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Review: THE DICTIONARY OF LOST WORDS at Dunstan Playhouse, Adelaide Festival Centre
by Barry Lenny - April 10, 2025


A superb example of stage and theatre craft.

Art Gallery of South Australia Celebrates 50 Years Of Minimalist Masterpiece By Donald Judd
by A.A. Cristi - April 08, 2025


One of the Art Gallery of South Australia’s most significant works, Donald Judd’s triangular sculpture Untitled, 1974-75, celebrates its fiftieth anniversary in 2025.

Art Gallery of South Australia Celebrates 50 Years Of Minimalist Masterpiece By Donald Judd
by A.A. Cristi - April 08, 2025


One of the Art Gallery of South Australia’s most significant works, Donald Judd’s triangular sculpture Untitled, 1974-75, celebrates its fiftieth anniversary in 2025.

Stars Nominated For Adelaide Festival Centre's Walk Of Fame
by Stephi Wild - April 08, 2025


South Australians can now vote online to help choose the next artist to have their name set in lights on Adelaide Festival Centre's Walk of Fame, with 14 top performers from 2024 on the shortlist.

Stars Nominated For Adelaide Festival Centre's Walk Of Fame
by Stephi Wild - April 08, 2025


South Australians can now vote online to help choose the next artist to have their name set in lights on Adelaide Festival Centre's Walk of Fame, with 14 top performers from 2024 on the shortlist.

Review: LABOUR OF LOVE at St. Jude’s Hall
by Barry Lenny - April 08, 2025


A labour of love for St Jude’s Players.

Review: MUM’S GIFT at ARTS Theatre
by Barry Lenny - April 04, 2025


Will Mum get her wings? There’s only one way to find out.

Review: BILLY ELLIOT at Shedley Theatre
by Barry Lenny - April 02, 2025


It has heart, it has soul.

Adelaide Cabaret Festival Celebrates Its 25th Birthday With A Sparkling Program
by A.A. Cristi - April 01, 2025


It's the gift that keeps on giving, Adelaide Cabaret Festival is turning 25 and in a birthday celebration like no other, audiences are invited to join the party and ‘BLING IT ON', with a contemporary, and star-studded lineup has announced - tickets on sale from 12pm ACDT. 

Adelaide Cabaret Festival Celebrates Its 25th Birthday With A Sparkling Program
by A.A. Cristi - April 01, 2025


It's the gift that keeps on giving, Adelaide Cabaret Festival is turning 25 and in a birthday celebration like no other, audiences are invited to join the party and ‘BLING IT ON', with a contemporary, and star-studded lineup has announced - tickets on sale from 12pm ACDT. 

Max Streaming Service Now Live In Australia
by Josh Sharpe - March 31, 2025


Max, the premiere streaming service, is officially live in Australia. Bringing together HBO, Warner Bros, Discovery, and more, Australians can now enjoy thousands of hours of premium entertainment.

Review: LIFE WITHOUT ME at Stirling Community Theatre
by Barry Lenny - March 30, 2025


A fascinating and complex piece of theatre.

Review: LIFE WITHOUT ME at Stirling Community Theatre
by Barry Lenny - March 30, 2025


A fascinating and complex piece of theatre.

inSPACE Fringe Award Revealed and Expressions of Interest Now Open
by Stephi Wild - March 28, 2025


Yellow Brick Theatre Company's DUST has been awarded the inSPACE Fringe Award, and expressions of interest for Adelaide Festival Centre's 2026 inSPACE program are open to South Australian creatives.

Review: SISTER ACT at Adelaide Festival Theatre, Adelaide Festival Centre
by Barry Lenny - March 27, 2025


This bright and bubbly musical is sure to attract large audiences.

Adelaide Festival Centre Announces Kate Gould As New CEO
by A.A. Cristi - March 26, 2025


Adelaide Festival Centre Trust has announced the appointment of Kate Gould as the new incoming Chief Executive Officer of Adelaide Festival Centre – Australia's first major performing arts centre.

THE OTHER PLACE Comes to The Adelaide Repertory Theatre
by Stephi Wild - March 25, 2025


The Adelaide Repertory Theatre Company has announced its upcoming production, 'The Other Place,' written by Sharr White and directed by David Sinclair. Learn more here!

Review: CLUB AMOUR – ADELAIDE FESTIVAL 2025 at Adelaide Festival Theatre, Adelaide Festival Centre
by Barry Lenny - March 20, 2025


The whole evening had felt clumsy, awkward, and without focus.

House Of Oz Announces Shortlist For The Purse Prize From Adelaide Fringe 2025 
by A.A. Cristi - March 13, 2025


Adelaide Fringe in partnership with House of Oz has revealed the five extraordinary  productions shortlisted for the prestigious 2025 House of Oz Prize Purse.

THE RAMBLING MAN: A TRAVEL SHOW... WITH LIES Comes to Adelaide Fringe
by Stephi Wild - March 13, 2025


Get ready for some shady travel advice this Adelaide Fringe with the premiere of The Rambling Man: A Travel Show… with Lies live at the General Havelock! Learn more here!

100 YEARS OF RELIABILITY Documentary Debuts at Gawler Cinema
by A.A. Cristi - March 12, 2025


South Australia's iconic 24 Hour Trial is revving into cinemas with the premiere of 100 Years of Reliability: Australia's Oldest Motorcycle Event this weekend. Produced by Six Foot Four Productions and Golden Creative, the film offers an immersive look at the 24 Hour Trial's centenary race—one of Australia's most iconic and enduring off-road motorcycle events, first held in 1924.

HEMLINES Comedy Musical is Coming to Adelaide Fringe
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 12, 2025


If you're looking for a show that blends sharp wit, dynamic movement, and an unforgettable dose of laughter, Hemlines is coming to this year's Adelaide Fringe Festival. Learn more!

A Decade Of Adelaide's UNESCO City Of Music Status Will Be Celebrated With International Jazz Day Concert
by Stephi Wild - March 11, 2025


Adelaide Festival Centre will join global celebrations for UNESCO's International Jazz Day 2025, marking the 10th anniversary of Adelaide's designation as a UNESCO City of Music.

Review: CAMILLE O’SULLIVAN: LOVE LETTER – ADELAIDE FESTIVAL 2025 at Her Majesty's Theatre, Adelaide Festival Centre
by Barry Lenny - March 06, 2025


Let’s hope that we don’t have to wait too long for another visit.

Review: THE POETRY GARDEN – ADELAIDE FRINGE 2025 at Courtyard At Treasury 1860
by Barry Lenny - March 03, 2025


One of those little nuggets of pure gold that can be found in the Adelaide Fringe.


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