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NewsVivid Sydney Has Cancelled Its 2021 Festival and Is Planning to Return Next Winter Instead
Instead of trying to postpone again around Sydney's current outbreak and lockdown, the light, music and art-filled festival will focus on planning for next year.
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NewsSydney Fringe Festival Has Been Cancelled for 2021 Due to the Pandemic
For the second year in a row, the independent arts showcase won't go ahead.
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NewsEight of the Most Heartwarming Moments in the Olympic Games So Far
Some really, really feel-good stories for your feed.
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NewsSix of the Most Entertaining Podcasts to Listen to Now According to Our Writers
Chuck on your favourite pair of headphones and give your brain a treat.
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NewsTen Online Museum, Gallery and Landmark Tours That'll Help You Virtually Get Out of the House
See the Smithsonian's dinosaur fossils, check out the Sistine Chapel and experience Japan's luminous digital art museum with the click of a few buttons.
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NewsThe MSO Has Launched a New Vaccination-Focused Advertising Campaign Featuring Local Artists
It stars a diverse cast of local artists and arts organisations, encouraging Aussies to band together with an 'ensemble effort' to 'give COVID its final curtain call'.
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GuideMany of the Best Seats at Sydney Festival 2025's Headline Shows Are on Sale for Just $49 — Here's Why
As NSW's flagship arts fest prepares to celebrate its 49th birthday, affordability has been very much front of mind for Festival Director Olivia Ansell.
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NewsNine 2024 Emmy-Winning TV Shows That You Should Watch Immediately
Your new must-watch list of Emmy-winners includes 'Baby Reindeer' and its has-to-be-seen-to-be-believed tale, the history-making 'Shōgun' and, yes, 'The Bear'.
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NewsNine New Movies You Can Watch Right Now That Have Been Fast-Tracked From Cinemas to Streaming
Get comfy on the couch with Austin Butler's latest brooding role, serial-killer chiller 'Longlegs' and the animated antics of 'Inside Out 2'.
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NewsTwelve Films and TV Shows You Need to Stream This Month
Spend your couch time watching Rashida Jones navigate a sci-fi mystery in Japan, Nicolas Cage face a post-apocalyptic future and a gripping Australian romance-scam thriller.
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NewsThe 15 Best Straight-to-Streaming Movies of 2024 So Far
From 2024's first half, you need to be catching an Oscar-winning documentary, Glen Powell as a fake assassin and plenty of horror shocks from your couch.
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NewsEight New Movies You Can Watch in July That Have Been Fast-Tracked From Cinemas to Streaming
Get comfy on the couch with 'Furiosa', the latest gem from Hirokazu Kore-eda and a hypnotic vision of an AI-dominated future.
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GuideMust-Stream TV: All the Best Shows You Should Be Watching From 2024 So Far
Don't spend hours scrolling through streaming platforms — here's 2024's standout shows that you need to see.
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NewsThe 15 Best Returning TV Shows of 2024 So Far
These are the beloved small-screen favourites to say "yes chef!" to, sleuth along with and giggle with — and get catchy songs stuck in your head from, too.
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NewsThe 15 Best Films of 2024 So Far
The best movies from 2024's first half include a meditative trip to Tokyo, a scorching neo-noir thriller, multiple Oscar-winners and a stunning robot story.
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NewsThe 15 Best New TV Shows of 2024 So Far
From gloriously surreal comedies and unforgettable true tales to stunning remakes and savvy sci-fi mysteries, 2024 has been filled with new small-screen highlights.
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Vivid Has Postponed Its Already-Delayed 2021 Festival From August to September
Due to Sydney's current outbreak and lockdown, the citywide arts festival has been pushed back a month.
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NewsThe Best Books to Keep You Entertained According to Our Writers
Treat yourself to a literary feast with our writers' favourite books, novels and non-fiction.
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NewsSmall Businesses That Earn Under $75,000 a Year Are Finally Eligible for Financial Support During Lockdown
It follows Deputy Lord Mayor Jess Scully’s petition to broaden the reach of support for small businesses in NSW.
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NewsThis Petition Is Calling for Increased Support for Small Businesses During Sydney's Lockdown
Currently, only businesses earning more than $75,000 a year are eligible for government support.
