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The ABC’s new workplace comedy about a theatre, Bad Company, simply mocks from the outside

The ABC’s new workplace comedy about a theatre, Bad Company, simply mocks from the outside

From comedian Anne Edmonds, Bad Company doesn’t quite know who it is for, and doesn’t understand the people it is making fun of.

24.04.2026 20

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Jonathan Graffam-O’meara

Artists at Melbourne International Comedy Festival are asking: what does it mean to be a comedian?

Artists at Melbourne International Comedy Festival are asking: what does it mean to be a comedian?

Across this year’s festival, a variety of shows demonstrated some Australian audiences are ready for uncomfortable comedy and complex personae.

23.04.2026 4

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The West Gate Bridge disaster looms large over Melbourne. A new play can’t fully capture its grief

A new play from Melbourne Theatre Company tells the story of the collapse of the bridge during construction in 1970 – Australia’s worst industrial...

17.03.2026 20

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A stage adaptation of Dying: A Memoir asks the big questions about death – but ends up strangely unmoving

Cory Taylor’s 2016 book Dying: A Memoir spoke of her cancer diagnosis and impending death. Now it’s on stage with the Melbourne Theatre Company.

31.10.2025 20

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A new Australian production of Troy is bold, uncompromising theatre for our times

Tom Wright’s new play for Malthouse poses a fundamental question: who can truly own land?

10.09.2025 20

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Noni Hazlehurst stars in world premiere of The Lark, a play that fails to take flight

While the writing and main star Noni Hazlehurst shine, the play is let down by poor design choices.

08.09.2025 30

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‘What are we going to do about the orchard?’ Pony Cam takes on Chekhov classic for Malthouse debut

This show is infused with signature Pony Cam high-energy physicality. An extended dance sequence set to Russian dance music showcases their...

08.08.2025 10

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Milo Hartill’s Black, Fat and F**gy is rough around the edges – and all the more beautiful for it

Black, Fat and F**gy is an entirely unique, memorable and vital performance work you should move to the top of your list of must-see Midsumma events.

05.02.2025 20

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Jonathan Graffam-O’meara