Madeleine Swain
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Book review: Whenever You're Ready, Trish Bolton
A debut novel from a Melbourne-based author in which a trio of 70-something women take the spotlight.
Melbourne International Comedy Festival and ArtsHub join forces
The MICF kicks off and this year ArtsHub is up for a laugh too...
5 things about WOMADelaide for 2025
Even the most well-established festivals welcome newcomers every year. For those considering WOMADelaide next year, here are some things you…
Adelaide Festival midpoint round-up
Adelaide Festival is in full swing. What were the standout elements for a first time visitor mid-festival?
WOMADelaide 2024 – more than music
WOMADelaide offers exceptional musical performances from around the world... but that's not all.
5 things I've learned as a festival artistic director
Iain Grandage is stepping down as Perth Festival's Artistic Director this year. This is what he'll take away with him.
Perth Festival midpoint round-up
Halfway through Iain Grandage's fifth and final Perth Festival and there's plenty of entertainment and provocation to enjoy. Even for…
Webinar #6: Me – we – us: looking after creativesÂ
The latest webinar in the Creative Exchange series is now available to view online.
Musical theatre review: Groundhog Day the Musical, Princess Theatre
Worth seeing again... and again... and again...?
Arts sector luminaries in Australia Day Honours 2024
A number of prominent figures in the arts sector have been recognised in this year's Australia Day Honours List.