Visual Art
‘Gutsy, determined, hilarious and sharp’: Elizabeth Yanyi Close leaves behind a towering legacy

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised this article includes the names and images of people who have passed away.

 

Family and friends of Elizabeth Yanyi Close reflect on the Pitjantjatjara and Yankunytjatjara artist’s life and art.

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Visual Art

Greg Johns retrospective is a landmark exhibition – and an exhibition of landmarks

Greg Johns’ sculptures are recognisable sights around Adelaide. A 5o-year retrospective survey reflects on Johns’ remarkable journey experimenting with space and shape.

JNBYJohn Neylon
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Stephanie Radok’s spectral trees invite slow reflection

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What’s My Scene: For Allison Chhorn, memory makes good material

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The unmade beds and squalid beauty of Nan Goldin’s chosen family

Theatre
‘Gateway drug into cabaret’: Reuben Kaye promises hedonism and healing at 2026 Adelaide Cabaret Festival

From the viral hits of Post Modern Jukebox to a Jesus Christ Superstar tribute, artistic director Reuben Kaye unveils his Adelaide Cabaret Festival slate.

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Theatre

Fringe review: Tash York is Drop Red Gorgeous

The performer delivers a fiery, tongue-in-cheek celebration of redheads. ★★★★

AFBYAnnabel Fedcesin
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Fringe review: Bob Marley – How Reggae Changed the World

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Fringe review: Forgotten Tributary

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Fringe review: The Perfect Life (A Musical by Amity Dry)

Film & TV

‘I was very hungry’: Isabelle Huppert courts blood and betrayal on stage and screen

Ahead of the Adelaide Festival premiere of Mary Said What She Said, the French cinema great reflects on playing a condemned queen, a murderous countess, and a billionaire – and her collaboration with the late Robert Wilson.

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It takes Jim Jarmusch a lot of effort to make things look effortless

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Paul McCartney … lost and found

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Move over Spinal Tap … The Moment has arrived

Books & Poetry

Bridging worlds: Jelena Dinić’s poetry of a life lived ‘in-between’

In The Bridge, the new collection of poems from Jelena Dinić, the award-winning Serbian-Australian poet explores how connections are forged between languages and communities.

RMBYRachael Mead
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‘Real shock’ as local author longlisted for $60,000 Stella Prize

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More than words: The healing power of poetry

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Book review: The Couples Retreat

Music

Fringe review: California Crooners Club

Hugh Sheridan and co present a playful set full of romance and fun. ★★★★

HWBYHolly Webbe
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Back in the game: The evolution of Danielle Spencer

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Slava Grigoryan strikes new chord after ‘gut-wrenching’ Guitar Festival axing

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Adelaide Festival review: Sergej Krylov with Konstantin Shamray

Must Read

‘A magical thing’: Fringe faithful Britt Plummer is leading a clown revolution

Theatre-maker, trained clown, and producer Britt Plummer explains how The Courtyard of Curiosities has snowballed from a yurt in a museum courtyard to an international artists’ hub.

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Adelaide Festival director breaks silence on Writers’ Week, reaffirms ‘defiant spirit’

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‘There’s more life in a fallen tree than a standing one’: Slingsby plots a long farewell after 21 years

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‘The only ecstasy in my life’: Reopening Barbara Hanrahan’s diaries

Visual Art
Heart of gold: Archie Moore digs deep for Adelaide Biennial

A gold-plated heart and treasure map form a bittersweet tribute to the father of Venice Biennale-fêted artist Archie Moore – one of 24 artists featured in Yield Strength, the 2026 Adelaide Biennial of Australian Art.

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