Daniel Champagne LIVE at Ballarat Performing Arts Centre

Recently described as “the finest guitar player of his generation,” this young virtuoso has been captivating audiences and selling out shows worldwide. In 2026, he returns to Australia with his now-famed live show, reimagined for intimate venues — offering a powerful, up-close experience that is welcoming, family-friendly, and open to all who love live music! “Do whatever it takes to get in the front row!” – Roots Magazine, UK “A generational talent that must be seen to be believed.” – The Calgary Herald, CANADA BALLARAT PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE ✨ Friday 18 September ✨ 7:00pm doors / 7:30pm show ✨ Seated Concert ✨ FAMILY FRIENDLY with cheaper $20 tickets for under 18s Don’t miss your chance to experience live music at its finest! WHAT THE PRESS SAY “The word ‘prodigy’ seems to entirely fall short of this soft-spoken young man’s skills. He coaxes sounds and melodies out of his instrument that literally drop jaws.” – The Calgary Herald, Canada “Today I saw the future of folk — festival-goers flocking in the thousands towards the main stage to witness a young musical phenomenon from Australia dish out an absolute show-stopper.” – The Firefly Column, USA “Daniel Champagne is a crossroads, fusing the strong traditions of blues, folk, and other roots art with pop showmanship and admirable lyrical ability. I firmly believe that he will become an ambassador for roots music in a time where it desperately needs representation.” – The Indie Blender, Canada “Reinventing roots guitar.” – Rhythms Magazine, Australia “Watching Daniel Champagne perform is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. He is a true prodigy who plays like no one else could possibly play unless they spent at least two lifetimes studying the art.” – BW Review, New Zealand Ballarat Performing Arts Centre offers a beautifully intimate, heritage-rich setting that feels perfectly suited to a true listening-room concert experience — set within a restored Uniting Church, its warm timber interior, high ceilings, and close audience configuration create a strong sense of connection throughout the space, while the natural acoustics of the room bring depth, clarity, and resonance to every note. The space gently focuses attention toward the stage, fostering a quiet, attentive atmosphere where nuance, dynamics, and expression can fully unfold, making it an ideal setting for music that thrives on closeness, honesty, and genuine human connection. Presented by NIGHTINGALE CONCERTS 🎶 The Listening Room Experience