Moana 2: A New Wave of Adventure

The first Moana film from 2016 was an instant hit, captivating children (and parents) with its stunning animation, catchy songs from Lin-Manuel Miranda, and heartwarming story of a young Polynesian girl destined to save her people. Eight years later Moana…

Review Zaffé at Arts House

Last night my daughter and I enjoyed the immersive theatre experience Zaffé. Led by director Stéphanie Ghajar, Zaffé’s international team of musicians, poets, and theatremakers worked together for three years to develop this work – Lara Week, Ayman Kaake, Jean…

Genesys: Anyma’s Future Vision Comes Alive in Melbourne

Melbourne’s Flemington Racecourse transformed into a sensory wonderland as Anyma made his Australian debut with the acclaimed audiovisual show Genesys. Presented by ALWAYS LIVE and Untitled Group, this one-night-only experience promised—and delivered—an unforgettable journey into music, light, and visual art….

A Hot Summer Night: Tramp Lights Up Naarm with Queer Joy

Last weekend, Melbourne’s queer scene was electrified as Tramp brought together a fabulous lineup of international icons, local legends, and unapologetically bold performances for a one-night-only celebration at PICA. Courtesy of the crew behind Summer Camp, this ALLWAYS LIVE event…

Millon Wines Advent Calendar

12 Days of Wine Delight: The Millon Wines’ Advent Calendar

With the festive season creeping closer, there’s one holiday tradition that we truly miss as adults: the classic advent calendar. There’s something about counting down the days until the holidays (with a little treat) that just seems like the right…

Defying Gravity: Wicked Dazzles On The Big Screen

Before the Wizard, before the Yellow Brick Road, there was a world of magic, mystery, and misunderstood witches. Wicked the movie transports us to the enchanting realm of OZ, a place where good and evil intertwine, and the true story…

Hallelujah! Sister Act Opens in Melbourne

Praise be! Sister Act is in Australia! The divine musical comedy is loosely based on the 1992 film directed by Emile Ardolino and starring the fabulous Whoopi Goldberg about a singer who witnesses a murder and needs to be hidden…

A Sweet Afternoon Affair at Cherry Hill

There’s nothing quite like an afternoon in the Yarra Valley, and our recent visit to Cherry Hill in Coldstream was a standout. We were warmly greeted with Cherry Bellini’s, which were bursting with Cherry  Hill’s signature cherry liqueur. The welcome…

Take That’s Epic Arena Show at Rod Laver Arena

Take That’s return to Australia on Wednesday, 6 November, at Melbourne’s Rod Laver Arena was nothing short of a spectacle. My Plus One and I were beyond excited for their first live show in Melbourne since 2017, and they did…