Burlesque may conjure up images of a spangled Dita Von Teese, but the art form has a far lengthier history than the modern movements of the raven-haired femme fatale. The dramatic theatrical works of burlesque have been performed since the ... more
When Anthony Burgess' A Clockwork Orange was first released in 1962, the novel sparked outcry in its native Britain. The read was heavy with violence, greed, manipulation, aggression and power, and was met with opposition almost immediately. Despite its dark ... more
'All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others' is perhaps the most famous (and revealing) line from George Orwell's literary piece, Animal Farm. The allegorical novel is renowned for being one of the world's most admired ... more
In an age of increasing hair gel usage and metrosexuality, the lines of what constitutes manliness can be somewhat blurry. It's this confusing territory that is traipsed in the latest theatrical production to arrive on stage at Fortitude Valley's Judith ... more
Set in a chic penthouse apartment atop the Judith Wright Centre, Uta Uber Kool Ja is a hilarious display of immersive theatre. ... more
Reality television has infiltrated TV sets to the extent that it is now hard to remember life without it. From lifestyle cooking shows to profiling groups of hard-partiers at various shores around the world, reality television holds a prominence on ... more
Nick Earls is one of Brisbane’s best-known writers. Armed with pen and paper, he has managed to successfully capture a sense of the Brisbane community and its locals since the late 1980s. In 2001 Nick released World of Chickens, a ... more
It’s often the case that the ending of a film or play will please some members of the audience, but leave others wanting. If you are the type who likes an ending open to interpretation, then you may be intrigued ... more
The inspirational quote from former British prime minister Benjamin Disraeli that 'man is only great when he acts from passion' is a powerful mantra, which has been channelled in the latest theatrical production to hit La Boite Theatre. ... more
The somewhat taboo topic of mental illness recently gained some much-needed attention in the heavily awarded film Silver Linings Playbook and now, a little closer to home, the subject is again being addressed in the production Next to Normal. ... more
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