Performing Arts
The Production Company announces closure
In a further sign of the fragility of the arts ecology, a major non-profit announced its shock closure this week.
The Rapture Chapter II: Art Vs Extinction, fortyfivedownstairs (VIC)
Moira Finucane and co offer a playful, intelligent and optimistic attempt to disrupt extinction.
Communal Table, Dancenorth/Brisbane Festival (QLD)
A uniquely personal and immersive experience that gently strips away barriers to communication.
Constellations, Tasmanian Theatre Company (TAS)
A daring, graceful juggling act of robust emotions and sophisticated ideas.
Nine, Seymour Centre (NSW)
Little Triangle has delivered a highly polished production of this rarely seen musical.
Bidding to be Australia's theatre capital in 2020
Australia’s two largest theatre companies launched their 2020 seasons last week with a hotly-anticipated co-production.
Upstaging Hollywood: Why so many musicals are chasing film adaptations
From Muriel's Wedding to Moulin Rouge, musicals are increasingly looking to the silver screen for inspiration.
Applause: Latest awards and celebrations
Latest Australian Council grants and fellowships; Advance Arts Award; Ned Kelly winners, mentorships and more.
Admin/Villains, Dublin Fringe (Ireland)
A one-man show about loneliness, longing, and social media-enhanced isolation, and a dance theatre piece exploring call-out culture through a…
The Last Wife, Ensemble Theatre (NSW)
Kate Hennig’s play brings the drama of the Tudors to the present day.