Somerset Civic Centre

08/07/2026

Blues music returns to the Brisbane Valley, Saturday 8 August with Australia's own BB King blues man Buddy Knox. https://tinyurl.com/yepuzu9f

Supporting Buddy will be Esk's very own Chayne Walsh and his blues band.

Don't miss this great afternoon of Blues. Doors 1:30pm - show 2pm
TICKETS - https://somersetciviccentre.com.au/brisbane-valley-blues-featuring-buddy-knox/

BOOK NOW Blues music returns to the Brisbane Valley featuring one of Australia’s finest guitar players, vocalist and storytellers, blues artist Buddy Knox. Buddy Knox is recognised as Australia’s own BB King and is one of our finest First Nations artists. He plays with smooth finesse, in the tas...

13/03/2026

Excited to have our three musical spinsters popping in home and celebrating a CRACKER KRANSKY CHRISTAMS in JUNE with us.

The Kransky Sisters are touring their hugely popular Christmas show in June and July 2026 - A CRACKER KRANSKY CHRISTMAS IN JUNE & JULYThe Kransky Sisters’ ho...

12/03/2026

Council is seeking expressions of interest for three committee members for its Arts, Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee (ACHAC) 🎭

The ACHAC assists Council to improve coordination of arts and cultural networks and to provide advice on the region’s arts, culture and heritage priorities.

Submissions close: 1pm Thursday, 9 April 2026.
For more information visit somerset.qld.gov.au/ACHAC2026EOI

24/02/2026

From pirates to peers – a feast of comic opera

Be there when the curtain rises on captivating costumes, and music to take you into the world of bumbling pirates, love-sick maidens and eccentric officials with the quick-witted wordplay and sparkling music of these legendary composers, as beloved today as when they first graced the stage.

Proudly presented by the Esk Community Choir .

DATE | Sunday 29 March 2026
TIME | 2:30pm
TICKETS | $30.00
VENUE | Somerset Civic Centre, 35 Esk Hampton Road, Esk.
GENRE | Choral Comedy

BOOK NOW https://somersetciviccentre.com.au/a-rollicking-romp-with-gilbert-and-sullivan/

12/02/2026

ARTISTS, DON'T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY!

Join experienced grant writer and arts consultant Olivia Everitt at the Somerset Civic Centre for two free workshops on grant writing skills and professional communication within the arts world.

Workshop 1: Grant Writing for the Arts – Wednesday 25 February, 10AM – 1PM
Workshop 2: Professional Writing for the Visual Arts: Statements, EOIs & Submissions – Thursday 26 February, 10AM - 1PM

Limited places remaining - https://somersetciviccentre.com.au/grant-writing-for-the.../ and https://somersetciviccentre.com.au/writing-for-the.../ or by calling the Somerset Civic Centre on (07) 5424 2713.

12/02/2026

Catch The Great British Songbook starring renowned UK singer Craig Martin for a nostalgic musical trip down memory lane and a tribute to the many Great British artists who have earned their place in The Great British Songbook.

DATE | Wednesday, 4 March
TIME | 10am
TICKETS | $10.00 PP

BOOK NOW - https://somersetciviccentre.com.au/the-great-british-songbook/

04/02/2026

Join creatives from across the region for Somerset Regional Council’s Artist Networking Event on 25 February at The Condensery – Somerset Regional Art Gallery.

The event is a unique opportunity for visual, performance and literary artists and arts workers to meet Council’s Arts and Culture team, build meaningful connections with fellow artists and learn about funding opportunities.

Q & A panelist Olivia Everitt, a grant writer and arts consultant who is also delivering grant writing workshops at the Somerset Civic Centre in Esk, Wednesday 24 and Thursday 25 February.

The Artist networking Event will be held from 5.30pm on Wednesday, 25 February at The Condensery, 29 Factory Road, Toogoolawah.

Light refreshments will be served. For catering purposes please register your attendance - http://thecondensery.com.au/artist-networking-event-with.../

09/01/2026

ATTENTION ALL ARTISTS AND CREATIVES!

Join experienced grant writer and arts consultant Olivia Everitt at the Somerset Civic Centre for two free workshops on grant writing skills and professional communication within the arts world.

Workshop 1: Grant Writing for the Arts – Wednesday 25 February, 10AM – 1PM
Workshop 2: Professional Writing for the Visual Arts: Statements, EOIs & Submissions – Thursday 26 February, 10AM - 1PM

Olivia has 14 years of experience across arts, local government, economic development and not‑for‑profit sectors since 2010. Her workshops have assisted a diverse range of clients to achieve over $15.9 million in grant funding and sponsorship since 2017.

Interested?
Book now to save your space at https://somersetciviccentre.com.au/grant-writing-for-the-arts-workshop/ and https://somersetciviccentre.com.au/writing-for-the-visual-arts-workshop/ or by calling the Somerset Civic Centre on (07) 5424 2713.

Limited to 20 participants per workshop.

05/01/2026

We are looking forward to hosting this very special theatre performance Wednesday, 22 July, at the Somerset Civic Centre.
Book your tickets now -- https://somersetciviccentre.com.au/21-hearts-vivian-bullwinkel-the-nurses-of-the-vyner-brooke/