Category: Entertainment & Pop Culture

Last night at Hamer Hall in Melbourne, I attended The Royal Family Dance Crew – Defend the Throne as part of the RISING Festival 2026, and it completely redefined what I expect from a live performance in this iconic venue. I’m used to seeing classical concerts and orchestral performances at Hamer Hall, so it was […]

I’ve always been a fan of AC/DC, but seeing them live for the first time at the MCG on Wednesday, 12 November 2025, was an unforgettable experience. From start to finish, you could feel the energy and realise you were witnessing something truly special. Image: AC/DC Live in Melbourne 2025, credit Yoothz The AC/DC POWER […]

Joanna Murray-Smith’s new stage adaptation of The Talented Mr Ripley has arrived at the Playhouse, Arts Centre Melbourne, giving Patricia Highsmith’s iconic psychological thriller a sharp, modern edge. Presented by Sydney Theatre Company, this Melbourne season runs until 23 November 2025 and follows a highly praised world premiere in Sydney. This adaptation brings all the […]

Melbourne Theatre Company brings a compelling new adaptation of Daphne du Maurier’s Rebecca to the stage, adapted and directed by Artistic Director Anne-Louise Sarks. This haunting reimagining of the 1938 gothic novel is now playing at Southbank Theatre until 5 November 2025. The story follows a young, unnamed woman who falls for the dashing widower […]

The Melbourne Fringe Festival 2025 returns from 30 September to 19 October 2025, transforming the city into a vibrant playground of art, performance, and creativity. This year’s theme, Action Heroes, calls on everyone to step up and be part of the action — whether that means dancing, creating, or simply joining in. For teenagers, the […]

Brisbane Festival 2025 returns from 5 – 27 September 2025, bringing an expansive, city-wide celebration of arts, culture, and live performance that’s perfect for teenagers seeking inspiration, entertainment, and immersive experiences. Spanning 23 days, the festival features 2,260 artists across 106 productions and 1,069 performances, including 21 world premieres, with over 43% of the program […]

The Australian Ballet presents the highly anticipated return of DanceX 2025, a two-week Festival of Dance in Melbourne celebrating the depth, range, and diversity of dance across Australia and New Zealand. Running from 8 – 19 October 2025 at Arts Centre Melbourne (Playhouse Theatre, Fairfax Studio, and The Show Room), DanceX showcases world-class performances from […]

Melbourne’s Regent Theatre is now haunted by the Aussie premiere of Beetlejuice The Musical, and it’s an absolute scream. Eddie Perfect, who wrote the score, takes on the title role in this bold, chaotic hit full of gothic comedy, heart, and jaw-dropping spectacle. Image: Beetlejuice The Musical Australian Production, Photo by Michelle Grace Hunder THE […]

Now playing at Arts Centre Melbourne, Kimberly Akimbo is a big-hearted, laugh-out-loud, and quietly heartbreaking musical about growing up when life gives you anything but a fair shot. After debuting in New York in 2022, Kimberly Akimbo won five Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical and Best Original Score. Presented by Melbourne Theatre Company […]