Shadow Dance: Castlemaine Artist Martin Lewis

Duration: Saturday 7 November 5pm: World Premiere Screening

Shadow Dance
The Life and Times of Castlemaine Artist Martin Lewis 1881-1962
A Documentary by Marianne Latham & Bryan Dawe
Plus Q & A: MC Elly Varrenti with Bryan Dawe & Emma Busowsky, Curator Bendigo Gallery

Saturday 7 November 5pm: World Premiere Screening

Martin Lewis (1881–1962) is widely recognised as one of the most accomplished master printmakers of the early twentieth century. Born in Castlemaine, Victoria, Lewis discovered his lifelong passion for drawing as a child, receiving his first formal art instruction locally before leaving home at age fifteen. After traveling through New South Wales and studying briefly in Sydney under Julian Ashton, he emigrated to the United States in 1900. Settling in New York City, Lewis forged a legendary career capturing the rhythm, motion, and grit of the modern metropolis.

He became a master of light and shadow, famously mentoring his contemporary Edward Hopper in the technical nuances of etching. Characterised by an evocative, noir-like atmosphere, his dry-points and etchings offer a brilliant window into urban immigrant life, late-night commerce, and moody cityscapes. Today, his masterpieces reside in prestigious global collections including The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) and the Smithsonian.

This is a special documentary film directed and produced by acclaimed filmmaker Marianne Latham and celebrated Australian satirist and artist Bryan Dawe. Their film offers a profound, visual exploration of Lewis’s life, his extraordinary technical journey, and his deep-seated connections back to regional Victoria. Together, the artwork and film celebrate the enduring legacy of a Castlemaine local who conquered the international art world.

Saturday 7 November 5pm
The Coolroom Northern Arts Hotel
Djaara Country 359 Barker St Castlemaine

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DRYPOINT

An intaglio technique, drypoint is usually done on copper plates as the softer metal lends itself to this technique. (Intaglio refers to any printmaking process which involves making incisions or indents in a plate, so when the ink is applied and then wiped off, ink remains caught in the incisions and creates the image).

The process of incising for drypoint creates a slightly raised ragged rough edge to the lines, known as the burr. When ink that has been applied to the plate is wiped off both the incised line and specifically the burr receive ink when the plate is wiped, giving the printed line a distinctive velvety look. Owing to the delicate nature of the burr, drypoint is usually made in small editions, stopping before the burr is crushed by the pressure of the intaglio press. Drypoint is often combined with other intaglio techniques, such as etching.

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Truth, Lies and Media Live to Air

Duration: 6pm Sunday 8 November

We are  hosting a Live Recording from The Coolroom on 8 November 2026

Truth, Lies and Media Live to Air
Live at The Coolroom, Northern Arts Hotel. Castlemaine
6pm Sunday 8 November
Nicole Chvastek, Dr Denis Muller
Guest: Georgie Purcell, MP, AJP

“Slaying Sexist Trolls. Fighting Animal Cruelty – In Conversation With Georgie Purcell MP, AJP”

A live Castlemaine recording of the Truth Lies & Media podcast hosted by Nicole Chvastek (ex ABC) and Denis Muller (Centre for Advancing Journalism,

The Coolroom, Northern Arts Hotel is thrilled to join the team as sponsor, to send the podcast to your inboxes each week and to host a live show and podcast recording right here in Castlemaine on 8 November at 6.30pm with special guest, and MP since 2022, Ms Georgie Purcell who is the sole representative of the Animal Justice Party in the Victorian Parliament.

“It’s time” .. to be informed, challenged and involved in these powerful debates!

We look forward to seeing you at our beautiful venue with a regular line up of incredible journalists.

“Truth Dies In Silence , So Let’s Make A Noise”

Bookings: https://events.humanitix.com/tlm-live

About Georgie Purcell, MP, AJP
Georgie Purcell is an Animal Justice Party MP for Northern Victoria and one of Australia’s most outspoken advocates for tackling online gendered violence and the misogyny women face in public life.

Since entering Parliament, Georgie has experienced relentless sexist and gendered abuse online – including sexual harassment, threats and attacks targeting her appearance, past, relationships and motherhood.

In 2023, she brought that abuse into parliament by wearing a dress printed with some of the messages she had received to demonstrate what women in politics are expected to endure simply for being visible.

In 2024, Georgie became the subject of another form of digital misogyny when a news outlet published a digitally altered image of her. The incident sparked a global conversation about the way women are represented and objectified in the media.

She has also spoken publicly about the growing influence of the online manosphere and the way misogynistic communities and influencers can normalise contempt for women, particularly among boys and young men.

