfelt drama ‘Brother’ by Aleksei Borovikov, a compelling tale of love, sacrifice, and self-discovery. Writer and director Joel Brown’s ‘Djaambi’, an emotionally resonant exploration of racism, identity, and mental health. ‘Operation Save The Moon’, a whimsical animated adventure to reconnect the moon to its celestial hook, by UTS students Justin Hsieh and Chloe Spanos, + MORE!
Venue opens at 6pm for drinks and food.
Doors for event at 7pm
Screenings from 8pm
*ACCESSIBILITY: The Meraki Mainstage theatre is located on the second level of Meraki and is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible at present. It is accessed via two separate flights of stairs from the ground floor (the second flight including a corner half way up), each of which has a handrail.
The Upper Crass Players are bringing their unique style of improv comedy to Meraki Arts Bar! Formed in 2016, the troupe is one of the longest running, consistently performing in Sydney. Described as “dramatic, sharp, and witty” (Sydney Arts Guide) and “a lot of fun” (The Buzz From Sydney), you don’t want to miss this “clever troupe who know how to keep a tight professional grip” (Lisa Thatcher).
www.instagram.com/uppercrasstc
*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.
Welcome to Sydney’s best, liveliest and most exciting Karaoke night presented by Keys and Crash! Jonathon Holmes is your host for the evening: An accomplished composer, librettist, pianist, director and actor from Sydney.
He released his debut piano-pop EP ‘Plutonese’ in 2014; and four singles since then. Refusing to grow up, he is the host and pianist of ‘Mickey’s Jazz Club’, swinging Disney songs, and Jonathon is a human jukebox in his piano-drum duo ‘Keys & Crash’, playing for Carnival Cruise Line and The Star Sydney.
Entry is cheap, the song-list is massive (over 2,000!) and there’s no feeling like being backed by a LIVE band while you bust your tunes out, so come along to our Gig Bar on Saturday nights for the best weekly party in town.
*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.
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.
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.
Adult: $35
Concession: $30
Limited season, for one week only in the Meraki Mainstage:
Water For The Madman is an original solo performance art piece created by Billy White. Featuring spoken word, surrealist film imagery, lyrical movement, field recordings and experimental music, the show weaves a compelling story about a gay man with Type 1 Diabetes trying to navigate his late 20s as a flailing libertine.
Billy shines a raw, uncompromising, and personal light on themes of Type 1 Diabetes, queerness, and mental health, stylishly wrapped in a flourish of hope, humour, and redemption, making it an entertaining and wild jaunt for fabulous people.
Billy White – Performer/Creator
Amanda Scott – Producer/Co-Director
Please note that Meraki Mainstage has a strict lockout policy, and latecomers will not be admitted.
*ACCESSIBILITY: The Meraki Mainstage theatre is located on the second level of Meraki and is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible at present. It is accessed via two separate flights of stairs from the ground floor (the second flight including a corner half way up), each of which has a handrail.
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.
*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.
Once a month, under the light of a full(ish) moon, Meraki is your home and host for the ultimate game of deception, teamwork, and treachery… WEREWOLF!
The game alternates between Night and Day rounds, starting with Night. To begin, the host tell all players to close their eyes, they given roles and goals (some helpful, some devious!) and then they all awake… and the race to uncover the werewolves before they pick off the villagers one by one begins.
Filled with twists and tension and best enjoyed with a cocktail or two to get your synapses firing, Meraki’s Werewolf night is the perfect way to experience one of the best party games alongside food and drink almost as delicious as unsuspecting villagers.
Come and join us at Meraki Arts Bar to celebrate the second single release of The Violet Bard, Sweet Love.
Friday 23rd June
Venue open from 6pm
Music from 8pm – 11pm
Tickets: $15
*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.
Welcome to Sydney’s best, liveliest and most exciting Karaoke night presented by Keys and Crash! Jonathon Holmes is your host for the evening: An accomplished composer, librettist, pianist, director and actor from Sydney.
He released his debut piano-pop EP ‘Plutonese’ in 2014; and four singles since then. Refusing to grow up, he is the host and pianist of ‘Mickey’s Jazz Club’, swinging Disney songs, and Jonathon is a human jukebox in his piano-drum duo ‘Keys & Crash’, playing for Carnival Cruise Line and The Star Sydney.
Entry is cheap, the song-list is massive (over 2,000!) and there’s no feeling like being backed by a LIVE band while you bust your tunes out, so come along to our Gig Bar on Saturday nights for the best weekly party in town.
*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.
Our new visual art exhibition this week is from artist Solaris Shariati. A selection of their works will be on display and available for purchase in the Gallery Lounge from Tuesday 27th June until Saturday 1st July. Enjoy his incredible works throughout the week, and join us from 5pm on Tuesday 27 June for a special free Launch event!
Meet Solaris (@beeanboyy), a 19 year old trans artist who has created intricate blue ballpoint pen drawings of European architecture and natural beauty.
