Performing Arts
ABC cuts hit a sweet note for classical sector
Plans for a new content development fund and a renewed focus on arts and the regions are positive signs say…
How circus can heal the rural-urban divide
A new initiative aims to bridge the schism between traditional circus families and contemporary practitioners.
Mahler 7
Another first-rate instalment in the MSO’s Mahler Cycle.
Constellations
A brilliant thought-provoking play examines our human condition with love and humour.
Henry Purcell & His World – Music for a While
Though more from our world than Purcell’s, some terrific entertainment by Ensemble L’Arpeggiata.
Epic Fragments
Another first-rate performance by the Australia Piano Quartet with a distinguished guest.
Labor puts arts at core of social agenda
A rallying call by the Labor Opposition has set a firm path to developing a National Arts Policy framework with…
Who got the Australian Council international residencies?
Dreams come true for 21 artists heading off to residencies in London, Berlin, Paris and New York.
Calamity Jane
Virginia Gay as Calamity Jane is superb.
Blackrock
A focus on male culture through a male perspective unwittingly reinforces ingrained chauvanism.