Pigalle
“I really love French disco from the late 70s to the early 80s”, I whispered into the ear of my friend, Sue, as we watched and listened to the DJ, … Read the rest “Pigalle”
Tag sydney festival
A Life in Three Acts – Bette Bourne
“OMG, I’ve been there”, I whispered in the ear of my friend, as an image of the The Royal Vauxhall Tavern in London flashed on the screen. We were sitting … Read the rest “A Life in Three Acts –…
Name in Lights
It’s not a very good photograph, is it? If you squint hard enough, though, you might be able to recognise the name “Kate Croll“. Along with myself, Kate’s … Read the rest “Name in Lights”
Festival First Night
“She looks a bit bored”, my friend Kate said to me, referring to the expression on the face of Emmylou Harris, as she performed tonight at Sydney Festival First Night. … Read the rest “Festival First Night”
Sat On My Lap
As Kate and I walked around the streets of Chippendale, we noticed posters featuring artwork by Luke Temby. I noticed another one tonight as I came home from dinner at … Read the rest “Sat On My Lap”
Hot in the City
As I listened to the radio this morning, Liz Ellis played the classic summer song, “Hot In The City” by Billy Idol. Twelve hours later, and as I walked home, … Read the rest “Hot in the City”
Festival Party
“Did you see Grace Jones” was the most popular conversation opener at last night’s “Sydney Festival Opening Night Party” at Hyde Park Barracks. Damo and I arrived there just after … Read the rest “Festival Party”
Here’s Grace
Grace Jones was just a tiny spot on the stage last night, but she still managed to fill The Domain. She was, of course, the star attraction for the Sydney … Read the rest “Here’s Grace”