Whats The Show – Show Reviews of all kinds from around the nation.
The Jazz Room: Sinatra and Armstrong Tribute
The music of two of the most influential musicians of all time, Frank Sinatra and Louis Armstrong were celebrated in a soulful and energetic performance by…
Who I’m Doing This For
(Note: This is a review of a play presented as the second half of a double billing. Melbourne Writers’ Theatre is showing Metropolis Monologues across two …
Till the Stars Come Down
If you’ve ever been lucky enough to have had a ‘perfect moment’ where you wanted to freeze time, to bathe in pure happiness, you will be able to relate to …
The Game Is Afoot… And Slightly Off The Rails
I had the pleasure of attending The Lost Casebook of Sherlock Holmes by Innes Lloyd last night as part of the Melbourne Comedy festival and it was one of t…
We Laughed, We Cried, We Grooved, We Swooned!
Wow. Yesterday was the International Day of Trans Visibility, and what better way to honour such an important occasion than by seeing Cassie Hamilton’s hyp…
Metropolis Monologues Showcase Two
(Note: Metropolis Monologues is presented in two groups, and each night the monologues are followed by the play Who I’m Doing This For by Peter Farrar. Thi…
Metropolis Monologues: Showcase One
(Note: Metropolis Monologues is presented in two groups, and each night the monologues are followed by the play Who I’m Doing This For by Peter Farrar. Thi…
Sorry I Hurt Your Son (Said My Ex to My Mum)
Sorry I Hurt Your Son (Said My Ex to My Mum) is a vulnerable piece of stand up comedy about trauma and domestic violence. In his comedy hour, James Barr ex…
The Graduate
A comedic stage adaptation of the infamous coming-of-age story, The Graduate follows wide-eyed and woefully awkward Benjamin Braddock (Mitch Doran) as his …
Bette & Joan: Exquisite Acting From Two Top Dames
The theatre was abuzz as the audience took their seats, anticipating the legendary cat fight ahead.
Two dressing tables, both alike in dignity, face the…
Arawarra
The opening night of ‘Arawarra’ at the Illawarra Performing Arts Centre saw a sold-out theatre and a standing ovation for the brilliant work and performanc…
The Local
St Patrick’s Day may be over but the Irish charm and fun continues with a play written and directed by WA’s Siobhan Wright called The Local.
Set in a D…
Enjoy the Finer Things in Life Before The Show
Plan your time around the show.
Make some space to enjoy the finer things in life.
Explore a curated collection of experiences designed to complement your entertainment.
Perfect before the show, after the curtain call, or anytime at all.
Adelaide Nite Bites
Explore Adelaide in the evening when the city takes on a different character. This 2-hour tour will take you into the East End of Adelaide with its buzzing atmosphere, historic buildings and plethora of great eating options..
Adelaide Food Odyssey
This 3-hour tour helps you uncover Adelaide’s modern food scene. Taste local S.A wine and produce, experience multicultural cuisine and visit unique venues you need a local guide to help you discover.
Adelaide Central Market Discovery Tour
Recognized for Excellence in Food Tourism this tour enables guests to taste, celebrate and discover the gourmet delights of the Adelaide Central Market.
Hidden Adelaide: Laneways and Street Art Tour
This tour shows you a different side of Adelaide in just 2 hours. You will uncover a side of Adelaide that is rarely seen making it a tour great for first time visitors and locals alike to experience.
Discover Adelaide: City Walk and Popeye River Cruise
Discover Adelaide on both land and water. With our 2 hour walking tour and a 45 minute river cruise run by Popeye River Cruises you will make the most of your time in Adelaide
Popeye Devonshire Tea Cruise
Purchase tickets for a boxed Devonshire Tea to enjoy on board The Popeye Cruise on The Torrens River. Because everything’s better with scones, jam and cream.
Adelaide Hidden Bar Tour
Delve into the Unique and diverse bar scene of Adelaide as you wander around the west end of the city centre. Visit 4 bars in Adelaide’s West End and Learn about Adelaide’s Boozy past!
THE F FACTOR FOOD TOUR
Whether you’ve visited before, you’re a huge foodie, or you just want something authentic to do in Adelaide, this Adelaide food tour is for you!