It’s Agatha Christie, improvised! After winning the Meraki Arts Bar Remount Award at Sydney Fringe in 2022, Murder Village returns to Sydney for more cunningly improvised whodunnits.
Immerse yourself in the cozy world of a 1950s Agatha Christie-style novel as the country’s funniest improvisers craft eccentric characters and perplexing mysteries from your suggestions. Any of the village’s suspicious denizens could be dispatched at any moment, and any of them could be the murderer. It’s your secret ballot votes that determine who lives, who dies and who will be unmasked as the culprit.
In Murder Village, the local police inspector may be incompetent but thankfully there is always an amateur sleuth on hand to sort the red herrings from the tell-tale clues. See if you can solve the crime first… whether you see one show or all of them, no two chapters of this critically acclaimed show are the same!
Official website www.improvisedwhodunnit.com
Facebook www.facebook.com/improvisedwhodunnit
Instagram www.instagram.com/improvisedwhodunnit
*ACCESSIBILITY: The Meraki Mainstage theatre is located on the second level of Meraki and is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible at present. It is accessed via two separate flights of stairs from the ground floor (the second flight including a corner half way up), each of which has a handrail.
Jam packed with groovy musical numbers, declasse dick jokes (the finest vintage only), and a handy guide for defeating your landlord in hand to hand combat, Knuckle Witch VS The Erotica Multiverse is a show you do not want to miss.
Knuckle Witch are a Sydney based musical comedy trio: Georgia Drewe (aka Spacedaddy, Bees on Toast,) Natalie Reid ( aka NATIFORM), and Simon Emmerson (aka Simon Emmerson).
They have previously performed for Rule 34 at Giant Dwarf and the Factory Theatre. This show is their debut full length performance.
One night only- July 1st at Meraki Arts Bar, tickets $15
*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.
Step into a world where feminine power ignites, voices rise, and unity flourishes. The stage is set, the spotlight glimmers, and anticipation fills the air as Femeraki, a groundbreaking feminist festival, unveils its breathtaking opening night. Prepare to be mesmerized by a symphony of diversity, celebrating the boundless spirit of womxn and their allies.
As the curtains part, the energy surges through the crowd, pulsating with an electrifying blend of art, music, and activism. From thought-provoking performances to captivating visual displays, this opening night of Femeraki weaves a tapestry of empowerment, unapologetic expression, and inclusive, intersectional storytelling.
Tickets are $15 with a drink included with the purchase.
Adult: $35
Concession: $30
Limited season, for two weeks only. June 4th – 15th.
Welcome to the most tantalizing, rib-tickling, and intellectually stimulating feminist variety show to grace the Meraki Mainstage! Tough Titties is a 90 minute comedy show, filled with fabulous fem & enby performers.
In a world where the patriarchy reigns supreme, Tough Titties is a outburst of sharp satire, parody, outright absurdity & gut-busting entertainment that doesn’t hold back at exploring the plethora of social & political issues that feminine people experience all while kicking the patriarchy in the dick.
Entangled with sketch comedy, hilarious stand up comedians and captivating storytellers, you are bound to feel empowered and enlightened. Smashing the patriarchy has never been this side-splittingly delightful.
And if you don’t like feminism… then TOUGH TITTIES!
Presented by Queen Hades Productions
Enter a realm of connection, collaboration, and fierce determination as SWFTT and Queen Hades Productions proudly present a networking night at the Femeraki festival. Whether you’re a female creative just starting out or a seasoned pro looking to make new connections, prepare to embark on a transformative journey, where minds ignite, ideas flourish, and powerful alliances are forged. We are providing a Q&A with some incredible professionals, and then a structured networking night.
*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.
Hungry for Attention Gameshow: Femeraki Festival
You like game shows? Of course you do! Wanna see Freya Reviews put two comedians through their paces? Join us in the Gallery Lounge for the beloved comedic and casual game show Hungry for Attention, now performing live at Meraki where you can enjoy the show with our full food and drink menus… including our special weekly house cocktails.
Positive Self-Portrait Drawing Class: Femeraki Festival
Embark on a transformative journey of self-love and artistic expression at the positive self-image drawing class, led by the visionary artist Jess Zlotnick. Hosted within the vibrant realm of the Femeraki Festival, curated by Queen Hades Productions, this captivating workshop is designed to empower and celebrate the beauty within each and every one of us.
In this safe and inclusive space, Jess Zlotnick invites participants to embrace their unique features, quirks, and strengths. Through her expert guidance, you will learn to wield the pencil as a tool of self-discovery and affirmation, unlocking the inner artist that resides in all of us. All drawing materials provided.
Thursday 6th July
Event begins at 6:30
Duration 90 minutes
Tickets: $10
Descend into the depths of the Underworld with Queen Hades, where the beats pulsate, identities thrive, and liberation reigns supreme. Welcome to an edgy and electrifying club night like no other, exclusively for fem, genderqueer, AFAB and enby club-goers. This immersive experience at the Femeraki Festival will transport you to a realm where self-expression knows no bounds.
*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.
