Damien Hirst's cabinet of curiosities: A display of life and death

A collection of natural specimen alongside man-made objects will go on sale to support an artist’s charity and legendary museum.

What makes a successful art auction?

Leading auction houses tell us what it takes to procure the top-drawer artworks for sale, and then get a good…

Opera Review offers opportunity to hit high notes

The National Opera Review has the potential to highlight cultural and economic opportunities for Australia from a global art form.

11 intriguing shows to see at Melbourne Fringe

Over 400 shows involving more than 5000 artists feature in this year’s Fringe; choosing what to see doesn’t have to…

From death comes desire, from dance comes art

Love and loss are universal themes that Judith Wright theatrically plays out in her first major solo exhibition at QUT.

Screen Forever: getting the US muscle

John Bell directs Tempest for the first time in 2015 season

'Liberty through redemption' returns in Shakespearean play as John Bell's company turns 25.

Australian Ballet’s 2015 season intensifies national and international focus

A new production of Sleeping Beauty directed by Artistic Director David McAllister features in the touring program.

Historic collections could be lost to ‘digital dinosaurs’

Australian’s cultural institutions must adopt more of a digital strategy if they are to remain relevant with audiences.

The female breast inspires contemporary art

Internationally celebrated Thai artist Pinaree Sanpitak comes to SCAF for first Australian solo exhibition.