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Jets break a sweat at West Side Story ensemble bootcamp

Jets break a sweat at West Side Story ensemble bootcamp

Ensemble performers must tackle some of the most difficult choreography in musical theatre for Opera Australia's latest production.

Australians paying twice to watch Bluey on smart TVs

Australians paying twice to watch Bluey on smart TVs

Australians paying twice to watch Bluey on smart TVs

Australians paying twice to watch Bluey on smart TVs

Deals between tech giants has caused Australians to shell out more for their favourite homegrown shows, including hit children's cartoon Bluey.

Balancing bronze unveiled at contemporary art showcase

Balancing bronze unveiled at contemporary art showcase

Balancing bronze unveiled at contemporary art showcase

Balancing bronze unveiled at contemporary art showcase

A life size bronze sculpture by artist Julie Rrap has been unveiled at the Melbourne Art Fair, which features more than 60 galleries and Aboriginal art centres.

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Youth still want live music despite festival failings

Youth still want live music despite festival failings

Young people are maintaining their enthusiasm for live music despite growing cost challenges, according to new Victorian research.

Love never gets old, says director of musical Rent

Love never gets old, says director of musical Rent

Jonathan Larson's Rent was radical when it was first staged in 1996. But now that almost 30 years have passed, how does a touring production keep it fresh?

Art Nouveau pioneer features at Art Gallery of NSW

Art Nouveau pioneer features at Art Gallery of NSW

The work of Art Nouveau innovator Alphonse Mucha and abstract painting pioneer Lesley Dumbrell feature in the 2024 program at the Art Gallery of NSW.

Swiftie spending a $174m love story for city's economy

Swiftie spending a $174m love story for city's economy

Taylor Swift's Eras Tour has spawned a spending boost of $174 million in Melbourne, according to NAB, as the blockbuster show moves to Sydney.

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Taylor Swift plays a record-breaking night at the MCG

Taylor Swift plays a record-breaking night at the MCG

Taylor Swift plays a record-breaking night at the MCG

Taylor Swift plays a record-breaking night at the MCG

Taylor Swift has kicked off the Australian leg of The Eras Tour by playing to her biggest-ever audience at the MCG, and debuting a tune from her new album.

Swift fans heartbroken by last minute scam tickets

Swift fans heartbroken by last minute scam tickets

Swift fans heartbroken by last minute scam tickets

Swift fans heartbroken by last minute scam tickets

Some Taylor Swift fans have discovered the tickets they paid for won't get them in to the pop star's first Australian concert.

Spam robots in show that hints at future evolution

Spam robots in show that hints at future evolution

Spam robots in show that hints at future evolution

Spam robots in show that hints at future evolution

Not Natural at the University of Melbourne's Science Gallery asks questions about how humans, the environment and technology may shape each other in the future.

Asbestos kills off Mardi Gras fair, shutters school

Asbestos kills off Mardi Gras fair, shutters school

Asbestos kills off Mardi Gras fair, shutters school

Asbestos kills off Mardi Gras fair, shutters school

Asbestos-tainted mulch is to blame for the closure of a primary school in Sydney's southwest and the cancellation of a major Mardi Gras festival event.

'Micro weddings' at big house on the harbour

'Micro weddings' at big house on the harbour

'Micro weddings' at big house on the harbour

'Micro weddings' at big house on the harbour

Dozens of couples have tied the knot on Valentine's day in 'micro weddings' at the Sydney Opera House.

Sheikh sparks romance better than Tinder in documentary

Sheikh sparks romance better than Tinder in documentary

Sheikh sparks romance better than Tinder in documentary

Sheikh sparks romance better than Tinder in documentary

Forget dating apps ... Muslim, Hindu and Jewish matchmakers help singles in their community find love in a new SBS documentary.

Volunteers to transcribe letters from the front lines

Volunteers to transcribe letters from the front lines

Volunteers to transcribe letters from the front lines

Volunteers to transcribe letters from the front lines

Handwritten love letters from servicemen are among documents from the Australian War Memorial collection published online as part of a transcription project.

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Why chase Swift tickets, when there's the Errors Tour

Drag queen Taylor Sheesh is bringing her Errors Tour to Australia, with a Melbourne performance at the same time as Swift's first concert at the MCG.

Fans flood box office for last Taylor Swift tickets

In what was potentially the last time for Swifties to secure tickets, fans flooded Melbourne’s streets to try their hand at the box office.

Heather Mitchell delights in return as RBG in hit play

The Sydney Theatre Company's RBG: Of Many, One was a sellout in 2022. It's returning with a second run followed by a national tour.

Alien travelator dance show trucks to Fringe Festival

Future Cargo, a science fiction dance performance staged in the back of a 40-foot trailer, is coming in to land at the Adelaide Fringe.

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Newsreader, Deadloch win big as Margot's Barbie sizzles

It's still a Barbie world with Margot Robbie and her smash hit movie winning an armful of screen awards as two productions dominated local categories.

Trailblazer Margot Robbie wins swag of gongs for Barbie

Actor and producer Margot Robbie's wild success with the Barbie movie has been recognised by the Australian screen industry with a clutch of AACTA Awards.

Renowned gallery marks four decades at the forefront

One of Australia's leading commercial galleries, Roslyn Oxley9 is marking 40-plus years of shaping the art world with a new book and group exhibition.

MCG's plea for 'Taylor-gaters' to stay out of the woods

MCG operators will review arrangements inside and outside the stadium for Taylor Swift concerts after the first night but are hoping "Taylor-gaters" stay away.

States raking in dollars as Swift Eras tour approaches

Taylor Swift's concerts will provide an economic boost for Victoria and NSW as fans blow through the money on tickets, hotels, flights and merchandise.

Ticket holder Swifties uneasy about MCG 'Taylor-gating'

Taylor Swift fans are worried about their safety after the MCG management issued a warning to anyone planning on 'Taylor-gating' outside the concert venue.

Swifties blow big bucks on prized tour merchandise

Swifties have already spent up big on Eras Tour tickets and now they are lining up for merchandise ahead of the pop superstar's upcoming Australian concerts.

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