WHAT'S ON NOW? Rod Quantock in Bugger the Polar Bears, This is Serious, Studio 8:00pm Friday 12th & Saturday 13th February 2010 According to comedian Rod Quantock, “If climate change doesn’t scare you shitless, then you just don’t get the science.” Fortunately Rod does get the science. And when he gives you his take on the physics, chemistry, biology, geology, palaeontology, cosmology and meteorology of climate science you’ll get it too. And then… you’ll be scared shitless! Rod, as always, has done his homework. He’s read the reports and watched the documentaries: worst fires, longest droughts, ice caps melting, polar bears drowning… But, hey! Bugger the polar bears, this is serious! More information >> Kitty Flanagan - Charming & Alarming, Studio (cabaret) 8:00pm Friday 19th & Saturday 20th February 2010 Following a hilarious appearance in the 2009 Melbourne Comedy Festival Roadshow, Kitty Flanagan is preparing to launch herself on a largely unsuspecting Darwin audience with the show Charming and Alarming. Armed with a collection of her best stand-up, Charming and Alarming promises to be a fast paced evening of cracking stories, skilful characterisations and hard laughs. A regular on Good News Week, 7pm Project and the much loved Full Frontal, Kitty likes to describe her comedy as "a little bit oowah," which is to say people often laugh then think "oowah, did she really say that?" More information >> Elvis to the Max, Playhouse 7:00pm Sunday 21st February 2010 Well over a quarter of a century has passed since the King of Rock & Roll, Elvis Aaron Presley, died. Undisputedly there is and only ever will be one King, but the legend lives on and Max Pellicano is committed to keeping the spirit alive. His uncanny resemblance and equally chilling performance have mesmerised tens of thousands of Australians at sold out shows over the past two decades. Is it any wonder some people still refuse to believe that Presley is dead? More information >> Palmerston Sports Club NRL Luncheon, Darwin Turf Club 12:30pm Wednesday 24th February 2010 The NRL, in conjunction with the North Queensland Cowboys and the Gold Coast Titans, are proud to host the Palmerston Sports Club NRL Luncheon at the Darwin Turf Club. Tickets are just $130 each for a sumptuous 3 course meal, beer, wine and soft drinks. MC for the event will be Channel 9’s Jonathon Uptin and players from the North Queensland Cowboys will be present at the event along with league legends including Ron Coote, who will speak during the lunch. Book early! More information >> Zep Boys, Playhouse 8:00pm Friday 26th February 2010 The music of Led Zeppelin, arguably the world’s greatest heavy rock band, needs no introduction. One of the most enduring bands in rock history, Led Zeppelin was responsible for hits such as Black Dog, Stairway to Heaven, Whole Lotta Love and Rock n Roll. The Zep Boys are an Australian rock band performing the music of Led Zeppelin live, having entertained fans for over 20 years with note perfect performances at unplugged acoustic shows through to outdoor concerts of over 50 000 people. This is Darwin’s chance to enjoy classic Led Zeppelin, live and loud! More information >> Palmerston Sports Club Territory Challenge - North Queensland Cowboys v Gold Coast Titans, Harvey Norman Stadium 7:30pm Saturday 27th February 2010 Top class rugby league is back in the Top End! Northern Territory Rugby League, in conjunction with the Australian Rugby League, is delighted to present an official NRL trial game at the home of rugby league, Harvey Norman Stadium, Richardson Park. The Palmerston Sports Club Territory Challenge sees two great NRL teams, the North Queensland Cowboys and the Gold Coast Titans, go head to head with the kick-off timed for 7.30pm. With gates opening at 4:00pm and two games featuring the Territory's very own Under 16 and Under 18 teams playing Townsville, this promises to be a full night of entertainment, fun for all of the family! More information >> David Strassman: Ted E's Farewell Tour, Playhouse 7:00pm Friday 5th & Saturday 6th March 2010 David Strassman has big news on his 2010 Australian tour – it's "Ted E's Farewell Tour". Tragically, the much adored Ted E Bare is announcing his show biz retirement. The pressure, the publicity, the paparazzi, the tabloids! And – most of all – Chuck Wood! It's finally too much for one shy bear to handle. As hilarious as ever, this show is a star-studded tribute to Ted E Bare's greatest showbiz moments. Of course, Ted E Bare’s departure leaves a huge hole to fill. The evilly sarcastic Chuck Wood, cantankerous Grandpa Fred, attention-seeking A.N.G.E.L. and intergalactic Kevin all enter a battle of wits to fill Ted E's shoes - so prepare for a wild ride of biting humour and desperate behaviour! More information >> Julian Byzantine, Studio 8:00pm Saturday 6th March 2010 Lovers of guitar music will relish this opportunity to hear Julian Byzantine, one of the world's most widely acclaimed classical guitarists renowned for his artistry, individual style and virtuosity. In the area of contemporary music Julian Byzantine has collaborated with such eminent composers as Pierre Boulez, Peter Maxwell Davies and Peter Sculthorpe. His performances in 76 countries have taken him to many of the world’s most prestigious musical venues. He has appeared with major orchestras in Europe, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, and has achieved wide popularity through international concert tours, radio broadcasts and television appearances. More information >> Jimeoin in Something... Smells Funny, Playhouse 8:00pm Friday 12th March 2010 There is a hilarious aroma in the air. It’s Jimeoin’s new show Something........ Smells Funny! Join him as he effortlessly makes you breathe in his witty brand of charming humour, leaving you with the unforgettable stench of happiness! Jimeoin is acclaimed as one of the hottest stand-up comics of this generation - a true comedy master. A prolific writer with an exceptional audience rapport, he is known and loved for his brilliantly funny wit and charming observations on the absurdities of every-day life. More information >> Memories of Theatre Royal with special guest Barry Crocker, Studio 7:00pm Saturday 13th March 2010 Relive the good old days of vaudeville with Australia’s queen of variety, Patti Allen, who returns to Darwin to take you on a trip down memory lane. The Theatre Royal was the premier vaudeville venue in Brisbane, particularly in the years after World War II, and saw entertainers such as Barry Crocker, George Wallace, Mo (Roy Rene) and Toni Lamond regularly grace its stage. Always a favourite, Barry Crocker will join Patti Allen as a special guest for this spectacular show. Perhaps best known for his portrayal of the Barry Humphrey’s character Bazza McKenzie in the films of the 1970s, Barry Crocker is one of Australia’s most gifted and cherished entertainers, equally at home in the world of music, comedy and drama. More information >> Toni Childs, Playhouse 8:00pm Saturday 13th March 2010 American singer-songwriter Toni Childs' powerful vocals, charismatic live performances and commanding message have earned her a legion of fans as well as an Emmy Award and three Grammy nominations, including Best Female Rock Performance. Best known for her heavily R&B-influenced Don't Walk Away and the popular Stop Your Fussin', Toni Childs hit the big time in 1988 when her critically acclaimed debut album Union went Double Platinum in Australia, selling 500,000 albums. Her latest album Keep the Faith, featuring the powerful track Because You're Beautiful, is sure to reunite old fans and magnetise new ones.  More information >> The Rhythms of Ireland, Playhouse 8:00pm Wednesday 17th (St Patrick's Day) & Thursday 18th March 2010 Following the highly-successful and critically acclaimed sell-out Australian tour in March 2009, Ireland’s most celebrated and elite company of dancers and musicians will return by popular demand with their awe-inspiring and innovative production The Rhythms of Ireland. An exhilarating show of perfectly sounded traditional rhythms, song and dance, The Rhythms of Ireland has been seen by over two-million people worldwide. Blending stunning choreography and the ancient songs and dance of Ireland, what better way to celebrate St Patrick's Day? More information >> Raw Comedy - NT Heat, Playhouse 8:00pm Friday 19th March 2010 The NT heat for Australia’s biggest Comedy Competition is moving to the Playhouse! This event always sells out and so this year Raw will hit the big stage. Tickets will still sell fast so don’t delay! You can register to perform your five minutes of original material by going to the Raw website. NT Raw is presented by Corrugated Iron and the Darwin Entertainment Centre in partnership with the Melbourne Comedy Festival. More information >> Pirates to Pinafore, Playhouse 8:00pm Saturday 20th March 2010 Pirates to Pinafore is the complete works of Gilbert and Sullivan in 89 minutes! The cast is a highly talented team led by comic baritone Brian Hannan who plays WS Gilbert. Told from the point of view of Gilbert and Sullivan, the show is fast paced, hysterical and full of surprises. It contains all the hit songs including ‘Take A Pair Of Sparkling Eyes’, ‘Cat Like Tread’, ‘For He Is An Englishman’ and ‘Ring The Merry Bells’, as well as much of the witty dialogue from these wonderful iconic musicals. Don’t miss what will surely be a hit show! More information >> Shaggers, Brown's Mart Theatre 8:00pm Saturday 20th March 2010 The international hit show Shaggers will be in Darwin for one night only before it heads to the 2010 Melbourne International Comedy Festival! Shaggers has been at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, the Adelaide Fringe Festival and the Montreal Comedy Festival to name just a few. Starring Nik Coppin (UK), Marcel Lucont (France), Cath Styles (Melbourne), Craig Zee (Darwin) and John Burgos (Melbourne), Shaggers is a comedy show about.... well... shagging! More information >> RocKwiz - Live Tour 2010, Playhouse 8:00pm Monday 29th, Tuesday 30th & Wednesday 31st March 2010 It had to happen! Dugald is breaking the RocKwiz team out of the confines of the Gershwin Room and bumping them into a Live Australian Tour! Mistress of ceremonies Julia Zemiro; firm but fair co-host Brian Nankervis; the legendary RocKwiz Orkestra and Dugald (with mystery guests in tow) will be touring live for the first time ever in the show’s five year on-air history! It will be just like you see on your tellie every Saturday night on SBS - but this time, so close you can smell them! More information >> top^