Australia

Outrage and resentment: the arts are not a meritocracy
Some parts of the professional industry operate under a veneer of a meritocracy. But artists aren't buying it.

New arts merger no forced downsizing, but a chosen path to growth
What started as friendly conversations between two arts CEOs has led to a performing arts company merger designed to benefit…

Exhibition review: 2024 Melbourne Sculpture Biennale, Villa Alba Museum
The first edition of Melbourne Sculpture Biennale quickly found its footing with solid works that spoke to the 2024 theme…

Australian live music faces crisis amid ticketing giants' control
Already challenged by the effects of soaring insurance premiums on small venues and cancelled festivals and events, now Australian live…

Bluey's World revealed in new images
Excitement is building for the highly anticipated Bluey's World attraction.

Musical review: Come From Away, National Theatre
The popular musical about community-building in tragic times returns.

Circus review: Escalate, Circus Oz HQ
A circus juggling show that keeps all of its balls in the air...

Performance review: A Brief Episode, Trades Hall
Ash Flander's show draws on his most recent life experiences.

From Viennese classics to world premieres: Adelaide Symphony Orchestra’s 2025 season
A celebration of Vienna and the composers who called it home and a four-part Brahms celebration are among the highlights…

Theatre review: Berlin, Flight Path Theatre
A tense two-hander played against the shadows of history.