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Theatre review: The Hen House, Riverside Theatre
A celebration of migrant working women characterised by charming performances and a hypnotic soundscape.
Programming with lived experience
From tackling the question "Where are you from?" to multilingual performances, these initiatives champion for visibility and understanding.
Postcard from Hong Kong
Your cultural guide to Hong Kong with art hubs that offer respite from the busy city filled with creativity from…
Musical review: Miss Saigon, Sydney Opera House
Haunted by a disturbing presentation of Vietnam, the production is nonetheless electrifying and moving.
Book review: Serengotti, Eugen Bacon
'Serengotti' is a testament to Eugen Bacon's storytelling prowess and serves as a reminder of the enduring power of connection.
Getting the balance right in a festival of Asian Australian cultures
OzAsia Festival returns in 2023 to centre Australian Asian diasporic experiences and connect with forefront contemporary projects abroad.
Why are we giving shows like Miss Saigon a rerun in 2023?
As the 1989 musical 'Miss Saigon' returns to stages, one can't overlook the overt racism underscoring the "classic" yet outdated…
‘Mum has been my rock’ says Rubaba Haider, winner of the $10,000 Australian Muslim Artists prize
The prize hosted by the Islamic Museum of Australia spotlights the diversity and significance of contemporary Muslim artists.
Book review: The Days Toppled Over, Vidya Madabushi
An engaging and thought-provoking novel with a strong sense of place, memorable characters and poignant examination of connection.
Iconoclastic and empowered: the new wave of Middle Eastern Australian women writers
MENA women writers are gaining momentum in major literary prizes and across the nation’s bookstores, but is this movement iconoclastic?