Your May guide to the best art, culture and film
Creativity abounds, artwork that excites and Sydney gets its glow on. Fill up your cultural calendar with our May must-sees.
John Galliano was considered one of fashion’s greats until an infamous public outburst sent his career on a sharp downward spiral. Now, the Kevin Macdonald-directed documentary High & Low – John Galliano attempts to comprehend the complexity of Galliano’s persona, and begs the question: is the creative genius who once led Dior and Givenchy worthy of forgiveness? With an unfiltered, no-holds-barred approach, it remains to be seen whether Galliano’s reputation is beyond repair. Showing in cinemas nationally from May 30.
John Galliano was considered one of fashion’s greats until an infamous public outburst sent his career on a sharp downward spiral. Now, the Kevin Macdonald-directed documentary High & Low – John Galliano attempts to comprehend the complexity of Galliano’s persona, and begs the question: is the creative genius who once led Dior and Givenchy worthy of forgiveness? With an unfiltered, no-holds-barred approach, it remains to be seen whether Galliano’s reputation is beyond repair. Showing in cinemas nationally from May 30.
2. City of lights
The harbour city’s beloved annual arts event is back for its 14th year. As Sydney cools down, Vivid delights with a vibrant line-up of immersive dance and art, live performances and gastronomic events. While the lighting of the Opera House sails and other public buildings is an undisputed highlight, it’s the rich cultural program that will leave you mesmerised, including culinary experiences with chef Danielle Alvarez and performances by Thelma Plum. May 24 to June 15.
3. Art imitates life
Artist and activist eX de Medici cements her status as one of Australia’s most celebrated and controversial talents with her new exhibition, Blue for Boys. Her latest body of work uses luxe floral imagery and grand-scale watercolour to contrast her striking commentary on the concerning impacts of global conflict, power, corruption and greed. Exhibiting at Sullivan+Strumpf Sydney from May 2–25.
4. Dog days
The first season of Colin from Accounts left us infatuated with an unlikely love match, played by real-life couple Patrick Brammall and Harriet Dyer, and the titular stray dog that brings them together. Now, the series’ sophomore run opens with the chaos of attempting to retrieve their beloved canine from his new owners while navigating a new relationship. Expect charm, laughs and painfully realistic relatability. Streaming on Binge from May 30.
5. Design philosophy
Australia’s largest design festival takes over Melbourne this month. Melbourne Design Week focuses on bringing design into the future through energy, ethics and ecology, with Nigerian architect Tosin Oshinowo on stage as the event’s keynote speaker. At NGV International and other locations from May 23 until June 2.
This story is from the May issue of WISH.
