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Interview with Keroshin Govender on Dial Afrika Wed. Sept. 16

The talented South African born Keroshin Govender will be gracing Eastside's Studio A live on Dial Afrika with PJ on the eve of his new exhibition entitled, Paramnesia which opens at Gaffa Gallery, Thursday September 17. Tune in 9am Wednesday 16 for a live chat with Keroshin.   Read More

Writers in the Park 2015

If you’re a lover of a good book, a piece of poetry, an entertaining illustration or a good bit of storytelling, then the inaugural literary festival Writers in the Park is just the event for you. Held amongst the splendour … Read More

Gaffa Gallery presents ‘Paramnesia’ by Keroshin Govender

Coming up at the end of September, Gaffa Gallery will be presenting a new exhibition by talented artist Keroshin Govender entitled Paramnesia. This exhibition is one to challenge our perceptions of the people and places featuring in the paintings just … Read More

Take One 11th September – Sarah McKenzie Interview

On this week’s episode I had the chance to chat with multitalented and rising Australian Jazz and Blues artist Sarah McKenzie. The ARIA Award winner continues to enjoy success on a global level, from having her track ‘That’s It, I … Read More

Summer School @ AFTRS Open

SUMMER SCHOOL @ AFTRS OPEN Film, TV & Radio Short Courses 20% Discount if you book before 1 October!  Learn new skills & invest in your future this … Read More

Jazz Made in Australia – Program for Monday, the 14th of September 2015

I was looking for information on Pianist/ composer Jackson Harrison to open the program this week and this is what I found on his own website – “Jackson Harrison is a jazz pianist, solo recitalist, and composer. A multi award … Read More

VAMPIRE LESBIANS OF SODOM by BREVITY THEATRE – for one night only!

Eastside presenter Jorjia Gillis spoke with Brevity Theatre’s artistic director Alexander Butt about his forthcoming production of Charles Busch’s Vampire Lesbians of Sodom. After a successful Sydney season earlier this year Brevity Theatre are taking their show on the road … Read More

Randwick Eco Living Fair

Sunday the 13th of September marks Randwick’s eleventh Eco-Living Fair. It is being hosted at the Randwick Community Centre and has a bunch of fun, family-friendly activities lined up for the day. Some of … Read More

People Like Us

Dr Felicity Fenner was Sylvia’s special guest on Arts Wednesday 9 September 2015, talking about the exhibition she has curated at UNSW Galleries, called People Like Us. Follow the links to listen to the 3 parts of the conversation: … Read More

Umrika

A small village in India is invigorated when one of their own travels to America (aka, UMRIKA) and details his adventures through letters home, sparking community debate and inspiring hope. But when the letters mysteriously stop coming, his younger … Read More

Learn to swim for this Summer!

Summer’s coming to Sydney which means longer days of warmer weather, perfect for being outdoors cooling either at one of our city’s stunning beaches or pools. Knowing how to swim is an especially vital skill in this harbourside city, … Read More

Monash Art Ensemble Presents Beyond Borders

The award winning Monash Art Ensemble, featuring Australian jazz icon Paul Grabowsky (piano), Rob Burke (saxophone) Jordan Murray (trombone) and Paul Williamson (trumpet), will be joined by acclaimed American musicians Mark Helias (bass) and Nasheet Waits (drums) for a one-off … Read More

Erth’s Dinosaur Zoo

How much do you know about Australian dinosaurs? Erth’s widely acclaimed show, Erth’s Dinosaur Zoo™, takes audiences into a new dimension of theatre. Meet awesome prehistoric creatures, from cute baby dinos to one of the largest carnivores and herbivores … Read More

Improve your singing Voice at the Con

INTERVIEW WITH SALLY MARETT – Open Academy Short Music Courses The Open Academy’s six week Spring term kicks off in October at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, with more than 35 courses on offer: https://openacademy.sydney.edu.au/Short+Courses We spoke to one … Read More

IN FOCUS – two galleries and the National Art School

Simon Chan, Art Atrium Judith Blackall and Rosemary Laing’s installation effort and rush (2105) Michael Snelling, Director National Art School                 … Read More

Moodswing Playlist – Chillwave, Synthpop, NuSoul, Trip Hop

Selected & Presented by DJ Taline Aired 8th September 2015 on Eastside Radio 89.7Fm 8.00-9.30pm To hear DJ mixes and previous Moodswing shows with full tracklisting, head to DJ Taline’s profile on MIXCLOUD and for gig/show details, favourite music … Read More

Melbourne Fashion Designers Making It Sexy

If you were unlucky and missed last weeks Arts Thursday, don’t fret because here you can listen to each of the interviews I did with the talented Melbourne fashion designers PAGEANT, Edgeley and POMS, I hope you enjoy x … Read More

Arts Wednesday 9 September 2015

Craig Easdown, Marketing and Communications Manager of Centennial Park joins me at about 10:40 am with Part 1 of a new series on Centennial Park, starting with its history. At 11, I am joined by Dr Felicity Fenner, Director of … Read More

A city of culture all year round

An outdoor live music lounge, a giant bamboo sculpture, immersive cinema experiences and a community art project were announced today as part of one of Sydney’s most popular cultural events. The City of Sydney today unveiled a new program for … Read More

Album of the Week – ‘Woman’ by Jill Scott

Woman by Jill Scott is Eastside Radio’s Album of the week.   The American soul queen returns with her fifth studio album presented by Blues Babe and Atlantic Records. This critically acclaimed release is one to add to the album haul … Read More