Madeleine Swain
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Exhibition review: Connection, THE LUME
Immersive in every sense of the word, Connection is a wonderland of First Nations artwork, imagery and soundscapes.

Performance review: Masterclass, Malthouse, RISING
A RISING show that really lives up to its name, this two-hander from Adrienne Truscott and Brokentalkers delivers on all…

Dance review: TANZ, Arts Centre Melbourne, RISING
TANZ has moments of wonder and even the sublime but how transgressive is nudity and gore in 2023?

Webinar #2 – A new way forward: how inclusive leadership is driving change
The latest Creative Exchange webinar from ArtsHub and Creative Victoria is available to view now...

Exhibition review: Rembrandt: True to Life, NGV International
A new exhibition showcases the Dutch master's innovations and skill in the art of etching and printmaking.

Performance review: Cinderella, Peninsula Hot Springs
While the idea of luxuriating in a hot springs pool while taking in some culture is lovely, the idea needs…

Putting prisons into perspective
A visit to Pentridge is an immersion into the recent past of the Australian corrections system.

Book review: Did I Ever Tell You This?, Sam Neill
The New Zealand star has over 150 acting credits and his memoir makes it obvious why people just keep on…

Comedy reviews: Geraldine Hickey, Stephen K Amos, Mel Buttle, MICF
Three stand-ups with varying degrees of likeability... and real estate portfolios.

Comedy review: Reuben Kaye, Live and Intimidating; Liz Kingsman, One Woman Show MICF
A force of nature with a voice to die for, and a Sydney expat offering 'zero profundity'.