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Australian Gothic Tales. Five men and women stand in front of a red curtain looking at the camera and smiling.
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Theatre review: Australian Gothic Tales, The Butterfly Club

A lacklustre presentation of Australian stories that sidesteps Gothic elements entirely.

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New initiative opens the door for indie theatre-makers

Queensland Theatre’s Door 3 program will hand over the keys to the Diane Cilento Studio to three successful applicants, be…

Publicity image for Future D. Fidel's 'La Belle Epoque' at Theatre Works. Photo: Morgan Roberts. A black man is seen emerging from the shadows with a large chain necklace and what appears to be a floating crown above his head.
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What’s in store in 2024 for the performing arts (part five)

From indie theatre to choral masterpieces, 2024 has much to offer in the performing arts.

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Art: need and impact

The former Artistic Director of Polyglot Theatre shares her recent keynote to an alumni event at the Betty Amsden Foundation.

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Blue Cow Theatre to take its final bow

Lacking secure government support, the Hobart-based Blue Cow has decided to bow out on its own terms.

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What’s in store for season 2024 in the performing arts (part four)

From state theatres and ballet companies to a brand new play by Patricia Cornelius, here are more potential highlights for…

The Long Pigs. Image is a darkly malevolent clown, sporting a black nose and brandishing a cleaver.
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Theatre review: The Long Pigs, Theatre Works

Darkly funny, this production pits black nose clowns against their cheery red nose counterparts.

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Theatre review: The Master and Margarita, Belvoir St Theatre

Adapted from Bulgakov's classic novel, this stage version is compelling whether or not you're familiar with the original book.

The Seagull. A young man with a bloodied bandage on his head sits with his legs drawn up to him and is embraced by an older woman in a black jumper.
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Theatre review: The Seagull, Roslyn Packer Theatre

A contemporary version of Chekhov's famous play shows 'The Seagull' has lost none of its relevance.

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Theatre review: Vampire Lesbians of Sodom, fortyfivedownstairs

A night of queer spectacle jam-packed with laughs and all things camp.

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