Adelaide Central Market Delicious Lunch Tour
Awarded Silver 2018 Excellence in Food Tourism, this tour uncovers the famous 150-year-old fresh produce market. Led by a local, become immersed and taste and dine your way through our multicultural and culinary South Australian history
Discover Adelaide Food Walking Tour
Discover South Australia’s capital city on a food walking tour in the heart of Adelaide. This guided tour will allow guests to explore the city and sample delicious tastings, while enjoying art and history of the region.
PAINT AND PALATE STREET ART TOUR
Take an inside look at Adelaide’s street art through the work of locally-raised artist Jimmy C, with sweet snacks along the way!
Beer, Wine and Gin Private Tour
Private Tour – Beer Wine and Gin Tastings Minimum 2 Passengers Max 11 Passengers From $250.00pp
Delectable Tastes of Local Icons Experience
Enjoy a lunch full of Brisbane’s local icons, from iconic buildings, restaurants, and bars to local iconic ingredients. This tour will take you on a historic journey with modern tastes.
90min Sunset City Lights Cruise
Scenic 1.5hr cruise down the Brisbane River. Enjoy the views and the beautiful city lights of Kangaroo Point Cliffs, the City Skyline and the Bridges. Indulge in a glass of wine or a cold beer as city life wanders by. Music & chilled vibes
90min Sightseeing Cruise – MORNING 10.30am
One of the best ways to explore Brisbane is with a morning sightseeing cruise along the Brisbane River. Sit back and relax as you cruise along the waterways of Brisbane taking in the sights while enjoying the informative commentary.
Delectable Taste of Queensland – No Alcohol Edition
This must-do food experience of Brisbane is a culinary journey focusing purely on some of Queensland’s most renowned local produce and flavours. It has specifically been designed as a non-alcoholic tour.
Brisbane Bus Tour
Discover parts of Brisbane from the comfort of an air-conditioned minibus. Our guide will show you the city, the views from Mount Cootha, enjoy a morning tea at the Botanic Gardens before seeing the early suburbs of Brisbane
GoBoat Brisbane – 1 Hour Electric Picnic Boat Hire (up to 8 people)
Captain your very own electric picnic boat with no experience or boat license required. Sail the Brisbane River and explore Brisbane from the water on an eco-friendly electric boat.
90min Cruise with SOUTH BANK COMBO PASS 10.30am
Three of Brisbane’s most notable operators have joined forces to create the “South Bank Combo Pass”.
90min Sightseeing MID AFTERNOON CRUISE 2.30pm
One of the best ways to explore Brisbane is with an afternoon sightseeing cruise along the Brisbane River. Sit back and relax as you cruise along the waterways of Brisbane taking in the sights while enjoying the informative commentary.
Delectable Taste of CBD Hidden Gems Experience
Discover some of Brisbane’s best hidden gems and speciality drinking and dining spots on this four stop experience. This tour will take you on a flavoursome journey from underground venues to hidden laneway destinations.
Delectable Taste of Queensland
This must-do food experience of Brisbane is a culinary journey from coffee to lunch and gin, and the perfect introduction to some of Queensland’s most renowned local produce and flavours.
Mystery Picnic Date – Central Canberra
Solve clues and riddles, your journey will take you to local artisan producers where you will collect delicious picnic ingredients, ending at a stunning picnic spot where you’ll enjoy your food. ?
Canberra Wine Tour
Tastings at selected wineries in Canberra’s cool climate wine region Learn about the history and development of winemaking in the area.
Private Stargazing Mount Stromlo Observatory
Guests can enjoy private stargazing nights led by professional or experienced amateur astronomers from the Research School of Astronomy & Astrophysics and the Canberra Astronomical Society.
GoBoat Canberra – 1 Hour Electric Picnic Boat Hire (up to 8 people)
Captain your very own electric picnic boat with no experience or boat license required. Sail Lake Burley Griffin and explore Canberra from the water on an eco-friendly electric boat.
American Smoking BBQ Cooking Class – Canberra ACT
Combine your love of American style smoking and BBQ cooking in this fun, hands-on class where you’ll learn about BBQ techniques from Texas to Memphis to Carolina and Kansas. You will be shown tips on rubs, timing, and temperatures and of co
Family Mystery Picnic – Central Canberra
Solve clues and riddles, your journey will take you to local artisan producers where you will collect delicious picnic ingredients, ending at a stunning picnic spot where you’ll enjoy your food.
