Richard Watts

Richard Watts OAM is ArtsHub's National Performing Arts Editor; he also presents the weekly program SmartArts on Three Triple R FM. Richard is a life member of the Melbourne Queer Film Festival, a Melbourne Fringe Festival Living Legend, and was awarded the 2019 Sidney Myer Performing Arts Awards' Facilitator's Prize in early 2020. He received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Green Room Awards Association in 2021, and a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in June 2024. Photo: Fiona Hamilton. Follow Richard on Bluesky @richardthewatts.bsky.social and Instagram @richard.l.watts

Richard Watts's Latest Articles

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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.

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On the Move: latest sector appointments

CAN farewells joint CEOs, Regional Arts NSW’s loss is Canberra Glassworks’ gain, and more.

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Melbourne Fringe cancels 90% of events

Artists will be refunded for all registration and advertising costs says organisers, as the program goes digital.

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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.

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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.

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MSO’s new Chief Conductor wants to make music for all

Having been exposed to the power of music as a child, Jaime Martín is determined to share that gift with…

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How to monetise digital events

Co-presented with Creative Victoria, the Recovery Roadmap Webinars explore some of the most urgent topics facing arts organisations and artists…

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How playwrights test themselves against the world

Playwright Alana Valentine on the power of theatre, the importance of community and testing yourself creatively.

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On the Move: Latest sector appointments and departures

Sydney Philharmonia Choirs farewells GM, Powerhouse Museum appoints Chief Operating Officer, Theatre Royal announces CEO and more.

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Exit interview: Robert Love, Riverside Theatres

After 20 years at Riverside Theatres Parramatta, Love reflects on his career and considers his future.

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