Australia

Review: Ken Unsworth: Truly, Madly, NGV
A thoughtfully curated show that captures something of an artist who defies ready catagorisation.

Mitzevich finds the answers to lead the NGA in its DNA
No new building, more digital content, a Mitzevich collection rehang and a year of blockbusters; all part of the vision…

The festival where artists get 100% of net box office
Now in its fourth year, Wonderland Festival at Brisbane Powerhouse is focused on giving up-and-coming artists an opportunity to showcase…

Half a million in art gifted to Newcastle Art Gallery
A philanthropist’s challenge doubled the gifts to a regional gallery, as collector James Erskine demonstrates to a community the value…

How an indie company hopes to drive an Adelaide theatre revival
Theatre Republic hopes to grow Adelaide's independent theatre sector, while also increasing opportunities for local practitioners and growing audiences.

Battle of two cities for the design crown
Melbourne and Canberra go head-to-head over the self-appointed title of "design capital" this month, as both cities roll out programs…

Review: The Last Brother by Andrew Gross
The author's grandfather was the inspiration for the protagonist of this novel.

Review: The Girl Without Skin by Mads Peder Nordbo
There is much more to this novel than simply a thrilling murder mystery.

Review: The Journey with Y-Squared, Melbourne Recital Centre
Prodigious talents constrained by overly-technical and one-paced program.

Reframing MPA funding so that the whole sector is in the picture
Important questions about ambition and fairness are being asked as part of the review of the Major Performing Arts Framework.…