MERI NAZAR SE DEKHO
2026-04-24 19:00 - 20:30 (Australia/Sydney) | Pioneer Theatre Castle Hill, 14 Pennant St, Castle Hill, NSW, 2154, Australia
Meri Nazar Se Dekho (A two-act play in Hindi)
Director: Shashidhar Dandekar | Asst Director: Saurabh Datar
Artists: Bobby Mallick | Rushi Dave | Saurabh Datar | Rajshri Roy | Master Tanish

Nandagovindam Global Bhajan Yaan
2026-04-25 17:30 - 20:30 | The Round (Nunawading), 379-399 Whitehorse Rd, Nunawading VIC 3131
Presented by the Kerala Hindu Society Melbourne (KHSM), this event will feature the highly acclaimed Nanda Govindam Bhajans known for their enchanting vocals, devotional storytelling, and captivating stage presence. Their performances have gained immense appreciation worldwide for their ability to connect deeply with audiences of all ages, evoking peace, joy, and spiritual reflection through every composition.
The event encourages cultural appreciation, spiritual enrichment, and a sense of togetherness among Melbourne’s multicultural community. It will also showcase traditional devotional music with modern artistic elements, making it a meaningful experience for both long-term devotees and those exploring Indian culture for the first time.
Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with devotion, music, and community spirit. Nandagovindam Bhajans promises to be a memorable spiritual celebration that will inspire.
GET TICKETS HERE: The Round

Nandagovindam Bhajans - Adelaide
2026-05-01 19:00 - 21:30 | Norwood Concert Hall, Norwood Concert Hall 175 The Parade, Norwood, South Australia, 5067, Australia
Kerala Hindu Society Melbourne is delighted to present the trending Nandagovindam Bhajans in Adelaide on 1st May 2026 at the Norwood Concert Hall. This spiritually uplifting programme brings together soulful music, rhythmic devotion, and vibrant energy, celebrating the divine leelas of Lord Krishna. Join us for an evening of collective bhakti, melodious chants, and a deeply immersive cultural experience that resonates with tradition and contemporary devotion alike.

GET TICKETS HERE: Nandagovindam Bhajans – Adelaide

Maheep Singh – Live in Australia 2026
2026-05-02 18:30 - 20:00 | St Stephen’s School Theatre, 100 Doveridge Dr, Duncraig, Perth, Western Australia, 6023, Australia
The “Gujarati Sardar” of Indian comedy is bringing his outrageously witty, unfiltered, and hilariously relatable stand-up to stages across Australia — and if you’ve ever been married, had a mother, or simply lived the Indian middle-class life, this one is for you. Known for his freestyle storytelling, sharp observational humour, and real-life stories spanning five decades, Maheep Singh is one of India’s most beloved comedy voices and he is finally here. Catch him live across the country:
📍 Perth 📅 Saturday, 2 May 2026 | 6:30 PM 📌 St Stephen’s School Theatre, Duncraig WA
📍 Melbourne 📅 Sunday, 3 May 2026 | 7:00 PM 📌 The Comic’s Lounge, North Melbourne VIC
📍 Adelaide 📅 Saturday, 9 May 2026 | 6:00 PM 📌 The Parks Theatre, Angle Park SA
📍 Sydney 📅 Sunday, 10 May 2026 | 6:30 PM 📌 Pioneer Theatre, Castle Hill NSW
Show is in Hindi. 16+ years. Adult content.
Tickets selling fast — grab yours before they’re gone! 🎤

Abby Govindan at Perth Comedy Festival 2026: Chaos, Comedy & Coming of Age
2026-05-02 20:00 - 2026-05-03 00:00 | The Rechabite, 22 William St, Northbridge, Perth, WA, Australia
The Perth Comedy Festival 2026 is bringing a packed international lineup, and one of the standout names this year is US-based comedian Abby Govindan — returning with her new hour Pushing 30.
Taking place in Perth this May, Govindan’s show is part of a broader festival running from 20 April to 17 May 2026, which turns the city into a month-long hub for global comedy talent.
🎭 What the show is about
Pushing 30 is exactly what it sounds like — but funnier, messier, and a lot more relatable.
Govindan’s set dives into:

dating in your late 20s
the pressure of “figuring life out”
cultural expectations and generational differences
and the chaos of becoming an adult when nobody gave you instructions

It’s self-aware, sharp, and very rooted in the millennial/Gen-Z experience of feeling like you’re both ahead and behind in life at the same time.
😂 What to expect
Expect fast-paced storytelling, sharp punchlines, awkward honesty, and moments where you laugh first… and think later.
Because with Abby Govindan, comedy isn’t just jokes — it’s personal chaos turned into shared experience.

