Reviews
Theatre review: A Christmas Carol, Subiaco Arts Centre
Yet another iteration of this classic novel, but one with a distinct bogan flavour.
Book review: Cat Lady Manifesto, Anna Go-Go
A jaunt through the history of that most maligned trope, 'the (crazy) cat lady', and a reclamation of its power.
Musical review: The 3 Little Pigs, National Theatre Melbourne
An adequate production, but one that could have been better.
Installation review: BIG Sculpture, St Kilda Trail
A perfect summer's day activity: public art finding in a beachside location.
Exhibition review: Merrin Eirth, Vietta Korren-Steele, Works on Paper Salon, Tacit Gallery
Tacit’s last show for 2024 is a whirlpool of talent.
Book review: Tomorrow There Will Be Sun: A Hope Prize Anthology, various authors
These excellent short stories reveal both the evil and the good in humanity.
Book review: The Moment of the Essay, Daniel Juckes
Some interesting analysis of Australian essayists, but greater breadth and depth would have been welcome.
Book review: Australia in 100 Words, Amanda Laugesen
The chief editor of the Australian National Dictionary explores the world of Australian English – and, in doing so, our…
Performance review: Adventures in Neverland, St Kilda Botanical Gardens
Tinkerbell and pirates in the Botanical Gardens? Expect a heavy dose of child-friendly silliness.
Music review: Handel's Messiah, MSO, Hamer Hall
A Christmas tradition performed with dynamism and passion by the MSO.