Australia

Libraries as hubs for change post pandemic
Embracing new technologies and responding to the needs of their communities, our public libraries have been evolving with the changes…

Opera review: The Sopranos
An Opera Queensland commission that defies stereotypical representations of victimised women and offers bold and spirited alternatives.

Comedy review: A Bookish Comedy Show
Keeping to the brief of book-related material would have made for a stronger show.

Book Review: The Writer Laid Bare, Lee Kofman
A multi-layered memoir of literary wisdom.

Theatre review: Stay Woke
Brotherly love tested through a vigorous examination of (identity) politics.

8 artists making work from books
To coincide with National Library Week, we take a look at how books have inspired artists creatively.

On the move: Latest sector appointments
New leadership team for Black Swan, Australian National Maritime Museum's new Director, and more.

Building a career in comedy
Four comedians talk to ArtsHub about the challenges and triumphs of building a career in this competitive industry.

Making the funding ask more human (and successful)
When things feel bleak, The Australian Cultural Fund is hitting opportunities out of the ballpark to fund artists’ projects.

Why Australia needs a national Ministry for Culture
Australia needs to mature as a nation by taking its arts and culture seriously, writes Jo Caust.