Dance, Discuss, Diversity at Safal Festival: South Asia and Australia
2026-05-03 10:00 - 20:00 | Pioneer Theatre Castle Hill, 14 Pennant St, Castle Hill, NSW, 2154, Australia
Safal Festival is a unique platform showcasing diverse South Asian cultures in Australia. The SAFAL Festival celebrates diverse arts, culture, languages and literature of the dynamic South Asian region of Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Pakistan in Australia.
The Founder and President of the SAFAL Festival Ash Gholkar brings his passion for diversity and inclusion to the festival inviting everyone to attend the art exhibitions & hands-on workshops; literature & book fair; short film screenings in the main theatre; live song & dance concert; bazaar; trade stalls & cultural displays. Join interactive sessions including creative writing, craft making, painting, doll making, Japanese stitching Sashiko, patchwork for all ages.
Ash Gholkar President, Kedar Pagaddinnimath Festival Chairperson and Saliya Tennekoon Festival Director lead the team inviting everyone of all ages to celebrate at this free and fabulous festival.
GET TICKETS HERE: SAFAL Fest | South Asian Film, Arts & Literature Festival

NANDAGOVINDAM BHAJANS - SYDNEY
2026-05-03 17:00 - 21:00 | Sir John Clancy Auditorium, 9 High St, Kensington NSW 2052 Australia
Nandagovindam Bhajans delivers soul-stirring devotional music that uplifts the heart and nurtures the spirit. Their performances celebrate Krishna’s divine grace through melodious bhajans, creating an immersive cultural and spiritual experience for audiences of all ages — fostering peace, devotion, and a deep spiritual connection through music.

GET TICKETS HERE: Nandagovindam Bhajans

Maheep Singh Live in Melb
2026-05-03 18:30 - 20:30 | comic’s lounge, 1/26 Errol St, North Melbourne, Australia
Overview

Get ready to laugh till your stomach hurts as Maheep Singh brings his hilarious stand-up comedy to Melbourne!

A funny look at love, relationships, marriage and mundane lives of Indian men. Outrageously witty and often borderline offensive.
A funny look at love, relationships, marriage and mundane lives of Indian men.
Outrageously witty and often borderline offensive. Cuss words are used spuriously as punctuations but not directed at someone in particular.
Freestyle comedy set in last 50 years narrating real life stories of the artist himself.
Event Terms & Conditions

16 + years event. ( Adult Content )
Show is in Hindi Language.
Tickets are non-refundable – Once confirmed, ticket sales are final. Refunds, exchanges or cancellations and seat swapping not available.
If an event is cancelled/postponed, we will refund only the face value of the ticket and NOT the booking fee.
Event Producers & the Venue staff reserve the right to ask any guest to leave or remove them from the venue for any reason we see as inappropriate and for a successful running of our event.
In an event of misconduct by patron’s, Event Producers reserves the right to eviction.
We recommend that you arrive at-least 30 minutes prior at the venue for a seamless entry.
These terms and conditions are subject to change from time to time at the discretion of the Producers.
Ticket price can change without any prior notice.
Any kind of Photography or Videography is NOT Allowed. If you are found recording the show, your device will be confiscated & legal action may be taken against you.

Satinder Sartaaj - The Heritage Tour
2026-05-03 19:30 - 22:30 | Adelaide Convention Centre, North Terrace, Adelaide, SA, 5000, Australia
Experience an unforgettable evening of music, poetry, and cultural brilliance as Dr. Satinder Sartaaj brings his acclaimed Heritage Tour to Down under presented by Creative Events Australia.
Renowned globally for his soul-stirring vocals, poetic depth, and timeless compositions, Satinder Sartaaj is more than a performer, he is a storyteller, scholar, and cultural icon. The Heritage Tour is a carefully curated live concert experience that celebrates Punjabi heritage through music that resonates across generations.
Audiences can expect a mesmerising night filled with heartfelt melodies, meaningful lyrics, and powerful live performance, delivered with elegance and authenticity. This is a family-friendly, premium concert experience designed for those who appreciate art, culture, and soulful live music.
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to witness one of the most respected voices in contemporary Punjabi music live on stage in Australia.
GET TICKETS HERE: Satinder Sartaaj Tickets

