Performing Arts
Why cultural precinct plans never work
Policy makers love arts precincts but street culture can't be planned from the top down.
Are Nazis ever okay?
A Hitler-themed burlesque performance at the Canberra Fringe may have good intentions but can a Holocaust context ever be funny…
Creatives will lose default copyright under government recommendations
Dramatic changes to copyright law are recommended in a report tabled in Parliament.
Cock
Mike Bartlett’s play about sex, identity and relationships is engaging and contemporary, but not entirely successful.
Melbourne Youth Music announces new CEO
The Melbourne Youth Music Team has welcomed a former Cultural Venues Coordinator to the role of CEO.
Insider marketing tips from the experts
A successful marketing campaign can mean the difference between a hit or a flop, regardless of quality.
New leadership coming at MEAA
The long-standing Federal Secretary of the Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance is leaving after 22 years.
Albert Einstein: Relativitively Speaking
Musically, the clear highlight is the E=MC2 rap, complete with breakdancing and fun, geeky hand gestures.
Melbourne Comedy Festival program titters into town
An eclectic mix of international and local comedians will adjust their mic stands for the 28th Melbourne Comedy Festival.
Speaking with one voice
To achieve a sustainable arts industry, we need to speak with one voice. Artspeak is the latest in a long…