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Theatre review: Telethon Kid, Malthouse Theatre
The moral of ‘Telethon Kid’ hangs on a precarious through line that is tarnished in this make-believe world.

The Australian Ballet dancers pivot to industrial action
Stalled pay negotiations reflect the financial woes of the country's leading ballet company.

The cost of admission – are theatre ticket prices too high?
With rising living costs, are our major companies doing enough to ensure access for those on low incomes?

Housing crisis pushes artists to the brink ... of creativity
Unable to find suitable accommodation, one local artist has come up with a novel solution.

Battle to save a local music venue – again
The fight to protect Melbourne's beloved Tote was supposed to have been won in 2010. But now history is repeating…

Comedy reviews: Jordan Raskopoulos, Scout Boxhall, MICF
Two performers in gender fluid finery.

Comedy reviews: Jordan Gray, Anna Piper Scott, MICF
Two trailblazing trans comics taking this year's Melbourne Comedy Festival by storm.

Comedy reviews: Lou Wall, Bea Barbeau-Scurla, MICF
Gen Z in battle with the World Wide Web (secret weapon: feet) and a reflection on the bonds and secrets…

Dance reviews: Body of Work + QWERTY, Darebin Arts Centre, FRAME
A double bill sequel that failed to live up to its former glory.

In Our Blood, it still runs
In light of the new ABC series 'In Our Blood', ArtsHub takes a closer look at the history of HIV…