Performing Arts

Multi-million dollar boost for contemporary music
WA’s McGowan Labor Government has announced a $3 million fund to support the state’s bands and musicians as part of…

Review: 2018 Varuna Sydney Writers’ Festival
Diverse, fresh, and vivid voices animate this extraordinary writers’ festival.

Review: Stomp playing at Melbourne’s Comedy Theatre
A new, vibrant cast touring Australia for the next month.

Review: Souvenir by the Camerata
Camerata's Souvenir is a fine sample of world class, home-grown talent.

Creating art from autobiography
Using personal storytelling to inform performance art can have a profound effect on both the audience and artists who are…

Review: Australian World Orchestra conducted by Riccardo Muti Sydney
Italian Maestro Riccardo Muti conducts the exceptional Australian World Orchestra at the Sydney Opera House for the opening of their…

Fringe World moves to assist artists after JumpClimb fiasco
With artists owed $200,000 following the collapse of independent event management company, JumpClimb, Fringe World is taking action to assist.

VIC budget injects $78.7 million of new funding into creative industries
Aboriginal festivals and events across Victoria will be supported with a $1 million investment as part of new initiatives in…

Applause: latest success stories
Art Music Fund awards composers; Geelong Contemporary Art Prize shortlist announced; programmers chosen for Inaugural Edinburgh Exchange, and more.

Career spotlight: Composer
Three composers reflect on the influences and events that shaped their careers and offer advice for those following in their…