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same same

same same is a visceral reminder of our physical fragility and strength in unity. This new artwork by Amanda Parer came out of the small windows of time, during the recent global pandemic, when the world was in lockdown and for those brief moments we were unified. Our differences fell away and we saw how alike we in fact are. This illuminated installation artwork is made up of five separate sets, a variety of abstracted shapes that reference what we all have in common – our anatomy. Scratch the surface and we are all the same same.

A WHALE TALE - PERFORMANCE

Dive into the magical "A Whale Tale" at Prince's Square, bringing Tasmania's coastal stories to life.

This 15-minute spectacle follows the adventures of a whale as it navigates the challenges of plastic in our oceans. Through storytelling, movement, and an evocative soundscapes, you’ll journey beneath the waves in this spectacle for all ages. 

The Great Junction Dog Show 

It’s the famous Junction Arts Festival Dog Show!  Bring your dogs. If YOU love them, that’s enough. But if they have a trick, brilliant.   If you and your dog look alike…. there’ll a competition for that.   Some of the categories we’ll make up when we see who turns up.  Biggest dog?  Maybe.  Most easily distracted?  Probably! Destroyer of toys? Likely!!!  But, seriously, just bring your dogs, we’ll take it from there.  It will be wild. It WILL be on the TV news. 

Standing Room Only 

Standing Room Only is equal-parts sedative and stimuli. Drink up, surrender your body and mind to Australian hedonism and spiritual hypocrisy. Genre-defying musicians, Dogs of Pleasure, and our suspect guru (played by Jem Nicholas), guide us through 60 minutes of delight, drag, breath work, doom, primal screaming and straight-up pub fights. Acts to be revealed. 

Onstage Dating 

Watch from the safety of your seat or volunteer to be a part of the action as Bron takes modern romance to the next level – all in front of the audience! You could bear witness to the blossom of true love – or watch it crash and burn in front of your very eyes.

Developed whilst she was in residence in Paris, London and Lithuania, Bron went on over 60 online dates as part of her ‘research’, determined to get to the heart of the internet. This is the result.

Featuring a different person each night, this hilarious, award-winning and sell-out show has toured all over Australia, New Zealand, the UK and Europe, thrilling audiences with its unique insight into the world of dating.

Make It All Up!

Strap yourselves in as Melbourne comedians Jon & Jero take you on a raucous ride of unscripted mayhem. They’ve got no script, no plan and no idea, but what they do have is over a decade of improv experience and a thirst for silliness.

Jon & Jero Make It All Up! is a delicious cocktail of characters and stories mixed from nothing but audience suggestions and the minds of two comedians who went to clown school in France. (yes it's true).

Get ready for a loose and loud show as Jon & Jero, Make It All Up!

Ben Salter 

Ben Salter is one of Australia’s most highly regarded performers and songwriters. He makes eclectic, esoteric music that defies easy classification, drawing on elements of indie rock, folk, jazz, electronica, country and beyond whilst maintaining a coherent and inimitable melodic style that coalesces around Salter's powerful and emotive voice. 

All Come Out To Play 

'All Come Out to Play’ is a whirlwind musical adventure where fun is the main game!  In this fun an interactive educational show respectful relationships and gender equality are celebrated through storytelling, song and dance!  The ‘All Come Out to Play’ is a show for very young children (aged 0 – 5 years) and their caregivers. 

This show is proudly brought to you by Happy Habits, Laurel House, Women’s Legal Services Tasmania and Playgroup Tasmania.

Youngtion

Get ready for the second year of #youngtion! This event offers young musicians the chance to showcase their original songs in a supportive, non-competitive environment. The theme for this year is "Mud," challenging students to get creative with their compositions. Join us for an exhilarating night filled with dynamic performances, boundless energy, and unforgettable experiences. At #youngction, the music never stops, and the moments you create will become the soundtrack of your youth. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to be part of something truly special!

Breakfast Bards

Breakfast Bards will ease you into a chilled-out Sunday, to celebrate the final day of another amazing Junction Arts Festival. A program of spoken-word/musical performances will accompany some magnificent pastries and coffee while you enjoy the literary delights on offer.