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MOVIES ON DEMAND AT THE JAMES

Thanks to all the people who have taken the opportunity to tell us what films you want to see in the next 3 months.

MOVIES ON DEMAND is our new way to program films for Saturday nights

We want to show the movies you want to see so every 2–3 months we will ask for your programming choices. 30+ people attending are needed to break even. Please participate and ask your friends as well.


Tuesdays during school term, 6–7pm

EXPERIMENTAL MOVEMENT

free form dance ‧ intergenerational ‧ mental wellness

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Shake out that dance party in your head. Join us each week when the lights go out and the beats take over at our unique experimental uninhibited dance party in the dark. Unleash your inner Dancing Queen at James Theatre for just one hour 6-7 PM on Tuesdays ($5).

Presented by Paterson Allyn Williams Science and Ideas Hub – Tuesday nights during school term.


Saturday 9 November, 5 pm

(*Dungog Show fireworks is at 9pm)

JOKER: FOLIE A DEUX (MA 15+)

Musical/Thriller ‧ 2h 18m

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Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga star as The Joker and Harley Quinn in this sequel to the most controversial movie of 2019. Upon release from Arkham State Hospital, the villainous pair embark on a doomed romantic misadventure.

* We are showing this film early in case you want to catch the fireworks at the Show at 9pm.

This film is brought to you by Friends of the James Theatre Inc.

Tickets available at the door: Adult $15

Saturday 16 November, 12–6 pm

DINGOO Film Fest Pop-Up
Free for Dungog Shire Residents!

Get ready for a fun pop-up film festival in Dungog – Dingoo Film Fest is coming to town!

Get ready, Dungog! Dingoo Film Fest is coming to town for a special free event, exclusively for Dungog Shire residents. Just book your tickets on Eventbrite, and enjoy complimentary access to the festival and a free Quarterly Dingoo Premium membership!

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Join Us at the James Theatre, Dungog
Celebrate indie cinema with a lineup of unique films from Australia and beyond, including short films and a feature presentation. Relax between screenings at our outdoor pop-up bar and food area, and get a chance to win prizes and giveaways throughout the day!

Meet the Dingoo team, connect with filmmakers, and socialize with fellow film lovers in a vibrant, festival-style atmosphere.

Event Itinerary:

• 12:00 PM: Doors open, attendee check-in
• 12:30 PM – 2:15 PM: Short film screenings
• 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM: Q&A, awards, and giveaways
• 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM: Feature film screening

How to Attend:

Access is free for Dungog Shire residents—just reserve your ticket on Eventbrite and show your ID at the door.

For non-residents, attendance is included with a Dingoo subscription (Quarterly or Yearly)… Subscribe at dingoo.co/register, and receive your unique QR code for entry.

Dungog Local Special:
As part of this event, Dungog residents who sign up on Eventbrite will also receive free access to Dingoo Premium for three months. Don’t miss this chance to enjoy the festival and explore exclusive content on our platform!

Getting There:

• By Car: 2.5 hours from Sydney, with free parking at the theatre.
• By Train: Dungog is accessible via the Hunter Line from Sydney Central.

Important: Some films are rated (M). While all ages are welcome, parental guidance is recommended for attendees under 15 due to mature content.

For any questions, contact us at hello@dingoo.co

Welcome to the pack!

Reserve your spot on Eventbrite today.

This event is brought to you by DINGOO.

Saturday 23 November, 4–6 pm

Rainforest conversation series
with Dr Bill McDonald – FREE event

(‘red book’ co-author of renowned ‘Rainforest Trees & Shrubs’ ID book)

Sat: talks + Sun: walk (local rainforest) 

A weekend of Rainforest Conversations not to be missed! Join us for an important event exploring the beauty, complexity & importance of the rainforests in our region. This is a unique opportunity to expand your understanding & appreciation for these extraordinary ecosystems.

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Sat talks: book here

• Rainforest plant expert Dr Bill McDonald will share his insights into the living heart of the rainforest (co-author of the ‘Red book’ ‘Rainforest Trees and Shrubs’ ID)

• Discover some key plant species and familes in our local rainforests. Discussions on biodiversity, plant ID, and the vital role of rainforests in our environment.

