Melbourne

Music review: Berlioz’s Symphonie Fantastique, Hamer Hall
A program packed with excitement, but light on choral spectacle.

Performance review: Chopin’s Piano, QPAC Concert Hall
Musica Viva’s unique stage adaptation of Paul Kildea’s book on the composer Chopin, his preludes, and one fateful instrument.

Petrol-powered feminist icon celebrated on stage
‘Garage Girls’ explores the life and times of mechanic, inventor and businesswoman Alice Anderson, who established Australia’s first all-female garage…

Fine music ensembles are on the rise, but what is driving their success?
How our diverse and burgeoning chamber music ensembles create a unique voice and what they contribute to the overall musical…

Theatre review: Far Away, fortyfivedownstairs
A puzzle of a play that will confound those looking for easy answers.

Theatre review: Away, Theatre Works
One of Australia's classic plays returns in a new season.

Exhibition review: Two Girls From Amoonguna, ACMI
‘Two Girls From Amoonguna’ is about pushing through adversity and alchemising it into art that speaks to the spirit and joy of life…

Theatre review: This is Living, Malthouse Theatre
A study of love, friendships and chosen families.

Ballet review: Giselle, Arts Centre Melbourne
The Tokyo Ballet production of this beloved classic is enough to prove the existence of magic.

Performance review: Prinnie Stevens: Lady Sings The Blues, MEMO Music Hall
A beloved anthology of songs sung with care and pizzazz.