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Sunday Arts Magazine episodes

July 23 Andrew G – July 19th, 2026
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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.
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20 min
July 23 Joanna Murray‑Smith – July 19th, 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.
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16 min
July 23 Terence Crawford – July 19th, 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.
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13 min
July 23 Anne Murphy film reviews – July 19th, 2026
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.
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20 min
July 18 Moira Finicane – – July 12th, 2026
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.
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13 min
July 18 Stephanie Lake – July 12th, 2026
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.
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11 min
July 18 Tyran Parke director & Helen Dallimore actor – July 12th, 2026
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.
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16 min
July 18 Bobby Fox – July 12th, 2026
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.
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15 min
July 18 Lisa Anderson – July 12th, 2026
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
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16 min
July 07 Anita Kirpalani – July 5th, 2026
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.
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14 min