Victoria

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…

Exhibition review: SOUL fury, Bendigo Art Gallery
Contemporary female artists challenge stereotypes about Islam in an eclectic range of styles.

Dance review: Butterfly, Australian Ballet School
Herald the metamorphosis of a new generation of dancers.

Theatre review: Let Bleeding Girls Lie, La Mama
Knots of trauma start to fray for three women.

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.

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.

Theatre review: SS Metaphor, Malthouse
Cabaret production does not have its sea legs.

Theatre review: Scraps of Heaven
A tribute to Arnold Zable’s novel is brought vividly to life on stage.

Dance review: The Australian Ballet Celebration Gala
A triumphant return to Melbourne with classical and contemporary pieces.

Theatre review: Wellbless, Theatre Works
Exploring the sickness at the heart of the wellness industry.