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

A young Asian woman with her hair in a pony tail. R F Kuang, author of Katabasis.
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Katabasis review: R F Kuang latest book is clever and absurd

It is rare to encounter a story that can be described as both ‘light imaginative escapism’ and ‘dense philosophical exploration’,…

Nanci Nott

Aug 25, 2025
Two panels. On the left is a woman in black with long blonde hair. On the right is the cover of a book, The Revisionists, with a profile of two women.
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The Revisionists review: Michelle Johnston's third novel is a masterpiece

Michelle Johnston's The Revisionists, is a powerful book about the complex responsibilities of journalism.

Nanci Nott

Jul 25, 2025
A group of people in Regency period costume in a parlour room. Plied and and Prejudice.
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Plied and Prejudice review: Austen thrills His Majesty’s Theatre, WA

An evening of Austen with plenty of laughs, Plied and Prejudice may be the most fun you’ll ever have at…

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Jul 24, 2025
Awoman in a blue dress is standing in front of a yellow door. A person in yellow is next to her. The backdrop is made of colourful shapes.
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Ballet Review: ALICE (in wonderland), Crown Theatre, WA

This co-production between West Australian Ballet and Hong Kong Ballet revitalises Lewis Carroll's classic book.

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Jul 7, 2025
Two men and two women stand beside small work tables.
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Theatre review: Never Have I Ever, Heath Ledger Theatre

A play about privilege, power and posing as progressive.

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Jun 19, 2025
A young Aboriginal man in a black suit standing next to a large silver steel door frame.
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Theatre review: Blue, State Theatre Centre of WA 

'Blue' will kick you right in the heart; make sure your mascara is waterproof.

Nanci Nott

May 28, 2025
A ballerina in red photographed mid-leap. There are various cast members behind her.
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Dance review: Don Quixote, His Majesty's Theatre, Perth

This world class production, masterfully staged by West Australian Ballet, is not to be missed.

Nanci Nott

May 19, 2025
Two panels. On the left is author Gretchen Shirm. She is in profile shot, looking over to her left. She has long brown hair and is wearing a black top. On the right is the cover of her book 'Out of the Woods.' It has intricate red and blue flowers on it
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Book review: Out of the Woods, Gretchen Shirm

Universal concepts are examined through personal minutiae in this stunning exploration of empathy, repression and the impacts of human brutality.

Nanci Nott

Apr 22, 2025
Priscilla Queen of the Desert. A couple of drag queens and a transwoman stand on stage in front of an orange backdrop and a prop bus. They are in extravagant costumes and are holding hands.
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Musical review: Priscilla Queen of the Desert – the musical, Mandurah Performing Arts Centre

This accomplished jukebox musical served as a reminder of how far society has (and hasn’t) evolved. 

Nanci Nott

May 15, 2024
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Dance Review: SILENCE, His Majesty’s Theatre, WA

SILENCE is a plea for treaty in dance form with drum-heavy soundscapes and a clever use of comedy.

Nanci Nott

May 6, 2024
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