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COMING HOME
Tracing back to the 1980s in Papunya, Warumpi Band's rise to fame, and their iconic breakthrough in the Australian music scene as the first Aboriginal rock band to sing in...

KEEPIN' IT FRESH
FRESH TRACKS RETURNS to Darwin Fringe Festival, bringing bold, experimental dance works to the stage in a showcase of emerging voices and untold stories. WORDS BROOKE GIBBS Curated by Tracks...

LUKE KIDGELL
Comedy sensation Luke Kidgell is much admired for his viral crowd work that turns live shows into unpredictable, wildly hilarious experiences. Rita Horanyi caught up with the talented improviser for...

YOU ARE A DOUGHNUT
ART MEETS SCIENCE in this biological-musical-comedy for kids, as biology teachers Oesoph A. Gus and Dewey Dean hit the Top End with their award-winning show that explores the ins and...

A WILD TWO-NIGHT STAND
Comedian Vanessa Larry Mitchell has secrets to spill! This month, she returns to Darwin with her critically acclaimed stand - up comedy Teardrops on My Dildo, plus her brand -...

FAIR PUNISHMENT
The Brown’s Mart Theatre stage fires up once again, the beloved institution joining forces with local creative biz Business Unusual to present Fair Punishment. WORDS TIERNEY WHITE IMAGE CHARLIE BLISS...

RATBURGER
Get ready for a bellyful of laughs and a dash of adventure as Ratburger, based on the bestselling novel by David Walliams, bursts onto the stage at the Darwin Entertainment...

LAUGH YOUR TROUBLES AWAY
Nothing lifts your spirits like a good belly laugh. Let it all out when the Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow comes to Darwin and Alice Springs. WORDS LISA PELLEGRINO IMAGE...

TIME FOR SAFETY
When it comes to driving, the first year is the riskiest, and for the young drivers of the Territory, it’s a reality that can be all too devastating. WORDS BROOKE...

SUB
Delve into a multi-sensory performance with GUTS Dance in collaboration with local choreographer Ashleigh Musk, as they present experimental dance production SUB. WORDS JENNA HOARE IMAGE IVAN TRIGO MIRAS BRINGING...

Choreolab Findings
After weeks of exploration, creation and rehearsal, the 2025 cohort of Tracks Dance Company’s Choreolab program is ready to present their findings. WORDS TIERNEY WHITE IMAGE DUANE PRESTON 12 PARTICIPANTS...

Breaking New Heights
Hot on the heels of their appearance at Adelaide Fringe, Japan’s most talked-about contemporary circus company Cirquework makes their Darwin debut, with their latest electrifying performance, YOAH. WORDS BROOKE GIBBS...

Choreography 101
Is your New Year’s resolution to up your dance practice and exploration? Tracks Dance Company might have the program for you! By Jenna Kirkham TRACKS’ CHOREOLAB RETURNS in 2025 to...

The Nutcracker
Renowned around the globe, The Nutcracker is a timeless Christmas tale beloved by many. This December, the Victorian State Ballet brings this magical performance to the Top End. By Jenna...

Brown’s Mart’s Bright Year Ahead
The beloved institution that is Brown’s Mart Theatre has officially launched a jam‑packed 2025 program, the hardworking team gearing up to deliver audiences a wonderful year of local theatre, music...

Discover Desert Artists
Get ready for a sizzling showcase as Central Australia’s up-and-coming actors, playwrights, and directors light up the stage in a one-night show at Red Hots Arts in Mparntwe/Alice Springs. By...

A Timeless Tale
Stepping gracefully onto the Top End stage this month, Leisa’s School of Dancing from Darwin and Duprada Dance Company from Alice Springs present Coppélia, a three-act comedic performance showcasing Territory...

Abbie Chatfield
The formidable force that is Abbie Chatfield graces Darwin with her presence, as she brings her Trauma Dump Tour to Darwin Entertainment Centre. By Tierney White “I’M SUPER EXCITED to...

Stephen K Amos
He’s survived the South African jungle in I’m A Celebrity Australia, tread the boards of London's West End in the smash hit musical My Fair Lady, and appeared in Tim...

Sooshi Mango Home Made
Much loved larrikins Sooshi Mango return to the Top End with a hilarious new show, sure to get those ribs tickling. By Tierney White THE TRIO INCLUDES brothers Joe and...