Performing Arts
Performance review: A Body at Work, Theatre Works, midsumma festival
A queer woman's 17-year career in the sex industry is unveiled.
How Sarah Blasko conquers every mountain
The three-time ARIA Award-winner lets it all out via her music.
Performance review: Aidan Jones – Chopin’s Nocturne, The Terrarium, FRINGE WORLDÂ
Classical music and comedy intertwine in this entertaining show.
Performance review: Chasing Miracles, Perth Town Hall, FRINGE WORLD
An all-ages variety show of magic and circus tricks.
Opportunities and awards
ACT Book of the Year nominations open, plus recipients of Playing Australia fund and finalists of 2025 Asia Pacific Arts…
Fingers on buzzers! The rise of the live game show
Live game shows of all flavours have swiftly proliferated across comedy and fringe festivals. What's the attraction?
Opera review: La Traviata, Opera Australia, Joan Sutherland Theatre
Soprano Samantha Clarke ignites this current production of Verdi's masterpiece.
Music review: Not Drowning, Waving & George Telek: Tabaran, City Recital Hall, Sydney Festival
The rhythms of Papuan music and its post-colonial Western influences were revisited for one night only.
Performance review: Blacknificense – The Cotton Club Experience, Chapel off Chapel, midsumma festival
A personal celebration of the gay and black contributions to jazz and popular music in the 20th century.
Performance review: Creative Juices, FRINGE WORLD
Interactive work-in-progress, this show depends on audience participation.