What's On in Sydney in July

July 2009 Events in Sydney and New South Wales

• Throughout July 2009 - Cancer Council Call to Arms - An annual, national event to raise funds and awareness of cancer, a disease that effects 1 in 2 men by age 85. To participate, nominate any day in July to host a Call to Arms match where the players in your sporting club wear a yellow armband in a show of support to men who have survived cancer, those currently facing the cancer fight and to remember mates who have lost their lives to cancer. All funds raised go to the Cancer Council. Any sporting club can join, so register by 26 June, contact 1300 65 65 85.
   
• 3 to 5 July 2009 - Lifeline Newcastle & Hunter Book Fair - Friday 3 July from 4.00pm to 7.00pm, Saturday 4 July and Sunday 5 July from 9.00am to 4.00pm. Unit 1/28 Pendlebury Rd, Cardiff. (See BCL Books: Book Festivals and Fairs.)
   
• 17 June to 4 July 2009 - Dealer's Choice - A comedic exploration into male relationships. Tickets are $37 for adults and $32 for concession. Darlinghurst Theatre, 19 Greenknowe Ave, Potts Point. For tickets book online.
   
• 26 June to 4 July 2009 - Forbidden Broadway - A spoof of Broadway shows and stars. Tickets are $30 each. Performing at Statement Lounge, 49 Market St Sydney. For tickets visit Moshtix.
   
• 26 June to 4 July 2009 - The Memory of Water - Presented by the Woodstock Players - A comedy about three sisters, reuniting the night before their mother's funeral. Performing in the Ballroom at Woodstock, 22 Church St, Burwood.
   
• 4 July (Saturday) 2009 - American Independence Day - (See costume and party ideas at Themes4Parties.)
   
• 4 July (Saturday) 2009 - Colour Ball for Redkite - An annual colour themed ball to raise money for Redkite (formerly The Malcolm Sargent Cancer Fund for Children in Australia), which supports children with cancer. In 2009 the theme is Ultra Violet. Tickets are $160 each or $1400 for 10 people. 7.00pm to 12.00am at Harbours Edge, Darling Harbour. (See Darling Harbour.)
   
• 4 July (Saturday) 2009 - Sawtell Chilli Festival - An annual festival including a Chilli Eating Competition, street theatre, buskers, a Chilli Hat parade and more. 10.00am to 4.00pm on First Ave, Sawtell.
   
• 27 June to 5 July 2009 - Candy Man - A celebration of the life and music of Sammy Davis Jr. Performing at the Theatre Royal, MLC Centre 108 King St, Sydney. For tickets visit Ticketek.
   
• 5 July (Sunday) 2009 - Thomas Walker Convalescent Hospital Open Day - The hospital is an example of a late 19th Century major institutional complex that was built in a single stage. There will be tours and refreshments available throughout the day. 10.00am to 3.00pm. Entry is $15 for adults, $10 for concession and free for children. To book contact 9744 8528 or visit Concord Heritage Society.
   
• 5 July (Sunday) 2009 - Australian Museum Open Day - An invitation to see behind the scenes at the Australian Museum. Visitors will be given the opportunity to talk to research scientists and take guided tours to off-limits areas. Free general entry. 6 College St, Sydney.
   
• 5 to 12 July 2009 - NAIDOC Week
   
• 6 to 8 July 2009 - Basic Training - Kahlil Ashanti's autobiographical one-man show chronicles his time in the military. Tickets are $39 for adults, $34 for concession, $31 for 30 years and under. Performing at the Lennox Theatre, Cnr Church and Market Sts, Parramatta. For tickets visit Riverside Parramatta.
   
• 7 July (Tuesday) 2009 - Enchanted Sky: A Night of Japanese Harmony - Four musicians will play a blend of Japanese and Western music from both classical and modern genres. Tickets are $28 for adults and $20 for concession and Japan Foundation members. 7.30pm at City Recital Hall, Angel Place, Sydney. For tickets visit City Recital Hall.
   
• 10 July (Friday) 2009 - NSW School Term 2 ends - (See AU school holidays.)
   
