Australia

Why John Mawurndjul’s barks are so contemporary
A major survey exhibition tracks a 40 year career, and looks at how an artist has changed the perception of…

The Murri Book Club & the politics of reading for Indigenous Australians
For members of the Murri Book Club, books and reading are linked to the ongoing history of assimilation that, even…

Review: Daniel Buren: Like Child’s Play, Carriageworks
Daniel Buren uses steroid-sized children's building blocks to speak about our relationship with the world.

No, it’s not a reduction in funding for the Regional Arts Fund
$673,000 in funding has been announced in the latest Regional Arts Fund Community Grant round, which seems considerably less than…

AFTRS is searching for the next generation of screen storytellers
If you’re wondering whether to take up a Masters in Screen Studies, an AFTRS Taster session could be just the…

Applause: latest funding and awards announced
NT Song of the Year winners celebrated, Australian Dance Awards shortlist revealed, National Biography Award shortlist announced, and more.

Finding common ground on red earth
Performing Arts Connections Australia’s 2018 Performing Arts Exchange and Conference goes regional, with five days of performances, pitches and vital…

Review: Measured Response, NAS Gallery
A measured and beautiful exhibition that looks at how Indigenous artists use their bodies to explore narratives and culture through…

Review: The Farmer's Daughter, Spare Parts Puppet Theatre
From mystical opening ‘til close of curtains, this gentle tale will keep you and your children entranced.

Review: Rigoletto by Opera Australia
Classic opera; classic revenge, classic tragedy. Rigoletto's big opulent sets are matched by big voices and big entertainment.