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
Cargo

Thu, 17 May - Wed, 27 Jun 2018
Select cinemas in Brisbane, Various locations

An Australian zombie thriller that isn't afraid to go its own way.

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Belles Hot Chicken x Brisbane

Fri, 25 May - Sun, 27 May 2018
Welcome to Bowen Hills, Bowen Hills

Bringing its southern-inspired poultry to Welcome to Bowen Hills.

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International Cake, Cookie and Sweet Show 2018

Fri, 18 May - Sun, 20 May 2018
Brisbane Showgrounds, Bowen Hills

When you're not learning how to make sweet treats, you'll be eating them.

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World Whisky Day at the Osbourne Hotel

Sat, 19 May, 2018
Osbourne Hotel, Fortitude Valley

Down a few drams, indulge in classic and signature cocktails, and learn more about your favourite amber-coloured spirit.

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Big Dog Festival

Sun, 20 May, 2018
Welcome to Bowen Hills, Bowen Hills

Massive mutts get their time to shine.

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News
Ada Lane Is James Street's New Laneway Dining Precinct

The New Farm precinct will soon be home to a seven-storey hotel, a Greek restaurant, 12 retail shops and five yet-to-be announced bars and eateries.

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Guide
The Eight Best Things to See at Brisbane's MELT Festival 2018

Brisbane's celebration of queer arts and culture is back for its fourth year.

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Event
Robert Webb and Benjamin Law: How Not to Be a Boy

Sun, 20 May, 2018
Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm

The Peep Show star comes to the Powerhouse to chat about life, love and the expectations of masculinity.

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Turbine — Collusion Music and Dance Ensemble

Wed, 23 May - Sat, 26 May 2018
Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm

A blend of ballet, classical music and electronic tunes.

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Gayming Night

Thu, 24 May, 2018
Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm

Play games created by queer developers or try your hand at virtual drag.

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Coupling

Sat, 19 May, 2018
Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm

Everyone's favourite duets get a same-sex spin.

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Like Mariah — JD Enterprises

Thu, 17 May - Sat, 19 May 2018
Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm

Brisbane talent Josh Daveta channels his inner Mimi.

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MELT Visual Art

Thu, 17 May - Sun, 27 May 2018
Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm

Artistry and diversity on the walls of the Powerhouse.

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MELT Beauty Pageant 2018

Fri, 18 May, 2018
Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm

Sashay away.

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MELT Festival 2018

Thu, 17 May - Sun, 27 May 2018
Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm

Brisbane's celebration of queer arts and culture is back for its fourth year.

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News
A Look Inside GOMA's Weird and Wonderful 'Patricia Piccinini: Curious Affection' Exhibition

Installations of a field of 3000 flowers, alien-like mushrooms and vast array of peculiar yet beautiful creatures will let you explore the intricacies of the acclaimed artist's mind.

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Barossa in Boardshorts

Sat, 28 Jul, 2018
Baedeker, Fortitude Valley

The best of South Australia's Barossa Valley comes to Brisbane.

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Egyptian Mummies After Dark

Fri, 15 Jun, 2018
Queensland Museum, South Brisbane

Drinks, demonstrations, music and learning how to brew beer like an Egyptian, all during a night at the museum.

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Show and Tell

Tue, 1 May - Sat, 1 Sep 2018
QPAC, South Bank

Explore the highlights of Queensland’s performing arts history.

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Random Access Memories 5th Anniversary Party

Thu, 17 May, 2018
Bloodhound Corner Bar, Fortitude Valley

Lose yourself to dance as an excellent album turns five.

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