Jessi Ryan

Jessi Ryan (they/them) has been creating performance and exhibitions for the past 20 years, both locally, nationally and abroad- in this time collaborating with a huge number of artists from a broad cross section of cultural backgrounds. As a journalist they have written for and been published by some of Australia’s leading arts and news editorial across the last 10 years-and was recognised as a finalist for Globe Community Media Award in 2021. Ryan has also taken photos for a number of print and online publications.

Jessi Ryan's Latest Articles

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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.

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The Australian Ballet dancers pivot to industrial action

Stalled pay negotiations reflect the financial woes of the country's leading ballet company.

Features

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?

News

Housing crisis pushes artists to the brink ... of creativity

Unable to find suitable accommodation, one local artist has come up with a novel solution.

News

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…

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Comedy reviews: Jordan Raskopoulos, Scout Boxhall, MICF

Two performers in gender fluid finery.

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Comedy reviews: Jordan Gray, Anna Piper Scott, MICF

Two trailblazing trans comics taking this year's Melbourne Comedy Festival by storm.

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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…

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Dance reviews: Body of Work + QWERTY, Darebin Arts Centre, FRAME

A double bill sequel that failed to live up to its former glory.

Features

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…

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