Arts
This deep-dive into Europe’s golden age is scholar-meets-influencer
Historian Ada Palmer’s examination of the Renaissance won’t be to everyone’s tastes, but she does bust some myths.
- Luke Slattery
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Premier calls pro-Palestine protesters who rallied outside NGV ‘extremists’ and ‘antisemitic’
The activists are believed to have targeted the National Gallery of Victoria because of donations the gallery has received from Jewish philanthropists John and Pauline Gandel, who have ties to Israel.
- Daniella White
In the ’50s, this Hitchcock story might have passed for light entertainment. Today, it reads as true crime
A new production of Dial M For Murder tackles both the story’s dark themes and Alfred Hitchcock’s troubling legacy.
- John Bailey
Forget scholars – this guide to filmmaking goes straight to the sources
Film critic and academic Adrian Martin’s new book allows filmmakers to speak for themselves in ways that open up connections between them that might never be apparent from their work.
- Tom Ryan
Hey Oasis, this is how you do a proper comeback tour
It’s nine years since Eddy Current Suppression Ring, hailed by many as Australia’s best live band, have played. Now they’re back – but don’t get used to it.
- Karl Quinn
Drawn from the experiences of a former prison guard, this play crosses an invisible line
The Yellow Line is based on the real-life experience of Tyson Tuala and his attempt to teach a group of initially disinterested inmates the haka.
- Nell Geraets
This trio has mapped hundreds of murals in Melbourne. Here are 15 of the best
Neda noticed Victoria’s capital was underrepresented on the world’s largest urban-art website. So she formed a team to put Melbourne on the map.
- Lachlan Abbott
A young mum picked up a hobby. Years later, a princess ended up wearing her works of art
An exhibition at the NGV celebrates the intricacy and evolution of an iconic piece of clothing.
- Kerrie O'Brien
Michael Flatley retired from dancing and made a spy movie. What’s he working on now?
As the Lord of the Dance star moves to a behind-the-scenes-role on his hit live show, he’s still finding ways to surprise audiences and take centre stage.
- Will Cox
Love, solidarity, resilience: Why this extraordinary exhibition is a must-see
In a world gone mad, a show all about love is a welcome reprieve.
- Kerrie O'Brien
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