Reviews
Theatre Review: Twelfth Night, Virginia Plain/New Theatre
'Even so quickly may one catch the plague?' Love is a virus in this independent production of Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night,…
Theatre Review: A Midsummer Night's Dream, Australian Shakespeare Company
This production of Midsummer is a playful and lighthearted jaunt in Melbourne’s Royal Botanic Gardens that offers an enjoyable night…
Music Review: Tempora Mutantur, Australian Haydn Ensemble
In times like these we are privileged to be presented with a magnificent triple bill full of splendid playing.
Theatre Review: Beanstalk, Spare Parts Puppet Theatre
Comedian, actor, writer and director Sam Longley beautifully brings to life the 'revised' version of Jack and the Beanstalk.
Theatre Review: James Galea’s Best Trick Ever
A family friendly vibe, Galea leads the way as our charming host of Best Trick Ever presented at the Sydney…
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Theatre Review: Iranian Bauhaus, La Mama
Elnaz Sheshgelani recreates an Iranian performance tradition that transports and delights.
Book Review: Painting the Ancient Land of Australia by Philip Hughes
At the heart of Hughes' work there is a calm, a still point, drawing the viewer into a quiet space…
Music Review: Lone Hemispheres: The Solo Sessions
A specifically digital release, Ensemble Offspring's Lone Hemispheres showcases challenging contemporary works.
Book Review: The Stranger Artist by Quentin Sprague
This book abounds with fascinating anecdotes about the lives of Kimberley artists.