• 10 July (Friday) 2009 - ACO2 The Fiddlers - The Australian Chamber Orchestra’s Emerging Artists ensemble, AC02, will celebrate two centuries of string music. The performance begins at 7.30pm. For tickets and more information visit the venue, Riverside Theatre Parramatta.
   
• 10 to 18 July 2009 - Hornsby Gang Show - Once Upon a Time - Comedy, dance routines and music and song backed by a live orchestra presented by Sydney North Region Scouts and Girl Guides. Performing at Asquith Theatre at the Asquith Boys High School. For tickets visit Hornsby Gang Show.
   
• 11 July (Saturday) 2009 - Short Sharp Film Festival - For groups or individuals of film-makers or aspiring film-makers.
   
• 11 & 12 July 2009 - The 10th Annual Timber Town Steam Festival - Working displays of steam engines, tractors, vintage petrol and oil engines, vintage cars and trucks and the steam sawmill. 9.30am to 4.30pm at the Timbertown Heritage Theme Park, Oxley Highway, Wauchope. 
   
• 11 to 13 July 2009 - Power Shift - A national youth climate summit hosted by The Australian Youth Climate Coalition. There will be workshops to learn the best practice in climate organising and advocacy plus entertainment from Australian bands. Speakers include Dr Tim Flannery, author of The Weather Makers, and Dr. Rajendra Pachauri, Chair of the UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. University of Western Sydney, Parramatta Campus. To attend register online.
   
• 13 to 17 July 2009 - Free July School Holiday Fun - Majestic Butterfly Adventure - A butterfly sanctuary will be open from 10.00am to 1.00pm at the Entertainment Quarter Village Markets Canopy, Sydney, except on Wednesday, when it will be located under the Suttor Stand next to Brent Street Dance Studios. (For more school holiday activities and ideas see No School Today.)
   
• 13 to 18 July 2009 - Blank the Musical and Princess Cabaret - Presented by Tumbleweed Theatrical Productions. Blank the Musical is an improvised musical comedy. Princess Cabaret is a satire that explores childhood heroines and stereotypes. $10 for one show and $18 to see both. Performing at the Bondi Pavilion, Queen Elizabeth Dr, Bondi Beach. Visit Moshtix for tickets to Blank the Musical and Princess Cabaret.
   
• 14 July (Tuesday) 2009 - Bastille Day
   
• 15 July (Wednesday) 2009 - State of Origin - Game Three at 8:00pm at Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane. (See State of Origin.)
   
• 17 July (Friday) 2009 - The Ten Tenors Nostalgica Tour - Celebrating 10 years of touring with a collection of classic and requested songs. 8.00pm at the State Theatre, Sydney. For tickets visit Ticketmaster.
   
• 18 & 19 July 2009 - Festival Mystique - A festival celebrating the joy of dance in Broadmeadow.
   
• 19 July (Sunday) 2009 - The Rocks Aroma Festival - For lovers of coffee, fine chocolate, tea and spice. The festival takes place in Sydney's heritage district, The Rocks.
   
• 20 to 24 July 2009 - Free July School Holiday Fun - Laser Tag - Use infra-red phasers to zap opposing team members. 10.00am to 1.00pm at the Entertainment Quarter Village Markets Canopy, Sydney, except on Wednesday, when it will be located under the Suttor Stand next to Brent Street Dance Studios. (For more school holiday activities and ideas see No School Today.)
   
• 26 June to 21 July 2009 - Murwillumbah Festival of Performing Arts - (See Murwillumbah).
   
• 23 to 26 July 2009 - Lifeline Harbour to Hawkesbury Book Fair - Knox Grammar School, Wahroonga (For more book festivals and fairs see BCL Books).
   
• 24 & 26 July 2009 - Sydney Philharmonia Choir- Jephtha - Sydney Philharmonia Choirs will celebrate the 250th anniversary of George Frideric Handel’s death with a performance of Jephtha, the final oratorio written before the composer went blind. City Recital Hall, Angel Place, Sydney. For tickets visit City Recital Hall.
   
