‘The Children’: a play about nuclear fallout, friendly reunion and adult (and industry) responsibility
Given that one of the key subjects of English play The Children – performed this month by Black Swan State Theatre Company – is nuclear fallout,…
Japanese Film Festival 2024 program packed with comedies, classics, manga and more
From the heart-warming to the tear-jerking and hair-raising, the Japanese Film Festival returns across Australia for its 28th rendition from 24 September – 10 November with an ensemble…
Latest production of ‘Death of a Salesman’ is powerfully transformative theatre
Arthur Miller’s greatest American play, Death of a Salesman, directed by Neil Armfield and produced by Andrew Henry, is currently on at Crown Theatre, and presenting…
Breaking down the themes of Madonna’s landmark album ‘Like A Prayer’ (the album turns 35 this year)
This year marks the 35th anniversary of Madonna‘s perennial album Like A Prayer. Upon its release, ‘Like A Prayer’ received universal acclaim from music critics, who…
Mmmm, simply loving the new smartphone models from Motorola
Motorola has certainly made its presence known on the smartphone market recently, with the release of several new models including the new moto g85 5G, available…
Get set for a strange, tainted and twisted film, darling
Luna Palace Cinemas are certainly stepping up their game with their film selections being far more exciting and enticing than those offered by the bigger chain…
QT Perth offers a juxtaposition of contemporary cool and cosy classicism
Antonino Tati checks into Perth’s QT hotel for a one-night staycation and feels like he’s a thousand miles from home. Aside from its bold brass…
‘Block Party’: a game that’s like ‘Pictionary’ but with 3D blocks
When I was in Grade 1, the first thing my teacher presented each student with was a set of Cuisenaire rods – a collection of brightly…
Sydneysiders, get to play ‘Star Wars Outlaws’ before the game becomes officially available to the public
If we said you have the chance to play Star Wars Outlaws before it is officially released to the public, would that excite you? Yes, we…
Aussie Rock Anthems: an eclectic selection of Australian music in one encyclopaedic tome
There’s likely not a single adult born in Australia who couldn’t hum the chorus to songs such as Men at Work’s Down Under, John Farnham’s You’re…
Cirque du Soleil’s ‘Luzia’ amazes with awesome sets and and awe-inspiring acrobatics
Part circus extravaganza, part fever dream, and all-round great entertainment, Luzia is an incarnation of Cirque du Soleil that debuted in April 2016 and has only…
Hairspray – The Musical heading to Perth in September
I’ve appreciated the irony and humour of Hairspray ever since I saw the original John Waters film eons ago. The first time I saw a stage…
‘The Wedding Singer’ musical: as madcap and aesthetically hilarious as the original film was
Perth-based musical producer and director Drew Anthony knows a thing or two about putting on a good show. Already he has enjoyed success with musical productions…
