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Isabelle JamesIsabelle James

Isabelle is an arts and culture writer with over three years' experience. Outside of the office, she's most at home on coastal walks, thrifting at Glebe Markets or soaking up a late-night jazz set in Surry Hills.

We’re about to enter a new season of musicals: here’s what you should book

May 5, 2026May 2, 2026 by Isabelle James
Anastasia Musical Sydney

A new era of musicals is about to hit Sydney’s biggest and best theatres. Here are the shows we think you should book.

Categories Entertainment, Theatre & Opera Tags musicals, Sydney, Theatre

Powerhouse Parramatta’s construction officially complete: here’s what we know about the opening

May 3, 2026May 1, 2026 by Isabelle James
Powerhouse Parramatta Completed

Powerhouse Parramatta has officially reached its final major construction milestone, with 100% completion of main building works. Now, work begins on the installation of their first five major international exhibitions.

Categories News Tags Parramatta, Powerhouse Parramatta Leave a comment

Meet the director behind Sydney Film Festival 2026’s most talked-about feature

April 30, 2026 by Isabelle James
Mia Kidis French Girls TV

We chat with the director and writer behind one of this year’s most talked about features at the Sydney Film Festival.

Categories Entertainment Tags French Girls, SFF, Sydney Film Festival, Sydney Film Festival 2026

38 things to do in Sydney in May 2026

May 4, 2026April 29, 2026 by Isabelle James
Bronte Beach in Sydney

Fill your May calendar with our stacked list of things to do in Sydney, from blockbuster festivals, comedy shows, gigs, theatre, art exhibitions and even celestial events!

Categories Things to do Tags May, things to do in sydney, things to do in Sydney in May

I saw an exclusive preview of The Lion King in Sydney – here’s why you should book your tickets

April 23, 2026April 22, 2026 by Isabelle James
Aphiwe Nyezi plays Simba in The Lion King

That unmistakable opening Zulu chant, Nants’ Ingonyama, can only mean one thing: The Lion King has returned to Sydney, ready to captivate audiences. Read about our exclusive first look here.

Categories Entertainment, Theatre & Opera Tags The Lion King, The Lion King Sydney

Eat, drink, be merry! The best bars and restaurants to go to during the Sydney Comedy Festival

May 1, 2026April 22, 2026 by Isabelle James
Mountain Culture Brewery Redfern

We’ve rounded up the best places to drink and dine around each of the 13 Sydney Comedy Festival hubs.

Categories Things to do, Food & Drink Tags Sydney Comedy Festival, Where to eat at the Sydney Comedy Festival

Our guide to Surry Hills: best restaurants, bars and things to do

April 30, 2026April 20, 2026 by Isabelle James
The Clock Surry Hills

One of Sydney’s most vibrant neighbourhoods, Surry Hills is packed with some of the city’s buzziest bars, standout restaurants, top-tier coffee, and an ever-evolving lineup of things to see and do.

Categories Precincts Tags Guide to Surry Hills, Surry Hills

Would you pay $60 to skip the Anzac Day queues? These Paddo pubs are selling fast passes

April 17, 2026 by Isabelle James
The Royal Paddington Anzac Day

This popular Paddington pub is offering fast passes to skip the ANZAC Day queues. The catch? It’ll set you back up to $60.

Categories Things to do Tags Anzac Day, Anzac Day queues

The Cutaway, Barangaroo’s new 24/7 cultural hub, has officially reached completion

April 17, 2026 by Isabelle James
The Cutaway Barangaroo

Barangaroo is having a moment. With the new metro station boosting access and its long-awaited cultural space, The Cutaway, now complete, the precinct is ready to step into the spotlight.

Categories News Tags Barangaroo, bars, Concerts, restaurants

Murder mystery meets comedy: a first look at Cluedo The Play

April 16, 2026 by Isabelle James
Cluedo The Play

The world’s favourite murder mystery board game is coming to life in a new stage play at Theatre Royal, and it’s laugh-out-loud funny.

Categories Entertainment, Family Fun, Theatre & Opera Tags Australian Theatre, Cluedo The Play, Comedy, Theatre Royal
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