Presented in conjunction with Maitland & District Historical Society
(in support of their community heritage work)
Sun Street Studios brings you –
Gregory North
Three-times Australian Champion Bush Poet
“Life & Rhymes of Banjo Paterson”
Tickets at the door – $2 surcharge per ticket or
If not keen on online booking: pre-book – by phone or email.
We’re happy to arrange a reservation (subject to availability).
About the Show
Step back to Maitland in 1900, when Andrew “Banjo” Paterson
delivered a stirring lecture across the road at the Town Hall during his celebrated tour.
On the 125th anniversary of that visit, acclaimed bush poet Gregory North retraces Banjo’s footsteps.
Hear Paterson’s much-loved poems alongside vivid stories of his extraordinary life,
including his time as a war correspondent during the Boer War.
Gregory’s unique performance style brings Banjo’s wit, warmth, and Australiana to life.
When: Sunday 12th October. Doors open 1:30 pm for 2:00 pm show.
Tickets: $30
At the door: $32 (if not sold out)
Please email to organise ahead if you would prefer not to book online.
A special afternoon of poetry, history, and performance in the heart of Maitland
Food & Drink on the Night
🎭 The Life & Rhymes of Banjo Paterson is a licensed event,
Afternoon refreshments –
Step back to Banjo’s era with refreshments inspired by the bush and the times.
From damper-on-a-stick with “cocky’s joy” (golden syrup) to fruit cake and cheese, from a colonial sherry to a playful rum & sarsaparilla, we’ve kept it simple, hearty, and full of character.
Pair it with a good coffee or tea and enjoy a true taste of the past.
Minors are welcome to attend accompanied by a guardian aged 18. or over
Non-alcoholic drinks will also be available for purchase.
🍷 Heritage Refreshments Menu
- Campfire Damper Sticks
- Rustic oven-baked sticks, served with “cockies’s joy” (golden syrup & butter) – a taste of the bush brought indoors. $5
- Fruit Cake with Creamy Brie
- An old NSW custom, pairing rich fruit cake with soft cheese. A simple, hearty indulgence. $7
- Waltzing Spritz
- Sparkling wine lightened with soda, a dash of fruit syrup, and a twist of lemon. $10
- Waltzing Spritz (No-Alcohol)
- Soda with fruit syrup and lemon – all the sparkle, none of the wine – $5
- Colonial Cooler
- Dark rum with sarsaparilla, finished with lemon – spirited, nostalgic, and refreshing. $10
- Colonial Cooler (Temperance Version)
- Sarsaparilla with lemon — a teetotaler’s delight – $5
- Sherry
- A small glass of Harveys Bristol Cream — smooth, sweet, and very Edwardian. $7
- A variety of Tea & Plunger Coffee $4
- The comforts that never go out of style.
How to order food
Pre-order by email or phone (enjoy pre-show or at interval).
Or order on arrival and we’ll have it ready for interval.
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For pre-show meals and drinks, Sun Street recommends
The Pourhouse
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Monday – Thursday 4pm – 10pm (5-8pm Dinner)
Friday -Saturday 12–12 (Lunch 12-2pm & Dinner 5-8:30pm)
Sunday 12–4 (Lunch 12-2pm)