Performing Arts
Vale Paul Blackwell
The popular South Australian actor has died aged 64, after a long battle with cancer.
Vale Dame Margaret Scott
Described as a woman of vision and passion, the founding director of The Australian Ballet School has died aged 96.
Exit Interview: Perth Festival’s Wendy Martin
As her fourth and final festival nears its end, Wendy Martin reflects frankly on her triumphs and challenges in the…
Why the arts sector must commit to real cultural change
Are we really on the cusp of genuine transformation, or is this just more virtue signalling from a sector which…
Top tips for emerging journalists
Whether you're starting out in print or an online publication, or considering a position in radio or TV, here are…
Why the commercial world needs artists
By thinking past your art and focusing on the underlying skills that make you a good artist in the first…
Review: Werther, Opera Australia
A breezy opera that spirals into romantic tragedy, Werther is one of opera's most performed productions and it returns to…
Review: Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Princess Theatre, Melbourne
Presented as two full-length plays, which audiences can see on consecutive nights or back to back on the same day,…
ICYMI: A wrap of this week’s arts news
The Victorian Government announces new Bangarra partnership, MPavillion's next architect revealed, joint statement condemns Berejiklian government’s festival fears, and more.
On becoming: a conversation with transgender artist Cassils
Perth Festival artist Cassils offers their read on gender stereotyping, cross-generational mentoring, how to use training as transformation and doing…