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What are Gig Buddies Group Social Events?
Gig Buddies group social events are hosted by the GB team so that all signed-up participants and volunteers in the Gig Buddies project can catch up and do fun stuff in a group setting.

Monthly group social events are held all over Metro Sydney and Central Coast.
The main focus of the Gig Buddies project is to "buddy-up" participants and volunteers so they can catch up and go to their own events together.

Gig Buddies group social events are a "bonus" way for participants to meet people and socialise.
All group social events are run as "not-for-profit".
Participants only pay for a group social event if they need to cover the cost of admission tickets, venue hire and/or catering.

Group social events are included* as part of being in the Gig Buddies project.
* participants pay for their own food and drinks (unless a catered event)
School of Rock @ The Ritz Randwick - Sunday 11 October

*this activity is for active Gig Buddies participants, support staff and volunteers only (we are joining a public event as a group)
please contact Gig Buddies at info@gigbuddiessydney.org if you would like to find out more.
Address: 45 St Pauls St, Randwick NSW 2031
Tell me about the gig:
We are going to watch the classic musical School of Rock.
The Story
After being kicked out of a rock band, Dewey Finn becomes a substitute teacher of a strict elementary private school, only to try and turn it into a rock band.
You can find out more about the event HERE
Host: Rebecca (0411 252 228)
*There will be one Gig Buddies staff member and one group social support volunteer for up to 20 attendees (participants and volunteers combined). If you need extra support, please let us know if you plan on bringing a support worker/support person with you to this event.
When: Saturday the 12th September
What time do we meet? 4pm
What time does it end? 6:10pm
Cost: This is only an expression of interest and not your ticket.
Please purchase your ticket through the official Ritz movies website.
ADULT: $26.50
CONCESSION: $21.00
They accept the companion card.
You can purchase your ticket HERE
Meeting spot:
Outside The Ritz cinema. Call if you can't find us.
How do I get there?
7 minute walk from Randwick light rail station.
https://www.ritzcinemas.com.au/tickets?c=0000000004&s=79439
How will I get home? Please load up the same link - https://transportnsw.info - for suitable options on how to get home. Please note, transports to and from the venue is not supplied. Attendees are required to make their own way to and from the venue.
Food:
There are a lot of food places at Randwick if you would like to purchase food before or after the movie.
Otherwise you can bring snacks with you.
The Ritz has a candy bar if you wish to purchase snacks.
Dress code:
Comfortable clothing. A jacket , sometimes the movie theatre get's cold.
What else do I need to bring?
- Money for food , drinks and transport.
- Ticket ( if pre purchased)
- Companion Card if you are bringing a support worker / volunteer or family member with you.
- Opal card if catching public transport.
- Phone for pictures and finding staff.
- Water to stay hydrated.
- Sanitiser / tissues.
- Snacks for the movie if you want to bring with you.
Accessibility:
- Venue is accessible.
- There are areas in the venue to have a break if you need a place that is quiet for a moment.
- Please reach out to the Gig Buddies team member hosting or the group social support volunteer if you need any further support.
I have a question: If you’re unsure about something get in touch with us via email info@gigbuddiessydney.org, on Facebook Messenger or contact us via text or on either 0411 252 228 or call us at the office: 02 9419 6951
How do I join? Register by getting a ticket from this page (click 'add to bag' in the top right hand corner and enter your details)
Please note:
- Attendees must bring ID.
- Gig Buddies staff will be in attendance, but will not be on hand to provide individual support.
- Getting there: Transport to and from the venue is not supplied. Attendees are responsible for making their own way to and from the venue.
- Getting home: Gig Buddies staff may help attendees with catching public transport, taxis or Ubers home - up until 30 minutes after the scheduled end; Gig Buddies staff are unable to assist attendees who remain at the venue beyond this time.
- Attendees do not need to be paired with a gig buddy to join us. All signed up participants with a current service agreement or volunteers who have completed compliance are welcome to join us.
- COVID-19: If you’re feeling unwell we ask that you do not attend.
- Participants who require extra support must let the Gig Buddies team know if they will be bringing along a support worker or family member to an event. Thank you.
*** Gig Buddies socials are for signed up participants, supports and volunteers of the project. If you are not a "gig buddy", but would like to join, click here ***
if an event is sold out, please contact us and we will put you on a waiting list*
*please include
• name of event you would like to attend
• person(s) who would like to attend