• 30 June to 25 July 2009 - Lying Cheating Bastard - The story of Australian con-man Jimmy Garcia aka the Cricket, presented by the Tamarama Rock Surfers. Tickets are $35 for adults and $25 for concession. Old Fitzroy Theatre, 129 Dowling St, Woolloomooloo.
   
• 25 July (Saturday) 2009 - National Nanna's Night - Organised by Mercy Health. The event aims to raise awareness about Australia’s ageing population, future health needs and the need for care and inclusion of the aged.
   
• 25 July (Saturday) 2009 - Solving the Climate Crisis - Presented by Greenpeace and the Australian Museum. Greenpeace Climate and Energy Campaign Co-ordinator, John Hepburn, and a Pacific activist will outline how everyday people are solving the climate crisis. Entry is $12 for adults and $8 for concession. 1.00pm in Theatre G, Australian Museum, 6 College St, Sydney. Bookings are recommended but not essential. Contact Greenpeace on 1800 815 151 or email greenpeace [at] au.greenpeace.org  This event is in conjunction with the ‘Climate Change: Our Future, Our Choice’ exhibition (see Sydney exhibitions) 
   
• 25 & 26 July 2009 - Splendour in the Grass - An annual music festival featuring Australian and international artists held at Belongil Fields, Byron Bay. (For accommodation, activities and tours see Bryon Bay, or see more Festivals in NSW)
   
• 25 July to 3 August 2009 - Musica Viva - Steven Isserlis & Dénes Varjon - The Hungarian pianist and cellist will play a program of music almost entirely by Robert Schumann. For more information or to book tickets visit the venue, City Recital Hall Angel Place.
   
• 26 July (Sunday) 2009 - The Mini Movie Marathon - Presented by The Scaffidi Foundation. The Wizard of Oz, Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, E.T and The Lost Boys. Proceeds go towards families supporting a child who has cancer. Ticket prices start at $20 for adults and $15 for children per film. The event begins at 11.00am. For more information on ticket prices or to book, contact the venue, Chapel off Chapel on 03 8290 7000.
   
• 28 July (Tuesday) 2009 - NSW School Term 3 begins - Monday is a staff development day. (See AU school holidays.)
   
• 27 & 28 July 2009 - Bridging the Gap Seminars - Organised by the Aboriginal Resource and Development Services and hosted by Richard Trudgen, author of Why Warriors Lie Down and Die, along with Yolŋu co-presenters, including Witiyana Marika – founding member of the band Yothu Yindi. The seminar will be held at The Australian Museum. To attend, visit ARDS.
   
• 28 to 30 July 2009 - The Fastest Boy in the World - Presented by Patch Theatre Company. The interactive performance features a four piece band and aims to explore the concept of time and educate children through interactive storytelling, song and video projection. Tickets are $12 per student. Performing at Riverside Theatre, Parramatta.
   
• 29 July (Wednesday) 2009 - Crush - Presented by Chronology Arts and featuring pianist Zubin Kanga. Tickets are $25 for adults and $15 for seniors and concession. 7.00pm at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music. For tickets visit City Recital Hall.
   
• 29 July to 1 August 2009 - Elling - Presented by Sydney Theatre Company in association with Ambassador Theatre Group. Based on the novel by Ingvar Ambjørnsen. After two years of sharing a room in a mental institution Elling and Kjell are allowed back into society. For tickets visit the venue, Riverside Theatres Parramatta.
   
• 29 July to 1 August 2009 - Rollers World Challenge at Sydney Olympic Park - The Rollers, Australia’s men’s national wheelchair basketball team, will play against Japan, Canada and Great Britain. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for children or $25 for a family. For more information contact 9469 7200
   
• 30 July (Thursday) 2009 - Australian String Quartet Provenance Tour - Tickets are $61 for adults, $47 for pensioners and $20 for students. 7.00pm at City Recital Hall, Angel Place. To book tickets online visit the venue.
   
• 31 July (Friday) 2009 - Schools Tree Day 2009 - Register your school with Planet Ark.
   
• 31 July (Friday) 2009 - National Premmie Day
   
• 31 July to 2 August 2009 - Armidale International Film Festival - The 6th Armidale International Film Festival will be held at the Belgrave Cinema.
  

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