We know about the likes of Peter Lalor at the Eureka Stockade. We know about the workers’ protests for an 8 hour working day. But did you know there were aboriginal resistance fighters within two hours of Melbourne? Who marched…
Director Isaac Drandic opens the program by saying, ‘Anyone who has ever been in love can access this work’. I can’t think of a better way to introduce ‘Blood on the Dance Floor‘ by ILBIJERRI Theatre Company. I am a…
‘SticksnStones on Birrung Marr‘ marked the beginning of Reconciliation Week (27 May to 3 June). In addition to National Sorry Day being on the 26 of May, the event called us to ask ourselves — what can we do to…
It’s basically impossible not to get swept up in the immediate beauty of a fashion show, but I’ve always found myself just as intrigued by the stories and inspiration that lie behind all those pretty clothes. So when I learned…
An Aboriginal cabaret show under the stars – what a unique way to spend a night. Malthouse Theatre’s outdoor courtyard plays host to Blak Cabaret, a mélange of music and drag, pathos interspersed with comedy. The overarching plotline centres around…
“Look at the Aboriginal basket I wove!” How often do you get to say that? If you’re me, you get to say it every time someone comes over, as you proudly show off what you created at the Koorie Heritage…