Sarah Ward

Sarah Ward is Concrete Playground's Editor — and also Film and TV Editor, Film and TV Critic, Arts and Entertainment Editor, and Brisbane Editor. If it's on a screen big or small, happening in Brisbane and southeast Queensland, or news of national and international interest — particularly arts and entertainment — then Sarah is across it.

Sarah has also been a film critic for ABC radio for over a decade. Covering all things cinema and television, Sarah has written for Screen International since 2015, and contributed to SBS, ACMI, AACTA, Birth.Movies.Death, Flicks, Senses of Cinema, ScreenHub, ArtsHub, Junkee, FilmInk, Lumina, Metro Magazine, Screen Education and more. Sarah's background includes managing, writing for, mentoring at, being on judging panels at and hosting Q&As at Australian film festivals, such as the Brisbane International Film Festival, Melbourne International Film Festival, Sydney Film Festival, Queensland Film Festival, Sydney Underground Film Festival, Brisbane Asia Pacific Film Festival and Gold Coast Film Festival.

Favourite cinema in Brisbane: Angelika Film Centre, which is a glorious new place to see a movie.

Favourite cinema in Sydney: Golden Age Cinema & Bar, the one cinema everyone needs to go to in Sydney if they only go to one cinema.

Favourite cinema in Melbourne: The Astor Theatre, and not just because of its history with cinema cats.

News
Virgin Is Doing a Big Domestic and International Sale with 1.5 Million Flights Up for Grabs From $45

If you're keen to travel around Australia for cheap — or head to Fiji, Bali or Queenstown — then you've got just over a week to get booking.

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'Space Jam: A New Legacy' and 'Diana the Musical' Just Won Big at This Year's Razzie Awards

2021 was a bad year for basketball stars hitting the court with cartoon characters — and musicals based on royalty.

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Event
Vegan Mondays 2022

Mon, 2 Jan, 2023
BrewDog DogTap Brisbane, Brisbane

Brisbane's huge riverside brewery serves up two-for-one vegan and vegetarian meals every week.

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Milkrun Is Now Delivering Undies to Sydneysiders to Solve Your Accidental Commando Moments

Forgotten your dacks? No need to get your knickers in a twist — Milkrun will get sustainable Boody briefs, boxers, bras and socks to you within ten minutes.

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Predicting the Oscars: Who Should, Could and Will Win at the 2022 Academy Awards

Who'll emerge victorious at this year's Oscars? Who should earn a shiny trophy, but won't? Here are our predictions.

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Ahoy, Taika Waititi and Rhys Darby Fans: 'Our Flag Means Death' Is a Warm-Hearted Pirate Comedy Gem

When Taika Waititi and Rhys Darby team up, great things happen — and this swashbuckling comedy is no different.

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Tony Armstrong's Doco Series About Dogs Has Hit ABC iView If You Need Something Adorable to Watch

The national broadcaster is giving viewers what they want: more Tony Armstrong and more cute canines.

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Pre-Departure Tests Will No Longer Be Required to Enter Australia From Overseas From April 17

International holidays are about to get easier — anyone heading to Australia won't need to get tested for COVID-19 before hopping on a plane.

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You Can Pay Your Respects to Retiring Tennis Champ Ash Barty at These Two Brisbane Murals

The Wimbledon and Australian Open-winning Queenslander has hung up her racquet — but you can pay tribute by having a hit or taking a snap at these two Brissie spots.

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Event
RRR

Thu, 24 Mar - Wed, 13 Apr 2022
Various cinemas in Brisbane

This lively Indian action epic doesn't hold back — on the stunts, musical numbers, melodrama and OTT chaos — and it's a cinematic marvel.

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RRR

Thu, 24 Mar - Wed, 13 Apr 2022
Various cinemas in Melbourne

This lively Indian action epic doesn't hold back — on the stunts, musical numbers, melodrama and OTT chaos — and it's a cinematic marvel.

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Event
RRR

Thu, 24 Mar - Wed, 13 Apr 2022
Various cinemas in Sydney

This lively Indian action epic doesn't hold back — on the stunts, musical numbers, melodrama and OTT chaos — and it's a cinematic marvel.

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Stranded Is Winn Lane's Soon-to-Open New Punk-Inspired Cocktail Bar From The Zoo Crew

Named after The Saints' '(I'm) Stranded', this mezcal-heavy, rock and punk memorabilia-filled newcomer will open its doors in April.

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Sydney Writers' Festival 2022 Will Host Almost 400 Writers and Thinkers Across 234 Events

Embracing the current uncertain times, this year's theme is 'Change My Mind' — with the lineup led by Booker Prize-winner Damon Galgut.

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Event
Fantastic Film Festival Australia 2022

Thu, 21 Apr - Fri, 6 May 2022
Lido Cinemas, Hawthorn

Viking epics, possession thrillers, sci-fi western fantasies, nude screenings of 'The Full Monty' — they're all on the lineup at this weird and wonderful film fest.

Buy Tickets

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Fantastic Film Festival Australia 2022

Thu, 21 Apr - Fri, 6 May 2022
Ritz Cinema, Randwick

Viking epics, possession thrillers, sci-fi western fantasies, nude screenings of 'The Full Monty' — they're all on the lineup at this weird and wonderful film fest.

Buy Tickets

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News
Fantastic Film Festival Australia Has Unveiled Its Weird, Wonderful and Sometimes-Nude 2022 Lineup

Strip off to see 'The Full Monty' in the buff — or check out a viking epic starring Alexander Skarsgård and Nicole Kidman — at this Sydney and Melbourne film fest.

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The Guest Edit: Brisbane Lions Stars Cathy Svarc and Sophie Conway Pick the Best Spots to Get Active

From gorgeous parks to blissful surfing spots, the premiership-winning AFLW duo share their top places to get sweaty when they’re not on the field — and a favourite coffee shop, too.

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Making Place: 100 Views of Brisbane

Sat, 26 Mar 2022 - Sun, 31 Dec 2023
Museum of Brisbane, Brisbane

With artwork dating back two centuries, this city-focused exhibition surveys more than 100 pieces that've captured Brisbane and its changes.

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BrisAsia Festival Fashion Program

Fri, 25 Mar, 2022
Fortitude Music Hall, Fortitude Valley

This fashion-focused new BrisAsia Festival event showcases local design labels with Asian, Indigenous and international heritages.

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