Tuesday 12 November 2024 Seymour Centre Soft Tread Review by Paul Neeson (Arts Wednesday) It is with mixed emotions that we say farewell to a 25 year old theatre institution, the Wharf Revue. Writers Jonathan Biggins, Drew Forsythe and Phillip Scott have decided to call it a day to “spend more time with family” and […]
Category: Program Blogs
Review: Female of the Species at the Old Fitz
Sunday 10 November 2024 Old Fitz Theatre Rogue Projects Review by Paul Neeson (Arts Wednesday) From time to time a play comes along that challenges your beliefs, but then flips it all around so you find yourself thinking that is exactly what I believe. Then it does it again, and again, and again until you […]
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New Stories, Old Tales: Belvoir St Theatre 2025 Season
Belvoir is a great big ongoing unfinished story made up of all the stories we tell, have ever told, and are yet to tell. Every new show adds to this gargantuan decades-long group-improvisation. It is a tale told by thousands. An epic hundreds of episodes long. Full of heroism and feats of daring. Ever-changing. Full […]
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First Day On The Job – Harvey Andrews
My name is Harvey Andrews, and I am starting my week of work experience here at Eastside Radio. Coming from Year 10 at Sydney Secondary College, Balmain Campus, my school has a week designated towards participating in work experience, and I chose to spend it here, as I would love to work in the music […]
An Arvo of Funk, Soul and Afrobeats: Soul of Sydney!
Soul of Sydney is celebrating their 13th year by providing an inventive afternoon amalgamating Funk, Soul and Afrobeats. A versatile collective of artists, creatives and musicians bonded by their love of music – Soul of Sydney comes from humble beginnings. Initially launched as a blog in 2009 before gradually moving onto the outdoor park scene, […]
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Meet Eastside’s newest Intern – Christina
Hi everyone, I’m one of Eastside Radio’s newest interns. A bit about meI’m a 23-year old teaching student in Sydney. I am passionate about languages and cultures. In addition to English, I speak Kannada and Hindi (Indian languages) as well as a bit of French and Spanish. I grew up in a family that enjoys […]
Review: Magritte
26 OCTOBER 2024 – 9 FEBRUARY 2025 AGNSW Naala Nura (South Building) Lower level 2 Review by: Anthony Frater (Arts Wednesday) Every now and again a blockbuster exhibition comes along and lives up to the hype. Magritte, on now at the AGNSW is an extraordinary exhibition. A comprehensive retrospective showcasing many of the artists most […]
DONUT SAMPLES: Brazil (part 1)
November 2002. Legendary hip hop producer Madlib had just arrived in São Paulo, Brazil. With nothing but a portable turntable and his SP-303 digital sampler, he had already put together a makeshift recording setup next to the built-in tape deck in his hotel room. At the time, the Brazilian record market was yet to be […]
Review: The Kingdom of Eucalypts
Thursday 31 October 2024 Bondi Pavilion Moira Blumenthal Productions Review by Paul Neeson (Arts Wednesday) The Kingdom of Eucalypts is a powerful play that explores many controversial themes while telling the story of one of Australia’s best known writers, Miles Franklin. Playwright Alice Spigelman asks us to grapple with race, feminism, political ideology, the role […]
Review: Ingrid Fliter Performs Chopin
Wednesday 30 October, 2024 Sydney Symphony Orchestra Sydney Opera House Review by Paul Neeson (Arts Wednesday) Argentinian pianist, Ingrid Fliter gave a consummate demonstration of how to make the piano sing the way Frederic Chopin would have in her graceful performance of his 1st Piano Concerto with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra. Brazilian conductor Eduardo Strausser […]
Sunset Cinema Bondi 20
Sunset Cinema returns to the Dolphin Court for another unmissable summer of outdoor movies! Get ready for an unforgettable summer experience! Starting 14th November, Sunset Cinema will be screening films from Tuesday to Sunday for six weeks, featuring a blend of new releases, family favorites, and timeless classics—all set against the stunning beachside backdrop of Bondi’s iconic Dolphin […]
Experience the best of French Wine at Le Grape Escape!
Join us at Le Grape Escape, a celebration of France’s finest wines featuring 110 selections from renowned regions like Beaujolais and Champagne! Explore Beaujolais: Dive into the unique identity of Beaujolais, where the Romans first planted vineyards centuries ago. Discover exceptional wines from innovative producers like Foillard and Marcel Lapierre, and savor the standout crus […]
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