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Acrobat falls to death in Cirque show
A Cirque du Soleil performer has died in Las Vegas after falling some 15 metres during a performance of the…
NICA directors ‘shocked’ as independence plan scuppered
Swinburne University has abruptly abandoned discussions over independence for the National Institute of Circus Arts.
In defence of star ratings
Artists, publicists and producers love star ratings – provided they’re attached to a good review.
King Kong a surprise nomination for 2013 Helpmann Awards
Nominations for the 2013 Helpmann Awards were announced in six cities simultaneously last night.
Vale Wendy Saddington
The respected Australian blues, jazz and soul singer died on Saturday following a battle with oesophageal cancer.
Theatre community mourns Betty Burstall
Tributes for La Mama's founder continue to flow, as the Australian theatre community mourns one of its most significant figures.
New competition from established venues
Many performing arts centres now operate as producers rather than as venues for hire, creating competition with their tenants.
Youth arts sector fights for the future
The defunding of Young People and the Arts Australia last year shocked the youth arts sector; now its members are…
King Kong
The technology at the heart of this new musical is truly impressive; it’s a shame the same can’t be said…
Vale Betty Burstall
The founder of Melbourne’s iconic La Mama Theatre passed away on Friday afternoon, aged 87.