We organise several multi-day tour packages per year to special events or locations.
Recent trips include:
- Canberra Theatre Shows (1 day)
- Hunter Valley Christmas lights (3 nights)
- Royal Military Tattoo (3 nights)
- Man from Snowy River Festival Corryong – (2 nights)
Rixons organise as much as possible for the trip, so there is very little for you to do, but enjoy.
The trips tend to include everything from front door pick up, accommodation, meals, applicable tickets and more.
What a fantastic trip to the Hunter! Rixon’s planned every part to perfection, from the front door pick up to the morning tea to just everything. It was a very memorable few days.
Thank you so much for your kindness and all you have done for us that has made this trip so memorable.
The Whitlams
The Playhouse Canberra 24 May 2019 8pm
Last Drinks at the Morrison Hotel Tour
The Whitlams are thrilled to announce the Last Drinks at the Morrison Hotel Tour with very special guest Bob Evans.
It’s 20 years since Blow Up the Pokies was released on the multi-platinum album Love this City and even though all the band can really do is shrug their shoulders that nothing has changed on the pokies front they can mark the passage of time and recall partying like it was 1999 by playing most of the album each night on this tour.
Tim Freedman says, “I have identified 12 songs and two bonus tracks that I still want to play from Love this City, so that will make up the core of show this May and June. The other half of the rambunctious long set will wander widely through the other five albums, stopping off for six minutes at Bob Dylan’s ‘Tangled up in Blue’ which it’s time to play again”.
The band’s career achievements include seven albums, three multi-Platinum and three Gold and three ARIA Awards, including the Best Group presented by Gough Whitlam in 1998. In 2011 Eternal Nightcap was voted 27th on the ABC’s ‘My Favourite Album’ poll, and more recently earned the 17th spot in ‘Triple J¹s Hottest Australian Albums of All Time.
Friday 24 May 2019 8.00pm show
Twin Share $375.00 Single $445.00
$150 non-refundable deposit at time of booking
Bookings and full payment by 25 April 2019
Terms & Conditions apply
Call Sue2 on (02) 4474 4243 or email rixonsdoortodoor@yahoo.com.au
The Ten Tenors
Live at the Canberra Theatre 28 May 2019 7.30pm
Love is in the Air and we want to share the love with you all.
How many times have you heard: All You Need Is love, Money Can’t Buy Me Love, How Deep Is Your Love there has even been, The Look Of Love and, The Book Of Love?
Love is all around us and all we have to do is openly accept it and give it in return, it costs nothing, yet it can make us feel so very rich.
The Ten Tenors want to bring the love and sing some of our favourite love songs and wedding first dance songs. From pop songs with a twist, to classic love songs and the most famous love Arias the world has known.
We want you to be compelled to reach across and give the person you brought to the show, a squeeze of the hand or a pat on the leg, maybe even throw your arms around them and give them a good old hug.
Morning tea in beautiful Bungendore, the rest of the day let your coach captain show you our wonderful Capital city – Canberra. Lunch is at own cost.
Tuesday 28 May 2019 7.30pm show
Twin Share $425.00 Single $495.00
$150 non-refundable deposit at time of booking
Bookings and full payment by 15 April 2019
Terms & Conditions apply.
Call ‘Sue2’ on (02) 4474 4243 or email rixonsdoortodoor@yahoo.com.au
The Tap Pack
Q Theatre Queanbeyan Thursday 13 June 2019 – 7.30pm
Direct from sold out houses and rave reviews in London, Berlin and Beijing, Australia’s newest and hottest tap dance sensation, THE TAP PACK is coming to TOWN!
Picking up where The Rat Pack left off, THE TAP PACK conjures up a modern twist to the crooners and artists from the 50s through to the noughties! Featuring songs from Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr to Sheeran, Buble and Beyonce. THE TAP PACK mix slick humour, high energy entertainment and world class tap dance.
A show of pure entertainment inspired by the legendary kings of swing, The Rat Pack, freshly created for the audience today. Cool classics with a fresh new twist. All your favourites including ‘The Lady is a Tramp’, ‘Come Fly with Me’, ‘One for my Baby’, ‘Me and my Shadow’ and much more.
They sing. They dance. They joke. They bring a new, invigorating energy to a timeless style!
Created by Jesse Rasmussen, Jordan Pollard and Thomas J Egan. Co-created and directed by Nigel Turner Carroll. Produced by Kym Halpin.
Photos from Sydney and other shows.
