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.

  • Now Open: Iris van Herpen's Stunning Couture Designs Have Arrived Down Under at GOMA's 'Sculpting the Senses' Exhibition
    Now Open: Iris van Herpen's Stunning Couture Designs Have Arrived Down Under at GOMA's 'Sculpting the Senses' Exhibition
    Now Open: Iris van Herpen's Stunning Couture Designs Have Arrived Down Under at GOMA's 'Sculpting the Senses' Exhibition
    Now Open: Iris van Herpen's Stunning Couture Designs Have Arrived Down Under at GOMA's 'Sculpting the Senses' Exhibition
    Now Open: Iris van Herpen's Stunning Couture Designs Have Arrived Down Under at GOMA's 'Sculpting the Senses' Exhibition
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    Now Open: Iris van Herpen's Stunning Couture Designs Have Arrived Down Under at GOMA's 'Sculpting the Senses' Exhibition

    Displaying in Brisbane after a season in Paris, the Australian-exclusive exhibition features 130 creations by the Dutch fashion designer.

  • Tackling Your Own Arachnophobia by Making a Giant Spider Creature Feature: Kiah Roache-Turner Talks 'Sting'
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    Tackling Your Own Arachnophobia by Making a Giant Spider Creature Feature: Kiah Roache-Turner Talks 'Sting'

    No, directing a movie about an eight-legged critter doesn't cure a fear of spiders — but the Australian 'Wyrmwood' filmmaker knew that it'd creep out his audience.

  • Now Open: Levelling Up Your Self-Care Routine Is on the Itinerary at The Bathhouse, Albion's New Wellness Haven
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    Now Open: Levelling Up Your Self-Care Routine Is on the Itinerary at The Bathhouse, Albion's New Wellness Haven

    Whether you're keen to soak, float or steam, you'll find a range of ways to relax at this European-style haven in Brisbane's inner north.

  • Ace News If You Like Live Tunes and Parties: SXSW Sydney's 2024 Program Has Expanded Again
    Dylan Alcott speaks at a featured session at SXSW Sydney.
    Attendees watch on during the 'Spotlight on Blossom Films' feature session at SXSW Sydney.
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    Ace News If You Like Live Tunes and Parties: SXSW Sydney's 2024 Program Has Expanded Again

    An extra 40-plus artists have joined the lineup, including Jorja Smith — and new talks will dive into international music tours and the streaming landscape.

  • First Look: Supernormal Is Bringing Its Lobster Rolls and Asian-Influenced Dishes to a Prime Brisbane Perch by the River
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    First Look: Supernormal Is Bringing Its Lobster Rolls and Asian-Influenced Dishes to a Prime Brisbane Perch by the River

    Andrew McConnell's famed Melbourne restaurant will open the doors at its second location — and first in Queensland — on Tuesday, July 23, 2024.

  • Giving Food the 'Planet Earth' Treatment: René Redzepi and Australian Noma Alum Ben Liebmann Chat 'Omnivore'
    News

    Giving Food the 'Planet Earth' Treatment: René Redzepi and Australian Noma Alum Ben Liebmann Chat 'Omnivore'

    Fresh from popping up in 'The Bear', the acclaimed chef behind one of the world's best restaurants hosts a docuseries about key ingredients that've shaped humanity.

  • The 2024 Emmy Nominations Are Here with a Heap of Love for 'Shogun', 'The Bear' and 'Only Murders in the Building'
    The 2024 Emmy Nominations Are Here with a Heap of Love for 'Shogun', 'The Bear' and 'Only Murders in the Building'
    The 2024 Emmy Nominations Are Here with a Heap of Love for 'Shogun', 'The Bear' and 'Only Murders in the Building'
    The 2024 Emmy Nominations Are Here with a Heap of Love for 'Shogun', 'The Bear' and 'Only Murders in the Building'
    The 2024 Emmy Nominations Are Here with a Heap of Love for 'Shogun', 'The Bear' and 'Only Murders in the Building'
    News

    The 2024 Emmy Nominations Are Here with a Heap of Love for 'Shogun', 'The Bear' and 'Only Murders in the Building'

    'The Bear' broke the record for the most amount of nominations by a comedy in a single year with 23, beating '30 Rock' with 22 nominations in 2009.

  • Book That Long Weekend Now: Meredith Has Opened the Ticket Ballot for 2024's Festival
    News

    Book That Long Weekend Now: Meredith Has Opened the Ticket Ballot for 2024's Festival

    There's no lineup details yet, but Meredith will return in December for its 32nd festival — and it's time to try to nab tickets.

  • Coming Soon: Little Miss Sunshine Is the New Ann Street Brewery and Bistro That's Pairing Beers and Queensland Cuisine
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    Coming Soon: Little Miss Sunshine Is the New Ann Street Brewery and Bistro That's Pairing Beers and Queensland Cuisine

    Brisbane's love of breweries is hitting the CBD, with this newcomer featuring 28 taps and serving up Moreton Bay bug spaghetti.