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NewsSeven Cultural Events to Hit Up in Darwin This Winter That Are Well Worth the Trip
The Top End is celebrating First Nations culture and creativity this August with exhibitions, runway shows, art fairs and a one-night celebration of an Aussie music icon under the stars.
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NewsThese Hilarious Memes By the Art Gallery of NSW Are the New Highlight of Lockdown
Someone deserves a pay rise.
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NewsYour Introductory Guide to NAIDOC Week
This year's NAIDOC Week theme is 'Heal Country!' which calls for the recognition, protection and maintenance of all aspects of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture.
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Guide
Eight Vivid Sydney Highlights to Add to Your Diary If You Want to Farewell Winter with a Bang
Put these big-ticket items on your hit list, stat.
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NewsHistoric Macquarie Street Buildings Are Set Be Transformed Into a Multimillion-Dollar Cultural Hub
The revamp will include a public plaza between the CBD and The Domain.
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NewsNSW Government Is Putting $40 Million Towards Attracting Blockbuster Exhibitions to the State
$220 million will also be provided to cultural institutions to help fund renovations and upgrades.
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NewsA Huge Collection of Ramses the Great Artefacts Is Coming to Sydney's Australian Museum in 2023
'Ramses the Great and the Gold of the Pharaohs' will feature more than 180 rare artefacts, which will be leaving Egypt for the first time in more than 30 years.
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NewsAunty Donna Are Touring Their New Live Show Around Australia This Spring
Fresh from their hit Netflix series, it's the trio's first live tour in more than three years.
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EventRhys Darby: The Legend Returns
Thu, 24 Apr, 2025
Enmore Theatre, Newtown
The New Zealand comedian is bringing his first stand-up show in almost a decade to Sydney.
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EventThe Lord of the Rings — A Musical Tale
Tue, 7 Jan - Sat, 1 Feb 2025
State Theatre, Sydney
The musical version of JRR Tolkien's classic is taking the hobbits to Sydney's State Theatre.
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EventThis Never Happened Presents
Sat, 18 Jan, 2025
Liberty Hall, Moore Park
Dance Music record label This Never Happened is back for another Sydney party that won't allow phones.
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EventEnchanted Christmas Markets at Westfield Bondi
Thu, 28 Nov - Sun, 22 Dec 2024
Westfield Bondi Junction, Bondi Junction
Pick up a one-of-a-kind gift at this festive market.
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EventDouble Bay Christmas Festival
Sat, 30 Nov, 2024
Steyne Park, Double Bay
Bring the whole family along for 100-plus stalls, live music, carnival rides and fireworks by the water.
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EventPaddo Collective Walking Tour
Sun, 12 Jan, 2025
Paddington, Paddington
Uncover the vibrant cultural heritage of this Sydney suburb through local sites and thrilling unsolved mysteries.
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EventWoollahra Hotel Christmas Market
Thu, 28 Nov, 2024
Woollahra Hotel, Woollahra
Celebrate the holiday season at this popular pop-up market that's sure to be a merry night to remember.
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EventChristmas Actually — The Little Red Company
Sat, 21 Dec, 2024
Sydney Coliseum Theatre, Rooty Hill
An end-of-year favourite, this supremely festive cabaret show sings through all the hits from 'Love Actually'.
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EventJulie Mehrtu: 'A Transcore of the Radical Imaginatory' at MCA Australia
Fri, 29 Nov 2024 - Sun, 27 Apr 2025
MCA, Sydney
The first exhibition dedicated to Julie Mehretu to be shown in the Southern Hemisphere is coming to the MCA in November.
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EventThe Sydney Good Food & Wine Show Christmas Markets
Fri, 22 Nov - Sun, 24 Nov 2024
Carriageworks, Eveleigh
Stock up on Christmas gifts for all the foodies in your life at this massive seasonal market featuring stalls from more than 150 different local producers.
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FeatureSydney Solstice
Don't hibernate this winter — hit up aquarium nightclubs, harbourside ice rinks and moonlight kayaking sessions instead.
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GuideTen Sydney Solstice Highlights You Should Have on Your Radar This Winter
Don’t hibernate — head to debaucherous feasts, aquarium nightclubs and music-filled stargazing sessions instead.
