Performing Arts

Optimism prevails despite uncertainty in the industry
Arts and media professionals are facing tumultuous times but most in the arts are optimistic about the impact of the…

A borrower be: why the arts needs loans, not just grants
Philanthropists are increasingly interested in capacity building and impact investing but while small-to-mediums take advantage, a new Platform Paper says…

Over-programming puts arts workers at risk of burnout
Doing too much can give you an adrenaline rush but it comes at a long term cost.

Unveiled: Latest program announcements
Australian choreographers to have a German premiere, and Next Wave's 2016 artists announced.

Fancy Meeting You
Cabaret of quality is hard to find, but this ensemble nailed it.

50 ways to take care of yourself in the arts
Feeling burned out? Here are practical tips and advice from community arts workers, artists, practitioners and managers on how to…

New festival opens up Asian opportunities for Australian artists
Victorian artists will have opportunities to make new work with Asian partners as part of a new Asian arts festival

How music trumps reading for childhood development
A new study suggests that informal music-making with very young children can lead to better attention and emotion regulation by…

re:Loaded 2015
Explosive manifesto from exciting new dance company, Co3.

Sorry but the NPEA's not dead yet
The new Minister has admitted he is thinking of 'adjustments' to the NPEA. We examine the evidence that the Budget…