Australia

Rising music talents at anniversary awards
Debut stars and blazing talents feature on the nominees list of the 2022 APRA Music Awards, including Rob Hirst, Hiatus…

Exhibitions review: We Hold you Close and Monumental
Two exhibitions speak to a greater collective spirit: through installations and video displays.

Reimagined Indigenous Art Fair bounces back bigger than ever
Longer hours for networking, a new $200K large sculpture commission, and the opportunity to connect directly with First Nations artists…

Theatre review: Blithe Spirit
The classic Coward play re-treads the boards to great comedic effect.

Theatre review: Yes
A performance tasked with the forensic asking of questions to unpick a messy world.

10 cool art experiences for kids and families
Fancy code-breaking in a museum or delving into an exhibition that you can build?

Theatre review: No Ball Games Allowed
A multi-edged narrative of family trauma and trans awakening that doesn't quite cohere in its storytelling.

How COVID cancellations can enrich a festival
A festival three years in the making, RISING offers multiple entry points for people unfamiliar with contemporary arts experiences.

Painters John Olsen & Ben Quilty in conversation
Painters Ben Quilty and John Olsen chat on what it is to place their careers regionally, to face depression (or…

Opportunities and awards wrap
Cabaret workshop call for participants, $70K Samstag Scholarship open plus winners at Newcastle Fringe and shortlist of 2022 NSW Premier’s…