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1. Anton Berezin, Theresa Borg and Julian Weeks – July 26th, 2026 from Sunday Arts Magazine

   Jul 30, 202617 min

   Producer Anton Berezin, director Therèsa Borg and actor Julian Weeks are among the creative forces behind the world premiere of The Ballad of Dan O’Malley, a gripping new Australian play staged at Theatre Works’ Explosives Factory in St Kilda. Running from 12 to 22 August, the production dives into the true‑to‑life football scandal that shook the AFL, with Weeks appearing in a strong ensemble cast. Audiences can experience this premiere season at the Explosives Factory, rear 67 Inkerman Street, during its ten‑day run. Cast announced for the world premiere season of The Ballad of Dan O’Malley: A Football Tragedy The post Anton Berezin, Theresa Borg and Julian Weeks – July 26th, 2026 appeared first on Sunday Arts Magazine .

2. Mama Alto – July 26th, 2026 from Sunday Arts Magazine

   Jul 30, 202612 min

   The transcendent vocalist Mama Alto joins Moira Finucane’s Dance Palace, the month‑long celebration reopening Luna Park’s restored Luna Palace. Running from 20 August to 12 September, the festival brings together more than 30 artists across cabaret, music, burlesque and live art. Mama Alto’s luminous presence forms part of this exuberant program, with performances unfolding every Thursday to Saturday inside the newly revitalised Luna Palace at Luna Park Melbourne. Dance Palace The post Mama Alto – July 26th, 2026 appeared first on Sunday Arts Magazine .

3. Dianne Toulson – July 26th, 2026 from Sunday Arts Magazine

   Jul 30, 202614 min

   Artistic director and producer Dianne Toulson prepares to farewell Theatre Works after eight transformative years at the helm. Her leadership has reshaped the organisation into a thriving multi‑venue precinct, delivering record box‑office results and expansive programming. As she steps down in July 2026, this moment marks a heartfelt thank‑you to her stewardship and the community she has championed. Audiences can continue to experience her final curated season across Theatre Works’ venues throughout 2026. https://www.broadwayworld.com/australia-melbourne/article/Theatre-Works-Executive-Director-Dianne-Toulson-Announces-Planned-Departure-20251207 The post Dianne Toulson – July 26th, 2026 appeared first on Sunday Arts Magazine .

4. Syd Brisbane – July 26th, 2026 from Sunday Arts Magazine

   Jul 30, 202615 min

   Creator, performer and producer Syd Brisbane joins Bloomshed’s re‑imagining of George Orwell’s Animal Farm, a sharply satirical and high‑energy adaptation landing at Arts Centre Melbourne’s Fairfax Studio from 12 to 22 August. Brisbane appears as part of the ensemble bringing this politically charged, confetti‑strewn rework to life, with the production reframing Orwell’s allegory through an Australian lens. Audiences can catch the show at the Fairfax Studio during its limited August run. https://www.bloomshed.org/animal-farm-1 The post Syd Brisbane – July 26th, 2026 appeared first on Sunday Arts Magazine .

5. Sharon Millerchip – July 26th, 2026 from Sunday Arts Magazine

   Jul 30, 202611 min

   As resident director of SIX the Musical, Sharon Millerchip guides the Australian company through its latest Melbourne season, now in full swing at the Comedy Theatre. The production has returned with a refreshed cast and a surge of audience enthusiasm, following its official opening this week and continuing through to 4 October. Audiences can experience the pop‑powered retelling of the six wives of Henry VIII at the Comedy Theatre before the show heads to Sydney and Brisbane later in the year. https://www.aussietheatre.com.au/news/six-the-musical-has-arrived-in-melbourne/ The post Sharon Millerchip – July 26th, 2026 appeared first on Sunday Arts Magazine .

6. Simon Holt – July 19th, 2026 from Sunday Arts Magazine

   Jul 23, 202612 min

   Conductor Simon Holt discusses Victorian Opera’s revival of Reg Livermore’s Ned Kelly: The Musical, a work returning to the stage with refreshed orchestrations and a contemporary staging approach. He reflects on bringing new musical detail to a long‑dormant Australian story. The production is presented at Union Theatre, University of Melbourne, on 24 and 25 July. The post Simon Holt – July 19th, 2026 appeared first on Sunday Arts Magazine .

