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So you want my arts job: Theatre Technician
If you have a good work ethic and a willingness to learn, as well as solid technical skills, working as…
Why vaccine passports are the future of live performance
Masks and vaccinations have helped European theatres safely reopen, says Adelaide Festival's Rachel Healy.
Dancing about genes and climate change
A recessive gene’s potential extinction and environmental concerns have informed Dancenorth’s latest work.
#VAXTHENATION campaign muddied by Guy Sebastian
An alliance of artists and live entertainment industry bodies has launched a nation-wide campaign to encourage vaccination.
63 orgs share $20M in latest RISE round
A new Australian musical based on cult 90s TV series Round the Twist is among the projects to be funded.
The art of urban renewal
Art and culture will play a key role in the development of Northshore Brisbane, explains Brisbane Festival’s Louise Bezzina.
On the Move: latest sector appointments
CAN farewells joint CEOs, Regional Arts NSW’s loss is Canberra Glassworks’ gain, and more.
Melbourne Fringe cancels 90% of events
Artists will be refunded for all registration and advertising costs says organisers, as the program goes digital.
10 years of bringing art into everyday lives
The Junction Arts Festival team reflect on the festival’s past, present and future at Artlands 2021.
Sector speaks out over Barking Gecko concerns
Questions are being asked about the abrupt departure of respected arts administrator Helen Hristofski from Barking Gecko Theatre.