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Discover Hobart’s Drag Kings with Mullet Styles Taking Center Stage in a Centrelink Lip-Sync Performance
Since the closure of Hobart’s only dedicated gay bar in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the local LGBTQIA+ community has been searching for a vibrant space to gather. Despite this setback, the interest in Drag Kings within Hobart’s queer arts scene has been on the rise, with performers observing an expanding audience. For many…
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“Trapped by Trend: Comedian Will Gibb Discusses the Challenges of TikTok Stardom”
When I reach Gibb by phone, he is cruising through Brisbane, enthusiastically belting out Charli XCX’s “Wuthering Heights” track, “Chains of Love.” It takes him a moment to realize there’s someone waiting on the other end of the line. This delay is understandable, especially considering the hectic schedule he’s juggling. Currently, it’s the season for…
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Kitty Flanagan Faces Off Against Anne Edmonds in an Entertaining Clash of Wits
Anne Edmonds conceived her new comedic series, “Bad Company,” while performing with the Melbourne Theatre Company, envisioning an unrestrained satire focused on the arts industry. Key Highlights of Bad Company This clever comedy features two of Australia’s finest comedians in a competitive setting. Stars include Anne Edmonds, Kitty Flanagan, Angella Dravid, Cameron James, Will Gibb,…
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“Comedians Invest Heavily in Festival Performances Despite Minimal Returns”
How much would you consider paying for someone to activate a projector for you each night over the course of a week? Perhaps $100? $200 and a few drinks? This scenario reflects a recent experience of comedians Ethan Cavanagh and Sweeney Preston, who are the creators of the unique comedy and wine-tasting show “In Pour…