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Art Smitten

Art Smitten is SYN"s weekly guide to arts, culture and entertainment in Australia and around the world. With a focus on youth and emerging arts, we"re here to showcase culture ahead of the curve. From our base in Naarm/Melbourne, contributors interview, review, and cover the very best of what the world’s second-most liveable city has to offer. Whether it"s film, fashion, photography or Fauvism you"re into, Art Smitten is the place!

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15:07

Son of a B**** interview with Felix and Helen

Art Smitten ·

2019/03/27

Most men would dread working with their mothers, but not comedian Felix Castaner, whose own mother Helen Breier co-stars in his new stage show Son of a Bitch. Like a modern-day version of the classic Australian sitcom Mother & Son, it sees Felix trying to deal with his “overbearing” Mum, with hilarious results. Felix and Helen joined Art Smitten’s Nicola and Dwight to discuss how their show came about, and what audiences can expect to see. Son of a Bitchis being performed as

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8:18

'Here Come The Blues' interview with Fiannah De Rue

Art Smitten ·

2019/03/24

Co-writer and performer of the theatrical comedy Here Come The Blues, Fiannah De Rue, discusses her love of the Carlton Football Club and the messages she hopes her show will convey with Nicola, Arnie and die-hard Bombers supporter Tom. Here Come The Bluesis being performed as part of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival fromTuesday, March 26that Tasma Terrace. For more information about the show, visitcomedyfestival.com.au/2019/shows/here-come-the-blues Segment originally aired Wednesday,

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9:20

Interview with Dave Massingham

Art Smitten ·

2019/03/21

To promote his new show Little Sketch Book of Horrors, performer Dave Massingham – who specialises in improv comedy – spoke with co-hosts Dwight, Dini and Tom about his inspiration for the show, and what audiences can expect to see in the confines of Tasma Terrace. Little Sketch Book of Horrors is being performed as part of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival from March 26th. For more information about the show, head to

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13:42

TAINT Cabaret interview with Jack Beeby

Art Smitten ·

2019/03/17

Co-hosts Dwight, Dini and Tom talk to Jack Beeby, the alter-ego of drag queen Six Inches Uncut, about how he came to discover the drag scene and create TAINT Cabaret, a monthly event that walks the line between “fantasy and filth”. For more information about TAINT Cabaret, head to the official Facebook page. You can also follow Six Inches Uncut via Facebook and Twitter. Segment originally aired Sunday, March 3rd. Produced by Tom Parry. Image courtesy of the artist.See

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11:33

Interview with Rik Brown

Art Smitten ·

2019/03/17

In a frenetic, wide-ranging chat with Art Smitten’s Charisa and Nicola, improvisational comedian Rik Brown discusses his new scripted, one-man play Rocky the Third; what it’s like to be a teacher of improv; his biggest comedy influences; and the many, many other shows he is partaking in. Rocky the Third will be playing at The Butterfly Club as part of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival from March 25th. For more information, visit

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8:17

'Play On’ interview with Lydia Dobbin

Art Smitten ·

2019/03/14

Creator of the experimental music series Play On, Lydia Dobbin, joins co-hosts Charlie, Aurora and Tom to discuss the merits of performing in an underground car park, and what to expect from the upcoming performances. More information about Play On can be found on their official website and Facebook page. Segment originally aired Wednesday, March 12th. Produced by Tom Parry. Image courtesy of Play On.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:10

Theory of Relativity interview

Art Smitten ·

2019/03/12

Jared Smith, Luke Martin and Jess Marshall of Lightbox Productions speak withArt Smitten's co-hosts Tom, Marcie, Sim and Nicola about theirLove Actually-inspired musical showThe Theory of Relativity, which has its premiere earlier this month. For more information about Lightbox Productions, visit their official website, Facebook and Instagram pages. Segment originally aired Wednesday, February 27th. Produced by Tom Parry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:26

'World Problems' interview with Emma Mary Hall

Art Smitten ·

2019/03/11

In preparation for International Women’s Day, co-hosts Charisa and Nicola chatted with Emma Mary Hall, the writer and director of World Problems about the philosophical crises and cultural barriers that led to her show’s creation. Emma will be performing World Problems at fortyfivedownstairs from March 13th. For more information, head to fortyfivedownstairs.com/wp2016/event/world-problems Originally aired Wednesday, March 6th. Produced by Tom Parry. Image courtesy of the artist.See

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10:30

Global Citizen interview

Art Smitten ·

2019/03/09

Two crew members from the theatrical group Norbury Productions, Verity Norbury and Rohan Dimsey, discuss their new comedy, The Global Citizen and the perils of working in retail with co-hosts Marcie, Sim, Tom and Nicola. For more information about Norbury Productions, visit their Facebook and Instagram pages. Originally aired Wednesday, February 27th. Produced by Tom Parry. Image courtesy of Norbury Productions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:57