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NewsSix Ways to Make the Most of Sydney's New Winter Arts Festival (From Free to Fancy)
Check out luminous projections, party with sharks and make your own burrata.
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GuideNine Outdoor Adventures You Can Have in Sydney This Winter If You Unabashedly Love the Cold
Embrace your favourite season with laneway dance parties, harbourside ice rinks and kayak trips under the stars.
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FeatureSydney Winter Guide 2021
Winter — the season of scarves and sweaters, cold mornings and cosier nights.
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NewsMelbourne Aquarium Has Released an Adorable and Soothing Series of Slow TV and Meditation Videos
Featuring the venue's sea creatures, these calming clips will help you cope with this chaotic year.
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NewsEleven Ways to Get Involved in National Reconciliation Week This Year
From weaving workshops to engaging panel discussions, there are heaps of events across the country.
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NewsVivid Has Just Dropped Its Full Lineup of Lights, Music and Ideas for 2021
The program features a chat with Jameela Jamil, a Cantina OK! pop-up and over 50 light installations.
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Sydney Fringe Festival Will Return This September with In-Person Shows and Three New Hubs
The independent arts showcase will give locally made theatre productions, cabaret and musicals, and experimental art their own venues.
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NewsSix Lower North Shore Cultural Experiences Not to Miss This Winter
From thought-provoking exhibitions to a captivating crossover of orchestral tunes and physical theatre, there's plenty to add to your diary.
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NewsSydney Solstice Is the New Festival Taking Over the City This June with More Than 200 Events
Popping into Vivid's usual winter slot, it's bringing its huge lineup of food, music and performances to four inner city precincts.
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NewsDark Mofo Has Unveiled Its Massive (and Mostly Free) 2021 Lineup
After being forced to cancel its 2020 event due to the pandemic, the Tasmanian winter arts festival is making a comeback.
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NewsThe Federal Government Has Promised to Give the Arts Nearly $300 Million in COVID-19 Relief
The 2021-22 Budget will see $125 million dedicated to the Government's RISE fund, $20 million for independent theatres and $10 for Support Act.
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NewsHannah Gadsby Is Touring Her Brand New Live Stand-Up Show Around Australia This Year
The witty Aussie comedian's 'Body of Work' will make its way around the country between July and November.
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NewsWhere to Get a Big Dose of Arts and Culture in Greater Western Sydney
Catch live theatre shows, check out boundary-pushing art and go back in time at Australia's oldest homestead — all outside the 2000 postcode.
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NewsThe First Three Installations of Vivid's 2021 Program Have Been Revealed
Two luminous clocks in The Rocks and Barangaroo are currently counting down to this year's launch.
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NewsThis Plan Proposes Revitalising Kings Cross with New Music Venues, Theatres and a Town Square
The plan looks to transform Kings Cross back into a neon-lit nighttime hub.
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GuideA Big List of Must-See Shows, Festivals and Exhibitions to Add to Your Calendar This Year
Dazzling displays of light, hit Broadway musicals, beloved music fests — they're all popping up throughout the rest of 2021.
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NewsHarbord Hotel Is Hosting an 11-Day Surf Culture and Music Festival During the Narrabeen Classic
Froth Fest will take over the Freshwater spot with a lineup of art, film, music, food and drink.
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NewsShops Will Be Able to Stay Open Later and Host Small Events Under a New City of Sydney Plan
The local council wants to help revitalise the city's nightlife by allowing later trading and encouraging small-scale cultural events.
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NewsThe Sydney Opera House Now Has Its Own Streaming Service Filled with Gigs, Shows and Talks
It currently features over 30 hours of programming — which spans more than 45 different events.
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NewsYCK Laneways Is the New CBD Cultural Precinct That's Launching with a Six-Week Block Party
Ten bars are joining forces to kickstart the precinct, serving up a lineup filled interactive art, poetry readings and live music.
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NewsFive Summertime Clips to Watch When You Want to Forget You're Back at Work
Let those warm, fuzzy summer vibes wash right over you.
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NewsKings Cross Hotel Is Reopening Its Dance Floor at Exactly 12.01am Tonight
Dust off your dancing shoes — the venue is letting Sydneysiders make shapes again from the very second that restrictions ease.
