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The National Museum of Australia is proud to support ENLIGHTEN 2012 (part of the Canberra Festival).
ENLIGHTEN provides a spectacular new perspective on some of Australia’s most famous attractions, linking them through late night openings and a memorable array of fun and surprising experiences for visitors.
Weather update
By the Water: Featuring Clare Bowditch and the Clouds will go ahead tomorrow evening as scheduled. The Bureau of Meteorology has advised that there may be light showers tomorrow afternoon which will clear tomorrow evening.
Patrons are advised to come prepared for wet and cool weather (see FAQs below).
Ticket update
Tickets for tonight's concert have closed at Ticketek. Come to the Museum at 6pm to buy your ticket.
Come along
Soak up the powerful lyrics, fascinating instrumentation and amazing humour of singer songwriter Clare Bowditch.
Winner of a swag of awards, including Rolling Stone magazine's Woman of the Year (2010), Clare has enjoyed rave reviews and critical acclaim for her performances and albums, including her most recent and fourth album Modern Day Addiction.
The Clouds were a mainstay of the Australian music scene in the 1990s with their layered guitar pop, feisty and original lyrics and deliciously unexpected harmonies. In 2011 The Clouds reunited and with Clare Bowditch will perform at the Museum's By the Water program.
Presented as part of ENLIGHTEN 2012
Friday 9 March 2012, 7–9pm, doors open 6pm
Outdoor amphitheatre, by the shores of Lake Burley Griffin, National Museum of Australia
Important tips
Entry for all patrons is via the Museum's Hall. There is no access along the lake.
We will open our doors from 6pm to allow time for all guests to collect their tickets and select their spot for this performance. There will be no allocated seating. The Museum box office is located in the main Hall. Be sure to arrive early.
By The Water featuring Clare Bowditch and The Clouds is an outdoor event which will continue in the case of rain and will only be cancelled if the weather conditions are considered dangerous by ENLIGHTEN Event Management. This may occur at short notice. In the unlikely occurrence that the event is cancelled, information will be posted on the event website canberrafestival.com.au, enlightencanberra.com.au, http://www.visitcanberra.com.au/ and on the Museum's website www.nma.gov.au. Details will also be communicated through local radio.
FAQs
Will food and drink be available?
Yes. Food, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks will be available for sale, but you are welcome to bring your own refreshments.
Is seating allocated?
No. Seating is un-allocated and in fact there are no seats! Find a place on the grass to sit when you arrive.
Should I bring something to sit on?
Yes. Seating is on the grass and due to recent rain it will be wet. We recommend a picnic blanket (ideally rubber-backed) or similar. Wear warm clothing too.
Can I bring an umbrella?
A parka or rain jacket would be the most considerate option, but you may bring an umbrella. Please be aware of the impact on other people's sightlines and enjoyment of the concert.