The Lock-Up’s innovatively curated program promotes current, experimental and diverse practices from local, national and international creatives.
I LOVE YOU MELISSA //
1 JUN - 21 JUL 2019
Using the words found graffitied on a cell wall at The Lock-Up as muse, I LOVE YOU MELISSA explores the complexities of love though the work of eight contemporary artists.
KNOWN | UNKNOWN //
6 APR - 27 MAY 2019
Featuring artists who work with their own bodies to explore notions of personal, cultural and social identity.
INTERNAL PRESSURE // BRADDON SNAPE
1 FEB - 17 MAR 2019
A major site specific solo exhibition by established Newcastle based artist Braddon Snape and the culmination of Snape’s PhD research over the past four years.
IN CONVERSATION // BRADDON SNAPE WITH DR FAYE NEILSON
5.30 - 7PM - WEDNESDAY 20 FEBRUARY 2019
Join Dr Faye Neilson as she chats with artist Braddon Snape about his solo exhibition INTERNAL PRESSURE.
Visiting residents engage with the community, schools and tertiary institutions through lectures, in-conversation events, workshops, open studios and exhibition/performances.
Read MoreIn September 2014 The Lock-Up re-launched as a dedicated contemporary art space as a place for exchange, ideas, exploration, information and cultural endeavour.
Read MoreThe Lock-Up offers a dramatic setting for your next event in the heart of Newcastle’s heritage precinct.
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Easter 2017 - closed Easter Friday, open 11am - 4pm Easter Saturday, closed Easter Sunday and Monday. Drop in and say hello!
Located in one of Newcastle’s most significant heritage buildings, The Lock-Up is a multidisciplinary contemporary arts space and inner city hub for creative thinking and doing.
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