Inside Melbourne’s longest-running Durga Puja
In 1989, the founding members of the Bengali Association of Victoria (BAV) achieved a major milestone by bringing the Durga Protima (idol) from India...
Meet the man behind Alia Bhatt’s kick-ass character in Jigra
Debashish Irengbam, son of an army officer, has travelled the length and breadth of India during his father’s postings. This cosmopolitan upbringing and diverse...
Puja Puri bringing mysticism to the Other Art Fair’s 100th global edition
The Other Art Fair is back, and this year, it’s more than just an art event—it’s a creative rebellion. As the fair marks its...
Raghav Handa: Dancing his way from Punjab to the Green Room
For 22 years, Raghav Handa has been captivating audiences with his dancing. This April, he won the coveted Green Room Award, adding yet another...
Spring school holiday events at Arts Centre Melbourne
Spring has sprung and Arts Centre Melbourne’s Playhouse is ready for families and children to gather for three exciting performances.
The much-loved Brat Kids Carnival returns for two...
A diversity plot twist: Australian screens need more colour
The Australian screen industry has long grappled with a lack of diversity, both in front of and behind the camera. Despite efforts to promote...
A playful dance of absurdity and reflection: ‘The Axe in the Ceiling’ redefines modern...
Amidst a theatre landscape often dominated by predictable narratives, The Axe in the Ceiling stands out, blending absurdity, humour, and deep reflection. Adapted from...
Absurdity meets tradition in ‘The Axe in the Ceiling’
Jaya Berged’s The Axe in the Ceiling, a contemporary Indian adaptation of the Grimm Brothers' tale Clever Else, explores the complexities of arranged marriage...
Pompeii’s final days come to life in Canberra
The National Museum of Australia is gearing up to host a groundbreaking exhibition that will transport visitors to the fateful moments leading up to...
From IIT to Melbourne Art Scene: The journey of Mouli Ganguly
Mouli Ganguly loved the arts so much during his time at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur that he was once jokingly told...