Forbidden Fruit Film Night: Femeraki Festival
Indulge in a tantalizing feast of cinematic delights at the Forbidden Fruit Film Festival, a captivating showcase of women, genderqueer, and enby directors. As part of the Femeraki Festival, meticulously curated by the visionary minds of Queen Hades Productions, this extraordinary event promises to redefine the boundaries of storytelling and ignite your passion for inclusive cinema.
Step into a world where untold narratives come alive on the silver screen, crafted by bold and visionary filmmakers who challenge societal norms and push creative boundaries. From compelling narratives to thought-provoking documentaries, the Forbidden Fruit Film Festival celebrates the diverse perspectives and raw talent of underrepresented voices.
*ACCESSIBILITY: The Meraki Mainstage theatre / Green Room bar is located on the second level of Meraki and is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible at present. It is accessed via two separate flights of stairs from the ground floor (the second flight including a corner half way up), each of which has a handrail.
Live Karaoke: Keys and Crash-the-Patriarchy! July 8
Welcome to Sydney’s best, liveliest and most exciting Karaoke night presented by Keys and Crash! Jonathon Holmes is your host for the evening: An accomplished composer, librettist, pianist, director and actor from Sydney.
The June 8 and 15 Keys and Crash nights are also part of our fortnight long Femeraki Festival, all songs for the evenings will be by women… but sun by absolutely everyone, including YOU!
He released his debut piano-pop EP ‘Plutonese’ in 2014; and four singles since then. Refusing to grow up, he is the host and pianist of ‘Mickey’s Jazz Club’, swinging Disney songs, and Jonathon is a human jukebox in his piano-drum duo ‘Keys & Crash’, playing for Carnival Cruise Line and The Star Sydney.
Entry is cheap, the song-list is massive (over 2,000!) and there’s no feeling like being backed by a LIVE band while you bust your tunes out, so come along to our Gig Bar on Saturday nights for the best weekly party in town.
*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.
Live Karaoke: Keys and Crash-the-Patriarchy! July 15
Welcome to Sydney’s best, liveliest and most exciting Karaoke night presented by Keys and Crash! Jonathon Holmes is your host for the evening: An accomplished composer, librettist, pianist, director and actor from Sydney.
The June 8 and 15 Keys and Crash nights are also part of our fortnight long Femeraki Festival, all songs for the evenings will be by women… but sun by absolutely everyone, including YOU!
He released his debut piano-pop EP ‘Plutonese’ in 2014; and four singles since then. Refusing to grow up, he is the host and pianist of ‘Mickey’s Jazz Club’, swinging Disney songs, and Jonathon is a human jukebox in his piano-drum duo ‘Keys & Crash’, playing for Carnival Cruise Line and The Star Sydney.
Entry is cheap, the song-list is massive (over 2,000!) and there’s no feeling like being backed by a LIVE band while you bust your tunes out, so come along to our Gig Bar on Saturday nights for the best weekly party in town.
*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.
Join comedians Jess Fuchs (girl) and Nick White (gay) for a raucous and ridiculous one night only showcase of the sexiest, silliest and sauciest female and LGBTQIA+ stand up comedians this town has to offer.
Doors 7pm. Show starts at 7:30pm sharp. Don’t be dramatic, just get there on time, this isn’t about you. It’s about us.
*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.
Previews: 20th – 21st July
Opening Night: Saturday 22nd July
Season: 25th July – 5th August
@ 7:30pm
A chocolate-coated post-apocalyptic fairy tale.
Presley and Haley have lived alone in their dead parents’ apartment eating nothing but chocolate and sleeping pills for ten years. They tell each other stories about the world outside: a post apocalyptic wasteland inhabited by packs of wild dogs. Or is it? One night the arrival of a mysterious stranger turns their lives upside down, the boundaries between reality and fantasy begin to blur, and the siblings are forced to confront their darkest fears and the truth of what happened to their parents.
Please note that Meraki Mainstage has a strict lockout policy, and latecomers will not be admitted. Please carefully read the booking and cancellation policy when making your booking and contact Meraki as soon as possible should your plans change.
CREATIVE TEAM:
Written by Philip Ridley
Directed by Victor Kalka
Cast
Jane Angharad
James Smithers
Harry Winsome
assistant director Frances Colin
intimacy coordinator Shy Magsalin
sound designer Ryan Devlin
produced by Virginia Plain Theatre
photography Clare Hawley
This July, Jack R. Reilly is bringing an intimate solo performance to the Meraki Arts Bar to showcase some brand new material.
Jack has been a staple of the east coast music
Since the release of Middle Everything in 2020, Jack has scurried himself away collecting inspiration, memories and stories to turn into new music and now the time has come to share what they have been putting together.
“One of our acts to watch in 2020 cements his status as one of Australia’s most brilliant songwriters with an impeccable debut album.” – Pilerats
“Jack’s been putting in the hard yards for years and it’s been supremely rewarding for me to watch the growth in his songwriting across that period.” -Tommy Faith, triple j
*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.
