Australia
Maitreyi Karanth – Maitriarchy review: boldness and bravura in action
Maitreyi Karanth has been doing stand up for less than a decade but has the stamina and delivery of a…
Anisa Nandaula – No Small Talk review: TikTok star continues her rise at MICF
A Ugandan by way of Queensland, Anisa Nandaula is one to watch.
What women are choosing instead of ‘lean in’ – and why it matters in the arts
Author and speaker Megan Dalla-Camina says women in the arts are reframing how they think about ambition and success.
Performing Lines Tas at 20: 'For the survival of the human race, arts and culture are medicine'
As Performing Lines Tas marks a milestone, what will it take to secure Lutruwita’s cultural future for artists, producers and…
The Paradise Pact by Anita Heiss review: a beach read with a backstory
Heiss' The Paradise Pact is a holiday read with history lessons woven into every page.
Melbourne’s ACMI to stage world-first Bluey exhibition in 2027
The major Bluey exhibition will offer a behind-the-scenes look at the iconic Australian franchise.
Lou Wall – Where Are All the Tall Grandmas? review: 'warm, mischief-tinged energy' at MICF
Lou Wall’s mission to find tall old ladies takes unexpected turns at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.
Stella Prize: 2026 shortlist announced
The Stella Prize has unveiled its 2026 shortlist, featuring six works by Australian women and non-binary writers.
Keep the Chains Tight review: artist Kiera Brew Kurec considers Ukrainian traditions
In her latest performance work, Ukrainian-Australian artist Kiera Brew Kurec explored the labour involved in holding onto tradition.
Department of the Vanishing review: Johanna Bell's lyrical novel is 'monumentally memorable'
Known for her children's picture books, Johanna Bell has stepped boldly into adult fiction with the remarkable Department of the…