April, in Sydney

words by ben stephens

April, the month before the chill really sets in. This year’s edition has 31 days, much like the previous years.

Though out of those 31 days, there are three glorious public holidays. From Easter to ANZAC Day, you have a handful of extra days to fill with activities. As the good people that we are here at QT Life, here are a number of ways to fill those days this April.

ART
The National: New Australian Art is an exhibition that we’ve been looking forward to for the last six months. A collection of the best new contemporary art that this nation has created; shown through three of the best galleries this city has to offer. From the Museum of Contemporary Art, to the Art Gallery of NSW and Carriageworks, the exhibition is not to be missed. Read more about it HERE and keep in mind that it is completely free.

Agatha Gothe-Snape, You and everything that is not you (Museum of Contemporary Art), 2012-17. The National opens @mca_australia, @carriageworks and @artgalleryofnsw tomorrow. #nationalau

A post shared by Sammy Preston (@sammypreston) on Mar 28, 2017 at 8:11pm PDT

MUSIC
As the sound of the classic ‘Born Slippy’ drops, you might be forced to recall the first time you watched Ewan McGregor walk across London town with a bag full of cash in the original Trainspotting film; or it might remind you of the 90’s clubbing scene. Either way, you’ll be a nostalgic mess as the English duo, Underworld take to the stage at the Sydney Opera House on April 11. Grab your tickets HERE

LIVE COMEDY
It’s hard to walk by the comic genius that is Wil Anderson. He’s been with us since the late 90’s, whipping out some of the best stand-up comedy that this country has seen. He’s back in Sydney to play two shows, back to back at the Sydney Opera House this April. He’s touring his show Critically Wil which has scored sell out nights during the Melbourne International Comedy Festival and shouldn’t be missed. Grab your tickets HERE

Backstage first preview #micf those water bottles won't get touched #criticallywil

A post shared by Wil Anderson (@wilarious) on Mar 29, 2017 at 2:45am PDT

SEE
If you’re looking for a cute spot for a date this April, may we recommend the Sydney Royal Easter Show? Full of all those agriculture vibes that you’ve come to love, from farm animals to show bags and those crazy rides… Who am I kidding; we’re there for the food and wine. A Royal Show must is walking around all the cheese stalls, sampling the best of local producers matured and not so matured cheese. You’ll find this located next to the wine showroom, a place to pick up your next favourite drop. Ahh, I love this time of year. For more info, check them out HERE

There's nothing better than munching on some quality food with your mates when your at the Easter Show. Make sure you show us pics of you and your mates having a great feed at the show! Just use the hashtag #myeastershow

A post shared by Sydney Royal Easter Show (@sydney_royal_easter_show) on Apr 2, 2017 at 2:01am PDT

Whatever your plans might be for the upcoming festive season, we here at QT Life wish you a happy and safe Easter!