Rangmann Theatre Project - Colours of the Mind
2026-05-05 - 2026-05-30 | Southern Community Centre
We invite you to join a theatre-based workshop series designed to support open, respectful conversations about youth mental health. Through guided storytelling and creative activities, we’ll explore how we can better understand and support young people’s wellbeing in a safe and inclusive space. No theatre experience needed.

Who can join?

• People aged 18+

• Individuals who identify as having Indian Australian heritage, or who work in roles supporting this community
Please note: These workshops are not therapeutic sessions. They are a creative way to learn together, share ideas and reshape conversations around youth mental health.

Sign up: https://forms.office.com/r/C9bgTfhaUb
For more information, contact Rebecca: rebecca@enliven.org.au

We welcome you to be part of this meaningful and supportive community project.

Thank you to our partners headspace Knox, Shakti Mental Health.

Thank you to our funder Eastern Melbourne Primary Health Network EMPHN.

This initiative is funded by the Australian Government under the PHN program.

GET TICKETS HERE: Sign up here

Dr Satinder Sartaaj "The heritage Tour" 2026 - Brisbane
2026-05-08 19:30 - 21:30 | Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, Glenelg St, South Brisbane, QLD, 4101, Australia
Satinder Sartaaj is a renowned Punjabi singer, poet and composer celebrated for his ability to fuse traditional music with contemporary influences. Born and trained in classical Punjabi music, Sartaaj has earned acclaim for his soulful vocals, poetic lyricism and compelling stage presence, establishing himself as one of the leading voices in Punjabi music globally. His artistry is characterised by a deep respect for cultural heritage, combined with a creative vision that resonates with audiences across generations.
The Heritage Tour offers a unique opportunity to experience Satinder Sartaaj’s music live, celebrating Punjabi culture through an elegant, family-friendly showcase of song and poetry. Visiting major cities across Australia and New Zealand, including Perth, Auckland, Adelaide, Brisbane, Sydney, Canberra and Melbourne, the tour highlights Sartaaj’s emotive performances and rich musical repertoire. Each show is designed to engage audiences with a blend of traditional compositions and modern interpretations, providing an immersive and culturally enriching experience that reflects both the depth of Sartaaj’s talent and the vibrancy of Punjabi heritage.
GET TICKETS HERE: Dr Satinder Sartaaj ‘The Heritage’ Australian Tour 2026 | Ticket Merchant

Dr. Satinder Sartaaj – The Heritage Tour | Australia 2026
2026-05-08 20:00 - 21:30 | Royal Theatre National Convention Centre, 31 Constitution Ave, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, 2601, Australia
The Heritage Tour is Dr. Satinder Sartaaj’s international concert series, featuring a full Mehfil-style performance of Sufi poetry, Punjabi folk music, and original shayari. Poet, scholar, and cultural icon this is not just a concert, it is an evening of soulful music, timeless melodies, and deeply moving poetry that celebrates the very best of Punjabi heritage. Sartaaj sold out Rod Laver Arena in April 2024 and completed 18 consecutive sold-out shows across Canada on a single tour and this year he is back across Australia in a big way. Family-friendly, culturally rich, and utterly unforgettable. Catch him live across the country
📍 Canberra 📅 Monday, 11 May 2026 (Rescheduled from 2 May)| 6:30 PM 📌 Royal Theatre, National Convention Centre
📍 Brisbane 📅 Friday, 8 May 2026 | 8:00 PM 📌 Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, Southbank
📍 Sydney 📅 Saturday, 9 May 2026 📌 TikaTok Entertainment Centre
📍 Melbourne – Show 1 📅 Saturday, 16 May 2026 | 6:00 PM 📌 Rod Laver Arena
📍 Melbourne – Show 2 📅 Sunday, 17 May 2026 | 6:00 PM 📌 Rod Laver Arena

