Reviews

Music review: Romance, QPAC
Romance was a far-ranging classical program that showed off the exceptional talents of this youthful orchestra.

Book review: Love, Dad, Laurie Steed
Parenting and a career in the arts push on writer Laurie Steed in this punchy memoir.

Theatre review: Twelfth Night, Mandurah Performing Arts Centre, WA
This highly entertaining iteration of the romantic comedy features new music by Sarah Blasko.

Dome screening review: XYZZY: Jess Johnson and Simon Ward, Neversphere
‘XYZZY’ is a visual and aural journey that tilts our world upside down.

Book review: Big Meg, Tim Flannery and Emma Flannery
A fascinating insight into the detective work of shark fossils.

Exhibition review: Brent Harris: The Other Side, Auckland Art Gallery
Brent Harris' survey exhibition takes viewers on an emotional journey and search for meaning.

Book review: Prudish Nation, Paul Dalgarno
Over 30 authors offer their perspectives on "unconventional" relationships.

Exhibition review: Open Borders, John Curtin Gallery
Contemporary arts and curatorial practice opens a dialogue with regional and remote Western Australia.

Book review: Restless Dolly Maunder, Kate Grenville
Kate Grenville’s latest novel considers the life of her maternal grandmother.

Theatre review: Powder Room, The MC Showroom
Forget the dance floor, the real action happens in the bathroom.