Linden New Art interview with Melinda Martin

Art Smitten ·

2019/02/28

Co-hosts Luca and Fergus are given insight into the Linden Art Prize exhibition by guest Melinda Martin. The exhibition will be housed in the Linden New Art gallery until April 28th. For more information, head to lindenarts.org/exhibitions Segment originally aired February 24th. Produced by Marcie Di Bartolomeo; edited by Tom Parry. Image courtesy of Linden New Art.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:07

'Stan & Ollie' Review

Art Smitten ·

2019/02/24

In this segment, Marcie & Tom discuss Jon S. Baird's filmStan & Ollie– documenting the duo’s tour of the UK and Ireland – with co-hosts Arnie and Nicola.Read Tom's written review of the film here: syn.org.au/syn-reviews-stan-ollie Originally aired Wednesday, February 20th.Produced and edited by Tom Parry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:48

Interview with Fiona Sweet

Art Smitten ·

2019/02/23

Technical difficulties weren’t going to stop Arnie and Nicola from interviewing Fiona Sweet, the creative director of the Ballarat International Foto Biennale, who spoke to Art Smitten about the opening of the National Centre of Photography and the inaugural exhibition from artist Robbie Rowlands. For more information on the exhibition, head to ballaratfoto.org/events/robbie-rowlands/ Segment original aired Wednesday, February 20th. Produced and edited by Tom Parry.See omnystudio.com/listener

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5:29

Talking Audio Plays

Art Smitten ·

2019/02/22

Co-hosts James Karakolis and Tom Denham discuss their appreciation of audio serials, and improvise their own radio play at segment's end.Originally aired February 13th. Produced by Marcie Di Bartolomeo; edited by Tom Parry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:58

'Sex Education' Discussion

Art Smitten ·

2019/02/20

Digby and Nicola discuss 'Sex Education', a Netflix Original Series that follows Otis Milburn (Asa Butterfield) as he assists his peers through their sexual difficulties.Segment originally aired February 10th. Produced by Marcie Di Bartolomeo; edited by Tom Parry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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15:33

"Badass" Interview with Tash York

Art Smitten ·

2019/02/20

Nicola, Digby and Ben have a lovely chat with Tash York about her new cabaret "Badass" which is all about managing anxiety in every day life, and being a total badass about it. Featuring a lot of parodied pop songs, raps, hilarious true stories, improvised numbers and a whole lot of heart, "Badass" has Tash York's signature style all over it--and Tash being a total badass in the face of her anxiety. "Badass" premiered at The Toff In Town on February 10th at 7:30pm. Originally aired on February 10th

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10:29

"Sweet Phoebe" Interview with Mark Wilson

Art Smitten ·

2019/02/20

Marcie and Tom talk to Mark Wilson, director of "Sweet Phoebe", a stageplay about a couple and a dog (with the titular name Phoebe). This adaptation, both funny and disturbing, is a study of relationships and a celebration of the 25th anniversary of the original play by acclaimed Australian playwright Michael Gow. Currently playing at Red Stitch Theatre until March 3rd Originally aired February 10th. Segment produced by Tom Parry and Marcie Di Bartolomeo, edited by Marcie Di Bartolomeo. Photo

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8:50

AYO and Victorian Opera "Wagner's Parsifal" Interview

Art Smitten ·

2019/02/19

Viv, Fergus and Luca talk to Jarrad from the Australian Youth Orchestra (AYO) and his experiences as an AYO musician. In particular how AYO is collaborating with Victorian Opera in their production of Wagner’s Parsifal, where AYO musicians will be taking to the orchestra pit to provide the accompaniment to some world-renowned opera singers. Parsifal will be on Wednesday 20 February, 4:30pm, Friday 22 February, 4:30pm, Sunday 24 February, 3:00pm at Palais Theatre, St Kilda. Originally aired on

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17:46

"Mad World" Interview

Art Smitten ·

2019/02/17

Viv, Fergus and Luca interview Madi, Sophie and Juan from Mad World presented by David Butler Studio and Richard Taki. Mad World transports audiences to the twisted and mad cabaret world of Klub Wonderland in WWII Berlin. A "choose your own adventure" kind of cabaret, no two experiences are the same. It has another four shows this Sunday to Wednesday 7pm at Vau d'Vile Drag Cabaret 62-70 Johnston St. Fitzroy. Aired originally on Sunday February 17th. Segment produced and edited by Marcie Di

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8:37

Sundance 2019 Recap

Art Smitten ·

2019/02/17

The Sundance Film Festival is an annual event held in Salt Lake City, Utah that showcases the best new independent American movies. In this segment, Charisa, Tom and Marcie discuss highlights from the 2019 Festival, including Honey Boy, Late Night, The Farewell and Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile. Originally aired Wednesday, March 6th. Segment produced and edited by Tom Parry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:52

'Cake Daddy' Review

Art Smitten ·

2019/02/17

Marcie, Charisa and Tom discuss Cake Daddy, a queer cabaret that is all about body positivity and acceptance, as part of the 2019 Midsumma Festival. Originally aired Wednesday, March 6th. Segment produced and edited by Tom Parry. Image courtesy of the artist and Theatre Works.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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