Mahesh Kale's Abhangwari - A Soulful Sound of Bhakti Live
2026-05-09 18:30 - 20:30 | Pacific Hills Christian School, 9 Quarry Rd, Dural, NSW, 2158, Australia
AbhangWari with Mahesh Kale
Let’s come together to celebrate the soul-stirring beauty of Abhangs and devotional music. Experience an evening filled with powerful vocals, timeless abhangs and music that touches the heart.
Bring your family and friends and be part of a truly uplifting celebration in Sydney.
GET TICKETS HERE: Drytickets

Bobby Singh & Friends – Sutradhaar
2026-05-09 19:30 | UKARIA Cultural Centre, 119 Williams Rd, Adelaide, South Australia, 5251
ARIA Award-winning tabla player Bobby Singh brings a collaboration that spans cultures, generations and border featuring the compositions of tabla maestro Aneesh Pradhan, bridging Indian classical tradition, jazz and blues, with the presence of Tjupurru’s didgeridoo grounding the music in the roots of this land. The result is an album and live experience that transcends genre and geography a rich, genre-defying suite of music that is as much Indian as it is Australian. Catch them live:
📍 Adelaide | UKARIA Cultural Centre 📅 Saturday, 9 May 2026 | 7:30 PM

Bobby Singh and Friends - Sutradhaar
2026-05-09 19:30 - 21:30 | UKARIA Cultural Centre, 119 Williams Rd, Adelaide, South Australia, 5251
ARIA Award-winning tabla player Bobby Singh returns to UKARIA for a collaboration that spans cultures, generations and borders. Featuring the compositions of tabla maestro Aneesh Pradhan, the music revolves around the nucleus of Bobby Singh – himself a student of Aneesh. Bridging Indian classical tradition, jazz and blues, the presence of Tjupurru’s didgeridoo grounds this collaboration in the roots of this land, with Bobby as the musical sutradhaar – the narrator who connects all the threads in this story.
Sydney-based jazz legend Sandy Evans was tasked with arranging the compositions for a unique ensemble of leading Australian musicians, each with a deep personal connection to Bobby’s life and music.
‘Over many years, these musicians have become my family. In my experience with collaborating in the West I feel that the best connections are made on a personal level, as humans, and are not dependent on the instrument that is played. We have toured around the world together, we have shared our food and stayed in each other’s homes, talked about the meaning of life together… then the music is played, and it feels like we have been playing together for lifetimes.’
– Bobby Singh

Bobby Singh | Tabla
Sandy Evans | Saxophone
Jeff Lang | Guitar
Greg Sheehan | Percussion
Ben Walsh | Percussion
Lara Goodridge | Violin / Voice
Shenzo Gregorio | Viola / Voice
Zela Margossian | Piano
Tjupurru | Didgeridoo
GET TICKETS HERE: Bobby Singh and Friends | UKARIA Cultural Centre

Dr Satinder Sartaaj "The heritage Tour" 2026 - Sydney
2026-05-09 19:30 - 21:30 | Tiktok Entertainment centre, 14 darling drive, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia

Rafi Aur Main by Javed Ali
2026-05-10 18:00 - 22:00 | Concert Hall, Sydney Opera House, Bennelong Point, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
Blockbuster hits of Javed Ali and timeless classics of Mohammed Rafi

‘Rafi Aur Main’, featuring Javed Ali, known as the Golden Voice of All Time, performs live in Sydney. Javed Ali is famous for his beautiful voice and ability to sing a wide range of songs, from romantic tunes to lively hits. This concert is a great chance to enjoy his incredible talent and feel the emotions in every song he sings. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to his music, this is a show you won’t want to miss.

Maheep Singh Live in Sydney
2026-05-10 18:30 - 20:30 | Pioneer Theatre
Overview

Get ready to laugh till your stomach hurts as Maheep Singh brings his hilarious stand-up comedy to Sydney!