Beer & BBQ Cooking Class – Canberra ACT
Our Beer & BBQ cooking class is the perfect lesson for you to learn how to throw that all impressive 3 course BBQ Dinner Party at home and serve it matched with 3 matched Australian Craft Beers! This class will have you bathed in Glory!
Mystery Picnic Date – Burleigh
Solve clues and riddles, your journey will take you to local artisan producers where you will collect delicious picnic ingredients, ending at a stunning picnic spot where you’ll enjoy your food.
City Lights Sightseeing Cruise
USE CODE: Discount20 to receive 20% off. Surfers Paradise River Cruises city lights sightseeing cruise will be a spectacular finish to a glorious Gold coast day. Fully licensed bar onboard available.
Catch a Crab Tour + Seafood Plate Lunch
Catch a Crab Tour including seafood plate lunch, all equipment for activities
Private Tasting Plate Tour
Relax and enjoy a private tour of the hidden secrets of Byron and the Tweed. Let us take the hassle out of a day out in Byron. We drive, arrange all your meals and all your entrances throughout the day.
Gold Coast Lunch Cruise – Inside seating
Cruise the pristine Gold Coast waterways with a leisurely 2 hr buffet lunch and sightseeing cruise, departing from the heart of Surfers Paradise.
Mystery Picnic with Friends – Burleigh
Solve clues and riddles, your journey will take you to local artisan producers where you will collect delicious picnic ingredients, ending at a stunning picnic spot where you’ll enjoy your food. ?
Gold Coast Classic Ballooning & Vineyard Breakfast
Soak up the sweeping views of the Gold Coast Hinterland from above in a hot air balloon, afterwards enjoy a delicious hot breakfast at O’Reilly’s Vineyard
7:00 PM – Dinner Cruise – Inside Seating
Spend an evening sightseeing and dining on the tranquil Gold Coast waterways on this luxurious 2.5 hour buffet dinner cruise.
Catch a Crab Tour + Deluxe Seafood Platter Lunch
Catch a Crab Tour including seafood plate lunch, all equipment for activities
Family Mystery Picnic – Burleigh
Solve clues and riddles, your journey will take you to local artisan producers where you will collect delicious picnic ingredients, ending at a stunning picnic spot where you’ll enjoy your food.
Squid Game
Compete against your crew is several pulse-pounding mini-games inspired by the #1 Netflix series Squid Games.
Mystery Picnic Date – Hunter Valley
Solve clues and riddles, your journey will take you to local artisan producers where you will collect delicious picnic ingredients, ending at a stunning picnic spot where you’ll enjoy your food. ?
Taste & Graze
Great for groups, dates or solo adventurers – Explore a curated flight of Earp Spirits complete with mixers and garnishes, paired with our in house Grazing dining package. Sip, snack & savour Newcastle’s premium spirits.
Blend & Dine
Join the team at Earp Distilling Co at their Newcastle venue for a hands-on flavour journey through the art of distilling and dining where you’ll create and take home your own gin, rum or vodka!
Blending Date Night
A spirited day out designed for two: part chemistry, part cuisine. Blend a joint bottle of Gin, Rum, or Vodka before enjoying a meal of seasonal share dishes.
Full day Hunter Valley Wine Tour – Pickup from Hunter Valley (purchase your own lunch)
Full Day Hunter Valley Wine Tour – Pickup from the Hunter Valley (purchase your own lunch)
Autopia Tours: Hunter Valley Scenic Wine Tour with Lunch
Departing at 7:00 AM Returning at 6:30 PM Duration 10:00 Hrs
Epic Tasting Experience
A mini-degustation of Hungerford Hill wines matched to bite-sized dished created by award-winning two hatted restaurant, Muse. One of the premier experiences in the Hunter Valley it’s the perfect way to indulge.
Family Mystery Picnic – Hunter Valley
Solve clues and riddles, your journey will take you to local artisan producers where you will collect delicious picnic ingredients, ending at a stunning picnic spot where you’ll enjoy your food.
1 Hour Carriage Driving Experience
Our carefully curated driving adventures offer an escape from the ordinary, inviting you to take the reins and feel the power of our majestic horses as you navigate scenic the scenic landscapes of Hunter Valley Wine Country.
Morpeth Heritage Carriage Drive
The Morpeth Heritage Carriage Tour takes participants on a journey to 25 significant sites in the town, and tells the story of Morpeth through the eyes of key characters and through the streets and buildings that echo Morpeth’s past.
