Melbourne

Theatre review: Loaded, Malthouse Theatre
A freewheeling, caustic monologue performed with feverish intensity by the spellbinding Danny Ball.

Exhibition review: Renee So: Provenance, MUMA
Renee So’s first museum survey presents the breadth of her practice and research, with captivating works at every turn.

Musical review: Once, Darlinghurst Theatre Company
A small and delicate musical with a big impact, 'Once' is a welcome addition to the local theatre landscape.

Bus Projects relaunch with new Artistic Director
Curator and arts writer Sophia Cai is Bus Projects' new Artistic Director, and will relaunch the ARI after it was…

How a focus on storytelling and character equips would-be writers with essential skills
Authenticity and passion are at the core of the courses run by Story Studios Australia.

Theatre review: Happy Days, Southbank Theatre
Beckett's play about maintaining optimism in an existential crisis is deftly handled by Judith Lucy.

Musical review: Driftwood, Chapel off Chapel
A well-meaning but middle of the road production of an earnest Australian story.

Language, hospitality and discomfort in the work of Mithu Sen
mOTHERTONGUE is a dense, mid-career survey of Bengal-born artist Mithu Sen that escapes simple definitions.

Theatre review: Macbeth, Fairfax Studio, Arts Centre Melbourne
Bell Shakespeare's production is minimalist and contemporary.

Artist questions copycat chandeliers at Met Gala
Artist Willie Cole, whose works are currently being exhibited at The Met Museum, says he feels ‘ripped off’ by the…