Cairns
Theatre review: I is Maggie
A clear-eyed insight into the conditions of migrant labour in an industrial laundry.
Circus review: A Cabaret Somewhere Hot and Sticky
Circa Cairns presented a saucy mix of cabaret and acrobatics, capturing a spectrum of moments between bodies moving and connecting…
Embrace spontaneous encounters at tropical festival
The 60th Cairns Festival is a unique chance to catch Patricia Piccinini’s hot air balloons, music from classical to indie-pop,…
Exhibition review: CIAF 2022 satellite program roundup
An immersive satellite program celebrates First Nations creativity while investigations into Blak/Black identity draw on humour and criticality in equal…
Circa expands into Cairns with new First Nations ensemble
The Brisbane-based circus company is expanding from Meanjin to the Gimuy Walabura Yidinii, Yirrganydji Country, with a new, First Nations-led…
Theatre review: From Campfire to Stage Light
A captivating Indigenous life story told through words and music.
How grassroots creativity fostered Indigenous fashion
Cairns might not be known as a fashion hotspot, but it has been pivotal in growing Indigenous fashion talents.
Reimagined Indigenous Art Fair bounces back bigger than ever
Longer hours for networking, a new $200K large sculpture commission, and the opportunity to connect directly with First Nations artists…
Remote Aboriginal art centres in Omicron limbo
Rapid antigen tests shortages and out of touch government advice are putting new pressures on remote Aboriginal Art Centres.
Theatre review: La Bella Figura
A family-focussed musical dramedy.