
Nick Cave @ Plenary Theatre (04/2024)

Nick Cave’s solo concert was an absolute treat, with stark and vulnerable renditions of songs from his stellar, decades-spanning career.
Late Night with the Devil – Film Review

A slow-burn found-footage horror flick that offers show business satire as well as a refreshing new spin on demonic possession.
Two Children Teasing a Cat by Annibale Carracci
The cat is going to lose it in five, four, three, two, one…

Perfect Days – Film Review

Wim Wenders’ serene, understated film is a captivating love letter to Japan and pleasures of simple living.
Cat’s Cradle by Kurt Vonnegut – Book Review

Sometimes it’s worth reading a book twice. My first go at this darkly satirical novel with shades of science fiction was a mighty struggle, but then I really enjoyed it on a re-visit.
Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show 2024

Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show is held every year at the beautiful Carlton Gardens and Royal Exhibition Building. I never used to attend, until three years ago when just about every big event looked good in the aftermath of Covid lockdowns. Since then, it’s become a March favourite and every year, I look forward to the show gardens, floral displays, sculptures, gardening booths and people watching.
Top Ten Tuesday – Book Covers with Umbrella
This week’s topic from That Artsy Reader Girl is April Showers. I hate to be caught out in a shower without a sturdy umbrella, so this is my spin on the topic. Whether discreet or punchy, an umbrella can really add some visual interest to a book cover.
The Zone of Interest – Film Review

I finally worked up the resolve to see Jonathan Glazer’s intense, disturbing masterpiece that takes a wholly unique approach to its harrowing subject matter.
MSO: The Planets @ Hamer Hall (03/2024)


