Victoria
Control, Red Stitch Actors’ Theatre (VIC)
Keziah Warner’s play shows that the stage, in its analogue austerity, has something to add to sci-fi.
Bernie Dieter’s Little Death Club, Wonderland Spiegeltent (VIC)
A smutty and delightful performance that makes other cabarets look tame.
On Drugs by Chris Fleming
Academic Chris Fleming’s memoir is confronting, interesting, reassuring and offers insight into who and what drug addicts are.
Exit interview: Melbourne International Arts Festival’s Jonathan Holloway
As his fourth and final MIAF enters its last week, Holloway reflects on his time in Melbourne and what working…
Anthem, Melbourne International Arts Festival (VIC)
There are many bright sparks on offer here but the script feels unresolved.
The Window Outside, Northcote Town Hall (VIC)
A play about family conflict in the face of terminal illness highlights the importance of having the right to die…
Cat in the Hat, Athenaeum Theatre (VIC)
A lively show with impressive set design that shows the Dr Seuss classic is as popular as ever.
Wild, Jewish Museum of Australia (VIC)
A captivating look at the Jewish Australian community and how it has pushed cultural and political boundaries.
Hard Sell, NICA (VIC)
An innovative circus spectacular that demonstrates the elasticity of the genre.
Society, Melbourne Fringe (VIC)
After Dark Theatre’s circus cabaret could do with another dash of hot sauce.