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How a focus on storytelling and character equips would-be writers with essential skills
Authenticity and passion are at the core of the courses run by Story Studios Australia.
Budget 2023-24: What’s in it for the arts?
Nearly $960 million is being directed towards Australia’s cultural sector, including support for arts education and training, and the screen…
Why queer comic books are the next target of the culture wars
Queer graphic novels are the latest target of moral panic whipped up in the current culture war.
On the move: latest sector appointments
Geelong Gallery appoints Deputy Director, Queensland Theatre farewells Executive Director, and more.
Queer culture is under attack: fighting back
How can we reframe the conversation around drag story time events and stand up to the far right?
Meet Dark Mofo’s new Artistic Director
Chris Twite, an an experienced creative director, curator and producer, will present his first Dark Mofo in 2024.
On the move: Latest sector appointments
Meet Carclew’s new Chief Executive, Red Stitch GM steps down, and more.
Queer community the latest target of culture wars
Drag performers and other members of the queer community are increasingly under attack by the far right and religious right…
This week’s arts news and trending topics
Our Friday wrap of the week’s most popular stories includes an obituary, a lukewarm review of a shambolic cult favourite,…
Vale Efterpi Soropos
The lighting designer, multimodal artist and mental health recovery coach died earlier this month, aged 61.