Melbourne
Omicron hits the performing arts
As the Omicron variant spreads, major performing arts productions are struggling with cast outbreaks and hesitant audiences.
Exhibition review: Bark Ladies, NGV International
The wider perception of ‘a bark show’ has been locked in the past for too long.These paintings leap out in…
Theatre review: Let Bleeding Girls Lie, La Mama
Knots of trauma start to fray for three women.
fortyfivedownstairs plans to stick around despite development woes
The multi-arts space is threatened by a neighbouring development but has no plans to call it quits.
New music hub will grow and strengthen sector
Music Market is the latest aspect of the Victorian Government’s $22 million Music Works initiative to come to fruition.
Theatre review: SS Metaphor, Malthouse
Cabaret production does not have its sea legs.
Theatre review: Scraps of Heaven
A tribute to Arnold Zable’s novel is brought vividly to life on stage.
Dance review: The Australian Ballet Celebration Gala
A triumphant return to Melbourne with classical and contemporary pieces.
Theatre review: Wellbless, Theatre Works
Exploring the sickness at the heart of the wellness industry.
Circus Oz to wind up
The iconic Australian company is to cease trading following the Board’s failure to secure the agreement of Company Members to…