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It's a Hamlet adaptation like never before, taking place in the ultra-violent video game Grand Theft Auto V.
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Hamlet receives violent new life in Grand Theft Auto

A new documentary film charts the chaotic process of two actors attempting to stage 'Hamlet' in the ultra-violent world of…

The Australian Ballet's 'Carmen', 2025, choreographed by Johan Inger, featuring Jill Ogai in the role of Carmen. A dark-haired woman in a red, ruffled dress, her legs bare, gestures dramatically and powerfully towards the camer. Three man are faintly visible in the gloom behind her. All four people are ballet dancers performing in the ballet 'Carmen'.
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Ballet review: Carmen, Regent Theatre

A fresh interpretation of a centuries old story that sizzles and provokes on stage.

Installation view of light art exhibition of Aboriginal art, at night. Parrtjima
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How my festival inclusion started with coffee and a yarn

Animator-illustrator Molly Hunt shares insights into creating a new work for Parrtjima, as the Festival of Light celebrates its 10th…

Models on a runway showcasing cream-coloured garments that appear slightly geometric.
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Opportunities and awards

A new $50,000 award to reshape the arts, plus winner of the Hazel Rowley Literary Fellowship, and more!

A woman in a shoulder less black top with short bleached hair sings in to a microphone. She looks a little tortured. Cat Power. Port Fairy Folk Festival.
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Music review: Cat Power Sings Dylan, Port Fairy Folk Festival

When a performer truly shows their vulnerability, sometimes that can give rise to the greatest gigs of all.

A man wearing sparkly top and pants is mid pose. His face is hidden by his hand touching his hat.
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Musical review: MJ The Musical, Sydney Lyric Theatre

‘MJ the Musical’ is a dazzling production. But be warned: you may come away from it feeling uncomfortable, sad and…

A scene from Forced Entertainment's 'Complete Works: Table Top Shakespeare' at Adelaide Festival 2025.
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If all the world’s a stage, why can’t the stage be a Shakespearean table top?

Forced Entertainment’s Tim Etchells describes the inspiration for and the development of the company’s ‘Complete Works: Table Top Shakespeare’.

Performances & Gigs

Monash University Performing Arts Centres

Herbie’s World – International Jazz Day: Live at The Count’s

Pianist and broadcaster Adam Rudegeair leads a stellar group of local musicians in a unique event celebrating the legacy of…

Performances & Gigs

Monash University Performing Arts Centres

The Shuffle Club with Nina Ferro: Live at The Count’s

Join us, live at The Count’s for a hot blend of jazz, swing, blues and boogie!

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A master storyteller willing to connect: Rob Carlton

The Silver Logie winner is bringing his powerful and award-winning one-man show, ‘Willing Participant’ to MICF 2025.

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