Gunnedah Conservatorium Presents: Nat Bartsch: Forever Changed

Overview

A musical experience where everyone is welcome, and anyone can be themselves. Presented in association with Musica Viva. Come along to the Smithurst Theatre for a truly welcoming musical experience unlike any other. Forever Changed brings the gentle beauty of lullabies into a modern, atmospheric world — blending piano, recorded harp and strings, natural soundscapes, and soft ambient electronics. Presented by ARIA-nominated pianist and composer…

A musical experience where everyone is welcome, and anyone can be themselves. Presented in association with Musica Viva.

Come along to the Smithurst Theatre for a truly welcoming musical experience unlike any other. Forever Changed brings the gentle beauty of lullabies into a modern, atmospheric world — blending piano, recorded harp and strings, natural soundscapes, and soft ambient electronics.

Presented by ARIA-nominated pianist and composer Nat Bartsch, this intimate performance is designed to allow you to enjoy the music in the way that feels right for you. A variety of seating options will be available, including comfy cushions, pillows, bean bags, floor seating, and chairs, along with sensory resources and a relaxed environment that supports neurodivergent audience members.

You are warmly encouraged to bring along any preferred sensory items or personal seating comforts, so you can truly settle in and feel at ease.

Families, children, carers, and community members of all ages are invited to unwind, feel safe, and enjoy the moment. Whether you're seeking soothing calm or a rich, immersive musical journey, Forever Changed offers a space where everyone can find comfort, connection, and joy — right here in Gunnedah.

Duration 55 minutes with no interval.

Location

The Smithurst Theatre

158 Conadilly Street Gunnedah NSW 2380 Australia

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Location - 158 Conadilly Street Gunnedah NSW 2380 Australia

FAQs

Accessibility

A quiet space is available at the venue/ facility

Allows a person's carer free entry into participating venues and events

Actively welcomes people with access needs.

Ask all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met

Caters for people who use a wheelchair.

Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)

Employ people with disability

Have a step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs)

Have accessibility information and photos, including of a bathroom, room and/or floor plan on your website (can be emailed on request)

Have accessible seating areas in theatrette

Have an accessible public toilet which is unlocked

Have grab rails in the bathroom

Have step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)

Offer a range of contact methods for receiving complaints

Offer multiple options for booking - web, email, phone

Provide seating in common areas including reception area

Train your staff in disability awareness

Use floors/coverings which are slip resistant, firm and smooth

Use non-slip tiles in the bathroom or slip resistant matting

Use Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)

Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)