Australia
Kickstarting the careers of young artists
Next Wave’s new Kickstart Helix program breaks down the barriers between art forms to empower emerging artists.
Clownland
A great read for those who know clowns and those who want to know more about them beyond the red…
Indigenous remains returned to Australia
The UK is relinquishing the remains of 13 Aboriginal Australians which will be handed over in a ceremony today.
Dylan wins Nobel in Literature
In a surprise announcement, the Swedish Academy has awarded the 2016 Nobel Prize in Literature to singer/songwriter, Bob Dylan.
Cultural collisions: music meets architecture
A landmark program explores the genius of pianist Percy Grainger and architects Walter Burley Griffin and Marian Mahony Griffin, and…
Why a scorecard of quality in the arts is a very bad idea
Modern society has become addicted to ratings and league tables. But a new scorecard, which aims to give 'good art'…
THE LIFTED BROW #31
This edition is as sharp as ever, with its sight set on the queer unconscious and experiences of women.
On the move: latest appointments and resignations
Res Artis inaugural Executive Director announced and the Australia Council Board gets four new members.
Tourette’s Syndrome is a laughing matter
Laughter is encouraged at a stage production which makes theatre accessible for all, while also demystifying an unusual neurological condition.
How to procrastinate properly
Tactics for beating procrastination abound, but a new creative project may be just the right time to sort out your…