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An often more interesting alternative to the big institutional galleries of Canberra, representing local contemporary artists across 4 locations.
"CCAS is one of a national network of contemporary arts organisations (CAOs) dedicated to the generation, presentation and promotion of innovative contemporary visual arts practice in Australia. Its program of exhibitions, performances, artists’ talks and publications aims provide opportunities for artists in the ACT to exhibit their work within a context of current national and international practice." ccas.com.au
www.ccas.com.au
CCAS Gorman House & Cube2
Gorman House Arts Centre,
Ainslie Ave, Braddon A.C.T, Australia
1am to 5pm, Tuesday to Friday
10am to 4pm Saturday
Ph: +612 6247 0188
CCAS Manuka
19 Furneaux St,
Forrest, A.C.T Australia
Gallery Hours: 11am to 5pm,
Wednesday to Sunday during advertised
exhibition dates.
Ph: +612 6295 3112
Electric Shadows, a small 2 screen cinema, one blue, one red. It was the home of art house cinema and a lifeline for anything 'Hollywouldn't'.
Recently merged with the Dendy group, the two create a much larger and modern cinema in the refurbished Canberra Centre- the old venue will be missed as was the centre cinema (now a nightclub).
It's a natural progression and a positive one at the very least.
148 Bunda St
Canberra City
02 6221 8900
www.dendy.com.au/
Tilley's is a Canberran institution, essentially operating as a café, bar, gallery and live music venue.
The interior is dark and moody, crowned by a semi-circular stage and surrounded by booths. A rich and progressive history awaits anyone willing to ask. Best visited for a late breakfast on Sunday or for any live performance.
Wattle street, Lyneham
www.tilleys.com.au
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