Half Day Exclusive Horse and Carriage Group Wine Tour
Enjoy meandering through the beautiful Hunter Valley Wine Country with our exclusive half day package for 3-4 People including, tastings, Chilled Sparkling Wine and a Cheese Platter!
Melbourne CBD Street Art Walking Tour
Melbourne Street Art Tours are the first and only tour in Australia run by practicing and prolific street artists! Join us for an exciting walking tour of some of the best (and often quite hidden) street art in Melbourne.
HIGH TEA ON THE SEA – PROMOTIONAL DEAL
A unique take on the traditional morning and afternoon tea is our High Tea on the Sea with Magic Charters cruises.Promotional Deal is available for online purchase only.
Melbourne Lanes and Arcades Chocolate & Dessert Walking Tour
This is our premium experience for food lovers & sweet tooths alike. A delicious opportunity to uncover the finest couverture chocolate in Melbourne, meet some of the chocolate makers and to enjoy incredible patisserie
Melbourne City Chocolate Walking Tour
This is our family friendly tour. This introductory walking tour has been designed to be suitable for the whole family and a great opportunity to enjoy chocolate and learn more about the Melbourne Chocolate scene.
A Taste of Melbourne – Laneways, Boroughs, Bites and Brews
Taste the best of Melbourne on our half-day city tour – by mini bus; as we wander graffiti-filled laneways, lush gardens, historic precincts, and vibrant boroughs while sampling dumplings, gelato, market bites, and local brews.
SUNSET CRUISE WITH BUFFET DINNER AND DRINKS
When you and your loved one hop on board our modern vessel, you’ll enjoy a fabulous dinner boat cruise in comfort and style. We offer a delicious two-course buffet style dinner accompanied with wines, beers, sot drinks, tea and coffee.
Melbourne Hidden Bar Walking Tour
Join a walking tour of Melbourne and visit some of the hidden bars that we are so famous for! Down alleys, in basements, behind closed doors – Show Me Melbourne will show you where to find them. Includes finger food.
Melbourne Night Bites
Immerse yourself in the nightlife and incredible food of Australia’s culinary and nightlife capital! Taste the best of Melbourne’s food with our 3 hour progressive dinner with venues and dishes chosen that best showcase our city.
THE FOODIES BUCKET LIST EXPERIENCE
Explore, experience and taste the delights of Melbourne’s fabulous foodie scene through Melbourne’s ‘Foodie Bucket List Tour’.
Luxury Private Romantic Dinner Cruise For 2
Indulge and enjoy a private dinner cruise on Melbourne’s spectacular Yarra River for you and your partner.
Melbourne Coffee Lovers Walking Tour
Experience Melbourne’s coffee culture and get your morning caffeine fix. Visit four coffee houses and cafés around Melbourne, sample a selection of different coffee varieties, and uncover all the secrets of brewing the perfect coffee.
Melbourne Dumpling Discovery Walking Tour
Get a true taste of Melbourne’s food scene — and its delicious dumplings — on this walking tour of Chinatown. Explore this vibrant neighborhood and stop at various eateries to sample their renowned dumplings.
1.5Hr Yarra River Wine and Cheese Cruise for up to 6 People – Departing Docklands
Experience Melbourne in style! Enjoy an evening cruising the Yarra River taking in the beautiful views of Melbourne as the sun sets and the bright city lights ignite the city on our 1.5 hr private skippered wine and cheese cruise.
Lanes and Arcades Walk (no Lunch)
Join us for a 3 hour wander through Melbourne’s beautiful lanes & arcades. Learn how the city developed into the bustling & creative scene it is today. Find hidden away laneways, specialty shops & cafes. Monday -> Saturday
Duck Tails – Canapes & Cocktail Class
Spice up your next date night or outing with friends! Join us for a quacking good time at our Canapés n Cocktails class, where you’ll craft delicious canapés and sip on perfectly paired cocktails. Don’t miss out on the fun!
Hidden Bars of Melbourne
The Melbourne hidden bar scene is known worldwide. The difficult thing is just that – they’re hidden! Spend 3 hours exploring 4 bars in laneways, shipping containers, secret basements and more.
EVENING PALATE & PAIRING EXPERIENCE
Taste & sip your way through Melbourne, as you wander through one of the cities most mouth-watering, delectable and delicious foodie precincts – on our Palate & Pairings Tour’.
