Arts & Culture
La Mama celebrates its storied past with limited-edition vintage prints
La Mama Theatre is inviting Melburnians to take home a piece of Australian theatre history, releasing a striking new series of limited-edition vintage prints that honour the iconic venue’s early decades.
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Fresh voices shine as Readings Prize winners announced in Carlton
Three emerging Australian authors were celebrated in Carlton on November 14, as Readings announced the winners of its annual literary prizes – a unique program dedicated to supporting debut and second-time writers across children’s, young adult and adult fiction.
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Bridget McDonnell Gallery prepares for another festive season of fine art
One of Carlton’s longest-running art traditions returns this December, with Bridget McDonnell Gallery set to unveil its annual Christmas Exhibition – a much-loved showcase featuring 100 works, all priced under $2000.
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Introducing Home Comforts
The Johnston Collection, “East Melbourne’s best kept secret”, welcomes visitors to their new exhibition.
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La Mama Theatre returns in 2026 with exciting new program
After a year-long pause prompted by funding cuts, Carlton’s beloved La Mama Theatre will return in 2026 with a reimagined program that reaffirms its place at the heart of Melbourne’s independent arts scene.
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UMAC closes out 2025 with two bold new productions
The University of Melbourne Arts and Culture (UMAC) is closing out the year with two standout productions that promise to captivate audiences with their depth, artistry, and heart.
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Future Dreaming exhibition off to a flying start
The Torch’s Future Dreaming exhibition has kicked off to a phenomenal start, with more than half of the artworks already sold.
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The Torch Gallery’s Future Dreaming exhibition returns
Sean Barker’s artistic journey began in Daly River in the Northern Territory, where he would watch his mother paint when he was a child. However, his journey to behind the canvas was not without its challenges.
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Carlton exhibition celebrates the city’s love affair with coffee
Melbourne’s passion for coffee takes centre stage this November in Carlton with Melbourne Through the Coffee Cup, a new photographic exhibition exploring how espresso culture came to define the city’s identity.
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Weapons – a review
Not knowing when to laugh or scream. Weapons (2025) is the newest film by Zach Cregger, following his breakout horror hit Barbarian (2022).
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The myth of the golden bust in Royal Park
Now or Never returns to Melbourne with bold new program
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