Billie Holiday
I went searching on Spotify and Youtube Music yesterday for a comprehensive album or playlist of the works of Billie Holiday. Though it’s been at least 35 years since I … Read the rest “Billie Holiday”
arts
I like all kinds of art – music, theatre, film, sculpture etc – but in recent times, it’s visual art that interests me more, especially contemporary works. Here’s some of the stuff that I’ve found interesting lately.
My Ancestors Raised Pigs
I remember reading somewhere – maybe in a history of the Bega Show – that one of my ancestors was a champion pig breeder.
I have no idea what that … Read the rest “My Ancestors Raised Pigs”
Binge Drinking
“Has Mikkelsen ever been so good?” was the headline in the Swedish newspaper, Aftonbladet this week. Mads Mikkelsen (who is also featured in the film currently screening, “Chaos Walking) is … Read the rest “Binge Drinking”
Supernova + Stop Girl
“It’s was really weird in some ways, as I’ve known Sally for about thirty years”, I said to my friend as talked about the play “Stop Girl” at Belvoir Street … Read the rest “Supernova + Stop Girl”
Hamilton + Durian
I’ve only ever eaten durian in one of those sweet pancakes you will often find in an Asian bakery. I can vaguely remember the first time I tried it, thinking … Read the rest “Hamilton + Durian”
Public Art in Surry Hills
A couple of days ago a friend and neighbour alerted me to a new piece of public art in Surry Hills, on the wall of the nearby Bourke Street Bakery.… Read the rest “Public Art in Surry Hills”