Noosa comes Alive with entertainment

The Grigoryan Brothers present their musical vision of Australia.

Noosa Alive kicks off its 10 day program of arts and culture next week with jazz musician James Morrison, leading a lineup of glittering talent to liven up the region.

Here’s a list of events on offer at the festival.

1. James Morrison Quartet at The J Theatre on Thursday 21 July at 7.30pm

The James Morrison Quartet will present an evening of swinging jazz standards, sublime ballads, and haunting Latin numbers with a few surprises thrown in. Price: $79.

2. Money & Friends (David Williamson’s Play) at Noosa Arts Theatre on Friday 22 July at 7.30pm

Gala Opening Night: A classic David Williamson comedy about the true cost of priceless friendships set in the holiday beach resort town of Crystal Inlet.

Price $75.

3. Multicultural Comedy Gala at The J Theatre on Friday 22 July at 8pm

The Multicultural Comedy Gala is a night celebrating cultural diversity with a superb line-up of some of the country’s best stand-up comedians.

Price $65.

4. Paris Underground at The J Theatre on Saturday 23 July. Two shows at 5pm (express) and 8pm (full show).

Draw the curtain on a stage that will darkly seduce and intoxicate with a moveable feast of song, dance, burlesque, comedy, circus and cabaret.

Price $55 for Express and $65 for full show.

5. Fiona Foley, Nguthuru-Nur at Noosa Regional Art Gallery from 16 July – 4 September.

Noosa Regional Gallery in conjunction with NOOSA alive! presents an exciting First Nations exhibition from Fiona Foley and Michael Cook.

Free. No booking required

6. Thanks for the Memories Al Rossi at Noosa Waterfront Restaurant on Saturday 23 July at 12pm.

Media personality and former NOOSA alive! ambassador, Damien Anthony Rossi, will take to the stage at for an intimate chat with his father, Los Angeles-based American actor/director Al Rossi, who will share stories from his 50-year career.

Price $110.

7. Geraldine Brooks’ Horse at The J Theatre on 25 July

Pullitzer Prize winning author Geraldine Brooks ‘In Conversation’ with Kate Millar featuring her latest novel, Horse.

Price $25.

8. Film With Food at Noosa Springs Country Club on 25 July

Slow Food Noosa invites you to view French arthouse film Delicious and indulge in a delicious 3-course dinner, inspired by the film, prepared by 3 Chef’s led by food celebrity and past Slow Food Noosa President Matt Golinski. Price $140.

9. Grigoryan Brothers This is Us on 25 July at The J Theatre at 7pm

Inspired by iconic objects from the National Museum of Australia, acclaimed guitarists, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan, have created a musical vision of what it means to be Australian. Price $70.

10. Lisa Millar Daring to Fly on 26 July at 8am at Noosa Springs Country Club.

Join Lisa Millar for a delightful breakfast as she shares her story about conquering fear and finding joy. Price $45.

11. Noosa Stars Alive! Finals on 26 July at The J Theatre at 7pm

Presenting a star-studded evening of performances, showcasing 12 selected artists between 8-18 years of age.

Price $25.

12. Paul Kelly & Paul Grabowsky on 27 July at The J Theatre at 8pm

Sharing the stage the two Pauls bring that voice and that piano to NOOSA alive!

Sold out.

Beach and Hastings Street events run from Thursday 28 – Sunday 31 July and includes:

– Moonlight Serenade Opera on the beach on Thursday 28 July at 5pm on Noosa Main Beach.

– Long Lunch on Hastings on Friday 29 July at noon.

– Seaside Vibes Music Festival on Friday 29 July and Saturday 30 July at 4pm on Noosa Main Beach.

– The Beanies (kids show) on Saturday 30 July on Noosa Main Beach at 9am and 11am.

– Jazz N Blues on Sunday 31 July on Noosa Main Beach from 11am.

For more information and bookings, visit noosaalive.com.au