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Comedy review: Han Arbuthnott: They/Hehe, Storyville, MICF 2025
Not short of dad jokes, Han Arbuthnott is one of a few trans comics in this year's MICF program.

Comedy reviews: Lou Wall: Breaking the Fifth Wall, Eddie Pattison: Dad Genes, MICF 2025
An award-winner questions the veracity of everything, while new talent Pattison shares their experience of losing a father, just as…

Comedy review: Maddy Weeks: It's All Good, Paul's Place, Town Hall MICF 2025
A promising comic, but the structure needs polishing.

Comedy reviews: Lil Wenker: Bangtail and Steve Porters, How To Flirt: The TED XXX Talk, MICF 2025
Two drag king shows that reflect the true absurdity of the world right now.

Theatre review: Djuna, Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre
Power politics explored in this queer socio-drama.

Live Nation and its effect on local live music
The ABC's recent Four Corners episode revealed the impact of the US-based events promoter and venue operator, but that's not…

Latrobe Regional Gallery in hot water over treatment of Blak queer artist
The treatment of artist Clinton Hayden by the regional gallery prompts questions of adherence to cultural protocols and RAPs, along…

Performance review: Interior, The Substation
The latest Rawcus production is a slow burn, evoking warmth and personal reflection.

Gertrude Street Projection Festival stumbles
The annual projection festival will not go ahead this year, amid concerns over continued insufficient funding.

Dance review: Wet Hard Long, Dancehouse
Contemporary dance performed in eight-inch heels is spellbinding.