Arts

The unmatched energy and glamour of the world's entertainment capital are coming to Sydney this July. Recreating the lavish atmosphere of Nevada's famous showrooms, The Ultimate Vegas Show blends world-class illusion, circus feats, and timeless musical tributes into a spectacular variety production hosted by charismatic showman PJ Lane.

Marian Street Theatre for Young People (MSTYP) celebrated Youth Week with a series of creative workshops at East Lindfield. The program encouraged local teenagers to take bold steps through improv and Direct engagement with acclaimed theatre makers.

Tina Brown reflects on the premiere of Life Could Be a Dream. This debut feature from award-winning filmmaker Jasmin Tarasin follows Sarah, a woman reclaiming her future while redefining her life and relationships on her own terms.

Producers Neil Gooding and Alex Woodward bring a dazzling new tour of Steel Magnolias to the stage. Directed by Lee Lewis, this all-star ensemble explores the unbreakable bonds of friendship within a Southern beauty salon setting.

Photographer Juno Gemes opens her archives to celebrate her 40-year partnership with the late poet Robert Adamson. This intimate exhibition at the Grace Cossington Smith Gallery captures their shared connection to the Hawkesbury River and its community.

In a world obsessed with numbers and transactions, art serves as a vital reminder of what it means to be human. A local caricaturist reflects on why the real value of their work lies in the conversation, not just the sketch.

At just 18, Hannah Carman moved from the North Shore to Los Angeles to pursue her dreams. Now a filmmaker and actor, she reflects on her journey from local theatre to the international stage.

In the world of musical theatre, the "swing" is the unsung hero. North Shore local Manon Gunderson-Briggs discusses the unpredictability of her role in the upcoming production of Anastasia and her roots in the Gordon and Northbridge arts scenes.

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What happens when a local choir falls apart? Pymble Players present The Heartbreak Choir, a professional-grade community production exploring how music and friendship can repair even the deepest fractures. Showing at Zenith Theatre from 20–29 March.