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What's on in April 2017: your guide to the best entertainment events
By Amelia Zhou
Bach Violin Concertos
Experience the concertos of Bach as played by the Australian Chamber Orchestra with Richard Tognetti at the helm. Apr 2-May 12. Perth; Adelaide; Sydney; Brisbane. aco.com.au Talk
Talk
Talk follows the story of a journalist negotiating the ups and downs of the media cycle, and stars John Waters. Apr 3-May 20. Sydney Opera House. sydneytheatre.com.au
Lord of the Flies
Lord of the Flies is transformed for the stage in a new production featuring an all-male cast of dancers and actors. May 5-9. State Theatre, Melbourne. artscentremelbourne.com.au
Sydney Royal Easter Show
Two weeks of family friendly fun, with competitions, carnivals, showbags, animal shows, and much more. Apr 6-19. Sydney Olympic Park. eastershow.com.au
Patti Smith
Don't miss punk icon Patti Smith as she tours Australia to perform her landmark album Horses. Apr 9-17. Sydney; Melbourne. ticketmaster.com.au
Bluesfest
Bluesfest is hosting a star-studded lineup including Neil Young, Patti Smith, Mary J. Blige, Santana and more. Apr 13-17. Tyagarah Tea Tree Farm, Byron Bay. bluesfest.com.au
National Folk Festival
More than 200 music acts perform at the National Folk Festival, with everything from acoustic to blues and Celtic. Apr 13-17. Canberra. folkfestival.org.au
Andrew Bird
Indie pop darling Andrew Bird returns six years after his sold out show with his new album, Are You Serious. Apr 15, 9pm. Sydney. sydneyoperahouse.com
The Lumineers
Grammy-nominated folk band The Lumineers, who count President Obama as a fan, bring their Americana sound to Sydney. Apr 17-18. Sydney Opera House. sydneyoperahouse.com
Ten Days on the Island
Tasmania transforms to a 10-day arts playground, with more than 250 events at 50 locations. Apr 17-28. tendays.org.au
Sydney Comedy Festival
Have a barrel of laughs at the Sydney Comedy Festival, which brings the world's funniest comedians to our stage. Apr 24-May 21. sydneycomedyfest.com.au
Two Weddings, One Bride
Opera Australia presents a new comedic operetta Two Weddings, One Bride, set in the heartland of Morocco. Apr 27-Oct 21. Sydney Opera House. opera.org.au
Orb
Orb sees Sydney Dance Company's first work with Asian choreographer Cheng Tsung-lung. Apr 28-May 27. Sydney; Melbourne, sydneydancecompany.com
Van Gogh and the Seasons
Van Gough and the Seasons sees the prolific artist's paintings of the blooms of spring to the frozen fields of winter. May 28-Jul 9, NGV, Melbourne. ngv.vic.gov.au
Green Day
Punk rockers Green Day embark on an Australian tour, playing material from their new album Revolution Radio. Apr 30-May 10. Perth; Adelaide; Melbourne; Brisbane; Sydney. ticketek.com.au