Australia
Why are 'feminine' crafts like basket weaving disparaged by politicians?
We don’t see such sneers at woodwork, metalcrafts or other "manly" pursuits.
$1 million gift for Sydney’s Museum of Contemporary Art
In an innovative approach to philanthropy, the MCA has received a promised bequest that will be invested in sustaining future…
Sector speaks out over Create NSW funding delays
Results and offers by Create NSW for the December funding round were significantly delayed, putting projects in jeopardy and destabilising…
Career spotlight: Contemporary dancer
Three dance professionals, from Bangarra, Australian Dance Theatre and Sydney Dance Company, offer advice for aspiring dancers and shed light…
Australia’s largest contemporary art gallery to be constructed in Melbourne
NGV Contemporary will be constructed as part of a multi-million revamp of the Southbank arts precinct, though experimental space Testing…
Review: My Sister Feather at La Mama Courthouse
An impressive new work. My Sister Feather is a terrific play, fully resourced in its theatricality and economy.
Alone time leads to new creative worlds
A group of children, with help from The Rabble, examine the complex relationship between loneliness and aloneness in a new…
Review: The Field Revisited at NGV Federation Square
The power of this exhibition lies not just in the strength of the art works or fine curation but in…
On the move: the latest appointments and resignations
New Director for Writers SA, new Board for Music SA, and Bridging Hope Foundation welcomes new advisory chair.
Review: We Are Not Most People by Tracy Ryan
Tracy Ryan's understated story stays with you – We Are Not Most People is a cool sensitive portrayal of pain.