A funny look at love, relationships, marriage and mundane lives of Indian men. Outrageously witty and often borderline offensive.
A funny look at love, relationships, marriage and mundane lives of Indian men.
Outrageously witty and often borderline offensive. Cuss words are used spuriously as punctuations but not directed at someone in particular.
Freestyle comedy set in last 50 years narrating real life stories of the artist himself.
Event Terms & Conditions

16 + years event. ( Adult Content )
Show is in Hindi Language.
Tickets are non-refundable – Once confirmed, ticket sales are final. Refunds, exchanges or cancellations and seat swapping not available.
If an event is cancelled/postponed, we will refund only the face value of the ticket and NOT the booking fee.
Event Producers & the Venue staff reserve the right to ask any guest to leave or remove them from the venue for any reason we see as inappropriate and for a successful running of our event.
In an event of misconduct by patron’s, Event Producers reserves the right to eviction.
We recommend that you arrive at-least 30 minutes prior at the venue for a seamless entry.
These terms and conditions are subject to change from time to time at the discretion of the Producers.
Ticket price can change without any prior notice.
Any kind of Photography or Videography is NOT Allowed. If you are found recording the show, your device will be confiscated & legal action may be taken against you.

GET TICKETS HERE: Maheep Singh Live in Sydney

Dr Satinder Sartaaj "The heritage Tour" 2026 - Canberra
2026-05-11 18:30 - 20:30 | Royal Theatre National Convention Centre, 31 Constitution Ave, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, 2601, Australia

Suraj Kolarkar - Brown Boy Marries White Girl
2026-05-13 19:00 - 21:00 | The Terminal at The Factory Theatre, 105 Victoria Rd, Marrickville,, Sydney, NSW, 2204, Australia
Award-winning comedian Suraj explores love, marriage and culture at this year’s Sydney Comedy Festival.

Magnetic stage presence, hilarious observations and captivating storytelling that has sold out shows & collected 10M+ views online.

GET TICKETS HERE: Suraj Kolarkar – Brown Boy Marries White Girl

Between Earth & Sky
2026-05-14 - 2026-05-19 | world trade centre, 18-38 Siddeley St, Melbourne, Victoria, 3008, Australia
We are delighted to present Between Earth & Sky, a solo exhibition by Australian-Indian artist Bobby Matharu , a passionate explorer, paraglider, surfer, and storyteller through paint.
Inspired by flight, movement, nature, and the changing Australian landscape, Bobby’s works transform light, colour, ocean, sky, and open space into deeply poetic visual experiences. His paintings invite viewers into moments of stillness and reflection, where the natural world becomes a bridge between emotion, memory, and spiritual contemplation.
Through vibrant coastlines, glowing sunsets, expansive fields, and dreamlike horizons, the exhibition explores freedom, connection, and the quiet dialogue between humanity and nature — observing the sky, the earth, and the self within.
GET TICKETS HERE: https://www.creativeasia.org/event-details/between-earth-sky-by-bobby-matharu

ASHWYN SINGH - WRONG SINGH TO SAY - Sydney
2026-05-14 21:00 - 22:30 | COMEDY STORE TOO
Ashwyn Singh is a standup comedian, musician, and writer whose work blends incisive humor with heartfelt social commentary. An Indian immigrant turned Canadian resident, Ashwyn draws on his unique perspective to explore themes of cultural identity, immigration, and family with wit and relatability. Ashwyn’s standup comedy tackles social issues like immigration, religion, politics, mental health, and global conflicts, highlighting the hypocrisy in human behavior with sharp humor. His viral Desi Translations series, which has over 40 million views, celebrates the artistry of Hindi and Urdu lyrics by reinterpreting everyday English phrases. Featured on Canada’s Got Talent, CBC’s The Debaters, and major comedy festivals like Winnipeg and Halifax, Ashwyn has opened for acclaimed acts such as Mark Normand, Sammy Obeid, and Zarna Garg, establishing himself as a standout talent in comedy.
GET TICKETS HERE: Comedy Store Too

