Arts & Culture

Blue Jean
Blue Jean is powerful directorial debut from creator Georgie Oakley supported by the emotional range of lead Rosy McEwan.
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The latest from The Johnston Collection
Acclaimed East Melbourne exhibition-house The Johnston Collection warmly welcomes Dr Louise Voll Box as CEO and introduces a new exhibition A Home of One’s Own.
Read MoreNew Carlton gallery exhibits the “future dreaming” of incarcerated First Nations artists
The Torch’s inaugural exhibition at its new gallery on Elgin St will see Future Dreaming - visions of the future come to life from November 2 to November 24, featuring artworks from first-time painters as well as seasoned participants of its program.
Read MoreCelebrating the life and work of Julian Centofanti
Carlton’s art community is in mourning following the sad death of Carlton Arts Centre (CAC) owner, pottery teacher and artist, Julian Centofanti.
Read MoreDr Julian Smith: surgeon and photographer
One of East Melbourne’s more notable residents was Dr Julian Smith; a remarkable man, famous in two very different fields, surgery and photography.
Read MoreLa Mama presents an exciting spring season line-up
La Mama has unveiled its spring season of captivating performances, which promises to showcase “the absolute worst and the absolute best of humanity”, over three months.
Read MoreFringe, Catholicism, diversity
“PLAY UP!” is the rallying cheer for this year’s Melbourne Fringe Festival.
Read MoreThe lost empire of Putin
A new, informative book delves into the mindset of Russian president Vladimir Putin and puts the conflict in Ukraine into an historical perspective.
Read MoreMelbourne Symphony Orchestra’s movie concert series returns
The last tickets are on sale for the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra’s (MSO) eighth and final performance of Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back this October.
Read MoreAuthor shows lighter side of university life in new book
Carlton author Dr Leslie Kilmartin has launched his first satirical novel, taking readers on a hilarious journey in what is usually the serious realm of academia.
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ABC journalist launches new novel
