Performing arts
Vivaldi and Hendrix collide in a concert that was something of a religious experience
Abel Selaocoe performs with the ACO in a show that is part rock concert, part ritual.
- Tony Way, Will Cox, Jessica Nicholas and Andrew Fuhrmann
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The good, the weird, and the unmissable from this festival’s final week
From a show that digs into the dark recesses of the internet, to a return to the hellmouth, here are our latest reviews.
- Cher Tan, Donna Demaio, Hannah Francis, Lefa Singleton Norton, Sonia Nair, Tyson Wray and Vyshnavee Wijekumar
On a night like this: The week Australia took New York City by storm
The Empire State Building was lit up in green and gold and the Big Apple was brimming with Australian talent, from Kylie Minogue to Sarah Snook and renowned opera director Barrie Kosky.
- Michael Koziol
Uni to axe dance course in performing arts shake-up
The only university in Queensland to offer a degree in dance should axe its course, a review has found.
- Liz Hobday
Kayah was bullied and ignored but people took notice when he danced
Born with Down syndrome, Kayah Guenther found his voice through physical movement.
- Chantal Nguyen
Ghosts, lies, and conspiracy theories: This festival has it all
From a show where musicals meet PowerPoint, to a trip back in time, here are our latest reviews.
- Cher Tan, Donna Demaio, Elizabeth Flux, Guy Webster, Hannah Francis, John Bailey, Lefa Singleton Norton, Nell Geraets, Sonia Nair, Tyson Wray and Vyshnavee Wijekumar
Can’t decide what gig to see? We’ve got you covered
Here’s our curated selection of the best gigs this month.
- James Jennings
Dua Lipa designs a fan’s next tattoo at Melbourne concert
Performing at Rod Laver Arena, the singer got up close and personal with fans – and performed a new cover of Torn.
- Gabriela Sumampow, Tony Way, Cameron Woodhead and Vyshnavee Wijekumar
The best, the strangest, and the most daring of the comedy festival so far
From an Aunty Donna star to a performer who taps into Joan of Arc, here are our latest reviews of the comedy festival.
- Cher Tan, Donna Demaio, Guy Webster, Hannah Francis, John Bailey, Karl Quinn, Lefa Singleton Norton, Mikey Cahill, Sonia Nair, Tyson Wray and Vyshnavee Wijekumar
‘Oh, yeah I think everyone’s always interested in the hot pants’
While Arts Centre Melbourne is best known for its performances, in the depths of Hamer Hall there’s a hidden collection that has captured CEO Karen Quinlan’s imagination.
- Elizabeth Flux
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