Landing at Malthouse is A Nightime Travesty (19 – 22 February 2025), an epic First Nations vaudevillian musical nightmare that is equal elements sardonic, cheeky and heartbreaking. A Nightime Travesty is a continuous riot of music, parody and political punch by A DAYLIGHT CONNECTION. SAUNIGA (6 – 8 March 2025) is a new work in improvement from critically acclaimed Queer Indigenous arts collective FAFSWAG at Arts Centre Melbourne’s The Show Room. Recalling the sacred connections between spirits (Aitu) or the old world and the lives of their Samoan descendants, SAUNIGA poses curious reflections on our relationship with animals and the environment, advised via a Samoan world view. The full performance program for Asia TOPA (Asia-Pacific Triennial of Performing Arts) has been unveiled.
The rhythmic patterns and underlying geometry of their linocuts reflects the quick pace of the contemporary world by way of everyday observations of childhood themes, abroad travel and urban life. They are actually recognised for his or her significance as progressive artists dedicated to producing art that was really of its time. “Melbourne is renowned as the nation’s arts and cultural capital – and that’s in no small part because of the NGV,” Mr Foley said. “With this funding, the gallery will continue to be a major drawcard for Victorians and visitors alike.” You count on artists to needle at authority — and galleries and museums, being institutions of energy that shape our cultural narratives and hold up sure versions of historical past and society, are prepared targets.
Melbourne-based designer, researcher and SCUBA teacher Pirjo Haikola has 3D-printed coral buildings created from sea-urchins — that are overabundant in Victoria’s coastal waters, and threatening the marine ecology. Conservation and concerns in regards to the environment are distinguished via the program — notably at the design end of the spectrum. The National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) is in search of an Events Coordinator who shall be answerable for coordinating the organisation and management of events, together with catered features and exhibition openings, for inner and exterior clients. On a practical level the Omphalos also helps orient the public as they explore the galleries and acts as a pure air-conditioner, drawing hot air from the building.