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SONGS INSIDE documentary screening + Q&A

Thursday 17 July 2025
Songs Inside is an award-winning feature documentary by filmmaker Shalom Almond that chronicles the transformative journey of a group of women from the Adelaide Women’s Prison who discover the healing power of music. The creative process unearths profound struggles with trauma and addiction, demonstrating that even within the complexities of prison life, music can serve as a universal force for healing and hope. Led by Barkindji singer-songwriter Nancy Bates, their journey culminates in a historic performance—the largest concert ever staged within an Australian prison—featuring the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra. Presented in partnership with the Department of Child Protection, Noarlunga DCP Office. Morning tea will be provided, and the screening will be followed by a Q&A with filmmakers and film participants. Accessibility: Wheelchair access ramp at the entrance to The Arts Centre
The Arts Centre Port Noarlunga
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SONGS INSIDE documentary screening + Q&A

Thursday 17 July 2025
Songs Inside is an award-winning feature documentary by filmmaker Shalom Almond that chronicles the transformative journey of a group of women from the Adelaide Women’s Prison who discover the healing power of music. The creative process unearths profound struggles with trauma and addiction, demonstrating that even within the complexities of prison life, music can serve as a universal force for healing and hope. Led by Barkindji singer-songwriter Nancy Bates, their journey culminates in a historic performance—the largest concert ever staged within an Australian prison—featuring the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra. Presented in partnership with the Department of Child Protection, Noarlunga DCP Office and OARS Community Transitions. The screening will be followed by a Q&A with filmmakers and film participants. Accessibility: Wheelchair access ramp at the entrance to The Arts Centre
The Arts Centre Port Noarlunga
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SONGS INSIDE documentary screening + Q&A

Wednesday 30 July 2025
Songs Inside is an award-winning feature documentary by filmmaker Shalom Almond that chronicles the transformative journey of a group of women from the Adelaide Women’s Prison who discover the healing power of music. The creative process unearths profound struggles with trauma and addiction, demonstrating that even within the complexities of prison life, music can serve as a universal force for healing and hope. Led by Barkindji singer-songwriter Nancy Bates, their journey culminates in a historic performance—the largest concert ever staged within an Australian prison—featuring the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra. Presented in partnership with Family Violence Legal Service Aboriginal Corporation SA. The screening will be followed by a Q&A session with some of the filmmakers and film participants.
Cinema Augusta
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SONGS INSIDE documentary screening + Q&A

Friday 1 August 2025
Songs Inside is an award-winning feature documentary by filmmaker Shalom Almond that chronicles the transformative journey of a group of women from the Adelaide Women’s Prison who discover the healing power of music. The creative process unearths profound struggles with trauma and addiction, demonstrating that even within the complexities of prison life, music can serve as a universal force for healing and hope. Led by Barkindji singer-songwriter Nancy Bates, their journey culminates in a historic performance—the largest concert ever staged within an Australian prison—featuring the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra. Presented in partnership with Family Violence Legal Service Aboriginal Corporation SA. The screening will be followed by a Q&A session with some of the filmmakers and film participants.
Whyalla Cinema (Middlebank Arts Centre)
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SONGS INSIDE documentary screening + Q&A

Friday 26 September 2025
Songs Inside is an award-winning feature documentary by filmmaker Shalom Almond that chronicles the transformative journey of a group of women from the Adelaide Women’s Prison who discover the healing power of music. The creative process unearths profound struggles with trauma and addiction, demonstrating that even within the complexities of prison life, music can serve as a universal force for healing and hope. Led by Barkindji singer-songwriter Nancy Bates, their journey culminates in a historic performance—the largest concert ever staged within an Australian prison—featuring the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra. Presented in partnership with Family Violence Legal Service Aboriginal Corporation SA. The screening will be followed by a Q&A session with some of the filmmakers and film participants.
Nautilus Arts Centre