Thursday 12 June 2019 7.30pm show
Twin Share $370.00 Single $435.00
$150 non-refundable deposit at time of booking
Bookings and full payment by 15 May 2019
Call ‘Sue2’ on (02) 4474 4243 or email rixonsdoortodoor@yahoo.com.au
Kinky Boots
Q Theatre Queanbeyan 13 July 2019 2pm
Based on the movie – and a real life story!
Winner of six Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Kinky Boots features a joyous, Tony-winning score by Cyndi Lauperand a hilarious, uplifting book by four-time Tony winner, Harvey Fierstein.
Charlie Price has reluctantly inherited his father’s shoe factory, which is on the verge of bankruptcy. Trying to live up to his father’s legacy and save his family business, Charlie finds inspiration in the form of Lola. A fabulous entertainer in need of some sturdy stilettos, Lola turns out to be the one person who can help Charlie become the man that he is meant to be.
As they work to turn the factory around, this unlikely pair finds that they have more in common than they ever dreamed possible… and discovers that, when you change your mind about someone, you can change your whole world.
Kinky Boots is full of opportunities for a theatre to flex its artistic muscles with elaborate costumes, exhilarating choreography, and a truly moving and powerful story.
A surefire crowd pleaser, Kinky Boots will have your audiences dancing in the aisle and discovering why, sometimes, the best way to fit in… is to stand out!
Audience advice: Adult themes, occasional coarse language. Suitable for 15 years plus.
Running time: 2 Hours and 30 Min inclusive of 20 min interval.
Photos from the Sydney Show. Photo credit Matthew Murphy
Saturday 13 July 2019 2.00pm show
Batemans Bay – Moruya $170
Ulladulla/Bodalla/Tuross $190
Milton/Mollymook $210
Narooma $255
Terms & Conditions apply.
Call ‘Sue2’ on Ph: (02) 4474 4243 or email rixonsdoortodoor@yahoo.com.au
Hello Dolly!
Q Theatre Queanbeyan 8 June 2019 2pm
Presented by Queanbeyan Players
Winner of 4 Tony Awards® including Best Revival of a Musical and Best Actress in a Musical (Bette Midler) for the recent Broadway show at the Schubert Theatre, Hello, Dolly! has been enthralling audiences for over 50 years.
Hello, Dolly! offers classic musical theatre without a hint of apology. It bursts with humour, romance and is boisterous and charming from start to finish.
In 1890s New York City, the bold and enchanting widow, Dolly Levi (who has been played by a bevy of stars from Carol Channing to Barbra Streisand to Bette Midler) is a socialite-turned-matchmaker and as Dolly says “some people sew…I meddle!”. Her latest client seeking assistance is the cantankerous Yonkers “half-a-millionaire” Horace Vandergelder. Dolly’s scheming soon chaotically involves Horace’s employees, Cornelius and Barnaby, as well as a New York hat maker, Irene Molloy and her assistant Minnie Fay, as Dolly tries to cover up her own secret romantic designs.
Queanbeyan Players has assembled a stellar cast, drawn entirely from local talent, headed by Janelle McMenamin (Grizabella in CATS and Diana in Next to Normal) as the irrepressible Dolly and Tony Falla (Javert in Les Misérables and Monsieur Andre in Phantom of the Opera) as the ever-grumpy Horace.
Jerry Herman’s exuberant score is a show-tune bonanza with some of the greatest songs in musical theatre history. It includes the smash hits Hello, Dolly!, Put On Your Sunday Clothes, Before the Parade Passes By and It Only Takes A Moment.
An eternal blockbuster Broadway hit which is currently experiencing a Broadway revival to rave reviews, Hello, Dolly! is energetic and filled with charisma and heart!
From the Broadway Show.
Saturday 8 June 2019 2.00pm show
Batemans Bay – Moruya $140
Ulladulla/Bodalla/Tuross $160
Milton/Mollymook $180
Narooma $225
Terms & Conditions apply.
Call Ph: (02) 4474 4243 or email ‘Sue2’ rixonsdoortodoor@yahoo.com.au
Barbara and the Camp Dogs
Playhouse Theatre Canberra 1 June 2019 2pm
Time Out says 4/5 Stars.
“Barbara and the Camp Dogs is a road trip buddy comedy that pulls itself apart to reveal our intergenerational, national distress – how the horrors of invasion, genocide and brutality by those in power caused fault lines that even today damage the livelihoods of First Nations Australians.” Time Out
Part road-story, part family drama, part political cry-from-the-heart, Barbara and the Camp Dogs is a high-octane rock gig featuring the powerhouse duo of Ursula Yovich and Elaine Crombie, and a very sharp band keeping the night alive.
Meet Barbara and her band the Camp Dogs. Barbara’s been trying to make it in Sydney, but this is a tough town for musicians. In all the relentless demands of city life, where’s the sense of belonging she craves?
