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Gold, glitz and history on show in the State of Victoria gold jewellery collection
Fifteen highlighted pieces of newly acquired goldfield jewellery are on display in a glittery pop-up exhibition at the Melbourne Museum.

Theatre review: Is That You, Ruthie?, Cremorne Theatre
A theatrical journey that resonates as a testament to the strength of truth-telling.

Exhibition review: Heavenly Bodies, James Makin Gallery
The ceramicist turns our attention to the vibrancy of ancient artefacts and repositions them in our contemporary context.

Film review: Napoleon
Ridley Scott’s interest in ‘great men’ and strong female characters is once again on display, but even at 158 minutes,…

Theatre review: I ME SHE HIM 你和我和她和他, Bluestone Church Arts Space
The first English adaptation of Stan Lai’s 1998 play retains its cultural nuances and asks how we can reconcile with…

Exhibition review: Ramses & the Gold of the Pharaohs, Australian Museum
A harmonious blend of ancient wonders and modern innovation that explores the life of the illustrious pharaoh, Ramses the Great.

What art ought to be through practice and engagement
Key topics raised at the recent Sydney Ideas talk on the importance of art in uncovering stories, connecting cultures, and…

Prophecy comes full circle in Heirs of America
Dr Robert Reid’s sequel to Stephen Sewell’s post 9/11 classic comes at a time when so much of what the…

Exhibition review: Djilba/Kambarang season, PICA
Three concurrent exhibitions from Wu Tsang, Sriwhana Spong and Sancintya Mohini Simpson at Perth Institute of Contemporary Art (PICA).

Largest loan of Egyptian artefacts from British Museum to land in Australia
NGV’s 2024 winter blockbuster ‘Pharaoh’ will showcase ancient Egypt’s creative ambition and those who helped realise it.