While sexist abuse is a threat to every woman in public life, Georgie says her experience is amplified by the fact she challenges many male dominated sectors, such as the duck shooting fraternity and the greyhound racing industry. Most recently, Greyhound Racing Victoria implemented sexism training following multiple disciplinary actions for comments and messages left by participants on her social media.

Georgie has criticised governments for treating online gendered abuse as an individual problem rather than a systemic threat to women’s safety and democratic participation. She continues to campaign for stronger accountability, better protections and meaningful action to address the online environments that allow misogyny to flourish.” {Information supplied]

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Truth, Lies and Media Weekly Podcast
Nicole Chvastek, Denis Muller
If you’d like a weekly dose of news about how media manipulation is breaking democracies from renowned independent journalists do we have a podcast for you!

Broadcast journalist Nicole Chvastek and Australia’s pre-eminent journalism ethics expert Denis Muller seek out the media industry’s good, bad and ugly, taking you behind the headlines in their revealing podcast Truth, Lies and Media. New episodes each Wednesday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Northern Arts Hotel is thrilled to join the team as sponsor, to send the podcast to your inboxes each week.

Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/TruthLiesMedia

Such a Resounding Silence Documentary

Duration: 2pm, 23 August, 2026

Encore Screening:
The Corrilee Foundation, No Laughing Matter, Northern Arts Hotel present
SUCH A RESOUNDING SILENCE 2pm Sunday 23 August
A documentary by Director Anastasia Mikov and actress Emmanuelle Beart
Such a Resounding Silence is a powerful and inspiring French film that confronts the taboo subject of incest showcasing the incredible resilience & courage of survivors.

Followed by a compelling conversation with Tanya Lee, OAM (creator of the international award winning No Laughing Matter podcast series), well known actress Anne Lambert*, and forever Queen of Australian Comedy, Fiona O’Loughlin* (*No Laughing Matters Podcast Narrators)

Tickets $10, All proceeds to The Corrilee Foundation

ABOUT THE FILM
This film not only exposes the prevalence of incest but also aims to reduce its occurrence and minimize its harm, offering hope for a better future for those impacted. Through intimate interviews, symbolic animation, captivating photography, and evocative music, the film sensitively portrays their moving stories, offering hope, empowerment and healing.

By addressing this hidden reality, this film breaks down barriers and encourages open conversations about the lifelong trauma caused by silence, denial, shame, guilt, and betrayal. It seeks to engage a broad audience—those willing to listen, confront this pervasive issue, and support survivors on their journey toward healing.

French star Emmanuelle Béart (Manon of the Springs; Mission: Impossible) revealed she is an incest survivor and made a shocking but eminently respectful documentary with co-director Anastasia Mikova on the taboo topic. A national reckoning around child sexual abuse was already underway in France after accusations were made against a prominent family when Béart set about lifting the veil of silence around the crime. Choosing both first-person and ensemble documentary voices, Béart creates a powerful platform for fellow fighters to challenge the insidious shame that arises from incest. Along with co-director Anastasia Mikova, two other women and a man, Béart points the finger at the laws and social taboos of a country where a child is sexually victimized every three minutes. Reluctant to include her own story at first, Béart powerfully remonstrates: “the silence—which is first imposed by the person who rapes you—this silence makes a terrible noise within you and takes all kinds of forms” in this stirring and personal critique.

ABOUT THE FOUNDATION
The CorriLee Foundation also presents No Laughing Matter podcast giving voices to survivors and raising awareness about the alarming statistics of incest. Our series narrators include: Australian Governor General Sam Mostyn, Ray Martin, Rebecca Gibney, Jean Kittson, Hugo Weaving, Grace Tame, Heather Mitchell, Jennifer Byrne, Andrew Denton, Kathy Lette, Adam Hills, Chrissie Swan, & Wil Anderson.

Listen to the No Laughing Matter podcast on Spotify
Follow us on Instagram: No Laughing Matter
BOOKINGS: https://events.humanitix.com/resounding-silence2

CASTLEMAINE GUITAR WEEKEND

Duration: 6-8 FEBRUARY 2026

A weekend of music making the guitar, with musicians with hundreds of years of experience playing guitar and maintaining an active career. Weekend includes: The Long Road Home: Mick Pealing, Nick Charles, Ed Bates, Tony Bonnici, Paul Jonas. Kitchen Table Tour: Bill Jackson, Frank Jones, Dave Steel In Concert: Hugo Race & Michelangelo Russo. Tickets to Castlemaine Guitar Weekend: bit.ly/cgw2026

FRI 6 FEB 7.30-9.30PM C1: THE LONG ROAD HOME`
CONCERT A powerful blend of blues, country, soul and roots – soulful, timeless, authentic, and played from the heart. Mick Pealing Vocals & Guitar; Nick Charles, Guitar; with Ed Bates, Pedal steel guitar; Tony Bonnici, Bass; Paul Jonas, Violin.