When her mother’s health deteriorates, Barbara and her cousin René hit the road, embarking on a pilgrimage back home to country.
Barbara and the Camp Dogs was Belvoir’s 2017 sleeper hit that – due to an overwhelming demand – will make a return in 2019 with a national tour.
So take a seat and prepare to be blown away by Barbara and the Camp Dogs.
“…A rare piece, one that slaps you in the face then brings then brings you to your feet. Powerful”
Saturday 1 June 2019 2.00pm show
Batemans Bay – Moruya $160
Ulladulla/Bodalla/Tuross $180
Milton/Mollymook $200
Narooma $245
Terms & Conditions apply
Ph: (02) 4474 4243 rixonsdoortodoor@yahoo.com.au
The Dinner Party
Presented by Expressions Dance Company and Queensland Performing Arts Centre.
An elegant dinner party hosted by an influential young man for his manipulative guests is thrown into turmoil when power meets greed, ambition and jealousy. As the evening wears on The Dinner Party exposes society’s insatiable desire for control and status and the power play between the guests intensifies as the accusations start to fly.
Who really holds the power at this sophisticated table? And who will be in control by the time coffee is served?
Premiering to extraordinary reviews in Brisbane, The Dinner Party (former title The Host), is gripping contemporary dance theatre from Queensland’s award- winning Expressions Dance Company. You will be struck by the sublime costumes by acclaimed Australian fashion designer Gail Sorronda, original music recordings from Queensland’s highly acclaimed Southern Cross Soloists and inspiring movement by internationally renowned choreographer Natalie Weir, in this thrilling ride that exposes the not-so-beautiful in beautiful people.
Saturday 22 June 2019 2.00pm show
Batemans Bay – Moruya $150
Ulladulla/Bodalla/Tuross $170
Milton/Mollymook $190
Narooma $235
Terms & Conditions apply.
Ph: (02) 4474 4243 rixonsdoortodoor@yahoo.com.au
March Tour Newsletter
Hi everyone and welcome to another adventure filled year with Rixon’s Tours.
We finished the year 2018 off well with our annual pilgrimage to the Hunter Valley Christmas Lights being as spectacular as always – yes, we have booked our rooms again for 2019 so start considering this tour now to avoid disappointment.
Jersey Boys show was as good as anticipated and the trip helped initiate our new employee Katrina (Kat) into the joys of being a hostess. It was good that she only had a small group to practice on and to my understanding was a resounding success. We might just allow her to play hostess on a few other tours later in the year.
Marina Prior was LIVE at Mona Farm in Braidwood with the Canberra Windsong Symphony. What a fantastic night. A tad on the cool side but watching Marina in her element was well worth it.
Norfolk Island Tour Christmas in July theme 27 June – 6 July 2019. Those that have been lucky enough to book their place can expect a fun time as always on Norfolk Island. We have a standby list available for late bookings.
Lightning Ridge – according to our guests this tour was fantastic. Enough free time was allowed for everyone to get their ‘nanna’ nap or shopping splurge in and all the venues were interesting. Barbara the Tour Guide brought Lightning Ridge alive with her commentaries and everyone was very impressed by the meals at the Bowling Club. The morning tea at the Honey Haven Mudgee was delectable. Red Hill Mining Precinct was very interesting with most of the guests panning for gold and precious stones which they were able to keep as a memento.
Melbourne International Flower show – Unfortunately this tour is not going ahead this year. We will see how things go for organising this next year.
Brigadoon at Bundanoon – The Scottish know how to throw a party and this event is no different. This tour is now closed and we look forward to hearing about all the fun of the games, the pipes & the drums. We have a standby list available for late bookings, so contact us if you want to go. You never know.
Bright/Wangaratta Autumn Festival – The Autumn colours will be spectacular, the people friendly and the food and wine refreshing. Venture with us into Ned Kelly country and learn more about this bad boy of Australian history. It could be a tad chilly so bring your winter woollies. We have a standby list available for late bookings.
Murray River Cruise on the Murray Princess paddle steamer. Enjoy our colourful land from the windows of our luxury coach and the deck of the paddle steamer. Stopping along the way to experience what this country has to offer. This tour is filling nicely with only a few seats still available, book now to avoid disappointment. Lounge on the deck of the paddle steamer and watch the world go by.
The Winery Tours have been spread over 3 different months next year to give you a chance to attend at least one. The winery tour in May would be an ideal Mothers Day present. I have varied the days to try to accommodate those still in the work force or for adult family groups looking for that bonding time. Let us worry about the breathalyzers, you sit back & relax.
Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo – for all you Scots and wannabe Scots out there, this is a must to add to your ‘booked on’ calendar this year. Being held in October in Sydney we have an overnight stay prior to watching this energetic extravaganza. This tour is fully booked, however, there is a waiting list for those that missed out. Just call and let us know if you are interested.
The Q Theatre Queanbeyan have outdone themselves this year with an extraordinary variety of drama and musical shows to choose from. From The Sapphires to The Full Monty to Hello Dolly to Cheek to Cheek to The Divine Miss Bette – you are spoilt for choice. Book now to secure your seat.
Canberra Theatre & The Playhouse Theatre – Shows appearing at these venues include the ageless Leo Sayer, a touch of old in the Nashville Grand ‘Ole Opry, the Whitlams, The Ten Tenors, Drama – Shakespeare in Love, Much A Do about Nothing and The 39 Steps. Tickets are selling well so book now to avoid disappointment.
WIN Stadium Wollongong – We have ventured into unknown territory here and so far it is proving to be a success. With the likes of Bryan Adams, Charley Pride & Human Nature on offer and tickets sales going well we are sure to be looking for more shows at this venue in the near future.
DON’T FORGET TO BOOK YOUR ROOM/SEAT
2019 tours –
2019 Shows–
Thre is lot of choice of quality shows and music at Braidwood, the Q Theatre, The Playhouse Theatre and Canberra Theatre.
For full details on these and all future adventures ring or email Suzanne (Sue 2) on the phone number or email address below.
Ph: 02 4474 4243 or email: rixonsdoortodoor@yahoo.com.au
Don’t forget to ring Rixon Bus to book your seat for your next fun filled adventure.
For your financial assistance – Layby is available on all our tours
Rixon’s 2019 Tour List
Rixon’s Tours are pleased to advise you of our upcoming tours/shows/events and encourage you to contact the office and chat to Suzanne (aka: ‘Sue 2’), Sue (‘Sue 1’) or Judy about how you can book on.
The Sapphires – The Q Theatre Queanbeyan Saturday 16th February – Wearing uniforms of sequins, armed only with microphones, they find themselves trying to spread joy in the hell that is the Vietnam War.
Keith Potger (from The Seekers) Live – The Q Theatre Queanbeyan Tuesday 19 February – Keith’s solo acoustic performances appeal to audiences for whom his music is a breath of fresh air.
Leo Sayer – Canberra Theatre Friday 22nd February 8.00pm
Leaving Jackson – The Q Theatre Wednesday 27 February – The Johnny Cash & June Carter Show.
Like a Rhinestone Cowboy – The Q Theatre Queanbeyan Saturday March 2 – The Best of Glen Campbell
Lightning Ridge Tour –Sunday 3rd to Saturday 9th March. Explore this great land of ours in the comfort on our luxury coach.
Nashville Grand ‘Ole Opry – Canberra Theatre Canberra Thursday 14 March – For the first time in Australia, Nashville Live, the hit musical production celebrating country music and the stories behind the genre’s biggest hits out of Nashville Tennessee, brings its energy, glamour and magic to stages around the country.
Bryan Adams Tour– Win Stadium Wollongong, Friday 22nd March
Brigadoon at Bundanoon – Bundanoon Township – Friday 5th to Saturday 6th April.
Charley Pride Show – Win Stadium Wollongong, Thursday 11th April.
Arlo Guthrie – Canberra Theatre Canberra Monday 22 April – Experiencing Guthrie live is a treat. His keen sense of humour & clever story telling intermingles with a mixture of original songs and well-chosen covers in folk, rock, country, blues and gospel styles.
Human Nature Tour – Win Stadium Wollongong Tuesday 7th May.
Wangaratta & Bright Autumn Festival Tour – Wangaratta & Bright area Vic – Friday 3rd to Tuesday 7th May.
Winery Tour – Murrumbateman wine area Saturday 11 May.
The Whitlams – Canberra Theatre Friday 24 May 8.00pm.
The Ten Tenors – Canberra Theatre Tuesday 28May 7.30pm.
Barbara& The Camp dogs – The Playhouse Canberra Saturday 1 June – Part road-story, part family drama, part political cry-from-the-heart. A high octane rock gig.
Hello Dolly – The Q Theatre Queanbeyan Saturday 8 June.
The Tap Pack – The Q Theatre Queanbeyan Thursday 13 June – Ta pdancing at its best.
The Dinner Party – The Q Theatre Queanbeyan Saturday 22nd June. An elegant dinner party hosted by an influential young man for his manipulative guests is thrown into turmoil when power meets greed, ambition andjealousy.
Norfolk Island Xmas in July Tour – Norfolk Island Thursday 27th June to Saturday 6th July.
