This weekend, head to the Dunstan Playhouse to see Justine Clarke in Julia, or have a culinary journey at the Fleurieu Food Festival.

Words Charlie Gilchrist

From the schoolyard to Parliament

On October 9, 2012, Australia’s first female Prime Minister, Julia Gillard, stood up in Parliament and delivered the now infamous words: “I will not be lectured about sexism and misogyny by this man”. This August 16 to 31, head to the Dunstan Playhouse for Julia, as beloved actor Justine Clarke recreates Julia Gillard’s life journey, from the schoolyard in Adelaide to the hallways of Parliament House, where she gave her famous speech. This production was developed by Joanna Murray-Smith and is directed by Helpmann Award-winner Sarah Goodes. Julia is presented as part of the University of Adelaide’s 150^th Anniversary Program in collaboration with the State Theatre Company South Australia, the Sydney Theatre Company and the Canberra Theatre Centre.

Showcasing First Nations creatives

First Nations creatives are being spotlighted this August for OUR MOB 2024, on display at the Adelaide Festival Centre’s Festival Theatre foyer galleries until October 12. Since its inception in 2006, OUR MOB has highlighted art by South Australian First Nations artists of all ages, while OUR YOUNG MOB features art by Indigenous artists 18 and under. OUR MOB 2024 will also include two solo exhibitions, while a series of literary events will take place in September.

The wizarding world

Be transported to the wizarding world this August with the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra for Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince in Concert. Led by the renowned Australian pianist and conductor Vanessa Scammell, the 75-piece orchestra will play Nicholas Hooper’s entire score while the film plays in the background on a 40-foot screen. The sixth instalment of the Harry Potter series follows Harry as he delves into Lord Voldemort’s dark past, uncovers the secrets of Horcruxes, falls in love and suffers a tragic loss. This performance takes place at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre on Saturday, August 17.

The best of the Fleurieu Peninsula

Now in its third year, the Fleurieu Food Festival has returned for a month-long celebration of the region’s top food and wine producers. Discover the best of the Fleurieu Peninsula with more than 50 culinary events ranging from masterclasses and tastings to feasts and more. Satisfy your sweet tooth at Candyland – A Mad Hatter’s Tea Party with bec Hardy Wines’ head chef Connor Bishop, or take a walking tour of the Feather & Pecj farm to learn about their pasture-raised eggs.