• Short talks about local rainforest restoration activities.

• Local landcarer will share his vision for the future of the Lower Hunter.

• The Biodiversity Conservation Trust will present biodiversity conservation options for private landholders.

• This is your chance to deepen your knowledge, ask questions & learn how we can all contribute to preserving these vital ecosystems. Opportunities to connect with fellow rainforest enthusiasts & conservationists.

Sun walk: (booked out) email pawsciencehub@gmail.com to get on the waiting list or for further rainforest walks

• Join us for a walk to look at a local remnant rainforest.

• Experience the diversity of flora & fauna & the awe of nature in an endangered ecosystem.

Held jointly with Paterson Allyn Williams Science & Ideas Hub, Hunter Regional Landcare Network & the NSW Biodiversity Conservation Trust.

Get ready for WICKED with the original WIZARD OF OZ. Friday 29 November, 7 pm FREE

THE WIZARD OF OZ (G)

1939 ‧ Musical/Fantasy ‧ 1h 42m

Come along to the Dungog Chamber of Commerce “MIDSUMMER NIGHTS DREAM” event in Dungog and enjoy this FREE 85th anniversary screening.

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Dorothy Gale is swept away from a farm in Kansas to a magical land of Oz in a tornado and embarks on a quest with her new friends to see the Wizard who can help her return home to Kansas and help her friends as well.

Released on the eve of World War 2, this movie has become a classic and a much loved family favourite for many generations. The songs are catchy, the story timeless and the performances are memorable. It tells the story of a girl growing up and longing for a better future.

**** Salman Rushdie, growing up in Bombay, remembers that seeing the film at 10 “made a writer of me.” “Over the Rainbow is, or ought to be, the anthem of all the world’s migrants, all those who go in search of the place where “the dreams that you dare to dream really do come true… It is a celebration of Escape, a grand paean to the Uprooted Self, a hymn—the hymn—to Elsewhere.” – Out of Kansas: Revisiting “The Wizard of Oz.” By Salman Rushdie

This film is brought to you by the Dungog Chamber of Commerce and Loveys IGA with support from the Friends of the James Theatre Inc.

This is a FREE event

Saturday 30 November, 7 pm

GLADIATOR II (M)

Action/Adventure ‧ 2h 28m

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After his home is conquered by the tyrannical emperors who now lead Rome, Lucius is forced to enter the Colosseum and must look to his past to find strength to return the glory of Rome to its people.

Director Ridley Scott and featuring Denzel Washington, Pedro Pascal, Paul Mescal and Connie Nielsen.

This film is brought to you by Friends of the James Theatre Inc.

Tickets available at the door: Adult $15 Children $10 Family $40 (2A + 2C)

Saturday 14 December, 4 pm + 7 pm

WICKED (PG)

Musical/Fantasy ‧ 2h 22m

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After two decades as one of the most beloved and enduring musicals on the stage, Wicked makes its long-awaited journey to the big screen. Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, and Jonathan Bailey redefine good and wicked in this enchanting saga of friendship, power, and the origins of Oz.

This film is brought to you by Friends of the James Theatre Inc.

Tickets available at the door: Adult $15 Children $10 Family $40 (2A + 2C)


HIRE THE ICONIC JAMES THEATRE

The James Theatre is available for hire for film, music or dramatic events or for weddings, parties, dances, educational uses or meetings. The auditorium of the James Theatre is large and can be divided up for more intimate performances or to provide a separate refreshment area.

For enquiries and inspections of the Theatre, please use the form on the Contact Us page

November

  • JOKER: FOLIE A DEUX (MA 15+)
    Musical/Thriller
    9 Sat, 7 pm
  • DINGOO
    Film Festival
    16 Sat, Noon – 6 pm
  • RAINFOREST CONVERSATIONS
    Talk
    23 Sat, 4 – 6 pm
  • THE WIZARD OF OZ (G)
    Musical/Fantasy
    29 Fri, 7 pm
  • GLADIATOR II (M)
    Action/Adventure
    30 Sat, 7 pm

December

  • WICKED (PG)
    Action/Adventure
    14 Sat, 4 + 7 pm