SAT 7 FEB 2-4PM W1: SONGWRITING with KITCHEN TABLE TOUR
WORKSHOP special, intimate workshop with experienced songwriters Bill Jackson, Frank Jones, & Dave Steel to explore the fundamentals of songwriting for guitar before an extended Q/A. BYO Guitar.

SAT 7 FEB 7.30-9.30PM, C2: KITCHEN TABLE TOUR
CONCERT It’s all about the song. Expect back catalogue songs, new ones, duets, classic Australian folk songs, storytelling and instrumental brilliance.

SUN 8 FEB NOON-2PM, W2: MODERN BLUES GUITAR WITH HUGO RACE and MICHELANGELO RUSSO
WORKSHOP  Get insights to the musical innovation and brilliance of Hugo Race & Michelangelo Russo, two top notch blues musicians followed by Q&A. BYO Acoustic Guitar.

SUN 2 FEB 2-5PM FREE SECRET GUITAR MOVIE HOSTED BY BILL JACKSON
FILM Join Bill Jackson to watch a movie about a world class guitarist over a drink amongst fellow guitar enthusiasts. The Coolroom Cinema is a room full of comfy eclectic lounges + chairs.

SUN 8 FEB 6.30-8.30PM C3: HUGO RACE and MICHELANGELO RUSSO
CONCERT A mesmerising fusion of traditional blues elements with contemporary electronic beats, taking listeners on a sonic journey through different eras and genres.

GOLDEN GUITAR TICKET
Immerse yourself in the Weekend with a Golden Guitar Ticket for all 3 concerts plus 2 workshops that’s only $105, a saving of $30. To book a Golden Guitar Ticket visit the first concert Link: bit.ly/cgwconcert1

ACCOMMODATION FOR WEEKEND?
Spend the weekend with us and save 15% with a 2 or 3 night accommodation package in our unique boutique Hotel. Book with us via bit.ly/cgw26 and use Access Code CGW26

THE COOLROOM & BAR NORTHERN ARTS HOTEL
Djaara Country | 359 Barker St Castlemaine

Tickets to Castlemaine Guitar Weekend: bit.ly/cgw2026

WImble St Wall

Duration: September 2025

The Wimble Wall [Another Roadside Attraction] is a space for projections that play each week outside the Northern Arts Hotel.  This project was started by Frank Veldze and features the work of other local artists including Matt Rolfe, Phoebe Robinson and Nicky Syst3m.

The most recent work is by Matt Rolfe and includes some footage of local landscapes as well as edits that combine different footage from the Prelinger archive.   Keep an eye out for more work over the coming months including work by Nicky Syst3m.  Works by Nicky will be up on the wall from 11/9/25.

The Prelinger archive [https://archive.org/details/prelinger] is a collection of films about cultural and social life in  America.  The films date from the 1920s to the 1970s and include home movies, educational films and films about US society and industry.  Most of the archive is in the public domain and is available to anyone to edit and rearrange.

To be Updated.

Limitless Possibilities: A One Day Puppetry Workshop + Show

Duration: 1 November, 2pm-8.30pm

A One day Adult Workshop to Tell a Story using Puppets
Create• Make • Rehearse • Perform

Saturday 1 November
Workshop 2-7pm. Show & Q&A: 7.30pm

A one day workshop to create a story, make simple newspaper puppets, rehearse, and then perform for an audience of family and friends.

Background: Based upon Bunraku Japanese form of puppetry, the workshop begins with an introduction to puppet theatre. The workshop then looks at the limitless possibilities of story creation and examines the seven basic plot lines, and  groups of 4 or 5 develop one plot line to tell a story. With the help of Helen, you then create the puppet characters and the world of puppets using newspaper and tissue paper, and tell your story. The stories are finally presented to a live audience.

Helen Sandercoe (Stories That Matter) has been a Drama/Theatre Teacher much of her life including a passion for puppetry including newspaper & shadow puppetry.  She has shared her extensive drama and performing practice over many years.

Requirements: Over 18yo only. Willingness to play, imagine, collaboratively create and perform. No previous experience needed. Comfortable clothes and shoes/runners to move in. It is great to have black pants & top for the performance. Only adult participants as the storytellers need to be able to consider stories that include adult themes.

Workshop Cost: $35/$30 (Commitment from 2pm-8.30 pm) for the day’s workshop. Includes workshop notes, refreshments and dinner. Your confirmation email will include further information. The workshop is not designed for children.

Performance: 7.30pm $15.(Included in workshop price) See the original stories with visual theatre and newspaper puppetry. [warning the stories may involve adult themes.] Afterwards there will be a Q&A led by Workshop leader Helen Sandercoe.

To book just for performance go to https://bit.ly/news-puppets