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New Annual

intouch Magazine
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Three people in white outfits wear colorful, fringed face masks—pink, green, yellow—against a white background, exuding a playful vibe.

FRIDAY 26 SEPTEMBER – SUNDAY 5 OCTOBER

AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS IN NEWCASTLE

NEW ANNUAL is back in 2025! From 26 September to 5 October, experience 10 days of art, music, and ideas with over 30 events transforming Newcastle’s streets, stages, and coastal icons. Enjoy sunset gigs, immersive art, beachside theatre, and interactive installations at places like Newcastle Ocean Baths and Nobbys Beach. With most of the program free and family-friendly, highlights include the First Night Art Party, Art Trail, Global Gathering and SOAK: Live at the Baths. Discover world-class and next-gen talent like Boy Soda, Eva O’Connor, Spooky Men’s Chorale, and powerful First Nations performances. Book now for ticketed events including the hilarious theatre show, Chicken, world-class theatre show POV by re:group performance collective, groundbreaking Night Night by The Last Great Hunt, and the queer friendly disco journey of Jonny Hawkins in Dancefloor Conversion Therapy. Book now at newannual.com.

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