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.

Event
Studio Ghibli at The Elizabeth

Thu, 18 May - Sun, 30 Jul 2023
The Elizabeth Picture Theatre, Brisbane City

Get spirited away at this magical cinema tribute, revisiting 'Princess Mononoke', 'My Neighbour Totoro', 'Howl's Moving Castle' and more on the big screen.

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Australian Venue Co Wants to Pay You to Eat and Drink at Its Bars and Pubs Once a Month

The hospitality company is looking for 100 'secret sippers' to visit its venues, have a meal and provide monthly feedback.

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TodayTix Is Bringing Its 'Moulin Rouge!' Lottery to Brisbane So You Can See the Hit Musical for Just $30

In spectacular (spectacular) news, this is your chance to catch the acclaimed screen-to-stage production for cheap.

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Kate McCartney and Kate McLennan's New Mystery-Comedy 'Deadloch' Just Dropped Its Hilarious Trailer

The Kates are back, this time creating, writing and executive producing this Tasmania-set small-town murder-mystery.

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Timothée Chalamet Rides a Sandworm in the Spectacular First 'Dune: Part Two' Trailer

Austin Butler and Florence Pugh join the 'Dune' cast in this sandy sequel to 2021's Oscar-winning blockbuster.

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The Survival of Kindness

Thu, 4 May - Wed, 24 May 2023
Select cinemas in Brisbane, Various locations

Marking his first feature since 2013's 'Charlie's Country', Rolf de Heer's latest film is as haunting as it is visually stunning.

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Showbiz Satire 'The Other Two' Is Still the Funniest Comedy on TV in Its Stellar Third Season

Skewering celebrity, the whole entertainment industry and chasing fame dreams doesn’t get any sharper than this.

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The Inspection

Thu, 4 May - Wed, 24 May 2023
Select cinemas in Brisbane, Various locations

Earning two-time Tony-contender Jeremy Pope a well-deserved Golden Globe nomination, this military drama refuses to make easy choices.

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Pete Davidson Plays Pete Davidson Again — and Engaging New Dramedy 'Bupkis' Has Plenty of Fun with It

Move over 'The King of Staten Island' — co-starring the great Joe Pesci and Edie Falco, this series gets satirical with the ex-'SNL' comedian’s life and fame.

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From Wholesome to Hedonistic: A Guide to Dark Mofo 2023 According to the Level of Chaos You're After

Keen on the sunnier, sweeter side of this year's lineup? Prefer letting loose and making "when at Dark Mofo" your mantra? Find your ultimate itinerary here.

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David Harbour Tries to Turn a Gamer Into a Real-Life Racer in the Trailer for 'Gran Turismo'

The hit video game series is heading to cinemas, in a film that draws upon professional driver Jann Mardenborough's real-life story.

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Coming Soon: Ardo's Is Opening Its Second Neighbourhood Wine Bar and Bottle Shop in Graceville

Just months after launching in Newstead, this vino-slinging joint from the City Winery crew is expanding to Brisbane's west.

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'The Rocky Horror Show' Will Do the Time Warp Again on the Gold Coast This Spring

The new Australian run of 'Rocky Horror' will head to The Star on the Gold Coast in September.

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Coming Soon: Claw Is the New 1000-Person Crab Shack Bringing Bibs, Games and a Sports Bar to King Street

This California-inspired joint will get cracking with shellfish, brisket and craft beers, plus an arcade, DJs and live tunes.

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Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3

Thu, 4 May - Wed, 24 May 2023
Various cinemas in Brisbane

Marvel's ragtag space crew says its farewell with an entertaining and soulful last ride — and a welcome focus on Rocket.

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David Attenborough's 'Our Planet' Nature Documentary Series Is Getting a Sequel This Winter

More cute critters are on their way to your streaming queue, paired with Attenborough's narration, in 'Our Planet II'.

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Mt Coot-tha's The Summit Is Set to Score a Two-Level Pavilion with a Gin Distillery and Rooftop Garden

The sky-high tourist destination's current cafe will be demolished, and the heritage-listed restaurant will score a new deck with killer views.

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Guide
Eight Events That'll Get You Giggling at Brisbane Comedy Festival 2023 Beyond the Usual Stand-Up Sets

Whether you're after late-night laughs, Tarantino tributes, improvised murder-mysteries or two types of roast in one, here's what you should be chuckling at.

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Brisbane Comedy Festival 2023 Multicultural Comedy Gala

Sat, 13 May, 2023
Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm

Celebrate cultural and comedic diversity with He Huang, Andy Saunders, Khaled Khalafalla, Neel Kolhatkar, Fiona O'Loughlin and John Safran.

Buy Tickets

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Sunday Roast

Sun, 14 May, 2023
The Tivoli, Fortitude Valley

Watch comedians serve up their most biting jokes over a Sunday meal.

Buy Tickets

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Coming Soon: Ardo's Is Opening Its Second Neighbourhood Wine Bar and Bottle Shop in Graceville

'The Rocky Horror Show' Will Do the Time Warp Again on the Gold Coast This Spring

Coming Soon: Claw Is the New 1000-Person Crab Shack Bringing Bibs, Games and a Sports Bar to King Street

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3

David Attenborough's 'Our Planet' Nature Documentary Series Is Getting a Sequel This Winter

Mt Coot-tha's The Summit Is Set to Score a Two-Level Pavilion with a Gin Distillery and Rooftop Garden

Eight Events That'll Get You Giggling at Brisbane Comedy Festival 2023 Beyond the Usual Stand-Up Sets

Brisbane Comedy Festival 2023 Multicultural Comedy Gala

Sunday Roast

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