Reviews

Exhibition review: Peripheral Vision, Anna Schwartz Gallery
A selection of video works from a variety of contemporary perspectives

Theatre review: The Détectives In Cirque Noir, Adelaide Fringe
Physical comedy amid the familiar tropes of noir crime.

Theatre review: Chef, Kings Cross Theatre
A powerful monologue about food, consumption and life in restaurant kitchens.

Comedy review: The Distraction, Umbilical Brothers
The Brothers are back and this time there's a mighty big screen highlighting their antics.

Theatre review: Panawathi Girl, Perth Festival
A coming-of-age musical exploring the history of Australia’s race relations.

Installation review: Songs to Experience, Perth Festival
A site-specific marriage of sound and image based around musician Ta-ku’s forthcoming album.

Theatre review: Betty, Theatre Works
An in-depth and intimate mother/daughter tale that deftly balances grief and love.

Book review: Sheilas, Eliza Reilly
A chronological journey through the lives and crimes of world-changing women.

Exhibition review: Presence of mind, Gallery Lane Cove
A showcase from a Buddhist community of artists.

Theatre review: Utopia, Summer Nights Festival
An experimental exploration of the plight of Afghan refugees.