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On the move: latest arts sector appointments

This week’s arts sector appointments include a new CEO for Darwin’s AANT Centre.

Kiera Brew Kurec's Keep the Chains Tight. Photo: Jacquie Manning.
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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.

Magic Mic Night at Sydney's iD Comedy Club. Photo: Supplied.
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Magic Mic Comedy review: an unmissable regular night at Sydney’s iD Comedy Club

Sydney's Magic Mic Comedy night is a showcase of emerging talent.

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Bloodsuckers review: a lush exhibition about science and fiction

The Australian Museum's latest exhibit explores the science and mythology of bloodsuckers.

A Transgender Woman on the Internet, Crying. Photo: Brett Boardman.
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A Transgender Woman on the Internet, Crying review: dark, bold and playfully queer

Cassie Hamilton isn't afraid to take risks in A Transgender Woman on the Internet, Crying.

Ariana and the Rose at this year's MICF. Photo: Sidewalk Killa.
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Can Australian comedy festivals be a safe haven for American comics?

Two polar-opposite New York showgirls bring personal, politically charged shows to Australia for the Melbourne and Sydney comedy festivals.

The Phantom of the Opera, presented by Opera Australia's Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour. Photo: Supplied.
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The Phantom of the Opera review: Sydney Harbour production is 'dialled up to eleven'

This Opera Australia update of The Phantom of the Opera is a truly spectacular night out on Sydney Harbour.

Stage Kiss at Sydney's New Theatre. Photo: Supplied.
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Stage Kiss review: a 'wonderfully funny' and very meta farce at Sydney's New Theatre

With layered writing and strong performances, Stage Kiss is whip smart.

Ilya Gringolts performs in the ACO's The Devil's Violin. Photo: Charlie Kinross.
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The Devil’s Violin review: ACO brings style and flair to a lively program

In The Devil's Violin, the ACO musicians showcase their strengths on stunning Golden Age instruments.

Fernando Poyón, Bringing joy to the earth, 2025. Pencils, concaste, bamboo. Installation view, Rememory: Biennale of Sydney, Penrith Regional Gallery. Commissioned by the Biennale of Sydney and Fondation Cartier pour l’art contemporain. Photo: Maja Baska. Courtesy: the artist.
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Biennale of Sydney review: Western Sydney shines in this international showcase

In our second review, ArtsHub looks at the Biennale of Sydney's Western Sydney venues.

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