Camp Darwin - by Arjun Raina
2026-05-15 - 2026-05-31 | Etty Street Room 9, Downstairs at 35 Etty Street, Castlemaine, Melbourne, VIC, 3450, Australia
Camp Darwin is a new play written by Gisborne-based South Asian writer, actor, director and teacher Arjun Raina, and based on his personal experience of being held in quarantine at The National Centre for Resilience, Darwin during the height of the COVID Pandemic.
About ‘Camp Darwin’, a story of human resilience
A hundred and fifty Australian Citizens and Residents return by a Government aided Qantas flight to Darwin after having been stuck in India for over a year and more. They are taken to the Howard Springs Quarantine Facility in Darwin, Northern Territory. At the Quarantine Centre we meet six of them, Raminder and Dalip, both of Indian origin, Peter Xu, a Chinese Australian and Jack, Larry, and Chris, Australians of Anglo-Saxon heritage.
Welcomed and escorted by members of the Australian Defence Force, they are housed in steel dongas with little porches on which they are allowed to sit masked, to protect the wider community from their potentially virus infected bodies and breath. For fourteen days, these six characters live their restricted lives in these dongas and porches, being tested for Covid three times, each test bringing the threat of a positive result, leading to being moved to the mysterious ‘red zone.’ The living out of the lives of these six characters in the restrictive, and at times oppressive regime of the Quarantine Centre, and within the greater threat and stress of the Coronavirus Pandemic, offers a deeply empathetic insight into the human drama being played out with the lives of Australians desperate to return home to their families and loved ones.
The gruelling testing regime, the surveillance systems and presence of Cops and Guards, the intimacy between strangers, sporadic explosions of humour, of dance, of laughter, the moments of great stress, anger and breakdown, all lead the drama to its climax when on the last day one of the six men tests positive.
GET TICKETS HERE: https://www.castlemainetheatrecompany.com/camp-darwin/

Suraj Kolarkar - Brown Boy Marries White Girl
2026-05-15 19:00 - 21:00 | The Terminal at The Factory Theatre, 105 Victoria Rd, Marrickville,, Sydney, NSW, 2204, Australia
This is a standup comedy show written and performed by your favourite brown boy Suraj Kolarkar (Apple TV, Netflix) about love, culture, marriage, dating and the immigrant experience.
With a magnetic stage presence, sharp wit and captivating storytelling that has sold out shows and collected over ten million views on his comedy clips, this multi award-winning comedian, podcast host and actor consistently keeps audiences in stitches with his hilarious observations on everything from the everyday to his own identity.
Brown Boy Marries White Girl is a joyous celebration of interracial relationships and all the foibles that go with marrying into a different culture.
Come cherish in the revelry as Suraj expertly takes you on the roller-coaster of love, and maybe we’ll all walk away knowing a bit more about each other (or we’ll find new ways to win arguments, either way).
GET TICKETS HERE: Suraj Kolarkar – Brown Boy Marries White Girl

The Yellow Diary
2026-05-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Wonderland Brisbane, 633 Ann Street, Brisbane, Queensland, 4006, Australia
India’s leading pop-rock band, The Yellow Diary has a fresh sonic identity that blends thought-provoking poetry with a unique, modern soundscape. Charged with powerful songwriting, their music is an ode to the experiences we go through in this mysterious, unpredictable roller coaster called life. Their music is a reflection of personal experiences and personal journeys, something most of us pen in our journals/diaries.
GET TICKETS HERE: The Yellow Diary – Live in Brisbane Tickets, Friday, May 15-Saturday, May 16 • 7 PM-3 AM | Eventbrite

Camp Darwin
2026-05-15 19:30 - 21:30 | Etty Street, Room No. 9, 35 Etty Street, Castlemaine VIC 3450, VIC, VIC, 3450, Australia
Camp Darwin is a new play written by Gisborne-based South Asian writer, actor, director and teacher Arjun Raina, and based on his personal experience of being held in quarantine at The National Centre for Resilience, Darwin during the height of the COVID Pandemic.
Cast: Matt Barbetti, Angela Down, David Farrington, Lillian Gutteridge, Peter Gutteridge, Kim Johnson, Kate Lawrence, Kate de Prada, Luca Romani, Ivan Sun, Martin Thomas, Hem Tiwary
About ‘Camp Darwin’, a story of human resilience
A hundred and fifty Australian Citizens and Residents return by a Government aided Qantas flight to Darwin after having been stuck in India for over a year and more. They are taken to the Howard Springs Quarantine Facility in Darwin, Northern Territory. At the Quarantine Centre we meet six of them, Raminder and Dalip, both of Indian origin, Peter Xu, a Chinese Australian and Jack, Larry, and Chris, Australians of Anglo-Saxon heritage.
Welcomed and escorted by members of the Australian Defence Force, they are housed in steel dongas with little porches on which they are allowed to sit masked, to protect the wider community from their potentially virus infected bodies and breath. For fourteen days, these six characters live their restricted lives in these dongas and porches, being tested for Covid three times, each test bringing the threat of a positive result, leading to being moved to the mysterious ‘red zone.’ The living out of the lives of these six characters in the restrictive, and at times oppressive regime of the Quarantine Centre, and within the greater threat and stress of the Coronavirus Pandemic, offers a deeply empathetic insight into the human drama being played out with the lives of Australians desperate to return home to their families and loved ones.
The gruelling testing regime, the surveillance systems and presence of Cops and Guards, the intimacy between strangers, sporadic explosions of humour, of dance, of laughter, the moments of great stress, anger and breakdown, all lead the drama to its climax when on the last day one of the six men tests positive.

