Autumn School Holiday Program
- Bass Coast Shire Council
- 6 hours ago
- 2 min read
There’s all sorts of fun happening these Easter school holidays across
Berninneit, and the Union Theatre!
With the holidays just around the corner, we’re kicking things off on Thursday 2 April with the grand re-opening of The Union Theatre in Wonthaggi, with a very special screening of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie with exciting guests of honour, Mario and Luigi!
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie [PG]
The Union Theatre Re-Opening Special Screening
Thursday, April 2 | 4:30pm
The Union Theatre, Wonthaggi
This special screening is the perfect chance to sit back, enjoy the big screen in all it's glory and share a fun movie experience together, plus there’s plenty happening beyond the screen too. Enjoy complimentary treats and a special meet and greet with Super Mario and Luigi!
There’s loads of exciting arts and culture experiences to have across Bass Coast these school holidays, come and explore what's on!
The Box Show
Thursday, 9 April
2:00pm
Berninneit, Cowes
Tag along for a day in the life of a bunch of musical misfits as they reinvigorate the junk that the world has forgotten.
School Holiday Cinema Program
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie [PG] 100mins
A great pick if you’re juggling different ages!
Bright, fast‑paced fun with everyone's favourite characters, an easy win.
The Magic Faraway Tree [G] 114mins
A gentle, imaginative adventure that’s ideal for younger children and first cinema trips.
Arco [PG] 88mins
A quieter animated gem, perfect for creative kids who enjoy heartfelt storytelling.
GOAT [PG] 110mins
Expect big laughs and feel‑good moments in this sporty underdog favourite.
The Deb [M] 129mins
A bold, funny Australian watch best suited to teens and adults.
Berninneit Art Gallery
The Second Horizon is a return to painting for multidisciplinary artist Gonzalo Varela.
His paintings in oil, acrylic, and mixed media, imagine future worlds built on the ruins of past societies. Flipping the hierarchy between humanity and machines, and questions whether the post-human form represents evolution or extinction.
Gonzalo will also be hosting a painting masterclass ‘Happy Accidents' at Bernninent Art Studio.
Explore the creative potential of working with accidents and chance as a point of departure in your painting practice.
Painting Masterclass: ‘Happy Accidents’ with Gonzalo Varela
Sunday, 11 April
10:00am - 1:00pm
Berninneit Art Studio
Josh Pyke
Live at Berninneit
Wrap up the school holidays with a special live music experience as one of Australia’s most cherished songwriters, Josh Pyke who will make his Berninneit debut on his regional solo tour Feeding the Wolves and Other Stories.
Josh Pyke
Feeding the Wolves and Other Stories
Regional Solo Tour
Saturday, 18 April
7:30pm
Berninneit, Cowes
Good to know:
Children aged 12 and over are welcome to attend Bass Coast Cultural Venues unaccompanied.
Children under 12 must be accompanied by a responsible adult or guardian (18+) while on the premises.
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