Theatre

Daniel Evans takes the helm at Queensland Theatre

Queensland Theatre’s recent troubles will all be forgotten with the news that one-time theatre wunderkind Daniel Evans, now a highly respected playwright and director, has been appointed as its new artistic director.

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Film & TV

Ten top TV shows you might have missed in 2024

With the seemingly ever-increasing list of streaming services, not to mention traditional networks, there are more television shows released in any given year than one person could possibly watch. TV writer Lisa Woolford highlights 10 of the best from this year.

Film review: Gladiator II

Enraged by the death of his wife, the slave gladiator Lucius enters the Roman arena hunting vengeance and glory in this sequel that sees Paul Mescal take on the legacy of Russell Crowe.

Film review: Widow Clicquot

In this very French story showing as part of the British Film Festival, a young widow mixes business acumen with pioneering techniques to create a style of sparkling white that captivates the world.

Film review: The Outrun

A windswept island north of Scotland becomes the rugged backdrop for a woman trying to outrun her alcoholic London life, with a remarkable performance from Saoirse Ronan.

Music

Back under southern skies – Schaupp and Noonan

When Karin Schaupp and Katie Noonan’s album Songs of the Southern Skies proved so popular they decided to follow it up with a second volume.

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Visual Art

Journey to the ends of the Earth …

Brisbane artist Peter Anderson is an adventurer in the mould of Mawson and Shackleton, so it’s fitting that his paintings chronicle his own incredible adventures.

The heart of the matter – celebrating Ben Quilty

Good neighbours and new friends at APT11

Life in Coen: Through the looking glass with Naomi Hobson

Books & Poetry

Poems: Connection & Freedom

This week’s Poet’s Corner features a further two contributions from Kim Geraty.

Meet the Macarthurs – Australia’s first power couple

Griffith Review takes a leap of faith

Poems: Convergence & Point of View

Theatre

‘Up the pong!’ and other Twist faves in a musical that delights

A much-loved children’s book and television series is now a stage musical, thanks to QPAC and Queensland Theatre.

Ben Elton is on a mission to save humanity – but not from AI, stupid!

While Ben Elton still calls Australia home, after trying out his mind-bending new show back in the UK he’s touring it Down Under in 2025.

How to take the mickey out of enlightenment and corporate greed

Dipika Guha’s Yoga Play is an hilarious piss-take on the wellness industry and the corporatisation of enlightenment.

Love is in the air: Romeo and Juliet to pirouette QB into 2025

After some rough seas in 2024 Queensland Ballet is steadying the ship for its 2025 season.

Music

‘Sing as if you’re listening’: Life according to Rufus

Rufus Wainwright’s upcoming tour Down Under is something uplifting for the world-renowned singer-songwriter to look forward to – and a much-needed break from Trump’s America.

Back under southern skies – Schaupp and Noonan

When Karin Schaupp and Katie Noonan’s album Songs of the Southern Skies proved so popular they decided to follow it up with a second volume.

Sumi Jo of the Outback – superstar soprano goes bush!

The Festival of Outback Opera is a unique arts event to be made even more special in 2025 when Opera Queensland will showcase Korean soprano superstar Sumi Jo as the headline act.

Virtue triumphs as Nina soars in the land of pirates

She’s the very model of a major opera star – acclaimed First Nations soprano Nina Korbe takes on The Pirates of Penzance – In Concert.

Commentary

The night managers: Churchill fellows want to put us on the map

Two talented Churchill Fellowship recipients have big ambitions – to change the Queensland arts landscape for the better.

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