7. Hayden Green & Michael Cavanagh – July 19th, 2026 from Sunday Arts Magazine

   Jul 23, 202610 min

   The team chats with Hayden Green, founder and creative director of Hear My Eyes, and Michael Cavanagh, musician. They preview their re‑scoring of Christopher Nolan’s Memento, presenting a newly composed percussive interpretation performed live with the film. Their collaboration has generated strong interest, particularly among audiences who follow Hear My Eyes’ inventive film‑music projects. This event is scheduled for Hamer Hall on 8 and 9 August as part of MIFF. The post Hayden Green & Michael Cavanagh – July 19th, 2026 appeared first on Sunday Arts Magazine .

8. Andrew G – July 19th, 2026 from Sunday Arts Magazine

   Jul 23, 2026

   https://joy.org.au/sundayarts/wp-content/uploads/sites/276/2026/07/Andrew-G-–-July-19th-2026.mp3 Andrew G examines the shifting identity of Melbourne’s independent theatre scene, expanding on his view that “Indie Theatre Is No Longer Just for Theatre People.” Drawing on recent discussions from his Showtime podcast, he highlights the creators redefining the city’s cultural landscape. Andrew G is a theatre producer with AG Theatre and the host of Showtime podcast. New episodes of Showtime are released weekly across major podcast platforms. https://joy.org.au/sundayarts/wp-content/uploads/sites/276/2026/07/Andrew-G-–-July-19th-2026.mp3 The post Andrew G – July 19th, 2026 appeared first on Sunday Arts Magazine .

9. Joanna Murray‑Smith – July 19th, 2026 from Sunday Arts Magazine

   Jul 23, 2026

   Playwright Joanna Murray‑Smith shares insights into her new adaptation of Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya for Melbourne Theatre Company. She speaks about re‑shaping the emotional core of the play for contemporary audiences and working with a strong ensemble cast. Performances commence at the Playhouse, Arts Centre Melbourne, from 25 July and continue through August. The post Joanna Murray‑Smith – July 19th, 2026 appeared first on Sunday Arts Magazine .

10. Terence Crawford – July 19th, 2026 from Sunday Arts Magazine

    Jul 23, 2026

    Actor Terence Crawford reflects on portraying “Neil Diamond – Now” in the Australian debut of A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical. He discusses stepping into the life of a music icon and bringing the show’s Broadway momentum to Melbourne. The production begins its Australian run at the Princess Theatre from 5 August. The post Terence Crawford – July 19th, 2026 appeared first on Sunday Arts Magazine .

11. Anne Murphy film reviews – July 19th, 2026 from Sunday Arts Magazine

    Jul 23, 202619 min

    Anne Murphy explores three titles shaping mid‑year cinema conversations: the expansive Odyssey, the character‑centred biopic Tenor: My Name is Pati, and the intimate drama The Birthday Trip. She highlights how each film has been landing with audiences and why these stories have stood out in recent months. The post Anne Murphy film reviews – July 19th, 2026 appeared first on Sunday Arts Magazine .

12. Moira Finicane – – July 12th, 2026 from Sunday Arts Magazine

    Jul 18, 202612 min

    Performance icon Moira Finucane returns with Dance Palace, a gloriously chaotic celebration promising “hot divas, hot chips, all sauce.” Moira talks about the show’s playful spirit, its connection to St Kilda’s performance history, and the immersive, joy‑driven experience she’s crafting for audiences. The Palace opens its doors at Linda Park, St Kilda, with performances running 6–29 August 2026. The post Moira Finicane – – July 12th, 2026 appeared first on Sunday Arts Magazine .

13. Stephanie Lake – July 12th, 2026 from Sunday Arts Magazine

    Jul 18, 202610 min

    Choreographer Stephanie Lake joins us to discuss VISTA, her striking new collaboration with fashion label Alpha60. She shares how movement and design intertwine in this project, and how the partnership has shaped a work that blurs the line between dance performance and sculptural fashion. VISTA premieres at Malthouse Theatre and will be running from 22 July to 1 August 2026. The post Stephanie Lake – July 12th, 2026 appeared first on Sunday Arts Magazine .

