Australia

Australia’s richest photography prize is calling for entries
Above all, entries to the Moran Contemporary Photographic Prize must tell a story of the experience of living in Australia.

What to look out for in 2019: performing arts (part two)
From orchestral performances and musical theatre to regional companies and opera, here are more of the most intriguing performances and…

Sonic artworks take their sites as cue for immersive experiences
The Opera House’s sails, a disused WWII fuel tank, and an exhibition that speaks of renegade modernism, are the sites…

Five things you should know before you date a writer
Thinking about dating a poet, novelist or short story writer? Author Lani Wendt Young explains why you probably shouldn't.

Review: Milkman by Anna Burns
Maybe-girlfriend tells us what she does and thinks and what happens in her community with eloquence, passion and conviction.

Review: The Wind in the Willows, Australian Shakespeare Company
A flawless performance by Ryan Hawke as Mr Toad is one of the highlights of this exuberant and playful production…

Review: The Beehive, at UNSW Galleries
The Beehive is more than a story about a missing socialite, it's a fresh take on the documentary genre that…

Applause: Latest funding and awards announced
AACTA International Award Winners announced, plus APRA AMCOS announces new ambassadors, and applications open for Daisy Utemorrah Award.

Parallels, commiserations and inspiration: Australia and the USA
From ground roots actions to sophisticated artworks driving campaigns for thought, there are many parallels between social justice artists working…

Review: La bohème, Opera Australia
A charming work and good cast held back by a worn and ineffective production.