Nanci Nott

Nanci Nott is a nerdy creative with particular passions for philosophy and the arts. She has completed a BA in Philosophy, and postgraduate studies in digital and social media. Nanci is currently undertaking an MA in Creative Writing, and is working on a variety of projects ranging from novels to video games. Nanci loves reviewing books, exhibitions, and performances for ArtsHub, and is creative director at Defy Reality Entertainment.

Nanci Nott's Latest Articles

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Dance review: Architect of the Invisible, State Theatre Centre of Western Australia

Contemporary dance merges with classical literature in this symbolic reimagining of Dante Alighieri’s 'The Divine Comedy'.

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Musical review: The Little Mermaid, Mandurah Performing Arts Centre, WA

Better than Broadway, this production was perfectly cast, exquisitely choreographed and aesthetically executed.

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Music review: Don’t Get Around Much Anymore: David Theak Meets WAYJO, Mandurah Performing Arts Centre

Music that transported appreciative audiences to bygone eras with rousing melodies. 

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Book review: Why We Are Here, Briohny Doyle

A hilarious and devastating window into the transformative impacts of love and grief.

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Book review: But the Girl, Jessica Zhan Mei Yu

This delightful debut is a literary coming-of-age story.

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Ballet review: echoes of VAN GOGH, His Majesty's Theatre WA

Achingly beautiful in every aspect – the must-see production of 2023.

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Theatre review: Twelfth Night, Mandurah Performing Arts Centre, WA

This highly entertaining iteration of the romantic comedy features new music by Sarah Blasko.

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Book review: Prudish Nation, Paul Dalgarno

Over 30 authors offer their perspectives on "unconventional" relationships.

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Performance review: Catastrophes, PICA, WA

This performance piece is hard to describe, but easy to love.

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Theatre review: Ladies Who Wait, Subiaco Arts Centre, WA

A fun historical romp, not to be taken seriously, but to be seriously enjoyed.

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