Melbourne Hidden Bar and Cocktail Tour
Join a walking tour of Melbourne and discover some of the hidden bars that we are so famous for! Down alleys, in basements, behind closed doors – Show Me Melbourne will show you where to find them. Includes a cocktail and finger food.
Rooftop Bars Walk
Explore Melbourne in the evening through four rooftop bars, with matching drinks.
Melbourne Laneways and Culture tour
Immerse yourself in Melbourne’s renowned street art scene with a tour of its famous laneways and beautiful arcades. Venture off the beaten track to discover the city’s hidden treasures as you learn about the artists, techniques, and stories
Sunset & Sparkle – Romantic Date Night
A romantic 2-hour private experience with champagne, cheese, and stunning Perth views — the perfect way to celebrate your special night.
Eat Drink Walk Perth – Bar Tour
Enjoy an exciting night out visiting the best of Perth’s bar scene. Go where the locals hang out. Walk a little, eat a little and drink a little as you discover Perth’s bars and restaurants in the city centre.
Small Bar Rickshaw Tour
Hop aboard Peddle’s rickshaw bar tour to uncover Perth’s dynamic small bar scene. We navigate the ever-evolving nightlife, curating a selection of hidden gems for an unforgettable, top-class adventure worth the Monday office brag.
Half-Day Perth, Kings Park, Swan River, Fremantle, and Optional Cruise
Experience the best of Perth and Fremantle on this captivating tour, enriched by a Swan River cruise and vibrant markets. Begin with a city hotel pick-up and a journey past historic sites like the Perth Gold Mint and WACA.
Discover Perth Walking Tour: History, Architecture, Art, Local Insights + More!
Join us on a leisurely exploration of Perth covering everything from history to contemporary culture including quirky stories, fun facts and many recommendations along the way. Perfect for the start of your Perth adventure!
The Romance Package For Two
The Romance package is for 2 X Tickets to The Bell Tower Experience, and includes a personalised engraved Love Lock. Chime the bells, explore all the levels and lock your love lock at the Bell Tower.
Perth Small Bar & Street Art Tour: Hidden Secrets, Laneways + Good Times!
Discover so many hidden gems that you would never find on your own! Visit three unique Perth bars and explore vibrant laneways to see amazing artwork. Perfect for those seeking to enjoy a fun time with friends, or to make some new ones!
Date Night Tour
Surprise your lover with an adventure to remember. A romantic ride across Perth visiting amazing bars and touring beautiful locations.
Swan Valley Wine Tour – Half Day
Short on time? Discover Swan Valley in one afternoon with wine tastings, local cheese, craft spirits, handmade chocolate & more. A vibrant, small-group tour just 25 mins from Perth — perfect for foodies, wine lovers & curious travellers.
d’Vine Tour – Full Day Swan Valley Wine Tour
Our d’Vine tours are our fabulous full day tours! These tours showcase the Swan Valleys exquisite wines, food and other treats on offer – not to mention the picturesque vineyards and landscape.
Mystery Picnic Date – Botanical Gardens Sydney
Solve clues and riddles, your journey will take you to local artisan producers where you will collect delicious picnic ingredients, ending at a stunning picnic spot where you’ll enjoy your food. ?
Sydney Sweet Treats Walking Tour Of Barangaroo, The Rocks & Circular Quay
Explore and succumb to your naughty side and let indulgence take over as you tune into a city that will welcome you, tell its tales and engage your senses through a sumptuous menu of sweet treats and intoxicating vistas.
Luxury Picnic Experience – Lavender Bay
Graze & Gaze offers luxury picnic experiences in Sydney. It’s the perfect opportunity to surprise your partner, family, or friends with this unique experience. The Luxury Picnic Experience includes picnic setup and drinks.
Wine & Canapes Evening Cruise
Two hour and a half cruise around beautiful Sydney Harbour at twilight. See the Opera House, Harbour Bridge and more. Assorted canapes and Unlimited quality wines along with bubbly, juices, soft drinks & bottled water.
Twilight Dinner Cruise
Two hour cruise around beautiful Sydney Harbour at twilight. See the Opera House, Harbour Bridge and more from a character-filled tall ship.
Tall Ship Lunch Cruise
Vintage sailing on Sydney Harbour is quite indescribable. Not to be missed (or forgotten)! A great ship, great crew and great food made for an absolutely splendid sailing adventure.
