The Sydney live music scene has had a tumultuous journey over the last two decades. Once a bedrock of Australian creativity, the community has been confronted by broad range of challenges including regulatory pressures, cultural changes, and the development of new technologies. As it stands, the industry has to adapt and find new ways forward in order to flourish.

The Basement and Six8 present a public forum with industry leaders discussing the trajectory of live music in Sydney. The aim is to explore where the scene has come from and where it is headed, and to encourage the people of Sydney to have a voice in the path forward. Simon Marnie will take a break from the airwaves at ABC radio to lead a panel forum event, aimed at exploring these issues. The panel will include Kerri Glasscock, the Director of the Sydney Fringe Festival; John Wardle from the Live Music Office; Hugh Nichols Strategy Advisor Live Music and Performance at the City of Sydney; Nathan Farrell, live music programmer at the Basement and director of NF Entertainment; Keith Sue, the Managing Director of Six8; and Hannah Crofts, from Music NSW and member of All Our Exes Are From Texas.

This group of industry leaders will share their perspectives on the state of live music in Sydney before opening questions to the floor for an extended Question and Answer session. Of course, the night would not be complete without a live performance and we will welcome one of Australia's premiere artists Rai Thistlethwayte. Rai has just arrived back from the US and will return to the Basement to lay down his distinctive musical stylings late into the evening. He will be supported by the Ben Hauptmann Trio who will take the stage prior to the panel discussion.

There has rarely been an opportunity to directly access such a breadth of knowledge on live music in Sydney, and experience a night of fantastic entertainment - all for free. So join us at The Basement on Tuesday 31st January - doors open at 6:30pm.

TICKETING INFO

This event is a FREE EVENT - RSVP tickets are available for admission into this event. 

DOORS OPEN AT 6.30PM
SET TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE FROM SHOW TO SHOW

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
When General Admission Ticket sales have closed on the day of the show they may still be available at the door on the night.

All patrons must be over the age of 18

Please ensure you bring photo ID as proof of age

Dress is Smart/Casual at Manager's discretion. No thongs.

ACCESSIBILITY

The Basement has very limited accessibility for patrons with disabilities, however please contact the venue to ensure there is adequate availability for you to enjoy the show comfortably and they can advise on the recommended seating options.

RESTAURANT (GREEN ROOM BAR) 
RESTAURANT HOURS ARE DEPENDENT ON SHOW
Please call The Basement to confirm opening times - (02) 9251 2797