Performing Arts
Why we need sensitivity, generosity and kindness in the arts
The arts sector can sometimes feel cut-throat, with qualities such as vulnerability, sensitivity and kindness coming a poor second to…
Review: William Tell by Victorian Opera, Palais Theatre
Victorian Opera has gone where other Australian companies fear to tread, and emerged all the better for it.
Why vulnerability in live storytelling is crucial for connectedness
The overwhelmingly positive response to Hannah Gadsby’s Netflix comedy special Nannette is confirmation that audiences crave stories that are honest…
On the move: the latest appointments and resignations
New position appointments for Gertrude Contemporary, Heide Museum of Modern Art, Asialink, Melbourne Youth Orchestra, TasDance and more.
Calling for entries for the $30,000 Dobell Drawing Prize
Be part of a new national conversation around drawing. The Dobell Drawing Prize has been revived as part of a…
Fifield announces $100,000 to grow cultural links with Singapore
Minister Fifield’s office has announced over $100,000 to support growing cultural links with Singapore, across four key projects.
5 women to watch (and listen to) in Australian hip hop
These five artists are just the tip of the iceberg.
Review: Puffs, Alex Theatre
If you’re a fan of the Harry Potter books and movies, the stage production Puffs is going to make you…
Peter Tullin on creative entrepreneurship and taking risks in the arts
As startup culture grows in the creative industries, it's time to embrace risk taking, or risk never having the opportunity…
Review: The Spinners, Adelaide Festival Centre
Dense with interpretive connotations, The Spinners is an hour-long homage to the Fates of Greek mythology.