Victoria

Barbara Hepworth: tribute to a hard-won career
A long-overdue solo exhibition of the works of British sculptor Barbara Hepworth at Heide opens up the nuances and achievements…

MPavilion 2022 to celebrate culture with Thai Festival
The free-for-all outdoor architecture and design event will present a new commission by Bangkok-based all(zone) alongside programs that celebrate culture…

Emilia Bassano: From dark lady to shining star
The story of a groundbreaking Elizabethan poet is reclaimed and celebrated in this new stage production. But what’s Emilia’s connection…

Performance review: A Score for Fed Square and Sun Songs
The 20th anniversary of Melbourne's Federation Square was heralded by site-specific sonic and lighting works.

How the right connections help build a career
Studying at NIDA provided director Carissa Licciardello with the skills and connections to thrive in the independent sector, and also…

Theatre review: El Diablo, HT&E Theatre Co
Outrageous characters ham it up in this farcical comedy about the pretensions of fine dining.

Dance review: Dance X part 3
Dance as reflection and provocation in the last of the commissioned series.

Arts alliance aims to reconnect community
Conceived in the depths of lockdown, a new one-off festival aims to reconnect communities in Melbourne’s western suburbs.

Theatre review: Girls & Boys, MTC
Despite a fine performance from Nikki Shiels, this MTC production of Dennis Kelly’s powerful script is enervated and underwhelming.

Record investment in First Peoples creative industries
Almost $2 million has been invested in First Peoples creatives, businesses and projects in the latest rounds of Creative Victoria…