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ILBIJERRI's Artistic Director of almost 18 years, Dr Rachael Maza AM. The photo shows Maza, an older Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander woman with greying hair, sitting in a leafy courtyard. She is smiling, almost laughing, and leans forward with her hands clasped and her elbows on her knees.
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Rachael Maza on shaping the narrative, trusting her gut and preparing to say goodbye

After almost 18 years as ILBIJERRI’s Artistic Director, Dr Rachael Maza AM is stepping down at the end of the…

Aunty Donna in a promotional shoot for their upcoming DREM tour.
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Aunty Donna's absurd rise: lessons from Australia's biggest comedians

Aunty Donna just embarked on their latest international tour. What can emerging artists learn from their meteoric rise?

Melbourne's Butterfly Club has closed, sending shockwaves through the independent sector. The photo depicts a dead butterfly, partially crushed on a sandy beach.
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How the independent sector rallied after The Butterfly Club’s shock closure

Indie companies and venues discuss the implications of The Butterfly Club’s closure, and sound a warning for the future of…

Melbourne International Comedy Festival logo 2025. A bright and colourful stylised image of a jocular human-animal hybrid in yellow and blue against a bright red background.
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Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2025 – top picks

Wondering what MICF 2025 show to catch next? ArtsHub has you covered.

Crying with laughter at the Brisbane Comedy Festival.
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Laugh your cares away at Brisbane Comedy Festival 2025

Like a swarm of LOLcusts, the country’s best comedians – and local talents aplenty – are about to descend on…

Against a pink backdrop a middle-aged woman with short hair, a bright pink T shirt and a glittery jacket is looking at a pink glazed donut which has the end of a speculum coming through it. The woman has her mouth wide open in feigned horror.
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When comedians don't give up the day job...

Heeding the advice of a million parents, these comedians all have a career to fall back on – but is…

Melbourne International Comedy Festival logo 2025. A bright and colourful stylised image of a jocular human-animal hybrid in yellow and blue against a bright red background.
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Wellbeing tips for surviving a gruelling festival season Part 2: Melbourne International Comedy Festival

How do comedians, clowns, cabaret artists and festival directors juggle self-care with the rigours of MICF?

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How podcasts help comedians find their niche

These days, it can feel like every comedian alive has a podcast and the boom shows no signs of slowing…

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Wellbeing tips for surviving a gruelling festival season Part 1: Adelaide Fringe

How do artists and arts workers juggle self-care with the rigours of Adelaide Fringe, including heatwaves, late nights and gigging…

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The art of musical comedy

When you add music to your stand-up, you can take your shows to a whole other level...

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