Review: Song of First Desire

Saturday 1 March 2025 Belvoir St Upstairs “Those who don’t learn history are doomed to repeat it.” George Santayana  These famous words, fittingly penned by Madrid-born Spanish-American philosopher, Santayana, are at the crux of this riveting, powerful real life drama. In Song of First Desire we are thrown head-long into the Spanish Civil War. We […]

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Review: Candlelight Concert: A Magical Evening of Hans Zimmer’s Music in Sydney

Reviewed by Anna-Celine Rautenberg This past Saturday, Sydney was treated to an extraordinary evening of music as Fever’s Candlelight Concert series brought the iconic compositions of Hans Zimmer to life. Set against the intimate and atmospheric backdrop of a candlelit venue, this concert was a mesmerizing journey through some of Zimmer’s most beloved film scores. […]

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Switched On: SHABAKA

Jazz maestro, Shabaka Hutchings took up the clarinet from age nine, playing in calypso bands while studying classical repertoire, and often practising over hip hop beats and music native to Barbados, where he spent much of his childhood. Since then, Shabaka has collaborated with a range of luminaries including Mulatu Astatke, Andre 3000, Floating Points, […]

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Review: “Turpentine” – A Gothic Thriller That Stuns and Overwhelms

Reviewed by Anna-Celine Rautenberg “Turpentine” is a bold and unsettling new gothic play that grips its audience with an intoxicating blend of horror, dark humor, and psychological intensity. Written by Tommy James Green, who also stars as the tormented Dr. Raymond Crow, this eerie production marks the debut of Popular Playhouse at Flight Path Theatre, running […]

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Switched On: The Necks

Revered sonic trailblazers and one of Australia’s great cult bands, The Necks, embark on their Australian tour in early 2025 to celebrate the release of their 20th studio album, Bleed. Bleed features a singular, 42-minute composition that explores the sublime language of stillness. Adding to their vast body of work with a totally distinct entry, The […]

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Review: Hadestown: A Captivating Journey Into the Underworld at the Theatre Royal

Reviewed by Samantha Rumery and Anna-Celine Rautenberg Hadestown is a truly magical theatrical experience that will stay with us for a long time. From the very first notes, we were swept away, and it was clear that this production was something extraordinary. We were lucky enough to attend the Australian premiere at Theatre Royal Sydney, and […]

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Review: Rolling the Dice for Fun: ‘Dungeons & Dragons: The Twenty-Sided Tavern’ at Sydney Opera House

Sydney Opera House Studio Reviewed by Anna-Celine Rautenberg Stepping into the Studio at the Sydney Opera House for Dungeons & Dragons: The Twenty-Sided Tavern felt like stepping into another dimension – one where the boundaries between audience and performers blurred, and chaos reigned supreme (in the best way possible). For those unfamiliar, The Twenty-Sided Tavern is an interactive theatre […]

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Review: Bondi Latin Fiesta 2025

By: Silvana Geraldino The Bondi Festival was held on Sunday, the 9th of February, at the Bondi Pavilion on Bondi Beach. Showcasing a good variety of music performances, workshops and food. From dance workshops and musical groups representing music from different regions to painting and arts and crafts, the festival was a vibrant celebration of […]

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How to Stay Informed, Avoid News Fatigue, and Focus on What Matters

If you’re like me, over the past few weeks, the flurry of news coming out of the United States has been stressful to navigate. The rate at which the new administration of President Trump has flooded the news cycle is at such a fast pace, it can feel like the casual news reader is drowning […]

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Come see Homegrown talent d Henry Fenton this Feb!

d Henry Fenton is a prolific singer-songwriter boasting an expansive oeuvre of albums and hit singles. Born in New Zealand and raised in Australia, he now calls the US home. Known for songs that are distinctive in their melodic, rhythmic and earthy tones- he is famously noted to have, “melodies that remind one of a […]

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Gear up for Lazybones February 2025!

This New Year brings with it excitement and anticipation for things to come. New opportunities, renewed hopes and exciting prospects are typically on top of bucket lists! Look no further than Lazybones Lounge! Brimming with eclectic decor, innovative cuisine and exuberance – Lazybones Lounge stands out as must-see in the heart of Marrickville. The regular […]

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