Overnight Harbour Cruise
This fully hosted and engaging experience begins with a relaxed dinner cruise with a chance to climb the mast and includes one night’s accommodation in beautiful Sydney Harbour.
Cocktail Making Experience – Blues Point
Create cocktails like never before – Australia’s first outdoor cocktail making experience!
Spanish Paella
Indulge in all of the best flavours of Spain at our popular Paella class. You’ll learn how to create one of the world’s most famous dishes, and all about Paella’s history and regional variations.
Family Mystery Picnic – Botanical Gardens Sydney
Solve clues and riddles, your journey will take you to local artisan producers where you will collect delicious picnic ingredients, ending at a stunning picnic spot where you’ll enjoy your food.
Luxury Picnic Experience – Kirribilli
Graze & Gaze offers luxury picnic experiences in Sydney. It’s the perfect opportunity to surprise your partner, family, or friends with this unique experience. The Luxury Picnic Experience includes picnic setup and drinks.
Meet The Actor – Confessions of a Serial Killer
Confessions of a Serial Killer is coming to Brisbane on the 6th of October, and here we take the time to chat with Actor/Director Garth Remington in our Meet The Actor Series…
Africa Film Fest Australia Expands To Melbourne
Africa Film Fest Australia (AFFA), curated by Mumbi Hinga and Safia Amadou and presented in partnership with Arts & Cultural Exchange (A…
Play Date: Elementary Brings Bold New Short Works To The Stage
Knock And Run Theatre is proud to announce Play Date: Elementary, the latest iteration of its short play festival celebrating new writing, emerging artists…
Picnics, Pop And Pride: Fair Day Returns For 2026
Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Fair Day returns to Victoria Park on Sunday 15 February 2026, bringing together music, performance, commu…
Joseph Green Takes The Mushroom Lady Centre Stage At Melbourne Comedy Festival
If you didn’t get a front row seat to the trial that gripped the nation, then don’t worry, Joseph Green has you covered. As Associate to a …
Europa! Europa Film Festival To Open With The Testament Of Ann Lee
Europa! Europa Film Festival returns for its fifth year, screening again in Melbourne and Sydney and expanding for the first time to cinema…
Antenna Documentary Film Festival Announces Full 2026 Program
If you want to see some of the best documentaries from around the world, mark your calendar for Antenna Documentary Film Festival 2026. …
The Diary Of Anne Frank To Open In March 2026
Award winning producers Drew Anthony Creative are continuing their 2026 east coast season with the announcement of a powerful stage adaptati…
Acoco Premiere Emma O’halloran’s Explosive, Grammy-nominated, Double-bill Mary Motorhead & Trade At The Malthouse
It’s Double Vision! ACOCO brings Irish composer Emma O’Halloran’s Explosive New Operas to Melbourne. Australian Contemporary Opera Co. (ACOCO) will present…
New Performances On Sale For The Hit Broadway Musical Anastasia In Sydney
Tickets go on sale to the general public this Friday for new performances of the highly-anticipated major musical ANASTASIA, which will open at Sydney’s Ly…
Coming To Regional Victoria In 2025-2026 – Ozact’s The Tempest
Ozact has been bringing the Bard’s works to life in Victoria’s most stunning outdoor venues for ove…
The Wizard Of Oz At The Regal Theatre This Xmas Dec 12th – 24th
Zealous Productions proudly returns for its fifth consecutive year of delivering festive theatre magic to Perth families. This year, the c…
Waitress Is Coming To Melbourne Next Year
Producer John Frost for Crossroads Live today announced that Broadway’s smash-hit musical WAITRESS will be baking its way to Melbourne in 2026….
Frozen Jr
Based on the Academy Award winning Disney animated feature film, Frozen, the Adelaide Theatre Academy’s limited season of Frozen Jr at the Goodwood Institu…
Second Victims (Det Andet Offer)
Scandinavia has a long and rich history of quality filmmaking, with innovative Directors such as Lars von Trier, Susanne Bier, Thomas Vinterberg, and Ingma…
The Last Paradise On Earth
A lot of people say the grass is greener on the other side. But what if, despite everyone else turning their back to it and telling you to do the same, you…
More Than Just A Dance Performance
The lights drop, plunging the stage and audience into darkness. The only sounds to be heard are excited, wriggling young audience members and the tap of th…
The Mountain – Fjallið (Scandinavian Film Festival)
Director and Screenwriter Ásthildur Kjartansdóttir’s third full length feature is about grief, dealing with loss, guilt and growth. Filmed in the sparse be…
Querencia Calling
For the first time PitchWhite Productions’ latest play is not written by PitchWhite’s founder Lochie Daniel but instead the company has embarked in a new d…
Small Sparkles and Little Pearls
Paco Plaza’s “Mugaritz: No Bread, No Dessert” is a poetic documentary that explores the inner workings of one of the world’s most inventive restaurants – M…
Marco, The Invented Truth – 2025 HSBC Spanish Film Festival
Based on a true story, and what an exceptional tale. Marco, The Invented Truth tells of the deception that charismatic Enric Marco unrelentingly and unapol…
Comedy With A Heart!
