Richard Peakman - Circus 1903
In 2016 the Sydney Opera House was transformed into a magical circus big top for the world premiere of Circus 1903. Now after 7 years of touring the world, evolving & maturing Circus 1903 is set to make a thrilling return to its birthplace. Ahead of this return, Pario spoke with Associate Director Richard Peakman about his journey with Circus 1903 & the journey of the show itself over the past 7 years.
Darren Hall - Championship Gold
Professional wrestling is a truly unique form of entertainment where competitors fight to claim ownership over large, ornate belts. In Australia, one man paved the way for championship belt makers locally by seeing a void in the market & stepping up to fill that void. That man was Darren Hall from Championship Gold, who recognised there was an opening for a more affordable, local belt maker in a burgeoning Australian wrestling scene.
Marc Fennell - The Mission
Australia was first introduced to Marc Fennell as 'That Movie Guy' on Triple J radio. Since then Marc has developed his critical thinking skill set to go on to become a Walkley Award-winning journalist & documentarian. Ahead of the release of his latest SBS documentary series, The Mission, Marc sat down with Pario to discuss the show & his career journey.
Garth Davis - FOE
After directing the critically acclaimed film Lion, which earned 6 Oscar nominations at the 2016 Academy Awards, Australian director Garth Davis was rightfully highly sought after. Now Garth returns with his latest film, Foe, starring Saoirse Ronan & Paul Mescal.
'The Chief' Rig
The nickname 'The Chief' has been synonymous with one man for many years, former NRL player Paul 'The Chief' Harragon. Recently though, there’s been a new Chief in town, the Newcastle Pro Wrestling Heavyweight Champion & huge Newcastle Knights fan 'The Chief’ Rig.
Amanda Miller
Amanda recently sat down with Pario to discuss her journey from a career in emergency medicine to acting. While chatting with Amanda the strike action inevitably became a major talking point as we spoke on the eve of SAG-AFTRA joining the cause alongside the WGA.
Kingless: Festival Of Explosions
Australian game creators Two19 have entered into the fray with their game Kingless & its new expansion Festival Of Explosions to rousing success, earning a PAX Australia Indie Showcase Award.
Wanderer Festival
Australia has been known for its music festivals throughout the years. From the father of them all Big Day Out right through to the iconic Tamworth Country Music Festival, Groovin' The Moo, Listen Out & even Falls Festival. However, nothing has captured the imagination quite like the newcomer, Wanderer Festival.
Gretta Ray
With the beaming positivity that emits from Gretta it only seems fitting that her new record is aptly titled, Positive Spin.
BLCKSMTH Apparel
BLCKSMTH Apparel is a London-based clothing brand that fuses wrestling merch with sportswear, particularly football shirts. In a recent conversation, Allan told Pario how this concept first formed in his mind.
Greg Gould
Australian singer-songwriter Greg Gould has been working tirelessly to pursue his passion over the past 10 or so years.
'HeartbreakCore' Shazza McKenzie
Speaking to Pario just a couple of months after moving to the US, Shazza explained her thought process in deciding to move, the hurdles she had to jump through, the joy at being able to follow her passion & the immense opportunities that have already presented themselves to her.
Dave Faint
For Sydney-based graphic designer/artist/illustrator Dave Faint, constant immersion in art has been incredibly creatively stimulating.
Jordan Pollard - The Tap Pack
This year The Tap Pack will celebrate a decade of shuffling their way around the world together.
WALTA
Walta's most recent single, Fade Into The Background, explore the search for validation in the more conventional manner of someone "begging overlooked."
Ryan Betson
Ryan Betson chats about his work helping people overcome neurodivergence & disability through a love for gaming.
Lenka Kripac - OpenField Arts Festival
Speaking to Pario recently OpenField Arts Festival co-director Lenka Kripac explained how the idea for OpenField first developed & the vision for the festival now & into the future.
'The Baddest Bitch On The Indies' Steph De Lander
Steph De Lander has proven again & again that ‘The Powerhouse Predator’ is the alpha of every division she chooses to hunt in. Recently De Lander sat down with Pario to reflect on her journey so far & also look to the future as she begins her hunt on the indie scene.
Maggie Lindemann
The journey that 23-year-old American Maggie Lindemann has taken to make her Australian debut is both unique & very interesting.
Karen Harding
Creative passions engulf almost all aspects of Karen Harding's life. Although Karen is a professional accountant her true passions lay in music & the arts. Whenever she's not working Karen is either painting, writing music, playing music & hustling in her music PR side business, Rise Indie.