PACT is turning 60 in (street) style.

Hyperlocal: Block Party is a free celebration of community and street artistry.

DJ Arisse and DJ Black President will be rocking the spot across the afternoon. Riddim Nation will bring the classic Hip Hop dance styles to the floor and you best believe that the solo performances from Lucky Lartey and Demon Derriere will be the definition of fresh!

Something super special for the kids (7-12 years) is our Kids Hip Hop Workshop led by dance legend King Nai of Riddim Nation.

And, there is a free BBQ running throughout the afternoon.

Please register for the Kids Hip Hop Workshop and also RSVP if you are coming along for the good vibes (so we know how many snags to put on the BBQ).

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ARTIST LINE UP

⭐️ Riddim Nation
⭐️ Demon Derriere
⭐️ Lucky Lartey
⭐️ DJ Arisse
⭐️ DJ Black President

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WORKSHOP FULL – WAITLIST OPEN!
All 20 spots have been filled! If you would like to be added to the waitlist please email info@pact.net.au with parent/guardian/carer contact info.

The Kids Hip Hop workshop, led by King Nai of Riddim Nation is by donation and is for children aged 7 - 12.
The workshop will run from 2:45pm until 3:45pm and the kids will have a chance to show what they've learned in a dance cypher after the workshop.
The workshop is capped at 20 participants.
Those wishing to participate in the Kids Hip Hop Workshop must register.

(this workshop is by donation: any amount is greatly appreciated and will help PACT continue to support emerging artists).

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KEY INFO

What: Hyperlocal: Block Party
When: 2pm – 6pm, Saturday 12th October 2024.
Where: PACT Centre For Emerging Artists, 107 Railway Parade, Erskineville NSW 2043.
Getting there:
By train: Erskineville Station (250m), Newtown Station (900m), and Macdonaldtown Station (1km)
By bus: 355 Bus Stop (250m); Newtown (900m)
By taxi: Erskineville Road Taxi Stand (300m)
By car: Railway Parade has unlimited free street parking
Accessibility: This event will be Auslan Interpreted.
PACT is an accessible venue, with level access throughout the public areas of the building and non-gendered, ambulant and wheelchair-accessible toilets.
There is accessible (non-dedicated) street parking on Railway Parade. The nearest accessible train stations are Erskineville (5 minutes) and Newtown (15 minutes).
We encourage you to contact us with any access questions and to discuss your requirements with us – info@pact.net.au

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EVENT SCHEDULE

2:00pm Welcome to Country

2:15pm 60 Years Young Exhibition Launch

2:30pm Performance from Demon Derriere

2:40pm DJ Black President

2:45pm Kids Hip Hop Workshop starts (Runs for approx 1 hour)

3:00pm Performance by Gabriela Quinsacara

3:45pm Kids Dance Cypher (showing from the Kids Hip Hop Workshop)

4:00pm Ghana Road Show performed by Lucky Lartey, Angelica Osuji and Yacou Mbaye

4:10pm Dj Arisse

4:45pm Performance by Riddim Nation

6:00pm PACT Underground: Ripple Effec

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Hyperlocal: Block Party is a fundraising event.

We have been supporting emerging artists since 1964.
For the last 6 decades, we have built upon the generosity of our audiences, artists and donors.

PACT is a launching pad for artists and a testing ground for courageous ideas. By donating to PACT you are pledging your support for emerging artists and the vital opportunities and professional pathways we impart here at PACT.

We are raising funds for the future of our arts, artists and our PACT community.

All donations from the event go towards supporting PACT and our artist development programs.