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On a green and pink Edwardian stage set a young man in a brown suit and a young woman. in a pale green dress and large brimmed hat look off to the right. Lord Arthur Savile's Crime.
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Theatre review: Lord Arthur Savile's Crime, Genesian Theatre

A quaint farce satirising murder, nobility and marriage.

A large cast on stage in period costume.
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Musical review: Les Misérables, The Arena Spectacular, ICC Sydney Theatre

Big stars and even bigger production values distinguish this arena production of 'Les Misérables'. 

Rarmian Newton as Frodo Baggins and Laurence Boxhall as Gollum in 'Lord of The Rings - A Musical Tale'. Newton is dressed in a white shirt, red vest and brown knickerbockers. Boxhall is crouching and topless, wearing raggedy white pants. He is covered in white make-up with blood stains.
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Musical review: Lord of the Rings – A Musical Tale, State Theatre Sydney/Melbourne Comedy Theatre

It’s not seamless but most will enjoy this spirited take on Tolkien’s epic tale.

Seven men in formal dress in a dining room.
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Theatre review: Posh, Old Fitz Theatre

A club for young men, bonded by privilege, shame and vulnerability.

A couple in white embrace beside a bed with heavy drapes.
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Ballet review: Manon, Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House

A technically and emotionally challenging ballet that, despite its traditional staging, still asks relevant questions today.

View of gallery exhibition with large ceramic sculpture in glass case. Wynne Prize.
Q&A

2025 Archibald finalists announced: conversation with curator Beatrice Gralton

This is the curator's first time delivering the finalist exhibition for three of Australia's most prestigious and best loved prizes.

Timothy Jones outside the Seymour Centre.
Features

Timothy Jones: What I’ve learned after 16 years at the Seymour Centre

Tim Jones reflects on the highlights and challenges of his 16 years at Seymour, and shares his firmly held beliefs…

Dressed in Victorian era clothes, a woman in bed is surrounded by another women on her left and a man on her right. In the Next Room or The Vibrator Play
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Theatre review: In the Next Room (or The Vibrator Play), New Theatre, Newtown

This play about female orgasms spans humour and social commentary.

Dancers on stage mid-performance with purple down lights and abstract costumes.
News

Sydney Dance Company prepares for its 2025 international tour

Globetrotting into prestigious venues and an artistic residency.

A woman sitting on a bench made of clay. She is also covered in clay.
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Theatre review: SNAKEFACE, Belvoir St

A reclamation of self inspired by the Medusa myth.

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