Babies Don’t Come with Instructions is a 2024 Spanish comedy-drama film directed by Marina Seresesky and written by Marta Sánchez and Irene Niubó based on …
Comic-Con: A Con for connection, and a love letter to local artists.
Oz Comic-Con is not only for comic book fans (although the con does boast a comic book lounge, equipped with bean bags and comic books to borrow), but for …
The Bubbles Festival: Two hours of bliss!
Who doesn’t like champagne, surely there can’t be anyone? The Bubbles Festival is currently touring around Australia spreading champagne love and we’re gla…
Spanish Film Festival: El 47
The timing of the Spanish Film Festival could not be better, as Sydney plunges into winter, the warmth of the stories, the sun drenched cinematography, and…
Horse Play: Creative Theatre Chaos – With Conscience
Backbone Youth Arts sets the stage for Horseplay, a rollicking and provocative piece centreing on a Melbourne Cup Race Day gone awry, where a chance encoun…
Rollicking Great Fun
Currently on at Qpac,“The 39 Steps” is originally a book written in 1915. A spy novel about a man living in London, who becomes entangled in murder and esp…
Thrive Productions Presents “Blackrock”
“Blackrock,” is a 1996 Australian play written by Nick Enright, and being presented this season by Thrive Productions at BackDock Arts, Fortitude Valley.
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Not a Fairytale Love Story
“Blue” is a new work written and directed by Claire Yorston. Currently showing at Pip Theatre in Milton in the intimate Level 1 Studio, a black box theatre…
Lassú: Past, Future, and Burlesque Collide
Produced by seventh-generation circus performer Merrik Ahston and creatively directed by Mitchell Woodcock, Lassú is a fusion of tradition and innovation. …
Film Review: The Boy with Pink Trousers (2025 ST. ALi Italian Film Festival)
Film Review: The Boy with Pink Trousers (2025 ST. ALi Italian Film Festival)
The Boy with Pink Trousers is based on the actual story of Andrea Spezzacat…
Dance Nation: A Provocative and Adrenaline-Driven Dramedy
Brisbane’s West End is pulsating as a capacity crowd converge upon Metro Arts Centre for Dance Nation, the latest offering from THAT Production Company. Ho…
Takacs Quartet with Angie Milliken
The Concert Hall at QPAC is a superb venue for performances such as the Takács Quartet, with the majestic Klais Grand Organ with its 6,500 pipes creating a…
Agatha Christie’s “A Murder is Announced” by the Villanova Players
Agatha Christie’s “A Murder is Announced”
The stage adaptation of one of “A Murder is Announced,” directed by Jaqueline Kerr, was performed by the Villa…
Veronica’s Room: A Compelling And Unmissable Dark Drama
As New Farm Nash Theatre’s penultimate production for 2025, Veronica’s Room invites us into an off-kilter world of imagination and manipulation, uncertain …
She Works Hard For (No) Money: A Reality Delivered With Precise Hilarity
She Works Hard For (No) Money is an ode to the superheroes in our lives: the women that make magic seem real when everything is miraculously taken care of….
