Melbourne

The Australian Ballet dancers pivot to industrial action
Stalled pay negotiations reflect the financial woes of the country's leading ballet company.

60% of women and non-binary people feel unsafe in Melbourne’s music spaces
Many punters also report feeling unsafe, explains academic Andrea Jean Baker.

Exhibition review: What Is Your Gov'ment Name: Olana Janfa, Immigration Museum
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Olana Janfa's exhibition 'What's Is Your Gov’ment Name'

Dance review: Jewels, Arts Centre Melbourne
Pretty and charming traditional ballet, though it lacks gravitas.

Performance review: Disney On Ice, Rod Laver Arena
This Disney franchise is an evergreen winter fixture, to the delight of young audiences everywhere.

Theatre review: The Wizard of Oz, The National Theatre
A loving adaptation of an old favourite.

Theatre review: Just a Boy, Standing in Front of a Girl, fortyfivedownstairs
A contemporary adaptation of 'Medea', this production will definitely provoke discussion.

Theatre review: Shhhh, Red Stitch Actors Theatre
Desire, sex and consent – but the stories seem disconnected and ineffective as a whole.

Musical review: Midnight – The Cinderella musical, Comedy Theatre
Overlong and derivative, this modernised adaptation offers a dull twist on the original.

Exhibition review: Shadow Spirit, RISING
’Shadow Spirit’ is a wonderful window into what is possible for the future presenting First Nations culture with immersive media…