Performing Arts
Making (not watching) art is key to social change
Engaging people in social and political issues requires not just looking at art but participating in creating.
Why US conservatives want to defund the arts
The Trump administration's proposal to remove US arts funding is the battle cry for another round of culture wars, familiar…
Movin' Melvin Brown presents Me and Otis
High energy Movin' Melvin Brown highlights great soul singer Otis Redding at Fringe World 2017.
Major new initiative targets wellbeing in the arts
Arts Centre Melbourne has taken a leadership role in developing a new program, developed by experts, to improve health and…
Trygve Wakenshaw: Nautilus
Deft combination of mime, clowning and comedy in an immersive celebration of absurdity.
Panti: High Heels in Low Places
An intelligent and well-honed performance.
Speaking the unspeakable
Art inspired by personal trauma is not mere catharsis - it can be creative, brave and even playful.
Women authors get equal space, but not necessarily eyeballs
The VCE has achieved gender parity across the authors represented, but whether this will translate to better discussions of gender…
Seven characteristics of successful arts Chairs
Finding the right person is critical in an arts organisation where directors play a vital role.
Craft artists suffer in university system
A business-oriented, academic-focus tertiary system is struggling to provide the craft skills artists need.