Australia

Theatre review: Breaking the Castle, Frankston Arts Centre and more
This extraordinary piece of writing is brought vividly to life in a one-man show by and starring Peter Cook.

Which artworks give you hope in despairing times?
ArtsHub asked a range of Australian artists to name a work that brings them hope and solace in difficult times…

The book that changed your life
A selection of books that inspired and influenced, and left an indelible impression.

Khaled Sabsabi and Michael Dagostino reinstated as 2026 Venice Biennale creatives
Following months of backlash, resignations and an external review, Creative Australia has finally made the decision to recommission Khaled Sabsabi…

Theatre review: 1984, Comedy Theatre
An excellent production of George Orwell’s powerful warning of what happens when we lose our souls to the State.

Exhibition review: Five Acts of Love, Australian Centre for Contemporary Art
A group exhibition featuring local and international artists with artworks that shine like beacons.

Castlemaine Art Museum
Experimental Print Prize 2025
Call for entries: EPP 2025 Celebrating innovation in Victorian printmaking.

Yarra Ranges Council
Flora, Fauna, and Folklore by Martha Iserman
Through detailed watercolor and oil paintings, Martha Iserman bridges scientific illustration and myth, exploring how humans have long imbued the…

Yarra Ranges Council
The Nutcracker presented by Victorian State Ballet
This delightful and powerful ballet will enchant children and grown-ups alike. It’s a rich display of mesmerising classical ballet performed…

Exhibition review: Auto-Photo: A Life in Portraits, RMIT Gallery
New exhibition honours a local champion of the photo booth.