Five-time ARIA award-winning artist Katie Noonan will perform the works of Jeff Buckley’s iconic album Grace at the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre in October, as part of a headline tour across Australia.
Celebrating one of music’s most notable albums, Katie is taking her mind-blowing live show across metro and regional areas of the country.
With over 25 years in the industry, Katie Noonan has proved herself as one of Australia’s most hardworking, versatile and prolific artists.
Named one of the greatest Australian singers of all time by the Herald Sun, Katie has produced 29 albums throughout her career, with seven times platinum record sales under her belt and 29 ARIA award nominations that span diverse genres.
Katie first introduced her unique adaptation of Jeff Buckley’s Grace live, recently performing an incredible five sold-out nights at Sydney Festival.
Praise from fans and critics came pouring in for the singer-songwriter's ability to maintain the qualities of the traditional tracks while adding her unique flair and tone to curate a memorable homage to an iconic body of work.
Speaking on the significance of Jeff Buckley’s Grace, Katie said she was 17 when Buckley's seminal debut album was released in 1994.
".. never had I heard a sound world like this, never had I heard a band that unique and never had I heard a voice that expressive, exploratory and exciting," she said.
"This album is the single biggest influence on my musical journey and was an enormous inspiration for my debut album Polyserena and my 29 subsequent studio albums.
"I was lucky enough to see Jeff live in 1996 and it was honestly a transcendental experience and one of the greatest concerts I will ever see.
"His integrity, unique sound and achingly honest lyrics have inspired me so deeply, and in the 30th anniversary of the Grace album, I am honoured to present this body of work with some of my favourite musicians and pay homage to a life changing album and a truly once in a lifetime artist.”
Joining Katie as special guest for this performance will be Melbourne-based artist Georgia Fields.
The singer-songwriter collaborates with Andromeda String Quartet in an evocative, genre-defying show, performing reimagined arrangements of Georgia’s own songs, along with a couple of surprise covers, as playful art-pop meets ethereal chamber strings.
See Katie Noonan perform the works of Jeff Buckley’s Grace at the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre on Friday, 10 October at 8pm with limited tickets available at wpacc.com.au.
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What's on in brief
Milawa Hall craft market
An annual craft market will be held at the Milawa Hall in Milawa on the public holiday of Friday, September 26, from 8.30am to 1pm.
Browse a wide range of stalls showcasing locally made arts, crafts and giftware, with refreshments available and all welcome.
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Old School Night Out at local community halls
The Old School Night Out is back for 2025, with much-loved local band Sweet Buzz travelling to three townships to fill community halls with songs, dancing and laughter.
Funded by the Rural City of Wangaratta Grit and Resilience Program and supported by the local hall committees, events will be held at the Tarrawingee Hall on Friday, 10 October, Moyhu Soldiers Memorial Hall on Saturday, 25 October and at Everton Hall on Friday, 28 November.
For more information visit wangaratta.vic.gov.au/Community/Grit-Resilience/Whats-On.
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Wangaratta Show in October
THE 159th Wangaratta Show will be held at the Wangaratta Showgrounds on October 10 and 11, with two full days of colour, excitement and entertainment for all ages.
Attractions include livestock and pavilion exhibits, an animal nursery, Animals of Oz reptile display, dog high jump, steam engines and Fergie tractors, SINCS FMX aerial motorbikes and live music, with the spectacular WINSEC fireworks to light up the sky on Friday night.
Tickets are available at ticketebo.com.au/wangaratta-agricultural-society-inc/wangaratta-show-2025.
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The Bushwackers at Da Vinci Social Club
The Bushwackers are back and ready to raise the roof at the Da Vinci Social Club on Sunday, 5 October from 1.30pm to 4.30pm.
Australia’s beloved folk-rock legends will present their high-energy, toe-tapping show for the whole family to enjoy, in a celebration of Aussie spirit.
Tickets are $20 (members) and $25 (non-members) with afternoon tea included, available by calling 0409 307 606 or email dvsc.wang@gmail.com.
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The Songs of Shirley Bassey in Wangaratta
Award winning songstress Danielle Matthews will sing the hit songs of the legendary Shirley Bassey at the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre on Friday, 17 October at 10.30am.
Join Danielle for a powerful celebration of the music and life of Dame Shirley Bassey, presenting her iconic songs including Goldfinger, This is My Life, Big Spender, Diamonds Are Forever and Where Do I Begin.
Tickets for the matinee show are available now at wpacc.com.au.
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Meet the Author - Peter FitzSimons
Enjoy an unforgettable evening with acclaimed historian and bestselling author Peter FitzSimons, as he shares insights into his latest work, The Courageous Life of Weary Dunlop in the Memorial Hall at the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre on Thursday, 30 October from 6pm to 8pm.
Discover the extraordinary story of Sir Edward "Weary" Dunlop: surgeon, soldier and saviour of thousands of POWs on the infamous Thai-Burma Railway during World War II, as FitzSimons’ brings Weary’s legacy of courage, compassion and resilience to life.
Proudly presented by the Wangaratta Library in collaboration with Booktique, tickets are $5 and available by visiting humanitix.com/meet-the-author-peter-fitzsimons-cr7h5glh.
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