Melbourne
2025 launch of Melbourne Conversations, the city’s longest-running free public talks series
This year's season kicks off with a discussion about the role of public space in Melbourne and its ever-evolving urban…
Public art commissions by leading Australian artists transform Docklands
A commissioned art collection has been introduced as part of an initiative to broaden culture and community in the district.
Theatre review: Anatomy of a Suicide, Meat Market Stables
Alice Birch's prize-winning play is presented in Melbourne for the first time.
Theatre review: Macbeth, Royal Botanic Gardens
An expedited but faithful adaptation in the Botanic Gardens.
Panti Bliss on fighting fascism, changing culture and the art of drag
Rory O’Neill, aka Irish drag star Panti Bliss, discusses career longevity and how standing up to the far right inspired…
Circus review: Small Acts of Resistance, Women’s Circus Gasworks Arts Park
Strong, simple, effective social circus, celebrating strength on every level.
Daring to dive into the honeycomb
Abraham Lincoln once said, 'If you want to gather honey, don’t kick over the beehive.' In its brand redevelopment project,…
Exhibition review: Summer Exhibition 2025, Victorian Arts Society
A showcase of mixed media.
'Flashover' multimedia artwork provides unique insights into bushfires
A University of Melbourne project harnesses new effects technology to explore one of the Australian environment's most alarming ever growing…
YIRRAMBOI expands globally, welcoming Northern Turtle Island, Canada as its 2025 Focus Nation
The Naarm/Melbourne-based First Nations festival is taking a step towards global cultural unity and collaboration.