Where is the closest parking?

Paid parking is available on Kintore Avenue, Upark on Gawler Place, the Myer Centre, and Wilson Parking (David Jones) on North Terrace.

Where is the nearest public transport?

Trams and bus routes are available along North Terrace outside the State Library

Is the venue accessible?

The venue is accessible to all with ramps and elevators available as well as an accessibility toilet.

Christmas at John Martin's Tickets, Thu, 7 May 2026 at 11:00 am

Overview

Author Paul Flavel and Kerry Williams honour and revisit the cherished memories of the Magic Cave and Christmas Pageant.

History Festival Event

Join author Paul Flavel in conversation with Kerry Williams, daughter of the late Sam Rose, legendary manager of the John Martin’s Christmas Pageant. They’ll discuss the Pageant, the Magic Cave, and pay tribute to Sam as they reflect on the enduring Christmas memories of John Martin’s in a year that would have marked its 160th anniversary.

A Q&A will follow after the main discussion.

Merchandise: copies of John Martin's (by Paul Flavel) will be available $75.00 (card only)

Location: Situated in the historic Institute Building on the corner of North Terrace and Kintore Avenue, the Hetzel Lecture Theatre at the State Library of South Australia.

Please be advised, the talk will be recorded for a podcast and photography may be taken during the event.

Author Paul Flavel and Kerry Williams honour and revisit the cherished memories of the Magic Cave and Christmas Pageant.

History Festival Event

Join author Paul Flavel in conversation with Kerry Williams, daughter of the late Sam Rose, legendary manager of the John Martin’s Christmas Pageant. They’ll discuss the Pageant, the Magic Cave, and pay tribute to Sam as they reflect on the enduring Christmas memories of John Martin’s in a year that would have marked its 160th anniversary.

A Q&A will follow after the main discussion.

Merchandise: copies of John Martin's (by Paul Flavel) will be available $75.00 (card only)

Location: Situated in the historic Institute Building on the corner of North Terrace and Kintore Avenue, the Hetzel Lecture Theatre at the State Library of South Australia.

Please be advised, the talk will be recorded for a podcast and photography may be taken during the event.

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Highlights

1 hour 15 minutes
ages 18+
In-person
Doors at 10:45 am

Location

State Library of South Australia

North Terrace

Adelaide, SA 5000

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Agenda

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Main Conversation with Paul Flavel and Kerry Williams

12:00 PM - 12:15 PM

Q&A

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Paul Flavel

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