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Theatre review: Exiles, fortyfivedownstairs

Bloomsday’s adaptation of James Joyce’s ‘Exiles’ is a fascinating exploration into fidelity, monogamy and disentangling their conflation within the institutional…

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Linda Woolverton brought Belle and Alice to life – and she’s not ready to stop yet

The writer talks about adapting Beauty and the Beast for the stage musical. As the only woman with a sole…

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Performance review: Break, Metro Arts, Brisbane

A story told from the inside out – Break is a dance work about a body reaching its limits.

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Theatre review: Puffs, Clubhouse Theatre, Townsville

A strong ensemble deliver an energetic performance of this Harry Potter parody.

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Opera review: Aida, Sydney Opera House

A dazzling reimagining of Verdi’s classic tragedy.

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The forgotten history of Tasmania’s convict nurseries

Unearthing the tragic fates of hundreds of babies in the early 1800s.

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Robert Lepage opera announced for Adelaide Festival 2024

Stravinsky’s ‘The Nightingale and Other Fables’ has been programmed by Artistic Director Ruth Mackenzie CBE next year, with more tentpole…

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Performance review: ARETHA, Sydney Opera House

A musical celebration of the life and legacy of the late, great Aretha Franklin.

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