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RAW Comedy Come along and support the best up-and-coming comedians in the Illawarra as they take part in Australia's biggest and most prestigious open mic comedy competition. Or get up and give it a try yourself! The Melbourne International Comedy Festival has been producing RAW Comedy since 1996, and previous winners and finalists include Chris Lilley, Josh Thomas, Hannah Gadsby, Peter Helliar, Claire Hooper, Michael Workman, Mike McLeigh (Keating! The Musical) and Tim Minchin. If you're a new comedian and would like to try your material in front of a supportive audience, visit www.rawcomedy.com.au for more information and to register for the Wollongong heat. • RAW Comedy happens in every capital city in Australia and in some regional centres. • You go and do a 5 minute spot of new, original comedy material at the heat. • Heats are compered by a professional comedian and are open to the public. • The best acts from the heats go on to State semifinals, then to a State Final. • The best acts from all the State Finals go into a National Final. • The National Grand Final is held in the Melbourne Town Hall as a feature event of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, and recorded for broadcast by ABC1. • The ultimate RAW Comedy National Champion jets off to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe - the world's largest and most awesome annual comedy fun time to compete in So You Think You're Funny? May contain strong language and adult themes. Proudly supported by Merrigong Theatre Company and 96.5 Wave FM - The Illawarra's Best Music Variety

Stevie - The Life and Music of Stevie Wright and the Easybeats Scott McRae stars in this first ever production depicting the life and music of Stevie Wright and the Easybeats. This upbeat LIVE rockumentary takes the audience on a journey from the beat of the '60s to the hard and heady days of the '70s and '80s. Australian music history was made with hits such as Friday on My Mind, She's so Fine, Evie Parts 1, 2 & 3, Heaven and Hell, Black Eyed Bruiser plus many more. Big screen interviews have been specifically filmed for the production, with people like Angry Anderson, Jon English, Snowy Fleet, Kevin Borich and a cast of others who have a story to share. Scott McRae fronts an awesome live band, singing the hits and telling the story that will rock your soul, your heart and have you dancing in your seats. Fully endorsed by Stevie Wright... "Love this concept, Scotty.. Man! you sound great!" - Stevie Wright 2011 www.stevieshow.com.au

Come along and enjoy one of the best bands playing in the Wollongong region this Friday Feb 24th at Dapto Leagues Club. Hear some moving renditions of your favorites like Bridge over troubled Water, Homeward Bound, America, Sounds of Silence, Me and Julio, etc with beautiful vocals and a fabulous band lineup, including local talent Stephen Verney Smith (Lead and Acoustic Guitar). This band should not be missed, it contains a lineup of some of the best players in the country. Tickets $30. Please book early to save your seat for a memorable evening. Lead Vocals John Robertson & Mark Shelley Lead & Acoustic Guitar Stephen Verney Smith Bass Duncan Brown Keys Mike Allen & John Keating Drums Mitch Farmer Contact 02 42611333