From an episode of SmartArtsPresented by Jono Butler and Steph Teitelbaum

Interview

SmartArts: The Lucky Country Comes To Melbourne For Fringe Festival

Jono Butler and Steph Teitelbaum guest host SmartArts this week and are joined by Vidya Makan and Sonya Suares for a conversation about The Lucky Country, a new musical exploring Australian identity.

Playing as part of the Melbourne Fringe Festival programme, The Lucky Country features an original score (with nods to the likes of Kylie Minogue and Baker Boy).

The Lucky Country is playing at Southbank Theatre, The Lawler from 13-18 October. Tickets are available through Southbank’s website and the Melbourne Fringe Festival too.

Lucky Country
Listen to SmartArts: The Lucky Country Comes To Melbourne For Fringe Festival28:399 October 2025