Anne-Louise Sarks says her inaugural MTC season offers new perspectives and tells familiar stories in new ways in order to open up conversation and attract new audiences.

Life on edge is front and centre in Patricia Cornelius' latest play RUNT.

Four leading Australian playwrights present a perspective-packed snapshot of the nation’s fragmentation.

Christos Tsiolkas' Loaded, a transcript of an FBI interrogation performed verbatim, and a reimagining of Macbeth by Scott Shepherd are among the highlights.

Muriel’s Wedding takes home seven awards, followed closely by Hir and A View From the Bridge.

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time and Twelfth Night starring Geoffrey Rush top and tail a topical programme. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in

MTC will commission a minimum of 35 new works and provide up to 15 writer-in-residence opportunities over five years. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in

★★★★½ A brutal but ultimately touching portrait of femininity from the lowest dregs of the underclasses. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in

The outspoken and award-winning playwright reveals why she isn't afraid to tell the truth about Australia.