Melbourne
RIFIFI: Jean Jullien for Kids heads up NGV's Kids Summer Festival
For many, the NGV's Kids Summer Festival is their first experience of the gallery. The philosophy is all about getting…
Musical Theatre review: The Choir of Man, Arts Centre Melbourne
Singing and dancing in a pub setting brings frothy joy to all.
Exhibition review: John Meade: It’s Personal!, McClelland Gallery
Humble in scale, but deliciously rich, John Meade’s solo exhibition plays on form and entices intimate viewing.
Cabaret review: A Very Naughty Christmas, Alex Theatre
A Christmas-themed show that felt divorced from anything remotely boundary-pushing, gender-bending or creative.
Opera review: Galileo, Victorian Opera
A bold and epic new opera from Richard Mills that almost reaches its potential.
Book review: The Collected Regrets of Clover, Mikki Brammer
A debut about a death doula, who learns how to embrace the mystery of life, has unique promise, but the…
The battle for Temperance Hall
A significant space where artists have 'free rein', Temperance Hall is facing closure by mid-2024 due to ongoing funding woes.
ArtsHub writing workshop 1: Crafting insightful criticism
Performing Arts Editor, Richard Watts, and our Reviews Editor, Thuy On share their tips and examples on what makes a…
Ballet review: Storytime Ballet: Cinderella, Arts Centre Melbourne
A magical storytime ballet that’s a delight for children and adults alike.
Free music programming all summer long
A snapshot of upcoming free music and arts events, including symphonies under the stars and bold local acts.