14. Tyran Parke director & Helen Dallimore actor – July 12th, 2026 from Sunday Arts Magazine

    Jul 18, 202615 min

    Director Tyran Parke and actor Helen Dallimore sit down with us to unpack their upcoming staging of Grey Gardens at Forty Five Downstairs. They delve into the eccentric world of the Beales, the show’s cult legacy, and the creative challenge of balancing humour, tragedy and spectacle in this beloved musical. Audiences can step into the world of Little Edie and Big Edie at Forty Five Downstairs from 17 July to 2 August 2026. The post Tyran Parke director & Helen Dallimore actor – July 12th, 2026 appeared first on Sunday Arts Magazine .

15. Bobby Fox – July 12th, 2026 from Sunday Arts Magazine

    Jul 18, 202614 min

    Musical theatre dynamo Bobby Fox drops in to share the energy behind Jersey Forever, his new celebration of the music of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. Bobby reflects on his long history with Jersey Boys, the vocal demands of the catalogue, and why audiences never tire of these harmonies. Fans can catch Jersey Forever when it hits the Palais Theatre, St Kilda, for one night only on 7 August 2026. The post Bobby Fox – July 12th, 2026 appeared first on Sunday Arts Magazine .

16. Lisa Anderson – July 12th, 2026 from Sunday Arts Magazine

    Jul 18, 202615 min

    Artist Lisa Anderson joins us to talk about Shared Ground, the expansive survey exhibition featuring 15 Shakespeare Grove artists‑in‑residence. She walks us through her own practice and the creative ecosystem that thrives inside the St Kilda studios — a mix of painting, sculpture, installation, ceramics, digital media, fashion and jewellery that reflects the diversity of Melbourne’s independent arts scene. The exhibition is currently on display at Carlisle Street Arts Space, 99a Carlisle St, St Kilda, and runs through 24 July 2026 The post Lisa Anderson – July 12th, 2026 appeared first on Sunday Arts Magazine .

17. Anita Kirpalani – July 5th, 2026 from Sunday Arts Magazine

    Jul 7, 202613 min

    Curator Anita Kirpalani from the National Gallery of Victoria joins us to discuss Mercy, a major new exhibition by acclaimed Icelandic artist Ragnar Kjartansson. Known for his expansive video installations, durational performance works and looping musical compositions, Kjartansson uses repetition, melancholy and humour to probe the emotional undercurrents of contemporary life. Mercy brings together recent and newly commissioned works that explore longing, devotion and the fragile beauty found in endurance. Presented at the NGV and running until 4 October. The post Anita Kirpalani – July 5th, 2026 appeared first on Sunday Arts Magazine .

18. Shane Woon – July 5th, 2026 from Sunday Arts Magazine

    Jul 7, 202612 min

    Playwright Shane Woon joins us to explore Rabbit & Watson, his inventive new work premiering at Darebin Arts Speakeasy. Staged at the Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre, 189 High Street, Northcote, and running 15–26 July , the play brings together Rabbit — a Chinese deity — and Watson, an AFL player, in an unexpected meeting that cracks open questions of masculinity, sporting culture and the complexities of coming out. Blending myth, humour and emotional truth, Rabbit & Watson uses the collision of these two worlds to examine how identity is shaped, hidden and revealed. The post Shane Woon – July 5th, 2026 appeared first on Sunday Arts Magazine .

19. Sophie Prince – July 5th, 2026 from Sunday Arts Magazine

    Jul 7, 202615 min

    Curator Sophie Prince from the Australian Centre for Contemporary Art (ACCA) joins us to unpack I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry, a resonant group exhibition that reframes loneliness not as a private emotion but as one of the defining experiences of contemporary life. From social fragmentation to the quiet spaces where connection falters, Sophie guides us through the artists, ideas and curatorial threads shaping this timely exhibition, on at 111 Sturt Street, Southbank until 30 August. The post Sophie Prince – July 5th, 2026 appeared first on Sunday Arts Magazine .

20. Ruby Boukabou – July 5th, 2026 from Sunday Arts Magazine

    Jul 7, 202613 min

    In this episode, we catch up with Ruby Boukabou — journalist, author, tour guide, performer and photographer — for a lively phone interview about her new exhibition based on her book, The Movie Lover’s Guide to Paris which will be at Dawn & Mabel’s wine bar at 83 Acland Street, St Kilda. Ruby shares stories of Parisian culture, romance, wanderlust and the art of guiding travellers through the city’s hidden corners. The exhibition opens on Wednesday 8 July for a four‑week season. The post Ruby Boukabou – July 5th, 2026 appeared first on Sunday Arts Magazine .