Victoria
Dance review: Tantrum for 6, Northcote Town Hall
Six new beings navigate their world in a contemporary dance exploration of primal infancy and growth.
Opera review: Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg, Royal Exhibition Building
Melbourne Opera stays well within its comfort zone for Wagner’s epic comedy.
Theatre review: POTUS, fortyfivedownstairs
A satirical farce with a conceit and style very similar to 'Veep' that can’t quite compare.
Concert review: AURORA 2025, Margaret Court Arena
The Norwegian songstress is a national treasure with soul-touching vocals and charming authenticity.
Performance review: Homophonic!, Theatre Works, midsumma festival
A celebration of some of Australia’s best queer, classical musicians and compositions.
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…