Parade: The Musical
The Tony Award-winning Parade: The Musical returns to Brisbane at the Ron Hurley Theatre in Seven Hills, recounting the true and tragic story of Leo Frank …
Jack Warner – The Last Mogul
Depending on your location, the 2023 Jewish International Film Festival (JFF) is fast approaching, from 23rd October to 29th November. This year’s JFF will celebrate the 100th anniversary of Warner Bros by showcasing the documentary Jack L. Warner: The Last Mogul. The Last Mogul tells the story of the reigning figure, Jack L. Warner. Emerging from modest beginnings, he and his brothers embarked on a journey that led to the creation of Warner Bros Studios. Remarkably, for over half a century, Jack Warner held the crown of this cinematic empire, leaving a mark on the history of motion pictures. This…
I’ll Be Frank – Memories of Opa
The JFF is upon us for 2023, and depending on where you are located in Australia, it will run sometime in the date range of 23 Oct to 29 Nov, so be sure to check dates for your local area. With many varieties of film genres available, let’s delve into Aaron Lucus’ short documentary film I’ll Be Frank which is a respectful nod to his grandfather, Frank. The film opens with the information that former German citizens between 1933 and 1945 and their descendants who were deprived of their citizenship shall have their citizenship restored upon application. Thus begins an…
The Crime is Mine – French Comedy Murder Mystery Film
The Crime is Mine is the latest from acclaimed director François Ozon and features French stars Isabelle Huppert and Dany Boon, supported by a stellar cast including Fabrice Luchini, André Dussollier, Nadia Tereszkiewicz, and Rebecca Marder. Take a step back to 1930s Paris, as ‘The Crime Is Mine’ follows young and struggling actress Madeline and her loyal friend Pauline. The film begins with Madeleine being accused of murdering a renowned producer. Assisted by her friend Pauline, a jobless young lawyer, Madeleine is acquitted, claiming self-defence. Astonishingly, her life transforms into one of fame and fortune, with secrets lurking beneath the…
The Circle – The World Through Children’s Eyes
The Italian Film Festival is 23 years young and kicking off in your town. And it’s not just films with a dramatic flair but several documentaries will feature this year, including Il Cerchio – The Circle. Directed by Sophie Chiarello, The Circle chronicles the journey of Italian primary school students over a five-year period, capturing their unique outlook on the world. The Circle is the winner of best documentary at the 2023 David di Donatello and screening at this year’s Italian Film Festival. Over five years, students share their thoughts and feelings on a range of topics during circle time.…
Burning Hearts – Italian Film Festival
The Italian Film Festival is in its 23rd year after its founding at the turn of the millennium in 2000. Since then, the festival has grown in popularity to become the most significant public celebration of Italian cinema outside Italy. A feature of this year’s festival is a special presentation of New Italian Cinema’s – Burning Hearts – which takes place in the picturesque region of Puglia. This gripping crime tale reignited an age-old feud between two rival families as a forbidden love story unfolds. Burning Hearts is directed by Pippo Mezzapesa and was the Best Cinematography winner at the…
A Singular Crime – Spanish Film Festival
A Singular Crime / Un Crimen Argentino is a 2022 thriller based on the 2002 Reynaldo Sietecasebook of the same name. It’s inspired by a true story occurring in 1980 Rosario, Argentina during the “Dirty War” military dictatorship. The book was a best seller, and now the film leaves audiences just as intrigued as they try to solve the crime alongside the protagonists. It is airing at the 2023 Spanish Film Festival and is a must-watch for any who love a mystery. Unlike the book, A Singular Crime primarily follows around two court clerks, Antonio González Rivas (Nicolás Francella) and Carlos Torres (Matías Mayer), alongside the judge’s secretary, Maria Bussato (Malena Sanchez), as…
Cork Pops into the Spanish Film Festival
The Spanish Film Festival is back this June and July and celebrating it’s 25th year! Presented by Palace, the film festival is accessible online, or in person, in major cities Adelaide, Brisbane, Byron Bay, Canberra, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. There are plentiful films to choose from with helpful category groupings such as ‘New Spanish Cinema’, ‘Spotlight on Argentina’, ‘Focus on Female Filmmakers’ and more. I had the pleasure of viewing ‘Cork’ (‘Suro’), a Drama/Thriller feature film debut from Director Mikel Gurrea, that is creating a lot of excitement in its New Spanish Cinema category. It has already won a slew…
Celebrating 25 Years of the Spanish Film Festival
The Spanish Film Festival returns and is celebrating its 25th year! This time, the festival will be heading to Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide and Byron Bay, bringing with it a selection of films from across Spanish-speaking cultures. With subdivisions of New Spanish Cinema and Cine Latino and a range of genres available, there will be something for everyone in the festival program this year. The preview film for the 2023 Spanish Film Festival was Alberto Rodriguez’s Prison 77 (In Spanish, Modelo 77). Prison 77 is a prison drama film set in the late 70s that follows the fictional…
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Ireland The Voyage
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As I arrive walking in b…
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