Culture

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The first two shows to open at La Mama after a year-long hiatus continue its six-decade tradition of supporting new experimental theatre.

The stand-outs of the Perth Festival’s first weekend bring to the fore hidden stories, from the exploitations of haute couture to state violence in Taiwan.

Melania is an undeniable crock, the work of a hireling director so timid and apathetic he can’t even capitalise on the political bifurcation in front of him.

In Pillion, a surprisingly tender portrayal of BDSM and biker culture, Swedish actor Alexander Skarsgård has taken on his boldest role yet.