David Burton

David Burton is a writer from Meanjin, Brisbane. David also works as a playwright, director and author. He is the playwright of over 30 professionally produced plays. He holds a Doctorate in the Creative Industries.

David Burton's Latest Articles

Wolfgang in the Stars will have its world premiere as part of QPAC's Out of the Box Festival in 2025.
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QPAC's Out of the Box returns after seven years

As part of QPAC's 40th birthday celebrations, the beloved Out of the Box Festival for children under eight will make…

Green Mujsic Australia is touring the New South Wales through March to assist venues in improving their sustainability.
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Green Music Australia set to pilot certification scheme for live venues

As pressure builds on the arts and music industries to improve sustainability measures, Green Music Australia has announced a pilot…

Straight from the Strait proved to be one of the judge's favorites in the 2024 Matilda Awards. Image: Opera Queensland.
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Matilda Awards reveal a busy and diverse Brisbane theatre scene

At the annual Matilda Awards, judges picked from over 100 shows to find the best in Brisbane, in 2024.

Facing international regulations and user mistrust, social media may not be as prevalent in the future.
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Social media is dying – what next for arts marketing?

The US's TikTok ban is just the latest in a downward trend for social media. What will the landscape look…

A new silent disco coming to Brisbane in March is promising a unique experience for neurotypical and Autistic consumers alike.
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Celebrating Autism: the silent disco breaking new ground

The Brisbane Powerhouse event will feature a range of work led by Autistic artists as well as a silent disco.

Browsing a bookstore is (thankfully) unlike any other retail experience. Learn why.
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The lost art of bookstore browsing – three tips for finding your next read

New research has revealed Australians need to spend more time in bookstores. Here's how to find your next favourite book…

The Arts Wellbeing Collective reached the end of their agreement with Arts Centre Melbourne in 2024, leaving the valued organisation in peril.
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Arts Wellbeing Collective abruptly shut down

The future of the Arts Wellbeing Collective is in doubt after its relationship with Arts Centre Melbourne came to an…

Creative Australia has been widely criticised by its decision to drop Khaled Sabsabi and Michael Dagostino from the 2026 Venice Biennale.
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Resignations and uproar follow Creative Australia's Venice Biennale decision

Within hours of announcing its controversial decision, Creative Australia faced multiple high-level resignations and widespread industry backlash.

Album cover of The Weeknd's Hurry Up Tomorrow. Against a white background is a close up of a man's face grimacing.
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Album review: Hurry Up Tomorrow, The Weeknd

Will this be The Weeknd's final album?

A publishing phenomenon, the Fourth Wing series is emblematic of a tsunami shift in publishing.
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It's official: romantasy 'Onyx Storm' is the fastest selling book in 20 years

The third instalment in Rebecca Yarros' 'Empyrean' series has smashed publishing records.

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