A four-day festival celebrating golden goddesses of the silver screen is coming to Ettalong next month.
The Stara Festival will be held from February 8-11 at various Ettalong venues, with a jam-packed program celebrating screen goddesses such as Marilyn Monroe, Audrey Hepburn, Lucille Ball, Eartha Kitt and Mae West.
It is hoped to be the first of three annual festivals, with each one featuring five outstanding stars of the past.
The festival has been organised by the Australian Pinup Pageant, Viva La Vintage and Lana-Rose Fashion and is supported by Ettalong Diggers.
One of the main organisers, vintage pin-up photographer Carmen Perrin, said the festival was to celebrate screen goddesses who had “made an impact on our world”.
“Through creativity and passion, breaking down barriers, defying stereotypes, they opened the doors for others to pursue their dreams as well as fight for what they believe in,” Perrin said.
“The women we are celebrating inspired future generations.
“These women have inspired our lives today.
“Let’s come together to honour these women.”
Perrin said the festival had been funded with a Central Coast Council grant and the support of local businesses, notably Ettalong Diggers.
Highlights will include: a Silver Screen Art and Craft Exhibition, running throughout Ettalong; a Breakfast At Tiffany’s High Tea at Hatters Tea House on Friday, February 9, 12.30-3.30pm; a Some Like it Hot Cabaret at Diggers on Friday, February 9, 7.30-10pm; Hedy La Markets and Car Show in Diggers carpark on Saturday, February 10, 9am-4pm; and a Doris Day Picnic at Ettalong Beach on Sunday, February 11, 9-11am.
For more information and to book events, go to starsfestival.com.au