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Omicron hits the performing arts

As the Omicron variant spreads, major performing arts productions are struggling with cast outbreaks and hesitant audiences.

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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…

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Theatre review: Let Bleeding Girls Lie, La Mama

Knots of trauma start to fray for three women.

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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.

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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.

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Theatre review: SS Metaphor, Malthouse

Cabaret production does not have its sea legs.

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Theatre review: Scraps of Heaven

A tribute to Arnold Zable’s novel is brought vividly to life on stage.

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Dance review: The Australian Ballet Celebration Gala

A triumphant return to Melbourne with classical and contemporary pieces.

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Theatre review: Wellbless, Theatre Works

Exploring the sickness at the heart of the wellness industry.

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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…

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