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Big, bold, and comedy gold: Hairspray is back in Melbourne

Big, bold, and comedy gold! The smash hit big-hearted, multi award-winning Broadway hit musical Hairspray in back in Melbourne, playing at the iconic Regent Theatre. Starring much-loved stage and screen performer Shane Jacobson in drag as Edna Turnblad, Todd McKenney…

Looking for Alibrandi

Albrandi has finally been found – a review

“Looking For Alibrandi” is now showing at the Malthouse Theatre. Based on the beloved novel by Melina Marchetta published in 1992, which was turned into a film in 2000, the story has now been adapted for stage. Directed by Stephen…

Melbourne International Film Festival Celebrates 70 years of Cinema

It’s that time of the year again when cinema lovers of Melbourne brave the arctic weather for a nice big glass of red wine and some truly excellent cinema. Celebrating a monumental 70th program this year overflowing with showcases, buzz-worthy international…

Raise A Glass for World Gin Day

What were you up to on the 11th of June, also known as World Gin Day? I was lucky enough to be trying Citadelle’s new gin: Jardin d’été. The story behind the gin is especially romantic. It is inspired by…

Celebrating National Burger Day 2022

Where were you on Saturday, May the 28th? We were celebrating one of our favourite foodie holidays – National Burger Day! This year, we got the opportunity to try Future Farm‘s new plant-based patties and range, adding some vegan flair…

Rinky Dink ice skating at Rising Festival

Rising Turns Up The Heat This Winter

After a devastating false start last year due to a snap lockdown, Rising is back with a huge lineup of art, music, food and performance across Melbourne. Three years in the making, the full program is packed full of exciting and…

Review of ‘Security’ by Michele Lee, Darebin Arts

“Security”, written by Michele Lee, directed by Alice Qin, is now showing at Northcote Town Hall until Sunday. I saw it last night with my teenage daughter and we both thought it was brilliant. I’ve heard a lot of positive…

Plates of food

Fable Melbourne launches their first winter menu

It’s easy to see why Melbourne’s glorious rooftop bar Fable was such a success when it launched late this summer. Delicious food, great drinks and unmatched views of the CBD had eager city dwellers lining up to visit. With winter…

Umbra bar Fitzroy

Umbra Vegan Bar Welcomes Superstar Chefs

Fitzroy’s Brunswick Street has been the go-to place for delicious vegan and vegetarian food for decades. In that tradition, Umbra Bar (meaning shade) has launched a cozy new late night bar and eatery boasting locally sourced food, a 100% plant based…