ASHWYN SINGH - WRONG SINGH TO SAY - Perth
2026-05-16 06:30 - 20:00 | regal theatre, 474 Hay St, Perth, Subiaco, WA, 6008
Ashwyn Singh is a standup comedian, musician, and writer whose work blends incisive humor with heartfelt social commentary. An Indian immigrant turned Canadian resident, Ashwyn draws on his unique perspective to explore themes of cultural identity, immigration, and family with wit and relatability. Ashwyn’s standup comedy tackles social issues like immigration, religion, politics, mental health, and global conflicts, highlighting the hypocrisy in human behavior with sharp humor. His viral Desi Translations series, which has over 40 million views, celebrates the artistry of Hindi and Urdu lyrics by reinterpreting everyday English phrases. Featured on Canada’s Got Talent, CBC’s The Debaters, and major comedy festivals like Winnipeg and Halifax, Ashwyn has opened for acclaimed acts such as Mark Normand, Sammy Obeid, and Zarna Garg, establishing himself as a standout talent in comedy.
GET TICKETS HERE: ticketek

BHAV by Padma Bhushan Shobana
2026-05-16 16:00 - 21:00 | Riverside Theatre, Corner Church and Market Streets, Parramatta New South Wales 2150
Bha.Raa.Tha Academy presents an unforgettable evening where cultures meet through movement, rhythm, and tradition.

The highlight of the evening is “BHAV – Bharatha’s 5th Vedha”, an acclaimed dance-theatre production by Padma Bhushan Shobana. Deeply rooted in Bharatanatyam, BHAV explores Natya as the fifth Veda—an ancient and powerful medium of storytelling that transcends language, bringing philosophy, devotion, and human emotion vividly to life through expressive movement and music.
The program is further enriched by a captivating Aboriginal dance performance accompanied by the didgeridoo, honouring Australia’s First Nations culture and its timeless connection to land and spirit.
Bharaatholsavam Sydney ’26 stands as a celebration of cultural harmony, embracing diversity while valuing and respecting age-old traditions. This unique cross-cultural experience invites audiences to witness how art becomes a bridge—connecting histories, identities, and communities in a shared moment of beauty and understanding.
Join us for an evening that truly embodies the spirit of unity through culture.

Dr Satinder Sartaaj "The heritage Tour" 2026 - Melbourne
2026-05-16 18:00 - 21:00 | Rod Laver Arena, 200 Batman Ave, Melbourne, VIC, 3004, Australia

Ranga Bera Mihira & Garaa
2026-05-16 18:30 - 21:00 | Bunjil Place Theatre, 2 Patrick NE Dr, Narre Warren, VIC, 3805, Australia
Where Two Brilliant Acts Become One Epic Experience
Ranga Bera Mihira – Drum Ensemble – experience the electrifying power of Sri Lankan drums and rhythms.
Garaa – Scar Faced Prince – Immerse yourself in a night of authentic Sri Lankan Artistry – a performance that promises to be both authentic and inspiring.
Experience an unforgettable evening of rhythm, tradition, and storytelling as Thaala Asapuwa and Prasanna Ru Dance Ensemble come together for a special collaboration on May 16th 2026!
This unique event will feature two breathtaking shows in one night:

Ranga Bera Mihira
Garaa – The Scar Faced Prince

Audiences will be immersed in the rich heritage of Sri Lankan music and dance, with every beat and movement performed live. From ritualistic performances rarely seen outside of Sri Lanka to a dazzling showcase from our senior students, the night promises to be both authentic and inspiring.
GET TICKETS HERE: Bunjil Place
