Australia

Where are the development programs for women opera directors?
Whereas state theatre companies have taken a proactive role in investing in development programs for women directors and other creatives,…

Trailblazers converge to share the latest arts innovations
Over two days in September, a swarm of creatives will descend on Bendigo for a cross-pollinating exchange of ideas.

How autism shaped the poetry of Les Murray
Les Murray said his autism shaped his poetry; Amanda Tink reveals how Murray's later poems offer insights into his creative…

Opportunities and awards
Bluethumb Art Prize and SBS Emerging Writers’ Competition open for entries, Queensland Premier’s Drama Award announced and more.

Why is the cost of art-making surging?
Price rises and COVID shortages are causing pain for many artists and suppliers.

Discover ‘invisible’ AR art around Melbourne
AR is a great way to have interactive art experiences, without the worries of a pandemic.

Theatre review: Anna K
A modern day interrogation that riffs off Anna Karenina and explores how women are treated in the public arena.

Exhibition review: Embodied Knowledge, Queensland Contemporary Art
Exploring big ideas and tackling challenging questions, Embodied Knowledge is an insightful and relevant exhibition of contemporary art.

Rethinking Making Now through new design
The way we move through cities and embrace design has changed dramatically over the past two years; Sydney Design Week…

Book review: Nimblefoot, Robert Drewe
Fact and fiction blend in this intriguing reimagining of a young athlete's life after his early successes in pedestrianism and…