The Plug - October 2024

Culture // October 2024 The Plug - October 2024
We’ve pulled together some of our top recommendations of what to read, listen, watch, and see around Melbourne this October.

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Intermezzo: Sally Rooney

Why the Plug?

The latest release from the acclaimed author of ‘Normal People’, Sally Rooney, has hit shelves. ‘Intermezzo’ focuses on two brothers with very little in common besides both grieving their father’s loss. Told from both perspectives in alternating chapters, Rooney’s classic dialogue and writing style shines through in her latest novel.

Buy here.

LISTEN

Serial – Ten Year Anniversary

Why the Plug?

It’s been ten years since the podcast that kicked off world’s true crime obsession was released.

Season 1 of ‘Serial’ was, and still is, one of the best true crime podcasts going around. Focusing on the murder of Baltimore high-school student, Hae Minn Lee in 1999, the 12-episode series is expertly narrated and researched.

If you managed to miss the hysteria that surrounded this podcast when it was released, it’s not too late to dive in now.

Listen to episode 1 here.

SEE

The Lygon Street Market

Why the Plug?

The newest addition to the already flourishing Melbourne market scene is already a crowd favourite. The Lygon Street Market comes from the crew behind the renowned Rose Street Artists’ Market in Fitzroy. The monthly market falls on the first Sunday of each month and showcases the very best in locally made art, design and delicious treats. While the next instalment falls on the 3rd November, be sure to head to the market on Sunday 1st December for a special Christmas Market.

Find out more here.

WATCH

Made in China 2.0

Why the Plug?

Recognised around the world as one of Beijing’s most significant theatre directors, Wang Chong, returns to Melbourne’s Arts Centre with an unexpected and intimate solo performance. Made in China 2.0 follows its sell-out debut season as an enlightening portrait of family and popular culture.

Buy tickets here.

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