Big screen, on-stage, book and craft fun for the school holidays
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10 April 2025
The autumn school holidays arrive at an exciting time at the movies, with a colourful collection screening at the Gunnedah Civic’s big screen.
The blockbuster A Minecraft Movie (rated PG) is already drawing big crowds as the popular video game comes to life. A Minecraft Movie stars Jack Black and Jason Momoa and is the story of four misfits pulled through a portal into a cubic world where they must embark on a quest.
Also on the big screen at the movies is Looney Tunes’ The Day the Earth Blew Up (PG), where Porky Pig and Daffy Duck discover that Earth is under threat from a bizarre bubblegum invasion.
Another animated favourite, Dog Man (G), a story by Captain Underpants creator Dav Pilkey, will screen until Wednesday, April 23.
On May 1, Thunderbolts* (classification to come) begins screening. This Marvel movie features depressed assassin Yelena Belova and a band of misfits. Also coming soon is Bonnie and Clyde: The Musical, filmed live at London’s Theatre Royal Drury Lane during two special concerts in January 2022.
These movies will screen alongside other movies including The Alto Knights, Andre Rieu’s 75th Birthday Celebration: The Dream, Small Things Like These, and The Amateur.
The Gunnedah Cultural Precinct also has a treat in store for kids five and up when Mr Snotbottom visits on Thursday, 8 May at 11.30am. This is a hilariously disgusting kids’ live show brimming with all the gooey, slimy, yucky topics that kids love. Tickets are $15.50 and are available through www.thecivic.com.au
For younger children, and those who are into books and craft, Gunnedah Shire Library favourites Crafty Creations and Book Buddies will delight littlies. Take a look at Gunnedah Shire Library’s Facebook page for times and booking details.
Mums and Dads – Australia’s most iconic comedy tour is on its way to Gunnedah for some light relief after school holidays.
The Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow will hit the stage at the Gunnedah Town Hall on Thursday, 12 June.
Tickets are available through https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1379835