Winery Tour – Murrumbateman wine area Thursday 18th July.
Kinky Boots – The Q Theatre Queanbeyan, July.
Nicole Car & Etienne Dupuis in Recital – Canberra Theatre Canberra – Friday 9 August – featuring romantic French & Spanish songs as well as popular opera arias and duets, this is a chance to experience why Nicole is adored both here in Australia and across the globe.
Murray River Cruise Tour – Saturday 10th to Sunday 18th August – 4 days on the Murray Princess Paddle Steamer.
The 70’s Unplugged – The Q Theatre Queanbeyan Wednesday 14th August – A collection of the greatest hits from the coolest decade of our lives.
Shakespeare in Love – Canberra Theatre Canberra Saturday 21st August – A delightfully clever romantic comedy that brings the Oscar-winning film to stage.
Winery Tour – Murrumbateman wine area Saturday 31st August.
Gunning fireworks – Gunning area Friday 6 – Sunday 8 September
My ‘Brilliant’ Divorce – The Q Theatre Queanbeyan Saturday 7 September – A moving story about Angela, a woman who istrying to take charge after divorcing her lying, cheating husband.
The Diamonds – The Q Theatre Queanbeyan Saturday 14th September – Acelebration of the greatest divas of all time.
Oliver – The Q Theatre Queanbeyan Saturday 28th September – Freely based on Charles Dicken’s Oliver Twist.
Cheek to Cheek – The Q Theatre Queanbeyan Tuesday 15th October – A Tribute to Fred Astaire & Ginger Rogers.
Much A Do About Nothing – The Playhouse Theatre Friday 18th October – A saucy & razor-sharp battle of wits between the bickering Beatrice & Benedick, who wield words as weapons, their banter betraying their love & loathing of each other.
Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo – ANZStadium Sydney Friday 18th to Saturday 19th October.
The 39 Steps – The Playhouse Canberra – Saturday 2nd November. Pulled into a web of intrigue & deceit, accidental hero Richard Hannay must evade shadowy organisations and femme fatales, corrupt constables & frisky farmers’ wives.
Hunter Valley Xmas Lights & Gardens –Hunter Valley Sunday 24th to Wednesday 27th November
The Divine Miss Bette – The Q Theatre Queanbeyan Saturday 21st December. Show & dinner. Lots of Miss Midler’s well known songs and well-presented patter.
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Ring the office on 02 4474 4243 or email rixonsdoortodoor@yahoo.com.au
Rixon’s Door to Door Service – from Milton to Dalmeny/Narooma and all towns in-between. Pick up from your door if you are travelling to Canberra Airport, Jolimont (Canberra City), Queanbeyan, WodenInterchange, & all hospitals or drop at an address. Up in the morning & returning in the evening – 1 service each day. 7 days a week except Christmas day.
NB: The Tour Operators reserve the right to make necessary changes to the itinerary to facilitate a safe and comfortable tour. To the best of our knowledge the information provided was correct at the time of printing. E&OE
Bryan Adams: Shine a Light Tour
Friday 22 March 2019 at 8:00pm at WIN Entertainment Centre, Wollongong
Bryan Adams is returning to Australia next March! He will be hitting the WINEntertainment Stage on Friday 22 March 2019, supported by Mahalia Barnes.
As an icon in the industry, Adams is well known for his signature brand of feel-goodrock’n’roll hits, having achieved a string of number ones in over fortycountries and having sold over sixty-five million records worldwide. With hit singles including; ‘Summerof ’69’, ‘(Everything I Do) I Do It For You’ and ‘Heaven’.
Overthe course of the last forty years, Adams has collected an impressive number of achievements including a Grammy, three Academy Awards and five Golden Globe nominations. He was also awarded the Order of Canada and the Order of British Columbia for his contributions to popular music and philanthropic work through his foundation, The Bryan Adams Foundation.
Asone of the most loved performers of the last forty years, tickets for Bryan Adams’ upcoming Australian tour are sure to be snatched up quickly.
Accommodation at the Lakeview Hotel Motel in Oak Flats includes European continental breakfast and a 2 course dinner.
Browse through Stockland Shell harbour Shopping Centre & discover Historic Berry on the way home.
Friday 22nd March 2019 7.30pm show
Pick up from your door, delivered back to your door.
Gold seating, 2 x Morning tea, 1 breakfast,1 dinner and overnight accommodation included.
Twin Share $365 Single $445
$150 deposit at time of booking
Bookings and full payment by 15 February 2019
Terms &Conditions apply, see T&C page.
For bookings, call (02) 4474 4243. Seats are limited.