  • New Episodes, Same Interplanetary Antics: The Shiny Trailer for 'Futurama' Season 12 Is Here
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    New Episodes, Same Interplanetary Antics: The Shiny Trailer for 'Futurama' Season 12 Is Here

    It's back again, baby — this time with robot villages, a world dedicated to coffee and the survival of Earth under threat.

  • Harajuku Gyoza South Bank's Omurice Pop-Up
    Harajuku Gyoza South Bank's Omurice Pop-Up
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    Harajuku Gyoza South Bank's Omurice Pop-Up

    Sat, 27 Jul - Sun, 1 Sep 2024

    Harajuku Gyoza South Bank, South Brisbane

    Chef Tadamichi from Osaka Omurice is popping up to serve up Japanese omelette rice, including his signature version with okonomi sauce and katsuobushi flakes.

  • A Six-Week Omurice Pop-Up with an Osaka Chef Is Taking Over Harajuku Gyoza's South Bank Eatery
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    A Six-Week Omurice Pop-Up with an Osaka Chef Is Taking Over Harajuku Gyoza's South Bank Eatery

    Osaka Omurice's Chef Tadamichi will be whipping up three types of the viral-famous dish from Wednesday–Sunday weekly.

  • Rivermakers Farmers and Artisan Markets
    Rivermakers Farmers and Artisan Markets
    Rivermakers Farmers and Artisan Markets
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    Rivermakers Farmers and Artisan Markets

    Sun, 21 Jul and 

    Rivermakers HQ, Morningside

    You can now spend your Sunday mornings shopping from 150-plus vendors at Morningside's Rivermakers Precinct.

  • Bar Miette
    Bar Miette
    Bar Miette
    Bar Miette
    Bar Miette
    Bar Miette
    Bar Miette
    Bar Miette
    Bar Miette
    Bar Miette
    Bar Miette
    Bar

    Bar Miette

    443 Queen Street, Brisbane City

    Andrew McConnell's hospitality empire has arrived in Brisbane with this Euro-leaning terrace cafe and wine bar.

  • Cloudland Garden Restaurant
    Cloudland Garden Restaurant
    Cloudland Garden Restaurant
    Cloudland Garden Restaurant
    Cloudland Garden Restaurant
    Cloudland Garden Restaurant
    Cloudland Garden Restaurant
    Cloudland Garden Restaurant
    Cloudland Garden Restaurant
    Cloudland Garden Restaurant
    Cloudland Garden Restaurant
    Cloudland Garden Restaurant
    Restaurant

    Cloudland Garden Restaurant

    641 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley

    Fifteen years after setting up shop on Ann Street, this Fortitude Valley venue has turned its ground floor into a restaurant.

  • Calida Argentinian
    Calida Argentinian
    Calida Argentinian
    Calida Argentinian
    Calida Argentinian
    Calida Argentinian
    Calida Argentinian
    Calida Argentinian
    Calida Argentinian
    Restaurant

    Calida Argentinian

    164C Grey Street, South Brisbane

    This sizzling Latin American steakhouse in South Bank serves up everything from empanadas and bistec tartar to pressed beef short ribs.

  • Petite
    Petite
    Petite
    Petite
    Petite
    Petite
    Petite
    Petite
    Petite
    Petite
    Bar

    Petite

    Ann Street, Fortitude Valley

    The Happy Boy and Snack Man crew has extended its footprint on East Street with this French restaurant and wine bar.

  • The Sporting Globe x 4 Pines Surfers Paradise
    The Sporting Globe x 4 Pines Surfers Paradise
    The Sporting Globe x 4 Pines Surfers Paradise
    The Sporting Globe x 4 Pines Surfers Paradise
    The Sporting Globe x 4 Pines Surfers Paradise
    The Sporting Globe x 4 Pines Surfers Paradise
    The Sporting Globe x 4 Pines Surfers Paradise
    The Sporting Globe - one of the best sports bars in Melbourne.
    Bar

    The Sporting Globe x 4 Pines Surfers Paradise

    Surfers Paradise Boulevard, Surfers Paradise

    This 1000-person brewpub has taken over the old Hard Rock Cafe in Surfers Paradise, swapping a giant guitar for the Gold Coast's largest island bar.

  • Lucky Egg Fried Chicken
    Lucky Egg Fried Chicken
    Lucky Egg Fried Chicken
    Lucky Egg Fried Chicken
    Restaurant

    Lucky Egg Fried Chicken

    27 Warner Street, Fortitude Valley

    This chook-slinging favourite is back at The Brightside four nights a week, whether you're keen for a bite in the beer garden or a takeaway feed.

  • Two Yolks
    Two Yolks
    Two Yolks
    Restaurant

    Two Yolks

    179 Grey Street, South Brisbane

    This Burleigh-born burger joint has opened its first Brisbane outpost, slinging burgs from breakfast till dinner.

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