“BAKERSFIELD Mist” is a comedy-drama based on a true story. Unemployed bartender Maude (Julie Nihill) has bought a painting from an op shop. But could it be a Jackson Pollock worth millions? Art expert Lionel Percy (John Wood) flies in from New York to find out. At The Q – Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre, June 22-24. Bookings to theq.net.au or 6285 6290.

BRILLIANT pianist Gabi Sultana has stepped in to replace percussionist Claire Edwardes for Canberra Youth Orchestra’s next concert. The focal point will be Philip Glass’ stunning “Tirol Concerto for piano and orchestra” and Mahler’s Symphony No 1 “Titan”, both conducted by Leonard Weiss at Llewellyn Hall, June 24. Bookings to ticketek.com.au

THE Artists Society of Canberra has changed location for this year’s  13th open art competition and show to the Kingston Arts Precinct. Run in collaboration with the ACT Region Catchment Groups, the theme is “People Caring for the ACT Region’s Lands and Waters”. At the Fitters Workshop, June 22-30. Opening 6pm, June 22.

WELL-known Canberra pianist, Colin Forbes, will celebrate the arrival of his first grandchild by performing piano music by Mozart, Schumann and Debussy that relates to new life and childhood. At Wesley Music Centre, 20 National Circuit, Forrest, 12.40pm-1.20pm, Wednesday, June 21. No bookings required.

“FORWARD & Bach: Martin Luther’s Musical Legacy” is the punning title of The Song Company’s next concert, for which Canberra’s own Toby Cole will join the ensemble to mark the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation by performing three Bach motets, five new Australian settings of Martin Luther’s chorale melodies and recent completions from “The Orgelbüchlein Project”. At Wesley Uniting Church, 7pm, Friday, June 23. Bookings to songcompany.com.au

THE Yarralumla Midwinter Show has been pleasing visitors for more than 35 years with its array of art and craft, food and entertainment by local artists and providers. At the Yarralumla Uniting Church Centre, Denman Street, 10am-8pm on Friday, June 23; 10am-5pm, June 24 and noon-5pm, June 25. Opening at 6pm on the Friday followed by a fashion show featuring designs exhibited.

AMERICAN string ensemble, the Pacifica Quartet, promises to shed new light on Haydn, Mendelssohn, Beethoven, Shostakovich and Aussie composer Nigel Westlake when it performs for Musica Viva at Llewellyn Hall on June 20. Bookings to musicaviva.com.au

VIOLINIST Jack Chenoweth and pianist Kylie Loveland will perform their debut concert at the High Court from 1.30pm on Sunday, June 18. Free but registration to hcourt.gov.au

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