Reviews
Book review: The Bell of the World, Gregory Day
An historical fiction that also reads like a prose poem and a biography.
Dance review: Be Here and Qwerin, Ten Days on the Island
Two dance performances in St David’s Park explored place, past and possible futures.
Music review: Messa da Requiem, Adelaide Festival
A production painted in drab shades of grey.
Music review: Orange Chamber Music Festival
A rural music festival with great coverage and ambition.
Book review: I'll Leave You With This, Kylie Ladd
A heart-breaking, spirited story about the strength of a brother’s legacy
Music review: Ngapa William Cooper, Adelaide Festival
A world premiere collaboration that focuses on Australian hero and Yorta Yorta Elder, William Cooper.
Dance review: SHOP I AM, Melbourne Fashion Festival
Experimental dance that explored whether fashion is intertwined with identity.
Music review: Angel Olsen, Sydney Opera House
The singer-songwriter returns to the Opera House to a standing ovation.
Music review: Julia Jacklin, Adelaide Festival
Indie-folk songs charm the Adelaidian audience.
Theatre review: A Little Life, Adelaide Festival
Based on Yanagihara's best-selling novel, this production does not flinch in its portrayal of cruelty and abuse.