Performing Arts

ICYMI: The week's top news in the arts
Gritty, provocative artist talks in Adelaide and Melbourne, new work by female composers, Parramasala Festival returns, and more arts news.

Review: New Balance, Theatre Works/Midsumma Festival (VIC)
New Balance is a tender, insightful and intelligent look at the collective experiences of what it is to be queer.

Farewelling 40 years of history as a new chapter begins
As Metro Arts prepares to relocate to a new home in Brisbane’s West End, the organisation is throwing a festival…

Applause: Latest funding and awards announced
13-year-old violinist to compete in prestigious international competition, finalists for Darling Portrait Prize announced, Screenability Film Fund calls for applications…

Vale Garry Ginivan
Across his 42 year career, Ginivan was committed to providing quality musical theatre for children and families as well as…

Review: The Feather in the Web, Midsumma Festival/Red Stitch Actors’ Theatre (VIC)
Life getting messy doesn’t begin to capture this web of intrigue.

Cultivating resilience in the face of chaos (from the archives)
Connectedness, self-care, a playful outlook and finding meaning in difficult experiences can help you bounce back from setbacks.

Nine myths that shouldn't stop you working in the arts (from the archives)
Don't be discouraged by the naysayers. Many of the reasons you will hear not to work in the arts don't…

One day I’ll turn that idea into reality
Will you take that leap from turning your idea into a reality? Many people have a short script or screenplay…

Roundup: Fringe World (WA)
Highlights of 2020 Fringe World include visual arts with machine learning and creative responses to mental health challenges.