Melbourne

Multi-arts precinct ’pixie dusted’ with largest outdoor exhibition
A sneak peak inside Abbotsford Convent’s largest outdoor, nighttime exhibition exploring our entanglements with others – both human and non-human.

Theatre review: Birthday Book of Storms
A magical realist imagining of the triangle of poets: Sylvia Plath, Ted Hughes and Assia Wevill. But whose story is…

Exhibition review: Sieve See: Ann Debono
The world as seen by the artist through 'grids, grilles, apertures, detritus, reflections and shadows.'

Where are the development programs for women opera directors?
Whereas state theatre companies have taken a proactive role in investing in development programs for women directors and other creatives,…

Discover ‘invisible’ AR art around Melbourne
AR is a great way to have interactive art experiences, without the worries of a pandemic.

Theatre review: Anna K
A modern day interrogation that riffs off Anna Karenina and explores how women are treated in the public arena.

From Performance Space to Asia TOPA with Jeff Khan
A younger Jeff Khan would have never imagined he might helm the breadth and scale of arts festivals he does…

Musical review: Hairspray
This new production reprises the original classic musical but the large venue dwarfs the spectacle.

12 international blockbusters right here to blitz your travel FOMO
12 major international exhibitions presented in Australia before the year ends … so who needs to travel?

How to make the most of a Fringe festival
Three Fringe festival veterans on why they love Fringe and their advice for newcomers.