Performing Arts
Pop goes the orchestra!
Don't make the mistake of conflating populist with unsophisticated when you're discussing the repertoire of a contemporary orchestra.
Review: Lazarus, The Production Company (VIC)
The Production Company should be applauded for attempting to broaden their artistic horizons with this risk-taking yet woefully unsuccessful production.
New Minister for the Arts appointed by PM
Paul Fletcher, the Liberal Member for Bradfield, has replaced Victorian Senator Mitch Fifield as Federal Minister for Communications and the…
How circus and theatre support young people’s mental health
New studies in SA and WA demonstrate the positive impact of the performing arts on young people’s mental health and…
Being the boss of you
Successful self-managed musician Mel Parsons talks with Kathryn Burnett about going it alone.
ICYMI: A wrap of this week’s arts news
La Mama rises from ashes, Coburn's opera house curtains are raised, questions are raised over ABC budget cuts with election…
On the move: the latest appointments and resignations
Circus Oz and The Australian Ballet's Artistic Directors announce their impending departures, Associate Artistic Director joins Bangarra, Carriageworks appoints new…
Carriageworks announces new CEO
Drum roll… It’s the announcement we have all been waiting for. Carriageworks has named Blair French as its new Chief…
Review: All About Eve, National Theatre Live
In the age of #MeToo, Ivo van Hove’s adaptation of the Hollywood classic feels dated despite splendid performances.
Why published authors make the best creative writing teachers
The best way to learn your writing craft is from someone who has been there, done that, which is why…